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Hasselblad H2D User Manual

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  • Page 1 This manual is a provisional version only. User Manual Provisional version only (V1/English)

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    This manual is a provisional version only. C O N T E N T S Introduction Sensor Unit & digital capture 30 Autofocus Parts & Components Single Shot The control panel Quick Start Continuous System requirements Autofocus mode Shooting Drive Using compac t f lash cards Function Control &...
  • Page 3 Hasselblad had its beginnings during the last fifty years of the last millennium. Within twenty years it was present as mankind took the first small step on the moon. Now, Hasselblad makes its own giant leap forwards into the future. A new foundation on which to build, ensuring the utmost in image-quality, handling and versatility resulting from the most reliable and effi-...
  • Page 4 LCD charts, specifications, etc. Take your time to learn the intricacies and potentials of the H2D. Go at your own pace and ex- plore the possibilities when you feel ready for the next step. Results will be good from the word go, that’s guaranteed, but when you want to make improvements or work more efficiently per-...
  • Page 5 What’s in the box Your new Hasselblad camera may have been supplied in kit form or as separate items. There are a number of possible combi- nations depending on factors such as offers, bundles etc. Please ensure that all the items noted on the accompanying packing information have been supplied and are correct.

  • Page 6: Quick Start

    This manual is a provisional version only. Quick Start This section is a quick start guide to assembling and preparing your new H2D. From separate items, the assembly process should take no more than sev- eral minutes to complete and when the battery is charged you will be able to take simple and straight- forward photographs immediately.
  • Page 7 This manual is a provisional version only. An H2D can be used in a variety of ways but for simplicity’s sake below is a descrip- tion of how to use it with a CF card. Naturally you can skip this section if you wish and go directly to the appropriate section in this manual regarding tethered use etc.
  • Page 8 21. Press the AF / Load button. That’s it! Your Hasselblad H2D is now operational in fully automatic mode. In aver- age lighting conditions the camera will act as a point and shoot camera producing extremely fine results without the need to touch any other but-...

  • Page 9: View F Inder Lcd

    Familiarize yourself with the H2D Take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with the H2D and its various controls. Note the difference between a long press, a short press and a ’click’ with some buttons. For example from the main screen a click of the ON.OFF button will take you to Profiles while a longer press will turn the camera off.

  • Page 10: Function Control

    ■ Rapidly accessible menu ■ Interactive display ■ Customizable functions All functions and settings on the H2D are accessed and altered by the control buttons and wheels on and around the grip aided visually by the LCD user- interface. Digital capture settings can be control- led either by buttons on the sensor unit or through FlexColor on a tethered computer.
  • Page 11 This manual is a provisional version only. Below is an overview of the primary functions of the control wheels and buttons. Some controls have dual or triple func- tions according to the state of the menu or setting. A full description can be found further on in this manual. MENU button Shutter release button Accesses menu.

  • Page 12: Grip Lcd

    This manual is a provisional version only. Grip LCD Typical camera grip display. (The information in brackets describes this particular example). Focus setting Flash condition indication Drive condition (Autofocus setting, single (No exposure compensation, (Single setting) shot mode) normal flash synchronisation) Shutter speed setting (1/400s) Aperture setting...
  • Page 13 This manual is a provisional version only. The basic principle behind making changes is that the appropriate button is first pressed to access the menu and then settings altered by way of the control wheels. The appropriate control wheel is designated by arrowheads alongside the setting description.
  • Page 14 This manual is a provisional version only. Viewfinder LCD Typical viewfinder display. Note the LEDs will only be visible when activated (by the camera or a setting). (The information in brackets describes this particular example). Exposure method indication Aperture setting Exposure compensation Metering method setting (‘aperture priority’...
  • Page 15 This manual is a provisional version only. Menu charts – general The H2D features the advantage of multiple customization of Throughout this manual you will find charts to explain the steps and procedures required to alter the various settings. These settings.
  • Page 16 Press to illuminate the LCD. Remains active until camera enters standby mode. ON.OFF (PROFILES/ESC) button Press the button for a half second to activate the camera. The H2D start-up logo will ap- pear and then the main screen. After a few seconds (customizable) the camera will enter Standby mode.
  • Page 17 Can be reassigned in Custom Settings to another function. Remote release cord port For attaching a remote release cord (electrical). The Hasselblad accessory jack plug socket is protected by a captive rubber plug. STOP DOWN button Press this button to make a visual check of the depth-of-field on the viewfinder screen at the chosen aperture.
  • Page 18 This manual is a provisional version only. There are also two control buttons on the viewfinder, as well as the eyesight cor- rection adjustment wheel: Eyesight correction adjustment wheel The personal eyesight adjustment facility has a diopter range of -4 – +2.5, to suit most users.

