Pentax MV-1 User Manual

RESISTANCE TO TEMPERATURE EXTREMES AND CHANGES
The temperature range at which your camera
will continue to function properly stretches
from 50° C to -20°C. However, resistance to
cold could be hampered by oil which has
become dirty. Therefore, if the camera is to
operate at full efficiency in very cold conditions,
it must be overhauled and all oil must be replaced.
Sudden changes in temperature will often cause
moisture to condense inside or outside your
camera. This is a possible source of rust, which
may be extremely damaging to the mechanism.
Furthermore, if the camera goes from a warm
temperature to a sub-freezing one, and if tiny
drops of moisture freeze, further damage may
be done by their expansion.
Thus, sudden temperature changes should be
avoided as much as possible. As a guide,
a temperature change of 10°C should be allowed
to take place gradually over a period of at least
30 minutes. If this is not possible, keeping the
camera in its case or bag will help somewhat in
minimizing the effects of a rapid temperature
change. .
Extremely low temperature reduces the efficiency
of the battery. Therefore, the camera should be
protected against low temperature. Put the
batteries into the camera right before shooting.
For extremely low temperature, use new batteries.
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Pentax MV-1 Specifications

General

Brand	Pentax
Model	MV-1
Category	Digital Camera
Language	English