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Carl Zeiss
Sports Optics
PhotoScope 85 T* FL
Instructions for use
We make it visible.
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I. General Information............................................................................... 4
Contact..................................................................................................... 4
Care and storage ...................................................................................... 5
Scope of supply ........................................................................................ 5
Safety instructions..................................................................................... 6
Disposal of batteries, normal and rechargeable........................................ 7
II. Short Guide................................................................................................ 11
III. Detailed Instructions.............................................................................. 13
Preparation
Charging the batteries .............................................................................. 13
Inserting/removing the batteries ............................................................... 14
Mains operation........................................................................................ 14
Inserting/removing the SD card................................................................. 15
Observation with and without glasses ...................................................... 16
Diopter compensation and image definition ............................................. 16
Switching on the camera .......................................................................... 17
Remote control ......................................................................................... 17
Monitor..................................................................................................... 18
Tripod ....................................................................................................... 18
Extendable sunshade................................................................................ 18
Menu settings
Introduction.............................................................................................. 19
Menu .............................................................................................. 20
ISO SENSITIVITY .............................................................................. 20
WHITE BALANCE............................................................................. 21
COLOR TEMPERATURE .................................................................... 22
AE COMPENSATION........................................................................ 22
AE MODE........................................................................................ 23
IMAGE SIZE..................................................................................... 24
QUALITY.......................................................................................... 25
Menu .............................................................................................. 26
PROGRAM ...................................................................................... 26
SHUTTER......................................................................................... 28
APERTURE....................................................................................... 28
SERIES CAPTURE............................................................................. 29
BRACKETING................................................................................... 30
FOCUS ASSIST................................................................................. 31
AE/AF LOCK .................................................................................... 31
AF SERIES ....................................................................................... 31
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Menu (Image settings)..................................................................... 32
TIME STAMP................................................................................... 32
ANTI HAZE...................................................................................... 32
NOISE REDUCTION ......................................................................... 33
SHARPNESS .................................................................................... 33
CONTRAST...................................................................................... 34
COLOR............................................................................................ 34
Menu (Monitor settings) ................................................................. 35
STATUS LINE ................................................................................... 35
LIVE IMAGE .................................................................................... 35
CONTRAST DISPLAY ........................................................................ 36
BRIGHTNESS DISPLAY ..................................................................... 36
SLIDESHOW .................................................................................... 37
IMAGE REVIEW............................................................................... 37
Menu SETUP .................................................................................. 38
AUTO POWER OFF .......................................................................... 38
DISPLAY OFF................................................................................... 39
LANGUAGE..................................................................................... 39
DATE
& TIME .................................................................................. 40
SOUND ........................................................................................... 40
FACTORY DEFAULTS......................................................................... 41
FIRMWARE ..................................................................................... 41
Menu SD card................................................................................ 42
FORMAT SD .................................................................................... 42
IMAGE NUMBER CONTINUOUSLY................................................... 42
RESET IMAGE NUMBER................................................................... 43
Capture ....................................................................................................... 44
Modify capture parameters....................................................................... 45
CAPTURE button....................................................................................... 45
Playback and image control........................................................................ 46
Delete image ............................................................................................ 47
Playback on PC......................................................................................... 47
Video Recording ........................................................................................... 48
Recording ................................................................................................. 48
Playback ................................................................................................... 48
End........................................................................................................... 48
IV. Technical Data .......................................................................................... 49
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Contact
Congratulations on your having the new PhotoScope 85 T* FL, which will provide you
with fascinating visual experiences and simultaneously impressive digital pictures.
As with all Carl Zeiss products, the PhotoScope 85 T* FL is characterised by outstanding optical performance, precise workmanship and long service life.
Carefully read through the following operating instructions, so that you get optimal
use of your PhotoScope 85 T* FL and it will be your reliable companion for many
years.
Practice, precise settings and photographic knowledge are also very helpful.
Our customer service is available for you
from Monday to Friday from 8:00 am until 6:00 pm (CET).
Tel.: +49 (0) 64 41 - 4 67 61 (German /English)
Fax: +49 (0) 64 41 - 4 83 69
eMail: info.sportsoptics@zeiss.de
● Please note that the controls, components, menu options, etc. of your product
can differ slightly from those shown in these operating instructions.
● The SD logo is a trademark.
● Other printed names, companies and product designations in the operating instruc-
tions are trademarks or registered trademarks of the corresponding companies.
I. General Information
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Care and storage
The PhotoScope does not require special care. Do not wipe coarse dirt particles (e.g. sand)
off from the lenses or the monitor, but rather blow off or remove with a hair brush.
Finger prints can attack the surface after a while. The simplest method of cleaning this
type of optical surface is to breathe on it and softly rub with a clean optical cleaning cloth.
Condensation/fogging can form on the monitor and outer lenses with strong temperature
fluctuations. Clean this with a soft, dry cloth.
Dry storage and good ventilation, especially in the tropics, help to prevent a possible
mould film on the optics.
The Cordura case included in the scope of delivery or the carrying case available as an
accessory are suitable primarily for safe storage and transportation (order no. 1678-578).
