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General| Film format | 35mm |
|---|---|
| Type | 35mm rangefinder camera |
| Focus | Manual focus |
| Flash | Hot shoe |
| Battery | PX625 mercury battery (discontinued) |
Details the revolutionary and simple film loading mechanism using the QL device.
Explains the accurate EE mechanism with a highly sensitive CdS exposure meter.
Highlights the quality Canon lenses (F1.7, F1.9, F2.5) with multi-layered coating.
Explanation of the viewfinder's needle and arrow marks for exposure.
Procedure for inserting the mercury battery into the compartment.
Correct placement of the central contact of the mercury battery.
Procedure for inserting the 35mm film cartridge into the mechanism.
Instructions for inserting the film cartridge and securing the rewind knob.
Explanation of the safety lock device preventing incorrect exposure settings.
Procedure for releasing the safety lock for slower speeds or manual settings.
How to achieve correct focus by aligning images in the viewfinder.
Procedure for adjusting shutter speed when EE exposure is incorrect.
Explains how the needle indicates light strength and exposure conditions.
How to adjust shutter speed when the needle indicates under exposure.
How to adjust shutter speed when the needle indicates over exposure.
Procedure for when the needle doesn't reach the correct exposure range.
Using the rewind crank to rewind the exposed film into the cartridge.
How aperture controls light and affects exposure, with numerical values.
Setting the shutter speed ring to the B index mark for long exposures.
Action to wind film and press shutter for continuous exposure.
Turning the self-timer lever and winding the film advance lever.
Attaching the flash unit to the accessory shoe and inserting the cord.
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