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Minolta Traveler Minolta RIVA Zoom 90 Minolta Action Zoom 90 Minolta Freedom Zoom 90 User manual
User manual for Minolta Traveler Minolta RIVA Zoom 90 Minolta Action Zoom 90 Minolta Freedom Zoom 90. 18 pages in English. Read the original PDF, download or print a copy without registration.
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- Minolta Traveler Minolta RIVA Zoom 90 Minolta Action Zoom 90 Minolta Freedom Zoom 90
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NSTRUCTT tON MAN UALLE__j I
Thank you for purchasing this Minolta camera. This camera is equipped
with functions to suit all your photographic needs. Before using your
new camera, please take the time to read through this instruction
manual for it contains information important to the proper use and care
of your camera.View original page 1Page 2 · Read text
PROPER CARE AND USE
. Do not fire the flash if your subject is closer than the minimum flash
distance stated in the manual.
. Do not subject the camera to shock, extreme heat or hlgh humidity.
. Do not let the camera get wet.
. Do not let the camera come in contact with sand, salt, or other grit.
. This camera is designed for use between -10 and 40 'C (14 to
104 F).
. At colder temperatures, the data panel response time may be slow.
At higher temperatures the display may temporarily darken. lt will
restore when the temperatuie normalizes.
. lf the lens becomes dirty, clean it with a lens brush. lf necessary,
moisten a sheet of lens tissue with one drop of lens-cleaning fluid
and gently wipe the lens. Never touch the lens surface with your
fingers.
. Never use alcohol or chemical solvents on the camera body. lf it is
dirty, clean it with a soft, dry cloth.
. When not in use, keep the camera in a cool, dry place away from
dust and chemicals. For extended storage, place the camera in an
# airtight container with a drying agent such as silica gel.
. For more information about your camera, contact your local camera
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TECH NICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Lens: 38-90mm t14.8 - 10.8 Construction: 4 elements, 4 groups
Focus: Active AF
(3.3 ft. -""), Telephoto: 1 .1m - "" (3.6 ft.--) Focusing range: Wide: 1m - "o
Exposure: Programmed Autoexposure, Average metering;Metering
range (lSO 100): wide: EV 6.5-12.5, tele: EV 8.9 - 15;
Film speed setting: Automatic for DX-coded negative film.Non-DX coded film set
to 100.
Film speed range: ISO 1OO, 200 or 400
Film transport: Auto advance to first frame, auto rewind, manual start of
rewind possible.
Flash: Built-in flash, Recycling time: approx.8 sec.; Range (lSO
100):Wide: 1.0 - 4.5m (3.3 - 14.8 ft.), Telephoto:1.1 - 2.0rn
(3.6 - 6.6 ft.)
Viewfinder: Albada zoom finder with bright frame; Diopter: -1 diopter
Battery: One 3-volt CR123A or DL123A lithium battery; Battery
performance: Approx. 12 rolls (24 exp. roll M 50% flash use)
Dimensions: 120.5 x71 x 48.5mm (4.7 x 2.8 x 1.9 in.)
Weight (without batteries): 2259 (7.9 oz.), Date model: 2359 (8.3 oz.)
Specifications are based on the latest information available at the time of
printing and are subject to change without notice.View original page 3Page 4 · Read text
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FOR OWNERS OFTHE DATE MOT}f;L
This feature lets you to record the date or time onto the lower-right
portion of the picture. lt has an automatic calendar through the year
2049.
. lmprinted data may be difficult to read if the area over which it is superimposed is bright
or non-uniform.
. Do not use the data back when temperatures exceed the operating range of 0" to 40"C
(32" to 104"F).
1. MODE button
2. SELECT button
3. ADJUST button
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IMPRINTING THE DATE AND TIME
button to choose the data rffih 1 Press the MODE imprinting format.
. The display will change as shown. ilrrH trl|i
is displayed in the data panel, no data will wswLA&$ . When
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SETTING THE TIME AND DATE
1 Use the SELECT button to move between
different parts of the displayed data. The
selected part will blink indicating that it is
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2 Press the ADJUST button to change the
data to the correct value. Data continues
changing as long as you hold down the
ftfoDg s€L&tut button. ffi . In Time mode, pressing the ADJUST button while the
colon is blinking resets the second counter to 00. ffi$€..
3 When all data is correct, press the SELECT ffi[f M button until the data stops blinking.
-l] . Reset the time and date after changing the battery. rE# WS€ E€LAEJ
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DATA PANEL
1. Flash-mode indicators
2. Self-timer indicator
3. Remote-control indicator**
4. Battery-condition indicator
5. Frame counter
6. Film-transport signals
7. Cartridge mark
VIEWFINDER
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1. lmage frame
2. Focus frame
3. Flash lamp (green)
Glows: Flash is ready
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INSERTING THE BATTERY
Your camera uses one 3-volt CR123A or
DL123A lithium battery to supply power for all
camera operations.
1 Open the battery-chamber door using a
coin or similar object.
side first as shown, 2 Insert the battery -
then snap the battery-chamber door
closed.
. Before opening the battery-chamber door, make sure
the camera is off.
. Remove batteries + side first.
BATTERY WARNING
Power is sufficient for all the camera operations.
, 4=a . Eath time the camera is turned on, a symbol will appear
briefly in the data panel. oto o--L:
lf the blinking low-battery symbol appears in the +.::=:d,s
panel with the other indicators, you can still rytz$* data
o__Iil" replaceduse the camera,soon. but the battery will have to be
lf the blinking low-battery symbol appears alone,
you cannot use the camera until you replace the
Sattery. The shutter cannot be released.
' lf all indicators blink in the data panel or the camera will not function with a fresh battery,
remove the battery then reinsert it. lf normal operation does not resume, or the camera
malfunctions repeatedly, contact an authorized Minolta Service Facility.
