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Sears KS Super User manual
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- Sears
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- Sears KS Super
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CONGRATULATIONS!
You have just purchaseda fine camera that will give you many
years of picture-takingpleasure.The KS SUPERis a 35 mm SLR
camerawhich assuresyou of superboptics,outstandingmechani-
cal performanceand reliabilitywhich will justify your choice for
yearsto come.
Before using your KS SUPER.....
Pleaseread this instructionbookletcarefullyand familiarizeyour-
self with the equipmentand its featuresthoroughly.Your pleasure
in using your KS SUPERwill be greaterif you know your camera
thoroughly.
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NOMENCLATURE 1. ShutterSpeedIndexLine 2. ShutterReleaseButton 3. ShutterSpeedDial 4. FilmAdvanceLever 5. ExposureCounter 6. StrapEyelet 7. Self-TimerIndicatorLight 8. LensReleaseLever1 9. F-StopRing 10. LensMountingLocatorNode 11. FocusingRing 12. DistanceScale 13. Depthof FieldScale 14. FlashSynchroTerminal 15. Self-TimerButton 16. FilmSpeedIndicator 17. FilmSpeedDial 18. FilmRewindKnob (BackCoverOpeningKnob) 19. FilmRewindCrank 20. ExposureAdjustmentDial 21 . ExposureAdjustmentIndexLine 2 www.orphancameras.comView original page 5
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SPECIFICATIONS
TYPE 35 mm SLRwith focalplaneshutterandautomatic
electronicexposurecontrol.
FILM FORMAT AND
'SfZE OF FRAME ............. 35 mm film-24 x 36 mm
LENS MOUNT "K" mount
STANDARDLENSES.......... 50 mm AUTOSearstl2.O
SHUTTER ................ .. Verticallymovingelectronically-controlledmetalfo-
SELFTIMER Operatingdelayof approx.1O secs. Operationindi- j
cated by red LEDlight.
VIEWF|NDER........ Fieldof view 90% verticallyand horizontally.View-
ing magnificationO.88X(with standard50 mm t|1.4
lens)
INDICATIONSlN THE VIEWFINDER..... Overexposure,correct exposure,underexposure, r
camera-shakewarning,dedicatedflash ready.
FOCUSING............ .............i......Split-imagespot in microprismband
EXPOSUREMETER .. TTL full open meteringfor center-weightedaverage
light readingwith automaticexposurecoupledto f-
stops.
EXPOSURECOUPLINGRANGE..............EV 5 - 17 (ASA 1OOfilm with standard50 mmf /1.4
lens)
FILM SPEEDRANGE... ASA 1 2-32OO
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I
I FLASHTERMINAL X contact
ACCESSORYSHOE Hot shoe(with dedicatedflashreadysignalcontact)
, ondflashsynchroterminal.
EXPOSUREADJUSTMENT.. Exposureadjustmentsystem(+2to -2in 1/3 steps)
, FILM ADVANCE............. Singlestrokefilm advanceleverwith 135'winding
! (35" stand-off)
"ngle Automatic advance possible by mounting Sears
Autowinder*7356.
EXPOSURECOUNTER........... .. Additive,automaticresetting
FILM REWIND............. By film rewindcranksystem
MIRROR Ouickreturnmirror
BACK COVEROPENINGSYSTEM Hingedcover,openedby pullingup FilmRewind
Knob.
POWERSOURCE One CR-l/3N 3V Lithiumbattery
(Mallory-DuracellDL-1/3N or equivalent)
(Two SR-44 1 .55V SilverOxidebatteries- Mallory
M576, Eveready576 or equivalent,or two LR-44Al-
kalineManganesebatteriescan also be usedon this
camera.)
DIMENSIONS 1 36(W)x 86(H)x SO(D)mm (Bodyonly)
(5.4" x3.4" x 2.O"1
WEIGHT (BODYAND LENSI 21.1OOz.
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ATTACHING THE 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 Viewf inder Cap.
