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Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
When in Portable Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
When Connected to a MACINTOSH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
When Connected to a PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Electromagnetic Emissions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Japan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Taiwan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
European Union (EU) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
About the DCS Pro Back Plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Front (Attaches to Camera Body) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Sides. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Imager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Focus Screen Overlay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Applying an Overlay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    When Connected to a MACINTOSH ........
  • Page 2: Menu Bar

    Cancel Button ............28 Quick Guide for Using the Image LCD and Digital Buttons ......29 Power Button .
  • Page 3 MAMIYA Interface Plate ..........34 Connecting the DCS Pro Back Plus to the Camera Body ......35 Disconnecting the DCS Pro Back Plus from the Camera Body .
  • Page 4 Video Signal ............53 Using the Camera Connected to a Computer ....... 54 Getting Started .
  • Page 5: Multiple Image Display Mode

    Navigating through Displayed Images ........
  • Page 6: Overexposure Indicator

    Checking the Current Firmware Version........
  • Page 7 Warnings and Cautions ........
  • Page 8: Overview

    This is an on-line manual. Click the following with the KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro items to jump to the associated topic: Back Plus (DCS Pro Back Plus). It does not Entries in the Table of Contents or Index describe the following:...
  • Page 9: Introduction

    Overview Introduction Thank you for purchasing the KODAK If you use a HASSELBLAD 503CXi or 503CW PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro Back Plus. This camera body, you must use the HASSELBLAD digital camera back attaches to the following Winder CW and the KODAK PROFESSIONAL...
  • Page 10 Overview The DCS Pro Back Plus is designed for studio and portable use. Take care to avoid inclement weather. You can use the DCS Pro Back Plus connected to a MACINTOSH computer (page 54), a PC, or in portable mode (page 60).
  • Page 11: Features

    Features 16 Megapixel imager (4080 x 4080 pixels) Power source When connected to computer: From Untethered burst rate: 1 image / 2 seconds, included AC adapter burst depth: 6 images (varies depending on image content and type of Compact Flash...
  • Page 12: System Requirements

    Overview System Requirements In addition to items included with the DCS Pro When Connected to a MACINTOSH Back Plus, your camera body and its Mac OS 9.1 or higher (with CarbonLib 1.5 accessories, the following items are required: or higher) or Mac OS 10.2.3 or higher...
  • Page 13: When Connected To A Pc

    IEEE 1394 card with dual ports or an IEEE 1394 card with a single port and an IEEE 1394 hub. If you do not have an IEEE 1394 hub and you have a computer with a single IEEE 1394 port, you must operate the DCS Pro Back Plus using battery power.
  • Page 14: Electromagnetic Emissions

    Electromagnetic Emissions Japan This is a Class A product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this equipment is used in a domestic environment, radio disturbance may arise. When such trouble occurs, the user may be required to take corrective action.
  • Page 15: European Union (Eu)

    NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
  • Page 16: About The Dcs Pro Back Plus

    DCS Pro Back Plus Interface Plate Image LCD Tilt Latch Power button Camera Ready LED * To obtain correct focus you must use either an IR filter (included) or an anti-aliasing filter (available as an accessory). Next Index Back...
  • Page 17: Sides

    About the DCS Pro Back Plus Sides Card2 Busy LED Lens Sync Cable Card1 Eject button jack Flash Sync Cable Remote Shutter jack Release jack Card2 slot IEEE 1394 Port Card1 slot Card door Battery Connection S-Video Output jack jack...
  • Page 18: Top

    Vertical pixels: 4080 Plus Release Total pixels: 16,646,400 button with safety release catch Horizontal active area (mm): 36.72 Vertical active area (mm): 36.72 The imager is located behind the IR or anti- aliasing filter (page 20). Next Index Back Contents...
  • Page 19: Focus Screen Overlay

    Focus Screen Overlay Applying an Overlay Remove the viewfinder from the camera body. The viewfinder’s field of view is greater than that of the imager. Therefore, an apparent focal Lay a Focus Screen overlay over the focus length magnification or telephoto effect appears screen.
  • Page 20: Ir Filter

    A removable (page 21) IR filter is included with You can replace the IR filter with an anti-aliasing the DCS Pro Back Plus. This filter, which is filter which can be purchased separately from installed in front of the imager, maintains proper Kodak.
  • Page 21: Removing An Ir Or Anti-Aliasing Filter

