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  • Pentax ME Super | ME Super Manual - Page 1
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    instructions "Your ME SUPER Quick Course" 2 Description of parts 4 Lens mounting 6 Inserting batteries 7 Film loading and winding 8 Setting ASA film speed/memo holder 9 The exposure mode dial 10 IMPORTANT Aperture setting 13 Focusing and composing 14 All SMC Pentax lenses
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    want to begin using your new Pentax ME SUPER right away, we've provided an "ME SUPER Quick Course" on pages 2 and 3 which covers the basic operating instructions for the "AUTO" mode (the main operating mode) so you can get started. If you wish to familiarize yourself with operating the camera in its
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    BASIC OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 'Your ME SUPER Quick Course" 1. Insert the two Alkaline batteries. (See page 7) 4. Set the lens aperture. (See page 13) 2. Load the film with the exposure mode dial set at "125X" and advance to the first exposure. (See page 8) 3. Set the ASA film speed. (See page 9)
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    etc., (see page 31) or 0 switch to flash photography. (see pages 28-29) With auto exposures, the fully automatic metering system of your new Pentax ME SUPER selects exactly the right shutter speed for the lighting conditions in your picture. To operate the camera in other modes refer to the section
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    lever 13 S 3 21 22 23 Shutter-cocked indicator ()Manual shutter-speed control buttons e Hotshoe e Auto flash contact e Exposure compensation dial e ASA film speed index ID Film rewind crank Film rewind knob/Back cover release Lens release lever lb Lens alignment node ID Focusing ring. e Distance
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    advance/rewind indicator @Guide pin channel @Winder contact terminal @ Film chamber •5 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 e Battery chamber @Winder/Tripod receptacle Film guide rail Film rail @Shutter blades @Film rewind button e Film transport coupler @Sprockets 38 40 ®Film take-up spool @Back cover
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    left hand. Depress the lens release lever while turning the lens counterclockwise with your right hand. If you have to put the lens down without the rear lens cap, place it only front-elementdown, never front -element-up. When changing lenses outdoors with film in the camera, avoid direct sunlight
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    the battery chamber before operating the camera. • Insertion Open the battery chamber cover with a coin. Insert the two batteries Manual) mode settings and lightly press the shutter button to activate the metering switch. NORMAL BATTERIES: If batteries are fully active, one of the LED shutter
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    "125X." If you use "AUTO," remove the lens cap and point the camera toward the light, otherwise inordinately long exposures will result, delaying film advance. Also, the same problem will occur if you use the "M" setting, unless a faster shutter speed is used. 2. Open the camera back by pulling up
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    picture is ready to be taken. Reset the shutter dial to "AUTO." The ASA film speed rating of all 35mm films is given in the data sheet packed with each roll of film. The higher the ASA number, the more sensitive the film type of film in your camera, tear off the top of film box and insert it into the
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    camera selects the shutter speed in the "AUTO" exposure mode and pushbuttons are used to set the shutter speed in the "M" (Manual) mode, the shutter speed dial has been eliminated on your ME SUPER ," you merely preselect the lens aperture; the camera sets the shutter speed automatically, freeing you
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    at any one of the 14 shutter speed settings displayed in the viewfinder using the dual "pushbutton" control system. (See "MANUAL EXPOSURES." page 20.) "125X": This is a 1/125 sec. methanical shutter speed provided primarily for flash synchronization with electronic flash units other than the AF 200S
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    the aperture. This is because the shutter speed selected by the automatic exposure system is determined in relation to the lens aperture used. By presetting the aperture control ring to an f-number that is appropriate for lighting conditions in the picture, problems of over and underexposure can be
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    viewfinder of your ME SUPER is a split-image type surrounded by a microprism collar. For precise focus, turn the o focusing ring of the lens until the two images In addition, the field surrounding the center spots el may also be used for quick focusing: merely turning the ring until the image comes
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    SHOOTING ON AUTO When operating in the "AUTO" mode, the shutter speed is automatically varied by the camera in relation to the preset lens aperture. In most cases, sharply focused, well-exposed photos are easily obtained and the only adjustments required are the preliminaries outlined below. When it
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    depth-of-field is desired use a slower shutter speed and smaller lens aperture - see page 32). CAUTION: If you should happen to press the shutter button while the shutter dial is set on AUTO with the lens cap on, or in very poor lighting conditions, the mirror may lock up, resulting in abnormally
