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Re: [OM] I must be very annoying already...but...4 vs. 4T?

Subject: Re: [OM] I must be very annoying already...but...4 vs. 4T?
From: Larry <halpert@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Date: Mon, 01 Jan 2001 22:51:01 -0500
If the self timer lever is lifted vertically, and moved toward the lens (the
opposite direction of setting the self-timer), it shuts off all sounds.

Larry




Chris O'Neill wrote:

> On 1 Jan 2001, at 18:53, Tom Scales wrote:
>
> > The OM-4 is a great camera, but prone to the battery drain problem.  The
> > key test is to turn it to battery test mode and let it beep.  If the beep
> > shuts itself off in 30 seconds or so, it has the 4T circuit.  That makes it
> > a much, much better buy.
>
> I think I mentioned this awhile back...  I have an OM-4 on layaway.  It's
> priced at CDN$450 (around US$300)...  not a great price, but given that
> it comes with a 90 day warranty and is in good (not LN but good) shape,
> I'm happy.  Anyway...
>
> When I did the "battery test mode" test, the light came on for around 30
> seconds or so and then went out, so that means it's got the newer
> ciruit.  However, there was NO "beep" or other noise.  Does that
> indicate there's a problem other than (maybe?) a dead "beeper"???
>
> Thanks!
>
> Regards,
>
> Chris
>
> ---
> I'm *not* a Zuikoholic....  I'm a Zuikohobbiest!
> Chris O'Neill (coneill@xxxxxxxxxxx)
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