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Canon AE-1 - Lens Signal Coupling Explained

Canon AE-1
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Lens Signal Coupling
Aperture Signal Lever
This lever transmits the actual f/stop to
the exposure meter. It
is
coupled to the
aperture ring.
Full Aperture Signal Pin
This pin transmits
a
signal indicating
the maximum aperture of the lens.
Automatic Aperture Lever
This lever closes down the aperture,
coupled with the stopped-down coupling
lever.
EE
Switch Pin
This pin protrudes when the aperture ring
is locked at the
"A"
mark. In this position,
it
transmits a signal for
AE
photography.
ReSe~e Pin
This pin
is
designed for use with ac-
cessories that may be developed in the future.
~(gna~
f
Lever
Pin
l
Pin