Minolta Freedom Zoom 130 Minolta RIVA Zoom 130 User manual

Read and understand  all warnings and cautions before using this product.
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Using batteries improperly can cause them to leak harmful solutions, overheat,
or explode which may damage property or cause personal injury. Do not ignore
the following warnings.
. Only use the batteries specified in this instruction manual.
. Do not install the batteries with the polarity (+l-) reversed.
. Do not use batteries which show wear or damage.
. Do not expose batteries to fire, high temperatures, water, or moisture.
. Do not attempt to recharge, short, or disassemble batteries.
. Do not store batteries near or in metallic products.
. Do not use leaking batteries. lf fluid from the batteries enters your eye,
  immediately rinse the eye with plenty of fresh water and contact a doctor.  lf
  fluid from the batteries makes contact with your skin or clothing, wash the area
  thoroughly with water.

. Tape over lithium battery contacts to avoid short-circuiting during disposal;
  always follow local regulations for battery disposal.
. Do not disassemble this product. Electric shock may cause injury if a high
  voltage circuit inside the product is touched. Take the product to a Minolta
  Service Facility when repairs are required.
. lmmediately remove the batteries and discontinue use if the camera is
  dropped or subjected to an impact in which the interior, especially the flash
  unit, is exposed. The flash has a high voltage circuit which may cause an
  electric shock resulting in injury. The continued use of a damaged product or
  part may cause injuries.
. Keep batteries or small parts that could be swallowed away from infants.
  Contact a doctor immediately if an object is swallowed.
. Store this product out of reach of children. Be careful when around children,
  not to harm them with the product or parts.
. Do not fire the flash directly into the eyes. lt may damage eyesight.
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. Do not fire the flash at vehicle operators.  lt may cause a distraction or
  temporary blindness which may lead to an accident.
. Do not look directly at the sun or strong light sources through the viewfinder. lt
 may damage your eyesight or cause blindness.
. Do not expose this product to liquids or operate this product with wet hands. lf
  liquid enters the product, immediately remove the batteries and discontinue
  use. The continued use of a product exposed to liquids may cause damage or
  injury through fire or electric shock.
. Do not use the product near inflammable gases or liquids such as gasoline,
  benzine, or paint thinner. Do not use inflammable products such as alcohol,
  benzine, or paint thinner to clean the product. The use of inflammable cleaners
  and solvents may cause an explosion or fire.
.  lf the product emits a strange odor, heat, or smoke, discontinue use.
  lmmediately remove the batteries taking care not to burn yourself. The
  continued use of a damaged product or part may cause injuries.
. Take the product to a Minolta Service Facility when repairs are required.
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cAUTroN         a. Do not use or store the product in a hot or humid environment such as the
  glove compartment or trunk of a car. lt may damage the product and batteries
 which may result in burns or injuries caused by heat, fire, explosion, or leaking
  battery fluid.
.  lf batteries are leaking, discontinue use of the product.
. The lens retracts when the camera is turned off or the auto-power-off  function
  is activated. Touching the lens barrel while it is retracting may cause injury.
. Do not fire the flash while it is in contact with people or objects. The flash unit
  discharges a large amount of energy which may cause burns.




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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate
the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.



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lf this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
. lncrease the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
. Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
  receiver is connected.
. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
              This mark on your camera certifies that this camera meets the
               requirements  of the EU (European Union) concerning interference causing
             equipment regulations. CE stands for Conformit6 Europ6enne (European
                Conformity).


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DATA PANEL   Only the necessary indicators will appear on the data panel.
          Date/Time display          Self-timer indicator (47)
               (Quartz-date  model only) (49)                                                           Battery-condition indicator (1 6)

                                                   Frame counter (19)

                                                                    Film-transport  signals (1 9)

        Flash mode indicators                                Cartridge mark (20)
                ^1. Autoflash
               ^ie Autoflash with red-eye reduction            r  Fill flash
       o Flash cancel
            r-B Night Portrait (with red-eye reduction)
               0..^ Landscape/Night view
        0 Exposure Compensation
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Your camera uses one 3-volt CR123A or DL123A lithium battery.

