RICOH KR-5 User manual

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r   BATTERY LOADING
      The built-in through-the-lens cds exposure metering system of your
      KR-S operates on power activated by two 1.sv G13 silver-oxide
       batteries, which are supplied together with your camera.
        1. Remove Battery Compartment Cover (26) bV unscrewing  it
          counterclockwise wrth a coin (Fig. 1).
       2. Place the two batteries into the compartment with the plus @
           side down, as illustrated in the battery holder of Battery com-
         partment Cover (26) (Fig.2l. Make sure that the batteries are
            correctly placed. lf incorrectly placed, Exposure Meter Needle
          (34) in the viewfinder will not move at all.
       3. Replace Battery Compartment Cover (26) by screwing  it
          clockwise until it stops but do not force.

      Tips for Better Results
       *  Before loading, wipe off the surfaces of the batteries with a clean
        and dry cloth to ensure they are free of fingerprints or stains.
       * when your camera is not used for a long period, remove the
           batteries and keep them in a cool, dry place.
       * The batteries will last for about one year in normal use. we
          suggest you replace them regularly once a year on your birthday
         or sooner.
       * The batteries may explode  if disposed of in fire.
       * Replace the batteries when the Exposure Meter Needle (34) in
         the viewfinder does not move in direct sunlight or other bright
           lights with Film Advance Lever (11; 6eu"d to ,,ON,, position
          (Refer to "METER/SHUTTER ON-OFF CONTROL"). For reptace-
         ment, use two new Mallory M576, Eveready 576 or equivalent.

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FILM LOADING
Your KR-5 is designed to accept any standard 35 mm color or
black and white film roll in cartridge fi2, 20, 24 or 36 exposures),
  1 . First of all, press Shutter Release Button (9) to see that the
    shutter has been released. (Refer to "METER"/SHUTTER ON-
   OFF CONTROL'')
 2. Pull up Film Rewind Knob (1)until Back Cover (3O) snaps open
     (Fig. 3). Then, pull it out all the way to allow for insertion of the
    film cartridge.
 3. Swing open Back Cover (30) and place a film cartridge into Film
   Chamber (25) (Fig       )
 4. Push down Film Rewind Knob (1)to itsoriginal position byturn-
    ing Film Rewind Crank (2) clockwise or counterclockwise so
    that Film Rewind Shaft (24) engages the film cartridge and that
    the film cartridge is seated in place (Fig. 5).
 5. Draw the film leader across the camera back and insert it into
   one of the slits of Film Take-up Spool (29) (Fig. 6). To bring the
      slit into a convenient positron, rotate Film Take-up Spool (29) in
    the direction of arrow with your finger.
 6. Rotate Film Take-up Spool (29) by advancing Film Advance
    Lever (11)to take up any slack in the film and check to see that
 .  the film tip is firmly hooked onto Film Take-up Spool (29) (Fig. 7)
    and that sprocket holes on the film are fully engaged on Sprocket
    Teeth (2O) (Fis. 8).
 7. Close and press Back Cover (3O) firmly until it snaps shut.
 8. Advance Film Advance Lever (11) two or three times, after
    depressing Shutter Release Button (9) each time, until the
   number "l"  is opposite the index line in Exposure Counter (12)
    (Fig 9), because the first portions of the film can not be used for
    picture taking as they have already been exposed to light and
 .  two or three blank exposures should be made before taking your
     first picture. Now it is ready for your first picture.

Tips for Better Results
  * Always load your camera in the shade or in a pobrly-lit place,
    never in direct sunlight or other bright light.
  * As you advance Film Advance Lever (11), Film Rewind Knob(1)
     will simultaneously rotate counterclockwise indicating that the
    film is properly advanced.

