Computer System Requirements

Image-storage and editing requires a certain minimum standard regarding computer capabilities. Large images require a rea- sonably high-performance computer with plenty of memory, advanced graphics capabilities and a recent operating system. In most cases, the computer should include a FireWire connector, which will enable you to load images directly from the camera. To load captures stored on the removable compact-flash card, you could instead use a USB CF-card reader, but FireWire is rec- ommended for optimum speed and flexibility.

WARNINGS, RESTRICTIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

• If you want to power the H5D from a PC laptop (as opposed to a Macintosh laptop), you must ensure that the FireWire port on the computer is capable of supplying power. Please note the following:

Most recent Macintosh computers are compatible, both desktops and laptops .

Most recent desktop PC computers are compatible.

Most laptop PC computers are not compatible (but can be modified in many cases).

• Keep the H5D and computer equipment away from moisture wherever possible. If your camera becomes wet, disconnect from power and allow it to dry before attempting to operate again.

• Always take great care when you remove the sensor unit for cleaning as the exposed CCD sensor protective filter is vulnerable to damage.

• Keep all cables connected to or from your camera and computer out of the way where they will not be tripped over.

• Your new Hasselblad camera may have been supplied in kit form or as separate items. There are a number of possible combinations depending on factors such as offers, bundles etc. Please ensure that all the items noted on the accompanying packing information have been supplied and are correct.

• Contact your Hasselblad dealer or distributor immediately if anything is missing or seems faulty in any way, quoting the serial numbers and purchase details where appropriate.

• Please keep purchase details and the warranty in a safe place.

• Become familiar with the various parts and components. Leave protective covers on as much as possible and avoid touching glass surfaces and inserting fingers into the camera body. Hasselblad cameras have a robust construction and are capable of withstanding fairly rough treatment but nevertheless are precision instruments and will serve you longer if treated with respect from the beginning.

FIRMWARE UPDATES

If you have registered your camera you should automatically receive e-mail informing you of the latest developments. Other- wise you are advised to make regular checks regarding firmware updates to the camera body, the sensor unit and the view- finder.

The aim is to ensure you have the latest firmware updates for camera body, sensor unit and viewfinder, which naturally en- sures the optimum in performance. When updating you should also study the accompanying ‘Release Notes’ or ‘Read Me’ files where you will find details about improvements, developments and changes.

USER MANUAL

This user manual is primarily designed for on-screen PDF reading to exploit search tools etc. However, there is a sufficiently wide left margin to allow one-sided print outs to fit an ISO standard ring binder if required.

Please note that the format is A4 to conform with the most common standard. Therefore if printing out to US Letter format or similar please ensure you select “Fit to Printable Area” in the page scaling dialogue.

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