Scope of supply
● PhotoScope 85 T* FL
● Cordura case (order no. 1742-776)
● Remote control (order no. 0506-346) with carrying strap
and 2 AAA 1.5 V Micro (LR 03) batteries
● 1 GB SD card
● 1 rechargeable battery BP 511 (7.4 V/1400 mAh) (order no. 0500-637)
● Fast recharger (order no. 0504-821)
● Power plug with world plug set for connection to the charger or the PhotoScope
● Eyepiece cap (order no. 528100-0034)
● Lens cap (order no. 0505-836)
● USB cable (order no. 0476-546)
● Instructions and warranty card
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Safety instructions
● Caution: Never look into the sun or into laser light sources with the PhotoScope.
This can lead to serious injury to the eyes.
● Do not leave the product for a long time in the sun without protective cap or not in a
case. The lens and eyepiece can function as a burning glass and damage the interior
components.
● To reduce the danger of a fire, an electric shock or annoying interferences, only use the
accessories authorised by Carl Zeiss and the original plug-in power supply unit,
order no. 0504-821 (12 V DC/800 mA with 5.5 mm barrel connector), as well as the
rechargeable batteries and battery types mentioned in the instructions.
● Do not leave the device in rain or moisture with mains operation.
Operating with the plug-in power supply unit is only permissible in closed buildings.
● You should only operate the device with the plug-in power supply unit if the nominal
voltage of the plug-in power supply unit matches the local mains voltage.
Check the nominal voltage of the device and make sure you use the correct power
plug.
● In emergencies (e.g. if the housing, controls or power line are damaged by penetration
of liquid or foreign bodies), turn the device off immediately, unplug the power plug,
remove the rechargeable battery and contact your retail store or our Hotline.
● Incorrect placement of the batteries or rechargeable batteries poses a risk of explosion.
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Handle all batteries, rechargeable and normal, according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
They should not be thrown into a fire, heated, disassembled or broken.
Do not use faulty batteries. Normal batteries must never be recharged.
● Never open or disassemble the PhotoScope or the recharger or the batteries (risk of
electric shock, burning, acid).
● Never immerse the device in water.
● Do not force the monitor open and do not turn it beyond the permissible settings.
Do not press hard on the monitor. This can result in uneven colors on the monitor or
malfunctions.
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Disposal of batteries, normal and rechargeable
Batteries do not belong in domestic waste!
Please use a recycling facility in your area to dispose of used batteries.
As a user you are obliged to return used batteries.
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User information for disposal
of electrical and electronic devices
(private households)
This symbol on products and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical
and electronic products should not be mixed with common domestic waste.
Take these products for proper treatment, reclamation and recycling to the appropriate
collection sites where they will be accepted without cost.
In some countries it may be possible to turn in these products when buying a similar
new product at your local dealer. Proper disposal of this product protects the environment and prevents possible damaging effects to humans and the surroundings, which
could occur with improper handling of waste. More detailed information on the collection centre near you is available from your municipal government. In conformance with
national laws, fines can be levied for improper disposal of this type of waste.
For business customers in the European Union
Please contact your dealer or supplier if you want to dispose of electrical and electronic
devices. They will have further information available for you.
Information for disposal in other countries outside the European Union
This symbol only applies in the European Union. Please contact your municipal government or your dealer if you want to dispose of this product and want to know the possibilities of disposal.
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Description of the Components
Fig. 1: PhotoScope 85 T* FL
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1 Sunshade
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2 Focusing ring
3 Zoom ring
4 Fold-out monitor
5 Eyecup
6 Dioptre adjustment ring
7 Tripod connection
8 Rechargeable battery compartment
9 Rechargeable battery compartment release
10 Plug for power connection
11 Eyepiece cap
12 Rechargeable battery
13 SD card slot
14 USB connection
15 DC input
16 Operating mode display
17 On/off button
18 IR receiver
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1 Menu For calling up various menus
2 Scroll buttons For moving within the menus and moving the FOCUS ASSIST field of view
3 Picture Press until pressure point: Exposure and focus setting
(if FOCUS ASSIST is active); Push completely down: Take picture
4 Zoom minus For reducing size of monitor image
5 Zoom plus For enlarging size of monitor image
6 Playback To look at saved pictures
7 Delete For deleting a picture
8 Slideshow/Set For starting and stopping the slideshow or video and to change
between the menu bar and the FOCUS ASSIST field of view
9 Eyelet For fastening the carrying strap
10 OK For confirmation of the selected value
11 Push AF To activate the FOCUS ASSIST function for the following image
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Fig. 3: Picture-monitor image with status lines
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1 Time
2 Date
3 Bracketing setting (only if selected)
4 Battery status
5 SD card access display
6 Focus Assist measuring field/measuring field for spot metering
7 Display of still available pictures
8 Image size
9 White compensation
10 Exposure correction
11 Shutter/flashing indicators: risk of motion or underexposure
12 ISO setting
13 Focus Assist confirmation (blue)/video recording (red)
For long exposure times the time display blinks as a warning of blurring due to camera
shake.
In the picture mode the values of the lower status lines can be directly selected, depending on the selected exposure program, using the LEFT/RIGHT scroll buttons.
