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SMC Pentax lenses and Pentax accessories are engineered and produced meticulously to precise Asahi Pentax
specifications. Lenses and accessories from other manufacturers are not produced to these precise specifications
and, therefore, may cause difficulties with - or actual damage to - a Pentax camera. Asahi Pentax cannot assume
any responsibility for difficulties resulting from the use of any other brand of lenses or accessories with an
Asahi Pentax camera.
CONTENTS
Nomenclature 2 Meter Coupling Range 22
Specifications 4 Helpful Hints on Exposure
Lens Mounting 6 Problems 23
Dual Control Exposure System 23Inserting Batteries 7
Shutter Button Lock 24
Basic Operating Instructions 8 Manual Shutter Operation 25
Film Loading and Winding 10 Self-timer 26
Setting ASA Film Speed 11 Infra-red Photography 27
Setting the Shutter Speed Dial Multiple Exposure 28
12 Interchangeable Focusing Screens
Composing and Focusing 13 29
Exposure Measurement 14 Using Screw-mount Takumar
Lenses 30Holding the Camera 15
Open-aperture and Stop-down
Unloading Film 16 Flash Metering Lenses 32 Resistance to
Synchronization 18 Depth-of- Temperature Extremes and Changes
Field Preview Lever and Scale 33
20 Depth-of-Field Table: SMC Camera Maintenance 34
Pentax-M 50mm f/1.4 Lens 21 Warranty Policy 36View original page 2Page 3 · Read text
www.butkus.us 1. Exposure counter 2. Shutter button lock lever 3. Shutter-wound indicator 4. Shutter release button 5. ASA window 6. ASA dial lock button 7. Shutter speed dial 8. Shutter speed index 9. Rapid-wind lever 10. Aperture read-out prism window 11. Hot shoe X contact 12. Film rewind knob/Back cover opener 13. Film rewind crank 14. Lens release lever 15. Self-timer lever/Depth-of-field preview leverView original page 3
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Shutter Horizontal-run, rubberized silk focal-
plane shutter; speeds from 1
to 1 /1000 sec. plus B; shutter lock and
"Wound" indicator.
Flash synchronization FP and X sockets, plus hot/cold
accessory shoe for X contact; 1/60
sec. X synchronization.
Self-timer Delays shutter release 4- 12 seconds;
self-timer starter button provided.
Silver-coated pentaprism finder; split-
image microprism focusing screen (8
interchangeable screens); 95% of
picture-taking area visible
and 0.97X magnification with 50mm
Viewfinder lens at infinity); -1.0 diopter
eyepiece. Information viewfinder shows
f/stop, shutter speed and
tri-colored LED read-out dots.
Correction lens adaptor M, Magnifier
M and Re-converter M fit the
viewfinder frame.
Instant return mirror and automatic
Mirror and diaphragm diaphragm. Depth-of-field preview with
self-timer lever.
Film wind and rewind Ratchet-type rapid wind lever, plastic-
tipped for winding comfort.
162° throw with a stand-off
angle of 20°. Rewind crank for
speedy film rewind.View original page 5Page 6 · Read text
Film loading New magic-needle quick/sure loading.
MX camera body accepts Winder MX for up to 2 frames-per-
Automatic winder
second
(single-frame and consecutive exposure operation possible) and
Motor Drive MX for up to 5 frames per second (single-frame
and
Exposure counter
consecutive exposure operation possible), for automatic, speedy
film wind and shutter winding.
Automatic reset type. >
Exposure meter Open-aperture, center-weighted Through-The-Lens meter, with
GPD cells for fast light response, with tri-colored LED exposure
read-out, rapid wind lever and shutter release button acting as
meter
Power source switch. Exposure range: EV1 - 19 (ASA100, f/1.4), Film speed
range: ASA25. 1600.
Two 1.5V silver oxide batteries (G13); LED's double as battery
check lamp.
Back cover
Standard back with memo holder, interchangeable with MagazineBody size
Back MX, Dial Data MX for data recording on film.
135.5mm x 82.5mm x 49.5mm.
Body weight
495 grams.View original page 6Page 7 · Read text
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LENS MOUNTING
1. Remove the rear lens and body caps.
2. Match the red dot on the camera body with the red dot on
the lens. Insert the lens into the body and turn it clockwise
until the lens locks with a click.
