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Chinon DP-5 User manual
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INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the exciting world of CHINON Photography!
Your Chinon DP-5 camera is the most sophisticated 35mm SLR available from CHINON. The DP-5 is a true
pioneer of Muti-programmed 35mm SLR cameras leads the way in Freedom of Choice with it's versatile
"Double-Program" and standard "K"- Mount design. The two-stage programmed AE allows you to shoot fast
moving or slow moving subjects to allow maximum versatility with your creative photographic needs.
Employing a full information electronic viewfinder with variable intensity LED's, the DP-5 program camera is
extremely easy to operate even under the most adverse lighting conditions.
Your DP-5 program camera is designed with built-in electronic auto focus contacts that 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.
[Mike: finding these AF lenses are next to impossible]
DESCRIPTION OF PARTS
1. Manual shutter speed select button/Exposure
6. Exposure counter
memory button
7. Multiple exposure lever
2. Program mode selector
8. Self-timer LED
3. Shutter release button
9. Shoulder strap eyelet
4. Exposure mode select dial
10. Auto-Focus electronic contacts
5. Film advance leverView original page 3Page 4 · Read text
11. Self-timer/Audible signal on-off switch
17. Film speed dial (ISO/ASA)
12. Power grip attachment screw
18. F stop window
13. Lens lock release lever
19. Aperture ring Depth of field scale X sync
socket Focusing ring
14. Power grip (battery compartment)
20. Depth of field scale
15. Accessory flash shoe (hot shoe)
21. X sync socket
16. Film rewind knob and back opening knob
22. Focusing ring
23. Viewfinder eyepiece
31. Sprocket teeth
24. Metal focal plane shutter
32. multi-slotted film take-up spool
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 (with power winder only, PW-
610 or 600)
36. Auto Date electronic contacts
29. Power winder electronic contacts
37. Rewind button
30. Tripod socketView original page 4Page 5 · Read text
SPECIFICATIONS: CHINON DP-5
TYPE ....... 35mm automatic compact SLR camera with TTL full aperture programmed AE (instant stop down
re-metering), Aperture priority AK, and manual exposure system.
LENS MOUNT.......................... Universal bayonet (PENTAX "K"- type) mount with built-in active AF lens
contacts (for accessory lens).
FILM FORMAT AND FRAME SIZE ....................35mm film; 24x36mm
SHUTTER ................................ Electromagnetically controlled, vertically moving, metal focal plane shutter,
stepless speeds from 30 sec. to 1/1000 sec. on automatic, 14 speeds from 8 to 1/1000 sec. on manual exposure
(Viewfinder indication to 8 sec.). Electronically controlled automatic and manual exposure.
SHUTTER RELEASE ............... Electromagnetic type shutter release with safety lock (off) and provision for
cable release.
SELF-TIMER ........................... 10 seconds delay with LED (light emitting diode) and electronic sound
warning.
VIEWFINDER .......................... Field of view covers 92% horizontally and vertically. Viewing Magnification
0.87X (with 50mm f/1.4 and f/1.7 lenses). 18 LED's indicate shutter speeds (green), over/under exposure (red),
slow shutter speeds warning (yellow), flash ready (red), and program AE (green), Aperture visible in
viewfinder.
FOCUSING........... Split-image spot in microprism band
EXPOSURE METER.................. TTL full open metering for center-weighted average light reading;
employing silicon blue cell.
PROGRAMMED AE MODE .......
Two stages available:
AP: The "ACTION PROGRAM" mode is designed for fast moving objects. Lens aperture stays wide
open up to a shutter speed of 1/60 sec. Between 1/60 - 1/1000 sec., the aperture varies in accordance
with the programmed shutter speed.
CP: The "CREATIVE PROGRAM" mode is designed for maximum depth of field . Lens aperture stays
wide open up to the shutter-speed of 1/8 sec. At f aster than 1/8 sec., the aperture varies in accordance
with the programed shutter speed.
Programmed AE Mode Warning:
Built-in with flashing "PROG" LED, when the aperture is set within 4 stops from full aperture opening.
Beyond 4 stops from full aperture opening, "PROG" LED will remain "ON" at program AE mode.
Manual Shutter Speed Selector:
One-touch activation type by pressing the shutter release button half way. 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. with LED indication in viewfinder.View original page 5Page 6 · Read text
S.C.S.(Shutter Speed Change Signal):
Built-in with audible buzzer signal when the proper exposure is achieved by turning aperture ring.
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 see, under/aver warning with double audible signal.
EXPOSURE COUPLING RANGE .......EV +I - EV 19 (with ISO/ASA 100 film, 50mm f/1.4 Lens) EV+ 1.5 -
EV I9 (with ISO/ASA 100 film, 50mm f/1.7 lens)
FILM SPEED RANGE ............. ISO/ASA 25-3200 with 1/3 EV segment.
