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Hasselblad 645 User's Manual

1. Carefully remove the DCS 645 from the camera body Do not store the DCS 645 with an attached battery or with the AC adapter plugged in 58 Connecting Flash Strobe Units Connect flash and studio strobes following the instructions in your camera body s manual Image Files Images captured using the DCS 645 are saved in a proprietary file format with a DCR extension You must use one of the following included software packages 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 Alternatively you can use the DCS 645 in camera Processing function page 102 to convert the DCR files to ERI JPEG or TIFF v DCS Capture Studio v DCS Photo Desk v DCR File Format Module with ADOBE PHOTOSHOP 6 0 or greater ADOBE PHOTOSHOP is not included v ERI JPEG File Format Module with ADOBE PHOTOSHOP 6 0 or greater The Basics Storing Images Images are stored on either a COMPACTFLASH Card page 68 inserted in the DCS 645 or on the computer hard drive Refer to the included DCS Capture Studio DCS Camera Manager or DCS Photo Desk software Help for instructions on storing images on the computer Images are stored on the computer hard drive when the camera is connected to a computer running DCS Capture Studio or DCS Camera Manager with appropriate options selected Contents Back Next Images are stored on an insert
2. You can load a Click Balance setting that has been saved to a CF Card using KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Photo Desk A maximum of 10 settings can exist in camera memory 1 Choose Load From Card from the Click Balance menu Load Click Balance Setting NY studio Fashion Studio 5 2 Select the Click Balance setting to be loaded 3 Press the OK button The loaded file subsequently appears in the Click Balance menu Index 99 Capturing and Processing Images Saving a Click Balance Setting HASSELBLAD H1 Gray Balance Function You can perform a Click Balance operation on The H1 camera has a built in gray balance the current image page 97 then save the function Select the Gray bal exp option under settings for reuse the User button function in the Custom Settings sub menu and press the Save button to 1 Choose Save Image number from the Click assign the function to the User button Focus the Balance menu H1 on a neutral object so that the object fills the central spot on the viewfinder screen Press and hold the H1 User button and an image will be Save camera Click Balance Setting captured The DCS 645H will automatically dimage z615 perform its Click Balance function using the image data from the central spot area of the 0K Cancel image The subsequent White Balance value will be used on all subsequent images until a new 2 Press the OK button White Balance choice is made The saved setting replace
3. When you capture images they are written to the CF Card in DCR format regardless of whether processing is turned on If processing is on files are processed and saved when the camera is not busy with other tasks such as capturing images 102 Capturing and Processing Images ERI JPEG files are saved to a JPEG folder TIFF 1 Choose Processing from the Main menu RGB files are saved to a TIFF folder These 2 Select an option on the Processing menu folders are created on the CF Card when you turn processing on if they don t already exist You cannot capture images to the JPEG or TIFF folders If you attempt to do so the images are saved in the default folder established in Processing e OFF Tagged Images Tagged in FOLDERO3 All in FOLDERO3 All on Card Properties You can specify whether the original Change Settings DCR file is saved or deleted once the ERI JPEG or TIFF RGB file is saved Contents Back Next Index 103 Capturing and Processing Images Changing Processing Settings Choice Images Processed OFF Tums off Processing Gf it was on There are several processing settings that you This is the default can change The settings are applied to images as they are processed Tagged Images All tagged images on card Tagged in folder All tagged images in selected folder 1 Select Change Settings from the Processing All in Folder All images in selected folder menu All on Card All im
4. s hard drive in the desired format Using the Camera Connected to a Computer Connect the DCS 645 to a computer and a DCS Pro Back 645 battery or AC adapter In addition to included accessories you need a 6 pin plug to 4 pin plug IEEE 1394 cable page 53 Connect the 4 pin plug on the IEEE 1394 cable to the IEEE 1394 port on the DCS 645 Contents Back Next Connect the other end of the cable into any available port on the IEEE 1394 adapter card on your computer If using the included AC adapter connect the AC adapter cable into the Power port page 39 on the DCS 645 and plug the AC adapter into a wall socket If using battery power attach the battery page 63 84 Powering Your Camera v Turn on the camera body The DCS 645 activates within 5 6 seconds after the AC Adapter or battery starts providing power Ifyou turn on the Image LCD it turns off automatically after the time specified in the Display Off Time property page 77 Getting Started To start using your camera in portable mode not connected to a computer do the following 1 Assemble the camera page 54 Attach a DCS 645 battery or connect the AC adapter page 87 Insert a CF Card page 68 Turn on the camera body Capture images Review the images page 108 on the Image LCD or enable the video output page 140 to view them on a monitor Remove the CF Card from the camera and insert it in a card reader Copy t
5. Formatting images 91 Four way switch 50 H Histogram Display mode 112 I IEEE 1394 interface Connecting 84 IEEE 1394 port 53 Image Delete Display mode 115 Image files 59 Image format 91 Image LCD 44 Location bar 116 Menu bar 46 Status bar 116 Turning on and off 45 Image LCD and digital buttons Using 51 Image Processing 102 Changing settings 104 Imager 40 Images Deleting groups of 117 Deleting one 115 Formatting 91 Reviewing 108 Storing 60 Included software 30 Inserting a CF Card 68 Intervalometer 92 Options 93 Introduction 14 IPTC data 81 IR filter 42 Cleaning 121 Storing 121 131 ISO 94 J Job tracker 81 Job tracker data Loading from Card 82 L Language Choosing 74 Location bar 116 M Managing color 33 In ADOBE PHOTOSHOP 37 In DCS Capture Studio 34 In DCS Photo Desk 36 Masked Focus screen 41 Menu bar 46 Displaying 46 Navigating 46 Menu button 50 Menus 47 Multiple Image Display mode 114 N Navigating In Image Display mode 109 In Zoom mode 111 O OK button 50 Overexposure indicator 118 P Pan Zoom mode Enabling or Disabling the Region of Interest box 110 Panning 111 Zooming 111 Panning 111 PC Cards See COMPACTFLASH Cards 68 Portable mode 86 Ports and Jacks 52 53 IEEE 1394 53 Powering the camera In portable mode 87 When connected to a computer 85 Preparation 28 Preparing Devices and media when connected to computer 28 Devices and media when not con
6. In the sample screen at the left a file named Station has been previously loaded Load from Card You can load a Job Tracker file from a PC Card Your choice of None or a Job Tracker file persists until you change the setting 81 Loading Job Tracker Data from a CF Card 1 Choose Load from Card from the Job Tracker Data menu Load Job Tracker Data e PHOTOGRAPHER IPT STUDIO IPT WEB IPT 2 Choose a Job Tracker file from the Load Job Tracker Data menu The file is loaded from the CF Card to your camera Each file must have a unique name If you attempt to load a file with the same name as one on your camera a message asks if you want to replace the existing file Getting Started To start using your camera connected to a computer do the following I tis not necessary to turn off the computer 1 Assemble the camera page 54 2 Install the included software as needed page 30 3 Connect the camera to the computer and power supply page 84 4 Turn on the computer if it isn t already Start DCS Capture Studio or DCS Camera Manager If DCS Capture Studio is running images are saved to the computer If DCS Camera Manager is running images can be saved to the computer or to a CF Card Capture images Review and edit images as needed in DCS Capture Studio DCS Photo Desk or ADOBE PHOTOSHOP with the DCR File Format or the ERI JPEG File Format Module Save the images to the computer
7. computer You can then open edit transfer copy archive and save images using one of several included software applications page 30 or send them to a lab v Create folders on the computer hard drive in which to store your images if needed Use meaningful names to help you locate the images when needed v It is good practice to backup your original images on aCD or Zip disk Capture Workflows Editing Images Several software applications are included on the software CDs This manual contains a short description of each application The following table suggests acquire and editing applications depending on your editing needs and experience Acquire Editing Solutions Software Description Ease of Use DCR File Format Module Fastest way to open DCR files in ADOBE Simplest page 32 with ADOBE PHOTOSHOP PHOTOSHOP The DCR File Format Module does not allow you to edit DCR files ERI JPEG File Format Required to open the ERI JPEG files created by the Moderate Module with ADOBE DCS 645 PHOTOSHOP DCS Camera Manager DCS Camera Manager provides capture and camera Moderate page 31 and DCS Photo control DCS Photo Desk provides a browser with Desk page 31 easy to use editing tools Produces edited RGB files DCS Capture Studio A capture workflow solution Large set of editing Most complex MACINTOSH only tools Excellent color management page 30 Contents Back Next Index 24
8. 0 or higher Not OS X 512 MB of RAM v If your MACINTOSH does not have IEEE Unless you plan to use a photo lab you need 1394 ports you need an OHCI compliant a computer with an operating system and IEEE 1394 card with a free port RAM as described in the following sections v IEEE 1394 cable to process your images v KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Capture Studio or KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Camera Manager and DCS Photo Desk v Card reader to move image files to your computer after a photo session sS Contents Back Next Index 16 When Connected to a PC v WINDOWS INTEL PC with a 300 MHz PENTIUM II or faster processor v 200 MB of free disk space v One of the following operating systems WINDOWS 2000 or WINDOWS XP v lf your PC does not have IEEE 1394 ports you need an OHCI compliant IEEE 1394 card with a free port v IEEE 1394 cable vy 256 MB of RAM v KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Camera Manager and DCS Photo Desk This section outlines two general workflows to help you manage images captured on your DCS 645 The workflows may vary between studio sessions and between different types of photography jobs on locations While there is no simple workflow that will work satisfactorily in all situations the workflows presented here may be helpful to you The following workflows are described v Image capture when the camera is not connected to a computer v Image capture when the camera is connected to a computer Ca
9. 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 Contents Back Next Index 149 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 If replacement parts are used in making repairs these parts may be remanufactured or may contain remanufactured materials If it is necessary to replace the entire system Kodak may replace with a remanufactured system Repair or replacement carries a 30 day warranty effective at the time of service problem resolution This warranty will not extend the original warranty period and in the case of parts replacement will only apply to parts and labor performed to repair the equipment Limitations REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT WITHOUT CHARGE IS KODAK S ONLY OBLIGATION UNDER THIS WARRANTY Warranty service will not be provided without dated proof of purchase Please return the Warranty Registration card within 30 days of purchase As acondition of warranty service bef
10. Third Party Solution Kodak allows third party vendors to develop solutions using a KODAK PROFESSIONAL Software Developer Kit SDK Refer to the Web site http www kodak com go drg Capture Workflow when the Camera Is Connected to a Computer Connect to Start Software Device and Media Computer Preparation Capture amp Evaluate Occasional Test Images a Capine Tees j q Verification Connecting to a Computer and Power Supply Connect the DCS 645 to your computer and power supply page 84 Use the included AC adapter page 62 as your power supply Alternatively you can use a battery page 63 but the AC adapter provides an unlimited source of power Starting the Capture Software You must start one of the following included software applications before you can proceed WINDOWS v KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Camera Manager page 31 MACINTOSH vy KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Camera Manager or v KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Capture Studio page 34 When using DCS Camera Manager you will probably want to start KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Photo Desk for browsing and editing images Device and Media Preparation To help ensure a successful session v Calibrate your monitor and printers regularly for example weekly v Set up folders on your computer to hold images as they are captured Name according to studio