  • Page 19: Camera Body

    ■ Integral ergonomic grip ■ Pixel based LCD user interface The H2D camera body is a robust construction of cast aluminium with a stainless steel shell for extreme durability. The workings of the camera are controlled by silicon technology that provides tre- mendous opportunities for sophisticated operation.

  • Page 20: Carr Ying Strap

    The Battery grip rechargeable 7.2V (3043348) is the standard power source for the H2D camera. Remove it from the camera by depressing the battery holder button and simultaneously swinging the battery holder retaining lever down until it stops. Pull battery grip downwards.
  • Page 21 Keep the protective cover in place when not in use. (Short-circuiting across keys in a pocket, for example, could cause a fire risk). • Do not use the battery grip for anything other than an H1/H1D/H2/H2D camera. • Do not immerse the battery grip in liquids.

  • Page 22: Battery Life

    Viewfinder screen 14, 15, 16 The H2D is fitted with a Spherical Acute-Matte D viewfinder screen for extreme brightness, clarity and even illumination. An optional accessory screen with a grid pattern is also available. To change a viewfinder screen, remove the viewfinder to access the viewfinder screen.

  • Page 23: Accessor Y Connec Tion

    This manual is a provisional version only. Accessory connection 16, 17 On the left hand side of the camera body are two accessory retaining screw threads (M5), as well as a databus connector, protected be- neath a cover. The screw threads are a future-safe design feature for new products while the connector is for service purposes only.

  • Page 24: View F Inder Screen

    This manual is a provisional version only. Viewfinder ■ Multi-mode light metering ■ Full exposure information ■ 100% image ■ 90° viewing angle for eye-line composition ■ Full image for spectacle wearers ■ Integral dioptre adjustment ■ Integral flash unit The 90°...
  • Page 25 This manual is a provisional version only.

  • Page 26: Lenses

    Protective filters (UV / Sky) should also be considered at least when working outdoors in harsh conditions. (See Accessories section for information about the CF Adapter that allows the use of C type lenses from the Hasselblad V-system).

  • Page 27: At Taching A Lens

    This manual is a provisional version only. Parts and components A. Lens shade index B. Manual focus ring C. Focusing distance scales D. Depth-of-field scales E. Lens index Attaching a lens 2, 3 Remove the front protective cover on the camera body by depressing the lens release button and keeping it depressed while turning the cover counter-clockwise.

  • Page 28: Infrared Focus Set Tings

    Focus aid As well as the conventional view on the focusing screen to ensure a sharp image, the H2D also features LED focus aid appearing as two arrowheads to the right of the viewfinder display (except for lenses with a maximum aperture of f/6.7 or smaller). The arrow- Focus setting too close for heads provide confirmation of a precision focus setting and are a...

  • Page 29: Cf Adapter

    This manual is a provisional version only. is incorrect if only one arrowhead is visible. If the focus cannot be established, then both arrowheads flash. CF Adapter The CF adapter is an optional accessory that allows virtually all C type lenses from the V-system to be used on H-system camera bodies.

  • Page 30: Sensor Unit

    ■ FlexColor worklow efficiency ■ Instant approval architecture The H system cameras were designed with digital photo- graphy in mind right from the outset so the H2D is a natural development within the world famous H system. Seamless integration and consequently increased efficiency and improved workflow are the results of such a design that...
  • Page 31 The H2D can store captured images in three ways: • Untethered − directly onto a CF card • Tethered − via a FireWire cable onto a Hasselblad Image Bank CF • Tethered − via a FireWire cable onto a computer hard disk The sensor unit has its own controls and graphic interface in the form of a bright and clear OLED.

