User manual MINOLTA POWER GRIP 2 SET

[. . . ] 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. Electric shock may cause injury if a high voltage circuit inside the product is touched. [. . . ] · The lens retracts when the camera is turned off or the auto-poweroff function is activated. · 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. 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 equipment. 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: · Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. · Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. Take the picture as described in the full-auto operation section. · Shutter speeds may be slow. The use of a tripod is recommended. LANDSCAPE/ NIGHT VIEW AUTOFLASH The flash will automatically fire in low light when the shutter is released to take the picture. 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 Film speed The flash will not fire in this mode and the focus is set to infinity. Landscape/night view is used for photographing outdoor scenery during the day or at night. Press the mode button until landscape/night-view indicator ( ) is displayed on the data panel. Take the picture as described in the full-auto operation section. · Shutter speeds may be slow. · Always use this mode when photographing landscapes through windows. 38mm W(ideangle) 0. 9 - 3. 5m 3. 0 - 11. 5ft. 0. 9 - 4. 0m 3. 0 - 13. 1ft. ISO 100 ISO 400 · Flash ranges apply to color negative film only. FOCUS LOCK Focus lock is used when you want to compose the image with the subject off-center and outside the focus frame. SELF-TIMER The self-timer delays release of the shutter for approximately 10 seconds after the shutter-release button is pressed. 1. Place the camera on a tripod. Press the mode button until the self-timer indicator ( ) is displayed on the data panel. Press the shutterrelease button all the way down to start the countdown. · The self-timer indicator on the data panel and the self-timer lamp will blink during the countdown. · Self-timer is automatically canceled after the shutter is released. To cancel the self-timer and reset the camera, press the main switch. 1. Place the focus frame on the subject and press the shutter-release button partway down until the green indicator lamp glows steadily. [. . . ] STORAGE When storing the camera for extended periods, please follow these guidelines: · 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. BEFORE IMPORTANT EVENTS · Check camera operation carefully or take test photographs. [. . . ]