Olympus OM-2 - Page 41

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Q : Why is the automatic exposure shutter speed much
longer than indicated by the meter in the viewfinder?
A:
If film is not loaded, the shutter speed is much longer
than that indicated. If it is necessary to obtain a cor-
rect reading
without actually taking a picture , insert a
waste, undeveloped film
or the paper you find behind
the camera back at the purchase of your OM-2, into
the film position in the camera.
Q: Can I use the exposure compensation dial when the
slliector lever is set at the "MANUAL" position?
A: Yes.
If the exposure compensation dial is set for an
intentional over-
or under - exposure , that over- or
under - exposure will be achieved when the shutter
speed/F stop combination centers the meter needle
between the over- and under - exposure index marks in
the viewfinder. (See page 24 .)
Q: How can I remove dust from inside the viewfinder?
A:
After detach ing the Focusing Screen, blow away any
dust with an air blower- Never wipe the screen surface
with
cloth or paper. (See page 28.) If this does not
solve the problem, send your camera to an authorized
OLYMPUS Service Center .
Q: Is it normal for the microprism in the center of the
viewfinder to "shimmer" and darken?
A: Yes. This is natural when a lens with a maximum
aperture smaller than F5.6 is mounted on the camera.
It also happens with
other lenses when the depth of
field preview button is pressed.
Q: Why does the self-timer stop halfway without releasing
the shutter?
A: The lever will stop without releasing the shutter if th e
film has
not been fully advanced. Reset the self- timer
and make sure the film is fully advanced. The self-
timer lever plays idly because you forget to turn the
40
start lever after you have set the self-timer lever- (See
page
21J
Q : Can I operate the camera without the motor drive
socket cap in place?
A: No. Light will
enter the camera body through this hole,
fogging
the film. Also, dust and dirt may enter through
this hole causing a camera malfunction .
Q: Why doesn't my electronic flash unit fire when I re-
lease
the shutter?
A: If the shutter speed exceeds 1 [125 second in conjunc-
tion with the electrOnic flash T20, the built-in incor -
rect flash prevention system does not permit flashing.
Confirm
the shutter speed. (see page 31 .)
Q: Why do I feel a small electrical shock when I touch the
terminal contact of the accessory shoe?
A: This
is normal when usi ng a side- mounting type flash.
When using flash
that is not connected to the acces-
sory shoe, remove or cover the shoe .