User manual MAMIYA RZ67 PRO II D

[. . . ] However, in order to fully take advantage of its capabilities, as well as avoid possible mishandling, be sure to carefully read this instruction manual before attempting to use your new camera. Contents Special Features of the Mamiya RZ67 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Outline of Names and Functions of Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inserting a Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Attaching/Removing Lenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] When loading film, it is not necessary to remove the holder from the camera back. When loading film, avoid direct sunlight, either load- ing the film in the shade or turning your body away from the sun and loading it in the shade of your own body. 2. While holding down the left-hand Spool Release Pin of the Film Insert, fit a roll of film between the upper and lower left-hand Film Spool Studs. Pull the backing paper in the direction of the dotted line and arrow around the stud, over the roller, across the back, over the right-hand roller, and feed it into the Take-up Spool. When loaded correctly, the inside of the backing paper (black side) w i l l appear outside of the insert back. If it does not, remove the roll of film, turn it upside-down, and reload it. 21 Loading the Film Holder 3. After feeding the tip of the backing paper into the slot of the Take-up Spool. 4. Gently wind the Film Advance Knob until the arrow of the backing paper aligns with the insert Start Mark. As you gently advance the backing paper, make sure it advances evenly between the spool flanges and does not begin to slant. If it advances unevenly, remove the backing paper from the Take-up Spool and refeed, starting again. Heeding this point will eliminate the possibility of crinkling the edge of the film. 5. To prevent accidental exposure of the film to light, always check the Exposure Counter before opening the back cover of the holder. During exposures, the Dark Slide can be stored in the Dark Slide Slot in the back of the holder. The Memo Clip on the back cover can be used for holding the film box-top as a film reminder or for holding a piece of paper with special 25 Distance Scale Depth-of-Field Depth-of-Field Preview Using the Depth-of-Field Scale The Distance Scale is used to determine the film-plane-to-subject distance. The scale itself is composed of two parts, the Distance Graduation and Focal Length Scale. After focusing, the correct distance can be determined by locating the point at which the curved line for the focal length in use intersects the Distance Graduation. For example, tithe 110mm lens is mounted on the camera and focused as shown in the illustration, the subject is 1. 5m (5 ft) from the film plane. 1. Set the Aperture Ring to the desired f-stop and focus the lens. Depress the Depth-of-Field Preview Lever of the lens and you will be able to check the depth-of-field directly on the focusing screen. 1. Check the camera-to-subject distance on the Distance Scale. Rotate the Lens Distance Scale Knob until the previously noted camera-to-subject distance is aligned with the center index of the Depth-of-Field Scale. Locate the selected aperture on both sides of the Depth-of-Field Scale. The figures of the Lens Distance Scale, appearing above the selected aperture, indicate the nearest and furthermost limits of sharpness for that aperture. [. . . ] Never use anything other than a blower for the mirror, as its surface should never be touched. Periodic Check Periodically check the camera to make sure it is in working order. This is especially important before beginning a photographic session or assignment. Check the battery, flash synchronization, mirror and shutter operation, diaphragm automation, and film advance. [. . . ]