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Pentax 645N2 User's Manual

1. Too HUNAN ec ala co19 15 26 a482 O A221611 85 6 028 Zinaa Seen WT e 25 NN f ok Using the in focus indicator How to focus 1 Set the lens in the manual focus mode e Switching between the autofocus and manual focus modes depends on the lens you use For more details read the operating manual of the lens 2 While looking through the viewfinder turn the focusing ring to the right or left while holding the shutter release button halfway down 3 When the subject comes into focus the in focus indicator lights up in the viewfind er Press the shutter release button fully to take the photograph gt z gt z O m i e uv m gt J e zZ on SNOILYY3dO GSAONVACV l l l The camera is not equipped with the focus mode selector When the subject comes into focus the focus indi cator lights up in the viewfinder An audible PCV signal can be heard if the main switch is set to the position When the autofocus mode or the in focus indi cator is unsuited for focusing When the autofocus function or the viewfinder s in focus indicator cannot be used when the sub ject on the AF frame is difficult to autofocus Focus the subject in the manual focus mode with the aid of the matte field in the viewfinder as you would with a non AF SLR camera Notes on Accessories The following conditions do not a
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3. In the Spot Metering Mode the camera focuses with the spot metering focusing area of the viewfinder If you shoot without positioning the spot metering focusing area on the main subject the main subject will not be focused properly Set the AF frame selector to e 1 When the composition does not allow the autofo cus frame to be placed over the most important subject the camera will focus on the background as shown in the illustration The focus lock can be used in the 3 point AF Mode and Spot AF Mode e The focus lock does not operate when the AF mode selector is at C 2 To prevent this focus on the main subject with the spot metering focusing area Depress and hold the shutter release button halfway down The in focus indicator remains on indicating that the focus is temporarily locked 3 While holding the shutter release button halfway down re aim the camera or recompose the picture then depress the shutter release button fully to release the shutter Lifting your finger off the shutter release button clears the in focus indicator in the viewfinder and cancels the focus lock function To refocus on another subject lift your finger off the shut ter release button MANUAL FOCUSING
4. 4 The shutter speed dial between 1 1000 to 4S can be set to 1 2 step by pressing the up down button The set shutter speed will be displayed on the LCD panel and in the viewfinder If the shutter speed does not change to 1 2 step confirm Pentax Function No 1 When the shutter release button is depressed halfway down the shutter speed and the aperture value will be displayed in the viewfinder e In flash photography when you use the flash sync shutter speed of 1 60 second or a non dedicated external flash unit set the shutter speed dial to the X 1 60 of second position Exposure Warning If the subject is too bright or too dark the shutter speed and aperture setting in the viewfinder blink When the subject is too bright choose a faster shutter speed If it is too dark choose a slower shutter speed When the shutter speed indication stops blinking you can take the picture If both selected shutter speed and aperture blink it means that the exposure is out of metering range unable to obtain a correct exposure even if the shutter speed is adjusted Select a darker subject if the subject is too bright Use a flash if it is too dark SNOLLVY4dO GSONVACV l l SNOILYY3dO GSAONVACGV l l l 2216 Bis 48 1622 Ca S _645nn JoY ISO 180 OFF 1 ON Using the Metered Manual Mode Purpose The Metered Manual Mode is a convenient expo sure m
5. To cancel 1 With the exposure mode set to the Aperture Priority AE mode Metered manual mode or Bulb exposure mode Set the Drive mode selector to a position other than M UP or set the main switch to OFF 2 With the exposure mode set to the Programmed AE or Shutter Priority AE mode Set the multi exposure switch to the ON position Set the drive mode selector to a position other than M UP or set the main switch to OFF Set the multi exposure switch to the original position Note Without setting the multi exposure switch to the ON posi tion the film is advanced by 1 frame when the mirror returns to the original position SNOLLVY4dO GSONVAGV l SNOILVY3dO GAONVACV l l l PENTAX FUNCTIONS A nnn 645N1 Oe oe OFF ON E g j 645Nn0 opera OFF ON Cuatro y SETTING PENTAX FUNCTIONS The camera provides 10 Pentax Functions so you can set the camera accordingly to your preferences To set 1 Turn on the camera Set the exposure compensation dial to PF e Function No and setting content will be displayed on the LCD panel 2 Press the up or down button to display the Pentax Function No F0 to F9 you want to set 3 Press the AE lock button to select the setting content 4 The Pentax function No and setting content will be set when the exposure compensation dial is set to other than PF e The shutter
6. Holding the button will shift the program line continuously Pentax Function No 6 Disabling the programmed line shift initial setting D a a The shutter speed increases and the aperture opens up by depressing the up button Conversely the shutter speed decreases and the aperture closes down by depressing the down button e The shifted shutter speed and aperture values are dis played in the viewfinder To cancel the program shift set the main switch to OFF or change the exposure mode PF 7 Setting the frame counter indication The frame counter can be set to a count up indication or to a count down indication Pentax Function No 7 Count up indication youn up cn initial setting o Fs Count d indicati ount down indication cn 0F J PF 8 Enabling disabling displaying of the number of films taken and frame counter in the viewfinder The number of films taken and the frame counter are displayed in the viewfinder while holding the Auto bracketing selector to STEP position Pentax Function No 8 Disabling the display in the ro viewfinder initial setting r of Fr i Enabling the display in the viewfinder Number of films Number of frames How to display Hold the auto bracketing selector to STEP position The total number of films taken and the current exposure counter are displayed in the viewfinder SNOLLVY4dO GAONVAGV l l PF 9 Changing
7. e If the power is on before the desired shutter speed is selected the proper exposure for the back ground will not be obtained Be sure to select the shutter speed before the flash is turned on e In the slow speed sync shooting use of a tripod is recommended to prevent camera shake SNOILLVY4dO GAONVAGV l USING THE PREVIEW LEVER 2216 si 18 1622 gt is z O o o To confirm the depth of field in the viewfinder 2 Depress the preview lever The aperture will v m depress the preview lever stop down to the preset value and the depth Ps A x gt of field can be confirmed through the 3 1 Turn the lens aperture ring a position other viewfinder no than the A position e The lens aperture is closed down while holding the preview lever e The shutter cannot be released while depressing the preview lever e The depth of field cannot be confirmed with the lens aperture set to A MIRROR LOCK UP To cancel 1 To cancel 2 This camera is equipped with a mirror lock up facility To set 1 Set the drive mode selector to M UP 2 Press the shutter release button fully to swing up the mirror 3 Press the shutter release button again The shutter is released The exposure is locked just before the mirror goes up The audible PCV signal s beeping can be enabled and will be heard with the drive mode selector set at m
8. 3 Depress the up down button repeatedly to 1 Turn the power ON display OFF on the LCD panel e To return to the Exposure Data Imprint Mode repeat the above step and on will reappear on the LCD panel SNOLLVY4dO GSONVACV l MD USING A PENTAX DEDICATED EXTERNAL FLASH SNOILLVYSdO GSONVACV l l l Using the TTL Auto Flash 1 Remove the hot shoe cover and attach a Pentax dedicated flash unit 2 Turn the flash ON 3 Set the flash to TTL Auto mode 4 Confirm that the flash is fully charged 5 Focus on the subject and release the shutter Auto Bracketing Exposure mode with a Pentax TTL dedicated flash When the auto bracketing exposure mode is select ed with a Pentax dedicated TTL flash in use only the amount of flash output is varied e When the flash is fully charged the ready lamp on the flash unit lights up When the shutter release button is depressed halfway down appears in the viewfinder indicating the flash is ready e For more details read the flash operating manual Exposure Compensation with a Pentax TTL ded icated flash When the exposure compensation is set with a Pentax TTL flash in use it makes possible to adjust the brightness of the subject on the background and the main subject respectively AF500FTZ AF330FTZ and AF360FGZ These flash units feature a built in infrared spotbeam to assist the autofocus system in dim light and low contrast conditions e The auto zoom function
9. 60 Manual fOCUSING ccceeseeeeeeneeeeeneeereneeeetsaeeeees 61 Imprinting the exposure data on the negative 64 Using a Pentax Dedicated External Flash 68 Daylight Sync shooting 72 Slow speed sync SHOOTING eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeenees 73 Using the preview lever eeeeeeseeeeseeeeteneeeees 74 Mirror lock p sn e eE 75 Pentax Function ccceceeeseceeeeeeeeeseeeeneeeeeeeees 76 Accessories Optional cccesceeceeseeeeeeeeeetens 83 e Interchangeable focusing screens 84 IV OTHERS nunon sii has 86 92 Troubleshooting 0 eee eeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeteneeeeeneeeeeeneeeeaes 86 Specifications river e iar 88 Warranty policy 2 i2 c e2cesh scecegesechecsus deeccsstesaceeie 90 LCD PANEL INDICATION D ISO D D LI Cb88 ry IT 58 Frame Counter p 22 8885 Film Speed Information p 24 ISO Film Status Information p 24 q Battery Exhaustion Warning p 15 D Imprinting Exposure Data Information p 64 LCD Liquid Crystal Display When the LCD is exposed to high temperatures over approximately 60 C it may blacken but when the temper ature normalizes it should return to normal VIEWFINDER INDICATION C J 3 point AF Frame p 34 O Spot Metering Focusing Area p 56 59 1500 Shutter Speed p 42 45 47 49 Fas Aperture Value p 42 45 47 49 Flash Status Information p 68 In Focus Indicator p 36 Exposure Compensa
