Sinarback eSprit 65 LV
Digital camera back for portable use
Operating Instructions
LEGAL INFORMATION
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Copyright
Copyright © 2008 - 2009 Sinar AG. All rights reserved.
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produced with the appropriate care. No liability will be accepted for damages resulting
from the non-observance of the advice contained herein.
We reserve the right to modify the document following technical advancements.
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allowed in accordance with the intellectual property right laws of the respective country.
In some cases, taking and using photographic images is restricted even for private use.
Please be careful and make sure that you take pictures only in accordance with the laws
effective in the country.
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Advice for using this operating manual
Warning signs and symbols
Warning against possible dangers to personal safety or health
Warning against the occurrence of an electric shock
Warning against electric voltage.
Warning against the risk of stumbling
Warning against risks that might arise from possibly damaged batteries
Warning against the danger of explosion
Warning against hot surfaces
Warning against the occurrence of fire
Warning against possible damage to the device or its component parts
Important advice
Advice or guidelines to be observed when disposing of the camera or its
component parts
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References
[Info / Esc] Refers to an operational element that permits to call up a function. All
operational elements will be written in capital letters.
|-Settings |
Histogramm-|
Refers to the menu path to be followed when selecting a function from
the menu.
Refers to a chapter or section to be read for further information.
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Enumeration
Abbreviations
° Degree (angular measure)
°C Degree Celsius
CCD Charged Coupled Device
EMC Electromagnetic Compatibility
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Table of contents
ADVICE FOR USING THIS OPERATING MANUAL ...................................................II
Warning signs and symbols...........................................................................II
References ...................................................................................................III
Abbreviations...............................................................................................III
1 INTRODUCTION.............................................................................................1
2 SAFETY INFORMATION .................................................................................2
2.1 General Advice ......................................................................................2
2.2 Safety advice for handling the Sinarback eSprit 65 LV ..........................3
2.2.1 Advice for the prevention of injuries................................................... 3
2.2.2 Advice for the prevention of damage ................................................. 4
2.2.3 Advice for the storage, maintenance and disposal.............................. 5
2.3 Safety advice concerning the battery and the battery charger ..............6
2.4 Norms and standards ............................................................................7
2.5 Environmental conditions......................................................................8
3 SCOPE OF DELIVERY .....................................................................................9
4 GENERAL INFORMATION ............................................................................10
4.1 Operational elements and interfaces...................................................10
4.3 Power supply ......................................................................................11
4.4 Data saving .........................................................................................11
4.5 Interfaces ............................................................................................12
4.6 Change of format................................................................................12
5 ASSEMBLY AND COMMISSIONING..............................................................13
5.1 Assembling and attaching the Sinarback eSprit 65 LV ........................13
5.2 Inserting and removing the battery.....................................................15
5.3 Inserting and removing the CF-card ....................................................15
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5.4 Charging the battery ...........................................................................16
6 FIRST USE....................................................................................................17
6.1 Overview over the menu .....................................................................17
6.2 Operational elements and their functions ...........................................17
6.3 Getting started....................................................................................18
6.4 Capture settings..................................................................................19
7 OPERATING THE MENU ..............................................................................20
7.1 Menu “Settings”..................................................................................20
7.1.1 Overexposure................................................................................... 20
7.1.2 RAW Format .................................................................................... 20
7.1.3 JPG Resolution ................................................................................. 21
7.1.4 JPG Compression ............................................................................ 21
7.1.5 Contrast........................................................................................... 21
7.1.6 Saturation ........................................................................................ 22
7.1.7 Sharpness ........................................................................................ 22
7.1.8 Noise filter ....................................................................................... 22
7.1.9 Histogram ........................................................................................ 23
7.1.10 Colour space .................................................................................... 23
7.1.11 Load and save settings ..................................................................... 24
7.1.12 Picture numbering............................................................................ 25
7.1.13 Display brightness ............................................................................ 25
7.1.14 Format card ..................................................................................... 26
7.1.15 Camera body ................................................................................... 26
7.1.16 Power save ...................................................................................... 26
7.1.17 Language......................................................................................... 27
7.1.18 Time / Date ...................................................................................... 27
7.1.19 Reset................................................................................................ 27
7.1.20 Info.................................................................................................. 28
7.2 The menu “Acquisition” ......................................................................29
7.2.1 ISO-sensitivity................................................................................... 29
7.2.2 White balance.................................................................................. 29
7.2.3 RAW ................................................................................................ 30
7.2.4 Set manual white balance ................................................................ 30
8 CONTACT SHEET .........................................................................................32
8.1 Contact sheet display ..........................................................................32
8.2 Full screen display ...............................................................................32
8.3 Display image information ..................................................................33
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8.4 Zoom...................................................................................................34
9 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE..................................................................35
10 APPENDIX ...................................................................................................36
10.1 Symbols ..............................................................................................36
10.2 Technical data.....................................................................................38
10.3 Supported cameras .............................................................................39
10.4 Recommended memory cards .............................................................39
INTRODUCTION
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1 Introduction
Congratulations to your new Sinarback eSprit 65 LV. With the Sinarback eSprit65 LV, you
have purchased a reliable digital camera back. The Sinarback eSprit 65 LV can be operated
portable or in tethered mode.
