Asahi Pentax PC-335AF Instruction Manual
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1. positioned upward then gently depress shutter release R Self timer The self timer is a useful supplementary aid in combination with a tripod whenever the photographer wishes to include himself in the picture a family group photo or with friends 1 The self timer may be set by pushing the lever in the direction indicated by the arrow When the photograph has been taken with the self timer the lever should be returned to the original position 2 Depress shutter release after the film has been wound on with the thumb wheel The self timer lamp red will light up after about 10 seconds the shutter will be released automatically Approximately 3 seconds prior to the actual shutter release the lamp will begin to flash intermittently along with a simultaneous intermittent electronic audible beep indicating that the shutter will be released in a few seconds This lamp also tights up for an instant when the shutter is released during normal photography Flash not used Attaching the neck strap Put one end of the neck strap into the hook and tie it securely as illustrated This strap has been provided to offer handy portability when carrying the camera x Soft cases e As optional accessories there are two kinds of soft cases available for your PC35AF as illustrated The type S can contain only the camera while the type L the camera fitted with the PC35 Winder Soft C2. 1 Insertion of Batteries The electronic system of your Pentax 2 Fit two batteries into the chamber as PC35AF operates on two 1 5V mini batteries indicated they should be fitted as shown Alkaline battery AAA Note the and markings provided Caution NiCd batteries can not be used 3 Close the cover by pushing it back 1 Open the battery chamber cover located at the base of the camera by sliding it in the direction of the arrow use fingernail in the groove to push the cover PENTAX LENS termes PENTAX t The new Pentax PC35AF is a compactly designed 35mm Auto Exposure programmed shutter incorporating completely focus free operation the outstanding _ feature of the built in auto focus system In addition it features a built in electronic flash unit for use where there is insufficient light or to fill in dark areas and other similar situations With the inclusion of the optional automatic film winding unit you can capture a change of mood or expression in a moment truly a camera worthy of the serious and amateur photographer ees This manual has been provided in order that you will be able to enjoy the new Pentax 1T PC35AF to gain maximum advantage from its advanced design It is recommended that the contents be read over very carefully in order that with the camera you may produce the best pictures possible 2 eee 1 Insertion of Batteries X Exposure compensation X Flash p
3. The Pentax PC35AF is a highly developed precision instrument Care must be taken to avoid dropping the camera or striking it against a solid object wall bookcase etc Should this happen it is recommended that the camera be taken to one of the nearest Pentax service facilities for detailed inspection of any possible mechanical damage 2 Dust dirt and other foreign objects appearing on the lens viewfinder or the auto focusing windows should be removed as soon as possible for it will interfere with the performance of your camera It is recommended that a commercial lens blower or brush available at camera dealers be employed This means is normally sufficient to accomplish simple cleaning Smudges such as fingerprints should be wiped off carefully by using a soft lens tissue or cotton cloth impregnated with a mild lens cleaning liquid compound 3 Solvents such as thinners or alcohol should not be used to clean the components seepage may cause irreparable damage to the special lens sealing and adhesive compound between the glass 4 If the camera gets wet the camera should be wiped by using a soft dry cloth Following lengthy seashore use the camera should be carefully cleaned again using a soft cloth preferably cotton to remove the salt traces 5 Cameras should not be subjected to high temperatures and humidity For example A car interior or its trunk compartment is often subjected to a high degree of heat It is also possibl
4. ase S 32 HA AA EHA 25 3 3h FH HA HA 23 A HA Soft Case L Tips in taking good photographs e Keep your back to the sunlight with the subject frontlit and depress shutter button gently e Use the built in flash often Use it at parties family get togethers and other activities where the lighting leaves much to be desired for picture taking Avoid having highly reflective background when using flash such as glass or metals The self timer can add much pleasure to your picture taking use it often The Pentax PC35AF self timer possesses a 10 second delayed shutter release mechanism Confirm that the film has been wound prior to setting the self timer e Make maximum use of the highly efficient exposure compensation contro to obtain satisfying pictures under adverse conditions such as people against a highly reflective window a bright sky at the seaside in fine weather or even against a background of snow and many other similar situations SPECIFICATIONS 3 Type 35mm leaf shutter camera featuring auto focus control and built in flash unit Film 35mm film Picture size 24 X 36mm Lens Pentax 35mm f 2 8 5 element in 5 group configuration angle of view 63 minimum focusing distance 0 7m Focusing Infrared Active Auto Focus System equipped with focus lock and an auto focus control range from 0 7m to infinity Shutter Programmed AE electronic shutter wi
