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Minolta Freedom Zoom Explorer EX 35mm Point and Shoot Camera
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1. b Gro Look through the viewfinder and press the W side of the zoom control to move toward wide angle or the T side to move toward telephoto Do not hold the lens barrel focus may not be accurate Make sure your subject is at lease 0 4 m 16 in from the camera Align your subject within the focus frame and press the shutter release button partway down press the shutter release button all the way down to take the picture The flash will automatically fire in low light The film automatically advances to the next frame When the green focus lamp glows gently Close framing Guides When your subject is closer than 1 2m 4 ft at 75mm first lock focus on your subject by pressing the shutter release button partway down then recompose your picture within the close framing guides If the green focus lamp blinks your subject is closer than the minimum focusing distance of 0 4m 16 in and will not be in focus The shutter cannot be released If the subject is very close to the camera the green focus lamp will glow but the picture will not be in focus When your subject is located outside the focus frame you can first lock focus on your subject then recompose the picture as desired Align the subject within the focus frame and press the shutter release button partway down until the green focus lamp glows Without lifting your fing
2. Explorer MINOLTA FREEDOM ZOOM EX 95W RIVA ZOOM Cnn E Instruction Manual Thank you for your purchase of a Minolta camera This camera is equipped with functions to suit all your photographic needs Before using your new camera please take the time to read through this instruction manual for it contains information important to the proper use and care of your camera FOR PROPER AN FE USE Read and understand all warnings and cautions before using this product A WARNING Batteries may become hot or explode due to improper use Use only the batteries specified in this instruction manual Do not install the batteries with the polarity reversed Do not subject batteries to fire or high temperatures Do not attempt to recharge short or disassemble Tape over lithium battery contacts before disposal Follow local codes for battery disposal Use caution accidents may occur when using this product near young children Keep batteries or things that could be swallowed away from young children Contact a doctor immediately if an object is swallowed Immediately remove the batteries and discontinue use if the camera is dropped or subjected to an impact in which the interior is exposed the product emits a strange smell heat or smoke The lens retracts when the camera is turned off or Auto Power Off is activated Touching the lens barrel while it is retracting m
3. s fully automatic operation to suit the oS o gt a subject It provides optimal camera settings for close ups Close up W portraits at night Night Portrait g and distant subjects or night scenes o sO Landscape Night View Press the subject program selector until the gt pointer is above the desired indicator 4 After taking a picture in one of the subject program modes the camera will return to full auto mode fal A CLOSE UP MODE This mode enables you to take pictures of subjects as close as 40cm 16 in Press the subject program selector until the pointer is above J The lens will automatically zoom to 75mm but any focal length can be used in close up mode Align your subject within the focus frame then press the shutter release button partway down until the green focus lamp glows Without lifting your finger recompose the picture so your subject is aligned within the close framing guides then press the shutter release button all the way down to take the picture Night portrait mode sets a slow shutter speed to correctly expose a dark background such as a sunset or night scene while flash properly exposes the foreground Press the subject program selector until the pointer is above 24 Use of a tripod is recommended Manual fill flash or manual fill flash with red eye red
4. similar object Insert the battery according to the and marks inside the battery chamber and snap the cover closed Before removing an old battery make sure the camera is off LOW BATTERY SYMBOL If the blinking low battery symbol appears in the data panel with the other indicators you can still use the camera but the battery will have to be replaced soon If the blinking low battery symbol appears alone date model only the date time display with the blinking low battery symbol you cannot use the camera until you replace the battery The shutter cannot be released step LOADING THE FILM 35 mm Film for Color Prints Use only 35mm DX coded film rated ISO 25 to 3200 ISO 400 or higher is recommended for taking telephoto photographs or pictures in low light Do not use Polaroid instant 35mm film Winding problems may occur Slide the back cover release down to open the back cover and place the film cartridge into the film chamber Always load and unload the film in subdued light Extend the film tip to the FILM TIP mark making sure it lays flat Close the back cover The film automatically advances to the first frame and appears in the data panel If the film has been loaded improperly amp will blink in the data panel and the shutter will remain locked Open the back cover and repeat the loading procedure
