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Sears KS-2 User manual
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- Sears
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- Sears KS-2
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- User manual
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- English
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- 34
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CONGRATULATIONS ! \
You have just purchased a fine camera that will give you many years
of picture-takingpleasure. The KS-2 is a 35 mm SLR camera which
assures you of superb optics, outstanding mechanical performance
and reliability which will justify your choice for years to come.
Before using your KS-2 .....
Please read this instruction booklet carefully and familiarize yourself
with the equipment and its features thoroughly. Your pleasure in
using your KS-2 will be greater if you know your camera properly.
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SPECIFfCATIONS: Sears KS-2
35 mm SLR with automatic electronicexposure
control focal plane shutter
FILM FORMAT AND FRAME SIZE
L E N SM O U N T . . . . K m o u n t
STANDARD LENSES ,, 50 mm AUTO SEARSt/1.4 (Multi-coated)
50 mm AUTO SEARSl/1.7 (Multi-coated)
SHUTTER
planeshutter
Automaticfrom 16 to 1/1000 sec.
Manualfrom 16 to 1/1000 sec. plus B
S E L F - T I M E R. . .
the red LED light pulsates and an electronicsound is
emitted.
V|EWF|NDER..,... Field of view covers g3% horizontallyand vertically
Viewing Magnification0.88X (with 50 mm f/1.4 lens)
Indicators in the viewfinder - Exposure Adjustment,
Bulb, Manual, Overexposure,Underexposure,Shutter
::ff'il;"T,:T,:ilTJ:.I1?s"H;T:11"
Number,AE Lock.
FOCUSING.. .......Split-imagespot in microprismband
EXPOSUREMETER..... ..,....TTL full open meteringfor center-weightedaverage
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E X P O S U R CE O U P L I N GR A N G E . . , . .
F I L M S P E E DR A N G E . . . . . . . . .A S A 1 2 _ 3 2 O O
F L A S HT E R M I N A L . , . . . . , . . . . ; . . . .X. . s. .y. n c h r co o n t a c t
ACCESSORYSHOE .... Hot Shoe (with Flash ReadySignal Contact)Flash
, SynchroTerminal
EXPOSUREADJUSTMENT.....,..i .......Exposureadjustmentsysteml+Z - *2, in 1/3
steps)AE Lock System (Memory)
, FILM ADVANCE....,......., ...,,.,., ... Singlestrokefilm advanceleverwith 135' winding
angle and 35o stand-off
Automatic winding possible by mounting Sears
Autowinder
EXPOSURECOUNTER. ......Additive,automaticresetting
F I L M R E W I N D . , .
576 or equivalent).
MIRROR .....Quickreturnmirror
BACK COVER .,...Hingedtype,openedby pullingup FilmRewindKnob
POWER SOURCE. ......Two SR-44 1,55V SilverOxidebatteries;or
D,MENs,oNs I:: ,"1;i.-'l;?Y'f3il:?Sl'iijj, WEfGHT .,....1. ....,.16.6 oz (bodyonly) "",,,
WEIGHT oF STANDARDLENSES "" 50 mm f/1'4 9'2 oz
50 mm l/1.7 7.4 oz
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1. ATTACHINGTHE VIEWFINDERCAP AND STRAP Viewfinder Cap For instructions on how to use the Viewfinder Cap, read the section on Self-Timer Photography and Usage of the Viewfinder Cap. 1. Attach the Viewfinder Cap to the strap. 2. Put the strap through the Strap Eyelet and adjust it to the correct length. www.orphancameras.comView original page 9
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2. CHANGING LENSES To Remove the Lens from the Camera 1 . Keep the Lens Release Lever pressed in, and turn the lens in the direction of the arrow. To Mount the Lens on the Camera 1. Line up the red dot on the lens mount with the matchangred dot on the camera body, or alternatively,match the red (l)mark on the Depth of Field Scale to the red dot on the camera body. 2. When the lens has engaged, turn it in the direction of the arrow until it clicks into place. * For conveniencewhen mounting the lens in the dark, you can line up the Lens Mounting Locator Node with the Lens ReleaseLever. * Since the body cap has the same mount as the lens. You can remove or mount lens cap in the same way as the lens.View original page 10
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3. INSERTINGTHE BATTERIES
The exposure metering and shutter operation of this camera are
powered by batteries, so it is important to insert the batteries cor-
rectly for correct operation.
1. Remove the Battery Compartment Cover by turning it
counterclockwise with a coin.
2. Place the two batteries on top of each other as shown in the il-
lustration on the battery holder of the Battery Compartment Cover.
Batteries for U se
Two LR-44 Alkaline batteries; life-span about 6 months; or two
SR-44 Silver CxicJebatteries; life-span about 12 months.
* since dirt or sweat on the batteriesmay cause a bad contact, wipe
the batteries clean with a dry cloth before inserting them.