    About the DCS Pro Back Plus Removing an IR or Anti-aliasing Filter Inserting a Filter Insert the two tabs at the bottom of the filter CAUTION: into the slots on the DCS Pro Back Plus. The Anti-aliasing filter and IR filter are fragile devices and must be handled with care.
  • Page 22: Image Lcd

    About the DCS Pro Back Plus Image LCD How the Image LCD Works You can view images on the Image LCD in a There is a two-inch diagonal Image LCD on the variety of display modes. You can also access...
  • Page 23: Turning The Image Lcd On And Off

    About the DCS Pro Back Plus Turning the Image LCD On and Off Tilting the Image LCD Power the DCS Pro Back Plus by battery Slide the Image LCD Tilt Latch and tilt the LCD to (page 61) or AC Adapter (page 55).
  • Page 24: Menu Bar

    Displaying and Navigating the Menu Bar Turn the Image LCD on (page 23). The Menu bar is available in any Display mode (page 68) except Zoom mode when the Region Press the Menu button to turn the Menu bar of Interest box is disabled. The Menu bar...
  • Page 25: Menus

    Many DCS Pro Back Plus functions can be your choice. accessed through the menus on the Image LCD. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for each screen. (If the choices are “horizontal” as in the example Making a Menu Selection below, use the left or right of the Four-way...
  • Page 26 About the DCS Pro Back Plus Menu Hierarchy Next Index Back Contents...
  • Page 27: Status Screen

    (page 65) Highlight the Status screen icon (page 24). d - Appears if the DCS Pro Back Plus is The Status screen appears with the following connected to a computer (page 55) information: flashes if the Capture Studio software is not...
  • Page 28: Digital Buttons

    About the DCS Pro Back Plus Digital Buttons OK Button Turns the Image LCD on The Four-way switch and the OK, Cancel, and Menu buttons activate the digital functions. Enables the Region of Interest box (Zoom mode) Four-way Switch Implements a zoom when Region of...
  • Page 29: Quick Guide For Using The Image Lcd And Digital Buttons

    About the DCS Pro Back Plus 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: Press the OK button.
  • Page 30: Power Button

    About the DCS Pro Back Plus Power Button The Power button turns the camera on and off when the camera is powered by a battery. This button does not function when the camera is powered by the IEEE 1394 connection.
  • Page 31: Ports And Jacks

    About the DCS Pro Back Plus Ports and Jacks Lens Sync Cable Jack The included lens sync cable plugs in here and allows the DCS Pro Back Plus to monitor whether the lens-shutter is open or closed. Lens Sync Cable...
  • Page 32: Remote Shutter Release Port

    About the DCS Pro Back Plus Remote Shutter Release Port Kodak carries two accessory cables which plug into the Remote Shutter Release Port. One cable allows the DCS Pro Back Plus to work with the Remote Shutter HASSELBLAD 555ELX camera body. The other Release jack...
  • Page 33: The Basics

    The Basics Assembling the Camera Do the following before using your camera. Connect the following cables, as needed: DCS Pro Back Plus Lens Shutter Sync cord " In this manual, the term “camera” refers to (page 38) the camera body with attached DCS Pro Back Plus.
  • Page 34: Connecting The Dcs Pro Back Plus To The Camera Body And Accessories

    The Basics Connecting the DCS Pro Back Plus to the Camera Body and Accessories This section provides instructions for connecting MAMIYA Interface Plate the DCS Pro Back Plus to the camera body, and for connecting a lens, a flash, and an S-Video A DCS Pro Back Plus MAMIYA Interface Plate monitor to the DCS Pro Back Plus.
  • Page 35: Connecting The Dcs Pro Back Plus To The Camera Body

    Connecting the DCS Pro Back Plus to the IMPORTANT: Camera Body Do not touch or strike the exposed IR filter (or If using a MAMIYA RZ67 PRO II, you must first anti-aliasing filter) or set it down on a surface.
  • Page 36 The Basics Position the slots at the bottom of the DCS Pro Back Plus on the locating posts on the camera body or MAMIYA interface plate. Contact pads Gently press the DCS Pro Back Plus onto the camera back or to the attached DCS Pro Back Plus MAMIYA interface plate.
  • Page 37: Disconnecting The Dcs Pro Back Plus From The Camera Body

