P+ SERIES REFERENCE MANUAL Phase One A/S Roskildevej 39 DK-2000 Frederiksberg Denmark Tel: +45 36 46 01 11 Fax: +45 36 46 02 22 e-mail: info@phaseone.dk www.phaseone.com Phase One U.S. 200 Broadhollow Road, (Suite 312) Melville, NY 11747-0983 USA Tel: 1 631 547-8900 Fax: 1 631 547-9898 E-mail: info@phaseone.
Notice The name Phase One is a trademark of Phase One A/S. The names Mamiya, Hasselblad, Contax, Adobe, Apple, Mac OS X and Windows are registered trademark of their respective companies. All specifications are subject to change without notice. This manual is written and edited by Espen Beck. Cover Photography of digital backs (front and back) by Photographer Egon Gade.
Contents 1. Introduction 8 2. Unpacking the system Charging the batteries 10 12 3. Introduction to the P+ back System overview Tethered or untethered operations General Hardware Setup Powering up the P+ back Indicator lights Green LED Red LED ISO Settings Power management and shutter latency Double exposure protection IR filter on the CCD 14 14 14 16 16 16 17 17 17 17 18 18 4.
Formatting on a Windows computer Disabling iPhoto Autostart (Mac OS X) 27 27 6. Navigating the Menu System Menu buttons Home shortcut ISO and WB File format shortcut Battery and Power Indicator Button Lock shortcut 28 28 30 30 30 30 31 7. Play mode View modes Zoom Browsing inside Zoom Delete Exit the Play mode 32 33 33 34 35 35 8.
Time & Date Language 49 49 9. P+ back - Mamiya 645 AFD Mounting the P+ back on the Mamiya 645AFD Mounting the Viewfinder Mask Image orientation Studio flash sync on the AFD body T-mode on the Mamiya 645AFD Mirror Up Mamiya RZ67 PRO IID Studio flash sync on the RZ lens shutter Shutter latency settings 52 54 55 56 56 57 57 58 59 59 10.
12. P+ back for CONTAX 645 Auto exposure Double exposure protection Image orientation detection IR filter on the CCD Mounting the focusing screen Mounting the P+ back to the CONTAX 645 Use of flash sync cable Operating the camera from the host computer TTL flash 82 82 83 83 83 84 85 86 87 88 13. Large format photography Shutter latency settings 90 91 14.
1. Introduction Thank you for choosing a Phase One P+ Series digital camera back solution. The Phase One P+ Series, provides you with the advantage of having the most powerful digital camera solution whether you are working portable in the field or tethered in a studio. When shooting portrait, landscape, fashion, wedding, product or architectural photography you will always be able to find a Psystem that fits your needs.
2. Unpacking the system The suitcase contains small compartments for all the necessary parts; CF cards, CCD Cleaning Kit, Camera back, batteries and charger. (Suitcase and system contents may vary depending on purchase: Classic or Value added) The Software package, this manual and the LCC calibration kit are included in the Phase One Leather binder that functions as a lid over the this compartment. Beneith the Manual you wil find additonal cables and other parts.
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2. Unpacking the system Charging the batteries When the system is unpacked the first thing to do, is to give the batteries a full charge. In the Value Added Suitcase comes with two 7.2 volt Lithium-Ion batteries. Only one battery is used in the P+ back at a time, but it is recommended to charge both batteries fully before you start. While charging the batteries, you can still use the camera back if you connect it to the IEEE1394/FireWire port on your computer.
2. Unpacking the system Purchasing extra batteries The Phase One P+ back comes with two 2500mAh batteries. If you need to purchase extra batteries Phase One recommend that you choose Canon BP 915 (1500 to 2500 mAh). Due to difference in the tolerances of some third party batteries, these may not fit intothe digital back’s battery compartment. Do not try to force a battery into the compartment. When pressing the battery release button it should slide in without problems.
3. Introduction to the P+ back System overview The Phase One P+ back is designed specifically to fit on one of several brands or models of medium format cameras. This overview section will deal with generic features, available in all these different models: Tethered or untethered operation, preview display functions, menu system controls (they all have four buttons to control the settings in the back), etc. Certain camera specific explanations are placed in a special section later in this manual.
