Owner’s Manual CERTIFIED PHOTOFINISHING SERVICE ● Have your film processed by a Photo Finisher which displays the above sign. ● Different Photo Finishers may provide different services. Consult them for details of their services. The “CE” mark certifies that this product satisfies the requirements of the EU (European Union) regarding safety, public health, environment and consumer protection. (“CE” is the abbreviation of Conformité Euroéepnne.) This product conforms with Directive 89/336/EEC.
CONTENTS FEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PART NAMES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PRINT QUANTITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CHANGING THE PRINT QUANTITY . . . . . . . USING THE SELF-TIMER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MULTI PROGRAM FLASH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CAMERA CARE AND CAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . ERRORS, POSSIBLE CAUSES, AND REMEDIES . . SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PART NAMES q (See the illustrations while you read this manual.
Muiti-operation button SHIFT Liquid crystal display #0 #1 #2 #3 @3 @9 DATE @5 @2 @6 @7 @4 #5 Multi-Operation Button A multi-function button that enables the selection and setting of all modes. It is usually used as the zoom button, but the functions for the various modes can be selected when it is used in combination with the SHIFT/DATE button. @2 @3 @4 @5 @6 @7 @8 #4 @8 #6 #7 Liquid Crystal Display The diagram shows all crystal displays in the “on” state.
1. PRELIMINARY STEPS ATTACHING THE STRAP Fig. 1 Pass the smaller loop end of the strap through the camera’s strap lug. Fig. 2 Next, pass the longer loop end of the strap through the smaller loop, and pull the longer loop end. ✻ When using a commercial strap, check the strength and other proper ties of the strap. Because straps for cellular telephones, PHS, etc. are for light devices, be especially careful when using them.
LOADING THE BATTERY Use the following lithium battery. ★ CR123A/DL123A 3V (one) ✻ One lithium battery has enough power for taking Fig. 3 w approximately 300 shots (Based on our test conditions). ✻ If many rolls of film are used, when travelling, for example, it is desirable to take spare batteries (particular in areas where it may be difficult to obtain batteries). ✻ Do not load the cartridge before inserting the battery.
Fig. 5 Check the battery capacity sign on the LCD. q on: Battery capacity is OK. w on: Battery capacity is insufficient; provide a new battery. e blink: Shutter release will not trip because the battery has no charge; change the battery. ✻ Check the battery capacity sign before using the camera. ✻ The battery can be replaced even when there is a film cartridge in the camera. POWER ON/OFF Fig. 6 Slide the slide cover all of the way in the direction of the arrow to switch on the power.
Fig. 7 The lens assembly will slide out and be set in a position to enable exposure. Close the slide cover to switch off the power. ✻ If the camera is left to stand for approximately 5 minutes with the slide cover open, the lens assembly will automatically be retracted and the power will be switched off. Close the slide cover and then open it again to enable exposure. ✻ The camera may be damaged if the slide cover is closed before the lens assembly has been fully retracted.
Fig. 9 SHIFT Year : Month : Hour : DATE Fig. 10 SHIFT Press the multi-operation button’s UP or DOWN button to correct the numeral blinking on the LCD. Adjustable items are as follows. DATE ’98 – ’28 (1998 – 2028) 1 – 12 Day : 1 – 31 0 – 23 Minute : 00 – 59 Press the DATE button after correcting the year, month, day, hour and minutes to extinguish the guide lamp and complete the date correction procedure.
SELECTING THE DATE MODE With the Advanced Photo System Fig. 11 The date (year:month:day/hour:minute) can be printed on the front and back of the print. Frontprinting, which can be seen when inserted in an album, and backprinting, which is convenient for cataloging. Either can be used depending on the purpose. ✻ Some photo finishers may not support the feature for printing on the surface. ✻ Changes, such as eliminating the date, are possible when re-printing.
Fig. 13 Y M D M D Y D M Y The date mode will alter nate as shown in the diagram whenever the DATE button is pressed. ✻ The date mode will be displayed in the [year, SHIFT month, day] sequence when the date is realigned even when a date mode other than [year, month, day] has been selected. Select the date mode every time the date has been realigned if a setting other than [year, month, day] is required. (Y : Year M : Month D : Day T : Time) DATE T 2.
