Minolta S-100 Advantages of the Advanced Photo System Easier to load…, New print formats…

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Thank you for purchasing the Minolta Vectis S-100. The Vectis S-100 is an ultra compact IX240 type system camera with variable print-aspect-ratio and magnetic storage of date and exposure information. The Vectis S-100 also incorporates the revolutionary TTL side viewfinder. The side viewfinder provides a high viewfinder magnification, high eyepoint, and large diopter range, in addition to giving the camera its distinctive profile.

This manual has been designed to help you understand the operation of the camera more quickly. After familiarizing yourself with the camera, read the Basic Operation section. Refer to the Advanced Operation and Additional Features sections as your familiarity with the camera increases.

Advanced Photo System™ is a trademark of the five system developing companies.

Advantages of the Advanced Photo System

Easier to load…

Advanced Photo System cameras use the new IX240 type film. This new film features drop-in-loading to make loading your camera simple, the first time, every time. Indicators on the

cassette tell you and your camera if the film is unexposed, partially exposed,

exposed, or processed.

New print formats…

Classic (C), wider (H), and panorama (P) print formats are available with Advanced Photo System cameras.

New processing…

In addition to returning your prints in the format you selected, certified photofinishers will return your Advanced Photo System film in its

original cassette with an index print. To order reprints,

simply choose the images you want from the index print. No more searching through negatives to find the right frame.

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Contents Instruction Manual New processing… Advantages of the Advanced Photo System Easier to load…New print formats… Table of Contents For Proper and Safe USE Please Note Operating Temperature and ConditionsSplashproof Body Names of PartsFilm Cassette Warning Names of Parts Data Panel ViewfinderQuick Operation Attach the camera strap as Attaching the StrapShown 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 Press the focus-mode SELF-TIMERManual Focus Remote-control button Until appears in the data panel CONTINUOUS-DRIVE ModePress the drive-mode Place the camera on a tripod, then pressCup Focus Hold in Remote Control ModeAttaching the Eyepiece Cap Remove the eyepiece 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