3. Introduction to the P+ back Tethered: When operating in a studio, where connected to a computer via FireWire you are not dependent on battery power or storage media. You can capture directly to the Phase One Capture One Raw workflow software on either Mac or PC, providing power to the P+ back via FireWire without the battery or CF-card inserted.
3. Introduction to the P+ back For more information on capturing tethered with the Phase One Capture One application please consult the online user guide available in the Capture One Help menu. General Hardware Setup The P+ back is designed to be used with the new medium format cameras prepared for digital camera backs.The use on these camera bodies can be done without any cables attached between the P+ back and the camera body or lens.
3. Introduction to the P+ back Green LED When capturing an image the green LED is blinking rapidly to indicates that the P+ back is busy. Steady green light indicates that the backlight of the display is dimmed but the camera is still ready to shoot. (The time before this happens can be set in the P+ back and is described later under "Menu mode") Red LED If the red LED is on this indicates that the P+ back is writing to the storage media.
3. Introduction to the P+ back Capture One Application (Please see the section specific for your camera body for more information on what latency setting to select). Double exposure protection It is not possible to accidentally double expose the image by capturing one image quickly after another when the P+ back is used on i.e. Mamiya 645 AFD, Hasselblad 555 ELD, Hasselblad H or Contax 645.
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4. Quick Start This is what it takes to get started real quick 1. Charge the batteries (Described earlier) 2. Install the focusing Screen (Described in camera specific section later) 3. Consult the Camera specific section for special cabling requirements for your solution. 4. Insert Battery or connect IEEE1394/FireWire (for power) 5. Insert CF-Card or connect IEEE1394/FireWire (To shoot tethered directly to the computer) 6. If shooting tethered Launch the Capture One Application 7.
4. Quick Start Setting up time and date The camera back’s date and time is set according to European time (since Phase One’s production facility in located in Denmark). If the digital back has been without power for a longer period of time, it will automatically ask you to setup time and date when it is powered up. In the "Time & Date" menu you can set the time and date using the four buttons on the P+ back.
5. CF Card Usage When working with CF-cards, card readers and digital cameras it is very important to follow a few rules, to avoid loss of data. Phase One recommends that you test-drive all new Compact FlashTM cards (including the one enclosed). By doing an initial test to verify that the capture files are stored properly on the card and can be accessed on a computer you will avoid unpleasant surprises on location or when you return from a job.
5. CF Card Usage Secure Storage System (3S) The Phase One Secure Storage system (3S) provides the industriy’s safest memory card handling ever. When working with memory cards in a Phase One P+ back, you can always be sure that your data is safe. The 3S technology is automatically checking your cards file structure every time it is inserted to the P+ back. If the disk check function finds errors on the card, it will prevent usage of the card until these are corrected or the card is formatted.
5. CF Card Usage Please note! Ejecting the card while the P+ back is still writing to the card (red LED is on) will cause images, that are still not written to the card, to be lost or damaged. Also, ejecting the battery while the P+ back is still writing might result in loss of the data that is not yet written to the memory card. For rescue tips in situations where the P+ back reports that you have a damaged card, please see "Sandisk card and Card reader" section.
5. CF Card Usage Mounting and dismounting On Windows XP and Windows 2000: To avoid confusing the system or, worst case, end up with a CF-card that was unintentionally erased, it is required to safely eject the card by right clicking the icon in "My Computer" and select the "Eject" option. On a Mac the card have to be unmounted, by dragging it into the trash, or selecting eject (command-e) in the "File" menu , or ejecting from the Capture panel inside the Capture One software.
5. CF Card Usage Formatting on a Mac OS X computer On Mac OS X the formatting cannot be done directly in the finder but is easily done inside the Disk Utility located in the Applications > Utilities folder. Open the Disk utility and select the Disk (not just the partition, but the entire disk). Select the Erase panel as shown on next page, and select MSDOS File System. Give the disk a name and click on Erase to erase and format the entire disk for use with the P+ back.
5. CF Card Usage Formatting on a Windows computer Insert the CF-card in the card reader, and select the drive when it mounts in "My computer" or in the Explorer. Right click on the drive and select "Format" from the pop-up menu. Select FAT32 or FAT16 from the "File System" pop-up. Give the card a name and click Start to format the card to be used with the P+ back. To specify a complete and thorough formatting of the media resetting all to zeros, do not enable the quick erase option.
