Minolta Vectis S-1 camera User manual

 e Format
1. Open the control-panel
door, then press the date
2. Press and hold the select
button until all items in
the date display blink.
3. Turn the control dial to
change the display
format.
The sequence is as follows:
Y MD-> MD Y -> DM Y
4. Press the date button, or press the select button
until the display stops blinking, to set the chosen
format.
«After changing the date/time format, press the shutter-release
button partway down to return to the standard data-panel
display.
Follow the sequence as stated above. If the wrong button is
pressed, the new format will not be entered.
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Imprinting the Date or Time
Before taking the picture-
1. Open the control-panel
door.
2. Press the date button
until the data panel
displays the format you
want to see on the print.
The sequence is as follows:
Date -> Time -> ---- -- (No
Imprinting)
* After selecting the desired
date/time format, press the
shutter-release button partway
down to retum to the standard
data-panel display; will!
remain in the data panel.
«The same format will be printed on the front and the back of
the print.
elf front imprinting is not selected, all the date and time
information will be printed on the back of the photograph.
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Three titles from the title list can be preset for use while
taking pictures. Any one of the preset titles can be selected
before the picture is taken. When chosen, the selected title
will be recorded on the film's IX data strip. At certified
Advanced Photo System photofinishers, the selected title will
be printed on the back of the print.
Some labs may not be able to print the titles in all of the
available languages. See your photofinisher for details.
| I а Titles are displayed in the data
| us == | panel as a title code. Please
ar = J refertothe Title List for the
titles available with this
camera,
Preselecting Titles
Three title codes have been set into memory. You can
change one or all three title codes at any time.
1. Select the code for the title you want from the Title
List.
| 2. Open the control panel
| door, then press the title
button to display the title
code you want to change.
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3. Press the select button,
the first digit of the title
code will blink.
«Pressing the select button
causes the next item to blink,
starting at the right and moving
to the left.
. Rotate the control dial to
change the value of the
blinking number.
. Press the select button to
make the next digit blink.
Rotate the control dial to
change its value.
. Press the select button to
make the language code
blink, then rotate the
contro! dial to change the
language code.
. When the title
information is correct,
press the title button, or
press the select button
until the display stops
blinking.
(4 о «Press the shutter-release
[+ we EE button partway down to return
| MED td fo the standard data-panel
display. After setting the Не information, GM will remain in
the data panel.
Follow the sequence as stated above. If the wrong button is
pressed, the new data will not be entered.
Frame Title Imprinting
| Before taking the picture-
| 1. Open the control-panel
door.
2. Press the title button to
select the desired title.
«Each press of the title button
changes the title to the next
selection.
* The title number (1, 2, or 3) is
displayed in the lower right
hand corner of the data panel.
«Press the shutter-release button partway down to return to the
standard data-panel display. After setting the title information,
ELE will remain in the data panel.
3. Take the picture. The IX Data is written and the
selection is canceled for the next frame,
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Filmstrip Title Imprinting
You can choose a title for the entire roll of film. Both the
filmstrip title and the frame title will be imprinted on the back of
the photograph.
* The filmstrip title will be imprinted on the back of every print.
rewound and @ blinks in
| After the film has been
the data panel-
1. Open the control-panel
door and press the title
button to select the
desired title.
*Each press of the title button
changes the title to the next
selection.
button ali-the-way down
to set the title.
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| 2. Press the shutter-release
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3. When @ blinks in the data panel again, press the
film-chamber release and remove the film.
«Set the filmstrip title before removing the film. Once the film
has been removed, a filmstrip title can not be recorded.
Once set, the filmstrip title can not be changed or canceled
using the camera.
*Filmstrip tiles set on rolis rewound at mid roll will appear on
frames exposed after reloading.
* A filmstrip title can not be set on a reloaded partially exposed
roll.
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The self-timer will delays the release of the shutter for
approximately 10 seconds after the shutter-release button is
pressed.
1. Place the camera on a
tripod, then press the self-
timer button, until ©
appears in the data panel.
2. Center your subject in the
focus frame.
| 3. Press the shutter-release
button all-the-way down
to start the timer. The seif-
timer indicator on the
front of the camera will
blink, then glow just
before the shutter
releases.
