Kyocera NX Storing the camera, Microcomputer Protective Circuit, Photography using infrared film

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• Do not take photographs while moving. In particular, do not move

while looking through the viewfinder. Use in such situations may

result in a fault in the camera.

• Do not pay excessive attention to the subject at the expense of

your surroundings during photography.

• Do not leave the camera within reach of infants or children. Take

<Storing the camera>

Leaving the camera in a warm place (e.g. at the beach during the summer, in direct sunlight inside a vehicle) for a long period of time will result in deterioration of the film and batteries, having a negative effect on the camera.

If the camera is to be left unused for a long period of time, remove the batteries to guard against damage from fluid leakage.

Warning

particular attention when using the camera near infants or chil-

dren, and do not leave it unattended. Infants and children do not

understand the safety warnings and cautions, and this may result

in the following.

• The camera dropping or falling, with consequent injury.

• The camera strap being wrapped around the neck, resulting in

suffocation.

Caution

Avoid storing the camera in humid and dusty locations, wardrobes containing insecticide, or laboratories containing chemicals. Storage under these conditions may result in damage to, and short-circuit of, electronic components, with the possibility of smoke or fire. Ensure that the camera is stored in a location with good ventilation.

<Cautions for handling batteries>

<Notes on the Shutter Curtain>

The shutter curtain is made of very thin material. Never push it with a finger, or touch or wipe it. When changing film, take care to ensure that the film tip does not touch the shutter curtain. When using an air blower, ensure that only a gentle jet of air is used. If the jet is too strong it may damage or deform the curtain. Never use a pressurized blower.

<Microcomputer Protective Circuit>

This camera incorporates a safety circuit to protect its microcomputer again strong external static electricity. Operation of the circuit may prevent operation of the camera in rare cases. In this case, set the main switch to OFF, remove and reload the batteries, and continue using the camera.

<Photography using infrared film>

Battery performance generally deteriorates as temperature is reduced. In cold areas, the camera should be placed under thermal protective covering, or inside the clothing, before and after use. Batteries which have deteriorated due to low-temperature will recover if returned to normal temperatures.

Contamination of the + and - terminals of the batteries with sweat and oils may prevent good contact. Always wipe the terminals thoroughly with a dry cloth before using the bat- teries.

Always take new, spare batteries on long trips etc.

The camera will not operate if the battery contacts do not match those in the battery com- partment.

Caution

• Do not touch the battery terminals with conductive metal objects

(e.g. tweezers). This will reduce the life of the batteries, and may

 

result in a short-circuit.

 

 

The characteristics of this camera prevent the use of infrared film for photography.

Warning

Adhere strictly to the following requirements. Failure to do so may result in damage to the batteries, fire, injury or contamina-

tion of the immediate surroundings.

Use only the specified batteries in the camera.

Do not throw batteries in the fire, short-circuit while charging, dismantle, or heat under any circumstances.

Do not mix new and used batteries, batteries from different manufacturers, or different types of batteries, in the camera.

CR2 batteries (3V lithium batteries) must not be charged under any circumstances.

When disposing of batteries, insulate the terminals by covering with tape etc. to prevent contact with other metal objects which may result in splitting of the batteries, or fire.

Store batteries out of reach of children. Contact a doctor immedi- ately if a battery is swallowed. Swallowing may result in a leak in the battery, causing damage to the stomach and intestines.

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Contents GB /D Safety warnings EnglishPage Storing the camera Photography using infrared filmMicrocomputer Protective Circuit Contents Names of Parts Display panel Display Panel and Viewfinder DisplayViewfinder display Display panel illumination Basic Operations Prior to Shooting Fitting the strap and viewfinder shade adapter Fitting the eye cup/diopter correction lensInserting the batteries and checking the battery power Inserting the batteriesMounting and removing lenses Holding the camera Mounting lensesRemoving lenses Remove the cameras body cap and the lens rear capLoading film Automatic setting of the ISO film speed Setting the film speed manuallyChecking the film speed Removing film Rewinding mid-way through the filmBasic Operations Main switch Shutter release button Cameras power is offOn The cameras power is on Power hold timePosition dial R dialsPhotography SETMode button and mode details Mode detailsSync switch Metering mode detailsABC/ button Focus buttonPage Simple Shooting Procedure Using the Green Setting On the Position DialUsing the green setting on the position dial Focusing mode flashesGreen Subject and half-press the shutter buttonFocusing Selecting focus framesSelecting focus frames Locking a selected frameSAF single autofocus Focusing in the autofocus modeCAF continuous autofocus CAF continuous autofocus mode SAF single autofocus modeFocus lock Focusing manually Adjusting the focusRelationship between the focus mode and drive mode Focus display with manual focusingUsing lenses with an AF/MF select switch Selecting the Metering Mode Automatic metering range Types of metering modes and their features Metering rangeEvaluative metering mark Set the exposure mode lever to AV See page 31 for setting detailsApplied Photographic Techniques Autoexposure photographySet the exposure mode to P Set the exposure mode to TvProgram auto-control diagram Tv stands for Time valueSet the exposure mode to M Manual exposure photographyOver-exposure warning Under-exposure warningSet the aperture with the lens GraphShutter is released and the film is Exposed while the shutter button isSetting exposure compensation manually with Av, Tv, P Exposure modeWhat is compensated Taking photographs with exposure compensationExposure mode What is compensated Taking photographs with the AE lockPress the ABC button to set the ABC mode ABC stands for Automatic Bracketing ControlDisplay panel Focus on the subject and press the shutter buttonUsing the selftimer Date and time imprinting Replacing the Data back batteryChanging the date and time Cable switch socket Checking the depth of fieldReplacing the camera back Depth of fieldPage Flash Photography Taking photographs using the internal flash Light compensation with the internal flash Range for internal flash photography units in mSation value Press the button to set light compensationTaking photographs using a Contax TLA flash Taking photographs using the TTL auto flash functionTaking photographs using a Contax TLA360 flash Auto setting of the angle of illuminationManual setting of the angle of illumination Auto set functionTaking photographs using other flashes with the X contact Flash intensity compensationAuto off and auto on functions Shoe stopperSlow synchronization photography Flash photography techniquesDaylight synchronization photography Set the sync select switch to Second curtain synchronizationUse with exposure compensation Ghost movement of the subject thus appears more naturalList of custom functions Custom FunctionsList of Custom Functions Set the position dial to CF Setting custom functionsTurn the F dial to select Detail number Reference Basic information on photographyTroubleshooting Symptom Cause Solution SeeSymptom Cause Solution SeeShutter speed and aperture value display Shutter speed Aperture value Av or P displayed in stepsAll modes 1/2Tv as custom function Tv and M With Tv and MMain Accessories Contax Cable switch LA type Contax Data back D-11Fitting to the camera AttachingContax Power pack P-8, P-8D SpecificationsFit the GP-1 Contax power pack adapter to the camera Load the batteries in the Power pack. P-8Contax Power pack adapter GP-1 8D specificationsContax Mount adapter NAM-1 Contax Flexible case C-9Mounting the mount adapter and lens RemovingMain specifications Dimensions and weight