Miranda EE-2
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HOW TO USE "A" (AVERAGE LIGHT MEASUREMENT)
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Turn the CDS METER SWITCH to "A".
Average light measurement is a system to measure a fair average of the light coming in through the lens. 'A" is used
in general photographic situations under favorable light conditions, shooting of landscapes and group subjects. The partial average light measurement system, incorporated in
the MIRANDA EE-2, has a special function by which the
usually prevailing brightness from the brightness of the sky is excluded from the
light measurement. |
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Unlike other systems measurement, it does not cause a degradation of contrast. Just hold the camera, determine the composition and release the shutter. |
AND ""S"" (SPOT LIGHT MEASUREMENT)
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Or turn the CDS METER SWITCH to ''"S"".
The spot light measurement is a system to measure a part of the light coming in through the lens. It produces wonderful effects on an open sea. a wide
expanse of mountains and fields. subjects with a bright background, in against-the-light pictures. and in taking stage pictures with a high light contrast. In
such extraordinary cases of photography, the determination of the exposure is normally rather difficult. |
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With the MIRANDA EE-2 however. by merely setting
the meter switch to ""S"'' you can obtain an accurate exposure without the need to adjust the film speed or the diaphragm opening. When the
"S" (spot light measurement) is used, the multimicroprism/split-image area indicates the light acceptance area.4www.butkus.org |
HOW TO READ THE METER IN THE VIEWFINDER
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Marks A and "S"
''A'' is the mark indicating ''Average Light Measurement'' and "S" for "Spot Light Measurement. ''The arrow mark is coupled with the engraved "A" and "S"
letting on the battery SWITCH located beneath the FILM REWIND KNOB. This indicates the type of light measurement selected. (See pages 20 & 21 - How
To Use "A" and "S").
Over-exposure Warning Mark
This is the warning mark for over-exposure. When the meter needle reaches this mark. an accurate exposure cannot be obtained. Reset the SHUTTER
SPEED DIAL to a higher speed until the meter needle comes within the indicated correct exposure range.
Fixed Point for Closed-down Light Measurement
The red dot near "2" serves as a the F/1.8 mark. This mark also serves as the fixed point for closed-down light measuring in manual, non EE photography
when using a conventional type of Auto Miranda lens. or a preset lens (See page 29). |
Mark for Checking Battery Power
This mark (the full height of the digit "1" of '1.4") is for checking the mercury for battery power the meter. (See page 12 for How To Use the Battery
Checker).
Underexposure warning Mark
If the meter needle is within this mark, underexposure will result. Set the SHUTTER SPEED DIAL to a slower speed to make sure that the meter needle
comes within the indicated correct exposure range. Coupled with the pin of the full-open F-value of the lens, this mark indicates the full F-value of the lens
between f: 1.4 and 4.4www.butkus.org
COUPLING RANGE OF METER
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The coupling range is the range in which light can be measured by the EE meter. The range varies according to the film speed and to the maximum
aperture of the lens used.
The meter's coupling range, according to film speed, is the field indicated in the diagram in pink, outside of which coupling cannot be obtained. Outside of
this coupling range, the SHUTTER SPEED DIAL cannot be turned and blocks. For instance, the shutter dial stops at''4" (1/4 sec.) when ASA100 film
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When taking pictures at a shutter speed beyond the coupling range, turn the SHUTTER SPEED DIAL while depressing the
MANUAL OVERRIDING BUTTON located in the center of the shutter speed knob.
With the MANUAL OVERRIDING BUTTON depressed, the EE-function does not operate. The meter needle moves according to the amount of light, but is
not coupled with the shutter speed, with the result that no accurate EE exposure is obtainable.
When the shutter speed is switched back to a speed within the coupling range, the MANUAL OVERRIDING BUTTON is automatically unlocked and the EE-function becomes operational again.
