Page 1 DCS 700 Series Digital Cameras User’s Guide for the DCS 700 Series Digital Cameras...
Page 3 © Eastman Kodak Company and Nikon Corp., 2001 All rights reserved Kodak and Kodak Professional are trademarks of Eastman Kodak Company Adobe, Photoshop, and Acrobat are trademarks of Adobe Systems Inc.
Page 4: Warranty Repair Coverage
If this equipment does not function properly during the warranty period due to defects in material or workmanship, Kodak will, at its option, either repair or replace the equipment without charge, subject to the conditions and limitations stated herein. Such repair service will include all labor as well as any necessary adjustments and/or replacement parts.
Page 5 Kodak representative for return authorization and instructions. Should you need to return equipment to Kodak, Kodak is not responsible for the loss or damage of equipment while in transport to a Kodak authorized service center. You may, at your option, choose to insure equipment for loss or damage with the carrier of your choice.
Page 6: Outside The United States
In Canada, call 1-800-GO-KODAK (1-800-465-6325). In other countries, call your nearest Kodak representative. If service is required, your Kodak representative will instruct you to return the unit to the nearest service center for repair and will issue a return authorization number.
Page 7: Product Support Options
United States: Outside United States: Your camera must be registered with Kodak to qualify for no-charge support. You will be asked to provide the serial number of your camera, and proof of purchase also may be requested to verify the current status of your warranty. Cameras found to be out of warranty will require a credit card payment for each call incident.
Page 8 Service maintenance agreements, which cover the repair and support of the DCS 700 Series Camera and software, are available. In North America, please contact the...
Page 10: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Important Information ...1-1 System Requirements for your Computer... 1-2 Macintosh ... 1-2 Windows ... 1-2 Electromagnetic Emissions ... 1-7 VCCI Statement ... 1-7 About Your Camera ...2-1 Nomenclature ... 2-3 Camera Front ... 2-3 Camera Back ... 2-4 Camera Top ...
Page 11 OK Button ... 2-14 Cancel Button ... 2-14 Tag/Record Button ... 2-14 Quick Guide for Using the Image LCD and Digital Buttons ... 2-15 Command Dials ... 2-16 Main-Command Dial ... 2-16 Sub-Command Dial ... 2-18 Drive Mode/Self-timer Selector... 2-19 Lens...
Page 12 Camera Straps ... 2-33 Attaching the Neck Strap ... 2-33 Attaching the Hand Strap ... 2-34 Software Overview ... 2-35 Name Plate ... 2-35 Powering Your Camera ...3-1 Turning the Camera On and Off ... 3-1 Batteries ... 3-2 Disposing of Batteries ... 3-3 Inserting/Removing Batteries ...
Page 13 Display Off Time ... 4-3 Total Actuations ... 4-4 Use Folder 1 ... 4-4 Video Format ... 4-5 Custom Settings ... 4-5 Using a PC Card ... 5-1 PC Cards ... 5-1 Dual Slots for PC Cards ... 5-2 Inserting/Removing PC Cards ... 5-3 Formatting a PC Card ...
Page 14 Focus Mode... 7-6 Autofocus ... 7-6 Manual Focus ... 7-10 Special Focusing Situations in AF ... 7-13 IR Filter or Anti-aliasing Filter: Effect on Focus... 7-15 Sharpening ... 7-16 Capturing Images ...8-1 Preparing to Capture an Image ... 8-1 Basic Shooting ... 8-3 Two-Button Reset ...
Page 15 Waking the SB-28D or SB-28DX Speedlights from Standby mode. 9-4 Setting Up Your Camera for Flash Photography... 9-5 Setting Up the SB-28D or SB-28DX Speedlight... 9-7 Test Firing... 9-9 Using the SB-28D Speedlight... 9-10 Auto Flash Distance Range... 9-11 Flash Sync Mode ... 9-13 Slow Sync ...
Page 16 Display Contrast... 10-10 Overexposure Indicator... 10-10 Tagging Images... 10-11 Associating Sound Files With Images ... 10-12 Recovering Deleted Images ... 10-14 Advanced Operation ...11-1 Capturing Images in Each Exposure Mode ... 11-1 Shutter-Priority Auto Exposure Mode ... 11-1 Aperture-Priority Auto Exposure Mode ... 11-4 Manual Exposure Mode ...
Page 17 Advantages to using an IEEE 1394 Connection ... 12-1 Advantages to using a Card Reader ... 12-1 Connecting Your Camera to the Computer ... 12-2 Quitting—Disconnecting from the Computer ... 12-4 Using the Card Reader ... 12-4 Transmitting Data ... 13-1 Connecting a Device to the Serial Port ...
Page 18 Updating From the PC Card ... 14-11 Appendix A - Specifications ...A-1 Appendix B - Troubleshooting ... B-1 Other symptoms, causes and remedies ... B-3 Appendix C - Lens and Viewfinder Compatibility ... C-1 Compatible Lenses... C-1 Manual Single Focal Length Lenses ... C-1 Manual Zoom Lenses ...
Page 20: Important Information
Important HERE Information Thank you for purchasing your new KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS 700 Series Digital Camera (DCS 700 Series camera). This portable camera system, which combines technologies of Eastman Kodak Company and NIKON Corporation, allows you to take and store high-resolution, high-quality digital images. Before you start using the camera, you should follow the instructions listed below.
Page 21: System Requirements For Your Computer
System Requirements for your Computer The following sections list the required and optional computer hardware and software needed to run the KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Host Software. Macintosh 100 MHz Power PC processor with on-board IEEE 1394 port and/or available PCI...
Page 22 Do not plug other adapters into the camera. The AC adapter is for indoor use only. Do not use the supplied AC adapter for any purpose other than for the DCS 700 Series Camera. The Battery/PC Card door should always be closed when you are using the camera.
Page 23: Important Safeguards And Precautions
Do not use the AC adapter near water—for example, near a sink, or in a wet room or basement. Disposal— This digital camera contains lead and mercury. Disposal of lead and mercury may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronics Industry Alliance: www.eiae.org.
Page 24 Object or Liquid Entry—Never push foreign objects of any kind into your camera openings. The objects could touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts and cause a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on your camera.
Page 25 Humidity, Condensation—We recommend operating your camera within the range of 8% to 85% relative humidity, non-condensing. If condensation occurs, added time may be required to read from or write to a PC Card. Condensation may be present if the camera system and/or PC Cards are moved from a relatively cold environment (like an air-conditioned hotel room) into a warm, humid environment.
Page 26: Electromagnetic Emissions
Electromagnetic Emissions This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant 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 energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Page 28: About Your Camera
HERE Your KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS 700 Series Digital Camera (DCS 700 Series camera) is an integration of NIKON and Kodak technologies. It provides a rich set of features that allow you to capture images of the highest quality. The camera has been designed and built to meet the needs of demanding professionals, for portrait, fashion, commercial, and advanced military applications.
Page 29 Self-diagnostic double-bladed shutter tested to over 100,000 cycles Video output You can attach the DCS 700 Series camera to one of several computers, then move images from the camera to the computer using the KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Camera Manager software included on the DCS Host Software CD. You can then use the KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Photo Desk softeare (also included on the DCS Host Software CD) to open, edit, process and save the images.
Page 30: Nomenclature
Nomenclature Camera Front AF Area Mode button Exposure Mode (MODE) button Camera strap eyelet Exposure Compensation button Shutter Release button Sub-Command dial Depth-of-field Preview button Mirror Lockup lever Vertical Shutter release Viewfinder Drive Mode/Self-timer selector Sync terminal Camera strap eyelet Self-timer LED Lens Release button IR filter...
Page 31: Camera Back
Camera Back Eyepiece Shutter lever Finder Release button Alert LED Image LCD OK button CANCEL Cancel button MENU Menu button TAG/ RECORD Tag/Record button Back Status LCD button Auto Exposure/Flash Exposure Bracketing button Shutter Speed/Aperture/ Focus Area Lock button Viewfinder eyepiece Auto Exposure/ Autofocus Lock button AF Start (AF-ON) button...
Page 32: Camera Top
Camera Top Metering System selector lock release Metering System selector Drive Mode selector lock release Drive Mode/Self Timer selector Accessory Shoe Camera Bottom AF Area Mode button Power/LCD Panel Illumination switch Shutter Release button Power Switch lock release Exposure Compensation button Exposure Mode (MODE) button...
Page 33: Camera Sides
Camera Sides IEEE 1394 cable port (cover not shown) AC Adapter connection (cover not shown) Battery/PC Card door Battery/PC Card door latch Vertical shutter release lock Vertical Shutter release Camera strap eyelet...
Page 34: Open Battery/Pc Card Door
Open Battery/PC Card Door Battery Serial port S E R IA L Card Busy LED V ID Video Out port CARD1 CARD2 Eject button (CARD1) Eject button (CARD2)
Page 35: Viewfinder
Viewfinder 1. Focus area indicators 2. Exposure level (for waist-level finder DW- 30 or 6x high-magnification finder DW-3i in manual exposure) 3. Reference circle for Center-weighted metering 4. Focus brackets/Spot metering 5. Green Ready light 6. Focus indicators: • indicates a subject is in focus;...
Page 36: Lcd Panels
LCD Panels CANCEL MENU SLOW REAR CUSTOM TAG/ AUTO RECORD Top Status LCD Shutter speed lock Shutter speed Auto Exposure/Flash Exposure bracketing Exposure mode Flexible program Exposure compensation Exposure compensation value Top Status LCD Image LCD Back Status LCD Aperture lock LOCK LOCK Aperture...
Page 37: Back Status Lcd
Back Status LCD ISO/Bracketing information/ Custom Setting ISO Setting mode Bracketing bar graphs Auto Exposure/Flash Exposure Bracketing AUTO White Balance Frame number Frames remaining on PC Card 2-10 Flash sync mode Personal computer connection SLOW REAR Custom setting CUSTOM Card present Microphone Battery level...
Page 38: Image Lcd
Image LCD There is a 2-inch diagonal Image LCD on the rear of the camera where you can view images and change settings. How the Image LCD Works You can view images on the Image LCD in a variety of Display modes. You can also access a variety of options from the Menu bar and from menus which are accessible through the Menu bar.
