Phase One Iq 2 Series User Guide 645 DF And Digital Back Users
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User Guide Phase One 645DF+ Camera and IQ-series Digital Back
User Guide: Phase One 645DF+ Camera and IQ2 Series Digital Back
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Contents
1.0 Introduction 8
1.1 Warranty 9
1.2 Installation and Activation of Software 9
1.3 Activation and Deactivation of Capture One 10
1.4 Screen Calibration 11
2.0 The 645DF+ Camera and IQ2 Digital Back System 12
2.1 Unpacking the 645DF+ and IQ2 Digital Back System 12
2.2 Value Added kit 13
2.3 Classic vs. Value Added kit 14
2.4 Charging the Batteries for the IQ2 Digital Back 15
2.5 Camera Batteries (AA and rechargeable Li-ion battery) 16
2.6 Sleep Mode 17
2.7 Attach and Remove Lens 18
2.8 Adjusting the Strap 19
2.9 Attaching the IQ2 Back 20
2.10 Names of Parts and Functions (Nomenclature) 21
2.11 The Displays 22
2.12 Displays, Abbreviations and Electronic Dial Operation 23
2.13 The Buttons on the Back 24
2.14 LED Lights 24
2.15 Setting Date and Time 25
2.16 Setting Diopter 25
Replacing the Diopter Correction Lens 26
2.17 Eyepiece Shutter 26
3.0 Basic Functions 28
3.1 Setting ISO 28
3.2 Setting White Balance 28
3.3 Getting started: Setting the Shutter Release, Focus, Exposure
and Metering modes 29
3.4 Measuring Light – Exposure Metering 31
3.5 Focus Mode 32
3.6 Auto focus or Manual focus 34
3.7 Using Focus Lock and Infrared Focusing 36
3.8 Drive Dial 37
3.9 Exposure Modes 38
3.10 Flash Photography 43
3.11 Flash Compensation Settings 46
4.0 Introduction to the IQ2 Series Digital Back 49
4.1 Quick Start (shooting untethered) 50
4.2 General Hardware Setup 51
4.3 Indicator Lights 52
4.4 Indicators 52
4.5 Tethered and Untethered Operations 53
4.6 CF Card Usage 55
4.7 Secure Storage System (3S) 56
4.8 Formatting your Memory Card 57
5.0 Navigating the IQ2 User Interface and Menu System 58
5.1 Menu Buttons 59
5.2 Shortcuts 59
5.3 Touch Screen Operation 60
5.4 ISO 61
5.5 White Balance 62
5.6 Custom White Balance 63
5.7 Live View 64
6.0 Play Mode 67
6.1 Play Mode Views 68
6.2 Play Mode: Context Menu 69
6.3 Info Bar 70
6.4 Play Mode Navigation 70
6.5 Zoom 70
6.6 Delete and Rating 71
6.7 Delete in Thumbnail View 72
6.8 Grid 73
6.9 Tools 75
7.0 Menu 78
7.1 645DF+ (Camera Custom Functionality from 7.1 to 7.1.28 ) 79
7.1.1 Setup C1, C2 or C3 79
7.1.2 Exposure Program 79
7.1.3 AF Area 79
7.1.4 Light Metering 79
7.1.5 Custom Function Set 80
7.1.6 Setup Custom A, B or C 80
7.1.7 EV Step 80
7.1.8 Lens Change 80
7.1.9 Sleep Timer 80
7.1.10 Battery Type 81
7.1.11 Bracketing 81
7.1.12 Front / Rear Dial 81
7.1.13 Rear Dial in P-mode 81
7.1.14 Dial Direction 81
7.1.15 AEL / AFL button 82
7.1.16 Release Button 82
7.1.17 AEL 82
7.1.18 AFL 83
7.1.19 M-Mode AEL 83
7.1.20 AF Assist Light 83
7.1.21 Flash Sync 84
7.1.22 Beep 84
7.1.23 Shutter in Tv/Av/P 84
7.1.24 Shutter in M/X 85
7.1.25 AF priority 85
7.1.26 Active Custom Set 86
7.1.27 Restore to Default 86
7.1.28 About System 86
7.2 Format Card 87
7.3 WiFi 87
WiFi (Cont.) 88
7.4 Power Management 90
Display O Time 90
Battery Charging 90
Auto Power Down 90
Power-Up and Down from 645DF+ 91
7.5 Check Disk 91
7.6 Storage Mode 91
7.7 File Format 92
7.8 Camera Mode 92
7.9 Shutter Latency 92
7.10 Image Orientation 92
7.11 Auto Preview Mode 93
7.12 Display 93
Brightness 93
Display O Time 93
Splash Screen 94
Background Image 95
7.13 Ready Beep 96
7.14 Date And Time 96
7.15 Language 96
7.16 Restore to Default 97
7.17 Firmware 97
Restore Firmware 98
Dump Log 98
7.18 About 98
8.0 IQ2 Series Digital Back Overview 99
8.1 IQ280 Digital Back Specifications 101
8.2 IQ260 Digital Back Specifications 102
8.3 IQ260 Achromatic Digital Back Specifications 103
8.4 IQ250 Digital Back Sepcifcations 104
9.0 Advanced 645DF+ Camera Functions 106
9.1 Exposure Compensation 106
9.2 AE Lock 107
9.3 Metered-Value Dierence Indicator 108
9.4 Auto Bracketing 109
9.5 Taking Photos with the Mirror Up 111
9.6 Mirror Up Delay 112
9.7 Bulb Mode & Long Exposure 113
9.8 Camera Display Light 113
9.9 Front/Rear Dial Lock Mechanisms 114
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9.10 Self-Timer Mode 115
9.11 Interval Photography 116
9.12 Depth of Field 117
9.13 Infrared Photography 118
9.14 Custom Function 119
9.15 Types of Custom Functions 120
9.16 Custom Dial Modes C1, C2 or C3 124
9.17 Lenses and Multi Mount 125
9.18 Functions of the Phase One Lens 125
9.19 Function of the Phase One Lens Adaptor 125
9.20 List of Alternative Lenses 126
10.0 Maintenance 127
10.1 Changing the Focusing Screen 127
10.2 Battery Socket 128
10.3 Tripod/Electronic Shutter Release Contact 128
10.4 Camera Display Error-Notication 129
10.5 Lens Maintenance 130
10.6 Back Maintenance 130
10.7 IR Filter on the CCD 130
10.8 645DF+ Camera Body Specifications 131
10.9 Phase One 645DF+ Housing Specication 132
11.0 Software 133
11.1 To Import Images... 133
12.0 Main Accessories 134
13.0 End User Support Policy 138
13.1 Web Resources 139
14.0 Appendix: Open Platform 141
Double Exposure Protection 141
14.1 IQ2 Back and Phase One 645AF/DF/DF+ and Mamiya 645 AFD 142
14.2 Mounting IQ2 back on the Phase One 645 AF &
Mamiya 645 AFD Series 142
14.3 More Details: Phase One and Mamiya 645 Series Cameras 143
Power Management and Shutter Latency 143
Studio Flash Sync on the Camera Body 143
Image Orientation 143
Mirror Up 144
Viewnder Masking 144
15.0 IQ2 Back for Mamiya RZ67 145
15.1 Mounting IQ2 Back on the Mamiya RZ67 145
15.2 Viewnder Masking 146
15.3 More Details: Mamiya RZ67 147
Mode Selector 147
Shutter Latency Setting Mamiya RZ PRO II 147
Studio Flash Sync on the RZ lens 147
Mirror Up 147
Double Exposure 147
16.0 IQ2 Back for Hasselblad V Series 148
16.1 Mounting the IQ2 Back on a Hasselblad V Series 148
16.2 Mounting a Viewnder Mask on a Hasselblad V Series Camera 149
16.3 More Details: Hasselblad V Series 150
Sync Cable 150
Flash Lead Connection 150
Mirror Up and Shutter Latency Setting 150
Tethered Capture 150
16.4 Hasselblad 555 ELD 151
Shutter Latency Setting 151
Motor Cable on Hasselblad 555 ELD 151
16.5 Hasselblad 553 ELX 152
Cable Connections 152
Shutter Latency Setting 152
16.6 Hasselblad 501 CM and 503 CW without Winder 153
Shutter Latency Setting 153
16.7 Hasselblad 503 CW with Winder CW 153
16.8 Cables shipped with IQ2 back for Hasselblad V 154
17.0 IQ2 Back for Hasselblad H Series 155
17.1 Mounting the IQ Back on a Hasselblad H Series 155
17.2 Viewnder Masking 156
17.3 More Details: Hasselblad H Series 157
Camera Display 157
ISO Settings 157
Auto Exposure 157
Viewnder Information 158
Double Exposure Protection 158
Image Orientation 158
Flash Lead Connection 159
17.4 Cables Shipped with IQ back for Hasselblad H 159
18.0 IQ2 Back for Contax 645 160
18.1 Mounting the IQ Back on a Contax 645 160
18.2 Viewnder Masking 161
18.3 More Details: Contax 645 162
Exposure Modes 162
ISO Settings 162
Double Exposure Protection 162
TTL ash 163
Image Orientation 163
18.4 Flash Lead Connection 163
18.5 Cables Shipped with IQ back for the Contax 645 164
19.0 IQ2 Back for View Cameras 165
Phase One Sleeping Architecture 165
19.1 Using the 2-shot Release 166
19.2 Using the 1-shot Release 166
19.3 Phase One FlexAdaptor 167
19.4 Shutter Latency Settings for the FlexAdaptor and Other
Technical Camera Adaptors 167
20.0 List of Focusing Screens and Viewnder Masks 168
20.1 Full Frame Focusing Screens or with Engraved Masking 168
20.2 Viewnder Masks 168
21.0 Live View 169
21.1 Starting Live View 170
21.2 White Balance 171
21.3 Quality and Brightness 171
21.4 Zoom 172
21.5 Grid 172
21.6 Auto Stop and Start 172
21.7 Accessories 173
21.8 Live View Camera Support 174
View Cameras 174
Phase One 645AF/645DF/645DF+ 174
Hasselblad H1/ H2 174
Hasselblad V 175
Mamiya RZ67 Pro II/Pro IID 175
Contax 645 175
Notices 176
FCC Regulations 177
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1.0 Introduction
Thank you for choosing the Phase One 645DF+ camera and the IQ2
Series digital back solution.
The Phase One 645DF+ and IQ2 Series digital is the most powerful
digital camera solution whether you are working on location or tethered
in a studio.
The Phase One IQ280, IQ260, IQ260 Achromatic and IQ250 digital camera
backs feature maximum resolutions of 80, 60 and 50 high-quality megapixels
respectively. This series sets new standards for medium format camera
system handling and performance.
The Phase One IQ2 Series system gives you the absolute best solution when
it comes to image quality and workow. Capture One has been optimized for
shooting with Phase One IQ digital backs, and is available for both Mac OS X
and Windows operating systems.
Together with the IQ series backs this professional RAW converter and
image editing software will deliver the World’s highest image quality
with excellent color and detail. The software comprises all the tools
required to capture, organize, edit, share and print images for an
ecient workow.
The Phase One 645DF+ camera delivers incredible versatility with
support for what is arguably the widest array of focal plane and leaf
shutter lenses on the market. Phase One is committed not only to
provide the best digital solution for the professional photographer, but
also to ensure the photographer’s freedom of choice regarding lenses,
bodies, back, software and accessories. The entire system comes
ready to use in its own customized weatherproof camera case.
At Phase One we are always committed to providing you with the best
solution for the professional photographer. This Users Guide covers the
specic Phase One 645DF+ and IQ2 Series features and functionality.
We sincerely hope you will enjoy working with this innovative camera
platform and IQ2 Series digital back.
1.1 Warranty
Please read the enclosed warranty certicate. Should any problem
occur, please contact your local dealer (place of purchase) to facilitate
a repair. DO NOT try to repair the camera yourself. An unauthorized
attempt to repair the camera will terminate the warranty.
1.2 Installation and Activation of Software
An Internet connection is needed to install Capture One.
Install on Mac:
Capture One software includes an easy-to-use installer that will install all the
software necessary to run the application on Mac OS X 10.5.8 or later.
To install the software follow the procedure below:
1. Either load the Capture One DVD, or download the application from the
Phase One website: www.phaseone.com.
2. Open the Capture One disk image.
3. Read and accept the license agreement presented.
4. Drag the Capture One icon to the Applications folder.
5. Open Capture One from your Applications folder.
Install on Windows:
Capture One includes an easy-to-use installer that will install all the
software you need to run the application on a Windows based computer.
To install the software follow the procedure below:
1. Either load the Capture One DVD, or download the application from the
Phase One website: www.phaseone.com.
2. Run the executable software install le.
3. Read and accept the license agreement presented.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
N.B. Capture One will initiate installation of Microsoft® .NET Framework 3.0 if
you don’t already have it installed on your computer.
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1.3 Activation
An Internet connection is needed to activate and update
Capture One.
1. Open the license activation dialogue box via the menu Capture
One>License.
2. Enter your License code and personal details in the required elds. (You
should have received an email with your Capture One license code or it will
be in the original software packaging that you purchased).
3. Once you have entered the information press the ‘Activate’ button and
your software will be validated by Phase One’s activation server.
Your software is now activated and ready for use.
Troubleshooting
If you are experiencing problems activating the software, follow the instruc-
tions provided in the application, read the software manual enclosed or visit
our website for inspiration and troubleshooting:
http://www.phaseone.com/support
Deactivation of Capture One
An Internet connection is needed to deactivate Capture One.
1. Open the license dialogue box via the menu Capture One>License.
2. Press the Deactivate button.
3. Capture One will return to trial mode once it is deactivated. If the trial pe-
riod for the computer has expired, all current and pending processing will be
cancelled, and you will not be able to continue working with the application
until you reactivate it.
4. Conrm that you want to perform the deactivation. After doing so, you
can activate Capture One on another computer.
1.4 Screen Calibration
Having a properly calibrated monitor is a critical factor when viewing im-
ages. Ensure that digital viewing conditions are as accurate as possible. A
quality monitor and calibration tool should help guarantee that displayed
images on a screen are precisely rendered. Once a monitor has been cali-
brated, the color and brightness controls should be locked to prevent inad-
vertent changes.
Hardware-based monitor calibrators are now available at reasonable prices.
The process is simple, quick and enables images to be viewed with con-
dence. Many higher level monitors have internal calibrating software that
works with professional calibration devices for ultimate accuracy.
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2.0 The 645DF+ Camera and IQ2 Digital Back System
The Phase One Camera system is created to provide as much exibility and
openness as possible. For years Phase One has oered two dierent digital
back or camera kit options; the Classic and Value Added kit.
2.1 Unpacking the 645DF+ and IQ2 Digital Back System
The Classic kit is supplied in a protective foam-lled box, however the Value
Added kit is delivered in a hard-case created for the travelling photographer.
The dimensions of this waterproof and impact resistant roller case are com-
patible with most airlines carry-on luggage requirements.
Classic Kit:
• Phase One 645DF+ body
• IQ Digital Back
• Schneider Kreuznach 80mm LS f2.8 Lens
• Capture One software
• 1 Year warranty
Accessories
• Digital back battery
• Dual DB battery charger
• Phase One 645DF+ rechargeable Li-Ion battery
• Phase One 645DF+ rechargeable Li-Ion battery charger
• 4.5m FireWire 800 cable
• 3m USB3.0 cable
• Body and lens caps
• Camera neck strap
• Sensor cleaning kit
• Lens cloth
2.2 Value Added Kit:
The waterproof roller case will hold:
• Phase One 645DF+ body
• IQ2 Digital Back
• Schneider Kreuznach 80mm LS f2.8 Lens
• Capture One Pro software
• 5 year Value Added warranty on IQ digital backs
Accessories
• Waterproof roller hard case with room for 17” laptop
• Multimount adapter for HB V-lenses
• 2 lens wrappings
• 2 digital back batteries
• Dual DB battery charger
• 2 Phase One 645DF+ rechargeable Li-Ion batteries
• Phase One 645DF+ rechargeable Li-Ion battery charger
• DB Multi connector cable
• LCC calibration kit and 10x10cm plate
• CF card
• CF card reader
• 4.5m FireWire 800 cable
• 3m USB3.0 cable
• Grey card
• Sensor cleaning kit and lens cloth
• Body and lens caps
• Camera neck strap
The interior of the roller supplied with the Value Added kit can be
customized and congured into a bespoke system case. An extra set of
dividers are provided inside the lid of the case, which can be used to divide
the compartments into smaller or dierent sections to make an ideal storage
solution for a camera and lenses.
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Classic Kit Value Added Kit
IQ2 Series digital back IQ2 Series digital back
Waterproof roller case (with room for
laptop up 17-inch)
Two lens wraps
1 year warranty on IQ digital back,
body and lens
5 year warranty on IQ digital backs
Dual Battery Charger Dual Battery Charger
1 Battery 2 Batteries
Focusing screen or Viewnder Masks
depending on camera model
Focusing screen or Viewnder Masks
depending on camera model
4.5m FireWire 800 cable 4.5m FireWire 800 cable
3m USB3.0 cable 3m USB3.0 cable
Multi-connector>minijack adapter cable
Multi-connector sync cable
CF card
CF card reader
Capture One DB software Capture One PRO software
Sensor cleaning kit Sensor cleaning kit
Lens cloth Lens cloth
LCC Calibration kit
Grey card
Lens cast calibration plate
Extra 645DF+ camera battery cassette for
AA batteries
645DF+ camera body 645DF+ camera body
Schneider 80mm LS f2.8 lens Schneider 80mm LS f2.8 lens
Hasselblad V-mount lens adapter
1 year or 100,000 shutter releases on
Schneider Kreuznach lenses
3 year warranty on Phase One AF/MF
lenses
Free digital back loan unit during repair
2.3 Classic vs. Value Added Kit
All the elements of the Value Added kit are available to buy as separate spare
parts. Please consult your local dealer about the dierent Phase One or third
party solutions if extra equipment is needed.
Securing the operational time of a camera and digital back solution is a
critical concern for professional photographers. To be as safe as possible,
consult your dealer to get information on the best solution. Most uptime
solutions provided by Phase One can be purchased after acquiring the back
or camera.
The 645DF+ camera and SK LS lenses have a warranty of 1 year or 100,000
shutter actuations, whichever comes rst. Phase One AF/MF lenses have
a warranty of 1 year if purchased as part of the Classic kit or 3 years with
the Value Added kit option. Please refer to the Warranty Brochure, which is
shipped with the Camera System.
2.4 Charging the Batteries for the IQ2 Digital Back
Charge the batteries as soon as the camera system has been unpacked.
The Value Added roller case is delivered with two 7.2 volt Lithium-Ion
batteries and a duo-charger.
Although only one battery can be used in the IQ back at a time, it is
recommended to charge both batteries fully before you start.
Always keep a battery in the IQ back even when shooting tethered to
a computer via a FireWire or USB connection. (Go to page 84 for more
details about charging the battery while tethered to a computer).
The battery charger can adapt to voltages within a range of 110 to 250
volts.
It comes with an international set of power adaptors (located in the
suitcase utility compartment). Please select the appropriate one that
ts your outlet and slide it in from the top to mount it in place securely.
Connect the unit to the outlet and charge the batteries (approximately
2.5 to 3 hours).
After the rst initial charge, the batteries can be charged one at a time.
Purchasing Extra Batteries
The Phase One IQ back comes with two batteries. Phase One
recommends the Canon BP 915 (with more than 2500 mAh) if you need
to purchase extra batteries.
Some third party batteries may not t into the digital back’s battery
compartment due to dierences in the tolerances. Do not try to force
a battery into the compartment. When pressing the battery release
button it should slide in without being hindered.
Warning!
• Only use the Charger to charge the specied batteries
• Do not allow charger to get wet or get exposed to moisture
• Keep the Charger out of reach of children
• Once charging is completed, unplug the charger from power source
• Only use the original mains adaptor 12V DC or car lead
• Never apply excessive force when connecting or disconnecting a battery or contact plate.
• Keep all contacts clean.
• Do not force down any of the contacts.
• Do not short-circuit the contacts.
• Never store the battery connected to the charger for an extensive period of time.
• Do not expose to excessive heat or naked ame.
• Do not dismantle or carry out any alteration to the product
• Do not attempt to eat or swallow the battery
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2.5 Camera Batteries
Set the shutter release mode selector lever to L (to turn the power o).
Use six AA alkaline or rechargeable batteries. NiCd or NiMH batteries should
only be used in the camera body if CF04 is set on rechargeable.
1. Lift the battery case lock lever, turn it counter clockwise and pull out
the battery holder.
2. Insert fresh AA batteries with the + and - ends as shown in the
illustration.
3. Return the battery holder to its case and lock it by turning the lever clock-
wise. Make sure it is rmly attached.
N.B. Ensure that the batteries are placed with proper polarity.
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
The Phase One Rechargeable Li-Ion battery Kit for 645DF+ is included
with the Phase One 645DF+ camera body as standard. (Part #70513)
Please go to page 112 for more information about setting battery type
in custom function 4.
The Value Added kit includes 2 batteries + 1 charger. The Classic kit includes
1 battery + 1 charger.
N.B. The rechargeable Li-Ion battery can be used instead of AA batteries with
the Phase One 645DF. The uptime of one fully charged Li-ion battery is up
to 3 times longer than using standard Alkaline batteries.
Checking the Battery Power
Set the Drive dial lever to S (to turn the power on).
Check the battery condition in the lower left corner of the top LCD screen.
Always use six new batteries of the same type when replacing batteries. Do
not mix dierent types of batteries or use old batteries with new ones. The
camera will not function without a power source.
Never throw out batteries. When a battery does not work, please dispose of
it at an appropriate recycling center.
2.6 Sleep Mode
The camera’s power is switched on when the shutter release mode selector
is set to S, C or M.UP. In order to prevent the camera’s batteries from
discharging, sleep mode is automatically entered if no operations are
performed for a specic period of time while the power is ON (with exposure
metering status maintained).
In sleep mode, operating the shutter button or a function setting button
restores power ON status.
In sleep mode, the external LCD screens are not active, only the marks
shown in the gure are displayed. (These marks appear in program AE
mode.)
1. Battery life of the originally supplied batteries is dependent on
storage conditions.
2. Blots and ngerprints on battery terminals may cause loose
connection and corrosion. Wipe them o before loading the batteries.
3. It is advised to carry spare batteries in remote or foreign locations.
4. Battery performance decreases in low temperatures. Keep them
warm when in cold climates or locations. External battery case PE401
is available as an optional accessory.
5. Store the batteries in a cool and dry place, away from direct sunlight.
6. Remove the batteries from the camera body when they will not be
used for a long time.
7. Replace the batteries with new ones as soon as they are exhausted.
Liquid leakage from the battery may damage the camera.
8. Read the warnings on the batteries for their handling.
NOTE:
For the purpose of the descriptions and
explanations provided in these instructions, it
is assumed that the camera’s power is on.
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S
L
M.UP
The batteries are suciently charged. There is little power remaining. Have new
batteries on hand. Camera will still operate.
There is very little power remaining. Camera
will not operate. Set the shutter release mode
selector lever to “L” (to turn the power o) and
replace the batteries with new ones.
When the batteries are emptied for power,
“batt” ashes on the main LCD and the
viewnder’s LCD when the shutter release
button is pressed.
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2.7 Attach and Remove a Lens
1. Remove the front body cap in the same way that you would remove a
lens; push the lens release button [A] backward and then turn the front
body cap or the lens itself counter clockwise and lift out.
2. Align the white alignment dot of the lens [B] (on the shiny ange) with
the camera’s white dot [C]. Mount the lens and rotate it clockwise until
it clicks into place.
3. To remove the front lens cap, squeeze the shiny sections together
and lift out. (See image far left). To remove rear lens cap turn it
counterclockwise.
Remove a Lens
While sliding the lens release button[A] back, rotate the lens counter
clockwise until it stops, and lift it o. After removing the lens from the
camera body, protect both ends by attaching the caps.
N.B. Oil, dust, ngerprints or water on the electronic contacts could
result in malfunction or corrosion. Wipe such impurities o with a clean
piece of cloth. Do not tap the distance ring or other rotating parts when
attaching the lens. When installing a lens, do not press the lens release
button.
Attach a Leaf Shutter Lens
Leaf shutter lenses are equipped with an internal shutter. Leaf shutter lenses
are capable of high shutter speeds up to 1/1600 on IQ Series backs with ash
synchronization, which is particularly useful for ll-in ash photography in
bright ambient shooting conditions.
When a leaf shutter lens is attached and the leafshutter is used and the
letters LS will appear in the main LCD screen.
2.8 Adjusting the Strap
Put the neck strap through the mounts and secure it to the buckle as
illustrated. After attaching the strap, pull it and ensure it does not loosen
at the buckle.
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2.9 Attaching the IQ2 Back
The IQ back is fully integrated with the camera body and functions as a
part of the whole camera system.
Ensure that the Phase One 645DF+ camera mirror is up and the shutter
is open when no digital back is attached.
When attaching the IQ back to the camera body the shutter will close and
the mirror comes back down.
First remove the cover on the IQ back and 645DF+ camera. Next, slide forward
the lever [1] and push in button [2], and ensure that the bottom part of the
IQ back is placed correctly in the lower locking mechanism on the back of
the camera body before the upper locking mechanism is pressed together.
Failure to do this can cause an error with the camera body where the shutter will
continuously open and close. If this occurs, remove the IQ back. Make sure the
camera body is powered and press button [2] while mounting the digital back.
Please be aware that the shutter should be in the correct starting
position (shutter open). If this is not the case, attach and remove the
IQ back again to make sure that the camera body gets in the correct
starting position.
Remove the IQ back by sliding forward the lever [1], pushing in button
[2], and by gently pulling away the top of the back rst. Be careful with
the contacts and protective glass on the back. Your IQ back should
always be protected by its plate when it is not attached to the camera.
