Pentax P30T - User Manual

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Pentax P30T Specifications

General

Film format	35mm
Focus	Manual
Shutter speed	1 - 1/1000 second, Bulb
ISO range	ISO 25-3200
Exposure modes	Program, Manual
Flash	Hot shoe
Power	2 x LR44/SR44 batteries
Shutter	Electronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane

Summary

Features

Programmed AE Mode

Camera automatically selects shutter speed and aperture for correct exposure. Suitable for users avoiding manual controls.

Aperture-priority AE Mode

User sets aperture; shutter speed adjusts automatically to subject brightness. Good for depth of field control.

Metered Manual Mode

User controls shutter and aperture, guided by meter; allows deliberate over/underexposure.

Nomenclature of Working Parts

Inserting Batteries

Attaching and Detaching Lens

Film Wind

Main Controls

Main Switch Operation

Instructions for turning the camera on/off to enable shutter release and meter.

Shutter Release Button

How to press the shutter button to activate the meter and take a photo.

Shutter Speed Dial

How to set shutter speeds in Aperture-priority AE and Metered Manual modes.

Film Handling

DX Film Usage

Explanation of automatic ISO setting for DX-coded film and recommendations for use.

Loading Film

Unloading Film

Strap and Soft Case

Viewfinder Information

LED Display Meanings

Explains the meaning of various LED indicators and blinking patterns in the viewfinder.

Focusing

Focusing Methods

Details how to focus using split-image, microprism, and matte field.

Diopter Adjustment

Explains how to adjust viewfinder focus for eyeglass wearers using accessory lenses.

Holding the Camera