User manual MINOLTA MAXXUM 3XI PART 1

[. . . ] · This camera is designed for use between -10 and 40 °C (14 to 104 F). · At colder temperatures, the data panel response time may be slow. If necessary, moisten a sheet of lens tissue with one drop of lens-cleaning fluid and gently wipe the lens. · When not in use, keep the camera in a cool, dry place away from dust and chemicals. [. . . ] · For more information about your camera, contact your local camera dealer or the Minolta distributor in your area. FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE Read and understand all warnings and cautions before using this product. WARNING Batteries may become hot or explode due to improper use. · · · · · Use only the batteries specified in this instruction manual. Tape over lithium battery contacts before disposal. Use caution, accidents may occur when using this product near young children. Keep batteries or things that could be swallowed away from young children. Immediately remove the batteries and discontinue use if. . . · the camera is dropped or subjected to an impact in which the interior is exposed. · the product emits a strange smell, heat, or smoke. Do not disassemble. Electric shock may occur if a high voltage circuit inside the camera is touched. Take your camera to a Minolta Service Facility when repairs are required. CAUTION The lens retracts when the camera is turned off or Auto Power Off is activated. Touching the lens barrel while it is retracting may cause injury. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Lens: Focus: Focusing range: Exposure: 38-90mm f/4. 8 - 10. 8 Construction: 4 elements, 4 groups Active AF Wide: 1m - (3. 3 ft. -), Telephoto: 1. 1m - (3. 6 ft. - ) Programmed Autoexposure, Average metering; Metering range (ISO 100): wide: EV 6. 5-12. 5, tele: EV 8. 9 - 15; 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. Cartridge mark DATA PANEL 2 Press the ADJUST button to change the data to the correct value. Data continues changing as long as you hold down the button. · In Time mode, pressing the ADJUST button while the colon is blinking resets the second counter to 00. VIEWFINDER 1. Flash lamp (green) Glows: Flash is ready Blinks: Flash charging 3 When all data is correct, press the SELECT button until the data stops blinking. · Reset the time and date after changing the battery. Step ATTACHING THE STRAP Attach the strap as shown. 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). Step INSERTING THE BATTERY Your camera uses one 3-volt CR123A or DL123A lithium battery to supply power for all camera operations. 2 Insert the battery ­ side first as shown, then snap the battery-chamber door closed. · Before opening the battery-chamber door, make sure the camera is off. · Remove batteries + side first. Step TAKING PICTURES 1 Press the Main switch to turn the camera on. 2 Align your subject within the focus frame and press the W side of the zoom lever to move toward wide angle or the T side to move toward telephoto. · Your subject must be at least 1m (3. 3 ft. ) away from the lens in Wide and 1. 1m (3. 6 ft. ) away in Telephoto. · Do not hold the lens barrel; focus may not be accurate. BATTERY WARNING Power is sufficient for all the camera operations. · Eath time the camera is turned on, a symbol will appear briefly in the data panel. 3 Press the shutter-release button partway down. · For vertically framed pictures, hold the camera so the flash is on top. If the blinking low-battery symbol appears in the data panel with the other indicators, you can still use the camera, but the battery will have to be replaced soon. If the blinking low-battery symbol appears alone, you cannot use the camera until you replace the battery. The shutter cannot be released. · If all indicators blink in the data panel or the camera will not function with a fresh battery, remove the battery then reinsert it. If normal operation does not resume, or the camera malfunctions repeatedly, contact an authorized Minolta Service Facility. 4 When the green flash lamp glows, gently press the shutter-release button all the way down to take the picture. · The flash will automatically fire in low light. · After the number of frames specified on the film cartridge have been taken (ex. [. . . ] · After the number of frames specified on the film cartridge have been taken (ex. 24 or 36), additional exposures may overlap. AUTO POWER OFF: To conserve power, the camera will shut down and the lens will retract if it is not operated for more than 8 minutes. Press the main switch to restore power. · Do not obstruct the lens while it is retracting. FOCUS HOLD When your subject is located outside the focus frame, you can first lock focus on your subject, then recompose the picture as desired. Step 1 Align the subject within the focus frame and press the shutter-release button partway down. LOADING THE FILM Use only 35mm, negative film rated ISO 100, 200, or 400. Non DX-coded film is set to ISO 100. · Do not use Polaroid instant 35mm film. [. . . ]