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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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ADVANTAGES

Thank you for purchasing the Minolta Vectis Weathermatic. The Vectis Weathermatic is a water resistant 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. 10m (33 ft.)). Your camera has been designed to be water resistant when used as described in the manual. Careless handling however, may allow water to enter the camera causing permanent damage to internal parts. To obtain the best performance from your camera, read the instruction manual thoroughly.
Advanced Photo System is a trademark of the five system developing companies.
OF THE ADVANCED PHOTO SYSTEM

New processing.

In addition to returning your prints in the format you selected, certified photofinishers will return your Advanced Photo System film in its original cassette with an index print. To order reprints, simply choose the images you want from the index print. No more searching through negatives to find the right frame.

New print formats.

Classic C print, wider H print, and panorama P print formats are available with Advanced Photo System cameras.

Easier to load.

Advanced Photo System cameras use the new IX240 type film. This new film features drop-in-loading to make loading your camera simple, the first time, every time. Indicators on the top of the cassette tell you if the film is unexposed, partially exposed, exposed, or processed.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Taking Pictures For Proper and Safe Use Using In /Around Water Operating Conditions Names of Parts Attaching and Removing the Strap Installing the Battery Loading Film 21 Taking Pictures Underwater For Closer Subjects Special Focus Situations Focus Hold Using the Built-in Flash Red-eye Reduction Manual Fill-Flash Flash Cancel Night Portrait Rewinding the Film Auto Rewind Manual Rewind 40 Date Imprinting Imprinting the Date or Time Setting the Date and Time Changing the Date/Time Format Self-Timer Caring for your Camera Lab Services Specifications 52

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FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE
Read and understand all cautions and warnings before using this product.
Immediately remove the battery and discontinue use if
the camera is dropped or subjected to an impact in which the interior is exposed. the camera emits a strange smell, heat, or smoke.

WARNING

Batteries may become hot or explode due to improper use.
Use only the battery specified in this instruction manual. Do not install the battery with the polarity (+/-) reversed. Do not subject the battery to fire or high temperatures. Do not attempt to recharge, short, or disassemble.
Do not disassemble. Electric shock may occur if a high voltage circuit inside the camera is touched. Take your camera to a Minolta Service Facility when repairs are required.
Use caution, accidents may occur when using this product near young children. Keep batteries and other things that could be swallowed away from young children. Contact a doctor immediately if an object is swallowed.

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USING IN/AROUND WATER
This camera is water resistant and can be used in the rain, snow, or underwater to a depth of approx. 10 meters (33 ft.). However, careless handling may cause irreparable damage not covered by the warranty.

USING IN /AROUND WATER

Do not jump or dive into the water while holding the camera.
Please observe the following cautions:
Do not hold the camera under running water. Do not surf with the camera.
10m (33 ft.) Do not take the camera to depths greater than 10m (33 ft.).

Do not throw the camera.

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Clean and dry the camera before opening the film and battery chambers.
The gaskets will be damaged if the camera is not washed in fresh water after exposure to salt water. The surface of the camera can be damaged if sunscreen and tanning lotions are not removed immediately. Clean the camera by immersing it in a small volume of fresh water.

Do not load film or replace the battery in places where water, blowing sand, or dust can enter the camera.
Keep hands, film, and battery clean and dry when inserting or removing the film or battery.
Do not use compressed air or a hair dryer to dry the camera.

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The interior of this camera is not water resistant.

Gasket

Inspect the gaskets and joining surfaces every time the film or battery chambers are opened. If the seals are brittle, cracked, or discolored, the camera may leak. Contact an authorized Minolta Service Facility to have the gaskets replaced.

Battery Chamber Gasket

Clean the gaskets and joining surfaces before closing covers.

Joining Surface

Remove foreign matter from the gaskets with a clean, dry cloth.
Make sure the covers close tightly.

Film Chamber Gasket

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OPERATING CONDITIONS

This camera is designed for use from -10 to 40 C (14 to 104 F). Never leave your camera where it may be subjected to extreme temperatures such as inside the glove compartment of a car. At colder temperatures, the data panel response time will be slow. At higher temperatures, the display may temporarily darken, but will restore when the temperature normalizes. To prevent condensation from forming inside the camera when bringing the camera from an extremely cold area to a warm area, let the camera come to room temperature before opening the film or battery chambers. When photographing in cold weather, keep the camera and spare batteries inside your coat to keep them warm when you are not shooting. Cold batteries will regain some of their charge when they warm up.

