Vivitar V-4000

Pirtûka Rêbernameya Kamera SLR ya Vivitar V-4000 35mm

Model: V-4000

Pêşkêş

The Vivitar V-4000 is a manual single-lens reflex (SLR) camera designed for photographers who prefer direct control over their camera settings. This kit includes a 35-70mm zoom lens, providing versatility for various photographic situations. The V-4000 focuses on essential photographic functions, allowing users to develop a fundamental understanding of photography principles.

Key features of the Vivitar V-4000 include:

Damezirandin

1. Sazkirina Pîl

The Vivitar V-4000 requires two 1.5-volt alkaline (LR44) or silver oxide (SR44) batteries for operation. These batteries power the camera's light meter and LED display.

  1. Locate the battery compartment, typically on the bottom or side of the camera body.
  2. Qapaxa dabeşê vekin.
  3. Insert the two batteries, ensuring correct polarity (+/-) as indicated inside the compartment.
  4. Qapaxa beşa pîlê bi ewlehî bigire.

2. Girêdana Lensê

The camera features a quick-release K-type bayonet mount for attaching and detaching lenses.

  1. Align the red dot or indicator on the lens barrel with the corresponding red dot or indicator on the camera's lens mount.
  2. Insert the lens into the camera mount.
  3. Rotate the lens clockwise (when viewed from the front) until it clicks into place, indicating it is securely locked.
  4. To detach the lens, press the lens release button on the camera body and rotate the lens counter-clockwise.
Vivitar V-4000 35mm SLR Camera with 35-70mm lens attached

Figure 1: Vivitar V-4000 camera with the 35-70mm lens mounted.

3. Barkirina Fîlmê

The Vivitar V-4000 uses standard 35mm film. Ensure the film speed (ISO) dial on the camera matches the ISO rating of your film.

  1. Bi kişandina bişkoka vegerandina fîlmê pişta kamerayê vekin.
  2. Place the film cartridge into the film chamber.
  3. Rêberê fîlmê bikşînin ser boka hilgirtinê û têxin nav yek ji kunan.
  4. Bi karanîna leverka pêşveçûna fîlmê, fîlmê hinekî pêş ve bibin da ku ew pê ewle bibe ku li diranên mîla hilgirtinê asê dibe.
  5. Kamerayê bi zexmî bigirin.
  6. Advance the film two frames, pressing the shutter release button each time, to ensure the film is properly loaded and to reach the first unexposed frame. The film rewind knob should rotate as you advance the film, indicating proper loading.
  7. Set the ISO dial on the camera to match the film's ISO rating.

Telîmatên Operating

1. Balkêşandin

The 35-70mm lens features manual focus. Use the bright viewfinder with its split-image focusing aid for precise focus.

  1. Binêre viewpeydakir.
  2. Rotate the focusing ring on the lens until the image in the split-image circle within the viewfinder appears sharp and aligned.
  3. For subjects outside the split-image area, use the microprism collar or the surrounding matte screen to achieve sharp focus.
Close-up view of the Vivitar 35-70mm lens front with focusing and aperture rings

Wêne 2: Pêşî view of the 35-70mm lens, showing focusing and aperture controls.

2. Setting Exposure (Shutter Speed and Aperture)

The V-4000 utilizes a manual, center-weighted TTL metering system. You must manually set both the shutter speed and aperture.

  1. Leza Shutter: Rotate the shutter speed dial on the top of the camera to select a desired speed (from Bulb to 1/2000 second).
  2. Aperture: Rotate the aperture ring on the lens to select the desired f-stop (e.g., f/3.5 to f/4.8 on the included lens).
  3. Metering: Half-press the shutter button to activate the light meter. LEDs in the viewfinder will indicate if the exposure is correct (green), overexposed (red +), or underexposed (red -). Adjust shutter speed or aperture until the green LED illuminates.
Kop view of Vivitar V-4000 camera showing shutter speed dial and film advance lever

Figure 3: Top controls of the Vivitar V-4000, including the shutter speed dial.

