Specifications

1. Line up the red dot on the lens mount with the matching red dot on the camera body,
or alternatively, match the red (
!) mark on the Depth of Field Scale to the red dot on the
camera body. (Fig. 5)
2. When the lens has engaged, turn it in the direction of the arrow until it clicks into place.
(clockwise)
(Fig. 6)
* For convenience when mounting the lens in the dark, you can line up the Lens Locator
Node with the Lens Release Lever.
INSERTING THE BATTERIES
The exposure meter and shutter of this camera
are powered by batteries. so it is important to
insert the batteries correctly for correct operation.
1. Remove the Battery Compartment Cover by
turning it counterclockwise with a coin. (Fig. 7)
2. Place the two batteries on top of each other as
shown in the illustration in the battery holder of the
Battery Compartment Cover. (Fig. 8) Batteries for
use, Two LR-44 Alkaline batteries; life-span about
6 months under normal use. Two SR-44 Silver
Oxide batteries: life-span about 12 months under
normal use. (Mallory MS76. Eveready S76 or
equivalent)
* Since dirt or skin oils on the batteries may cause
a bad contact, wipe the batteries clean with a dry
cloth before inserting them.
* When your camera is not used for a long period
of time. remove the batteries.
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* Generally. in cold conditions. the voltage of the
batteries decreases and this will impair the
functioning of the shutter and exposure meter. In
these cases, either warm up the batteries or keep
a spare set of batteries warm in your pocket ready
to insert just before shooting.
* If no batteries are inserted. if they are incorrectly
inserted, or if they are worn out. the camera will