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- Page 1 XT Camera System User Manual...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Exposure Level Increments Assembling the XT Camera System Display Off During Exposure XT Camera System Modularity Virtual Horizon Tool Attaching the IQ4 to the XT Camera Body Bracketing tool Rotating the XT Camera Time Lapse tool Loading and removing the batteries... - Page 3 Power over USB-C Phase One Information Using a USB-C Power bank Warranty and Uptime Guarantee External XF Power Supply General Conditions Power input priority for the XT Camera System Power Management Options Notices Tethering Connections Gigabit Ethernet connection Ethernet Cables...
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Page 4: Primary Parts Of The Xt Camera System
Primary parts of the XT Camera System XT Camera Body, IQ4 and XT Lens Shutter Release Button Lens Panel Lock Lens Panel Lock XT Lens Focus Ring Tripod Rotation Lock Rotatable Tripod Mount XT Camera System Manual | Primary parts of the XT Camera System... - Page 5 Gigabit Ethernet Port XQD and SD card compartment 12-pin Multi- connector Port HDMI C Port IQ4 Touch Screen USB-C Port Battery Compartment On/Off Button Flash Sync Port IQ4 XT Camera System Manual | Primary parts of the XT Camera System...
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Page 6: Assembling The Xt Camera System
The XT Camera System is a modular system and consist of a XT Camera Body, an IQ4 Digital Back and a XT Lens. The IQ4 can also be used on a XF Camera Body and since the lens mount is compatible with Cambo WRS lenses, these can be used with the system too. -
Page 7: Rotating The Xt Camera
Changing lenses Lens Panel Lock Lens Panel Lock It is easy to mount and exchange the lens on the XT Camera Body. Note that the lens mount is compatible with all Cambo WRS lenses. Mounting the Lens Panel Ensure that both lens panel locks are open. - Page 8 Then rotate the tripod mount system all the way up to the area with the removed XT plate. 5) Remove the tripod mount system. 6) Slide the XT corner piece back in place and secure it by fastening the torx screw from step 2. XT Camera System Manual |...
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Page 9: Loading And Removing The Batteries
For instance Image Browsing, Live View and WiFi use will reduce the number of shots available on a single charge. The age and condition of the battery also has an effect on battery life. XT Camera System Manual | Readying the camera system... -
Page 10: Charging The Batteries
(Gigabit Ethernet or USB-C). Charging a device by USB The XT Pro Cube 2 can also be used to charge a device like a smartphone by connecting it to the USB port on the charger. The display will show USB when doing so. - Page 11 Never leave the battery in the charger for an extensive period of time. When charging is complete, remove the battery and unplug the charger from power outlet. When the battery is left in the XT Camera a small amount of current is drawn, resulting in accelerated discharge and shorter battery life. Remove the batteries when not in use.
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Page 12: Setting Date, Time And Language
Time. Setting Language on the IQ4 The XT Camera System is delivered with the language set to English by default. Follow the steps below to change the language of the IQ4 to one of eight others available, including German, Russian, Korean, Japanese, Chinese (simplified), Swedish, Italian and Spanish. -
Page 13: Installing An Xqd Card
It is possible to either active Live View on the screen, to turn the display on or to disable any action. This is set by entering the IQ4 Menu and selecting XT Menu > Shutter Half Press > and choosing one of the options. - Page 14 Restoring the defaults The IQ4 is supplied preconfigured with a number of default settings ready for use, either when purchased by itself, or with the XT. After adjustment of these settings, you can restore the back to the factory defaults from the back’s screen by pressing Menu > System Settings >...
