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FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE

Read and understand all warnings and cautions before using this
product.

Using batteries improperly can cause them to leak harmful solutions,
overheat, or explode which may damage property or cause personal
injury. Do not ignore the following warnings.
• Only use the batteries specified in this instruction manual.
• Do not install the batteries with the polarity (+/–) reversed.
• Do not use batteries which show wear or damage.
• Do not expose batteries to fire, high temperatures, water, or

moisture.

• Do not attempt to short or disassemble batteries.
• Do not store batteries near or in metallic products.
• Do not mix batteries of different types, brands, or ages.
• Do not use leaking batteries. If fluid from the batteries enters your

eye, immediately rinse the eye with plenty of fresh water and
contact a doctor. If fluid from the batteries makes contact with your
skin or clothing, wash the area thoroughly with water.

• Tape over lithium battery contacts to avoid short-circuiting during

disposal; always follow local regulations for battery disposal.

• Do not disassemble this product. Electric shock may cause injury if

a high voltage circuit inside the product is touched. Take the product
to a Minolta Service Facility when repairs are required.

WARNING

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the follow-
ing 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 equip-
ment has been tested 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 gen-
erates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communica-
tions. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged 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 the receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiv-
er is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Thank you for purchasing the Minolta Maxxum/Dynax 5. Please take time
to read this manual so that you can enjoy all the features of your new
camera. This manual has been designed to help you understand the
camera’s operation quickly. The information in this manual is relevant for
products introduced before May, 2001. Contact the nearest authorized
Minolta Service facility to obtain compatibility information for products
released after this date.
This camera is designed to work specifically with lenses and accessories
manufactured and distributed by Minolta. Using incompatible
accessories with this camera may result in unsatisfactory performance
or damage the camera and accessories.

This mark on the bottom of your camera is there to inform you
that this camera meets the requirements of the EU (European
Union) concerning interference causing equipment
regulations. CE stands for Conformité Européenne (European
Conformity).

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Summary of Contents for DYNAX 5

Page 1: ...E INSTRUCTION MANUAL AUTOMATIC OPERATION SUBJECT DRIVE CREATIVE EXPOSURE DETAILED OPERATION CUSTOM FUNCTIONS APPENDIX GETTING STARTED 9222 2163 11 MM B108 E qxd 01 8 3 16 11 Page 1...

Page 2: ...BJECT PROGRAM DRIVE MODES The CREATIVE EXPOSURE MODE section introduces exposure control The DETAILED OPERATION section describes advanced functions within the camera The last section CUSTOM FUNCTIONS...

Page 3: ...E CONTROL 52 SHUTTER CONTROL 53 EXPOSURE MODES 54 A MODE APERTURE PRIORITY 55 Flash With A Mode 57 Depth of field Preview 58 S MODE SHUTTER PRIORITY 59 Flash With S Mode 60 M MODE MANUAL 61 Ev Scale i...

Page 4: ...of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment gen erates uses and can radiate radio frequency en...

Page 5: ...gh voltage circuit which may cause an electric shock resulting in injury The continued use of a damaged product or part may cause injuries Keep batteries or small parts that could be swallowed away fr...

Page 6: ...e focus frame If using a zoom lens rotate the zooming ring to frame your subject as desired With the eye start on the camera will focus and set exposure automatically Eye start is initially on when th...

Page 7: ...erminal1 49 Spot AF button 69 Viewfinder For information on specific parts refer to the page shown in parentheses Strap eyelet 17 Lens mount Mirror Strap eyelet 17 Eyepiece sensors 27 Film window 23 D...

Page 8: ...indicator 54 66 Shutter speed ISO display Wide focus frame 68 Local focus areas 70 Spot metering area 78 Spot focus area 69 Wireless Remote flash indicator 98 High speed sync indicator 97 Flash indic...

Page 9: ...Cap Push down the buckle to fix the strap 2 Take care not to catch the strap when closing the back cover Firmly press the eyepiece cap of the strap into the eyepiece The eyepiece cap is used to preve...

Page 10: ...ttery chamber door is closed without the batteries inserted The display will disappear after 5 minutes If the data panel is blank the batteries may be dead or installed incorrectly When changing batte...

Page 11: ...ces of fogging Never force the lens If it does not fit check its orientation with the index marks When removing make sure the lens release is pressed all the way down Do not touch the inside of the ca...

Page 12: ...h it with your fingers or the film tip FILM 4 Film chamber Lock Once the film is loaded the back cover release will lock until the film is rewound to prevent the camera from being opened accidentally...

Page 13: ...en Only use blunt objects Sharp objects may damage the camera will appear and will blink on the data panel when the film has rewound 1 2 Use manual rewind to rewind the film before the roll is finishe...

Page 14: ...systems Pressing all the down releases the shutter Holding the Camera Grip the camera firmly with your right hand while supporting the lens with your left Keep your elbows at your side and your feet s...

Page 15: ...utton With the delayed release button the signal will beep rapidly for 1 second and then sound a long tone just before the shutter releases Remote control is sold separately for owners of the remote c...

Page 16: ...y down to take the picture The audio signal confirms the camera has focused when the shutter release button is pressed partway down In low light conditions the AF illuminator will activate to determin...

Page 17: ...cusing Continuous AF The shutter is locked Focus cannot be confirmed The shutter is locked FOCUS The following signals appear in the viewfinder to indicate the focus status Focusing time can be longer...

Page 18: ...h is ready The flash exposure was confirmed Steady Steady Blinks Disappears After taking the picture Action Signal Indicated Flash Status Pressing the shutter release button partway down Composing the...

Page 19: ...be set in PA mode 2 or PS mode 3 p 111 Remove the lens hood before using the built in flash Lens shadowing may occur with the following lenses at the shorter focal lengths AF Zoom 28 70mm f 2 8G AF Zo...

Page 20: ...en you release the button the display will return to normal and only will remain on the data panel Warn your subject that the flash will fire a few short flash bursts just before the picture is taken...

Page 21: ...ease see page 36 for the camera s flash range For best results use a tripod Use night portrait mode p 44 with subjects or scenery at night Landscape Press the subject program button until the subject...

Page 22: ...gram button until the subject program indicator points to Use a tripod to reduce camera shake Use close up mode when photographing small objects like flowers or jewelry In close up mode the camera aut...

Page 23: ...the data panel Use a tripod to reduce camera shake Press the subject program button until the subject program indicator points to Photograping Night Scenes 2 SUBJECT PROGRAM SELECTION Press the subjec...

Page 24: ...o start the timer The self timer lamp on the front of the camera will blink then glow just before the shutter releases The audio signal beeps in unison with the self timer lamp p 29 Press the shutter...

Page 25: ...utton is held down The camera takes 3 frames per second when setting the shutter speed to above 1 125 second with flash cancel p 37 single shot autofocus or manual focus p 75 and new batteries For the...

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