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Chinon CP-5s User manual
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will permit automatic AF operation when used with the optional Chinon 35-70mm AF lens. Total
unmanned automatic operation is also possible when further used with the optional Chinon power
winders and wireless remote control unit.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Nomenclature ..... 4 For Advanced Use:
Specifications ..... 8 I. Multi-mode Metering ..... 48
Shoulder strap instructions ..... 16 II. Exposure Memory
Lens mounting ..... 16 III. Two Stage Program AE
Battery installation ..... 18 IV. Taking pictures in A mode ..... 52
Battery testing ..... 20 V. Taking a picture in M mode ..... 56
Film loading ..... 22 VII. Exposure compensation ..... 66
Frame counter ..... 26 VIIl. Time exposure ..... 68
Film advancement ..... 26 VIII. Multiple exposure ..... 70
ISO/ASA setting ..... 28 lX. Depth of field ..... 72
Basic Operations: System Operation:
I. Focusing ..... 30 I. Direct focusing system ..... 74
II. Programmed AE (Auto-Exposure) mode II. Remote control system ..... 78
..... 32
III. Data back system ..... 78
III. Shutter release and release lock ..... 36
IV. Auto winder system ..... 80
IV. Unloading exposed film ..... 38
V. Flash system ..... 82
V. Self-timer/Audible signal on-off switch .....
40 Vl. Multi-sound system ..... 84
Vl. Flash photography ..... 44 Optional Accessories ..... 88View original page 2Page 3 · Read text
NOMENCLATURE
1. Manual shutter speed select button
8. Self timer LED
/Exposure memory button
9. Shoulder strap eyelet
2. Metering mode select lever
10. AF electronic contacts
3. Shutter release button
11. Self timer / Audible signal on-off switch
4. Exposure mode select dial
12. Power grip attachment screw
5. Film advance lever 4.butkus.org
13. Lens lock release lever
6. Film counter window
14. Power grip (battery compartment)
7. Multi exposure lever
15. Accessory shoe (hot shoe) 19. Aperture ring
16. Film rewind knob and back opening knob 20. Depth of field scale
17. Film speed dial (ISO/ASA) 21. X-sync socket
18. F-stop window 22. Focusing ringView original page 3Page 4 · Read text
23. Viewfinder eyepiece
31. Sprocket teeth
24. Metal focal plane shutter
32. Multi-slotted needle
25. Film chamber
33. Camera back
26. Film rail
34. Film pressure plate
27. Film guide rail
35. Power winder coupler
28. Power source contact
36. Auto Date electronic contacts
29. Power winder electronic contacts
37. Rewind button
30. Tripod socket
SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS:
Type: 35mm automatic compact SLR camera with TTL full aperture selectable multi-mode metering (Center
Weighted AVERAGE Metering, SPOT Metering and SPOT-AVERAGE metering), twin program AE (instant
stop-down re-metering), Aperture priority AE, and manual exposure system. 4.butkus.org
Picture format: 24 x 36mm
Lens Mount: CHINON universal bayonet mount (K, KA, RK mount compatible) with built-in CHINON AF
lens contacts.View original page 4Page 5 · Read text
Mirror: Quick return mirror with sub mirror. Shutter: Electromagnetically controlled focal plane shutter, stepless speeds from 8 sec to 1/1000 sec on automatic maximum operation time at AE (A, P1 or P2 mode) is 30 seconds, 14 speeds from 8 to 1/1000 sec on manual exposure. Electronically controlled automatic and manual exposure. Shutter Release: Electromagnetic type shutter release with safety lock and provision for cable release. Viewfinder: Fixed eyelevel pentaprism (silver-coated) central split image with micro prism collar, 18 digital LED's indicate shutter speeds (green), over/under exposure (red), and program AE (green), Aperture visible in viewfinder (optical type). Viewfinder magnification: 0.87X at infinity with standard 50mm lens. Viewfinder visibility: 92% Auto Focus Type: Built-in AF contacts for CHINON AF lens, activated by shutter release. In-Focus Trigger: shutter will not be released unless the optional AF lens is in focus. Exposure Meter: TTL full aperture AVERAGE metering and SPOT metering plus capability of measuring light in accordance with the