They appear in blue text. The values can be changed using the UP/DOWN scroll buttons.
The effects on the picture can be seen directly on the monitor image.
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II. Short Guide
Preparation
Charge the enclosed rechargeable battery BP 511 with the recharger. Open the rechargeable battery compartment by pressing on the releasing button (Fig. 1/9) and insert the
rechargeable battery.
Push the SD card into the card slot (Fig. 1/13) with the label pointing upward, until you
hear a click.
Place the two enclosed LR 03 (Micro AAA) batteries in the remote control. Make sure the
polarity is correct, corresponding to the symbols on the battery compartment. If you use
glasses, turn the eyecups (Fig. 1/5) completely in; without glasses turn the eyecup out.
View through the eyepiece
Look through the eyepiece and set the circular segments in the viewing field by turning
the dioptre compensation (Fig. 1/6) in so that
the image is absolutely sharp.
Setting the circle segments carefully, so they
are sharp, is the prerequisite for good photographs. Therefore, take some time and look
through the eyepiece in a relaxed manner.
It is helpful to first set the visible image blurred, so that you can completely focus on the
circle segments. Turn on the camera with the on/off button (Fig. 1/17) and fold out the
monitor.
Set or change the desired menu language with the remote control:
MENU > SETTINGS/EINSTELLUNGEN > LANGUAGE/SPRACHE
If you do not understand the language on the display, you can change to English at any
time by pressing on the SET button (Fig. 2/8) for approx. 4 seconds.
Set the date and time:
MENU > SETTINGS > DATE/TIME
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Camera format
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You return to live image mode by (repeated) pressing on the MENU button.
Make sure that the remote control is always pointed in the direction of the IR receiver
(Fig. 1/18) on the PhotoScope. Otherwise the remote control cannot transfer signals to
the PhotoScope.
Picture
For fast and simple photography, select the program using the SCROLL buttons
(Fig. 2/2) in the menu .
Now align the PhotoScope on the desired
object and carefully focus the image using
the focusing (Fig. 1/2) on the spotting scope.
Use the zoom ring (Fig. 1/3) to change the
image window. You will see a live preview of
the image on the screen at the same time.
Light coming through the eyepiece can lead
to undesirable reflections on the image.
In this situation place the cap on the eyepiece.
Press the CAPTURE button (Fig. 2/3) on the remote control to take a picture.
The camera default settings ensure good picture quality in most conditions.
However, it is recommended that you also read through the detailed instructions for use
on the enclosed CD-ROM, so that you can set the available options in the individual
menus.
Playback
Press the PLAYBACK button (Fig. 2/6) to display the picture taken on the monitor. With the
SCROLL buttons (Fig. 2/2) you can page back and forth through several saved pictures.
The ZOOM PLUS (Fig. 2/5) and ZOOM MINUS buttons (Fig. 2/4) are used for zooming in
and out. Return to the live image mode by pressing the PLAYBACK button (Fig. 2/6)
again.
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III. Detailed Instructions
Preparation
Charging the batteries
Battery BP 511 is discharged on delivery of the unit. Before use, charge the battery using
the enclosed charger. So that the charger can be used in almost any country, the delivery
package contains various exchangeable mains plugs. Fit the appropriate plug and ensure
the correct mains voltage (110 V to 220 V).
The charger has the following status indicators:
Constant green light: Ready to use, but no battery inserted
Constant red light: Battery charging
Flashing green: Inserted battery is charged
Place the battery in the charger, ensuring that it is the correct way around. Then connect
the charger to the socket. After charging, the mains plug must be disconnected from the
socket. Charge the batteries at an ambient temperature of around 10°C to 35°C.
If the operating time is severely decreased even when the battery is charged correctly,
it is likely that the battery life of the battery has expired. In this case, use a new battery of
type BP 511. Use only high quality batteries with a minimum capacity of 1400 mAh.
A fully charged battery with a capacity of 1400 mAh will take around 400 images in
approx. 4 hours with the monitor constantly switched on. The exact number of images
that can be captured is highly dependent on the usage conditions.
Ensure that the screen is never switched on for longer than necessary. Using the SWITCH
OFF and POWER SAVE functions will significantly extend the useful life of the battery.
The remaining battery power is shown on the top right of the screen when the PhotoScope
is switched on. If the display flashes red, charge or change the battery immediately.
Note:
The battery does not charge in the PhotoScope when the mains plug unit is connected.
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Inserting/removing the batteries
Press the compartment release button (Fig. 1/9) to open the rain and dust-proof battery
compartment. When inserted, the battery contacts must point to the left.
Insert the battery on the right side of the battery compartment then push it to the left, in
the direction of the arrow (on the battery) until it clicks into place.
Insert the two enclosed batteries of type
LR 03 (Micro AAA) into the remote control.
Ensure the correct polarity for each, according to the symbols in the battery compartment. The enclosed carry cord can be fixed
to the eyelet on the bottom end of the
remote control.
Remove the batteries if the PhotoScope is to
remain unused for an extended period.
Mains operation
The mains unit of the battery charger also allows the PhotoScope to be operated directly
from the mains. To do this, connect the mains unit to the DC input (Fig. 1/15) on the
PhotoScope, which is located under the battery compartment cover.