FILM CASSETTE WARNING

The film used in Advanced Photo System cameras stores some data magnetically. Do not place the film cassette on or near anything that creates a magnetic field, such as a television or stereo speakers.

CAMERA ERROR

If the camera will not function with a fresh battery, remove the battery, wait a few minutes, then reinsert it. If normal operation does not resume or the camera malfunctions repeatedly, contact an authorized Minolta Service Facility.

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NAMES OF PARTS
Zoom lever Flash* Shutter-release button Control dial Data panel

Film-chamber lock Tripod socket Film-chamber door Battery-chamber lock Viewfinder window* Self-timer/ Adjust button
Red-eye reduction / Self-timer lamp* Meter window*

AF window*

Battery-chamber door Date/ Select button Accessory port
Lens* Strap port Format-selector switch * Do not touch Viewfinder*

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Data Panel
Date/ Time display Frame counter
ATTACHING AND REMOVING THE STRAP

Viewfinder

Close-framing guides Ready lamp Focus frame

Attaching

Insert the strap tab into the strap port until it clicks.
Tug on the strap to make sure it is secure.
Cassette mark Self-timer indicator Battery warning
Ready Lamp Signals Flash is charged. Glowing Blinking Rapidly Subject too close. Shutter is locked. Blinking Slowly
Camera cannot determine focus distance. Focus set to (2-3m if flash is selected).

Removing

Press the strap release and pull the tab out of the strap port.

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INSTALLING THE BATTERY
Your camera uses one 3-volt CR2 lithium battery to supply power for all camera operations.
2. Insert a new battery into the chamber as indicated by the + and marks.
Important Before opening the Battery Chamber
Wipe all water, sand, and grit off of the camera. Do not open the battery chamber in places where water, blowing sand, or dust can enter the camera. Make sure the battery is clean and dry before inserting it into the camera. To prevent condensation from forming, let the camera come to room temperature before opening the film or battery chambers when bringing the camera into a warmer environment.
1. Using a coin or similar object, turn the battery-chamber lock to OPEN, then open the battery-chamber door.
3. Close the battery-chamber door and turn the batterychamber lock to CLOSE.
Reset the date and time after installing a new battery.

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Battery Warning
Power is low, but sufficient for all camera operations. Keep a new battery handy.

LOADING FILM

Use IX240 (Advanced Photo System) film in this camera.
Your cameras transport system loads the film, sets the film speed, and advances the film after each exposure. There is no need to worry about double exposure. DEP (Double Exposure Prevention) prevents the camera from accepting exposed film. Do not open the film chamber unless appears or blinks in the data panel.

If there is no display, replace the battery or make sure it is correctly installed.
Visual Exposure Indicators (VEI)
The current VEI has a white indicator behind it. Your camera can only load unexposed film ( ).

- Unexposed

- Partially Exposed
Your camera will shut down if it is not operated for more than 8 minutes. Press the shutter release button partway down to restore power.

- Exposed - Processed

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Important Before opening the Film Chamber
Wipe all water, sand, and grit off of the camera. Make sure the film cassette is clean and dry before loading it into the camera. Do not load film in places where water, blowing sand, or dust can enter the camera. To prevent condensation from forming, let the camera come to room temperature before opening the film or battery chambers when bringing the camera into a warmer environment.
2. Open the film-chamber door and insert a new 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 chamber to release the pressure.
1. Turn the camera upside down. Lift the film-chamber lock and turn it to OPEN.
The film-chamber door will unlock.
3. Press the film-chamber door closed and turn the filmchamber release to CLOSE.
The camera will automatically advance the film to the first frame. and the number of exposures remaining on the roll will be displayed in the data panel.

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Film can be loaded with the power on or off. If blinks in the data panel, open the film chamber and remove the cassette.