averaged reading of SPOT and center weighted AVERAGE metering (SPOT- AVERAGE) employing two silicon blue cells. Exposure Range: at F1.4 50mm, ISO 100. Center weighted average metering - EV + 1 (F1.4, 1 sec.) to EV + 19 (F22, 1/1000 sec.) Spot metering - EV + 3(F1.4, 1/4 sec.) to EV + 19 (F22, 1/1000 sec.) Exposure Compensation: Built-in exposure memory lock system with audible signal activated by halfway depression on shutter release button at SPOT, and by "M' button at AVERAGE metering (Aperture priority AE mode only) ISO Range: ISO 25-3200 with 1/3EV segment (for DX coded film) Exposure Compensation: +2EV to -2EV Programmed AE mode: Two stages available. P1: The programmed AE designed for fast moving object. Lens aperture stays open up to the shutter speed of 1/60 sec. Between 1/60 -1/1000 sec., the aperture varies in accordance with the programmed shutter speed. P2: The Programmed AE designed for slow moving objects depth-of-field well considered AE character. Lens aperture stays full open up to the shutter speed of 1/8 sec. At faster than 1/8 sec., the aperture varies in accordance with the programmed shutter speed. Programmed AE signal: Built-in with flashing "P" LED when the aperture is set within 4 stops from full aperture opening. Beyond 4 stops from full aperture opening, "P" LED will remain "ON" at program AE mode.View original page 5
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Manual Shutter Speed selector: One-touch activation type by pressing the shutter release button halfway. Also serves as Exposure Memory button at A mode. Depressing the "M" button, shutter speed starts from 1/125 sec. and goes up with LED indication. Depressing both "M" button and shutter release button, shutter speed goes down from 1/125 sec. A with LED indication in viewfinder. S.C.S. (Shutter speed Change Signal): Built-in with audible buzzer signal along with manual shutter speed change. M.E.S.: (Manual Exposure Signal): Built-in with audible buzzer signal when the proper exposure is achieved by turning aperture ring. Camera Shake, over/under warning: shutter speed slower than 1/30 sec., under/over warning with double audible signal. Film Advance: Single stroke in an arc of 130° with 25° stand off. Motorized film advance with optional power winder. Film Loading: Multi-slotted needle type Film Rewind: By depressing the rewind button and cranking the rewind lever. Film Counter: Automatically indicates number of exposure and resets to "S" when the camera back is opened. Multiple Exposure: Built-in switch which disengages film advance and film counter. Self timer: Electronically controlled at 10 sec. with flashing red LED and audible buzzer signal. "B" (Bulb) Timer Signal: Built-in with variable audible buzzer signals. Accessory Shoe: Hot shoe type with "X" sync and a contact for CHINON dedicated flash. "X" Synchronization: "X" flash sync at 1/100 sec.4.butkus.org Slow Synchronization: 1/60 see or slower at manual Special Contacts for CHINON AF lens: Built-in Special Contact for CHINON Auto Date: Built-in Power Source: 3 x 1 .5V "AAA" (AM-4) 4www.butkus.org Power Hold System: 30 sec. at manual exposure mode Battery Check: Built-in with digital LED indicator Accessories: Chinon power winders, Dedicated flashes, Info Back-2 data imprinting unit, Auto Date data imprinting unit, Super multi-coated lenses, AF lenses, Deluxe carrying cases and many more. Dimensions: 136 (W) x 88 (H) x 51 (D) mm. (5.35" x 3.46" x 2.01") Weight: 520g (18.34 oz)View original page 6
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SHOULDER STRAP INSTRUCTIONS
Place the end of the shoulder strap
through the retaining ring connected
to the camera body lug. Fold the
shoulder strap over the retaining ring.
Place the ends of the strap through
the plastic retainer. Pull tight to
secure. Follow the same procedure
for the other side of the camera (Fig.
1, 2).
LENS MOUNTING
Your CHINON CP-5 program is
equipped with a CHINON "K"
bayonet mount which accepts all
interchangeable lenses with the "K"
bayonet mount. To attach the lens,
match the red dot on the camera
body with the red dot on the lens
(Fig. 3).
