Ricoh AF-70 Instructions

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CONTENTS
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MAJOR SPECIFICATIONS .................. ©
NOMENCLATURE
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. Film Speed Selector
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13.
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Distance Measuring
Window
Film Counter
Shutter Release Button
Self-Timer Switch
Self-Timer LED
Strap Eyelet
Lens Shield Switch
Lens Shield
Photocell
Film Speed Window
DX Auto Lamp
Flash Unit
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. Viewfinder Eyepiece
. AF Monitor/Too Close
Warning
. Film Advance/Rewind
Monitor
. Flash Ready Lamp
. Film Take-up Spool
. Back Cover Lever
. Manual Film Rewind
Switch
. Film Guides
. Tripod Socket
. Film Rewind Shaft
. Battery Compartment
Cover
. Back Cover
. Film Loaded Window
. Film Camber
. Sprocket
INSERTING THE BATTERIES
The camera will not operate unless the
batteries are installed.lt is important to ensure
that the batteries are inserted correctly.
1.
2.
Push the Battery Compartment Cover in
the direction of the arrow to pull open. (Fig.1)
Insert two batteries, checking that the?)
andoon the batteries are lined up correctly
according to the polarity diagram inside
~ the battery compartment. (Fig. 2)
Close the Battery Compartment Cover by
pushing it in the direction of the arrow
(Fig. 3)
Fig. 2 Fig. 3
Batteries
Two Alkaline penlight batteries, or two
Manganese penlight batteries.
x Do not use Nickel Cadmium batteries.
x Please remove the batteries from the
camera when you do not use the camera
for a long period of time.
* Use of rechargeable Nicad batteries is not
recommended. Due to higher internal
amperage, the electronics in your Ricoh
camera/flash unit may be damaged. If
damage due to use of Nicad batteries occurs
the warranty will be considered null and void.
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Fig. 4
OPENING THE LENS SHIELD
1. Open the Lens Shield by sliding the Lens
Shield Switch in the direction of the arrow.
(Fig. 4)
x You can only fire the camera when the Lens
Shield is completely open.
x If the Lens Shield is opened while the
Shutter Release Button is pressed down, a
frame will be exposed.
CHECKING THE BATTERIES
1. Cover the Photocell with your hand and
press the Shutter Release Button in
halfway. (Fig. 5)
Fig. 5
2. Ifthe Flash Unit pops up, then the batteries
are in working order. (Fig. 6)
3. Push the Flash Unit back down. (Fig. 7)
In normal temperature (at 20°C, with new
Alkaline batteries)
Without using the Flash Unit:
About 70 rolls of 36 exposure film can be
taken.
Using the Flash Unit repeatedly:
About 7 roll of 36 exposure film can be taken.
Please change both batteries to new ones of
the same kind in the following cases:
Fig. 6
. The Flash Unit does not pop up when you
have covered the Photocell with your hand
and the Shutter Releae Buttons pressed in
halfway.
. The shutter cannot be released(apart from
when the Lens Shield is closed).
. The Flash Ready Lamp takes more than 30
seconds to light up.
. The film advance or Film Rewind does not
operate.
. The batteries have been in the camera for
more than one year. (Even without using
Fig. 7
the camera, the batteries will lose power
naturally.)
Generally, in cold conditions, the capacity
of the batteries decreases, and in some
cases, the camera may not operate
correctly. You should either warm the
batteries or keep a spare set in your pocket,
inserting .them just before you use the
camera. Incidentally if the capacity of the
batteries has decreased in cold
temperatures, it will regain full capacity in
normal temperatures, so do not throw the
batteries away.
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SETTING THE FILM SPEED
Please check whether the film has a DX code
Fig. 9 Fig. 10
Lamp blinks, then the DX automatic film
setting is in working order. (Fig. 9)
system or not (Fig. 8
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(A film with a DX code)
1.
Setting the film speed is not necessary. The
camera automatically makes the correct
film speed setting. (ISO 100, 200, 400, 1000)
1. The film speed is indicated on the outer
packaging of the film.
e.g. ASA 100 (ISO 100/21°)
. Slide the Film Speed Selector to set the
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even if the film speed indicator in the Film Pease set the rim. Speed Selector only
Speed Window shows 1000, if your film is 5 o p Г bositi
ISO 100 film, the camera automatically sets © not use mid-way positions.
to ISO 100 irrespective of manual setting. Please be careful when you take a picture
x After the film is loaded, press the Shutter with ISO 1000 film in bright sunlight, the ©
Release Button in halfway. If the DX Auto
picture may be overexposed.
Fig. 11
LOADING THE FILM
1.
2.