(Fig. 1 )
Fig. 1
1. Slip the Viewfinder Cap on to the strap.(Fig.2)
Fis.2
2. Put the Strap Eyeletand adjust it to the correct length. (Fig.3)
Fis.3
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CHANGING LENSES
To remove the lens from the camera
Keep the Lens Release Lever pressed in, and turn the lens in the
direction of the arrow counterclockwise. (Fig. a)
Fig. 4
To mount the lens on the camera
1. Line up the red dot on the lens mount with the matching red dot
on the camera body, or alternatively,match the red ( I ) mark on
the Depth of Field Scale to the red dot on the camera body.
(Fig.5)
Fig. 5
2. When the lens has engaged, turn it in the direction of the arrow
until it clicks into place clockwise. (Fig. 6)
* For convenience when mounting the lens in the dark, you can
line up the Lens 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.
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INSERTINGTHE BATTERIES
The.bxposure meter and shutter of this camera are powered by a
battery, so it is important to insert the battery correctly for proper
operation.
1 . Remove the Battery Compartment Cover by turning it counter-
clockwise with a coin. (Fig. 7)
Fis.7
2. Place the CR-1/3N Lithium battery (packed with the camera) as
shown in the illustration in the battery holder of the Battery
Compartment Cover. (Fig. 8A)
Replacement Batteries
a) One DuracellDL-1 l3NB Lithium battery or equivalent;
life span about 12 months under normal use...OR
b) Two Duracell MS-76 Silver Oxide batteries or equivalent;
life span about 12 months under normal use (Fig. 8B)...OR
Fis. 8A c) Two LR44 Alkaline batteries or equivalent;
life span about 6 months under normal use. (Fig. 88)
* Since dirt or skin oils may cause a bad contact, wipe the battery
clean with a dry cloth before inserting it.
* When your camera is not used for a long period of tiffie, remove
the battery.
* Generally, in cold conditions, the voltage of the battery de-
creases and this will impair the functioning of the shutter and
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exposure meter. In these cases, either warm up the battery or
keep a spare set warm in your pocket ready to insert just before
shooting.
* The camera will NOT operate if :
a) The battery is inserted incorrectly.
b) The battery is dead or low.
c) You failed to insert a battery.
lf the camera does not operata, dways check your batteries.
INSERTINGTHE FILM
(Always avoid direct sunlight when inserting the film.)
1 . Pull up the Film Rewind Knob until the Back Cover snaps open.
(Fig.9)
Fis.9
2. Insert the film in the Film Chamber and push the Film Rewind
Knob down to its former position.(Fig. 1O)
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3. Insert the film leader into the slit on the Film Take-up Spool.
( F i g .1 1 )
Fis.11
4. Advance the film, making sure that the sprocket holes on the
film are fully engaged on the Sprocket Teeth. (Fig. 121
Fig.12
5. Close and press the Back Cover firmly to lock it. Unfold the Film
Rewind Crank and turn it gently in the direction of the arrow
until the slack in the film has been taken up.(Fig. 13)
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6. Advance the film and press the Shutter Release Button a few times until
the number "1" appears in the Exposure Counter. As you advance the
Film Advance Lever, the Film Rewind Knob rotates indicating that the
film is properly advancing. (Fig. 1a)
When advancing the film during film loading, it is more convenient to set
the Shutter Speed Dial to X to avoid a slow shutter release action. Re-
member to set the Shutter Speed Dial back to A (Auto) after the film has
been inserted.
F i g . 1 4 In cold conditions, the film leader may become hard and brittle.
Warm the leader in your hands before insertion.
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.
The film speed or ASA/DIN is listed on the film box.
1. Pull the Film Speed Indicator outer ring up, and set it against the
film speed number you are using.(Fig. 15)
For example, if the film speed is ASA 1OO,set the indicator on
Fig. 1 5 the Film Speed Dial to 1OO.