11. Warranty Support Options There will be a charge for out of warranty call incidents if you wish to speak to a Kodak support representative 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 Contents Back Next Index 154 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 645 and software are available In North America contact the regional Service Marketing group at 1 800 645 6325 No charge options include v KODAK PROFESSIONAL World Wide Web site http www kodak com go support v FaxBack Documents v Your Kodak Professional dealer A AC adapter 62 Accessing images on a CF Card 71 Actuations 79 Anti aliasing filter 42 Cleaning 121 Assembling the camera 54 B Batteries 63 Attaching 63 Charging 67 Checking status 65 Conserving 87 Removing 64 Battery 63 64 65 Battery charger 66 Battery Save onset 77 Battery Save state 88 Baud Rate 131 Buttons 50 Cancel 50 Four way switch 50 Menu 50 OK 50 Tag 50 C Camera Assembling 54 Firmware See Firmware 123 Camera pro
12. cable from the charger s AC adapter into the battery charger port 2 Select the appropriate included international power cord and plug the AC adapter into a wall outlet 3 Insert one or two batteries in the slots in the battery charger Use either slot when charging only one battery On average batteries are rapid charged in approximately 2 1 2 hours If two batteries are inserted they are charged simultaneously The following table shows the battery charger status as indicated by each state of the LEDs When you insert a battery there is a slight delay before any LED turns on The Basics The DCS 645 has a slot for a solid state or IBM MicroDrive COMPACTFLASH Type II Card Open the Card door Insert a card in the slot and press firmly until you feel the card seat The card can only be inserted in one orientation When the camera is connected to a computer and DCS Capture Studio is running images are saved to the computer regardless of whether a card is present Close the Card door Contents Back Next Index 68 The Basics Open the Card door The Card Busy LED flashes when images are being accessed Do not remove the card when the LED is flashing Doing so could destroy all image files on the card Contents Back Next Index Press the Eject button Remove the CF Card Close the Card door 69 The Basics Selecting a Folder 1 Highlight the Folder icon page 46 This proced
13. card c ISO setting d Name of active folder and the number of images in that folder e DCS 645 Battery level f Current image format full frame horizontal or vertical page 91 g Appears if the DCS 645 is connected to a computer page 84 and flashes if the DCS Capture Studio or DCS Camera Manager software is not running h Number of the currently selected image page 109 Index 49 About the DCS 645 Digital Buttons The Four way switch and the Menu OK Tag and Cancel buttons activate the digital functions Four way Switch Press the left or right side to v Navigate through images v Navigate the Menu bar v Move the Region of Interest box Zoom mode Press the top or bottom to v Change the Display mode v Navigate a drop down menu v Move the Region of Interest box Zoom mode Menu Button v Toggles the Menu bar off and on Next Contents Back OK Button y Turns on the Image LCD v Enables the Region of Interest box Zoom mode and implements a zoom when Region of Interest box is enabled v Implements a highlighted menu option v Deletes the active image Delete mode Tag button vy Tags or untags the selected image Cancel Button v Exits from menus without applying changes v Turns off the Image LCD v Disables the Region of Interest box Zoom mode Index 50 About the DCS 645 Quick Guide for Using the Image LCD and Digital Buttons The digital buttons take on different f
14. cee e eRe ee eS ewe wens 33 DCS Capture SUG cer ccewet ek eke Pee SdePee weer Se Soes ee be we wien 34 DCS Photo DeSK aes a ee ee ee en ee eee ee cee 36 Setting up Color in ADOBE PHOTOSHOP 000000 37 Contents Back Next Index Contents 3 About the DCS 645 Overview Masked Focus Screen IR Filter Anti aliasing Filter Removing an IR or Anti aliasing Filter Inserting a Filter Image LCD How the Image LCD Works Turning the Image LCD On and Off Menu Bar Status Screen Displaying the Status screen Digital Buttons Four way Switch Menu Button OK Button Tag button Cancel Button Quick Guide for Using the Image LCD and Digital Buttons Serial Port Power Port IEEE 1394 Port Video Output Port The Basics Assembling the Camera Attaching the DCS 645 to the Camera Body and Connecting Accessories Attaching the DCS 645 to the Camera Body Attaching the DCS 645 to the Camera Body and Connecting Accessories Disconnecting the DCS 645 from the Camera Body Connecting Flash Strobe Units Image Files Storing Images Power Supply AC Adapter Attaching a Battery Removing a Battery Checking Battery Status Battery Charger Charging Batteries COMPACTFLASH CF Cards Inserting a CF Card Ejecting a CF Card Selecting a Folder Accessing Images on a CF Card Formatting a CF Card Recovering Data on a CF Card Configuring Your Camera Choosing a Language Setting the Date and Time Setting Camera Properties Disp
15. cleaning tissue clean the contact pads on the DCS 645 and the contact pins and locating posts on the camera body WARNING Isopropyl alcohol is a flammable liquid It can cause eye irritation and dry skin High vapor concentrations may cause drowsiness and irritation of the respiratory tract Wash hands with soap and water following maintenance procedures Refer to the material safety data sheet from the supplier for additional safe handling and first aid information 4 Position the slot at the bottom of the DCS 645 in the locating hook on the camera body and gently press the top of the DCS 645 onto the camera body Contents Back Next IMPORTANT Ensure that the DCS 645 is firmly attached before releasing your grip 5 You can now attach an AC adapter page 62 or battery page 63 and turn on the camera body Index 57 The Basics Place the camera on a table or other flat surface If they are connected unplug the video cable page 140 and the IEEE 1394 cable page 84 Turn off and disconnect all flash and strobe systems Turn off the camera body If the DCS 645 is being powered by battery remove the battery page 64 If the DCS 645 is being powered by AC adapter disconnect the AC adapter Rotate the DCS 645M or 645C Release button to the left and press then pivot the top of the camera body away from the DCS 645 For the DCS 645H the Release handle is on the camera body Contents Back Next Index
16. is highlighted The Location bar page 116 appears at the bottom of the screen in Single Image or Multiple Image Display mode Single Do not used the Image LCD to make image F color quality assessments The colors Multiple captured by the DCS 645 cannot be Delete evaluated except on a properly calibrated computer monitor Contents Back Next Index 108 Using the Image LCD Navigating through Displayed Images Press the left or right side of the Four way switch to navigate through images in the selected folder within the selected Display mode This works in all Display modes except Zoom mode page 110 when the Region of Interest box is enabled The right side navigates from lower numbered to higher numbered images in the folder and the left side navigates in the reverse order If you continue navigating forward after the last image is reached the navigation wraps around to the first image 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 Contents Back Next Selecting an Image As you navigate through the images in Multiple Image Display mode the images are highlighted one at a time Release the Four way switch when the desired image is highlighted In the other Display modes release the Four way switch when the desired image a
17. using the DCS v Frame Rate of 1 6 frame second in 645 histogram continuous shoot C mode y Data recording function y Multiple exposure v Infrared photography Unsupported Features Unsupported or Partially Supported Features MAMIYA 645AF and 645AFD Unsupported v Shutter speeds greater than 1 4 second unless Long Exposure Processing is used v ISO outside of the range100 400 v Multiple exposure v Frame Rate 645 AFD model 1 2 frame second when the Shutter release mode selector lever is in Continuous Mode 645 AF model 1 2 frame second when the Shutter release mode selector lever is in Continuous Mode Shutter Release button must be completely released between image captures Contents Back Next v Infrared photography v Self Timer mode works with 645AFD v Data imprinting feature Partially supported v TTL flash performance 645 AFD model Use the flash adapter SCA3952 Adjust the flash output by using the camera body s flash exposure compensation function Verify exposure using the DCS 645 histogram 645 AF model Use the flash adapter SCA3951 If available adjust the flash output by using the strobe s exposure compensation function Verify exposure using the DCS 645 histogram Index 138 Unsupported or Partially Supported Features HASSELBLAD H1 Unsupported v Shutter speeds greater than 1 4 second Partially supported unless Long Exposure Processing is used v TTL flash performa
18. 1 4 sec is used For example if you are capturing an image using a 10 second shutter speed there will be 10 seconds of processing immediately after image capture 1 Display the Properties menu page 76 Contents Back Next Index Select Long Exposure Long Exposure Noise Reduction Never Apply e Exposures gt 4 sec 4 All Exposures Choose one of the following Never Apply Long Exposure processing is not applied to any image regardless of shutter speed Exposures gt 1 4 sec Long Exposure processing is applied to images taken with shutter speeds longer than 1 4 second All Exposures Long Exposure processing is applied to all images after capture regardless of shutter speed If you are using the long exposure function allow time between exposures to allow the CCD to cool 78 Resolution You can specify the resolution of the finished files TIFF RGB or ERI JPEG produced by the DCS 645 1 Display the Properties menu page 76 2 Select Resolution The Resolution screen appears where you set the value for the finished images resolution in either pixels inch or pixel cm Total Actuations You can determine the number of images captured by the DCS 645 from the time of its manufacture 1 Display the Properties menu page 76 2 Select Total Actuations The total number of images captured appears Use Folder01 You can change the CF Card s default image capture folder If y
19. 45 v The files have not been overwritten When you recover files a folder named Recover is automatically created on the card and the recovered files are saved there You cannot capture images to the Recover folder If you capture an image while the Recover folder is selected the image is saved in the default folder specified in Properties page 73 Contents Back Next IMPORTANT Do not format until you save all needed images in another location 1 Index Highlight the Menu icon page 46 and choose Main Menu from the drop down menu page 47 Choose Card from the Main menu Choose Recover Card from the Card menu Images that have not been overwritten are recovered and saved in the Recover folder A Recovering Files screen appears during the recovery When complete another screen displays the number of files recovered Press the OK button Another screen recommends that you format the card before capturing more images Press the OK button 73 Choosing a Language You can choose the language in which text appears in the Image LCD At this time you can choose between English and Japanese 1 Highlight the Menu icon page 46 then choose Language from the drop down menu page 47 2 Choose a language from the Language menu e English Japanese Setting the Date and Time A date and time stamp is associated with each image file Inside the DCS 645 a battery maintains the date and ti
20. 88 from 1 00 00 to 23 59 59 HH MM SS The default onset time is 60 minutes 1 Display the Properties menu page 76 2 Choose Battery Save Onset from the Properties menu The Battery Save Onset screen appears 3 Press the left or right side of the Four way switch to sequence through the numeric fields 4 Press the top or bottom of the Four way switch to change the highlighted numeric value 5 Press the OK or Cancel button Contents Back Next Setting Display Off Time Extended use of the Image LCD will drain your battery For this reason the LCD turns off after the specified Display Off Time The default Display Off Time is 60 seconds 1 2 Index Display the Properties menu page 76 Choose Display Off Time from the Properties menu Display Off Time 00 01 OK Cancelf Press the left or right side of the Four way switch to sequence through the numeric fields Press the top or bottom of the Four way switch to change the highlighted numeric value Press the OK or Cancel button 77 Configuring Your Camera Long Exposure The Long Exposure property reduces accumulated pattern noise in long exposure images Long Exposure Processing is applied immediately after image capture As a result there is a greater lag time between exposures thereby reducing burst mode capture rate and depth This is true even when the property is set to Exposures gt 1 4 sec and a shutter speed shorter than