Fig. 15 Make sure that the film cartridge mark “ H ” is not displayed in area A of the LCD. ✻ If “ H ” and “ B ” are lit on the LCD, your camera contains a film cartridge already exposed. Remove the film car tridge, following the instructions on Fig. 34 – 36. A SHIFT DATE Fig. 16 q Move the car tridge cover released knob in the direction of q and open the cartridge cover slightly. Open the cartridge cover in the direction of w.
Fig. 17 w q Drop the cartridge q into place and then close the cartridge cover w. ✻ Inser t the batter y before inser ting the film cartridge. A B Fig. 18 When the film car tridge compar tment cover is closed, the film is automatically advanced and “ H ” is displayed on the LCD. While the film is being advanced to the first frame, the film type and speed are displayed.
Fig. 19 When the first frame of the film is set, the usable number of frames (the number of frames specified on the film cartridge) is displayed in the exposure counter. ✻ The number indicated in the exposure counter decreases by one each time a picture is taken. SHIFT DATE SELECTING THE PRINT FORMAT With the Advanced Photo System 3 print formats - P, H and C can be chosen. Use the format selector to select the format you want. Fig.
Fig. 21 The view through the finder will change to the style of photographs shown when the format selector is operated. The angle of the exposure will not change. A : P Print (1 : 3) B : H Print (9 : 16) C : C Print (2 : 3) ✻ Figures in ( ) represent the aspect ratio.
Fig. 22 With the close-up picture The area visible in the part shown will be printed when an exposure closer than approximately 1.5 m is taken. ● ✻ When taking close ups, the area seen through the viewfinder and the area actually photographed will be different. (Because the viewfinder and the lens are in different locations.) The parallax correction mark is the criteria for the difference between the area seen through the viewfinder and the area actually photographed.
Fig. 23 H&P C H&C P Even when anyone of the P/H/C print format has been selected, the size of the photograph on the film remains the same (16.7 x 30.2 mm). Print format selection will record the print format for each frame and the exposure will be printed within the ranges shown in the above illustrations. ✻ The print format can be changed when reprinting. P H C about 10 x 28 mm about 16 x 28 mm about 16 x 23 mm TAKING PICTURES Fig.
Fig. 25 Fig. 26 Ensure that fingers or the camera strap are not obscuring the lens of flash assembly. Press the multi-operation button’s s mark until the required level of zoom has been acquired when the subject is to be magnified. Press the t mark to obtain the wide-angle zoom. ✻ The minimum distance for exposure is 0.6 m.
Fig. 27 Aim at the subject so that it fills the whole AF frame. (A : AF (Autofocus) frame) Fig. 28 When the shutter release button is pressed halfway and the AF lamp (green) turns on, focusing is complete. A ✻ While the shutter release button is pressed halfway, the film speed and type of film is indicated in the LCD. ✻ When you are too close to the subject, the AF lamp (green) will start blinking. ✻ Note that when you are closer than about 20 cm, the AF lamp turns on but focusing will not be sharp.
Fig. 29 When the shutter trips, the flash fires and the film advances to the next frame. ✻ For bright remote scenes, the flash does not fire. ✻ The AF lamp will go off once and reappear immediately after the shutter is released. ✻ During the charging time of the flash (when the alarm sign is blinking “ c ”) the shutter cannot be released. ● In dark places, photos should be taken within the following flash lamp ranges. Effective flash lamp range Film speed Wide angle (23mm) Telephoto (50mm) ISO 100 0.
In the following cases, the camera may not be able to focus on the subject. Such subjects must be shot using the “AF-lock” or “Landscape Mode”. (Refer to Fig.30 – 33 and 50.) q A bright light source such as the sun is near the subject or there is reflected light (from the windscreen of a vehicle, waves, etc.) near the subject. w A mirror or light-reflecting surfaces such as metals are near the center of the picture. e When shooting black light-absorbing subjects such as hair.
Fig. 31 Move the camera slightly so that the subject is inside the AF frame. Fig. 32 Press the shutter release button halfway down and confirm that the AF lamp lights without moving the camera. (Focus is locked on your subject in this condition.
Fig. 33 While holding the shutter release button halfway down to keep the Auto-Focus lock on, move the camera back to the original position to recompose your picture, then press the shutter release button all the way down. ✻ The Auto-Focus lock operation can be repeated any number of times before the shutter trips. UNLOADING THE FILM CARTRIDGE Fig. 34 SHIFT When the last frame has been exposed, the film is rewound.