TAKING PICTURES

1. Turn the control dial to.
The flash is set to autoflash and will fire when necessary. See page 34.
Your camera can not load a film cassette if the current VEI is , , or. If a processed (VEI ) or partially exposed (VEI ) cassette was loaded into this camera, the VEI has been changed to. If the current VEI is , reload the cassette. If the film will not load, contact the nearest authorized Minolta Service Facility.
2. Select the print format.
The viewfinder changes to match your selection.
Hold the camera steady, making sure your fingers do not cover the flash. When taking a vertically framed picture, turn the camera so the flash is on top.
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3. Looking through the viewfinder, frame the subject as desired. Push the zoom lever to the right to zoom in. Push the zoom lever to the left to zoom out.
5. When the ready-lamp glows, press the shutterrelease button all-the-way down to take the picture. Press the shutter with a slow steady squeeze, never a quick jab.

The ready lamp will not glow and the shutter can not be released until the flash is charged. The ready lamp blinks slowly and focus is set to infinity (2-3m depending on the focal length when flash is selected) when the camera cannot determine the focus distance.
4. Center your subject in the focus frame, then press the shutter-release button partway down.
6. Turn the control dial to OFF when you are finished taking pictures.

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TAKING PICTURES UNDERWATER
This camera can be used to a depth of approximately 10m (33 ft.). Picture sharpness and flash range are affected by water clarity. Non-flash exposures taken underwater tend to appear bluish. For best results, use the flash and take pictures within 2m (6.6 ft.) of your subject. After returning to the surface, clean and dry the lens cover-glass before taking additional pictures.

FOR CLOSER SUBJECTS

This cameras focus range is from 40cm to (1.4 ft. - ), 53cm to (1.75 ft. - ) underwater.
The ready lamp blinks rapidly and the shutter locks when the subject is closer than 40cm. The ready lamp blinks slowly when the camera cannot determine the focus distance. Your subject may be out of focus.

10m (33 ft.)

When your subject is closer than 1m (3.3 ft.), align the top of your image with the close-framing guides, using focus hold if necessary (see page 32).

Correct 2m (6.6 ft.)

Not Correct

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SPECIAL FOCUSING SITUATIONS
Some subjects or scenes, such as those described below, are difficult for the autofocus system to detect. To ensure proper focus in these situations, first lock focus on another object at the same distance from you as your main subject, recompose, then press the shutterrelease button all the way down to take the picture.
When two subjects overlap in the focus frame. The ready lamp will glow, but the closer of the two subjects will be in focus.
When a very bright or low contrast area fills the center of the viewfinder.
The ready lamp will blink slowly to warn you that focus may not be accurate.
When a subject composed of alternating light and dark lines fills the center of the viewfinder.
The ready lamp will blink rapidly and the shutter will lock.
When your subject is near a very bright object or area.
The ready lamp may glow, but the focus may not be accurate.

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FOCUS HOLD
Subjects outside the focus frame may not be in focus. Use focus hold to ensure accurate focusing.
2. Press and hold the shutter-release button partway down until the ready lamp glows.
1. Center your subject in the focus frame.

3. Without lifting your finger, recompose the picture and press the shutter-release button all-the-way down to take the picture.
Lift your finger from the shutter-release button to cancel focus hold.

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USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH
Autoflash mode is set when the control dial is turned to in low-light situations. , the flash will fire automatically

Flash Range

The range of the built-in flash depends on the film speed and the focal length you are using. To ensure proper exposure, make sure your subject is positioned within the flash range.

Ready Lamp

Wait until the ready lamp glows, then take the picture.
The flash takes approximately 5 seconds to charge.
Note: The following flash ranges are for surface photography only. Stay within 2m (6.6 ft.) of your subject when taking pictures underwater.
Focal Length ISO 100 0.55~3.6m (1.8~11.8 ft.) 0.40~2.3m (1.3~7.5 ft.) ISO 200 0.55~5.1 m (1.8~16.7 ft.) 0.40~3.2 m (1.3~10.5 ft.) ISO 400 0.73~7.2m (2.4~23.6 ft.) 0.45~4.5m (1.5~14.8 ft.)
The ready lamp blinks rapidly and the shutter locks when the subject is closer than 40 cm. The ready lamp blinks slowly when the camera cannot determine the focus distance. Your subject may be out of focus.

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Red-Eye Reduction
When photographing people or animals at night or other low-light situations, light reflecting off the inside of the subjects eyes may produce the effect called red-eye. Use red-eye-reduction to reduce the red-eye effect.