21. E USE OR IMPROPER FUNCTIONING OF THIS EQUIPMENT EVEN IF THE LOSS OR DAMAGE IS CAUSED BY THE NEGLIGENCE OR OTHER FAULT OF KODAK SUCH DAMAGES FOR WHICH KODAK WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF REVENUE OR PROFIT DOWNTIME COSTS LOSS OF USE OF YOUR CAMERA COST OF ANY SUBSTITUTE EQUIPMENT FACILITIES OR SERVICES OR CLAIMS OF YOUR CUSTOMERS FOR SUCH DAMAGES Outside the United States 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 Contents Back Next Index 152 Warranty 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 645 for repair you should pack the unit in its original packing materials according to the repacking instructions located on the shipping container Packing will be the purchaser s responsibility if the original packing has been discarded or is not available Return of the repaired or replaced equipment to the customer can be expected five to seven business days from the date the equipment is received by the service center Product Support Options During th
22. Professional DCS Pro Back 645 Overview About This Manual Introduction Features System Requirements When in Portable Mode When Connected to a MACINTOSH When Connected to a PC Capture Workflows Capture Workflow when the Camera is Not Connected to a Computer Device and Media Preparation Capturing and Evaluating Test Images Capturing Images Occasional Verification Transferring Images Editing Images Capture Workflow when the Camera Is Connected to a Computer Table of Contents Connecting to a Computer and Power Supply 000 27 Starting the Capture Software 0 00 eens 27 Device and Media Preparation 0000 0c eee ee 28 Capturing and Evaluating Test Images 0000000 eae 28 CapiUnnoIMegeS occ ccc ast davade dd ceeeeecn Steak bobo oewe acs 29 Occasional Verification o200 a 8oba0e eee PRS hee ee aweeee wet eeoaes 29 diting IMAG GS 4c 220 e lt s6456 Geta eee Cee ee koe nea E a EE TARARE 29 Included on the Software CD 25 e5 460eeehnn heuena Rd wes FREER E we HS 30 KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Capture Studio DCS Capture Studio 30 KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Camera Manager DCS Camera Manager 31 KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Photo Desk DCS Photo Desk 31 KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCR File Format Module DCR FFM 32 KODAK PROFESSIONAL Extended Range Imaging File Format Module ERI FFM aecuenen a ara e een eer ee eee aeneree a ene eens 32 Managing Color Juco hanna nee eae
23. S 645 Menu from the dropdown menu and a connected device you must set the correct baud rate required by the device Choose from 300 600 1200 2400 4800 9600 19200 3 Select one of the following from the Serial Port 38400 57600 and 115200 menu 2 Choose Serial Port from the Main menu v Braud Rate 1 Select Baud Rate from the Serial Port menu 2 Select the appropriate baud rate for the v Serial In connected device from the Baud Rate menu v Serial Out The setting is retained until you change it or modem is selected as the Serial In or Serial Sua Rany aiD Out mode When Modem is selected baud Serial In None rate is automatically set to 19200 Serial Port Serial Out None Baud Rate Contents Back Next Index 131 Serial In Mode Using Serial In mode your DCS 645 accepts text strings from a connected external device The information is then added to specified image headers Serial In and Serial Out modes can work at the same time 1 Select Serial In from the Serial Port menu 2 Select your choice from the Serial In Mode menu described in the table below The setting is retained until you change it or disconnect the device Serial In Mode Menu Choice Action Comments None No data transmitted Serial port is unavailable New Images The text string from the connected device is written to the header of subsequent images Previous Image A text string fro
24. age determines what the illuminant was and what the color balance and exposure should be Contents Back Next Accessing White Balance 1 Select the White Balance icon on the Menu bar Preset Tungsten Fluorescent Flash r S Click Image 2518 gt Saved Click Balance ClickBalance setting 2 Choose a Preset option the last Click Balance setting saved on camera Click image 2613 or Click Balance from the White Balance menu The Hasselblad H1 s grip LCD will display an icon indicating the current White Balance setting Index 95 Click Balance When you use Click Balance your clicking of a neutral area in an image helps neutralize color shifts The neutral areas of subsequent images will have RGB values that are approximately equal Choosing an Image for Click Balance For Click Balance choose an image with a MACBETH color chart a gray card a white card or a neutral area Capturing and Processing Images Performing the Click Balance Operation 3 Press any side of the Four way switch to move the eyedropper over a neutral area 1 Choose Click Balance from the White Balance iether syadiopper roaches the edaserine menu s ie screen the image shifts in the opposite direction of the Four way switch manipulation E 4 Press the OK button to sample the RGB a values update the Click Balance menu with Use image 2613 the current image number and apply the Click OK Cancel Menu Balan
25. ages on card Change Settings Displays a screen where you can change Processing settings 3 Press the OK button 2 Select the desired setting from the Processing Settings menu Contents Back Next Index 104 Capturing and Processing Images The following screens appear depending on your choice Processing Screen Defaults Result Settings Underlined Original DCR Save Saves the DCR image default Original DCR Delete Deletes the DCR image after the processed ERI n JPEG file has been saved tis recommended that you do not choose this option unless you are certain you will not need the original file File Type JPEG Best Files are processed to the selected JPEG quality File Type Better Good or TIFF RGB JPEG Best produces best quality 3 JPEG Bast TIFF RGB compressed images with a file size larger than JPEG Better JPEG Better or Good In all cases the aspect JPEG Good Eat TIFF AGB ratio is unchanged Contents Back Next Index 105 Capturing and Processing Images Processing Screen Defaults Result Settings Underlined Resolution 100 Aspect ratio is unchanged Height and width are Epaia Resokrion the same as the original image 67 Aspect ratio is unchanged Height and width are reduced to two thirds 50 Aspect ratio is unchanged Height and width are reduced to one half 25 Aspect ratio is unchanged Height and w
26. an reduce noise in the following ways Low Reduces statistical noise compares the brightness of pixels in relation to their neighbors and corrects small variations in the image structure Medium Reduces low level noise and chromatic noise with a color component Moir Reduces low level and medium level noise and color moir aliasing DCS Photo Desk DCS Photo Desk provides a variety of color management tools You can access the tools from the Image menu or from the Image Control panel which is accessed from the View menu There are tools for Click Balance Exposure Compensation Color Balance Lighting and Noise Reduction Setting up Color in ADOBE PHOTOSHOP When you edit DCS 645 images in ADOBE PHOTOSHOP not included you can define the most appropriate RGB color space ProPhoto RGB is the default RGB color space in both DCS Photo Desk and DCS Capture Studio If you plan to open images in ADOBE PHOTOSHOP that have been edited in either DCS Photo Desk and DCS Capture Studio you should select the same RGB color space in ADOBE PHOTOSHOP Use ADOBE PHOTOSHOP s Color Settings option to set up an RGB color space Overview Rear Front Attaches to Camera Body For your images to be sharp and in focus you must use either an IR filter or an anti aliasing filter Imager The imager converts light into electrical charges when you capture an image Its specifications are Horizontal pi
27. and IR filter are fragile devices and must be handled with care v Place a fingernail in the groove at the side of the filter and carefully remove the filter Gently press the right side of the filter into place until it is latched Store the unused filter in the pocket of the included body cap page 121 Contents Back Next Index 43 About the DCS 645 Image LCD The two inch diagonal Image LCD on the DCS 645 can be used to review images and change digital settings When a video monitor page 140 is in use the Image LCD turns off Pressing the OK Cancel or Menu buttons page 50 restores the display to the Image LCD and disables the external monitor Contents Back Next How the Image LCD Works The Image LCD is used for convenient evaluation and review of images captured in the camera Occasionally there are individual pixels in the LCD which are either brighter or darker than the scene depicted These pixels few in number do not affect the Image Quality of the captured image Furthermore they do not affect the evaluation of a scene the exposure of the image color or the control of the camera You can view images on the Image LCD in a variety of display modes You can also access options from the Menu bar and from menus which drop down from the Menu bar Display mode page 108 Appears when you turn on the Image LCD Menu bar page 46 Accessible from Display mode M
28. ce The setting is applied to subsequently 2 Press the OK button to use the current image captured images A zoomed version of the current image appears with a moveable eyedropper The Hasselblad H1 s grip LCD will display a C1 WB icon when a DCS 645 Click Balance setting is in use Contents Back Next Index 97 Capturing and Processing Images Using the Click Balance Menu 1 Choose Click Balance from the White Balance menu Use image 2613 OK Cancel Menu 2 Press the Menu button to display the Click Balance menu Click Balance Menu Delete set Load from Save ima he 2613 Contents Back Next Do one of the following v Select a Click Balance setting v Delete a Click Balance setting v Load a Click Balance setting from a CF Card v Save a Click Balance setting for reuse Selecting a Click Balance Setting 1 Index Select a Click Balance setting from the Click Balance menu A symbol appears next to the currently active Click Balance setting Press the OK button 98 Capturing and Processing Images Deleting a Click Balance Setting 1 Choose Delete Setting from the Click Balance menu Delete Click Balance Showroom Studio 1 Studio 2 Studio 3 2 Select the Click Balance setting to be deleted 3 Press the OK button Delete Studio 3 Click Balance setting OK Cancel 4 Press the OK button Contents Back Next Loading a Click Balance Setting
29. ction None No data transmitted Image Number A text string containing the image number of the just captured image is sent to the connected device Specifications Type Imager size Image LCD IEEE 1394 interface Power source in portable mode AC adapter Weight Dimensions Burst rate page 126 Burst depth DRAM on board ISO Video Contents Back Digital camera back which attaches to existing medium format camera bodies having removable film magazines 16 million pixels 4080 x 4080 2 inch diagonal LCD provides image thumbnail adjustable contrast and status of digital features Transfers images from the DCS 645 to a computer running DCS Capture Studio or DCS Camera Manager software DCS 645 battery 8VDC Approximately 1 7 pounds with CF Card and body cap With battery 110 mm x 117 mm x 63 5 mm Without battery 110 mm x 93 mm x 63 5 mm 1 image every 1 8 seconds 8 possibly more depending on scene content and COMPACTFLASH Card in use 256 MB 100 400 NTSC or PAL Next Index 136 Unsupported or Partially Supported Features CONTAX 645 Unsupported Partially supported v Shutter speeds greater than 1 4 second v TTL flash performance Use the CONTAX unless Long Exposure Processing is used TLA360 flash unit in TTL Auto mode v ISO outside of the range100 400 adjust the flash output by using the camera body and flash exposure compensation functions Verify exposure