Then insert the lens into the camera body and turn it clockwise until the lens locks with a click. To
remove the lens from the camera body, depress the lens lock release lever, turn the lens
counterclockwise as far as it will Do, and lift it up from the body (Fig. 4)
BATTERY INSTALLATION
1. Turn counterclockwise the screw
on the side of the power grip to
remove the power grip from the
camera body (Fig. 5).
2. Place three 1.5V "AAA" alkaline
bakeries (LR-03, AM-4) in the power
grip (Fig. 6).
3. Attach the power grip to the
camera body by turning the screw
clockwise to secure it.View original page 7Page 8 · Read text
NOTE:
1. Make sure that the batteries are inserted correctly, i.e., check polarity. The shutter will
operate only when batteries are correctly installed and not exhausted. When replacing
batteries, replace all three bakeries at the same time.
2. If you do not use your camera for a long period of time, remove the bakeries, and store in a
dry location. This will prevent the possibility of battery leakage and damage to your camera. 4.butkus.org
BATTERY TESTING
1. Set the "exposure mode select dial"
to the "P" position (Fig. 7).
2. Look through the viewfinder and
depress the shutter release button
halfway down to confirm at least one
of LED indicators in the viewfinder
illuminates (Fig. 8).
3. When nothing illuminates, replace
the batteries with a fresh set or check
to ensure the batteries are correctly
installed.
NOTE: Battery testing cannot be accomplished with the exposure mode select dial set at the "L" or
"B".
FILM LOADING
Pull up on the film rewind knob until
the camera back pops open (Fig. 9).
Then insert a film cartridge into the
film chamber with the protruding end
of the cartridge positioned to the
bottom of the camera. Push down the
film rewind knob and slightly turn the
knob in either direction until it "seats"
properly into the film cartridge spool
(Fig. 10).View original page 8Page 9 · Read text
Insert the trimmed end of the film into
a slot of the multi-slot needle (Fig.
11). Turn the exposure mode select
dial to "M" or "X" setting and advance
the film while holding the film lightly
down on to the transport sprockets.
Release the shutter if necessary and advance the film until the sprockets engage with the upper and
lower perforations of the film (Fig. 12). Then close the camera back firmly until it locks with a click.
Now turn the film rewind knob gently until all the slack is taken up and the rewind knob stops.
Do not force or further rewind the film
(Fig. 13) Advance the film and
release the shutter three times (Fig.
14). The rewind knob should rotate
counterclockwise as the film is
advanced and the "1 " marking
should appear in the frame counter
window (Fig. 15).
Turn the exposure mode select dial to
the desired position. A convenient
memo holder is provided on the back
of your camera. Whenever you load
new film, just cut off the top of the film
box and put it in the memo holder as
a reminder (Fig. 16).View original page 9Page 10 · Read text
FRAME COUNTER
Your CHINON ,CP-6 program is equipped with a frame
counter which displays the number of exposures made and
resets automatically upon opening the camera back. At the
very beginning, the counter shows "S" indicating the start of
the picture taking process. When a film is loaded according to
the procedure previously described the counter displays "1"
indicating that the camera is ready for the first exposure. Every
time the film advance lever is turned, the counter will proceed
one stop forward. The number 24 and 36 are colored in orange
to warn the end of commonly used films (Fig. 17) 4.butkus.org
FILM ADVANCEMENT
When the film end is reached, the film advance lever may stop before the lever is fully turned. Do not
force the lever. Stop winding at once and rewind the film. Refer to "UNLOADING EXPOSED FILM."
ISO/ASA SETTING
The film speed dial located on top of the camera is coupled
directly to the internal exposure control circuitry and the
correct exposure factor for the film is automatically set by
aligning the ISO/ASA number of the film you are using with the
index mark on the camera body (Fig. 18). The ISO/ASA
number of the film is printed on the film box or in the
instruction sheet packed with the film. Pull out the film speed
dial and turn the dial to align the appropriate ISO/ASA number
with the green index mark. Be sure to check the ISO/ASA
number whenever you put new film into the camera.