2.10 Names of Parts and Functions (Nomenclature)
Rubber Eye Piece
Digital Back
Auto Exposure Lock Button
AEL Exposure Metering button
Self Timer Button
Interval Button
Main LCD Backlight Button
Exposure Metering Mode Button
Focus Point Selector Button
Set Button
Flash Auto Adjustment
Select Button
Exposure Compensation Button
Auto Bracketing Button
Eyepiece Shutter Lever
Main LCD
Rear Dial
Strap Lug
Front Dial
Shutter Release Button
Drive Dial Depth of Field Preview Button
Lens Mount Alignment Mark
Electronic Contacts
Mirror*
*Do not touch the mirror
Exposure Mode Dial
Hot Shoe
Diopter Adjustment Lens (Standard Accessory)
External Power Socket
Battery Case Lock Lever
Battery Case
Tripod Socket
Auto Focus Assist Light
Self Timer Lamp
Auto Focus -
Lock Button
Focus Mode Selector Lever
Lens Release Button
Diopter Adjustment Dial
Strap Lug
Synchro Terminal
Electronic Shutter Release Contact
AEL Exposure
Metering button
NOTE:
When transporting the system, it is
important to make sure that the mirror is
locked up in the shipping position.
To ship the system, rst detach the digital
back, and then remove the battery from
the camera body. Now replace the digital
back.
The mirror will stay locked-up in the
shipping position, until the battery is re-
attached.
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2.11 The Displays
The display on the camera body will provide you with a lot of valuable
information. This includes many features and settings including, but not
limited to shutter speed, aperture value, exposure program, exposure
compensations and metering modes.
Viewnder Display
The most relevant information regarding the exposure and camera
settings can be seen on the bottom display in the viewnder along
with the autofocus mark that indicates correct focus.
2.12 Displays, Abbreviations and Electronic Dial Operation
During actual use, only the relevant icons and indicators are displayed.
During actual use, only the relevant icons and indicators are displayed.
The touch screen on the of the IQ digital back is a multifunctional
display, where the menus change depending on the status and choices
you make.
In addition to providing menu navigation, the display on the back can
work as a preview screen.
Auto focus area frame
Exposure mode
Position
P
Av
Tv
M
X
Shutter speed adjustment Aperture adjustment
Aperture adjustment
Shutter speed adjustment 1/125 to 1/60.
Front dial Rear dial
Flash metering compensation
(when using Metz flash and SCA3952 adaptor)
displayed
displayed
Auto-bracketing
button
Flash auto
adjustment select
button
The multi-turn auto bracketing
repeat setting
Turn the auto bracket ON/OFF
Due to the limitations of the space and letters, words and letters on the
LCD are abbreviated.
Display examples of the main LCD
Liquid Crystal Display
Display examples in the custom function mode
Main LCD
Viewnder LCD
Back Display
Electronic Dial Operation
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2.13 The Buttons on the Back
The IQ is equipped with four external buttons. The buttons will change
function to match the menu shown on the sceen. Find out more on the IQ
menus from page 78.
2.14 LED Lights
IQ Series digital backs feature two main LEDs located below the bottom
left corner of the screen.
Green: When capturing an image the green LED will blink rapidly to
indicate that the IQ back is busy.
A continuous green light indicates that the backlight of the display is
dimmed but the camera is still ready to shoot. (The Display O Time
can be set in the IQ back’s Menu mode in the Power Management
options).
Red: A red LED indicates that the IQ back is writing to the storage media, and
therefore the buer has not been emptied.
There is an additional red LED indicator located next to the CF card slot
(under the cover). It is assigned to indicate CF card activity only. Do not
remove a CF card from the card slot when this red LED is on. Removing
a CF card whilst the red LED is on can damage the formatting of the
card, and images or data might be lost or corrupted.
The IQ Series Home screen
2.15 Setting Date And Time
Date and time parameters are set and controlled via the IQ back’s Menu
system.
If the IQ back has been without power for a long period of time, it will
automatically ask you to set the time and date on the next occasion it is
powered up.
Tap the screen and scroll through the numbers to attain the appropriate
date and time. Tap the check mark, which will appear in the bottom
right hand corner of the screen to conrm your entry.
The time and date is applied to the EXIF data in all les captured with
the IQ back.
Diopter not matching
2.16 Setting Diopter
Look through the viewnder and make sure that the focus frame
(Rectangle with Circle) is in sharp focus. If it is not, turn the diopter
adjustment dial in the “–” direction if you are nearsighted or in the “+”
direction if you are farsighted. If this is not sucient you may require an
optional diopter correction lens. Check the table for possible diopters.
Point the camera at a bright, plain object such as a white wall when
making this adjustment.
Menu
Play ISO
WB
Diopter matching
Diopter correction lens Range of Adjustment
DE401 (standard) -2,5 to +2,5
DE402 (fnearsighted users) -5,0 to -2,0
DE403 (farsighted users) 0 to +3,0
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Replacing the Diopter Correction Lens
1.Press the Eyepiece Lock, which is located in a gap between the Eyepiece
and the Diopter Correction lens. (Turn the camera upside down to gain easy
access to it). Now remove the rubber Eyepiece by sliding it upwards
2. Remove the lens supplied with the nder by pulling it downward.
3. Remove the existing diopter by sliding downwards using the ngernail
groove and detach. Insert a new diopter by aligning it to the base of the
diopter holder and sliding it upwards into place. Finish by reattaching
the rubber eyecup.
NOTE:
If there is dirt or dust on the lens surface,
remove it with a blower or sweep it o
gently with a lens brush.
If there are ngerprints or dirt on the lens
surface, wipe them o with a piece of
clean, soft gauze.
Using solvents could discolor the
correction lens frame.
2.17 Eyepiece Shutter
Close the eyepiece shutter when there is a strong light source behind
the camera or when pressing the shutter release button without looking
through the viewnder. (This prevents exposure error due to light
entering from the viewnder.)
Turn the eyepiece shutter lever in the direction of the arrow.
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3.0 Basic Functions
ISO and White Balance
The IQ back’s Home Screen enables quick access to the ISO and WB
settings by either pressing the adjacent buttons or by tapping the screen
directly. Scroll up and down, then select the setting by tapping the
screen next to the desired rating so that a green check mark appears.
White Balance and ISO settings can also be controlled from Capture
One if you are working tethered.
3.1 Setting ISO
The default ISO setting is 50 for all IQ Series models. Remember that
the higher the ISO setting, the higher the degree of image noise. The
camera system together with Capture One software deliver a powerful
noise reduction performance although it is possible to still see some
noise at the higher sensitivity settings.
Push the upper right button or tap ISO on the screen on the IQ back’s
Home Screen. You will be presented with the back’s ISO spectrum.
Scroll up and down and tap the screen to select the desired setting. A
green check mark will appear next to your chosen setting.
Find out more on ISO operation on page 61.
3.2 Setting White Balance
The default ISO setting is Auto that will calculate a White Balance
based on the information in the image. Auto WB is appropriate for most
applications.
Push the lower right button or tap WB on the Home Screen. You will be
presented with the back’s White Balance settings. Scroll up and down
and tap the screen to select the desired setting. A green check mark
will appear next to your chosen setting and you will automatically return
to the Home Screen.
Find out more on White Balance operation on page 62.
3.3 Getting started: Setting the Shutter Release, Focus, Exposure
and Metering modes
1. Set the Shutter Release mode selector lever to S (single-frame
advance mode).
There are two shutter release (drive) modes: S (single frame advance
mode) and C (continuous advance mode). When set to L the power is
turned o.
2. Set the Focus mode selector lever to S (Single focus mode).
There are three Focus modes: S (single focus mode), C (Continuous
focus mode) and M (Manual focus mode). See page 33 for more
information.
3. Set the exposure mode dial to P (Program auto exposure).
There are four exposure modes:
P (Program Auto Exposure)
Av (Aperture Priority AE)
Tv (Shutter Priority AE)
M (Manual)
N.B. Av stands for Aperture Value but is referred to as Aperture Priority AE. Tv
stands for Time Value but is referred to as Shutter Priority AE.
C
S
L
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Focus Mode Focusing
S Single focus
mode
Half-press the shutter release button to focus. When the focus mark
lights, the focus is xed and the shutter can be released.
C Continuous focus
mode
The camera keeps focusing continuously while the shutter release
button is half-pressed. The shutter can be released regardless of
whether or not the focus mark is lit.
M Manual focus
mode
Focus manually.
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P: Program AE - The aperture and shutter speed are determined
automatically for the optimum exposure, according to the ambient light
conditions. This auto mode is best suited for general photography or
for novice photographers, as it leaves the user free to concentrate on
framing and capturing the subject.
Av: Aperture priority AE - Set the desired aperture and the camera
selects the correct shutter speed. Use this mode to control depth of eld.
Tv: Shutter priority AE - Set the desired shutter speed and the camera
selects the correct aperture. Use this mode to stop motion.
M: Manual mode - Set this mode when you want to use special
combinations of the aperture and shutter speed.
4. Exposure metering mode is automatically set to average/spot
exposure metering before exposure metering is performed.
There are three exposure metering modes: In the A mode the average
brightness in the entire frame is measured with emphasis on the center
of the frame. The brightness at a specic spot in the center of the
frame is metered in the S mode. The A-S mode automatically switches
between these two modes depending on the contrasts in the picture.
NOTE:
When a polarizing lter is used, ensure that
a circular polarizing lter (C-PL) is used. The
correct exposure cannot be obtained with a
normal (linear) polarizing lter (PL).
3.4 Measuring Light – Exposure Metering
1. Press button [A] to adjust the exposure metering mode. There are
three dierent exposure metering mode options that are displayed
sequentially when either the front or rear dial is turned. Select an
appropriate exposure mode. Your chosen exposure metering mode is
displayed as an icon on the camera’s LCD screen.
2. Press the SET button [B] or exposure metering mode button [A] to
enter the setting.
Exposure Warnings
Users are warned when shooting subjects that are too bright or too
dark with an inappropriate exposure setting. At such times, when the
correct exposure cannot be obtained, users will be alerted by the
numeric exposure display that will ash on the external LCD or on the
display inside the viewnder.
Warnings that the exposure is outside the metering range
• Program AE (P)
The shutter speed and f-number blink.
• Aperture priority AE (Av)
The shutter speed blinks.
• Shutter priority AE (Tv)
The f-number blinks.
• Manual mode (M)
The exposure metering value dierence is displayed.
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Tv
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Average/spot auto
exposure metering
Exposure metering is performed after automatically selecting
average/spot exposure metering.• Depending on the subject
conditions, center-weighted average/spot exposure metering is
selected automatically, and the correct exposure is measured.
• Spot exposure metering is automatically selected when the
brightness of the spot exposure metering range becomes darker
than the brightness of the entire screen.
• If there is very little dierence between the spot exposure metering
value and center-weighted average exposure metering value, the
correct exposure level is obtained as the intermediate value.
Center-weighted
average/spot exposure
metering
The average brightness of the entire screen is measured,
emphasizing the center of the screen.
Center spot exposure
metering
The brightness of an area equivalent to 7.6% at screen center is
measured, and the exposure is determined. The circle at screen
center serves as a general guideline. This mode is suited to
measuring subjects with strong contrasts or measuring only screen
portions.
Viewer display
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3.5 Autofocus Modes
To use the Auto Focus function, both the camera body and the lens have to
be set to their respective Auto Focus modes. Auto Focus does not function
when either the camera body or the lens are set to manual focus.
To activate Auto Focus (AF), rst select AF on the focusing selector ring on
the lens. Next, adjust the Focus Mode Selector Lever to either S (single) or C
(continuous) Auto focusing on the camera. The Focus selection ring on the
lens can help you to rapidly switch between AF and M, without having to
change your grip of the camera.
The shutter release button has a two-step action. When pressed lightly
it stops at a certain point. In this manual, this position is called the “half-
press” position. When you “half-press” this button, the camera functions
are activated. When the shutter button is pressed further down, the
shutter is released. This position is called the “full-press” position.
1. Aim the camera so that the subject is within the focus frame.
2. Half-press the shutter release button, and focus will be adjusted
automatically in AF mode. As default, you can now re-compose your
image without losing the original focus setting, by moving the camera
and keeping the shutter release button half-pressed. When the focus
mark lights up, the subject is in focus.
3. When the focus mark lights up, press the shutter release button further
down to release the shutter. (The focus mark is an illuminated dot (indicated
as this • symbol) at the bottom of the viewfinder display. See the focus the
illustration circled in blue).
Out of Focus Marks
When the picture is not focused the shutter cannot be released when in
single focus mode. Either press the shutter release button again to adjust the
focus or move the camera to change the position of the focus frame. Lenses
without the focus mode selector ring will automatically be set to AF if the
camera is set to Auto Focus. Do not touch the focus ring as you may cause
internal damage to the camera Auto Focus motor.
Single Autofocus Mode (S)
This mode uses the focus-priority mechanism. The shutter can be released
when the focus mark • in the viewnder is illuminated. This mode is suited
for still subjects. Focus is locked when the focus mark • is illuminated in the
viewnder’s LCD.
The shutter cannot be released if the subject is not in focus (if the focus mark
• does not illuminate). To take another photo with a dierent composition,
take your nger o the shutter release button then re-press the shutter
release button again.
Continuous Autofocus Mode (C)
In this mode shutter release has priority to focusing. The shutter can be
released regardless of whether the focus mark • in the viewnder’s display is
illuminated. Focus is adjusted continuously while the shutter release button
is half-pressed. This mode is suited for moving subjects. Focus is not locked
even if the focus mark is lit. The shutter can be released even if the focus
mark is not lit.
Lenses with the Focus Mode Selector
The focus modes can be switched between automatic and manual with the
selector on the lens when the focus mode selector lever on the camera body
is set to S or C.
3.6 Using Focus Lock and Infrared Focusing
Use the focus lock when the your intended focus point is not within the focus
frame. In such cases where a subject is not located in the center of a frame,
use the focus lock function to lock the focus before releasing the shutter.
1. Set the focus mode selector lever to S or C.
Put the subject in the focus frame and half press the shutter release button.
Normal Half-press Release position
Full-press
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When Auto Focus Cannot Find Focus
The auto focus function requires contrast in the subject. Auto focusing may fail
to achieve focus with certain subjects described below. In such cases, either
switch to the manual focus mode (and focus manually) or focus on a more
contrast appropriate object at the same distance as the object you want to
photograph, lock the focus using the focus lock button on the front of the
camera body, then take a picture.
• Low-contrast subject (blue skies, white walls and other objects)
• Two or more objects overlapping at dierent distances within the focus
frame (animals in cages, etc.)
• Subjects with continuous repeated patterns (building exteriors, blinds, etc.)
• Extremely backlit reective subjects (car bodies, water surfaces, etc.)
• Or when the subject is far smaller than the focus frame
Lenses with the Focus Mode Selector Continued
2. Lock the Focus.
When the focus mark • in the viewnder LCD is lit, press the AF lock button
on the front of the camera to lock the focus.
3. Adjust the Composition.
With the shutter release button half-pressed, slide the camera to achieve the
desired composition, and release the shutter.
When the focus mode is set at S (single focus mode) and the focus mark • is lit,
hold the shutter release button halfway down to lock the focus.
AF Assist Infrared Light
Autofocus can fail when a subject is dark or very low-key. On these occasions,
a red lamp may be activated on the front of the camera when the shutter
release button is half-pressed to assist the camera’s auto focus function.
The AF assist infrared light is emitted only when the focus mode is set to S
(single focus mode).
NOTE:
Eective range of the AF assist infrared
light is limited. It does not reach distant
subjects. - Range: 9m/29.5 ft. (using 80
mm f/2.8 lens)
Use of a lens hood or a bellows lens
hood (sold as an optional accessory)
may interfere with the assist light. It
is advisable to set the focus before
mounting the hood.
The AF assist infrared light can be
disabled.
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3.7 Manual focus
1. All lenses: Turn the focus mode selector lever to M (manual focus mode).
2. Manual Focus operation for telephoto and zoom lenses: All newer Phase
One, Mamiya and Schneider Kreuznach lenses can be switched from Auto
Focus to Manual Focus by using the AF ring or slider tted on the lens.
For lenses with an AF slider, slide the focusing ring on the lens backward until
it clicks. When this is done, the Auto Focus inscription on the lens barrel is
covered and the lens can then be focused manually. For lenses with an AF ring,
simply rotate the AF ring to the MF position to select manual focus.
Adjust the Focus
Turn the lens focusing ring until the subject is in focus. When correct focus has
been achieved, the focus mark in the viewnder will light up.
Manual Focusing using the Focus Mark (Focus conrmation method)
Half-press the shutter release button and turn the lens focusing ring to focus
on the subject. The focus mark is illuminated in the viewnder’s LCD to signal
that a picture is in focus.
If is lit in the viewnder’s LCD, the camera is focused on a point behind
the object.
If is lit, the camera is focused on a point in front of the object.
- Use the focus mark when taking photos in manual focus mode or
when using the M645 manual lens.
- If you adjust focus using the focus mark with an M645 lens, make sure
to open the aperture. You can use this function with the lens set to f/5.6
or higher.
In focus
Turn focus ring clockwise
Turn focus ring counter clockwise
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Tv
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A3.8 Drive Dial
Single-Frame Mode
One photograph is taken each time the shutter release button is pressed.
Set the shutter release mode selector to S.
Continuous Mode
Photographs are exposed as long as the shutter release button is
pressed.
Set the shutter release mode selector lever to C. Photographs are taken
continuously at a rate depending on the buer speed of the digital back
mounted on the camera.
Mirror Up Mode
When the shutter button is pressed, the mirror moves up, and when the
shutter button is pressed again, the shutter is tripped and a picture is
taken.
Self-Timer Mode
In this mode, the shutter will be released 10 seconds after the shutter
release button is pressed.
Activate the self-timer by pressing the button. Next, rotate the front dial
so that On is displayed in the camera’s LCD and press the shutter release.
When the shutter release is pressed, the self timer lamp will blink continuously
for 7 seconds, followed by 3 seconds of rapid blinking until the camera
releases the shutter.
C
S
L
M.UP
C
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M.UP
C
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M.UP
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3.9 Exposure Modes
(P) Program AE
The aperture and shutter speed are determined automatically for
the optimum exposure, according to the ambient light conditions.
This auto mode is best suited for general photography or for novice
photographers, as it leaves the user free to concentrate on framing and
capturing the subject.
Alter the shutter speed and aperture by turning the front and rear dials
while the “P” (Program AE) mode is selected.
Program Shift (PH/PL)
The shutter speed and aperture can be altered by turning the front and
rear dials while the P (Program AE) mode is selected. In order to avoid
blurred images (due to camera shake while releasing the shutter), or
to open the aperture, change to PH (high speed). For slower shutter
speeds and wider depth of eld, change to PL (low speed). This function
allows these changes to be made quickly.
NOTE:
If a correct exposure cannot be obtained,
the shutter speed and aperture value blink.
In such cases, the pictures can be taken but
they may out too bright or too dark.
If the shutter speed and aperture values
blink on the main LCD and in the viewnder
display when the program line is shifted, the
proper exposure cannot be achieved.
Please select a dierent Program mode.
When the Program line is shifted, the
aperture value changes along with the
shutter speed to maintain the proper
exposure.
Aperture values and shutter speeds can be
set in either 1/3 or 1/2-stop increments (C-
01, see page 120)
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2 1 1/2 1/4 1/8 1/15 1 /60 1/250 1/1000 1/4000
1/30 1/125 1/500 1/ 2000
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Shutter speed
(ISO100/AF80mm F2.8 D)
F
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Phase One 645
program shift chart
Normal
Program shift area
NOTE:
The shutter speed value will blink when the
subject is too dark or too bright for a correct
exposure. To obtain the correct aperture, adjust
the aperture value until the shutter speed value
stops blinking and remains lit.
When the exposure compensation is set with
the rear dial, the aperture can be selected with
the front dial only.
Aperture values can be set in either 1/3 or 1/2-
stop increments (C-01, see page 120).
Rotation direction of the dials to change the
values can be customised (C-08, see page 120).
The selected aperture value can be locked.
NOTE:
The aperture value will blink when the subject is
too dark or too bright for a correct exposure. To
obtain the correct aperture, adjust the shutter
speed value until the aperture value stops
blinking and remains lit.
When the exposure compensation is set with
the rear dial , the shutter speed can be selected
with the front dial only.
Shutter speeds can be set in either 1/3 or 1/2-
stop increments (C-01, see page 120).
Rotation direction of the dials to change the
values can be customised (C-08, see page 120).
The selected shutter speed can be locked.
Aperture Priority AE (Av)
Set the desired aperture, and the camera selects the optimum shutter
speed accordingly. Use the Av mode to maintain specic control over
depth of eld,
1. Turn the exposure mode setting dial to “Av” (aperture-priority AE) position.
2. Turn the front or rear dial to set the desired aperture.
- Swap from a leaf shutter lens to focal plane shutter if a shutter speed above
1/1600 second is needed.
Shutter Priority AE (Tv)
Set the desired shutter speed and the camera selects the optimum
aperture accordingly. A fast shutter speed can be used to freeze motion
and slow shutter speed can be used to create motion blur.
1. Turn the exposure mode setting dial to “Tv” (shutter-priority AE) position.
2. Turn the front or rear dial to set the desired shutter speed.
- Swap from a leaf shutter lens to focal plane shutter if a shutter speed above
1/1600 second is needed.
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NOTE:
When the exposure is compensated in the
Manual mode, the dierence between the
metered value and the compensated value
will be displayed on the viewnder LCD. In
the B (Bulb) mode, the dierence with the
metered value is not displayed.
Increment of the aperture and shutter speed
value can be set at either 1/3 or 1/2-stop.
The assignments of the front and rear dials
can be swapped.
Rotation direction of the dials to change the
values can be altered.
The selected aperture and shutter speed can
be locked.
NOTE:
When the set value matches with the
metered value, the dierence indicator will
show “0.0”.
Manual Mode (M)
This mode is used to set both the aperture and shutter speed for total
exposure control. Varying shutter speeds can be selected, including
“bulb”, “tIME” and manually from 60 mins to 1/4000 sec. Aperture
values can be set from maximum to minimum aperture.
1. Turn the exposure mode setting dial to “M” (Manual) position.
2. Turn the rear dial to set the desired aperture.
3. Turn the front dial to set the desired shutter speed.
4. When the shutter release button is half pressed, the dierence
between the present settings and the metered value is displayed in the
viewnder’s LCD panel. The value is displayed in 1/3 stop increments
within a range of ±6 EV.
When the dierence between the set value and the metered value is
greater than ±6EV and the set value is lower than the metered value,
the indicator in the viewnder LCD shows “– u –.” Contrarily when the
set value is higher than the metered value, the indicator shows “– o –.”
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One-push Shift Function
When the dierence between the set value and metered value is displayed on
the viewnder LCD in the Manual “M” mode, press the AEL button for approx. 1
second and the camera will automatically adjust the shutter speed to achieve
the correct exposure based on the set aperture value.
While the dierence[B] between the set value[A] and the metered value is
displayed on the viewnder LCD, press the AEL button[C] for approximately
one second. The camera changes the shutter speed to an appropriate level.
Auto Mode Mechanism
A leaf shutter’s working range is from 1/1600 sec. to 1 second. To achieve
other speeds (1/4000-1/800 sec., 1-60sec.., bulb) use the focal plane shutter.
Synchro Mode (X)
Select this mode when a ash is used. Choose “X” and the shutter speed will
be xed at 1/125 second for synchronization.
NOTE:
The aperture level can be selected for the
parameter to shift.
NOTE:
Photography using the leaf shutter or focal
plane shutter can be selected in custom
settings
NOTE:
The selected aperture value can be locked.
When 1/800 sec. shutter speed can not be
achieved even though the leaf shutter lens is
attached, try another exposure mode.
A B
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Exposure Mode Lens Mode Shutter speed X-Sync
1/4000-1/1600 1/1600-1S 1S - 30S+ 1/4000 - 1/1600 1/1600 - 1S 1s - 30S+
Program Leaf Shutter — LS — — LS —
Focal Shutter FS FS FS — 1/90 - 1S —
Tv Leaf Shutter — LS — — LS —
Focal Shutter FS FS FS — 1/90 - 1S FS
Av Leaf Shutter — LS — — LS —
Focal Shutter FS FS FS — 1/90 - 1S —
Manual Leaf Shutter — LS — — LS —
Focal Shutter FS FS FS — 1/90 - 1S FS
Auto FS LS FS — LS FS
X(*) Leaf Shutter — 1/125,90,60 — — 1/125,90,60 FS
Focal Shutter — 1/125,90,60 — — 1/125,90,60 —
3.10 Flash Photography
The Phase One 645DF+ is equipped with a horizontal focal-plane metal
shutter and it is also compatible with leaf shutter lenses.
The focal-plane shutter provides higher shutter speeds than that of leaf
(central) shutter lenses. Focal-plane shutters allow you to shoot fast
enough to freeze moving subject matter. Leaf shutter lenses will allow
faster shutter synchronization to ash, making it ideal to freeze subject
movement when using strobe lighting.
The focal-plane shutter method allows for shutter speeds of up to
1/4000 sec. When shooting at higher speeds e.g. 1/500 sec. the two
shutter blades are moving in parallel creating a small slit allowing a small
fraction of light to reach the sensor area of the digital back. When using
this type of shutter it is not possible to achieve ash synchronization
greater than 1/125 sec.
A leaf shutter will make it possible to achieve faster shutter and ash
sync speeds. An IQ Series back can achieve a maximum shutter speed
of 1/1600 second. Do not use leaf shutter speeds above 1/1600 sec.
1. A grip type ashgun or a strobe (with electric contacts other than X
contact) can be operated with the Phase One 645DF+ by connecting a
sync cord into the camera’s sync terminal. (See the note in the bottom
left corner of the page about ash units designed exclusively for other
camera makes.)
2. Turn the exposure mode setting dial to “X” (1/125 sec.) or M (manual).
When M (manual) is selected, turn the front dial and set the shutter
speed to 1/125 sec. or slower.
3. Turn the rear dial to set the aperture, and then press the shutter
button to take a picture.
In addition to its standard ash sync system, the Phase One 645DF+
features TTL (through the lens), o the lm (OTF) and electronic ash
exposure metering.
NOTE:
This camera’s synchro contact is an X contact.
Using ashes designed exclusively for other
camera manufacturers in the hot shoe may
damage the camera’s internal mechanisms.
In this situation, use an o-camera ash
bracket and connect a sync cord to the
camera’s synchro terminal.
When using ashes with a ash duration of
1/500 sec. or longer, set the shutter speed to
1/30 sec. or less.
