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Minolta SR-t 101 User manual
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- Minolta SR-t 101
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Since the inception of through-the-lens exposure measuring for single-lens-reflex cameras, several systems have been developed. Some "spot" read only a very small part of the total area. Other systems provide an "average" reading composed of independent measure- ments taken by two cells which is not accurate in hi gh-contrast situations. Only the Minolta SR-T 101 has an exclusive new type of circuit (CLC) to provide optimum reading of the entire picture area regardless of degree of contrast. In addition to its more accurate exposure meter system, your Minolta SR-T 101 is designed to handle more easily, with greater speed, than other "through- the-lens metering" cameras. The ability to compose, focus, set exposure and shutter speed without looking away from the finder makes the Minolta SR-T 101 particularly suitable for professional photography, when operating speed is often of vital importance. (All illustrations used in this book- let are with the standard F1,4 lens. There is, however, no fundamental difference in usage between the MC standard F1.4 and the other MC standard lenses or MC interchangeable lenses. )View original page 2
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NAMES OF PARTS
Film Rewind Crank and
Back Cover Release Knob
Accessory Shoe
Pentaprism
Shutter and ASA Speed Dial
Film Advance Lever
Shutter Release Button Mike Butkus Digitally DN:email=mike@butkus.org,Date:cn=Mike2024.04.18signedButkus,by14:10:35Mikeo=ButkusButkusc=US-04'00'camera manuals, ou=butkus.org,
Frame Counter
Lens Release Button
Meter CouPler
Depth-of-Field Scale
Mirror Lock-UP Button
Diaphragm R ing
Distance Scale
Self-Timer Lever
Focusing Ring
Rokkor Lens
Diaphragm Stop-Down ButtonView original page 5Page 6 · Read text
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Rewind Shaft
Film Cartridge Chamber
Finder Eyepiece
Battery Switch
Focal Plane Shutter
Tripod Socket
Sprocket
Battery Cover
Film Rewind Button
Film Take-Up Spool
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MAJOR FEATURES OF THE MINOLTA SR.T 101
1. Rapid-Reading Through-the-Lens Exposure b) Automatically corrects for changes in light
System intensity from one section of the picture
a) Exposure readings are taken with lens at full area to another, thus providing an optimum
aperture for rapid composing and focusing overall reading.
regardless of subject brightness. c) Oversize, instant return mirror prevents
b) "Follower-type" needles in viewfinder show image cutoff and incorrect exposure read-
correct exposure at a glance, with any ings no matter how long the focal length of
combination of aperture and shutter speed. lens.
c) Shutter speed scale is visible in viewfinder d) Unique positioning of CdS cells prevents
but outside of "live" picture area. incorrect readings due to light entering
d) Only the light that strikes the film is viewf inder.
measured, thus eliminating the need to
compensate for changes in lens focal length 3. World-Renowned Rokkor Lenses
or compute exposure factors for filters, Superior resolving power resulting from the
bellows or other lens attachments. combi nation of rare earths, patented Achro-
matic coating and computer design.
2. Combines the Advantages of "Spot" and
"Averaging" Exposure Reading Systems 4. Complete System of Lenses and Accessories
a) Exclusive "CLC" Metering System (Contrast for Maximum Versatility
Light Compensator) maintains extreme ac- Almost all Rokkor lenses designed for use
curacy regardless of lighti ng situation, even with the Minolta SR-1, SR-3 and SR-7 can
with high-contrast subjects. be used with the Minolta SR-T 101 by
means of the stop-down light measuri ng
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www.butkus.us SPECIFICATIONS OF THE MINOLTA SR.T 101 -35mm single-lens-reflex camera with through-the-lens exposure meter- Standard lens MC Rokkor 58mm F11.4 (F1.2 or 55mm F11.7l equipped with meter coupler Composition: 6 elements in 5 groups Coating: Achromatic coating Angle of view: 41" with 58mm lens (43o with 55mm lens) Diaphragm: Fully automatic Diaphragmscale: n.2l',1.4,(1.7]',2,2.8,4,5.6,8, ll,l6withequal-spaceandintermediateclickF_stoDs Filter mount: @55mm (652mm), screw-in Shade mount: @55mm (O52mm), screw-in Lens mount: SR bayonet mount Shutter Focal plane type speeds: B,1,112,114,118,1|ls,113o,1160,1112s,1/2so,1/b0o,and 1/10o0sec. Selector dial: Single, non-spinning, equal-space, click stop dial Sync. contact: FP (all speeds) and X (up to 1 /60 sec.) Self-timer: Time adjustable, 1O sec. maximum delay Film advance Lever type, quick advance winding with shutter cocking and double exposure prevention winding method: Single- or multiple-stroke, with 2oo free clearance Winding angle: 1 50" Frame counter: Automatic resetting counter showing number of exposed frames Film rewinding: Rapid rewinding with crank Frame size: 36 x 24mm Film: Standard 35mm tilm,12,2O,or 36 exposuresView original page 8