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Page 15: Xt Camera System - Getting Started
Shutter button is found on the XT Camera Body. Finally, focus is adjusted manually on the XT Lens. This chapter will give a quick overview on how to get started while the succeeding chapters will explain all the functionality and options in detail. -
Page 16: Xt Capture Settings
Capture One. The horizontal and vertical (rise/fall) movements is operated by Horizontal Shift Dial on the top of the XT Camera Body and the Vertical Shift Dial located at the right-hand side of the camera. You can check the amount of X movements in millimeters at the top of the camera body with the Horizontal Shift Scale and the amount of Y movements in millimeters on the side of the camera body with the Vertical Shift Scale. -
Page 17: Capturing Images
Capturing Images You can either capture an image by pressing the Shutter Release Button on the XT Camera or by tapping on the Capture Button in the IQ4 touch screen when in Camera Controls or Live View. Viewing the Image The captured image will be shown on the IQ4 screen automatically as a default behavior. -
Page 18: Iq4 Navigation
Camera Controls, Browser, Viewer, Tools Viewer or Live View mode. See next page for a visual guide to the swipe feature. Swipe in for Actions (left) and Tools (right) XT Camera System Manual | IQ4 Navigation... -
Page 19: Using The Shortcuts Menu
(Capture One) is currently present. A white icon indicates that there is a host. Status Bar If you swipe down from the top of the screen, the Status Menu will reveal more information (see next page). XT Camera System Manual | IQ4 Navigation... -
Page 20: Status Menu
You can also swipe up from the bottom of the IQ4 touch screen and selecting the icon. Please see the Live View chapter for full information about the available features and Tools in this mode. Live View icon XT Camera System Manual | IQ4 Navigation... -
Page 21: Changing Settings In Tools
The two keys to the right are used to navigate up and down. The top-left key is used to move a step back out of the currently selected menu item and will finally end in the Mode selected last, for example Camera Controls. XT Camera System Manual | IQ4 Navigation... -
Page 22: Camera Controls
Capturing an image You can either capture an image by pressing the Shutter Release Button on the XT Camera or by tapping on the Capture Button on the IQ4 touch screen. Shift values... -
Page 23: Long Exposure
Live View exposure features. Long Exposure The XT Camera System is capable of long exposures up to 60 minutes in duration. No special Exposure mode is required, you just need to select the desired Shutter Speed and start the capture. -
Page 24: Choosing The File Format
Shutter Speed, Aperture or ISO value. You can use either 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV increments. To change this, enter the IQ4 Menu and select XT Menu > EV Steps > then and choose either 1/1, 1/2 or 1/3. Display Off During Exposure You can make sure that the screen is turned off during the exposure. -
Page 25: Virtual Horizon Tool
Once you are ready to begin the Bracketing sequence, press the shutter button on the XT Camera or the Capture Button on the touch screen. If you want to abort the capture sequence, tap on the stop icon in the lower right. -
Page 26: Time Lapse Tool
Once you are ready to begin the Time Lapse sequence, press the shutter button on the XT Camera or the Capture button on the screen. If you want to abort the capture sequence, tap on the stop icon in the lower right. -
Page 27: Live View
Adjusting Exposure in Live View The exposure is adjusted manually on the XT Camera System. It is highly recommended to use Live View mode as it provides a number of visual aids such as Exposure evaluation meter, Exposure Simulation, live Histograms and RAW Clipping Warning that makes it easy to adjust the exposure manually with the required precision. -
Page 28: Exposure Simulation
Once the Clip Warning Tool is enabled, adjust shutter speed, aperture and/or the ISO value until the highlights are no longer clipped. Note that the warnings are disabled if you are using the Auto gain feature explained on the next page. XT Camera System Manual | Live View... -
Page 29: Using Auto Gain For Automatic Brightness
Live View feed that has high contrast and are thus likely to be in focus. It will update continuously as you adjust focus manually on the XT Camera. This feature is especially useful when you have zoomed into the image. -
Page 30: Displaying A Grid
You can capture an image while in Live View by pressing the shutter release button on the XT Camera Body (or via a connected cable release), but you also have the option to capture directly from the Live View screen by tapping on the Capture button in the lower-right corner. -
Page 31: Virtual Horizon Tool
IQ Settings > Preview > Preview in LiveView. You can set it from 3 to 10 seconds. Note that it is also an option to turn Preview off, if you prefer an uninterrupted Live View feed. XT Camera System Manual | Live View... -
Page 32: Viewing Images
Note: The Viewer has an alternative mode similar to that on the IQ3 where certain tools are always displayed to the right of the image. Please see the Tools Viewer chapter for full information about the available Tools in this mode. XT Camera System Manual | Viewing Images... -
Page 33: Image Info
