Pentax PC35AF User Manual

3. When film has engaged properly, confirm
that film is flat as illustrated, otherwise, raise
film rewind crank and turn it slightly in the
direction of the arrow to take up any slack-
then return the crank to its original position.
4. Close the back cover until it locks with a
click sound.
5. Film advance must be continued by means
of the advancing wheel until exposure
counter registers as illustrated. Advance
automatically halts when the first frame is
ready for exposure. You may now begin to
take photographs.
Recommended camera-subject distance with the system
For best possible results, operate at a camera-
subject distance of 0.7m to <» (infinity.)
Focusing cannot be satisfactorily accomplished
at the shorter distances of less than 0.7m.
Do not block the auto focus windows, lens.
metering cell, flash head, etc., found at the
front of the camera, with your hands (or
other objects)—it will interfere with the
light entering the camera, causing a false
reading.
It is important to hold the camera properly in
order to take blur-free photos. Practice holding
and operating the camera before inserting your
first roll of film.
The illustrations show the basic holding
positions. No matter which position you use,
be sure to grip the camera steadily with both
hands, hold the camera gently against the face
in a fixed position, and relax the rest of your
body in a secure posture. Brace the elbow of
the arm supporting the camera against your
body. Always press the shutter release button
gently.

Pentax PC35AF Specifications

General

Film Format	35mm
Focus	Autofocus
Battery	2 x AA batteries
Lens	35mm f/2.8
ISO Range	25 - 400
Flash	Built-in flash
Exposure Control	Automatic