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Thank you for your purchase of a Konica TC-X

(1) The Konica TC-X is a compact, lightweight, fully automatic single lens reflex camera with a shutter-priority through-the-lens automatic exposure system.

(2) The Konica TC-X is fully compatible with the "DX" system for automatic input of film-speed (ISO) information.

(3) A high resolution, high-performance Hexanon AR 50mm f/1.8 lens is standard equipment on the Konica TC-X.

(4) A new design extremely bright viewfinder makes accurate focusing easier, increases visibility of in-finder data.

(5) Accepts the full range of Hexanon interchangeable lenses and a wide range of Konica accessories, including a electronic flash unit.

*DX: Films designed for use in DX Code System cameras. The Konica TC-X can accept this film.

Konica TC-X specifications

Type: 35mm SLR camera with shutter-priority TTL AE mechanism4.butkus.org

Format: 24 x 36mm

Standard lenses: Hexanon AR 50mm f/1.8, Hexanon AR 50mm f/1.4

Lens mount: Bayonet type Konica Mount 11

Aperture control: Fully automatic and manual

Shutter: Vertical transport mechanical focal plane shutter, "B"  1/8--1/1000 sec

Flash sync: X sync at 1/8 through 1/60 sec

Self-timer: 10 sec. delay (approx.)

Viewfinder: Real image eye-level pentaprism Finder with split image range finder, microdiaprism ring and peripheral matte screen; field of viewfinder is 92 percent 0.87 x with 50mm lens

Finder display: Needle indication of aperture from f/1.4 to f/22, with over and under exposure warnings, manual operation signed, stopped-down metering mark and AE coupling range indication.

Metering system: Through-the-lens center weighted metering at full aperture, CdS cell

Exposure control: Shutter-priority AE mechanism, with standard Hexanon AR lenses, AE mechanism is coupled with film speed, shutter speed and widest lens aperture; correct aperture indication for manual metering, in stopped-down mode, meter coupled with film speed, shutter speed and aperture

AE coupling range: EV5 (f/1.4, 1/15 see) through EV18 (f/16, 1/1000 see) for ISO 100

Film speed: ISO 50 through 1600 (1/3 step). Both of automatic setting (DX code film) and manual setting are possible.

Power switch: Turns battery on/off and locks shutter release

AE Lock mechanism: Partial depression of shutter locks AE mechanism (for exposure compensation)

Power source: Single LR03 or R03 dry battery (AAA size) 4www.butkus.org

Film loading: Konica "easy load" system; film check window for DX type film

Film advance: Single action top lever, wind angle of 135°, 20° play.

Film rewind: Crank driven rewind mechanism, film rewind button resets automatically

Frame counter: Additive type, auto-reset4.butkus.org

Size, weight: Body 130 x 84 x 44mm ( 5. I I x 3.11 1 x 1.73"). 375g ( 13.2 oz) (without battery)

Note: Specifications and design subject to change without notice.


Eight simple steps for photography

1. Insert battery (p. 12) 2. Set film speed (p. 16) 3. Load film (p. 18) 4. Set "AE" mark (p. 22)

5. Set shutter speed (p. 22) 6. Check exposure and framing (p. 26) 7. Focus and shoot (p. 24) 8. Rewind and unload film (p. 28)

1. Changing the lens

1. Changing the lens Attaching the lens: Align the red dot on the lens barrel with the red dot (22) on the camera body and gently insert the lens barrel into the camera. Grip the lens and turn clockwise until it locks.

Removing the lens: While the lens release button (25) is kept depressed, turn the lens barrel counterclockwise until the red dots on the lens and camera are aligned. Then remove the lens.

2. Inserting battery

2. Inserting Battery The Konica TC-X uses a single LR03, R03 dry battery (AAA size) as the power source for the AE system4.butkus.org 1) Open the battery chamber cover (36) by pushing the cover in (he direction of the arrow. 2) Place a fresh battery in the chamber, making sure that the " + " and "" -- "" poles of the battery march those in the battery chamber. Close the battery chamber cover. 3) To make sure the battery is working, look through the view-finder with the power switch "on" aiming towards the sky or a light. The AE needle will swing rapidly if the battery is operating. *Wipe battery with a dry cloth before loading.

*Battery will last about two years with normal use (manufacturer's estimate). When the AE needle does not move even if the camera is aimed at the sky or bright light with power switch "on", replace battery.

3. Power switch

3. Power switch The power switch functions as the power ON-OFF/shutter release button safety lock system. 1) When the power switch (2) is turned "ON" the light meter is activated and the shutter release is unlocked. 2) When the switch is turned "OFF the meter is turned off and the shutter release locks. *When the camera is not in use, power switch should be turned "OFF" to prevent accidental shutter release and prevent drain on battery power.

4. Setting film speed

4. Setting film speed 1) When the film speed dial (14) is set at "DX" " the camera automatically reads the film speed of the film magazine, so manual film speed setting is unnecessary. This is only effective with "DX" type films. 2) When non-Ding type film is used, turn the film speed dial (14) to set the camera for the rating of the film.4.butkus.org

 

Click here for example of DX symbol on film

Click here for example of film

Click here for ASA / DIN film speeds.

5. Loading film

5. Loading film 1) Turn the power switch (2) "on." Pull the rewind knob (16) all the way out and the back cover (37) of the camera will open. 2) Place a roll film into the film cassette chamber (31), then push the rewind knob all the way back down. 3) Pull the tip of the film out a few centimeters until it reaches the film take-up spool (39). Then insert the tip into the slit in the take-up spool. 4) Turn the film advance lever (1) and make sure the holes in the edge of the film fit on the teeth of the sprocket (40). Now close the back cover tightly. 5) Raise the film rewind crank (15) and turn it slightly in the direction of the arrow to reduce slack of the film inside the magazine.

 

6) Turn the film advance lever (1) as far as it turns and press the shutter release button (6). Repeat until the number " I " appears in the frame counter (26). *When the film is advancing properly, the film rewind knob will turn counterclockwise. *Film should be loaded or unloaded in the shade or indoors, avoiding direct sunlight.4.butkus.org *The film check window is for use with DX type film, and lets the user check the kind of film, film speed, and number of frames exposed, while the film is in the camera.

6. Automatic exposure system (AE)

6. Automatic exposure system (AE) 1) Set the aperture ring (7) at the "AK" mark (18), and the aperture ring is then locked. 2) Turn the shutter speed dial (3) and set it at the desired speed. With ISO 100 film, for example, a typical shutter speed for shooting outdoors in clear weather is 1/125 or 1/250 see, 1/30 or 1/60 for indoors. *The "B" (bulb) setting does not allow AE shooting because the shutter remains open. 3) Look through the finder, compose the picture you want, and make sure the needle of the light meter does not indicate under or over exposure warning. Then just press the shutter to take a picture. *For aperture-priority operation, look through the finder and turn the shutter speed dial (3) until the needle shows the desired aperture reading. *Intermediate points between shutter speed scale (4) indicated on the shutter speed dial cannot be used. *The Konica TC-X can be used without a battery, if desired, by setting both speed and aperture manually.

 
Focusing

Microdiaprism	Split image	Matted plane

 

Focus at the center of the viewfinder When focusing, point the camera directly at the main subject (area of the picture that is most important), to use the split image and microdiaprism for precise focusing. Split image: The lens is focused when the upper and lower halves of the image in the center of the finder are aligned. Microdiaprism: When the lens is focused, the image in this area of the finder stops flickering.

Matted plane: Use the matted screen surrounding the center of the finder to focus whenever the image at the center is not clear when using the camera with close-up attachment and telephoto lens, for example.
 

 

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