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Viewing the Guide This camera is equipped with a built-in instruction guide. MENU (In-Camera Guide) In-Camera Guide The camera displays explanations for MENU items and the setting values. Press the MENU button. Select the desired MENU item, then press (In-Camera Guide) button.
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• Plug adapters (for worldwide use) (7) • Wrist strap (1) • Getting Started Guide (1) • Warranty/Owners Club booklet (1) • Stellar II software CD-Rom (1) WARNING To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...
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• Do not incinerate or dispose of in fire. • Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries. • Be sure to charge the battery pack using a genuine Hasselblad battery charger or a device that can charge the battery pack.
For Customers in the U.S.A. and Canada RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable. You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you. For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-822-8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/ Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium-Ion batteries.
UL is an internationally recognized safety organization. The UL Mark on the product means it has been UL Listed. Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Hasselblad Model No.: Stellar II Responsible Party: Victor Hasselblad AB Address: Utvecklingsgatan 2, 41756 Göteborg Sweden This device complies with Part15 of the FCC Rules.
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For Customers in Europe Notice for the customers in the countries applying EU Directives The manufacturer of this product is Victor Hasselblad AB, Utvecklingsgatan 2, 41756 Göteborg, Sweden. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents.
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If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover aft er you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Hasselblad service centre.
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Identifying parts Shutter button Mode dial (Intelligent Auto)/ (Superior Auto)/ (Program Auto)/ (Aperture Priority)/ (Shutter Priority)/ (Manual Exposure)/ (Memory recall)/ (Movie)/ (Sweep Shooting)/ (Scene Selection) For shooting: W/T (zoom) lever For viewing: Index/Playback zoom lever Self-timer lamp/Smile Shutter lamp/AF illuminator Power/Charge lamp ON/OFF (Power) button Multi interface shoe...
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Battery/Memory card cover Control Wheel (Playback) button (N Mark) (In-Camera Guide/Delete) button • Touch the mark when you connect the camera to a Battery insertion slot smartphone equipped with the Battery eject lever NFC function. Tripod socket hole • NFC (Near Field •...
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Charging the battery pack Power/Charge lamp Lit: Charging Off: Charging finished Flashing: Charging error or charging paused temporarily because the camera is not within the proper temperature range Use the correct plug for your region Connect the camera to the AC Adaptor (supplied), using the micro USB cable (supplied).
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Connect the AC Adaptor to the wall outlet (wall socket). The Power/Charge lamp lights orange, and charging starts. • Turn off the camera while charging the battery. • You can charge the battery pack even when it is partially charged. •...
Charging by connecting to a computer The battery pack can be charged by connecting the camera to a computer using a micro USB cable. Notes • Note the following points when charging via a computer: – If the camera is connected to a laptop computer that is not connected to a power source, the laptop battery level decreases.
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Battery life and number of images that can be recorded and played back Battery life Number of images Shooting (still images) Approx 175 min. Approx 350 images Typical movie shooting Approx 45 min. – Continuous movie shooting Approx 80 min. –...
Inserting a memory card (supplied) Ensure the notched corner faces correctly. Open the cover. Insert the memory card. • With the notched corner facing as illustrated, insert the memory card until it clicks into place. Close the cover.
Memory cards that can be used Memory card For still images For movies Memory Stick XC-HG Duo Memory Stick PRO Duo (Mark 2 only) Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo Memory Stick Micro (M2) (Mark 2 only) SD memory card (Class 4 or faster) SDHC memory card (Class 4 or faster) SDXC memory card...
Setting the date & time ON/OFF (Power) Power/Charge lamp (green) Select items: Control wheel Set the numeric value of date and time: Set: Press the ON/OFF (Power) button. Date & Time setting is displayed when you turn on the camera for the first time. •...
Shooting still images/movie Do not cover the flash. Shutter button W/T (zoom) lever Mode dial : Intelligent Auto W: zoom out : Movie T: zoom in MOVIE Shooting still images Press the shutter button halfway down to focus. When the image is in focus, a beep sounds and the indicator lights.
Viewing images W: zoom out T: zoom in Fn (Function) (Playback) Select images: (next)/ (previous) or turn the control wheel (Delete) Set: Press the (Playback) button. • You can switch the display mode between still images and movies by selecting MENU ...
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Introduction of other functions Other functions can be operated using the control wheel, MENU button, etc. Control Ring MENU Control wheel Fn (Function) Control wheel DISP (Display Contents): Allows you to change the screen display. (Flash Mode): Allows you to select a flash mode for still images. (Exposure Comp./Photo Creativity): Allows you to adjust image brightness.