Manual Fill-Flash

The flash will fire when the shutter is released regardless of lighting. Use manual fill-flash to illuminate a backlit subject or to reduce harsh shadows on your subjects face.

Turn the control dial to

Warn your subject(s) that the red-eye-reduction lamp on the front of the camera will illuminate before the picture is taken.

Flash Cancel

Use flash cancel when photographing twilight scenes or to capture the ambiance of existing light.
The shutter speed may be slow when the flash is cancelled. Use of a tripod is recommended.

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Night Portrait
Night-portrait mode balances the flash and existing light exposure so you can take beautiful pictures of people at sunset or at night.

REWINDING THE FILM

Auto Rewind
Your camera automatically rewinds the film into the cassette after the last exposure.
1. Wait for the film to completely rewind into the cassette.

The frame counter will count down during rewind. will appear and blink in the data panel when the film is rewound.
The shutter speed will most likely be slow. Use of a tripod is recommended.
2. Lift the film-chamber release and turn it to OPEN.
Before opening the film-chamber door, wipe any dirt or moisture off of the camera.
3. Open the film-chamber door and remove the film.
The films current VEI indicator will be.

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Manual Rewind
Use manual rewind when you want to remove the film before exposing the last frame.

DATE IMPRINTING

Your camera uses the films magnetic data strip to record date and time information your photofinisher can imprint on the front and back of your photographs.
Note: Film cannot be reloaded after it has been rewound.
Note: Some labs can not imprint on the front of your photographs. See your photofinisher for a full description of available services.
1. Turn the control dial to
Imprinting the Date or Time
Before taking the picture:
2. Press the date/select and self-timer/adjust buttons at the same time.
The camera will start to rewind the film.
Press the date/select button until the data you want printed on the front of the print appears in the data panel.
The sequence is: DATE TIME -- -- -- (no imprinting). The selected date/time mode will remain on until another mode is selected. When -- -- -- is displayed in the data panel, no data will be printed on the front of the print, but the date and time of the exposure will be imprinted on the back of the print.
3. Follow steps 1 - 3 from automatic rewind.

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Setting the Date and Time
This camera has an automatic calendar through the year 2030.
4. Press the date/ select button to choose the next item to adjust.
The sequence is `YY MM DD HH MM. Time is displayed and imprinted in 24-hour format.
2. Press and hold the date/select button until the year blinks in the data panel.
Only the date will be displayed in the data panel.
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 until all items in the date/ time display are correct. 6. Press the date/ select button until all items in the data panel stop blinking.

3. Press the self-timer/ adjust button to change the blinking item.
Press and hold the self-timer/ adjust button to change the value rapidly.

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Changing the Date/ Time Format
1. Turn the control dial to OFF.
3. Press the self-timer/ adjust button to change the date format.
The format sequence is `Y M D M D`Y D M`Y.
2. Press the date/ select button until the date display blinks in the data panel.
4. Press the date/ select button until all items in the data panel stop blinking.

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SELF TIMER
The self-timer delays release of the shutter for approximately ten seconds.
3. Frame your subject(s) in the viewfinder. 1. Mount the camera on a tripod or the optional handy tripod (not included) and place on a level surface. 2. Press the self-timer/ adjust button.
will appear in the data panel.
4. Press the shutter-release button all-the-way down to take the picture.
The self-timer lamp blinks until the shutter releases. The self-timer is automatically cancelled after the shutter releases or the camera is turned off. To cancel the self-timer before the picture is taken, press the self-timer button again or turn the camera off. Shown with optional Handy Tripod.

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CARING FOR YOUR CAMERA

Cleaning

If the camera body is dirty, wipe it clean with a soft, dry cloth. After using the camera in or near salt water, clean it by immersing it in a small volume of fresh water, then wipe it dry with a soft cloth. To clean the lens cover glass, brush away any dust or sand. If necessary, moisten a lens tissue with lens cleaning fluid and gently wipe the cover glass in a circular motion. Do not hold the camera under running water. Never use alcohol or solvents to clean the camera. Remove foreign matter from the gaskets and joining surfaces with a clean dry cloth when the film and battery chambers are opened.

