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E INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Thank you for purchasing this Minolta camera. Before using your new camera, please
take the time to read through this instruction manual. It contains important information on
the proper use and care of the camera.
FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE
Read and understand all warnings and cautions before using this
product.
NAME OF PARTS
WARNING
CAMERA BODY
Using batteries improperly can cause them to leak harmful solutions,
overheat, or explode which may damage property or cause personal
injury. Do not ignore the following warnings.
Viewfinder window*
Flash*
AF windows*
Meter window*
• Only use the batteries specified in this instruction manual.
• Do not install the batteries with the polarity (+/–) reversed.
• Do not use batteries which show wear or damage.
• Do not expose batteries to fire, high temperatures, water, or
moisture.
Lens* (Lens barrel)
• Do not attempt to recharge, short, or disassemble batteries.
• Do not store batteries near or in metallic products.
• Do not use leaking batteries. If fluid from the batteries enters your
eye, immediately rinse the eye with plenty of fresh water and
contact a doctor. If fluid from the batteries makes contact with your
skin or clothing, wash the area thoroughly with water.
• Tape over battery contacts to avoid short-circuiting during disposal;
always follow local regulations for battery disposal.
Self-timer/Red-eye
reduction lamp*
Strap eyelet
Tripod socket
• Do not disassemble this product. Electric shock may cause injury if
a high voltage circuit inside the product is touched.
Date button (Quartz-date model only)
Shutter-release button
• Immediately remove the batteries and discontinue use if the
camera is dropped or subjected to an impact in which the interior,
especially the flash unit, is exposed. The flash has a high voltage
circuit which may cause an electric shock resulting in injury. The
continued use of a damaged product or part may cause injuries.
• Keep batteries or small parts that could be swallowed away from
infants. Contact a doctor immediately if an object is swallowed.
• Store this product out of reach of children. Be careful when around
children not to harm them with the product or parts.
• Do not fire the flash directly into the eyes. It may damage eyesight.
• Do not fire the flash at vehicle operators. It may cause a distraction
or temporary blindness which may lead to an accident.
• Do not look directly at the sun or strong light sources through the
viewfinder. It may damage your eyesight or cause blindness.
• Do not expose this product to liquids or operate this product with
wet hands. If liquid enters the product, immediately remove the
batteries and discontinue use. The continued use of a product
exposed to liquids may cause damage or injury through fire or
electric shock.
Self-timer/Adjust button
Zoom lever
Flash-mode/Select button
Data panel
Manual-rewind button
Main switch
Indicator lamp
Viewfinder*
Battery-chamber door
Film window
Back-cover
release
Back cover
*Keep these surfaces clean. Please read the care and storage section in this manual.
DATA PANEL
VIEWFINDER
• Do not use the product near inflammable gases or liquids such as
gasoline, benzine, or paint thinner. Do not use inflammable
products such as alcohol, benzine, or paint thinner to clean the
product. The use of inflammable cleaners and solvents may cause
an explosion or fire.
Focus frame
Date/time display (Quartz-date model only)
Flash-mode indicators
Battery-condition
indicator
• If the product emits a strange odor, heat, or smoke, discontinue
use. Immediately remove the batteries taking care not to burn
yourself as batteries become hot with use. The continued use of a
damaged product or part may cause injuries.
• Take the product to a Minolta Service Facility when repairs are
required.
Close-framing guides
Self-timer indicator
Cartridge mark
Indicator lamp
CAUTION
Glows steadily: Focus locked and flash
charged.
Blinks quickly: Subject is too close.
Blinks slowly: Camera-shake warning
• Do not use or store the product in a hot or humid environment such
as the glove compartment or trunk of a car. It may damage the
product and batteries which may result in burns or injuries caused
by heat, fire, explosion, or leaking battery fluid.
• If batteries are leaking, discontinue use of the product.
• The lens retracts when the camera is turned off or the auto-power-
off function is activated. Touching the lens barrel while it is
retracting may cause injury.
Film-transport signals
Frame counter
All icons have been shown for clarity.
• Do not fire the flash while it is in contact with people or objects. The
flash unit discharges a large amount of energy which may cause
burns.
ATTACHING THE STRAP
Attach the strap as shown.
BUTTON KEY
• The button key is included on the
strap. The key is used to push the
manual-rewind button.
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SELECTING THE FLASH-MODE
The camera has five flash-modes. Press the flash-mode button until the corre-
sponding indicator is displayed on the data panel. Each time the flash-mode but-
ton is pressed the mode cycles as shown. When the camera is turned off, the
mode is reset to autoflash.
FILL FLASH
The flash will fire when the shutter is released regard-
less of lighting. Use fill flash to reduce harsh shadows
on your subject's face, or in back-lit situations.
Autoflash
Fill flash
Press the flash-mode button until the fill-flash
indicator ( ) appears on the data panel. Take the
picture as described in the basic operation
section.