10. After loading the film be sure to set the proper fim speed See page 24 for setting the film speed N ar A V 1 Install the emptied spool to the spool retainer as illustrated 2 Tear off the tape and install the spool to the film holder so that the black inner side of the leading must face outwards 3 Draw the leader from the film roll and insert the leader paper tip into the take up spool s slit 4 Slowly rotate the film winding gear in the direction of the arrow while lightly holding the leader paper NOLLVYVd3ud NOILLVYAdO OISVE l NOLLVYVd4ud NOILYY3dO JISVa l TN O aD e B45nu Eme LO OSE Te EMO A A A A 5 Wind the leader paper to the take up spool until arrow marking on the leader paper aligns with the holder s start mark S and the red line 6 Attach the film holder into the camera body 7 Set the main switch to ON Release the shut ter The film automatically advances to the first frame is displayed on the LCD panel 8 If the appears indicating that the film is not properly loaded Detach the film holder from the camera and load the film once again e Always load or unload a film in the shade or by using your body to shade the film holder e We suggest that you first operate the camera with out film to become familiar with its operations e The film counter indication adv
11. Film back 645 120 film back and 220 film back are available Quick Shoe Adapter QS 20 Quick Shoe Base QS B1 The camera can be attached or removed from the tripod in seconds SNOLLVY4dO GAONVACV l l SNOILYY3dO GSONVAGV l l l e Interchangeable screen Four types of focusing screens including the standard focusing screen are available Please refer to the instruction sheets supplied with each screen for changing instructions CO LI AS 80 AF Center Spot Maite The standard focusing screen for general photogra phy KOP LJ AB 82 AF Sprit lmage Matte Matte screen with the sprit image CO AG 80 AF Cross Lined Matte Designed to guide picture compositions The sec tional lines for horizontal and vertical are graduated in 9mm AA 82 AF Microprism Matte For general use the matte screen with the micro prism Notes on Accessories When using an ordinary polarizing filter a half mir ror incorporated into the autofocus system reduces the effectiveness of the autofocus function when used in combination with an ordinary polarizing fil ter Use a CIRCULAR POLARIZING FILTER for proper autofocus operation Double Cable Release e When using the Auto Bellows 645 with 645n1 cam era the double cable release A is required for releasing the shutter If your Auto Bellows 645 does not include the double cable release A the double cable relea
12. Warning If the subject is too bright or too dark the selected shutter speed will blink in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel as a warning as shown When the sub ject is too bright choose a smaller aperture if avail able when it is too dark choose a larger aperture if available When the shutter speed indication stops blinking you can take the picture If both shutter and aperture blink it means that the expo sure is out of metering range unable to obtain a correct exposure even if the aperture is adjusted Select a darker subject if it is too bright or use a flash if it is too dark SNOLLVY4adO GSONVACV l SNOILYY3dO GAONVACV l l l Using the Shutter Priority AE Mode Purpose When the desired shutter speed is selected the appropriate aperture is automatically set by the camera for a proper exposure according to the brightness of the subject This mode is suitable for freezing the action with a fast shutter speed or cap turing a flowing dynamic image with a slow shutter speed To set 1 Set the lens aperture ring to A 2 Set the shutter speed dial to a shutter speed other than A e To set the shutter speed dial to a position other than A turn the shutter speed dial while holding down the shutter speed dial lock button 3 Set the shutter speed dial to the desired shut ter speed Za S Jo 645n0 ISO i60 OFF ON
13. cannot be released with the exposure compensaion dial at PF Resetting the Pentax Function To reset all the Pentax Functions to the initial settings in the following procedures 1 Set the exposure compensation dial to PF 2 Hold down the up and bution at the same time for more than 2 seconds CL will be displayed on the LCD panel and all Pentax Functions are reset to initial setting SNOLLVY4adO GSONVAGV f l SETTING PENTAX FUNCTION PF 0 Imprinting the character capital letters A G PF 2 Setting the metering timer If the imprinting is enabled a capital letter can be The metering will stay on for 10 seconds but can be imprinted on the negative changed to 20 or 30 seconds If the user has more than two cameras a different let ter can be set to identify the negatives from each cam Pentax Function No 2 era 10 seconds initial setting ten we m Pentax Function No 0 us 20 seconds PF 1 Setting the shutter speed step en r m gt For use with the Shutter Priority AE or Metered Q Manual Mode set the shutter speed step can be set to 30 seconds ro z either 0 5 or 1 EV steps amer d Pentax Function No 1 Q 1 2EV step initial setting PF 3 Setting the auto bracketing sequence m 2 pm You can set the sequence of the auto bracketing expo res z su 2 1 0EV step follows the shutter speed dial Pentax Function No 3 Proper exposure gt f L Under exposu
14. frame will take effect Auto Bracketing Exposure Mode combined with the Exposure Compensation function You can combine the auto bracketing exposure mode with exposure compensation function The auto bracketing will take effect to the set exposure compensation amount Auto Bracketing Exposure Mode combined with the Metered Manual Mode You can combine the auto bracketing exposure mode with the metered manual mode except X sync speed The auto bracketing will take effect only to the set shutter speed The bar graph of the metered manual mode is only displayed in the viewfinder The bar graph of the exposure compensation value is not displayed SWITCHING THE METERING MODE The Spot metering or center weighted metering mode can also be selected in this camera Select the desired metering mode with the metering mode selector Using the Center Weighted Metering Mode This metering system does not automatically com pensate for backlit or spotlit scenes like the Multi 6 Segment Metering Mode Creative exposure con trol is decided by the user To use Set the metering mode selector to the posi tion e The metering pattern in the illustration above shows that the upper part of the pattern in the center of the viewfinder has more sensitivity to light than the lower part e In this metering mode the camera does not auto matically compensate the exposure in backlit or spotlit situations like t
15. same manner e You can shift the program line of Programmed AE Mode with Pentax Function No 6 See page 79 for more details See page 44 46 48 and 50 for other available exposure modes USING THE MULTI 6 SEGMENT METERING MODE 645Nn0 ISO mr ETE OFF ON In the multi 6 segment metering mode the meter ing system automatically measures light in six dif ferent zones enabling proper exposure value in a wide variety of normal and adverse lighting condi tions Set the metering mode switch to fos e The center weighted metering mode and spot metering mode are also available in this camera See page 55 and 56 for more details e When the Adapter 645 for 67 lens or Helicoid Extension Tube 645 attached the center weighted metering mode is automatically set even if you select the multi segment metering mode The multi segment mode cannot be used MULTI 6 SEGMENT METERING This camera incorporates a high precision six segment TTL metering system Light values are measured in six segments within the image field enabling an optimal exposure to be made under a variety of lighting condi tions With conventional averaged metering systems underexposure of the subject results from the brightness of the background affecting the overall metering With multi 6 segment metering the camera records the bright ness in six zones within the image field and uses these measurements to choose an exposure that wi
16. speed press the V button repeatedly until the desired film speed appears on the LCD panel 3 After the desired film speed is set turn the expo sure compensation dial to the 0 position e The film speed setting range is ISO 6 to 6400 in 1 3 EV step increments e You can tear off the end cover of the film package indi cating the type of film and speed and insert it into the memo holder provided on the film holder to remind you of the film type speed that you are using ISO and film speed are always displayed on the LCD panel with the main switch set to the ON position UNLOADING FILM N ol End OFF ON Cy A 1 After the last frame of the roll is exposed the camera will automatically wind the film and stops winding as soon as the back of the leader paper is wound to the take up spool End on the LCD panel is displayed 2 Detach the film holder from the camera 3 While firmly holding the wound film roll affix the paper seal securely on the back of the paper leader to prevent from accidental unwinding of the exposed roll e Remove the film in the shade or by using your body to shade the camera e The number of exposed frames on the LCD panel disappears from the LCD panel NOLLVYVd3ud NOILVH3dO OISVE l UNLOADING THE FILM IN MID ROLL NOILLVYVd4ud NOILYY3dO JISVa l 1 2 vG A 4 oy EI Z
17. speed varies within the shutter speed range of 1 60 of second to a slower speed which does not cause camera shake However when a 645 A lens is in use the shutter speed is set to 1 60 of second The aperture value will also be fixed but will vary depending on what ISO film is loaded SNOLLVY4adO G3AONVAGV l l SNOILVYSdO GSAONVAGV l l l When using the Three Level Auto red green and yellow settings mode the aperture value is adjusted as shown in the table When the flash is fully charged the shutter speed also varies within the shutter speed range of 1 60 to a slower speed which does not cause camera shake The slowest shutter speed varies according to the lens focal length When a 645A lens is use the shutter speed will be set to 1 60 of second AF200T AF280T AF400T Red 2 8 4 4 Green 5 6 8 8 Yellow f 11 with ISO 100 Multi burst flash with the Pentax dedicated flash When discharging more than 2 Pentax dedicated flashes make sure that they are of the same type combine Type A with Type B or Type C with Type D refer to the overview of Flash Function on page 71 Overview of Flash Function CAMERA FUNCTION TYPEA TYPE B TYPE C TYPE D After the flash is charged the camera automatically switches to o o o o the flash sync speed Automatic aperture setting in the Programmed AE Mode or o o 0 1 o Shutter Priority AE mode Flash confirmatio