Page 39 Menu Bar The Menu bar is available on the Image LCD in any Display mode except Zoom mode when the Region of Interest box is disabled (page 10-3). The Menu bar contains icons which access various digital functions. Folder icon Menu icon White Balance icon Video icon (appears if Video is enabled through Main menu)
Page 40 Making a Menu Selection Navigate the Menu bar (page 2-12) until the Folder or Menu icon is highlighted. A dropdown menu appears, listing the available options. Press the top or bottom of the Four-way switch to highlight an option. Press the OK button to activate the option. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for any additional menus.
Page 41: Digital Buttons
Digital Buttons The Four-way switch and digital buttons activate the digital functions. Four-way Switch Menu Button OK Button Cancel Button Tag/Record Button 2-14 Press the left or right side to: Navigate through images Navigate the Menu bar Move the Region of Interest box (Zoom mode) Press the top or bottom to: Change the Display mode Navigate a dropdown menu...
Page 42: Quick Guide For Using The Image Lcd And Digital Buttons
Quick Guide for Using the Image LCD and Digital Buttons The digital buttons take on different functions, depending on the current state of the Image LCD. Turn the Image LCD on: Select a highlighted menu option: Enable the Region of Interest box (Zoom mode): Implement a zoom (Zoom mode): Delete an image (Delete mode):...
Page 43: Command Dials
Command Dials Your camera’s Main-Command dial and Sub-Command dial can be used alone or in combination with other buttons to select various functions or modes. Main-Command Dial Use the Main-Command dial by itself or with various buttons to perform the following functions: Rotating the Main-Command Dial by Itself AE-L...
Page 44 Rotating the Main-Command Dial While Pressing Buttons Select Exposure mode. Refer to “Exposure Mode” on page 6-13. Perform Exposure Compensation. Refer to “Exposure Compensation” on page 11-19. Select AF area mode. Refer to “Selecting AF Area Mode” on page 7-4. Select ISO.
Page 45: Sub-Command Dial
Sub-Command Dial Use the Sub-Command dial by itself or with various buttons to perform the following functions: Rotating the Sub-Command Dial by itself Rotating the Sub-Command Dial While Pressing Buttons MENU TAG/ RECORD 2-18 Select the aperture in Aperture- Priority Auto or Manual Exposure mode.
Page 46: Drive Mode/Self-Timer Selector
Drive Mode/Self-timer Selector This dual-purpose control allows you to select a Drive mode or set the Self-timer. When you select a Drive mode, you specify whether one or more images will be captured when you depress the Shutter Release button. To set a Drive mode: Press the Drive mode selector lock release and rotate the Drive mode/...
Page 47: Lens
Lens Refer to Appendix C for a list of lenses that are compatible with your camera. CAUTION: Only use lenses that are listed in Appendix C. Other lenses can potentially break your camera’s IR filter. Mounting the Lens 2-20 Remove the camera body cap and the front and rear lens caps.
Page 48: Setting The Lens To The Minimum Aperture
Setting the Lens to the Minimum Aperture For Programmed Auto or Shutter-Priority Auto mode, use the minimum aperture lock lever to lock the lens aperture at f/16. Set the lens to its minimum aperture (f/16). Slide the lock lever in the direction of the aperture ring so that the white dot on the tab aligns with the orange dot.
Page 49: Removing The Lens
Removing the Lens 2-22 Press and hold the Lens Release button and turn the lens clockwise. If you do not plan to mount a lens for a while, attach the supplied BF-1A body cap. (The BF-1 body cap cannot be used on your camera.)
Page 50: Imager
Imager The imager records light when you capture an image. Camera DCS 760 6 million pixels DCS 720x 2 million pixels IR Filter Your camera contains an IR filter which maintains proper focus, filters out infrared light, and helps protect the imager’s coverglass. You can replace the IR filter with an anti-aliasing filter (available as an accessory).
Page 51: Viewfinder Diopter
Viewfinder Diopter You can compensate for nearsightedness or farsightedness and see more clearly through the viewfinder by adjusting the finder diopter within a continuous range from –3 to +1. 2-24 Pull the Diopter Adjustment knob and rotate it in either direction until the focused image in the viewfinder’s reference circle appears sharp.
Page 52: Illumination Switch
Illumination Switch You can illuminate the Top and Back Status LCD panels for easy viewing at night or in low-light situations. Rotate the LCD Panel Illumination switch toward the to illuminate the Top and Back Status LCD panels. The LCD panel illumination switch automatically returns to the on position, and the LCD panels remain illuminated as long as the...
Page 53: Mirror Lockup Lever
Mirror Lockup Lever When using super-telephoto lenses or performing photomicrography, it is necessary to reduce camera vibration to the absolute minimum. CAUTION: Do not leave the camera in direct sunlight when the reflex mirror is locked in the up position. The sunlight may damage the shutter curtain. 2-26 Lock the reflex viewing mirror in the up position by rotating the...
Page 54: Depth-Of-Field Preview Button
Depth-of-Field Preview Button The depth of field is the zone of acceptable focus in front of and behind the subject. You can preview this zone using the Depth-of-Field Preview button. The Depth-of-Field Preview button will not work properly if there is no PC Card inserted. In Aperture-Priority Auto or Manual Exposure mode, press the Depth-of-Field Preview button to...
Page 55: Accessory Shoe
Accessory Shoe Sync Terminal 2-28 Located at the top of the Multi- Meter Finder, the ISO-type hot shoe allows direct mounting of a wide range of NIKON-dedicated electronic Speedlights. Refer to “Attaching the SB-28D or SB- 28DX Speedlight” on page 9-3. CAUTION: Do not use speedlights from other manufacturers since...
Page 56: Self-Diagnostic Shutter System
Self-Diagnostic Shutter System Your camera is equipped with a self- diagnostic shutter that automatically controls the shutter speed for each release of the shutter. The self-diagnostic shutter automatically detects inaccuracies in performance and readjusts the shutter speed accuracy for subsequent image capture. If a malfunction occurs or the shutter curtain fails to operate, the alert LED blinks and...
Page 57: Changing Viewfinders
Changing Viewfinders A DP-30 viewfinder is included with the DCS 760 Camera. A modified DP-30 viewfinder is included with the DCS 720x Camera. See Appendix C for a list of compatible viewfinders. Using other viewfinders with your camera can decrease the “active area” of the viewfinder.
Page 58: Attaching The Finder
Attaching the Finder Slide the finder in until it clicks in place. Be sure that the Finder Release button has returned to its original position. IMPORTANT: Be sure the viewfinder is attached when you are capturing images. If the shutter is released without a viewfinder attached, stray light may enter through the focusing screen.
Page 59: Changing Focusing Screens
Changing Focusing Screens 2-32 Turn the camera off and remove the finder. Refer to “Removing the Finder” on page 2-30. Insert your fingernail under the rear edge of the focusing screen and lift the screen out. To install a focusing screen, insert the front edge under the central ridge, then push the rear edge down into place.
Page 60: Camera Straps
Camera Straps A neck strap and a hand strap are included with your camera. You can attach either or both. Attaching the Neck Strap Thread the ends of the neck strap through the strap fixtures. Pull firmly on the strap to make sure it is held securely by the buckles.
Page 61: Attaching The Hand Strap
Attaching the Hand Strap 2-34 Thread the strap through both loops in the hand strap pad. Place the three-holed buckle on the strap and thread through the camera’s top strap fixture. Thread the other end of the strap through the camera’s bottom strap fixture.
Page 62: Software Overview
KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Camera Manager: Allows automatic transfer of captured images from DCS 700 Series Camera memory to your computer when the camera is connected using the IEEE 1394 interface. You can also view and change camera properties on the connected camera, and copy or move images to the computer from a folder on a PC Card in the camera.
Page 64: Powering Your Camera
You can charge your camera batteries using the included battery charger and international power cord set. These items are included with your camera and are available from Kodak as accessories. The power cords allow you to use the AC adapter and the battery charger in Australia, Great Britain, Germany, Japan, and the United States.
Page 65: Batteries
Batteries Your camera can use either Ni-MH (nickel metal hydride) or Ni-Cd batteries. Extended camera metering, autofocus, or extensive LCD panel operation reduces the number of images available from a full battery charge. With a fully charged battery, your camera can provide up to the following number of images: Battery Ni-MH...
Page 66: Disposing Of Batteries
Disposing of Batteries Dispose of discharged batteries in accordance with all applicable local and national regulations. Utilize established retailer, manufacturer or community battery recycling programs where they are available. Check the battery for any recycling information. Consult battery or equipment manufacturers for additional assistance.
Page 67: Inserting/Removing Batteries
Inserting/Removing Batteries You must charge a battery before using it for the first time. SLOW REAR CUSTOM AUTO Check the Card Present icon on the Back Status LCD panel to be sure that it is not blinking. IMPORTANT: If the Card Present icon or the Card Busy LED inside the Battery/PC Card door are blinking, wait until the blinking...
Page 68 Lift the latch assembly on the Battery/PC Card door and turn it counterclockwise to open the door. IMPORTANT: Be sure that the Card Busy LED S E R IA L is not blinking before you V ID continue.
Page 69 The white arrow opposite the connector should be pointing upwards as the battery is inserted. Some (not all) cameras have a white arrow pointing downwards (towards the camera bottom) just above the battery compartment. If your battery and your camera both have the arrows, then the arrows should S E R I A L...
Page 70: Checking Battery Status
Checking Battery Status You can determine whether a battery needs charging by viewing the Battery icon on your camera’s Back Status LCD panel. (If the camera is using an AC adapter, the Battery icon is not displayed.) SLOW REAR CUSTOM AUTO Full Insufficient...
