Contax MAD User manual

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Thank you for your purchase of a CONTAX T2.
This camera carries on the basic CONTAX philosophy of a "camera to produce works of art"
while featuring an electronically controlled focusing system and an exposure control function
with program AE in addition to aperture priority AE.
The result is an exceptionally easy-to-use  mm lens shutter-type camera.
Before using this camera, be sure to read the Instruction Manual
carefully and be familiar with proper use.

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Names of Parts and Functions
Display in the Viewfinder
LCD Counter
Basic Picture-Taking Procedures
Step : Insert the Battery
Step : Check the Battery
Step : Load the Film
Step : Turn the Main Switch ON (AF)
Step : Set the Aperture
Step : Take the Picture
Step 6: Rewind the Film
Shooting Techniques
Focus Lock
Manual Focus
AE Lock
Exposure Compensation
Self-timer Shooting
Flash Photography
Bulb Exposure
Data Back (Sold Separately)
Camera Care & Storage
Main Specifications
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Self-timer Switch
Shutter Release
Main Switch/Focus Dial
Operate as follows:
(1) Power ON/OFF Switch
OFF: " " mark
ON: "AF", "∞~." mark
(2) Focus Mode Switch
Auto Focus: "AF" mark
Manual Focus "∞~." mark
Camera Back Release Knob
Aperture Ring
Used for setting the aperture and changing
to the flash photography mode.
Taking Lens
Light Sensor
Viewfinder
Focusing window
Self-timer LED
Blinks when the self-timer is operating.
Flash
LCD Counter
Exposure Compensation Dial
Possible to set the correction width up to ±EV
in units of .EV
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Viewfinder Eyepiece
Exposure Compensation
Display Window
Take-up Spool
Film Tip Mark
Camera Back Release Pin
Film Check Window
Possible to check whether film is
loaded or not.
Camera Back
Manual Rewind Button
Press this button when you wish to
rewind the film midway through
the roll.
Battery Compartment Cover
Tripod Socket
Strap Lug
Film Chamber
DX Contact
Film Guide
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The picture frame and focusing frame (~) are displayed
constantly. Other displays appear when the camera is operated
as follows, appearing for 8 seconds and then automatically
disappearing to save battery power:
1. When the main switch is turned ON.
2. When the shutter button or focus dial are operated
while the main switch is ON.
is blinking: Charging
is lit: Charging Completed
Picture Frame
When the subject you want to shoot is located far away,
the area within this frame will appear in the photograph.
Close-range Picture Frame
When the subject you want to shoot is at a distance between
.m and .m, the area within this frame will appear
in the photograph.
Focus Frame
The Frame for focusing on the subject.
Close-range Focus Frame
Focusing Frame for close-range photography (.m~.m).
Shutter Speed
Of the shutter speed displays, ""' indicates / sec and
"'' indicates / sec. When two displays appear, it indicates
a value between those two. When LT is lit, it indicates a shutter
speed that is between slightly less than / sec and  sec.
When the light is darker, the LT display will blink and
the camera will go to bulb exposure. When "" blinks,
it indicates over-exposure.
Program Mark
When the aperture is set to F. and automatically closes,
"P" will light and the program AE will be set.
Exposure Compensation Mark
When the exposure compensation dial is set to a value
other than "0", the "±" display will light.
Focus Mark
Indicates the focusing conditions.
Flash Mark
Displayed when the aperture ring is set to " " or to " ".
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Exposure Counter (displays time remaining on self-timer,
and time elapsed during bulb exposure).
Battery Warning Mark
LCD COUNTER
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Basic Picture-Taking Techniques

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Use a coin to open the battery compartment cover by rotating
it in the direction of the arrow.
STEP 1: INSERT THE BATTERY
Insert the battery in the correct direction as shown by
the mark in the battery compartment and then replace
the battery compartment cover.
• The camera uses a V lithium battery (CRA or DLA).
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If only the film counter is displayed and the " " (battery
warning mark) is not displayed in the LCD counter, the battery
voltage is normal.
<Battery Replacement>
If the " " mark is lit in the LCD counter, it is time to replace
the battery. Turn the main switch OFF, open the battery
compartment cover and replace the battery with a new one.
• Although it is still possible to photograph even when the " "
mark is lit, be sure to replace the battery as soon as possible.
If the battery capacity exceeds the usage limit, the LCD will
go out and the camera will cease to function.
<Battery Precautions>
• Battery performance will be reduced temporarily in low
temperatures (under °C). If you are shooting in cold weather,
keep the camera warm inside your jacket and take them out
only when they are needed. The battery performance reduced
by cold temperature will return to normal in normal conditions.
• If battery poles are soiled with sweat or grease, poor contact
may result. Wipe both poles clean before loading the batteries.
• If you are going on a long trip, bring spare batteries with you.
• Do not throw used batteries into fire and do not charge,
short, disassemble or heat them because it is dangerous.
• The camera will not function if the battery is not
properly inserted.
• A V lithium battery (CRA or DLA) cannot be recharged.
STEP 1: CHECK THE BATTERY