This manual has been designed to help you understand the operation of your Minolta camera more quickly. After familiarizing yourself with the camera, start with Level I and learn to operate the camera in
Move on to Level II and the Subject Program modes when you are comfortable with the camera and want to have more control. Here you decide the type of image you want to photograph and leave the exposure details to the camera.
When you are ready for full control, move on to Level III and the ASM exposure modes.
The information in this manual is relevant for products introduced before March, 1998. Contact the nearest authorized Minolta Service facility to obtain compatibility information for products released after this date.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol- lowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This equip- ment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reason- able protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equip- ment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the follow- ing measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
•Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference- Causing Equipment Regulations.
FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE
Read and understand all warnings and cautions before using this product.
WARNING
Batteries may become hot or explode due to improper use.
•Use only the batteries specified in this instruction manual.
•Do not install the batteries with the polarity
•Do not subject batteries to fire or high temperatures.
•Do not attempt to recharge, short, or disassemble.
•Do not mix batteries of different types, brands, or ages.
•Tape over lithium battery contacts before disposal.
•Follow local regulations for battery disposal.
Use caution, accidents may occur when using this product near young children.
Keep batteries and other things that could be swallowed away from young children. Contact a doctor immediately if an object is swallowed.
Immediately remove the batteries and discontinue use if…
•the camera is dropped or subjected to an impact in which the interior is exposed.
•the camera emits a strange smell, heat, or smoke.
Do not disassemble. Electric shock may occur if a high voltage circuit inside the camera is touched. Take your camera to a Minolta Service Facility when repairs are required.
Do not look directly at the sun through the viewfinder.
Do not allow a camera lens to point directly at the sun. Fire may occur if sunlight comes to focus on a flammable surface. Replace the lens cap when the product is not being used.
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