6. Navigating the Menu System When the P+ back is turned on, the screen will always be in its home display position or "Main screen". Pressing and holding down the upper left button on the back will also bring you to the Main screen, regardless of where you are in the menu system. The Main screen has an indicator in the top showing remaining captures, and a battery indicator at the bottom showing the remaining battery capacity.
6. Navigating the Menu system Play ISO Menu WB Inside the menu system arrows will indicate the function of the four buttons, the two buttons to the left are used to enter and exit the selected menus. The two buttons to the right are used to go up and down in the menu system. Exit Up Enter Down From the home position, pressing the "Play" button will bring up the image browser, where you can go up and down with the right hand buttons, to browse through images.
6. Navigating the Menu system ISO and WB When the display is in its home position the two buttons to the left, ISO and WB brings you directly to the ISO and White balance settings, where you can scroll up and down, and select the setting you want with the "Enter" button. File format shortcut Holding down the "Menu" button while in Home position colors the word "Menu" in yellow, and at the same time reveals a shortcut with the word "File" in the place where ISO was.
6. Navigating the Menu system When a FireWire cable is inserted and the P+ Back draws the power from FireWire this is shown with an icon in the bottom of the main menu. When Capture One is started on the computer this is indicated with a FireWire Icon in place of the cable icon. When the P+ back is forced to get power from the battery, this is indicated with an additional battery icon. Force battery power is invoked from the “Configuration > Power Source” menu.
7. Play mode "Play mode" can be used to review, zoom and delete images. From the "Main screen", pressing the top left button the P+ back is set to Play mode. In Play mode the top of the screen will show a menu bar. In the right side of the menu bar the current image number and the number of images captured on the media is displayed. In this example it shows number 5 out of 19 images. Pressing the Up and Down buttons on the P+ back (right hand side) it is possible to browse through the images.
7. Play mode View modes Play mode has four view modes, or review modes; Normal image display, Exposure warning overlay, Histogram overlay or File Info overlay. After entering the Play mode, press the "Enter" button to shift to the view mode you want. Exposure warning overlay will knock out the highlight areas as a flashing color, to warn about burned out areas in the image. Histogram overlay will show a transparent Histogram over the image.
7. Play mode The zoom has four amounts, Normal, enlargement 1, enlargement 2 and enlargement 3. When zoomed into enlargement 1, 2 or 3 the insert view in the lower left corner can be used to navigate around in the image. A small rectangle will show the current position and the up and down buttons can be used to scroll up and down. An icon just beside the Play button (top left hand button) will show the direction of scroll as either vertical or horizontal.
7. Play mode Delete Navigate to the delete function by pressing the play button. When in the delete view press the Up and Down buttons to browse through images. Pressing the Enter button brings up an X or a √ (checkmark). Pressing "Enter" again will select √ and delete the image. Pressing the exit button will select X and cancel the deletion.
8. Menu mode Pressing the lower left button sets the P+ back in "Menu mode" Entering Menu mode by pressing the lower left button allows you to set up all the preferences of the P+ back. Menus are navigated by following the Enter, Exit, Up and Down arrows and pressing the corresponding buttons on the P+ back. Whenever you want to exit to the main screen hold down the exit button (upper left button) for more than two seconds, and you will be back at the main screen.
9. MENU MODE Shutter Shutter refers to the shutter of the camera the P+ back resides on. Due to the sleeping architecture of the P+ back, where the CCD is put to sleep to reduce power consumption, the P+ back needs to wake up before shooting. The timing of this wake up signal is referred to as the latency. In general, If the camera is used with medium format cameras with digital interface the setting can be either "Short latency" or "Long latency".
9. MENU MODE FileFormat In "FileFormat" you can select two options "IIQ Raw L" and "IIQ Raw S". "IIQ Raw" is a short term for Intelligent Image Quality Raw. "IIQ Raw L" is set as the default and is the loss less capture format of the P+ back. "IIQ Raw S" is a smaller file, and not totally loss less in the format. The "IIQ Raw L" is approximately half file size of the processed TIFF file. "IIQ Raw S" is approximately one third of the processed TIFF.