* The self-timer mode will automatically cancel after the shutter
is released.
*Do not press the shutter-release button while standing in front
of the camera.
«If you want to take a picture with your subject outside of the
focus frame, use focus hold. See page 38.
*To cancel the self-timer before the shutter releases, press the
main switch to turn the camera off, or press the self-timer
button.
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In this mode, the camera will release the shutter and advance
film as long as the shutter-release button is held down.
1. Press the drive-mode
button until 4 appears in
the data panel.
2. Press the shutter-release
button down and hold.
*The camera will continue to
release the shutter and
advance the film as long as the
shutter-release button is held
down,
When taking flash pictures, the shutter will release alter the
flash is charged.
«When the subject is moving, the shutter will release after the
camera focuses on the subject.
The frame title and print quantity do not change during a
continuous drive series of pictures.
* To cancel continuous-drive mode, press the drive-mode button
until the drive-mode indicator disappears from the data panel,
or tum the camera off.
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The optional IR Remote Control RC-3 allows remote camera
operation from up to 6m (19.7 ft.) away.
«The remote control may not operate with backlit subjects or
under fluorescent light.
* То save power, remote-control mode is canceled if the remote
control is not operated for more than eight minutes.
* |f there is a bright light source behind the camera, attach the
eyepiece cap. See page 81.
* The IR Remote Control RC-3 is not splashproof.
| 1. Place the camera ona
tripod, then press the
remote-control button
until appears in the
data panel.
; 2. Arrange the camera and
subject positions, then
compose your picture.
3. Point the remote emitter
toward the front of the
camera and press the « or
25 button.
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If the ® button (release button) is pressed, the lamp on the front
of the camera will blink once before the picture is taken.
«If the 2s button is pressed, the lamp on the front of the camera
will blink for two seconds before the shutter releases.
«To cancel, press the remote-control button again, or turn the
camera off,
® If the camera's remote-control receiver does not blink, the
camera did not receive the signal.
«If the flash ‘pops up’ when the release button on the remote
control is pressed, wait a few seconds for the flash to charge,
then press the release button again to take the picture.
* |f the flash is up and charged when the remote's release
button is pressed, the picture will be taken immediately.
*Use the IR Remote Control RC-3 from
20cm (approx. 8 in.) above the
camera to eliminate camera shake,
When your subject is not centered in the focus s frame. use
manual focus or focus hold.
1.
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Set the camera to the remote-
control mode.
2. Center your subject in the
— focus frame, then press the
Pt” shutter-release button partway
down until e appears in the
Га иг EE] viewfinder.
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3. Lift your finger from the shutter-release button.
4. Recompose the picture, if necessary.
5. Point the remote toward the front of the camera and
press the e or 2s button.
«Focus will remain locked until any button on the camera is
pressed,
Changing the Battery
The remote control uses a 3V lithium battery (CR2032). When
pressing the remote-control buttons does not release the
shutter, the battery must be replaced. A new battery should
provide approximately ten years of operation.
| À, Pull out the battery
chamber and remove the
old battery.
2. insert a new battery into
the battery chamber with
its plus side up,
3. Slide the battery chamber
back into the remote
control.
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Bulb can only be used in M
mode. When set, the shutter will
remain open as long as you
press the shutter-release
button. To avoid blurry pictures,
mount the camera on a tripod
and use the optional IR Remote
Control RC-3 to release the
shutter.
1. Select M mode.
2. Turn the control dial until
bulb appears in the data
panel.
3. Press and hold the
exposure-compensation/
aperture button, then turn
the control dial to set the
aperture.
4. Mount the camera on
tripod and compose the
picture.
5. Remove the eyepiece cup.
6. Slide the eyepiece cap on.
* The eyepiece cap prevents
stray light from entering the
eyepiece and affecting
exposure,
Eyepiece Cap
7. Press and hold the shutter-release button to take the
picture.
«The shutter will remain open until the shutter-release button is
released.
* The shutter speed data on the back of the print will be
recorded as 100 seconds,
When using the IR Remote Control RC-3
1. Press the * button to open the shutter immediately,
or press the 2s button to delay the release for two
seconds.
