PHOTOGRAPHY You have added another dimension (stereo) and the colors of the rainbow to your everyday picture taking. You will be one of the first to enjoy your own “Personal”, full color, three dimension pictures, To insure your enjoyment, 1. We have made this camera - this whole system of photography - as simple and easy to use as we possibly could, and, 2.
lNSTRUCTlONS PRE-LOADING CHECKS Illustrated Instructions Page Turn SHIFT KNOB to “A” . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Lock WINDING KNOB by turning. Set COUNTER to 20X OR 36X . . . . . . . . . . 5 LOADING Open camera and lay it face down on a table . . . 6 Insert three perforations of film in slot of SPOOL . . 7 Engage magazine on slotted shaft . . . . . . . . . 8 Fit film on SPROCKET and pull film tight. Close back of camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
lNSTRUCTlONS illustrated Instructions Page ADVANCING THE FILM Turn WINDING KNOB a full turn after each exposure. When Winding Knob LOCKS and Shutter will not CLICK, you have reached the important HALFWAY POINT. . . . 12 . . . then . . . Turn SHIFT KNOB to “B”. Take last picture when COUNTER reads “19” or “36”. Wind FOUR times before unloading . . . . . . . . 13 UNLOADING Unload in subdued light. Tell processor, “Don’t cut my roll” . . . . . . . . . 14 PERSONAL REEL MOUNTING. . . . . . . .
1. CHECK THE RED SPOT If this opening shows BLACK, it is safe to open the camera. If it shows RED, the camera is loaded. In this case, check the counter (see page 13) to see if it is safe to open the camera. SHIFT KNOB IS “B” . . . . . . 2. TURN SHIFT KNOB TO “A” Turn until black square disappears. This will lock the lenses in their lower position.
3. SET THE COUNTER a. Turn the WINDING KNOB until it locks - until it will not turn in either direction. b. Pull up AND turn to set COUNTER. A continuous upward pull is necessary while you turn the WINDING KNOB. c. Set counter to . . . . . . 20X for 20-exposure roll. . . . 36X for 36-exposure roll. Set FILM LENGTH 19- INDICATOR -35 This will remind you when to stop taking pictures.
LOAD FILM IN SUBDUED LIGHT LOADING 3. TURN SLOT OF SPOOL TO 45º POSITION Roll SPOOL with your finger as pictured. 4. INSERT FILM END a. Press firmly to event SPOOL from b. Start film cornerse, then straighten. c. Insert THREE PERFORATIONS of film, then slide film to the left as far as it will go.
.,. 5. INSERT THE FILM MAGAZINE a. Draw magazine towards the slotted shaft on which it fits. By holding film flat in the film channel, the amount of extra film which will be pulled out of the magazine can held to a minimum. b. Tilt magazine down UNDER the bracket. HOW MAGAZINE FITS SHAFT. a. Turn the small end of the magazine and push until it pops into place.
LOADING 6. FIT PERFORATIONS ON SPROCKET THEN PULL FILM TAUT AS SHOWN The toothed SPROCKETS in the center of the comera drive the film in and out of the film magazine exactly 8 perforations each time the Winding Knob is turned a full turn. The Wind-up Spool and the Magazine Drive Shaft turn to help advance the film, but are slip-clutched so thev will not pull against the SPROCKETS. a, Engage perforations on the teeth of the SPROCKET. b. Roll wind-up SPOOL towards you pulling film reasonably tight. 7.
1. Click Shutter then turn Winding Knob Turn it a full turn until it locks - until it will not turn either way. The reference point will then point to 21 on the exposure counter scale of the Winding Knob, or to 37 for a 36-exposure roll. 2. Click Shutter then turn Winding Knob for a second time. The exposure counter will then read 20 (or 36). 3. Click Shutter then turn Winding Knob for a third time. The exposure counter will then read 19 (as pictured above) or 35, for 36-exposure rolls.
EXPOSURE-EASY METHOD 1. TURN CENTER DIAL TO PROPER FILM SPEED- a. Use A.S.A. Numbers found on chart, page 6, or on data sheet that comes with your film. b. Match A.S.A. Number to “summer” or “winter”. NOTE: Adjust only twice a year-Mar. Sept. 22, or for different speed film. 22 and 1 Example - FILM SPEED of “10” set to “SUMMER” . 3. ADJUST LENS OPENING DIAL This will move the CENTER DIAL and allow you to MATCH the proper SUBJECT COLOR to the existing SKY i BRIGHTNESS.
