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Troubleshooting
What appears troublesome may be easily remedied. Here are some problems that may occur and their remedies. Before contacting a Pentax service center, check the following items.
Symptoms
The shutter cannot be released.
The frame counter does not indicate B.
Indicators do not appear on the LCD panel.
The camera does not focus.
Causes
The last frame is exposed and wound onto the take-up spool.
The main switch is set to r.
The battery warning e appears.
The self-timer mode is being set.
The exposure compensation dial is being set to D, PF or ISO.
The shutter release button is not pressed after loading the film.
The main switch is set to r.
No batteries are installed.
The batteries are improperly installed
The batteries are dead.
AF frame is not placed over the subject.
The subject is too close.
The focus mode is set to [MF].
The subject is difficult to autofocus.
Remedies Reference
Remove the film from the film back. P.25
Set the main switch to i.
Replace the batteries.
Cancel the self-timer mode.
Turn the exposure compensation dial to a position other than D, PF or ISO.
Press the shutter release button after loading the film.
Turn the main switch to i.
Install the batteries.
Install the batteries properly.
Replace the batteries.
Move the camera until the AF frame l
covers the subject.
Increase the camera-to-subject distance.
Set the lens in the autofocus position.
Use the focus lock or focus manually using the matte field.
P.14
P.12
P.35
P.24, P.66,
P.76
P.20
P.14
P.12
P.12
P.12
P.36
P.36
P.32
P.60, P.62
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B
Symptoms
blinks in the viewfinder.
blinks on the LCD panel.
Causes
The subject is too close or difficult to autofocus.
The camera may be defective.
Remedies
Use the focus-lock technique or focus manually using the matte field.
• Press the mid-roll wind-up button to wind the film, then consult your
Pentax distributor or authorized
Pentax repair shop.
• B indication stays on and battery warning e blinks even if the midroll wind-up button is pressed. In this situation, replace the batteries and press the mid-roll wind button again.
Reference
P.62, P.63
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Type:
Format:
Usable Film:
Usable Film Speed:
Exposure Modes:
Shutter:
Lens Mount:
Compatible Lens:
Autofocus System:
Viewfinder:
Viewfinder Indication:
External LCD panel Indication:
Self-timer:
Specifications
TTL autofocus, auto-exposure 6
✕ 4.5 format SLR camera
56 ✕ 41.5mm
120 roll film (16 exposures) with 120 film holder, 220 roll film (33 exposures) with 220 film holder and
70mm roll film (about 95 exposures) with 70mm film holder
ISO 12 - 6400
Programmed AE Mode, Shutter-Priority AE Mode, Aperture-Priority AE Mode, Metered Manual
Mode, Bulb Mode, TTL Flash Mode
Electronically-controlled vertical-run cloth focal-plane shutter, Speed range: (1) Auto 1/1000-30 sec.
(stepless), (2) Manual 1/1000-6 sec.(3) Bulb,
Pentax 645 AF mount (645 A-mount with AF coupler, lens information contacts)
Pentax 645 AF mount, Pentax 645 A-mount
TTL phase-matching multi-(3 points) autofocus system switchable to Spot focusing, AF operational brightness range: EV - 1 to 18 (at ISO 100), Focus lock available using shutter release button, Focus
Mode: Continuous (predictive AF provided), Single, Manual [MF]
Keplerian telescopic viewfinder with Natural-Bright-Matte focusing screen (lnterchangeable focusing screens available), Field of view: 92% vertical and 93% horizontal, Magnification: 0.76X (with 75mm lens at infinity), Diopter:-3.5 to + 1.5m
-1
, 3-point AF frame, Spot AF frame, Spot AF range
Focus Information: In-focus (Green lamp u is lit), front or back focus signals and unable-to-focus indicator (Green lamp blinks), Shutter speed indication, Aperture indication, Flash ready indication s is lit, Bar graph (exposure compensation), Auto bracketing indicator, Over or Under exposure indication in Manual Exposure Mode, w exposure compensation indication, n AE lock indicator i
= possible to imprint exposure data, e=Battery exhaustion warning, Film speed, ISO indication,
Film counter
Electronically-controlled type with delay time of 12 sec. or 2 sec. delay when mirror lock-up in use.
Start by pressing of shutter release button, Operation confirmation: By PCV beep tone. Cancelable after operation
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Mirror:
Film Loading:
Film Winding:
Exposure Meter:
Exposure Compensation:
Multiple Exposure:
Auto bracketing:
Flash sync:
Exposure Data Imprinting:
Pentax Function:
Power Source:
Battery Exhaustion Warning:
Dimensions and Weight:
Supplied Accessories:
Instant-return mirror with AF secondary mirror. Mirror lock-up is possible.