Storage

When storing the camera for extended periods,
Store the camera in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from dust and chemicals. For longer periods, place the camera in an airtight container with a silica gel drying agent. Before using after prolonged storage, check the cameras operation to make sure its functioning properly.

Questions and Service

If you have questions about your camera, contact your local camera dealer or write to the Minolta distributor in your area. Before shipping your camera for repair, contact an authorized Minolta Service Facility for details.

Before Important Events

Check camera operation carefully or take test photographs. Minolta is not responsible for any loss that may occur due to an equipment malfunction.

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LAB SERVICES

1. CHP - Print Format

Your film will be printed according to the format set when the picture was taken.

2. Date Imprinting

Take your film to a photolab displaying the Advanced Photo System logo to receive the best possible prints. Photofinishers displaying this logo have been certified according to Advanced Photo System guidelines.
The date and time are printed on the back of the picture in the chosen format.
3. PQI - Print Quality Improvement
The lab will compensate (or not compensate) printing according to the data recorded on the magnetic data strips.
4. Film is returned in the cassette.
To keep the film dust free and aid in organization, film is returned in its original cassette. The VEI will be set to to prevent accidental loading.

5. Index Print

An index print showing a numbered image of each frame is included with your returned order.

REPRINTS

Images are always captured in the H Print format. However, any of the three formats can be selected when ordering reprints.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Camera Type: Lens: Viewfinder Magnification: Focusing Range: Water resistant IX240 Lens Shutter Type 30 - 50mm f/4.0 6.4 (approx. 38 - 63mm in the 35mm format ) 0.44 - 0.67X 0.4m (1.4 ft. - ) Underwater: 0.53m - (1.75 ft. - ) Exposure: Programmed AE Film Speed Range: 100 - 3200 ISO Metering Range (ISO 200): Wide: EV 6 - 16, Tele: EV 7.4 - 16 Wide: 0.55 ~ 5.1m (1.8 ~ 16.7 ft.), Tele: 0.4 ~ 3.2m (1.3 ~ 10.5 ft.) Flash Range (ISO 200): Battery: One CR2 3V lithium battery Battery performance: Approximately ten 25-exposure rolls (Based on Minoltas standard test method with the flash on for 50% of the exposures.) Underwater Performance: Tested by Minolta to be submersible to a depth of approx. 10m (33 ft.). Dimensions: 128 x 74.5 x 66 mm (5.0 x 2.9 x 2.6 in.) Weight (w/o battery): 340g (12 oz.) Specifications and accessories are based on the latest information available at the time of printing and are subject to change without notice.
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 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 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 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 receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

This mark on the bottom of your camera certifies that this camera meets the requirements of the EU (European Union) concerning interference causing equipment regulations. CE stands for Conformit Europenne (European Conformity).

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Ultra slim aluminum body, weighs only 5.1 oz, Multi-mode flash with red eye reduction, VECTIS 300-L U.S.A. MNV300L

229.95 239.95

Submersible down to 33 feet, 30-50mm Zoom lens, Durable shock resistant construction, Large viewfinder, Rubber coated grips MINOLTA VECTIS WEATHERMATIC AF ZOOM KIT W/CASE, BELT/ARM BAND, BATTERY

MNVWMK

119.95
VECTIS 300-L KIT W/CASE & MNV300LK 144.95 BATTERY U.S.A.
VECTIS 3000 KIT W/LEATHER CASE, FILM, BATTERY, 2 YEAR WARRANRY U.S.A.

MNV3000K

254.95

MNTC1 2001

899.95

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35mm Accessories

Maxxum Flash Units

5600 HS-D

Coverage: 24mm To 85mm Lenses Guide # 184 At ISO 100 Bounce And Swivel Head Wireless Remote High Speed Synch ADI Flash Metering With Pre Flash Multi Burst Function And Flash Ratio MN5600HSD 329.w/USA Warranty MN5600HSDU 379.95
X-Series Accessories Accessories

Off Camera Shoe

3600 HS-D
Coverage: 24mm To 85mm Lenses Guide # 118 At ISO 100 ADI Flash Metering With Pre Flash Auto Lock Hot Shoe Foot Wireless Remote High MN3600HSD 169.95 Speed Synch 3600 w/USA Warranty MN3600HSDU 189.95

