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Re: [OM] Re: OM2 reset and "B"

Subject: Re: [OM] Re: OM2 reset and "B"
From: John Hermanson <omtech@xxxxxxxxx>
Date: Mon, 25 Jan 1999 21:02:24 -0500
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John

Charles Loeven wrote:
> 
> HI,
> 
> I can help with these points to start.
> 
> <<* There is no manual along with it.>>
> 
> I got a photo copy of one from Olympus America a few years ago.
> 
> 1) It has a small lever in lower right corner of the lens mount above which
> is written "B">>
> 
> Mine has a small arrow, and a small button.
> Depress the button (or lever) and move the shutter speed to "B".
> "B" holds the shutter open as long as the shutter release is depressed.
> 
> <<2) On the shutter speed ring diametrically opposite the 1/15 sec mark a
> red star is marked along with the word " Reset">>
> 
> Reset is the same setting as "B".  The camera needs to be reset whenever the
> batteries are changed or the mirror locks up.  You will see that the
> relative position is the same for the reset mark and "B".
> 
> <<3) Similarly "Reset"  also appears on the rim of a plastic ring inside the
> battery compartment.>>
> 
> This is (I believe) just a reminder to set to "B" (reset) after changing the
> batteries.
> 
> <<Can anyone kindly explain me the function of these points?>>
> 
> I hope this helps.
> I really enjoy my OM2 (no "n") I am sure you will also.
> 
> Charlie
> Charles Loeven
> cpl49@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
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