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Phase One 645DF+ features TTL (Through The Lens), OTF (O The
Film) and electronic ash exposure metering. A ash sensor located
inside the camera body reads the ash light reected o the surface of
the CCD at the moment of exposure. The sensor is connected via the
Phase One 645DF+’s dedicated hot-shoe to a shoe or handle-mount
style Metz ash unit via the Metz SCA 3952 TTL Adapter. Maximum
ash speed is 1/125 sec. when the focal plane shutter is used, making
daytime synchronization possible.
The ISO of the ash is automatically set through the TTL connection
from the camera’s lm magazine; any adjustment to this is instantly
recognized after the setting is locked and the shutter release is half-
pressed.
To utilize the TTL ash feature with all TTL-operable Metz ash units, a
Metz SCA 3952 module is required. Please see the chart for capability
and/or additional adapters that may be necessary.
The resulting ash exposure automation determines correct ash
exposure and automatically adjusts the output of the ash. It also
automatically corrects for exposure compensation normally required
when using lters, close-up bellows or extension tubes.
1. Mount the SCA3952 adapter onto the Metz ash, insert fully into the
camera’s hot shoe, and then tighten with the locking knob[A].
2. Set the exposure mode, and then check the shutter speed and
aperture.
Type of ash SCA3952 Module Converter
Metz 44 MZ-2 shoe-mount x
Metz 54 MZ-3 shoe-mount x
Metz 45 CL-3 & 4 Digital Handle-mount x SCA 3045
Metz 60 CT-4 Handle-mount x SCA 3000
Metz 70 MZ-5 & 4 Handle-mount x
Adapter
Metz Flash Unit
For more info on Metz, contact the local Metz dealer or www.metz.de
Charging completed indicator in
viewnder
When charging of the ash is completed, a charging completed ash
icon will illuminate in the viewnders display panel
Automatic setting of ash
synchronizing speed
When exposure mode is set at “AV”or “P”, the shutter speed will
be automatically set to 1/60 to 1/125 sec. when charging of the
ash is completed.
When exposure mode is at “TV” or “M” and the shutter speed is
faster than 1/125 sec., the shutter speed will be automatically set
to 1/125 sec.
Flash conrmation The ash charge mark ashes after the shutter is released to
indicate that the ash was emitted properly
Auto zoom control The power zoom reector is linked to the lens focal length
(excluding the Metz 32Z-2)
Auto AF assist beam When the focus mode is set to “S”, the autofocus assist beam is
emitted automatically in low light. (excluding the Metz 32Z-2)
Display of ash range (distance) Displayed on the ash’s liquid crystal display panel. (Metz 32MZ-3
and Metz 32Z-2)
Data transfer The lm sensitivity data, exposure compensation data and aperture
data are sent from the camera to the ash.
Metz 3952 functions TTL ash
With TTL ash photography, the reection of the ash is metered and the
intensity of the ash is adjusted automatically, which can mean TTL ash
photography may not be suitable for all shooting conditions. In the cases
described below, we recommend that you use a ashmeter to check the
intensity of the ash or to use a manual ash setting.
Example:
1. When the size of the subject you want to light with the ash is
relatively small within the picture
2. When the background behind the subject is extremely bright or when
there is a strongly reective object in the background
3. When the background behind the subject is extremely dark (outdoors
at night, etc.)
4. For ash photography with a narrow lm latitude
Curtain Syncro
When a moving subject has been shot under this function, the ash of
light appears after the moving subject.
Rear curtain sync mode
Front curtain sync mode
This function is set by Custom function setting. Go to page 81 for more
information.
Exposure mode Shutter speed Aperture
P Program AE Automatically set by
camera to 1/60 sec.
when the metered
shutter speed is 1/60
or slower, and 1/125
when it is 1/125 sec.
or faster.
Automatically set by
camera
Av Aperture priority AE Any aperture
Tv Shutter priority AE Automatically set
by camera to 1/125
when the set shutter
speed is 1/125 sec.
or faster.
Automatically set by
camera
M Manual mode Any aperture
X Synchro mode 1/125 sec. or via CF Any aperture
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3.11 Flash Compensation Settings
By combining a Metz ash and the SCA3952 adapter, the camera adjusts for
ash. It can be adjusted within ±3EV in increments of 1/3 steps.
1. Turn on the Power
Install the SCA3952 adapter on the Metz ash, and attach it to the camera.
Lock the ash in place using the locking knob on the ash shoe. Turn the
shutter release mode selector lever to the S or C position, and turn ON the
ash power switch.
2. When the ash charge conrmation lamp lights, press the set button [A] .
The icon is displayed on the main LCD panel.
3. Turn the front or rear dial to select the ash compensation value.
External LCD Panel (normal display)
4. When the shutter button is half-pressed, the display appears on the
external LCD, and appears on the LCD inside the viewnder with a +
compensation, or appears with a – compensation.
Viewnder LCD Readouts
- If the ash-charge mark is not displayed, the ash compensation button [A]
cannot be used.
- Keep pressing the set button to activate the ash compensation mode. You
can check the exposure compensation value.
- If you turn the shutter release mode selector lever to the L (power OFF)
position, the compensation value will be cancelled.
P
Av
Tv
M
X
CF
C1
C2
C3
A
P
Av
Tv
M
X
CF
C1
C2
C3
Flash Photography with Electronic Flash Models other than Metz units
1. To use a grip type ashgun or a strobe with other electric contacts
than X contact, connect the sync cord to the camera’s sync terminal.
(See note below about ashes designed exclusively for other makers’
cameras.)
2. While pressing the unlock button, turn the exposure mode setting
dial and set it to X (1/125 sec.) or M (manual).
When M (manual) is selected, turn the front dial and set the shutter
speed 1/60 to 1/125 sec. or slower.
3. Turn the rear dial to set the aperture, then take the picture. (for M, use
the rear dial. For X, use the front dial).
This camera’s synchro contact is an X contact.
NOTE:
Using ashes designed exclusively for other
makers’ cameras may damage the camera’s
internal mechanisms if connected to the
camera's hot-shoe. In this situation, use
an o-camera ash bracket and connect a
sync cord to the camera's synchro terminal.
- When using ashes with a ash duration of
1/500 sec. or longer, set the shutter speed to
1/30 sec. or less.
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4.0 Introduction to the IQ2 Series Digital Back
System Overview
The Phase One IQ2 Series Digital Back is designed to t on the Phase One
645DF+ as well as several other brands or models of medium format cameras.
The IQ2 Series include four dierent models; the IQ280, IQ260 and the IQ260
Achromatic, and the new IQ250. The backs incorporate 80 and 60-megapixel
CCD sensors for the IQ280 and two IQ260 models repectively, and a newly
developed 50-megapixel CMOS sensor for the IQ250. They also feature USB3.0
and FireWire 800 connections facilitating the fastest possible tethered image
transfers speeds.
All four models have a 3.2 inch touch display that features 1.15 megapixel
resolution. The wide format display allows for a full 4:3 aspect ratio VGA
resolution image next to histogram, highlight warning, focus mask, File Info,
and touch controls. This touch screen display is complemented by Phase
One’s intuitive 4-button navigation.
Phase One’s patent-pending Sensor+ technology, built into the Phase One
IQ2 Series models, supports a variety of shooting conditions. Images can
be captured at full resolution or, using Sensor+ mode, switch instantly to
capture images with 20 megapixels* resolution at 4 times higher sensitivity,
up to ISO 3200. Please note the IQ250 does not adopt Sensor+ technology.
The following section deals with generic features that are available in all four
IQ2 Series digital back models.
* The IQ280 produces 20 megapixel resolution and both the IQ260 and IQ260 Achro-
matic produce 15 megapixel resolution when the Sensor + mode is activated.
Warning: This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in
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2.
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3.
4.
4.1 Quick Start (shooting untethered)
1. Connect an IQ2 digital back to the camera and install the focusing
screen if applicable.
2. Charge the batteries (See page 16) then insert them into the camera.
3. Insert a CompactFlash card into the IQ2 Back.
4. Switch on the power to the back and camera and select a drive mode.
5. Choose an exposure mode.
6. Select a focus mode on the camera body and lens if applicable.
7. Set the date and time. (See page 25).
8. Set the ISO and White Balance. (See page 28).
9. After shooting, transfer images into Capture One software from the
CF card using a card reader.
10. Editing images in Capture One and output as required.
5.
6.
4. 4.2 General Hardware Setup
Powering up the IQ2 back
After an IQ2 back is connected to a camera body, insert a battery and it
will automatically turn on. The back is switched on/o by pressing the
power button located below the IQ2 back display.
ISO Settings
The IQ280 back has an ISO spectrum from ISO 35-800. The IQ260 has a 50-
800 spectrum and the Achromatic back has a ISO spectrum from 200-3200.
The default ISO setting is 50 for IQ280 and IQ260 models and 200 for the
Achromatic. An ISO rating can be selected from the menu system (when
untethered) or in the Capture Tool in Capture One Pro software (when
tethered). Sensor+ technology, built into the Phase One IQ Series models,
expands the ISO range from 140 to 3200 at 20 megapixels resolution for the
IQ280. The IQ260 models have a Sensor+ ISO range from 200 to 3200 at 15
megapixels resolution.
Power Management and Shutter Latency
The IQ2 back’s CCD needs to be constantly cleared of data from the
previous capture before the next exposure can be taken. This process
requires some power consumption. The default setting is Normal
Latency, which should remain unchanged under all ‘normal’ shooting
scenarios. Only change the setting to Zero Latency if you work on
technical cameras, large format cameras or certain manual cameras in
special situations.
Double Exposure Protection
It is not possible to accidentally double expose an image by capturing
one shot quickly after another when an IQ2 back is used on cameras
such as the Phase One 645DF+/DF/AF, Mamiya 645DF/AFDIII,
Hasselblad 555 ELD (DIG mode), Hasselblad H or Contax 645. The
electronic communication with the body ensures that the IQ2 back is
ready before allowing release of the next shot. However, users of other
camera bodies that do not use the electronic interface from the IQ2 will
have to wait for the ready beep signal before releasing the next shot.
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4.3 Indicator Lights
IQ2 Series digital backs feature two main red and green LEDs located
below the bottom left corner of the screen. When the IQ2 back is
activated, the green and red LEDs will ash shortly and a beep will
sound to indicate that it is ready to capture. In general, if the LEDs are
not illuminated the camera is ready.
A red indicates that the IQ2 back is writing to the storage media, and
therefore the buer has not been emptied. When capturing an image the
green LED will blink rapidly to indicate that the IQ2 back is busy exposing the
CCD or moving data from the CCD. A continuous green light indicates that
the backlight of the display is dimmed but the camera is still ready to shoot.
The IQ2 back also has an orange light to indicate that the battery is charging
when the back is connected to a computer via a FireWire or USB connection.
(Go to page 90 for more details about charging the battery whilst tethered
to a computer).
Additional Red LED
There is an additional red LED indicator located next to the CF card slot
(under the cover). It is assigned to indicate CF card activity only. Do not
remove a CF card from the card slot when this red LED is on. Removing
a CF card whilst the red LED is on can damage the formatting of the
card, and images or data might be lost or corrupted.
4.4 Indicators
Long exposure time indicator: An exposure time indicator will appear on the
IQ2 screen if the camera is set to expose for more than 2 seconds. The indica-
tor will count the seconds while the shutter is open. This indicator is useful
for timing long bulb exposures.
Long exposure black reference: In order to capture noise free long exposures
Phase One digital backs needs to capture a black reference after each cap-
ture. This black reference requires the same amount of time as the exposure
itself.
A night symbol and a counter counting down the time left for black refer-
ence capture to complete will appear at the bottom of the screen while the
black reference is being captured. This function is performed automatically.
4.5 Tethered and Untethered Operations
Untethered: An IQ2 Series back can be operated as a fully portable battery
powered unit. Image les are shot and transferred to a CompactFlash card
which is inserted in the CF-card slot on the left side of the camera back.
Tethered: Remember to always keep a battery in the IQ2 back even when
shooting tethered to a computer via a FireWire or USB3.0 connection. When
operating tethered, image les can be shot to a CompactFlash card or trans-
ferred directly to the assigned capture folder in the Capture One application
on the computer hard disk. (Go to page 90 for more details about charging
the battery whilst tethered to a computer).
Driver Set-up
Find out more on Installation and Activation of software on page 9 and
10 of this User Guide. There is no specic program set-up. Check the
Capture One User Guide for recommended hardware. Eventual
rmware announcements will be available on our website, and in our
newsletters.
Connecting
The maximum length of a compatible FireWire cable is 4.5 meters.
Longer cables might require a third party power solution or a FireWire
hub. IQ2 Series backs match the FireWire 800 standard.
Plug the FireWire 800 cable into the IQ2 unit and into back of your
Mac or Windows PC. (It is not recommended to use a FireWire port
on the front of a computer as it can be less stable). Capture One will
automatically recognize the IQ2 back and settings shared. (Read more
on shooting tethered in the Capture One software manual).
N.B: IQ2 backs are compabile with FireWire 400. Please order a Phase
One FireWire 800 to 400 cable 4.5M. Part No: 50300164
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Tethered Operations Continued
The display on an IQ2 Series back can be either be turned o while
shooting tethered or set to display the images while they are shot, just
as if shooting untethered. It is also possible to enlarge a section of
an image on the IQ2 screen to help check focus of the current and
upcoming captures.
An IQ2 back will default to its untethered mode when the FireWire 800 or
USB3.0 cable is removed in its Auto Storage setting. Captured image les will
be stored on a CompactFlash card, and the unit’s battery will provide power.
(The IQ2 back can be made to shoot to either CompactFlash or to to a
computer, via a FireWire 800 cable. Find out more on the Storage Mode on
page 91).
Online Support
For more information on shooting tethered with Capture One please consult
the online user guide available in the Capture One Help menu or go direct to
http://help.phaseone.com/en/CO7/Capture/Tethered-Shooting.aspx
4.6 CompactFlash Card Usage
It is important to follow a few simple guidelines to help avoid loss
of data when working with CompactFlash cards, card readers and
digital cameras. Phase One recommends that you test-drive all new
CompactFlash cards including the one that comes with your IQ back.
By performing an initial test to verify that the capture les are stored
properly on the card and can be accessed on a computer you will
avoid unpleasant surprises on location or when you return from a job.
CompactFlash cards are manufactured by other suppliers and Phase
One cannot guarantee that the cards are not defective.
Inserting and Ejecting on the IQ2 Back
The CompactFlash card is inserted in the hidden slot located under the
cover on the left hand side of the IQ back.
Insert the CompactFlash card with the brand label facing the display
end of the digital back as shown in the image.
The cover can be closed when the CompactFlash card is fully inserted.
To eject the card push the small button above the card once, and an
ejecting pin will come out. Pushing this pin all the way back in will eject
the card.
Microdrives are not recommended for use with IQ backs.
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4.7 Secure Storage System (3S)
You can always be sure that your data is safe when working with
memory cards in a Phase One IQ2 back. The Phase One Secure Storage
System (3S) provides the industry’s safest memory card handling. The
3S technology automatically checks your card’s le structure every
time it is inserted into the IQ2 back. If the disk check function nds any
errors, it will prevent usage of the card until these are corrected or the
card is formatted.
How does 3S work?
A complete disk check for a valid le structure is performed as soon as
a card is inserted into the IQ2 back.
Lower gigabyte capacity cards will load quicker than high capacity versions.
It is not recommended to turn o the Check Disk function. However, if you
want to turn it o go to Menu>Check Disk.
Disk Check Summary
3S technology is a safe storage system integrated into the IQ2 back
and is much more rugged than anything else seen in the industry. No
other digital back or DSLR camera has this level of storage security.
Benets include:
• No need to format a card on a computer
• Damaged or incorrectly formatted cards will be detected immediately.
IQ2 backs also have the ability to reformat and correct these cards.
• Ejecting a card while it is writing a session will not necessarily damage
the le structure of the entire CompactFlash card. Only the image being
written and the images in the buer can be damaged.
4.8 Formatting your Memory Card
Most CompactFlash cards are preformatted and ready for use in the
IQ backs. However, Phase One recommends that all cards should be
formatted in the IQ back to ensure their optimum performance.
Memory card formatting is done in either FAT 16 or FAT 32 depending
on card size. (IQ backs support CompactFlash cards formatted in both
FAT 16 and FAT 32).
Using CompactFlash Cards in a Card Reader
A card will be mounted as a removable drive on a computer after it
has been inserted into the card reader and connected to a Mac or PC.
Windows and Mac OS X will have the required drivers for the CF card
reader. For information on how to import les to Phase One Capture
One, please consult the Capture One online user guide available under
Capture One Help in the Help Menu.
Warning!
Ejecting a card or removing the battery while the IQ2 back is still writing
(when the red LED is on) will cause images that are not written to the card
to be permanently lost or damaged. Do not bend or ex your CompactFlash
card. Please keep the card away from moisture, grit and sand. Use the sup-
plied CompactFlash card case as a storage container when not in use.
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5.0 Navigating the IQ2 User Interface and Menu System
Home Screen
The IQ2 Home Screen is the rst view users will see as soon as the
back is switched on. This is the back’s default screen and the starting
point in which to negotiate the menu system. It enables direct access
to the Play mode to view captured images, the Menu to congure the
IQ back’s setup and ISO sensitivity and White Balance (WB) settings.
The bottom of the Home Screen features an Info Bar that displays a
Power Indicator that shows the remaining battery capacity or a FireWire
icon if the IQ2 is being used to shoot tethered via a FireWire 800
connection. The Power Indicator will start blinking when it runs low to
warn users that the battery needs to be replaced before capturing any
more images.
The selected ISO rating, White Balance setting and the IIQ Raw le
format are all displayed in the center of Home Screen. A ‘S+’ icon will
appear next to the le format indicator if the Sensor+ function is in use.
Press and hold the top left button to immediately return to the Home Screen
regardless of where you are in the menu system.
Context Menu
Press the Context Menu button in the bottom right corner of the Home
Screen to quickly access three image review options. Select either the
Thumbnail, Tool View or Full Screen mode. Select the key icon to lock the
four (external) menu buttons and the touch screen functionality.
5.1 Menu Buttons
The IQ2 back is equipped with four external buttons. The buttons will
change function to match the menu shown on the display.
The four external buttons are assigned to the Play, Menu, ISO and WB options
when the IQ2 back is in its default Home Screen position. (See image top left)
The function of the four buttons changes once one of the Menu, ISO and
WB options has been selected. In general, the two buttons to the left
are used to exit the screen and select a menu option. The two buttons
to the right are used to navigate up and down in the menu system.
Press Play on the Home Screen. Here the four buttons take on a dierent
role as the two left buttons are assigned to zoom in and out image les
and used to display a thumbnail collection. The two right buttons are
assigned to scroll through thumbnails and image les.
Tip: The function of an external button is usually signalled by the icon
positioned nearest to it on the screen. (See blue circles on the left
picture).
5.2 Shortcuts
Home shortcut: Press and hold the upper left (Exit) button to immediately
return to the Home Screen regardless of where you are in the menu system.
Button Lock shortcut: Hold down the upper left (Play) button whilst the
Home Screen is displayed and double press the lower right (external) button.
The key icon will appear at the bottom of the screen and turn red to conrm
that the four (external) menu buttons and the touch screen functionality has
been locked. Repeat the procedure to unlock the buttons and screen. (Hold
down the Play button and double press the WB button).
Up
Enter
Exit
ISO
WB
Menu
Play
Menu
Play ISO
WB
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5.3 Touch Screen Operation
All four IQ2 models incorporate a 3.2 inch touch screen. The screen lets you
zoom, pan and browse through images fast and it is easy to navigate be-
tween dierent menus and features. The IQ2 series backs are designed with
invisible controls that are context sensitive and appear only when specic
areas of the screen are touched.
One example of this is the unique instant zoom function, which allows you
to zoom just by using one nger. Small histograms and highlight warnings
can be enlarged to full screen view by simply touching them. Wide format
display allows for a full 4:3 aspect ratio VGA resolution image next to his-
togram, highlight warning, focus mask, EXIF data and touch controls. It is
possible to operate the IQ2 back using the touch screen display or the well-
known and intuitive 4-button navigation.
5.4 ISO
Push the top right button or tap ISO on the Home Screen. You will be
presented with the back’s ISO spectrum. Scroll up and down and tap
the screen to select the desired setting. A green check mark will appear
next to your chosen setting and you will automatically return to the
Home Screen. An ISO rating can also be selected from the Capture Tool
in Capture One Pro software (when shooting tethered).
The IQ280 back has an ISO spectrum from ISO 35-800. The IQ260 has a 50-
800 spectrum and the Achromatic back has a ISO range from 200-3200. The
IQ250 has a wider range, at ISO100-6400. The default sensitivity setting is ISO
50 for IQ280 and IQ260 models and ISO100 for the IQ250. The Achromatic
has a default of ISO200. Sensor+ technology, built into the Phase One IQ
Series models, expands the ISO range from 140 to 3200 at 20 megapixels
resolution for the IQ280. The IQ260 models have a Sensor+ ISO range from
200 to 3200 at 15 megapixels resolution.
Long Exposure Mode – IQ260
The Long Exposure Mode is a feature integrated into the IQ260, enbabling
noise free exposes of up to one hour. The default setting is On. When the
mode is O, the IQ260 will automatically display a dialogbox that suggests
using the Long Exposure Mode with exposures longer than than 10 seconds.
Long Exposure Mode is marked with an L after ISO in the Home Screen. The
Long Exposure Mode has an ISO range from 140 to 800 that can be extended
up to ISO3200 in Sensor + mode (IQ260 only).
Precautions on Long Exposure Shoots
1. Close the eyepiece shutter to block any light from entering the
viewnder.
2. When using extreme long exposure more than 5 to 10 minutes
outside in daylight, please take relevant precautions, e.g. avoid having
camera and digital back in direct sunlight.
3. Cover your entire camera with a Phase One lens wrap or similar light
proof material to eliminate stray light.
4. Remember that when you make a long exposure, the digital back will
make a black calibration after the capture of the same duration as the
exposure.
Find more detailed information - Search for “Long Exposure” on:
www.phaseone.com/support
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5.5 White Balance
Push the lower right button or tap WB on the Home Screen. You will be
presented with the back’s White Balance settings. Scroll up and down
and tap the screen to select the desired setting. A green check mark
will appear next to your chosen setting and you will automatically return
to the Home Screen.
The default ISO setting is Auto that will calculate a White Balance
based on the information in the image. Auto WB is appropriate for most
applications.
A specic light source can also be selected in the WB menu. These include
Daylight, Fluorescent, Tungsten and Flash. It is easy to check the WB setting
as it is displayed in the center of the Home Screen below the ISO rating.
White Balance can also be set from within Capture One when shooting
tethered to a computer. Find out more on tethered operation from page
53.
5.6 Custom White Balance
To create a new Custom White Balance, rst capture a reference White
Balance image. (Try to use a gray card or neutral white surface). Next,
select the Context menu and press the White Balance Picker icon.
(Ensure that the image is in full screen view)
Zoom in and pan to a desired part of the image and then tap on a white/
grey area to create a custom WB. A cross-hair icon will appear on the
screen. You can continue to pick WB point elsewhere in the image until
you are satised with the generated WB. The Custom White Balance
is now set and all subsequent captures will use this WB setting in Auto
Save mode. The picked WB is only applied to the current image if Auto
Save mode is deselected.
The IQ Back enables users to create and store up to 3 Custom White
Balance settings. To create and store a Custom WB setting go to the
Context menu and long press the White Balance Picker icon. Deselect
the Auto Save box in the dialog box.
The next time you create a Custom WB setting you will be presented
with a Custom 1, Custom 2 or Custom 3 option. Choose a number to
save and store the WB setting.
This stored Custom WB settings can be accessed again for future use
by scrolling to the bottom of the WB options.
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5.7 Live View
Live View on the 645DF+ is supported in Manual or Aperture Priority mode
only. Live View in X, Tv and P mode is not supported.
Starting Live View
1. Live View is started from the Contextual menu pop-up in the lower right
corner of the IQ2 display
2. In the pop-up, click on the camera icon.
If the IQ2 is attached to a 645DF+ the camera automatically opens the shut-
ter, and live view is displayed on the screen. When you want to capture an
image, you have to exit Live view rst.
If attached to any other camera, then the shutter has to be manually or elec-
tronically opened to get a live view on the screen.
All IQ2 backs support tethered Live View using FireWire 800 or USB3.0, ex-
cept for the IQ250 which adopts USB2.0 or USB3.0 only.
Contextual menu inside Live view
Three buttons are available in the top of the Contextual menu (in order, left
to right):
1. Grid
2. Lightness
3. Virtual Horizon
Please see the description of each feature below:
Turn on Grid inside Live view
1. In Live View, select contextual menu pop-up from lower right corner.
2. Long press on the grid button (shown activated, in blue).
Select the new grid option “Custom Cross”
1. In the Grid Mode dialog scroll down and select “Custom Cross”
Moving Custom Cross lines
When Custom Cross is chosen, the grid lines can be individually selected and
moved around.
1. Press and hold on the grid line you want to move (you will get a conrmation
beep).
2. The grid line will ash, indicating that it can be moved around.
3. Alternatively, both grid lines can be selected and moved together. Press
and hold the cross-point until both grid lines start to ash. Move the cross-
point to the desired position.
4. When you are nished setting the line, tap on another area of the screen
and the line locks itself
5. Or, if left without holding, the line will lock itself after a few seconds of
inactivity.
Brightness levels in Live View
The screen’s brightness is automatically adjusted to the ambient light levels.
Even in low-light conditions, the brightness is modied to a usable level.
Manual adjustment of the brightness level is also supported.
1. From Inside Live view, click on the contextual menu.
2. Click on the top center button in the contextual pop-up.
3. A Brightness slider will show in the bottom of the Live View.
4. The Brightness can be adjusted by moving the indicator mark to the right
or to the left on the slider.
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Virtual Horizon Tool in Live View
1. From Inside Live View, click on the contextual menu
2. Click on the top right button in the contextual pop-up. This will bring up
two bars, one below the Live View, and one to the right.
Now you can align both roll and pitch using the indication on the bars, and
you will get a clear indication when things are level.