5. ck the auto focus windows lens Camera holding It is important to hold the camera properly in order to take blur free photos Practice holding and operating the camera before inserting your first roll of film The illustrations show the basic holding positions No matter which position you use be sure to grip the camera steadily with both Less than 0 7m metering cell flash head etc found at the front of the camera with your hands or d other objects it will interfere with the light entering the camera causing a false reading hands hold the camera gently against the face in a fixed pasition and relax the rest of your body in a secure posture Brace the elbow of the arm supporting the camera against your body Always press the shutter release button gently 5 Exposure compensation Care should be taken when photographing people under back light situations where the sun or a bright sky or a window is behind the subject for the Pentax PC35AF auto exposure system will tend to underexpose the subject To compensate for this type of situation the shutter should be released while simultaneously keeping the exposure compensation button depressed the subjects will then be exposed as close as possible to normal Compensated Flash photography Partially depress shutter button should the beep warning activate and be accompanied by the simultaneous lighting of the ORANGE lamp in the upper sec
6. ctor closed when loading film 1 To open the camera back raise the film rewind crank as shown and pull it further pressure will release the camera back s locking Film chamber Film guide rails Sprocket O Slot Slot claw 2 Place the film cartridge in the film chamber as illustrated and depress film rewind crank Should crank be prevented from returning to its original position turn it slightly while pushing at the same time Draw the film leader across the back inserting it into one of the slots located within the film take up spool Confirm that the film perforation is engaged by the slot claw Slightly turning the thumb wheel confirm that film is correctly moving in alignment between the two guide rails T7 Shooting 1 Center your subject within the auto focus frame in the middle of the viewfinder 2 After winding film partially depress the shutter button Confirm that the GREEN lamp is tit in the upper section of the viewfinder which indicates a faster shutter speed suitable for hand held shooting 3 Continue to depress the shutter and the distance needle indicator moves with a hissing sound Further depressing will complete picture exposure Should the lamp in the upper part of the viewfinder be unlit proper exposure is not guaranteed The auto focus control of Pentax PC35AF operates for the subject within the auto focus frame e Partly depr
7. ess the shutter button and the needle indicator automatically moves along the zone focusing marks according to the camera subject distance The zone markers indicate the camera subject distance involved as follows amp a distance of approx 0 8m fh a distance of approx 1 5m iA infinity e When the needle indicator wavers in the area of amp frame the subject so that it is located within the short distance compensation indicator 2 lit it is a warning that the shutter speed is too slow causing possible camera shake and that insufficient light is being registered In this event use of the flash is recommended refer to Flash Photography found in the back of this operating manual The auto focusing system is highly accurate and reliable for ordinary photographic requirements However under certain conditions the auto focusing system may be confused For example When the zone focusing marker and the known subject distance indicate an obvious discrepancy to a large degree then the subject distance cannot be accurately measured by the electronic system of Pentax PC35AF Additional information and possible remedies can be found under Difficult auto focusing subjects situations in this manual Ifyou hear a beep and the ORANGE lamp is deevecvvevecsece 4 Auto focus frame O Field of view frame Short distance compensation indicator Distance needle indicator Zone focu
