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Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual

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  • Page 1 Sinar Hy6 Medium Format Camera System Operating Manual...
  • Page 2 No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form (print, photocopy, micro film or any other procedure) without a prior written permission of Sinar AG, nor may contents be used, reproduced, processed or distributed using electronic systems. This manual was produced with the appropriate care.
  • Page 3 Read the safety advice contained in this manual carefully before you start working with the Sinar Hy6 system, and make sure to observe the safety advice and all other information contained in this manual.
  • Page 4 Refers to a chapter or section to be read for further information. Enumeration • Abbreviations Seconds Milliseconds ° Degree (angular measure) °C Degree Celsius Charged Coupled Device Graphical User Interface Electromagnetic Compatibility Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    DJUSTING THE SHOULDER STRAP AND THE HAND STRAP 5.12.1 Attaching and removing the shoulder strap................... 35 5.12.2 Attaching and removing the hand strap ..................36 5.13 ..........................37 ORKING WITH A TRIPOD Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...
  • Page 6 ONTENTS Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...
  • Page 7 Shutter priority..........................57 11.1.3 Aperture priority ..........................57 11.2 ........................57 ANUAL EXPOSURE FUNCTIONS 11.2.1 M - Manual mode........................... 57 11.2.2 Bulb ..............................58 11.2.3 Toggle............................. 59 11.2.4 AE-Lock............................59 Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...
  • Page 8 15.8 ..............................74 OFFSET 15.9 ............................75 OFT KEY FUNCTION 15.10 ........................75 IRMWARE AND STATUS DISPLAY WORKING WITH A FILM MAGAZINE.....................77 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE ......................81 TECHNICAL DATA ..........................82 Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 9: Introduction

    NTRODUCTION Introduction Congratulations to your new Sinar Hy6 system. You have purchased a reliable state of the art professional medium format camera system enabling you to take pictures at highest quality. The broad variety of the functions and the easy and intuitive operation of the camera make it the ideal instrument for each application field of professional photography.

  • Page 10: Safety Information

    Spare parts and accessories Only use such spare parts and accessories that are included in your delivery and / or recommended by the manufacturer for the use with the Sinar Hy6 camera system. Contact the manufacturer or your expert dealer for questions regarding spare parts and accessories.
  • Page 11 Tripod The tripod thread of the Sinar Hy6 camera system has a depth of 5,5 mm. Please use only tripods with 5,5 mm screws. No liability will be accepted for damages to the camera body that are caused by the use of tripod heads that require a deeper tripod thread.

  • Page 12: Advice For Handling The Camera

    / or remove the battery. Contact customer service before using the camera again. In this way, injuries of persons or damages to the camera can be prevented. Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 13: Advice For Preventing Damages To The Camera

    Do not use the camera under water. The camera is not waterproof, and therefore may not be used for underwater photography. Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 14: Advice For Camera Storage, Maintenance And Disposal

    Cleaning of the camera Use a soft and dry or slightly moistened piece of cloth. Do not use substances containing organic solvents, benzyl or diluting agents. Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 15: Safety Advice For Using The Battery And The Cables

    2.2.4 Safety advice for using the battery and the cables Only use the Sinar V290 Li+ batteries that are included in your delivery with the camera. No liability will be assumed for any damages or injuries caused by the use of non-authorized batteries.

  • Page 16: Norms And Standards

    The product complies with the following norms and standards: EMC: Electro-magnetic compatibility Europe: EN61000-6-3:2001 Emission EN55022 Class B USA / Canada: FCC part 15 class B ROHs WEEE: Disposal Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 17: Environmental Conditions

    Environmental conditions Operational temperature: 0 °C … + 45 °C Storage temperature: -10 °C … + 60 °C Humidity for storage and operation: 5 % … 80 %, non-condensing Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 18: Scope Of Delivery

    COPE OF ELIVERY Scope of delivery The Sinar Hy6 medium format camera system is currently available in 7 different versions: • Sinar Hy6-e75 • Sinar Hy6-e75r • Sinar Hy6-e54 • Sinar Hy6-e54r • Sinar Hy6-v75 • Sinar Hy6 (camera body) •...
  • Page 19 • Two packages of lint-free cleaning tissues • Cleaning tool • Cleaning instruction sheet 551.43.097 White shading diffusor 100 751.43.003 Gray card Sinar Hy6 user manual (print or CD). Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 20: Sinar H Y 6- E 54

    COPE OF ELIVERY Sinar Hy6-e54 The scope of delivery of the Sinar Hy6-e54 includes the following items: Sturdy Sinar Hy6 transportation case in which all items listed below are 475.45.032 delivered Sinar Hy6 camera body including hand grip, rear and front camera 711.14.041...

  • Page 21: Sinar Hy6-V75

    COPE OF ELIVERY Sinar Hy6-v75 The scope of delivery of the Sinar Hy6-v75 includes the following items: 475.45.032 Sturdy Sinar Hy6-transportation case in which all items listed below are delivered 711.14.041 Sinar Hy6 camera body including hand grip, rear and front camera protection covers, hand strap and neck strap 711.54.018...

  • Page 22: Sinar H Y 6 65

    COPE OF ELIVERY Sinar Hy6 65 Sinar Hy6 body including hand grip, rear and front camera protection covers, hand strap and neck strap 711.81.004 Schneider AFD Xenotar 2.8 / 80 PQS lens 552.36.575 Format mask Hy6 65 Sinar Hy6 65 digital back 551.63.055...

  • Page 23: Sinar Hy6

    Sinarback software on CD 475.45.038 Sinar Hy6 system case, empty Sinar Hy6 The scope of delivery of the Sinar Hy6 includes the following items: 711.14.041 Sinar Hy6 camera body including hand grip, rear and front camera protection covers, hand strap and neck strap 711.54.018...

  • Page 24: The Component Parts Of The Camera

    Light Metering Selector Switch / S3 Exposure Compensation / B9 Back Release Button Focus Options / AF-Lock / B11 Auto Focus Selector Switch / S4 Flash Connection Socket (SCA and TTL-compatible) Lens Release Button Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...
  • Page 25 Wheel / W1 Battery Cover Aperture Ring Focus Indication Window Focusing Ring Hand Grip Display Lever to lift the magnifying glass Viewfinder Release Buttons Focusing Screen Battery Cover Release button Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...
  • Page 26 OMPONENT PARTS OF THE CAMERA Aperture Wheel Release Button Hand Grip Adjustment Button 3/8´´ Thread 1/4´´ Thread Battery Cover Flash Synchronization Socket (X-contact ) Hand Grip Release Button Universal Socket Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 27: Assembly Instructions For The Camera

    Hy6 version you have ordered. Viewfinder (waistlevel, 90° or 45° viewfinder) Camera back Camera body Lens Fig. 5 / 1 Component parts of the Sinar Hy6 system Assembling the viewfinder 5.1.1 Attaching and removing the waistlevel viewfinder To attach the waist-level viewfinder, place...

  • Page 28: Opening And Closing The Waistlevel Viewfinder

    Fig. 5 / 4 Shut the waist-level viewfinder To open the waist-level viewfinder, pull it upwards. Fig. 5 / 5 Open the waist-level viewfinder Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 29: Opening And Closing The Magnifying Glass

    Fig. 5 / 6 Lever of the magnifying glass To shut the magnifying glass, slightly push the frame downwards. The magnifying glass will snap back into its original position. Fig. 5 / 7 Magnifying glass Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 30: Replacing The Magnifying Glass

    Fig. 5 / 9 90° reflex viewfinder Dioptre At the eyepiece, the 90° reflex viewfinder is equipped with a dioptre adjustment wheel. Turn the adjustment wheel 2 to set the dioptre. adjustment Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 31: Attaching And Removing The Lens

    (clockwise) and remove the lens. If the lens is detached from the camera body for a longer time, cover the camera body and the lens with the respective protection caps. Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 32: Attaching And Removing The Sinarback

    Attaching and removing the Sinarback When your Sinar Hy6 camera is delivered, the Sinarback is already attached to the camera body. If you have ordered only a Sinar Hy6 camera body, the Sinarback has to be attached before you start to operate the camera.

  • Page 33: Attaching And Removing The Protective Cover

    Assembling and attaching the Sinarback and the adapter plate To attach a Sinarback to the camera body, an adapter kit with the necessary accessories and tools has to be used. The adapter kit is included in the delivery of the following Sinar Hy6 systems: •...

