Pentax MZ-6 manual Film loading, Memo Remove the protective sheet

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Step 6 Film loading

Automatic film speed setting

This camera is designed to use DX-coded films with ISO ratings from 25 to 5000.

Memo

We suggest that you first operate the camera with no film loaded to become familiar with its operations.

NOTE

•When DX-coded film is used, the correct film speed is automatically set for the camera. If you use a non-DX coded film, you can set the film speed manually. ( p.36)

1To open the back cover, slide the back cover release lever in the direction of the arrow.

Memo Remove the protective sheet

•Before loading film for the first time after purchase, open the back cover and remove the protective sheet.

•Be careful not to touch the shutter cur- tains with the protective sheet.

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Place the film cartridge in the film chamber as shown in the illustration.

As shown in the illustration, pull the film leader out only far enough to reach the take -up spool.

★Important★

The shutter curtains are fine-precision material. Do not touch them with your fingers or any other object while loading film.

NOTE

•The DX information pins in the film chamber are used to read film speed. Keep them clean and free from scratch- es. To remove smudges, wipe them gently with a soft, dry cloth.

BEFORE TAKING PICTURES

SET UP THINGS TO DO

•Always load and unload film in the shade or by using your body to shade the camera.

DX information pins Shutter curtains

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