Push the Back Cover Lever downwards in
the direction of the arrow to open. (Fig. 11)
Load the film into the Film Chamber and
pull out the film leader, placing it over the
Film Take-up Spool. (Fig. 12)
Please make sure that the film is within the
Film Guides. (Fig. 13)
. Press the Back Cover shut so that the Back
Cover Lever returns to its original position.
The film is automatically advanced until
number “1” appears in the Film Counter
Window. (Fig. 14)
Fig. 12 Fig. 13
. If the Film Advance /Rewind Monitor rotates
rapidly, then the film is advancing
correctly. If the monitor does not rotate,
the film has not advanced correctly, SO
please reload the film. (Fig. 15)
Always avoid direct sunlight when loading
the film.
The Film Loaded Window is to confirm
whether film is loaded or not.
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VIEWFINDER (Fig. 16)
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Field of View Frame
The subject (such as people or scenery)
that you wish to take should be set within
this frame.
Parallax Correction Marks
When taking a picture of subject that is
between 1-1.2m (3.3 —4 ft.) away from the
camera, the subject should be positioned
within these marks. Anything outside the
marks will not be included in the picture
even though you can see it through the
viewfinder.
Fig. 15 Fig. 16
. Auto-Focus Frame
The Auto-Focus system focuses
automatically on any subject that appears
within this small square.
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AUTO-FOCUS SHOOTING
1.
Set the subject you wish to take within the
Auto-Focus Frame in the center of the
viewfinder. (Fig. 17)
When you press the Shutter Release
Button halfway, the AF Monitor will light up
to indicate the subject is focused. If the AF
Monitor blinks, you should move back a
little as the camera is too close to the
subject. (Fig. 18)
If the AF Monitor glows steadily, gently
press the Shutter Release Button down to
take the picture. The film will advance
automatically as soon as the shutter has
been released. (Fig. 19)
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Fig. 18 Fig. 19
Please be careful not to cover the Distance
Measuring Window at the front of the
camera accidentally, as this will cause
incorrect focusing.
Please keep the Distance Measuring
Window clean so that focusing is accurate.
If it gets dirty, it should be wiped clean with
a soft cloth.
There may be rare cases where the subject
cannot be well-focused. (For instance,
dark subjects that do not reflect the light
well, glossy subjects, or subjects taken
through glass.) In these cases it is best to
use the pre-focus to “lock” the focus on a
“normal” subject at the same distance.
While holding focus, turn the camerato the
original subject and shoot.
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PRE-FOCUS SHOOTING
When the main subject you wish to focus on is
outside the Auto-Focus Frame, or if the
subject is difficult to focus on, then you should
use pre-focus shooting.
When the main subject is outside the auto-
focus frame
1.
If you want to photograph two people,
there may be cases where neither of them
can be set within the Auto-Focus Frame in
the center of the viewfinder.If you release
the shutter, then only the background will
be in focus, and the people who are the
main subject will be out of focus. (Fig. 20)
Fig. 21 Fig. 22
2. Move the camera so that one of the people
is within the Auto-Focus Frame. Press the
Shutter Release Button halfway so that the
AF Monitor lights up. Hold your finger in
that position on the Shutter Release Button.
(Fig. 21)
. Now return the camera to its former
position while holding release button
halfway down so that both people are in the
Field View Frame again, and press the
Shutter Release Button fully to take the
picture. (Fig. 22)
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When the subject is difficult to focus on
1. When you take subjects that are difficult to
focus on, find another subject at about the
same distance from the camera. You can
pre-focus on that subject in the same way
as described above.
* When you remove your finger from the
Shutter Release Button, the pre-focused
condition is cleared, so that you can pre-
focus again as many times as you wish.
REWINDING THE FILM
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After the end of the film has been reached,
Fig. 23 Fig. 24
the film is automatically rewound.
x As the film is being rewound, the Film
Advance/Rewind Monitor will rotate and
the Film Counter will run backwards. (Fig.
23)
x When the film is fully rewound, the motor
stops automatically and “S” is seen in the
Film Counter. You can now open the Back
Cover to unload the film.
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Note:
If you wish to rewind the film before the end
of the roll is reached, rewind the film by
means of the manual film rewind switch on
the bottom of the camera. (Use a ballpoint
pen, etc. to activate rewinding). (Fig. 24)
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The film cannot be rewound when the back
cover is open.
Caution:
Never pull out the film, by hand, before it is fully
rewound. This may resuit in a malfunction or
damage to the camera.
You can close the Lens Shield when the
film is being rewound.
FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY
When flash is required, the Flash Unit
automatically pops up into vertical position.
1. Check that the Flash Ready Lamp is lit,
then take the picture. (Fig. 25)
2. When you have completed flash
photography, please be sure to push the
Flash Unit down. This turns off the flash.