SETTING FILM SPEED
Each type of film, color or black and white, has its own sensitivity to
light. This sensitivity is assigned by a numerical value described as an
ASA rating (U.S.A. Standard) or a DIN rating (Europe and most other
countries). In most cases, both ASA and DIN ratings are imprinted
on the film package, as well as the data sheet packed with the film
and film cartridge itself. The higher the film speed rating. the more
sensitive the film is to light; that is, less light is required for'a proper
exposure. The film speed. therefore, is an important element in in-
suring that the through-the-lens metering system of your camera
determines the correct shutter speed and f-stop combinations for a
given lighting situation.
  1. Depress Film Speed Lock Button (4) (Fig. 1O) and rotatetheout-
    er ring of Film Speed Dial (3) until the ASA (or DIN) number of
    your film is exactly opposite the index line on the outer ring of
    Film Speed Dial (3) and click stops. For example. if the film is
   ASA 1OO, make the correct setting at "10O" (Fig. 11).
 2. Take your finger off Film Speed Lock Button (4) to lock the film
    speed setting in the camera.

Tips for Better Resutts
 * Each time a film with a new film speed rating is loaded in your
    camera, the film speed must be set to assure accurately exposed
    photographs.

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METER/SH UTTER "ON-OFF" CONTROL                                                                     I
                                                                                                                                                                                  IFilm Advance Lever (11) controls exposure meter "ON-OFF" and
shutter release "LOCK-UNLOCK" to protect your camera from un-
necessary depletion of the batteries and accidental shutter release                    f
when not taking pictures. 40o pre-advance and 135o advance angle
assures faster winding and permits continuous operation for se-
quence photography.
  1. When Film Advance Lever (11)is moved to "ON" position (Fig.
     12), the electric circuit is switched on and Shutter Release But-
    ton (9) is unlocked.
 2. Whenever picture-taking is completed, be sure to move Film Ad-
    vance Lever (11)to "OFF" position (Fig. 13). The electric circuit
     is switched off and Shutter Release Button (9) is locked.

Tips for Better Results
  * To prevent unnecessary consumption of the batteries, be sure to
   move Film Advance Lever (11)to "OFF" position when not tak-
    Ing prctures.

COR R ECT EXPOSU R E
Your KR-s has a built-in through-the-lens  full aperture CdS ex-
posure meter which measures the light coming through the lens and
enables you to set the proper exposure for a given lighting condition.
The correct exposure is obtained by setting the shutter speed and f-
stop in the correct combination for the film, subject and lighting con-
ditions.
  1. Set the desired shutter speed opposite Shutter Spe.ed lndex Line
     (6) bv rotating Shutter Speed Dial (7) (Fig 14). (Read "SETT|NG
   THE SHUTTER"). Shutter Speed Needle (35) in the viewfinder
    moves according to the shutter speed you set.
 2. Move Film Advance Lever (11) to "ON" position (Fig. 12)

3. Hold your camera, look at your subject through the Viewfinder
    Eyepiece Q2l and check Exposure Meter Needle (34).
 4. Rotate F-Stop (lens opening) Ring (19) and align Exposure Meter
    Needle (34) with Shutter Speed Needle (35) (Fig. 15).  lf Ex-
    posure Meter Needle (34) goes above Shutter Speed Needle
     (35), tfrrs means "overexposure" (Fig. 16); select a faster shutter
    speed or a smaller lens opening. On the contrary,  if the needle
    goes below Shutter Speed Needle (35), this means "underex-
    posure" (Fig. 17); choose a slower shutter speed or larger lens
    openlng.
lf you want to use a specific f-stop for depth of field control, you may
set the f-stop first and then the shutter speed, while other procedures
are the same as above.
This setting may be used when you take a portrait or the like, inten-
tionally making your subject attractive with the background or the
scene in front of it blurred. How your subject turns out in the picture
depends on the f-stop setting. (Refer to "DEPTH OF FIELD"). The
chart (Fig. 18) shows the exposure value range (shutter speed and f-
stop combination) of your camera's metering system for selected film
speeds.