3. In the dark, when the red dots are difficult to see, align
the upraised white dot on the lens barrel with the lens
release lever by touch. Then turn and lock as above.
4. To detach, hold the camera with your left hand. Depress
the lens release lever while turning the lens
counterclockwise with your right hand.
CAUTION: If you have to put
the lens down without the rear
lens cap, place place it front-
element down never front
element up unless you have a
lens cap in place.
BATTERIES
Two silver oxide batteries are packed separately. Be sure to
insert them into the battery chamber before operating the
camera.
CAUTION: The battery is like a phonograph record, it can
be damaged by skin acids. Handle by the edges with a dry
cloth before insertion into the camera. Also be especially
sun to wipe off the battery with a cloth when they are
salted. The battery is not rechargeable. Do not throw a dead
battery into a fire, as it may explode. Also keep it beyond
the reach
children.View original page 7Page 8 · Read text
INSERTION: Open the battery chamber cover with a coin.
Insert the two batteries into the battery holder of the cover
as shown above, each with (+) side facing up.
CHECK: One set of batteries will last about one year,
or operate the shutter about 10,000 times. To check
battery life, depress the shutter release button
halfway, while looking through the viewfinder. If the
batteries are dead, the LED dots will not glow. For
replacement, use
Eveready S76E or Mallory MS76H or equivalent.
BASIC OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Set Film Speed
While depressing the tiny button atop the shutter dial, turn
the rim of the shutter dial until the ASA number of the
film you are using is centered in the ASA window.View original page 8Page 9 · Read text
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2. Wind Rapid-Wind Lever Wind the rapid-wind lever all the way until it stops. The "Wound" indicator will
turn red, showing that the shutter is wound.
3. Set Shutter Speed
Turn the shutter speed dial until the speed you want to use is opposite the index mark. Generally, you should
use the fastest possible shutter speed to avoid blurred pictures caused by camera movement. Try starting with
1/125 sec. outdoors in daylight and 1/30 sec. indoors.
4. Composing and Focusing
While viewing through the finder, turn the focusing ring
until your subject comes into sharp focus and choose the
most pleasing composition.
5. Turn on Exposure Meter and Rotate Aperture Ring
Pull out the rapid-wind lever slightly (20°) and depress the
shutter release button halfway to turn on the exposure
meter. The preselected shutter speed plus the two adjacent
speeds ("60" and "250" in the case of "125") are visible on
the right-hand side of the viewfinder. Turn the aperture ring
until the central green LED dot glows which indicates
proper exposure. (The f-stop you have selected is also
visible in the small window above the focusing screen). If
the central green dot does not glow no matter how far you
turn the aperture ring, change the shutter speed.
6. Release Shutter
Hold your camera firmly and trip the shutter. Then wind the rapid-wind lever for the next picture. (As long as
the lever is at its pre-advance angle, the light meter stays ON. If you push it back to the completely closed
position, the meter is turned OFF.)View original page 9Page 10 · Read text
FILM LOADING AND WINDING SETTING ASA FILM SPEED
2. Place the film cartridge in the 3. Advance the film by alternately
film chamber, and push down the advancing the rapid wind lever and
1. Open the back by pulling up the rewind knob. Insert the film leader depressing the shutter button until
rewind knob until the back opens. in between any of the white plastic both top and bottom sprockets
pins surrounding the film take-up engage the film perforations. Close
spool. the back by pressing it firmly.
4. Wind the rapid-wind lever, and confirm that the film rewind knob turns counterclockwise,
indicating that the film is properly loaded and is moving from cartridge to take-up spool. Trip the
shutter. Advance the film until the exposure counter turns to "1 ", indicating that the first picture is
ready to be taken.View original page 10Page 11 · Read text
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SETTING THE ASA FILM RANGE
MEMO HOLDER
As a reminder of the
The ASA film speed rating of all 35mm films is given in the data sheet
type of film in your
packed with each roll of film. The higher the ASA number, the more
camera, tear off the
sensitive the film is to light. While depressing the ASA dial lock button, turn
top of the film box and
the rim of the shutter dial until the ASA number of your film is aligned with
insert it into the Memo
the index mark.