Fig. 35 q When the exposure counter shows “ B ” and the motor stops, move the film cartridge compartment cover release knob as indicated in q, in the direction indicated in w, and open the film car tridge compartment cover. ✻ Always stop the motor and check that “ B ” is displayed before moving the film car tridge compartment cover release knob. If you try to open the film cartridge compartment cover before “ B ” is displayed, the camera may be damaged, or the film may be exposed. w Fig.
Fig. 37 SHIFT DATE Press the mid-roll change button to rewind the film when the cartridge is to be ejected in the middle of the roll. Do not remove the cartridge until “ B ” is displayed in the exposure counter and the rewind motor has ceased to operate. ✻ When rewinding a roll of film which is only partially exposed. Refer to CARTRIDGE MID-ROLL CHANGE FUNCTION. CARTRIDGE MID-ROLL CHANGE FUNCTION With the Advanced Photo System Fig. 38 The cartridge can be replaced even in mid-roll.
Fig. 39 SHIFT Press in the mid-roll change button. The film counter will display as it subtracts from the number of exposed frames. When rewinding is completed, “ B ” will be displayed by the film counter. DATE Fig. 40 q w When “ B ” appears in the film counter and the motor has stopped, raise the cartridge compartment cover release knob as shown in illustration q, move it in the direction shown in illustration w and open the car tridge compar tment cover.
2 SHIFT Fig. 41 Remove the cartridge and sign sure the sign j appears white. (A : Film cartridge with unexposed frames) Fig. 42 When a new cartridge is loaded i, the film will be advanced to the first frame and the number of available exposures will be displayed.
Fig. 43 When a cartridge that was removed in mid-roll j is reloaded, the film will automatically be advanced to the first unexposed frame. After that, operation is as before. ✻ Even if you forget how many frames were exposed SHIFT on a cartridge that was removed in mid-roll, just reload the car tridge. The camera will automatically set the remaining number of unexposed frames and display that number on the LCD.
✻ If a cartridge is removed in mid-roll j and sent to the processor, all frames on the entire roll will be developed. Expose all frames on the roll before sending the cartridge to the processor for development. ✻ Mid-Roll change of cartridge is guaranteed only among our FOTONEX/ENDEAVOR series and nexia series of cameras with MRC functions. If a cartridge exposed with another make of camera with an MRC function is used, operation may not be normal. 3. ADVANCED TECHNIQUES SELECTING THE EXPOSURE MODE Fig.
Fig. 45 SHIFT DATE w q Hold down the SHIFT button q and press the c mark on the multi-operation button w to illuminate only the c guide lamp. Continue pressing the c mark to enable sequential selection of the exposure mode. The mode displayed in the LCD will be selected when the SHIFT button is released, and the guide lamp will be extinguished. No display : Multi program flash mode Fig.
Fig. 47 b : Red-eye reduction flash mode Reduces red-eye The flash lamp will fire briefly 5 times (pre-flash), then fire the 6 time for taking your picture. ✻ The AF lamp sign in the viewfinder eyepiece stays on from pre-flash to exposure. Do not move the camera while the AF lamp is on. About red-eye When a person is photographed with flash in dim light, the eyes will sometimes turn out red.
Fig. 48 c : Fill-in flash mode Used when taking against-the-light pictures of a person standing by a window or under the shade of a tree. Takes flash exposures even in bright locations. Fig. 49 d : Flash off mode Use when taking pictures using interior light or for taking distant subjects which the flash lamp light cannot reach, such as in a theater or stadium. The flash lamp will not flash. ✻ When taking pictures in a dark place, we recommend the use of a tripod to prevent the camera from shaking.
Fig. 50 e : Landscape mode This is used for taking clear landscape pictures or photographing remote (night) scenes through glass. Set the focus in the distance. The flash will not operate. ✻ This feature will be canceled after every exposure. ✻ When taking pictures in a dark place, we recommend the use of a tripod to prevent the camera from shaking. : Night portrait (slow sync) mode Fig. 51 This is used for taking photographs of people at night.
✻ This feature will be canceled after every exposure. ✻ As a slow shutter speed is used with the night portrait mode, ensure that a tripod is used to prevent camera-shake. It is also important that the subject remains motionless during the exposure. ✻ The fill-in flash mode, the flash off flash mode, and landscape mode and the night portrait (slow shutter) mode will be canceled when the power is switched off.