  • Page 34: Assembling And Attaching The Sinarback Emotion

    • Sinar Hy6-e75 • Sinar Hy6-e54 Note: The Sinar Hy6-e75r and Sinar Hy6 e54r are delivered with a revolving adapter. The assembly instructions for the revolving adapter are found in a separate documentation included in the delivery. First, remove the protective cover that is fixed with two screws from the Sinarback.
  • Page 35 Sinarback. To detach the Sinarback from the camera, press the Adapter Release Button 1 and push it upwards. Fig. 5 / 16 Attachment of the Sinarback eMotion Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 36: Attaching And Removing The Sinarback Evolution 75 H

    The following parts are necessary for assembling the Sinarback 75 H: 2 Adapter plate 3 4 screws 4 Screwdriver Fig. 5 / 18 Sinarback eVolution 75 H with adapter kit Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 37: Attaching And Removing The Sinarback Esprit 65 Lv

    The following description applies for the following Sinar Hy6-System: • Sinar Hy6 65 Note: The System Sinar Hy6-65r is delivered with a revolving adapter. The assembly instructions for the revolving adapter are found in a separate documentation included in the delivery.
  • Page 38 Remove the protective cover from the Sinarback eSprit 65 LV. Attach the Sinar adapter plate to the Sinarback by first placing the spacer onto the front of the Sinarback and then placing the adapter plate onto the spacer.

  • Page 39: Adjusting The Hand Grip Position

    Fig. 5 / 24 Adjustment of the hand grip Note: The hand grip cannot be removed from the camera body. Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 40: Operating The Camera From A Computer

    NSTRUCTIONS Operating the camera from a computer The Sinar Hy6 system is remote-controlled from a computer by means of the capturing software Sinar CaptureShop™ or Sinar eXposure™. The following Sinar Hy6 camera types can be operated both in untethered and tethered mode: •...

  • Page 41: Attaching A Flash Device

    Pull the two release pins 1 with your fingernails towards the rear side of the camera and lift the frame. Fig. 5 / 27 Focusing screen Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 42: Inserting And Replacing The Format Mask

    The format mask is already inserted when the camera is delivered. The format mask is placed on the upper side of the focusing screen. The focusing screen of the Sinar Hy6 has a size of 6 x 6 cm, while the Background information: dimensions of the CCD-sensor are smaller.

  • Page 43: Adjusting The Shoulder Strap And The Hand Strap

    Pull the neck strap to check whether the lug is locked safely. Fig. 5 / 31 Fix shoulder strap The shoulder strap is equipped with two buckles and lugs enabling the adjustment of the length. Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 44: Attaching And Removing The Hand Strap

    You will hear a click when they are locked. Fig. 5 / 33 Adjust hand strap Check whether the hand strap is properly fixed by pulling it without pushing the pins inside. Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 45: Working With A Tripod

    Fig. 5 / 34 Tripod threads The tripod thread of the Sinar Hy6 camera system has a depth of 5,5 mm. Please use only tripods with 5,5 mm screws. No liability will be accepted for damages to the camera body that are caused by the use of tripod heads for whom deeper tripod threads are required.

  • Page 46: Battery

    Fig. 6 / 2 Replace battery Note: Refer also to the instruction leaflet included in the delivery of your Sinar V 290 battery. Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 47: Charging The Battery

    Fig. 6 / 3 Battery charger The battery status is indicated in the viewfinder display of the Sinar Hy6 system, and is marked with the circle in the illustration ( chapter 7.2 “Viewfinder Display”). Fig. 6 / 4 Battery status in the viewfinder display The battery symbol shows two states: The battery is fully charged.

  • Page 48: Short Introduction To Operating The Sinar Hy6 System

    In other cases, the camera is set automatically to the power saving mode after a certain period of inactivity. Before you start using your Sinar Hy6 system, make sure that all component parts are properly assembled, that the hand and the shoulder strap are safely attached and that a charged battery is inserted.

  • Page 49: Stand-By Mode

    Menu structure The menu structure of the Sinar Hy6 system is designed to provide easy and intuitive access to the functions. Functions are not nested and the control wheel will block at the end of a selection row. In this way, the user will be able to find all functions intuitively after working with the camera for a while.

  • Page 50: Display Settings

    ETTINGS Display settings The Sinar Hy6 camera system is equipped with a display at the handgrip and in the viewfinder. In these displays, the capture settings are shown and can be checked. In the handgrip display, the menu settings can be selected.