Rugged design and easy handling make the Sinarback eSprit 65 LV the ideal instrument
for a great variety of applications in professional photography. The operational elements
are arranged in accordance with ergonomic principles, and enable quick and easy access
to all functions.
The design and functionality of the Sinarback eSprit 65 LV match flawlessly with the Sinar
Hy6 medium format camera. The Sinarback eSprit 65 LV is also adaptable to a variety of
medium format cameras from other manufacturers currently available on the market.
Before starting to work with your Sinarback eSprit 65 LV, please read this manual
carefully. In this way, you will be able to make optimum use of the functions, and to avoid
operational errors.
We wish you every success with your Sinarback eSprit 65 LV.
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2 Safety Information
2.1 General Advice
Read this manual carefully.
Read the manual carefully before starting to operate your Sinarback eSprit
65 LV. In this way, you will be able to make optimum use of the
functions, and to prevent any injuries of persons or damages to the
Sinarback. Also, your warranty claims will be maintained. No liability will
be accepted for damages and injuries resulting from the non-observance
of the information contained in this manual.
Operate the Sinarback and all accessory items as intended.
Any other use than intended will not be covered by the warranty claims.
Do not open the casing of the Sinarback eSprit 65 LV.
Opening the casing of the Sinarback eSprit 65 LV is explicitly reserved to
customer service. Any arbitrary opening of the casing leads to the expiry
of the warranty claims. No liability will be accepted for personal injuries or
damages caused by the arbitrary opening of the casing.
Spare parts and accessories
Use only such spare parts and accessories that are included in your
delivery and / or recommended by the manufacturer for the use with the
Sinarback eSprit 65 LV. No liability will be accepted by the manufacturer
for injuries or damages caused by the use of non-authorized spare parts
and accessories. Please contact the manufacturer or your expert dealer for
questions regarding spare parts and accessories.
Observe the safety advice and operating instructions of third party
suppliers.
The Sinarback eSprit 65 LV is optimally suited for the use with the Sinar
Hy6 camera body, however it is also compatible with other medium
format cameras. When using this camera with instruments or accessories
of third party suppliers, please observe the safety advice contained in the
supplied manuals.
No liability will be accepted for injuries or damages resulting from the
non-observance of the safety information contained in the manuals of
third party suppliers.
Observe the legal regulations for taking and using photographic
images.
Make sure to use photographic equipment only in accordance with the
laws (e.g. copyright, intellectual property right) effective in the respective
country. Images that are not taken for private use only must not be used
without permission. In some cases, the capturing of images can also be
restricted if the images are intended for private use.
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Test the Sinarback eSprit 65 LV before use.
Before you start to operate your Sinarback eSprit 65 LV for the first
time, take some test photographs to check whether the Sinarback
works flawlessly, and whether the photographic images can be read
from your memory card by your computer.
We also recommend checking the functioning of the Sinarback eSprit
65 LV always before taking photographic images at special events (e.g.
weddings).
No liability will be assumed for the loss of images.
Handle the Sinarback eSprit 65 LV with care.
The Sinarback eSprit 65 LV is a sensitive, high precision instrument.
Please handle it with the appropriate care, and observe the advice for
cleaning and maintenance.
Do not use the Sinarback eSprit 65 LV with view cameras.
The Sinarback eSprit 65 LV is equipped with microlenses. It is not
recommended to use this Sinarback on view cameras or other cameras
that enable displacement. A non-compliance with this advice can lead
to undesirable image effects.
2.2 Safety advice for handling the Sinarback eSprit 65 LV
2.2.1 Advice for the prevention of injuries
Do not open the casing and do not disassemble the Sinarback
eSprit 65 LV.
There is the danger of an electric shock. If the casing of the Sinarback
eSprit 65 LV is open due to damage, do not touch the internal parts.
Contact customer service.
Do not insert metal pieces into the magnetic contacts.
Do not insert any metal pieces into the electric contacts of the
Sinarback eSprit 65 LV, or into the contacts of any accessory items.
There is the danger of an electric shock or of damage to the device.
To prevent the danger of an explosion, do not use the Sinarback eSprit
65 LV nearby easily inflammable liquids or gas.
If the Sinarback eSprit 65 LV was dropped into water, or if the internal
parts have got in contact with water, please remove the battery to
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65 LV anymore. Contact customer service.
If any abnormal behavior (e.g. smoke, noise, smell) occurs during
operation, do not use the Sinarback eSprit 65 LV anymore. Disconnect
the Sinarback from the power supply and / or remove the battery.
Contact customer service before using the Sinarback eSprit 65 LV again.
2.2.2 Advice for the prevention of damage
Avoid strong magnetic fields.
Strong magnetic fields can damage the functions of the Sinarback
eSprit 65 LV or destroy the recorded data. Do not use the Sinarback
eSprit 65 LV nearby devices that produce high electro-magnetic fields
(e.g. magnets or electric motors).
Avoid contact with sand, dust, toxic gas, water etc.