"X" SYNCHRONIZATION ........... "X" f lash sync at 1/100 sec.
FLASH TERMINAL .................... X sync. contact
SLOW FLASH SYNC..................1/60 sec. or slower in manual exposure mode.
ACCESSORY SHOE ..................Hot Shoe (with Flash Ready Signal Contact)
Flash Synchro contact
EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT ....... Built-in, +I EV to - I EV in 1/3 EV increments.
Exposure memory System
FILM ADVANCE ....................... Single stroke film advance lever with 130 winding angle and 25 stand-off,
Automatic winding possible by mounting Chinon Autowinder
FILM LOADING...................... Multi-slotted spool type
EXPOSURE COUNTER ............. Additive, automatic resetting
MULTIPLE EXPOSURE ............. Built-in switch which disengages film advance and film counter
FILM REWIND .......................... Film Rewind Crank System
MIRROR ................................... Quick return mirror
BACK COVER ........................... Hinged type, opened by pulling up Film Rewind Knob
POWER SOURCE ................ Three 1.5V "AAA" (AM-4) Alkaline batteries
AUTO-OFF POWER SYSTEM..... 30 sec. in manual exposure mode
BATTERY CHECK ........... Built-in with LED indicatorView original page 6Page 7 · Read text
DIMENSIONS ............................5.35" (W) x 3.46" (H) x 2.01" (D) (body only)
WEIGHT ...................................18.34 oz (body only)
WEIGHT OF STD. LENSES ......... 50mm f/1.4: 7.5 OZ, 50mm f/1.7: 5.9 oz
1. ATTACHING THE VIEWFINDER CAP AND STRAP
Viewfinder Cap
For instructions on how to use the Viewfinder Cap, read the section on Self-Timer Photography and Use of the
Viewfinder Cap.
Shoulder Strap
1. Put the strap through the Strap Eyelets and adjust to the correct length.
Place the end of the shoulder strap through the eyelet ring (Fig. l ).
Place the end of the strap through plastic holder and adjust the length of the strap (Fig. 2).
Pass the strap through the metal adjustment buckle to secure (Fig. 3).
2. CHANGING LENSES
Your CHINON DP-5 program camera is equipped with a standard "K"- type bayonet mount which accepts all
interchangeable lenses with the "K" bayonet mount.
To Remove the Lens from the Camera
1. Depress the Lens Release Lever, and turn the lens in
the direction of the arrow (Fig. 4).
To Mount the Lens on the Camera
1. Line up the red dot on the lens mount with the
matching red dot on the camera body (Fig. 5).View original page 7Page 8 · Read text
2. When the lens has engaged, turn it in the direction of the arrow until it clicks into place. (Fig. 6).
* Indicator (0) on the lens rim shows filter size. For example, 49 (0) indicates a 49 mm filter. Refer to
this filter size when purchasing CHINON accessory filters.
3. INSERTING THE BATTERIES
The automatic exposure metering and shutter operation of this camera are powered by batteries, so it is
important to insert the batteries correctly for proper operation.
1. Turn the screw on the side of the power grip counterclockwise to remove the power grip from the camera
body (Fig. 7).
2. Place three 1.5V "AAA" alkaline batteries (AM-4) in the power grip as indicated (Fig. 8).
3. Attach the power grip to the camera body by turning the screw clockwise to secure it.View original page 8Page 9 · Read text
NOTE:
1. Make sure that the batteries are inserted correctly, i.e., check polarity (+ and -). The shutter will
operate only when batteries are correctly installed and not exhausted. When replacing batteries, replace
all three batteries at the same time.
2. When your camera is not used for a long period of time, remove the batteries. If batteries are dead or
improperly inserted, the shutter release button will not operate.
3. Generally, in cold conditions, the voltage of the batteries decreases, and this will impair the
functioning of the shutter and exposure meter. In these cases, either warm up the batteries or keep a
spare set warm in your pocket ready to insert just before shooting.
4. BATTERY TESTING
1. Set the exposure mode select dial to the "P" position
(Fig. 9).
2. Look through the viewfinder and depress the shutter
release button halfway down to confirm that at least
one of the LED indicators in the viewfinder
illuminates (Fig. 10).
3. If nothing illuminates, replace the batteries with a
fresh set or check to ensure that batteries are correctly
installed.
NOTE:
Battery testing cannot be accomplished with the exposure mode select dial set at the "OFF" or "B" position.
5. INSERTING FILMView original page 9Page 10 · Read text
(Always avoid direct sunlight when inserting film.)
1. Pull up the Film Rewind Knob until the Back cover
snaps open (Fig. 11).