Exposure Compensation
Though you learned how correct exposure is obtained, in unusual
lighting conditions. the desired effect or the correct exposure will not
be obtained in the  f inal picture and exposure compensation  is
necessary.
Back-lit subjects
When the light is behind the subjects,
  1. Move close to the subject for meter reading, then. move back,
 -  fccus and shoot
 2. lt it is impossible to approach the subject. adjust either shutter
    speed or lens opening to overexpose. When you adjust the lens
    opening, open up the aperture by 1 or 2 stops.

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  Spot-fighted subjects and dark backgrounds
   1. Move close to the subject for meter reading, then, move back.
      focus and shoot.
   2. lt it is impossible to approach the subject, adjust either shutter
     speed or lens opening to underexpose. when you adjust the lens
      '  opening, close down the aperture by 1 or 2 stops.
 Tips for Better Results
   * When the Shutter Speed Dial (7) is set at,,B,, (Bulb), set the
      desired f-stop and expose manuaily because metering with the
       built-in exposure meter is not possible.
   * outside of the meter's coupring range, the exposure meter wirl
     not respond correctly. For example, coupling range for ASA 100
      film is from 1/g sec. atf/2.2 to 1/5oo sec. at f/16 (Ev5.3    17)                                                                -      (Fig. 18). lf the right is too dim, use supprementary righting.
 SETTING SHUTTER SPEED
 The shutter controls the length of time the light is allowed to strike
 the film' The speed at which the shutter opens and croses is
 measured in fractions gf a second that correspond to the numbers on
 Shutter Speed Diat (7). For example,,.5OO,,is 1/5OO sec.,,,125,,is
 1/125 sec.. and so on.
  * Simply turn Shutter Speed Dial (7) until the desired shutter
    speed is set opposite Shutter Speed Index Line (6) (Fig. 1a).
Generally speaking, when shooting outdoors in bright or hazy
sunlight, "125" (1/125 sec.) is suitabre for most pictures. when tak-
ing your subjects in motion,',25O,' (1/2SO sec.) to ..50O,, (1/SOO
sec.) should be used .... Faster speeds wilr ',freeze,, extremery fast_
moving subjects (sports. racing cars, etc.). When indoors in a well_lit
room, "60" (1/60 sec.) shourd be sufficient to take your subjects,
depending upon the firm you are using. when in poorry-rit praces, or

to achieve the maximum depth of field,,,3O.,(1/30  sec.) to,,g,'(1/g
 sec.) are available. when set at "8", the shutter will remarn open as
 long as shutter Release Button (9) is depressed (preferably by a cable
 release). The "B" settrng is used for long night exposure using street
 lights or electric signs as a light source, or under poor lighting con_
 ditions when flash cannot be used.

 Tips for Better Results
  * When using slow speeds (below 1/3O sec.), use a tripod or other
     firm support to prevent the movement of the camera and blurred
     pictures. ln shooting with a telephoto lens. be careful to
     rninimize the camera shake especially.
  * Do not set Shutter Speed Dial (7) between marked speeds, but at
     click stop in accordance with indicated speeds only.
  * Shutter Speed Dial (7) does not revolve between ,,5OO,,and ,,8',.
SETTING APERTURE
The lens opening determines the amount of light entering the lens
 and exposing the film. The smaller the f-stop (t/2.2. t/2.9, etc.), the
wider the lens opening and the greater the amount of light entering
the lens. The larger the f-stop (f/16, f/ll,  etc.), the smaller the lens
opening and the smaller the amount of light entering the lens. As the
lens opening is moved from f/ j6 tot/II,the amount of light entering
the lens is doubled. As the rens opening is moved from f/2.g to f/4,
the amount of entering light is cut in half (Fig. 19).
  * Rotate F-Stop Ring (19) untir the desired f-stop is opposite the
     aperture index line (Fig. 2O). Click stop is provided to prevent ac_
    cidental movement from the setting made.
Tips for Better Resutts
 *   lf necessary, you may set F-Stop Ring (,|9) between two f_stops.