The DC input plug can also be connected from outside with the battery compartment cover
closed. To do this, carefully press out the round seal plug (Fig. 1/10) in the battery compartment from inside.
After using the mains unit, the seal plug must be replaced in the battery compartment
cover. Only then is protection against dust and damp guaranteed.
Note:
The date and time settings are retained when the batteries are changed.
However, if the battery is removed for an extended period, the time setting is deleted.
In this case, reset the date and time.
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Inserting/removing the SD card
The battery compartment contains the slot (Fig. 1/13) for the SD card.
With the PhotoScope switched off, push the SD card into the slot until you feel it click into
place. The label must face upwards.
Ensure that the card is always pushed in until it clicks into place.
No photographs can be taken without the SD card inserted or with an unsuitable SD card.
If the card access indicator (Fig. 3/5) on the monitor is illuminated, images are saved,
read or deleted. The following actions are not to be carried out at this time:
● Switching off the PhotoScope
● Removing the battery or the card
● Shaking or knocking the PhotoScope
However, you can take the next picture whilst the card access indicator is illuminated.
The SD memory card has a write protection lock which is able to prevent overwriting and
formatting. If the lock is closed, it is not possible to write to the card.
Use only formatted SD cards with the SD logo. SD memory cards that have previously
been used in other units must be formatted in the PhotoScope before photographs can be
saved to them.
The number of images that can be stored on one SD card is dependent on resolution, card
size, and quality/file format. At the maximum PhotoScope resolution (7 MPx), it is possible
to save approximately the following number of images on a 1 GB card:
● DNG + JPG: 60
● DNG: 70
● JPG (high quality): 300
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Observation with and without glasses
When observing without glasses, use the PhotoScope with the eyecup (Fig. 1/5) extended.
To do this, twist the eyecup (Fig. 1/5) upwards by turning to the left.
When observing with glasses twist the eyecup right down. Intermediate stages are also
available for individual adjustment.
Diopter compensation and image definition
Fine segments of a double circle are arranged around the centre of the field of view.
The sharpness of these sectors appears greater or less depending on the adjustment of
the diopter compensation.
By turning the diopter compensation (Fig. 1/6), adjust these markings so they appear
absolutely in focus. Take a few seconds to do this and take a relaxed look through the
eyepiece. To check the correct diopter setting, select a subject and use the focusing ring
(Fig. 1/2) to focus on it. To check the definition, use the monitor rather than the eyepiece.
For precise adjustment, use the ZOOM PLUS button (Fig. 2/5) on the remote control.
Nearby vertical lines e.g. window frames are ideal. Now look through the eyepiece and
check the image definition here too. If the subject appears out of focus, correct the
diopter compensation on the eyepiece until the definition effect is correct.
After diopter compensation, the image on the monitor, the image in the eyepiece and the
circle segments should all appear in focus at the same time.
The diopter compensation requires adjusting only once. Before each use, read off the set
diopter value on the scale (Fig. 1/6) and check that the value has not been adjusted
accidentally. Readjustment is required only if someone else has used the unit or if the set
value is no longer correct for you. New diopter compensation is also required when
changing from observation with glasses to observation without glasses or vice versa.
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The circle segments must appear absolutely in focus.
The format frame shows the border of the area captured.
Switching on the camera
To switch on the camera, hold the ON/OFF button (Fig. 1/17) depressed for a minimum of
0.3 seconds. All other camera settings are then executed via the remote control.
Remote control
Ensure that the remote control is always pointed towards the IR receiver (Fig. 1/18) on the
PhotoScope. If this is not the case, the remote control will be unable to transmit a signal
to the PhotoScope.
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Monitor
The foldout OLED monitor is located on the left hand side of the PhotoScope.
Fold out the monitor by 90° then turn the monitor to the appropriate position.
The monitor can be turned up to 90° from the vertical position.
Tripod
The use of a good tripod is essential in order to minimise shaking.
Zeiss provides tripods that have been optimised specifically for use with the PhotoScope.
Tripod adapter plates with 1/4˝ and 3/8˝ connecting threads may be used on the PhotoScope.
Unscrew the 1/4˝ thread insert when using 3/8˝ adapter plates.
Extendable sunshade
The extendable sunshade keeps disruptive sunlight off of the lens which can result in
reflections and stray light. The locating tool (Fig. 1/1) on the aperture facilitates easier
object sighting.
Note:
If the PhotoScope is very cold when switched on, the image on the monitor will initially
appear slightly darker. Normal brightness is recovered after a short period.
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Introduction
To open the camera settings, press the MENU button on the remote control.
The menu structure appears in the form in which it was last left.
Use the SCROLL buttons (Fig. 2/2) to select the desired menu item and activate it with
the OK button (Fig. 2/10). This method can be used to activate any available settings or
to return to a menu level.
The screen now displays the selected menu item
in white text on a blue background.
Settings that cannot be selected are skipped
when scrolling and shown in grey.
Click again on the MENU button (Fig. 2/1) to
leave the menu settings and return to the live
image.