Page 71: Battery Charger
Battery Charger You need to charge a battery before using it for the first time and whenever it is low. If you plan to use your camera without the AC adapter for an extended period of time, it is a good idea to charge one or more batteries before you begin.
Page 72: Charging Batteries
Charging Batteries Remove the battery from the camera (page 3-4). Plug the cable from the AC adapter for charger into the battery charger jack. Select the international power cord that is appropriate for your area. Insert the appropriate end of the international power cord into the receptacle on the rear of the AC adapter for charger.
Page 73 SLOW REAR CUSTOM AUTO If your battery charger does not function as expected, check the following: The wall adapter is properly connected. There are no foreign objects lodged in the pockets. The batteries are inserted so that they properly mate with the connector in the bottom of the pocket.
Page 74: Conditioning (Discharging Batteries)
Conditioning (Discharging Batteries) You may occasionally need to condition a battery. You would only do so if a battery provides a noticeably shorter run time (less than 50% of normal capacity). IMPORTANT: Do not condition your batteries too often or they will wear out prematurely. You can condition a battery in one slot while charging a battery in the other.
Page 75: Battery Conservation
Battery Conservation Your camera has several built-in functions that minimize drain on your battery. PowerSave Mode If your camera is powered by an AC adapter or is connected to a computer with IEEE 1394 cable, it will not enter PowerSave mode. If you don’t use your camera for 30 minutes, it will enter PowerSave mode (go to sleep).
Page 76: Image Lcd Panel Timeout
Image LCD Panel Timeout The Image LCD panel turns off if you have not used the camera for 60 seconds. You can change the setting for Image LCD timeout. CANCEL MENU Meter Timeout Your camera’s meter remains on for 8 seconds after you lightly press the Shutter Release button.
Page 77: Ac Adapter For Camera
A line voltage outside of this range can destroy the AC adapter and/or the camera. Tips Use only the KODAK AC adapter; do not plug other chargers or adapters into the camera. The AC adapter is for indoor use only.
Page 78: Connecting The Ac Adapter For Camera
Connecting the AC Adapter for Camera Open the connector cover at the side of the camera. Plug the AC adapter for camera into the AC Adapter connection. Select the international power cord that is appropriate for your area. 3-15...
Page 79 Plug the appropriate end of the power cord into the AC adapter for camera. Plug the power cord into a wall outlet. You can connect or disconnect the AC adapter while a battery is in the camera. The AC adapter for camera will charge a battery in the camera.
Page 80: Configuring Your Camera
Configuring Your HERE Camera This section describes how to change various settings on KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS 700 Series Digital Cameras. Date and Time You can set the date and time on your camera. The date and time is associated with each image captured.
Page 81: Camera Properties
Camera Properties You can change the following camera properties to meet your needs: Delay before Battery Save mode activation Delay before the Image LCD display turns off Default folder for image capture Video format You can also view the total number of camera actuations. The list of properties may change as new versions of firmware become available.
Page 82: Battery Save Onset
Battery Save Onset When your camera is powered by battery, it enters Battery Save state if you do not touch any controls for the Battery Save Onset time. You can change the onset time from 01:00:00 to 23:59:59 (HH:MM:SS). The default onset time is 60 minutes. Display the Properties menu.
Page 83: Total Actuations
Total Actuations You can determine the number of images captured by your camera from the time of its manufacture. Use Folder 1 You can specify whether the default place to store images is an empty folder or folder 1 when you insert a new PC Card. Choose Total Actuations from the Properties menu.
Page 84: Video Format
Video Format You can specify the format standard used when you view images on an external monitor: NTSC - North America (default) PAL - Europe and Asia Choose Video Format from the Properties menu. Choose NTSC or PAL from the Video Format screen. Press the OK button.
Page 86: Using A Pc Card
PC Cards Your KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS 700 Series Digital Camera accepts Type I, Type II, or Type III PC Cards which are compatible with the PCMCIA-ATA interface standard. Most hard disk drive and flash memory cards may be used. Hard disk drive cards will hold more images and are usually faster than flash memory cards, but flash memory cards are more rugged.
Page 87: Dual Slots For Pc Cards
Dual Slots for PC Cards Your camera has two PC Card slots. With Type II PC Cards, you can use one or both slots. With Type III PC Cards, only one slot can be used. The card in the slot closest to the camera back is referred to as CARD1, and the card in the slot closest to the camera front is referred to as CARD2.
Page 88: Inserting/Removing Pc Cards
Inserting/Removing PC Cards It is not necessary to turn off the camera before inserting or removing a PC Card. SLOW REAR CUSTOM AUTO Check the Card Present icon on the Back Status LCD panel. It blinks when a card is busy. IMPORTANT: If the Card Present icon is blinking, wait until it stops...
Page 89 IMPORTANT: Be sure that the Card Busy LED S E R I A L is not blinking before V I D continuing. To insert a PC Card: slide it all of the way into the card slot and press firmly. A label inside the door indicates the proper position for the card.
Page 90 SLOW REAR CUSTOM AUTO To remove a PC Card, press the Eject button and pull the card out. Close the Battery/PC Card door. The Card Present icon is displayed on the Back Status LCD when there is a PC Card in the camera.
Page 91: Formatting A Pc Card
Formatting a PC Card To prevent formatting the wrong PC Card, there can only be one card in the camera when you format a card. Format the card using either the quick format or the full format feature. IMPORTANT: Quick format, while faster, is not recommended if there is a possibility that there are defects on the PC Card.
Page 92 A confirmation screen appears. Select Yes or No. If you choose No, the Main menu appears and the card is not formatted. If you choose Yes, the card is formatted. A Progress screen appears. If you chose Full Format and wait for the progress bar to go to completion, a full format occurs.
Page 93: Selecting A Pc Card Or Folder
Selecting a PC Card or Folder Images are stored in folders on a PC Card. There is always at least one empty folder on your PC Card. When you store an image in an empty folder, a new empty folder is automatically created.
Page 94: Controlling Exposure
This chapter describes the functions available for controlling exposure in your camera. White Balance The KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS 700 Series Digital Camera offers both Preset and Custom White Balance functionality. There are five Preset options: Auto, Daylight, Tungsten, Fluorescent, and Flash.
Page 95 SLOW REAR CUSTOM AUTO AUTO Auto - Flash Flourescent Daylight Tungsten Flash Custom The table below shows the predicted color temperature at each White Balance setting: White Balance Setting Daylight Tungsten Fluorescent On-Camera Flash To determine the current white balance setting, check the White Balance icons on the Back LCD.
Page 96: Choosing A White Balance Setting
Choosing a White Balance Setting SLOW REAR CUSTOM AUTO Highlight the White Balance icon. The White Balance menu appears. An asterisk appears next to the current setting. Choose a Preset option or a Custom setting. You can also choose Custom WB Setup (page 6-4).
Page 97: Custom White Balance Setup
Custom White Balance Setup When you choose Custom WB Setup from the White Balance menu, the following options are available: Choose the currently selected image as the White Balance setting (see below) Choose a previously loaded White Balance setting Delete previously loaded White Balance settings Load a White Balance setting from a PC Card Save settings from the current image Choose Custom WB Setup from...
Page 98 Deleting White Balance Settings You can delete White Balance settings from your camera. Your camera can store a maximum of ten settings, and you may need to delete unused settings to make room for new ones. If you pressed the Menu button, the Custom WB menu appears.
Page 99 Loading White Balance Settings You can load White Balance settings from a PC Card into your camera. (The settings are saved to the card using the DCS Host software.) With the Custom WB Menu displayed, choose Load from Card. The Load White Balance Setting screen appears with a list of the White Balance settings on the active PC Card.
Page 100 Under the following conditions, White Balance settings cannot be loaded. Condition You attempt to load settings into a camera that was not used to capture the image from which the setting was saved. (The camera must have same serial number). You attempt to load a setting with the same name as one on your camera.
Page 101 Saving White Balance Settings Using your Camera You can save the current camera-generated White Balance setting. When you save using this method, the setting for the current image is not overwritten the next time you use the setting from the current image (page 6-4). Alternatively, you can save settings using the included Photo Desk software.
Page 102: Exposure Metering System
Exposure Metering System Your camera has three types of exposure metering systems: 3D Color Matrix Metering Center-Weighted Metering (page 6-10) Spot Metering (page 6-11) 3D Color Matrix Metering With D-type AF Nikkor lenses (including AF-I or AF-S Nikkor), 3D Color Matrix metering is automatically activated.
Page 103: Center-Weighted Metering
Center-Weighted Metering With approximately 75% of the meter’s sensitivity concentrated on the 12 mm diameter circle within the viewfinder and 25% outside this circle, the meter becomes useful in situations where you want to base exposure on a specific area in the scene. To measure the brightness of the picture’s off-center portion in auto exposure mode, use the camera’s AE-L/AF-L button.
Page 104: Spot Metering
Spot Metering Nearly 100% of the meter’s sensitivity is concentrated in a 4 mm diameter area (approximately1.5% of the entire frame) within the selected focus area of the viewfinder. (With focusing screens other than EC-B-type, the sensitivity is concentrated in a 6 mm diameter area or approximately 3.3% of entire frame.) Use this meter for highly selective exposure control.