BASIC OPERATIONS
I. Focusing
At the center of the viewfinder is the split image with microprism
collar which is then surrounded by ground glass. When the camera is
in focus, the image on these focusing aids becomes sharpest. While
observing the subject through the viewfinder, turn the lens focus ring
until the upper and lower split images match up to form a uniform
image (Fig. 19).
This split image focusing is particularly helpful when the subject is
dominated by vertical lines. The microprism is also very helpful;
when out of focus; the image on the microprism will be composed of
a collection of asterisks (Fig. 20). These sparkling asterisks will
disappear when the focus is properly set. You can double check the
focus seeing by the image on the ground glass.View original page 10Page 11 · Read text
You can also focus indirectly. Actually measure or estimate
the distance to the subject and set the lens focus ring to the
appropriate setting (Fig. 21).
II. Programmed Auto-Exposure
(AE) mode ("P" mode)
Your CHINON CP-5s program
camera automatically selects
the most suitable combination
of shutter speed and aperture
for the optimum exposure.
The programmed AE mode is
ideal for general picture taking
by shooting very quickly and
easily, eliminating
troublesome exposure setting
according to light conditions.
The CHINON CP-6 program camera is also equipped with the
World's First "Two-Stage" Program AE mode. It is
recommended to use, in most cases the "P1 " mode, which
selects fastest practical shutter speed.
1. Set the Exposure Mode Select dial to the "P1" position (Fig.
22).
2. Set the lens at it's minimum aperture.
3. While looking at the shutter speed indicator scale in the
viewfinder, slightly depress the shutter release button.View original page 11Page 12 · Read text
The "P" LED and program selected shutter speed LED indicators light up (Fig. 24). Further pressure
on the shutter button will release the shutter.
* Programmed AE mode warning: The "P" LED indicator (green) in the viewfinder will "flicker"
when the lens aperture is set within four stops of the lens full aperture opening. Beyond four stops of full
aperture opening, the "P" LED indicator will remain illuminated at the programmed AE mode. Thus, set
the lens aperture, so as not to cause the "Programmed AE mode warning" LED to "flicker."
For more detailed usage of programmed AE, please refer to the section "Two-Stage programmed AE"
for advanced use.
III. Shutter release and release lock
Your CHINON CP-5s program camera features a two stage
electromagnetic shutter release with safety lock. When the
shutter release button is depressed halfway, the electronic
circuitry starts functioning. When the button is fully depressed,
it will trigger the shutter. Always hold the camera steady and
gently depress the shutter release button to make an
exposure. The position marked "L" on the exposure mode
select dial is the shutter release safety lock position.
When this is aligned with the index mark, the batteries are disconnected from the circuitry and
an exposure cannot be made (Fig. 25). This position is also used when the camera is not to be
used for a long time.
IV. Unloading exposed film
When the film in the camera is
fully exposed, the film advance
lever will stop. Do not attempt
to force the lever any further,
but rewind the film and replace
with a new one. Push in the
rewind lock release button at
the bottom of the camera (Fig.
26). Unfold the rewind crank of
the rewind knob. Turn the
rewind crank clockwise (Fig.
27).
You will feel friction as the film is rewound from the camera, back into the film cartridge. Suddenly,
when the film is rewound completely, the friction decreases and the rewind crank will turn with ease.View original page 12Page 13 · Read text
Then pull up on the rewind knob to open the camera back
(Fig. 28). When the camera back is opened the frame counter
will automatically reset to "S". The rewind lock release button
on the bottom of the camera will pop out to the normal position
when the film advance lever is advanced again. Your exposed
film should be processed without delay.
V. Self-timer/Audible signal on-off switch
Your CHINON CP-5s program
camera is equipped with an
electronic self-timer with a red
LED indicator, together with a
piezo ceramic buzzer (audible
signal).
Thin self-timer switch also functions as an audible signal on-off switch. The built-in self-timer
electronically delays the shutter release for ten seconds. The camera should be mounted on a firm
support during self-timer operation. To activate the self-timer, place the self-timer switch to the upper
position and depress the shutter release button (Fig. 29, 30). You will notice the red self-timer LED
blinking with the piezo ceramic buzzer (audible signal) and two seconds before the shutter release
the flashing frequency will increase giving you or your audience time to smile. The self-timer may also
be utilized for releasing the shutter at low shutter speeds when a cable release is not available. If you
decided not to use the self-timer, you can cancel it even after it has started to operate. Just return the
self-timer switch to the normal position for cancellation.
