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Minolta Maxxum Dynax 2xi User manual
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- Minolta
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- Minolta Maxxum Dynax 2xi
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- English
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- 48
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READ ME FIRST!
Firstof all, thank,.youfor purchasingthis Maxxum,/Dynax2xi. Also, if this is
your first Minoltacamera,welcometo the Minoltafamily.
This instruction manual has been designed to help you get the most enjoy-
ment and use out of your new camera. lt is not necessary for you to read the
contents of this manual from cover-to-cover before you begin taking pictures.
lnstead, it is better that you read it in sections.
Begin by learning a little about the manual itself by reading th; TABLE OF
CONTENTS on p.2. This will give you an idea of kinds of information in-
cluded in the manual and the way in which it is organized. Next, pick up your
camera and, usino NAMES OF PARTS AND DISPLAYS, become familiar
with the layout ., its controls and indications. Continue to the next section,
PREPARATIONS, and follow along with your own camera by attaching the
neckstrap and a lens, inserting a battery, ect. When you are finished, read
SIMPLE OPERATION - THE BASICS thoroughly and you should be ready
to begin using your new camera. When you want to take more creative
control over your photography, OPERATIONS lN DETAIL will help you do
so. Finally, APPENDIX contains information about the camera and general
photography,whieh may be helpfulto you in the near future. Referto it as you
need.
A note about the indicatorswhich appear in this manual: a displaysurrounded
by star-burst rays such as)t':orjoi+neans that the indicator is blinking.
You are probablyanxious to begin, so good luck and we hope that this camera
will help you to discover and enjoy the many pleasures of the world of photo-
graphy.
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IMPORTANTINFORMATION
The Minolta Maxxum/Dynax 2xi was designed to work specificallywith
lenses,flash units, and other accessoriesmanufacturedand distributedby
Minolta. We thereforecautionusersof this camerathat the attachmentand/
or use of incompatibleproductswith the 2xi may result in unsatisfactory
performanceor damageto the cameraor its accessories.To obtainoptimum
performancethroughoutthe life of your Maxxum,/Dynax2xi, we recommend
Ithat you use only those lenses,flashes and other accessoriesdistributedby
Minoltaspecificallyfor use with this camera. I1
STATEMENTOF FCC COMPLIANCE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol- "I{:1
lowing two conditions: (1)This device may not cause harmful rr, ,f€rence. and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not approved by the party re- sponsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. j
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B I digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installa-
tion. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency-energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cduse harmful inter- !'j
ference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference l
will not occur in a particular installation. lf this equipment does cause harmful l
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 relocated the receiving antenna.
lncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver. i
Connect the equipment into 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.
STATEMENTOF DOC COMPLIANCE
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions
from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the
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NAMES OF PARTSAND DISPTAYS
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10
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12
15 14 13
1 . Shutter-settingcontrol 5. Program re-set button
(pp.3O,32, 33) Re-sets camera to autofocus
2. Shutter-releasebutton and programmed (P) autoex-
Pressingthis button partway posure modes.
down activatesautofocus and 6. Accessoryshoe
autoexposure. Also locks fo- 7. Main switch
cus on a stationary subject 8. Self-timerbutton (p.241
(p.23). 9. Aperture-settingcontrol
Pressing all the way down (pp.31,33)
takes a picture. 1O. Back-coverrelease(p 1 6)
3. Strap eyelet 1 1 . Lens releasg(p.11 )
4. Data panel (p.6) 12. Focus-modeswitch (p.27l.
13. Mirror*
14. Lens contacts*
15. Self-timerlight (p.24l.
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27
16. Filmchamber 22. Battery-coverrelease
17. Viewfinder eyepiece* 23. Guiderails
18. Spot-meteringbutton(pp.28,37) 24. Tripod socket
19. Filmwindow 25. Shutterx
20. Pressureplate* 26. Rewind butte6 (p.18)
21. Batterycover 27. DX contacts*
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M.FOCUS
PP
1. Selectablesetting pointers
Indicateswhich settingsare under manual control
2. Shutter-speeddisplay
Displayscurrent shutter speed setting
3. Aperture display
Displayscurrent aperture setting
4. Battery-conditionindicator(p.13)
5. Frame counter
Displayscurrent frame number
6. Film-transportsignals
7. Film cartridgemark (pp.15,18)
8. Exposure-modeindicators(p.3O)
9. Seff-timerindicator(p.24l.
1O. Manual-focusindicator(p.271
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PREPARATIONS
This sectionincludesthosethingswhich you shoulddo and understandbefore
you useyour camera. Readit thoroughlybeforeyou go on to SIMPLEOPER-
ATION or OPERATIONSlN DETAIL.