30. device with PCMCIA ATA functionality which stores images captured by the DCS 645 Contents Back Next DCR files Image files created by the DCS 645 which can only be opened using the included DCS Capture Studio or DCS Photo Desk software DCR File Format Module Included software application which can be installed as a plug in to ADOBE PHOTOSHOP Once it is in place you can open DCR camera images directly into ADOBE PHOTOSHOP DCS Camera Manager Included software application used with DCS Photo Desk It captures copies and transfers images and set properties for the DCS 645 Index 146 Glossary DCS Capture Studio IEEE 1394 hub Included software application used to capture and process images from the DCS 645 MACINTOSH only DCS Photo Desk Included software application used to review and process images from the DCS 645 An IEEE 1394 accessory that lets you connect a number of IEEE 1394 peripherals to a computer To be compatible with the DCS 645 use a hub which conforms to the IEEE 1394 standard hot pluggable can send and receive data at 100 200 400Mbps and has at least three ports IEEE 1394 interface Focus screen Included screen that replaces the existing camera focus screen to indicate the area of the scene that is actually captured when using the DCS 645 Contents Back Next Index High speed serial interface used when the DCS 645 communicates with the DCS Capture Studio and DCS Camera Manager s
31. e also lets you edit images manage color and control the DCS 645 when it is connected to a computer Contents Back Next KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Capture Studio DCS Capture Studio Platform MACINTOSH only Using DCS Capture Studio you can v Capture images MAMIYA 645 AFD and Hasselblad H1 only v Perform advanced color management including building color profiles Create IPTC data Save and reuse image editing settings Track job information Check camera settings Crop and rotate Sharpen by increasing contrast of edges SS SN NS NSN Reduce noise unwanted artifacts Index 30 Using the Included Software KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCR File Format Module DCR FFM Platforms WINDOWS and MACINTOSH The KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCR File Format Module DCR FFM is an ADOBE PHOTOSHOP Software Plug in module for opening DCR format files The DCR FFM creates a new PHOTOSHOP Software document with the contents of aKODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro Back DCR image file The DCR FFM provides quick retrieval of full resolution DCR format files into ADOBE PHOTOSHOP Software If you need to edit camera images using the specialized functionality of DCS Photo Desk or DCS Capture Studio you should make the changes in one of those software applications before opening the file in ADOBE PHOTOSHOP Contents Back Next KODAK PROFESSIONAL Extended Range Imaging File Format Module ERI FFM When DCS Extended Range Imaging files are open
32. e warranty period for the KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS 645 you are entitled to product support for both hardware and software provided your camera is registered with Eastman Kodak Company You may register with Kodak via mail fax or through Kodak s World Wide Web site http www kodak com Support is provided through a variety of options Contents Back Next Index 153 Warranty _ N Ge pen Ur Technical Support through the Web site http www kodak com Support includes FAQs Frequently Asked Questions downloadable software updates and technical topic articles for reading and downloading FaxBack Documents on a variety of subjects In North America the FaxBack system is available at the following phone number 1 800 508 1531 Authorized Dealers Contact your authorized KODAK PROFESSIONAL dealer for help with operation and connection to your computer Your dealer can also provide training for your DCS 645 application software Authorized dealers can also provide help in purchasing a service maintenance agreement Telephone Support Telephone support is provided without charge during your warranty period only by calling your authorized dealer Your camera must be registered with Eastman Kodak Company Fill out and return to Eastman Kodak Company the warranty registration card included with your camera Failure to register your camera will cause delays in requesting repair of your camera during the warranty period Out of
33. ed COMPACTFLASH Card when ANY of the following conditions occur v Camera is operating in portable mode v Camera is connected to a computer but the computer is not turned on v Camera is connected to a computer that is powered but the DCS Capture Studio software is not running v Camera is connected to a computer running DCS Camera Manager with appropriate options selected Index 60 The Basics Power Supply Use the included AC adapter when the DCS 645 is connected to a computer Use the DCS 645 battery or AC adapter when the DCS 645 is not connected to a computer Two AC adapters are included with your DCS 645 v 8VDC AC adapter is used with the DCS 645 when you have a power outlet and do not want to use a battery vy 12VDC AC adapter is used with the battery charger IMPORTANT If you remove power from the DCS 645 disconnect the AC adapter or remove the battery you must wait 10 seconds before reapplying power If you don t the DCS 645 may not boot Contents Back Next DCS 645C When you turn off the power on the CONTAX 645 camera body the DCS 645C continues to use full power for approximately one hour To prevent this remove the battery and or AC adapter from the DCS 645C You may occasionally use the DCS 645 unattached to a camera body for example to transfer images to your computer In this case you must turn on the Image LCD or establish an IEEE 1394 connection If you don t the DCS 645 wil
34. ed in ADOBE PHOTOSHOP Software a separate window appears that allows the image processing capabilities of KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Photo Desk The Extended Range Imaging Technology File Format Module ERI FFM allows you to make a variety of sophisticated image processing decisions such as exposure compensation color balance color space selection and lighting adjustments Index 32 Managing Color DCS Capture Studio and DCS Photo Desk provide tools to help you manage color Both software applications work with images captured on a variety of KODAK PROFESSIONAL digital cameras This section provides an overview of how to best use the color management tools with the DCS 645 It also describes RGB setup in ADOBE PHOTOSHOP Using the Included Software DCS Capture Studio DCS Capture Studio provides a wide range of color management preferences and tools This section describes defaults and recommends settings when using the software with the DCS 645 Access Preferences from the DCS Capture Studio Edit menu Access the various tools from the Tools menu Contents Back Next Default Preferences Default preferences are described below Monitor Profile Check Use system profile if a system profile has been created If there is none a default profile is used Default Source Profile It is recommended that you choose DCSPB Daylight Source Correction to represent how the DCS 645 interprets color in dayligh
35. ent generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense Contents Back Next Index 143 v Treat the imager with extreme care It is very expensive to replace v The anti aliasing or IR filter is exposed when the cap is removed Do not touch or strike this filter or set it down on a surface v Do not substitute other types of cables for supplied cables or cables listed in the System Requirements section page 16 v Handle the DCS 645 with care Treat the anti aliasing filter with the greatest of care It is a very expensive device v lf you don t plan to use your camera for five or more days remove the battery from the camera and carrier This will prevent battery discharge and or damage due to battery leakage v Do not use the DCS 645 where it can come in contact with water It is not waterproof or splash resistant Glossary Aliasing Artifacts that appear on an image but were not in the original scene Anti aliasing filter Helps to reduce aliasing at certain focal distances Camera Manager See DCS Camera Manager Capture Studio See DCS Capture Studio COMPACTFLASH Card CF Card A small removable
36. enus page 47 Accessible from the Menu bar Index 44 Turning the Image LCD On and Off 1 Press the OK button to turn on the Image LCD 2 Press the Cancel button to turn off the Image LCD If the LCD is not in Display mode press the Cancel button again Note The Image LCD uses a lamp to illuminate its screen Your DCS 645 will heat up if the Image LCD is turned on for an extended period Do not leave your LCD always on turn it on when you need it turn it off when you are through Menu Bar The Menu bar is turned off when any Display mode page 108 is active It appears when you press the Menu button The Menu bar appears on the Image LCD and contains icons which access various digital functions Folder icon Menu icon White Balance icon Status Screen icon Video icon when Video is enabled Contrast icon Displaying and Navigating the Menu Bar 1 Turn onthe Image LCD page 45 Press the Menu button to turn on the Menu bar Press the left or right side of the Four way switch to highlight the needed Menu bar icon Press the Cancel button or Menu button to turn off the Menu bar About the DCS 645 Menus Many DCS 645 functions can be accessed through the menus on the Image LCD Some menu screens have OK and Cancel choices To implement these choices press the OK or Cancel buttons page 50 on the DCS 645 Making a Menu Selection 1 Navigate the Menu bar page 46 until the Fold
37. er or Menu icon is highlighted The appropriate menu appears Contents Back Next 2 Press the top or bottom of the Four way switch to highlight a menu option Press the OK button to activate the option Additional screens may appear depending on your choice Repeat steps 2 and 3 for each screen If the choices are horizontal as in the example below use the left or right of the Four way switch when highlighting options Date Time rit 16 00 47 About the DCS 645 Menu Hierarchy 01 18 C02 7 o3 0 104 0 Firmware Main Menu Properties e Daylight Tungsten Fluorescent k image 2613 Balance Main Menu Intervalometer ISO Job Tracker Overexposure Indicator Processing Tine 2Qate J Contents Battery Save Onset Display Off Time Total Actuations Use Folder01 Video Format Back Next Language e English Japanese Index 48 About the DCS 645 The Status screen provides a quick display of the DCS 645 s current setup v Highlight the Status screen icon page 46 The Status screen appears with the following information ESD oC STATUS a A g p 2 A rye C E0 100 m 2 h d WEDDING 18 Contents Back Next a Estimate of the number of images that can be captured to the installed CF Card page 68 b Fill level in color indicates the approximate amount of space available on the active
38. erest box off and navigate page 109 to other images Luminometer Crosshairs The crosshairs which appear when the Region of Interest box is on indicate the level of luminance channel saturation of pixels below the center of the crosshairs This level is indicated in stops 3 to 3 25 and percentages 2 to 180 Index 111 Using the Image LCD Histogram Display Mode When Histogram mode is active dependant on your camera body model the active image its histogram and the following information appear v Image name Active folder number name Date and time of image capture ISO Shutter speed Aperture Exposure mode XS 58S SN NSN Exposure compensation Contents Back Next Interpreting a Histogram v A histogram that is clipped at the right indicates over exposure One that is clipped at the left indicates under exposure Over exposure Under exposure v A histogram that peaks towards the right indicates a high key image without many dark tones One that peaks on the left indicates a low key image without many light tones High key Low key v The double bars at the base of the histogram indicate the area of 18 gray Index 112 The Hasselblad H1 s grip LCD will display the histogram of the last DCS 645H image captured if the Show Histogram option in the H1 s Custom Settings menu is set to Yes The Hasselblad H1 s User button can be assigned the function of displaying the hist
39. ges cannot be stored If the viewfinder display will not turn on and you cannot capture images to a CF card check the available space on the Status screen to be sure the card is not full If capturing images to a computer DCS Capture Studio or DCS Camera Manager must be running Index 90 Capturing and Processing Images Image Format The DCS 645 has a square imager that captures To Format Images images in a square format You can change this format if needed The new format is applied to 1 Choose Image Format from the Main menu subsequently captured images 2 Choose the desired option from the Image The Masked Focus screen page 41 indicates Format menu Full Frame 5x4 or 4x5 the approximate area of coverage for each i it format The current format is indicated on the Status screen page 49 F Full frame image 5x5 H Horizontal format 5x4 V Vertical format 4x5 5x4 The Hasselblad H1 s grip LCD will display an icon indicating the current Image Format setting Contents Back Next Index 91 Capturing and Processing Images Intervalometer The Intervalometer is available on the DCS 645H or when a DCS 645M is mounted on a MAMIYA 645 AFD It is not available with the DCS 645C or when the DCS 645M is used with the MAMIYA 645 AF The Intervalometer automatically captures a sequence of images at specified intervals over a specified time period You might use the Intervalome