8. expressly agreed that the liability of the manufacturer or its representatives under all guarantees or warranties whether expressed or implied is strictly limited to the replacement of parts as hereinbefore provided Procedure during 12 month Warranty Period Any Pentax which proves defective during the 12 month warranty period should be returned to the dealer from whom you purchased the equipment or to the manufacturer If there is no representative of the manufacturer in your Country send the equipment to the manufacturer with postage prepaid In this case it will take a considerable length of time before the equipment can be returned to you owing to the complicated customs procedures required in Japan in importing and re exporting photographic equipment If the equipment is covered by warranty repairs will be made and parts replaced free of charge and the equipment will be returned to you upon completion of servicing If the equipment is not covered by warranty regular charges of the manufacturer or of its representatives will apply Shipping charges are to be borne by the owner If your Pentax was purchased outside of the country where you wish to have serviced during the warranty period regular handling and servicing fees may be charged by the manufacturer s representatives in that country Notwithstanding this your Pentax returned to the manufacturer will be serviced free of charge according to this procedure and warranty policy In any case h
9. hotography 2 Opening Closing Lens Protector X Self timer aB Status Check X Focus locking technique 3 Battery Status ec pe ean neck cee bjects situations The lens protector may be opened by pushing locked at the same time 2 Film Speed Setting Tips in taking good photographs protector release in the direction of the arrow e While holding the camera even a slight X PC35 Winder To close push protector back locking same In pushing back of the lens protector would Film Loading its original position activate the built in safety device locking the shutter button This is to avoid possible amp Unloading Film E Preventive camera maintenance With the protector closed a safety device vignetting a Specifications prevents accidental firing of the shutter 7 Shooting E Warranty policy similarly the flash pop up release is also Description of Components Thumb wheel Exposure counter Shutter release button Self timer lever Auto focus windows Exposure compensation button Viewfinder Flash head Winder contact terminal Winder screw receptacle Neck strap hook Winder guide pin hole Lens protector release Self timer lamp Metering cell Taking lens Lens protector Flash ready lamp Viewfinder eyepiece Back cover Battery chamber cover Fiash pop up release Tripod receptacle Film rewind button Film speed iever Film rewind crank Back cover re
10. lease 3 Battery Status Check After opening the lens protector battery status can be checked by covering the metering cell with the hand as illustrated and partially depressing the shutter release button The ORANGE indicator wilt glow continuously accompanied by a beeping sound when normal voltage is available the lamp may be seen in the upper section of the viewfinder Battery status is also known by another method in a brightly lit place partially depress the shutter button without covering the metering cell with the hand and if the GREEN lamp lights there is no problem with the batteries e Insert both batteries properly according to the indicated and markings e When replacing batteries by type brand new or old they should not be mixed as by doing so poor results may be the outcome It is recommended that the batteries are removed from the camera if it is not used for a long time Leaving batteries in the camera may result in acid leakage and possible damage to the camera mechanism 4 Film Speed Setting Align the index red line of the film speed lever with the corresponding film speed ASA ISO of film being used 2 50 10 ASA ISO geet A 2 ar 3240 6480 15160 20 320 e Film speed is indicated on film package re H las ISO 100 21 ASA 100 21DIN 5 Film Loading Avoid if at all possible loading film in direct sunlight Keep lens prote
11. llowing focus lock procedure is recommended 1 Center your subject for focusing within the auto focus frame of the viewfinder Partially depress the shutter button which will freeze the focus temporarily Confirm position of the zone focusing marker indicator in the viewfinder While shutter button is partially depressed frame your picture and then release the shutter With the shutter button partially depressed focus control is frozen at the position of the indicator within the zone focusing marker area Focusing will be unlocked when pressure upon the button is released After depressing the shutter button partially if you remove your finger from the shutter button in order to stop taking a photograph the shutter button may remain depressed In that event further depress the shutter button and release the shutter The button will then return to the original position X Difficult auto focusing subjects situations Although the Pentax PC35AF auto focusing system is extremely accurate and reliable certain difficult situations will create problems for the system unless compensation is provided A common solution will be to focus upon a subject located near the actual subject being photographed and freeze the distance Then move position the camera to point con sidered best for framing purposes Some typical problems which may be encountered when the following subjects situations are within the viewfinder s aut
