Yashica TL Electro User Manual

Yashica TL Electro
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Yashica TL Electro Specifications

General

Brand	Yashica
Model	TL Electro
Category	Digital Camera
Language	English

Summary

Installing Batteries

Battery Installation Procedure

Instructions for installing mercury batteries, including warnings and checking for proper installation via the green signal lamp.

Film Loading

Film Loading Procedure

Steps for loading film, including opening the back cover, inserting the cassette, and engaging the film leader.

ASA Speed Setting

Setting ASA Film Speed

How to set the ASA speed rating of the film loaded in the camera using the ASA Indicator Window.

Shutter Speed Setting

Setting Shutter Speed

Instructions on how to set the shutter speed using the Shutter Speed Control Dial.

Exposure Setting

Correct Exposure Adjustment

Guides on setting aperture for correct exposure using the green symbol in the viewfinder.

Preselecting Aperture

Method to preselect aperture for subdued lighting conditions by setting aperture and then shutter speed.

Shutter Speed Range Notice

Information on obtaining infinite shutter speeds and handling in-between settings for correct exposure.

Lens Compatibility Notice

Note on using manual extension bellows and tubes with standard lenses lacking an Auto Manual Lever.

Focusing

Focusing Technique

How to achieve precise focus by turning the Focusing Ring and observing the microprism spot.

Sensitivity Range

Sensitivity Range and Shutter Speed

Explains the automatic exposure system's sensitivity based on ASA speed and lists usable shutter speed ranges.

Film Unloading

Film Unloading Procedure

Steps to safely unload film, including stopping winding when resistance is felt and pressing the rewind release button.

Flash Photography

Using Flash Equipment

Guidance on using flash equipment, connecting units, and setting synchronization speeds for different flash types.

Speeds for Flash Sync

Details on electronic flash, M.F. class bulbs, and F.P. class bulbs synchronization speeds.

"B" Setting

Instructions for using the 'B' setting for long exposures, recommending a tripod and cable release.

Self-Timer

Self-Timer Operation

Instructions for winding the film advance lever, pushing the self-timer lever, and activating the self-timer.

Backlit Subjects

Shooting Backlit Subjects

Tips for taking exposure readings when shooting backlit subjects, suggesting doubling exposure.

Infrared Film Photography

Infrared Film Photography

Guidance on infrared film photography, focusing on using the red index for distance compensation.

Film Plane Indicator

Using Film Plane Indicator

Using the film plane indicator for critical focusing in close-ups and adjusting the Distance Scale.

Depth of Field

Depth of Field Explanation

Explains depth of field and how it is affected by aperture setting and focus distance.

Lens Interchanging

Changing Lenses

Instructions for changing Yashinon lenses, noting the screw-thread mount and parallax-free viewing.