    Slide the DCS Pro Back Plus Release button Place the camera on a table or other flat to the right. surface. If the DCS Pro Back Plus is being powered by a battery pack, turn the camera off and unplug the battery cable (page 61).
  • Page 38: Connecting The Camera Lens

    The Basics Connecting the Camera Lens Connect the other end of the cord to the Lens Sync Cable jack on the DCS Pro Back Plus. You must connect the included Lens Sync cable to the camera lens and the DCS Pro Back Plus so that the DCS Pro Back Plus knows when the lens shutter opens and closes.
  • Page 39: Connecting Flash/Strobe Units

    The Basics Connecting Flash/Strobe Units Only external flash/strobe units can be used with the DCS Pro Back Plus. There is no built-in flash or hot shoe. Connect your studio flash sync cable to the Flash Sync Cable jack. Contents Next...
  • Page 40: Image Files

    You must use the DCS Capture Studio or DCS Photo Desk software to convert the .DCR files to a format such as JPEG or TIFF before you can open, view, or print them using other image editing or processing applications.
  • Page 41: Storing Images

    The Basics Storing Images Images are stored on either a Compact Flash Images are stored on an inserted Compact Flash Card (page 42) inserted in the DCS Pro Back Card when of the following conditions occur: Plus or on the computer hard drive.
  • Page 42: Compact Flash (Cf) Cards

    Compact Flash+ Type 2 Cards (CF Cards). The cards can be solid state or IBM MicroDrives. Card2 slot Card1 slot You can use one or two cards. Only one card is Card door active at a time, and captured images are saved on the active card.
  • Page 43: Inserting A Cf Card

    Open the Card door. Insert a second card, if needed. Insert a card in a slot and press firmly until you The first card inserted is the active card unless feel the card seat. you select the other card (page 45).
  • Page 44: Ejecting A Cf Card

    Do not remove the card when the LED is flashing. Doing so could Card1 Busy LED destroy all image files on the card. Card2 Eject button Press the Eject button next to the card to be ejected. Contents Next Back...
  • Page 45: Selecting A Cf Card Or Folder

    CARD2 is highlighted, indicating the card to be made active. If no card is inserted, an x appears in the Folder Press the OK button. icon on the Menu bar. Repeat to select a folder.
  • Page 46: Accessing Images On A Cf Card

    CF Card or copy them from the card to a folder on the computer’s hard drive. Otherwise, copy the image files to a server which can be...
  • Page 47: Formatting A Cf Card

    Occasionally you may need to format a CF Card " The format operation will not occur when two if it was formatted incorrectly or if the data on the cards are inserted, to prevent formatting the card becomes corrupted. wrong card.
  • Page 48: Properties

    You cannot capture images to the Recover folder. If you capture an image while the IMPORTANT: Recover folder is selected, the image is saved in the default folder specified in Do not format until you save all needed images in Properties (page 52). another location.
  • Page 49: Configuring Your Camera

    Press the left or right side of the Four-way maintains the date and time for up to 14 days. If switch to sequence through the numeric fields. this battery loses its charge, you need to reset the date and time.
  • Page 50: Setting Camera Properties

    Delay before the Image LCD display turns (page 51) Default folder for image capture (page 52) Video format (page 53) Video signal (page 53) In addition, you can view the total number of camera actuations (page 52) The Properties menu appears. Contents Next Back Index...
  • Page 51: Setting Battery Save Onset

    Configuring Your Camera Setting Battery Save Onset Setting Display Off Time When the DCS Pro Back Plus is powered by Extended use of the Image LCD can drain your battery and you don’t touch any controls during battery. For this reason, the LCD turns off after...
  • Page 52: Total Actuations

    Configuring Your Camera Total Actuations Use Folder01 You can determine the number of images You can change the default folder used when a captured by the DCS Pro Back Plus from the time CF Card is inserted (page 43). of its manufacture.
  • Page 53: Video Format

    Configuring Your Camera Video Format Video Signal You can specify the format standard used when You can specify the video signal standard used you view images on an external monitor when you view images on an external monitor: (page 86):...
  • Page 54: Using The Camera Connected To A Computer