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 VIEWING AND FOCUSING
 since you are viewing through the lens, there is no parailax
 problem..... what you are viewing in the viewfinder will exactly
 appear in your picture. This enables you to determine the exact com-
 position of your subjects before pressing Shutter Release Button (9).
 Even when you shoot close-ups, there is no danger of accidentally
 cuttrng off a portion of your picture. To assure the sharpest possible
 pictures, your KR-5 has a three way focusing screen with diagonal
 Split-image Spot (33), Microprism-image Band (32) and Fresnelfield,
and you can select three way focusing according to your subject.
  1. Look into Viewfinder Eyepiece Q2) to compose your subject.
  2. split-image Focusing  ... is helpful for the subject with either ver-
      tical or holzontal lines.
     Rotate Focusing Ring (17) until the split image in Split-image
    Spot (33) forms a single image. When it is out of focus, your
     subject is split into two parts (Fig. 21).
  3. Microprism-image Focusing ... is good for the subject which
     lacks clear vertical or horizontal lines.
    Rotate Focusing Ring (17) until the image in Microprism-image
    Band (32) appears sharp (Fig. 21).
 4. You can also focus wrth any part of the area surrounding
    Microprism-image Band (32). This is most useful when taking
     pictures with ultra telephoto lenses or in close-up photography
    with bellows unit, macro lenses or extension rings because the
    other focusing aids may darken appreciably.

U N LOAD ING FILM
After the last picture on the roll of film has been taken, rewind the
film and unload your camera.
 ,1. Press Film Rewind Release Button (28) (Fig. 22|r.
 2. Lift up Film Rewind Crank (2) and turn it clockwise until Film
    Rewind Release Button (28) stops revolving and you feel the film

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tensron released (Fig. 23). This indicates that the film has been
     completely rewound rnto the cartridge.
  3. Open Back Cover (30) by pullrng up Film Rewind Knob (1).
  4. Remove the film cartridge and have the film processeo as soon
    as possible.

 Tips for Better Results
  * Always unload your camera in the shade or in a poorly-lit place,
    never in direct sunlrght or other bright light.
  * when you reach the end of the roil of film, Film Advance Lever
     (11) will tighten and refuse to advance. lf this happens, do not
    advance Film Advance Lever (11) by force for ,,Just one more
     shot", otherwise the film will be torn out of the cartridge.
  *  Film Rewind Release Button (28) will remain in place once it is
    pressed, and return automatically to its original position when
    Film Advance Lever (11) is adavnced.
TAKING FLASH PICTURES
You can use a flash at night or in a dimly lit room as well as for
supplementary lighting in outdoor photography. The camera and
electronic flash will be fully synchronized with the shutter speed at
"8" and 1/8 sec. to 1/60 sec.
 * Mount a flash unit with a built-in hot shoe contact on Hot shoe
     (s)

Tips for Better Results
 * Use a flash unit with a built-in hot shoe contact only because the
   camera is not equipped with flash terminal for a flash unit with
    connecttng cord.
 * "60" (1/60 sec.) on Shutter Speed Dial (7) is marked in red as a
    reminder for electronic flash synchronization (Fig. 24).

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Exposure for Flash Photography
The exposure is determined by the guide number of the electronic
flash unit. The guide number represents a relationship between the
light output of the flash and the speed of the film. Guide numbers for
electronic flash units are found in the technical specifications. Using
the guide number, you can determine the correct f-stop for a given
flash situation using the following formula:
F-stop :  Guide number -;  Flash-to-subject distance.
For example, if your flash unit has a guide number of 16(m) or 52.8
(ft.) for the type of film you are using, and your subject is 2 meters
(6.6 ft.) from the flash unit as indicated on Distance Scale (18) after
focusing, divide 16 (52.8) by 2 (6.6). The answer is 8; therefore, set
F-Stop Rrng (19) to 8 ft/9l'.