* When your camera is not used for a long period of time, remove
the batteries.fns 1G'
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* Generally, in cold conditions, the voltage of the batteries decreases,and this will impair the functioning of the shutter and exposure meter. f n these cases, either warm up the batteries or keep a spare set of batteries warm in your pocket ready to insert just before shooting. * ff no batteries are inserted, if they are incorrectly inserted, or if they are worn out, the camera will not operate. Check that the batteries are correctly inserted, and if they are and the camera does not operate, replace them with new batteries. * When the voltage of the batteriesis getting low, the BAT (Battery Low Warning Signal) in the Viewfinder wilf blink on and off. Please change the batteries without delay. 4, INSERTING THE FILM (Always avoid direct sunlight when inserting the film.) 1. Pull up the Film Rewind Knob until the Back Cover snaps open.View original page 12
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5. Close and press the Back Cover firmly to lock it. Pull up the Film
Rewind Crank and turn it gently in the direction of the arrow until
the slack in the film has been taken up.
6. Advance the film and press the Shutter Release Button a few
times until the number " 1" appears in the ExposureCounter. As
you advance the Film Advance Lever, the Film Rewind Knob
rotates indicating that the film is properly advanced.
* When inserting the film, it is more convenient to set the Shutter
Speed Dial to a high speed rather than A (Auto) for advancing the
film to'the number 1 position, to avoid a slow shutter speed (the
slowest is 16 seconds). When you are ready for shooting, be sure
to set the Shutter Speed Dial back to A (Auto).
* When inserting the film in cold conditions, the Film Leader may
become hard and brittle. Keep it warm in your hand before
insertion, and insert it quickly.
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5. SETTING THE FILM SPEED
The film speed is the basic element for determining the exposure,so
please be sure to set the film speed correctly.
1. pull the Film Speed Indicator outer ring up, and set it against the
film speed number You are using.
For example, if the film speed is ASA 1OO,set the indicatorto 1OO
on the Film Speed Dial.
6. EXPOSUREINDICATION SWITCH
When you press the Exposure Indication Switch, the liquid crystal
indication of shutter speed, will appear in the Viewfinder. After
shooting, the power source will cut off automaticallyafter 8 minutes
in order to preserve the life of the batteries.
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VIEWFINDER INFORMATION
Microprism Band
Split-image Spot
Shutter Speeds
F-Stop Number
Exposure Adjustment
B u l b
Manual
Overexposure
Shutter Speed Indicator
(pulsateswhen on AE lock)
1O. Slow Shutter
1 1. Long Time Exposure
12. Underexposure
13. Battery Low Warning Signal
14. Flash Ready LED Light
The Shutter Speed, Slow Shutter and Long Time Exposure
indicationsare always present in the viewfinder. The parts indicated
by the liquid crystal show the information relative to a particular
moment.
* In cold conditionsthe responsespeed of the liquid crystal may get
slower. This is due to the nature of the liquid crystal.and not to
any camera malfunction. !
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* When using a polarizingfilter, dependingon the angle of rotation,
there may be cases in which you cannot see the liquid crystal
indications.
8. AE (AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE)
PHOTOGRAPHY
Your KS-2 camera enablesyou to use automatic exposurewhere the
shutter speed is automatically selected, or manual exposure where
you may select the shutter speed yourself.
1. Set the "A" on the Shutter Speed Dial againstthe Shutter Speed
Index Line.
2. Use the F-Stop Ring to set the desired f-stop number against the
Index Line.
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3. When you press the Exposure Indication Switch, the correct
shutter speed for automatic exposure, will be shown by the
Shutter Speed Indicator in the Viewfinder.
4. When the Shutter Speed Indicatoris within the orange band, this
means a slow shutter speed. You should either select a different
f-stop setting, or pay particular attention to camera shake.
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5. When the a Overexposure mark or the v Underexposure mark
appears,you should select another f-stop number, as the exposure
is incorrect.
* When set to "A', the Shutter Speed Dial is locked into position.
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1O. HOLDING THE CAMERA
Holding the camera correctly when shooting is very important.
1. The camera should be positioned on the palm of your left hand so
that you can use your fingers to turn the FocusingRing of the lens
easily
2. The index finger of your right hand should rest lightly on the
Shutter Release Button, while your right hand holds the camera
body lightly.
3. Your right arm should be in a comfortable position.
@ 4. Keep your left arm resting lightly against your body, and the
carnera should just touch your forehead when you look through
the viewfinder.
* lt is important to shoot with the correct body posture. to avoid
bfurred or tilted shots.
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11. FOCUSING
Look through the viewfinder to compose your picture and focus by
turning the Focusing Ring.
You can focus either by using the center Split-image Spot or the
Microprism lmage Band that surroundsthe center circle.
Split-imageFocusing
When the split image in the Split-imageSpot forms a single image,
the subject is in focus.