Page 105: Setting The Metering System
Setting the Metering System The appropriate symbol appears in the viewfinder. 3D Color Matrix Metering 6-12 Rotate the Metering System Selector while pressing the Metering System Selector Lock Release to select the desired type of exposure metering. Center-Weighted Metering Spot Metering...
Page 106: Exposure Mode
Exposure Mode Light reaching the imager is controlled by the shutter speed and lens aperture. The proper combination results in a correct exposure. Shutter speed and lens aperture settings are based on the ISO speed and the operation of the camera’s exposure control system. The relationship between aperture and shutter speed is described in the following example: A shutter speed of 1/500 second admits half the light of a shutter speed of 1/250...
Page 107 Shutter-Priority Auto Exposure Mode This mode allows you to manually set your desired shutter speed. To freeze the action, use a high shutter speed; to create motion effects, choose a slower shutter speed. Your camera automatically selects the proper aperture to match the manually set shutter speed ensuring a correct exposure.
Page 108 Manual Exposure Mode The Manual Exposure control allows you to change both aperture and shutter speed settings. For a technically correct exposure, follow the recommendation of the camera’s light meter, as indicated in the viewfinder. To achieve a specific creative effect (for example, intentional blur, intentional under- or over-exposure), disregard the LCD and modify the recommended exposure settings.
Page 109: Setting Exposure Mode
Setting Exposure Mode AE-L AF-L AF-ON Programmed Auto Shutter-Priority Auto Aperture-Priority Auto Manual 6-16 Rotate the Main-Command dial while pressing the MODE button. The exposure mode changes as in the sequence shown at the left: If you use lenses that don’t have a CPU, or accessories such as a bellows attachment or extension rings:...
Page 110: Focusing
INSERT PHOTO Focusing HERE This chapter discusses focus area, focus mode, special focusing situations, the effect of the IR and anti-aliasing filters on focus, and sharpening. Focus Area Five focus areas are available with your camera. Selecting the Focus Area CANCEL MENU TAG/...
Page 111 Corresponding focus areas appear in the Top Status LCD panel and the viewfinder. Arrows on top and to the right of the viewfinder also indicate the selected focus area. Focus Area Center Left Right Bottom When Spot Metering is selected, shifting the focus area also shifts the Spot Metering area accordingly.
Page 112 Locking the Focus Area You can lock the focus area using the lock function. CANCEL MENU TAG/ RECORD Select the desired focus area, then press the Four-way switch to any position while pressing (Focus area lock) button. appears above the focus LOCK area icon in the Top Status LCD panel.
Page 113: Selecting Af Area Mode
Selecting AF Area Mode Single Area AF Press and hold the AF Area Mode Main-Command dial to select Single Area AF or Dynamic AF mode. AE-L AF-L AF-ON Single Area AF mode and Dynamic AF mode are described on the following pages.
Page 114 Dynamic AF When Dynamic AF mode is selected, a appears in the selected focus area, + appears in all five focus areas of the Top Status LCD panel, and all five AF sensors are active. The example at the left shows center focus area selection.
Page 115: Focus Mode
Focus Mode Your camera has two focus modes: autofocus and manual. Autofocus There are two default Autofocus modes: Single Servo AF with Focus-Priority Continuous Servo AF with Release-Priority In either of these modes—and in any Drive mode—focus tracking is automatically activated when the subject starts moving.
Page 116 Single Servo AF with Focus-Priority (Stationary Subject) Set the Drive Mode selector to S (Single Servo AF). Lightly press the Shutter Release button to activate autofocus. Confirm that a green • appears in the viewfinder, then fully depress the Shutter Release button.
Page 117 Single Servo AF with Focus-Priority (Moving Subject) Single Servo AF is convenient for off-center subjects. Refer to “Focus Lock For Off- center Subjects” on page 11-14. Perform steps 1 - 3 as for a stationary subject (page 7-7). Confirm that a green • appears in the viewfinder, then fully depress the Shutter Release button.
Page 118 After capturing images with the Drive mode set to S, you do not have to remove your finger from the Shutter Release button to capture the next image. Slightly release pressure on the button so it is only half-depressed, then fully depress it to release the shutter again.
Page 119: Manual Focus
If a appears in the viewfinder, the lens is focused behind the subject. If a appears in the viewfinder, the lens is focused in front of the subject. If a blinks in the viewfinder, autofocus is not possible. Refer to “Special Focusing Situations in AF”...
Page 120 Manual Focus with the Electronic Rangefinder The Electronic Rangefinder provides you with viewfinder indications that show the focus status while you are focusing. It works with most NIKON lenses (including AF Nikkor when operated manually) having a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster. (For a complete list of usable lenses, refer to the Lens Compatibility chart in Appendix C).
Page 121 7-12 While lightly pressing the Shutter Release button, rotate the lens focusing ring in the direction indicated by the focus- to-left arrow or focus-to-right arrow , until the arrow disappears and the in-focus indicator • appears. If the focus-to-left arrow not disappear when you turn the focus ring counterclockwise to its limit, the subject is too close...
Page 122: Special Focusing Situations In Af
Manual Focus Using a Clear Matte Field Special Focusing Situations in AF Autofocus operation depends on general lighting, subject contrast and detail, and other technical factors. In rare situations where autofocus (and manual focus with the Electronic Rangefinder) is not possible, blinks, telling you to focus manually with the clear matte field (described on page 7-13) or perform autofocus on another subject located at the same distance.
Page 123 7-14 Very dark subject: Focus manually with the clear matte field, or for Single Servo AF, focus on another brighter subject located at the same distance, then lock the focus and recompose. Refer to “Focus Lock For Off-center Subjects” on page 11-14. Low-contrast subject: Focus manually with the clear matte field, or for Single Servo...
Page 124: Ir Filter Or Anti-Aliasing Filter: Effect On Focus
In the following situations, ignore the in-focus indicator (•). When the subject is obscured by an object such as a fence in the foreground, use Single Area AF mode and select the subject’s focus area (described on page 7-1) or focus manually with the clear matte field.
Page 125: Sharpening
In general, sharpen the image when the anti-aliasing filter is installed. There may be special situations where you will not want to sharpen. When you use KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Photo Desk with your camera, you can specify whether you want the image sharpened.
Page 126: Capturing Images
Much of the information is described in greater detail in other parts of the manual. Preparing to Capture an Image Hold the KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS 700 Series Digital Camera properly. Stand with one foot forward a half step to balance your body.
Page 127 To set the meter so the Status LCD panels turn Off after 4 seconds, CUSTOM 16 seconds, or 32 seconds, use Custom Setting #15. Refer to “Custom Settings” on page 11-32. To deactivate autofocus when the Shutter Release button is lightly pressed, use Custom Setting #4.
Page 128: Basic Shooting
Basic Shooting Set the lens aperture to its minimum position. Refer to “Setting the Lens to the Minimum Aperture” on page 2- Set the Drive Mode selector to S for Single-frame shooting. Refer to “Drive Mode” on page 8-10. Set the Focus mode selector to S for Single Servo AF.
Page 129 Press and hold the AF Area Mode button and rotate the Main-Command dial to select Single Area AF mode. AE-L AF-L AF-ON The selected focus area of the Top Status LCD panel displays only [ ]. The Focus bracket also appears in the viewfinder.
Page 130 P appears in the Top Status LCD panel and viewfinder. Press the Four-way switch to position the focus brackets on your main subject. Lightly press the Shutter Release button.
Page 131 If HI appears in the shutter speed position—Over-exposure alert: Use a NIKON ND filter. If Lo appears in the shutter speed position—Under- exposure alert: Use an accessory NIKON Speedlight. Confirm that a • appears inside the viewfinder (indicating successful focusing), then fully depress the Shutter Release button to capture the image.
Page 132 The Shutter cannot be released in the following situations: When blinks—Focus manually. Refer to “Special Focusing Situations in AF” on page 7-13. When appears—Subject is too close. Move away from your subject. To conserve battery power, turn off the camera when you are not using it. IMPORTANT: Always remove batteries before storing your camera.
Page 133: Two-Button Reset
Two-Button Reset Pressing the buttons simultaneously for more than two seconds resets or cancels various settings. Two-Button Reset sets the following modes: Mode Exposure mode AF Area mode Focus Area Flash Sync Two-Button Reset cancels the following modes: Mode Flexible Program Exposure compensation Auto Exposure/Flash Exposure Bracketing...
Page 134: Iso
The ISO setting controls imager sensitivity. The ISO range for your camera appears below. (The higher the number, the greater the sensitivity, and vice versa.) Camera DCS 760 DCS 720x MENU TAG/ RECORD AE-L AF-L ISO Range 80 - 400 40 - 4000 Press and hold the ISO button and rotate the Main-Command dial.
Page 135: Drive Mode
Drive Mode Drive mode determines whether one or more images are captured when you are pressing the Shutter Release button. There are four automatic Drive modes: Single frame Continuous low-speed shooting Continuous high-speed shooting Continuous silent-low-speed shooting Choosing a Drive Mode 8-10 Rotate the Drive mode/Self-timer selector while pressing the Drive...
Page 136 Single-Frame Shooting Continuous Shooting With the Drive mode at S, fully pressing the Shutter Release button captures one image. To capture the next image, lift your finger from the button, then fully press it again. Use Single-frame shooting for stationary subjects or subjects that do not require several frames of rapid firing.
Page 137: Using The Vertical Controls