9. MENU MODE Or if you regret the choice and just want to go back to the previous setting (the one with the little dot), select the "Exit" button (the red X). White Balance Setting Auto WB will calculate a white balance based on the information in the image. Auto WB is good for most applications. If you are using a specific lightsource you can choose that option here.
9. MENU MODE When one of the options is selected the “Make Custom WB” will be blinking. Now you are ready to capture the image that should be used for white balancing. Place the viewfinder center circle on an area (gray card or neutral white surface) and capture the image. You have now made the custom white balance and it has been set as the current capture white balance. All subsequent captures will now have the new custom white balance applied.
9. MENU MODE This technique is useful because you can bring up to three predefined custom white balances taken in the studio to your location shoot. Please be aware that when shooting tethered to the computer, the white balance must still be set in the Capture One application. White balance cannot be set on the P+ back while tethered. Play Setup The second option in the menu mode is Play Setup. Inside "Play Setup" you can select between "Backlight", "Auto Preview", "Delete options" and "Brightness".
9. MENU MODE Auto Preview The second option in "Play Setup" is "Auto Preview". "Auto Preview" refers to the time the image is remains on the screen after capture. If set to “Off” the preview will not be shown automatically when a capture is taken. (Note - If a button is touched during the auto preview period, the preview will remain on and the time-out will be disabled until next capture). Delete options There are three delete options: “Confirm On”, “Confirm Off” and “Disable”.
9. MENU MODE Brightness In the Brighness setup, you can set the brightnes of the preview LCD screen Default setting is Bright. Only the Brightness of the display is affected. Exposure warning, histogram and final capture is not affected by this setting. Especially with images taken with low-light, a brighter display is helpfull. Configuration "Configuration" is used to setup general settings and perform general tasks on the P+ back.
9. MENU MODE Scrolling past the last menu entry will reveal the next entry. Now the arrow in the top right side will turn into a double arrow, to indicate that there are hidden entries at the top. Storage "Storage" is as default set to "Autodetect". If a card is inserted in the P+ back it will automatically capture to this card. If not, it will try to capture via the IEEE 1394/FireWire port directly to the computer.
9. MENU MODE Power Source Power source only has two options, “Autodetect” or “Battery”. In Autodetect, the P+ back will detect if an IEEE 1394/FireWire connection is supplying power, and automatically shut of the battery power. If Power Source is set to “Battery” the power source is forced to come from the battery, and the digital back will not consume power from the FireWire connection. This is especially usefull to avoid draining the battery in a MacBook or PowerBook.
9. MENU MODE Disk Checking Disk Checking is done per default on every card inserted to the P+ back. If for some reason this check is not wanted the feature can be turned off in this menu. Phase One recomends leaving diskchecking turned on, to maximize data security on the memory cards. Read more about the Phase One Secure Storeage system in Chapter 5 of this manual. Power Save Power Save only has two options “Auto Shutdown” and “Backlight”.
9. MENU MODE Ready beep "Ready beep" is the small beep that sounds from the camera after a capture is taken. The "Ready beep" signals that the capture has been taken, and the P+ back is ready for next capture. "Ready beep" can be either "Single", "Multi" or "Off". Default is "Single" "Multi" is for use in noisy sorroundings, i.e. where it can be difficult to hear if it was the back or the flash that made the ready beep. Restore def.
9. MENU MODE Language The "Language" option in the "Configuration" Menu can be used to select preferred language of the user interface. Expressions in the main menu like: ISO, WB, Play and Menu are not translated. These are ragarded as icons, and also understood widely as expressions used to navigate even on the Japanese, or Chinese interface.
9. MENU MODE About the P+ Back The "About" option in the "Setup Menu" displays technical information about the hardware and embedded software (“Firmware”) in the camera. This is especially useful if support is needed or if you want to check if Phase One is offering a newer firmware for your camera. Firmware might be made available in the download section at www.phaseone.
9. P+ back - Mamiya 645 AFD The functionality of the P+ back is well integrated with the Mamiya 645AFD camera. The P+ back communicates with the Mamiya camera through a fast internal electrical computer interface. In addition adaptors are available for the Mamiya RZ PRO IID. Shutter latency settings The Mamiya 645 AFD can be used with both Long and short latency.