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Viewfinder Real-image type through fixed, eye-level pentaprism; exposure contfol needles (follower system),
battery check mark, and shutter speed scale visible in finder
Focusing screen: Central microprism with fine ground glass collar and field lens
lmage magnification: Life-size image viewing with 58mm lens at infinity
Exp,':;ure rlreter Through-the-lens metering system
Exposure meter: Contrast light compensator (CLC) with CdS meter, two cells on the pentaprism
Measurement: Measuring at full aperture coupled to shutter speed, aperture,
and film sPeed setting
Control: Follower-needle system viewed in the finder
Working range: EV 3 to EV 17 with ASA 100 film
DiaphrJgm ulutton: Depth-of-field preview button for MC Rokkor lenses;measuring (stop-down) button
for other than MC Rokkor lenses
9 DINFilm speed range: ASA - 39 6 - 6400, ASA/DlN conversion scale on camera back speed built-in dial; On shutterASA setting:
Battery: 1.35v mercury battery, Mallory PX-625 or equivalent
Switch: oN, oFF, and battery check switch on base of camera
Focusing Bright-screen with microprism and fine ground glass
Focusing distance: 60cm (2 ft.) to infinity
Focusing method: Direct helicoidfocusing with infrared index
Mirror Oversize quick-return mirror with lock-up device
Others Built-in accessory shoe
Size and werght Body only
Width 145mm (53la"l; Depth 48mm l1-718"1; Height 95mm 13-314"1;7O5g (.24.8 ozlView original page 9Page 10 · Read text
www.butkus.us PREPARATIONS BEFORE TAKING PICTURES Inserting the mercury battery 1. The Minolta SR-T 101 uses a 1.35v, 2. To install, remove the battery chamber button-shape mercury battery for photo- cover with your thumb by turning it graphic applications (Mallory PX-625, counterclockwise. Place the battery in the PX-13, Eveready EXP-62S, EPX-13 orequi- chamber with its plus side out and replace valent ) . the cover.View original page 10
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CAUTlON:
. Do not touch the battery terminals with
moist or dirty hands, as this can cause them
to deteriorate and make the battery inopera-
ti ve.
. Do not discard a mercury battery in a fire or
break it up.
. When the camera is not being used, it is
advisable to turn the battery switch on the
base of the camera to the "OFF" position.
.lf the camera is not to be used for over a
month, remove the battery and store it in a
dry, cool place.
. Before putting the battery back in the
camera, clean both sides of the battery and
the contact lead of the battery chamber with
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www.butkus.us Checking the battery power The battery checker is designed to check the 2. lf the indicator needle points to the battery output of the mercury battery. By taking a few check. mark as shown in the picture, the seconds to check battery output before starting battery can be regarded as functioningeach new roll of film, and particularly when properly. using the camera after it has been stored for an extended period of time or a new battery has CAUTION: been inserted, you can avoid poor exposure due . Do not leave switch setting at battery check to insufficient electric power. position as the continuous high battery drain 1. Turn the battery switch on the base of the will cause the battery to go "dead" in a few camera to the "8.C." position. hours.View original page 12
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Loading film
1. Raise the back cover open release knob
(which also incorporates the film rewind
knob) until some resistance is felt. With a
slight additional pull, the back cover will 2. lnsert the film leader into a slot in the film
automatically "pop" open. take-up spool as shown.
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4. Operate the film advance lever in several L1
"short" strokes until the film has begun to
3. Place the film cartridge into the film car- wind firmly around the take-up drum and
tridge chamber and push the back cover both sides of the film perforations are
release knob all the way down. (When in- securely engaged with the teeth of the
serting the film cartridge, its projecting cen- sprocket gear. lf the film advance lever locks
ter drum must be placed in a downward during this procedure, press the shutter
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5. Close the camera back once you are certain
that the film is winding securely on the
take-up spool and engaged with on both
sorockets, 6. Advance the film and press the shutter
Rotate the film rewind crank gently in the release button. ReDeat this action until the
direction of the arrow to makesure that the number "1" appears at the arrow mark in
film is flat ag6inst the pressure plate. the frame counter window.