2. Insert the film in the Film Chamber with the
protruding end of the cartridge positioned to the
bottom of the camera. Push the Film Rewind Knob
down to its former position (Fig. 12).
3. Insert the film leader into one of the slits on the Multi-Slot Film Take-up Spool (Fig. 13).
4. Turn the Exposure Mode Select Dial to the "M" or "X" setting. Then advance the film, making sure that the
sprocket holes on the film are fully engaged on the Sprocket Teeth. Close and press the Back Cover firmly to
lock it (Fig. 14).View original page 10Page 11 · Read text
5. Pull up the Film Rewind Crank and turn it gently in
the direction of the arrow until the slack in the film has
been taken up and the rewind knob stops. Do not force
this knob (Fig. 15).
6. Advance the film and press the Shutter Release
Button a few times until the number "1" appears in the
Exposure Counter (Fig. 16). As you advance the Film
Advance Lever, the Film Rewind Knob rotates
indicating that the film is properly advancing. 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 of the type of film and number of
exposures you are using.
When loading film, set your Exposure Mode Select Dial to "M" or "X" setting, rather than A or P. This
procedure will allow rapid advance to the number 1 position on the Exposure Counter. If A (Auto) or P
(program) is used during the film loading process, and the lens cap is left on the camera, a delay of up to 30
seconds may occur between depressions of the Shutter Release Button in advancing to the number 1 position.
Be sure to set the Shutter Speed Dial back to A or P before taking pictures.
When inserting film in cold conditions, the Film Leader may become hard and brittle. Consider warming the
leader in your hand prior to insertion to prevent leader breakage.View original page 11Page 12 · Read text
6. SETTING THE FILM SPEED
The film speed is the basic element for determining proper exposure, so please be sure to set the film speed
correctly. Film speed can normally be found on the film box or the film canister. Pull up the Film Speed Dial
and turn the dial to align the appropriate ISO/ASA number with the red index mark (FIG. 17). For example, if
the film speed is ISO/ASA 100, set "100" on the Film Speed Dial to the red index mark. Film speeds not
appearing on the Film Speed Dial may be set using the click-stop setting between the indicated numbers.
7. VIEWFINDER INFORMATION
1. Aperture
2. Flash ready LED (red)
3. Program AE indicator LED
(green)
4. Over exposure LED (red)
5. Shutter speed LED (green)
6. Slow shutter speed LED
(yellow)
7. Under exposure LED (red)
8. Shutter speed scale
9. Split image rangefinder
10. Microprism collar
11. Ground glassView original page 12Page 13 · Read text
8. I. Programmed Exposure mode ("P" mode)
Your CHINON DP-5 program camera automatically selects the most suitable combination of shutter speed and
aperture for the optimum exposure. The program mode is ideal for general picture taking and ease of operation,
eliminating troublesome exposure settings. The CHINON DP-5 program camera is also equipped with the
"DOUBLE" Program mode. The "AP" mode or "ACTION" mode, which selects the fastest practical shutter
speed, is recommended in most cases.
1. Set the Exposure Mode Select Dial to the Green "P"
position (Fig. 18).
2. Set the Program Mode Selector to the "AP" position
(Fig. 19).
3. Set the lens at its minimum aperture (Fig. 20). This
setting is color coded green on your standard 50mm
lens to match the green "P" setting on the Exposure
Mode Select Dial. Accessory lenses should also be set
at their minimum aperture.View original page 13Page 14 · Read text
4. While looking at the shutter speed indicator
scale in the viewfinder, slightly depress the
shutter release button.
The "PROG" LED and program selected
shutter speed LED indicators light up (Fig. 21).
Further pressure on the shutter button will
release the shutter.
* PROGRAM mode warning:
The "PROG" LED indicator (green) in the viewfinder will "flicker" when the lens aperture is set within four
stops of the lens full aperture opening. This is to warn you of the limited programmed exposure range. Beyond
four stops of full aperture opening, the "PROG" LED indicator will remain illuminated at the programmed
mode. Thus, set the lens aperture, so as not to cause the "Programmed AE mode warning LED" to flicker.