5. ay cause injury Do not disassemble Electric shock may occur if a high voltage circuit inside the camera is touched Take your camera to a Minolta Service Facility when repairs are required OPERATING TEMPERATURE AND CONDITIONS This camera is designed for use for 10 to 40 C 14 to 104 F At colder temperatures the data panel response time will be slow at higher temperatures the display will temporarily darken but will restore when the temperature normalizes Never subject your camera to extreme humidity To prevent condensation from forming place the camera in a sealed plastic bag when bringing it from the cold exterior to a warm building Allow it to come to room temperature before removing it from the bag When photographing in cold weather we recommend that you keep the camera and spare batteries inside your coat to keep them warm when you are not shooting Cold batteries will regain some of their charge when they warm up This camera is not waterproof dust proof or sand proof take care when using it at the beach or near water Costly or irreparable damage may occur Minolta Co Ltd 3 13 2 Chome Azuchi Machi Chuo Ku Osaka 541 8556 Japan Minolta GmbH Kurt Fischer Strasse 50 D 22923 Ahrensburg Germany Minolta France S A 365 Route de Saint Germain F 78420 Carrieres Sur Seine France Minolta UK Limited 7 Tanners Drive Blakelands Milton Keynes MK14 5BU England Minolta Austria Ges m b H Amaliens
6. e party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations European Union concerning interference causing equipment regulations CE stands for C This mark on your camera certifies that this camera meets the requirements of the EU Conformit Eur
7. e with backlit subjects Battery cover Bright light or reflections entering the viewfinder may affect the camera s meter reading Release button Press the self timer drive mode button until 6 appears in the data panel Point the remote control toward the front of the camera and press either the Release or Delay button Release The remote control lamp on the camera blinks once then the picture is taken Delay The remote control lamp on the camera blinks twice then the picture is taken To cancel remote control mode press the self timer drive mode button until 6 disappears or turn the camera off USING FOCUS HOLD IN REMOTE CONTROL MODE With the camera in remote mode center the focus frame on the subject then press the shutter release button partway down Recompose the picture then use the remote control normally Focus will remain locked after the picture is taken To cancel focus hold turn the camera off CHANGING THE BATTERY The remote control uses a 3V lithium battery CR2032 Pull out the battery chamber and remove the old battery Insert a new battery into the chamber with its side up then slide the chamber back into the remote control ri Ss lt SUBJECT PROGRAM SELECTION u ese FOR OWNERS OF THE DATE MODEL Subject Program Selection allows you to tailor the camera
8. er recompose the picture then press the shutter release button all the way down to take the picture REWINDING THE FILM Step4 FULL AUTO OPERATION LID o gt Press the ON OFF button to turn the camera on The flash will pop up and the lens barrel will extend Press the ON OFF button to turn the camera off To conserve power the camera automatically turns off if it is not operated for more than eight minutes The lens barrel and flash will retract Do not obstruct the lens while it is retracting The film will rewind automatically after the last frame has been exposed When amp appears and blinks in the data panel maia __ DATE o cy Os open the back cover and remove the film MODE SEL ADJ D If rewind stops before the film has been completely rewound and all indicators blink DO NOT OPEN THE BACK COVER Insert a fresh battery then press the rewind button MANUAL REWIND LY To begin rewind before the end of the roll turn the camera on and gently press the rewind button using a pen or similar object es USING THE BUILT IN FLASH 4 SELF TIMER Autoflash mode 4 autoflash with red eye At reduction 4 manual fill flash 4 or A flash cancel can be selected J e o 20 Q Press the flash mode button until the desired indicator appears in the da
9. h Back cover release Viewfinder window 10 Metering window 11 Lens 12 Self timer Remote control lamp 13 Autofocus windows Remote control receiver OONDOARWNA Do not touch BACK 14 Flash lamp orange 15 Focus lamp green 16 Viewfinder 17 ON OFF button 18 Zoom control 19 Battery cover 20 Strap eyelet 21 Tripod socket 22 Rewind button 23 Film window 24 Back cover 14 15 16 17 18 Flash mode indicator Self timer indicator 9 Film cartridge mark Continuous drive indicator 10 Landscape Night View mode Remote control indicator indicator Date Time display date model only 11 Night Portrait mode indicator Low battery symbol 12 Close up mode indicator Frame counter 13 Subject program pointer 8 Film transport signals NOORWONMA VIEWFINDER 1 Focus lamp green Glows Focus confirmed Blinks Subject too close 5 2 Flash lamp orange Glows Flash will fire Blinks quickly Flash charging Blinks slowly Camera shake warning Focus frame Close framing guides aw Step ATTACHING THE STRAP FULL AUTO OPERATION CONTINUED Attach the strap as shown Step INSERTING THE BATTERY Your camera uses one 3 volt CR123A or DL123 lt lithium battery to supply power for all camera operations Open the battery cover using a coin or
10. ion carefully or take test photographs Minolta is not responsible for any loss which may occur due to an equipment malfunction STORAGE When storing your camera for extended periods please follow these guidelines Store in a cool dry well ventilated area away from dust and chemicals such as moth balls For very long periods place the camera in an airtight container with a silica gel drying agent Before using after prolonged storage always check the camera s operation to make sure it is functioning properly QUESTIONS AND SERVICE If you have questions about your camera contact your local camera dealer or write to the Minolta distributor in your area Before shipping your camera for repair please contact an authorized Minolta Service Facility for details
11. op enne European Conformity NAMES OF PARTS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Lens 28 75mm f 3 5 8 9 power zoom lens with 4 elements in 4 groups Focusing 3 beam active infrared autofocus system with focus lock Focusing range 0 4m 16 in Close up 0 4m 1 0 16 in 3 3 ft Maximum magnification 1 4 3X Exposure Center weighted metering Metering range ISO 100 28mm EV 2 6 17 75mm EV 3 3 17 Film speed range Automatic setting for DX coded film ISO 25 3200 in 1EV steps Film transport Auto advance to first frame auto rewind auto threading manual start of rewind possible continuous drive 1 2 sec frame without flash Flash Retractable built in flash flashmatic with intensity control Recycling time approx 0 3 7 sec Range ISO 100 28mm 0 4 5 9m 16 in 19 4 ft 75mm 0 4 2 3m 16 in 7 5 ft Viewfinder Real image zoom Diopter subject at 3m 10 ft 1 diopter Battery One 3 volt CR123A or DL123A lithium battery Battery performance Approx 13 rolls 24 exp roll w 50 flash Dimensions 121 x 66 5 x 44mm 4 3 4 x 2 5 8x 1 3 4 in Weight 245g 8 64 oz Specifications are based on the latest information available at the time of printing and are subject to change without notice Shutter release button Date buttons DATE model only Data panel Subject program selector Self timer Drive mode button Flash mode button Flas
12. photographing people in low light Press the flash mode button until appears in the data panel then take the picture Before taking the picture warn your subjects that the flash will fire a few short bursts before the picture is taken The orange flash lamp will blink indicating preflash MANUAL FILL FLASH MODE 4 The flash will fire with every shutter release regardless of lighting This can be used to reduce harsh unflattering shadows on your subject s face or illuminate your subject when it is back lit Press the flash mode button until appears in the data panel then take the picture FLASH CANCEL MODE With flash cancel the flash will not fire This mode should be used when photographing twilight scenes or subjects that are beyond the flash range Press the flash mode button until appears in the data panel then take the picture When the flash is cancelled shutter speeds may be slow Placing your camera on a tripod is recommended The self timer delays release of the shutter for approximately 10 seconds after the shutter release button is pressed Place the camera on a tripod and press the self timer drive mode button until appears in the data panel Align your subject within the focus frame then press the shutter release button The self timer indicator in the data panel and the self time