2. Press either button to close the shutter.
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O
14-segment Spot metering
honeycomb pattern
The standard metering mode for this camera uses a fourteen
segment honeycomb pattern metering system to determine
the correct exposure,
When you want to set the exposure according to a very small
part of the scene, spot metering lets you use a single
metering segment to determine correct exposure. When
selected, only the center segment of the honeycomb pattern
is used to read the brightness of the subject in the spot circle
in the center of the viewfinder.
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1. Focus on the subject.
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2. Press and hold the spot/
AEL button, EX will
appear in the viewfinder
*Exposure will be locked until
the spot button is released.
3. Recompose the picture,
then press the shutter-
release button all-the-way
down to take the picture.
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«Spot metering is available only when the flash does not fire, If
the spot button is pressed when the flash is fired, slow-shutter
syne is sel. See page 95.
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Over Exposure Under Exposure
Metered Exposure
This function lets you compensate the exposure */- 3 EV in
1/2 EV increments when the camera's metering system may
not be able to accurately determine exposure. More exposure
is recommended for very bright scenes, such as snow or
beach scenes. Less exposure is recommended when the
scene is composed of darker tones.
«When using exposure compensation with negative film, set
Fixed Time Print Mode. See page 86.
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1. Press and hold the
exposure-compensation
button, then turn the
control dial until the
desired compensation
value appears in the data
panel.
2. Release the exposure-
compensation button to
enter the number.
* or [= will remain in the data
panel and viewfinder as a
reminder that exposure
compensation is set.
“To cancel exposure compensation, perform the above
procedure and select 0.0.
«Exposure compensation is not available in manual mode.
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with FTPM without FTPM
FTPM ensures that your film will be printed as it was exposed,
without compensation by the printer.
«TPM can only be selected for the whole roll of film, not for a
specific image on the roll.
*Some labs may not utilize FTPM. See your photofinisher for
details.
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f After the film has been
| rewound and @ blinks in
the data panel-
| 4. Press the PRINT/FTPM
button. 'on' will appear in
the data panel.
olf the FTPM button is pressed
again, FTPM will be canceled.
2. Press the shutter-release
button ail-the-way down.
. When @ blinks in the data
panel again, press the
film-chamber release and
remove the film.
*FTPM and a filmstrip title can be set at the same time.
«Setting FTPM cancels Mid Roll Change, and sets the film's VE
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*FTPM can not be set on reloaded partially exposed rolls
(VEL BR).
sOnce set, FTPM can not be canceled.
* FTPM can not be selected for slide film.
*Some labs may still compensate some of the exposures.
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The film speed can be set manually when you want to
override the DX-coded film speed. Film speeds can be set
manually from ISO 6 to 1SO 6400 in 1/3 EV increments.
«The film speed will be set for the entire roll, not for a single
exposure.
1 1, Press the exposure-
compensation/aperture-
select and the spot/AEL
buttons at the same time.
«The film speed setting appears
in the body data panel.
2. Turn the controi dial to set
the film speed.
3. Press the shutter-release button partway down to
return to normal operation.
»if the film speed has been set manually, ihe film speed wil
blink when the camera is turned on.
«The original DX-coded film speed will be set when partially
exposed film is reloaded.
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If the camera detects that the scene is too dark to focus
accurately, the flash will pop-up and fire a few short bursts
before and after the lens focuses (AF Illuminator). This
provides the light necessary for the camera to detect and
focus on your subject.
« The range of the AF fluminator flash is approximately one to
five meters.
*When an accessory flash is attached, the accessory flash’s AF
Huminator will be used.
* The AF llluminator does not fire in Sports Mode.
1. Press the flash-mode and
the date/time-mode button
simultaneously. ON AL
appears in the data panel.
| à Press the Select button.
OFF AL appears in the
data panel.
«Press the shutter-release
button partway down to return
to the normal data-panel
display.
*Repeat the procedure to turn the AF lluminator back on.
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Normal Flash
Wireless/Remote Flash
Wireless/Remote Ratio Flash
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Wireless/Remote Off-Camera
Flash Control is available with
the Minolta accessory flashes:
5400HS, 5400xi, or 3500xi.
