Phase One 645 DF+ User Guide

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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 The Camera System includes 12

2.2 Warranty and Services 13

2.3 Charging the Batteries for the IQ2 Digital Back 14

2.4 Camera Batteries (AA and rechargeable Li-ion battery) 15

2.5 Sleep Mode 16

2.6 Attach and Remove Lens 17

2.7 Adjusting the Strap 18

2.8 Attaching the IQ2 Back 19

2.9 Names of Parts and Functions (Nomenclature) 20

2.10 The Displays 21

2.11 Displays, Abbreviations and Electronic Dial Operation 22

2.12 The Buttons on the Back 23

2.13 LED Lights 23

2.14 Setting Date and Time 24

2.15 Setting Diopter 24 Replacing the Diopter Correction Lens 25

2.16 Eyepiece Shutter 25

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

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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 Off 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 Off 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 Specications 101

8.2 IQ260 Digital Back Specications 102

8.3 IQ260 Achromatic Digital Back Specications 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 Difference 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 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

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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-Notication 129

10.5 Lens Maintenance 130

10.6 Back Maintenance 130

10.7 IR Filter on the CCD 130

10.8 645DF+ Camera Body Specications 131

10.9 Phase One 645DF+ Housing Specication 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

15.2 Viewnder 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 Viewnder 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 Hasselbl ad 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

14.0 Appendix: Open Platform 141

Double Exposure Protection 141

14.1 IQ2 Back and Phase One 645DF/DF+ 142

14.2 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 Viewnder Masking 144

15.0 IQ2 Back for Mamiya RZ67 145

15.1 Mounting IQ2 Back on the Mamiya RZ67 145

17.0 IQ2 Back for Hasselblad H Series 155

17.1 Mounting the IQ Back on a Hasselblad H Series 155

17.2 Viewnder Masking 156

17.3 More Details: Hasselblad H Series 157 Camera Display 157 ISO Settings 157 Auto Exposure 157 Viewnder Information 158 Double Exposure Protection 158 Image Orientation 158

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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 Viewnder 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

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

20.0 List of Focusing Screens and Viewnder Masks 168

20.1 Full Frame Focusing Screens or with Engraved Masking 168

20.2 Viewnder 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

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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 highquality 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 workow. 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 efcient workow.

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 specic Phase One 645DF+ and IQ2 Series features and functionality.

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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 certicate. 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 instructions 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 period 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. Conrm that you want to perform the deactivation. After doing so, you can activate Capture One on another computer.

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1.4 Screen Calibration

Having a properly calibrated monitor is a critical factor when viewing images. 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 calibrated, the color and brightness controls should be locked to prevent inadvertent 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+ IQ2 Camera System

The Phase One Camera system is created to provide as much exibility and openness as possible.

2.1 The Camera System includes

• Phase One 645DF+ Camera Body

• Phase One IQ2 Digital Back

• Schneider Kreuznach 80mm LS f/2.8 Lens

• Capture One Pro 8 software

• 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

• Sync cable for technical camera

• 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

• Waterproof roller hard case with room for 17” laptop

The interior of the roller supplied with the IQ2 based Camera System can be customized and congured. An extra set of dividers are provided inside the lid of the case, which can be used to divide the compartments into smaller or different sections to make an ideal storage solution for a camera and lenses.

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2.2 Warranty and Services

The IQ2 Camera System comes with a 5 Year Warranty and 5 Year Uptime Guarantee covering all items in the system: IQ2 digital back, 645DF+ camera body, Phase One Lenses, Schneider Kreuznach lenses and Vertical Grip.

5 Year Warranty

What is it?

• Free repair during warranty period

• Exchange for new in case of DOA

Warranty covers:

• IQ2 Camera System*

• 645DF+

• IQ2 digital back

• Optional Phase One Lenses

• Optional Schneider Kreuznach Lenses

• Optional Vertical Grip

IQ2 digital backs

Conditions Warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship, and is limited to 250.000 captures. Warranty is personal and not transferrable Customer pays freight to Phase One Phase One Pays freight to customer

5 Years Uptime Guarantee

What is it? Loaners sent within 24 hours

Uptime Guarantee covers:

• IQ2 Camera System*

• 645DF+

• IQ2 digital back

• Phase One Lenses

• Schneider Kreuznach Lenses

• Vertical Grip

IQ2 digital backs

Conditions In some countries it is not possible to get the Uptime Guarantee. (China, South Americas, Mexico, Russia, Middle East etc. – please ask order desk) Uptime Guarantee is personal and not transferrable Phase One Pays freight to Customer Customer pays freight to Phase One

*Warranty is only in effect, if end-user is registered on the order via OLS or via mail to order desk - If end-user is not registered, the reseller carries the responsibility beyond 1 Year Classic Warranty.