10. P+ back - Mamiya 645 AFD CF-Card slot CF-Card eject button Camera back detach button Display IEEE1394/ FireWire port Shutter sync port Flash Sync port Power button Menu navigation buttons Battery Battery release button To release the battery press the battery release button and slide the battery down and out of the compartment.
10. P+ back - Mamiya 645 AFD Mounting the P+ back on the Mamiya 645AFD The P+ back is fully integrated with the camera body and acts as a part of the whole camera system. When no cassette is attached to the Mamiya 645 AFD camera house the mirror is up and the shutter is open. This is the correct position when no film cassette is attached. When attaching the P+ back to the camera body the shutter will close and the mirror comes down.
10. P+ back - Mamiya 645 AFD Mounting the Viewfinder Mask The image area of the Mamiya 645AFD is approximately 5,6 cm x 4.2 cm. The image area of the P+ back is a little bit smaller (depending on model). A P+ back viewfinder mask for the Mamiya 645AFD is provided. This mask has to be mounted beneath the original focusing screen. The viewfinder mask is positioned in the bracket that holds the focusing screen.
10. P+ back - Mamiya 645 AFD Image orientation The CCD in P+ back is positioned in landscape orientation. Whenever an image is captured in portrait position, by rotating the camera, an internal sensor detects this new position and the image will appear as a correctly oriented image on the LCD display and in the Capture One application. Camera orientation: Images can be captured in all three positions – and will appear with the correct orientation on the LCD or in the Capture One software.
10. P+ back - Mamiya 645 AFD T-mode on the Mamiya 645AFD T-mode is not supported for digital backs on the Mamiya 645 AFD. This is usually not a problem as the Mamiya can use exposure times as long as 16 minutes. Mirror Up When using the Mamiya 645 AFD the mode selector should be placed in M (Manual mode) and the focus type selector should also be in the M position. It is not possible for the camera to measure light or focus when the mirror is up.
10. P+ back - Mamiya 645 AFD Mamiya RZ67 PRO IID The P+ back for Mamiya 645 AFD also supports the Mamiya RZ67 PRO IID via the 645 AFD adaptor plate available from your Phase One dealer (Part# 70994). The mode selector on the trigger button should be turned to the white dot when used with the P+ back. When the P+ back is placed on the body and not in use, the selector should be set to the orange dot, to avoid draining the small battery.
10. P+ back - Mamiya 645 AFD Studio flash sync on the RZ lens shutter When using the P+ back on a Mamiya RZ67 PRO IID, the flash sync should be connected on the Mamiya lens shutter. The flash sync connector on the P+ back is for use with Large format cameras where no digital interface is available. Shutter latency settings The Mamiya RZ PRO IID should be used with Short latency.
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10. P+ back for Hasselblad V The Phase One P+ back can be mounted on a wide range of Hasselblad cameras including Hasselblad 555 ELD, 553 ELX, 501 CM, 503 CW as well as Mamiya RZ67 Pro II and 4” x 5” view cameras via an optional Phase One FlexAdaptor.
11. P+ back for Hasselblad V Mounting the viewfinder mask The image area of the Hasselblad camera body is approximately 6 cm x 6 cm, whereas the image area of the P+ back is a lttle bit smaller. Therefore, it is necessary to use the P+ back viewfinder mask. Remove the protection tape from the mask and mount it beneath the original focusing screen. The viewfinder mask is positioned in the bracket that holds the focusing screen.
11. P+ back for Hasselblad V Mounting the P+ back The P+ back is fully integrated with the camera body and acts as a true part of the whole camera system. It is important to ensure that the bottom part of the P+ back camera back is pressed well into the locking mechanism before the upper locking mechanism is pressed together. 1. 2. 62 P+ Series reference manual Place the Bottom of the P+ back in the locking mechanism. Press the metal button in the top with your thumb and tip the upper end in place.
11. P+ back for Hasselblad V Mounting the P+ back vertically The P+ back can be rotated to the left and mounted vertically on the Hasselblad body for use in portrait mode. In this case the lock button on what is now the top should be slided to the left before tipping the P+ back in place on the body. Images will be rotated automatically on both the LCDscreen and in the Capture One application.
