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Sinar Hy6
Medium Format Camera System
Operating Manual
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LEGAL INFORMATION Copyright Copyright © 2007 - 2008 Sinar AG. All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form (print, photocopy, micro film or any other procedure) without a prior written permission of Sinar AG, nor may contents be used, reproduced, processed or distributed using electronic systems. This manual was produced with the appropriate care. No liability will be accepted for damages resulting from a non-compliance with the advice contained here
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ADVICE FOR USING THIS MANUAL Advice for Using This Manual General Advice and Structure of the Manual The manual is intended for professional photographers or sophisticated amateur photographers working with the Sinar Hy6 system. The manual contains all the necessary information for the safe and efficient operation, the cleaning, maintenance and storage of your Sinar Hy6 medium format camera system as well as the contact details in case of service incidents. Read the safety advice
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ADVICE FOR USING THIS MANUAL References Shutter Release Refers to an operational element that permits to call up a function. All operational elements will be written in capital letters. |-Options | GUI-| 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. Enumeration • Abbreviations s Seconds ms Milliseconds ° Degree (angular measure) °C Degree Celsius CCD Charged Coupled
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ADVICE FOR USING THIS MANUAL Structure of the manual The manual is structured into the following chapters; each providing detailed information about a specific field of using the Sinar Hy6 system. Chapter 1 Introduction This chapter provides a short introduction to the features and the operation of your Sinar Hy6 system. Chapter 2 Safety information This chapter provides the necessary safety advice and warnings that have to be observed in order to operate the system safely.
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ADVICE FOR USING THIS MANUAL Chapter 10 Focusing The focusing functions of the Sinar Hy6 camera are described. Chapter 11 Exposure All functions concerning exposure of the photographic image are described here. These functions include light metering, selecting the exposure program and setting of the ISO-number. Chapter 12 Shooting modes Here, the shutter release modes are described. Chapter 13 Mirror up Here, the mirror up function is described. Chapter 14 Use of the flash In t
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CONTENTS Advice for Using This Manual General Advice and Structure of the Manual.........................................................II Warning signs and symbols...................................................................................II References ...........................................................................................................III Abbreviations......................................................................................................
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CONTENTS 5 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE CAMERA .............................................15 5.1 Viewfinder ................................................................................................15 5.1.1 Attachment and Removal of the Waist-level Viewfinder ............................... 15 5.1.2 Opening and Closing the Waist-level Viewfinder .......................................... 16 5.1.3 Opening and Closing the Magnifying Glass ...........................................
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CONTENTS 8 OPERATIONAL ELEMENTS – THE CAMERA FUNCTIONS AT A GLANCE ........36 8.1 Operational Elements at the Hand Grip.....................................................36 8.2 Operational Elements at the Camera Body................................................38 8.2.1 Shooting Mode ............................................................................................ 38 8.2.2 Exposure Mode.........................................................................................
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CONTENTS 11.3 Exposure Modes .......................................................................................55 11.3.1 Automatic Exposure Modes.......................................................................... 55 11.3.1.1 P – Programmed Auto Exposure ........................................................... 55 11.3.1.2 S - Shutter Priority................................................................................. 56 11.3.1.3 A - Aperture Priority....................
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CONTENTS 15 OPTIONS...................................................................................................75 15.1 Controls ....................................................................................................76 15.2 LCD-Backlight ...........................................................................................76 15.3 Power save ...............................................................................................76 15.4 Graphical user interfac
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INTRODUCTION 1 Introduction Congratulations to your new Sinar Hy6 system. You have purchased a reliable state of the art professional medium format camera system enabling you to take pictures at highest quality. The broad variety of the functions and the easy and intuitive operation of the camera make it the ideal instrument for each application field of professional photography. Designed and developed in cooperation with Franke & Heidecke, the Sinar Hy6 system sets new standards in
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SAFETY INFORMATION 2 Safety Information 2.1 General Advice Read the manual. Before starting to operate your camera, please read this manual to become familiar with all functions of the camera. In this way, you will be able to make optimum use of the camera functions, and to operate the device safely and without any problems. No liability will be accepted for damages and injuries resulting from the non-observance of the information contained in this manual. Operate the camera as
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SAFETY INFORMATION Do not open the camera case. Any opening of the camera case is explicitly reserved to customer service. An arbitrary opening of the case leads to the expiry of the warranty claims. No liability will be assumed for personal injuries or damages caused by the arbitrary opening of the camera case. Handle the camera with care. The Sinar Hy6 is a sensitive, high precision optical instrument. Please handle it with the appropriate care. Avoid any agitation of th
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SAFETY INFORMATION 2.2.2 Advice for the Prevention of Damages to the Camera Avoid strong magnetic fields. Strong magnetic fields can damage the camera functions or destroy the recorded data. Do not use the camera 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 camera. If water is on the surface of the camera or the lens, please wipe it away
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SAFETY INFORMATION 2.2.3 Advice for the Storage, Maintenance and Disposal of the Camera Do not store the camera at high temperatures and high air humidity. High temperatures and air humidity can lead to the appearance of mildew. Do not leave the camera in a car where temperatures can get very high. Observe the description of the permitted operational conditions. Store the camera outside of the bag in a dry and well-ventilated location. Shut the waist-level viewfinder when the camer
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SAFETY INFORMATION 2.3 Safety Advice Concerning the Battery and the Cables Use only batteries that are recommended for the use with the Sinar Hy6 system. No liability will be assumed for any damages or injuries caused by the use of non-authorized 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 temperatures. • Do not insert the batteries in
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SAFETY INFORMATION 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 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 position the cables safely to prevent the danger of accidental
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THE CAMERA AND ITS COMPONENT PARTS 3 Scope of Delivery The Sinar Hy6 medium format camera system is currently available in 4 different versions: Sinar Hy6-e75 Sinar Hy6-e54 Sinar Hy6-m54 Sinar Hy6 (camera body) The scope of delivery varies according to the delivered camera version. In the following chapter, the delivery scope of each version will be described. When receiving your ordered Sinar Hy6 system, please check immediately whether your delivery is complete and undamag
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THE CAMERA AND ITS COMPONENT PARTS four exchangeable inserts (alternatively: two mains adapters for 230 VAC and 120 VAC), and a VDC car cigarette lighter cable 551.32.090 Sinarback cleaning kit • One bottle of ethanol • One bottle of Agent Blue • Two packages of lint-free cleaning tissues • Cleaning tool • Cleaning instruction sheet 551.43.097 White shading diffusor 100 751.43.003 Gray card Sinar Hy6 user manual (print or CD). 3.2 Sinar Hy6-e54 The scope of delivery of the S