Using the Vertical Controls Your camera is designed to facilitate capturing images in a vertical orientation. 8-12 Starting with the camera in the normal position for capturing images, turn it 90 degrees in a counterclockwise direction. Press the Vertical AF Start button if you plan to use autofocus.
Page 138: Intervalometer
Intervalometer Your camera has an Intervalometer which you can set so that a sequence of images are captured automatically at specified intervals over a specified period of time. You might use the Intervalometer to capture a flower bud opening or for unattended surveillance. You can set the following: Number of frames to be captured Interval between exposures...
Page 139 Your choices on the Intervalometer screen cause the following screens to appear: Intervalometer Screen Settings Frame Count Timer Interval Timer Delay Timer Enable To change settings in these screens, use the same technique described for setting Display Off Time (page 4-3). 8-14 Your Action Result...
Page 140: Job Tracker
Job Tracker This feature allows you to enter data using the KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Photo Desk software, load the data from a PC Card into camera memory, then include it in image headers. The Job Tracker data follows the International Press Telecommunication Council (IPTC) standard.
Page 141: Loading Job Tracker Data From A Pc Card
Loading Job Tracker Data from a PC Card 8-16 Choose Load from Card from the Job Tracker Data menu. The Load Job Tracker Data menu appears with a list of the Job Tracker (.IPT) files on the active PC Card. If two cards are in the camera, the number of .IPT files on each card appears in parenthesis after...
Page 142: Flash Photography
Flash Photography The NIKON Autofocus SB-28D Speedlight has been specifically designed for the KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS 600 Series and DCS 700 Series Digital Cameras. This Speedlight retains all functionality of the NIKON SB-28 Speedlight and adds functionality developed specifically for your camera.
Page 143: Auto Aperture Mode
Auto Aperture Mode While a variety of flash modes are available with the SB-28D Speedlight, only Auto Aperture mode is discussed in this Chapter. (Others are discussed in the SB-28 instruction manual.) Auto Aperture mode has been developed specifically for your camera. Auto Aperture mode automatically controls flash output to achieve correct exposure for both the subject and background.
Page 144: Attaching The Sb-28D Or Sb-28Dx Speedlight
Attaching the SB-28D or SB-28DX Speedlight Turning on the SB-28D or SB-28DX Speedlight 0.6 0.8 STBY ZOOM ZOOM MODE FLASH ON / OFF Mount the SB-28D Speedlight onto your camera’s accessory shoe. The red flash symbol appears in the viewfinder when a flash is installed.
Page 145: Standby Mode
Standby Mode The SB-28D Speedlight features a Standby mode that helps conserve the battery in your Speedlight. When the Speedlight is in this mode, it will go to sleep if you do not touch any camera or Speedlight controls for 80 seconds. STBY appears in the Speedlight’s LCD panel when the flash is in Standby mode.
Page 146: Setting Up Your Camera For Flash Photography
Setting Up Your Camera for Flash Photography MENU TAG/ RECORD AE-L AF-L Press and hold the ISO button and rotate the Main-Command dial to set the desired ISO. Refer to “ISO” on page 8-9. AF-ON The setting appears in the Back Status LCD panel.
Page 147 Set Exposure mode. Refer to “Capturing Images in Each Exposure Mode” on page 11-1. While you can use any exposure mode, Aperture Priority (A) or Program (P) are recommended. Manual (M) or Shutter Priority (S) modes are not recommended as they allow you to set an f-stop which is out of range for Auto Aperture mode.
Page 148: Setting Up The Sb-28D Or Sb-28Dx Speedlight
Setting Up the SB-28D or SB-28DX Speedlight Whenever you mount the SB-28D Speedlight on your camera, the Flash mode is automatically set to Auto Aperture mode. The Mode indicator on the Speedlight’s LCD panel shows A. If the f-stop indicator on the Speedlight’s LCD panel flickers and the indicator bars disappear, the f-stop is out of usable range.
Page 149 0.6 0.8 ZOOM ZOOM MODE FLASH The plus (+) and minus (-) buttons allow you to set the appropriate compensation level in 1/3EV increments from - 3EV to + 1EV in Auto Aperture mode. STBY The following list provides information specific to the different zones.
Page 150: Test Firing
Test Firing You can test to determine if a subject is within the appropriate distance range for the current aperture. 0.6 0.8 STBY ZOOM ZOOM MODE FLASH ON / OFF Turn the camera on. Turn the Speedlight on. Lightly press the Shutter Release button, then release.
Page 151: Using The Sb-28D Speedlight
Using the SB-28D Speedlight 0.6 0.8 ZOOM ZOOM MODE FLASH 9-10 Turn the camera on. Turn the Speedlight on by pressing its ON/OFF button for approximately 0.5 seconds. The Speedlight’s Ready light comes on as soon as the flash is recycled and ready to fire.
Page 152: Auto Flash Distance Range
Auto Flash Distance Range ISO Number (f/number) (Upper figures are in feet, lower figures are in meters) 200 400 800 1600 18mm Zone 2.8 4 5.6 8 2.6~29 0.8~9 Zone 5.6 8 2.0~20 0.6~6. Zone 5.6 8 2.0~14 0.6~4. 5.8 8 2.0~10 0.6~3.
Page 153 The range of f-stops for your camera in Auto Aperture mode is: ISO 80: F/2 to F/32 ISO 200: F/2.8 to F/45 ISO 400: F/4 to F/64 ISO 800: F/5.6 to F/64 ISO 1600: F/8 to F/64 Minus exposure compensation is not possible in Zone A. Exposure compensation exceeding -1EV is not possible in Zone B.
Page 154: Flash Sync Mode
Flash Sync Mode Flash Sync mode lets you modify how and when the flash fires during exposure. MENU TAG/ RECORD AE-L AF-L Front-Curtain Sync Slow Sync (Normal Sync) Slow Sync Making a Dark Background More Visible Without Slow Sync, the automatically controlled shutter speed is controlled between 1/250 second and 1/60 second.
Page 155 Slow Sync MENU TAG/ RECORD 9-14 Set the Exposure mode to P for Programmed Auto or A for Aperture-Priority Auto. Refer to “Setting Exposure Mode” on page 6-16. Press and hold the camera’s Flash Sync Mode button and rotate the Main-Command dial until Status LCD panel.
Page 156: Rear Curtain Sync
Rear Curtain Sync Creating a Natural-looking Stream of Light Normally in flash synchronization, the Speedlight fires at the beginning of the exposure. When the shutter speed is slow, the result is a streaking light pattern in front of the subject. When Rear-Curtain Sync is set, the Speedlight fires at the end of the exposure, turning available light into a stream of light that follows the flash-illuminated moving subject.
Page 157 MENU TAG/ RECORD IMPORTANT: To avoid image blur, attach the camera to a tripod. 9-16 Set the camera’s exposure mode to M for Manual Exposure mode. Refer to “Setting Exposure Mode” on page 6-16. Set the f-stop to a setting appropriate for the ISO.
Page 158: Guide Numbers For Determining The Correct Aperture
Guide Numbers for Determining the Correct Aperture Guide numbers help you determine a correct exposure or proper aperture (f/stop) when using the SB-28D Speedlight in the Manual The guide number represents the amount of light at ISO 200 for meters/feet (m/ft) generated by the flash.
Page 159 With ISO set to 200, you can locate the guide number in the table (shown on the previous page), then use the formulas on the previous page to determine aperture or the optimal flash shooting distance. For example, with ISO 200, a Flash output level of 1/1 (full), a Zoom-head position of 35 mm, the guide number is 51/167.
Page 160: Working With Images On The Camera
Working with Images on the Camera Using the Image LCD you can view and manage images on the KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS 700 Series Digital Camera. You can: View images in a variety of Display modes (page 10-2) Navigate to and select an image (page 10-7)
Page 161: Selecting A Display Mode
Selecting a Display Mode 10-2 Press the OK button to turn the Image LCD on or, if a menu is displayed, press the Cancel or Menu button to return to Display mode. Press the top or bottom of the Four-way switch to change the Display mode.
Page 162: Single Image Display Mode
Single Image Display Mode The thumbnail for the current image appears with the Status bar at the bottom. Zoom Display Mode In Zoom Display mode, the thumbnail for the current image appears with a Region of Interest box and luminometer crosshairs. The Region of Interest box includes the area of the image that appears when you zoom in.
Page 163 Zooming With the Region of Interest box enabled, press the OK button. The first actuation zooms to 1:3 (one pixel displayed for every three), the second to 1:1, and the third returns to the un-zoomed 1:10. When zoomed in to 1:1, the crosshairs appear but the Region of Interest box does not.
Page 164: Histogram Display Mode
Histogram Display Mode When Histogram mode is active, the image thumbnail and histogram appear along with the following information: The tick marks at the bottom of the histogram represent photographic stops relative to the factory-determined 18% gray level. The range of stops is from +3 to -7. The double bar tick mark indicates the exposure value associated with 18% gray.
Page 165: Delete Display Mode
Use Image Delete Display mode to delete the current image. You can also delete groups of images using a Main menu option (page 10-9). If you delete an image by mistake, and the image was captured by a DCS 700 Series camera, you can get it back if you immediately perform the Recover function (page 10-14).
Page 166: Navigating Through Images
Navigating Through Images Press the left or right side of the Four-way switch to navigate through images in the selected folder. This works in all Display modes except Zoom mode when the Region of Interest box is enabled (see below). The right side of the Four-way switch navigates “forward”...
Page 167: Status Bar
Status Bar When image thumbnails are displayed in Single Image (page 10-3) or Multiple Image (page 10-5) Display modes, a Status bar appears, containing some or all of the following information. Active card (if 2 are present) Active folder Location Bar The Location bar appears at the bottom of the Image LCD while you are pressing the left or right of the Four-way switch to navigate through images in Single Image or Multiple Image Display mode.
Page 168: Deleting Groups Of Images
Deleting Groups of Images You can delete groups of images using a Main menu option. You can also delete single images using Delete Display mode (page 10-6). Highlight the Menu icon and choose Main Menu from the dropdown menu. Choose Delete Images from the Main menu.
Page 169: Display Contrast