Wireless/Aemote flash lets you
experiment with creative lighting
techniques using off-camera
accessory flashes without the
usual tangle of accessory cords
and connectors.
In Wireless/Remote flash mode,
the off-camera flash is triggered
by a coded signal from the
camera's built-in flash when you
press the shutter-release
button. Another signal stops it
once the camera’s TTL flash
meter detects that proper
exposure has been received.
A 2:1 lighting ratio can also be
obtained automatically. When
selected, the off-camera flash
provides 2/3 of the full exposure
and the built-in flash provides
the remaining 1/3.
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a 1. Attach the accessory
| flash (5400HS, 5400xi, or
3500xi) to the camera and
turn both the flash and
the camera on.
2. Press the red-eye-
reduction/wireless-flash
button, WL will appear in
the data panel.
«The flash is now set for
wireless/remote flash
operation.
3. Remove the accessory
flash.
4. Press the camera's flash-
mode button to raise the
built-in flash. The
accessory flash is now
ready to be positioned.
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a Pictures In Wireless/ Remote Flash Mode
1. Position your camera and 3500xi flash unit using the
information on this page. If you are using a flash unit
other than the 3500xi off camera, refer to the
instruction manual for that flash to determine the
aperture, camera to subject distance, and the flash
to subject distance.
*The off-camera flash may not detect the control signals if it is
placed behind the subject.
Aperture Camera - Subject Distance
3500xi - Subject Distance
4 1.4 - 5.0 т 1.0 - 5.0 т
4.6 - 16 ft. 33-16 1
12-50m 0.85-50m
14.8 3.9 - 16 ft 08-16 ft
, 10-50m 07-45m
115.6 3,3 - 16 ft. 23-145 ft
« Calculated for 150 200 film only,
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Using the Optional Remote Control
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. When the built-in n flash i is
charged, ¥ will glow i
the viewfinder, Wh
off-camera flash is
charged, its AF
Hiuminator will blink.
3. Press the spot/AEL button
to test fire the accessory
flash, and wait again for
both flashes to charge.
4. Press the shutter-release
button all-the-way down
- to take the picture.
To avoid underexposed images when using the remote
control with wireless/remote off-camera flash, keep the
remote control at least one meter away from, and do not point
the remote control at, the off-camera flash.
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1. Reattach the accessory
flash to the camera.
2. Press the red-eye-
reduction/wireless-flash
button.
*WI. will disappear from the
data panel.
«To cancel wireless/remote-flash mode on the camera only,
press the red-eye-reduction/wireless-flash mode button without
attaching the flash,
«To cancel wireless/remote-flash mode on the 3500xi only, turn
the flash off, then press and hold the ON/OFF bution until the
wireless lamp turns off.
«To cancel wireless/remote-flash mode on other flash units,
refer to your flash owners manual.
Wireless/Remote Ratio Control
In wireless/remote mode, when ratio control is selected, the
output of the off-camera flash and built-in flash combine to
provide a 2:1 lighting ratio.
To use ratio control
1. Press and hold the flash-
mode button.
| 2. Press the shutter-release
button all-the-way down
to take the picture.
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Slow-shutter sync balances the existing light and flash
exposures to let you photograph portraits with scenic
backgrounds at night or in other fow-light situations.
*Slow-shutter sync is similar to Night Portrait mode. Use slow-
shutter sync in A mode, where Night Portrait mode is not
available,
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— While pressing the spo/AEL
button, press the shutter-
— release button all-the-way
| down to take the picture.
| *InA, S, and M modes, press the
Hash-made button to raise the
flash.
*Use of a tripod is recommended,
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The program-reset button quickly returns the camera to fuily-
automatic operation. Pressing the program-reset button will
set the camera as follows:
FUNCTION P-MODE SETTING
Exposure mode P mode
Focus mode Autotocus
Flash mode Auto-on
Exposure Compensation +/- 0
Film-drive mode Single-frame advance
Self-timer Canceled
Wireless/Remote Flash Canceled
«Title, date, print quantity, red-eye reduction, manual film speed,
and AF iluminator setings will not change.
