Minolta S-100, Minolta Vectis Attaching the Strap, Shown, Attach the camera strap as

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BASIC

OPERATION

This section provides the information necessary to operate your camera in most photographic situations.

This section covers:

•Battery Installation

•Attaching and Removing the Lens

•Diopter Adjustment and Camera Handling

•Loading and Rewinding the Film

•Fully Automatic Camera Operation

•Special Focus Situations

•Basic Flash Operation

Once you fully understand the instructions in this section, proceed to the Advanced Operation and Additional Features sections to obtain more enjoyment form your camera.

ATTACHING THE STRAP

1	Attach the camera strap as
	shown.

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Contents Instruction Manual New print formats… Advantages of the Advanced Photo System Easier to load…New processing… Table of Contents For Proper and Safe USE Splashproof Operating Temperature and ConditionsPlease Note Film Cassette Warning Names of PartsBody Names of Parts Data Panel ViewfinderQuick Operation Shown Attaching the StrapAttach the camera strap as Using the eyepiece cap, open the battery-chamber door Installing the BatteriesChecking the Battery Power Snap the battery-chamber door shutRemoving the Lens Lens Hood NoteSubject appears sharpest Diopter AdjustmentHandling the Camera Holding the CameraPush the film chamber in until it clicks shut Visual Exposure IndicatorsLoading Film Use IX240 type film in this cameraLoading Film Fully Automatic Operation Focus Hold Special Focusing SituationsFrame or when autofocus is difficult to confirm Press the shutter-releaseUsing the BUILT-IN Flash Rewinding the Film Subject Program Selection Mode OperationClose-up Mode For close-up photography Sports Mode Subject Program SelectionProgram pointer is under Portrait ModeLandscape Mode Press the program-select button until the subjectFor best results use the V Lens 50mm f/3.5 Macro CLOSE-UP ModeSports Mode Use a tripod to reduce camera shakeAppears Night Portrait ModePhotographing Night Scenes Data panel TipsShutter Speed and Aperture in the Data Display Mode Aperture PriorityCreative Exposure Modes Shutter SpeedPress the flash-mode button to turn the flash on Mode FlashTo cancel the flash, push the flash down Aperture Control Large ApertureMode Shutter Priority To cancel the flash, push the flash downShutter Speed Control Fast Shutter SpeedDATE/TIME Imprinting Sequence is as follows Manual Focus SELF-TIMERPress the focus-mode Remote-control button Until appears in the data panel CONTINUOUS-DRIVE ModePress the drive-mode Place the camera on a tripod, then pressAttaching the Eyepiece Cap Remove the eyepiece Focus Hold in Remote Control ModeCup Slide the battery chamber back into the remote control Changing the BatteryPull out the battery chamber and remove the old battery Canceling the AF IlluminatorExposure Compensation Metered Exposure Over Exposure5400HS Press the flash-mode button to raise the built-in flashYour flash manual 5400xiTaking Pictures in Wireless/Remote Flash Mode Using the Optional Remote ControlPressing the program-reset PROGRAM-RESET ButtonProgram-reset button Fully-automatic operationLAB Services Lenses Accessory InformationSpecifications for the V Lens 28-56mm f/4-5.6 Lens HoodCare and Storage CleaningQuestions and Service StorageTechnical Details AF SystemBatteries are loaded TROUBLE-SHOOTINGNo display appears when Incorrectly Camera is switched on Situation is unsuitable forCamera Warnings Quick Reference Guide 9222-2102-31 P9705-A705

BASIC

OPERATION

ATTACHING THE STRAP

Attach the camera strap as

shown.