Meter coupling lever ®

Push the meter coupling lever release button @ and lock the meter coupling lever in the "up" position before mounting a non -AI Nikkor lens . Then perform stopped- down metering in the following manner :

For non-AI Nikkor lenses with automatic diaphragms

On AUTO: Push in and hold the depth -of-field preview button while you trip the shutter .

Caution: If the depth -a/·/ield preview bullan is not depressed all the way, the mirror may remain in the "up" position.

On MANUAL: Select a shutter speed. Then hold in the preview button and turn the aperture ring until the

"- +" symbol appears in the finder. Release the preview button and take the shot.

For non-AI lenses or accessories without automatic diaphragms

On AUTO: Stop the lens down manually until the de- 27 sired shutter speed appears in the finder . Then take

the picture.

On MANUAL: Adjust the shutter speed or aperture until the "- +" sign appears .

For fixed-aperture reflex lenses. photomicrography. or astrophotography

On AUTO: No control is necessary.

On MANUAL: Adjust the shutter speed dial until the

"- +" appears.

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Nikon 1412059, F3HP instruction manual Meter coupling lever, For non-AI Nikkor lenses with automatic diaphragms