18. unlock button mount attach the lens to the camera body and turn it fully to the right until you hear a click N 3 To remove the front lens cap squeeze the tabs on both sides in the direction of the arrow e With a non autofocus lens attached all available functions in this camera operate except autofocus operation e We assume no responsibility nor liability for dam ages resulting from the use of lenses made by other manufacturers The camera body and lens mount incorporate lens information contacts and an AF coupler Dirt dust or corrosion may cause damage to the electrical system Clean the contacts with a soft dry cloth How to remove To remove the lens turn it to the left while depressing the lens unlock button e To protect the contacts and AF coupler of the lens against damage after removal be sure to set the lens down with the mount side facing upward NOLLVYVd3Hd NOILLVYAdO OISVE l EED ATTACHING DETACHING FILM HOLDER 645 NOLLVYVd4ud NOILYY3dO JISVa l 1 Detaching 1 Raise the film holder knob and turn until the red dot markings align and a click is heard Continue to turn the film holder knob to the end of the red line the locking mechanism will release and the film holder is now detached from the camera body Attaching 2 Align the red dots on the film holder knob and film holder then insert the film holder into the cam
19. 1 While holding the auto bracketing selector at the STEP position depress the up down button to select the desired auto bracketing amount The bracketing amount can be set 13 1 3EV step or 12 1 2EV step 2 Release the finger from the auto bracketing selector The selector returns to the 0 position to complete the set bracketing amount 1 2 D LJ N joe Oem with 1 3EV set AE with 1 2EV set AE b m m SNOILLVY4dO AJ NVAQAVY l SNOILVY3dO GAONVAGV l l with 1 3EV set with 1 2EV set 1 3 DEV 1EV aN 1 2 z EV Bev S 1 Set the auto bracketing selector to the desired exposure compensation value 2 Press the shutter release button fully Three pic tures are taken consecutively according to the auto bracketing switch you have set e Three pictures are taken consecutively as follows First picture Correct exposure Second picture Underexposure Third picture Overexposure The sequence of the auto bracketing exposures can be changed with Pentax Function No 3 The camera automatically measures the exposure for each shot e The focus is locked at the first picture and remains locked until all pictures are taken lf you let go of the shutter release button during auto bracketing the auto bracketing will remain effective until the viewfinder indication goes off After that auto brack eting exposure for the first bracketed
20. 3 S 645n0 ip A Ca J o OFF ON 6 C Moni VE A N If you wish to remove the film before exposing all 4 While firmly holding the wound film roll affix the frames use this function the paper seal securely on the back of the paper leader to prevent from accidental 1 Set the main switch to ON unwinding of the exposed roll 2 Press the mid roll wind up button fully with a fine pointed object The film will wind com e The number of exposed frames on the LCD panel pletely f disappears from the LCD panel 3 Before detaching the film holder check that e When removing the film from the camera protect End is displayed on the LCD panel it from exposure to direct sun light Eng INSTALLING THE EYECUP 2 Oo Two types of eyecups a standard and a larger are provided as accessories they may be utilized according to a given situation The larger is con structed of rubber and designed to fit close to the face for easy shooting To install 1 The standard eyecup may be easily removed from the viewfinder by rotating the cup to the left 2 To install the larger eyecup match the eyecup pin with fitting eyepiece hole 3 Turn the fixing screw by turning to the right with a coin or similar object e When using accessories such as the Refconverter 645 remove the eyecup first e When turning the fixing screw with a coin a large diameter coin is r
21. 500FTZ A TTL Auto Zoom flash with a built in AF spotbeam and large guide number of 50 in meters ISO 100 It features slave sync flash function multiple flash burst contrast control sync flash leading trailing curtain sync flash mode AF360FGZ A P TTL and TTL auto zoom flash with a built in AF spot beam and guide number of 36 in meters ISO 100 It features a bounce flash capability slave sync function contrast control sync flash leading trailing curtain sync flash modeling flash mode AF330FTZ A TTL Auto Zoom flash with a built in AF spotbeam and guide number of 33 in meters ISO 100 It features con trast control sync flash sync leading trailing curtain sync flash mode AF220T A TTL Auto flash with the guide number of 22 in meters ISO 100 It features a bounce flash capability Hot Shoe Adapter FG Extension Cord F5P L and Off Camera Shoe Adapter The adapters and cord which allow the AF240FT AF330FTZ AF360FGZ AF400FTZ and AF500FTZ to be used off the camera while maintaining full electronic coupling to the camera Macro Flash AF140C A TTL macro flash unit with the guide numbers 14 in meters ISO 100 e Filters Skylight Cloudy UV Y2 O2 R2 and Circular Polarizing Filter are available Each filter is available in sizes of 49mm 52mm 67mm and 77mm Remote Battery Pack 645 The remote battery pack is an accessory to keep batter ies warm when photographing in extremely cold temper ature e
22. CV signal is heard and the rate increases for the last two seconds e To cancel the self timer operation after it has been activated move the drive mode selector to a posi tion other than or set the main switch to the OFF position e The self timer delay time can be set to 12 sec or 2 sec with mirror lock up with Pentax Function No F4 SNOLLVY4adO G3ONVAGV l l ED MULTIPLE EXPOSURE MODE SNOILYY3dO QJ NVAQY l l l 1 2 Procedure 3 Press the shutter release button to shoot an 1 Turn the multi exposure switch in the direc initial exposure The film will not advance tion of the arrow until it locks 2 The frame counter on the LCD panel blinks 7 4 Return the multi exposure switch to the origi nal position to cancel the multi exposure mode Notes e To exposure the third shot leave the multi expo sure switch in the lock position in step 3 to shoot the second shot Then return the multi exposure switch to the original position The film does not advance at on this stage Depress the shutter release button to shoot the third shot The film will advance and the single frame shooting will be restored 5 Recompose the frame and depress the shut ter release button to shoot the second shot e When using the Multi Exposure Mode you usual ly get the best result using a flash to illuminate the main subject against a dimly lit b
23. In the 3 point autofocus system the subject will be One picture is taken each time the shutter release focused properly even if the main subject is slightly button is depressed off center of the AF frame Set the drive mode dial to J Set the AF mode selector to C0 J HOLDING THE CAMERA Camera held horizontally Camera held vertically For best results be sure to hold the camera correctly To reduce camera shake support your body or the cam as shown in the illustrations era on a solid object a table tree or a wall for instance e Although there are individual differences among photog Hold the camera firmly with your left hand supporting the raphers in general the shutter speed for a hand held camera and lens as shown in the illustrations While tak camera is the inverse of the focal length For example ing a picture hold your breath and gently depress the 1 75 of second when the focal length is 75mm and shutter release button Sudden force on the shutter 1 150 of second when it is 150mm A tripod should be release button will cause camera shake making the pic used for shutter speeds slower than this ture blurred When using an ultra telephoto lens a tripod that is heav ier than the total weight of the camera and lens is rec ommended to avoid camera shake This camera has provided two tripod sockets for vertical and horizontal format positions e When the tripod is used use of an opti
24. OPERATING MANUAL PENTAX b45NI Welcome to the Fantastic World of Pentax Autofocus Multi Mode Medium Format Photography The Pentax 645nz our latest development in the area of the medium format SLR promises a superior 6 x 4 5cm result with 120 220 or 70mm film Made possible through our vast experience and technology accumulated over the years the new autofocus multi mode 645n assures pin sharp focus accuracy with AF Spot and AF Wide selection and the 6 segment multi pattern metering allows precise exposure control under widely varying conditions Unsurpassed versa tility is assured through the utilizing of a full range of exposure modes Programmed AE Aperture Priority AE and Shutter Priority AE Metered Manual and TTL auto flash control an exposure compensation control and auto brack eting mode and a new user set Pentax Function to customize the 645n to meet the for user s shooting preferences With a 645 A or FA lens attached the 645nr imprints relevant information frame number shutter speed aperture setting exposure con trol and auto bracketing mode The Pentax 645nz is a professional camera pos sessing a number of highly sophisticated fea tures built in automated film wind an external LCD information panel and clearly visible LCD information in the viewfinder Lenses and accessories produced by other manu facturers are not made to our precise specifications and therefore may cause difficult
25. ackground e To cancel the Multi Exposure Mode turn the multi exposure switch to the original position e With the data exposure imprinting set the data of the last frame is imprinted SNOLLVY4dO GSONVACV l SNOILYY3dO GAONVACGV l l SELECTING AN EXPOSURE MODE 3 ye 8 1622 1A122 16 11 8 5 6 62 L JE Na Using the Programmed AE Mode Purpose The camera automatically selects the optimum combination of shutter speed and aperture setting making it easy to take a good photograph by just depressing the shutter release button To set 1 Set the lens aperture ring to A e Turn the lens aperture ring while holding down the aperture A lock button 2 Turn the shutter speed dial to A while hold ing down the shutter speed dial lock button e The shutter speed dial can be released from A to another position in the same manner as above e When the shutter release button is depressed halfway the shutter speed and aperture setting will be displayed in the viewfinder e You can shift the program line of Programmed AE Mode with Pentax Function No 4 See page 79 for more details Exposure Warning If the subject is too bright or too dark the shutter speed and aperture setting will blink in the viewfind er If the subject is too bright select a darker sub ject Use a flash if the subject is too da