  • Page 51: Viewfinder Display

    Indication of the use of exposure compensation when working with a film magazine.  Horizontal or vertical image format Shows remaining frames when working with a film magazine Battery state Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 52: Select Shooting Mode

    Continuous Mode Shooting Options / Remote operation Additional options - Bracketing - Self-Timer - Focus Trap - Multishot (only available with a Sinarback eVolution) - Ultra-fast - Bracketing / Focus Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 53: Camera Wake-Up And Shutter Release

    For the single and the continuous mode, the function “Mirror Up” is available. Press the button “Mirror Up” B3 at the hand grip to lock the mirror. Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 54: Self-Timer

    During the delay time, the vibration caused by the mirror locking is absorbed. Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 55: Focus Trap

    Fig. 9 / 8 Display at the start of the Focus Trap To cancel an activated Focus Trap, press the Release Button B1 again. The Focus Trap cannot be used together with the function “Mirror Up”. Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 56: Multishot

    Background information: When the shutter is released, normally about 150 ms are necessary to lock the mirror, to adjust the focus and to open the shutter. With the function “Ultra-fast”, this time is reduced to 5 ms. Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 57: Bracketing

    You can use bracketing in combination with exposure compensation, and you can shift the offset of the exposure bracketing by using the front and the rear control wheels W1 and W2. Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 58: Focus Bracketing

    1 to the borders and beyond. The step sizes of the deviations of the focal plane depend on the selected aperture, and are set automatically by the system. The step size can also depend on the lens type that is used. Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...
  • Page 59 (i.e. the middle shot) may deviate from the set focus. Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 60: Mirror Up

    If the exposure measurement value has been previously saved using the button AE-Lock B8, this measurement value will be applied. Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 61: Focusing

    Manual focusing is possible when the selector switch is set to “M”. focusing Furthermore, the manual focus can be activated when an Autofocus mode is active by pressing the button AF-lock. Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 62: Autofocus Modes: Af-Single And Af-Continuous

    2: a higher f-number means a higher depth of field. In Fig. 10 / 3, the distance of the focal plane to the lens is approx. 1.3 m. Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 63: Manual Focus Override

    10.2.3 Manual focus override The Sinar Hy6 system is equipped with a manual focus override function, which means that manual focusing is also possible when an automatic focus mode has been selected. To use the manual focus override function, turn the focusing ring 1 at the lens, and press the AF Lock-button B9 before activating the shutter.

  • Page 64: Select Exposure Mode

    “A” (automatic) to use the automatic exposure modes “P” and “S”, and to enable the setting of shutter speed and aperture value with the front and rear control wheel. Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 65: Programmed Autoexposure

    Front Control Wheel W1 at the hand grip. If you are using a lens with an aperture ring, the aperture can also be set at the lens. Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 66: Bulb

    Please note that with “Bulb”, the continuous shooting mode is blocked, i.e. the shutter is only opened and closed once, also if the continuous shooting mode has been selected. Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 67: Toggle

    Manual mode Pressing the button AE-Lock B8 triggers the automatic exposure (Programmed AE). Bulb / Toggle The button AE-Lock B8 has no function. Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...
  • Page 68 When the function AE-Lock is used, the camera-internal exposure measurement is active, and the exposure is indicated in the light balance 2 in the viewfinder and the hand grip display. Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 69: Light Metering

    The light metering values can be saved using the button B8. To apply the measured values, press the Shutter Release Button B1 while keeping the button AE-Lock B8 pressed. Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 70: Light Metering Modes

    IGHT METERING Background information The light metering of the Sinar Hy6 system is based on the light that is reflected by the object and arrives through the lens on the sensor. 7 sensors are arranged on the mirror. Depending on the light metering methods, different sensors are involved in light metering.

  • Page 71: Centre-Weighted Light Metering

    “Exposure compensation” B9 in the functional area “Light metering”. The exposure compensation is available in all automatic exposure modes. In manual mode, exposure compensation is not available. Fig. 12 / 3 Exposure compensation Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...
  • Page 72 (backlight) may require exposure compensation. Important note: Exposure compensation is available in all automatic exposure modes. When “Manual exposure” has been selected, exposure compensation is not available. Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 73: Setting The Iso-Speed

    Keep the button B9 pressed while releasing the shutter. When the shutter release button B1 is pressed to the first pressure point, “Preset WB” is indicated in the display. Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 74: Stop Down (Working Aperture)

    The application of the working aperture is indicated by the symbol in the display (marked with a circle in Fig. 13 / 1). Fig. 13 / 1 Indication of the working aperture in the display Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 75: Flash Operation

    (up to sec). The Sinar Hy6 system is x-synchronized with the minimum possible shutter speed of the lens. In this way, the flash is operated independent from the exposure control of the camera, and the exposure time is not extended when working with the flash.