Six different menus are available:
To set capture parameters
To set capture parameters
To set the camera software for image optimisation
To set the display parameters or the monitor
To set basic defaults e.g. date or language
To set the storage parameters e.g. image number of formatting
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ISO SENSITIVITY
Use the ISO SENSITIVITY option to change the light sensitivity of the CCD sensor.
In addition to , there are 5 further levels that can be selected manually
(ISO 50/100/200/400/800). The best image quality will be achieved with levels ISO 50
and ISO 100. What is known as image noise increases with higher ISO values.
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WHITE BALANCE
With the WHITE BALANCE option, the PhotoScope can be adjusted to various light
situations so neutral color rendition of the digital image is guaranteed.
Choose from the following settings:
Automatic adjustment of the white balance
MANUAL For targeted manual adjustment of the color temperature.
Exact selection of the color temperature in the range from 3500
to 7500 Kelvin is carried out in the COLOR TEMPERATURE Menu.
FLUORESCENE For indoor shots with light predominantly from fluorescent tubes
TUNGSTEN For indoor shots with light predominantly from incandescent bulbs
DAYLIGHT For outdoor shots in average daylight
SHADOW For outdoor shots in shadowy lighting conditions
CLOUD For outdoor shots with a clouded sky
O. SUN For outdoor shots in the sunshine.
Automatic fine-tuning of the color temperature
O. CLOUD For outdoor shots with a clouded sky.
Automatic fine-tuning of the color temperature
Tip:
In the case of subjects with color dominances, using the setting may result in
undesired variations in color temperature.
A fixed setting, e.g. to DAYLIGHT or SHADOW is therefore preferable.
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COLOR TEMPERATURE
The color temperature can be adjusted only if the MANUAL setting is selected in the
WHITE BALANCE menu. The color temperature can be selected as desired, in increments of
100 Kelvin between 3500 Kelvin and 7500 Kelvin.
3500 Kelvin are equivalent to a very red light (evening sun).
7500 Kelvin are equivalent to a very blue light (haze).
AE COMPENSATION
The exposure compensation (AE COMPENSATION) allows targeted over and underexposure.
The lighting compensation can be selected as desired, in increments of 0.3 EV (exposure
values) between –2.0 and +2.0 EV.
Tip:
With high contrasts, underexposure prevents the loss of detail in bright image areas.
For predominantly dark subjects, targeted overexposure prevents the loss of detail in
dark image areas.
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AE MODE
Set the light metering method, i.e. how light metering is carried out in the image subject,
in AE MODE. The light metering method cannot be independently selected if the
program is selected.
Choose from the following settings:
SPOT Spot metering for subjects in which specifically only the movable measuring
field is taken into account for the measurement.
CENTER Centrally accentuated integral measurement for subjects of which the
exposure is predominantly derived from the centre of the image.
MATRIX Matrix metering for subjects in which the entire subject is analysed for
light metering.
HISTOGRAM Provides an analysis of the brightness distribution and avoids overexposed
areas in the image.
HIGHLIGHT Variant of spot metering: the image subject is exposed in the area of the
measuring field such that it is shown as the brightest image value (peak
light). This is ideal if the section that is important to the image is very bright.
LOWLIGHT Variant of spot metering: the image subject is exposed in the area of the
measuring field such that it is shown as the darkest image value (shadow).
This is ideal if the section that is important to the image is very dark.
Tip:
As a basic setting, centrally accentuated integral measurement produces very good
results in most cases.
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IMAGE SIZE
The maximum PhotoScope image size is 7 Megapixels (M). For certain applications such
as e-mail, it may be useful to reduce the image size. In order to minimise loss of quality,
reduce the image size only if the files are still too large with the setting JPG Low.
3 image sizes are available: 7 M, 4 M and 2 M.
Tip:
If there is enough space on the memory card, it is advantageous to take photographs
at 7 M. This provides the picture in full resolution. Depending on the intended
purpose, the image size can be reduced using your PC at a later stage.
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QUALITY
JPG images (image files ending .jpg) are always saved compressed. The level of compression can be determined using the QUALITY setting. High image quality means low compression = low data loss. However, this results in larger file sizes.
Choose from the following settings:
JPG High Recommended selection for almost all applications. Saving in JPG format
with a low compression rate produces very high quality exposures and file
sizes of approx. 2.5 MB.
JPG Med. Good compromise if limited disk space is available. Saving in JPG format
with an average compression rate produces good exposures with average
file sizes.
JPG Low If minimal file sizes are required, e.g. for sending the images as email,
saving in JPG format with a high compression rate produces small file sizes.
DNG If maximum post-processing options are vital, it is recommended to save
the “raw data”. DNG is a “digital negative format”, the features of which
include an extended dynamic range. In the very bright and very dark parts
of the image, details are still recorded, which can be made visible in the
subsequent editing of the image. The file size is approx. 13 MB.
JPG
& DNG Combination of JPG High and DNG. Ideal if maximum flexibility and
immediate availability of JPG data are required.
Considerably longer carrier storage times than the other settings.
AVI This selection activates QVGA video mode.
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PROGRAM
The PROGRAM setting enables selection between various automatic and one manual
mode, with a free choice of shutter speed and aperture.
