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Pentax Zoom 70-X User Manual

Pentax Zoom 70-X
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Pentax Zoom 70-X Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPentax
ModelZoom 70-X
CategoryFilm Camera
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Names of Working Parts

Specifications

Camera Type and Film Compatibility

Details camera type, lens specs, film format, and ISO range for automatic speed setting.

Exposure and Shutter Capabilities

Outlines programmed exposure control, viewfinder magnification, and shutter speed ranges.

Flash, Self-Timer, and Power Source

Describes built-in flash, self-timer, power source, and battery life.

Preshhooting Preparations

Main Switch and Battery Check

Explains turning the camera on/off and checking battery status via lens extension.

Basic Operations

Usable Film and Speed Setting

Explains using DX-coded film and automatic film speed setting based on ISO.

Film Loading Procedure

Step-by-step guide on opening the back cover, placing the cartridge, and threading the film.

Taking Pictures

Covers positioning the subject, half-pressing the shutter, and full press for exposure.

Focus-Lock Shooting

How to lock focus and exposure on a subject for subsequent recomposition.

Unloading Film

Instructions for automatic film rewinding and removing the exposed film cartridge.

Taking Macro Pictures

Macro Shooting Mode Activation

Guide to activate macro mode and its associated lens movement.

Macro Range and Focus Confirmation

Explains the effective shooting range for macro and confirming focus.

Camera Modes

Selecting Exposure Modes

Instructions on cycling through exposure modes like Auto, Flash-On, Flash-Off using the MODE button.

Selecting Drive Modes

Instructions on choosing drive modes like Single-Frame, Self-Timer, Consecutive using the DRIVE button.

Flash-On (Forced Emission)

Self-Timer

DATE Model Imprinting

Correcting Date and Time Data

Step-by-step guide on adjusting year, month, day, hour, and minute.

Battery Exhaustion Warning

Battery Indicator and Operation Limits

Explains the warning mark for low batteries and when operations cease.

Notes on Replacing Batteries

Important considerations before and after battery replacement, including film presence.

Replacing Batteries

Camera Care Precautions

Electrical Circuit Warning

A critical warning against attempting to disassemble the camera's internal electrical components.

Troubleshooting

Shutter Release Issues

Remedies for problems preventing the shutter from being released.

Picture Clarity Problems

Solutions for blurry or unclear images, focusing on autofocus and handling.

Troubleshooting Continued

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