Minolta XG-M - Automatic Exposure Control; Automatic Operation Mode

SELF-TIMER
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The electronic self-timer built into your
XG-M can be used to delay release of the
shutter for about 10 seconds after actuation.
To operate it;
1. Advance the film.
2. With the shutter-speed/function selector is at
any setting other than '"B/' move the self-
timer switch in the direction of the arrow.
3. Depress the operating button. The blinking
light on the front of the camera will indicate
the delay has been started. Approximately
2.5 secs, before the exposure is made, .the
indicator will blink faster to signal the end
of the delay. You may cancel the self-timer
by moving the main switch to "OFF",
NOTES
• After using the self-timer be sure to move
the self-timer switch to its off position.
• In automatic mode the self-timer will cancel
if exposure conditions exceed the upper
range of the metering system. Operation will
resume when aperture or other conditions
are adjusted so that exposure conditions are
within metering range.
40 REWSlMDSr^G AND UNLOADING FILM
1. Push the rewind button.
2. Unfold the rewind crank and turn it in the
direction indicated by the arrow on it until
the red Safe Load Signal bar moves out of
the window to the left. You will then feel
tension on the film Increase and disappear,
and the crank will turn freely.