M icroprism Focusing
When the subject loses its "shimmering" effect and becomes very
sharp, the subject is in fobus.
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12. REWINDING THE FILM
(Always avoid direct sunlight when unloading the film).
After the last picture on the roll of film has been taken, rewind the
film.
1. Press the Film Rewind ReleaseButton, and it will remain locked
rnto posttton.
2. Pull up the Film Rewind Crank and turn it in the directionof the ar-
row. When the film has been completely rewound, the tension of
the Film Rewind Crank is released and it will revolve freely.
3. Pull up the Film Rewind Knob to its fullest extent and the Back
Cover will open. Remove the film, push the Film Rewind Knob
back into position and close the Back Cover.
* Never open the Back Cover during rewinding,as light will get in
and ruin your film.
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13. AE LOCK SYSTEM
This camera has an AE Lock system. When shooting against the light
on a utomatic exposure, the contrast in the brightness of the
background and the subject means that you cannot obtain a correct
exposure of the subject. In this case, you should use the AE Lock
which retainsthe exposureof the subject regardlessof the changes in
the background lighting conditions. The exposure will not change
until you cancel the AE Lock.
1. Move up close to the subject to measure the exposure,and press
the AE Lock. The Shutter Speed Indicator in the viewfinder will
pulsate to indicate that the exposure is locked onto the subject.
2. Compose the picture and shoot. The AE Lock is then
automaticallYcancelled.
3. lf you wish to cancel the'AE Lock before pressing the Shutter
Release Button, press the AE Lock Button again'
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14. EXPOSUREADJUSTMENT SYSTEM
According to shooting conditions,the camera may be affected more
by the background light than the light of the subject itself. This will
result in under (or over) exposed pictures. In these cases,you should
use the Exposure Adjustment system. You can also use the system
when you wish to create a deliverate effect of over (or under)
exposure.
1. Turn the Film Exposure Adjustment Dial to set the required
number against the ExposureAdjustment Index Line.
Subject ExposureAdjustment
Scenery w th a lot of sky
Figure aga nst the light + 1 to +2
Figurewith a snowscape or
seascapebackground + 1
Spot-fit figure - 1 t o - 2
rt The ExposureAdjustment Dial can be set to click stop
n rc steps) between the numbers indicated.
* Be sure to set it back to the "o" position after use.
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15. B (BULB) SETTING
The B setting is used for shooting night scenesor long time exposu-
res.
1. Keep the Shutter Speed Dial Release Button pressed down and
Set the "B" againstthe Shutter Speed Index Line. The "8" mark in
the Viewfinder will pulsate to indicate that the shutter speed is set
to B (bulb).
2. When you press the Shutter Release Button, the shutter will
remain open as long as the button is pressed.
* For long time exposures,use a tripod and cable releaseto prevent
ca mera shake.
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16. FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY
The Sears Auto/Thyrestor electronic flash (8O25] is available
exclusively for use with this camera.
With this flash unit, you can leave the shutter speed set on "A". Also
the Flash Ready red LED light conveniently lights up in the
Viewfinder, so that you don't have to take your eye away from the
Viewf inder.
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1 . Attach the flash unit to the camera Hot Shoe.
2 . Set the "A" on the Shutter Speed Dial against the Shutter Speed
Index Line.
3. Set the f-stop number to the designated exposure for automatic
shooting. The flash unit wilf automaticallycontrol the amount of
light for subjects within the distance range for automatic flash
photography.
4. Turn the flash unit's power source switch on, and when the flash is
fully charged,the Flash Ready red LED Light will light up,and the
Shutter Speed Indicator will show 1/ 125 sec. and change
automatically to the synchronizingspeed.
5. Press the Shutter Release Button and shoot.
* For further details, please refer to the instructionswith the flash
u ntt,
* Do not use other makes of flash units that have specialsignal pins
exclusively for their cameras, as this will result in incorrect
exposure and may damage the circuitry of the camera.
* lf the Shutter Release Button is pressed before the Flash Ready
LED Light lights up, the shutter speed will be the one indicatedby
the Shutter Speed Indicator.
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17. FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY
Sears Auto/Thyristor (8025)
1. Set the Shutter Speed Dial to the synchronizingspeed of 1/125
sec.
2. The guide number is indicated on the flash unit. Use the guide
number in the following equation to obtain the f-stop number, and
set that number to the f-stop index line.
For example,with a flash unit with guide number 40 for ASA25,
a nd ca mera-to-subject d istance of 5 feet:
Guide number (40)
f-stop number (8) :
Camera-to-subjectdistance 5 feet
With automatic flash units, set the f-stop number designated for
automatic flash photography.
* lt is convenient to use the quick referencetable on the flash unit,
which shows the f-stop numbers already calculated.
* When using other automatic flash units, please follow the
instructionswith the flash unit.
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