Live View Anti-ickering
Depending on where you are located in the world, the power outlets operates
at dierent frequencies. In general it is either 50Hz (EUR) or 60Hz (US and parts
of Asia).
To minimize the amount of ickering when using Live View with articial
light, you can setup the screen redraw frequency to either 50Hz or 60Hz
This is setup in the menu “Live View Antiickering”.
6.0 Play Mode
Play mode is used to review captured images. Its touch screen interface
makes it easy to delete, zoom, pan and browse through images quickly. Push
the upper left (external) button or tap Play on the Home Screen to enter this
mode.
Long press the upper left (external) button to exit the Play mode at any
time.
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6.1 Play Mode Views
There are three Play mode views: Full Screen, Tool View and Thumbnail View.
Full Screen displays an image in its entirety. A Zoom Slider, Context menu too
and zoom level percentage will automatically disappear after a few sections
of inactivity.
The default Tool View features ve tools that include an Exposure Warning, a
Focus Mask, an Exposure Histogram, an Alignment tool and File Info.
The Thumbnail View displays all images stored on a CompactFlash card in a
series of 8 thumbnails.
6.2 Play Mode: Context Menu
Press the Context Menu button in the corner of each Play mode. All Con-
text Menus feature three navigation buttons. Select one of the three bottom
items (from left to right) to switch to an alternative view.
The Full Screen Context Menu features a Delete/Rating, Exposure Warning,
Custom White Balance Picker and Grid options. Press and hold these icons
(with a white triangle in the corner) to further congure.
The Tool View Context Menu features a Delete/Rating, Grid and Black and
White options.
The Thumbnail View features a Delete and a Rating options. A green check
mark will indicate that a button has been activated.
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6.3 Info Bar
The bottom of the screen features an Info Bar that displays a Power Indicator
that shows the remaining battery capacity and a FireWire or USB3.0 icon
if the IQ2 is being used to shoot tethered. The Power Indicator will start
blinking when it runs low to warn users that the battery needs to be replaced
before capturing any more images. The FireWire or USB3.0 icon will also blink
on and o to signify that there is a connection problem when set to their
respective storage modes. (See Storage Mode on page 91)
Thumbnail and Tool View also display the current image number and
the number of images captured on the media. In this example it shows
number 4 out of 14 images.
6.4 Play Mode Navigation
Press the Up and Down (right external) buttons to scroll through
captured images in all the Play modes. Press the upper and lower left
external buttons to zoom in and out of an image or switch to a dierent
Play mode.
Swipe your nger left or right to scroll through captured images on all
Play mode views. The selected thumbnail is highlighted with an orange
border.
6.5 Zoom
Tap the screen once in the Tool View to see a Full Screen image. The IQ
back enables users to zoom into a review image by up to 400%.
Instantly zoom into a specic area at 100% by tapping the screen twice
or by pressing the lower left (external) button. Double tap the screen
again or press the upper left button to return to the full screen view.
To zoom up to 400%, slide your nger up and down the Zoom Slider
on the left side of the screen. Use the Zoom Slider to also return to the
Tool and Thumbnail Views by sliding you nger down when a full screen
image is displayed.
6.6 Delete and Rating
Choose the top left button in the Context . A grey bar will appear at
the bottom of the screen when reviewing in Full Screen or in the Tool
View. Tap the dot in the grey bar to select a star rating from 1 to 5.
Alternatively, swipe your nger along the bar to choose a star rating.
Press the blank grey area on the left of the bar to deselect a star rating
to 0 (zero). Ratings will be recognized in Capture One when they are
imported from a memory card.
Press the trash button to Delete an image. A ‘conrm delete’ screen will
appear. Press the green check mark to permanently delete the image or
press the red cross to cancel.
To remove the Delete/Rating icon from view, press the Context menu icon
and press the same top left button. Long press the Star/Trash icon in the
Context menu to turned o the ‘conrm delete’ screen.
Star ratings can be seen in the Thumbnail view by pressing the Context menu
and selecting the Star button.
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6.7 Delete in Thumbnail View
Select the trash icon to Delete images in the Thumbnail View. A trash
icon will appear in the Info Bar at the bottom of the screen. Tap each
individual thumbnail that you want to delete. (A small red trash icon will
appear in the top left corner of the thumbnail). Conrm that you want to
delete the selected thumbnails but tapping the white trash icon at the
bottom of the screen.
Press the Context menu once the Delete option has been selected.
Select the option below the trash icon to select all images les. (A red
trash icon will appear in each thumbnail). Press the option below the
star icon to deselect all the images.
If all the selected images have been selected, press the white trash
icon at the bottom of the screen. You will be asked to conrm that you
want to Delete all the selected images. Press the green check mark to
permanently delete or press the red cross to cancel.
6.8 Grid
Select the Context Menu and choose the (circled) icon to overlay a grid
on captured images in Full Screen, Tool View and Play modes. Press
the Grid icon in Context Menu again to deactivate the Grid.
Long press the (circled) icon in Context Menu to congure the Grid. It is
possible to select a dierent Grid Mode, Line Style and Color.
The Grid Mode enables users to select one of six options that include
a Golden Ratio, 3x3, Square 4x3, Center Cross, Rectangular and
Fibonacci Spiral. Scroll down the screen to see the full list and tap the
desired option.
The Line Style can be changed from a solid Color to a Dotted or Dashed line.
Change the color of the lines to one of 9 tones to help them stand out
against an image.
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The Grid Mode provides numerous style combinations. The Rectangular
option can be congured to display up to 10 horizontal and vertical
lines. In this example (left) the Color has be changed to yellow and the
Line Style is Dotted.
The Golden Ratio grid helps photographers compose images within
some classic proportions. This grid lines divide the screen into nine
parts using two horizontal and vertical lines. Photographers can position
important elements along these lines or at the intersections.
The Fibonacci Spiral option is another classic guide that helps photographers
place subject matter within the curved lines.
The Fibonacci Spiral option can also be rotated clockwise or Mirrored to help
position important elements at the intersections of the lines. The Color and
Line Style can also be altered to help them stand out against an image.
6.9 Tools
Play mode features ve Tools to aid the capture and the review of
images. The Tools include a Exposure warning, a Focus Mask, a
Exposure Histogram, a Alignment tool and File Info. Tap the screen
to scroll vertically through the tool selection. Tap the screen on the
Alignment tool and Histogram to make them appear full screen. Tap
the screen on the Exposure Warning, Focus Mask and File Info to make
them overlay captured images. Tap each item again to remove them
from the full screen or overlay view.
Congure the Tools
Long press a specic tool to congure a Tool’s settings. The sequence
of how the Tools appear can be changed by pressing the white arrows.
Histogram
Tap the Histogram once to make it appear full screen. The Exif information
(ISO, f-stop and shutter speed) of a captured image is displayed below
the Histogram. Tap the screen again to return to the Tool view.
Long press the Histogram to access a dialog box to alter the Tool’s
settings. User can choose to show or hide the Rgb readout and Exif
information.
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Alignment
The Alignment tool helps keep the attached camera in a perfect
horizontal or vertical position. Press the Alignment tool once to make
it appear full screen. Tap the screen or press the upper left (external)
button once to return to the Tool view.
Long press Alignment tool to access a dialog box to alter the Tool’s
settings. Users can choose to view an illustrative virtual horizon or
swap to see numeric Roll and Pitch Values displayed in the Tool. Tap
the Beep On option box to get an audio alert that signals the camera
is level.
Roll and Pitch oset: It is possible to realign the virtual horizon to a custom
setting. Press the Set arrow (see circled far left) and the virtual horizon
will appear. Adjust the camera/IQ2 back to get the desired roll and pitch
angles and press the green check mark. This new setting will be enabled
automatically.
Ensure that the Roll and Pitch oset check mark box is not enabled to revert
to the default horizontal or vertical alignment setting.
File Info
The File Info tool displays the ISO rating, f-stop and shutter speed
exposure settings. Tap the File Info tool to see more detailed
information that includes the le name, date and time of capture, le
format, exposure mode and the focal length of the lens.
Exposure Warning
The Exposure Warning tool highlights areas of a captured image that
are overexposed. Tap the Exposure Warning tool once to display any
burned out areas of an image with a (default red) color overlay. Tap the
Exposure Warning tool again to remove this overlay from view.
Long press the Exposure Warning to access a dialog box to alter the
Tool’s settings. Users can choose to set the Exposure Warning to ash
on the overlay and on the tool. The Highlight level can be changed to
make it more or less sensitive. The color of the warning can also be
altered to one of nine tones to help it stand out against a captured
image.
The Exposure Warning overlay can seen in a full screen and a zoomed in
enlarged view. It will ash to alert users to areas in that may be overexposed.
Go back to the Tool view to deactivate the overlay.
Focus Mask
The Focus Mask highlights areas that are in sharp focus. Tap the Focus
Mask tool once to display any areas of sharp focus in an image with a
(default green) color overlay. Tap the Exposure Focus Mask tool again
to remove this overlay from view.
Long press the Focus Mask to access a dialog box to alter the Tool’s
settings. Users can choose to set the Focus Mask to ash on the
overlay and on the tool. The Focus Mask can be adjusted to increase
and decrease the threshold setting for the preferred sharpness. The
color of the Mask can also be altered to one of nine tones to help it
stand out against a captured image.
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7.0 Menu
The Menu can be accessed by either pressing the lower left exterior
button or by tapping Menu directly on the Home Screen.
The Menu can be navigated by using the touch screen functionality
or by following the Enter, Exit, Up and Down arrows and pressing the
corresponding buttons on the IQ2 back.
Long press the upper left (external) button to exit the Menu mode at
any time.
This section will explain the function of each Menu option. All the options
in the Menu section have a default setting so that an IQ2 back is ready
to use, straight out of the box. But the Menu has numerous options
that can be used to congure the setup of the IQ2 back to your specic
needs. Some options have submenus that are indicated by another
arrow pointing to the right side as shown in the Power Management
menu. (Left)
7.1 645DF+ Custom Functionality
When using the IQ back on the 645DF/DF+ camera custom functions are
available for setup from the IQ screen. The custom functionality is accessed
using Menu > 645 DF. The 645DF/DF+ camera body needs to be switched ON
to access this menu.
Go to page 119 for more information about setting up the 645DF/DF+
custom functions from the camera body itself.
7.1.1 Setup C1, C2 or C3
Select Setup C1, C2 or C3 and choose the desired camera exposure, AF and
light meter settings as detailed from 3.3 to 3.4.
7.1.2 Exposure Program
Choose either the X-Mode, P (Program), Av (Aperture Value), Tv (Time
Value), or M (Manual) Exposure Program that you want to use.
Go to page 38 to nd out more about the 645DF+ exposure modes.
7.1.3 AF Area
On the 645DF+ camera there is a single AF point in the center optimized to
provide faster and more precise focus performance. This cannot be changed.
The 645DF has three AF points that can be selected individually. The Auto
mode (also referred to as Multi Area Focus) will lock on to the object closest
to the camera if multiple objects are located within the focus frame.
7.1.4 Light Metering
Select one of the three Light Metering modes.
Go to page 31 to nd out more on the 645DF+ Light Metering modes.
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7.1.5 Custom Function Set
Assign the letter A, B or C to the chosen exposure mode settings in the
Custom Function Set menu.
N.B. It is possible to see the selected Exposure modes settings from
the Setup C1, 2, 3 menu without having to go into the next menu option.
7.1.6 Setup Custom A, B or C
The Setup Custom menu enable users to adjust and select 19 camera
parameters to attain a precise custom camera set-up. Select either A,
B or C.
7.1.7 EV Step
Choose the size of increment adjustments concerning the shutter speed,
f-number and exposure compensation value. For example, choose 1/1 Step
to adjust the aperture value in full f-stop increments as follows: f2.8, f4, 5.6,
f8, f11, f16, f22 etc. Alternatively, choose 1/3 Step to change the aperture
setting in smaller increments as follows: f2.8, f3.2, f3.5, f4, f4.5, f5, f5.6, f6.3,
f7.1, f8, f9, f10, f11, f12, f14, f16 and so on.
7.1.8 Lens Change
Choose the desired aperture setting option when a lens is changed
on the 645DF+ body. The Last Aperture option adjusts the new lens
aperture to the same setting as the previously used lens when it was
removed. The Min Aperture setting will open the aperture to its fastest
setting e.g. f2.8. The Max aperture choice automatically sets the new
lens to its smallest setting e.g. f22
7.1.9 Sleep Timer
The Sleep Timer menu has three settings that will put the camera body
into sleep mode after either 15, 30 or 60 seconds of inactivity after the
camera power has been switched on (via the Drive Dial). This sleep
function helps prolong the camera’s battery life. Half or full press the
camera’s shutter button to wake the camera. Select the Disabled option
to ensure the camera remains permanently on while the Drive Dial is set
7.1.10 Battery Type
The Phase One 645DF+ can be powered by three dierent battery
types. Select the battery type that you want displayed on the external
LCD panel to ensure the remaining battery charge is correctly displayed.
7.1.11 Bracketing
Select 3, 5 or 7 Exposures as the bracketing width for the auto bracketing
setting. Bracketing has to be activated via the 645DF+ camera body controls.
Go to page 109 to nd out more on Bracketing.
7.1.12 Front / Rear Dial
Interchange the function of the front and rear dials when the 645DF+
camera is used in Manual exposure mode (M). Select Tv / Av to assign
the front dial to adjust the shutter speed (Tv = Time value) and the rear
dial to the Aperture value (Av). The Av /Tv reverses the aforementioned
settings.
7.1.13 Rear Dial in P-mode
Assign which dial is used to alter the shutter and aperture value when
shooting in Program (P) exposure mode. Select Enable to use the rear
dial in P mode. Select the Disable option to activate the front dial.
Go to page 38 for more information about the Program exposure mode.
7.1.14 Dial Direction
Choose whether the front and rear exposure dials increase or decrease
the shutter speed, f-number and exposure compensation when rotated
in a clockwise (CW) direction.
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7.1.15 AEL / AFL button
Interchange the operations of the front and rear AEL (Auto Exposure
Lock) and AFL (Auto Focus Lock) buttons. Find out the location of
these buttons on page 21.
7.1.16 Release Button
Set the AE Lock and AF operations when the shutter release button is half-
pressed. Select one of the following options:
AF: Activate Auto Focus.
AF & AE: Activate Auto Focus and Auto Exposure Lock.
Only Release: Disable the half-press functionality.
7.1.17 AEL
Assign the function of the AEL button. The AEL button can lock AE
(Auto Exposure) in one of the following ways:
One Shot: Press the AEL button once for the next single exposure to
have the locked setting. This locked exposure setting is released after
the shutter is triggered.
Continuous: Press the AEL button once and all subsequent captures
will be exposed with the locked AEL setting until the AEL button is
pressed again.
While Pressed: The AE setting will be locked while the AEL button is
pressed.
N.B. The AEL functionality is not applicable when the camera is used
in Manual (M) mode.
7.1.18 AFL
Set the function of the AF Lock button with one of the following options:
While Pressed: Press the AFL to lock focus once.
AF operation: This activates AF every time the AFL button is pressed. (It
performs the same operation as half-pressing shutter button).
Continuous: Locks AF until the AFL button is pressed again.
7.1.19 M-Mode AEL
Assign the AEL button to automatically set an aperture or shutter value
when using M (manual mode). Ensure that the AEL button is pressed
for at least 2 seconds to get an aperture or shutter value. Select one of
the following options:
Shutter Speed: A recommended shutter speed will be set when the
AEL button is pressed. The aperture setting will remain unchanged.
Aperture: A recommended f-number will be set when the AEL button is
pressed. The shutter speed setting will remain unchanged.
No operation: This option will disable the AEL button in Manual (M)
mode.
7.1.20 AF Assist Light
The AF Assist Light automatically functions to help the performance
of Auto Focus (AF) when shooting in low ambient lighting conditions.
The AF Assist Light can be switched o from this menu. (The AF Assist
Light is likely to be switched o when a ashgun with its own AF Assist
lamp is used with the 645DF+ camera).
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7.1.21 Flash Sync
The Flash Sync (synchronization) can be altered to re at the beginning (First
Curtain) or the end (Second Curtain) of an exposure. The First Curtain mode
is the default setting as it is the most commonly used.
7.1.22 Beep
Choose when an audio beep is sounded from the Phase One 645DF+ camera
body. Select one of the following options:
On (AF): A beep is sounded when the Auto Focus is set.
On: A beep is sounded when the Auto Focus is set or when any button is
pressed on the 645DF+ camera.
O: The beep sound is disabled.
7.1.23 Shutter in Tv/Av/P
This menu is only applicable when a Phase One 645DF+ camera is used in
either Tv, Av or P exposure modes with a leaf shutter lens. Select one of the
following options:
Mixed: The leaf shutter range from 1 second to 1/1600th second are selected.
Shutter speeds above and below that range use the focal plane shutter. Flash
synchronization is possible on all leaf shutter speeds.
Leaf: Shutter speeds are limited to a leaf shutter range from 1 second to
1/1600th second. Flash synchronization is possible on all shutter speeds.
Focal Plane: Shutter speeds range from 1 minute up to 1/4000th second. Flash
synchronization is only possible from 1/60th to 1/125 second. (Depending
on the ash being used).
N.B. The LCD screen on the Phase One 645DF+ will either display a LS (Leaf
Shutter) or FS (Focal Shutter) icon to correspond to the shutter speed or
custom camera setting.
P
Av
Tv
M
X
CF
C1
C2
C3
7.1.24 Shutter in M/X
This menu is applicable when a Phase One 645DF+ camera is used in
either M or X exposure modes with a leaf shutter lens. Using the X (ash
synchronization) mode limits the shutter speed range from 1/60th second to
1/125 second irrespective of the selected (Mixed, Leaf or Focal Plane) mode.
Select Manual (M) mode and select one of the following options:
Mixed: The leaf shutter range from 1 second to 1/1600th second are selected.
Shutter speeds above and below that range use the focal plane shutter. Flash
synchronization is possible on all leaf shutter speeds.
Leaf: Shutter speeds are limited to a leaf shutter range from 1 second to
1/1600th second. Flash synchronization is possible on all shutter speeds.
Focal Plane: Shutter speeds range from 1 minute up to 1/4000th second. Flash
synchronization is only possible from 1/60th to 1/125 second. (Depending
on the ash being used).
N.B. The LCD screen on the Phase One 645DF+ will either display a LS (Leaf
Shutter) or FS (Focal Shutter) icon to correspond to the shutter speed or
custom camera setting.
7.1.25 AF priority
Select one of the following AF (Auto Focus) priority options:
Speed: This mode is ideal when capturing moving subject matter.
Accuracy: This the default setting. It is particularly recommended when the
Phase One 645DF+ is used with a lens with a long focal length.
P
Av
Tv
M
X
CF
C1
C2
C3
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7.1.26 Active Custom Set
Select the desired Custom Set for use.
7.1.27 Restore to Default
Select Restore to Default to clear and reset all the current custom
settings to the default. Warning! This cannot be undone once selected.
7.1.28 About System
This menu screen displays the make and model of the camera and lens being
used with the IQ2 back. Remember to check the camera rmware number
against the latest version. Go to www.phaseone.com/downloads to get
latest rmware version for the 645DF+ camera and IQ2 back.
7.2 Format Card
Select Format Card to erase all data on a memory card. Memory card
formatting is done in either FAT 16 or FAT 32 depending on card size. (IQ2
backs support CompactFlash cards formatted in both FAT 16 and FAT 32).
7.3 WiFi
All IQ2 digital backs can connect wirelessly with an iOS device like an iPad®
or iPhone®. Before you start, download and install Capture Pilot on your iOS
device from the Apple App Store.
There are two primary ways to connect your IQ2 digital back to an iOS device:
direct for a range of up to 8m/25ft or via a router for a range up to 30m/100ft.
Wireless camera operation is available using the optional Camera Control
feature. Please note an in-app purchase is required for Capture Control.
Connect directly using Adhoc mode
1. Go to Menu>WiFi>Mode and tap the Adhoc option. This will publish a
network with default name “PhaseOne[serial number]”
2. From the iPad®/iPhone®: General>WiFi>Connect to network:
“PhaseOne[serial number]”
3. Start Capture Pilot and select the “PhaseOne[serial number]” under
Local Servers
N.B In the iPad Wi-Fi settings use the > Icon to unfold the network settings
of the IQ2 network – then switch on the “Auto-Join” to ensure that the
connection will always reconnect if it looses connection.
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Setting up your IQ2 to connect via Router
1. Turn on WiFi: Menu>WiFi>Mode>On
2. Select network: Menu>WiFi>Select Network
3. Type user name and password as prompted from the network.
Connecting Capture Pilot to your IQ2 when using router:
1. From General>WiFi: Select same network as selected on IQ2
2. Open Capture Pilot.
3. Select “PhaseOne [seial number]” under Local Servers in Capture Pilot
To reset all WiFi settings, including all network settings and pin code use:
Menu>Restore to Default
On the IQ260 you can change the hostname, set a pin code or select
a specic network channel under: Menu>WiFi >Settings
N.B. Only basic ASCII (i.e. basic English) characters are supported
when working wirelessly with host names, user names and passwords.
Enabling Location Data in Capture Pilot
Location data is enabled inside the menu Wi > Setting > Capture Pilot >
Capture Pilot Permissions
1. Set the “Geotag captures” to “On”, to let the IQ2 back geotag captures when
connected wirelessly with Capture Pilot.
2. Set the “Geotag CF card” to “On”, to let the IQ2 back geotag images when
connecting after a shot or on all cards inserted into the CF slot
Tagging les with location data via Capture Pilot
You do not need to be connected to Capture Pilot while you shoot. With the
“Geotag CF card” turned on as described above, Capture Pilot can run in the
background on your iPhone/iPad without being connected to the IQ2 back.
To tag the les after the shoot, you then connect the IQ2 back, and all the
les on the CF-card are tagged with the corresponding coordinates matched
by the shooting time.
To get location data into your les after the shoot do the following.
1. Before Shooting - start Capture Pilot and click on the compass needle in
top right corner, so that it is enabled (orange).
2. Now you can just leave it running in the background until after the shoot.
3. Once you connect your IQ2 back to Capture Pilot – the les on the CF-card
in the IQ2 back will be tagged.
4. If you have multiple cards that you have captured to, you can just insert
the cards one by one. Capture Pilot and the IQ2 back will tag the les for you.
Conrmation that the les on the CF-Card are tagged
You will see this dialog on the IQ2 back when it is nished tagging the les.
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7.4 Power Management
The Power Management menu option has three criteria to help preserve
battery life and help keep operating temperatures low when working in hot
conditions.
Display O Time
Switch o the IQ’s display screen after 5 seconds, 20 seconds, 1 minute, 5
minutes. The display can also be set to remain permanently on while the IQ
is in operation with the Always On option.
Battery Charging
The IQ back has an integrated battery charger to ensure that the battery
is charged when shooting tethered via a USB or FireWire connection. This
function can be switched o or set to Slow or Fast. The Slow and O settings
should be chosen to preserve the battery life of a laptop when shooting
tethered.
N.B. The battery will only charge via a USB or FireWire connection when the
IQ back is switched on. Please note that most USB ports cannot provide
enough power to charge the battery inside the back while working or
while in standby, however battery life is prolonged during charging. This
is a limitation with the current USB2.0 and USB3.0 technology. If the back
is powered o while connected to USB, it will continue to charge. Battery
charging is indicated by an orange LED on the rear of the back when it has
been turned o.
Auto Power Down
Auto Power Down determines the amount of time before the IQ back shuts
down, when there is no activity. Choose 1 minute, 5 minutes, 30 minutes, 2
hours or deactivate this function by selecting O.
Press the Power button to switch on and restart the IQ back after it has shut
down.
Power-Up and Down from 645DF+
1. Turn on the 645DF+, and the IQ2 back will automatically power up.
2. Turn o power on the 645DF+ and the IQ2 back will power down after
10 seconds, unless it is interrupted manually on the screen or by pushing a
button.
This feature is not fail proof, and if operated quickly in sequence, the back
may not power on or o properly.
If you want to disable this feature - this can be acheived via the Power Man-
agement menu.
7.5 Check Disk
A disk check is performed on every memory card that is inserted into the IQ2
back. Phase One recommends leaving this feature turned on, to maximize
data security on the memory cards. This feature can be deactivated in this
menu. Read more about the Phase One Secure Storage System (3S) on page
56 of this User Guide.
7.6 Storage Mode
This option allows users to congure how an IQ2 back should store the
captures created. Auto is the default storage setting and it will detect and
automatically store images les to a memory card if it has been inserted in
the IQ2 back.
If the IQ2 back is being used to shoot tethered, it will store image les directly
to the computer via the connected USB2.0 or FireWire 800 cable. The USB2.0
or FireWire will have priority if a card is in the IQ2 back at the same time as it
is connected by USB2.0 or FireWire to a computer.
N.B The IQ2 back can be made to shoot to either CompactFlash or to a
computer, via a FireWire 800 or USB2.0 or cable, by selecting CF, USB2.0 or
FireWire respectively. An Error Message will appear on the IQ2 screen if the
IQ2 back is not tethered to a computer and the IQ2 card slot is empty.
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7.7 File Format
An IQ back can save les in two dierent formats; IIQ Raw L and IIQ Raw S.
IIQ stands for Intelligent Image Quality Raw. IIQ L is the default setting and it
is a lossless capture format. IIQ S is a smaller le that is not a totally lossless
format. The IIQ L is approximately 1/3 le size of a processed TIFF le. IIQ S is
approximately 1/5 of a processed TIFF.
7.8 Camera Mode
There are two primary choices in the Camera Mode menu. Mamiya mount IQ
backs have three choices. Select one of the following options:
Normal: The recommended default setting.
Aerial: This mode is design for highly specialist purposes only. It is not
recommended for use without consultation. Contact your Phase One dealer
to nd out more about the Aerial mode.
Warning! Images will be degraded in the Aerial mode unless used with
specialist hard/software.
RZ67ProIID: This mode is designed to optimize the IQ back’s operating
performance with the Mamiya RZ67 Pro IID camera body.
7.9 Shutter Latency
The IQ CCD is put to sleep to reduce power consumption when it is not in
use. The IQ needs to wake up before shooting and the timing of this wake
up signal is referred to as the Latency. The recommended setting is Normal
Latency if the IQ is used with the Phase One 645DF+. Only change to Zero
Latency if you work on technical, large format cameras or certain manual
cameras in special situations. Find out more in the Appendix from page 141.
7.10 Image Orientation
The Image Orientation function sets and stores the orientation of all
subsequently captured images. Select 0, 80, 180 or 270 to force the
back to mark images as captured with that orientation. The Auto setting
uses the back’s built in orientation sensor to determine the orientation
at the moment of capture. Changing this setting will not aect how
captured images are displayed on the LCD.
7.11 Auto Preview Mode
The Auto Preview option can be switched On or O. Select On to revert to a
Play mode when shooting. Select O to remain on the same display.
7.12 Display
The Display menu option has four options: Brightness, Display O Time,
Splash Screen and Background Image. (See below and page 88 for more de-
tails).
Brightness
Set the brightness of the preview LCD screen to suit ambient viewing
conditions. The default setting is 80% but in bright outdoor illumination
this can be increased up to 100%. Users may choose to lower the Brightness
when working in low light environments, such as a photographic studio.
Altering the Brightness setting will only aect the brightness of the screen.
It will NOT aect the Exposure Warning, Histogram and exposure of a nal
capture.
Display O Time
Switch o the IQ’s screen after 5 seconds, 20 seconds, 1 minute, 5 minutes.
The display can also be set to remain permanently on while the IQ is in
operation with the Always On option.
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Splash Screen
Follow the proceeding steps to customize the splash screen on the IQ back.
1.Save the image le to a maximum 800 x 480 pixels resolution (landscape
format). A smaller le will also be accepted and placed in the center of the
screen with the surrounding space lled with black.
2. Save the le as a 24 bit BMP or 24 bit TIF format le. Name the le ‘Splash’
followed by the le extension. E.g. Splash.bmp or Splash.tif.
3. Transfer the Splash.bmp or Splash.tif le onto a CompactFlash card. En-
sure it is not in any sub-folder.
4. Insert the CompactFlash card into the IQ back and select Menu > Display
> Splash Screen > Load from CF. An error screen will appear if the le is in a
sub-folder or named incorrectly.
5. A conrmation screen will appear stating that a ‘Successfully created new
splash screen’. The image will appear on-screen each time the IQ back is
switched on.
6. Select Set to Default to remove the selected splash screen and return to
a blank black splash screen. A conrmation screen will appear stating that a
‘Splashscreen set to default’.
Background Image
Customize the background image on the IQ back Home Screen.
1.Save the image le to a maximum 800 x 480 pixels resolution (landscape
format). A smaller le will also be accepted and placed in the center of the
screen with the surrounding space lled with black.
2. Save the le as a 24 bit BMP or 24 bit TIF format le. Name the le
‘backgrnd’ followed by the le extension. E.g. backgrnd.bmp or
backgrnd.tif. Transfer the backgrnd.bmp or backgrnd.tif le onto a Com-
pactFlash card. Ensure it is not in any sub-folder.
3. Insert the CompactFlash card into the IQ back and select Menu > Display
> Background Image > Load from CF. An error screen will appear if the le is
in a sub-folder or named incorrectly.
4. A conrmation screen will appear stating that a ‘Successfully created new
background’. The image will now appear on the Home Screen.
5. Select Set to Default to remove a background image and return to a blank
black Home Screen. A conrmation screen will appear stating ‘Background
image set to default’.
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7.13 Ready Beep
The IQ back will emit a small audio beep after every capture is taken. This
Ready Beep signals that a capture has been completed, and that the IQ back
is ready for next shot.
The Ready Beep can set to either None, Single or Multi. The default setting
is Single. Multi is ideal for use in noisy surroundings. None deactivates the
audio Beep noise.
7.14 Date and Time
Set the Date and Time to your local time zone. The default Date and Time
is GMT+1. Tap the screen and scroll through the numbers to attain the ap-
propriate date and time. Tap the check mark icon, which will appear in the
bottom right hand corner of the screen to conrm your entry. The time and
date is applied to the EXIF data in all les captured with the IQ back.
If the IQ back has been without power for a long period of time, it will auto-
matically ask you to set the time and date on the next occasion it is powered
up.
7.15 Language
Is it possible to change the default English language setting for the IQ user
interface and menu system to one of nine others including German, French,
Swedish, Italian, Spanish, Chinese (simplied), Japanese, Korean and Russian.
N.B. If a language is selected that is not understandable, select the menu op-
tion with the ‘(L)’ to reselect. (See example circled left)
7.16 Restore to Default
Select Restore to Default to restore the IQ unit back to its default factory
settings. Caution! All previous settings will be lost.
7.17 Firmware
It is important to keep the IQ’s rmware up-to-date to ensure you get new
features and remove any bugs or errors from previous rmware versions.
1. Download the latest rmware update from
www.phaseone.com/ downloads
2. Transfer the rmware (.fwr) le to a CompactFlash card and insert it into
the IQ’s card slot. Go to Menu > Firmware > Update Firmware. It is not pos-
sible to update the rmware unless the digital back battery is fully charged.
A warning screen will appear if the battery life is too low. (See far left). Tap
the green check mark to install the rmware. (See left).
3. Ensure that the IQ back has been removed from the camera. A progress
bar will appear on screen during installation.
4. A conrmation screen will appear once installation is complete. The IQ
back will automatically restart itself.
N.B. It is best practice to perform a hard reboot of the digital back after the
update is complete by unplugging and reinserting the battery.
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Restore Firmware
Select Restore Firmware to revert to the factory rmware version. (Camera
settings are not aected).
Dump Log
Select Dump Log to transfer Log information to a CompactFlash card for
analysis.
7.18 About
The About menu displays technical information about the hardware and em-
bedded rmware in the IQ back. This is especially useful if support is needed
or if you want to check if Phase One is oering a newer rmware update.
Please make a note of the About menu contents (see left) before contacting
your dealer or Phase One Support.
Scroll down the screen to reveal Internal technical data.
Scroll to the bottom of the screen to reveal Language version information.
8.0 IQ2 Digital Back Overview
1.0 1.0 1.0
53.7 x 40.4 mm 53.9 x 40.4 mm 53.7 x 40.3 mm
10328 x 7760 8984 x 6732 8964 x 6716
5162 x 3878 4490 x 3364 -
Full res.
5.2 x 5.2
Sensor+
10.4 x 10.4
Full res.
6 x 6
Sensor+
12 x 12
Full res.
6 x 6
80 20 60 15 60
35 - 800 140 - 3200 50 - 800 200 - 3200 200 - 3200
1/10,000 sec. - 2 minutes 1/10,000 sec. - 1 hour 1/10,000 sec. - 2 minutes
16bit-OptiColor +, 13 f-stops Dynamic Range 13 f-stops
0.7 0.9 1.0 1.4 1.0
1 GB Advanced high speed RAM
2.4 Ghz and 5Ghz; range up to 8 meters in Adhoc mode, up to 30 meters with Router.
3.2” touch screen with 1.15 megapixels, 290 ppi(dpi), 16 million colors, 170º viewing angle
Sensors
Lens Factor
CCD size effective
Active pixels full resolution
Active pixels Sensor+
Pixel size (micron)
Resolution (megapixels)
Light sensitivity (ISO)
Exposure time
Image quality
Capture time (frames per sec.*)
Image buffer
Wireless
Display
53.9 mm
40.4 mm
53.7 mm
40.4 mm
IQ280
The IQ280 is the pinnacle of image
quality. The highest resolution
captures of any commercially
available camera. The 80
megapixel captures, dynamic
range and unparalleled image
quality makes it ideal for a wide
array of disciplines.
IQ260
The IQ260 goes beyond the
norm; it’s made for extraordinary
captures. It can deliver long
exposures of up to one hour
and produce highly detailed
60 megapixel captures with
outstanding image quality that are
virtually noise free.
IQ260 Achromatic
The IQ260 Achromatic offers pure
black and white images; no lters
or interpolation applied. The 60
megapixel captures are stunning
and pin sharp. There are endless
opportunities to create very distinct
imagery both for artistic and
scientic purposes.
*) Maximum expected performance. The actual performance will be dependent on the camera model and on the camera and digital back capture modes.
Content is subject to change without notice
53.7mm
40.3 mm
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*) Maximum expected performance. The actual performance will be dependent on the camera model and on the camera and digital back capture modes.
**) Range up to 8 meters in Adhoc mode, up to 30 meters with Router. Content is subject to change without notice
IQ250
The IQ250 has the widest useable ISO
range of any high-end digital back. With
a 44 x 33 mm CMOS sensor, it can
deliver high quality, low noise captures
up to ISO 6400 and long exposures of
up to one hour. Unique images may be
captured in available light at anytime.
1.3
44 x 33 mm
8280 x 6208
-
Full res.
5.3 x 5.3
50
100 - 6400
1/10,000 sec. - 1 hour
14 f-stops
1.2
2 GB Advanced high speed RAM
2.4 Ghz and 5Ghz**
3.2” touch screen with 1.15 mega-
pixels
44 mm
33 mm
Sensors
Lens Factor
CCD size effective
Active pixels full resolution
Active pixels Sensor+
Pixel size (micron)
Resolution (megapixels)
Light sensitivity (ISO)
Exposure time
Image quality
Capture time (frames per sec.*)
Image buffer
Wireless
Display
8.0 IQ2 Digital Back Overview Continued 8.1 IQ280 Digital Back Specifications
80 megapixel resolution for extreme detail level
645 full-frame CCD
Built in wireless technology
Extreme 13 f-stops dynamic range
1.15 megapixel resolution 3.2” display with
vibrant colors
Touch screen functionality to pan, browse and
zoom up to 400%
IMAGING TECHNOLOGY
Sensor Full frame CCD
Lens factor 1.0 / Full frame
Resolution 80 megapixel
Active pixels 10320 x 7752 pixels
CCD size effective 53.7 mm x 40.4 mm
Pixel size 5.2 x 5.2 micron
Image ratio 4:3
Dynamic range 13 f-stops
OPERATING CONDITIONS
Temperature -10º to 50ºC (14º to 122ºF)
Humidity 15 to 80% RH (non-condensing)
IQ BACK MOUNTS
Phase One/ Mamiya Phase One 645DF+/AF
Mamiya 645DF+/AFDIII
Phase One H101 Hasselblad H1 and H2
Hasselblad V
Hasselblad 555ELD, 553ELX, 503CW
and 501CM
Via adaptor: Mamiya RZ67 Pro II
Mamiya RB67
Contax Contax 645AF
WIDE ANGLE & TECHNICAL CAMERAS
4 x 5” via FlexAdaptor: Arca Swiss, Cambo, Linhof, Toyo, Sinar,
Plaubel, Horseman.
SOFTWARE
Capture One 7.1 or later
CERTIFICATIONS
CE
STORAGE FILES
Phase Ones IIQ RAW le format speeds up the image capture and
le transfer. It increases the storage capacity by turning the full 16 bit
image data into a compact RAW le format.
The default IIQ RAW-large format is completely lossless.
COMPUTER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Mac
Fast Intel Core™ 2 Duo or later CPU, 4 GB RAM, Fast HDD:
RAID 0 congured systems for max per-formance, Nvidia
8800 series graphics card or newer
PC
Intel® Pentium® 4, 4 GB RAM, 64bit,10 GB free hard disk
space, IEEE 1394 interface, Windows XP®, Service Pack 3
or Windows Vista®, Service Pack 1
IQ280 FULL RESOLUTION CAPTURE MODE
Resolution 80 megapixel
Pixel size 5.2 x 5.2 micron
RAW le compression IIQ large: 80 MB
IIQ small: 54 MB
ISO 35, 50, 100, 200, 400, 800
SENSOR + CAPTURE MODE
Resolution 20 megapixel
Pixel size 10.4 x 10.4 micron
RAW le compression IIQ large: 20 MB
IIQ small : 13.5 MB
ISO 140, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200
OUTPUT FILES (VIA CAPTURE ONE)
Color depth 16 bit per color
Image le formats
All output formats of Capture One
are possible: TIFF-RGB, TIFF-CMYK,
JPEG
Color management RGB, Embedded ICC prole, CMYK
LCD SCREEN
Size 3.2”
Resolution 1.15 megapixel touch screen
Viewing angle 170º Content is subject to change without notice
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8.2 IQ260 Digital Back Specifications
60 megapixel full-frame 645 CCD
Designed for long exposure (up to one hour)
Built in wireless technology
Extreme 13 f-stops dynamic range
1.15 megapixel resolution 3.2” display with
vibrant colors
Touch screen functionality to pan, browse and
zoom up to 400%
IMAGING TECHNOLOGY
Sensor Full frame CCD
Lens factor 1.0 / Full frame
Resolution 60 megapixel
Active pixels 8984 x 6732 pixels
CCD size effective 53.9 mm x 40.4 mm
Pixel size 6 x 6 micron
Image ratio 4:3
Dynamic range 13 f-stops
OPERATING CONDITIONS
Temperature -10º to 50ºC (14º to 122ºF)
Humidity 15 to 80% RH (non-condensing)
IQ BACK MOUNTS
Phase One/ Mamiya Phase One 645DF+/AF
Mamiya 645DF+/ AFDIII
Phase One H101 Hasselblad H1 and H2
Hasselblad V
Hasselblad 555ELD, 553ELX, 503CW
and 501CM
Via adaptor: Mamiya RZ67 Pro II
Mamiya RB67
Contax Contax 645AF
WIDE ANGLE & TECHNICAL CAMERAS
4 x 5” via FlexAdaptor: Arca Swiss, Cambo, Linhof, Toyo, Sinar,
Plaubel, Horseman.
SOFTWARE
Capture One 7.1 or later
CERTIFICATIONS
CE
STORAGE FILES
Phase Ones IIQ RAW le format speeds up the image capture and
le transfer. It increases the storage capacity by turning the full 16 bit
image data into a compact RAW le format.
The default IIQ RAW-large format is completely lossless.
COMPUTER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Mac
Fast Intel Core™ 2 Duo or later CPU, 4 GB RAM, Fast HDD:
RAID 0 congured systems for max per-formance, Nvidia
8800 series graphics card or newer
PC
Intel® Pentium® 4, 4 GB RAM, 64bit,10 GB free hard disk
space, IEEE 1394 interface, Windows XP®, Service Pack 3
or Windows Vista®, Service Pack 1
IQ260 FULL RESOLUTION CAPTURE MODE
Resolution 60 megapixel
Pixel size 6 x 6 micron
RAW le compression IIQ large: 60 MB
IIQ small: 40 MB
ISO 50, 100, 200, 400, 800
Long exposure ISO 140, 200, 400, 800
SENSOR + CAPTURE MODE
Resolution 15 megapixel
Pixel size 12 x 12 micron
RAW le compression IIQ large: 15 MB
IIQ small : 10 MB
ISO 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200
OUTPUT FILES (VIA CAPTURE ONE)
Color depth 16 bit per color
Image le formats
All output formats of Capture One
are possible: TIFF-RGB, TIFF-CMYK,
JPEG
Color management RGB, Embedded ICC prole, CMYK
LCD SCREEN
Size 3.2”
Resolution 1.15 megapixel touch screen
Viewing angle 170º Content is subject to change without notice
8.3 IQ260 Achromatic Digital Back Specifications
60 megapixel monochrome full-frame 645 CCD
Designed for pure Black and White Photography
Built in wireless technology
Extreme 13 f-stops dynamic range
1.15 megapixel resolution 3.2” display with
vibrant colors
Touch screen functionality to pan, browse and
zoom up to 400%
IMAGING TECHNOLOGY
Sensor Full frame Monochrome CCD
Lens factor 1.0 / Full frame
Resolution 60 megapixel
Active pixels 8964 x 6716 pixels
CCD size effective 53.7 mm x 40.3 mm
Pixel size 6 x 6 micron
Image ratio 4:3
Dynamic range 13 f-stops
OPERATING CONDITIONS
Temperature -10º to 50ºC (14º to 122ºF)
Humidity 15 to 80% RH (non-condensing)
IQ BACK MOUNTS
Phase One/ Mamiya Phase One 645DF+/AF
Mamiya 645DF+/ AFDIII
Phase One H101 Hasselblad H1 and H2
Hasselblad V
Hasselblad 555ELD, 553ELX, 503CW
and 501CM
Via adaptor: Mamiya RZ67 Pro II
Mamiya RB67
Contax Contax 645AF
WIDE ANGLE & TECHNICAL CAMERAS
4 x 5” via FlexAdaptor: Arca Swiss, Cambo, Linhof, Toyo, Sinar,
Plaubel, Horseman.
SOFTWARE
Capture One 7.1 or later
CERTIFICATIONS
CE
STORAGE FILES
Phase Ones IIQ RAW le format speeds up the image capture and
le transfer. It increases the storage capacity by turning the full 16 bit
image data into a compact RAW le format.
The default IIQ RAW-large format is completely lossless.
COMPUTER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Mac
Fast Intel Core™ 2 Duo or later CPU, 4 GB RAM, Fast HDD:
RAID 0 congured systems for max per-formance, Nvidia
8800 series graphics card or newer
PC
Intel® Pentium® 4, 4 GB RAM, 64bit,10 GB free hard disk
space, IEEE 1394 interface, Windows XP®, Service Pack 3
or Windows Vista®, Service Pack 1
IQ260 ACHROMATIC FULL RESOLUTION CAPTURE MODE
Resolution 60 megapixel
Pixel size 6 x 6 micron
RAW le compression IIQ large: 60 MB
IIQ small: 40 MB
ISO 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200
OUTPUT FILES (VIA CAPTURE ONE)
Color depth 16 bit Monochromatic Black and
White
Image le formats
All output formats of Capture One
are possible: TIFF-RGB, TIFF-CMYK,
JPEG
LCD SCREEN
Size 3.2”
Resolution 1.15 megapixel touch screen
Viewing angle 170º
Content is subject to change without notice
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8.4 IQ250 Digital Back Specifications
50 megapixel CMOS sensor
Amazing ISO sensitivity (ISO 100 - 6400)
Designed for long exposure (up to one hour)
Built in wireless technology
Extreme 14 f-stops dynamic range
1.15 megapixel resolution 3.2” display with
vibrant colors
Touch screen functionality with uid and
responsive live view
IMAGING TECHNOLOGY
Sensor CMOS
Lens factor 1.3
Resolution 50 megapixel
Active pixels 8280 x 6208 pixels
CCD size effective 44 mm x 33 mm
Pixel size 5.3 x 5.3 micron
Image ratio 4:3
Dynamic range 14 f-stops
RAW le compression IIQ large: 50 MB
IIQ small: 33 MB
ISO 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400
OPERATING CONDITIONS
Temperature 0º to 40ºC (32º to 104ºF)
Humidity 15 to 80% RH (non-condensing)
IQ BACK MOUNTS
Phase One/ Mamiya Phase One 645DF+
Mamiya 645DF+
Phase One H101 Hasselblad H1 and H2
Hasselblad V
Hasselblad 555ELD, 553ELX, 503CW
and 501CM
Via adaptor: Mamiya RZ67 Pro IID
Mamiya RB67
Contax Contax 645AF
WIDE ANGLE & TECHNICAL CAMERAS
Via optional adapter for: Alpa, Arca Swiss, Cambo, Linhof, Toyo,
Sinar, Plaubel, Horseman.
SOFTWARE
Capture One 7.2 or later
CERTIFICATIONS
CE, FCC
STORAGE FILES
Phase Ones IIQ RAW le format speeds up the image capture and
le transfer. It increases the storage capacity by turning the full size
image data into a compact RAW le format.
The default IIQ RAW-large format is completely lossless.
COMPUTER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Mac
Intel Core™ 2 Duo or later CPU, 4 GB RAM, 10 GB free
hard disk space, Monitor with resolution of 1280 x 800, Mac
OS X 10.9.1 or later, 10.8.5, 10.7.5, 10.6.8.
PC
Intel Core™ 2 Duo, 4 GB RAM, 64bit,10 GB free hard disk
space, Monitor with resolution of 1280 x 800, IEEE 1394
interface, Windows® 8 64bit, Windows® 7 64bit, Windows
Vista® SP2 64bit.
INTERFACES
Ports FireWire, USB2/USB3
Wireless 2.4 Ghz and 5Ghz
Wireless range Up to 8 meter in Adhoc mode
Up to 30 meter with Router
Wireless security WPA/WPA2 or EAP and optional
4-digit PIN code
Supported devices iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
Optimized for iPhone 5.
OUTPUT FILES (VIA CAPTURE ONE)
Image le formats 8 or 16 bit TIFF-RGB, TIFF-CMYK,
JPEG
Color management RGB, Embedded ICC prole, CMYK
LCD SCREEN
Size 3.2”
Resolution 1.15 megapixel touch screen
Viewing angle 170º
Content is subject to change without notice
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9.0 Advanced 645DF+ Camera Functions
9.1 Exposure Compensation
In situations providing extreme high contrast, the resulting photograph
may be under or overexposed. When this occurs, use the Exposure
Compensation function. Exposure Compensation can also be used
when you want to intentionally create overexposed or underexposed
pictures.
N.B. Creating an under or overexposed image can also be eectivity achieved
with the High Dynamic Range Tool and Exposure Tool in Capture One.
The exposure compensation dial icon:
1. Press the Exposure Compensation button [A] so that icon appears on the
camera’s top LCD. When the front or rear dial is turned counter-clockwise, the
exposure is increased and when it is turned clockwise, it is decreased. The
exposure compensation value can be checked on the external LCD or LCD
inside the viewnder.
2. After taking the pictures, press the Exposure Compensation button
[A] again to return the exposure compensation value to 0. The exposure
compensation value mark on the external LCD is cleared and the
exposure compensation function is released.
NOTE:
After taking pictures using the Exposure
Compensation feature, be sure to return
the exposure compensation dial to the 0
position.
The exposure compensation feature is
available during AE locked operation.
The width of the exposure compensation
step can be changed.
The maximum amount of the compensation
can be set either at ±3 or ±5.
Exposure mode Exposure compensation display
PProgram AE
The set value is displayed
Av Aperture Value Priority
Tv Time Value Priority
MManual Mode
The dierence between the metered
value and the set
Exposure value is displayed
XSync Mode Not displayed
P
Av
Tv
M
X
CF
C1
C2
C3
A
9.2 AE Lock
AE lock function is useful in a number of shooting scenarios but is
particularly useful when capturing panoramic images where a
consistent exposure is needed to seamlessly stick images together in
post production.
The AEL button will lock the Auto-exposure value as the photo is being
recomposed.
1. Turn the shutter release mode selector lever to S or C.
2. Turn the exposure mode setting dial and select P, Av or Tv.
3. Focus on the subject for metering exposure, and press the AEL
button on the rear of the grip. [ ] Will appear on the viewnder LCD,
indicating that the exposure value is locked.
4. Slide the camera to recompose the shot, and take the picture.
When you press and hold AEL button the over/under exposure value
will be shown to the far right in the viewnder LCD.
NOTE:
[ ] in the viewnder LCD blinks to indicate
the exposure is locked, when you continue to
take the next picture in the AE lock mode.
If you turn the shutter release mode selector
lever to the L (power OFF) position, or after
elapse of one hour, the AE lock mode will
automatically be cancelled.
In the Manual M exposure mode, you cannot
use the AE lock function.
When the dierence between the metered
value and the set value is displayed, press the
AEL button [A] for approximately one second,
and one-push shift function will be activated
and the camera will automatically adjust the
shutter speed.
P
Av
Tv
M
X
CF
C1
C2
C3
A
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9.3 Metered-Value Dierence Indicator
Keep pressing the AEL button [A] and the dierence between the metered
exposure value and the exposure of the new composition will be displayed
on the viewnder LCD. This function can be used to see if an object of very
dierent brightness levels can be properly photographed.
If the dierence between the set value and the metered value exceeds
6EV, the viewnder LCD blinks “– u –” for underexposure and “– o – ”
for overexposure.
By turning the front or rear dial in the AE lock mode, you can change
the aperture and shutter speed value without changing the exposure
value that is set when entered into AE lock mode.
In the P mode (Program AE) mode, turning either the front or rear dial
shifts the program to PH and PL. When in Av (Aperture priority AE) or Tv
Shutter priority AE), turning one of the dials changes both the aperture
and shutter speed values.
NOTE:
The way to cancel the AE lock can be
changed. C-11 AEL function lock/unlock mode
[AEL]
Half-pressing of he shutter release button
can activate the AE lock mode. C-10 Release
button [HALF]
The assignment of the AEL button and AFL
button can be swapped by using C-09 AEL &
AFL button [AEFL]
Exposure compensation and auto-
bracketing function can be used when the
camera is in the AE lock mode in normal
operation or with the mirror locked up.
P
Av
Tv
M
X
CF
C1
C2
C3
A
9.4 Auto Bracketing
Auto Bracketing can be used when it is dicult to determine your
exposure compensation value. This function automatically captures
dierent exposure variations in succession. The bracketing margin can
be selected as desired for shooting in Auto Bracketing mode.
1. Turn the Shutter Release Mode Lever to the S or C position.
When set at the S position, you can shoot a single frame with each full
press of the Shutter Release button. In the C mode, the camera takes
a series of three frames successively with one press of the shutter
release button.
2. Turn on Auto Bracketing by pressing the Auto Bracketing button[A]
for approximately one second. The Auto Bracketing icon will blink on
the top LCD panel. Turn the front dial (before this indicator times out)
and change OF on the display to On.
3. When the shutter button is pressed in Auto Bracketing mode, the
auto bracketing mark will blink on the LCD inside the viewnder. The
bracket step width is displayed and the Auto Bracketing icon will also
blink.
4. To deactivate the bracketing function, press the Auto Bracketing
set button[A], turn the rear dial, set auto bracketing mode to OF, and
release.
Then press the Auto Bracketing set button [A] or half-press the shutter button
to return to the normal display mode.
NOTE:
When you want to cancel the auto-
bracketing mode, turn the rear dial to
change “On” to “OF”
NOTE:
After multiple turns, the mark [RP] will appear
in the main LCD.
Repeat turning will lead to a countdown
being displayed on the main LCD and after
taking a photo the camera will return to Auto
Bracketing mode.
The setting for the Auto Bracketing will be
stored by pressing any other button or leaving
the camera for 5 seconds.