NOTE: When utilizing the self-timer with the exposure mode select dial set at "P" or "A", it is
recommended to block the viewfinder with an eyepiece cover or similar item to prevent extraneous
light from interfering with the automatic exposure system of the camera (Fig. 31 ).View original page 13Page 15 · Read text
2. A few seconds after your CHINON flash is turned to the "ON"
position, the flash ready light will illuminate. When the flash has
reached adequate power, the camera's shutter speed is
automatically set to the 1/100 sec., and 1/125 sec. shutter speed
indicator (green) will blink, signaling the camera flash is ready to
operate (Fig. 35).
3. With the exposure mode select dial set at "A", after the picture
has been taken and before the flash has recycled, the camera will
automatically switch to the automatic exposure mode until the flash
has once again recycled.
Other electronic flash units can be
utilized with your CHINON CP-5s
program camera. However, if the
unit does not incorporate a built-in
hot shoe, a P.C. cord must be
connected to the "X"
synchronization terminal on your
CP-5s program camera for proper
flash synchronization. Also the
exposure mode select dial must be
set to the "X" position (Fig.
36). NOTE: It is advisable to use
only CHINON dedicated flash units
or units designed specially for use
on CHINON cameras.
(Webmaster): Any auto (non-
dedicated flash) will work with this
camera. They can be expensive
units to $30 units. By placing the
flash in AUTO mode, look at your
film ASA and distance to your
subject. Set your camera to manual,
at 1/60 sec. or "X" and to the F-stop
stated on the flash. Some flash units
will have multiple colors (flash
power) and have more than one F-
stop. These determine the max.
distance to the subject.View original page 15Page 16 · Read text
NOTE: When "FP" or "M" type flash bulbs are used, the shutter speed must be set to 1/15 sec. or slower. Use
of a tripod is always recommended. For details on "Slow Synchronization", refer to "SYSTEM OPERATION".
FOR ADVANCED USE:
I. Multi-mode metering system
By simply switching the metering select lever,
SPOT metering and center weighted AVERAGE
metering plus capability of measuring light in
accordance with the averaged reading of SPOT and
center weighted AVERAGE metering (SPOT
AVERAGE) can be obtained regardless of the AE
mode chosen.
1. AVERAGE: center weighted average metering method
This metering system is considered as the conventional way to measure light. The light value of the subjects
placed in the viewfinder is measured evenly with the stress on the light value in the center of the composition.
Simply set the Metering Mode Select Lever to the AVG position to employ this metering mode (Fig. 38).
2. SPOT: spot metering method
This method to measure a light value of
the subject placed in the center of the
viewfinder, which covers about 2% of
the total picture area. The spot metering
system measures the area covered by the
split-image and microprism part of the
focusing screen.
This method is extremely useful when there is a big gap between light and dark areas of the subject, e.g. when
taking pictures of a subject with direct sunlight toward the camera (backlit conditions), or of a subject spot-lit
with a dark background. 1.) Set the Metering Mode Select Lever to the SPOT position (Fig. 39). 2.) The
shutter release button depressed halfway, the SPOT digital LED in the viewfinder (red) and the selected shutter
speed at this SPOT metering mode will light up (Fig. 40).
NOTE: When using a PL filter in the SPOT mode, be sure to use a circular Polarized Light (PL) filter for best
results.View original page 16Page 17 · Read text
3. SPOT-AVERAGE: averaged reading of SPOT and center weighted AVERAGE metering ("A" mode)
This unique SPOT-AVERAGE metering method is to measure light
in accordance with averaged reading of "spot" and "center weighted
average" metering. This method of light measuring is useful in such
cases when taking pictures of a scene in extremely backlit condition,
or when there is a big gap between brightness of a main subject and
background-under these conditions, AVERAGE metering will be
much affected by the background brightness while SPOT metering
will only measure the light in the center. 1.) Set the Exposure Mode
Select Dial to the "A" position, the Metering Mode Select lever to the
"AVG" position (Fig. 41). 2.) Look through the viewfinder compose
the picture and focus.