11. P+ back for Hasselblad V Camera body specifics Regardless of which Hasselblad V type camera used, a sync cable is always connected from the lens to the small connector in the front plate on either the left or right side of the P+ back. The flash cable is then connected to the F-connector on the camera back. Sync cable connects to one of the two small connectors in the front plate.
11. P+ back for Hasselblad V Hasselblad 555 ELD When using the Phase One P+ back with a Hasselblad 555 ELD, the shutter release on the front of the Hasselblad must be in the “DIG” position. If, of any reason, you have to use the shutter release in “Film” position (hardware defect on the DIG button, etc.) You must make sure that the Shutter latency is set to ”Short latency” in the P+ back or in the Capture One application.
11. P+ back for Hasselblad V Hasselblad 553 ELX When using the P+ back on some Hasselblad motorized bodies (i.e. Hasselblad ELX or Hasselblad ELM series), a motor cable is supplied to enable capture from the computer. The cable is connected between the multi-connector on the P+ back and the DIN connector on the Hasselblad. Avoid using A or AS mode. Please also note that the Phase One P+ back should not be mounted while the camera is set to mirror up (S or RS modes).
11. P+ back for Hasselblad V Hasselblad 501 CM and 503 CW without winder The Phase One P+ back also supports mechanical Hasselblad cameras such as the 501 CM and 503 CW. These cameras are operated in single shot mode via the shutter release button or a standard cable release. Please note that the Phase One P+ back should not be mounted while the camera is set to mirror up.
11. P+ back for Hasselblad V Hasselblad 503 CW with Winder CW Please note that the Phase One P+ back should not be mounted while the camera is set to mirror up. Also make sure that the lens is not jammed or locked open on the “B” setting when connecting the flash sync cable to the Phase One P+ back.
11. P+ back for Hasselblad V Mamiya RZ67 Pro II adaptor Phase One offers an optional P+ back adaptor plate with Hasselblad mount that enables mounting and close integration with the Mamiya RZ67 Pro II camera. (The new Mamiya RZ67 Pro II D can be used with the P+ back for Mamiya 645 AFD, Please se the Mamiya AFD section of this manual) The camera must be set to multiple exposures when using this adaptor.
11. P+ back for Hasselblad V Mirror up operation is only recommended if using Mamiya’s own double cable release. The adaptor plate connects to the Mamiya body, and the switch underneath is set to the L position (locked). If you are using the Mamiya RZ Pro II adaptor you should set the Shutter latency to ”Short latency” It is possible to use Long latency on this camera, but only when shooting tethered from the Capture One Application using the capture button.
11. P+ back for Hasselblad V Cables shipping with P+ back for Hasselblad V (Value Added purchase only) The P+ backs for Hasselblad V is shipping with the following cables (Value Added purchase only): Part# 50300145 Motor cable for Hasselblad ELX. (Used for host capture when the P+ back is used on an Hasselblad ELX body).
11. H 101 - P+ back The Phase One H 101 - P+ back is a single shot digital camera back designed spcifically for the innovative Hasselblad H1 camera. The Hasselblad H1 utilises a hybrid TTL phasedifference-detection type auto-focus system. Furthermore the Hasselblad H1 provides auto exposure settings. The Hasselblad H1 with a Phase One H 101 - P+ back encourages all kinds of photographic uses from portraiture and wide-angle photography to high speed shooting to capturing fast action with telephoto lenses.
12. H 101- P+ back Camera LCD display The Hasselblad H1 incorporates a display which displays information of the actual condition of the camera. It shows flash method, lens use, trigger setting, f-stop value, exposure time etc. The Hasselblad H 1 will also display some camera back specific conditions in this display. Camera back ISO setting is displayed. ISO 50, 100, 200 or 400, 800 can be set on the camera back or in the Capture One Application if shooting tethered.
12. H 101 - P+ back Viewfinder information The icon on the second position from the right shows the actual captures left on the storage media, an ”E” indicates that storage media is full, and you will need to free some space or replace it before continuing. For a general description of the viewfinder information please consult the Hasselblad H1 User Manual. Auto exposure The Hasselblad H1 can work in different auto exposure modes.
12. H 101 - P+ back Image orientation detection The H 101 - P+ back CCD is positioned in landscape orientation. Whenever an image is captured in portrait position by rotating the camera, an internal sensor detects this new position and the image will appear correctly oriented on the LCD and in the Capture One application. Camera orientation: Images can be captured in all three positions - and will appear with the correct orientation on the LCD and in the Capture One software.