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14 Setting ASA number {f ilm sPeed}
Lift and rotate the shutter speed dial until the ASA/DlN conversion scale
figure (6 to 6400) which corresponds with the
ASA rating of your film is visible in the ASA When converting a DIN speed to the corres-
window. ponding ASA speed or to remember a film
On the ASA dial the following figures are speed, use this conversion scale. Turn the knob
printed: 6 . 10 '16 '25 "50 " 100 "2OO" of the dial and set the film speed to the white 400 ..800 ..1600 ..3200 ..6400. pointer marked with ASA. In the case of ASA
as The dots (') denote ASA 8, 12,20,32,40,64, 100 film, for example, set the film speed
80, 125, 160, 250, 320, 500, 640, 1000, 1300, shown in the Picture.
(The inner graduations are for the DtN)'View original page 17Page 18 · Read text
www.butkus.us TAKING PICTURES 15 TTL with CLC: A new exposure measuring system CdS Cel LC Meter) The Minolta SR-T 101 camera has a through- the-lens measuring system with CLC meter. Minolta's exclusive, revolutionary CLC (Con- trast Light Compensator) promises better photographic results with muttiple split ex- posure measuri ng system. Under normal photo-taking conditons this new system gives excellent results, under other conditions, such as in high-contrast scenes, the CLC feature prevents possible photo failures.View original page 18
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Setting the correct exposure
16 The shutter speed is indicated in the viewfinder,
When aiming the camera at your subject when you set it on the shutter speed dial.
through the viewfinder, you will see the
indicator needle moving. Once the indicator
needle has stopped moving, turn the shutter
speed dial and/or the diaphragm ring to align
the follow-up needle (circle-tipped needle) with
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Shutter speed and aperture settings The figures of B and 1 through 1000 on the
shutter speed dial indicate bulb action and
The shutter speed (actually the period of time shutter soeeds from 1 to 1/1000th second. (At
during which the shutter remains open) works "B" the shutter will remain open indefinitely
in coniunction with the lens opening (aperture) until pressure is removed from the release
to determine the amount of light striking the button . )
film. The higher the shutter speed, the more The aperture setting controls the light volume
effectivelv it will momentarily "stop" the reaching the f ilm in terms of area. In addition it
action of Your subiect. determines the "depth of field." (See page 25.)
To set shutter speed, simply rotate the shutter
speed dial until the desired speed is aligned with
the indicator on the camera body, or until it is
centered between indicators on the shutter
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The index for the aperture setting is the As the aperture figure decreases, the light
diamond (a) symbol in front of the diaphragm passing through the lens increases. The relation 19
ring. The ring is engraved with figures from 1.4 between aperture (F-number) and light volume
through 16 for the MC Rokkor 58mm F1.4 is shown in the diagram.
standard lens.
When the shutter speed remains constant, the NOTE:
fight passing through the lens decreases 5oo/o for . "Click" stops are provided for intermediate
every increase in the aperture F-number. (Ex- aperture settings between any two full F-
ample: When the diaphragm ring is turned from stops. Intermediate shutter speeds cannot be
2.8 to 4 the light volume decreases 50%.) set.
. The figure "8" on the shutter speed dial i$
used when an exposure duration of over 1
second is required. The shutter will remain
F-l,lo. open while the shutter release is depressed.
Lieht . The red figure of "60" on the shutter speed (_)(_)oo00@@6p dial is to be used in conjunction with an
3 2 | l/2 tltl trs ttts t/32 t/6r electronic flash unit.
. The shutter speed at which the camera is set is
shown on the shutter speed scale visible in the
viewf inder.
.Since light striking the film is affected by a
combination of aperture and shutter speed,
exposure can be adiusted by changing either
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To focus, hold the camera to your eye and turn the lens-focusing ring clockwise or coun- ter-clockwise until a sharp image appears in the center spot of the viewfinder. This center spot, the microprism, consists of many diagonal lines which will aid in ultra-sharp and rapid focusing. In focus Out of focusView original page 23
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i.{clc.l !r,r; ii\* r.".r; i*)f i:l !Jl;
' . Pressingf the camera gently against your face, iL
The camera may be held horizontally or or supporting the elbow of the hand holding
vertically. In either case, be sure to hold the the camera against your body, will aid in
camera in a comfortable position. This will help steady holding.
to prevent movement of the camera during .The camera will tend to move more when
exposure and avoid blurred pictures. used in the vertical position.View original page 24Page 26 · Read text
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A'itachinri tlash unit
Slide the foot of the flash unit into the
camera's accessory shoe from the back of the
camera, then tighten the screw of the f lash unit
for secure, wobble-f ree operation.
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