12. o focus frame 1 Non reflective objects dark hair or a black telephone which possess poor reflective qualities 2 Wire netting latticework and an iron exercise bar all with minimal light reflecting qualities 3 When fluorescent lamps T V sets sunlight coming through the trees or strong backlighting conditions are found in and around the auto focus frame 4 Glass panelling mirrors and or a car body aill possessing strong reflective qualities 5 Trains and cars and other fast moving objects 6 Water jets water surfaces smoke flame fire works and other vaguely shaped objects e Automated flash control range ASA ISO 100 film 0 7 to 4m ASA ISO 400 film 1 4to6m e Number of cassette rol films possible Approx 100 flashes with a fresh set of alkaline batteries at normal temperature and humidity Precautions In flash photography partial depressing of shutter button will light the GREEN lamp in the viewfinder However use flash after confirmation of the flash ready lamp before releasing the shutter Should the shutter be released before the flash ready lamp is lit it may cause underexposed pictures darker results The flash head must be pushed back into the camera when not required if left as it is the batteries will continue to drain depleting them and shortening their life In taking vertical photographs the camera should be held with the flash head
13. ompensation button Flash Built in pop up flash head type with lever control camera s electrical circuitry automatically synchronizes for flash use mode Flash is not operable while lens protector is closed and flash head will not pop up Flash ready display By ORANGE lamp next to viewfinder eyepiece Guide number 11 ASA SO 100 m Flash coupling range 0 7 to 4m w ASA ISO 100 film 1 4 to6m ASA ISO 400 Recycling interval Approx 8 sec utilizing fresh set of AAA batteries Number of flash Approx 100 flashes by the time when the flash is recycled with the interval of 30 secs Size amp weight 116 w X 66 5 h X 45 5 d mm 275g without batteries Accessories Neck strap A set of fresh batteries is sufficient to power the Pentax PC35AF for one year when using it in normal photography and at normal temperature Should this camera be utilized at a lower temperature however battery ability accordingly lowers In that event take some measure to keep the batteries warm The Pentax PC35AF mechanism is specially devised to operate in the temperature range of approx 50 C to 10 C X PC35 Winder An optional accessory to enable motorized automatic film winding when it is fitted to the PC35AF This also serves as a camera grip for easier holding Powered by two alkaline batteries it also offers singie frame film advance DANTAX LENO ET PENTAX gt PREVENTIVE CAMERA MAINTENANCE
14. on 35 Inverness Drive East Englewood Colorado 801 12 U S A Pentax Canada Inc 1760 West 3rd Avenue Vancouver B C V6J 1K5 CANADA Asahi Optical Brasileira Ind a Com Ltda Rua Capit o Antonio Rosa 376 Sala 121 Ed PBK S80 Paulo BRASIL 06336 ENG Copyright Asahi Optical Co Ltd 1982 11 83 Printed in Japan
15. owever shipping charges and customs clearance fees are to be borne by the sender To prove the date of your purchase when required please keep the receipts or bills covering the purchase of your equipment for at least a year Before sending your equipment for servicing please make sure that you are sending it to the manufacturer s authorized representatives or their accredited repair shops unless you are sending it directly to the manufacturer Always obtain a quotation of the service charge and only after you accept the quoted service charge instruct the service station to proceed with the servicing This warranty policy does not apply to Pentax products purchased in the U S A U K or Canada The local warranty policies available from Pentax distributors in those countries supersede this warranty policy Specifications are subject to change without notice Asahi Optical Co Ltd C P 0 895 Tokyo 100 91 JAPAN Asahi Optical Europe N V Weivetdtaan 3 5 1930 Zaventem Zuid 7 BELGIUM Pentax Handelsgesellschaft mbH Postfach 54 0169 2000 Hamburg 64 WEST GERMANY Pentax U K Limited Pentax House South Hill Avanue South Harrow Middlesex HA2 OLT U K Pentax France S A 72 76 rue Paul Vaillant Couturier 92300 Levallois Perret FRANCE Pentax Schweiz AG Industriestrasse 2 8305 Dietlikon ZH EN Pentax Svenska AB Hornsgatan SOA 11721 Stockholm SWEDE Pentax Nederland Spinveid 26 4815 HR Breda THE NETHERLANDS Pentax Corporati