Fn (Function) button Allows you to register seven functions and recall those functions when shooting. Press the Fn (Function) button. Select the desired function using the Fn (Function) button or on the control wheel. Select the setting value by turning the control wheel or Control Ring. Control Ring Your favorite functions can be assigned to the Control Ring;...
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Adjusts the luminous sensitivity. Selects the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure Metering Mode to determine the exposure. Adjusts the intensity of flash output. Flash Comp. Adjusts color tones of an image. White Balance Compensates automatically for brightness and contrast. DRO/Auto HDR Selects the desired image processing.
Movie shooting menu Selects the movie file format. File Format Selects the size of the recorded movie frame. Record Setting Sets the still image size shot when recording a movie. Image Size(Dual Rec) Sets SteadyShot. SteadyShot Sets whether to record audio when shooting a movie. Audio Recording Reduces wind noise during movie recording.
Assigns the desired functions to the right button. Func. of Right Button Sets whether to always activate the MOVIE button. MOVIE button Displays an enlarged image when focusing manually. MF Assist Sets the length of time the image will be shown in an enlarged form. Focus Magnif.
Memory Card Tool menu Formats the memory card. Format Sets the method used to assign file numbers to still images and movies. File Number Changes the selected folder for storing images. Select REC Folder Creates a new folder for storing still images and movies (MP4). New Folder Recovers the image database file and enables recording and playback.
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Sets the resolution when the camera is connected to an HDMI TV. HDMI Resolution Operates the camera from a TV that supports “BRAVIA” Sync. CTRL FOR HDMI Sets the USB connection method. USB Connection Sets the mode when the camera is connected to a computer using a USB USB LUN Setting connection.
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Install “PlayMemories Home” (Windows) Insert the Stellar II CD-Rom and run “start.exe” Choose Your Language Choose “Downloads” Click on “PlayMemories Home” The software will now be downloaded to your preferred download folder. Run “PMHOME_2003DL.exe” and follow the instructions on screen.
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Install “Image Data Converter” (Windows) “Image Data Converter” allows you to develop RAW images. Insert the Stellar II CD-Rom and run “start.exe” Choose Your Language Choose “Image Data Converter” Click on “Install IDC” and follow the instructions on screen. Install “Image Data Converter” (Mac - English version)
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Number of still images and recordable time of movies The number of still images and recordable time may vary depending on the shooting conditions and the memory card. Still images Image Size: L: 20M When [Aspect Ratio] is set to [3:2]* * When the [Aspect Ratio] is Capacity 2 GB...
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• The recordable time of movies varies because the camera is equipped with VBR (Variable Bit Rate), which automatically adjusts image quality depending on the shooting scene. When you record a fast-moving subject, the image is clearer but the recordable time is shorter because more memory is required for recording.
Do not use/store the camera in the following places • In an extremely hot, cold or humid place In places such as in a car parked in the sun, the camera body may become deformed and this may cause a malfunction. •...
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Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws. No compensation for damaged content or recording failure Hasselblad cannot compensate for failure to record or loss or damage of recorded content due to a malfunction of the camera or recording media, etc.
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Note on wireless LAN We assume no responsibility whatsoever for any damage caused by unauthorized access to, or unauthorized use of, destinations loaded on the camera, resulting from loss or theft. Note on disposal/transfer of the camera To protect personal data, perform the following when disposing of or transferring the camera. •...
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Specifications Camera Recording media: “Memory Stick XC Duo” media, “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media, “Memory Stick Micro” media, SD cards, microSD memory cards [System] Flash: Flash range (ISO sensitivity Image device: 13.2 mm × 8.8 mm (1.0 type) (Recommended Exposure Index) set to Auto): Exmor R CMOS sensor Approx.
[Wireless LAN] Supported standard: IEEE 802.11 b/g/n Frequency: 2.4GHz Supported security protocols: WEP/WPA-PSK/WP A2-PSK Configuration method: WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) / manual Access method: Infrastructure Mode NFC: NFC Forum Type 3 Tag compliant AC Adaptor Power requirements: AC 100 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz, 0.2 A Output voltage: DC 5 V, 1 500 mA Operating temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C...
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Trademarks • DLNA and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks of Digital Living Network • Stellar II is a trademark of Hasselblad. Alliance. • The following marks are trademarks of Sony • “ ” and “PlayStation” are registered Corporation. trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment “Memory Stick XC-HG Duo, ”...
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