Rollei flex 2.8F User Manual [nl]

Rolleiflex 3.5F / 2.8F: prepared by Alastair Firkin.

in practical use

In practical use

Please start

with the Short-cut to the First Exposure. Only two pages, but
they will tell you in rapid fashion oil you need to know.

The handling of the model 2.8 F shown here and of the 3.5 F
which is identical in all constructional features is then explained
once more in detail, step by step. The first part covers its
everyday use: it contains the standard rules for picture-taking;
thanks to Rollei's automatic principle, these are simpler than
ever before, The second part deals with the additional features of
the camera, useful from time to time to master special
photographic problems.

The aim of this booklet is to facilitate getting quick information
on all necessary details and also to help you to take full
advantage of the great capabilities of your Rolleiflex.

ROLLEI-WERKE FRANKE & HEIDECKE

Short-cut to the First Exposure

1) DIN-ASA Setting

Immediately after loading the camera: gently press knurled knob and
set to the DIN or ASA value of the film used in camera - important
for getting correct exposure. Set filter scale to zero (→ page 27).

2) Focusing

Raise rear edge of focusing hood. Composition and sharpness can
now be examined on the focusing screen; turn the focusing knob
until principal object appears with maximum sharpness. For more
critical observation of the image, raise magnifier by gently pressing
the direct view finder panel. Direct view finder → page 22.

3) Pro-selecting Shutter Speed

Turn speed selector wheel, using right thumb, until the desired
shutter speed (red figures) appears in the center of the peep window.
Selecting Shutter Speed → page 14.

4) Setting the Exposure

Turn stop selector wheel, using left thumb, until both pointers of the
exposure meter are in line which each other. Just one more glance - to
check framing and focus - and the Rolleiflex is ready to shoot.
Incidentally, by pre-selecting the diaphragm opening, the depth-of-field
required can be determined first (→ page 16). To line up the exposure
meter pointer, turn the speed selector wheel: click shutter speed into
position and make final adjustment with diaphragm wheel (→ page

14).

5) To Release Shutter

Swing the safety lever from # (locked) to (unlocked) position; press
shutter release.

6) Film Transport

Swing out crank and turn with one continuous swing - forward to stop
and back again to stop. This operation cocks the shutter, advances the
film to the next frame and sets the picture counter to the next exposure.
The Rolleiflex is ready for the next picture.

Eveready Case (see frame below)

To open: lift the top from the rear [1] and fold forward and
down. Before closing the case set camera to °.

Removing the camera: swing locking levers on either side of
strap holder downward [2]- the two sides of the case can now
be spread apart. Lift crank outward, spread the sides slightly
and pull camera forward. - To insert: spread the two sides of
the case slightly, guide the raised crank through opening from
the inside and lower the camera backwards into the case.
Press the sides together and swing locking levers upward.

Detaching the front (if required): press clip downward [3],
remove the front flap, lifting it backward. - To attach: insert
the front flap in hinge and close eveready case.

Lens Cap

To remove: lift the lower part by the tab at the lower edge and fold it against the upper part; remove cap

from the bayonet by turning it counter-clock-wise [4].

To attach: fit the folded cap into the viewing bayonet - hinge pointing to the focusing knob - fold down
after a short turn [5] and snap into place.

Neck Strap

To attach: insert the retaining prongs at the ends of the strap into the strap holders (on camera or

eveready case) and they will immediately snap into position.

To release: press the retaining prongs together and pull strap [6].

The leather loop and snap buttons on the left side of the eveready case serve to hold the protective
leather cover for the light meter in place. It is necessary to un-snap the lower left button before opening
the case, when the meter cover is used.

Loading the Camera

Please do not try to insert your first film until you are fully familiar
with the handling of the camera. Otherwise continue on page 11.

The Rolleiflex uses 2.25 x 3.5" rollfilm No. 120 (B II 8) giving 12
exposures 2.25 x 2.25".

The Film Pressure Plate inside the camera back can be adjusted for
120 rollfilm as well as for 35 mm film (using Rolleikin, → page 33):
when using rollfilm, the inscription 2.25 x 2.25" must be visible.

Never change film in direct sunlight! Utilize, at least, the shadow of
your own body!

To open camera: turn the safety back lock clip at the tripod socket [1], lift back lock lever [2] and
pull back open.

To adjust film guide plate: press the plate against the back, push it up or down until it stops [3]
and let spring forward into the normal plane.

Inserting new film spool: pull out film spool knob of lower spool chamber [4], insert film, right
side first. and allow film knob to return to position.

Tear off tape seal.

Thread the beginning of the backing paper -printed side outwards - through the rollers of the film
feeler mechanism [5] and push the paper leader into the long slot of the take-up spool (using the
crank for correct positioning) [6] Tighten the backing paper by one half turn of the crank, while
braking the full spool with the thumb [7].

To close camera: press the back with the palm of the hand, fold down the back lock lever and
secure [8].

Adjusting to DIN / ASA speed ratings [1]: First determine the speed of the film used (to be found
on the box or an accompanying instruction sheet), which will be indicated in DIN or ASA values.
Gently press and turn knurled knob until the corresponding speed rating appears above the indicator
mark in the DIN or ASA window. (The dots correspond to inter-mediate film speeds, → page 27.)

This setting has to be adjusted whenever a different speed film is used.

Setting the filter factor [2]: Under normal shooting conditions, turn setting button to zero. Set the
corresponding filter factors only when using filters requiring a prolonged exposure (→ page 27).

Setting the film type (as a reminder) [3]: Turn the knurled knob at the focusing knob to set the
film type - black and white, colour artificial light, colour daylight, colour negative.

Advancing the film to No. 1: Turn crank continuously until it stops - past a slight resistance during
the last turn, when the counter mechanism engages - and then in opposite direction until it stops
again [4]. The crank is now locked in its starting position. The film frame counter indicates No. 1,
shutter is cocked - the film is in correct position and ready for the first exposure.

Focusing for Sharpness

To open the focusing hood: lift rear edge of hood [5] and raise cover. To close:
fold in both sides [8].

To raise magnifier: press direct viewfinder panel inward, following this simple
method: grip upper edge of hood with two fingers, pushing the panel gently
inward with the fingertip [6]. Always hold magnifier close to the eye. To close:

push magnifier support down [7].

Focusing: Turn the focusing knob until the picture is pin-sharp, or until the two halves of the image
meet in the Rangefinder Wedge (Centre of the view finder).

If you select the shutter speed first:

turn the speed selector wheel (right), until the desired
instantaneous shutter speed (red figure) appears in the center
of the indicator window,

This is an easy rule. All you have to do is to watch two
pointers. Thus Rollei clearly signals:

The exposure is correct, when both pointers are aligned.

The exposure meter is directly cross-coupled to the speed and
stop settings. Adjustment according to the meter
automatically sets the depth-of-field indicator as well. This
facilitates focusing even further. Now you can also pre-select
the diaphragm opening, without checking the diaphragm
setting, - depending upon whether you prefer a faster shutter
speed (→ page 14) or a greater depth-of-field