*Uptime Guarantee is only in effect, if end-user is registered on the order via OLS or via mail to order desk - If user is not registered, the reseller carries the responsibility for the loeaner.

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2.3 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).

Warning!

• Only use the Charger to charge the specied 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

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 differences 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.

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2.4 Camera Batteries

M.UP

Set the shutter release mode selector lever to L (to turn the power off). 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 clockwise. 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.

The batteries are sufciently charged.

There is very little power remaining. Camera will not operate. Set the shutter release mode selector lever to “L” (to turn the power off) and replace the

batteries with new ones.

There is little power remaining. Have new batteries on hand. Camera will still operate.

When the batteries are emptied for power, “batt” ashes on the main

LCD and the viewnder’s LCD when the shutter release button is pressed.

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 different 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.

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2.5 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 specic 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 off before loading the batteries.

3. It is advised to carry spare batteries in remote or foreign locations.

NOTE: For the purpose of the descriptions and explanations provided in these instructions, it is assumed that the camera’s power is on.

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.

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2.6 Attach and Remove a Lens

80mm

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80mm

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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.

1:28

80mm

Remove a Lens

While sliding the lens release button[A] back, rotate the lens counter clockwise until it stops, and lift it off. 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 off 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.

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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.

2.7 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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2.8 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.

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.

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.

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2.9 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

Exposure Compensation Button

Flash Auto Adjustment

Select Button

Auto Bracketing Button

Diopter Adjustment Lens (Standard Accessory)

External Power Socket

Eyepiece Shutter Lever

Main LCD

Rear Dial

Strap Lug

Front Dial

Shutter Release Button

Drive Dial

Auto Focus Assist Light Self Timer Lamp

Hot Shoe

Exposure Mode Dial

Mirror*

*Do not touch the mirror

Electronic Contacts

Lens Mount Alignment Mark

Depth of Field Preview Button

Diopter Adjustment Dial

Strap Lug

Battery Case Lock Lever

Battery Case

Tripod Socket

Auto Focus Lock Button

AEL Exposure Metering button

Focus Mode Selector Lever

Lens Release Button

Synchro Terminal

Electronic Shutter Release Contact

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Main LCD

During actual use, only the relevant icons and indicators are displayed.

2.10 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.

Viewnder LCD

During actual use, only the relevant icons and indicators are displayed.

Auto focus area frame

Viewnder Display

The most relevant information regarding the exposure and camera settings can be seen on the bottom display in the viewnder along with the autofocus mark that indicates correct focus.

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Exposure mode

Position

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

Auto-bracketing button

Flash auto adjustment select button

The multi-turn auto bracketing

repeat setting

Turn the auto bracket ON/OFF

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

2.11 Displays, Abbreviations and Electronic Dial Operation

Electronic Dial Operation

Back Display

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.

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Play

ISO

2.12 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.

2.13 LED Lights

IQ Series digital backs feature two main LEDs located below the bottom left corner of the screen.

The IQ Series Home 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 Off 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 buffer 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.

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2.14 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 conrm your entry.

The time and date is applied to the EXIF data in all les captured with the IQ back.

Diopter not matching

Diopter correction lens Range of Adjustment

DE401 (standard) -2,5 to +2,5

DE402 (fnearsighted users)

DE403 (farsighted users) 0 to +3,0

Diopter matching

-5,0 to -2,0

2.15 Setting Diopter

Look through the viewnder 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 sufcient 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.

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NOTE:

If there is dirt or dust on the lens surface, remove it with a blower or sweep it off gently with a lens brush.

If there are ngerprints or dirt on the lens surface, wipe them off with a piece of clean, soft gauze.

Using solvents could discolor the correction lens frame.

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.

2.16 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 viewnder. (This prevents exposure error due to light entering from the viewnder.)

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.

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Focus Mode Focusing

S Single focus

mode

C Continuous

focus mode

M Manual 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.

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.

Focus manually.

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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 off.

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.

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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 specic 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).

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3.4 Measuring Light – Exposure Metering

1. Press button [A] to adjust the exposure metering mode. There are three different 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.

Average/spot auto exposure metering

Center-weighted average/spot exposure metering

Center spot 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 difference between the spot exposure metering value and center-weighted average exposure metering value, the correct exposure level is obtained as the intermediate value.

The average brightness of the entire screen is measured, emphasizing the center of the screen.

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.

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 viewnder.

Warnings that the exposure is outside the metering range

• Program AE (P) The shutter speed and f-number blink.

Viewer display



• Aperture priority AE (Av) The shutter speed blinks.

• Shutter priority AE (Tv) The f-number blinks.

• Manual mode (M) The exposure metering value difference is displayed.

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Normal Half-press

Release position Full-press

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 “halfpress” 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.