Legend and whether the exposure Labels should be denoted as EV steps, Luminosity values or turned off (None). To toggle the visibility of the Exposure Zone tool on and off, tab at the bottom right thumbnail. XT Camera System Manual | Viewing Images... -
Page 34: Setting A Custom White Balance
IQ4 to select the next image or press the top-right key to select the prior image. The selected image is highlighted with a blue frame. Tap on an image to select it and show it in full screen Viewer mode. XT Camera System Manual | Viewing Images... -
Page 35: Deleting Multiple Images
Configure Masks menu becomes available. They work the same as with the exposure mask in the Viewer, so please see earlier in this chapter for formation on how to configure them. XT Camera System Manual | Viewing Images... -
Page 36: Tools Viewer
There are three sections with tools on the right of the image. Note that while in the Tools Viewer mode, you can still browse through the images by swiping with your finger either left or right on the image. XT Camera System Manual | Tools Viewer... -
Page 37: Histogram
Thresholds… Then move either the Highlight Threshold or the Shadow Threshold slider until they reach the desired level. Close the menu by tapping on the arrow in the top-left corner. XT Camera System Manual | Tools Viewer... -
Page 38: Exposure Zone
The Tools Viewer mode also have the same Actions as the regular Viewer mode, namely deleting and rating images, that you can access by swiping in from the left edge of the screen. Please see the Viewing Images chapter on how to use these. XT Camera System Manual | Tools Viewer... -
Page 39: File Storage Setup
XQD card, for example. If Present. This is the default mode. IQ4 will save a copy of the captured image here if it detects that the card or Host Storage is available. XT Camera System Manual | File Storage Setup... -
Page 40: Sd Card Storage Options
SD card once the XQD card is full. Note that if the SD storage card has been set to Off, you will not be able to browse and view the images captured to the SD card. XT Camera System Manual | File Storage Setup... -
Page 41: Direct Image Transfer
Note that the IQ4 doesn’t keep a record on what files it have transferred to the computer when it is turned off. It will therefore initiatie a new full file transfer when you turn it on again. XT Camera System Manual | File Storage Setup... -
Page 42: File Formats
File formats Phase One has engineered a clever RAW file format compression named Intelligent Image Quality (IIQ). The IQ4 provides five different versions of the IIQ RAW format to ensure that you can always pick the best depending on whether image quality, size, or workflow speed is the most important. In addition to saving the captured images as RAW, you can also add a IQ Style and save a jpeg version. -
Page 43: Fast, Prerecorded Black Reference Frame
Fast, prerecorded Black Reference Frame The new Prerecorded option for Black Reference Frame recording on the IQ4 150MP will provide a faster capture. The option is a parameterized, prerecorded method, thus removing the need for the black reference frame recording that is normally needed after each new image capture. The option is particularly useful when shooting with the Electronic Shutter with technical cameras. -
Page 44: Capture One Inside Styles
B&W Neutral. 6. IQ Professor The Image Quality Professor’s choice of image adjustments. Please see the Image Quality Professor’s blog on phaseone.com for an explanation of the included image adjustments as this style is meant to showcase the possibilities of the IQ Styles and might change with a future firmware. -
Page 45: Creating A Custom Iq Style
If you want to use one of the Capture One Styles that you have previously saved, you can locate those on Windows under %localappdata% > Capture One > Styles and on Mac under Library > Application Support > Capture One > Styles. XT Camera System Manual | Capture One Inside Styles... - Page 46 Style menu as any other Style by tapping on the style icon on Camera Controls or by going to the menu and choosing File Settings > Style > Custom Style 1-3. XT Camera System Manual | Capture One Inside Styles...
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Page 47: Custom White Balance
The raw files will contain the white balance settings for correction in Capture One, so capturing a reference white balance file with a gray card under the intended light source will speed up the workflow. XT Camera System Manual | Custom White Balance... -
Page 48: Taking Advantage Of Shift Movements
12mm left or right as well as accepting a 12mm rise or fall. Note that since the tripod foot is mounted to the XT Lens/Camera and not the IQ4, it is in effect the sensor that is being shifted against the image circle. -
Page 49: Lens Image Circle And Useable Movements
Rodenstock where their Digaron W-series implies a Wide image circle. The 100 mm image circle in the XT - Rodenstock HR 70mm f/5.6 lens provides full coverage for shifting the lens 12mm horizontally or vertically. It is even possible to combine a full 12mm horizontally and vertically shift, effectively reaching the border of the image circle. - Page 50 Photoshop to stitch the images correctly, but 2 captures horizontally and 2 captures vertically (4 in all) should be sufficient to take full advantage of the large image circle on the XT - Rodenstock HR 70mm f/5.6.
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Page 51: Lens Cast Calibration
© Drew Altdoerffer Lens Cast Calibration Lenses on XT Camera System have their rear element positioned close to the sensor surface of the IQ4 and is therefore projecting the light in a very steep angle, which can result in color cast and luminance uniformity issues effecting image quality. - Page 52 Profile menu. Then select the Movement tab. Make sure that the metadata Focal Length, Aperture (f), Shift x, and Shift y is correct. These will be added automatically when using the XT Camera System. Otherwise, enter the correct values.
- Page 53 (Focal Length, Aperture, Shift X, and Shift Y values) in order to recommend the most suitable preset. If you are not using a XT Camera System, you will need to enter this metadata correctly for all images. This process can be speeded up by copying the metadata from one image to several others.
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Page 54: Automatic Frame Averaging
Continuous mode. Finally, start the capture sequence by tapping on the Capture button. The XT Camera System will now take a series of captures and average the exposures continuously in background. A Progress bar will inform you how far the exposure sequence is from being completed. - Page 55 Capture One after the fact. This workflow will work out very nicely because the Automatic Frame Averaging files are extremely clean and noise free. XT Camera System Manual | Automatic Frame Averaging...
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Page 56: Electronic Shutter (Es)
We highly recommend using Electronic Shutter with a tripod. You enable the Electronic Shutter on the XT Camera System by entering the IQ4 Menu and selecting XT Menu > Shutter Mode and ensure that it is set to ES Only. XT Camera System Manual |... -
Page 57: Enable Antiflickering
Be aware that the fastest available shutter speed will be capped when using Electronic Shutter in combination with the Antiflickering feature. If you have selected 50Hz, the fastest possible shutter speed will be 1/100 second, while 60Hz sets the limit to 1/125 second. XT Camera System Manual | Electronic Shutter (ES) -
Page 58: Using Electronic Shutter (Es) Without The Xt Camera Body
Note that since the aperture is set on the technical camera’s lens (if not using a XT Camera), you will need to enter the used aperture value in order for it to be written correctly into the metadata of the image. - Page 59 Note that if the time span between pushing the Wake-Up button and the shutter release is too long, the capture will be abandoned and the IQ4 will show you a warning. XT Camera System Manual | Electronic Shutter (ES)
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Page 60: Power Connections
USB-C device (it can in theory draw up to 16V and 3A). The IQ4 is thus capable of drawing plenty power over USB-C to keep the XT Camera System running under heavy usage with Live View while also being able to charge the battery. -
Page 61: Using A Usb-C Power Bank
12 pin multi connector port on the IQ4. If you need to have both a cable release and the XT Power Supply attached using the same 12 pin multi connector port, the Phase One Break Out Box (B.O.B.) accessory will solve that as you can connect the XT Power Supply to... -
Page 62: Power Management Options
This option will ensure that the screen on the IQ4 will turn off after a period without use to preserve battery power. It is set to 1 minute by default. It can be set from 5 seconds and up to Always on. XT Camera System Manual | Power Connections... -
Page 63: Tethering Connections
Tethering Connections The XT Camera System provides two different options for powerful, fast, and reliable tethering via cable. In addition there is an option for wireless tethering, allowing you to choose the best possible workflows for your specific needs. This chapter will cover how to set up and take advantage of the different tethering connections on the IQ4. -
Page 64: Usb-C Connection
IQ4 port in order to make a firm connection that can’t wiggle during use. Launch Capture One version 11.2.1 (or later), and the XT Camera System will connect automatically. The IQ4 will show up in the Camera tool in Capture One, and you are ready to start your capture session. -
Page 65: Wireless Connection
Status Menu. At the bottom by the WiFi icon, a status text like this will be shown if there are images in flight: Connected Images Pending: 2 81% (2,8 MB/s). Once this proces is completed, the images will show up in Capture One. XT Camera System Manual | Tethering Connections... -
Page 66: Managing Known Wifi Networks
By default, the IQ4 will automatically detect if a XQD card is available and save copies of the captured images there too. Please read the File Storage chapter on how to change the Storage Mode on the IQ4. XT Camera System Manual | Tethering Connections... -
Page 67: Security Settings
The user interface is locked (both the touch screen and the buttons), but it is still possible to capture images with the XT Camera or by tethering. Lock UI is useful when you want to lock all settings in a busy working enviroment or let another person shoot with the IQ4. -
Page 68: Creating A New Security Code
