Manual for OPTIMA I a

Loading the camera: Open the back, insert cassette, attach rewind crank, draw out film to winding spool, engage perforations, and close back.

Film transport: Swing the rapid transport lever forward and let it return. Press down the magic release lever as far as possible.

Setting film speed: Turn the milled disc with a coin to align the triangle with the correct DIN or ASA number.

Focusing: Set the black index mark on the lens to one of the three symbols representing distance (Close-ups, Groups, Landscapes).

Taking a picture: Hold the camera steady, line up the subject, press the release lever to the pressure point. A green signal indicates a perfect picture; press the lever fully. A red signal means not enough light.