Display Contrast You can change the contrast and lighten or darken the images displayed on the Image LCD panel. Changing contrast does not affect the stored images, only the view of the images on the Image LCD. Overexposure Indicator You can highlight areas of overexposure in Single or Multiple Image Display modes. Choose Single or Multiple Image mode.
Page 170: Tagging Images
You can tag one or more images then perform operations on the tagged (or untagged) images using the camera or the KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Photo Desk software. On the camera, you can specify that the tagged images are not deleted (page 10-9).
Page 171: Associating Sound Files With Images
If you delete the image using camera controls, or copy or delete it using the KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Photo Desk software, the sound file will also be copied or deleted. If you copy or delete images without using the DCS Host software, you must also copy or delete the sound (.WAV) files.
Page 172 CANCEL MENU TAG/ RECORD Speak into the microphone while continuing to press the Tag/Record button. Release the Tag/Record button. The recording stops and the Microphone icon disappears from the Back Status LCD. 10-13...
Page 173: Recovering Deleted Images
You can recover images that were previously deleted from a PC Card, if they have not been overwritten. Only images that were written to a PC Card by a DCS 700 Series camera can be recovered. The Recover function will not work for a card “out of the box.”...
Page 174: Advanced Operation
INSERT PHOTO Advanced Operation HERE This chapter explains advanced photographic techniques and applications such as Exposure mode, Flexible program, Focus lock, AE/AF lock, and Exposure compensation. It also explains the use of the Self-timer, long term exposure, and Custom Settings. Capturing Images in Each Exposure Mode Shutter-Priority Auto Exposure Mode This operation can be performed only with lenses having a built-in CPU.
Page 175 11-2 Press and hold the and rotate the Main-Command dial until S appears in the Top Status LCD and viewfinder. AE-L AF-L AF-ON Remove your finger from the button, and rotate the MODE Main-Command dial to select the desired shutter speed. Shutter speed is divided into 1/3 stop increments from 30 seconds to 1/8000 second, and...
Page 176 You can change the direction that the Main-Command dial must be CUSTOM turned to increase/decrease shutter speed using Custom Setting #6. Refer to “Custom Settings” on page 11-32. Locking Shutter Speed You can lock the selected shutter speed to avoid accidental changes of settings. MENU TAG/ RECORD...
Page 177: Aperture-Priority Auto Exposure Mode
Aperture-Priority Auto Exposure Mode 11-4 Press and hold the and rotate the Main-Command dial until A appears in the Top Status LCD and in the viewfinder. AE-L AF-L AF-ON Remove your finger from the button, and rotate the MODE Sub-Command dial to select the desired aperture.
Page 178 The aperture setting is indicated in the Top Status LCD and viewfinder. The aperture indication changes in 1/3 stop increments between the lens’ maximum and minimum apertures. You can also set the aperture by rotating the lens aperture ring. In this case, F-- blinks in the viewfinder and in the Top Status LCD and you can only confirm...
Page 179 11-6 Confirm the automatically set shutter speed. Fully depress the Shutter Release button to capture an image.
Page 180 Locking the Aperture You can lock the selected aperture to avoid accidental changes of settings. MENU TAG/ RECORD You can use Custom Setting #22 to set the aperture so that it will not CUSTOM change when you rotate the Sub-Command dial. Set the aperture by rotating the lens’...
Page 181: Manual Exposure Mode
Different Procedures for Different Lenses Lens Type Lens without a CPU AI-type lens Lens having fixed aperture, such as a Reflex-Nikkor lens Lens without an auto diaphragm such as a PC-Nikkor lens Manual Exposure Mode 11-8 Procedure F-- blinks instead of the aperture value in the Top Status LCD and viewfinder.
Page 182 Remove your finger from the button, and set the shutter MODE speed by rotating the Main- Command dial. Shutter speed can be set in 1/3 stop increments. In Manual exposure mode, you can set the shutter speed to buLb for extended time exposures.
Page 183 Examples Over +2EV + 1/3EV - 1/3EV You can use Custom Setting #19 to change the lowest shutter speed CUSTOM from 30 seconds to as much as 30 minutes. Refer to “Custom Settings” on page 11-32. You can use Custom Setting #22 to set the aperture so that it will not change when you rotate the Sub-Command dial.
Page 184 Locking Shutter Speed/Aperture You can lock the selected shutter speed/aperture to avoid accidentally changing a setting. MENU TAG/ RECORD Press the (Shutter Speed/ Aperture Lock) button and rotate the Main- or Sub- Command dial. appears in the Top LOCK Status LCD and appears in the viewfinder above the shutter speed/aperture indications.
Page 185 Different Procedures for Different Lenses Lens Type Lenses without a CPU Lenses having fixed aperture, such as a Reflex-Nikkor lenses Lenses without an auto diaphragm such as a PC-Nikkor lens 11-12 Procedure F-- blinks instead of the aperture value in the Top Status LCD and viewfinder.
Page 186: Flexible Program
Flexible Program Flexible Program changes the shutter speed/aperture combination in Programmed Auto Exposure mode. Flexible Program lets you temporarily change an automatically set shutter speed/aperture combination in 1/3 step increments, while maintaining consistent exposure. Select Programmed Auto Exposure mode (P). Refer to “Setting Exposure Mode”...
Page 187: Focus Lock For Off-Center Subjects
AE-L AF-L AF-ON Focus Lock For Off-center Subjects In Single Servo AF mode, focus remains locked as long as the Shutter Release button is kept lightly pressed. Focus can be locked in any of the five focus areas. With a moving subject, focus cannot be locked. In Continuous Servo AF mode, lock the focus using the AE-L/AF-L button.
Page 188 You can use Custom Setting #7 to set both exposure and focus to lock CUSTOM simultaneously when you lightly press the Shutter Release button. Refer to “Custom Settings” on page 11-32. You can use Custom Setting #4 to deactivate autofocus and keep the CUSTOM lens from focusing when you lightly press the Shutter Release button.
Page 189: Ae/Af Lock
If a subject is covered by one of the five focus brackets, you can also capture an image of an off-center subject by shifting the focus to the relevant focus area without changing the composition. Refer to “Selecting the Focus Area” on page 7-1. AE/AF Lock You can simultaneously lock both exposure and focus by pressing the AE-L/AF-L button.
Page 190: About Ae Lock
About AE Lock When you are using Auto Exposure mode, use AE lock to control exposure based on the brightness of a specific area within a scene. Center-Weighted (page 6-10) or Spot Metering (page 6-11) is recommended when using AE lock. AE-L AF-L AF-ON...
Page 191 You can use Custom Setting #21 to set the AE-L/AF-L button to lock CUSTOM either focus or exposure (not both, as with the default). You can use Custom Setting #5 to set the AE-L/AF-L button to lock the camera’s controlled shutter speed and aperture instead of the detected exposure value.
Page 192: Exposure Compensation
Exposure Compensation Exposure compensation is a photographic technique that enables you to vary the final exposure settings from those measured by the camera’s light meter. 3D Color Matrix Metering employs methods of exposure calculation that automatically apply exposure compensation, depending upon scene brightness, contrast, focused subject’s distance and color distribution of the entire frame.
Page 193: Obtaining The Meter Reading In Manual Exposure Mode
Obtaining the Meter Reading in Manual Exposure Mode If you are using Manual Exposure mode and want to set an exposure for a specific brightness value within the scene, switch to Center-Weighted (page 6-10) or Spot metering (page 6-11) and use the following method. 11-20 Center the main subject inside the viewfinder and/or move in...
Page 194 AE-L AF-L AF-ON If you are using Single Servo AF mode and recomposing the picture could change subject-to-camera distance, refocus by briefly removing your finger from the Shutter Release button then lightly pressing again. Continuous Servo AF is not recommended if the subject becomes off-center after recomposing.
Page 195: Exposure Compensation Function
Exposure Compensation Function To modify exposure control (from the ISO standard), use the exposure compensation button. Compensation can be applied from –5EV to +5EV in 1/3 EV steps. After capturing your images, be sure to reset the compensation to “0” to resume normal operation. If Auto Exposure/Flash Exposure bracketing is also set, exposure compensation will be the combined compensation values.
Page 196 When you remove your finger from the button, the symbol in the viewfinder stays on to indicate that exposure compensation is on, but the compensation value disappears. To display the compensation value, press the button again. After you have captured the desired images, reset the amount of compensation to “0.0”...
Page 197: Auto Exposure/Flash Exposure Bracketing
Auto Exposure/Flash Exposure Bracketing In situations where you might find it difficult to obtain a proper exposure, Auto Exposure/ Flash Exposure bracketing lets you shoot the same subject at two or three different exposures, with a variable exposure compensation degree of 0.3 EV, 0.7 EV or 1 EV. If you set a compensation degree of 1 EV in a three-step bracket, for example, you will capture three images, the first shot having no compensation, the second shot having a –1 EV compensation, and the third shot having a compensation of +1 EV.
Page 198 MENU TAG/ RECORD # Shots Compensated Back Status LCD EV value 0 and +1/3 2F0.3 0 and -1/3 2F0.3 0 and +2/3 2F0.7 0 and -2/3 2F0.7 0 and +1 2F1.0 0 and -1 2F1.0 Three 0, -1/3 and 3F0.3 +1/3 (default) Three 0, -2/3 and...
Page 199 MENU TAG/ RECORD AE-L AF-L AF-ON 11-26 Compose the picture, confirm the focus and exposure, then fully depress the Shutter Release button. With the Drive mode at Single- frame shooting (S), fully depress the Shutter Release button the set number of times. With the Drive mode at continuous shooting (C ), fully depress the Shutter...
Page 200 In Auto Exposure/Flash Exposure bracketing mode, you can set CUSTOM Custom Setting #3 to start shooting with negative compensation, no compensation and positive compensation in that order. Refer to “Custom Settings” on page 11-32. You can perform only Auto Exposure bracketing or Flash Exposure bracketing using Custom Setting #24.
Page 201: Self-Timer