Tips for Better Results
  *   lf you are using an auto electronic flash unit with power ratio
     control, follow the instruction sheets packed with the flash unit.
  * Most electronic flash units have a built-in dial or exposure table
   which enables you to quickly compute f-stops based on
     flash-to-subject distances.

USING SELF-TIMER
Your KR-5 has a built-in Self-timer which delays the shutter
release about maximum of 1O seconds. This enables you to include
yourself in your own pictures and is also of benefit in taking close-ups
or photomicrographs where camera movement must be avoided.
  1. First, advance Film Advance Lever (11).
 2. Merely move Self-timer Lever (14) counterclockwise (Fig. 25).
 .   According to the degree you have moved  it down, you can adjust
    the operating time. For the maximum delay, move it until  it
     stops.                                                                                    I
 3. Press Shutter Release Button (9) to start the self-timer moving.

Tips for Better Results
  * You can set Self-timer Lever (14) firstly and then advance Film
    Advance Lever (1 1).
  * The Self-timer Lever (14) can be returned to its original position
     after setting the lever, however, be carefut that the self-timer
    mechanism will not be disengaged.
  * The camera should be placed on a tripod or other sturdy support
   when using self-timer.
  * When using a tripod with a long thread length (more than 5.7
   mm), be careful not to forcibly screw in the thread further than
    the depth of the socket.

CHANG ING LENSES
To mount the lens on the camera
  1. Mount the lens by lining up the red dot on the lens mount with
    the matching dot on the camera mount (Fig. 26).
 2. Grasp the lens firmly around the lens barrel and turn  it clockwise
     until it clicks into place.

To remove the lens from the camera
  1. Grasp the lens firmly around the lens barrel in one hand.
 2. With the other hand, hold the camera body and press Lens
    Release Lever (1 5) and turn the lens counterclockwise until it
    stops lFig.27l. The lens now can be removed.

You can also change lenses easily without looking even in the dark by
means of Lens Locator Node (16). Line up Lens Locator Node (16)
with Lens Release Lever (1 5) and turn the lens clockwise for mount-
ing the lens. For removing the lens, press Lens Release Lever (1 5)
and turn the lens counterclockwise until Lens Locator Node (1 6) and
Lens Release Lever (1 5) line up.

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 Tips for Better Results
  * Whenever a lens is mounted on the camera, make sure that the
     lens is perfectly mounted.
  * Do not touch any of the internal parts or permit dust or durt to
     enter the camera body when removing or attaching lenses.
  *  Protect the inside of the camera by putting on the body cap
    whenever the camera is carried or kept with the lens removed.

DEPTH OF FIELD
 when you focus on a specific subject, an area in front of and behind
 the subject will appear acceptably sharp in your picture.
 This area of acceptable sharpness is called "Depth of Field". The
 depth of field is determined by the f-stop you select and the distance
 from the in-focus subject to the film plane. As you get closer to your
 subject, or as you open your lens (for example, from f/16 to t/2.2!r,
 the depth of field becomes shallower. By stopping the lens down (for
 example,  f rom  f /2.2 to  f / 16), tfre depth of field becomes deeper. The
depth of field can be pre-determined in the following way.
INTERCHANGEABLE LENSES AND ACCESSORIES
A wide range of XR RIKENON interchangeable lenses including
extremely wide angle lenses, telephoto lenses, zoom lenses and
various accessories are available to enable you to expand the
pleasure of your picture-taking. XR RIKENoN interchangeable lenses
and accessories are made of selected high quality materials under
strict quality control to assure you of high performance and full
satisfaction. Select XR RIKENON interchangeable lenses that will
meet your needs.
Since the camera is designed to accept any lens with thr "K" type
bayonet mount, your KR-s affords you the opportunity to select
any interchangeable lens or accessory of the "K" type bayonet mount
available on the market.