The following settings are available:
Fully automated camera program with permanent factory defaults (cf. below),
ideal for beginners.
PProgram exposure: The shutter, ISO setting (for ISO AUTO) and aperture
are selected automatically depending on the metered brightness.
A Aperture priority: The aperture is fixed, the time and ISO setting are established
automatically (for ISO AUTO). There are 3 aperture stops available.
M Manual setting: The time and aperture can be selected as desired.
The ISO AUTO setting is unavailable.
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With the fully automated program, the following settings are fixed:
In Menu ISO SENSITIVITY
WHITE BALANCE
AE COMPENSATION 0.0 EV
AE MODE CENTER
IMAGE SIZE SELECTABLE
QUALITY SELECTABLE
In Menu SHUTTER
APERTURE
SERIES CAPTURE SELECTABLE
BRACKETING OFF
FOCUS ASSIST CENTER
In Menu TIME STAMP SELECTABLE
ANTI HAZE OFF
NOISE REDUCTION STANDARD
SHARPNESS STANDARD
CONTRAST STANDARD
COLOR STANDARD
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SHUTTER
The SHUTTER setting allows selection of the shutter from 30 seconds to 1/4000 second as
desired. With setting B (BULB), the shutter is opened by the first and closed by the next
press of the release button.
Free shutter selection is available only with manual setting M.
APERTURE
The aperture can be selected in three levels: 22, 11 and OPEN.
Aperture selection is available in program A (Aperture priority) and with manual setting M.
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SERIES CAPTURE
With the SERIES CAPTURE function, up to 5 images can be taken in quick succession.
If the SERIES CAPTURE function is activated, the camera continues to take pictures for as
long as the release button is depressed. If ON is selected, the exposure during series capture is tracked between the individual shots. If ON AE/AF LOCK is selected, the exposure
during series capture is not changed.
Factory default: OFF.
Note:
With shutter settings of less than
1
/20second, a maximum of 2 – 3 images can be
taken in quick succession. The subsequent exposures are then slower.
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BRACKETING
Use the BRACKETING function to take focus brackets and exposure brackets.
In settings 3 x AF and 5 x AF, focus brackets are taken with 3 or 5 images.
Exposure brackets are taken if the other settings are selected. The first digit specifies the
number of exposures. The second digit specifies the interval between the exposure values.
Example: 5x ± 1.0 EV: 5 exposures are taken at intervals of 1.0 EV each,
i.e. –2.0 EV / –1.0 EV / 0 EV / +1.0 EV / +2.0 EV.
The bracketing is triggered automatically when the CAPTURE button is pressed once.
Factory default: OFF.
Note:
With shutter settings of less than
1
/20second, a maximum of 2 – 3 images can be
taken in quick succession. The subsequent exposures are then slower.
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FOCUS ASSIST
With FOCUS ASSIST switched on, the image is refocused on release in order to correct
slight manual focusing errors. This function serves not as a substitute but rather as an aid
to manual focusing.
The location of the measuring field can be specified (CENTER or VARIABLE). To place the
measuring field away from the centre, select the VARIABLE setting. After pressing the SET
button (Fig. 2/8) on the remote control, use the SCROLL buttons to move the measuring
field. The measuring field border frame is shown in blue. Press the SET button again to fix
the measuring field and the frame color returns to red.
If FOCUS ASSIST is switched off, this function can be activated for the next exposure by
means of the PUSH AF button on the remote control. FOCUS ASSIST focuses once when
the button is pushed (blue spot appears on the monitor) and is deactivated again after
capture. Hold the PUSH AF button depressed for longer to switch off the function with
no subsequent capture. If FOCUS ASSIST is switched off, the frame (Fig. 3/6) is shown
in grey.
Note:
Correction of the image definition by the FOCUS ASSIST function affects only the image
captured or the image on the monitor. No change can be seen in the visual observation
eyepiece.
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TIME STAMP
The time stamp function can be used to print the exposure date and time on the image.
The details are shown in the bottom right corner of the image.
Factory default: OFF.
ANTI HAZE
The ANTI HAZE function switches on a filter which facilitates a significant improvement in
the image in hazy or foggy conditions.
Factory default: OFF.
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NOISE REDUCTION
This function switches on a noise reduction filter which significantly reduces image noise.
However, this may also result in losses in the detail resolution.
Factory default: STANDARD.
SHARPNESS
The SHARPNESS function switches on a sharpness filter which refocuses the exposures.
If the sharpness is too strong, this may result in interference structures (artefacts).
Factory default: STANDARD.
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CONTRAST
Use the CONTRAST function to adjust the contrast rendition to the subject. For subjects
with a high contrast range, select the HIGH setting. This increases the contrast range that
can be shown.
Factory default: STANDARD.
COLOR
Use the COLOR function to increase color saturation.
Factory default: STANDARD.
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Menu
STATUS LINE
Use the STATUS LINE function to determine whether or not status information is displayed
on the monitor. The top status line shows the date, time, battery charge status and series
capture functions. The bottom status line shows the quick accesses to important camera
settings.
Factory default: UPPER/LOW.
