User manual MINOLTA VECTIS GX-2

[. . . ] This camera is not sandproof, do not place the camera directly on the ground. If the rubber seals appear cracked or damaged, contact an authorized Minolta Service Facility to have them replaced. Do not subject the camera to shock or impact. WARNING Batteries may become hot or explode due to improper use. [. . . ] This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. FILM CASSETTE WARNING The film used in Advanced Photo System cameras stores some data magnetically. Do not place the film cassette on or near anything that creates a magnetic field, such as a television or stereo speakers. CAMERA ERROR If the camera will not function with fresh batteries, remove the batteries, wait a few minutes, then reinsert the batteries. If normal operation does not resume, or the camera malfunctions repeatedly, contact an authorized Minolta Service Facility. ATTACHING AND REMOVING THE STRAP Attaching Insert the strap tab into the strap port until it "clicks. " Removing Press the strap release and pull the tab out of the strap port. Thank you for purchasing a Minolta Advanced Photo SystemTM camera. To take part in your active lifestyle, this camera was designed to be rugged and easy to use. Before using your camera, familiarize yourself with the names and locations of the camera controls and read this manual thoroughly. *Advanced Photo SystemTM is a trademark of the five system developing companies, including Minolta New print formats. . . Classic C print, wider H print, and panorama P print formats are available with Advanced Photo System cameras. Advantages of the Advanced Photo System Easier to load. . . This new film features drop-in-loading to make loading your camera simple, the first time, every time. Indicators on the cassette tell you and your camera if the film is unexposed, partially exposed, exposed, or processed. In addition to returning your prints in the format you selected, certified photofinishers will return your Advanced Photo System film in its original cassette with an index print. To order reprints, simply choose the images you want from the index print. No more searching through negatives to find the right frame. NAMES OF PARTS Camera Body GX-1 Data panel Viewfinder window* Flash* GX-2 Data panel Shutter-release button Viewfinder window* Flash* GX-3 Data panel Shutter-release button Viewfinder window* Flash* Shutter-release button Lens* Viewfinder* Command switch Lens* Command switch Lens* Viewfinder* Film-chamber release Accessory port Command switch Viewfinder* Accessory port Film-chamber release Release lock Release lock Accessory port Film-chamber release Release lock Battery chamber Strap port Film chamber * Do not touch Film chamber Battery chamber Strap port Battery chamber Strap port Film chamber Data Panel Command switch Image Frames H print P print C print Flash charging indicator Frame counter Battery warning P H C OFF P print (Panorama) H print C print (Classic) Camera off Self-timer INSTALLING THE BATTERY Your camera uses one 3-volt CR2 lithium battery to supply power for all camera operations. Please read the warnings in the Safety Cautions section of this manual as well as those supplied by the battery manufacturer. · If film is in the camera when the battery is replaced, install a new battery immediately after removing the old battery. If the battery is not replaced immediately, your camera may advance one frame and display - - in the frame counter for the remaining exposures. The frame counter will return to normal operation when a new film cassette is loaded. 2. Insert a new battery into the chamber as indicated by the + and - marks. Close the battery-chamber door and turn the battery-chamber lock to the close position. · Clean the rubber seals and joining surfaces before closing covers. 1. Using a coin or similar object, turn the battery-chamber lock to open, then open the battery-chamber door. Battery Warning Replace the battery. · If no display appears, replace the battery or make sure it is correctly installed. · Do not remove the battery unless the battery warning blinks or no display appears in the data panel. [. . . ] Film left in the camera may reload causing double exposures. SELF TIMER The self-timer delays release of the shutter for approximately ten seconds. · When the self-timer is selected, the flash will fire every time a picture is taken. · The print format is set to H when the self-timer is selected. 1. Mount the camera on the Handy Tripod (optional) and place on a level surface. 3. [. . . ]