26. ances one each time the shutter is released e With a 220 film loaded the dot marks appear before the arrow marking If the dot marks align with the start mark on the film holder the first 3 frames will not be exposed e The film counter indication can be set either advance with each frame or count down each frame with Pentax Function No 7 e If the leader paper is wound far beyond the start mark S or the red line you may lose the last frame s on the roll e The film holder cannot be changed or removed when the film is in mid roll e 15 pictures are taken with the 120 roll film and 32 pictures are taken with the 220 roll film The num ber of taken pictures can be changed with a Pentax function No 9 e With the main switch set m the PCV signal beeps for two second when the film is left only one frame for film depleting warning NOLLVYVd3ud NOILLVYAdO DISVE l NOLLVYVd4ud NOILYY3dO JISVa l 1 2 SETTING THE FILM SPEED ISO 1 An S YUU OFF ON 1 Set the exposure compensation dial to the ISO position e Turn the exposure compensation dial while holding down the exposure compensation dial release button The shutter cannot be released with the exposure com pensation dial set at ISO J 2 Press the up down button To set the ISO for to a higher film speed press the A button repeatedly until the desired ISO appears on the LCD panel To change ISO for a lower film
27. conditions which may fool the camera s built in exposure meter To set 1 Turn the exposure compensation dial to the desired compensation value 2 The exposure compensation dial locks at the 0 position To set the exposure compensation dial to a position other than the 0 position turn the exposure compensation dial while holding down the exposure compensation dial release button 3 The bar graph indicates the compensation value and appear in the viewfinder pam BZ Wiee e Exposure compensation does not work in the Bulb Exposure Mode The exposure compensation range is 3EV to 3EV in 0 3EV step The exposure compensation step can be selected from initial 0 3EV step to 0 5EV step with the Pentax Function No 5 See page 79 for more details When the 0 5EV step is selected two bars above the bar graph indicate a 0 5EV step e When exposure compensation is used in the Metered Manual Mode the bar above the bar graph indicates under or overexposure it is not indicating the exposure compensation value is displayed AUTO BRACKETING EXPOSURE MODE When you take a picture that requires exposure compen sation and it may be difficult to determine the correct exposure use this mode to make three different bracket ed exposures with different exposure levels Selection of auto bracketing amount The auto bracketing amount can be selected either 1 3EV step or 1 2EV step To set
28. ded for safe ty s sake to use a shutter speed one step slower than flash sync speed SNOILLVY4dO GAONVAGCV l SNOILVY3SdO G3ONVAGV l l l With Daylight Sync DAYLIGHT SYNC SHOOTING Purpose When taking a portrait in daylight the subject s face may be cast in shadow The use of a flash will help eliminate the unwanted shadow Daylight sync photography is accomplished in the same manner as normal flash photography so you simply depress the shutter release but ton e If the background is too bright it may be overex posed SLOW SPEED SYNC SHOOTING Purpose It is possible to balance the exposure of a fore ground subject against a dimly lit background by using the flash to properly expose the foreground subject and a slow shutter speed to expose the low light background To set With the Metered Manual Mode set 1 Turn the flash on 2 Set the camera s exposure mode to the Metered Manual Mode 3 Select an appropriate shutter speed slower than 1 60 of second and aperture combina tion for a correct exposure 4 Release the shutter To set With the Shutier Priority AE Mode set 1 Set the camera s exposure mode to the Shuitter Priority AE Mode 2 Set the desired shutter speed e lf the aperture in the viewfinder blinks a correct exposure will not be obtained for the background Adjust the shutter speed until the blinking stops 3 Turn the flash on 4 Take the picture
29. e matching multi 3 points autofocus system switchable to Spot focusing AF operational brightness range EV 1 to 18 at ISO 100 Focus lock available using shutter release button Focus Mode CONTINUOUS predictive AF provided SINGLE Manual MF Viewfinder Keplerian telescopic viewfinder with Natural Bright Matte focusing screen Interchangeable focusing screens available Field of view 92 vertical and 93 horizontal Magnification 0 76X with 75mm lens at infinity Diopter 3 5 to 1 5 m 3 point AF frame Spot AF frame Spot AF range Viewfinder Indication Focus Information In focus Green lamp is lit front or back focus signals and unable to focus indicator Green lamp blinks Shutter speed indication Aperture indication Flash ready indication 4 is lit Bar graph exposure compensation Auto bracketing indicator Over or Under exposure indication in Manual Exposure Mode 2 exposure compensation indication AE lock indicator External LCD panel possible to imprint exposure data Battery exhaustion warning Film speed ISO indication Film Indication counter Self timer Electronically controlled type with delay time of 12 sec or 2sec delay when mirror lock up in use Start by depressing of shutter release button Operation confirmation By PCV beep tone Cancelable after operation Mirror Instant return mi
30. ecommended to use A small diameter coin touches the glass part of the eye piece and causes scratching the eyepiece glass N N NOILVHYd3 Hd NOILVH3dO OISVE l EED ADECSENG THE VIEWFINDER DIOPTER NOILvVHYd3 d NOILYY3dO JISVa e The diopter adjustment range is 1 0D to 3 5m per meter Aim the camera at a bright subject While look ing through the viewfinder turn the diopter adjustment ring to the left or right until the aut ofocus frame appears in the sharpest focus Il BASIC OPERATION SHOOTING Zz w gt 2 9 e ke m gt J 0 z T I eo e J Z 2 USING THE PROGRAMMED AE MODE SNILOOHS NOILWYadO JISVa l Purpose For easy picture taking use this mode In the Programmed AE mode the camera automatically selects the best combination of aperture and shutter speed setting allowing you to take pictures by simply pressing the shut ter release button To set 1 Turn the lens aperture ring to the A position as shown in the illustration To move the lens aperture ring to the A position turn the aperture ring while holding down the aperture A lock button on the lens The lens aperture ring can be released from the A position in the same manner 2 Turn the shutter speed dial to A while holding down the shutter speed dial release button The shutter speed dial can be released from A in the
31. ed under the terms of the warranty and charges may be assessed Other precautions e The temperature range at which this camera func tions properly is 50 C to 10 C 122 F to 14 F A camera which has been submerged in water usu ally cannot be repaired If such an accident should occur it is advisable to contact a Pentax Service Center immediately e To maintain optimum performance it is recom mended that the camera be inspected every one or two years If the camera has not been used for an extended period or is being prepared for an impor tant photographic session it is recommended that you have the camera inspected or test shoot with it e Repairs deemed necessary due to usage of this product in an industrial or commercial application may not be covered under the terms of the Pentax warranty The PENTAX warranty provides only for the repair of defects in materials or workmanship Damage of any kind cannot be repaired at no charge under the terms of the warranty If the difficulty is caused as a direct result of the product being used in conditions as outlined in the Precautions for Your Camera section or any other operation contrary to the instructions outlined in this manual charges will be assessed and a repair quotation will be provided PRECAUTIONS FOR BATTERY USAGE Gi e Use six 1 5V AA size alkaline or lithium batteries e Misuse of the battery can cause hazards such as leaka
32. era chamber Depress both sides of the film holder until you hear a click Jos ol 3 Turn the film holder knob 90 to the right After attaching the film holder to the camera fold the film holder knob into its original posi tion e When inserting the film holder into the camera body be sure that the film holder is inserted the right way up in order to avoid any serious damage e The same precaution is required when attaching the 220 film holder NOLLVYVd3ud NOILLVYAdO OISVE l PRESSING THE SHUTTER RELEASE BUTTON NOILLVYVd4ud NOILYY3dO JISVa l The shutter release button has two positions Pressing it down halfway first position turns on the exposure meter and autofocus system Pressing it fully second position releases the shutter When taking a picture press the shutter release button gently to prevent camera shake e Before loading a roll of film slowly press the shut ter release button to learn where the first position is e The LCD indication stays on for about 10 seconds after the button is released from the halfway posi tion e The LCD indication timer duration can be changed from the initial 10 seconds to 20 or 30 seconds with Pentax Function No 2 See page 78 m 4 N pressed halfway pressed fully down down first position second position m gt m Not pressed LOADING FILM Spool retainer p 21 Film wind gear p 21 Start mark p 22
33. g to the desired f stop other than A while holding down the aper ture A lock button Do not set the lens aperture ring to A If doing so the aperture will always closed to the maxi mum position 2 Set the shutter speed dial to B 3 An appropriate aperture will be displayed in the viewfinder when the shutter release but ton is depressed halfway e Set the shutter speed dial to the B position Turn the shutter speed dial while holding down the shutter speed dial lock button e The approximate aperture indication appears in the viewfinder It may not the same indication as you select the lens aperture ring especially when the A645 150mm f 3 5 or A 645 45 85mm Zoom f 4 5 is attached 4 Adjust the desired aperture by lens aperture ring e When using this mode use a steady tripod to pre vent camera shake and attach the optional Cable Switch CS 105 CS 130 or Release Timer Switch TS 110 after removing the Release Socket Cap e Up to approx 8 hours of time exposure are possi ble with new alkaline batteries at room tempera tures SNOLLVY4dO GSONVACV l l ABOUT EXPOSURE COMPENSATION SNOILVYSdO GSONVACV l l l 2 Purpose The exposure compensation allows you to deliberately overexposure brighten or underexposure darken a subject or to compensate for difficult lighting