    Start the Capture Studio software or Camera computer, do the following. Manager software. Capture images. " It is not necessary to turn the computer off. Review and edit the images, as needed, in the Assemble the camera (page 33). DCS Capture Studio or DCS Photo Desk software and save them to the computer’s...
  • Page 55: Connecting The Camera To The Computer And Power Supply

    A DCS Pro Back Plus 24VDC AC adapter is Plus to a computer and a power supply. included with the DCS Pro Back Plus. Do not use any other type of AC adapter with your camera. DCS Pro Back Plus and DCS Pro Back...
  • Page 56: Connecting To A Computer With Two Ieee 1394 Ports

    Using the Camera Connected to a Computer Connecting to a Computer with Two IEEE Connect one end of the included 10m IEEE 1394 cable to the IEEE 1394 port on the DCS 1394 Ports Pro Back Plus. DCS Pro Back Plus...
  • Page 57: Connecting To A Computer With A Single Ieee 1394 Port

    Connect the other end of the IEEE 1394 cable DCS Pro Back Plus IEEE to any of the ports on the IEEE 1394 hub. 1394 cable Connect the cable from the included AC adapter to either one of the remaining ports on IEEE the IEEE 1394 hub.
  • Page 58: Connecting To A Computer And Using Battery Power

    DCS Pro Back Plus. Battery Computer Battery cable Connect one end of the included 10m IEEE 1394 cable to the IEEE 1394 port on the DCS Pro Back Plus. Turn on the battery pack’s power switch. Contents Next...
  • Page 59: Powering Your Camera

    It takes 5-6 seconds for the DCS Pro Back Plus If you do not use the AC adapter with the IEEE to activate once the initial power signal is 1394 cable, the DCS Pro Back Plus will not received.
  • Page 60: Using The Camera In Portable Mode

    Using the Camera in Portable Mode Using the Camera in Portable Mode Getting Started To start using your camera in portable mode (not Remove the CF Cards from the camera and connected to a computer), do the following: insert them in a card reader.
  • Page 61: Connecting To A Power Supply

    Using the Camera in Portable Mode Connecting to a Power Supply In addition to included accessories, you need: Compatible battery When you are working in portable mode, your Battery cable camera may receive its power from either a compatible third party battery or the included...
  • Page 62: Connecting To The Ac Adapter

    Using the Camera in Portable Mode Connecting to the AC Adapter Turning the Camera On and Off Connect the cable from the included AC Press the Power button to turn the camera on or adapter (page 55) to the IEEE 1394 port on off.
  • Page 63: Conserving Batteries

    Using the Camera in Portable Mode Conserving Batteries Battery Save State To extend the life of the battery pack, keep the To conserve the battery’s charge, the DCS Pro following in mind: Back Plus enters Battery Save state if no DCS...
  • Page 64: Capturing Images

    503CW, or MAMIYA RZ67 PRO II camera body for additional instructions on image capture. Refer also to the list of unsupported features (page 84) for the HASSELBLAD or MAMIYA camera when used with the DCS Pro Back Plus. Contents Next Index Back...
  • Page 65: Formatting Images

    Before You Begin Capturing Images Formatting Images The DCS Pro Back Plus has a square imager To Format Images that captures images with a square format. You can change this format, if needed. Highlight the Menu icon (page 24), and...
  • Page 66: Intervalometer

    For example, if you set the Intervalometer for fifteen exposures at one Change settings, as needed, on the second intervals, the buffer would fill after a few Intervalometer options screens (page 67).
  • Page 67: Intervalometer Options

    Delay Enable Screen: Description: Specifies the Specifies the Specifies the delay Yes enables the number of frames interval between before onset of the Intervalometer with to capture image captures Intervalometer the values function displayed in the Intervalometer screen No disables the...
  • Page 68: Using The Image Lcd

    You can review images on the active CF Card Selecting a Display Mode (page 42) in one of five Display modes: Press the OK button to turn the Image LCD on Single Image mode or, if a menu is displayed, press the Cancel or Zoom mode Menu button to return to Display mode.
  • Page 69: Single Image Display Mode

    Before You Begin Using the Image LCD Single Image Display Mode Enabling or Disabling the Region of Interest Box Press the OK button to enable the Region of The thumbnail for the current image appears with Interest box. the Status bar (page 73) at the left.
  • Page 70 With the Region of Interest box enabled, press the appropriate part of the Four-way switch to move the Region of Interest box around. If the edge of the thumbnail is reached, the image moves in the opposite direction. Next Index...
  • Page 71: Histogram Display Mode