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Single Autofocus Mode (S)

This mode uses the focus-priority mechanism. The shutter can be released when the focus mark • in the viewnder is illuminated. This mode is suited for still subjects. Focus is locked when the focus mark

• is illuminated in the viewnder’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 different composition, take your nger off the shutter release button then repress 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 viewnder’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.

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Lenses with the Focus Mode Selector Continued

2. Lock the Focus.

When the focus mark • in the viewnder 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:

Effective 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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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 different distances within the focus frame (animals in cages, etc.)

• Subjects with continuous repeated patterns (building exteriors, blinds, etc.)

• Extremely backlit reective subjects (car bodies, water surfaces, etc.)

• Or when the subject is far smaller than the focus frame

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3.7 Manual focus

1. All lenses: Turn the focus mode selector lever to M (manual focus

2.25

0.7

0.8

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 viewnder will light up.

Manual Focusing using the Focus Mark (Focus conrmation method)

In focus

Turn focus ring clockwise

Turn focus ring counter clockwise

Half-press the shutter release button and turn the lens focusing ring to focus on the subject. The focus mark is illuminated in the viewnder’s LCD to signal that a picture is in focus.

If  is lit in the viewnder’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.

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3.8 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 buffer 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.

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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 viewnder display when the program line is shifted, the proper exposure cannot be achieved. Please select a different 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)

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.

Phase One 645

6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22

-1

-2

-3

-4 30 15 8 4

Shutter speed

program shift chart

2 1 1/2 1/4 1/8 1/15 1 /60 1/250 1/1000 1/4000

(ISO100 /AF80mm F2.8 D)

1/30 1/125 1/500 1/ 2000

5.6

2.8

Normal

Program shift area

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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 Priority AE (Av)

Set the desired aperture, and the camera selects the optimum shutter speed accordingly. Use the Av mode to maintain specic control over depth of eld,

1. Turn the exposure mode setting dial to “Av” (aperture-priority AE) position.

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).

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.

The selected shutter speed can be locked.

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NOTE:

When the exposure is compensated in the Manual mode, the difference between the metered value and the compensated value will be displayed on the viewnder LCD. In the B (Bulb) mode, the difference 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.

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.

The selected aperture and shutter speed can be locked.

NOTE:

When the set value matches with the metered value, the difference indicator will show “0.0”.

4. When the shutter release button is half pressed, the difference between the present settings and the metered value is displayed in the viewnder’s LCD panel. The value is displayed in 1/3 stop increments within a range of ±6 EV.

When the difference 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 viewnder LCD shows “– u –.” Contrarily when the set value is higher than the metered value, the indicator shows “– o –.”

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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

A B

One-push Shift Function

When the difference between the set value and metered value is displayed on the viewnder 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 difference[B] between the set value[A] and the metered

value is displayed on the viewnder 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.

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.

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.

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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 —

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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 off-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.

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), off the lm (OTF) and electronic ash exposure metering.

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Metz 3952 functions

Charging completed indicator in viewnder

Automatic setting of ash synchronizing speed

Flash conrmation The ash charge mark ashes after the shutter is released to

Auto zoom control The power zoom reector is linked to the lens focal length

Auto AF assist beam When the focus mode is set to “S”, the autofocus assist beam is

Display of ash range (distance) Displayed on the ash’s liquid crystal display panel. (Metz 32MZ-3

Data transfer The lm sensitivity data, exposure compensation data and aperture

When charging of the ash is completed, a charging completed ash icon will illuminate in the viewnders display panel

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.

indicate that the ash was emitted properly

(excluding the Metz 32Z-2)

emitted automatically in low light. (excluding the Metz 32Z-2)

and Metz 32Z-2)

data are sent from the camera to the ash.

Phase One 645DF+ features TTL (Through The Lens), OTF (Off The Film) and electronic ash exposure metering. A ash sensor located inside the camera body reads the ash light reected off 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 halfpressed.

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.

Adapter

Metz Flash Unit

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

Type of ash SCA3952 Module Converter

For more info on Metz, contact the local Metz dealer or www.metz.de

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.

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Exposure mode Shutter speed Aperture

P Program AE Automatically set by

Av Aperture priority AE Any aperture

Tv Shutter priority AE Automatically set

M Manual mode Any aperture

X Synchro mode 1/125 sec. or via CF Any aperture

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.

by camera to 1/125 when the set shutter speed is 1/125 sec. or faster.

Automatically set by camera

TTL ash

With TTL ash photography, the reection 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 reective 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.

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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 conrmation 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 viewnder with a + compensation, or appears with a – compensation.

Viewnder 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.

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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 off-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 different 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 Achromatic 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

which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

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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.