Underexposure
Bracketing Margin
Overexposure
Auto Bracketing Icon
Standard
Setting selection
P
Av
Tv
M
X
CF
C1
C2
C3
A
P
Av
Tv
M
X
CF
C1
C2
C3
P
Av
Tv
M
X
CF
C1
C2
C3
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Single-Frame Mode (S)
Press the shutter release button for each shot. The camera meters
adequate exposure value for each shot and performs Auto Bracketing.
The camera stays in the Auto Bracketing mode until you cancel the
Auto Bracketing mode manually.
Continuous Mode (C)
By pressing the shutter release button once, the camera takes 3 shots
in series. With each full press of the shutter release button, the camera
repeats auto-bracketing. The standard (normal) exposure value will be
xed when you take the rst frame.
Cancelling Auto Bracketing
When you want to cancel the auto-bracketing mode, turn the rear dial
to change “On” to “OF”.
NOTE:
When exposure compensation is initiated
by pressing the exposure compensation
button, shooting in Auto Bracketing mode
is possible using the exposure value to
which the exposure compensation value
has been added.
Exposure Mode Setting
PProgram AE Shutter speed varies
Av Aperture Priority AE Shutter speed varies
Tv Shutter Priority AE Aperture varies
MManual Mode Shutter speed varies
XX-sync mode No setting
AE Settings Under Auto-bracketing Mode 9.5 Taking Photos with the Mirror Up
This function prevents mirror-caused vibrations which may blur an image
when shutter speed is slow. A electromagnetic Cable Release RE401
(optional) is recommended to use with the mirror-up function.
1. Set the drive dial to M.UP.
2. Select S (single focus mode) by turning the focus mode selector lever.
3. Turn the exposure dial to P, Av or Tv exposure mode.
4. Ensure the subject is in focus and that composition and exposure
have been determined.
5. The mirror moves up when the shutter release button is fully pressed.
6. Press the shutter release button again to take pictures.
In the Manual Mode
Follow steps 1 through 3 of the above auto focusing steps and continue
with the steps below.
1-3 (reference steps 1-3 in the Mirror Up Autofocus method)
4. Set the focus mode selector lever to M (manual focus mode). Turn
the lens-focusing ring to focus.
5. Determine the exposure, focusing and frame structure by pressing
the shutter release button halfway while looking into the viewnder.
6. Lock the mirror up by pressing the shutter release button.
7. Press the shutter release button again to take pictures.
NOTE:
Auto bracketing exposures can be made
when the auto bracketing mode is set before
taking photos with mirror up.
After 10 seconds, mirror up photography will
be cancelled
The mirror will return to the original position
if the lens is removed from the camera body
WARNING:
DO NOT point the lens at the sun during
the Mirror Up mode. The sun’s intense light
can scorch and damage the shutter curtain.
C
S
M.UP
L
P
Av
Tv
M
X
CF
C1
C2
C3
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9.6 Mirror Up Delay
To change from the Self-timer to the Mirror Up setting, press the shutter
button so the mirror goes into the upright position. Once the set time has
expired the shutter will release, and the mirror will return to the lowered
position. Separately purchased electronic cable release RE401 can be used
to eliminate camera shake.
When using autofocus the operational method is the same as 1 to 3
when using M.UP and autofocus.
1-3 (reference steps 1-3 in the Mirror Up Autofocus method).
4. Press the Self-timer button and turn the front dial to ON.
5. Turn the rear dial to select the time needed. 0.5/1 seconds to 10 seconds
allows for increases by the second, 10 to 90 seconds increases by 10 seconds
per turn. For 2 to 10 minutes the value increased by the minute and 10 to 60
minutes increases by 10 minutes per turn.
6. Line up the photograph through the viewnder and half press the
shutter button to ensure the focus and framing is correct.
7. Full-press the shutter button and the mirror will go to the upper position,
then after the set time the shutter will release and the mirror will return to
the lowered position.
Electronic Shutter Release Contact
For Mirror Up, long exposure, or slow shutter shooting, use the
electromagnetic cable release 70258 (1 meter) or 70259 (5 meters). The
multi-pin remote terminal on the side of the camera is covered by a cap that
protects the contacts when not in use. Please remove cap and insert the
remote plug carfeully until it ‘clicks’ into postion.
Eyepiece Shutter
Close the eyepiece shutter when there is a strong light source behind
the camera.
P
Av
Tv
M
X
CF
C1
C2
C3
P
Av
Tv
M
X
CF
C1
C2
C3
80mm
1:28
MF
AF
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20
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9.7 Bulb Mode & Long Exposure
To make an exposure longer than 30 seconds, adjust the shutter speed
to “B” (bulb). In order to prevent camera shake, use the RE401 or RS402
electromagnetic shutter release and tripod.
1. Turn the exposure mode dial to M (manual mode).
2. Turn the front dial to select ‘bulb’, then turn the rear dial to set the
aperture.
3. Determine the composition, focus and then take the picture. The
shutter remains open as long as the shutter release button is pressed.
Setting Long Exposures
When photographing under normal conditions, the shutter speed can
be adjusted for longer exposures.
Turn the front dial for shooting time settings. New time settings include 1,
bulb, tIME (Time), 2, 4, 8, 15, 30, 60.
9.8 Camera Display Light
Press the backlight button [A] to illuminate the top display panel to use
the camera in the dark. The backlight will go on for approximately 20 seconds
and turn o unless it is pressed again.
The backlight will be lit for approximately another 10 seconds when
operating the camera.
NOTE:
When releasing the shutter, or pressing the
backlight button [A] while the backlight is
on, the backlight will go OFF.
Choose the time of display light. C-03
Sleeptimer [HOLd]
NOTE:
As the camera is electronically controlled
even during exposures, it is recommended
to replace batteries before bulb exposure.
NOTE:
Using “tIME” (Time) setting, the shutter will
open and close according to the number of
times you press it.
“tIME” (Time) photography is electronically
controlled so it is possible that the batteries
will drain quickly. In the case, please replace
the batteries with new ones.
P
Av
Tv
M
X
CF
C1
C2
C3
P
Av
Tv
M
X
CF
C1
C2
C3
A
T
v
Av
X
M
CF
P
C2
C3
C1
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9.9 Front/Rear Dial Lock Mechanisms
When the Electronic Dial Lock is On, all currently set values in Av (Aperture
Priority AE), Tv (Shutter Priority AE) and M (Manual mode) cannot be adjusted
with the front or rear dials. This prevents accidental change of shutter speed
or aperture values.
Press down the two lock buttons [A] and [B] at the same time for
approximately one second, until the On indicator blinks.
To release the mode, hold down the same buttons until OF blinks.
The icon is displayed on the main LCD to indicate that operation of the
front and rear dials is locked.
When the dial lock is ON, the shutter speed and aperture will not change
even if you turn the front or rear dial.
When you activate the electronic dial lock, and then operate the
electronic dial, the dial lock indicator on the main panel blinks for three
seconds to show that the electronic dial lock is functioning.
NOTE:
The setting will be stored after one second.
Dial lock can not be set when the exposure
mode is P (program AE).
Even while dial lock is set, the front dial or
rear dial can still be used to perform the
various settings. (Dial lock is temporarily
released.)
P
Av
Tv
M
X
CF
C1
C2
C3
P
Av
Tv
M
X
CF
C1
C2
C3
P
Av
Tv
M
X
CF
C1
C2
C3
A
B
9.10 Self-Timer Mode
The default setting for the Self-Timer mode to release the shutter is 10
seconds after the shutter release button is pressed. The self timer lamp
ashes slowly for the rst 7 seconds, and then ashes quickly for the
last 3 seconds before the shutter is released. This function can be used
to avoid camera shake, to take group photos or for self-portraiture.
1. Mount the camera on a tripod.
2. Switch the shutter release mode selector to the (self timer mode).
3. Turn the front dial, and set the self-timer mode to ON.
4. Check the view by looking through the viewnder. Make sure that the
focus is correct, press the shutter release button and the shutter will be
released after 10 seconds.
Changing the Self-Timer Duration
1. Press the Self-Timer button to activate this function.
2. Turn the rear dial to change the duration of the Self-Timer. 0.5/1
seconds to 10 seconds allows for increases by the second, while 10
to 90 seconds increases by 10 seconds per turn. For 2 to 60 minutes
increases by 10 minutes per turn.
Releasing Self-Timer mode
1. Press the Self-Timer button to activate this function.
2. Turn the front dial to “OF”
NOTE
To release the self timer while it is operating,
turn o the power (by setting the drive dial
to L)
NOTE:
In the Self-timer setting, put the drive
dial to M.UP (mirror up) mode. Should
you wish to operate with mirror up and
delay, simply switch the drive dial to M.UP
(mirror up) mode in the Self-timer setting.
P
Av
Tv
M
X
CF
C1
C2
C3
P
Av
Tv
M
X
CF
C1
C2
C3
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9.11 Interval Photography
Interval photography can used for a variety of shooting scenarios such
as such as to capture cloud movement or a ower coming into bloom.
1. Ensure the camera is rmly secured on a tripod.
2. Press and Self-Timer button twice.
3. Turn the front dial to display interval mode as On.
4. Turn the rear dial to set the interval time. Settings include 0 seconds
(no interval time), 1 to 10 seconds (increased by the second), 10 to 90
seconds (increased in units of 10 seconds), 2 to 10 minutes (increased
by the minute) or 10 to 60 minutes (increased in units of 10 minutes per
turn).
5. Turn the front dial to the repeat mode to select how many shots you
want in your interval session, 1-10, or up to 60 in intervals of 10. If you
want to make a motion lm of your session and need more images, try
shooting tethered to a computer and set the interval to ON. The camera
will do a shot until you stop the session. Remember to leave enough
free hard disk space on your computer.
7. Check the focus and framing in the viewnder then press the shutter.
Cancelling Interval Mode
1. Press the interval mode button for interval mode.
2. Turn the front dial to “OF”
NOTE:
Repeat turning (according to the number of
times) will lead to a countdown appearing
in the display.
After setting the interval photography, turn
the drive dial to “M.UP” (mirror up mode)
and you can operate in mirror up delay
mode. While photographing in this setting
the “AEL” will be displayed on the main LCD.
When using auto bracketing, the interval
function cannot be used at the same time.
P
Av
Tv
M
X
CF
C1
C2
C3
P
Av
Tv
M
X
CF
C1
C2
C3
P
Av
Tv
M
X
CF
C1
C2
C3
9.12 Depth of Field
Depth of eld (D.O.F.) is dened as the zone of sharpness before and
behind the plane of focus. It depends on distance to subject, focal
length of lens, aperture setting and distance the lens is focused at.
In addition to visual observation via the depth of eld preview button,
the D.O.F. can be determined by using the depth of eld scale on each
lens. The f/stop numbers appear on both the right and left side of the
white index mark in the center of the scale. Simply read the gures
which appear above the f/stop numbers on the distance scale of the
lens.
Depth of Field Preview Button
When the preview button is pressed in, the depth of eld for the aperture
set on the camera can be checked by looking through the viewnder.
After focusing, press the preview button. The diaphragm will be stopped
down to the set aperture.
Web Resources
http://www.cambridgeincolour.com/tutorials/depth-of-eld.htm
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Depth_of_eld
NOTE:
While operating the preview button, you
cannot release the shutter
When the aperture is open (the subject depth is small)
When the aperture is stopped down (the subject depth is large)
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9.13 Infrared Photography
Infrared Photography is complicated when using digital backs, as the
digital back is adjusted to match the viewable light perfectly.
Use a dedicated digital back for infrared photography. The IQ back needs
to be adjusted to work properly for infrared photography. DO NOT TRY THIS
AT HOME!
– All corrections in this area must be done by Phase One to ensure
precision. If you remove the protective glass or make other physical
adjustments on the back the warranty will immediately be void.
If you are considering Infrared Photography, please contact your local Phase
One dealer for technical advice and pricing.
Infrared light has a slightly dierent area of sharpness compared to the
viewable light so when the distance is set on the lens, you should always
manually correct sharpness, to be aligned with the red dot.
Do not use your camera’s light meter when photographing infrared, as
the light meter is aimed towards reading the visible light.
NOTE:
You cannot take photos in AE modes when
using an infrared lm as the AE is based on
visible light.
9.14 Custom Function
The custom functions can store separate three dierent camera set-
ups. When at C-00, chose 1 (A), 2 (B), or 3 (C) to store a specic set
of user function selections for the group of custom settings from C-01
to C-19.
The C-00 is set to 0 which is the settings used for the default set.
Setting Custom Functions
1. Turn on the power.
Turn the shutter release mode lever to the S or C position.
2. Turn the exposure mode dial to select CF (Custom Function mode).
3. Turn the rear dial to select the settings for user A, B, or C.
4. Turn the front dial to select the item you want to set.
Clear all Custom Functions
Set mode dial button to CF, then press +/- button for 5 seconds, this
will reset ALL Custom Functions to the factory default.
Setting Custom Functions to Default
1. By turning the exposure mode dial, CF (custom function mode) can
be selected.
2. By turning the rear dial, user A, B or C can be selected.
3. Press and hold down set button (for longer than 1 second) and
settings for A,B,C can be initialized, or the settings can be returned to
“default”.
P
Tv
Av
M
X
CF
C1
C2
C3
P
Tv
Av
M
X
CF
C1
C2
C3
P
Av
Tv
M
X
CF
C1
C2
C3
P
Tv
Av
M
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C2
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9.15 Types of Custom Functions
C-00 Custom functions prole [SEL]
0: None (default=0)
1: A
2: B
3: C
When “0” has been selected and set, none of the custom items can
be set.
C-01 EV-Steps [StEP]
This function is used to set the size of increments concerning the
shutter speed, f-number and exposure compensation value.
0: 0.3 (1/3EV step: default setting)
1: 0.5 (1/2EV step)
2: 1.0 (1EV step)
C-02 Lens change [IrIS]
This function is used to set the f-number display method for the
previously used lens when the lenses have been interchanged. The
default setting is “0” in which case the f-number of the lens prior to
the changeover is displayed.
0: Previous f-number
1: Maximum aperture setting
2: Minimum aperture setting
C-03 Sleeptimer [HOLd]
This function is used to set the time for sleep mode to be established
after the camera’s power is turned on. The default setting is 15
seconds.
0: 15 seconds
1: 30 seconds
2: 60 seconds
3: Disabled
The batteries will continuously lose power when “On” (no sleep mode)
has been set.
C-04 Battery Type [batt]
This function is used to set the batteries used in the camera so that the
remaining battery charge will be displayed correctly on the external LCD
panel.
0: Alkaline
1: NiCd, NiMH, Li–ion
2: Li-ION (Only for use with Li-Ion battery Kit or Vertical Grip)
C-05 Bracketing [Stno]
Setting bracket’s width for auto bracketing setting
0: 3 Exposures
1: 5 Exposures
2: 7 Exposures
C-06 Front/Rear dial [dF]
This function is used to interchange the functions of the front and rear
dials in the M (manual mode).
0: Front dial: TV, rear dial: Av [OF]
1: Front dial: AV rear dial: Tv [On]
C-07 Rear dial in P mode [d_AC]
Initializing the P mode on the rear dial then changing the function to the
front dial will cancel out P mode function on the rear dial.
0: Enable
1: Disable
C-08 Dial Direction [d_dl]
This function is used to determine the direction in which the electronic dial
is to be rotated to increase and decrease shutter speed, the f-number,
and exposure compensation.
0: CW: Decrease [OF]
1: CW: Increase [On]
C-09 AEL & AFL button [AEFL]
This function is used to set whether to interchange the operations of
the front and rear AEL and AFL buttons.
0: Default setting (front: AFL, rear: AEL) [OF]
1: Switched (front AEL, rear: AFL) [On]
C-10 Release button [HALF]
This function is used to set the AE lock and AF operations when the shutter
release button is half-pressed.
0: AF operation (default setting)
1: AF & AE operation
2: Only shutter release
C-11 AEL function lock/unlock mode [AEL]
This function is used to set the method of operating the AEL button
to lock AE. At the default setting, when the AEL button is pressed,
AE is locked; pressing the button again releases the AE lock. At the
“1” setting (released after one shot), after AE lock is set, it is released
when the shutter is triggered. At the “2” setting, AE lock is only kept
while the AE lock button is being pressed.
0: One shot
1: Continuous
2: While pressed
C-12 AFL [AFL]
This function is used to set the AF lock method when the AFL button
is operated. AF >< Lock is activated with one press of the auto-lock
button then deactivated with a second press.
0: While pressed (default setting)
1: AF operation
2: Continuous
C-13 M-mode AEL [OnEP]
When using M (manual mode) one push function, the shutter speed
or aperture value can be set automatically by pressing AEL button.
0: Shutter speed shift [tv]
1: Aperture value shift [Av]
2: No [no]
C-14 AF assist setting [AF_L]
The AF auxiliary light res automatically when the subject is too dark
to perform AF, but this function can be used to prevent the AF auxiliary
light from ring.
0: On [On]
1: O [OF]
C-15 Flash sync. [FLSY]
When shooting moving subjects with ash you can set the synchronization
timing. This allows you to have the ash re at the beginning of the exposure
or at the end of the exposure.
0: First (default setting)
1: Second
C-16 Beep [bu]
When the SET button is pressed a beep sounds
0: ON (AF) (Default setting)
1: ON
2: OFF
C-17 Shutter TV, AV & P [Sh_P]
When using P, Av or Tv mode and the leaf shutter lens is attached but
you prefer to use the focal plane shutter.
0: Mixed. Default (Focal Plane shutter operation at < 1S)
1: Leaf shutter
2: Focal plane shutter
C-18 Shutter in M & X [Sh]
When initializing the setting, use of the lens shutter (and its respective
ranges) or the focal plane shutter can be chosen when the leaf shutter
lens is attached.
0: Mixed. Default (Focal Plane shutter operation at < 1S)
1: Leaf shutter
2: Focal plane shutter
C-19 AF Priority [AF_2]
Accuracy of auto-focusing priority (default setting) or speed priority can
be decided. Use the front dial to scroll to Custom function 19 and the
rear dial to set AF Priority to one of the following:
00: Speed
01: Accuracy
Please note: On IQ, P 65+ or P 40+ digital backs, this CF function can
also be set from within the digital back menu system: Menu > 645DF >
Setup Custom A > AF priority
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C-20 AF Fine Tune
Use the front dial to scroll to Custom function 20. Use the rear dial to ne-
tune the focus point on a subject that is closer or further away from the
camera.
50: Neutral factory calibration
Minus: Move AF point closer
Plus: Move AF point further away
C-97 Support for Mamiya ZD backs
This function should ONLY be activated when shooting on a Mamiya
ZD back.
0: Default setting NO Mamiya ZD back on the camera body
1: Mamiya ZD back on camera body
C-98 Lens rmware version
The current rmware version can be checked.
C-99 Body rmware version
The current rmware version of the body can be checked.
Liquid Crystal Display
Due to the limitations of the space and letters, words and letters on
the LCD are abbreviated.
Display examples of the main LCD
Display examples in the custom function mode
Custom Functions overview
No. Item Initial setting (0) 1 2 3
C-00 Custom Function User Last used User A User B User C
C-01 Steps of aperture, shutter speed,
Exposure compensation
0.3
1/3 EV step
0.5
1/2EV step
1.0
1 EV step
C-02 Aperture setting after lens change Previous aperture value Maximum aperture
setting
Minimum aperture setting
C-03 Time to sleep 15 sec 30 sec. 60 sec. ON
C-04 Battery type Alkaline NiMH or NiCD Future feature
C-05 Auto Bracketing steps 3 5 7
C-06 Front/Rear dial function exchange in
manual mode
Front: TV
Rear : AV
Front:Av
Rear :Tv
C-07 Disable Rear dial in P mode Yes No
C-08 Dial Function direction No switching Switched
CCW : Increase
CW : Decrease
C-09 AEL & AFL button exchange Front: AFL
Rear : AEL
Front: AEL
Rear : AFL
C-10 Shutter half-press function AF operation AF operation &
AE Lock
OFF
(no function)
C-11 AEL function lock/unlock mode Continuous One shot While the shutter button is
pressed
C-12 AFL lock mode setting Set with AF lock only AF operation Continuous
C-13 One push function M-Mode Shutter speed shift Aperture value shift O
C-14 AF assist beam Fires Does not re
C-15 Flash sync. timing Front Curtain Rear Curtain
C-16 Beep ON (AF) ON OFF
C-17 Choose shutter function (P, Av or Tv mode) Mixed. (When inside the range of
the leaf shutter lens)
Only Leaf shutter Only Focal plane shutter
C-18 Shutter function in Manual mode Mixed. (When inside the range of
the leaf shutter lens)
Only Leaf shutter Only Focal plane shutter
C-19 AF Speed High Speed mode High accuracy mode
C-20 AF Fine Tune 50: Neutral Minus. (Move focal point closer) Plus (Move focal point further away)
C-97 Mamiya ZD digital back support NO Mamiya ZD back Mamiya ZD back
C-98 Lens Firmware version
C-99 Body Firmware version
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9.16 Custom Dial Modes C1, C2 or C3
Mode dial options C1, C2 and C3 can be used to store preferred
settings.
These settings can be changed instantly to suit the photographer's
needs. Users can change the settings on the camera body or via an IQ
back.
Programmable settings are exposure mode, P (program AE), Av
(aperture priority AE), Tv (shutter speed priority AE), X (synchro mode),
M (manual mode) and spot metering.
Programming the Custom Dial Modes C1, C2 or C3 via the camera body
1. Go to the setting you wish to assign to C1, C2 or C3.
2. After arriving at the setting you wish to assign, hold the SET button
down while turning the mode dial to C1, C2 or C3. When you release the
SET button, the chosen setting will be programmed to your selection
of C1, C2 or C3.
C1, C2 or C3 modes can be changed while photographing. However after
taking a photo in a mode other than the modes selected in C1, C2 or C3,
when you turn the dial back to a C mode setting the change will not be
saved.
NOTE:
Even when the power is switched o,
the mode recorded will still be saved to
C mode.
P
Av
Tv
M
X
CF
C1
C2
C3
A
v
M
T
v
X
CF
P
C1
C2
C2
1
2
3
4
* The illustration shows the exposure mode Av (aperture priority AE)
being recorded to C2.
9.17 Lenses and Multi Mount
When it comes to lenses, Phase One provides the widest range of
possibilities to ensure photographers get the most creative freedom
from their Phase One camera.
This chapter looks at some possible lens systems. However, it is
worth noting that there are even more applicable lenses available than
presented in the upcoming pages. User can nd more information from
dedicated Phase One dealers on items such as mount-adaptors for
example the Phase One Multi-Mount.
N.B. Errors or damage caused by third party products are not covered
by the warranty. Please test new products with caution.
9.18 Functions of the Phase One Lens
The Phase One 80mm f/2.8 is a sharp and well tested digital lens. The
lens is mounted by aligning the white dot on the lens with the white dot
on the camera body. Carefully mount the lens by turning it clockwise,
until a click is heard. If you feel resistance or if you hear a scratching-
like sound stop and retry – NEVER use force when mounting the lens
as it should always slide into place without resistance.
9.19 Function of the Phase One Lens Adaptor
To mount the Phase One Multi-Mount, match the white dot on the camera
up with the white dot on the Multi-Mount and turn slowly clockwise.
NEVER use force to mount the ring. When the Phase One Multi-Mount is
mounted you can t Carl Zeiss/Hasselblad V and Hasselblad 200series
lenses on the camera.
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9.20 List of Alternative Lenses
Recommended Digital lenses
Producer Specs Limitations Adaptor/Mount Notice
Mamiya 28 f.4,5 AFD Mamiya 645AFD Sekor
Mamiya 75-150 f.4,5 Mamiya 645AFD Sekor
Mamiya 35 f.3,5 Mamiya 645AFD
Mamiya 45 f.2,8 Mamiya 645AFD
Mamiya 55 f.2,8 Mamiya 645AFD
Mamiya 150 f.3,5 Mamiya 645AFD
Mamiya 210 f.4,0 Mamiya 645AFD ULD
Mamiya 300 f.4,5 Mamiya 645AFD APO
Mamiya 55-110 f.4,5 Mamiya 645AFD
Mamiya 105-210 f.4,5 Mamiya 645AFD ULD
Schneider Kreutnach 55 f.2,8 Mamiya 645AFD Leafshutter
Schneider Kreutnach 80 f.2,8 Mamiya 645AFD Leafshutter
Schneider Kreutnach 110 f.2,8 Mamiya 645AFD Leafshutter
Recommended MF lenses
Producer Specs Limitations Adaptor/Mount Notice
Mamiya A 500 f.4,5 1+2 Mamiya 645 MF
Mamiya A 300 f.2,8 1+2 Mamiya 645 MF+APO
Mamiya A 200 f.2,8 1+2 Mamiya 645 MF+APO
Mamiya 55 1+2 Mamiya 645 Leafshutter
Mamiya 80 f.2,8 N/L 1+2 Mamiya 645 Leafshutter
Mamiya 150 f.3,8 N/L 1+2 Mamiya 645 Leafshutter
Mamiya 105-210 f.4,5 1+2 Mamiya 645
Mamiya 500 f.5,6 1+2 Mamiya 645
Mamiya 55-110 f.4,5 N 1+2 Mamiya 645
Mamiya 150 f.2,8 1+2 Mamiya 645
Mamiya 300 1+2 Mamiya 645
Mamiya 24 f.4,0 1+2 Mamiya 645
Mamiya 35 1+2 Mamiya 645
Mamiya 150 f.3,5 N 1+2 Mamiya 645
Mamiya 45 1+2 Mamiya 645
Mamiya 210 N 1+2 Mamiya 645
Mamiya 80 f.1,9 1+2 Mamiya 645
Mamiya 55 1+2 Mamiya 645
Mamiya 80 f. 2,8 N 1+2 Mamiya 645
Hartblei MC TS-PC 45 f. 3,5 Mamiya/Pentacon six Super-rotator tilt/shift
Hartblei MC Hartblei 2x converter Pentacon six
Producer Specs Limitations Adaptor/Mount Notice
Arsat MC Arsat 30 f.3,5 sheye Pentacon six
Arsat MC Arsat 45 f.3,5 Wide Angle Pentacon six
Arsat MC PCS Arsat 45 f.3,5 Pentacon six Shift
Arsat MC PCS Arsat 55 f.4,5 Pentacon six Shift
Arsat MC PCS Arsat 65 f.3,5 Pentacon six shift
Arsat MC Arsat 80 f.2,8 Pentacon six
Arsat MC Arsat 600 f.8,0 Pentacon six Mirror
Lenses usable in combination with Phase One Multi-Mount
Carl Zeiss CFi 30 f.3,5 3 Hasselblad V
Carl Zeiss CFE 40 f.4,0 3 Hasselblad V
Carl Zeiss CFi 50 f.4,0 3 Hasselblad V
Carl Zeiss CFi 60 f.3,5 3 Hasselblad V
Carl Zeiss CFE 80 f.2,8 3 Hasselblad V
Carl Zeiss CFi 100 f.3,5 3 Hasselblad V
Carl Zeiss CFE 120 f. 4,0 3 Hasselblad V
Carl Zeiss CFi 150 f.4,0 3 Hasselblad V
Carl Zeiss CFE 180 f.4,0 3 Hasselblad V
Carl Zeiss CFi 250 f.5,6 3 Hasselblad V
Carl Zeiss CFE 350 f.5,6 3 Hasselblad V SA
Special purpose lenses
Mamiya 120 f.4,0 MACRO Mamiya 645 MF
Mamiya 50 SHIFT 1 Mamiya 645 MF
Mamiya 645 Auto bellows unit 1 Mamiya 645
Mamiya 80 MACRO 1 Mamiya 645
Other lenses usable in combination with adapter
Hasselblad 30 Fisheye
Hasselblad 40
Hasselblad 50
Pentacon ektogon 50
Arsat 55mm Shift
Biometar 80mm
Biometer 120mm
Sonnar 180mm
Limitation codes:
1: Stopped down metering not possible
2: Discontinued
3: Leaf shutter disables, only aperture priority
10.0 Maintenance
The Phase One 645DF+ generally needs very little maintenance. But
this is a professional tool and should be treated with care and caution.