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To receive the best possible prints, take
your film to a photolab displaying the
Certified Advanced Photo System
Photofinishing Service logo.
. | Photofinishers displaying this logo have
| been certified according to Advanced
| К Notolinishirr Photo System guidelines,
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* The following is a list of services required for certification. See
your photolab for a full list of available services.
Photolabs displaying this logo will be able to provide the
following five services.
1. CHP - Print Format
Your film will be printed according to the format set when the
picture was taken.
2. Date and Title Imprinting
The date, time, and selected title are printed on the back of
the picture in the chosen format.
3. PQI - Print Quality Improvement
The lab will compensate (or not compensate) printing
according to the data recorded on the magnetic data strips.
4. Film is returned in the cassette,
To keep the film dust free and aid in organization, film is
returned in its original film cassette. The VE! will be set to Mi
to prevent accidental loading.
5. Index Print
An index print showing a numbered image of each frame is
included with your returned order.
Reprints NN ee
images are always captured in the H format however, |
any of the three formats can be selected when ordering
reprints.
This camera is designed to work specifically with lenses, flash
units, and other accessories manufactured and distributed by
Minolta. Using incompatible accessories with this camera may
result in unsatisfactory performance or damage to the camera
and accessories.
Lenses
All V-series lenses can be used with this camera.
Flashes
All Vectis, 1, xi, and HS series flash units can be used with this
camera.
+ X-Series flash units can not be used with this camera.
. To attach an accessory flash, remove
the accessory shoe cap as shown.
*Dry the camera and flash contacts before
a, mounting the flash.
Advance hoto System lenses require shorter focal lengths to
obtain the same angle of view as their 35mm counterparts.
Refer to the table below to determine the widest focal length
your accessory flash will cover,
Coverage for 35mm Coverage for Advanced Photo
Focal Length System Focal Length
24 mm 19 mm
28 mm 22 mm
35 mm 28 mm
«Only Vectis series flashes are splashproof. Do not allow other
series flash units to get wet.
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When. usi ng a an A accessory y flash with your camera, you may
select any of the three flash modes. Please read the following
instructions for selecting accessory flash modes.
ress the camera flash-
mode button to select the
desired mode: AUTO (7),
N (5), or OFF (%)
« All inform ation | is transferred
directly to the accessory flash.
— Using the flash
Press the flash ON/OFF
button to select the desired
mode:
te
наи,
Select +,
«Flash data is not transferred to
the camera until he shutter-
release button is pressed
partway down.
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Accessory Flash Notes
«To use an AF series flash unit, the Flash Shoe Adapter FS-
1100 must be attached to the camera. When the flash is on,
the flash will fire each time the shutter is released. At no time
will the flash’s AF illuminator activate.
«The 5400HS, 5400xi, 3500xi, 5200i, 3200i,and 4000AF flashes
zoom according to the focal length of the lens.
«The flash range and coverage angle of the 5400HS, 5400xi,
52001, and 4000AF flashes is suitable for Advanced Photo
System focal lengths. The coverage displays may not display
Advanced Photo System focal lengths accurately. For
example, the 56mm Advanced Photo System focal length will
be displayed as bOmm or 60mm.
*The flash range diagrams in the 3500xi. 2000xi, 3200i, and the
2000i flash units are applicable for Advanced Photo System
focal lengths.
Not for use on Vectis system cameras
«Close-up Diffuser CD-1000
«Wireless Remote Flash Controller
«Eyepiece Corrector 1000
„Wireless Controller IR-1N
This manual contains information regarding products introduced
before August, 1996. To obtain compatibility information for
products released after this date, contact the authorized Minolta
Service Facility nearest you,
Cleaning
* If the camera or lens barrel is dirty, wipe it gently with a soft,
clean, dry cloth. If the camera or lens comes in contact with
sand, gently blow away loose particles - wiping may scratch the
surface,
» To clean the lens surface, first brush away any dust or sand
then, if necessary, moisten a lens tissue with lens cleaning fluid
and gently wipe the lens in a circular motion, starting from the
center.