Flash cancel
Night portrait
Landscape / Night view
FLASH CANCEL
The flash will not fire. Use flash cancel when flash
photograph is prohibited, the subject is beyond the
flash range, or to preserve the natural lighting.
RED-EYE REDUCTION
When the shutter-release button is pressed partway
down, the self-timer/red-eye reduction lamp on the
front of the camera will automatically glow to reduce
the red-eye effect in portraits. Press the shutter-release
button part way down for a few seconds before taking
pictures. This function is active with all flash modes
Press the flash-mode button until the flash-cancel
indicator ( ) appears on the data panel. Take the
picture as described in the basic operation
section.
• Shutter speed may be slow. The use of a tripod is recom-
mended.
NIGHT PORTRAIT
In the night portrait mode, the camera balances the
flash and existing light exposures for pictures of peo-
ple in front of a sunset or night scene.
FLASH RANGE
The flash range depends on the film speed and focal length in use. To ensure
proper exposure, the subject must be within the flash range.
Focal length
110mm
38mm
Press the flash-mode button until the night-
Film speed
T(elephoto)
W(ide-angle)
portrait indicator (
) appears on the data panel.
Take the picture as described in the basic
operation section.
• Shutter speed may be slow. The use of a tripod is recom-
mended. Warn your subject not to move after the flash
burst as the shutter may still be open for the background
exposure.
0.8- 2.0m
2.6- 6.6ft.
0.7- 5.3m
ISO100
ISO400
2.3- 17.4ft.
0.7- 10.6m
2.3- 34.8ft.
0.8- 4.0m
2.6- 13.1ft.
• Flash ranges apply to color negative film only.
LANDSCAPE / NIGHT VIEW
The flash will not fire in this mode and the focus is set
AUTOFLASH
to infinity. For photographs or landscapes, night
scenery, or other distant subjects. This mode is espe-
cially useful when photographing landscapes through
windows.
The flash will fire automatically in low-light. This is the default flash mode.
• The flash charges when the shutter-release button is
pressed partway down. When the indicator lamp glows,
the flash is charged and ready to fire.
Press the flash-mode button until the
landscape/night view indicator (
) appears on
the data panel. Take the picture as described in
the basic operation section.
• Shutter speed may be slow. Use of the tripod is recom-
mended.
REWINDING THE FILM
SELF-TIMER
Your camera automatically rewinds the film after the last exposure is taken.
The self-timer delays release of the shutter for approximately 10 seconds after
the shutter-release button is pressed.
When
blinks on the data panel, open the
back cover and remove the film.
1. Place the camera on a tripod. Press the self-
timer button until the self-timer indicator
appears on the data panel.
2. Place the subject in the focus frames and press
the shutter-release button partway down to lock
the focus and charge the flash.
• When the indicator lamp glows, the focus is locked; the
picture can be recomposed.
• Do not open the back cover until the rewind motor stops. Never use force.
• If the rewind motor stops before the film has been completely rewound, all the indica-
tors will blink. Remove and insert the battery or press the manual-rewind button.
• If the back cover does not open, turn the main switch off and on to release the film
chamber lock.
• Although more pictures than specified on the roll may be taken, the film processor may
not print more than the number specified on the film cassette.
3. Press the shutter-release button all the way
down to start the self-timer countdown.
•
will blink on the data panel. The self-timer lamp on the
front of the camera will blink slowly during the countdown,
then rapidly just before the shutter is released.
MANUAL REWIND
To rewind the film before finishing the roll, turn the
camera on and gently press the manual rewind but-
ton using the button key on the strap.
• The autofocus and exposure is locked when the shutter-
release button is pressed. Do not stand in front of the cam-
era when starting the self-timer.
• To cancel the self-timer, press the self-timer button or turn
the camera off.
• The self-timer is automatically canceled after the shutter
releases.
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FOR OWNERS OF THE QUARTZ-DATE MODEL
CARE AND STORAGE
OPERATING TEMPERATURE AND CONDITIONS
IMPRINTING THE DATE OR TIME
• This camera is designed for use from -10° to 40 °C (14 to 104 °F).
• Never leave the camera where it may be subjected to extreme temperatures such as in
the glove compartment of a car.
The imprinting feature enables the date or time to be printed onto the lower-right
portion of the picture. The calendar is programmed through the year 2099.
• At colder temperatures, the data panel response time will be slow. At higher temperatures,
the display will temporarily darken, but will be restored when the temperature normalizes.
• Never subject the camera to extreme humidity.
Date button
• To prevent condensation from forming, place the camera in a sealed plastic bag when
bringing it from a cold environment into a warm one. Allow it to come to room temperature
before removing it from the bag.
• When photographing in cold weather, keep the camera and spare batteries inside your
coat to keep them warm when you are not shooting. Cold batteries will regain some of
their charge when they warm up.