12. H 101 - P+ back Mounting the viewfinder mask The image area of the Hasselblad H1 is approximately 60 x 45 mm. The image area of the H 101 - P+ back is a bit smaller (depending on model). A H 101 - P+ back viewfinder mask is provided. This mask has to be mounted underneath the original focusing screen. The viewfinder mask is positioned in the bracket that holds the focusing screen. To get to the viewfinder mask press the small black button placed in the left corner of the viewfinder top.
12. H 101 - P+ back Mounting the H 101 - P+ back on the Hasselblad H 1 The H 101 - P+ back integrates fully with the H1 camera house and acts as a part of the whole camera system. When no cassette is attached to the Hasselblad camera house, the mirror is up and the shutter is open. This is the correct position, when no film cassette is attached. When attaching the H 101 - P+ back to the camera house, the shutter will close and the mirror comes down.
12. H 101 - P+ back Use of cables No cables are required between the H 101 - P+ back and the Hasselblad H1 . Flash sync cable must be connected to the Hasselblad H1 camera house. The flash sync cable must NOT be connected to the camera back when used on a Hasselblad H 1. The flash sync connector on the Camera back is only intended for use with a Phase One FlexAdaptor, or other large format adaptors.
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12. P+ back for CONTAX 645 The CONTAX 645 utilizes a TTL phase difference detection type auto focus system. Furthermore the CONTAX 645 provides auto exposure settings. The CONTAX 645 with a P+ back encourages all kinds of photographic uses from portraiture and wide-angle photography to high speed shooting to capture fast action with telephoto lenses. The functionality of the P+ back is well integrated with the CONTAX 645 camera.
13. P+ back for CONTAX 645 Double exposure protection With the P+ back for Contax it is not possible to accidently double expose the image by capturing one image quickly after another e.g. when using continuos capture mode. The P+ back communication with the CONTAX 645 is disabling capture functionality in the camera when necessary. Image orientation detection The CCD in P+ back is positioned in landscape orientation.
13. P+ back for CONTAX 645 • It is only possible to remount the filter without dust in between the filter and the CCD if you have access to special clean room facilities. • The Phase One Product Warranty is terminated. Mounting the focusing screen The image area of the CONTAX 645 is 41.5mm x 56mm. The image area of the P+ back is slightly smaller (depending on model). A Phase One P+ back viewfinder mask is provided. This viewfinder mask has to be mounted underneath the CONTAX focusing screen.
13. P+ back for CONTAX 645 Mounting the P+ back to the CONTAX 645 The P+ back for Contax is fully integrated with the camera house and acts as a true part of the whole camera system. When attaching the P+ back to the camera house it is important to ensure that the bottom part of the P+ back is pressed well into the locking mechanism before the upper locking mechanism is pressed together.
13. P+ back for CONTAX 645 Use of flash sync cable No cables are required between the P+ back and the CONTAX 645. Flash sync cable must be connected to the CONTAX 645 camera house. The flash sync cable must NOT be connected to the P+ back. This connecter is only to be used when operated on a Large format camera with the Phase One FlexAdaptor.
13. P+ back for CONTAX 645 Operating the camera from the host computer The supplied release cable must be connected between the multiple pin connector on the P+ back and the mini-jack connector placed at the bottom of the handgrip on the CONTAX camera house. Bulb capture is not supported on Contax.
13. P+ back for CONTAX 645 TTL flash Because the CCD element reflects light different than film, and this cannot be communicated to the Contax.Using TTL flash with the CONTAX 645 camera and the P+ back, will result in a 2 f-stop overexposure. When using TTL flash, the exposure compensation on the flash unit must therefore be set to –2 f stops.
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13. Large format photography The Phase One P+ back can be used on most large format cameras via the optional Phase One FlexAdaptor and the enclosed lens sync cable (value added package only). The P+ back supports most mechanical shutters and the Horseman ISS electronic shutter. To ensure optimal image quality, Phase One strongly recommends shutters that can be fired twice within four seconds. The first release of the shutter activates the CCD, the second release takes the picture.