Self-timer 11-28 While pressing the Lock release, set the Drive mode/Self-timer selector to (self-timer) position. Compose the picture. Lightly press the Shutter Release button, and confirm focus and exposure. Refer to “Exposure Mode” on page 6-13.
Page 202 You can use Custom Setting #16 to change the self-timer duration to CUSTOM any interval from 2 to 60 seconds. Refer to “Custom Settings” on page 11-32. In Single Servo AF with Focus-Priority, the self-timer operates only when the green •...
Page 203: Long Time Exposure
Long Time Exposure At buLb setting, the shutter stays open as long as the Shutter Release button remains depressed. IMPORTANT: Long exposures may add noise and produce a less desirable image. For quality purposes, single image exposure of more than .5 second is not recommended. Use a tripod to avoid camera shake which may blur the image.
Page 204 Press and hold the MODE button and rotate the Main- Command dial to select M for Manual Exposure mode. AE-L AF-L AF-ON M appears in the Top Status LCD. Remove your finger from the MODE button and rotate the Main-Command dial until buLb (Bulb exposure) appears in the Top Status LCD and viewfinder.
Page 205: Custom Settings
Custom Settings You can use the Custom Settings feature to create a combination of functions that are different from the factory settings. Use the method described below or the Custom Settings menu, available through Properties (page 4-2). In general, the Custom Settings menu is easier to use, since the settings are labeled. Making a Custom Setting To make a custom setting, select a custom function, then select the option for the custom function.
Page 206: Reset Factory Settings
Reset Factory Settings To reset all Custom Settings, press the than two seconds. All Custom Settings but #0 revert to the factory settings. (If 0-b is selected when you reset the factory settings, it will remain selected.) To reset an individual Custom Setting, select the desired function then select “0” (the default option).
Page 207: Custom Settings Table
Custom Settings Table The following table describes Custom Settings functions and options, and indicates the values that are displayed in the Back Status LCD. Number Selecting Custom Setting: To store a combination of your Custom Settings, select 0-A or 0-b then set Custom Setting #1 to #24.
Page 208 Number Function Autofocus activated when the Shutter Release button is lightly pressed: At the default setting, autofocus is activated and the lens starts focusing when the Shutter Release button is lightly pressed. To disable autofocus, select 4-1. Use the AF start button to start autofocus in this case AE Lock: At the default setting, exposure is locked based...
Page 209 Number Center-Weighted Metering: In Center-Weighted Metering, 75% of the meter’s sensitivity is concentrated in the 12 mm-diameter circle within the viewfinder and 25% of the sensitivity is outside this circle. To change the size of the circle to 8 mm, 12 mm, 15 mm, 20 mm diameter, or to the average of the entire viewfinder, select C 8, C 15, C 15, C 20, or A.
Page 210 Number Function Prolonged shutter speed: Long Time Exposures of 40 seconds to 30 minutes can be selected by rotating the Main-Command dial when the Custom Setting is set to 19-1. Selectable shutter speeds are: 40 seconds, 50 seconds, 1 minute, 1.5 minutes, 2 minutes, 3 minutes, 4 minutes, 5 minutes, 6 minutes, 8 minutes, 10 minutes, 13 minutes, 15 minutes, 20 minutes, 25 minutes and 30 minutes.
Page 211 Number Aperture setting using the Sub-Command dial: At the default setting, aperture can be changed by rotating the Sub-Command dial. To disable this function, select 22-1. Set the aperture by rotating the lens aperture ring in this case. focus indicators To stop the display of the the viewfinder in Autofocus mode, select 23-1.
Page 212: Connecting To Your Computer
Computer There are two ways to access camera images from your computer: Connect the KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS 700 Series Digital Camera to the computer using an IEEE 1394 connection, then access the images using the KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Camera Manager.
Page 213: Connecting Your Camera To The Computer
Connecting Your Camera to the Computer You connect your camera to the computer using an IEEE 1394 cable. This cable moves images from the camera to the computer at a very rapid rate. The IEEE 1394 cable is easy to use—you can plug either end into the camera or the computer, and you do not need to turn off the computer or the camera before connecting or disconnecting.
Page 214 SLOW REAR CUSTOM AUTO Connect the other end of the cable into any available port on the IEEE 1394 adapter card on your computer. The adapter card may have multiple ports. You may connect more than one camera or other IEEE 1394 devices to the card as long as you avoid a closed loop configuration.
Page 215: Quitting-Disconnecting From The Computer
Quitting—Disconnecting from the Computer Complete these steps when your work with the camera and the computer is complete. You can connect or disconnect the camera without turning the camera or the computer Off. CAUTION: Do not disconnect the camera from the computer while the DCS Host Software Image window is open.
Page 216: Transmitting Data
Transmitting Data You can use the serial port on your camera to transfer data between the KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS 700 Series Digital Camera and other devices. Connecting a Device to the Serial Port You can connect a variety of devices to your camera’s serial port using a serial cable (available from your dealer of KODAK products).
Page 217: Accessing Serial Port Options
Accessing Serial Port Options Setting the Baud Rate Before transmitting data between the camera and a connected device, you must set the correct baud rate required by the device. Choose from 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, and 115200. 13-2 Highlight the Menu icon and choose Main Menu from the...
Page 218: Serial In Mode
Serial In Mode Using Serial In mode, your camera accepts text strings from a connected external device. The information is then added to specified image headers. Serial In and Serial Out modes can work at the same time. Menu Action Choice None No data transmitted.
Page 219: Serial In Status
Serial In Status When you select New Images or Previous Image from the Serial In Mode menu, the Serial In Status choice becomes available. 13-4 Select Serial In Status from the Serial Port menu (page 13-2). If the connected device is sending data, a message indicates the most recent data received.
Page 220: Serial Out Mode
Serial Out Mode When the serial port is in Serial Out mode, your camera sends data to a remotely connected device. Serial In and Serial Out modes can work at the same time. Menu Choice Action None No data transmitted. Image Number A text string containing the image number of the just-captured image...
Page 222: Camera Care
Camera Care Handling With careful handling, your camera should produce images of the highest quality for years to come. Be careful not to drop your camera or subject it to shock. (While the camera has been designed for durability, it is a precision instrument and should be handled with care.) Keep the camera out of salt spray and protect it from excessive moisture.
Page 223: Cleaning
Cleaning Turn the camera off. Disconnect the camera from the AC adapter and from the computer. Using a damp cloth, clean only the outside of the camera body, the Top Status LCD panel, the Back Status LCD panel, and the Image LCD panel. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners on the outside of the camera.
Page 224: Ir Filter Or Anti-Aliasing Filter
IR Filter or Anti-aliasing Filter Your camera contains an IR filter. You can, if you wish, purchase an anti-aliasing filter to use instead. It may be necessary to remove the IR or anti-aliasing filter for cleaning. Although not essential, you can wear lint-free, static-free gloves, available from your camera dealer.
Page 225 CAUTION: If you break the glass on the IR filter or anti-aliasing filter while it is in the camera, call your service representative. The broken glass can damage the imager and other parts of the camera. Use only lenses listed in Appendix C. Other lenses can potentially break your camera’s anti-aliasing filter.
Page 226: The Imager
The Imager The imager records light when you capture an image. If it should get dirty, the quality of your images can be affected. Determining if the Imager is Dirty Even though the imager is located inside the camera, it can get dirty. There are two ways to determine whether it needs cleaning: Capture a test image and look for imperfections that indicate dirt on the imager.
Page 227 Visually inspecting the Imager Turn the camera off. Remove the lens from the camera. Remove the IR filter or anti-aliasing filter (page 14-3). CAUTION: Be very careful when removing the filter, as it is a fragile device. Insert a battery, if one is not present. Connect the camera to an AC adapter, if one is not already connected.
Page 228 If the battery and AC adapter are in place, the Open Shutter screen appears in the Image LCD panel. Press the OK button to proceed, or the Cancel button to cancel the process. If you chose Cancel, turn the camera off and replace the filter and lens.
Page 229: Cleaning The Imager
Cleaning the Imager If the imager is dirty, check the Kodak Web site (www.kodak.com) for instructions on cleaning. Choose Service and Support, then under Professional Photography choose Cameras, Digital and choose DCS 700 Series Digital Camera. Follow the instructions under Cleaning Recommendations for CCD Coverglass.
Page 230: Storing
Storing When storing your camera, wrap it in a clean, soft cloth and place it in a well- ventilated, cool, dry, dust-free place. Keep the camera out of direct sunlight, and away from hot spots such as the trunk or rear window shelf of a car. Avoid places where chemical agents such as moth balls are used.
Page 231: Installing Camera Firmware On Your Computer
Download the firmware from the Kodak Web site (http://www.kodak.com). From the Kodak Home page, choose Service and Support, then under Professional Photography choose Cameras, Digital and choose DCS 700 Series Digital Camera. Choose Firmware and Host Software and follow the download instructions.
Page 232: Updating From The Pc Card
Updating From the PC Card Install the firmware on your computer. Insert a PC Card into the card reader on your computer. Refer to “Using the Card Reader” on page 12-4. On your computer, copy the firmware file (dcs7xx.bin) to the card’s root directory. IMPORTANT: Place the firmware file in the root directory.