2400 Macro Twin Flash

Twin flashes mounted on adjustable arms Adjustable flash heads for a variety of lighting angles Included accessories soften and broaden flash output 7 manual power settings & program with custom settings Macro flash controller included

MN2400SU

Cable CD (for use with Off Camera Shoe)

36.95 34.95

Cable OC

MD Accessories

Remote Cord L (Not for X370) Remote Cord S (Not for X370N)
Angle Finder VN Magnifier VN Maxxum Diopters MNRCS MNRCL

2000 XI

Guide # 65 At ISO 100 Coverage: 35mm Lens Direct TTL Metering In MN2000XI 68.95 All Flash Modes

519.95

5400 HS
Coverage: 24mm To 105mm Lenses Guide # 177 At ISO 100 Bounce And Swivel Head Multi Burst Function And Remote Off Camera Control MN5400HS 279.95
Viewfinder Accessories Accessories

MNAFVN MNMVN

109.95 44.95 12.95

L enses

AF Lenses
16mm f2.8 20mm f2.8 24mm f2.8 28mm f2.8 35mm f2 35mm f1.4 50mm f1.7 50mm f1.4 50mm f2.8 Macro 50mm f3.5 Macro 85mm f1.4 AFD G 100mm f2 100mm f2.8 Macro AFD 100mm f2.8 Soft Focus 135mm f2.8 Defocus 200mm f2.8 APO 200mm f4.0 APO Macro G 300mm f4.0 APO 300mm f2.8 APO 400mm f4.5 APO 500mm f8 Reflex 600mm f4.0 APO 17-35mm f3.5 Aspherical 20-35mm f3.5 Aspherical 24-50mm f4.0 24-105mm f3.5/4.5 AF-D 24-105 f3.5-4.5 28-70mm f2.8 28-80mm f3.5/5.6 AF-D Silver USA 28-105mm f35-4.5 70-210mm f4.5-5.6 75-300mm f4.5/5.6 AF-D 80-200mm f2.8-Hi Speed 100-300 f4.5-5.6 100-300mm f4.5/5.6 APO-D 100-400 f/4.5-6.7 APO Compact 2X- Teleconverter f/APO lenses

Flash Accessories

Triple Connector TC-1000 879.95 569.95 339.95 189.95 299.95 999.95 76.95 229.95 369.95 224.95 669.95 444.95 569.95 524.95 969.95 899.95 1339.95 899.95 3999.00 1899.95 594.95 7999.95 1549.95 479.95 369.95 359.95 389.95 1,049.95 79.95 259.95 124.95 169.95 1249.95 399.95 399.95 599.95 389.95
Multiple-flash mounting accessory for connecting up to three Maxxum flashes. Flashes 3500xi, 2000xi, 3200xi and 2000i are connected to the TC-1000 with an Off-Camera Shoe OS-1100 and Cable EX. 5400xi and 5200i are connected with Cable EX. MNTC1000 46.95

Filter Size

Integral 72mm 55mm 49mm 55mm 55mm 49mm 55mm 55mm 55mm 72mm 55mm 55mm 55mm 72mm 72mm 72mm Incl. Incl. Integral 77mm 72mm 55mm 62mm 62mm 72mm 62mm 62mm 49mm 55mm 72mm 55mm 55mm 72mm (MN1628AFU) (MN2028AFNU) (MN2428AF) (MN2828AF) (MN352AF) (MN3514AF) (MN5017AF) (MN5014AF) (MN5028AFN) (MN5035AF) (MN8514AFDU) (MN1002AF) (MN10028AFDU) (MN10028AFV) (MN13528AF) (MN20028AF) (MN2004AF) (MN3004AF) (MN30028AF) (MN40045AF) (MN5008AFU) (MN6004AFU) (MN1735AFU) (MN2035AFU) (MN2450AF) (MN24105AFD) (MN24105AFDU) (MN2870AFU) (MN2880AFDU) (MN28105AF) (MN7021045AF) (MN75300AFD) (MN80200AFHSU) (MN100300AFA) (MN100300AFDU) (MN100400AF) (MN2XAF)
Flash Shoe Adapter FS-1200
Allows attach. of xi and i-series flashes to 5000, 7000 and 9000 cameras. Has an i/xi shoe on top and an ISO foot on bottom MNFS1200

