Manual for BESSA-T

Camera Operation Summary

Loading Film: Open the camera back by pulling the rewind knob. Insert film cartridge with the projecting end downwards. Fold out and lift the rewind crank, then rotate it to engage the film on the rewind fork. Return the rewind knob. Insert the film leader into the take-up spool, ensuring perforations engage. Check film alignment with sprockets and guide rails. Gently close the back cover. Tension the film by turning the rewind crank until stiff. Advance the film a few frames until the counter shows '1'.

Exposure Setting: Set filmspeed using the selector dial. For shutter priority, set shutter speed using the dial. For aperture priority, set aperture using the ring on the lens barrel. Monitor exposure by lightly pressing the shutter release button; adjust shutter speed or aperture based on LED indicators (green for correct, red for over/under exposure).

Focusing: Use the rangefinder to achieve a single, converged image by adjusting the lens.