Equipment Care And Ser Vice; Further Reading - Hasselblad 503CW User Manual

Equipment care & Service
EQUIPMENT CARE
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Keep all equipment and accessories out of the reach of small children.
• Do not place heavy objects on the equipment.
• Do not use the batteries except as specified.
• Use only the batteries specified for use with the 503CWD and CFV.
• Remove the batteries when cleaning the camera or if you intend to leave it
unused for a long period.
• If you use spare (standard or rechargeable) battery packs be particularly
careful to use the supplied protective cap when storing. There is a potential
fire risk if the contacts are short circuited across a conductive object (such as
keys in a pocket, for example).
• Take particular care when working with strobe / studio flash units to prevent
damage to equipment and personal injury.
• Do not attempt to open the digital capture unit.
• Always replace the protective cover when the digital capture unit is not
mounted on the camera.
• Do not touch the exposed sensor filter with your fingers.
• Ensure that the databus connections are not damaged or soiled in any way.
• Keep all foreign objects out of the 503CW and CFV openings.
• Keep the original shipping boxes for storage.
• Keep your 503CWD or CFV and all other computer equipment away from
moisture. If your 503CWD or CFV becomes wet, disconnect from power and
allow it to dry before attempting to operate again.
• Never cover the ventilation openings on the 503CWD or CFV when in use.
• Never try to remove the glass IR filter from the front of the sensor; this will
probably ruin the sensor. If dust manages to get between the sensor and IR
filter, please contact your Hasselblad dealer for assistance.

Further reading

World class results are possible with Hasselblad equipment, witnessed by so
many front covers, international advertising campaigns, famous portraits, his-
torical events, etc. But it is the combination of this fine equipment and the abili-
ties of the photographer that produce memorable images. Some of this skill is
just sound photographic practice and sometimes it is product specific. The fol-
lowing books are recommended for those that wish to immerse themselves in
the world of Hasselblad. The information in them varies from general interest to
completely invaluable.
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Avoid frequent and severe temperature changes and be particularly careful
in humid environments. Allow the equipment to acclimatize whenever pos-
sible before use. Try to ensure the storage conditions in such environments
are as dry as possible.
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Prevent dust and grit from getting into your equipment. In coastal areas take
measures to protect your equipment from sand and salt water spray.
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Avoid physical shocks to the 503CWD and CFV. Some form of protective case
or camera bag is advised for transportation.
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Hasselblad equipment is much sought after and you should take obvious
steps to prevent theft. Never leave it visible in an unattended car, for exam-
ple. Separate and specific camera insurance cover should be considered by
professional users.
SERVICE
Return your equipment to a service centre for occasional checking and
preventive maintenance to ensure optimal reliability.
DISPOSAL
If you need to dispose of a 503CWD, CFV, ImageBank-II and/or batteries,
please do so in an environmentally friendly manner at the local waste
plant/ recycling centre or similar.
"The Hasselblad Manual" (Seventh edition) by Ernst Wildi. Published by Focal
Press - ISBN-10: 0240810260 / ISBN-13: 978-0240810263.
Contains all the information you need to know about the operation of the ana-
logue Hasselblad camera systems, including both recent and earlier equipment.
Also contains excellent general practical photographic advice. Written by a
world-renowned lecturer on the Hasselblad system and its practical application.
A book for the practising Hasselblad photographer.
"Hasselblad System Compendium" by Richard Nordin. Published by Hove
Books - ISBN-10: 1897802102 / ISBN-13: 978-1897802106.
A complete round up of the history of Hasselblad products until 1998. Contains
photos and descriptions of rare items long since out of production. A mine of in-
formation for those interested in a chronicle of the company and the develop-
ment of its products. It contains a unique collection of dates, lists and almost any-
thing you would want to know about the history and background of Hasselblad
equipment. A book more for the Hasselblad collector or as an informational
source for used equipment.
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