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LOADING FILM

Auto film speed setting with DX-coded
film is explained in this section.
•The usable film speed range for DX-
coded film is ISO 25 to 5000.
•For non-DX coded film, see page 97.
•IX240 film cartridge cannot be used with
the F5.
1 Confirm whether sfor DX-coded
film is shown on the rear LCD panel.
If not, rotate Main-Command Dial while
pressing the °button so sappears
on the LCD panel.
When film speed is set manually and
DX-coded film is loaded, the manu-
ally set film speed becomes effec-
tive.
2 While sliding camera back lock
release, lift the film rewind knob. The
camera back will pop open.
•To avoid fogging of film (especially
high-ISO film), do not load/unload
film in direct sunlight.
•Do not touch the shutter curtains
with your finger or with film leader.
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