EE - PHOTOGRAPHY
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The Miranda Auto EC and Auto Miranda E lenses feature completely automatic diaphragm. Photography by full-open light measurement, EE system
(automatic exposure), is possible by merely checking the markings in the viewfinder. |
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* Perform steps 'A' through 'G' on pages 8 and 9.
* While looking through the viewfinder, adjust the focus. If the meter needle stays within the area of accurate exposure. depress the shutter button smoothly.
In the event the needle of the meter stays within the warning mark for under-exposure, reset to a slower shutter speed: and if the needle of the meter
stays within the warning mark for over-exposure. reset to a faster shutter speed. |
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In taking pictures when a specific lens opening is of prime importance, rotate the shutter speed dial until the meter needle indicates the desired aperture.
Make sure that the SHUTTER SPEED DIAL clicks into a proper position as otherwise no correct shutter speed can be obtained.
Never depress the shutter button until the meter needle comes to a complete stop.
NOTE: For a deliberate under- or over-exposure. the meter reading can be locked and maintained, as long as the shutter release button is halfway held depressed.
When looking through the viewfinder, the needle locking may be observed. |
MANUAL PHOTOGRAPHY
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If you performed step 5a, then adjust the APERTURE RING until the needle in the viewfinder reads the same as on the APERTURE SCALE.4www.butkus.org |
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When using the close-down metering mode, make sure you rotate the PREVIEW LEVER down after each aperture adjustment otherwise the reading will
not be accurate. DO NOT keep the PREVIEW LEVER down while adjusting the APERTURE RING. Turn the APERTURE RING until the meter needle is
aligned with the top edge of the red UNDER-EXPOSURE WARNING MARK. |
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OR YOU CAN PERFORM THIS
If you performed step 5b. then adjust the shutter speed until the needle in the viewfinder reads the same as on the APERTURE SCALE.
Note correct needle position for open and closed-down light metering shown above. |
MIRANDA EE-2 METERING SYSTEM
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SYSTEM
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12. "F" number ring
13. Connector
14. Meter sliding plate
15. Prism
16. Condenser lens
17. Meter needle
18. Meter
19. Mark
for "F" number at full opening
20. Meter pinion gear
21. "F" stop connector
22. Meter connecting
shaft
23. CdS 24. CdS
25. Meter coupling lever
26. R=Variable
resistor
27. P= Printed circuit
28. A= Resistor
29. Battery |
1. ASA index
2. Shutter speed dial
3. Dial shah
4. Pinion gear
5. Pinion cam
6. Fresnel lens
7. "F" stop connector
8. Connecting shaft
9. Connecting plate
10.
Shutter coupling chin
11. Mirror
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MIRANDA EE-2
TECHNICAL DATA
CAMERA TYPE: Compact 35mm single-lens reflex (SLR) camera with focal plane shutter, TTL meter, and shutter speed priority EE control with manual override.
FILM FORMAT: 35mm - 24 x 36mm, 43.3mm film frame diagonal.
STANDARD LENSES: Miranda Auto EC 50mm/f 1.8 or 1.4. Angle of View: 46°
SHUTTER: Focal plane, T. B. 1-1/1000 sec., built-in self-timer with maximum delay of 10 seconds.
VIEWFINDER SYSTEM: Bright, interchangeable pentaprism viewfinder, magnification 0.92x with 50mm lens at 00 field of view 96%. Meter needle, aperture settings, average or spot
reading, under/overexposure marks, battery check, and closed-down position visible in viewfinder field. Pentaprism has shutter speed window. Alternate
waist level. dual magnification critical focuser, and micro photo focuser available.
EXPOSURE METER SYSTEM: Light measuring at open aperture, built-in TTL CdS meter with full EE-coupling. closed-down light measuring possible, light sensor behind the mirror,
partial light measuring, switch to spot light measuring. EE coupling range EV3- 18 at ASA 100 with 50mm f1.4 lens, shutter speeds 1/4 sec.-1/1000 sec.
The EE coupling can be disconnected when shooting at speeds outside its range by depressing the
override button located in the center of the shutter speed dial. Film speeds ASA 25-1600.4www.butkus.org
FOCUSING SYSTEM: Rapid, unique QIS (Quadrascopic Image System) rangefinder combining 360 degree multimicroprism split-image center with ground glass ring, and matte
Fresnel field.
LENS INTERCHANGEABILITY: Full EE coupling with Miranda Auto EC and Auto Miranda E series lenses. Varying manual capabilities with other Miranda lenses.
Dual Miranda mount: four-claw bayonet and inside 44mm. screw mount.
FLASH SYNCHRONIZATION: FP and X, automatic synch to X at 1/60 sec., cordless
hotshoe.
FILM ADVANCE/COUNT SYSTEM: Rapid-load spool, auto-resetting advance counter. winding angle 180° film advance lever, plastic tipped. ratchet advance possible.
DIMENSIONS: 143 x 93 x 91mm ('u/50mm f1.8 lens) 5-2/3 x 3-2/3 x 3-9/16 inches.
WEIGHT: 975 grams (w/50mm f1.8 lens)/34.3 ounces.
POWER SOURCE: One 1.3 volt mercury battery (Eveready EPX675 or equivalent).4www.butkus.org Built-in battery checker.
* Specifications in this manual are subject to change without notice due to
ongoing technological advances.
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When using the closed-down measuring mode make sure the PREVIEW LEVER is held down. (See page 29).
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When using the closed-down measuring mode with lenses OTHER THAN Miranda Auto EC, Auto Miranda E, and Miranda Auto without the small maximum
aperture pin, align the meter needle in the viewfinder with the fixed 1.8 red dot for correct exposure. |
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For 'T' (time) exposures, set the camera on a tripod and: ( 1 ) set the SHUTTER SPEED at 'B', (2) depress the SHUTTER RELEASE BUTTON. (3) and
while holding it down, lock the shutter in place. To release the BUTTON, simply turn the LOCK back full-right. |
FOCUSING THE UNIQUE MIRANDA QIS WAY
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For moving subjects use a fast (1/250 or higher) shutter speed. and move your camera ("follow the action") with the subject. Ask your Miranda dealer to
recommend photographic literature that will explain this and other photographic principles. |
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This unique Miranda Quadrascopic Image System (QIS) rangefinder is a four way focusing system. hence Quadra (four) scopic (viewing).4www.butkus.org
The QIS rangefinder screen is composed of a circular split-image dot and ring which splits any image. vertical, horizontal, or oblique; a
multi-microprism
spot which checker's the image: a surrounding ground glass (matte) ring that blurs the image: and a matte Fresnel field that blurs the surrounding
background. |
MIRANDA QUADRASCOPIC IMAGE SYSTEM FINDER
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This extremely versatile screen is bright, clear. and sharp. Its unique design when coupled with a condenser built into the pentaprism makes especially
rapid and accurate focusing easy without the split-image ever blackening. Under the most adverse conditions the rangefinder will only darken some-what.
There is no other rangefinder like it.
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FOCUSING
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To focus. look through the viewfinder and at the same time rotate the FOCUSING RING right or left as required. |
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For INFRA-RED black and white photography. first focus normally. Next, turn the indicated distance on the DISTANCE SCALE so it is aligned with the
INFRARED DISTANCE INDICATOR (red dot and 'R') on the DEPTH OF FIELD SCALE. No adjustment is necessary for INFRA-RED color photography. |
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Correct focusing is best achieved by first focusing behind the subject and then adjusting forward until the image is in sharp focus.4www.butkus.org |
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) by turning the APERTURE :RING in a clockwise direction. Correct exposure can be determined by varying shutter speeds or diaphragm, until the
needle superimposes the full open value mark in the viewfinder. Both Average Light Measurement and the Spot Light Measurement can be used for manual
photography. Note: F/1 8 and F/3.5 are marked by a dot.