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    before you reach the widest lens aperture, do either of the following: Shoot at the fastest possible shutter speed indicated by a YELLOW LED, but brace the camera on a firm surface: better still, use a tripod - to minimize camera shake (page 31) or, ©switch to flash (page28-29). RED "UNDER" LED
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    compensate for such situations, your ME SUPER is provided with an exposure compensation dial 4X settings the camera is programmed automatically to double and quadruple the light reaching the film. Exposure Decrease: viewfinder scale will flash when you activate the exposure meter to warn that
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    , brightly lit window, etc., increase the exposure by setting the dial either to 2X or 4X. (Use your own judgement of the brightness of the scene in determining which factor to use.) Compensation for Spotlighted Subjects: When the subject is spotlighted on stage, etc., or for any intensely lit
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    in the "AUTO" mode varies continuously in relation to lighting conditions, the ME SUPER's revolutionary new "pushbutton" manual exposure system lets you freeze the shutter speed at any one of the 14 LED shutter speed settings displayed inside the viewfinder - a handy feature for fast moving subjects
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    meter on switching back to "M"). Shutter Speed Control Pushbuttons Two shutter speed control pushbuttons are provided to enable rapid shutter speed selection in the manual mode. These operate when the exposure mode dial is set to "M" (manual) and the shutter release button is partially depressed to
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    EXPOSURE SETTING: With the manual exposure system you have the option of setting either the shutter speed or the lens aperture first. The "OVER and "UNDER" LEDs flash in the viewfinder to serve as guides for setting the correct exposure. Shutter Speed First: Set the desired shutter speed with the
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    it remains lit when you preset the lens aperture, use a smaller aperture. Low-Light Exposures/Underexposure: With either method, when exposure conditions require that you use a slow shutter speed below 1/60 sec., be sure to take precautions against camera shake (page 17). If the underexposure LED
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    Exposure in Difficult Lighting: The exposure compensation dial does not function with the manual exposure system because exposure factors may be employed freely by varying the aperture or shutter speed setting as desired. Generally, for backlit subjects, open the aperture 1 or 2 additional stops, or
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    - the hand that releases the shutter - this may cause camera movement. Often, blurred pictures are due to camera movement. Horizontal position A. Hold the camera firmly with your left hand, and draw your arms close to your body. Vertical position B. Hold your camera tightly to your forehead with
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    UNLOADING THE FILM After the last picture on the roll has been taken, the rapid-wind lever will not advance any further o (Caution: do not try to force the lever), indicating that the film must be rewound. Lift up the rewind crank. Depress the film rewind button and turn the rewind crank as
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    PHOTOGRAPHY WITH THE AF 200S/AF 160 Your Pentax ME SUPER features the added convenience of automatic flash synch when used with either the Pentax AF 200S or AF 160 Auto Flash. Regardless of whether the camera is operated in the "AUTO" or "M" (Manual) modes, there's no need to touch the exposure
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    with the camera. Synchronize them manually by turning the exposure mode dial to "125X." Also note that the viewfinder LED flash ready and shutterspeed indication is not given when the manual "125X" shutter speed setting is used. Finumber Setting, etc: As flash operating instructions vary depending
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    the accessory Finder Cap when using the self-timer; otherwise, light entering from the rear of the camera may adversely affect the exposure. the shutter without advancing the film. Finally, release the shutter to make the second exposure. Then make one blank exposure, before taking the next picture,
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    : In order to prevent large diameter lenses from interfering with proper mounting of the camera to the tripod, insert the Spacer Ring (packed with the camera) between camera and tripod. Finder Cap: When you make exposures with your eye away from the viewfinder while using a tripod (or at any other
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    may add more interest to your pictures with certain subjects by varying from the norm. Any aperture setting may be used as long as either a green or yellow LED shutter speed indicator lights (in the case of the latter, provided you take precautions against camera shake). Stopping the Action: With
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    250 sec. when lighting is sufficient. (NOTE: This technique does not work in low-lighting as low lighting necessitates a slow shutter speed.) Depth-of-Field Control: Depending upon the aperture in use, the over-all sharpness of the picture area in front and behind the subject will vary greatly. This