    Using the Image LCD Histogram Display Mode Multiple Image Display Mode When Histogram mode is active, the following Four image thumbnails appear with the Status information appears for the active image: (page 73) at the left. The current image is highlighted.
  • Page 72: Image Delete Display Mode

    You can also delete groups of images (page 75) using a Main menu option. Press the OK or Cancel button in response to the confirmation screen. (The Cancel button " If you delete an image by mistake, you can...
  • Page 73: Status Bar

    Image or Multiple Image Display mode (page 68), Image LCD when you are navigating through a Status bar appears at the left of the display. It images in Single Image or Multiple Image Display contains some or all of the following information. mode (page 68).
  • Page 74: Navigating Through Displayed Images

    If you continue navigating backward after the first image is reached, the navigation wraps around to the last image. To indicate the first or last image in the folder, a blank screen appears after the last or first image. Next...
  • Page 75: Deleting Groups Of Images

    Deleting Groups of Images When prompted, Press the OK or Cancel button. You can delete groups of images using a Main If you Press the OK button, a progress screen menu option. You can also delete single images appears. If you press the Cancel button while...
  • Page 76: Display Contrast

    Choose Overexposure Indicator from the Main Press the top or bottom of the Four-way switch menu. to move the slider bar up to lighten, or down to darken the displayed image. A check mark appears when highlighting is on. Press the OK button to toggle highlighting on or off.
  • Page 77: Tagging Images

    Using the Image LCD Tagging Images Highlight the Tag icon in the Menu bar. You can tag one or more images then perform operations on the tagged (or untagged) images. A check mark appears in the Status bar. Select any Display mode except Delete mode (page 68).
  • Page 78: Caring For Your Dcs Pro Back Plus

    Recommendations for CCD Coverglass. Before connecting the DCS Pro Back Plus to the camera body, clean the slots at the bottom of the DCS Pro Back Plus and the locating posts on the camera body using isopropyl alcohol on a lint- free lens cleaning tissue.
  • Page 79: Storing

    Caring for Your DCS Pro Back Plus Storing These storage tips apply to the DCS Pro Back Wrap in a clean, soft cloth and place in a Plus. Store the camera body as described in the well-ventilated, cool, dry, dust-free place.
  • Page 80 When the DCS Pro Back Plus is removed from the camera body, attach the body cap. Place the top of the body cap at an angle so that it catches the Release button, then press the bottom of the body cap in place.
  • Page 81: Firmware

    Caring for Your DCS Pro Back Plus Firmware Firmware is the software program that runs within the DCS Pro Back Plus and controls its operation. If a new firmware version becomes available, you can download it from the KODAK Web site (www.kodak.com/go/proback) and...
  • Page 82: Updating Firmware

    A confirmation screen appears. Download the firmware to your computer. Press the OK or Cancel button. Insert a CF Card into the card reader attached If you press OK, approximately fifteen seconds to your computer. pass. A progress screen appears while the firmware is updating.
  • Page 83: Specifications

    2-inch diagonal LCD provides image thumbnail, adjustable contrast, and status of digital features IEEE 1394 interface and Used to connect power from the AC Adapter to the DCS Pro Back power source Plus and to transfer images from the DCS Pro Back Plus to a...
  • Page 84: Unsupported Features

    Unsupported or Partially Supported Features (HASSELBLAD Cameras) Most camera body features are supported when Trigger release commands sent to the the DCS Pro Back Plus is attached. (Refer to the remote control socket on the 555ELD HASSELBLAD instruction manual.) Exceptions autowinder are not supported.
  • Page 85: Unsupported Or Partially Supported Features (Mamiya Rz67 Pro Ii)

    Unsupported Features Unsupported or Partially Supported Features (MAMIYA RZ67 PRO II) Most camera body features are supported when the DCS Pro Back Plus is attached. (Refer to the RZ67 PRO II Instruction Manual by MAMIYA.) Exceptions are listed below. Unsupported Camera Body Features...
  • Page 86: Using An S-Video Monitor

