Yashica MAT EM User Manual

Yashica MAT EM
posted 12-22-'02
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Yashica MAT EM Specifications

General

Brand	Yashica
Model	MAT EM
Category	Digital Camera
Language	English

Summary

Loading Film

Film Loading Procedure

Step-by-step guide on unlocking the back cover, removing spools, inserting film, threading the leader, winding, advancing to triangles, and locking the cover.

Crank Operation

Initial Crank Winding

Instructions for the first winding to set the film counter and cock the shutter.

Subsequent Exposures

Describes the pendulum swing motion for advancing film and cocking the shutter simultaneously.

Lens Opening and Shutter Speed Settings

Setting Shutter Speed

Setting Lens Opening

Exposure Reading System

Using the Exposure Meter

Steps to set ASA, adjust the indicator knob to match the needle, and read the exposure combination.

Sighting and Focusing

Focusing Procedure

How to open the hood, rotate the focusing knob for sharp focus on the ground glass screen.

Camera Handling and Flash Pictures

Taking Flash Pictures

Advanced Features and Maintenance

Flash Synchronization

Information on built-in synchronization, PC connector, and selector positions (M, X).

Self-Timer Operation

Unloading Film

Depth-of-Field

Understanding Depth-of-Field