34. g to this procedure and war ranty policy SYSHLO l l l SYSHLO I l l l In any case however shipping charges and customs clearance fees to be borne by the sender To prove the date of your purchase when required please keep the receipt or bills covering the purchase of your equipment for at least a year Before sending your equipment for servicing please make sure that you are sending it to the manufacturer s authorized representatives or their approved repair shops unless you are sending it directly to the manufacturer Always obtain a quotation for the service charge and only after you accept the quoted service charge instruct the service station to proceed with the servicing The local warranty policies available from Pentax distributors in some countries can supersede this warranty policy Therefore we recommend that you review the warranty card supplied with your product at the time of purchase or contact the PENTAX distribu tor in your country for more information and to receive a copy of the warranty policy STATEMENT OF FCC COMPLIANCE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two con ditions 1 This device may not cause harmful inter ference and 2 this device must accept any inter ference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authori
35. ge overheating explosion etc The battery should be inserted with the and sides facing correctly e Battery performance may be temporarily hindered in low temperatures but will recover in normal temperatures e Keep a spare battery on hand for replacement convenience when shooting outdoors or while traveling e Replace the batteries at the same time Do not mix battery brands type or an old battery with a new one As this may cause explosion or overheating I BASIC OPERATION PREPARATION Icon indicators used in this manual Operation direction lt q Attention an Saat Lamp blinking gt ATTACHING THE CAMERA STRAP 1 Using a coin or similar object slide the clasp in the direction of the arrow 2 Put the clasp onto the strap lug of the camera with the arrow indication facing out and slide the lock plate back to the original position 3 To remove the strap repeat step 1 e Adjust the length of the strap with the buckle e After fitting the strap and adjusting the length pull the strap hard to confirm that the strap has secure ly attached to the camera e There is a pocket on the strap so you can store a small accessory NOLLVYVd3ud NOILVH3dO OISVE l LOADING THE BATTERIES 1 2 3 KS ss o 1 To remove the battery holder lift the battery 3 To secure the battery holder turn the battery holder release knob and t
36. he Multi 6 Segment Metering Mode Creative exposure control is decided by the user SNOLLVY4dO G3SONVACV f SNOILVY3dO GAONVAGV l l l Metering area Using the Spot Metering Mode The Spot Metering Mode measures light only in the small area in the center of the viewfinder To set 1 Set the metering mode selector to e 2 Measure the small area of the viewfinder as illustrated e If the brightness range between area in the photo graph is too great the exposure should be deter mined in consideration of the overall brightness Otherwise the picture will come out improperly exposed USING AE LOCK The AE lock function enables an exposure level to be memorized before shooting The AE lock func tion is very effective when used along with spot metering Use the AE lock function to get a correct exposure when the subject occupies only a small part of the viewfinder Position the area to be measured in the spot metering area and press the AE lock button The exposure level is memorized and is dis played in the viewfinder e As soon as the AE lock button AE L is pressed and the camera stores the measured exposure level for 20 seconds The AE lock function remains while the AE lock button is depressed e If the shutter release button is depressed halfway down while the AE lock timer is operating the memorized meter reading will remain even if the AE loc
37. he last frame is exposed and Remove the film from the film back P 25 wound onto the take up spool The main switch is set to OFF Set the main switch to ON P 14 The shutter cannot be The battery warning appears Replace the battery P12 released The self timer mode is being set Cancel the self timer mode P 35 The exposure compensation dial is Turn the exposure compensation P 24 P 66 being set to D PF or ISO dial other than D PF or ISO P 76 The exposure counter does The shutter release button is not Press the shutter release button P20 not indicate depressed after loading the film after loading the film i Kis main switch is the OFF posi Turn the main switch to ON P14 Indicators do not appear on No battery has been installed Install the batteries P 12 the LCD panel eak A are improperly Install the batteries properly P12 The batteries are dead Replace the batteries P 12 AF frame is not placed over the sub Move the camera until the AF frame P 36 ject C J covers the subject The subject is too close poe the camera to subject dis P36 The camera does not focus Set th nth tof The focus mode is set to MF fan e enS IN ee AUOIOCUS POSI P 32 The subject is difficult to autofocus US the focus technique or focus peg peo manually using the matte field Symptoms Causes Remedies Reference The subject is too close or difficult to Use the focus lock techn
38. ies with or actual damage to your Pentax camera We do not assume any responsibility or liability for difficulties resulting from the use of lenses and accessories made by other manufacturers TABLE OF CONTENTS LCD panel indication cceceeeeeeeeeeteeeeeeeneeees 3 Viewfinder indication c cccceeeeeceeeeeeeetteeeeees 3 Names of working parts ecceeeseeeeteeeneees 4 5 Safe use Of your CAMELA cccecceeeeseeeeetteeeeteeees 6 Precautions for your CaMera cccccceseeeeeeeeeeee 8 Precautions for battery USAQC ee eseeeesneeeeeees 9 BASIC OPERATION PREPARATION 10 28 Attaching the camera Strap eeceeseeeeseeeenees 11 Loading the batteries 0 0 eeeeeeeseeeeseeereneeees 12 Turning ON the POWE ee eeeeeeeeseeeteneeeeeseeeteees 14 e When the batteries are exhausted 15 Attaching the lens i eeeeeseeeeeneeeeeneeeeenneeeeaes 16 Attaching Detaching the film holder 645 18 Depressing the shutter release button 20 Film loading nara n nn 20 Setting the film speed ISO eee eeeeeeeeenees 24 Unloading the film n se 25 Unloading the film in mid roll eee ees 26 Installing the eyecup eeeceeeseeeeseeetesteeetsneeeee 27 Adjusting the viewfinder diopter 2 00 28 ll BASIC OPERATION SHOOTING 29 37 Using the Programmed AE Mode 008 30 Using the Mu
39. ique or blinks in the viewfinder autofocus focus manually using the matte P 62 P63 field Err blinks on the LCD panel The camera may be defective e Press the mid roll wind up button to wind the film then consult your Pentax distributor or authorized Pentax repair shop e Err indication stays on and bat tery warning blinks even if the mid roll wind up button is pressed In this situation replace the battery and press the mid roll wind button again SYSHLO l l SPECIFICATIONS SYSHLO l l l Type _ TTL autofocus auto exposure 6 x 4 5 format SLR camera Format _ 56 x 41 5mm Usable Film 120 roll film 16 exposures with 120 film holder 220 roll film 33 exposures with 220 film holder and 70mm roll film about 95 exposures with 70mm film holder Usable Film Speed ISO 12 6400 Exposure Modes Programmed AE Mode Shutter Priority AE Mode Aperture Priority AE Mode Metered Manual Mode Bulb Mode TTL Flash Mode Shutter _ Electronically controlled vertical run cloth focal plane shutter Speed range 1 Auto 1 1000 30 sec stepless 2 Manual 1 1000 6 sec 3 Bulb Lens Mount Pentax 645 AF mount 645 A mount with AF coupler lens information contacts Compatible Lens Pentax 645 AF mount Pentax 645 A mount Autofocus System TTL phas
40. k button is released e The AE lock function cannot be used when the camera is set in the Metered Manual Mode How to cancel To cancel the AE lock function press the AE lock button again SNOLLVY4dO GSONVAGV l SETTING THE FOCUS MODE SWITCH TO THE CONTINUOUS POSITION SNOILVY3dO GAONVAGV l l l A If the shutter release button is held at the halfway position the lens focuses continuously to follow the subject The shutter can be released even if the subject is out of focus Set the focus mode switch to C Predictive Autofocus Mode When the camera senses subject movement during the autofocus operation the camera will automati cally switch the focus mode to the predictive auto focus mode to measure the speed of a moving sub ject and predict where it will be at the moment of shutter release to maintain sharp focus on the sub ject If the subject is moving too fast the shutter may not be released USING THE SPOT AF MODE 2 Select the Spot AF Mode to critically focus on a 2 Focus on the main subject with the Sopt AF specific spot of the subject which is in the spot AF frame autofocus frame e When the main subject is off the Spot AF frame How to focus use the focus lock technique See page 60 1 Set the AF frame selector to e SNOLLVY4dO G3ONVACV f l SNOILVY3dO GSAONVACGV l l 1 2 FOCUS LOCK FUNCTION 3
41. ll not under exposed the subject The multi 6 segment metering sys tem also calculates exposure values for a scene to auto matically compensate for high contrast and other difficult lighting conditions Even a beginner can achieve excellent results with ease as SNLLOOHS NOILVH3dO SISVa l WwW N NILOOHS NOILWYadO JISVa l po ME AF With the Pentax 645 FA lens attached the lens automatically focuses when you press the shutter release button halfway down Set the lens in the autofocus mode USING AUTOFOCUS MODE e Switching between the autofous mode and manu al focus mode depends on the lens you use For more details read the operating manual of the lens e The camera does not provide the switch for switching between the autofous mode and manu al mode USING THE SINGLE AF MODE e Continuous AF Mode is also available in this cam era See page 58 When you depress the shutter button the lens auto matically focuses As soon as the subject is in focus the shutter is released For normal use select this position The shutter cannot be released if the subject is out of focus ONLLOOHS NOILVH3dO SISVa l Set the AF mode selector to S USING THE 3 POINT AF MODE USING THE SINGLE FRAME DRIVE MODE SNILOOHS NOILWYadO JISVa l
