Pentax KX KX Manual - Page 15

SHUTTER Turn the shutter speed dial clockwise or counterclockwise to the shutter speed desired. The shutter speed may be set either before or after cocking the rapid-wind lever. As you cock the shutter by turning the rapid-wind lever, the "cocked" indicator turns to red showing that the shutter is cocked. The indicator blacks out as you trip the shutter button. For use of the X setting on the shutter speed dial, refer to page 16. With the shutter speed dial set on B (bulb), the shutter will stay open as long as you depress the shutter button. As you release your finger from the shutter button, the shutter closes. When a long exposure is desired while using the B setting, set the shutter button lock by moving the lever to the left (an "L" becomes visible) while depressing the shutter button. Alternately, use a cable release with a locking device for a time exposure. CAUTION At slow speeds - slower than 1/30 - support your camera rigidly to prevent camera movement. To protect the shutter mechanism, trip the shutter release before putting the camera away for any extended period. •13 ~ti 1000 91 Sp0 S/ rt?