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Pentax 90 User Manual

Pentax 90
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Pentax 90 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPentax
Model90
CategoryFilm Camera
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Outline of Basic Operations

Precautions on Batteries

Battery Handling and Safety

Guidelines for safe battery usage, including precautions against misuse and disposal.

Main Switch and Battery Check

Main Switch Operation

How to turn the camera on and off, and the function of the lens cover.

Battery Check Procedure

Steps to check battery status by observing lens extension and protector opening.

Operating the Zoom Lens

Zooming Lever Function

How to use the zooming lever to adjust focal length and frame subjects.

Film Speed and DX Coding

Automatic Film Speed Setting

How the camera automatically sets film speed using DX-coded film.

Film Loading Procedure

Threading the Film Leader

Steps to pull out and align the film leader with the take-up spool.

Closing the Back Cover and Advancing Film

Procedure for closing the back cover and confirming automatic film advancement.

Indicator Lamps and LCD Panel

Green and Red Lamp Indicators

Meaning of the green lamp (ready to shoot) and red lamp (flash status).

Taking Pictures

Focusing and Framing

Positioning the autofocus frame on the subject and half-pressing the shutter button.

Shutter Release and Flash

Fully pressing the shutter button, flash firing, and film advancement.

Focus-Lock Shooting

Using Focus Lock

Procedure for locking focus and exposure on a subject not centered in the frame.

Film Rewinding

Automatic Rewind Process

How the camera automatically rewinds film at the end of the roll.

Rewinding Film Mid-Roll

Instructions for manually rewinding film before the roll is finished.

Macro Shooting

Camera Modes Overview

Selecting Exposure Modes

How to choose between various exposure modes like Auto, Flash-On, and Bulb.

Flash-On Mode

Consecutive Shooting

Self-Timer

Interval Shooting Operation

DATE Model Setup

Date Setting Controls

Using the MODE, SELECT, and ADJUST buttons for date and time settings.

Correcting Date and Time

Battery Warning and Replacement

Low Battery Indicator

How the camera indicates low battery levels and when operations cease.

Replacing Batteries

Camera Care and Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Shutter Issues

Remedies for the shutter not releasing, including checks for power, film, and subject distance.

Picture Clarity Problems

Solutions for unclear pictures, focusing on autofocus frame positioning and obstructions.

Lens Movement Issues

Troubleshooting for the zoom lens not moving, often related to shutter release.

Flash and Battery Warnings

Interpreting flickering flash-on marks and battery error indicators.

Camera Specifications

Technical Details

Specifications for camera type, lens, focusing system, and exposure control.

Warranty and Service Policy

Warranty Coverage and Limitations

Details on the 12-month warranty against defects and exclusions.

Service Procedure

Steps for returning equipment for warranty service and handling of non-warranty repairs.

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