Specifications

Lightly press the shutter button to turn on the power and update the LCD
panel. For maximum battery life, always set the mainswitch selector to L
(Lock) when the camera is not used.
10. MONITORING THE CONDITION OF THE BATTERIES
When the main switch selector is set to A (Auto) or M (Manual), the battery
condition is displayed on the LCD panel.
1. Batteries are in good condition when the I symbol appears on the LCD
panel. (Fig. 12)
2. When the batteries are nearly exhausted, the a symbol is displayed on the
LCD panel. (Fig. 13) Replace with four new M-size alkaline batteries.
3. When the batteries are virtually exhausted, the n symbol appears on the
LCD panel. Replace with four new AA-size alkaline batteries. (Fig. 14)
· In extremely cold temperatures, the n symbol may appear on the LCD panel.
(In cold temperatures, the battery voltage is reduced.) You may be able to use
the camera if you remove and warm up the batteries.
11. LOADING THE FILM
Always avoid direct sunlight when loading the film.
1. Press the back cover lock release button and slide the back cover latch down
to open the back cover. (Fig. 15)
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2. Load the film cassette into the film chamber and pull out the film leader so
that it extends past the film leader index. (Fig. 16)
· If the film leader is pulled out more than necessary when loading, the total
number of exposures may be reduced.
3. Make sure that the film stays within the film guides, and that the upper
sprocket edge is under the guide plate. (Fig. 17)