LIVE IMAGE
Use the LIVE IMAGE function to switch the live image on or off.
It is advantageous to have this setting OFF if the light generated by the display is disruptive.
The menu settings still remain visible if the live image is switched off.
With the ON
& EXPOSURE DISPLAY setting, the overexposed areas are shown on the live
image by a flashing black and white light.
Factory default: ON.
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CONTRAST DISPLAY
Use this function to set the monitor contrast.
Factory default: ±0.
BRIGHTNESS DISPLAY
Use this function to adjust the brightness of the monitor.
Factory default: ±0.
Note:
For the duration of the display, the image appears in the last rendering selected for
image playback. In this regard, see also the chapter on image playback and image
control.
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SLIDESHOW
Use the SLIDESHOW function to set the duration for which captured images are displayed
in the automatic sequence. The display time per image can be selected as 1, 2 or 5 seconds. To start the slideshow, press the SLIDESHOW/SET button in image playback mode.
Press the button again to stop the slideshow.
Factory default: 2 seconds.
IMAGE REVIEW
Use the IMAGE REVIEW function to set the duration for which the captured image is
displayed immediately after exposure. The display duration can be selected as either
2 or 5 seconds. The image review can also be switched off.
Factory default: 2 seconds.
Note:
For the duration of the display, the image appears in the last rendering selected for
image playback. In this regard, see also the chapter on image playback and image
control.
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AUTO POWER OFF
Use the AUTO POWER OFF function to set a time after which the PhotoScope completely
switches off automatically.
The time is measured from the last press of a button on the remote control.
The time can be set at 5, 10, 30 or 60 minutes.
The power save function can also be switched off.
Factory default: OFF.
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DISPLAY OFF
The DISPLAY OFF function significantly reduces the power consumption of the
PhotoScope. After the set time has elapsed, the PhotoScope switches off the live image.
The time is measured from the last press of a button on the remote control. Press any button on the remote control to switch the display back on.
The time before which the DISPLAY OFF function is activated can be selected between
30 seconds and 30 minutes. The function can also be switched off.
Factory default: OFF.
The CAPTURE button can still be used to capture images when the display is switched off.
LANGUAGE
Use the LANGUAGE function to set the menu language. Should you accidentally select a
completely unknown language, hold the PAUSE/PLAY button depressed for 4 seconds to
switch to English.
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DATE & TIME
Use the DATE
& TIME function to change the date and time settings saved in the system.
Use the SCROLL UP and SCROLL DOWN buttons to change the settings and the SCROLL
RIGHT and SCROLL LEFT buttons to move to the next parameter. With the SCROLL RIGHT
button, move forward to OK and confirm by pressing the OK button. The changes will not
be saved if the menu is left during setting.
SOUND
Use this function to determine whether a beep signal should be emitted to indicate the
completion of focusing with Focus Assist and for capture. The options are OFF, GENTLE
and LOUD.
Factory default: OFF.
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FACTORY DEFAULTS
Use the FACTORY DEFAULTS function to activate the factory defaults for all camera settings.
This may be useful if the settings have been adjusted and a return to defined basic
settings is desired.
FIRMWARE
Use the FIRMWARE function to display all the firmware installed on the unit.
If a new piece of firmware is available, it can be downloaded from
www.zeiss.de/sportsoptics and transferred to the SD card.
Then plug the SD card into the PhotoScope and switch it on.
The further installation of the firmware is completed automatically.
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FORMAT SD
Use the FORMAT SD function to format the inserted SD card.
Please note that formatting will irretrievably erase all data on the SD card.
IMAGE NUMBER CONTINUOUSLY
Use the IMAGE NUMBER CONTINUOUSLY function to determine whether the image number
continues to count up or whether it should restart the count when the card is changed.
Please note that files with the same file name will be created if this is set to OFF when the
SD card is changed.
Factory setting: ON.
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RESET IMAGE NUMBER
The RESET IMAGE NUMBER function sets the image number to the next highest complete
ten thousand. E.g. if the RESET function is executed after capturing image Z1015612, the
new image numbering starts at Z1020000.
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To take quick and easy photographs select from menu . Advanced users
can specifically set all the camera parameters individually using the system settings in the
various menus.
After correct diopter adjustment (cf. Preparation), point the PhotoScope towards the
desired object and focus the images using the focus function (Fig. 1/2) on the spotting
scope. Alternatively, of course, adjustment may be carried out directly on a sharp monitor
image, for which an enlarged representation on the monitor image can be selected using
the zoom plus button on the remote control.
If the FOCUS ASSIST function is activated, the camera will automatically compensate
for slight focusing errors. Otherwise, press the PUSH AF button on the remote control
once to activate automatic focusing for the next exposure. This is indicated by a blue spot
(Fig. 3/13) on the top left of the monitor image. The image detail can be selected using
the zoom ring (Fig. 1/3).
The rectangular markings in the viewfinder show the image detail captured. A live preview
of the image is shown on the monitor at the same time (DISPLAY OFF not activated).
Important note:
A strong incidence of light through the eyepiece can result in undesired reflections on
the image. Therefore, please place the protective cap over the eyepiece where possible
or keep the head close behind the eyepiece during exposure.