3. Wênegirtin

  1. Fîşeka xwe bi navgîniyê ve çarçove bikin viewpeydakir.
  2. Focus the lens manually.
  3. Leza deklanşorê û vebûna dîfragmayê ya guncaw li gorî xwendina ronîmeterê bicîh bikin.
  4. Gently press the shutter release button completely to take the picture.
  5. Advance the film using the film advance lever to prepare for the next shot.

4. Using the Self-Timer

The self-timer allows for a delayed shutter release, useful for self-portraits or group photos where the photographer wants to be in the shot.

  1. Compose and focus your shot.
  2. Engage the self-timer lever (location may vary, typically on the front of the camera body).
  3. Press the shutter release button. The self-timer mechanism will begin its countdown, and the shutter will fire after approximately 10 seconds.

5. Flash Photography

The V-4000 is equipped with a hot shoe for external flash units. The flash synchronization speed is 1/125 second or slower.

  1. Mount a compatible external flash unit onto the camera's hot shoe.
  2. Set the camera's shutter speed to 1/125 second or slower.
  3. Adjust the flash and camera aperture settings according to the flash unit's instructions or guide number.
  4. Take the picture as usual.

6. Fîlma Vegerandinê

Dema ku hemû çarçoveyên li ser rola fîlmê hatin eşkerekirin, divê fîlm berî vekirina pişta kamerayê dîsa di kartuşa xwe de were pêçandin.

  1. Bişkoka vegerandina fîlmê bikirtînin, ku bi gelemperî li binê kamerayê ye.
  2. Fold out the crank on the film rewind knob and turn it clockwise until you feel the tension release, indicating the film is fully rewound into the cartridge.
  3. Pull up the film rewind knob to open the camera back.
  4. Remove the film cartridge for processing.
Paş view of Vivitar V-4000 camera showing film door and viewfinder

jimar 4: Paş view of the Vivitar V-4000 camera.

Lênerrînî

Proper care and maintenance will ensure the longevity and optimal performance of your Vivitar V-4000 camera.

Çareserkirina pirsgirêkan

PirsegirêkSedema gengazÇare
Camera does not power on / Meter LEDs do not light upPîlên mirî an jî bi şaşî hatine sazkirin.Check battery polarity; replace with fresh LR44/SR44 batteries.
Fîlm pêş nakeveFilm not properly loaded onto take-up spool; film leader detached.Open camera back in a darkroom or changing bag, re-load film, ensuring leader is securely attached to take-up spool.
Wêneyên zelal inIncorrect focus; camera shake; subject movement.Ensure precise manual focusing; use a faster shutter speed or tripod; ensure subject is still.
Images are too dark (underexposed) or too bright (overexposed)Incorrect shutter speed or aperture settings; incorrect ISO setting.Adjust shutter speed and aperture based on the in-viewfinder light meter readings (aim for green LED); verify ISO setting matches film.
Film rewind knob does not turn when rewindingBişkoka vegerandina fîlmê nehatiye pêlkirin.Ensure the film rewind release button on the camera bottom is pressed before attempting to rewind.

Specifications

Navê ModelV-4000
NîşanVivitar
Lens Included35-70mm f/3.5-4.8 Close-Focusing Zoom Lens
Çiyayê LensPentax K-Mount
Cureyê FîlmFîlma 35 mm
Range Leza ShutterBulb to 1/2000 second (manual control)
Film Speed Range (ISO)25 ber 3200
Pergala MeteringCenter-weighted, TTL (Through-The-Lens), Manual Metering
Hevdemkirina Flash1/125 second or slower (X-contact hot shoe)
BatteriesTwo 1.5-volt LR44 or SR44 batteries
Pîvan560 Grams (camera body only, approximate)
RengZîv
Taybetmendiyên TaybetSelf-timer, Optical Viewfinder with Split-Image Focusing

Garantî û Piştgirî

Information regarding specific warranty terms or direct customer support contacts for the Vivitar V-4000 camera is not available in the provided product data. Please refer to the original packaging or contact your retailer for details on warranty coverage and support options.

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