This also mean that you will have to change the Host Access Code if you want to ensure that new users of Capture One on your computer are prompted for an access key. XT Camera System Manual | Security Settings... -
Page 69: Live View Over Hdmi
Note that the feature looks for high contrast areas, so smooth zones like skin tones or a clear sky might not be highlighted, even if that part of the image is within the depth of focus. XT Camera System Manual | HDMI Live View... -
Page 70: Showing The Iq4 Ui Over Hdmi
Capture One. You will need to download and install version 11.2.1 to support the IQ4. Once the IQ4 is connected to Capture One, go to the Camera Settings tool and open the IQ > HDMI panel. Here you will find the HDMI options. XT Camera System Manual | HDMI Live View... -
Page 71: Capture One Pro
Capture One Pro The XT Camera System is bundled with Capture One Pro. You will need version 11.2.x or later to work with the IQ4. Installing on Mac Capture One 12 software includes an easy-to-use installer that will install all the software necessary to run the application on a Mac running macOS 10.12.6,... -
Page 72: System Requirements
4k/5k monitors will require additional resources in addition to the above recommended spec (both in GPU and CPU power). For a Professional experience we recommend at least doubling the specification above for these configurations. XT Camera System Manual | Capture One Pro... - Page 73 If you are experiencing problems activating the software, follow the instructions provided in the application, read the Capture One help manual online, or visit our website for inspiration and troubleshooting: http://www.phaseone.com/ support XT Camera System Manual | Capture One Pro...
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Page 74: Capture One Tethered Use
Capture One Help menu or go direct to https://help.phaseone.com/en/CO12/Tethered-Capture.aspx Charge when tethered The IQ4 has an integrated battery charger to ensure that the batteries are charged when shooting tethered to a computer. XT Camera System Manual | Capture One Tethered Use... -
Page 75: Import Images Into Capture One Pro
6. Press “Import” or “Import All”. You can continue working while images are imported in the background. Capture One User Guide Available in the Capture One Help menu or go direct to: http://help.phaseone.com XT Camera System Manual | Capture One Tethered Use... -
Page 76: Capture Pilot
IQ4 and the app. Capture Pilot enables the user to remotely control the camera’s exposure settings and trigger the shutter on the XT Camera System. In addition, Capture Pilot allows browsing and geotagging of images, and even supports remote live view. Capture Pilot is available on Apple iOS devices like iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. -
Page 77: Using Capture Pilot
On the right side, you can move through the captured images. Using Capture Pilot Adjust exposure settings Capture Enable Camera Controls Show Histogram Move throgh Toggle Camera captured images Controls off Rate and Color Tag images XT Camera System Manual | Capture Pilot... -
Page 78: Backup System Setup
System with other photographers. It is also a convenient way to quickly be able to reuse all of your settings if you often rent an XT Camera System. The backup file is stored at the root of the memory card. From there, it can be copied to your computer for further backup or sharing. -
Page 79: System Maintenance
Note: If the XT Camera is suddenly taken from a cold to a warm place, condensation may form on internal parts. In this case, do not use the camera. -
Page 80: Cleaning The Sensor On Iq4
Focus accuracy is dependent on the presence of the IR filter. 2. It is only possible to remount the filter without dust degrading the sensor if you have access to special clean room facilities. 3. The Phase One Product Warranty will be void. XT Camera System Manual | System Maintenance... -
Page 81: Updating The Xt Iq4 System Firmware
3. Insert the XQD card into the IQ4. 4. On IQ4 select Menu > System Settings > Firmware > Update Firmware. 5. The XT IQ4 Camera System will now update with all relevant firmware Updating Firmware from the IQ4 updates. -
Page 82: Phase One Information
Phase One IQ4 digital back Phase One XT Camera Body An optional number of XT Lenses purchased on the same system order. *The 5 Year Limited Warranty consist of a 1 year warranty and 4 additional years of warranty that are granted after registration of the product(s). To activate the 4 additional years of Phase One warranty, customers are required to register the product(s) online at www.phaseone.com/My-Pages, or through... -
Page 83: General Conditions
Phase One. consequence of deficiencies in Phase Otherwise shipping costs are borne *Uptime Guarantee might be One’s deliveries. by you. impractical to achieve due to heavily XT Camera System Manual | General Conditions... -
Page 84: Notices
Feature descriptions in this manual are referring to: following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, XT Camera System with firmware IQ4_4.00.4x.fwr and Capture One 12.1.2 and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference Colorspace images created in CROMiX ColorThink.
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