= Never place lens fluid directly on the lens,
* Never touch the interior of the camera, especially the mirror.
Doing so may impair their alignment and movement. Dust on
the mirror will not affect the picture quality.
» Never use compressed air to clean the camera's interior, doing
so may cause damage to sensitive interior parts.
» Never use organic solvents to clean the camera.
* Never touch the lens surface with your fingers.
Storage
When storing your camera for extended periods, please follow
these guidelines:
« Attach the protective caps.
* Store ina cool, dry, and weil-ventilated area away from dust and
chemicals such as moth balls. For very long periods, place the
camera in an airtight container with a silica gel drying agent.
» Periodically release the camera’s shutter to keep it operating
properly.
* Before using after prolonged storage, check the camera's
operation to make sure it is functioning properly.
Before important Events
+ Check the camera's operation carefully, or take test pro
photographs.
« Minolta is not responsible for damages incurred by equipment
malfunction 0 Lee
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Questions and Service
* |f you have questions about your camera, contact your local
camera dealer or write to the Minolta distributor in your area.
* Before shipping your camera for repair, please contact an
authorized Minolta Service Facility for details.
important information for Advanced Photo System
Camera Owners
The Advanced Photo System includes many possibilities for
photography which are not yet available on current photofinishing
equipment, even at certified Advanced Photo System
Photofinishers. Feature availability will increase as the system
moves forward and processing equipment is updated or modified.
The Yectis S-1 is already equipped with a number of these
functions. We recommend you ask your photofinisher for a list of
available services when having your Advanced Photo System film
developed.
Functions include; Print Quantity Selection
Front Imprinting
Fixed Time Printing Mode (FTPM)
Photo Data Recording
Technical details of optional V lens 28-56mm /4-5.6
Elements: 7
Groups: 7
Angle of view: 34°10" - 63°20
Min. focus distance: 0,35 m (5.5 In)
Max. magnification: 0.18X
Minimum !-stop: 1/32
Filter diameter: 40.5 mm
Dimensions: 959 x 52 mm
Weight: 1159
The specifcations are based on the latest information available at
the time of printing and are subject to change without notice.
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Camera Type:
1X240 type system camera
Lens
Minolta V lens
AF System:
Type: TTL phase-detection systerr Sensor: One CCD line sensor,
Focus Modes: Autofocus/Manual focus; AF Mode Selection: Single-
frame/Continuous drive; Sensitivity: EV 1-19 (50 200); AF
Huminator Flash, Range: + - Sm (3.3 - 16ft)
Metering:
Without Flash: 14-segment honeycomb-pattern metering or Spot
metering; With Flash: 4-segment TTL direct metering; Range:
Honeycomb pattern- EV 3-21 (f/3.5 1SO 200), Spot- EV 6-21 (13.5
150 200); AE Sensor: Without flash- 14-segment honeycomb-
pattern silicon photocell (SPC), With flash- 4-segment SPC
shutter:
Type: Electronically controlled, vertical traverse focal-plane; Range:
1/2000 - 30 sec, bulb; Flash Sync: 1/126 sec or slower (1/45 sec
with wireless/remote flash)
Flash:
Type: Built-in, pop-up type with TTL control; Guide Number: 14 (at
150 200) Coverage: 22mm (Advanced Photo System focal length)
Recycling time: 2.5 sec
in P, Portrait, Landscape, and Night Portrait modes: Autoflash in
low-light or backlit situations, Manual Fill-flash, and Flash Cancel
In Close-up and Sports modes: Autoflash in low light, Manual Fill-
Hash, and Flash Cancel
In A/S/M modes: Manual Fil-flash and Flash Cancel
Viewfinder:
Type: SLR type, TTL relay-optical;, Field of view: 85%:
Magnification: 0.8X; Diopter: -4 to +2 diopters; Eye relief: 25mm
from the eyepiece lens
Film Transport: ~~
Loading: Drop-in loading; Continuous Drive: Approx. 1 frame per
sec.; Frame counter: backwards type: Rewind: Automatic and
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Film Speed Setting:
Automatic: ISO 25 10 180 6400; Manual: 150 6 10 150 6400
Splashproof:
Equivalent to IPX2 (IEC standard)
Power:
Two 3-volt CH2 lithium batteries
Performance:
Performance is based on Minolta's standard test method using 25
exposure 1X240 film, a V 22-80mm f/4-5.6 lens, and fresh batteries.