  • Page 76: The X-Contact - Manual Flash Control

    Connect the flash synchronization cable of a studio flash unit, of a flash remote operation unit or of an automatic flash device to the X-contact 1. Fig. 14 / 2 X-contact Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 77: The 90° Reflex Viewfinder

    Rear sync The flash is synchronized towards the closing of the shutter. The flash is activated about 3 ms before the shutter is closed. Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 78: Flash Compensation

    EV to +3 EV and can be set in steps of 0,3 When the flash compensation is used, the light balance appears in the hand grip display. Fig. 14 / 6 Flash compensation Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 79: Options

    Set the function for the soft key. The locking of the control wheels or the live image transfer to the suitable software can be selected. Status display: The status of different camera settings is displayed here. Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 80: Selecting Options

    • On: the LCD-backlight is permanently switched on. • Off: the LCD backlight is permanently switched off. • Auto: the LCD backlight is automatically switched off after a certain period of inactivity of the camera. Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 81: Power Save

    High contrast is set between 0 and 16. Low contrast is set between 63 and 48. Fig. 15 /7 Menu “Options – LCD contrast” Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 82: Ae-Activation

    (negative values) or more distant area (negative values). The values are set with the front control wheel W1. Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 83: Soft Key Function

    Fig. 15 / 10 Display of the firmware version In Status I, the voltage of the battery and the buffer is displayed here. Fig. 15 / 11 Menu “Options – Voltage status” Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...
  • Page 84 Fig. 15 / 12 Menu “Options – Status II ” The status information will not be required in the normal use of the Sinar Hy6 system. You may however need the status information in case of service or technical support.

  • Page 85: Working With A Film Magazine

    ORKING WITH A AGAZINE Working with a film magazine You can optionally order the film magazine and the adapter from Sinar: 711.64.028 Adapter frame 711.64.010 Film magazine 4.5 x 6 In the following, you will find the instructions for the attachment of the film magazine and for inserting the film.
  • Page 86 To take out the film insert, press the film upwards against the light resistance of the magnetic fixing and take the film out of the magazine back. Fig. 16 / 4 Take out the film insert Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...
  • Page 87 Insert the loaded film magazine in the way that the film spool points towards the symbol and the empty spool points towards the symbol Fig. 16 / 6 Insert film insert Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...
  • Page 88 If the multi-disk blind is not opened, the camera shutter cannot be released and SLIdE is displayed in the LCD of the magazine. Fig. 16 / 7 Close film magazine Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

  • Page 89: Cleaning And Maintenance

    AINTENANCE Cleaning and Maintenance Occasionally, the cleaning of the Sinar Hy6 system may be necessary. Please observe the following cleaning instructions to prevent any damage to the camera. To clean the camera body, use a lint-free, soft, slightly moistened tissue, e.g. cotton. Do not use substances containing organic solvents, benzyl or diluting agents.

  • Page 90: Technical Data

    Clicks in four positions (for use with waist-level finder and 90° viewer. Hand Grip Removable leather hand strap Quick-clamping tripod plate with ¼"- and " tripod thread Tripod Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...
  • Page 91 -4 to +2 EV Exposure Correction Auto-bracketing (S± position) in steps of and 1 EV With film transport disengaged electronically, without screen image Multiple Exposures (e.g. for digital backs Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...
  • Page 92 Film Speeds magazine Film Transport Automatic film transport with built-in high-speed motor in the film magazine Single and continuous exposures with up to 1.5 frames/second Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...
  • Page 93 Sinar Hy6-e54 with 2.8/80 lens: approx. 2.1 kg Weight Sinar Hy6-65 with 2.8/80 lens: approx. 2.1 kg Sinar Hy6-s65r with 2.8/80 lens: approx. 2.1 kg Camera body incl. battery: 990 g Sinar Hy6 Operating Manual; Version 1.4; 2009 – 11 – 13...

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