Adjust button
Select button
• This camera is not waterproof, dust-proof, or sand-proof. When using this camera near
water or on the beach, water, dust, or sand may cause damage. Protect the camera from
moisture and splashes, especially saltwater spray. Be extremely careful to keep sand from
both the interior and exterior of the camera and its accessories.
CLEANING
Turn the camera on, then
press the date button to
choose the date imprinting
mode.
(No imprinting)
Set mode
Date imprinting
Day/Time
Imprinting
• Keep the AF windows clean to ensure accurate focusing.
• If the camera body is dirty, gently wipe it clean with a soft, clean, dry cloth.
• To clean the lens surface, first brush away any dust or sand. Then, if necessary, moisten a
lens tissue with lens cleaning fluid and gently wipe the lens in a circular motion, starting
from the center.
• If the date-time display blinks, the clock and calendar must be set. Only the no imprinting
and set mode options are available.
• Since the date is recorded when the film is advanced to the next frame, the last frame of
the roll may not have the date or time imprinted.
• Never place lens fluid directly on the lens.
• Never touch the lens surface with your fingers.
• Never use alcohol or solvents to clean the camera.
STORAGE
SETTING THE DATE OR TIME
• Store the camera in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from dust and chemicals. For
very long periods, place the camera in an airtight container with a silica gel drying agent.
• Before using after prolonged storage, always check the camera’s operation to make sure it
is functioning properly.
The date and time must be reset each time the battery is replaced.
1. Turn the camera on. Press the date button until
“SEt” appears on the data panel.
BEFORE IMPORTANT EVENTS
• Check camera operation and take test photographs.
• Minolta is not responsible for any loss which may occur due to equipment malfunction.
QUESTIONS AND SERVICE
• If you have questions about your camera, contact your local camera dealer or write to the
Minolta distributor in your area.
• Before shipping your camera for repair, please contact an authorized Minolta service facili-
ty for instructions.
CAMERA ERROR
• If all the indicators on the data panel blink, or the data panel is blank and the camera will
not function with fresh batteries, remove and reinsert the batteries. If the camera does not
resume normal operation, or the camera malfunctions repeatedly, contact an authorized
Minolta service facility.
2. Press the select button until the item to be adjusted
blinks.
• The clock and calendar items cycle in the following order:
YEAR
MONTH
DATE
HOURS
stops
blinking
MINUTES
3. Press the adjust button or zoom lever to change the
blinking item.
• The numerals continues to change as long as the button is held
down.
• Pressing the W side of the zoom lever counts
down, the T side counts up.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Camera Type:
Lens:
35mm lens-shutter camera
38-110mm f/5.4 - 10.5 zoom lens
4 elements in 4 groups
Viewfinder:
Magnification: 0.4X - 1.02X
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 until the clock and calendar
display is correct.
Field of View : 86% at 3m (9.8ft.)
Eye-relief: 20.3mm from the eyepiece
18mm from the eyepiece frame
5. Press the date button until the display stops
blinking to set the clock and calendar.
• The camera will return to the shooting mode automatically after
five seconds. Pressing the select button again or pressing the
shutter-release button partway down will also return the camera
to the shooting mode.
Focusing Range: ( ): 0.7m - ∞ (2.3ft. - ∞)
W
( ): 0.8m - ∞ (2.6ft. - ∞)
T
Film Speed: Settings
Automatic for DX-coded negative film
Non-DX coded film set to ISO100.
ISO 25 to 3200
Range
• Pressing the select button until the date/time display stops
blinking will also set the calendar and clock.
Metering Range (ISO 100):Ev 6 - 16
Shutter Speed range: 4 - 1/500 s.
Battery:
One 3V CR123A lithium battery
Battery performance: approx. 13 rolls based on
Minolta's standard test method using 24-exposure
rolls with flash for 50% of the exposures.
CHANGING THE DATE FORMAT
The order of year, month, and day can be changed.
Dimensions(WxHxD):
114 x 62.5 x 46mm (4.5 x 2.5 x 1.8in)
185g (6.5oz.) without batteries
1. Turn the camera on.
Weight:
2. Press the date button until “SEt” appears on the
data panel.
Specifications are based on the latest information available at the time of printing and
are subject to change without notice.
3. Press and hold the select button for more than 2
seconds until the entire display
blinks.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equip-
ment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
4. Press the adjust button or zoom lever to change the
display format.
The format cycle in the following order:
D M`Y
`Y M D
M D`Y
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
5. Press the date button to set the date format.
• The camera will return to the shooting mode automatically after
five seconds. Pressing the date button again or pressing the
shutter-release button partway down will also return the camera
to the shooting mode.
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment
Regulations.
• Pressing the select button until the date/time display stops
blinking will also set the date format.
This mark on your camera certifies that this camera meets the requirements of the EU (European Union)
concerning interference causing equipment regulations. CE stands for conformité Européenne (European
Conformity).
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