Always do test shots before a photographic session if the camera for
any reason has not been used for a long period of time.
A frequently used product should be inspected periodically at the
nearest ocial Phase One repair center. Do NOT try to repair any
camera, lens or back errors or malfunctions – Please consult your local
dealer.
10.1 Changing the Focusing Screen
1. Remove the lens.
2. Pull the Focusing Screen Release lever A forward, as illustrated, with
tweezers to ease the Focusing Screen down.
3. Remove the Focusing Screen from the Focusing Screen Frame by
grasping the tab on the edge of the screen with tweezers as illustrated.
4. When installing the screen, pinch the tab of the screen with tweezers,
and place the screen on the screen frame.
5. Push the screen frame up using the tweezers until hearing a clicking
sound. The screen is now properly installed. Never press down on other
parts as this will aect the focus function.
NOTE
Since the Focusing Screen’s surfaces are soft
and easily damaged, handle them carefully.
Never touch the surface with bare ngers.
Should dust settle on it, merely blow away
by using a blower.
If the Focusing Screen needs cleaning, send
it to the nearest authorized Phase One
service center.
Do not attempt to clean the surface of the
Focusing Screen, as it is very delicate.
Do not touch and damage the mirror in any
way.
A
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10.2 Battery Socket
Never leave batteries in the socket if the camera or back is not planned
to be used for longer periods.
Keep contacts clean and dry at all times.
External Battery Socket
Use an external battery case PE401 when using the camera in cold
temperatures where the battery capacity may drop.
1. Turn the shutter release mode selector lever to the L position (power
o).
2. Use a coin or similar object to turn and remove the external battery
socket cap.
3. Remove the battery case from the camera body
4. Connect the external battery case to the body. Connect the plug
of the external battery case in which the batteries are installed, to the
external battery socket.
5. Reinstall the original battery case, from which the batteries were
removed, in the body. Turn the battery case lock to lock it in the body.
10.3 Tripod/Electronic Shutter Release Contact
Keep all contacts clean and dry at all time.
When using a tripod with 3/8” screw (instead of 1/4” screw) remove the
small screw[A] from the tripod screw hole on the bottom of the body
using a plus screwdriver, then use a coin to remove the tripod screw
adapter bushing[B].
You will nd Electronic Shutter Release both on the camera body and
on the back. When used, it is recommended to use the shutter release
on the back. Keep both contacts dry and clean.
NOTE:
Make sure to re-install the empty battery
case into the body.
The empty battery cassette must be
inserted into the body.
The batteries may generate heat if the
external battery case is connected to the
body while the batteries are loaded on the
body.
A
B
C
S
M.UP
L
10.4 Camera Display Error-Notication
When Any of These Displays Appear
The camera caution mark will blink if the camera body detects an abnormality.
S
End
LCD display
Problems
Causes and remedies
Remedies
When Any of These Displays Appear...
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10.5 Lens Maintenance
Never touch the inner optics of the lens with your ngers. Keep the inner
optics perfectly clean with air, a lens brush or the dry cloth delivered
with the lens.
Do not touch the contacts. Keep the contacts clean with either a dry
cloth or by using a breglass brush. Do not use any other tools on the
lens.
The lens is not waterproof. It should be immediately dried with a cloth
if becomes wet. If it is exposed to salt, moisten a cloth, wring it and
carefully clean.
10.6 Back Maintenance
Cleaning the CCD
The Phase One IQ back must have the protection plate tted when it is not
attached to a camera. Dust may accumulate on the IR lter, which will degrade
the image quality if not removed. Please follow the directions included in the
CCD cleaning kit that came with the IQ back.
10.7 IR Filter on the CCD
The IR lter (Infrared reduction lter) is permanently mounted on top of the
CCD. The lter may not be removed for several reasons:
• The focusing of the IQ back camera back will be damaged
• It is only possible to remount the lter without dust getting in between the
lter and the CCD if you have access to special clean room facilities
• The Phase One Product Warranty is terminated
10.8 645DF+ Camera Body Specifications
l Open platform for maximum choice and compatibility
l Durable, proven platform for secure operation
l Ergonomic handling and ease of use
l Use Phase One digital lenses, Mamiya AF/AFD
lenses or Hasselblad V lenses
l Exposures from 1/4000s to 60 minutes
l Flash synchronization up to 1/1600 sec.
Shutter speed from 1/4000s to 60 minutes, extremely high flash synchronisation up to
1/1600 second to stop action with fast shutter speed or flash.
The mirror and viewfinder of the Phase One 645DF+ camera are almost three times
larger than those of 35mm cameras, providing much greater control of focus and
composition.
While hosting a complete list of features and custom functions, the Phase One 645DF+
camera is extremely easy to use. All settings important to the exposure are easily
controlled by manual dials and soft buttons.
Camera type Modular 645 AF SLR body
Lenses
Phase One Digital focal plane lenses,
Schneider Kreutznach leaf shutter lenses
and Mamiya 645 AFD lenses
Compatible with Hasselblad V lenses
Backs Open platform back mount
Auto focus
TTL phase-dierence AF
Focus conrmation in manual mode
Infrared AF assists for unfailing focus
Auto focus lock for swift AF/ M shift
Shutter
1/4000s to 60 minutes
Up to 120 frames per minute
Shutter speed bracketing
Flash
Focal plane shutter: Up to 1/125s
Leaf shutter lenses: Up to 1/1600s’ 1st and
2nd curtain ash synchronization
X sync terminal and support for TTL ash
Light
Metering
TTL metering (average, spot and auto)
Programmable AEL button
Exposure compensation: +/- 5EV
Mirror-Up Electronically-activated by switch on grip
Viewnder
Fixed prism viewnder
Exchangeable diopter from -5 to +3
LCD panel with full exposure information
Focusing
Screen
Interchangeable focus screens
Laser engraved mask for digital back
Matte, Grid, Checker, Microprism
Selftimer Self-timer from 2 to 60 sec
Remote Screw-in cable release on shutter button
Terminal for electronic triggering devices
Stop Down
Preview Stop down button on front of camera
Tripod Socket 1/4 inch and 3/8 inch included
Power
Requirements
Rechargeable Li-ion battery or
6 AA batteries (standard or rechargeable)
External battery pack – 6 AA batteries
External AC adapter
User
conguration
3 Custom dial modes for capture settings
36 custom settings
Customizable dials and buttons
Size W, H, D // 6, 5, 7.2" // 153, 128, 184mm
Weight 35 oz. / 1030g. w/o batteries
Content is subject to change without notice
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10.9 Phase One 645DF+ Housing Specication
Camera type : 6x4.5cm format, electronically controlled focal-plane shutter, TTL multiple mode AE, AF
single lens reex
Actual Image size: 56x41.5 mm
Lens mount : Mamiya 645 AF Mount, compatible with M645 Mount (manual focus conrmation, focus
aid, stopped-down exposure metering)
Viewnder : Fixed prism viewnder magnication x0.71; built-in diopter adjustment (-2.5 to +0.5,
optional diopter correction lenses provide adjustment ranges of -5 to -2 diopter and 0 to +3 diopter); built-in
eye-piece shutter
Focusing screen : Interchangeable, Matte (standard), Checker, and Microprism Type C for Non-AF M645 lenses.
Field of view : 94%* of actual image
Viewnder info : Focus mark, defocus mark, warning mark, aperture value, shutter speed, metering mode
(A, S, A/S), exposure compensation value (dierence between set value and metered value) and ash ready/
OK lamp with TTL Metz connection.
AF method : TTL phase dierence detection method; sensor: CCD line sensor (I+I type); operating
range: EV0 to EV18 (ISO 100)
Focus area : Displays the focus area in the viewnder screen
AF assist beam : Activates automatically under low light, low contrast.
Range: 9m (when using AF80mm f/2.8 D lens)
AF lock : By pressing the shutter release button halfway down in the AF-S mode, or by pressing
the AFL button.
Exposure modes : Aperture-priority AE, shutter-priority AE, programmed AE (PH, PL setting possible), and manual
AE meteringmode : TTL metering, center-weighted average (AV), spot (S), and variable ratio (A-S auto)
Increments of shutter : Both the shutter speed and the aperture level can be set to 1/3 or speed and aperture
1/2 using the electronic dial lock function
Metering range : EV 2 to EV 19 (with ISO100 and AF80mm f/2.8 D lens)
Exposure compensation : Expandable to ±5 EV
AE lock : With AEL button; canceled by pressing the button again. When AEL button is pressed,
exposure compensation and metering dierence is displayed in the viewnder. (+-6EV, 1/3 steps in M
mode).
Shutter : Electronically controlled vertical metal focal-plane shutter. (vertical travel)
Shutter speed : AE 30 to 1/4000 sec. (1/8 step), manual 30 to 1/4000 sec. (1/2 or 1/3 steps), 1 min-60
sec. (1 step), X, bulb (Bulb, electronically controlled), tIME, shutter curtain protection mechanism
Auto bracket shot:Enable with auto bracket button (3 frame shots, 5 frame or 7 frame shot with auto
bracketing). Specify 1/3, 1/2, 2/3 or 1EV steps.
Flash synch : X contact point, 1/125 seconds. Synchro speed can be changed away from terminal.
Flash control : TTL direct ash control, supports Metz SCA3002 system (SCA3952 Adapter)
Mirror up shot : Select by pressing the mirror up button.
LCD displays : Program AE mode icon, synchro mode icon, shutter speed, aperture, custom function icon,
user function icon, focal plane mode icon, lens shutter mode icon, AE lock icon, auto focus lock icon, mirror
up icon, focus area icon, auto bracketing icon, self timer icon, repeat mode icon, delay mode icon, remaining
battery power icon, spot metering icon, dial lock icon, ash compensation icon, exposure compensation icon,
exposure compensation, delay time.
Sync terminal : X contact (sync speed 1/125 sec.)
Cable release socket : On shutter button
Remote-control terminal : On side of body; electromagnetic cable release RE401 and RS402
Self timer : Self timer intervals can be set from 0.5 to 90 sec.: 0.5-10 sec. by the second, 10 to 90 sec.
in 10 sec. units, 2 to 10 mins by the minute and 10 to 6 mins in units of 10 minutes.
Depth-of-eld conrmation : Preview Button on body
Custom settings : 19 items
Tripod socket : U 1/4 inch and U 3/8 included
Power requirements : Rechargeable Li-ion battery or 6 AA batteries (alkaline or rechargeable)
External power socket : An external battery case can be connected.
Size & weight : 6 ”(W)X5 ”(H)X6 ”(D) / 153(W)X128(H)X152(D)mm
2.3 pounds / 1,030 g (body only)
* This information is based on a linear (horizontal/vertical) measurement.
11.0 Software
Capture One Pro is a professional RAW converter and image editing
software. It contains all the essential tools and high-end performance
in one package to enable you to capture, organize, edit, share and print
images in a fast, exible and ecient workow.
Please go to http://help.phaseone.com/en for further information
regarding Capture One. (This online Users Guide can also be found
under the Help menu on Windows and Mac). A PDF of the Capture One
User Guide can also be found on the USB memory stick that came
with you IQ back.
11.1 To Import Images...
1. Go to File and select “Import Images…” The dialog box will open to browse
les.
2. Navigate to the applicable folder, card or disk in the Locations tool.
3. Select Capture folder (import location) and type in the job name and
Metadata (copyright, caption) if desired.
4. If you want to select a naming format for the imported les, press “Format”
in the Naming tool.
5. You can select all or specic images to import.
6. Press “Import All”. You can continue working while images are imported in
the background.
Inserting a memory card into a card reader will automatically bring up the
Import Images dialog window.
Shooting Tethered
Capture One Pro is also used to shoot tethered from an IQ back. Find out
more on page 53 or for more information please consult the online User
Guide available in the Capture One Help menu or go direct to
http://help.phaseone.com/CO7/Capture/Tethered-Shooting.aspx
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12.0 Main Accessories
V-Grip Air vertical grip
The Phase One V-Grip Air is the rst vertical grip with an integrated ash
trigger that allows sync speeds up to 1/1600s.
The V-Grip Air oers enhanced camera handling to owners of a Phase One
645DF+ camera system through identical controls in portrait orientation. The
function buttons are individually programmable to suit the photographer´s
preferences.
The V-Grip Air adds extra power to the Phase One 645DF+ camera. You can
use Phase One rechargeable batteries or common AA-batteries in the V-Grip
Air prolonging the shooting time of the camera.
The V-Grip Air features a USB connection which makes rmware updates to
the 645DF+ camera very easy.
The integrated L-bracket makes it possible to mount the camera in portrait
orientation on a tripod, without changing the center of focus for the lens.
The integrated ash trigger in the V-Grip Air allows the photographer to work
with all current Profoto Air ash equipment without the need for additional
hardware. Adding a Profoto transceiver, the V-Grip Air allows photographers
to trigger virtually all ash equipment available in the market
L-Bracket
The Phase One L-Bracket comes with a genuine hand made and high quality
leather hand strap. The strap ensures that the camera can be securely
operated without fear of dropping the camera. It provides good support
when photographing handheld and also oers a relaxing hold on the hand
while resting in-between shoots.
L-Bracket Continued
The L-Bracket features an Arca Swiss type quick release mounting on both
Portrait and Landscape position. Whether the camera is mounted in vertical
or horizontal position the lens center stays in exactly same position. The
square Arca Swiss type shoe can be used with all Arca Swiss compatible
quick release and screw-on clamps.
For compatibility with Really Right Stu clamps, Phase One oers an optional
accessory "Really Right Stu compatibility kit".
Part # 71059 L-Bracket with Hand Strap for standalone use on 645AF/DF
(included with V-Grip)
Part # 71061 Hand Strap for use if both landscape and portrait handstrap is
desired with V-Grip
Part # 71062 Really Right Stu compatibility kit for L-bracket (Ensures rm
connection with an RRS Bracket)
Li-Ion battery for 645DF+
The rechargeable Li-ion battery for the 645DF+ and 645DF camera powers
up to 10,000 captures on a single charge, giving you more time to focus on
your creativity.
This is more than 3 time the capacity of 6 normal disposable AA batteries.
Say good bye to unexpected interruptions in the middle of a shoot, and save
the environment with rechargeable Li-Ion batteries instead of old Alkaline or
Zinc-chloride disposable battery technology.
Short charge time
You can charge this battery in under three hours and enjoy up to 10,000
shots before you need to recharge again.
Works everywhere
The new battery comes with a charger featuring a 100-240 volt universal
power adapter, so you can use it virtually everywhere in the world.
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Digital back battery
The Hähnel dual battery charger will charge two 7.2V digital back batteries
simultaneously with clear numerical indication of percentage charged. The
charger comes with an international power outlet adaptor for compatibility
with power outlets all around the world.
Part # 70510 Hähnel Twin PRO charger for P+ and IQ
Backs Part # 30900089 Phase One P+ and IQ battery (2900 mAh)
Profoto air transceiver
The Profoto Air Sync Transceiver can be used with the Phase One V-Grip Air
to trigger any third party ash system wirelessly.
If you don’t have access to the Phase One V-Grip Air you can install one
transceiver unit in the camera ash shoe and one at the ash system.
The Profoto Air Transceiver can be setup both as transmitter and as receiver
unit. Setting it up as receiver unit makes it possible to trigger the 645DF+/
DF camera from another unit that you hold in your hand - for this you will
need an optional remote camera trigger cable.
Part # 70263 Profoto Air Sync Transceiver
Part # 50300179 Profoto remote camera trigger cable
Remote release cable
The Phase One Electromagnetic release cable connects to the multi-
pin connector on the side of the 645DF+. It lets you trigger the camera
electronically from a distance of either 1 meter (3.2 ft) or 5 meter (16.4 ft).
Part # 70258 Electromagnetic release cable 1 m
Part # 70259 Electromagnetic release cable 5 m
Auto extension rings
The Phase One Auto Extension Rings supports all Phase One, Schneider
Kreuznach and Mamiya 645 lenses. The electronic contact set ensures auto
aperture functionality on appropriately equipped lenses. When attached
via an Auto Extension Ring, all lens models are limited to manual focus and
focal plane shutter use.
There is practically no light intensity degradation when using the extension
rings, and there is no optical dispersion either, as glass elements are not
required in the construction.
Part # 70254 Auto Extension Ring No. 1 (11,8 mm)
Part # 70255 Auto Extension Ring No. 2 (23,6 mm)
Part # 70256 Auto Extension Ring No. 3 (35,4 mm)
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13.0 End User Support Policy
Phase One guarantees World Class Support and Service with every product
purchased. Each customer becomes a part of the Phase One community
of professional photographers, with completely free access to our online
Knowledge Base, Forum and Support area of the Phase One website. As well
as contact with a dedicated team of technical support specialists, to help
keep your Phase One equipment in perfect working order, every customer
can access a wide range of material to help familiarize themselves with Phase
One ownership.
For support concerning Phase One equipment, Capture One and Media Pro
software, including license and activation issues, please contact technical
support through our website. If you are not a registered user, please sign up
Please check www.phaseone.com for the latest updated support policy.
Worldwide Dealer Network
At Phase One we think globally but act locally. Phase One’s products
are sold through a worldwide network of dedicated and competent
local partners to make after-sales support convenient for you.
Phase One’s local partners oer rst line support to their customers. Many
provide additional services such as training, extended warranty agreements,
upgrade programs, and many other services that will add value to your
Phase One investment. Contact your local Phase One partner to discuss your
options. Digital camera back pricing and repairs are also handled locally.
If there is no local partner in your area, then please contact Phase One
directly, and we will assist you directly or through one of our partners.
Find your local Phase One partner or take advantage of Phase One’s
wide range of on-line support tools at http://support.phaseone.com
13.1 Web Resources
Phase One oer users a host of online resources including inspire, enthuse
and inform. Find detailed information including User Guides and manuals
about Capture One or our Digital Backs from www.phaseone.com
Knowledge Base
Phase One’s searchable Knowledge Base at http://support.phaseone.com
provides detailed answers to many users questions. This ‘self-service’ site is
free of charge and available to all Phase One owners.
Capture One On-line Support Forums
Go to Phase One’s ocial support forum to share your experiences and
get assistance from other Phase One owners as well as from Phase One’s
Technical Support team at http://support.phaseone.com
Some Phase One partners oer on-line support forums, hosted from their
own web pages. Please note that these forums are governed by separate
rules. Phase One oers no guarantees and assumes no responsibility or
liability with respect to the support provided by our local partners.
Many resources and tutorials are created on voluntary basis, and Phase
One is always interested in seeing your videos, reviews, blogs or websites
concerning Phase One.
PhaseOneDK Ocial YouTube Channel
Check out our Youtube channel that provides access to tutorials, showcases,
technical videos and more at http://www.youtube.com/PhaseOneDK
Twitter, Facebook and Google+
There are plenty of ways to get in touch with Phase One across all the main
social media platforms. Finds us on Facebook, follows us on Twitter and
connect with us on Google+ for the latest product news, promotions and
much more.
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User Guide: Appendix
14.0 Open Platform – Freedom of Choice
Phase One’s Open Platform policy delivers maximum choice and compatibility
with a wide range of dierent camera platforms.
This section covers the IQ back’s compatibility with the Hasselblad V and
H series, Mamiya RZ67, Phase One 645, Mamiya 645, Contax 645 and View
Camera solutions.
Double Exposure Protection
It is not possible to accidentally double expose an image by capturing one
shot quickly after another when an IQ back is used on cameras such as the
Phase One 645DF+/DF/AF, Mamiya 645DF/AFDIII or Hasselblad 555 ELD
(DIG mode). The electronic communication with the body ensures that the
IQ back is ready before allowing release of the next shot. However, users of
other camera bodies that do not use the electronic interface from the IQ will
have to wait for the ready beep signal before releasing the next shot.
Viewnder Masks
Cameras including the Mamiya RZ67 and Hasselblad V-series need a
viewnder mask as the image area of these models is dierent to the image
sensor size of the three IQ models. Go to page 99 to nd out more about
the IQ sensors and go to page 168 for the full list of focusing Screens and
viewnder masks.
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14.1 IQ2 Back and Phase One 645AF/DF/DF+ and Mamiya 645
AFD
The IQ back is fully integrated with the Phase One and Mamiya 645 camera
series and functions as a part of the whole camera system. The IQ back
communicates with the cameras through a fast internal electrical computer
interface.
Find out more about the Phase One DF+ camera and IQ back from page 12.
14.2 Mounting IQ back on the Phase One 645 AF & Mamiya
645 AFD Series
Ensure that the camera mirror is up and the shutter is open when no digital
back is attached. When attaching the IQ back to the camera body the shutter
will close and the mirror will come down.
1. Place the bottom of the IQ back in the locking mechanism.
2. Press the button (circled above left) with your thumb and lever the back
into place.
3. Release the button to lock into position.
Failure to perform this procedure properly can cause an error with the camera
body where the shutter will continuously open and close. If this occurs, remove
the IQ back and follow steps 1 to 3 again.
14.3 More Details: Phase One and Mamiya 645 Series
Cameras
Power Management and Shutter Latency
The IQ CCD is put to sleep to reduce power consumption when it is not in
use. The IQ needs to wake up before shooting and the timing of this wake up
signal is referred to as the Latency.
The Phase One and Mamiya 645 camera body response time is independent
of the shutter latency setting so it is therefore recommended to keep the
latency on the Normal (default) setting, as this will ensure a longer battery
life.
Studio Flash Sync on the Camera Body
A ash sync lead should be connected to the camera body when using the
IQ back on Phase One 645AF or 645DF/DF+, Mamiya AFD or AFDII models.
Always use a ash cable and/or equipment that provides grounding for the
ash.
Image Orientation
The CCD in the IQ back is positioned in a landscape orientation. However, the
IQ back has an internal sensor that detects when it has been rotated. Thus,
when the camera is rotated and an image is captured in portrait position
the image will appear correctly oriented on the LCD and in the Capture One
application.
Image (left) features the V-Grip Air. Phase One Part # 71507
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Mirror Up
When using mirror up with the Drive Dial in the M.UP position ensure
that the Exposure Mode Dial and the focus mode are both in Manual
mode (M).
It is not possible for the camera to measure light or focus when the mirror is
up. If using the Mamiya 645AFD, please consult the Mamiya 645 Instruction
manual to determine how to use the Mirror Up function.
Viewnder Masking
The image area of the Phase One and Mamiya 645 cameras is
approximately 56x42 mm. Viewnder masking is not necessary
for IQ280 and IQ260 models as their light sensitive CCD measures
53.9x40.4 mm.
Shutter Release Button
Drive Dial
Mirror*
*Do not touch the mirror
Exposure Mode Dial 15.0 IQ2 Back for Mamiya RZ67
The IQ backs are compatible with the Mamiya RZ PRO II and PRO IID
with the use of an adaptor plate.
The 645DF+ version of an IQ back can be used on a Mamiya RZ PRO
IID with a Mamiya RZ PRO IID adaptor plate. (Phase One Part # 70994)
The Hasselblad V version of an IQ back can be used on the older
version Mamiya RZ PRO II with a Mamiya RZ Pro II adaptor. (Phase
One Part# 70964)
N.B. It is possible to use a Hasselblad V version of an IQ back on the
new Mamiya RZ67 PRO IID by getting the back mount plate modied
with the following Mamiya service part number: Y22995-RZ.
15.1 Mounting IQ Back on the Mamiya RZ67
1. Place the bottom of the IQ back in the locking mechanism.
2. Press the button at the top of the back with your thumb and lever the
back into place.
3. Release the button to lock into position.
N.B. It is important to ensure that the bottom part of the IQ back is
attached correctly before the upper locking mechanism is pressed
together.
Mounting the IQ Back Vertically
The CCD in the IQ back is positioned in a landscape orientation.
However, it is possible to mount the IQ back in an upright orientation
to capture images in a portrait format without having to rotate the
camera. The IQ back has an internal sensor that detects when it has
been rotated so images will appear correctly oriented on the LCD and
in the Capture One application.
Mount the IQ back in the portrait position by lining up the adapter mount
to the corresponding indentations on the left side of the back. Press the
button (circled left) and lever the back into place. Release the button to
lock into position.
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15.2 Viewnder Masking
The image area of Mamiya RZ67 at 56x69.5 mm is larger than the size
of the three IQ model’s sensors so it is necessary to insert a viewnder
mask.
