Leica M9 users instruction manual in English

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• Do not open the bottom cover and remove thememory card or battery while the red LED (1.32) tothe bottom right of the monitor (1.33) is flashing toindicate that pictures are being recorded and/ordata saved to the card. Otherwise the not yet (completely)saved picture data may be lost.• As electromagnetic fields, electrostatic charges,and defects on the camera or the card can lead todamage or loss of the data on the memory card, werecommend that you also transfer the data to acomputer and save it there (see p. 158).• For the same reason, it is recommended that thecard is always stored in its antistatic cover.Leica M lensesEssentially, most Leica M lenses can be used with theLEICA M9. Details on the small number of exceptionsand restrictions can be found in the following notes.M lenses can be used regardless of the lens features -whether they are supplied with or without 6-bit codingin the bayonet (latest version).Even without this additional feature, i.e. when usingLeica M lenses without identification, the LEICA M9will deliver excellent pictures in most situations.To achieve optimum picture quality in these situations,we recommend entering the lens type (see “Switchinglens type identification on/off”, p. 124).Important:• Cannot be used:– Hologon 15mm f/8– Summicron 50mm f/2 with close up setting,– Elmar 90mm f/4 with retractable tube (manufacturedfrom 1954–1968)– Some examples of the Summilux-M 35mm f/1.4(not aspherical, manufactured from 1961–1995,Made in Canada) cannot be fitted to the LEICA M9or will not focus to infinity. Leica Customer Servicecan modify these lenses so that they can be usedon the LEICA M9.• Can be used, but risks damaging the cameraor lensLenses with retractable tube can only be used withthe tube extended, i.e. their tube must never beretracted into the LEICA M9. This is not the casefor the current Macro-Elmar-M 90mm f/4, whosetube does not protrude into the camera body evenwhen retracted. It can therefore be used withoutany restrictions.• Limited useDespite the high precision of the view and range -finder on the LEICA M9, exact focusing cannotbe guaranteed when using 135mm lenses at fullstop due to the very shallow depth of field. Stoppingdown by at least 2 stops is therefore recommended.• Can be used, but excluded from exposuremetering– Super-Angulon-M 21mm f/4– Super-Angulon-M 21mm f/3.4– Elmarit-M 28mm f/2.8 with serial nos. earlierthan 2 314 921.Note:Leica Customer Service can retrofit many Leica Mlenses with 6-bit coding. Enquire for specific cases(address, see p. 177).110 / Leica M lenses
Attaching a lensRemoving a lens1. Hold the lens by the fixed ring (1.12).2. Align the red index button (1.12c) on the lens withthe unlocking button (1.1) on the camera body.3. Then push the lens straight on in this position.4. Turn the lens slightly to the right, and you will hearand feel it click into place.1. Hold the lens by the fixed ring (1.12).2. Press down the unlocking button (1.1) on thecamera body.3. Turn the lens to the left until its red index button(1.12c) is aligned with the unlocking button.4. Then pull the lens straight off.Notes:• Since the LEICA M9 should always be protectedagainst ingress of dust etc. into the interior of thecamera, it is important always to have a lens or acap fitted to the camera body.• For the same reason, lenses should be changedquickly and in an environment that is as dust-freeas possible.• The rear caps of the camera or lens should not bestored in a pants pocket, as they may pick up dustthere, which can then get inside the camera whenattached.Attaching/Removing a lens / 111
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Page 9 and 10: Scope of deliveryBefore using your
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Page 31 and 32: MonitorThe LEICA M9 has a large 2.5
Page 33 and 34: Menu controlMany settings for the L
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Page 61 and 62: Selecting the sync speed/sync speed
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MonitorThe monitor is manufactured
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Troubleshooting 1. The LEICA M9 doe
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