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    side of the distance index correspond to the diaphragm setting and indicate the range of in-focus distance for different lens apertures. For example, if a lens opening of f/4 is to be used, the range on the distance scale ring covered within the figure 4 on the depth-of-field scale indicates the
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    DEPTH-OF-FIELD TABLE: SMC PENTAX-M 50mm LENS Distance seal. 1/1.4 1/2 1/2.8 f/4 1/5.6 1/8 1/11 1/16 1/22 • Distance smile 1/1.4 f/2 1/2.8 1/4 1/5.6 f/8 •35 1/16 1/22 0.45m 0.447 - 0.453 0.446 - 0.454 0.445 - 0.455 0.443 - 0S0..:44154280? 0.436 - 0.466 0.430 000...444782222 -S:
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    determined by the minimum and maximum apertures of the lens being used. For example, with the 50mm f/1.4 lens and ASA 100 film, an aperture from f/1.4 (the maximum aperture of this lens) to f/22 (the minimum aperture) may be used with any shutter speed from 1 sec. to 1/2000 sec. that will illuminate
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    use the infrared mark indicated with an orange line on the depth-of-field scale. First, bring your subject into sharp focus. Next, determine the subject-to-camera distance from the distance scale on the lens. Then match your subject-to-camera when working with infrared color film. a)1; 25 5
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    automatic diaphragm will not function. 2. Full-aperture metering lenses will function as stop-down metering lenses. How to Use Mount Adaptor K 1. Screw the conventional Takumar lens into the Mount Adaptor K. 2. Attach the Adapter/lens unit to the camera body by aligning the red dots 0 and Q, and
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    pin 0 2. Turn the Mount Adaptor K counterclockwise until you feel it release, and take it out. 3. Since the mechanism for locking in the Mount Adapter K is totally different from that which locks in an SMC Pentax bayonet-mount lens, the lens release lever 0 on the camera body plays no part at all.
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    -APERTURE AND STOP-DOWN METERING LENSES Open-aperture SMC Pentax lenses have a diaphragm coupl ing lever Q on the back of the lens which couples with the camera body to permit open-aperture metering. The ultra telephotos do not have a diaphragm coupler, so they must be used with the stop-down
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    at least 30 minutes. If this is not possible, keeping the camera in its case or bag will help somewhat in minimizing the effects of a rapid temperature change. Extremely low temperature reduces the efficiency of the battery. Therefore, the camera should be protected against low temperature. Put the
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    to wipe away all moisture completely. Commercial lens cleaners are also effective. • Never touch the mirror or the shutter leaves. Minor dirt or spots on the mirror will not affect the clarity of your pictures. • • Take care not to drop the camera or knock it against anything solid. Accidents
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    to protect both body and lens from rain or splashing water. If your camera should get wet, dry it off immediately with a clean, soft cloth. If your camera becomes completely soaked, it may malfunction. In this instance, bring it as soon as possible to an authorized Pentax service center. STORAGE
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    VIEWFINDER DIAGRAM EF M OVER 2000 1000 500 250 605 30 15 8 • 4 • 2 • 1 • 2s • • UNDER 440
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    sec. shutter speed setting 1/15 sec. 1/8 sec. 1/4 sec. Indications for speeds 1/30 sec. thru 4 sec. given in Yellow as a warning against camera shake. 1/2 sec. 1 sec. 2 sec. 4 sec. Underexposure Warning (glows red for underexposure in the auto mode, flashes red for underexposure in manual mode
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    SPECIFICATIONS Type: Mount: Standard lenses: Shutter: Auto flash synch: Manual flash synch: Self-timer: Exposure metering: 35mm SLR camera with aperture-perferred automatic exposure; "pushbutton" electronic manual; auto flash synch (with AF 200S and AF 160 Units). Pentax Bayonet Mount with fully
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    both AUTO and "M" exposure modes. LEDs in viewfinder flicker when batteries are low, cease to light on battery failure. Back cover: Standard camera back with spring catch; removable for use of camera with Dial Data ME; memo holder on back. Body size: 131.5 x 83 x 49.5mm (5.13 x 3.24 x 1.93 in
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    purchase. Service will be rendered and defective parts will be replaced without cost to you within that period, provided the equipment has not been abused, altered, or operated contrary to instruction. Because the tolerances, quality, and design compatibility of lenses other than Pentax lenses are
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    accredited repair shops, unless you are sending it directly to the manufacturer. Always obtain a quotation of the service charge, and only after you accept the quoted service charge, instruct the service station to proceed with the servicing. This warranty policy does not apply to Pentax products
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    Postfach 54 0169, 2000 Hamburg 54, WEST GERMANY Pentax U.K. Limited Pentax House, South Hill Avenue. South Harrow, Middlesex HA2 OLT U K Pentax France S.A. Z I . Argenteuil , 12, Rue Ambroise•Crmzat, 95100 Argenteuil, FRANCE Pentax (Schweiz) AG Industriestrasse 2, 8305 Dietlikon ZH, SWITZERLAND
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