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LOADING FILM
2. Insert a film cartridge into the film
chamber.
3. Extend the leader between the guide
rails to the index mark.
• If the film tip extends beyond the index mark,
push the excess film back into the cartridge.
4. Close the back cover and turn the
main switch to ON.
• The camera automatically advances the film to
the first frame. 1 will appear in the frame counter.
• The correct ISO for DX-coded film is set
automatically.
blinks in the frame counter and the shutter locks
when the film is loaded incorrectly. Repeat steps 1 – 4.
Non-DX-coded film is automatically rewound at the end of the roll or after 36
exposures.
Non-DX-coded film is set to the ISO from the previous roll. Refer to page 52 to
set the film speed manually.
Non DX Coded Film Notes…
The ISO is displayed in the data panel
for 5 seconds after loading.
Refer to page 93 to reload a partially
exposed roll.
BASIC OPERATION
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