40. gnment The Battery icon indicates the battery level If it is insufficient or empty the icon blinks indicating that you need to charge the battery mw A Full d aj Low NX a Bi Insufficient a ies Sa a q pa Empty a T The Battery icon does not appear if an AC adapter or a third party battery is supplying power The Basics Battery Charger For the best results store and use the battery charger within the following temperature ranges Charge a battery before using it for the first time Storage temperature range 20 C to 60 C and whenever it is insufficient or empty If you 68F to 140 F plan to use your camera without the AC adapter for an extended period of time it is a good idea to Charging temperature range 0 C to 40 C charge one or more batteries before you begin 32 F to 104 F An external battery charger is included with your lf you charge a battery in an environment camera near the high end of the charging range its internal temperature may exceed the rated maximum temperature In this case the charger stops charging and the yellow LED flashes until the battery cools Once cooled charging resumes If this occurs frequently the battery lifetime can be shortened CAUTION Use only the DCS Pro Back 645 Series battery charger to charge a DCS 645 battery Using a different charger can damage the battery or the charger Contents Back Next Index 66 Charging Batteries 1 Plug the
41. he image files to the computer Review and edit the images as needed in DCS Capture Studio DCS Photo Desk or ADOBE Photoshop with DCR File Format Module or the ERI JPEG module 10 Save the images to the computer s hard drive in the desired format Using the Camera in Portable Mode When you are working in portable mode you can To extend the life of the battery remember the use either a DCS 645 battery or the included AC following adapter page 62 v Older batteries may not last as long as newer batteries v Minimize use of the Image LCD and turn it Plug the AC adapter into the Power port on the off when not in use DCS 645 v Track the battery s power level by checking its icon on the Status screen Plug the AC adapter into a wall socket Contents Back Next Index 87 Battery Save State To conserve the battery s charge the DCS 645 enters Battery Save state if no DCS 645 controls are touched for a specified period of time When this happens the Image LCD and DCS 645 buttons become inactive The default onset of Battery Save state is 60 minutes You can change the Battery Save Onset time in Properties page 77 To Exit Battery Save State v Press the Shutter button on the camera body The DCS 645 turns on with the same settings it had before Battery Save state began Capturing and Processing Images Overview Capture images using the Shutter Release button on the camera bod
42. hered DCS 645 to the computer s hard drive To open your images using the ERI JPG File Format Module page 32 you must have processed the DCR image files to create ERI JPEG files This processing is performed by your DCS 645 Index 71 The Basics Occasionally you may need to format a CF Card if it was formatted incorrectly or if the data on the card becomes corrupted If you have used a CF Card for several sessions for example two or three dozen you may want to format it on the camera you will be using so that the full capacity of the card is available Deleting images does not reclaim all space on the card There are two ways to format a card v Quick format removes the directory structure but does not erase data It may be possible to recover files page 73 after a Quick format v Full format erases all information and cleans up the card Images cannot be recovered Contents Back Next Index Cards are formatted in PC DOS format Highlight the Menu icon page 46 and choose Main Menu from the drop down menu page 47 Choose Card from the Main menu Choose Quick Format or Full Format from the Card menu Press the OK or Cancel button 72 The Basics Recovering Data on a CF Card The Recover Card feature lets you recover image files recently deleted from a CF Card Files can be recovered if v The card was formatted using a DCS 645 v The images were captured using a DCS 6
43. ial In Mode Serial In Status Serial Out Mode Specifications Unsupported Features Unsupported or Partially Supported Features CONTAX 645 Unsupported or Partially Supported Features MAMIYA 645AF and 645AFD 138 Unsupported or Partially Supported Features HASSELBLAD H1 Using a Video Monitor Connecting Enabling Disabling Navigating Through Images Electromagnetic Emissions Taiwan European Union EU Warnings and Cautions Warnings Glossary Warranty Overview About This Manual This manual describes the functions available Throughout this manual your digital camera with the following digital camera backs back is referred to as the DCS 645 unless a KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro Back pae Wage EERE EN 645M DCS 645M The term camera refers to the camera body KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro Back with attached DCS 645 645C DCS 6450 KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Pro Back The manual does not describe the following 645H DCS 645H v Functions available with the MAMIYA 645 AF MAMIYA 645 AFD CONTAX 645 These camera backs attach to the following or HASSELBLAD H1 camera bodies camera bodies except to point out unsupported features page 137 Refer to the manual included DCS 645M MAMIYA 645 AF with your MAMIYA CONTAX or DCS 645C CONTAX 645 v Functions available with the included 45H HASSELBLAD H1 software except for a brief overview esas 29 page 30 Refer to the Help on the software CD
44. idth are reduced to one quarter Noise Yes Removes small random pixel variations Reduction Noise Reduction No Noise Reduction is turned off No Sharpening None No sharpening is applied to the finished image Level Sharpening Level High Applies a sharpening algorithm when the image hone Medium is processed High applies the most sharpening High and Low applies the least P Lony Back Next Index Contents 106 Capturing and Processing Images Processing Screen Defaults Result Settings Underlined Look Portrait Applies a lower contrast tone scale with more n detail in the highlights and shadows ook Product Applies a higher contrast more vibrant tone e Portrait Exposure Yes Applies an auto exposure algorithm when Eapoaura finishing the image Eoo No Image is processed with its existing exposure Contents Back Next Index 107 Using the Image LCD Reviewing Images You can review images on the active CF Card Selecting a Display Mode page 68 in one of five Display modes 1 Press the OK button to turn on the Image LCD v Single Image mode page 110 or if a menu is displayed press the Cancel or v Zoom mode page 110 Menu button to return to Display mode v Histogram mode page 112 2 Press the top or bottom of the Four way switch v Multiple Image mode page 114 to change the Display mode v Delete mode page 115 A pop up display appears briefly The icon for the active Display mode
45. l go to sleep Index 61 AC Adapter Connecting an AC Adapter An 8VDC AC adapter is included with the DCS Plug the AC adapter cable into the Power port on 645 Do not use any other type of AC adapter the DCS 645 then plug the AC adapter into a with your camera wall socket The Basics A Battery kit is included with the DCS 645 This includes a DCS 645 battery a battery charger and an AC adapter for the battery charger You must charge a battery before using it for the first time page 67 The battery can explode leak or catch on fire if exposed to high temperatures or fire opened or disassembled Refer to the Warnings section page 144 for further information Contents Back Next Index Position the battery so its contacts align with the contacts at the bottom of the DCS 645 Slide the battery to latch it in place 63 The Basics Hold the battery with one hand or place the camera on a flat surface while removing the battery so it does not drop and become damaged v Press the Battery Release button to remove the battery Contents Back Next Index 64 Checking Battery Status Check the Battery icon on Status screen in the Image LCD EE STATUS 2 F IBO i mil WEDOS 16 Always check the battery status at the following times v When loading a new battery v After lengthy storage v lf the shutter does not release v In cold weather v Before an important assi
46. laying the Properties Menu Setting Battery Save Onset Setting Display Off Time Long Exposure Resolution Total Actuations Use Folder01 Video Format Using Job Tracker Loading Job Tracker Data from a CF Card Using the Camera Connected to a Computer Getting Started Connecting the Camera to the Computer and Power Supply Connecting to a Computer Powering Your Camera Using the Camera in Portable Mode Getting Started Connecting to a Power Supply Connecting to the AC Adapter Conserving Batteries Battery Save State Capturing and Processing Images Overview Image Format Intervalometer Intervalometer Options Setting ISO White Balance Accessing White Balance Click Balance HASSELBLAD H1 Gray Balance Function Long Exposure Processing Images Changing Processing Settings Using the Image LCD Reviewing Images Selecting a Display Mode Navigating through Displayed Images Single Image Display Mode Zoom Display Mode Histogram Display Mode Multiple Image Display Mode Image Delete Display Mode Status Bar Location Bar Deleting Groups of Images Display Contrast Overexposure Indicator Tagging Images Caring for Your DCS 645 Cleaning Cleaning the DCS 645 Cleaning the IR or Anti aliasing Filter Storing Firmware Checking the Current Firmware Version Updating Firmware Recycling Feature Comparison Transmitting Data Connecting a Device to the Serial Port Accessing Serial Port Options Setting the Baud Rate Ser
47. lb mode Yes Yes with lens No Yes Time mode Yes No NA Yes Mirror up Yes Yes Yes Yes DOF preview Yes Yes Yes Yes Self timer No Yes Yes Yes Multiple exposure No No No No Imprint data No No No No Contents Back Next Index 126 Hasselblad Image Format Display NA Yes Hasselblad White Balance Display NA Yes Hasselblad ISO Display NA Yes Hasselblad Histogram Display NA Yes DCS 645 busy message busy db viewfinder amp body LCD Digital Back is busy CF Card not installed message stor db Blank Viewfinder Digital Back storage media is missing CF Card full message stor db Blank Viewfinder Digital Back storage media is full DCS 645 Low battery message batt db Blank Viewfinder The digital back has no power or Digital Back is busy DCS 645 no battery or no AC adapter message batt db Blank Viewfinder The digital back has no power Feature Comparison In the following table metadata refers to camera body information which is embedded in the header of the DCR image file The data can be viewed in the Image Info window of DCS Photo Desk Settings Metadata MAMIYA 645 AF MAMIYA 645 AFD CONTAX 645 _ Hasselblad H1 ISO Meta Get Set Meta Get Set Meta Get Set Meta Get Set Shu
48. lighting conditions change Scene content and Composition Appearance of image on Image LCD Zoom Display mode Look for details such as closed eyes or undesirable details Recapture image if needed Contents Back Next Index Capture Workflows Capturing Images Using the DCS 645 v Select the desired folder to store captured images v Enable processing if you want images processed to ERI JPEG or TIFF RGB on camera page 102 Change processing settings page 104 if needed It is recommended that you save the original DCR files Consider the DCR file as your digital negative Contents Back Next Occasional Verification Conditions such as lighting and composition vary between locations for example between the bride s home the church and the reception site To assure the highest image quality evaluate test images page 21 at each location and make necessary adjustments You may also want your customer to review images while still on location View images using one of the following v Image LCD using one of several Display modes page 108 v Connected video monitor page 140 The Image LCD is disabled when this is in use v Remove the CF card from the DCS 645 and plug it into a laptop computer View the images using the included software Index 22 Transferring Images When the photo session is complete insert the CF Card in a card reader connected to your
49. lls are used v_ In extreme humidity use a desiccant v lf the DCS 645 has been stored for a long period of time carefully check the operation or have it thoroughly tested at an authorized service center After storing the DCS 645 for several days you may need to set the date and time page 75 Contents Back Next v When the DCS 645 is removed from the camera body attach the body cap Place the slot at the bottom of the DCS 645 in the locating post on the body cap then press the body cap in place Index 122 Firmware Firmware is the software program that runs within the DCS 645 and controls its operation If a new Firmware firmware version becomes available you can download it from the KODAK Web site and ee update the firmware within the DCS 645 Checking the Current Firmware Version 3 Choose Version from the Firmware menu You can check the firmware version currently The firmware version appears running on your DCS 645 4 Press the OK button 1 Highlight the Menu icon page 46 and choose Main Menu from the drop down menu page 47 Choose Firmware from the Main menu Caring for Your DCS 645 Updating Firmware 1 Onacomputer with Internet access goto www kodak com then choose Service Support amp Downloads locate the DCS 645 support page and then click on the firmware link 2 Download the firmware to your computer 3 Insert a CF Card into the card reader attached to your com
