What batteries does the Maxxum 9000 use?
Two AA batteries fit into a removable compartment inside the right hand side of the body. Either Alkaline-Magnesium, Nickel-Cadmuim or Carbon-Zinc batteries can be used. Even when the camera is switched off it draws a small amount of current (about 0.01mA). The LCD’s on the 9000’s top panel blink when battery power is getting low. The 9000 will not operate without batteries. Exposure adjustment settings, film speed, and manual exposure settings are stored in the 9000’s memory when the camera is switched off. 21/ What flash functions does the 9000 provide? Several flash units can be mounted on the accessory-shoe above the viewfinder, on the control grip (CG-100) accessory, or on a remote cable. A PC-type sync terminal is also provided for flash units that do not fit in the 9000’s accessory-shoe. Four flashes are dedicated to the 9000 body; 1800AF, 2800AF, 4000AF and the 1200AF ringflash. All provide direct flash metering (through the lens off the film) and automatic fill flash. The 1200