    Using an S-Video Monitor Using an S-Video Monitor You can preview images on an external S-Video Connecting monitor. This provides a larger version of the Connect an S-Video cable (not included) to the image displayed on the Image LCD. S-Video Output port.
  • Page 87: Enabling

    Image LCD on. Navigating Through Images Press the left or right side of the Four-way switch to navigate through images in the selected folder. A Video icon appears on the Menu bar.
  • Page 88: Warnings And Cautions

    Treat the imager with extreme care. It is very or written to the card. You may lose data if you expensive to replace. remove a card at this time.
  • Page 89: Glossary

    Glossary Glossary Aliasing Compact Flash Card Artifacts that appear on an image but were not (CF Card) A small, removable device with in the original scene PCMCIA-ATA functionality which stores images captured by the DCS Pro Back Plus Anti-aliasing filter .DCR files...
  • Page 90 IEEE 1394 interface Intervalometer High-speed serial interface that transfers Automatically captures a sequence of images image files from the DCS Pro Back Plus to the at specified intervals over a specified period of computer, provides power (using the included time...
  • Page 91 Glossary S-Video International Standards Organization settings A video interface standard that enables you to regarding the properties of photographic view a camera image on an external monitor speed Luminometer Measures the levels of luminance channel saturation in pixels at the center of the...
  • Page 92 Glossary Tethered Connected to a host computer with an approved IEEE1394 cable Next Back Index Contents...
  • Page 93: Warranty

    1 year from the day of purchase. Kodak warrants the Imager to be free from defects in material and workmanship for 4 years from the date of purchase. Kodak warrants the Infrared Blocking Filter (IR Filter) to be free from defects in material and workmanship for 30 days from the date of purchase.
  • Page 94 Warranty 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 95 Warranty 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 96 In countries other than the United States, warranty terms may be different. Unless a specific Kodak warranty is communicated to the purchaser in writing by Kodak, no warranty or liability exists even though defect, damage or loss may be by negligence or other act of Kodak.
  • Page 97 How to obtain service See your authorized Kodak dealer. If service is required, your Kodak dealer will instruct you to return the unit to the nearest service center for repair and will issue a return authorization number. When returning a KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro Back Plus for repair, you should pack the unit in its original packing materials according to the repacking instructions located on the shipping container.
  • Page 98 A call incident is defined to include only those issues raised during the first telephone or e-mail contact. Follow-up telephone calls by Kodak’s representative, and callbacks to Kodak’s Support Center to resolve the call incident will not be charged as long as charges for any valid, active call Next...
  • Page 99 Warranty number are provided. Calls to report bugs or anomalies will be cancelled. Calls to arrange for service will be cancelled or applied as a credit against the repair estimate or invoice. Service maintenance agreements, which cover the repair and support of the DCS Pro Back Plus and software are available.
  • Page 100 Selecting 45 Cancel 28 Computer, Connecting to 55 Four-way switch 28 Connecting Menu 28 Camera lens to DCS Pro Back Plus 38 Power 30 Camera to the computer and power supply 55 Battery power 58 Single IEEE 1394 port 57...
  • Page 101: Display Off Time 51

    Index Two IEEE 1394 ports 56 Display contrast 76 DCS Pro Back Plus to the camera Display mode 68 body 35 Histogram 71 Flash/Strobe units to the DCS Pro Multiple Image 71 Back Plus 39 Navigating 74 Power supply in portable mode Pan/Zoom.
  • Page 102 Index Checking version 81 Location bar 73 Updating 82 Menu bar 24 Flash Sync Cable jack 31 Status bar 73 Focus screen overlay 19 Turning on and off 23 Folder, Selecting 45 Image LCD and digital buttons Folder01 as default 52...
  • Page 103 Panning 70 Menu bar 24 Zooming 70 Displaying 24 Panning 70 Navigating 24 PC Cards, See Compact Flash Cards 42 Menu button 28 Portable mode 60 Menus 25 Ports and Jacks 31 Multiple Image Display mode 71 Battery connection 31...
  • Page 104: Total Actuations 52

    Recovering Data 48 Tagging images 77 Requirements 12 Total actuations 52 Reviewing images 68 Turning the camera on and off 62 Saving images 41 Unsupported camera features 84 Selecting a CF Card or folder 45 Single Image Display mode 69...
  • Page 105 Index Navigating through images in 70 Zooming 70 Contents Next Index Back Index-6...

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