14. Large format photography The Phase One FlexAdaptor Shutter latency settings On a Phase One FlexAdaptor the P+ back can be used with both Long and short latency. Default your P+ back is set to Short latency, which means that the P+ back will respond fast on triggering on the cost of battery time. This setting can be used with the Kapture Group Two shoot adaptor.
14. Lens Cast What is Lens Cast? Lens cast may occur if using the camera back with wide- angle lenses e.g. Horseman Digiflex II, Hasselblad Flexbody or Hasselblad 905SWC or on other large format cameras with different tilt or swing settings. On a medium format camera lens cast is very rare if using fixed lenses from 60 mm to 120 mm. Why does it occur? Lens cast occurs as a result of the angle at which the CCD is exposed to light. If the CCD is exposed to light coming from a very sharp angle e.g.
15. Lens Cast plate in front of the lens and capturing a calibration image that you then apply to all of your capture files you are able to remove the lens cast. On medium format cameras the calibration is very simple: You do one calibration for each lens and then save the calibration files and apply them when needed by clicking “Set as default for new Captures”. 4 Simple steps to calibrate (Mac) 1. 2. 3. 4. Hold the calibration plate in front of the fixed lens (as close as possible), and capture.
15. Lens Cast Large format and stitched images (Mac) When using LCC in combination with large format capture and image stitching you must capture one calibration file per image and make sure that you match the calibration file to the right image prior to stitching. 1. Start by capturing the two calibration files and the two image files. 2. Save the right-side calibration file by clicking the “Save LCC” 3. Name the calibration file i.e.CarsRight. 4. Save the left-side calibration file the same way. 5.
15. Lens Cast PLEASE NOTE: As soon as grey calibration is done and the calibration files are saved and appear in the Lens CC dropdown box the calibration files can be deleted from the thumbnail window.
15. Lens Cast 4 Simple steps to calibrate (Win) 1. Hold the calibration plate in front of the fixed lens (as close as possible), and capture. In order to ensure correct exposure you may have to open up a few f-stops or in a very dark setup, put on more light directly onto the plate. 2. In the Capture One software you select the ‘calibration’ image and click on the “Generate…” button (the LCC tool is located under the white balance tab). 3.
15. Lens Cast Large format and stitched images (Win): 1. Start by capturing the two calibration files and the two image files. 2. Save the left-side calibration file by clicking the “Generate…” button 3. Name the calibration file i.e.CarsLeft. 4. Save the right-side calibration file the same way. 5. Select the right-side image and apply the right- side calibration file. Select the left-side image and apply the left-side calibration file. 6.
15. Maintenance Cleaning the CCD When the Phase One P+ back is not attached to a camera, the camera back must be protected with the protection plate. However, over time dust may accumulate on the IR filter. This will degrade the image quality if not removed. Please follow the directions included in the CCD cleaning kit in the P+ back suitcase.
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16. Secure storage system Secure Storage system “3S” (How does it work?) • When a card is inserted into the P–back, a complete disk check for a valid file structure is performed. • For normal CF-cards of 1, 2 or 4 GB you will not even notice the extra time it takes.
19. Secure storage system It is not recommended to turn off disk checking, but it is possible by selecting the “Disk Checking” available in the “Menu” under “Storage”. Whenever Disk Checking is turned off the capture counter turns red to indicate that the disk has not been checked. Disk checking on Disk checking off Disk Check summary With the 3S technology we have created a new and safe storage system in the P – back that is much more rugged than anything else seen in the industry.
P 25+ P 21+ 16 4080 x 4080 pixels 4904 x 3678 pixels 6496 x 4872 pixels 5436 x 4080 pixels 7216 x 5412 pixels P+ Series reference manual 251 MB 408 MB ISO: Lithium lon (Standard video camera battery) 1.25 13 MB 20 MB 0.8 100, 200, 400, 800 Battery type: 1.5 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600 Phase One 3S technology – Secure Storage System 1.
Yes Exposure time: Live preview: 3000 captures / 4 hours Passive cooling and sleeping architecture Ready to shoot in less than 2 sec. 8-33 V DC (from Firewire) Cooling system: Power up time: Power: Hasselblad 555ELD, 553ELX, 503CW and 501CM. Mamiya RB67 and RZ67 Pro II.