42. llow autofocusing or manual focusing with the in focus indicator in the viewfinder Use the manual focus mode to focus on the subject with the aid of the matte field surround ing the autofocus frame See page 58 for manual focusing a When using special effect filters or Magic Image Attachment b When using Extension Tubes or an Auto Bellows for close up photography Tomo S y an 10 TETT nw s4las 122 O A221611 85 6 028 VI N How to focus on the subject with the aid of the matte field 1 Set the lens in the manual focus position 2 While looking through the viewfinder turn the focusing ring to the right or left until the image in the viewfinder is clearest HARD TO AUTOFOCUS SUBJECTS The autofocus system is highly precise but not per fect Depending on the brightness contrast shape and size of your subject the autofocus system may not operate In such a case use the focus lock technique see page 60 on another subject that is the same distance away or set the lens to use the manual focus mode to focus the lens on the subject with the aid of the matte field in the viewfinder Subjects which may fool the autofocus system include a Extremely low contrast subjects such as a
43. lti 6 segment metering mode 31 Using the autofocus MOdGE cceceeeeeeeeeeeees 32 Using the Single AF Mode csceeseeeeeeeees 33 Using the 3 point AF mode cccceeeeeeeeeeeees 34 Using the Single Frame Drive Mode 34 Holding the CAMEL eeeeeeesteeeeneeeteneeeteneeeees 35 Taking a PICtUre ececeseseeseceeeeseeeeesseeteseneenesees 36 lll ADVANCED OPERATION 38 83 Selecting a Drive Mode 38 e Consecutive Frame Mode 38 Self Timer MOde ccccccceseeceeesseeeesteeeees 39 Taking multi exposure pictures ceeeeee 40 Selecting an Exposure Mode ccesceeeeees 42 e Using the Programmed AE Mode 42 e Using the Aperture Priority AE Mode 44 e Using the Shutter Priority AE Mode 46 e Using the Metered Manual Mode 48 e Using the Bulb Exposure Mode 50 About Exposure Compensation ccceseeeeeee 52 Using the Auto Bracketing Mode n e 53 Switching the Metering Mode sceeeeeeeees 55 e Center weighted Metering Mode 5 55 e Spot Metering Mode cccceeseeseeeeeeeeees 56 Using the AE LOCK 000 eeeeeeeseeeeeneeeeeneeeeeneeeeee 57 Setting the focus mode in the Continuous POSIVION EE E E E E seas sige ptapestaeate cae 58 Using the Spot AF Mode cceeeeeeeeeeeeeeneees 59 Focus Lock Function
44. n signal in the viewfinder O O TTL auto flash O O O Auto flash O 2 0 3 O Slow speed sync in the Shutter Priority AEMode or Metered P Manual Mode O O 0 4 O AF spotbeam O O Trailing shutter curtain sync flash O O Contrast control flash mode O TYPEA AF500FTZ 3 AF360FGZ AF330FTZ TYPE C AF400T AF280T AF220T AF200T AF080C AF140C TYPE D AF200SA AF201SA Notes 4 2 3 4 When using a Type C flash except AF220T in the MS Manual Sync or M Manual modes set the camera s exposure mode to the Aperture Priority AE Mode Manual or Bulb The Program and Aperture Priority AE Modes cannot be used because the actual required aperture value may change AF500FTZ and AF330FTZ do not have the auto flash capability AF140C and AF080C do not have the auto flash capa bility In the MS Manual Sync or M Manual mode the Shutter Priority AE cannot be used because the actual required aperture value may change TYPE B AF400FTZ AF240FT Using other type of a flash e Use of non Pentax flash units may damage the camera For the best results use a Pentax dedicated flash unit e Some large studio type flashes may have reversed con tacts and may not fire with the 6451 camera For further information contact the manufacturer or local supplier of the flash unit Also some studio flash units may not sync properly and part of the image could be blacked out by the second shutter curtain It is recommen
45. nditions Actual battery life and performance may vary drastically depending on external conditions such as temperature and freshness of the battery e Battery performance may be temporarily hindered in low temperatures but should recover in normal tem peratures NOLLVYVd3ud NOILLVYAdO OISVE l S 8 NOILvVHYd3 d NOILYY3dO JISVa TURNING THE POWER ON A Cie oa ANS 1 Set the main switch to ON 2 With the main switch set to m an audible PCV signal is heard for one of the following When the camera is not in use make sure that the conditions main switch is OFF to prevent battery drain if the shutter release button is accidentally depressed e When the subject comes into focus e When the film is left only one frame e With the mirror lock up function set ol Low Battery Warning When the batteries are nearly exhausted the bat tery symbol J appears on the LCD panel as a warning Replace the batteries as soon as possible See page 12 for replacing the batteries e Even if the low battery symbol appears exposure will be correct as long as the shutter can be released It is recommended to replace the batter ies as soon as possible NOLLVYVd3ud NOILVH3dO OISVE l ATTACHING THE LENS NOILvVHYd3 d NOILYY3dO JISVa l 1 Remove the body mount cap while depress 2 Align the red dots on the camera and lens ing the lens
46. o the side on the bar graph it indicates overexposure and when the bars are displayed to the side it indicates underexposure e Moving one bar on the bar graph indicates 1 3 step 0 3EV However when under or over exposure is set beyond 3 or 3 steps 3EV or indicator will blink e In flash photography when you use the flash sync shut ter speed of 1 60 second or a non dedicated external flash unit set the shutter dial to the X 1 60 of second position Exposure Warning If the subject is too bright or too dark the selected shutter speed will blink in the viewfinder as a warning as shown When the subject is too bright choose a smaller aperture when it is too dark choose a larger aperture When the shutter speed indication stops blinking you can take a pic ture If both shutter and aperture blink It means that the exposure is out of metering range unable to obtain a cor rect exposure even if the aperture is adjusted Select a darker subject or use a flash if it is too dark SNOLLVY4dO GSONVACV l SNOILVY3dO GSAONVACGV l l F 10 15 IT 2216 84148 1622 O A2216 118 5 6 VEN Using the Bulb Exposure Mode Purpose This mode is useful for the long exposures required for shooting night scenes and fireworks The shut ter remains open as long as the shutter release but ton is held down How to 1 Set the lens aperture rin
47. ode for taking pictures using the same shut ter speed and aperture setting combination or tak ing creatively under or overexposured photographs To set 1 Set the lens aperture ring to the desired f stop setting e Turn the lens aperture ring while holding down the aperture A lock button 2 Set the shutter speed dial to the desired shut ter speed 3 The shutter speed dial between 1 1000 to 4S can be set to 1 2 step by pressing the up down button The set shutter speed will be displayed on the LCD panel and in the viewfinder e If the shutter speed does not change to 1 2 step confirm Pentax Function No 1 e To set the shutter speed dial to a position other than A turn the shutter speed dial while holding down the shutter speed dial lock button e When the 645 LS with leaf shutter 75mm is attached LS appears on the LCD panel 10 15 ft i TIM MITT qm 48 G 2 O A2216 11 8 5 6028 VI N a T 4 Turn either the shutter dial or lens aperture ring until a single bar is displayed in the center of the bar graph 5 When the shutter release button is depressed halfway the shutter speed approximate aperture and bar graph will be displayed in the viewfinder When the bars are displayed t
48. onal Cable SW CS 105 CS 130 or Cable Release is also recommend ed UJ ul ONLLOOHS NOILVH3dO SISVa l SNILOOHS NOILWYadO JISVa l Wi 7 a J Ze Set the lent to the autofocus position 1 Focus on the subject with the 3 point AF frame jj When the shutter release button is pressed halfway down the lens automatically focuses 2 When the subject is in focus the focus indi cator lights up 3 To release the shutter gently press the shut ter release button fully ma on TI TAKING A PICTURE e When the shutter release button is pressed halfway down the shutter speed and aperture set ting are displayed in the viewfinder e Select the Spot AF Mode to critically focus on a specific spot of the subject See details on page 59 e When the subject is in focus the audible PCV sig nal can be emitted See details on page 14 e During autofocus operation the focusing ring should not be obstructed with your fingers hands or any other object The focus indicator blinks when the cam era is not able to obtain proper focus for one of the following reasons 1 The subject is too close Adjust the camera to subject distance 2 The subject is difficult to autofocus See HARD TO AUTOFOCUS on page 63 The shutter cannot be released if the subject is out of focus e The film counter indication advances each time the shutter is released e Depress the shutter release bu
49. otherwise and it is expressly agreed that the liability of the manufacturer or its representatives under all guarantees or warranties whether expressed or implied is strictly limited to the replace ment of parts as herein before provided No refunds will be made on repairs by non authorized Pentax service facilities Procedure During 12 month Warranty Period Any Pentax which proves defective during the 12 month warranty period should be returned to the dealer from whom you purchased the equipment or to the manufacturer If there is no repre sentatives of the manufacturer in your country send the equipment to the manufacturer with postage prepaid In this case it will take a considerable length of time before the equipment can be returned to you owing to the complicated customs procedures required If the equipment is covered by warranty repairs will be made and parts replaced free of charge and the equipment will be returned to you upon completion of servicing If the equipment is not covered by warran ty regular charges of the manufacturer or of its representatives will apply Shipping charges are to be borne by the owner If your Pentax was purchased outside of the country where you wish to have it serviced during the warranty period regular handling and servicing fees may be charged by the manufacturer s representatives in that country Notwithstanding this your Pentax returned to the manufacturer will be serviced free of charge accordin
50. ower cord Battery Exhaustion Battery exhaustion symbol Q is lit blinking when the shutter is locked no indication in the viewfinder Warning Dimensions and 147 0mm W x 109 0mm H x 117mm D 5 8 x4 3 x4 6 1280g 45 2 oz body only without batteries Weight Supplied Body mount cap 645 Rear body cap 645 Release socket cap Strap D Large eye cap 645 and Hot shoe cover Accessories FK SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTIFICATION OR ANY OBLIGATION ON THE PART OF THE MANUFACTURER SYSHLO l l l ED WARRANTY POLICY SYSHLO l l l All Pentax cameras purchased through authorized bona fide photographic distribution channels are guaranteed against defects of material or workmanship for a period of twelve months from date of purchase Service will be rendered and defective parts will be replaced without cost to you within that period provided the equipment does not show evidence of impact sand or liquid damage mishandling tampering battery or chemical corrosion operation contrary to operating instructions or modification by an unauthorized repair shop The manufacturer or its authorized representatives shall not be liable for any repair or alterations except those made with its written consent and shall not be liable for damages from delay or loss of use or from other indirect or consequential damages of any kind whether caused by defective material or workmanship or