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PHELIMINARY A neckstrap is supplied with your camera. Attach it as shown above. Eyepiece and Accessory Shoe Cap An eyepiece cap is attached to the The camera also comeswith an ac- strap. Fasten it to the viewfinder cessoryshoe cap which protectsthe eyepiece whenever you use the self- accessory-shoecontacts.When you timer or make long exposures. To are using a flash or other accessory, attach the cap, snap it in place over slidethe accessoryshoe cap into the the eyepieceas shown above; pullto eyepiececap for safekeeping. remove.View original page 12
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LENS
Attaching
1. Turn the body cap and lens cap as
shown and remove them.
2. Align the red bead on the lens
barrel with the red dot on the cam-
era's lens mount. Fit the lens into
the mount and turn the lens clock-
wise until it locks in place with a
click.
Be careful...
. Do not force the lens if it does not turn smoothly.
o Never touch anything inside the camera, especiallythe lens contacts and
mrrror.
"--" will appear in the aperture display of the data
panel when you press the shutter-release button
partway down if.
o No lens is attached to the camera flu
o The lens is not attached properly
o The M/MZ switch on an xi-Series lens is set to
MZ
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Removing
1. Press the lens release and hold it
in while you turn the lens counter-
clockwise until it stops. Lift the lens
out of the mount.
2. lmmediately attach the rear cap to
the lens and the body cap or another
lens to the camera. This will protect
the lens elements, lens contacts,
and camera interior.
Care of Glass Surfaces
o Never touch any lens surfaces (including the eyepiece)with your fingers. lf
a lens becomes dirty, first gently clean it with a lens brush. Then, if necessary,
moisten a sheet of lens tissue with one drop of lens-cleaning fluid and,
starting from the center of the lens, wipe the glass using a circular motion.
o Never lift the mirror or touch its surface. This may impair its alignment or
scratch its face. Dust on the mirror's surface will not affect meter readings or
picture quality. lf it is distracing, have the camera cleaned at an authorized
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BATTERY
This camera uses a 6-volt 2CR5 lithium battery to supply power to all of its
operations. lf you are also using an xi-Series lens, the camera battery also
supplies power to the zoom motor built into the lens.
Inserting
1. Move the main switch to LOCK
and slide the battery cover release in
the direction indicated to open the
battery cover.
2. Insert the battery according to the
marks on the inside of the chamber
cover.
3. Snap the cover closed.
CAUTION
o Readand followall warningsand instructionssuppliedby the battery
manufacturer.
o Do not attemptto disassemble,recharge,or short-circuitthe battery. Do
not subject it to high temperaturesor fire. The battery may explodeand
causesevereburns.
o Keepbatteriesaway from small children.
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Whenever you move the main switch from LOCK to ON, one of the following
indicatorswill appear in the data panel. I
Indicator Meaning
1. Full-batterysymbolappearsfor 4 sec. after you
{z P turn cameraon-power is sufficient. flu
2. Low-batterysymbol appearsfor 4 sec. after you
turn camera on-power is sufficient,but getting {.2
low. Keep a fresh battery handy.
flu
3. Low-batterysymbolblinkswhile it appearswith
other operatingindicatorsat any time during use-
camera can be operated,but power is e)ftremely
flu low. The battery will need to be changed soon.
hn,:L 4. Blinking low-batterysymbol and bfrtt ap- pears, or no display appears at all, and shutter
locks-power is insufficient for operation. Re-
place the battery or check that the battery is in-
serted correctly.
o Indicator4 will appeareven while the main switch is set to LOCK.
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Battery Performance The 6-volt 2CR5 lithium batteryshould providesufficientpower for shooting up to 60 rolls of 24-exposurefilm without flash. Thesefigures are basedon Minolta'sstandardtest method using a fresh batteryat 68"F (20'C). Actual performancewill dependon how you use the camera. lf you install a new batterythat has been in prolongedstorage,the camera'sperfqrmancemay vary. Cold-Weather Operation Lithiumbatteriesperformwell in cold weather. However,if you plan to shoot many rolls of film outdoorsat temperaturesnear or below 32"F (OoC),we recommendthat you carrythe camerainsideyour coat to keep it warm while you are not shooting. You may also want to carry a spare battery in your pocketso that you can changethe camerabatteryif necessary.Do not discard a cold battery. After it warms up, it will regainsome of its charge. 1 4 www.orphancameras.comView original page 17
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FILM
Automatic Film Speed Setting
lf you use DX-coded film between ISO 25 and
lo?BJio["di*'il 5OOO,the camera will automatically set the cor- rect film speed when you insert the cartridge. t
For flash photography,Minolta recommends that
you use film between ISO 25 and 1000. lf you
use non-DX-coded film, the camera will auto-
matically set ISO 1OO.