ADVANCING THE FILM 1 . AFTER EACH EXPOSURE WIND ONE FULL TURN. Caution: After winding, try to turn the Winding Knob both ways to be sure it is locked. A full turn of the Winding Knob cocks the shutter, counts each exposure, and advances the film alternating the stereo pairs as pictured below. ;;, 1q<<&<4 33 .. . c il / PICTURE COUNTING-The COUNTER will look like this as you take your first 19 pictures (first 35 pictures for 36-exp. roll for which counter will read “34, 33,32”. etc.). -etc.
ADVANCING THE FILM 2. TURN SHIFT KNOB TO “B” ‘\ Be sure black square disappears. Then . . . Turn WINDING KNOB a full turn clockwise to cock the shutter. PICTURE‘ COUNTING Now as you take pictures, the COUNTER INDICATOR will point successively at 2, 3, 4 , . . etc. to . . . 16, 17, 18; or (for 36-exposure rolls) to . . . 32, 33, 34, 3. TAKE LAST PICTURE AT “19” OR “35” The FILM LENGTH INDICATOR set properly when loading, will help you remember when to stop taking pictures. 4.
UNLOADING UNLOAD IN SUBDUED LIGHT- NEVER IN DIRECT SUNLIGHT! When you open the camera back, take out the film and immediately place it in the safety of its metal container. TELL THE FILM PROCESSOR, “DO NOT CUT!” KODAK FILM-Cut off the corner of the MAILING LABEL. OTHER FILM-Write “Do Not Cut” on your order. You want your roll of film bock UNCUT! THE VIEW-MASTER FILM CUTTER quickly registers and die-cuts Stereo Pairs from the COMPLETE, UNCUT roll of developed film. See next page.
PERSONAL REEL MOUNTING MAKE YOUR OWN REELS! IT’S EASY! IT’S FUN! Each Reel of 7 Stereo Pairs can be a “production” that “stars” your family and friends. More than just a photographer, you will be author, director and film edifor. Your Reels will be picture stories admired by everyone. THE VIEW-MASTER FILM CUTTER DOES THE WORK You just fit the proper f i l m perforations on a sprocket-press downand an accurately die-cut Stereo Pair falls from the machine. Turning the Film Advance Knob automatically .
INFORMATION SECTION Pager How the Lens Shift Works . . , . . , . 19 Sky Brightness Pictures . . . . . . , .20 Exposure-the Full Story . . . 21,22,23 Flash Pictures . . . . . . . . . . 24 & 25 Picture Taking Hints . . . . . 26,27,28 Care of the Camera . . . . . . . 29 & & 30 Camera Accessories . . . . . . . . . . 31 Viewing Accessories . . . . . . . . . .
THE “FILM MISER” LENS SHIFT 69 Stereo Pairs 37 Stereo Pairs from a from a 36-exposure magazine. 20-exposure magazine. THIS IS HOW IT WORKS Your first 19 stereo pairs, in a 20-exp. roll, alternate along the bottom half of the film. Then, you turn the Shift Knob to “B”. This locks the lenses in a raised position and transforms the Winding Knob into a “Re-winding Knob”. You then take 18 stereo pairs along the top half of the film.
EXPOSURE --THE FULL STORY CALCULATOR BASED ON FRONT-LIGHTED SUBJECTS SUBJECT COLOR For dark complexions, dark foliage, subjects in light shade, etc. U s e this mark for most subjects nd when in doubt. For clouds, foaming water, delicate flesh tones, white buildings, etc. NOTE: Use DARK or beyond for heavy shade. Use LIGHT or beyond for snow or beach scenes.
EXPOSURE --THE FULL STORY CORRECT EXPOSURE MAKES THE PICTURE! UNDEREXPOSED COLORS DARKENED CORRECT COLORS BRIGHT AND TRUE OVEREXPOSED COLORS FADED OUT You have learned the EASY METHOD. Now you want to learn more about Exposure-more abdut your Personal Camera. 1.
3. BOTH DIALS CONTROL THE CENTER DIAL TO CALCULATE CORRECT EXPOSURE When you MATCH these lines for SKY and SUBJECT, OS shown on page 20, you move the Dials to ONE C O M B I N A T I O N of Shutter Speed and Lens Opening that gives CORRECT EXPOSURE. 4, MANY COMBINATIONS GIVE THE SAME EXPOSURE Set these Dial Settings on your camera. Notice that both give the same exposure -MATCH the same lines. 1/100 sec. 0 at f’4 1/25 sec. e at f/8 q q gives a lot of light for a short time.
f/16 f/11 q n for EXTRA CLOSE-UPS 6b. HOW TO CHOOSE SHUTTER SPEEDS 1/50 for MOST Stops some action i Tak SHOTS camera movement 0 76 5 1/100 to STOP ACTION 0 1/10 1/15 1/25 @ @ 0 BULB R E V I E W 0 0 l/100 m ~E~~~~r 4 EE-$?iZi$ F$Z g; ~11~ By holding shutter open for 80 secs. at f/l 1 you can take a color shot in THESE i ordinary room light.