51. perior 6 x 4 5cm result with 120 220 or 70mm film Made possible through our vast experience and technology accumulated over the years the new autofocus multi mode 645n assures pin sharp focus accuracy with AF Spot and AF Wide selection and the 6 segment multi pattern metering allows precise exposure control under widely varying conditions Unsurpassed versa tility is assured through the utilizing of a full range of exposure modes Programmed AE Aperture Priority AE and Shutter Priority AE Metered Manual and TTL auto flash control an exposure compensation control and auto brack eting mode and a new user set Pentax Function to customize the 645n to meet the for user s shooting preferences With a 645 A or FA lens attached the 645nr imprints relevant information frame number shutter speed aperture setting exposure con trol and auto bracketing mode The Pentax 645nz is a professional camera pos sessing a number of highly sophisticated fea tures built in automated film wind an external LCD information panel and clearly visible LCD information in the viewfinder Lenses and accessories produced by other manu facturers are not made to our precise specifications and therefore may cause difficulties with or actual damage to your Pentax camera We do not assume any responsibility or liability for difficulties resulting from the use of lenses and accessories made by other manufacturers MEMO
52. printed For bulb exposure up to 9999 seconds can be imprinted Beyond 9999 seconds BULB will be imprinted LS for lens shut ter is used X for when the shutter speed dial is set to the X position Aperture setting Aperture value displayed in the viewfinder is imprinted When the 67 lens adapter or the 645 Helicoid Extension Tube having no lens information contacts are used F will be imprinted Exposure compensation value When the exposure compensation is not enabled 0 0Ev is imprinted The exposure com pensation value for the auto bracketing is also imprinted If both auto bracketing and exposure compensation are used the sum is imprinted Auto bracketing AEB is imprinted when the pictures are taken in auto bracketing mode Metering mode oy Multi segment Center weighted Spot AE lock AE L is imprinted with the AE lock function used Flash status is imprinted when a Pentax dedicated flash is fired Focal length of lens Focal length is imprinted when the FA lens is attached When the FA zoom lens is in use an approximate value of focal length is imprinted mm is imprinted when the A lens rear con verter or etc is mounted Focus mode AF J is imprinted with the autofocus mode used MF is imprinted with the manual focus mode used Autofocus mode S is imprinted with Single AF mode used C is imprinted wi
53. re gt wee E 4 f Over exposure Under exposure gt Proper exposure gt nue E 3 Over exposure Over exposure gt Proper exposure gt Sea Under exposure PF 4 Setting the self timer delay time The self timer delay time can be set to 12 sec or 2 sec If the 2 sec self timer is set the mirror is locked up when the shutter release button is pressed and the shutter will be released after 2 seconds Pentax Function No 4 Self timer delay of 12 sec initial setting Pe Self timer delay of 2 sec with mirror lock up 2 u PF 5 Setting the exposure compensation step Set the exposure compensation step 1 3EV or 1 2EV step Pentax Function No 5 Selecting an exposure compensation step of 0 3EV or 0 5EV 1 3EV initial setting 1 2EV With the exposure compensation step is set to 1 2 Exposure compensation can only be set to 1 2 step even if the exposure compensation dial is set to 1 3 or 2 3 steps In the viewfinder when the 1 2 step is set two bars are displayed on the bar graph yA a SNOLLVY4dO G3SONVAGV f l SNOILLVY3dO GSONVAGV l l l PF 6 Enabling disabling the program line for shift ing The program line of Programmed AE Mode can be shifted according to your shooting preferences c PoFF FG Enabling the programmed line shift z Pon F D With the programmed line shift is enabled The programmed line is shifted 0 5EV step each time the up down button is depressed
54. rk are FE MM yd SNOLLVY4adO GAONVACV l l SNOILYY3dO GSONVACV l l 2216 Bis 8 1622 Using the Aperture Priority AE Mode Purpose When the desired aperture is selected an appropri ate shutter speed is automatically set by the cam era for a proper exposure This mode is ideal for shooting landscapes with increased depth of field or a portrait against a blurred background To set 1 Set the lens aperture ring to the desired f stop other than A e Turn the lens aperture ring while holding down the aperture A lock button 2 Set the shutter speed dial to A e The shutter speed dial can be released from A to another position while holding down the shutter speed dial lock button o 15 oe TITT E m g O A2216 11 8 56028 VI N 3 Set the desired f stop 4 The f stop that you have selected and appro priate aperture indication determined by the camera can be seen in the viewfinder when the shutter release button is depressed halfway The approximate aperture indication appears in the viewfinder It may not the same indication as you select the lens aperture ring especially when the A645 150mm f 3 5 or A 645 45 85mm Zoom f 4 5 is attached Exposure
55. rror with AF secondary mirror Mirror lock up is possible Film Loading 120 and 220 films semi automatically loaded with a start mark 70mm film automatically loaded Film Winding Auto film winding by built in motor with single consecutive mode Approx 2 0 frames sec consecutive mode TTL dual six segment metering Metering range from EV2 to EV21 at ISO100 with 75mm f 2 8 lens Center Exposure Meter weighted and Spot metering mode can be set Exposure 3 3EV in 0 3EV step increments Compensation Multiple Exposure Via Multi exposure switch Auto bracketing 1 3EV step increments 2 3EV step increments 1EV step increments Possible to use with exposure compen sation Flash sync Via Hot shoe with X sync contact with couples with Pentax dedicated auto flashes X sync speed at 1 60 sec Slow shutter speed synchronization possible in Metered Manual Mode X sync socket is provided ISO range 25 800 Exposure Data Possible to imprint the exposure data on the outside of the picture frame Characters number of films frame Imprinting number exposure mode shutter speed aperture value exposure compensation metering mode and focal length Pentax Function 10 user defined functions Power Source Six AA size 1 5V batteries Alkaline or Lithium battery an optional Remote battery pack 645 is attachable with connecting the p
56. se A is available as an optional accessory How to attach 1 Attach the double cable release so that the end with the red end ring of the double cable release is connected to the socket with the red ring in the lower part of the front board of the Auto Bellows 645 2 The other end fits into the shutter release button Adjust the double cable release so that when the double cable release is pushed with the lens set at the minimum aperture the shutter is released after the lens is fully stopped down If the shutter is released before the aperture is stopped fully down to its minimum Adjust the cable so that the end with the red ring to extend further and or the end that attaches to the shutter button to extend less Adjustment procedures To extend the length turn the knurled front ring to the left when viewed from front end and then turn the back knurled ring to the left when viewed from front end while holding the front ring To shorten the length turn the back knurled ring to the right when viewed from front and then turn the front knurled ring to the right while holding the back knurled ring SNOLLVY4adO G3AONVACV l l SYSHLO I l l l TROUBLESHOOTING What appears troublesome may be easily remedied Here are some problems that may occur and their remedies Before contacting a Pentax service center check the following items Symptoms Causes Remedies Reference T
57. th Continuous AF mode used AF area WIDE is imprinted with the 3 point AF mode used SPOT is imprinted with the spot AF mode used Focus point With the 3 point AF is set which focus point is used imprinted with L left R right or C cen ter Film speed Set the film speed ISO 6 to 6400 is imprinted emm gt z gt z O m i e Uv m gt J a no SNOILVY3dO GAONVACV l l l To set 1 Set the exposure compensation dial to D D will be displayed on the LCD panel 2 Press up down button repeatedly until on appears on the LCD panel If is displayed on the LCD panel the exposure data will be imprinted on the negative e With a 645 A lens attached the exposure data but not the focal length of the lens will be imprinted even if is displayed on the LCD panel e With an accessory without the lens information contacts such as a helicoid extension tube attached the exposure data but not the focal length and aperture setting of the lens will be imprinted even if is dis played on the LCD panel e Since the exposure data are imprinted on the outside of picture frame the data will not be seen on the actual photographs The shutter cannot be released with the exposure compensation dial set at D To cancel the Exposure Data Imprint Mode 2 Set the exposure compensation dial to D
58. the number of frames taken Changes the maximum frames can be taken when 120 film or 220 film is loaded SNOILVYSdO GSAONVACV l l l Pentax Function No 9 The maximum frames can be taken is changed depending on the type of film holder is attached LCD panel indication With 120 film back attached With 220 film attached Setting contents s FG 32 FY 15 or 32 frames initial setting With 120 film holder 15 frames With 220 film holder 32 frames roQ jg ro 16 or 33 frames With 120 film holder 16 frames With 220 film holder 33 frames e With 16 or 33 frames set the film flatness of 2nd frame may be deteriorated in the consecutive frame mode The number of frame taken can be changed before 1st frame is taken After 1st frame is taken the num ber of frames cannot be changed until the film is removed ACCESSORIES OPTIONAL A number of dedicated accessories are available for this camera e Cable Switch CS 105 CS 130 A shutter release cord designed for use with the 645nr and MZ S The length of cable for CS 105 is 50cm and CS 130 is 3m Release Timer Switch TS 110 645n1 and MZ S dedicated shutter release device for interval and timer shooting Magnifier 645 A viewfinder accessory for magnifying the central area of the viewfinder Refconverter A Right angle finder which attaches the viewfinder The viewfinder magnification can be switched from 1X to 2X AF