Page 234: Appendix A - Specifications
Appendix A - Specifications Type of camera Integral-motor autofocus 35 mm single-lens reflex Imager size DCS 760: 6 million pixels DCS 720x: 2 million pixels Lens mount NIKON F mount Lens Refer to Appendix C Focus mode Autofocus and Manual with Electronic Rangefinder AF area mode Single Area AF and Dynamic AF selectable Autofocus area...
Page 235 Shutter speeds Viewfinder Eyepoint Eyepiece shutter Focusing screen Viewfinder information Top LCD panel information Back LCD panel information LCD panel illumination ISO range Frame counter Burst Frame rate Self-timer Depth-of-field Preview button Reflex mirror Lithium niobate oscillator-controlled speeds from 1/8000 to 30 seconds (in 1/3 stop increments);...
Page 236 Accessory shoe Standard ISO-type hot-shoe contact; ready-light contact, monitor contact; mount receptacle for SB-28D/SB-28/SB-27/SB-26/SB-25’s Posi-Mount System provided Flash sync control Slow Sync and Rear-Curtain Sync built-in Flash synchronization In Programmed Auto or Aperture-Priority Auto, shutter operates from 1/250 to 1/60 second in normal sync, 1/250 to 30 seconds in slow sync;...
Page 238: Appendix B - Troubleshooting
Appendix B - Troubleshooting If you run into a problem operating your KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS 700 Series Digital Camera, check the following table to see if you can find the cause of the problem. If the trouble persists, take the camera to your nearest dealer or service center.
Page 239 Top Status Viewfinder LCD Panel P or S blinks A appears — blinks H| appears H| appears Lo appears Lo appears Selected shutter 25o or Custom set speed blinks sync speed appears blinks appears Shutter Cause and Remedy Can be released Programmed Auto or Shutter-Priority Auto exposure mode is set even though attached lens has no CPU.
Page 240: Other Symptoms, Causes And Remedies
Other symptoms, causes and remedies Symptom The camera settings cannot be The camera is turned Off. changed. Autofocusing does not operate. The Focus Mode selector is set to The shutter does not release. The camera is busy writing to the PC Card.
Page 242: Appendix C - Lens And Viewfinder Compatibility
Viewfinder Compatibility Compatible Lenses Your KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS 700 Series Digital Camera works with the following Nikkor lenses. Some work with the camera’s IR or anti-aliasing filter in place, some work without it, and some work in either situation. (Use the table below as a reference.)
Page 243 Lens Name Lens Type Ai 20/3.5 Ai 20/3.5S Ai 20/4 Ai 24/2 Ai 24/2S Ai 24/2.8 Ai 24/2.8S Ai 28/2 Ai 28/2S Ai 28/2.8 E 28/2.8 Ai 28/2.8S Ai 28/3.5 Ai 28/3.5S Ai 35/1.4 Ai 35/1.4S Ai 35/2 Ai 35/2S E 35/2.5 Series E Ai 35/2.8...
Page 244 Lens Name Lens Type Ai 55/2.8S Micro Ai 55/3.5 Micro Ai 58/1.2 Noct Ai 58/1.2S Noct Ai 85/1.4S Ai 85/2 Ai 85/2S E 100/2.8 Ai 105/1.8S Ai 105/2.5 Ai 105/2.5S Ai 105/2.8S Micro Ai 105/4 Micro Ai 105/4S Micro Ai 105/4.5S Ultra Violet Ai 135/2 Ai 135/2S...
Page 245 Lens Name Lens Type Ai 300/2.8 Ai 300/2.8S Ai 300/4.5 Ai 300/4.5S Ai 300/4.5 Ai 300/4.5 Ai 300/4.5S Ai 400/2.8S Ai 400/3.5 Ai 400/3.5S Ai 400/5.6 Ai 400/5.6 Ai 400/5.6S Ai 500/4S Ai 600/4 Ai 600/4S Ai 600/5.6 Ai 600/5.6S Ai 800/5.6S Ai 800/8 Ai 800/8S...
Page 246: Manual Zoom Lenses
Lenses with product number 906200 and before cannot be used. Lenses with product number between142361 and 143000 cannot be used. Lenses with product number between 200111 and 200310 cannot be used. Manual Zoom Lenses Lens Name Lens Type Ai Zoom25-50/4 Ai Zoom25-50/4S Ai Zoom28-45/4.5 Ai Zoom28-50/3.5S...
Page 247: Autofocus Single Focal Length Lenses
Lens Name Lens Type Ai Zoom80-200/ 2.8S Ai Zoom80-200/4S Ai Zoom80-200/4.5 Ai Zoom100-300/ 5.6S Ai Zoom180-600/8S Ai Zoom200-400/4S Ai Zoom200-600/ 9.5S Ai Zoom360-1200/ Ai Zoom1200-1700/ 5.6-8S Autofocus Single Focal Length Lenses Lens Name Lens Type AF 16/2.8D Fish Eye AF 18/2.8D AF 20/2.8 AF 20/2.8D AF 24/2.8...
Page 248 Lens Name Lens Type AF 50/1.4D AF 50/1.8 AF 55/2.8 Micro AF 60/2.8 Micro AF 60/2.8D Micro AF 85/1.8 AF 85/1.8D AF 85/1.4D AF 105/2D Defocus Control AF 105/2.8 Micro AF 105/2.8D Micro AF 135/2 Defocus Control AF 135/2D Defocus Control AF 180/2.8 AF 180/2.8D AF 200/4D...
Page 249: Autofocus Zoom Lenses
Autofocus Zoom Lenses Lens Name Lens Type AF Zoom 20- 35/ 2.8D AF Zoom 24- 50/ 3.3-4.5 AF Zoom 24- 50/ 3.3-4.5D AF Zoom 24- 120/ 3.5-5.6D AF Zoom 28 - 70/ 3.5-4.5 AF Zoom 28 - 70/ 3.5-4.5D AF Zoom 28- 80/ 3.5-5.6D AF Zoom 28- 85/ 3.5-4.5S...
Page 250 Lens Name Lens Type AF Zoom 35-135/ 3.5-4.5 AF Zoom 70-210/4 AF Zoom 70-210/4- AF Zoom 70-210/4- 5.6D AF Zoom 70-300/ 4.5-5.6D AF Zoom 70-300/ 4.5-5.6 AF Zoom 80-200/ AF Zoom 80-200/ 2.8D AF Zoom 80-200/ 4.5-5.6D AF Zoom 75-180/ Micro 4.5-5.6D IX Zoom 20-60/3.5-...
Page 251: Compatible Viewfinders
Compatible Viewfinders Viewfinder Multi-meter finder Action finder Waist-level finder High-magnification finder C-10 Number DCS 760: Standard DP-30 DCS 720x: Modified DP-30 DA-30 DW-30 DW-31...
Page 252: Appendix D - Glossary
Anti-aliasing filter Helps to reduce aliasing at certain focal distances. CCD (Charge coupled device) The part of the KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS 700 Series Digital Camera that captures images. Continuous Servo AF Focus detection continues as long as the shutter release button is lightly pressed and the reflex mirror is in the viewing position.
Page 253 Exposure Value: A number representing the available combinations of shutter speeds and apertures that give the same exposure effect under conditions of similar scene brightness and ISO. At ISO 100, the combination of a one-second shutter speed and an aperture of f/1.4 is defined as EV1.
Page 254 F-number The numbers on the lens aperture ring and in the camera’s LCD that indicate the relative size of the lens aperture opening. The f-number series is a geometric progression based on changes in the size of the lens aperture, as it is opened and closed.
Page 255 Guide number The guide number indicates the power of a flash in relation to ISO. Guide numbers, quoted in either meters or feet, are used to calculate the f/stop for correct exposure as follows: guide number f/stop = ——————————— flash-to-subject distance Using a selected aperture, we can calculate the required flash-to-subject distance with the formula: flash-to-subject distance = ———————...
Page 256 Manual flash Flash output is controlled manually in manual flash mode, unlike in auto flash mode, where flash output power varies automatically according to the selected aperture. Some Speedlights, including the NIKON SB-28, SB-27, SB-26, SB-25, SB-24 and SB-20, provide selectable manual outputs (full, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/16, etc.), while others provide full manual output only.
Page 257 Release-Priority for autofocus Shutter can be released anytime (i.e., even when subject is not in focus). Helps you avoid missed opportunities when you are not concerned with absolute focusing precision. Release-Priority is given to Continuous Servo AF mode while Focus-Priority is given to Single Servo AF.
Page 258: Appendix E - Problem Report
Appendix E - Problem Report KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS 700 Series Digital Camera Customer Return Address Name______________________________________________________________ Company___________________________________________________________ Address____________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ City________________________________State_____Zip_____________--______ Phone ( ) ______________________________________________________ Equipment Description Camera Serial Number -- K____________________________________________ (See the bottom of the camera next to “S/N.” The serial number begins with a “K.”)
Page 260: Appendix F - Remote Control Accessories
Appendix F - Remote Control Accessories The following accessories (available from NIKON) are compatible with your camera: NIKON Name Code MC-20 Remote card MC-21 Extension cord MC-22 Remote cord with banana terminal MC-23 Connecting cord for simultaneous shutter release MC-30 Remote cord MC-33 Personal computer...
Page 261 NIKON Name Code ML-2 Modulite remote control set ML-3 Modulite remote control set AC-1WE Computer link software package (for Windows) AC-1ME Computer link software package (for Macintosh) MF-27 Data back MF-28 Multi-control back Compatibility Notes Out of use Necessary signal does not provide from 10 pin terminal Out of use...
Page 262 Numerics 3D Color Matrix Metering 6-9 AC Adapter 3-14 Connecting 3-15 Accessory Shoe 2-28 Actuations 4-4 AE/AF Lock 11-16 AF Area Mode Selecting 7-4 Anti-aliasing Filter Cleaning 14-3 Effect on Focus 7-15 Re-installing 14-3 Removing 14-3 Aperture Locking 11-7 Setting 11-4 11-9 Aperture-Priority Auto Exposure Mode Capturing Images In 11-4...
Page 263 Custom Settings 11-32 Description 11-34 Making 11-32 Resetting to Factory Settings 11-33 Using the Properties Menu 4-5 Date and Time 4-1 DCS 700 Series Camera Back 2-4 Camera Bottom 2-5 Camera Front 2-3 Camera Sides 2-6 Camera Top 2-5 Specifications A-1...
Page 264 Autofocus 7-6 Continuous Servo Release-Priority 7-9 Single Servo AF with Focus- Priority 7-6 Manual Focus 7-10 Using a Clear Matte Field 7-13 With Electronic Rangefinder 7-11 Single Servo AF with Focus-Priority Moving Subject 7-8 Single Subject 7-7 Focusing Special Situations 7-13 Tips 7-13 Focusing Screen Changing 2-32...
Page 265 Neck Strap 2-33 Nomenclature 2-3 PC Card Reader 12-1 PC Cards 5-1 Formatting 5-6 Inserting 5-3 Removing 5-3 Types 5-1 PCMCIA Card See PC Cards 5-1 Power Cords 3-9 PowerSave Mode 3-12 Problem Report E-1 Programmed Auto Exposure Mode 6-13 Properties 4-2 Display Time 4-3 Use Folder 1 4-4...
Page 266 Universal Power Cords 3-9 3-15 VCCI Statement 1-7 Vertical Controls 8-12 Viewfinder 2-8 Changing 2-31 Compatibility C-1 Viewfinder Diopter 2-24 White Balance 6-1 Color Temperature 6-2 Determining Current Settings 6-2 White Balance Settings 6-4 Deleting 6-5 Loading 6-6 Saving 6-8 Windows System Requirements 1-2 Index-5...
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Important Information

About Your Camera

Powering Your Camera

Configuring Your Camera

Using a PC Card

Controlling Exposure

Focusing

Capturing Images

Flash Photography

Working with Images on the Camera

Advanced Operation

Connecting to Your Computer

Transmitting Data

Camera Care

Appendix A - Specifications

Appendix B - Troubleshooting

Appendix C - Lens and Viewfinder Compatibility

Appendix D - Glossary

Appendix E - Problem Report

Appendix F - Remote Control Accessories

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