Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1999/12/06
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]The dial on the bottom is simply a film type reminder dial. It's not connnected to anything else. The small chrome button is the battery test button. Looking through the viewfinder, turn the shutter speed dial until a pointer appears in the cut-out in the top right hand corner of the finder. Then press the battery check button. If the meter needle moves down into the cutout in the middle of the right side of the viewfinder, the battery is OK. BTW, the camera was designed for the 1.35v mercury PX625 batteries, which are becoming somewhat difficult to come by in some countries. Check the archives for lots of discussions about sources and alternatives. Enjoy the camera, it's a great one. Cheers, Kip William Speights wrote: > After using a IIIg for a number of years, I just bought a CL in great shape. Perfect size for by briefcase and perfect for my wallet at this point in my life. Of course...no manual. I have figured everything out except the "dial" on the base plate with the icons (sun, lightbulb, NE, and some strange other symbol). What the heck is it? It doesn't seem to be connected, except to the top of the battery. Also, what is the chrome button on the front of the camera, lower right as you look at the lens? HELP. Thanks in advance.