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INDICATORSIN THE VIEWFINDER
OF THE KS SUPER
1 . Matte Field
2. Microprism-imageBand
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3. Split-imageSpot
4. Overexposure Indication
5. Correct Exposure Indication
6. U nderexposure I nd ication
7 . Dedicated Flash Ready Signal
8. Camera Shake Warning Light (When light blinks)
AE (AUTOMATTCEXPOSURE)PHOTOGRAPHY
This camera is specially designed for AE (automatic exposure)
photography. Simply set the f-stop number, and the shutter speed
F i s .1 5 is adjusted automatically to give you the correct exposure.
1. Set the A on the Shutter Speed Dial against the Shutter Speed
Index Line.(Fig. 1 6)
2. Move the F-Stop Ring to set the desired f-stop number against
the central index line.(Fig.17l'
(GenerallyF5.6 or 8 outdoors, F2 or 2.8 indoors ASA lOOlDlN
2 1 f i l m )
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3. Look through the viewfinderand press the Shutter Release
Button halfway. lf the exposureis correct,the green LED light
on the rightsideof the (O)lightsup.(Fig.18)
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4. When the greenLED light blinkson and off, it indicatescamera
shakewarning (a shutterspeed of less than 1/50 sec.). lf this
happens,you should select another f-stop number (a lower
+ number). I I lf the green LED light still blinksafter changingthe f-stop num- '?
ber,use a flashunit or tripod.(Fig.19)
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5. lf the red LEDlight in the viewfinderlightsup againsteitherthe +
or the - sign, the exposureis incorrect,and you should select
anotherf-stop until the green LED light lightsup. lf the red LED
light remainslit, such as in very dark conditions,use a flash unit.
I (Fig.2o)
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F.STOP NUMBER GUIDE
Briqhtness F-Stop Number
lnteriors t2 - 2.8
Outside,cloudyconditions f4 - 5.6
Outside,sunnyconditions f 8 - 1 1
Beachin mid-summerand t l 1 - 1 6 snow scenes
* With FilmSpeedASA 1OO
HOLDING THE CAMERA
Holdingthe cameracorrectlywhen shootingis very important'
1. The camerashouldbe positionedon the palm of your left hand
so that you can use your fingersto turn the FocusingRingof the
lenseasily.
2. The index finger of your right hand should rest lightly on the
ShutterReleaseButton,while your right hand holdsthe camera
body lightly.
3. Your rightarm shouldbe in a comfortableposition
4. Keep your left arm resting lightly againstyour body, and the
camerashouldjust touch your foreheadwhen you look through
the viewfinder.
* lt is important to shoot with the correct body posture,to avoid
blurredor tiltedshots.
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FOCUSING
Look through the viewfinder to compose your picture and focus by
turning the FocusingRing.
You can focus either by using the center Split-image Spot or the
Microprism lmage Band that surrounds the center circle.
Split-image Focusing
When the split image in the Split-image Spot forms a single image,
the subject is in focus. (Fig.22l
Microprism Focusing
Fis.22 When the subject loses its "shimmering" effect and becomes very
sharp, the subject is in focus. (Fig. 23l,
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REWINDINGTHE 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 . Push-in the Film Rewind Release Button on the bottom of the
camera, and it will remain locked into position.(Fig.24],
2. Unfold the Film Rewind Crank and turn it in the direction of the
Ftg.24 arrow. When the film has been completely rewound, the tension
of the Film Rewind Crank is released and it will revolve freely.
(Fig.251
3. Pull up the Film Rewind Knob to its fullest extent and the Back
Cover will open. (Fig. 261 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.
* lf you wind the film beyond the set number of frames, the Film
Fig.25 Wind Lever may get stuck midway and the Film Rewind Button
cannot be locked in the down position. lf this should happen,
rewind the film by keeping the Film Rewind Button pressed
down with your finger.
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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 deliberate
effect of over (or under) exposure.