Holder on the back of
Be sure to set the ASA film speed because it is coupled to the exposure
the camera.
meter system.
SETTING THE SHUTTER SPEED DIAL COMPOSING AND FOCUSING
Turn the shutter speed dial clockwise or counter-clockwise
to the shutter speed desired. The shutter speed may be set
either before or after winding the rapid-wind lever. As you
wind the shutter by turning the rapid-wind lever, the
"WOUND" indicator turns red showing that the shutter is
wound. The color of the winding indicator changes to black
after tripping the shutter. For use of the X setting on the
shutter speed dial, refer to page 18.
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 8
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 long speeds, longer than 1 /30 (1/15 - 1 sec.) support
your camera rigidly to prevent camera movement. To
protect the shutter mechanism, trip the shutter before
putting the camera away for any extended period.View original page 11Page 12 · Read text
COMPOSING AND FOCUSING
The standard focusing screen of your MX has a central split-image
circle surrounded by a microprism collar. While looking through the
viewfinder, turn the focusing ring until your subject comes into sharp
focus. If your subject is not in focus, the image in the split-image
circle will appear divided into upper and lower portions, and the
image in the microprism collar will appear broken into many small
fragments.
EXPOSURE MEASUREMENT
When the rapid-wind lever is pulled out 20° and the shutter
button is depressed halfway, the exposure meter is turned
ON. Turn the aperture ring to get a proper LED exposure
read-out in the viewfinder.
On the right-hand side of the viewfinder, appear the
preselected shutter speed plus two adjacent speeds (e.g.
"60" and "250" in the case of "125") on a transparent disk
which protrudes slightly into the focusing screen area.
On the right-hand side of the shutter speeds shown, there
are 5 LED dots which are normally not visible. If you
depress the shutter button halfway and the exposure is
correct, the central green dot will illuminate. If the
exposure is 1 /2 EV over, the orange dot next to "250" (in
the above example) will glow; as will the dot next to "60"
in the case of 1 /2 EV underexposure. If it is 1 EV or more
over or under, the appropriate red dot will glow as a
warning for adjustment of either the f-stop or the shutter
speed, unless you want to make intentional over or
underexposure.
As a general rule, your camera can be held more firmly in
the left hand, which does not release the shutter. If you
hold your camera with the right hand - the hand that
releases the shutter - this may cause camera movement.
Often, blurred pictures are due to camera movement.View original page 12Page 15 · Read text
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The MX has FP and X terminals on the
front of the camera body, and a
separate X contact on the built-in hot
shoe. The table on the next page shows
which flash contact, which shutter
speed and which flash bulb may be
combined for maximum lamp
efficiency. Unless these combinations
are rigidly followed, there will be a
failure in flash synchronization. Note
the "X" setting is exactly at the 60
mark on the shutter speed dial. This
indicates the highest shutter speed at
which electronic flash units may be
used. Use the hot shoe flash contact
when using a shoe mount electronic
flash like the Pentax Autostrob which
has a flash contact on the shoe bracket.
When using the hot shoe, there is no
need to plug the flash cord into the X
terminal on the front of the body. The
hot shoe flash contact turns to "hot"
(switched on) only when you insert a
shoe mount electronic flash. It remains
"cold" (disconnected) even when using
an electronic flash with its cord
plugged into the X terminal on the
body front. This eliminates the danger
of electric shocks.
There are basically two types of flash bulb attachments on the market:
clip-on types and bracket types. Either can be used with your camera.
The clip-on types are attached to the hot shoe and the bracket types
are attached via the tripod socket.
Use one of these three bulb types: M, MF or FP. The correct terminal
and the correct shutter speed to use for each of these three types are
outlined in the table below. Before attaching the flash unit to the
camera, you must remove the protective plug from the proper
terminal. When not using the terminals, keep the plugs inserted.View original page 15Page 17 · Read text
www.butkus.us DEPTH-OF-FIELD TABLE: SMC PENTAX-M 50mm f/1.4 LENS METER COUPLING RANGE The exposure meter of the MX measures the brightness of the ground glass. Therefore, the proper LED exposure read-out should be obtained after you have focused your subject on the ground glass. The green area in the table indicates the coupling range of the meter, and should not be interpreted as the camera's total range of f/stop-shutter speed combinations. As you will note from the table below, with ASA100 film, you may use any shutter speed from 1 sec. to 1/1000 sec. in combination with any aperture that will illuminate the green LED in the viewfinder. The total range of the aperture settings is, of course, determined by the minimum and maximum apertures of the lens being used. For example, with the 50mm f/1.4 lens and ASA100 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 /1000 sec. that will illuminate the green LED. 1. As exposure measurements made at 1/1000 sec. with 25 ASA film will not be accurate, exercise caution. 2. When using the 50mm f/1.4 lens, accurate exposure measurement at the points found in the shaded area in the above table can be guaranteed only when using up to f/16 (f/1.4 - f/16).View original page 17
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HELPFUL HINTS ON EXPOSURE PROBLEMS
The exposure meter built into your MX takes a center-weighted reading from the entire scene as seen through
the viewfinder. Sometimes, however, there is a great difference between the light reflected from the background
and the light reflected from the subject. In such a case, to achieve a really good photo, you must compensate for
the difference by opening or closing down the aperture 1 or 2 stops. As a general rule, when the subject is
darker than the background, you compensate by opening your aperture 1 or 2 stops more. For example: on a
bright day, when your subject has his back to the sun and you are shooting directly toward the sun ... or when
you are shooting a subject against snow or light-colored sand ... or when you are copying a page of black letters
on white paper, increase the size of the aperture somewhat. When your subject is brighter than the background -
if he is standing in a spotlight, for example - you make the aperture 1 or 2 stops smaller to compensate.
DUAL CONTROL EXPOSURE SYSTEM
Since both the aperture and shutter speed are indicated within the viewfinder, you can control exposure by
adjusting either the shutter speed dial or the aperture ring. When the aperture size is the most important factor,
set the aperture desired by turning the aperture ring. Then adjust the shutter speed dial until the green LED
illuminates.
When shutter speed is the more important factor, turn the dial to the speed you desire. Then adjust the aperture
ring until the green LED illuminates.
SHUTTER BUTTON LOCK
The shutter button lock lever is for
your convenience while you are
making a particularly long
exposure using the B shutter speed
setting. After depressing the
shutter button, turn the lock lever
(which is on the collar at the base
of the shutter button) so that the
letter "L" is visible. When the
exposure time is up, move the lock
lever back to its original position.
This automatically releases the
shutter button. In addition to
making "Time" exposure, the lock
lever is also used to turn off the
meter circuit and simultaneously
prevent accidental release of the
shutter.View original page 18Page 19 · Read text
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MANUAL SHUTTER OPERATION
The two silver oxide batteries in your
MX are used only for powering the
exposure meter; the shutter mechanism
is a totally manual operation.
Therefore, your camera can still be
operated even if the batteries have
worn out. If the batteries have worn out
and the exposure meter is no longer
functioning, you must determine the
correct combination of shutter speed
and aperture size yourself, from your
own experience. Also, packed in with
most types of 35mm film is a data
sheet with suggestions for determining
the correct exposure in a variety of
situations.
SELF-TIMER
The Self-timer delays the shutter release by 4-.12
seconds, depending upon how far counterclockwise
(when camera faces you) the lever is advanced. When
using the Self-timer, do not depress the shutter button ...
it will immediately release the shutter without delayed
action. After winding the rapid-wind lever, advance the
Self-timer lever 90° -180°. Then, push the start button,
and the Self-timer will commence.View original page 19Page 20 · Read text
INFRA-RED PHOTOGRAPHY
If you intend to take
infra-red photographs,
remember to use the
infra-red mark indicated
with an orange line on
the depth-of-field scale.
First, bring your subject
into sharp focus. Then
determine the subject-to-
camera distance from the
distance scale on the
lens. Then match your
subject-to-camera
distance to the infra-red
mark by turning the
focusing ring
accordingly.
For instance, if your subject is in focus at infinity, turn the focusing ring and move the infinity (00)
mark to the infra-red mark.
NOTE: An infra-red focusing adjustment is not required when working with infra-red color
film.
(Webmaster: If you are interested in IR film, go digital. There are options for B&W as well as color
IR photography with certain digital cameras.)
MULTIPLE EXPOSURE
For deliberate multiple exposures, make the first exposure in
the normal way. Then tighten the film by turning the rewind
knob , and keep hold of the rewind knob. Depress the film
rewind
release button and advance the rapid-wind lever. This winds
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, to avoid
overlapping. As the exposure counter continues to function
each time the shutter is wound, a double exposure will be
counted as two frames.
(Webmaster: You also have to compensate for the additional
light hitting the film on multiple exposures on the same
frame. Look on-line for information)View original page 20Page 21 · Read text
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INTERCHANGEABLE FOCUSING SCREENS
In addition to the standard split-
image + microprism focusing screen,
there are 7 other interchangeable
focusing screens available for your
MX.
To remove the standard focusing
screen, pull the screen retainer pin
toward you with the pincette supplied
with the interchangeable focusing
screen. The focusing screen will then
flip down. Remove the screen from
the frame by grasping the protruding
portion of the screen with the
pincette.
To install the screen of your choice,
place it on the screen frame, pushing
it back to the original position until it
locks with a click. To remove dust
particles from the screen, never wipe
it with a cloth, or the like, but just use
a blower.
USING SCREW-MOUNT TAKUMAR LENSES
How to Use Mount Adaptor KConventional screw-mount Takumar lenses (both
1. Screw the conventional Takumar lens into the Mount
Super-Takumar and SMC Takumar) can be easily
Adaptor K.
mounted onto your camera by attaching them first
2. Attach the Adaptor/lens unit to the camera body by
to a Mount Adaptor K. However, when Adaptor K
aligning the red dots and , and turning the lens clockwise
is used, the following is true:
until it locks with a click. (This takes slightly less than a
1. Due to the difference in coupling systems, the
quarter of a revolution.)
automatic diaphragm will not function.
3. To remove the lens, leaving the Mount Adaptor K
2. Full-aperture metering lenses will function as
attached to the camera body, simply unscrew the lens
stop-down metering lenses.
counterclockwise. Other screw-mountView original page 21Page 22 · Read text
Takumar lenses can then be attached in
the normal way.
To remove the Mount Adaptor K from
the camera body, first remove the
screw-mount lens. Then press, with
your thumbnail or a pointed object such
as a ballpoint pen, against the spring pin
Turn the Mount Adaptor K counterclockwise until you feel it release, and take it out.
Since the mechanism for locking in the Mount Adaptor K is totally different from that which locks in an SMC
Pentax bayonet-mount lens, the lens release lever on the camera body plays no part at all.
(Webmaster: Only purchase an original Pentax adapter. I have heard of stores of the adapter getting stuck on
the body or lenses getting stuck on the body by cheap copies.)View original page 22Page 23 · Read text
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OPEN-APERTURE AND STOP-DOWN METERING LENSES
Open-aperture SMC Pentax lenses have a
diaphragm coupling lever 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 metering
system. Use of the Auto-Extension Tube Set K
permits open-aperture metering.
Use of other K Series accessories - standard
Extension Tube Set K, Helicoid Extension
Tube K, Auto-Bellows K and Bellows Unit K -
requires stop-down metering. Whenever any
one of these is used between the camera body
and an SMC Pentax lens, the stop down
metering system must be used.
RESISTANCE TO TEMPERATURE EXTREMES AND CHANGES
The temperature range at which your camera will continue to function properly stretches from 50°C to -20°C.
However, resistance to cold could be hampered by oil which has become dirty. Therefore, if the camera is to
operate at full efficiency in very cold conditions, it must be overhauled and all oil must be replaced. Sudden
changes in temperature will often cause moisture to condense inside or outside your camera. This is a possible
source of rust, which may be extremely damaging to the mechanism. Furthermore, if the camera goes from a
warm temperature to a sub-freezing one, and if tiny drops of moisture freeze, further damage may be done by
their expansion.
Thus, sudden temperature changes should be avoided as much as possible. As a guide, a temperature change of
10°C should be allowed to take place gradually over a period of 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 batteries into the camera right before shooting. For extremely low temperature,
use new batteries.View original page 23Page 24 · Read text
CAMERA MAINTENANCE
1. Always keep the viewfinder
eyepiece, lens and filters as clean as
possible. To remove loose dust and
dirt, first use the blower and then the
brush of a lens brush. Do not try to
wipe off granular dirt or dust - it's an
excellent way of scratching the glass.
Smudges, such as fingerprints, should
be carefully wiped away with either
lens tissue or a clean, soft cloth.
Clean, plain cotton handkerchiefs that
have already been washed a few times
are particularly good for this. Breathing
on the lens before wiping is effective;
but be sure to wipe away all moisture
completely. Commercial lens cleaners
are also effective.
2. Never touch the mirror or the shutter curtain with your hands. (The natural acids on your skin are very
damaging.) Minor dirt or spots on the mirror will not affect the clarity of your pictures.
3. Take care not to drop the camera or knock it against anything solid. Accidents or rough
handling can easily damage the internal mechanism, even though externally nothing seems to have been hurt.
4. Your camera is not waterproof. There are several places where water can get inside and do a great deal of
damage. Take care 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.
Once a camera has become completely soaked, there is often nothing that can be done to make it right again.
However, in such a case, take your camera as soon as possible to an authorized Asahi Pentax Service Center.
5. Where to keep your camera while you are not using it is an important point. The best storage place is cool,
dry, clean and well-ventilated. Because of the possible build-up of humidity, it
is risky to store your camera in a cabinet or closet. It's also a good idea to keep your camera in its bag or case
while you are not using it.View original page 24Page 25 · Read text
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6. When mounting your camera on a
tripod, be sure the tripod screw is no
longer than 5.5mm. This is the depth of
the tripod socket on your camera. If
you use a longer screw, you will
probably puncture the bottom of the
socket, after which the camera will not
function properly.
7. In order to prevent large diameter lenses from interfering with proper mounting of the camera to the tripod,
attach the Spacer Ring (packed with the camera) between camera and tripod.
WARRANTY POLICY
All Asahi Pentax cameras purchased through authorized bona fide photographic distribution channels are
guaranteed against defects of material or workmanship for a period of twelve months from date of 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 beyond our control, damage caused by use of
such lenses will not be covered by this warranty policy. The manufacturer or its authorized representatives shall
not be liable for any repair or alterations except those made with its written consent and shall not be liable for
damages from delay or loss of use or from other indirect or consequential damages of any kind, whether caused
by defective material or workmanship or otherwise; and it is expressly agreed that the liability of the
manufacturer or its representatives under all guarantees or warranties, whether expressed or implied, is strictly
limited to the replacement of parts as hereinbefore provided.
Procedure During 12-month Warranty Period Any Asahi Pentax which proves defective during the 12-month
warranty period should be returned to the dealer from whom you purchased the equipment or to the
manufacturer. If there is no representative of the manufacturer in your country, send the equipment to the
manufacturer, with postage prepaid. In this case, it will take a considerable length of time before the equipment
can be returned to you owing to the complicated customs procedures required in Japan in importing and re-
exporting photographic equipment. If the equipment is covered by warranty, repairs will be made and parts
replaced free of charge, and the equipment will be returned to you upon completion of servicing. If the
equipment is not covered by warranty, regular charges of the manufacturer or of its representatives will apply.
Shipping charges are to be borne by the owner. If your Asahi Pentax was purchased outside of the country
where you wish to have serviced during the warranty period, regular handling and servicing fees may be
charged by the manufacturer's representatives in that country. Notwithstanding this, your Asahi Pentax returned
to the manufacturer will be serviced free of charge according to this procedure and warranty policy. In any case,
however, shipping charges and customs clearance fees are to be borne by the sender. To prove the date of your
purchase when required, please keep the receipts or bills covering the purchase of your equipment for at least a
year. Before sending your equipment for servicing, please make sure that you are sending it to the
manufacturer's authorized representatives or their 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 Asahi Pentax cameras purchased in the U.S.A. and U.K. For these
cameras, please refer to the separate Warranty Policy Card enclosed here.View original page 25From the M. Butkus archive. Original publisher and archive notices are retained.
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