AUTO POWER OFF:
To conserve power, the camera will shut down and the lens will relracl if it is
not operated for rnore than 8 minutes. Fress the main switch to reslore power.
. Do not obstruct the lens while it is retracting.View original page 10Page 11 · Read text
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LOADING THE FILM
Use only 35mm, negative film rated ISO 100, 200,
or 400. Non DX-coded film is set to ISO 100.
?ou.H,of"F,,n,, EX . Do not use Polaroid instant 35mm film. Winding
problems may occur.
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1 Slide the back-cover release down to open
the back cover and place the film cartridge
into the film chamber.
. Always load and unload the film in subdued light.
2 Extend the film tip to the "FILM TlP" mark,
making sure it lays flat.
. lf the film tip extends past the mark, gently push the
excess film back into the film cartridge.
3 Close the back cover. ffiN
. The film automatically advances to the first
frame and o--i. appears in the data panel.
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. lf the film has been loaded improperly, cartridge mark o
appears and _ 0 will blink in the data panel and the 'J-d
l\ shutter will remain locked. Open the back cover and
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TAKING PICTURES
1 Press the Main switch to turn the camera
on.
2 Align your subject within the focus frame
and press the W side of the zoom lever to
move toward wide angle or the T side to
move toward telephoto.
. Your subject must be at least 1m (3.3 ft.) away from the
lens in Wide and 1.1m (3.6 ft.) away in Telephoto.
. Do not hold the lens barrel;focus may not be accurate.
3 Press the shutter-release button partway
down.
. For vertically framed pictures, hold the camera so the
flash is on top.
@ffi 4 When the green flash lamp glows, gently
press the shutter-release button all the way
down to take the picture.
. The flash will automatically fire in low light.
. The film is automatically advanced to the next frame.
. After the number of frames specified on the film
cartridge have been taken (ex. 24 or 36), additional
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FOCUS HOLD
When your subject is located outside the focus
frame, you can first lock focus on your subject, then
recompose the picture as desired.
1 Align the subject within the focus frame and
press the shutter-release button partway
down.
Without lifting your finger, recompose the
picture then press the shutter-release button
all the way down to take the picture.
Lift your finger from the shutter-release button to cancel
focus hold.
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REW]NDING THE FILM
The film will rewind automatically after the last
frame has been exposed.
When lll appears and O blinks in the data
panel, open the back cover and remove the
film.
lf rewind stops before the film has been completely rewound, all
indicators blink. DO NOT OPEN THE BACK COVER. Insert a fresh
battery then press the manual-rewind button.
MANUAL REWIND
To begin rewind before the end of the roll,
turn the camera on and gently press the
manual-rewind button.
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Autoflash mode, fill-flash mode, Flash cancel mode, night portrait mode or
landscape/night view mode can be selected.
Press the flash-mode button until the
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desired indicator appears in the data
@(ou'o-q panel.
)"--€i The sequence is as shown.
RED-EYE REDUCTION FEATURE
The red-eye reduction lamp on the front of the camera will glow while the
shutter-release button is pressed part-way down to help reduce the red-eye
effect in flash pictures.
AUTOFLASH MODE
When you turn the camera on, the built-in flash is set to autoflash.
The flash will fire automatically when necessary, such as low-light
situations.
Press the flash-mode button until t. appears in
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FILL-FLASH MODE
The flash will fire regardless of lighting. This
can be used to reduce harsh shadows or
illuminate back-lit subjects.
Press the flash-mode button until I appears
in the data panel, then take the picture.
FLASH CANCEL MODE
With flash-cancel, the flash will not fire. Use
this mode when photographing twilight
scenes, subjects beyond the flash range, or
when flash photography is prohibited.
Press the flash-mode button until €J appears
in the data panel, then take the picture.
. Shutter speeds may be slow. Use of a tripod is
recommended.
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NIGHT PORTRAIT MODE
The camera balances the flash and existing
light exposure so you can take beautiful
pictures of people at sunset or at night.
Press the flash-mode button until t EI
appears in the data panel, then take the
picture.
. Shutter speeds may be slow. Use of a tripod is
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LANDSCAPE/NIGHT VIEW MODE
The focus is set to infinity and the flash is
canceled. Use this mode when photographing
landscapes, night scenes, or through glass.
Press the flash-mode button until 0 A
appears in the data panel, then take the
picture.
. At twilight or night, place your camera on a tripod.
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POINTS TO REMEMBER WHEN TAKING FLASH PICTURES
FLASH LAMP
While pressing the shutter-release button partway down:
. The green flash lamp will glow when the flash is charged and ready.
. When the green flash lamp blinks, the flash is charging. Wait until it glows steadily, then
take the picture.
FLASH RANGE
Make sure your subject is positioned within the flash range listed below.
Focal Length Flash Range
tso 100 Wide (W) 1 .0 - 4.5m (3.3 - 14.8 ft.)
Tele (T) 1.1 - 2.0m (3.6 - 6.6 ft.)
tso 400 Wide (W) 1 .0 - 9.0m (3.3 - 29.6 ft.)
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SFLF-TI[il$R
The self-timer delays release of the shutter for approximately
seconds after the shutter-release button is pressed.
1 Place the camera on a tripod and press the
self-timer button until ,S appears in the
data panel.
2 Align your subject within the focus frame,
then press the shutter-release button.
. The self-timer indicator in the data panel will blink and
the self-timer lamp will blink slowly during the
countdown, then rapidly, then glow just before the
shutter releases.
. Self-timer mode is automatically canceled after the
shutter is released.
. To stop the self-timer, press the self-timer button until
disappears from the data panel or turn the camera AUTOs '9
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