PROPER CARE OF YOUR CAMERA
 * Always carry your camera with its carrying case and neck strap.
 * Use the lens cap to protect the lens when not taking pictures.
 *  Protect your camera from dust. dirt. water, rain, dampness, salt
    air and rough handling.
 * Never expose your camera to excessively high or low
   temperatures for an extended period of time. ln extremely hot
    climates, do not leave your camera inside closed automobiles
    during the daytime or in direct sunlight.
 *  In extremely cold climates, expose your camera to the outer air
    only when in use  ... When using, expose your camera gradually to
   the outer air to prevent the lens from clouding.
     lf exposed to an extremely cold climates. the exposure meter
    batteries may fail to operate properly. Keep your camera inside
   your clothing until taking a picture.
 * Never touch the surfaces of the lens. metal focal plane shutter
    curtain, reflex mirror, etc. with your fingers.
 * To clean the lens, gently wipe it in a circular motion with a lens
   cleaning paper or a soft, clean and lintless cloth.
 * Do not wipe the camera body with chemicals, such as benzine.
   thinner, etc. use only soft cloth or cotton swab sprinkled
   LIGHTLY with alcohol on the camera body. Do not use them on
   the lens because  it can affect coating.
 * When your camera is not in use for an extended period of time,
   put the lens cap, remove the batteries, place your camera in its
   carrying case together with silica gel or other desiccant and store
     it in a dry and cool place.
   Never store your camera in places where the temperatures are
   excessively high or low.

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  * Do not attempt to disassemble or repair your camera yourself.
        lf service is necessary, get in touch with your dealer or authorized
    Ricoh service station.
  * Do not leave your camera near the magnetic obiects like radio,
     television set, etc.
MAJOR SPECIFICATIONS OF KR.E
Camera Type:
   35 mm SLR with metal focal plane shutter.
Film Format:
   24x36 mm
Film Size and Capacity:
   35 mm perforated film in 12, 20, 24 or 36 exposures.
Standard Lenses:
   55 mm RICONAR l/2.2,4 groups 4 elements
     Filter size: 52 mm screw-in tYPe
Lens Mount:
   "K" type bayonet with 65" rotating angle
Shutter:
     Vertically moving Copal CCS metal focal plane shutter with
    speeds from 1/8 to 1/5OO sec. plus B.
Viewfinder:
    Fixed eye-level pentaprism
    Exposure meter needle and Shutter speed needle visible.
    Viewing magnification o'89X (55 mm f/2'2 lensl
     Freld of view covers 93o/o of actual picture area
Focusing:
    Diagonal Split-image spot in microprism-image band surrounded
    by Fresnel field.
Exposure Meter:
 .  Two CdS photocells TTL full open metering for center-weighted
    average light reading coupled to shutter speeds, film speeds and
            f -stops.
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Exposure Coupling Range:
                   1 7 (ASA 100 film with 55 mm l/2.2 tensl    EV5.3 -
Film Speed Range:
                                   361  ASA 12 -  32OO (DlN 12 -
Exposure Meter Power Supply:
  Two 1.5V silver-oxide batteries (JlS G13. Mallory M576,
    Eveready 576 or equivalent).
Flash Synchronization:
   X Synchronization  for electronic flash unit at "B" and 1/8 sec. to
    1/60 sec.
Flash Contact:
   "X" contact on hot shoe for cordless electronic flash unit
Film Loading:
     Multi-slit easy loading
Film Wind:
    Single stroke film advance lever with 135o winding angle (4Oo
     ptay)
Film Rewind:
    Film rewind crank by pressing film rewind button on base of
    camera
Exposure Counter:
    Additive, automatic resetting.
Other Features:
     Self-timer
   Hot shoe
    Shutter release lock (with film advance lever)
    Meter on/off switch (with film advance lever)
   ASA/DlN dial lock
    Cable release socket
    Tripod socket

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Dimensions:
    139.9 (width) x 91.3 (height) x 48'O (depth) mm (Bodv onlv)
Weight:
   54O g (BodY onlY)
  *  Specifications are subject to change without notice'