50. lor chart a gray or white card or a neutral area in the image then perform Click Balance To set up White Balance in the included software capture an image of a MACBETH color chart a gray or white card then adjust later using the software v Set ISO page 94 based on available light v Set up Job Tracker if needed page 81 20 Capture Workflows Capturing and Evaluating Test Images Before your photo session begins and a few times during a session you should capture and evaluate images to be sure that the lighting and camera setup are producing the desired results Image Attribute DCS 645 Tool Suggested Action Exposure Appearance of image on Image LCD page 44 Histogram Display mode provides exposure information about the overall image Luminometer page 111 provides exposure information about a specific area of the image Shows the level of luminance channel saturation of pixels below the crosshairs on the Image LCD View images and interpret information from the tool Adjust camera settings aperture shutter speed ISO and or lighting Recapture image if needed subsequently captured images Focus Zoom Display mode page 110 View the image at 1 1 and evaluate sharpness and edge definition in high contrast areas for example eyes Adjust lens focus and or check and adjust the depth of field Color Click Balance page 96 neutralizes color shifts in Repeat as necessary when
51. lues displayed in function the Intervalometer screen No disables the Intervalometer Range 1 9999 frames 3 seconds to 23 59 59 1 second to 23 59 59 HH MM SS HH MM SS Default 10 frames 10 seconds 2 seconds Contents Back Next Index 93 Capturing and Processing Images Setting ISO The DCS 645 supports an ISO range of 100 to 2 Choose the desired setting from the ISO 400 at 1 3 stop intervals The factory default is menu ISO 100 The currently active ISO value is indicated by The ISO setting set the sensitivity of the imager s a e symbol electronics to light Increasing or decreasing the 3 Press the OK button ISO increases or decreases sensitivity The Hasselblad H1 s grip LCD will display 1 Choose ISO from the Main menu the current DCS 645H ISO setting if the Show ISO option in the H1 s Custom Settings menu is set to Yes Contents Back Next Index 94 Capturing and Processing Images White Balance The DCS 645 offers both Preset and Click White Balance functionality There are five Preset options Auto Daylight Tungsten Fluorescent and Flash Choose the setting which represents the dominant type of lighting present when the image was captured For example when working in daylight select the Daylight setting for the best results Any White Balance or Click Balance setting that you choose remains in effect until you make a different choice Auto White Balance evaluates the im
52. m the connected device is written to the header of previously captured image Text string must be 250 valid characters or less Valid characters consist of ASCII characters carriage return and line termination When you select New Images or Previous Image a Serial In Status option becomes available A text string from the connected GPS device is written to the header of the just captured image Transmitting Data Serial In Status When you select New Images or Previous Image from the Serial In Mode menu the Serial In Status choice becomes available 1 Select Serial In Status from the Serial Port menu Serial Port Baud Rate 4800 Serial In New Images Serial Out None Serial In Status If the connected device is sending data a message indicates the most recent data received Data Received lt text string gt Contents Back Next Index If there is no device connected or if a connected device is not currently sending data this message appears Serial In Status No data received 134 Serial Out Mode When the serial port is in Serial Out mode your DCS 645 sends data to a remotely connected device Serial In and Serial Out modes can work at the same time 1 Select Serial Out from the Serial Port menu 2 Select your choice from the Serial Out Mode menu described in the table below The setting is retained until you change it Menu Choice A
53. mage Overexposure Indicator You can highlight areas of overexposure in Single or Multiple Image Display modes 1 Choose Single or Multiple Image mode page 108 Highlight the Menu icon page 46 and choose Main Menu from the drop down menu page 47 Choose Overexposure Indicator from the Main menu A check mark appears when highlighting is on Press the OK button to toggle highlighting on or off Using the Image LCD Press and release the Tag button A check mark appears in the Status bar You can tag one or more images then delete untagged images on the camera You can also select tagged images in DCS Photo Desk then perform a variety of operations on the selected images Select any Display mode except Delete mode page 108 To unt t d image press the Tag button Select the image to be tagged page 109 ee mad a g Du again Contents Back Next Index 119 Caring for Your DCS 645 Cleaning Clean the camera body as described in its User s Manual Cleaning the DCS 645 1 Turn the DCS 645 off and disconnect it from the computer 2 Using a lint free cloth with light pressure clean only the outside enclosures and the Image LCD panel IMPORTANT Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners on the outside of the DCS 645 Contents Back Next Before connecting the DCS 645 to the camera body clean the slots at the bottom of the DCS 645 and the locating posts on the camera body usi
54. me for up to 14 days The battery is recharged when the camera is powered If this battery loses its charge you must reset the date and time You cannot access this battery To Set the Date and Time 1 Highlight the Menu icon page 46 then choose Main Menu from the drop down menu page 47 Choose Date Time from the Main menu Press the left or right side of the Four way switch to sequence through the numeric fields Press the top or bottom of the Four way switch to change the highlighted numeric value Press the OK or Cancel button Configuring Your Camera Setting Camera Properties You can change the following camera properties Displaying the Properties Menu v Delay before Battery Save mode activation eee Highlight the Menu icon page 46 then choose 77 page 77 Properties from the drop down menu page 47 v Delay before the Image LCD display turns off page 77 The Properties menu appears v Long exposure processing page 78 v Resolution of processed images page 79 v Default folder for image capture page 80 v Video format page 80 In addition you can view the total number of images captured by the DCS 645 page 79 Contents Back Next Index 76 Configuring Your Camera Setting Battery Save Onset When the DCS 645 is powered by battery and you don t touch any controls during the specified Battery Save Onset time it enters Battery Save state You can change the onset time page
55. nce Use the SCA3002 v_ ISO outside of the range 100 400 METZ system with adapter SCA3902 v Multiple exposure adjust the flash output by using the camera body s and flash exposure compensation a functions Verify exposure using the DCS v Data imprint function 645 histogram v Frame Rate of the H1 film magazine v Infrared photography Using a Video Monitor You can review images on an external video monitor This provides a larger version of the image displayed on the Image LCD When the external monitor is enabled the Image LCD turns off When the DCS 645 external video is enabled and it is connected to a monitor a captured image appears automatically on the monitor You can review that image and make any necessary camera adjustments When you capture another image the new image appears on the monitor You may also scroll through images in the CF Card s active folder Contents Back Next Connect a video cable not included to the Video Output port page 53 Index Video Output port 140 Using a Video Monitor Enabling 1 Highlight the Menu icon page 46 then choose Main Menu from the drop down menu page 47 2 Choose External Video from the Main menu 3 Choose On from the External Video screen External Video A Video icon appears on the Menu bar a Contents Back Next 4 Highlight the Video icon 5 Press the OK button The current image appears on the external monitor and
56. nected to computer 20 Processing images See Image processing 102 Properties 76 Battery Save onset 77 Display off time 77 Total actuations 79 Use Folder 01 80 Video format 80 Properties menu Displaying 76 R Recovering Data 73 Recycling 125 Requirements 16 Reviewing images 108 S Saving images 60 Selecting a CF Card or folder 70 Serial In Mode 132 Status 134 135 Serial Port Options 131 Serial Port Connecting 130 Single Image Display mode 110 Software DCR File Format Module 32 DCS Camera Manager 31 DCS Capture Studio 30 DCS Photo Desk 31 Editing images 24 Managing color 33 Software CDs 30 Specifications 136 Status bar 116 Status screen 49 Storing images 60 Storing the DCS 645 121 131 Storing the IR or anti aliasing filter 121 System requirements 16 T Tag button 50 Tagging images 119 Total actuations 79 Transferring images to computer 23 U Unsupported camera features 137 V Video 140 Connecting 140 Enabling disabling 141 Video Format 80 Video monitor Connecting 140 Disabling 141 Enabling 141 Viewing images on 141 W Warnings and cautions 144 White Balance 95 Click Balance See Click Balance 96 Workflow 18 When camera is connected to computer 26 When camera is not connected to computer 19 Z Zoom Display mode 110 Navigating through images in 111 Zooming 111
57. needs or procedures Capturing and Evaluating Test Images Review page 29 and evaluate images as you go As you evaluate the images you can v Make necessary adjustments using the included DCS Photo Desk or DCS Capture Studio v Make adjustments using camera tools page 21 Capturing Images Using DCS Camera Manager or DCS Capture Studio v Create or select a folder on your computer to hold captured images Using DCS Camera Manager v Enable processing if you want images processed to ERI JPEG or TIFF RGB on camera page 102 Change processing settings page 104 if needed It is recommended that you save the original DCR files Consider the DCR file as your digital negative Occasional Verification Captured images appear on the computer monitor when you are running DCS Capture Studio page 30 or DCS Camera Manager page 31 and DCS Photo Desk page 31 Editing Images Refer to Help for KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Capture Studio or KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS Photo Desk Using the Included Software Included on the Software CD The software CDs included with the DCS 645 contain several software applications This manual has a short description of each For complete information refer to the Help for each application Images captured on the DCS 645 are savedina proprietary DCR format The included software lets you open DCR images and save them ina variety of formats The included softwar
58. ng isopropyl alcohol on a lint free lens cleaning tissue CAUTION Isopropyl alcohol is a flammable liquid It can cause eye irritation and dry skin Wash hands with soap and water following maintenance procedures Refer to the material safety data sheet from the supplier for additional safe handling and first aid information Index 120 Caring for Your DCS 645 Remove the filter from the DCS 645 page 43 These storage tips apply to the DCS 645 Store Gently blow off the dust using commercially the camera body as described in its User s available canned air low pressure If the filter Manual is still dirty contact your dealer or service representative If you have an IR or anti aliasing filter not in use If the imager is dirty follow the instructions ele ab In tiie Poe Ket On Mie MOUIE BOYCA below v Onacomputer with Internet access goto www kodak com then click on the Service and Support link v On the Search Service and Support page type cleaning an imager then follow the instructions under Cleaning Recommendations for CCD Coverglass Contents Back Next Index 121 Caring for Your DCS 645 v Attach the body cap over the exposed IR or anti aliasing filter to protect it from damage v When not in use keep your DCS 645 in its soft carrying case v Keep out of direct sunlight and away from hot spots such as the trunk of a car v Avoid places where chemical agents such as moth ba