                                            1. Open the battery-chamber door
                              by sliding the battery-chamber
                                  release in the direction
                                     indicated.





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     . Quartz-date model:The date and time must be reset (p 50).
     . When changing batteries, make sure the main switch is off.
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2. Insert the battery matching the positive
  terminal mark inside the battery chamber-
  door, then click the door closed.





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Each time the camera is turned on, a symbol will appear on the data panel to
indicate the power status of the battery.

                             Briefly appears. Power is sufficient for
                                    all camera operations.
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                        Replace the battery. The shutter will
                          lock until the battery is replaced.

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1. Slide the back-cover release
                           down to open the back cover.ffil\W]
WThis camera has a safety-lock feature that prevents the camera fromFl.EJ   being opened accidentally when film is loaded. The film-chamber lock
      should automatically release when the film is rewound.
      . Use only 35mm, DX-coded film rated between ISO 25 and 3200.
      . Do not use Polaroid instant 35mm film. Winding problems may occur.
     . ISO 400 film is recommended  for best results.
      . Always load and unload film in subdued light.
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2.Place the film cartridge into the
                                       film chamber. Extend the film
                                    leader to the "FILM TlP" mark,
                              making sure it lays flat.
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            lf the film tip extends beyond the index mark, push the excess film backFl.HJ   into the cartridge.
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3. Close the back cover.
                                    . The film automatically advances to the first frame
                       and o--i appears on the data panel.
                               .  lf the film has been loaded improperly, _ {  will
                                 blink on the data panel and the shutter willRe                          remain locked. Open the back cover and repeat
                             the loading procedure.



    . Once the film is loaded, the back cover will lock preventing accidental
    opening until the film is rewound (film chamber lock).
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Your camera automatically rewinds the film after the last exposure is taken.
               When o blinks on the data panel, open the
                    back cover and remove the film.





    When you want to rewind quietly (silent rewind), push the manual-rewind
      button while the film is rewinding (p.23).

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.  lf the rewind motor stops before the film has been completely rewound, allthe
  indicators will blink. Remove and insert the battery or press the manual-rewind
  button.
.  lf the back cover does not open, turn the main switch off and on to release
  the film chamber lock.
. Although more pictures than specified on the roll may be taken, the film
  processor may not print more than the number specified on the film cassette.





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MANUAL REWIND
              To rewind before the end of the roll, turn the camera on
               and gently press the manual rewind bottun using the
                 button key on the strap.





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SILENT REWIND
This camera has a silent-rewind function to minimize the noise of film
rewinding. Use the silent-rewind mode when the rewinding noise would be
distracting such as during a wedding ceremony.
                            Press the manual-rewind button while
          I  rtr nl-            the film is rewinding. Press the button     -5i
                              again to return to normal winding speed.        o  if,                                        . SlLEnt appears on the data panel to
                                        indicate the silent-rewind mode.


     . The mode will remain selected for rewinding the next time.
    . Rewinding  in this mode takes longer than normal rewinding.
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1. Press the main switch to turn
                               the camera on.
                                            . Auto Power Off: To conserve power, the
                             camera automatically turns off if it is not
                                 operated for more than 8 minutes.

. Do not obstruct or hold the lens barrel.
                                  2. Hold the camera steady, making
                           sure your fingers do not cover the
                                flash, lens, or AF windows.
                                       . As shown, for vertically framed pictures, turn
                                  the camera so the flash is on top.


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4, Place the focus frame on the subject
                                    . and press the shutter-release button
                           partway down.                                   mr

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^ The ready lamp will light to indicate the status of the camera.
                                On: Focus locked
                                          Off: Flash charging
                                         Blinks quickly: Subject is too close
                                         Blinks slowly: Camera shake warning

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