Cable EX 39

cable to extend the length of the OffCamera Cable. Has a plug at one end and a socket on the other. Simply connect it between Off-Camera Cable OC-1100 and Off-Camera Shoe OS-1100, or 5400xi/ 5200i flashes and Off-Camera Cable OC-1100 or Triple Connector TC-1000. Can also be used between original Maxxum and X-series flashes between original Cable OC and OS MNCEX 37.95 Shoe.
Flash Shoe Adapter FS-1100
Allows attachment of Maxxum flashes to xi or i series body. Has ISO shoe on top and an i/xi-type foot on bottom. Also allows use of Data Receiver DR-1000 on 8000i or 7000i bodies MNFS1100 26.95
Cable CD Flash Shoe Adapter
cable has plugs at each end connects one Maxxum flash directly to another if both have 4-pin sync sockets MNCCD 36.95

OC-1100 Off Camera Cable

use alone to connect 5400xi or 5200i flashes for off-camera operation. Combine with OS-1100 to use other xi or i-series Maxxum flashes off-camera. (Use Cable OC to connect Maxxum flashes to Maxxum cameras. Combine with OCS for 2800AF & 1800AF.) MNOC1100 33.95
Wireless Remote Flash Controller
Attaches to hot shoe of the 700Si/ 600Si/XTSi/9Xi, emit any of 4 infrared control signals, which start and stop a 3500xi or 5400xi that is off-camera and in remote/ wireless flash mode. Allows 2 flashes mounted off camera to provide a 2:1 ratio. Provides off-camera flash control to as close as 7.9 from subject, the minimum working range for the AF 50mm f/2.8 Macro lens without affecting exposure. MNWRFC 104.95

OS-1100 Off Camera Shoe

use 3500xi, 2000xi, 3200i and 2000i off-camera. Mount flashes on the OS-1100 and connect the flash and camera with the OffCamera Cable OC-1100. OS-1100 features a tripod socket and can be also be used for multiple-flash hookups. (Use original OffCamera Shoe with original Maxxum 2800AF and 1800AF flashes). MNOS1100 36.95

Bounce Reflector III Set

for 5200I, 5400XI and 5400HS Compact accessory that attaches to the flash for soft and natural lighting effects. Maxxums Direct TTL autoflash metering controls flash duration for proper exposure. MNBR3 34.95

Bounce Reflector Set IV

for 3500XI MNBR4 29.95

Maxxum Accessories

IR-1N Wireless Controller
Allows shutter release by Cordless from up to 197 ft Three separate channels permit any number of cameras to be operated simultaneously or independently in up to 3 individual groups. Single frame or continuous drive selectable MNIR1NS 199.95

Remote Control Cord

RC-1000S Enables remote shutter control; also activates AF and Auto Exposure, Should be used when taking long exposures in Bulb setting or to prevents camera shake during shutter release. 20 long MNRC1000S

MD Lenses

24mm f 2.8 28mm f 2.8 50mm f 1.7 50mm f 3.5 Macro 100mm f 4 Macro 135mm f 2.8 28-70mm f 3.5-4.8 70-210mm f4.5-5.6 100-300mm f4.5-5.8 49mm 49mm 49mm 55mm 55mm 55mm 55mm 49mm 55mm
(MN2428) (MN2828) (MN5017) (MN5035) (MN1004) (MN13528) (MN2870) (MN70210) (MN100300)
364.95 144.95 71.95 369.95 674.95 149.95 124.95 164.95 209.95

36.95 39.95

Camera Cases
w/Lens 28-105 w/Lens 100-300

RC-1000L Same as RC-1000S, but 16.5 feet. Long MNRC1000L
Xtsi, Htsi, Qtsi MNCSXT 44.95 MNCSZXT 49.95 Maxxum 7 MNCS7S 42.95 ----Maxxum 9 MNCS9S 64.95 MNCS9L 72.95 Minolta Gadget Bag ----MNCSGB 24.95

Maxxum 9 Backs

DM-9 Data Memory Back Stores 18 Items Of Photographic Memory On 2MB Smart Media Card Can Be Down Loaded To A PC

35mm w/New Master

424.95 89.95
QD-9 Quartz Data Back Prints Date & Time Several Ways, Can Be Turned Off

800-223-2500

212-741-0401