Fis.27 1 . Turn the Film Exposure Adjustment Dial to set the required
number against the ExposureAdjustment Index Line. (Fig.27l
Exposure Subject Adjustment
Scenery with a lot of sky
+1 to +2 Figureagainst the light
Figure with a snowscape or seascape +1 background
Spot-lighted figure -1 to -2
* The Exposure Adjustment Dial can be set to click stop positions
(1 l3 steps) between the numbers indicated.
* Be sure to set it back to the O position after use.
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FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY
"Dedicated" flash units have been designed specifically for your
Sears camera. This type of flash can "communicate" directly to
your camera and accomplish some automatic settings on the
camera itself. When using a specially designed dedicated flash
unit, you can leave the Shutter Speed Dial setting on A (Auto).
Also, when the flash unit is fully charged, the red LED light in the
Fis. 28 Viewfinder lights up, so that you do not have to take your eye away
from the Viewfinder eyepiece.
Using the specially designed flash unit.
1. Attach the flash unit to the Camera Hot Shoe. (Fig.28l
2. Set the A (Auto) on the Shutter Speed Dial against the Index
Line.(Fig.29I-
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3. Set the f-stop to the correct exposure setting for the flash unit.
(Fig. 30) For subject which can be taken by automatic flash
photography, the flash unit will automatically control the
amount of light to give the correct exposure.
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4. Turn on the power source switch on the flash unit. When the
flash unit is fully charged, the red LED Flash Ready Signal in the
viewfinder lights up, and the Shutter Speed is automatically
synchronizedto 1 /1OO sec. (Fig. 31) +o
? 5. Press the Shutter ReleaseButton to take the picture.
* Refer to the instructions with the flash unit for detailed operating
instructions.
* Do not use "Dedicated" flash units designed for other brand
Fig.31 cameras, as this will cause incorrect exposure or may damage
the camera's circuitry.
Using flash units other than "Dedicated" flash
1 . Set the Shutter Speed Dial to X. (Fig .32l-
* With automatic flash units, set the F-stop number designated for
automatic flash photography.
* The flash units have a convenient Ouick Reference. Exposure
Table which can be used to set the proper F-stop number at spe-
Fis.32 c if ic d istances.
* When using other flash units, please follow the instructions for
that flash unit.
* With a non-dedicated flash, the flash ready signal in the view
finder will not operate.
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SELF.TIMERPHOTOGRAPHYAND USAGE OF THE
VIEWFINDERCAP
The self-timer enables you to include yourself in your own photo-
graphs for commemorative occasions etc.
1. After advancing the film, press the Self-Timer Button (Fig.33).
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2. The Self-Timer Indicator Light will pulsate, and about 1O
seconds later,the shutter will be released.(Fig. 34)
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3. lf you wish to cancel the self-timer once it has started operating,
set the Shutter Speed Dial to L or B.
* lf the film has not been advance, the self-timer will not operate.
Viewfinder Cap
When using the self-timer with the A (Auto) setting, to prevent light
from entering the viewfinder eyepiece and causing incorrect expo-
sure, use the Viewfinder Cap attached to the strap to cover the
viewfinder eyepiece.(Fig. 35)
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USING THE AUTO WINDER (#73561
lf you attach the Sears Autowinder to this camera, the film
can be advanced automatically. You can also take contin-
uous shots at up to 2 frames per second. (Fig. 36)
* Before attaching the winder, wipe the contact points on
both the camera and the winder with a dry cloth.
Fis.36
DEPTH OF FIELD
When you focus on a specific subject, distance in front of and be-
hind the subject will be acceptably sharp in your picture.
This area is called the "Depth of field". You can judge the depth of
field in the following way.
1 . The Depth of Field Scale is indicated on each lens.
For instance when the camera-to-subject distance is 10 ft and
Fis.37 the f-stop number is f 1 6, the area within the two tl16 points on
either side of the I mark, will be in sharp focus (about 7 ft to 26
ft). (Fig.37t'
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