120 and 220 films semi-automatically loaded with a start mark, 70mm film automatically loaded
Auto film winding by built-in motor with single/consecutive mode, Approx.2.0 frames/sec.(consecutive mode)
TTL dual six-segment metering, Metering range from EV2 to EV21 at ISO100 with 75mm f/2.8 lens,
Center-weighted and Spot metering mode can be set
±3.3EV in 0.3EV step increments
Via Multi-exposure switch
1/3EV step increments, 2/3EV step increments, 1EV step increments, Possible to use with exposure compensation
Via Hot shoe with X-sync. contact with couples with Pentax dedicated auto flashes, X-sync speed at
1/60 sec., Slow shutter speed synchronization possible in Metered Manual Mode, X-sync. socket is provided, ISO range=25-800
Possible to imprint the exposure data on the outside of the picture frame. Characters, number of films, frame number, exposure mode, shutter speed, aperture value, exposure compensation, metering mode and focal length
10 user defined functions
Six AA-size 1.5V batteries (Alkaline or Lithium battery), an optional Remote battery pack 645 is attachable with connecting the power cord.
Battery exhaustion symbol e is lit (blinking when the shutter is locked; no indication in the viewfinder.)
147.0mm(W) ✕ 109.0mm(H) ✕ 117mm(D) (5.8" ✕ 4.3" ✕ 4.6") 1280g (45.2 oz) body only without batteries.
Body mount cap 645, Rear body cap 645, Release socket cap, Strap D, Large eye cap 645, and Hot shoe cover FK.
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Warranty Policy
All Pentax cameras purchased through authorized bona fide photographic distribution channels are guaranteed against defects of material or workmanship for a period of twelve months from date of purchase. Service will be rendered, and defective parts will be replaced without cost to you within that period, provided the equipment does not show evidence of impact, sand or liquid damage, mishandling, tampering, battery or chemical corrosion, operation contrary to operating instructions, or modification by an unauthorized repair shop. The manufacturer or its authorized representatives shall not be liable for any repair or alterations except those made with its written consent and shall not be liable for damages from delay or loss of use or from other indirect or consequential damages of any kind, whether caused by defective material or workmanship or otherwise; and it is expressly agreed that the liability of the manufacturer or its representatives under all guarantees or warranties, whether expressed or implied, is strictly limited to the replacement of parts as herein before provided. No refunds will be made on repairs by nonauthorized Pentax service facilities.
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Procedure During 12-month Warranty Period.
Any Pentax which proves defective during the 12-month warranty period should be returned to the dealer from whom you purchased the equipment or to the manufacturer. If there is no representatives of the manufacturer is your country, send the equipment to the manufacturer, with postage prepaid. In this case, it will take a considerable length of time before the equipment can be returned to you owing to the complicated customs procedures required. If the equipment is covered by warranty, repairs will be made and parts replaced free of charge, and the equipment will be returned to you upon completion of servicing. If the equipment is not covered by warranty, regular charges of the manufacturer or of its representatives will apply. Shipping charges are to be borne by the owner. If your Pentax was purchased outside of the country where you wish to have it serviced during the warranty period, regular handling and servicing fees may be charged by the manufacturer's representatives in that country. Notwithstanding this, your Pentax returned to the manufacturer will be serviced free of charge according to this procedure and warranty policy.
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In any case, however, shipping charges and customs clearance fees to be borne by the sender.
To prove the date of your purchase when required, please keep the receipt or bills covering the purchase of your equipment for at least a year. Before sending your equipment for servicing, please make sure that you are sending it to the manufacturer's authorized representatives or their approved repair shops. Unless you are sending it directly to the manufacturer. Always obtain a quotation for the service charge, and only after you accept the quoted service charge, instruct the service station to proceed with the servicing.
The local warranty policies available from Pentax distributors in some countries can supersede this warranty policy. Therefore, we recommend that you review the warranty card supplied with your product at the time of purchase, or contact the PENTAX distributor in your country for more information and to receive a copy of the warranty policy.
Statement of FCC Compliance
For Customers in USA
STATEMENT OF FCC COMPLIANCE
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
This equipment has been bested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does not cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encourage to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Consult the dealer or an experience radio/TV technician for help.
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For Customers in Canada
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-003.
Pour les utilisateurs au Canada
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
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