8. II. Two-stage programmed AE (For advanced use)
The DP-5 camera is designed with a two-stage program, which gives you greater photographic versatility: select
either program mode, based on your photographic needs, with the one-touch lever (Fig. 22).View original page 14Page 15 · Read text
1. Program AP (Table A) The AP mode selects maximum shutter speed to minimize camera shake, and is designed to be used when photographing "hi-speed" (moving) objects. This program mode allows you to stop action. 2. Program CP (Table B) The CP mode gives priority to the lens aperture, which affects the depth of field. This mode is convenient when taking pictures of hard-to-focus objects and when using wide angle lenses. This program mode seeks out the correct exposure with the smallest aperture (lens opening). Therefore you will achieve the greatest in-focus depth to your photos.View original page 15
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3. Programmed AE mode warning and aperture setting. (Table C) Unlike other program cameras, CHINON DP-5 camera accepts any existing "K" mount lens even in the program mode. Generally, you should set the aperture at its minimum setting (largest number on f-stop aperture ring). 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 "PROG" 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 the 50mm f 1.4 lens with its f/stop set at 5.6, the camera is controlled by the program characteristics of ft 1.4 through f/5.6, beyond f/5.6, the camera is controlled by the aperture priority automatic exposure mode (See table C).View original page 16
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9. AE (AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE)
PHOTOGRAPHY
Operating in the "A" setting, you select the aperture (f-
stop on the aperture ring) and the camera will
automatically select the appropriate shutter speed.
After you have set the Exposure Mode Select Dial to
"A" and the aperture ring to the desired f-stop, your
CHINON DP-5 camera will automatically select the
appropriate stepless shutter speed from 8 sec. to a fast
1/1000 sec. "A" mode is convenient for taking pictures
at specify aperture settings based on your individual
needs.
1. Set the "A" on the Exposure Mode Select Dial against the Shutter Speed Index Line
(Fig. 23).
2. Use the F-Stop Ring to set the desired f-stop number against the Index Line (Fig. 24).View original page 17Page 18 · Read text
3. When the shutter release button is depressed halfway, the exposure control circuit is energized and will be in
the monitoring stage (Fig. 25). You can see the computerized shutter speed displayed in the viewfinder by green
and yellow LED's (Fig. 26).
4. 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 to a larger aperture. Use of a flash unit is
also suggested.
5. When the Overexposure LED (third from the top of the scale with double audible signal)
(Fig. 27) or the Underexposure LED (at the bottom of the scale with double audible signal)
(Fig. 28) appears, you should select another f-stop number by turning the lens aperture ring, as the
exposure is incorrect.View original page 18Page 19 · Read text
F-STOP NUMBER GUIDE
The following f-stop settings are general guidelines for your use. However, you should remember to follow the
LED indicators in your viewfinder for proper exposure.
With ISO/ASA 100 Film
Lighting Conditions F-stop number range
Indoors f/1.7 - 2.8
Outdoors, cloudy f/4 - 5.6
Outdoors, sunshine f/8 - 11
Beach in mid-summer and snow scenes f/8 - 11
With ISO/ASA 400 Film
Lighting Conditions F-stop number range
Indoors f/4 - 5.6
Outdoors, cloudy f/8 - 11
Outdoors, sunshine f/16 - 22
Beach in mid-summer and snow scenes f/22 -
10. MANUAL PHOTOGRAPHY
You can manually control the CHINON DP-5 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, this program camera is equipped with
convenient "Power Hold Circuitry".View original page 19Page 20 · Read text
1. Set the Exposure Mode Select Dial to the "M" mode position (Fig. 29).
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. 30).
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. [Mike: you can keep on pressing the M and the speeds will
start from the top again.]
* There are two methods of selecting the correct exposure (M mode)
1. For Shutter-preferred exposure setting: Set the
required shutter speed. Rotate the lens aperture
ring until the selected shutter speed and the
metered speed are matched up (two dots
converge into one dot) on the scale in the
viewfinder (Fig. 31).View original page 20Page 21 · Read text
2. For Aperture-preferred exposure setting: Set the required aperture on the lens aperture ring. Change shutter speed until both LED's are matched up (Fig. 32) * Other features at M mode 1. Power-hold circuitry: A push of the Shutter Release Button halfway down, the camera circuitry stays on 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 double audible signal is heard. 3. M.E.S. (Manual Exposure Signal): For shutter speed preference, 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. 11. SHUTTER RELEASE AND RELEASE LOCK Your CHINON DP-5 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. 33). This position is also used when the camera is not to be used for a long time.View original page 21
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12. HOLDING THE CAMERA
Holding the camera correctly when shooting is very important.
1. The camera should be positioned on the palm of your left hand so that you can use your fingers to turn
the Focusing Ring of the lens easily.
2. The index finger of your right hand should rest lightly on the Shutter Release Button, while your right
hand holds the camera body lightly.
3. Your right arm should be in a comfortable position.
4. Keep your left arm resting lightly against your body, and the camera should just touch your forehead
when you look through the viewfinder.
* It is important to shoot with the correct body posture, to avoid blurred or tilted shots.
13. FOCUSING
Look through the viewfinder to compose your picture and focus by turning the Focusing Ring. You can focus
either by using the center Split-image Spot or the Micro-prism Image Band that surrounds the center circle.View original page 22Related documents and language editions
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