THE “USER TITLE” SELECTION Fig. 52 Happy Birthday With the Advanced Photo System Messages or titles can be printed on the back of prints when taking pictures. ✻ User title selection can be changed when reprinting. (Some photo finisher’s may not support this feature.) Fig. 53 Press the SHIFT button to illuminate the 4 guide lamps ( c / / / r ). ✻ 3 guide lamps ( c / SHIFT DATE / r ) will be illuminated during title selection.
SHIFT DATE w w SHIFT q q Fig. 54 Language selection: Hold down the SHIFT button q and press the mark on the multi-operation button w for 2 or more consecutive seconds to illuminate the guide lamp and set the UP and DOWN guide lamps blinking. The language number will blink on the LCD. Title selection: Hold down the SHIFT button q and press the mark on the multi-operation button w to illuminate the guide lamp and set the UP and DOWN guide lamps blinking. The title number will blink on the LCD.
Fig. 55 w SHIFT Continue to press the SHIFT button q and select the number with the UP and DOWN w buttons. The number displayed in the LCD will be selected when the SHIFT button is released. (Refer to page 54 for details on the numbers.) ✻ Language and titles cannot be amended DATE q simultaneously. Make all necessary amendments independently. ✻ The title number is the number “30” followed by “_ _”. No title will be printed if you set the title number to “_ _”. Fig.
CHANGING THE “USER TITLE” SELECTION The title of the last exposed frame can be changed any number of times before the next frame is exposed. This is convenient when one has forgotten to set the title before exposure, or when changing the title. Fig. 57 SHIFT removed midway or the batteries are removed after exposure. Select the required title from the sequence available in [THE “USERTITLE” SELECTION] and then continue to press the SHIFT button. (Refer to Fig.52 – 56.
Fig. 59 SHIFT The exposure film is rewound once (the exposure counter also counts back 1 frame) then returned to the last position. The exposure counter also returns to its original value, and the title is changed. DATE PRINT QUANTITY Fig. 60 With the Advanced Photo System The desired print quantity for each frame can be set when taking pictures. The necessary print quantity is simultaneously printed at the first printing so troublesome reprinting is not necessary.
Fig. 61 Press the SHIFT button to illuminate the 4 guide lamps ( c / / / r ). ✻ 3 guide lamps ( c / SHIFT / r ) will be illuminated during print quantity specification. ✻ When you want to select both user title selection and print quantity, set either of the functions after taking the photograph. (Refer to Fig.57 – 59.) DATE w SHIFT Fig. 62 Hold down the SHIFT button q and press the mark on the multi-operation button w to illuminate the guide lamp and set the UP and DOWN guide lamps blinking.
Fig. 63 w SHIFT Continue to press the SHIFT button q and select the quantity with the UP and DOWN w buttons. The quantity displayed in the LCD will be selected when the SHIFT button is released. ✻ If you want to cancel the specified print quantity, DATE reset the power switch. ✻ Although the date is not displayed, it is imprinted on the photograph. q Fig. 64 Press the shutter release button to take a picture. The film is advanced and print quantity is recorded.
CHANGING THE PRINT QUANTITY This is convenient when one has forgotten to set the print quantity before exposure, or when one does not want a print because of an exposure failure. ✻ Overwriting is not possible if the cartridge is removed midway or the batteries are removed after exposure. Fig. 65 SHIFT DATE w SHIFT Select the required print quantity from the sequence available in [PRINT QUANTITY] and then continue to press the SHIFT button. (Refer to Fig.60 – 64.) Fig.
Fig. 67 The film is first rewound (the counter is reset to frame 1), then advanced to its original position (the counter is also advanced), and the print quantity is changed. DATE SHIFT USING THE SELF-TIMER Fig. 68 SHIFT Press the SHIFT button to illuminate the 4 guide lamps ( c / / / r ).
Fig. 69 Hold down the SHIFT button q and press the r mark on the multi-operation button w to illuminate only the r guide lamp. Continue to press the r mark to select the number of required self-timer exposures (maximum of 3.) The self-timer exposure count displayed in the LCD will be selected when the SHIFT button is released, and the guide lamp will be extinguished. Fig. 70 When the shutter release is depressed, the camera focuses on the subject in the AF frame and the selftimer starts.