FLASH PICTURES FLASH ATTACHMENT for the n Enables YOU to take wonderful flash pictures. n Calculates correct exposure with an optical rangefinder. n dial Has simple oneoperation. n Uses low east midget flash bulbs. n Equipped with plastic Flash Guard. n Takes action, color shots anytime, anywhere. FOUR STEPS TO PERFEC T 1.
FLASH PICTURES 2. SET INNER FLASH DIAL TO GUIDE NUMBER Each combination of film, flash bulb and shutter speed has its own GUIDE NUMBER. See flash bulb carton for details. For example: 57 is the Guide Number for SM bulbs and Type A or Tungsten color film. 3 . TURN FLASH DIAL TO MATCH SPLIT IMAGE This measures the distance and automatically divides it into the GUIDE NUMBER. The result you read on the edge of the FLASH DIAL is a LENS OPENING. MATCH ED 4.
PICTURE TAKING 1. HOLD THE CAMERA RIGHT Grip firmly, thumbs upright along camera back. Press against face for steadiness. Press shutter button with right index finger. Keep left index finger under filter ring -do not block the lens. How NOT to hold the camera 2. SQUEEZE THE SHUTTER Jabbing the Shutter Button will jar camera causing blurred pictures. “Squeeze off” each picture by tightening whole right hand. an unloaded camera. 3.
PICTURE TAKING m 4. USE VIEWFINDER CORRECTLY Put your eye ‘“” about ½ inch 1 from the Viewfinder eyepiece. 4 THIS 5. COMPOSE YOUR PICTURE CAREFULLY I Keep the picture simple. Do not center your subject. __ %G~EI -4 Watch your backgrounds. Make action and lines lead into the picture. Do not amputate your friends.
PlCTURE TAKING 6. CENTER THE LEVEL BUBBLE TO LEVEL HORIZONTAL LINES. 0 Don’t photograph varticrls. You will have to view them like this. 7. CHECK YOUR FILTERS * COLOR COWERSION FILTERS Black Printing-Correct Filter Choice Red Printing-A Filter Mistake 8. THE SUN AND FLASH FOR YOUR BEST PICTURES. a. THE SUN-When the sun is out and the sky is blue, you will get scenic pictures full of brilliant color and sparkling detail.
CARE OF THE CAMERA 1. PROTECT FROM DROPPING, HARD KNOCKS, RAIN, ETC. Your View-Master Personal Camera is all-metal, ond durably built but one fall could put it out of action. A carrying case is the best protection you can give your camera. 2. DON’T “MUSCLE” THE MOVING PARTS! All the dials and knobs will turn easily or not at all. 3. CHECK LENGTH OF Y ‘OUR TRIPOD SCREW. If over ¼ long, file it do wn before screwing it into your camera. THIS LOCKS FOR FIRM SUPPORT.
CARE OF THE CAMERA 4. KEEP GLASS SURFACES CLEAN With CLEAN Lenses and Filters With DIRTY Lenses and Filters TO CLEAN LENSES . . . Use only a soft brush! FRONT LENS-Remove protective filter and hold shutter open to”BULB”. REAR LENS-Open camera bock and set Lens Opening Dial to f/3.5. TO CLEAN FILTERS . . . Remove dust by brushing or blowing. Then breathe-on filter and polish with lens tissue or chamois. TO CLEAN VIEWFINDER , . . Wrap chamois or lens tissue on o paper match.
CAMERA ACCESSORIES by B CLOSE-UP ATTACHMENTS-24” and 36” models. Prism lenses give “natural” close-up pictures. With case. CAMERA CARRYING CASE -Top grade cowhide. Detachable, drop front. “STEREO-MATIC 500” 3-D PROJECTOR -Twin-lensed, die-cast aluminum stereo projector. Matched, f/3.0 anastigmat lenses project 5O-inch. 3-D, full-color image. 500-watt. split-beam illumination insures balanced lighting. Automatically focuses when images are registered on screen. Blower-cooled. Carrying case available.
7 &REELS-T~~ prtented 7-scene mounts that make stereo photography easy and economical. Die-formed pockets. See page 15. FILM pairs Makes curate CUTTER-Die cuts stereo for the Personal Reel. stereo mounting fast, acand fun. See Page 15. FILM INSERTER-for safe, quick and easy Reel mounting. STEREOSCOPE -Compact, durable, easy to operate viewer. i:,“;, ‘I-scene View-Master Lever scene changing. . Model S-l PROJECTOR (NonStereo) -Cast aluminum body. F/3.0, coated Anastigmat lens. Brilliant 36-inch image.