13. r lamp will blink slowly during the countdown and blink rapidly just before the shutter releases Self timer is automatically cancelled after the shutter is 4 released v To stop the self timer press the self timer drive mode button Cancel the self timer operation by turning the camera off or pressing the self timer button until s disappears from the data panel H CONTINUOUS DRIVE MODE r 7 a In this mode the camera continuously takes AUTO 7 _ pictures and advances the film as long as the Meal Dar shutter release button is held down c Dax Press the self timer drive mode button until appears in the data panel Press the shutter release button down and hold Without flash the shutter will release every 1 2 seconds with flash the shutter will release when the flash is charged Continuous drive mode remains selected after you finish the series The subject program mode remains selected as long as you are pressing the shutter release button When you have finished a series the subject program selection is reset to auto REMOTE CONTROL SOLD SEPARATELY Emiitter window The optional IR Remote Control RC 3 allows GS Delay button remote camera operation up to 6 meters 19 7 feet away The remote control will not operat
14. ta panel The sequence is as shown 4 ato auto When you turn the camera on the built in flash is set to 4 autoflash or autoflash with red eye reduction whichever mode was last used lt 5 FLASH RANGE ISO 100 ISO 400 The range of the built in flash depends on the film speed and focal length you 28mm 0 4 5 9m 0 4 11 8m are using To ensure proper exposure 16 in 19 4 ft 16 in 38 7 ft make sure your subject is positioned 75mm 0 4 2 3m 0 4 4 6m within the flash range 16 in 7 5 ft 16 in 15 1 ft Do not hold the flash down the shutter may not release For vertically framed pictures hold the camera so the flash is on top FLASH LAMP While pressing the shutter release button partway down The orange flash lamp will glow whenever the built in flash is on When the orange flash lamp blinks slowly your scene is too dark for a sharp hand held picture Use flash or place the camera on a tripod When the orange flash lamp blinks rapidly the flash is charging Wait until it glows steadily then take the picture Flash recharge time is approximately 0 3 to 7 seconds AUTOFLASH MODE aro In autoflash mode the flash will fire in low light RED EYE REDUCTION MODE 4 In this flash mode the flash will fire a few short bursts before the main flash burst to reduce the red eye effect which occurs when
15. ting format Xo moea DATE The display will change as shown 97 22 mB 92297 22 999 zoj e ens Use the SELECT button to move between different parts of the displayed data The selected part will blink indicating that it is the data to be changed Eg 322a a Bo mea bare Ge Press the ADJUST button to change the data to the correct value Data continues changing as long as you hold down the button 97 2254 8 Po foro Ala __DATE MODE SEL In Time mode pressing the ADJUST button while the colon is blinking resets the second counter to 00 When all data is correct press the SELECT button until the data stops blinking Reset the time and date after changing the battery CARING FOR YOUR CAMERA CLEANING Keep the autofocus and metering windows clean or the focus and or exposure may not be accurate If the camera body is dirty gently wipe it clean with a soft clean dry cloth To clean the lens surface first brush away any dust or sand then if necessary moisten a lens tissue with lens cleaning fluid and gently wipe the lens in a circular motion starting from the center Never place lens fluid directly on the lens Never touch the lens surface with your fingers Never use alcohol or solvents to clean the camera BEFORE IMPORTANT EVENTS Check camera operat
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17. uction can be selected Align your subject within the focus frame and press the shutter release button partway down When the orange flash lamp and green focus lamp glow press the shutter release button all the way down to take the picture LANDSCAPE NIGHT VIEW MODE al In this mode focus is set to infinity It can be used to photograph night scenes ensure sharp focus for landscapes and other distant subjects and should be used when photographing through glass Press the subject program selector until the pointer is above a ro Mla PATE At twilight or night place your camera on a tripod to D O Ker avoid blur caused by camera shake Flash cancel is set and cannot be changed Compose your subject within the viewfinder then take the picture This feature enables you to record the date or time onto the lower right portion of the picture It has an automatic calendar through the year 2029 Imprinted data may be difficult to read if the area over which it is superimposed is bright or non uniform Do not use the data back when temperatures exceed the operating range of 0 to 40 C 32 to 104 F The data may not be imprinted on the last frame 1 2 3 1 MODE button 2 SELECT button DATE 3 ADJUST button HEED MODE SEL ADJ SETTING THE TIME AND DATE Press the MODE button to choose the data imprin
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