✻ To cancel an activated self-timer exposure, press the r mark on the multi-operation button and extinguish the guide lamp. ✻ The self-timer mode will be automatically canceled after the exposure has been taken and when the power is switched off.
Fig. 71 ● Fig. 72 ● Close-up photography in a room or night scene When close-up pictures are taken in a dim place with an ordinary flash, it fires in 100%. As a result, the subject is blurred in white. The multi program flash reduces the light quantity down to 12.5%, preventing pictures to be blurred in white. Portrait photography at high brightness When a person is photographed in bright daylight, his (her) face is likely to be spotted with the shades of hair and nose.
Fig. 73 ● Photography against the sun When photographing a person who is backlit or standing by a window, the subject appears as a shadow. As a result, the features will be too dark to distinguish. In this case also, the multi-program flash automatically provides the correct amount of light so that you can take beautiful pictures. CAMERA CARE AND CAUTIONS z Your camera is a precision instrument which requires careful handling. Do not expose it to shock, liquid, or drop it on the floor.
c Since this camera is computer-controlled, it almost never operates erroneously. If erroneous operation should occur, remove and then reload the battery. v This advanced photo system magnetically records the information on the film. Therefore, do not expose film cartridges or a film cartridge loaded camera to strong magnetic fields. b Do not put the camera in a closed car for a long time. n It is recommended that undeveloped film and cameras containing film are carried as hand luggage when using aircraft.
ERRORS, POSSIBLE CAUSES, AND REMEDIES During operation Error Possible Causes Remedies Page The LCD shows “B ” and “H ” blinking though a film cartridge has been loaded and the film car tridge compar tment cover has been closed. ● Open the film car tridge compartment cover and check the film cartridge status mark. Are you using a film cartridge with a white i mark or j. ● Use a film cartridge with a white 11 A car tridge has been inserted, but the counter is not displayed on the LCD.
Printed pictures Error Picture is not sharp. Possible Causes Remedies Page q Was your finger on the AF windows when shooting? q When shooting a picture, hold your camera correctly so that your finger is not on the AF windows. w Compose the picture in the AF frame and shoot, or shoot using AF Lock. e Clean the lens. r Hold the camera firmly and press the shutter release button gently. Use a tripod for slow shutter speeds. t Select a mode other than e mode.
Error Printed incorrect. date/time is The date is not printed on the front. Possible Causes Remedies Page ● You didn’t set correct date and ● Set date and time after replacing 8 time after replacing battery. q Wasn’t “- - - - - -” selected before taking pictures ? w Some print service shops do not support frontprinting. 51 battery. q Select a date mode other than “- - - - - -” before taking pictures. w Please consult your nearest photo finisher.
SPECIFICATIONS ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Film IX240 Cartridge film Picture Size 16.7 mm x 30.2 mm Print Format P/H/C switchable Lens Super EBC Fujinon zoom lens, 5 components, 5 elements, f=23 – 50 mm 1:5.0 – 1:8.8 Viewfinder Super EBC zoom finder, 0.36 – 0.69X magnification, P, H and C formats switchable with AF frame, parallax correction mark, AF Lamp Focusing Active type auto focus: 0.
● ● ● ● ● ● Self-Timer Electronically controlled, up to 3 consecutive exposures approximately 10 second delay, can be stopped mid-run, self-timer on lamp Liquid Crystal Display Exposure counter, exposure mode index, cartridge loaded/unloaded sign, self-timer mode sign, batter y capacity sign, flash charging sign, date sign, print quantity sign, user title selection sign, type of film cartridge sign, film speed sign Data Recording Magnetic recording system, recordable on each frame, print quantity, user
LIST OF AVAILABLE TITLES GBR 12 – 0 12– 1 12– 2 12– 3 12– 4 12– 5 12– 6 12– 7 12– 8 12– 9 12–10 12–11 12–12 12–13 12–14 USA British English Christmas Birthday Vacation Honeymoon Wedding Hanukkah Graduation Family Party Holiday Anniversary of Marriage Friends School Event Trip I Love You 12–15 12–16 12–17 12–18 12–19 12– 20 12– 21 12– 22 12– 23 12– 24 12– 25 12– 26 12– 27 12– 28 12– 29 12– 30 Thank You Season’s Greetings Happy Birthday Congratulations Merry Christmas Festival First day of School Tour Ne
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