  • Page 32: The Control Panel

    This manual is a provisional version only. The Control Panel The control panel with its bright OLED screen is the main graphical interface for image checking and sensor unit setting changes when not connected to a computer. However, the grip LCD is still the interface for focus and exposure settings.
  • Page 33 This manual is a provisional version only. Approve / (OK) button This button steps through the three approval levels, thereby assigning an approval status to the image currently displayed (or selected) in the preview screen. (part of the Instant Approval Architecture system). Also acts as a confirmation button (OK button) for some types of menu operations, such as deleting images;...

  • Page 34: System Requirements

    Warnings and Restrictions • Keep your H2D and all other computer equipment away from moisture wherever possible. If your camera becomes wet, disconnect from power and allow it to dry before attempting to operate again. • Always take great care when you remove the sensor back for cleaning—the exposed CCD sensor is vulnerable to damage.

  • Page 35: Shooting

    The H2D can store captured images in three ways: 1. Untethered / Compact flash card mode In this mode the H2D acts totally independently of all exterior connections. All focus and exposure settings are made using the standard camera-body controls for maximum speed and ease of use.
  • Page 36 No additional wires or connectors need to be at- tached. The H2D is shipped with a 1GB compact-flash card, which is able to hold over 20 shots. Lossless compression is applied to the images, so the actual size of each capture can vary, thereby affecting the total number of shots you can fit on the card.
  • Page 37 These disks must therefore be plugged into a wall socket, which limits portability. To use an external FireWire disk with an H2D, simply set up the disk as described in its manual and connect the two with a standard FireWire cable. See your hard disk manual for complete details.

  • Page 38: Tethered To A Computer

    Please refer to the FlexColor Software Reference manual for further instructions about taking pictures using FlexColor. The remainder of this chapter discusses how to use the sensor unit mounted to an H2D as a stand-alone digital camera with or without an ImageBank-CF or hard disk.

  • Page 39: Setting The White Balance

    Unlike many digital cameras, the H2D stores images as raw captures, which means they contain an exact image of the CCD (including its original mosaic colour filter). You are therefore able to adjust the white balance at any time to equal effect.

  • Page 40: Working With Media And Batches

    This manual is a provisional version only. To set the rating, use the MAIN MENU > White Bal entry in the sensor unit menu system. See MAIN MENU > White Bal for complete details, including detailed descriptions of the presets and other options. Make a setting on the camera grip menu.

  • Page 41: Creating New Batches

    This manual is a provisional version only. 2. The screen now shows a list of media devices currently con- nected to the sensor unit. Often, there is only one. Each medium shows a name, total size and an estimate for how many images will fit on it.
  • Page 42 This manual is a provisional version only. Medium-type icon (Compact Flash) Medium name Creation date Number of green, yellow and red shot s currently stored on the medium The MEDIA list. In this example a CF card and a FireWire disk are illustrated and there- fore connected.

  • Page 43: Using Instant Approval Architec Ture

    This manual is a provisional version only. Using Instant Approval Architecture The Instant Approval Architecture system helps you to evaluate your images as quickly as you take them. It works by supplying immediate audio feedback, which tells you instantly whether each new picture is exposed correctly or likely to be over- or underex- posed.

  • Page 44: Browsing By Approval Status

    This manual is a provisional version only. 3. If no problem is detected, then the image is saved with green status.  If you set Approval to ‘Auto’, all images will be stored as Green if judged as correct and Yellow if judged as technically doubtful.

  • Page 45: Deleting By Approval Status

    This manual is a provisional version only. • If you are running out of space, set the filter to show only red images and then step through to find shots you can delete. • Set the filter to show only green images. Then step through to make sure you have at least one ‘good’...

  • Page 46: Viewing, Deleting And Transferring Images

    This manual is a provisional version only. Viewing, Deleting and Transferring Images Basic image browsing The large, full-colour OLED display enables you to inspect your shots while you are still on-location. The display offers full-screen previews, high-magnification zoom, two levels of thumbnails and analysis tools including a full histogram and camera settings.

  • Page 47: Thumbnail Views

    This manual is a provisional version only. 3. You can now do the following as needed: • Use the navigator button to move the zoom area if you wish to inspect a differ- ent part of the image. • Zoom further by pressing the zoom-in (+) button more times. •...

  • Page 48: Preview Modes

    This manual is a provisional version only. Preview Modes Choosing the Preview mode You can use the view-mode button to cycle through the available preview modes. The preview screen works in several different modes: • Standard preview: shows a preview image surrounded by a display of few important settings. •...

  • Page 49: Using The Histogram

    This manual is a provisional version only. The standard preview display The standard preview display is the one shown when you first turn on the camera. It features a preview of your most recent shot and basic information about the sensor unit settings and the image itself.

  • Page 50: Overexposure Indicator

    This manual is a provisional version only. Battery-saver mode In this mode, the sensor unit is fully responsive, so you can take pictures but the screen is not lit up, thereby saving battery power. You can enter the menu system while shooting in this mode (which activates the screen until you exit the menu system again) but the approval, zoom and navigator buttons have no effect.

  • Page 51: Deleting Images

    This manual is a provisional version only. Deleting images The sensor unit enables you to delete images using any of the following techniques: • Delete the currently selected image only. • Delete all images from the current batch • Delete all images from the current medium •...

  • Page 52: Transferring Images

    Transferring to an external hard disk or ImageBank-CF The H2D enables you to work in the field, shooting to the internal card, and then transfer images to an external hard disk even if you do not have a computer with you. In this way, you can combine the total flexibility of shooting without any external connections with...

  • Page 53: Working With The Menus

    This manual is a provisional version only. Working with the menus The preview screen on the sensor unit enables you to view your images and navigate the menu system through which you can make sensor unit settings. Some of the settings provided by the sensor unit menus can also be made using the con- trols on the grip.
  • Page 54 This manual is a provisional version only. 1. Press the menu (MENU) button to open the menu. 2. Use  and  to select the SETTINGS sub-menu. 3. Press  to open the SETTINGS menu. 4. Use  and  to select the USER INTERFACE sub-menu. 5.

  • Page 55: Menu System Over View

    This manual is a provisional version only. Menu system overview The main menu contains those settings that you will need to access most often as you work on an assignment. It also provides sub-menus that give you access to all other settings, most of which you will need less often. The ISO Setting You are able to set the light sensitivity of the camera to match an equivalent ISO rating for standard film.
  • Page 56 This manual is a provisional version only. Menu structure Entries of the main menu...
  • Page 57 This manual is a provisional version only. To select the medium to which to save new shots and from which to browse previous shots: 1. Select the MAIN MENU > MEDIA entry. The current setting is displayed here. (See also Navigating the Menu System for details about how to find this setting.) 2.

  • Page 58: Deleting Single Images

    This manual is a provisional version only. MAIN MENU > STORAGE > Delete Use the MAIN MENU > STORAGE > Delete menu to delete images that you do not need, thereby making room for more captures. There are several ways to delete images: •...
  • Page 59 This manual is a provisional version only. Menus for deleting several images from a selected batch. Deleting several images from a selected batch To delete several images from a selected batch: 1. Starting at the single-image preview display, Select MAIN MENU >...
  • Page 60 This manual is a provisional version only. 4. Press OK to confirm the delete. To exit without delete, press EXIT. 5. You now return to the main menu. Either move on to another setting by using the navigator button or 6.
  • Page 61 This manual is a provisional version only. Menus for deleting several images from all batches from a selected storage me- dium. Deleting several images from a selected medium  To delete several images at once: 1. Starting at the single-image preview display, press the zoom- out (-) button three times to go to the list of media.
  • Page 62 This manual is a provisional version only. 5. You must now select the approval status that you wish to delete. All images from the selected medium that are also of the status that you select here will be deleted by the opera- tion.
  • Page 63 For use when shooting indoors under standard tungsten lamps. MAIN MENU > White Bal The H2D provides a wide selection of options for establishing your white balance, including a general-use automatic function that tries to respond in a way similar to what your eyes do. The white balance setting is stored parametrically with each shot and affects...

  • Page 64: White Balance Set Tings

    This manual is a provisional version only. Using the preset white balance functions To select a preset white balance: 1. Select the MAIN MENU > White Bal entry. The current set- ting is displayed here. (See also Navigating the Menu System for details about how to find this setting.) 2.

  • Page 65: User Inter Face Set Tings

    This manual is a provisional version only. User interface settings (1 - 99, Never) MAIN MENU > SETTINGS > User Interface The User Interface settings control the way the sensor unit interacts with you, the photogra- pher. It also presents some battery-saving options and includes date and time settings. Entries of the USER INTERFACE Menu To get to the user interface settings, open MAIN MENU >...
  • Page 66 This manual is a provisional version only. Navigating the date and time settings 2005 - 2100 1 - 12 1 - 31 0 - 23 0 - 59 Setting the Date & Time The sensor unit has an internal clock that keeps track of the date ...

  • Page 67: Display Set Tings

    This manual is a provisional version only. Navigating the display settings 0 - 99 min, Off 0 - 10 0 - 10 Making Display settings The Display settings control the brightness and contrast of the display. They also enable you to set a time-out for the display, which works somewhat like a screen saver and can help you save battery power.

  • Page 68: Storage Set Tings

    This manual is a provisional version only. Navigating the storage settings MAIN MENU > Storage The Storage menu provides entries for working with storage media. Here, you can format media, copy images from the camera to a  hard disk or computer and create new batches on available media. You can also set the initial approval status (green or yellow) as- signed to new pictures.
  • Page 69 This manual is a provisional version only. The Format command The sensor unit is only able to read and write to media that have been initialized to use the FAT32 format, which is also readable by both Windows and Macintosh operating systems. However, new cards or disks sometimes arrive without any formatting, or you might want to convert media that are currently using a format that the camera cannot read.
  • Page 70 This manual is a provisional version only. Copying images from a card Usually, you will copy images from a card by connecting the camera to a computer and using FlexColor. However, you might also want to load images from a card to a portable FireWire hard ...
  • Page 71 This manual is a provisional version only. Creating batches Batches help you to organize your work. They are very similar to folders on a computer hard disk. Use the Batch command of the STORAGE menu each time you want to create a new batch. ...
  • Page 72 This manual is a provisional version only. To change the default status assigned to each new image: 1. Select the MAIN MENU > STORAGE > Default Appr. level entry. The current setting is shown here. (See also Navigating the Menu System for details about how to find this setting.) ...
  • Page 73 This manual is a provisional version only. Navigating the display settings MAIN MENU > SETTINGS > Miscellaneous The MISCELLANEOUS menu contains a few settings that did not fit under any of the other menus.  Selecting an interface The interface setting controls the way the camera will appear to you computer when you connect it.
  • Page 74 This manual is a provisional version only. The About box Occasionally, Hasselblad may release updates to the internal soft- ware of the sensor unit (this is called “firmware”). These updates may fix small errors and/or add new features. You will probably ...

  • Page 75: Menu Shor Tcuts

    This manual is a provisional version only. Menu Shortcuts To help you work faster, the sensor unit provides shortcuts to some of the most commonly used menu commands that do not otherwise have a dedicated button on the front panel. These are accessible by pressing and holding one of the front-panel buttons for a second or so.

  • Page 76: Care And Maintenance

    4. If you still see spots on your shot after you have cleaned the outside of the infrared filter, then you may have dust on either on the back side of the IR filter or on the CCD itself. This can only be removed at the Hasselblad factory. Contact your Hasselblad dealer for assistance.
  • Page 77 This manual is a provisional version only. 4. Finally check if the IR filter has been properly cleaned either by visual inspection or by mounting the sensor unit to the camera and making a shot. If further cleaning is needed, repeat cleaning procedure. Cleaning with an E-Wipe E-wipes are individually packed wet tissues.
  • Page 78 This manual is a provisional version only.

  • Page 79: Light Metering

    This manual is a provisional version only. Light Metering & Exposure Control ■ Three metering methods ■ Five exposure methods ■ Extremely accurate light metering The light metering system is capable of selective sensitiv- ity producing three reflective metering methods: Average, Centre weighted and Spot.

  • Page 80: Metering Method

    If you are not sure about choice, please check in other general photographic literature for a fuller explanation. Also check our website occasionally – www.hasselblad.com – for articles and discussions concerning such matters.

  • Page 81: Exposure Method

    This manual is a provisional version only. Selecting metering method Proceed as follows with the camera in active mode: 1. Press the EXP button on the viewfinder. 2. Turn the rear control wheel (in either direction 2a) to succes- sively access the three choices: Average, Centre Weighted, and Spot 2b.
  • Page 82 This manual is a provisional version only. A ‘+ 0.3’ above the scale in the display, as in illustration 4 for ex- ample, would indicate a ‘0.3 EV overexposure’ setting. Conversely, a ‘-2’ , for example, would indicate a ‘2EV underexposure’ set- ting.
  • Page 83 This manual is a provisional version only. AE- L button 1, 2 This button has two main functions that can be incorporated in various working methods involving exposure locking. It also has an extra function for the flash meter capability (see AE-L section under Flash).

  • Page 84: E Xposure Compensation

    This manual is a provisional version only. Alternatively, you can also pre-set the initial zone reading in order to save time and effort where there is no freely available ‘zone 5’ subject for light measuring. For example, you might be on a sandy beach where you know that sand is normally classified as zone 6.

  • Page 85: General Functions

    This manual is a provisional version only. General Functions ■ Manual and autofocus modes ■ Two drive modes ■ Quick adjust wheel ■ Profiles This section describes the basic and general functions used in most situations. By understanding the capabilities of the H system you will be able to gain a great deal of control of how you work in the future.

  • Page 86: Manual Focus

    • clicking the ON.OFF button • pressing the Mirror up button. In this mode, signalled by the standby H2D logo appearing on the grip LCD, the de- mand on the batteries is very low. It is ideal for general use where intervals between shots exceed a few seconds.

  • Page 87: Manual Focus Mode

    This manual is a provisional version only. Manual focus mode The Manual focus mode is set by the front control wheel on the grip in the following manner: In camera active mode: 1) Press the AF button on the grip. 2) Turn the front control wheel to: Manual 3) Press Save to store the setting.

  • Page 88: Continuous

    This manual is a provisional version only. Continuous At Continuous setting (AF C), the shutter can be released rapidly before the lens is focused in order to capture a split-second shot (in Single Shot, an exposure cannot be made until the camera has had time to focus).

  • Page 89: Drive

    This manual is a provisional version only. Drive There are two drive modes, Single and Continuous, accessed by press- ing the DRIVE button on the grip. Single In Single mode, an exposure is made when the shutter release but- ton is pressed and the camera is made ready for the next exposure. To make the next exposure however, you must first release the shutter release button and then press again.
  • Page 90 This manual is a provisional version only. Profiles The profiles feature allows rapid access to pre-determined combinations of settings that increase the speed and security of workflow. One exam- ����� ple might be in a social situation where there might be a need for formal ON.OFF outdoor portraiture followed by informal indoor handheld flash-assisted ����...
  • Page 91 This manual is a provisional version only. you want and then press the Load (AF) button. All the saved set- tings will then be automatically implemented.  If you decided to change the settings but nevertheless keep the Profile name on the list, the new set of parameters will be retained under that name.

  • Page 92: Advanced Features

    This manual is a provisional version only. Advanced Features ■ Programmable self timer ■ Programmable bracketing ■ Programmable interval setting ■ 24 custom options ■ Data and text imprinting This section describes the features that might not need to be ac- cessed everyday but should be exploited wisely to obtain the opti- mum from the system.

  • Page 93: General Over View Of Camera Menu

    This manual is a provisional version only. General overview of camera menu ���� Bracketing options Self timer options Interval options Settings options System status Image info Custom Settings...

  • Page 94: Self Timer

    There are a number of more advanced features that while not necessarily used every day still remain immediately accessible through the menu system. They provide the integral finesses that make the H2D a powerful and sophisticated tool to satisfy a variety of professional demands. There are four main functions: 1.
  • Page 95 This manual is a provisional version only. Self timer setting The Self timer function is set in the following manner: ���� 1) Press the MENU button on the grip. 2) Turn the front control wheel until Self Timer appears. 3) Press ENTER (DRIVE button) on the grip. �����...

  • Page 96: Bracketing

    This manual is a provisional version only. Bracketing 2 frames options available 3 frames 5 frames options available 1/3 EV options available 1/2 EV 1 EV 2 Bracketing The bracketing facility provides an automatic series of exposures; one at the standard exposure setting (Manual or Auto) and the others with pre-determined deviations in EV from the standard exposure.

  • Page 97: Bracketing Setting

    This manual is a provisional version only. Bracketing setting The Bracketing function is set in the following manner: 1) Press the MENU button. ���� 2) Turn the front control wheel until Bracketing appears 3) Press Enter (DRIVE) button on the grip 4) Turn the front control wheel to access the options, that are: Number of Exposures (the number of exposures required in the sequence)

  • Page 98: Inter Val

    This manual is a provisional version only. Interval options available 2 frames − 255 frames options available 1 second − 1 hour 3 Interval By using the interval setting, you can allow the camera to take a series of exposures automatically over a set period. This is often required for time and motion studies, security surveillance, nature study, etc.

  • Page 99: Set Tings

    This manual is a provisional version only. Settings / Custom Options options available CUSTOM OPTIONS 4 Settings From the Settings screen you can access three main sub-settings: Custom options, Image Info and System status by turning the front ���� control wheel. From each of these three sub-settings you can access fur- ther screens.
  • Page 100 • Counter clockwise it automatically reverts to standby mode (indicated on the grip Determines the effect the direction of the LCD by the H2D logo). controls wheels have on a setting. Minimises battery consumption. For example, by moving the front control wheel to the left you can alter the aperture setting from f/8 to f/6.8 to f/5.6 and so on.
  • Page 101 Normal makes the camera behave in the same fashion as when set to Average or Centre Weighted. Beeper Zone makes the camera behave in the same fashion as the Hasselblad • • Off 205FCC. That is, the central spot is placed over a particular area of the subject and the AE-L button is pressed.
  • Page 102 This manual is a provisional version only. Show ISO • • No Allows the display of ISO settings on the grip LCD Yes enables the display. No disables the display. Bracket param. in Manual • Shutter speed • Aperture Selects either the shutter speed or the ap- erture as the parameter which changes in a bracketing sequence when in Manual exposure mode.

  • Page 103: Customizable But Ton Func Tion List

    This manual is a provisional version only. Customizable button function list Histogram Recalls the last shown histogram. The USER, AE-L, STOP DOWN and M.UP buttons can all be Grey balance exp. reassigned to different functions. Initiates a grey balance exposure. The USER button has no function until specifically assigned one (default is ‘None’).

  • Page 104: Image Info

    This manual is a provisional version only. Image info 4.2.2 Image info In Image info you can compose your own combination of letters, words, symbols, etc to be included in the metadata. The same procedure is also ���� used to change a Profile name. Text setting / Profile name changing 1) Press the MENU button on the grip.
  • Page 105 This manual is a provisional version only. 2) Find the character you want by scrolling with the rear control wheel until it appears on the screen. (The ‘space’ character is the ‘empty space’ to the left of the exclamation mark, top row furthest to the left).

  • Page 106: System Status

    This manual is a provisional version only. System Status 4.4 System Status Check component usage for servicing reasons as follows: ���� 1) Press the MENU button on the grip. 2) Turn the front control wheel until Settings appears. 3) Press the DRIVE (Enter) button on the grip. �����...

  • Page 107: Flash

    This manual is a provisional version only. Flash ■ Sync at all shutter speeds to 1/800s ■ Integral fill-flash ■ SCA 3002 compatible ■ Flash measure capability ■ Rear sync capability The H system meets professional demands for a variety of situa- tions where flash is required.
  • Page 108 This manual is a provisional version only. The H2D can be used together with most flash units in manual mode. However, to make use of a TTL automatic function, you must ensure the flash unit is compatible with the SCA 3002 system.
  • Page 109 This manual is a provisional version only. 3) Turn the rear control wheel to set: • normal sync (flash triggered just after the shutter opens) • rear sync (flash triggered just before the shutter closes) • flash measure (with non-TTL flash units or TTL units in FLASH ����...

  • Page 110: Flash Measure

    This manual is a provisional version only. Separate flash unit connection and use Separate flash units can be electrically connected either by way of the hot shoe accessory holder (see previous warnings) on the top of the viewfinder or via a cord to the PC connection port on the left hand side of the camera body.

  • Page 111: Optional Accessories

    This manual is a provisional version only. Optional Accessories ■ Converter ■ Extension tubes ■ Release cord ■ Filters ■ Tripod quick coupling ■ Support strap ■ Grid focusing screen ■ CF adapter ■ Proshade Optional accessories provide the opportunity to extend the capa- bilities of your system or just to add extra convenience to suit your way of working.
  • Page 112 This manual is a provisional version only. There are a number of optional accessories available for the H2D with Camera strap H (3053616) more being developed to suit a variety of photographic situations and Extra wide camera strap with anti-slip backing.

  • Page 113: Appendix

    This manual is a provisional version only. Appendix ■ Glossary of Terms ■ P and Pv explanatory charts ■ Technical specifications ■ Equipment Care, Service & Guarantee This section provides an insight into the more technical aspects of the H system as well as some important reference information.

  • Page 114: Glossar Y

    Profile ing manufacture and returns to if a setting change is halted or You can allow the H2D to be set according to ‘profiles’. These profiles interrupted in any way. are combinations of modes, methods and settings (custom or default) that suit specific photographic situations.

  • Page 115: Main Screen

    Hasselblad user - and now exists in various forms for both black & white and colour photography. Naturally in the case of the H2D or any other digital camera, the film development part of the method can not apply. However, some photographers are used to its philosophy and are familiar with its terminology and might like to still refer to it.

  • Page 116: True Exposure

    This manual is a provisional version only. True exposure Shutter position T 3 = T 1 Open Exposure at max aperture (e.g. f/2,8) Exposure at aperture f/4 Exposure at aperture f/4 adjusted with true exposure Closed Time True exposure The effective shutter speed for a central lens shutter is defined as the length of time between the opening and closing when measured at the half height position when expressed in diagram form (see diagram).
  • Page 117 This manual is a provisional version only. Automatic exposure — P & Pv Mode P Mode Pv Mode 50-110 @ 50 50-110 @ 50 50-110 @ 110 50-110 @ 110 1000 1000 Shutter speed Shutter speed S hutters peed S hutters peed Pv-mode P-mode Light metering method sensitivity distribution...
  • Page 118 All accessories for the H1/H2 series camera except film magazines and digital backs. Accessory connection Provided with two M5 threads and an electrical connector for accessories. Customization A large number of the H2D’s functions can be customized by the photographer to suit specific styles or situations through the built-in menu system.
  • Page 119 This manual is a provisional version only. User interface Both basic and advanced functions are set using buttons and control wheels on the camera body in conjunction with the grip and viewfinder graphic interface LED’s. Sensor unit menu visible and controllable from unit’s OLED and from FlexColor on a tethered computer.
  • Page 120 This manual is a provisional version only.
  • Page 121 Interval & Selftimer Exit AE-lock & Quick adjust Exp. reset Show EV Show ISO Bracket param. in Manual Shutter speed Aperture control in Manual Front wheel Imprint type Enhanced exposure information text Hasselblad H2D SENSOR UNIT Default settings Not yet defined...
  • Page 122 Problems, Equipment Care, Service & Guarantee Return your equipment to a service centre for occasional checking and preven- The H2D is a very sophisticated camera that relies on much information being tive maintenance to ensure optimal reliability. You can easily keep a check on passed and processed to and from each modular unit to produce the correct be- service intervals by looking under ‘Info’...
  • Page 123 The information in this manual is furnished for informational use only, is subject to change without notice, and should not be con- strued as a commitment by Victor Hasselblad AB & Hasselblad A/S. Victor Hasselblad AB & Hasselblad A/S assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual.
  • Page 124 This manual is a provisional version only. Victor Hasselblad AB Hasselblad A/S Box 220, Hejrevej 30, SE - 401 23 Göteborg, DK - 2400 Copenhagen, Sweden Denmark...

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