59. oftware and when transferring image files from the DCS 645 to the computer 147 Image format In the DCS 645 image format refers to cropping of images as they are captured Choices are 5x5 4x5 and 5x4 Image LCD A two inch diagonal LCD where you can view images and change settings on the DCS 645 Intervalometer Automatically captures a sequence of images at specified intervals over a specified period of time IR filter Maintains proper focus filters out infrared light and helps protect the imager s coverglass ISO International Standards Organization settings regarding the properties of photographic speed Luminometer Measures the levels of luminance channel saturation in pixels at the center of the crosshairs in zoom box Photo Desk See DCS Photo Desk Portable mode Using the camera without connections to the computer Warranty CAREFULLY READ THE FOLLOWING WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS BEFORE USING YOUR CAMERA USE OF YOUR CAMERA INDICATES YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH THEM PROMPTLY RETURN THE CAMERA UNUSED ALONG WITH THE ACCOMPANYING MATERIALS IN THE ORIGINAL PACKAGING WARRANTY KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS 645 THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY TO EQUIPMENT PURCHASED IN THE UNITED STATES Kodak warrants your KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS 645 internal electronics and mechanical assemblies to be free from defects in material and workmanship for 1 year from the day of purchase
60. ogram of the last DCS 645H image capture Multiple Image Display Mode Four image thumbnails appear with the Status bar page 116 at the left The current image is highlighted Thumbnails may appear with varying image formats page 91 as each thumbnail is displayed in its selected image format Using the Image LCD Image Delete Display Mode Use Image Delete Display mode to delete the current image You can also delete groups of images page 117 using a Main menu option f you delete an image by mistake you can get it back if you immediately perform the Recover function page 73 One image thumbnail for the current image appears with instructions for deleting it ir nt a Press OK button to delete ASBCOO42 OCR Contents Back Next To Delete a Single Image 1 2 Index Press the OK button to delete the displayed image Press the OK or Cancel button in response to the confirmation screen The Cancel button dismisses the screen without deleting the image _ OK Cancel A feedback screen appears for two seconds or until you manipulate a button on the DCS 645 115 Using the Image LCD Status Bar Location Bar When image thumbnails are displayed in Single A Location bar appears at the bottom of the Image or Multiple Image Display mode page Image LCD when you are navigating through 108 a Status bar appears at the left of the images in Single Image or Multiple Image Dis
61. ore sending in your equipment to a Kodak authorized service center for repair you must first contact a Kodak representative for return authorization and instructions Contents Back Next Index 150 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 This warranty becomes null and void if during shipment you fail to pack your KODAK PROFESSIONAL DCS 645 in a manner consistent with the repacking instructions This warranty does not cover the following v Scratches on Imager Cover Glass or IR Filter Cracked or damaged Imager Cover Glass or IR Filter Circumstances beyond Kodak s control XX SS Service or parts to correct problems resulting from the use of attachments accessories or alterations not marketed by Kodak Unauthorized modifications or service Misuse Abuse Failure to follow Kodak s operating maintenance or repacking instructions XS SS 8 SN Failure to use Kodak supplied items Such as cables Contents Back Next Index 151 Warranty KODAK MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED AND SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE KODAK WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE PURCHAS
62. ou do not change the default folder the default is the lowest numbered empty folder 1 Display the Properties menu page 76 2 Select Use FOLDERO1 3 Choose Yes or No If you choose Yes FOLDERO1 will be active when you insert a CF Card If you choose No the lowest numbered empty folder will be active when you insert a CF Card Video Format You can specify the video standard used to view images on an external monitor page 140 v NTSC North America default v PAL Europe and Asia 1 Display the Properties menu page 76 2 Select Video Format Choose NTSC or PAL on the Video Format screen Configuring Your Camera Using Job Tracker This feature lets you enter Job Tracker data using DCS Photo Desk or DCS Capture Studio load the data from a CF Card into camera memory then include it in image headers The data follows the International Press Telecommunication Council IPTC standard Job Tracker files have a IPT extension 1 Choose Job Tracker from the Main menu Job Tracker Data Job Tracker Data e None Station1 Load from Card Load from Card Contents Back Next 2 Select your choice from the Job Tracker Data menu If a Job Tracker file has already been loaded its name appears None No Job Tracker data is written to the image headers Job Tracker file Choosing this option writes the job tracker data from a previously loaded file to the header of subsequently captured images
63. perties See Properties 76 Cancel button 50 Capture software 27 CF Cards 68 Cleaning 120 130 DCS 645 120 IR or anti aliasing filter 121 Click Balance Deleting a setting 99 Loading a setting 99 Performing 97 Saving a setting 101 Index Selecting a setting 98 COMPACTFLASH Cards 68 Accessing images on 71 Ejecting 69 Formatting 72 Inserting 68 Computer Connecting to 84 Connecting AC adapter 87 Camera to the computer and power supply 84 DCS 645 to the camera body 55 Contrast Changing on Image LCD 118 Date and time 75 DCS 645 Connecting to the camera body 55 56 Front view 38 Rear view 38 Side views 39 Storing 121 131 Contents Back Next Index DCS Camera Manager 31 DCS Capture Studio 30 DCS Photo Desk 31 Deleting Groups of images 117 Single image 115 Digital buttons and Image LCD Using 51 Digital buttons See Buttons 50 Display contrast 118 Display mode 108 Histogram 112 Multiple Image 114 Navigating 109 Pan Zoom Zoom mode 110 Selecting 108 Single image 110 Display off time 77 Dropdown menus 47 Editing images using included software 24 Index 2 Ejecting a CF Card 69 Electromagnetic emissions 142 Evaluating images When connected to computer 28 When not connected to computer 21 F Features 15 Unsupported 137 Files See Image files 59 Filters Anti aliasing 42 IR 42 Firmware 123 133 Checking version 123 Updating 124 Focus screen 41 Folder01 as default 80 Formatting a CF Card 72
64. play display It contains some or all of the following mode page 108 The bar indicates the position information of the current image relative to the other images in the active folder Folder Tag if image tagged Image number Contents Back Next Index 116 Using the Image LCD Deleting Groups of Images 4 You can delete groups of images using a Main menu option You can also delete single images using Image Delete Display mode page 115 To Delete Groups of Images 1 Highlight the Menu icon page 46 and choose Main Menu from the drop down menu page 47 2 Choose Delete Images from the Main menu 5 3 Choose the desired option from the Delete Images menu Delete inpges Contents Back Next Index When prompted press the OK or Cancel button If you Press the OK button a progress screen appears If you press the Cancel button while the deletion is in progress images that have not yet been deleted remain on the card A final screen appears informing you of the number of images deleted Press the OK button 117 Display Contrast You can change the contrast and lighten or darken the images displayed on the Image LCD panel Changing contrast does not affect the stored images only the view of the images on the Image LCD 1 Highlight the Contrast icon page 46 2 Press the top or bottom of the Four way switch to move the slider bar up to lighten or down to darken the displayed i
65. ppears Index 109 Using the Image LCD Single Image Display Mode Enabling or Disabling the Region of Interest Box The thumbnail for the current image appears with Press the OK button to enable the Region of the Status bar page 116 at the left Interest box You can pan or zoom when the Region of Zoom Display Mode Interest box is enabled page 111 The thumbnail for the current image appears with Press the Cancel button to disable the Region of a Region of Interest box and crosshairs Interest box Pe in n ice 4 meresi at PRES You can navigate to a different image when WS dee Obie Image Mal appears WAAN you the Region of Interest box is disabled zoom in aie iia Contents Back Next Index 110 Using the Image LCD Zooming With the Region of Interest box enabled page 110 press the OK button There are three zoom levels The first actuation zooms to 1 4 one pixel displayed for every four in the image the second to 1 1 and the third returns to the un zoomed 1 16 When zoomed to 1 1 the crosshairs appear but the Region of Interest box does not You can still pan however Panning 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 Contents Back Next Navigating Through Images in Zoom Mode Press the Cancel button to turn the Region of Int
66. pture Workflow when the Camera is Not Connected to a Computer Device amp Media Capture amp Evaluate _ Capture Images a Occasional Transfer Images Preparation Test Images _ lt i Verification Capture Workflows Device and Media Preparation These preliminary tasks prepare your equipment save you time on the job and help assure image quality Vv Vv Y Y Calibrate your monitor and printers regularly for example weekly Charge one or more DCS 645 batteries page 67 Attach a battery page 63 Set the date amp time page 74 if needed If you have used a CF Card for several sessions two or three dozen you may want to format it page 72 on the camera you will be using so that the full capacity of the card is available and the DCS 645 Recover Card feature page 73 will work Insert each CF card page 68 to be used and check the Status screen page 49 to be sure there is adequate space available Contents Back Next v Folders created on the DCS 645 are named FOLDER1 FOLDER2 etc To create folders with meaningful names insert a CF Card in a card reader and name folders for example outdoors church You can then capture images to named folders for easy access Set up White Balance page 95 To set up White Balance on the camera use Click Balance page 96 Select an image with a MACBETH co
67. puter 4 Using the computer copy the firmware file to the card s root directory IMPORTANT The firmware can be updated only from the card s root directory 5 Insert the CF Card page 68 in the DCS 645 Contents Back Next Highlight the Menu icon page 46 and choose Main Menu from the drop down menu page 47 Choose Firmware from the Main menu Choose Update from Card from the Firmware menu A confirmation screen appears Press the OK or Cancel button If you press OK a progress screen appears while the firmware is updating This takes approximately fifteen seconds The camera automatically restarts after the firmware is updated 124 Recycling The DCS 645 contains lead and mercury Disposal of lead and mercury may be regulated due to environmental considerations For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities or the Electronics Industry Alliance www eiae org Feature Comparison The following table lists available features when the DCS 645 is mated to your camera body Feature MAMIYA 645 AF MAMIYA 645 AFD CONTAX 645 Hasselblad H1 Sequential captures with No Yes Yes Yes Shutter Release button held down Wakeup from DCS Capture No Yes No Yes Studio or DCS Camera Manager Capture images from DCS No Yes No Yes Capture Studio or DCS Camera Manager Intervalometer No Yes No Yes if H1 not in standby Bu
68. s Contents Back Next Index 13 This is an online manual Click the following items to go to the associated topic v Entries in the Table of Contents or Index v Page numbers underlined in blue vy The Contents Back Next or Index buttons at the bottom of each page Introduction Thank you for purchasing the DCS 645 The DCS 645 is interchangeable with the camera body s film magazine letting you use the camera for digital or film photography You can use the DCS 645 in portable mode or connected to a computer Features v 16 Megapixel imager 4080 x 4080 pixels v Untethered burst rate 1 image 1 8 seconds burst depth 8 images varies depending on camera body page 126 image content and type of COMPACTFLASH Card v ISO 100 400 v Removable IR filter v Image Display LCD provides image thumbnails and status of digital features v Composite video output jack for viewing images on an external monitor not included v Power source Included AC adapter or rechargeable battery pack v Slot for COMPACTFLASH Type II Card Card busy LED v 400 Mbps IEEE 1394 interface Overview System Requirements In addition to items included with the DCS 645 When Connected to a MACINTOSH your camera body and its accessories the following items are required POWER MACINTOSH G3 or G4 Multiprocessor POWER MACINTOSH G4 When in Portable Mode POWERBOOK G3 Series or iMac DV vy COMPACTFLASH Cards v System 9