16. sing marker GREEN ORANGE lamp 3 When film has engaged properly confirm that film is flat as illustrated otherwise raise film rewind crank and turn it slightly in the direction of the arrow to take up any slack then return the crank to its original position 4 Close the back cover until it locks with a click sound 5 Film advance must be continued by means of the advancing wheel until exposure counter registers as illustrated Advance automatically halts when the first frame is ready for exposure You may now begin to take photographs e The film should be rewound after exposing the last frame and the cassette removed Untoading film in direct sunlight should be avoided if at all possible 1 When the last frame has been exposed felt by a slight tautness during film advance depress film rewind button found at the camera base slack 2 Raise the film rewind crank and turn in the direction of the indicated arrow Continue to turn the crank until a sudden tension release is felt Then turn a few additional times until crank moves freely Pull the film rewind crank to open the back cover Then remove the film cassette Recommended camera subject distance with the system e For best possible results operate at a camera subject distance of 0 7m to 9 infinity Focusing cannot be satisfactorily accomplishe at the shorter distances of less than 0 7m o Do not blo
17. th variable speeds of approx 1 8 to 1 430 sec Self timer Electronic equipped with an electronic audible beep and an additional lamp indicator Time delay of approximately 10 secs 3 sec prior to shutter release warning incorporated w shutter button activation Viewfinder Albada type bright frame finder field of view 85 0 5x magnification Viewfinder display Picture frame auto focusing frame parallax compensation indicator for short distance zone focusing markers distance indicator needle battery check display and camera shake warning indicator Camera shake warning device Audible electronic signal with simultaneous ORANGE lamp lighting in viewfinder Film wind Thumb wheel w winding angle of 360 Film counter Automatic zero reset normal count 0 20 24 and 36 color orange coded indications Film rewinding Crank winding and film rewinding button reset automatically Exposure meter Programmed auto exposure control utilizing CdS cell light detector light measuring range from EV6 approx 1 8 sec at 2 8 to EV17 approx 1 430 sec at f 17 with ASA ISO 100 film Film speed range ASA ISO 25 400 Exposure metering switch By shutter button Shutter button does not operate while lens protector is closed Power supply Two 1 5V mini batteries Alkaline batteries AAA NiCd batteries are not compatible and must not be used Exposure compensation Exposure compensation of 1 5 steps possible by depressing c
18. tion of the viewfinder TATA this indicates a lack of sufficient light and the a ssa possibility of camera shake due to the slow when not in use shutter speed involved The incorporated flash unit of the camera will help to overcome this problem by compensating for the poor light Ignoring the special warning mechanism provided and depressing the shutter will cause camera shake due to the slow shutter speed and or under exposed pictures 1 Push flash pop up release found at ready lamp to stay on for several seconds for the camera base the flash will spring a full charge When the flash unit is no up into place and automatically begin to longer required simply depress the head charge into the camera body it will lock automatically 2 Prior to making exposures allow the flash and return the camera to normal mode Utilize flash as a supplementary light source in taking photographs in the daylight In photographing a person people appearing in the shade under trees heavy foliage etc without the use of flash assisted synchronization the face s of subjects appear somewhat darker in the final photograph Flash synchronization will help greatly in lighting up the dark areas of the face and rendering a pleasing overall photographic result to the subject X Focus locking technique When subject s appear outside the auto focus framing of the viewfinder the main subjects get out of focus to remedy the situation the fo
19. y damaging to store your camera in a cabinet or closet containing certain chemicals insecticides such as naphthaline for any length of time 6 Should the camera be subjected to immersion in water salt water or fresh water for example by being dropped into a lake or the ocean the unit will malfunction or at worst become irreparable It is recommended that the camera be brought into the nearest Pentax servicing facility for a thorough inspection and possible repair overhaul as soon as possible WARRANTY POLICY All Pentax cameras purchased through authorized bona fide photographic distribution channels are guaranteed against defects of material or workmanship for a period of twelve months from date of purchase Service will be rendered and defective parts will be replaced without cost to you within that period provided the equipment has not been abused altered or operated contrary to instruction Because the tolerances quality and design compatibility of lenses other than Pentax lenses are beyond our control damage caused by use of such lenses wilt not be covered by this warranty policy The manufacturer or its authorized representatives shall not be liable for any repair or alterations except those made with its written consent and shall not be liable for damages from delay or loss of use or from other indirect or consequential damages of any kind whether caused by defective material or workmanship or otherwise and it is
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