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Modify capture parameters
Use the SCROLL button (left and right) to select the camera settings directly on the bottom
status indicator without going through the menu control. Each selected value then
appears in blue text. Use the SCROLL button (up and down) to change the values or
defaults. The effect on the image result is shown immediately on the monitor.
If the ON
& EXPOSURE DISPLAY option is selected in the LCD – Live Image menu, the
overexposed sections of the image flash.
Selection of the modifiable settings is dependent on the program selected.
In the fully automated program, almost no values can be manipulated.
CAPTURE button
Press the CAPTURE button (Fig. 2/3) on the remote control to capture the image or to
start preset bracketing. To avoid blurring, do not touch the spotting scope on the tripod
and stand everything on a firm base.
The CAPTURE button is a two-stage release key. Depress to the pressure point to execute
light metering and the FOCUS ASSIST function (if activated), press the button down fully
to start capture.
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Press the PLAYBACK button (Fig. 2/6) to display the captured image on the monitor.
Use the SCROLL buttons (Fig. 2/2) to scroll forwards and backwards between several
saved images. Press the PLAYBACK button (Fig. 2/6) again to return to live image mode.
The PLUS and MINUS buttons (Fig. 2/4+5) enlarge and reduce the images. Press the
MINUS button several times to show 4 or 9 reduced images on the display at the same
time.
In playback mode, the images can be shown in various renderings with the corresponding
information. To select, use the UP/DOWN SCROLL buttons.
Standard The image is displayed with the following information:
rendering image number, date and time of exposure, file format (e.g. JPEG),
image size (e.g. 3052 x 2284).
Rendering with The image is displayed with the following information:
image information format, quality, color, contrast, sharpness, noise, anti haze.
Rendering with The image is displayed with the following information:
capture AE mode, shutter, aperture, exp. compensation, ISO, white balance,
information image size.
Rendering with Histograms are displayed for brightness and colors red, green and
histograms blue. This allows evaluation of the frequency distribution
of the various brightness levels in the image.
Rendering with This representation displays the captured image with all
peak lights overexposed areas flashing.
Note:
If IMAGE REVIEW is selected, the captured image appears on the monitor for a preselected time after capture. The setting selected in playback mode (image information,
capture information, histogram, peak light) is used for the IMAGE REVIEW after
capture.
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Delete Image
In playback mode, the image displayed can be deleted by pressing the delete button
(Fig. 2/7). To cancel the delete process, press the PLAYBACK button (Fig. 2/6).
Playback on PC
For further editing or saving, the images from the SD card may be transferred to PC.
To do this, connect the PhotoScope to the PC via the USB connection (Fig. 1/14) then
switch on the PhotoScope. The images can now be transferred to the computer.
Alternatively, remove the SD card from the PhotoScope and connect it to the computer via
a card reader.
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RECORDING
Under QUALITY in menu , select the AVI setting.
The camera then immediately switches to QVGA video mode.
Press the CAPTURE button (Fig. 2/3) to start recording. Press the CAPTURE button again
to finish recording.
If recording is in progress, a red spot (Fig. 3/13) is shown on the display. In video mode,
the exposure can be corrected and the WHITE BALANCE set using the status line.
The remaining run time is displayed in minutes on the bottom right of the status line.
PLAYBACK
Press the PLAYBACK button (Fig. 2/6) then the PLAY/PAUSE button (Fig. 2/8) to show the
recorded video on the monitor.
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Under QUALITY in menu , select a setting other than AVI to return to camera
mode.
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IV. Technical Data
Victory PhotoScope 85 T* FL
Zoom 15 – 45 x
Entrance pupil Max. 85 mm
Field of view at 1000 m 80 – 27 m
Close focus 5 m
Focus setting Manual and Focus Assist
Length Approx. 438 mm
Weight Approx. 2990 g
Image sensor 7 MPx CCD
Focal length (analogue 35 mm film) 600 – 1800 mm
Largest aperture (nominal) 2.4 at 15 x / 3.3 at 45 x
Aperture stops Open, 11, 22
ISO sensitivity ISO 50-800
Shutter times B –1/4000 s
Programmes
Exposure Spot, centre weighted, matrix, histogram,
lights, shade
White balance Auto, manual, daylight, fluorescent light,
artificial light, shade, clouds, clouds and sun
with semi-automatic
Bracketing 6 levels for exposure series,
2 levels for focus series
Image size 7 M, 4 M, 2 M
File format JPEG, DNG, AVI
Video QVGA with 14 f/s
Power supply 7.4 V lithium-ion rechargeable battery
Interfaces USB 2.0, power supply
Memory medium SD card
Order no. 52 81 00
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II. Ausführliche Anleitung
Vorbereitung
II. Ausführliche Anleitung
Vorbereitung
Carl Zeiss
Sports Optics GmbH
Carl Zeiss Group
Gloelstrasse 3 – 5
D-35576 Wetzlar
Germany
We make it visible.www.zeiss.de/sportsoptics
CD 1678-510/12.09
“This product may be covered by one or more of the following
United States patents: US6542302, US6816310, US6906862”
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