69. s the last Click Long Exposure Balance setting saved on the camera It appears in the White Balance and the Click The Long Exposure property reduces Balance menus accumulated pattern noise in long exposure images When you set this property page 78 long exposure processing is applied to subsequently captured images Contents Back Next Index 101 Capturing and Processing Images Processing Images The DCS 645 supports background image processing that produces ERI JPEG or TIFF RGB files which can be opened directly by many applications and browsers ERI JPEG is a output of the KODAK PROFESSIONAL Extended Range Imaging Technology ERI This proprietary technology offers an innovative image file format similar to a JPEG but with the dynamic range and color gamut information of raw DCR camera files An ERI JPEG file is compatible with virtually all imaging applications for opening viewing and printing However to realize the full potential of an ERI JPEG you must open the file using the KODAK PROFESSIONAL Extended Range Imaging File Format Module ERI FFM page 32 available on your Host Software CD Contents Back Next Index The choices for processed files are ERI JPEG Good Better and Best and TIFF RGB ERI JPEG Best files have the least compression ERI JPEG Good have the most The less compression the better the quality of the processed file and the larger the file size The file size varies depending on content
70. t illuminant Tungsten and Fluorescent are also available Default Look Profile Choose Kodak Professional Product for a bright saturated look or Kodak Professional Portrait for flatter smoother images with less saturation Default Destination Profile It is recommended that you choose ProPhoto RGB Index 34 Using the Included Software Exposure and Tone Tools Color Adjustment Tools Proper use of this tool is critical to image quality These tools let you make minor adjustments to images processed through profiles in the Neutral Reference To ensure that there is no Exposure and Tone tools color cast in a neutral area in an image click Enable then click a gray area of the image Make minor adjustments using the RGB curves Color Balance and Saturation features Profiles Change Camera and Look profiles if needed Exposure Evaluate the histogram for distribution of tones v Adjust highlights and shadows by moving the red lines on the histogram by using the two lower eyedroppers to click a spot in the image or by entering numeric values Highlights are adjusted at the right and shadows are adjusted at the left v Make a global exposure shift by moving the Exposure Compensation slider Contents Back Next Index 35 Composition Tools These tools let you prepare images for output by cropping sharpening and selecting an output profile Noise Reduction Tools Using these tools you c
71. t source of information about purchasing supplies and accessories Reference catalog number 164 7668 Video Output Port An standard composite video cable connects here and lets you review your images on an external video monitor page 140 You can obtain this type of cable at any high end video dealer Connect the 3 5mm mono plug to the DCS 645 HOS t Connect the RCA or BNC plug to your video monitor The Basics To remove the DCS 645M or 645C body cap rotate the DCS 645 Release button to the left and press then pivot the top of the cap away from the DCS 645 Contents Back Next Index On the DCS 645H the Release handle is on the body cap To remove the DCS 645H body cap slide the handle to the left then remove the top of the cap away from the DCS 645 55 Attaching the DCS 645 to the Camera Body and Connecting Accessories IMPORTANT Do not touch or strike the exposed IR filter or anti aliasing filter Do not set the DCS 645 filter side down on a surface Do not install the DCS 645 battery or connect the AC adapter to the DCS 645 until it is mounted on the camera body 2 MAMIYA 645 AF or MAMIYA 645 AFD Rotate the Shutter release mode selector lever to L lock CONTAX 645 Rotate the main power switch to the Off position red mark not visible HASSELBLAD H1 Press and hold the red On Off button until the LCD is off The Basics 3 Using isopropyl alcohol on a lint free lens
72. ter to capture a flower bud opening or for unattended surveillance The Intervalometer is disabled automatically after the specified time period even if the specified number of images have not been captured For example if you set the Intervalometer for 15 exposures at one second intervals the buffer fills after a few exposures and the camera would not be able to maintain the one second interval It would stop capturing images after 15 seconds even though 15 images had not been captured Contents Back Next While the Intervalometer is enabled the Index camera does not enter Battery Save state Choose Intervalometer from the Main menu Choose the desired option from the Intervalometer menu Change settings as needed on the Intervalometer options screens page 93 Press the left or right side of the Four way switch to sequence through the numeric fields Press the top or bottom of the Four way switch to change the highlighted numeric value Press the OK or Cancel button In the Enable screen choose Yes or No 92 Capturing and Processing Images Intervalometer Options Frame Count Interval Delay Enable Screen Enable hic OK Cancel ox Cancel ox Sanoa Description Specifies the number Specifies the interval Specifies the delay Yes enables the of frames to capture between image before onset of the Intervalometer with captures Intervalometer the va
73. the Image LCD turns off Disabling Press the OK Cancel or Menu button page 50 to disable the external monitor and turn on the Image LCD Navigating Through Images Press the left or right side of the Four way switch to navigate through images in the active folder Images on the monitor are displayed only in the Single Image Display mode page 110 Index 141 Overview Electromagnetic Emissions Japan CORB HUB ES ERS EEMMBRA VCCI ORE ROS VOAAPRRMNRE CT CORRE CHATS LB Hee SROTLEMBVET COMBINE RET HEDBRANSCEMDDET 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 Taiwan BoA je ce PR Bane m TERRE eA iF AYRE SE GAT HR CTE EFA RE RRR EE BNET Contents Back Next Index 142 Overview Warning This is a class A product In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures 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 This equipm
74. tter Meta Meta Get Set Meta Meta Get Set Aperture Meta Meta Get Set Meta Meta Get Set Compensation Meta Meta Get Set Meta Meta Get Set Exposure mode Meta Meta Get Meta Meta Get Set Flash Compensation NA NA NA Meta Get Set Focal length No Meta No Meta Min aperture No No No No Max aperture No No No No Drive mode No No No Get Set Focus mode No No No Meta Get Set Contents Back Next Index 128 Light Meter mode No No Meta Get Set Flash mode NA NA Get Set Focus distance No No No On board flash on off NA NA Meta 1 Get DCS Camera Manager gets information from the camera body Set DCS Camera Manager can output to and set on the camera body Body must be set to imprint shooting data Connecting a Device to the Serial Port You can use the serial port on your DCS 645 to tranfer data between it and other devices You can connect a variety of devices to your DCS 645 s serial port using a serial cable available from your dealer of KODAK products Devices used to transmit text strings must be RS 232 compliant 1 Connect the appropriate end of the serial cable to the serial port on your DCS 645 page 52 2 Connect the other end of the cable to the device Transmitting Data Accessing Serial Port Options Setting the Baud Rate 1 Highlight the Menu icon and choose Main Before transmitting data between the DC
75. unctions depending on the current state of the Image LCD Turn on the Image LCD Press the OK button Select a highlighted menu option Press the OK button Enable Region of Interest box Zoom mode Press the OK button Implement a zoom Zoom mode Press the OK button Delete an image Delete mode Press the OK button Toggle the Menu bar on off Press the Menu button Turn off the Image LCD Press the Cancel button Dismiss a menu without implementing change Press the Cancel button Disable Region of Interest box Zoom mode Press the Cancel button Tag or untag an image Press the Tag button Navigate images in all Display modes except Zoom when Region of Interest box is enabled Press the left or right side of the Four way switch Navigate the Menu bar and display menus Press the left or right side of the Four way switch Navigate a drop down menu Press the top or bottom of the Four way switch Change to a different Display mode Press the top or bottom of the Four way switch Move the Region of Interest box Zoom mode Press any edge of the Four way switch Contents Back Next Index IEEE 1394 Port A 6 pin to 4 pin IEEE 1394 cable connects here Connect the 4 pin plug to the Camera 000 1000 WO Connect the 6 pin plug to the Computer gt Your dealer of Kodak products is the bes
76. ure applies only when you are working in portable mode or using DCS Camera Manager with appropriate options selected When DCS Capture Studio is running images are saved on the computer Use DCS Capture Studio or DCS Camera Manager to select folders Firmware on the computer 2 Press the top or bottom of the Four way switch If no card is inserted an x appears in the Folder to select a folder con On ihe Meny pan The selected folder is indicated by a symbol 3 Press the OK button Contents Back Next Index 70 The Basics Accessing Images on a CF Card After you capture images to a CF Card you need to copy them to a computer with one of the following installed v DCS Capture Studio v DCS Photo Desk v ADOBE PHOTOSHOP with the DCR File Format Module vy ADOBE PHOTOSHOP with the ERI JPEG File Format Module 1 Eject the CF Card page 69 from the DCS 645 2 If your computer has a CF Card reader insert the CF Card in the reader If your computer uses a PC Card reader first insert the CF Card into a PC Card adapter Contents Back Next 3 If DCS Capture Studio DCS Photo Desk or ADOBE PHOTOSHOP with the DCR File Format Module or the ERI JPEG File Format Module is installed on your computer you can access the images directly from the CF Card or copy them from the card to a folder on the computer s hard drive If DCS Camera Manager is installed on your computer you can copy the image files directly from the tet
77. xels 4080 Vertical pixels 4080 Total pixels 16 646 400 Horizontal active area mm 36 72 Vertical active area mm 36 72 The imager is located behind the IR or anti aliasing filter page 42 Masked Focus Screen The viewfinder s field of view is greater than that of the imager Therefore an apparent focal length magnification or telephoto effect appears in the captured image Remove your existing camera focus screen and install the included DCS 645 focus screen Follow the instructions included with your camera body for changing a focus screen The Masked Focus screen has crop indicators which indicate the area of the scene that will be included in the image file You can choose between various Image Format options page 91 About the DCS 645 A removable IR filter page 43 is included with You can replace the IR filter with an anti aliasing the DCS 645 This filter which is installed in front filter which can be purchased from your Kodak of the imager filters out infrared light and helps equipment dealer The filter performs the IR filter protect the imager s coverglass functions and helps reduce aliasing at certain focal distances For your images to be sharp and in focus you must use either an IR filter or an anti aliasing filter Contents Back Next Index 42 About the DCS 645 Insert the two tabs at the left side of the filter into the slots on the DCS 645 The Anti aliasing filter
78. y Refer to the User s Manual for your CONTAX 645 MAMIYA 645 AF MAMIYA 645 AFD or HASSELBLAD H1 Refer also to the list of features that are not supported page 137 when the DCS 645 is used with the CONTAX 645 MAMIYA 645 AF MAMIYA 645 AFD or HASSELBLAD H1 Contents Back Next MAMIYA 645 AF You must half press the Shutter Release button for 1 4 second before capturing an image If you press the button fully to the release position without the half press delay the shutter will not actuate You must then fully release the Shutter Release button and perform a half press for 1 4 second To capture sequential images using a MAMIYA 645 AF camera body you must completely lift your finger off the camera body s Shutter Release button after each image capture Index 89 Capturing and Processing Images MAMIYA 645 AFD and CONTAX 645 To capture an image half press the Shutter Release button for 1 5 second then press the button fully to the release position If you hard press the button without the half press there will be a significant delay between the hard press and the image capture MAMIYA 645 AF and CONTAX 645 The Card Full message does not appear on the Image LCD when the CF Card is full If images are not being captured check the available space on the Status screen page 49 Contents Back Next DCS 645C The viewfinder display on the CONTAX 645 will not turn on if a DCS 645C is attached and captured ima

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