59. tion p 52 r i Bar Graph p 49 52 AE lock p 57 D NAMES OF WORKING PARTS AF mode selector p 33 58 Exposure compensation dial p 52 Exposure compensation dial release button p 52 Auto bracketing selector p 53 Hotshoe p 68 Shutter speed dial release button Lens information contacts Lens unlock button p 16 Preview lever p 74 Drive mode selector p 34 38 39 Shutter release button p 20 Release socket p 51 Up down buttons AE lock button p 57 Main Switch p 14 LCD panel p 3 Metering mode selector p 31 55 56 AF frame selector p 34 59 Diopter adjustment ring p 28 Shutter speed dial NAMES OF WORKING PARTS Battery holder release knob External power supply socket p 13 Tripod socket p 35 Vertical tripod socket p 35 Multi exposure switch p 40 X sync socket Strap lug p 11 Film holder p 18 Film holder release knob p 18 Mid roll wind up button p 26 Electronic cable release socket p 51 Battery holder p 12 EE FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA given on this page A WARNING e Wrapping the strap around your neck is dangerous Make sure that small children do not get the strap caught around their neck e Do not look directly at the sun through the camera as viewing the sun for an extended period may damage your eyes Although
60. to the camera mechanism as it may cause rust Furthermore if the camera is taken from warm temperature to a subfreezing one or vice versa the formation of ice crystals may cause damage In such a case put the camera into a case or plastic bag so that any changes in temperature dif ference is minimized Do not remove it from the bag until temperature has stabilized e Regular size color prints may cut off what appears on the extreme edges of the film frame Compose your picture with a margin of safety at the edges Precautions for storage e Avoid leaving the camera for extended periods in places where the humidity and temperature are very high such as in a car Do not store the camera in a closet with mothballs or in an area where chemicals are handled Store it in a place with good dry air circulation to prevent the growth of fungus Precautions for proper care e Never touch the shutter curtain or mirror with your fin ger or any other object e Use a blower and lens brush to remove dust accumu lated on the lens or viewfinder e Never use solvents such as paint thinner alcohol or benzene to clean the camera e Electrical problems may often be caused by water dirt or dust at points of electrical contact Also check for battery leakage traces of dirt or grease or corrosion due to salinity or gas If you cannot correct the prob lems have your camera inspected at a Pentax service center Repairs of this nature are not cover
61. tton halfway down While is on the camera to subject distance is fixed focus lock To refocus on another sub ject lift your finger off the shutter release button e If the drive mode switch is set to the Consecutive Frame Mode with the Single AF Mode set the camera focuses only the first picture From the second picture the pictures are taken consecu tively with the focus locked at the first picture 168 N NILOOHS NOILVH3dO SISVa l SNOILYY3dO GSONVAGV l l l T ADVANCED OPERATIONS SELECTING A DRIVE MODE Consecutive Frame Mode Consecutive pictures can be taken by holding down the shutter release button Set the drive mode selector to J e If the AF mode selector is set to S the camera focuses only the first picture From the second pic ture the pictures are taken consecutively with the focus locked at the first picture Self Timer Mode The self timer mode delays the shutter release and is useful for taking group shots that include the pho tographer The shutter will be released about 12 seconds after the shutter release is pressed 1 Set the drive mode selector to S 2 Focus on the subject first using the autofocus frame and by pressing the shutter release button halfway down Then press the shutter release button fully e The shutter will be released about 12 seconds later e When the self timer is in operation the audible P
62. ty to operate the equipment This equipment has been tested and found to com ply with the limits for a Class B digital device pur suant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communica tions However there is no guarantee that interfer ence will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does not cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be deter mined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encourage to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Consult the dealer or an experience radio TV technician for help This class B digital apparatus meets all require ments of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations Cet appareil num rique de la class B respecte toutes les exigences du R glement sur le mat riel brouilleur du Canada SYSHLO l l l l Welcome to the Fantastic World of Pentax Autofocus Multi Mode Medium Format Photography The Pentax 645nz our latest development in the area of the medium format SLR promises a su
63. urn it in the direc holder release knob in the direction of the tion of the arrow arrow 2 Load six 1 5V AA size batteries in the battery holder in accordance with the diagram locat ed in the battery holder NOILvHYd3 d NOILYY3dO JISVa l WwW e This camera requires battery power for operation Always use six 1 5V AA size batteries e The ISO film speed and number of exposed frames are unchanged if the batteries are replaced Keep spare batteries on hand when shooting out doors or while traveling e Use of the optional Remote Battery Pack 645 and Power Cord 645 is recommended when the camera is to be under the extremely low temperatures e Replace all the batteries at the same time Do not mix battery brands types or old batteries with new Remove batteries when not using the camera for long periods of time as the batteries may leak after time Battery Life 20 C 68 F Battery Life 10 C 14 F Alkaline Battery Lithium Battery Alkaline Battery Lithium Battery 120 film holder about 130 rolls about 320 rolls 120 film holder about 7 rolls about 120 rolls 220 film holder about 100 rolls about 250 rolls 220 film holder about 5 rolls about 90 rolls Bulb exposure time about 8 hours about 12 hours Bulb exposure time about 6 hours about 10 hours e The batteries were used under Pentax testing co
64. we have carefully designed this camera for safe operation please be sure to follow precautions A WARNING This mark indicates precautions that if not followed could result in serious injury to the operator A CAUTION This mark indicates precautions that if not followed could result in minor or medium injury to the operator or damage to the equipment A CAUTION e Never try to disassemble short or recharge the bat tery Also do not dispose of the battery in fire as it may explode e Remove the batteries from the camera immediately if they become hot or begin to smoke Be careful not to burn yourself during removal PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR CAMERA Your Pentax camera is a high precision mecha nism Handle it with great care Precautions when taking pictures Do not use the camera where it may come in contact with rain water or any other liquid because the cam era is not weather water or liquid resistant Should the camera get wet from rain splashing water or any other liquid wipe it off immediately with a dry soft cloth Do not drop the camera or allow it to hit solid objects If the camera suffers a shock or impact take it to a Pentax service center for inspection Be careful not to subject the camera to strong vibra tions shock or pressure Use a cushion to protect the camera when carrying it in a motorcycle car boat etc Condensation on the interior or exterior of the camera may be extremely harmful
65. white wall in the autofocus frame C J b Subjects which don t reflect much light in the aut ofocus frame C J c Subjects which are moving too fast d Multiple subjects in the foreground and back ground of the autofocus frame J e Subjects positioned against reflected light or strong backlight or with extremely bright back grounds SNOLLVY4adO AQJ NVAQAVY l l ED IMPRINTING THE EXPOSURE DATA ON THE NEGATIVE If a 645 A or FA lens autofocus lens is attached the camera imprints the following exposure data direct ly on the negative outside of the picture frame with each exposure AE lock Flash status Focal length of Lens Focus mode Characters Number of Films Number of Frames Exposure Mode Shutter Speed Autofocus mode QO Aperture Setting AF area Exposure Compensation Value Focus point Auto bracketing Film speed Metering Mode SNOILVYSdO GSONVAGV l l Data type Imprinted description Characters Capital letter A to G is imprinted to identify the camera Number of films 1 199 can be imprinted Beyond 199 it returns to 1 Number of frames 1 99 can be imprinted Exposure mode M Metered Manual Tv Shutter priority AE Av Aperture priority AE or P Programmed AE can be imprinted Shutter speed The shutter speed displayed in the viewfinder is im
66. will automatically adjust the angle of discharge according to the lens focal length only when a 645 FA lens is in use The AF500FTZ and AF360F GZ feature a wireless slave sync flash function e The flash effective range appears on the LCD panel only when an a 645 A lens is in use or FA lens is in use e Multiple flash burst on a single frame are possible with the AF500FTZ e In the Programmed AE Shutter Priority AE or Aperture Priority AE the TTL Auto Flash Mode will be set auto matically even if the flash is set to Manual e With AF360F GZ the picture format size can be selected depending on the camera format being used AF240FT AF400FTZ e These flash units feature a built in infrared spotbeam to assist the autofocus system in dim light and low contrast conditions e In the Programmed AE Shutter Priority AE or Aperture Priority AE TTL Auto Flash Mode will be set automati cally even if the flash unit is set to Manual When the flash unit is charged and left unused for about 5 minutes the power will automatically switch off to save battery power Depressing the shutter release button halfway down will restart charging of the flash unit AF200T AF220T AF280T and AF400T If the TTL auto mode is selected these flash units can be used for daylight sync shooting because the shutter speed is adjusted according to the ambient brightness The slower shutter speed varies according to the lens focal length The shutter

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