Flash Photography Distance
Shooting Range: 1 - 4m (3.3 - 9.8 ft)
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If the Shutter Release Button is kept
pressed halfway down before the Flash
Ready Lamp comes on, the Flash Unit will
not be charged.
Be careful not to put your finger in front of
the flash window.
If the Shutter Release Button is pressed
before the Flash Ready Lamp lights up, the
shutter will not release.
You can use the Flash Unit as a fill-in light
for daytime photography too. Cover the
photocell with your hand and press the
Shutter Release Button in halfway. Then
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USING THE SELF-TIMER
1.
Slide the Self-Timer Switch fully in the
direction of the arrow. Then the Self-Timer
LED on the front of the camera blinks on
and off. The shutter will be released about
10 seconds later. (Fig. 26)
If you wish to clear the self-timer once it
has started, close the Lens Shield.
When using the self-timer with flash
photography, put the Self-Timer Switch on
after the Flash Ready Lampis lit. (When the
surrounding light is not sufficient, the
Flash Unit pops up immediately after the
Self-Timer Switch is activated.)
x When using the self-timer with pre-focus
shooting, measure the distance by
pressing the Shutter Release Button
halfway. Without removing your finger
from the Shutter Release Button, slide the
Self-Timer Switch on, and the self-timer
will operate. Pre-focus will be held
automatically until the picture is taken.
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AVAILABLE LIGHT PHOTOGRAPHY.
The Ricoh AF-70 has a shutter speed range of 1/500-1/30 second. At shutter speeds below 1/30
second, the flash will automatically be activated. If you wish to use the AF-70 tor non- flash
(available light) photography, simply hold down the flash unit (see page 2). Since the shutter
speed will be very slow you should brace yourself or use a tripod to reduce the possibility of
blur causing movement.
PROPER CARE OF YOUR CAMERA
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If there is dirt on the lens or Distance Measuring Window, do not touch directly with your
fingers. Use a blower to blow the dust away, or wipe the surface gently with a soft cloth.
Camera malfunction can be caused by shock, humidity, salt, etc. After using the camera at
the beach or places where there are chemicals, wipe it particularly carefully.
Take care not to expose the camera to sudden changes in temperature, as they may cause
malfunction.
Do not expose the camera for a long period of time in extremely high temperatures, such asin
your car or on the beach, as this may cause malfunction.
When using a tripod, do not try to force a long screw into the socket. (The screw length
should be less than 5.7mm, JIS 5.5mm.)
Do not place the camera near equipment that has strong magnetism such as television or
radio.
Remove the batteries before storing the camera, and keep the camera in a place that is free of
dust and humidity.
Avoid keeping the camera in a closet, etc. where the camera may be affected by mothballs,
insecticides, etc.
Major Specifications
Type:
Lens:
Focusing:
Shutter:
Self-Timer:
Viewfinder:
Viewfinder
information:
Exposure
Adjustment:
Film Speed Range:
Film Advance
Rewind:
Film Loading:
Exposure Counter:
Built-in Flash:
35mm lens shutter type with automatic focusing
35mm F3.5 Rikenon lens, 4 elements, 3 groups
Automatic focusing with pre-focus facility; distance measuring (shooting)
range 1m (3.3 ft.) — oc: distance less than 1m (3.3 ft.): out of focus warning
LED blinks
Programmed AE type electronic shutter, 1/30 — 1/500 sec.
Built-in electronic type. Operating delay of approx. 10 sec.
Albada type bright-frame viewfinder.
Magnification 0.47X, Field of view 84%
Field of View Frame, Parallax Correction Mark, Auto Focus Frame
With Cds photocell, Exposure Coupling Range EV8.6—EV17 (ISO 100)
ISO 100—1000. Compatible with the DX-code system.
Electric motor with Film Transport Monitor. Automatic 1st frame setting.
Automatic film rewind at the end of film
RICOH Auto-Load system
Additive, automatically resets to zero when the camera back is opened
Automatic pop-up electronic flash in dim light
Guide Number:
Interval Between
Flashes:
Number of Shots
Possible:
Power Source:
Other Features:
Dimensions:
Weight:
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10m(ISO 100). Exposure adjustment through flashmatic system
About 7 seconds
With new alkaline batteries (under normal temperature of 20°C) without
using the flash unit: more than 70 rolls of 36 exposure film; when using the
flash unit repeatedly; more than 7 rolls of 36 exposure film
2 penlight alkaline batteries or 2 penlight manganese batteries (Nickel
Cadmium batteries cannot be used).
Flash Ready Light, Film Loaded Window, AF Monitoring Lamp
118mm(W) x 66mm(H) x 45mm(D)
235g (without batteries)
Specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice.
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