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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/off 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 buffer 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

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 indicator 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 capture. 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 reference capture to complete will appear at the bottom of the screen while the black reference is being captured. This function is performed

automatically.

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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 transferred 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 specic 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 off 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/TetheredShooting.aspx

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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 off the Check Disk function. However, if you want to turn it off 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.

Benets 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 buffer can be damaged.

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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 supplied 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 congure 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.

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Play

ISO

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)

Exit

Enter

Play

Down

ISO

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 different 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 conrm 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).

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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 between different menus and features. The IQ2 series backs are designed with invisible controls that are context sensitive and appear only when specic 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 histogram, 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.

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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 Off, 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 viewnder.

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

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 specic 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.

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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 satised 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 shutter, 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 electronically opened to get a live view on the screen.

All IQ2 backs support tethered Live View using FireWire 800 or USB3.0, except 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).

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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 conrmation 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 modied 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 different 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 articial light, you can setup the screen redraw frequency to either 50Hz or 60Hz This is setup in the menu “Live View Antiickering”.

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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.

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6.2 Play Mode: Context Menu

Press the Context Menu button in the corner of each Play mode. All Context 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 congure.

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 off 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 different 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 specic 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.

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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 ‘conrm 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 off the ‘conrm 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). Conrm 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 conrm that you want to Delete all the selected images. Press the green check mark to permanently delete or press the red cross to cancel.

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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 congure the Grid. It is possible to select a different 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 congured 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.

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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.

Congure the Tools

Long press a specic tool to congure 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 offset: 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 offset 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.

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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 congure the setup of the IQ2 back to your specic needs. Some options have submenus that are indicated by another arrow pointing to the right side as shown in the Power Management menu. (Left)

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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 to S, C or M.UP.

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7.1.10 Battery Type

The Phase One 645DF+ can be powered by three different 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.

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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 off from this menu. (The AF Assist Light is likely to be switched off 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.

Off: 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.

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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:

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.

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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.

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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 specic 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.

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Enabling Location Data in Capture Pilot

Location data is enabled inside the menu WiFi > Settings > 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.

Conrmation 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 Off Time

Switch off 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 off or set to Slow or Fast. The Slow and Off 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 off 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 off.

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 Off.

Press the Power button to switch on and restart the IQ back after it has shut down.

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Power-Up and Down from 645DF+

1. Turn on the 645DF+, and the IQ2 back will automatically power up.

2. Turn off 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 off properly.

If you want to disable this feature - this can be acheived via the Power Management 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 congure 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 different 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 affect how captured images are displayed on the LCD.

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7.11 Auto Preview Mode

The Auto Preview option can be switched On or Off. Select On to revert to a Play mode when shooting. Select Off to remain on the same display.

7.12 Display

The Display menu option has four options: Brightness, Display Off Time, Splash Screen and Background Image. (See below and page

88 for more details).

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 affect the brightness of the screen. It will NOT affect the Exposure Warning, Histogram and exposure of a nal capture.

Display Off Time

Switch off 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. Ensure 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 conrmation 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 conrmation screen will ap-

pear stating that a ‘Splashscreen set to default’.

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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 CompactFlash 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 conrmation 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 conrmation 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 appropriate date and time. Tap the check mark icon, which will appear in the bottom right hand corner of the screen to conrm 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 automatically 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 (simplied), Japanese, Korean and Russian.

N.B. If a language is selected that is not understandable, select the menu option with the ‘(L)’ to reselect. (See example circled left)

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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 possible 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 conrmation 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 affected).

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 embedded rmware in the IQ back. This is especially useful if support is needed or if you want to check if Phase One is offering 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.

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8.0 IQ2 Digital Back Overview

Sensors

Lens Factor

CCD size eective

Active pixels full resolution

Active pixels Sensor

Pixel size (micron)

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.

40.4 mm

53.7 m m

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

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.

40.4 mm

53.9 mm

Full res.

6 x 6

Sensor

12 x 12

IQ260 Achromatic

The IQ260 Achromatic oers 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

scientic purposes.

40.3 mm

53.7m m

Full res.

6 x 6

Resolution (megapixels)

Light sensitivity (ISO)

Exposure time

Image quality

Capture time (frames per sec.*)

Image buer

Wireless

Display

*) 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

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

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8.0 IQ2 Digital Back Overview Continued

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.

33 mm

Sensors

44 mm

Lens Factor

CCD size eective

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 buer

Wireless

Display

1/10,000 sec. - 1 hour

2 GB Advanced high speed RAM

2.4 Ghz and 5Ghz**

3.2” touch screen with 1.15 mega-

1.3

44 x 33 mm

8280 x 6208

Full res.

5.3 x 5.3

100 - 6400

14 f-stops

1.2

pixels

*) 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

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Phase One 645 DF+ User Guide

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual