Table of Contents
Related Manuals for PhaseOne P 20
Summarization of Contents
Unpacking the system
Charging the batteries
Details on how to charge the P-back's Lithium-ion batteries using the provided charger.
Introduction to the P - back
System overview
Provides a general overview of the P-back's features and operation modes.
Tethered or untethered operations
Explains how to operate the P-back either portably or connected to a computer.
General Hardware Setup
Details on connecting the P-back to medium format cameras and using adaptors.
Powering up the P back
Instructions on how to turn on the P-back by pressing the power button.
Indicator lights
Describes the meaning of the P-back's LED indicator lights during operation.
Green light
Explains the function of the green LED, indicating busy status or dimmed display.
Red light
Describes the red LED indication for writing to storage media and warnings.
ISO Settings
How to adjust the ISO sensitivity from 50 to 800 via menu or software.
Power management and shutter latency
Managing power consumption and adjusting shutter latency for optimal performance.
Double exposure protection
Ensures accidental double exposures are prevented through electronic communication.
IR filter on the CCD
Information about the permanently mounted IR filter and reasons for not removing it.
CF Card Usage
Inserting and ejecting on the P back
Step-by-step guide for inserting and removing CF cards or micro drives.
Secure Storage System (3S)
Details on the 3S technology for safe memory card handling and file structure checks.
Always format your Memory card in the P-back
Best practice for formatting memory cards in the P-back for optimal performance.
Please note!
Important warnings about ejecting cards and batteries while writing data.
General handling guidelines
Advice on handling CF cards and micro drives to prevent damage or data loss.
Using cards or micro drives in the card reader
Instructions for using CF cards and micro drives with a card reader on computers.
Mounting and dismounting
Procedures for safely ejecting or unmounting CF cards from computers.
Preparing the CF-cards or micro drives
Information on supported file systems (FAT16/FAT32) and formatting requirements.
Formatting on a Mac OS X computer
Guide to formatting CF cards using Disk Utility on Mac OS X.
Formatting on a Windows computer
Steps for formatting CF cards using the built-in format tool in Windows.
Disabling iPhoto Autostart (Mac OS X)
How to disable automatic iPhoto launch when connecting a digital camera.
Navigating the P back
Menu buttons
Description of the four buttons used to navigate the P-back's menu system.
Home shortcut
How to return to the main screen immediately using the Exit button.
ISO and WB
Direct access to ISO and White Balance settings from the home screen.
File format shortcut
Shortcut to access and change the image file format (IIQ Raw L/S).
Button Lock shortcut
How to lock and unlock the P-back's menu buttons to prevent accidental changes.
Play mode
Review, Zoom, and Delete
Options available in Play mode for reviewing, zooming, and deleting images.
View modes
Different display options in Play mode: Normal, Exposure warning, Histogram, Info.
Zoom
Detailed guide on how to zoom in on images and navigate within the zoomed view.
Browsing inside Zoom
How to evaluate focus points across multiple images while in zoom mode.
Delete
Instructions on how to delete images, including confirmation settings.
Exit the Play mode
Procedure to exit the Play mode and return to the main screen.
Menu mode
Capture Setup
Setting capture preferences like ISO, WB, File Format, and Shutter.
ISO settings
How to select ISO sensitivity (50-800) and its impact on image noise.
White Balance
Setting white balance manually or using auto WB based on image information.
Custom White Balance
Defining up to three custom white balance presets using point-and-shoot method.
Custom white balance from Capture One
Transferring custom white balance settings from Capture One software to the P-back.
FileFormat
Choosing between IIQ Raw L (lossless) and IIQ Raw S (smaller file size).
Shutter
Configuring shutter latency (Short/Long) to balance response time and battery life.
Play Setup
Settings for backlight, auto preview duration, and delete confirmation.
Backlight
Adjusting display backlight timeout to conserve battery life.
Auto Preview
Setting how long captured images remain visible on the screen.
Delete options
Configuring delete confirmation or immediate deletion of images.
Brightness
Adjusting the brightness of the P-back's LCD preview screen.
Configuration
General settings and tasks for the P-back, including storage, power, and system info.
Storage
Setting storage options like Autodetect, Compact Flash, or IEEE 1394.
Power Source
Managing power source detection, typically from IEEE 1394 connection.
Format disk
Procedure to format the CF card in the P-back to FAT32.
Disk Checking
Enabling or disabling automatic disk checking for memory card security.
Camera type
Setting or detecting the connected camera body type for compatibility.
Power Save
Configuring the automatic shutdown time for the P-back.
Ready beep
Setting the audible beep signal for capture completion (Single, Multi, Off).
Restore def. (Defaults)
Resetting all P-back settings to their original factory defaults.
Time & Date
Setting the camera's internal clock and date, applied to captured files.
About
Displaying technical information about the P-back's hardware and firmware.
P back - Mamiya 645 AFD
Shutter latency settings
Configuring shutter latency for optimal response or battery life.
Mounting the P back on the Mamiya 645AFD
Step-by-step guide for attaching the P-back to the Mamiya 645AFD camera body.
Mounting the Viewfinder Mask
Instructions for installing the viewfinder mask for the Mamiya 645AFD.
Image orientation
How the P-back detects and displays image orientation (landscape/portrait).
Studio flash sync on the AFD body
Connecting flash sync cables to the Mamiya AFD body for studio strobes.
T-mode on the Mamiya 645AFD
Note that T-mode is not supported for digital backs on the Mamiya 645 AFD.
Mirror Up
Setting the Mamiya 645 AFD to Manual mode for mirror up operation.
Mamiya RZ67 PRO IID
Compatibility details for using the P-back with Mamiya RZ67 PRO IID via adapter.
Studio flash sync on the RZ lens shutter
Connecting flash sync to the RZ lens shutter for specific setups.
Shutter latency settings
Configuring shutter latency for optimal response or battery life.
P back for Hasselblad V
Mounting the viewfinder mask
Instructions for mounting the P-back viewfinder mask on Hasselblad V cameras.
Mounting the P back
Procedure for securely attaching the P-back to a Hasselblad camera body.
Mounting the P back vertically
How to mount the P-back vertically for portrait orientation on Hasselblad.
Do not mount while in S or RS modes
Cautionary note against mounting the P-back in mirror up (S/RS) modes.
Camera body specifics
Details on sync cable connections for Hasselblad V cameras.
Hasselblad 555 ELD
Specific setup and shutter latency settings for the Hasselblad 555 ELD.
Shutter latency settings
Configuring shutter latency for optimal response or battery life.
No Motor cable on 555 ELD
Information that a motor cable is not required for the 555 ELD.
Hasselblad 553 ELX
Using the P-back with Hasselblad 553 ELX, including motor cable connection.
Hasselblad 501 CM and 503 CW without winder
Using the P-back with mechanical Hasselblad cameras (501 CM, 503 CW).
Hasselblad 503 CW with Winder CW
Using the P-back with Hasselblad 503 CW and its winder.
Mamiya RZ67 Pro II adaptor
Using the optional adapter plate for mounting the P-back on Mamiya RZ67 Pro II.
H 101 - P back
Camera LCD display
Information displayed on the Hasselblad H1 camera's LCD related to the P-back.
Viewfinder information
Icons and indicators shown in the viewfinder for captures left and storage status.
Auto exposure
Using auto exposure modes supported by the Hasselblad H1 and H 101-P back.
Double exposure protection
How the H 101-P back communication prevents accidental double exposures.
Image orientation detection
Automatic detection and display of image orientation for H 101-P back.
IR filter on the CCD
Information about the IR filter on the H 101-P back and warranty implications.
Mounting the viewfinder mask
Instructions for mounting the viewfinder mask for the Hasselblad H1.
Mounting the H 101 - P back on the Hasselblad H 1
Procedure for integrating the H 101-P back with the Hasselblad H1 camera.
Use of cables
Correct connection of flash sync cables for the H 101-P back with Hasselblad H1.
P back for CONTAX 645
Auto exposure
How the Contax 645 auto exposure modes interact with the P-back's ISO settings.
Double exposure protection
Preventing accidental double exposures when using the P-back with Contax 645.
Image orientation detection
Automatic detection and display of image orientation for Contax 645 P-back.
IR filter on the CCD
Details on the IR filter on the P-back and warranty voiding conditions.
Mounting the focusing screen
Instructions for mounting the P-back viewfinder mask on Contax 645.
Mounting the P back to the CONTAX 645
Procedure for attaching the P-back to the Contax 645 camera body.
Use of flash sync cable
Correct flash sync cable connections for Contax 645 and large format cameras.
Operating the camera from the host computer
Connecting and operating the Contax 645 via a release cable from a computer.
TTL flash
Adjusting flash exposure compensation for TTL flash with Contax 645.
Large format photography
Shutter latency settings
Configuring shutter latency for optimal performance with the Phase One FlexAdaptor.
Lens Cast
What is Lens Cast?
Explains lens cast phenomenon that may occur with wide-angle lenses.
Why does it occur?
Details the causes of lens cast, related to light angle on the CCD.
What does it look like?
Describes the visual appearance of lens cast, often as color shifts in image corners.
How do i get rid of it?
Solution for lens cast using Capture One software calibration files.
4 Simple steps to calibrate on fixed lenses (Mac)
Guide to calibrating fixed lenses on Mac using Capture One LCC tool.
Large format and stitched images (Mac)
Capturing calibration files for large format stitching and applying them in Capture One.
4 Simple steps to calibrate ON fixed lenses (Win)
Guide to calibrating fixed lenses on Windows using Capture One LCC tool.
Large format and stitched images (Win):
Capturing calibration files for large format stitching and applying them in Capture One.
Maintenance
Cleaning the CCD
Procedure for cleaning the P-back's CCD and IR filter using the provided kit.
Specifications
Full frame solutions (Magnification factor 1,1)
Technical specifications for P 25 and P 45 digital camera backs.
Smaller than full frame solutions (Mag. factor 1,3 - 1,4)
Specifications for P 20, P 21, and P 30 digital camera backs.
CF Card and CardReader
Shipping products
Information on Phase One's choice of SanDisk CF cards and card readers.
Sandisk Product Registration
Instructions on how to register SanDisk memory cards online.
Sandisk Technical Support
Contact information and support resources for SanDisk products.
SanDisk Warranty
Details on SanDisk's warranty coverage for their memory cards.
Rescue utility, when a card is unreadable
Using rescue utilities like 'Rescue PRO' for damaged or unreadable CF cards.
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