This can lead to a failure of the Sinarback eSprit 65 LV. If water is on
the surface of the Sinarback eSprit 65 LV, wipe it away gently with a
dry and soft, wood free tissue. When the Sinarback has been exposed
to saline air, the casing has to be wiped with a slightly moistened
piece of cloth.
Do not touch the sensor in the digital back. Please use the protective
cover when the Sinarback eSprit 65 LV is detached from the camera.
Do not use the Sinarback eSprit 65 LV under water.
The Sinarback eSprit 65 LV is not waterproof, and therefore may not
be used for submarine photography.
Prevent the occurrence of condensation water.
Do not expose the Sinarback eSprit 65 LV to rapidly changing
environment temperatures. In this way, the occurrence of
condensation water outside and inside of the Sinarback eSprit 65 LV
can be prevented. Condensation water can lead to damage of the
components.
To prevent the occurrence of condensation water, place the Sinarback
eSprit 65 LV in a sealed plastic bag when the environment
temperatures change. Do not take the Sinarback eSprit 65 LV out until
it has accommodated to the new environment temperature.
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2.2.3 Advice for the storage, maintenance and disposal
Do not store the Sinarback eSprit 65 LV at high temperatures and
high air humidity.
High temperatures and high air humidity can lead to the occurrence of
mildew. Do not leave the Sinarback eSprit 65 LV in a car where
temperatures can get very high. Observe the description of the permitted
operational conditions. When environment temperatures are high, store
the Sinarback eSprit 65 LV outside of the bag in a dry and well-ventilated
location.
Use the protective cover when the Sinarback is detached from the
camera. In this way, soiling or damage to the sensor can be avoided.
Do not leave the Sinarback eSprit 65 LV in the sun.
Do not store the Sinarback eSprit 65 LV together with preserving agents
or chemicals, or in humid or dusty environments.
Do not store the Sinarback eSprit 65 LV near heat sources.
Store the Sinarback eSprit 65 LV out of the reach of children.
A broken digital back or its electric components may cause injuries.
Cleaning of the Sinarback eSprit 65 LV
Only use the included cleaning kit to clean the sensor of the Sinarback
eSprit 65 LV. Refer to chapter 9 Cleaning and maintenance”
for
further information.
Disposal
The Sinarback eSprit 65 LV must be disposed of in accordance with
special WEEE guidelines. The supplier offers to take back the product at
the end of the product life cycle, and to take care of the disposal
according to the effective environmental protection guidelines.
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2.3 Safety advice concerning the battery and the battery charger
Use only the Sinar V 290-batteries that are included in your delivery. No
liability will be accepted for any damages or injuries caused by the use of
non-authorised batteries.
Operate the battery and the battery charger only as intended.
• Do not open or disassemble the battery or alter it in any way.
• Do not expose the battery to high temperature.
• Do not insert the batteries in converse polarity.
• Only use and charge the battery under the permitted operating
temperature and conditions.
Keep the battery and the battery charger out of the reach of
children.
Batteries can be damaged or swallowed, and can cause severe injuries.
When charging the battery, make sure that the battery charger and the
battery are out of the reach of children. Avoid the danger of a lifethreatening electric shock.
Keep the battery and the battery charger away from fire.
There is the danger of an explosion and of an electric shock.
Keep the battery and the battery charger away from water.
If the battery or the battery charger has been in contact with water, do
not use them until they have dried completely.
Do not use damaged batteries.
If battery liquid is leaking from the battery, do not touch the battery
liquid. Contact of battery liquid with the eyes can lead to the loss of your
eyesight!
Avoid any contact of the liquid with the eyes, skin or clothes. If skin or
eyes have been in contact with battery liquid, use plenty of water and
wash off the liquid without rubbing. Do not use any cleaning agents.
Consult a physician immediately.
Do not use the damaged battery anymore.
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If a battery is changing color or form, or if smoke is emitting from the
battery, take the battery out of the Sinarback eSprit 65 LV. Be careful not
to burn your hands.
If a battery is changing color or form, if extreme heat is occurring or if
smoke is emitting from the battery during battery charging, disconnect
the charger from the power supply to prevent the occurrence of fire.
To prevent the occurrence of fire, do not use the battery charger near
inflammable gas or liquids.
Do not store the batteries and the battery charger nearby heat sources.
The cables or the instruments can be deformed and suffer damage. There
is the danger of fire or an electric shock.
Do not use damaged cables and accessories.
Damaged cables imply the danger of a life-threatening electric shock. Do
not cut, damage, extremely bend or twist cables.
Do not let cables trail across the floor.
Make sure to place the cables safely to prevent the danger of accidental
stumbling.
The battery has to be disposed of in compliance with the WEEEguidelines. Do not dispose of the battery together with usual domestic
refuse. Use the containers provided at the collection points.
2.4 Norms and standards
The product complies with the following norms and standards:
EMC Electro-magnetic compatibility
Europe: EN61000-6-3:2001 Emission (specified by EN55022 Class B)
EN 61000-6-1:2001 Immunity (specified by EN55024)
USA / Canada: FCC part 15 class B
ROHs
WEEE: Disposal
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