3.) Depress the shutter release button halfway and at the same time depress the Manual Shutter Speed Select
Button once which will instantly memorize the center weighted averaged metering data (Fig. 42). 4.) Continue
to depress the shutter release button halfway and center the main part of the subject in the spot metering zone,
then set the Metering Mode Select lever to the "SPOT' position (Fig. 43). Instantaneously the camera will
compute the averaged reading of the center weighted average metering and spot metering, giving an audible
signal.
NOTE: In the viewfinder, the shutter speed digital LED at SPOT AVERAGE metering blinks, and the spot-
metered shutter speed digital LED lights up.
5.) While keeping the shutter release button halfway depressed, compose the picture and release the shutter.
NOTE: The SPOT-AVERAGE metering cannot be used in program modes (P1 or P2). Please use "A" mode for
SPOT-AVERAGE metering.
II. Exposure Memory
Under normal circumstances your CHINON CP-5s will produce perfectly exposed photographs, due to the
integrated automatic exposure circuitry. However, some lighting conditions might occur that could misguide the
system, such as subjects with a very high contrast or strongly backlit scenes. In such cases the exposure memory
should be used.
1. Exposure memory at SPOT metering mode. Exposure memory
lock is executed by depressing the shutter release button halfway at
the "A" mode. Center the main part of the subject in the spot metering
zone with the Metering Mode Select Lever set in the "SPOT" position
and depress the shutter release button halfway to memorize the
exposure, giving an audible signal (Fig. 44).
While keeping the shutter release button halfway depressed,
recompose the picture as you desire and release the shutter. The spot-
metered shutter speed indicator in the viewfinder will flicker, and the
metered shutter speed at the time of recomposing will stay lit:View original page 17Page 18 · Read text
2. Exposure memory at AVERAGE metering mode
1. ) Make sure that the exposure mode select dial is set to the "A"
position. 2.) Look through the viewfinder and center your subject in
the split micro prism center spot, and depress the shutter release
button halfway. 3.) Then press the manual shutter speed select button
once which will instantly memorize the light value of the subject
(indicated by an audible signal). Once the manual shutter speed button
is depressed, there is no need to hold it further, as long as the shutter
release button is halfway depressed (Fig. 45).
4.) Focus and compose the subject in the viewfinder as you desire then press the shutter release button all the
way to take the photograph.
NOTE: When the exposure mode select dial is set to the program mode (P1 or P2), exposure will not be
memorized.
I. Two-stage programmed AE
The CP-5s camera is designed with a two-stage program, which
gives you greater photographic versatility: select either program
based on your photographic needs via the one touch lever (Fig.
37).View original page 18Page 20 · Read text
3. Programmed AE mode warning and aperture setting.
(Table C) Unlike other program cameras,
CHINON CP-5s camera accepts any existing "K"
mount lenses even in the program mode.
Generally, you should set the aperture at its
minimum setting. Although you can take a
perfectly exposed picture at any aperture setting,
the applicable programmed range is limited in
this connection, thus the program AE mode
warning LED is useful to check the lens aperture
setting for program mode. The programmed AE
mode warning "P" LED will "flicker" when the
lens aperture is within four stops of the full
opening aperture. Set the aperture within the
range so that the warning LED will not "flicker".
Follow your own photographic needs; however,
in such a case for instance, using 50mm f1.4 lens
with its f/stop set at 5.6, the camera is controlled
by the program characteristics of f/1.4 through
f/5.6, beyond f/5.6, camera is controlled by the
aperture priority automatic exposure mode (See
table C).
IV. Taking pictures in A mode
After you have set the exposure mode
select dial (to "A") and desired
aperture, the camera will
automatically select the stepless
shutter speed from 8 sec. to a fast
1/1000 sec. "A" mode is convenient
for taking picture at specific aperture
settings based on your individual
needs.
1. Set the exposure mode select dial
to the "A" position. Set the desired
aperture by rotating lens aperture ring
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2. When the shutter release button is depressed halfway, the exposure control circuit is
energized and will be in the monitoring stage (Fig. 39). You can see the computerized shutter
speed displayed in the viewfinder by green and yellow LED's (Fig. 40).
* If the lens F stop or the aperture size
is too large for the lighting condition,
the red over exposure indicator (third
from the top of the scale) will glow,
giving double audible buzzer signals
(Fig. 41). When this happens, stop
down the lens diaphragm by turning
the lens F stop ring or use a film with
a lower ASA number. Another
alternative is to use a ND (neutral
density) filter in front of the lens.
* If the displayed speed is 1/30 or slower (yellow LED's with audible signal), use of a tripod is
recommended, or you can increase the shutter speed by opening the lens diaphragm. Use of a
flash unit is also suggested.
* If the computed shutter speed is even longer than 8 sec. (semi darkness condition) the under
exposure indicator (red LED with double audible signal) at the bottom of the scale will light up
(Fig. 42). Open the lens diaphragm by turning aperture ring, use a film with a higher ASA
number or use a flash.
V. Taking a picture in M mode
You can manually control the CHINON
CP-5s when the camera is set to the "M"
mode. Just one push of the manual shutter
speed select button selects the desired
shutter speed and the audible signal will be
heard when correct exposure is obtained.
Furthermore, CHINON CP-5s program
camera is equipped with convenient
"power-hold circuitry".
* Manual shutter speed select button
1. Set the exposure mode select dial to the "M" mode position (Fig. 43).
2. When the shutter release button is depressed halfway the 1/125 shutter speed LED will blink and the
metered shutter speed will be displayed (Fig. 44).View original page 21Page 22 · Read text
3. Select the desired shutter speed by depressing the shutter speed select button. The shutter speed LED
indicator increases step by step as you press the button.
4. When you press both shutter release button and manual shutter speed select button, the shutter speed
LED indicator decreases step by step.
* There are two methods of selecting the correct exposure (M mode)
1. In the Shutter Speed Preferred Selection: set the required shutter speed.
Rotate the lens aperture ring until the
selected shutter speed and the metered
speed are matched up on the scale in
the viewfinder (Fig. 45).
2. In the Aperture priority AE: Set the required aperture on the lens. Change shutter speed until both
LED's are coincident (Fig. 53).
* Other features at M mode
1. Power-hold circuitry: One push of the shutter release button holds the camera
circuitry for 30 seconds.
2. S.C.S. (Shutter speed Change Signal): An audible signal will be heard when the
manual shutter speed changes. When the correct exposure (shutter speed) is obtained,
a longer audible signal is heard.
3. M.E.S. (Manual Exposure Signal): For the shutter speed preference (#1 above), an
audible signal is heard when the correct exposure aperture is obtained.
NOTE: At "M" mode, the camera shake and over/under warning audible signals are not
operative.View original page 22Page 23 · Read text
VI. Exposure Compensation (at "P" or "A" mode)
Your CHINON CP-5s program camera incorporates an exposure
compensation dial which can be utilized for special purposes
such as bracketing exposure, compensation for back-lit or spot-
lit situations. If you would prefer darker or brighter pictures than
those obtained by the automatic exposure system, this feature is
very helpful.
You can change the exposure factor up to one full stop either plus or minus in 1/3 EV
increments.
Pull out and turn the film speed dial to the desired position (Fig. 51).
NOTE: After exposures have been made, be sure to return the dial to the normal exposure
position.
IV. Exposure Memory
Under normal circumstances your CHINON CP-5s program camera will produce perfectly
exposed photographs, due to the integrated automatic exposure circuitry. However some
lighting conditions might occur that could misguide the system such as subjects with a very
high contrast or strongly back-lit scenes. In such cases the exposure memory feature should
be used.
1. Make sure that the exposure mode select dial is set to the
"A" position (Fig. 47).
2. Depress the shutter release button half way and measure the
light on the main part of the subject you want to shoot excluding
all unnecessary light from the side or background (Fig. 48).
Then press the manual shutter speed select button once which
will instantly memorize the light value of the subject giving an
audible signal (Fig. 49). Once the button is depressed, there is
no need to hold the manual shutter speed select button further
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