There are two dierent masks available for the Mamiya RZ67 according to
which IQ is being used. (The size IQ280 and IQ260 models CCD is 53.9x40.4
mm while the IQ140’s CCD measures 43.9x32.9mm). Please check page 168
for the relevant viewnder mask.
Insert a Viewnder Mask
1. Remove the protection tape from the mask.
2. Dismount the prism/waist-level nder and remove the focus screen.
3. Place the viewnder mask in the bracket that holds the focusing
screen.
4. Re-mount the viewnder focus screen.
5. Re-attach the prism/waist-level nder.
N.B. Please check the relevant Mamiya RZ67 manual regarding how to
dismount the viewnder and remove the focus screen.
2.
1.
3. 4.
15.3 More Details: Mamiya RZ67
Mode Selector
The mode selector on the trigger button should be turned to the white
dot when used with the IQ back. The selector should be set to the
orange dot to avoid draining the small battery when the IQ back is
attached to the body and not in use.
Warning: Even if the IQ back is turned o, the battery will drain slowly if
the orange dot is not selected
Shutter Latency Setting Mamiya RZ PRO II
An IQ back should be set to Normal Latency when it is used with a Mamiya
RZ PRO II.
Shutter Latency Setting Mamiya RZ PRO IID
Select the special Mamiya RZPRO IID camera mode, which available in the
Camera mode menu to ensure that the correct latency setting is used.
Studio Flash Sync on the RZ lens
A ash sync lead should be connected to the port on a lens when an IQ
back is used on a Mamiya RZ67 PRO IID. On the older PRO II, use the
ash sync connector on the Adapter plate. (The ash sync port on the
IQ back is for use with Large format cameras where no digital interface
is available).
Mirror Up
Mirror up operation is only recommended if using Mamiya’s own double
cable release.
Double Exposure
Is is only possible to get a double exposure when a Hasselblad V
mount plate is being used. Avoid a double exposure by waiting for a
ready-beep from the IQ back before capturing another image.
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16.0 IQ2 Back for Hasselblad V Series
The Phase One IQ back can be mounted on a wide range of Hasselblad
cameras including Hasselblad 555 ELD, 553 ELX, 501 CM and 503 CW.
16.1 Mounting the IQ Back on a Hasselblad V Series Camera
1. Place the bottom of the IQ back in the locking mechanism.
2. Press the button at the top of the back with your thumb and lever the
back into place.
3. Release the button to lock into position.
N.B. It is important to ensure that the bottom part of the IQ back is
attached correctly before the upper locking mechanism is pressed
together.
Mounting the IQ Back Vertically
The CCD in the IQ back is positioned in a landscape orientation.
However, it is possible to mount the IQ back in an upright orientation
to capture images in a portrait format without having to rotate the
camera. The IQ back has an internal sensor that detects when it has
been rotated so images will appear correctly oriented on the LCD and
in the Capture One application.
Mount the IQ back in the portrait position by lining up the adapter mount
to the corresponding indentations on the left side of the back. Press
the lock button (circled left) and lever the back into place. Release the
button to lock into position.
Warning! DO NOT MOUNT WHILE IN S OR RS MODE
N.B. The Phase One IQ back should not be mounted while the camera is
set to mirror up (S or RS modes). The camera should be set to AS, A or
0 mode. Also ensure that the lens is not jammed when connecting the
ash sync cable to the Phase One IQ back.
16.2 Mounting a Viewnder Mask on a Hasselblad V Series Camera
The image area of a Hasselblad V camera body at approx. 6x6cm is a
dierent size to the three IQ model’s sensors so it is necessary to insert
a viewnder mask.
There are two dierent masks available for Hasselblad V series cameras
according to which IQ is being used. The size IQ280 and IQ260 models CCD
is 53.9x40.4 mm while the IQ140’s CCD measures 43.9x32.9mm. Please check
page 168 for the relevant viewnder mask.
Insert a Viewnder Mask
1. Remove the protection tape from the mask.
2. Dismount the waist-level nder and remove the focus screen.
3. Place the viewnder mask in the bracket that holds the focusing
screen.
4. Re-mount the viewnder focus screen.
5. Slide the waist-level nder back into place.
N.B. Please check the relevant Hasselblad camera manual instructions
before removing the focus screen.
2.
1.
3. 4.
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16.3 More Details: Hasselblad V Series
Sync Cable
A sync cable is always connected from the lens to the small connector
in the front plate on either the left or right side of the IQ back regardless
of which Hasselblad V type camera used.
Flash Lead Connection
A ash cable is always connected to the F-connector on the IQ back
with all Hasselblad V series cameras.
Mirror Up and Shutter Latency Setting
Set the Latency to Zero when shooting with a Hasselblad V, 903 CW
and 905 CW.
Tethered Capture
Plug a FireWire 800 cable into the IQ back for tethered capture to a
computer using Capture One Pro.
16.4 Hasselblad 555 ELD
Ensure that the shutter release on the front of the Hasselblad 555 ELD
is in the DIG position when using a Phase One IQ back.
If for any reason you have to use the 555ELD in Film position (E.g. If the
DIG is not working) then set the IQ to Zero Latency.
Shutter Latency Setting
The IQ back can be used with both Normal and Zero latency with the
Hasselblad 555 ELD.
An IQ back has a default Normal latency setting that helps to save
battery life. But users may experience unwanted double exposures
when using a two-shot release cable.
Motor Cable on Hasselblad 555 ELD
A motor cable is not required when using an IQ back on a Hasselblad
555 ELD body.
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16.5 Hasselblad 553 ELX
When using the IQ back on some Hasselblad motorized bodies (i.e.
Hasselblad ELX or Hasselblad ELM series), a motor cable is supplied
to enable users to re the camera shutter from a computer using the
Capture One Pro Capture button. (See circled button left).
Cable Connections
The cable is connected between the multi-connector on the IQ back
and the DIN connector on the Hasselblad. Ensure that A or AS mode
are not used.
WARNING! Please note that the Phase One IQ back should not be
mounted while the camera is set to mirror up (S or RS modes). Make
sure that the lens is not jammed or locked open on the “B” setting when
connecting the ash sync cable to the Phase One IQ back.
Shutter Latency Setting
Set the latency setting to Normal on the IQ back while using a Hasselblad
553 ELX.
16.6 Hasselblad 501 CM and 503 CW without Winder
The Phase One IQ back can also be used with mechanical Hasselblad
cameras such as the 501 CM and 503 CW. These cameras are operated
in single shot mode via the shutter release button or a standard cable
release.
WARNING! Please note that the Phase One IQ back should not be
mounted while the camera is set to mirror up. Also ensure that the lens
is not jammed or locked open on the “B” setting when connecting the
ash sync cable to the Phase One IQ back.
Shutter Latency Setting
Set the latency setting to Normal on the IQ back while using a mechanical
Hasselblad. Set the latency setting to Zero whilst using the Mirror Up func-
tion or if you need to rapidly press the shutter button. Precautions must be
taken not to trigger the shutter too fast when using Normal latency. If any
problems arise, it is recommended that users look at the green LED on the
back while slowly pressing the mechanical trigger on the camera body. Users
can safely press the button all the way in the moment the LED ashes.
16.7 Hasselblad 503 CW with Winder CW
WARNING! Please note that the Phase One IQ back should not be
mounted while the camera is set to mirror up. Make sure that the lens
is not jammed or locked open on the “B” setting when connecting the
ash sync cable to the Phase One IQ back.
Set the Shutter Latency to Zero when using a 503 CW winder with an
IQ back.
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16.8 Cables shipped with IQ back for Hasselblad V
Classic and Value Added backs come with all the cables needed for the spe-
cic camera platform. A Value Added back also comes with an additional
50300143 cable for use with large format and technical cameras.
Part# 50300145 Motor cable for Hasselblad ELX. (Used for host capture when
the IQ back is used on a Hasselblad ELX body).
Part# 50300148 Sync cable short (For use with all Hasselblad medium
format bodies)
Part# 50300143 Multi connector to Lens sync (for use with Large format - in
two shot mode)
Part# 50300144 This cable is available as a separate purchase only.
From multi connector to mini jack female (for use to adapt older Large
format walk-up cables or older Kapture Group one shot adaptor cables
to connect to the multiport).
17.0 IQ2 Back for Hasselblad H Series
The Phase One IQ (H-mount) digital back is designed specically for
Hasselblad H1 and H2 cameras.
17.1 Mounting the IQ back on the Hasselblad H1/H2
1. Ensure that the mirror is up and the shutter is open. (This is the
default position when no cassette is attached to camera body).
2. Place the bottom of the IQ back in the locking mechanism.
3. Lever the back into place.
4. Do not let go of the back until you hear a clicking noise that signals
the back is locked into position. The mirror will come down and shutter
will close when IQ back is attached to the camera.
N.B. It is important to ensure that the bottom part of the IQ back is
attached correctly before the upper locking mechanism is pressed
together.
Removing the IQ back from the Hasselblad H1/H2
1. Rotate and press the silver button (illustrated left) to unlock the back.
(Ensure that the back is supported in your hand before pressing this
button).
2. Gently lever away the top of the back rst. Be careful with the
contacts and protective glass on the back.
N.B. Your IQ back should always be protected by its plate when it is not
attached to the camera.
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17.2 Viewnder Masking
The image area of the Hasselblad H1/H2 cameras is 56x41.5 mm.
A viewnder mask is only needed for the smaller size of the IQ140
CCD that measures 44x33mm. Viewnder masking is not necessary
for IQ280 and IQ260 models as their light sensitive CCD measures
53.9x40.4 mm.
Please check page 168 for the relevant viewnder mask.
Insert a Viewnder Mask
1. Remove the protection tape from the mask.
2. Dismount the prism/waist-level nder and remove the focus screen.
3. Place the viewnder mask in the bracket that holds the focusing
screen.
4. Re-mount the viewnder focus screen.
5. Re-attach the prism/waist-level nder.
N.B. Please check the relevant Hasselblad H-series manual regarding
how to dismount the viewnder and remove the focus screen.
2.
3. 4.
1.
17.3 More Details: Hasselblad H Series
Camera Display
The Hasselblad H1/H2 incorporates a screen that displays information
about the camera set-up. It shows the aperture value, AF mode, shutter
speed etc.
The Hasselblad H1/H2 will also display some IQ back information on this
screen. For example, error messages including ”Digital back storage
media is full” will be displayed on the screen if the CompactFlash in the
IQ back is full to capacity.
ISO Settings
The ISO value is also displayed on the H1/H2 camera screen. The
ISO setting can be adjusted from the camera back or in Capture One
software when shooting tethered.
Please consult page 61 of this manual for details on setting the ISO. Go
to page 53 for more information about tethered shooting.
Auto Exposure
All the Hasselblad H1/H2 auto exposure modes are fully supported by
the IQ back.
Please check the relevant Hasselblad H-series manual for more
information on exposure modes.
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Viewnder Information
The viewnder information bar is located below the image area within
the viewnder display. It displays the camera’s exposure mode and
values etc. It also includes a counter with the number of captures
remaining on the storage media. (See top bar circled left). ‘99’ is the
maximum number displayed. ‘99’ will continue to be displayed if there
are more than that remaining on a CompactFlash card. An ‘E’ indicates
that the storage media is full. Users will have to delete some captures
or replace the CompactFlash card before continuing. (See bottom bar
circled left).
Double Exposure Protection
It is not possible to accidently double expose an image by capturing one
image quickly after another when an IQ back is used on a Hasselblad
H1/H2.
N.B. At the end of an exposure, image information has to be moved
from the CCD to the processing system. During this short period of
time the CCD must be protected from light exposure. The IQ back
ensures that the CCD is safely cleared of information by disabling the
Hasselblad camera’s shutter release during this procedure.
Image Orientation
The CCD in the IQ back is positioned in a landscape orientation.
However, the IQ back has an internal sensor that detects when it
has been rotated. Thus, when the camera is rotated and an image is
captured in portrait position the image will appear correctly oriented on
the LCD and in the Capture One application.
Flash Lead Connection
A ash cable is always connected to the Hasselblad H1/H2 camera body.
The ash sync cable must not be connected to the camera back when
used on a Hasselblad H1/H2. The ash sync connector on the IQ back
is only intended for use with a Phase One FlexAdaptor or other large
format adaptors.
17.4 Cables Shipped with IQ back for Hasselblad H
No cables are required to use the IQ back with a Hasselblad H1/H2.
A Value Added IQ back comes with an additional multi-connector to Lens
sync cable (part# 50300143) for use with large format cameras in two
shot mode.
Part# 50300144 This cable is available as a separate purchase only.
From multi-connector to mini jack female (for use to adapt older Large
format wake-up cables or older Kapture Group one shot adaptor cables
to connect to the multiport).
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18.0 IQ2 Back for Contax 645
The Phase One IQ (Contax mount) digital back is designed specically
for the Contax 645 camera. The IQ back communicates with the Contax
645 through a fast internal electrical computer interface and utilizes
TTL phase dierence detection type auto focus system.
18.1 Mounting IQ Back on a Contax 645
1. Place the bottom of the IQ back in the locking mechanism.
2. Press the button at the top of the back with your thumb and lever the
back into place.
3. Release the button to secure it into position.
4. Lock the IQ back into place by sliding the switch left towards the
release button. (See switch circled below left).
N.B. It is important to ensure that the bottom part of the IQ back is
attached correctly before the upper locking mechanism is pressed
together.
Removing the IQ back from the Contax 645
1. Slide the locking switch to the right position.
2. Press the button (circled left) to unlock the back. (Ensure that the
back is supported in your hand before pressing this button).
3. Gently lever away the top of the back rst. Be careful with the
contacts and protective glass on the back.
N.B. Your IQ back should always be protected by its plate when it is not
attached to the camera.
18.2 Viewnder Masking
The image area of the Contax 645 camera is 56x41.5 mm. A viewnder
mask is only needed for the smaller size of the IQ140 CCD that measures
44x33mm. Viewnder masking is not necessary for IQ280 and IQ260
models as their light sensitive CCD measures 53.9x40.4 mm.
Please check page 168 for the relevant viewnder mask.
Insert a Viewnder Mask
1. Remove the protection tape from the mask.
2. Dismount the prism/waist-level nder and remove the focus screen.
3. Place the viewnder mask in the bracket that holds the focusing
screen.
4. Re-mount the viewnder focus screen.
5. Re-attach the prism/waist-level nder.
N.B. Please check the relevant Contax 645 manual regarding how to
dismount the viewnder and remove the focus screen.
2.
3. 4.
1.
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18.3 More Details: Contax 645
Exposure Modes
The Contax 645 manual (M) and semi-auto exposure modes (Av, Tv) are fully
supported by the IQ back. Please note that Bulb is only supported on Contax/
IQ back when used in conjunction with the Live View function. Go to Chapter
21 (from page 169) for more information about Live View.
Please check the relevant Contax 645 manual for more information on
exposure modes.
Ensure that exposure times are limited between 1/4000 second and approx.
1 second to obtain the highest possible quality with an IQ back and Contax
645. Please note that it is not possible to expose images longer than 60
seconds with an IQ back.
ISO Settings
The Contax 645 exposure modes use the ISO value set in the IQ back.
The ISO setting can be adjusted from the camera back or in Capture
One software when shooting tethered.
Please consult page 61 of this manual for details on setting the ISO. Go
to page 53 for more information about tethered shooting.
Double Exposure Protection
It is not possible to accidently double expose an image by capturing
one image quickly after another when an IQ back is used on a Contax
645 e.g. when using the continuous drive mode.
TTL ash
Using TTL ash with the Contax 645 camera and IQ back will result
in a 2 f-stop overexposure. When using TTL ash, the exposure
compensation on the ash unit must therefore be set to –2 f-stops.
This overexposure happens because the CCD element reects light
dierently than lm and this cannot be communicated to the Contax.
Image Orientation
The CCD in the IQ back is positioned in a landscape orientation.
However, the IQ back has an internal sensor that detects when it
has been rotated. Thus, when the camera is rotated and an image is
captured in portrait position the image will appear correctly oriented on
the LCD and in the Capture One application.
18.4 Flash Lead Connection
A ash cable is always connected to the Contax 645 camera body.
The ash sync cable must not be connected to the camera back when
used on a Contax 645. The ash sync connector on the IQ back is only
intended for use with a Phase One FlexAdaptor or other large format
adaptors.
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18.5 Cables Shipped with IQ back for the Contax 645
(Value added system only)
Part# 50300143 Multi-connector to Lens sync (for use with Large format
- in two shot mode)
Part# 50300144 This cable is available as a separate purchase only.
From multi-connector to mini jack female (for use to adapt older Large
format wake-up cables or older Kapture Group one shot adaptor cables
to connect to the multiport).
Part# 50300154 From multi-connector to mini jack on the Contax
handgrip (used to enable Host Capture from Computer)
N.B. Operating the camera from the host computer
The supplied release cable must be connected between the multiple-
pin connector on the IQ back and the mini-jack connector placed at the
bottom of the handgrip on the Contax camera house.
19.0 IQ2 Back for View Cameras
The Phase One IQ back is compatible with most technical view cameras
and large format cameras via camera interface adaptors. The IQ back
supports most mechanical shutters and some electronic shutters from
Horseman, Schneider and other manufacturers.
Phase One Sleeping Architecture
The Phase One Sleeping Architecture has been developed to help
produce noise free exposures without the use of active cooling of the
CCD. The sleeping architecture ensures minimum heat build up inside
the back by putting all the unused circuits to sleep, and only powering
the circuits that are actually needed at any given time.
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19.1 Using the 2-shot Release
The IQ back can be used with mechanical shutters that can be red twice
within four seconds. The rst release of the shutter activates the digital
back; the second release is for the exposure. If the time limit of four seconds
is exceeded, the camera gives a warning ‘beep’ followed by a ‘two shoot
error’ warning that will be displayed on the LCD screen.
There are several automatic or semi-automatic two shoot solutions available
from third parties manufacturers to use with a mechanical shutter. Please
ask your dealer for more information.
19.2 Using the 1-shot Release
The 1-shot release cable is created to simplify your studio workow.
1. Connect the ash exit (circled left) on the shutter and plug the op-
posite end to the multi-pin port on the IQ back. (Via Part# 50300144
From multi-connector to mini jack female)
2. Connect a ash sync lead to the port on the IQ back.
3. Close the shutter if necessary.
4. Push the button on the 1-shot release lead to ‘wake up’ the camera
back . (circled left) and take the shot within a few seconds.
N.B. It is not possible to control the exposure or trigger the shutter from
Capture One when using a fully manual camera. Only limited EXIF data
is recorded when shooting with manual cameras. The IQ back will add
a calculated approximate shutter speed but the aperture value will not
be recorded.
19.3 Phase One FlexAdaptor
The Phase One FlexAdaptor is available for use with most large format
cameras.
The Phase One FlexAdaptor can automatically stitch two or three
images together using the Stitch function in Photoshop.
Please see the reference manual that comes with the FlexAdaptor for
more details.
19.4 Shutter Latency Settings for the FlexAdaptor and Other
Technical Camera Adaptors
The Phase One FlexAdaptor and other technical camera adaptors for
the IQ back can be used with both normal and zero shutter latency.
Select the Normal latency setting if the IQ back is used on a camera with a
2-shot release. (See 19.1, page 166)
Please note: The Zero shutter latency setting will increase the power
consumption of the IQ back, as it will be constantly prepared for
exposure.
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20.0 List of Focusing Screens and Viewnder Masks
20.1 Full Frame Focusing Screens or with Engraved Masking
Part #
70756 Focusing Screen for Phase One 645 Camera
(Standard Full Frame IQ280/IQ260)
70754 Focusing Screen IQ140 for Phase One 645 Camera
70757 Focusing Screen for Phase One 645 Camera SD402
(Checker Grid)
70758 Focusing Screen for Phase One 645 Camera SA402
(Microprism for non AF lenses)
20.2 Viewnder Masks
Part #
40101906 Viewnder Mask for Phase One IQ140 for Hasselblad H1/H2
40101903 Viewnder Mask for Phase One IQ140 for Phase One/
Mamiya 645 AFD
40101905 Viewnder Mask for Phase One IQ140 for Contax 645
40101901 Viewnder Mask for Phase One IQ140 for Hasselblad V
40101929 Viewnder Mask for Phase One IQ140 for Mamiya RZ
40102056 Viewnder Mask for Phase One IQ260/IQ280 for Mamiya RZ
0102044 Viewnder Mask for Phase One IQ260/IQ280 for Hasselblad V
21.0 Live View
The Live View function is intended for use when a camera is mounted on a
tripod and the subject is stationary.
Live View is ideal for use with technical view cameras in a studio environ-
ment or for architectural photography, where photographers would ordinar-
ily have to rely on an external viewnder or a separate focusing glass / sliding
adaptor.
The Live View function enables photographers to compose an image directly
on the high resolution display of the IQ digital back. Focus can be checked by
zooming into a subject on the screen by up to 400%.
Please refer to page 64 for more detailed information regarding operation.
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21.1 Starting Live View
1. Live View is accessed from the Context Menu (circled left) in the lower
right corner.
The Context menu is always visible on the Home screen. Tap the lower right
corner of the screen to reveal the icon if it is hidden in some of the Play
mode displays.
2. Select the Live View (movie camera) icon from the context menu. (Circled
left).
3. When Live View is activated ensure that a Live View white balance is
applied. Tap the lower right corner of the screen to bring up the context
menu and select the White Balance Picker (Circled left).
Go to the next page (p171) for more information about Live View white
balance.
21.2 White Balance
1. After selecting the White Balance Picker, tap the screen to select a neutral
area to calibrate the Live View.
2. If a precise white point is dicult to achieve in full screen view, slide a
nger on the left side of the screen to zoom into to a part of the image that
you want to use as white reference.
Exit the White Balance mode by deselecting the picker in the context menu.
Alternatively, press and hold the upper left physical button on the IQ back
to return to the Home screen.
Go to the next page (p172) to nd out more about the zoom function.
21.3 Quality and Brightness
1. Go to the context menu and select the Live View exposure controls icon
(circled left).
2. Two sliders will appear at the bottom of the screen to help users adjust
the live view to suit the ambient lighting conditions being used. The top
slider is a speed vs. quality slider. Increase the quality by moving slide to the
right or achieve a faster frame rate on the left. The lower slider controls the
brightness of the Live View.
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21.4 Zoom
Zoom into the live view by sliding a nger up in the left side of the screen.
Double tap on the image to bring up a 100% view. If a zoom is already ap-
plied, double tap the screen to return to a full image view.
21.5 Grid
1. Go to the context menu and select the Grid icon (circled left) to apply
a default grid. Press and hold the Grid icon to select one of a selection of
other grid options to apply to the live view.
21.6 Auto Stop and Start
Live View will be paused if the screen is not touched for one minute.
Touch the screen again to restart Live View.
21.7 Accessories
Live View is easily overexposed in due to the high sensitivity of the IQ CCD
sensor and its large size. It is sometimes necessary to take steps to prevent
overexposure by either stopping down the aperture or by using a Neutral
Density lters (ND lters ). ND lters are widely available, and it is even pos-
sible to get variable ND lters, that can prove invaluable when working in
changeable outdoor ambient light.
Recommended Suppliers
Schneider Optics:
http://www.schneideroptics.com/lters/index.htm
Lee Filters:
http://www.leelters.com/camera/products/nder/ref:C475674681BB1B/
Sing Ray Vari ND:
http://www.singh-ray.com/varind.html
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21.8 Live View Camera Support
The Phase One IQ back Live View function is supported on both medium
and large format view cameras. Find out how to operate Live View from
the following list of cameras:
View Cameras
1. Open the lens and select the desired aperture value.
2. Activate Live View on the IQ back.
Phase One 645AF/645DF/645DF+
1. Activate Live View on the IQ back.
2. Adjust the exposure time dial until the camera display states ‘time’.
3. Press the camera shutter button.
Hasselblad H1/ H2
1. Activate Live View on the IQ back.
2. Select the M (Manual) mode.
3. Select the desired aperture value.
4. Set the shutter to ‘T mode’ .
N.B. It is only possible to change the aperture when the camera body
is idle/not exposing. Please exit the T-mode to change aperture.
Hasselblad V
1. Activate Live View on the IQ back.
2. Select B (Bulb) mode.
Mamiya RZ67 Pro II/Pro IID
1. Activate Live View on the IQ back.
2. Select B (Bulb) mode.
N.B. It is only possible to change the aperture when the camera body
is idle/not exposing. Please exit the Bulb mode to change aperture.
Contax 645
1. Activate Live View on the IQ back.
2. Select B (Bulb) mode.
3. Select the desired aperture value.
N.B. It is only possible to change the aperture when the camera body
is idle/not exposing. Please exit the Bulb mode to change aperture.
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Notices
©2014 Phase One A/S. All rights reserved. Made in Denmark.
User guide version: 1.20
IQ2 Back rmware version: 5.11.36
645DF+ rmware: 2.27
Colorspace images created in CROMiX ColorThink.
Photos by:
Jens Honoré
Stefan Kapfer
Eugeni Pons
Douglas Sonders
Text By:
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FCC Regulations:
§ 15.19 (a)(3)
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
thatmay cause undesired operation.
§ 15.21
Changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user‘s authority
to operate the equipment.
§ 15.105 (b)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged
to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
—Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
—Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
—Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is connected.
—Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
§ 15.407 (e)
Operation on the 5.15-5.25 GHz frequency band is restricted to indoor use only. The FCC requires indoor use for the
5.15-5.25 GHz band to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite Systems.
§ 2.1093
RF Exposure Information (SAR)
This device is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy
set by the Federal Communications Commission of the U.S. Government. The exposure standard for wireless devices
employs a unit of measurement known as the Specic Absorption Rate (SAR). The SAR limit adopted by the FCC is
1.6W/kg for an uncontrolled environment. Tests for SAR are conducted using standard operating positions accepted by
the FCC with the device transmitting at its highest certied power level in all tested frequency bands. The FCC has
granted an Equipment Authorization for this device with all reported SAR levels evaluated as in compliance with the FCC
RF exposure guidelines.
Although the SAR is determined at the highest certied power level, the actual SAR level of the device while operating
can be well below the maximum value. This is because the device is designed to operate at multiple power levels so as
to use only the poser required to reach the network. In general, the closer you are to a wireless base station antenna, the
lower the power output.