Loading Film
Before you load a roll of film, always check the data panel. lf the film cartridge
is displayed, do not open the back cover. Check the film window and frame
counter to verify the type of film in the camera and the number of frames
remaining. (See p.18 for instructions on rewinding an unfinished roll of film.)
o Always load film in subdued light
or shade.
. Before you load film for the first
time, carefully remove and discard
the protective plastic cover over the
shutter.
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1 . Open the back cover by sliding the
back-cover release downward.
2. Place the film cartridge into the
film chamber and extend the leader
between the guide rails until the tip
is just past the film-leader index.
WRONG
O NEVERTOUCH THE SHUTTERCURTAINWITH YOUR FINGERSOR
WITH THE FILM TlP. lts precisiondesign makes it extremelysensitiveto
pressure.
o lf the film leaderis torn or crimped,it may not wind properly.
o lf the film tip extendsbeyondthe mark,gentlypushthe excessbackintothe
cartridge.
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3. Close the back cover and move
the main switch to ON. The camera
will automatically advance the film
to the first frame and 1 will appear in
the film counter.
Pfl u
o lf the film is loaded incorrectly, O will blink in the
frame counter and the shutter will remain locked.
o_itl Open the back cover and repeat steps 2 and 3.
o lf you accidentally open the back cover before you rewind the film, quickly
shut the back. The counter will reset to 1. Some of the pictures you have
already taken will be ruined or will be discolored along the edges.
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P. + '-- il-Et r. uff
After you have exposed the last frame, the camera will automatically rewind
the film. With a fresh battery, it takes about 18 sec. to rewind a 36-exposure
roll, or 12 sec. for a 24-exposure roll.
When the film has bben completely rewound, the motor will stop and the film-
cartridge mark in the data panel will blink to indicate that it is safe to open the
back cover.
Manual Start of Rewind
To begin rewind at any time, gently
press the film rewind button on the
bottom of the camera body.
o lf the motor stops before the film is
completely rewound, insert a fresh
battery.
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SIMPLECIPERATIOru
- THE BASICS
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This brief section is intended to help you get started using your new camera. lt
explains the simplest method of operation-with programmed autoexposure
and autofocus. Details on each of the camera's functions begins on p.25 in
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HOLDINGTHE CAMERA Hold the grip firmly in your right hand and use your left hand to support the camera body or lens barrel. Keep your elbows securely against your sides when shooting both horizontaland vertical pictures. Pressthe shutter-release button gently in a single, steady motion-never with a quick jab. Always keep the camera strap around vour neck or wound around one wrist. o Do not touch the focusing ring of an AF lens or the end of the lens barrel of an xi-Series Autozoom lens or AF Power Zoom lens while autofocus is operaung. 20 www.orphancameras.comView original page 23
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TAKING PICTURES
1. Slide the main switch to ON and
press the program-reset button.
o Pressing the program-reset button
SetS the camera to prograrnmed
autoexposure (P) mode and auto-
focus. Also, if a flash is attached
this sets auto switchover flash (see
flash manual for details)"
2. Hold the camera as described on
p.20.
3. Place your main subject ,n ,n" I
focus frame and oress the shutter-
release button partway down to
activate autofocus and autoexpo-
sure.
4. When either the continuousauto-
focus (o) or focus lock indicator o
appears in the viewfinder (see next
page), press the shutter-release but-
ton all the way down to take the pic-
ture.
After the picture has been taken, the
camera will automatically advance J the film to the next frame and will
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Focus Signals
One of the followingfocus signalswill appearin the viewfinderwhen you
pressthe shutter-releasebuttonpartwaydown.
Signal Meaning
( o ) Continuous autofocus*
o Focus is locked (stationary subject)
).3 (btinkins) Focus cannot be confirmed (see p.26)
* This appears when continuous autofocus is functioning (when subject is
moving) and before focus is locked (when subject is stationary).
o When V blinks in the viewfinder and an accessoryflash is not attached,the
required shutter speed is too slow to allow sharp photography without a tripod
or other camera support. You should either use a flash or attach the camera to
a tripod.
o This camera has PredictiveAF. When you take a picture of a moving subject,
the camera will calculate where the main subject will be when the shutter
curtain actually begins to make the exposure. lt will then set the lens to focus
on this point before the mirror swings up. Extremely fast-moving subjects or
subjects which are rapidly changing speed or direction, however, may exceed
the capabilitiesof this system.
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