The lens is focused from infinity to 2.0 m and back 2 times and the
shutter-release button held partway down for ten seconds betore
the shutter is released. Exposures are taken at a rate of two rolls
per month.
| Flash Use | Rolls at 20°C
none approx. 25
50% of Exp. approx. 15
100% approx. 10
If more operations are performed during use, battery performance
will be lower. To maximize battery performance, slide the main
switch to lock when the camera is not in use.
Dimensions:
126.5 X 76.5 X 63.5mm (4.98 X 3.01 X 2.5 in.)
Weight:
365¢ (12.87 oz.)
Specifications and accessories are based on the latest information
available at the time of printing and are subject to change without
notice.
This mark on the bottom of your camera is to inform you that
this camera meets the requirements of the EU (European
Union) concerning interference causing equipment regulations.
CE stands for Corformité Européenne (European Conformity).
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Hefer to these pages to determine the cause of a problem you
are experiencing with your camera. If the information does not
cover the problem which you are experiencing or the condition
continues, contact your nearest Minolta Service Facility,
No display appears when the camera is switched on.
«The batteries are loaded incorrectly; remove and reinstall the
batteries.
«The batteries are exhausted; install new batteries.
+The camera has malfunctioned; turn the camera off and
remove and reinsert the batteries. If normal operation does
not resume or the camera malfunctions repeatedly, contact
an authorized Minolta Service Facility.
Autofocus does not work when shutter-release button
ís pressed partway down.
* The situation is unsultable for autofocus; use focus hold or
manual focus.
* The camera is set to the manual-focus mode; press the
focus-mode button to return to autofocus mode.
«The subject is too close; check the minimum focus distance
for your lens.
Shutter can not be released.
* The focus can not be confirmed; use focus hold, or manual
focus.
«The camera is attached to a microscope or telescope; contact
a Minolta Service Facility for information,
Flash fires when the shutter-release is pressed
partway down.
*The AF illuminator is on; this is a normal camera operation.
Flash picture is too dark.
«Your subject is beyond the flash range: make sure your
subject is within the flash range before taking the picture.
Lower part of flash picture is dark.
«The lens hood is attached; remove the lens hood before
using the built-in flash.
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MODE DISPLAY CAUSE
Light level is beyond the range
Р of available shutter speeds and
Shutior speed < and
aperture blink
apertures.
Required shutter speed is
A beyond the range of the
camera.
с Required aperture is beyond
- < the range of the lens.
Maximum or Minimum Зе
aperture blhinks
| ®% P 4-56 „] | Light level is below the
Spot ==) | camera's minimum metering
va range.
o {+ ; -
All в _ Вы Lens is not attached, or is
ma attached improperly.
AH Film is not loaded.
JF € 3 Date memory can be lost when
All мае 2 ; [ . .
‘ the batteries are changed.
wim and ---- -- blink
All | о | Camera malfunction
Err appears
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camera malfunctions repeatedly, contact an authorized
Minolta Service Facility.
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In bright light, attach a neutral density (ND) filter, use film
with lower film speed, or reduce the overall brightness of
your surroundings. In low-light, use flash or another light
source to increase the brightness of your surroundings.
Select a larger/smaller aperture until the display stops oy
бий 56-57
blinking.
Select a faster/slower shutter speed until the display A PA
оо 59-60
stops blinking.
Use higher speed film, increase the brightness, cancel 87-83
spot metering. a
Attach the lens, or disconnect and reattach the lens.
If the camera is attached to a microscope or telescope; 22
contact a Minolta Service Facility for information.
Load tim. 27
Reset the date and time. 67
Turn the camera off, then remove and reinsert the
| batteries. if normal operation does not resume or the 20
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Program reset J) |
|
(& Portrait Mode
Select a aÀ| Landscape Mode
subject W) Close-up Mode
program mode E OS
Set manual
fill-flash
Set flash
cancel
Set red-eye
reduction
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