Minolta Ve(TIS GX-4 manual

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    © 1997 Minolta Co., Ltd. under the Berne Convention and Universal Copyright Convention W ARNING Do not touch the flashtube during operation, it may become hot when the flash fires. Do not look directly at the sun through the viewfinder . Do not subject the camera to direct sunlight. Fire may occur if sunlight focuses at one point. Batteries may ex[...]

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    Self-timer The Minolta GX-4 is a waterproof Advanced Photo System ™ camera designed to take pictures anywhere you go. Its housing is sealed to prevent entry of moisture and dust, so you can enjoy taking pictures on the ski slope, at the beach, or even underwater (approx. 5 m (16 ft.)). Advanced Photo System ™ is a trademark of the five system d[...]

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    1. T urn the camera upside down, then slide the release lock and move the film-chamber release. The film- chamber door will unlock. 2. Open the film-chamber door and insert a new film cassette into the film chamber . • If the film-chamber door will not open, internal pressure needs to be equalized. Open the battery chamber before opening the film[...]

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    Specifications and accessories are based on the latest information available at the time of printing and are subject to change without notice. SELF-TIMER The self-timer delays release of the shutter for approximately ten seconds. • When the self-timer is selected, the flash will fire every time a picture is taken. • The print format is set to H[...]