Mamiya 645 AFD III AFL function lock mode, Mode one-push setting, Bulb exposure time setting

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Types of custom functions (continued)

C-19 AFL function lock mode

This function is used to set the AF lock method when the AFL button is operated.

There is a choice between AF locking by pressing the AFL button and performing the AF operation for AF locking and AE locking.

0:Yes (AF lock only: initial setting)

1:Yes (AF operation/AE lock)

C-20 M mode one-push setting

This function is used to set whether one-push shift operation in manual mode is to be based on the shutter speed or f-number.

0:Shutter speed shift (initial setting)

1:F-number shift

C-21 Bulb exposure time setting

This function enables bulb shooting by setting the bulb shooting time from 1 to 60 minutes provided that the battery charge lasts. It can be used to decide on the bulb shooting time from 1 to 60 minutes.

C-22 Bulb shutter release setting

This function is used to set how to operate the shutter button for bulb shooting. At the “0” setting, the shutter is opened and closed while the shutter button is held down; at

the “1” setting, it is opened and closed each time the shutter button is pressed.

0:While shutter button is pressed (initial setting)

1:Each time shutter button is pressed

C-23 Shutter speed in X mode

This function is used to set the shutter speed in X (synchronizing) mode. The initial setting is 1/125 sec. The kind of large flash unit for use in studios has a long firing time and so it may not synchronize at a high shutter speed setting. Take one or more test shots, then set the synchronization speed.

0:1/125 sec. (initial setting)

1:1/90 sec. (1/80 sec.※ )

2:1/60 sec.

3:1/45 (1/40 sec.※ )

※When the exposure value step width has been set to 1/2 step

C-24 Automatic sync speed setting

This function is used to set the shutter speed when using the flash unit made by Metz (with the SCA3952 adapter) in P (program) or Av mode.

0:1/60 to 1/125 sec. (initial setting)

1:Less than 1/125 sec. (metered value)

C-25 TTL flash compensation mode

This function is used to set whether to link exposure compensation and flash compensation when using the flash unit made by Metz (with the SCA3952 adapter).

0:Not linked (initial setting)

1:Linked

C-26 AF beam setting

The AF auxiliary light fires automatically when the subject is too dark to perform AF, but this function can be used to prevent the AF auxiliary light from firing.

0:Fires (initial setting)

1:Does not fire

C-27 Flash sync. timing

When a moving subject has been shot using the flash, a flash of light will appear ahead of the subject’s movement under the initial setting. This function makes it possible to

change this so that the flash of light comes after the moving subject as illustrated.

0:No (front curtain synchronization: initial setting)

1:Yes (rear curtain synchronization)

C-28 Copy custom function

This function is used to group all the user symbol settings selected (custom functions that have been set) together with the other user symbols, and copy them.

0:No (initial setting)

1:Yes (copied to user A)

2:Yes (copied to user B)

3:Yes (copied to user C)

C-29 Custom function reset

This function is used to group all the user function settings selected from C- 01 to C-27 together, and initialize them (to the default settings).

0:No (initial setting)

1:Yes

C-30 Shutter release without film

This function is used to set whether the shutter is to be tripped even when the film has not been loaded.

0:No (initial setting)

1:Yes

C-31 Auto film loading setting

This function is used to set whether to feed the film (to the first frame) by half- pressing the shutter button or by closing the rear cover when the film has been loaded. The film

can be fed to the first frame by half- pressing the shutter button even when the rear cover close has been established as the setting.

0:By half-pressing the shutter button (initial setting)

1:By closing the rear cover

★When the camera is in sleep mode, the film will not start moving even when the rear cover is closed. Half-press the shutter button.

C-32 Multiple exposure mode

This function is used to select whether, during multiple exposure shooting, the multiple exposures are to be taken by pressing the shutter button until the multiple exposure button is pressed or after the number of set multiple exposures have been taken (initial setting). When the number of multiple exposures is set, the film is wound up by one frame after the completion of the number of multiple exposures.

0:Until the multiple exposure button is pressed (initial setting)

1:Multiple exposure number is set

C-33 Digital back CF configuration

This function is used to select the user function (A, B or C) when an MSCE- listed digital back has been loaded.

0:No (initial setting)

1:A

2:B

3:C

C-34 Clock/calendar setting

This function is used for setting the calendar and clock. For details on the setting procedure, see page 23.

C-35 Index setting

This function is used for setting the index numbers. For details on the setting procedure, see pages 21 and 22.

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Contents Instructions Preface Special Advice To Professional PhotographersNames of Parts and Functions Main LCD Liquid Crystal Displays LCDViewfinder LCD Electronic Dial OperationCustom Functions 90 to ContentMiscellaneous Operations 98 to110 Camera Operation Test Set the auto focus mode selec- tor lever to S. SeeAlkaline battery Checking the Battery PowerInserting the Batteries without batteries Camera will not operateBattery Power / Battery Care Installing the Battery in the MagazineRemove the battery compartment screw cap Insert a batteryAttaching the lens Attaching and Removing a LensShutter Safety Retraction Before installationInstallation and removal of the magazine and its dark slide Attaching / Detaching a MagazineReplacing the Diopter Correction Lens Diopter AdjustmentDiopter not matching.Diopter matching How to imprint the same index number Setting the Index NumberDial Setting Date and Time / Strap Setting Date and TimeBasic Operation Attaching a Lens and a Magazine Setting the Film SpeedAttaching a Lens Attaching a MagazineLoading Film in the Magazine Close the back cover Attach the leader paper of the film to the empty spoolInsert the loaded film insert into the magazine Film.Compatibility between the HM402 and HM401 120/220 magazines Selecting the Shooting Frame Number DisplayCamera Magazine BodySet the focus mode selector lever to S single focus mode Taking Photos in the Fully Automatic ModeMode setting and a C continuous advance Mode setting. SeeFocus Shutter Release Button / Holding the CameraShutter Release Button Holding the CameraUnloading the exposed film Removing a Partially Exposed Roll of FilmThis chapter describes various functions of the camera Electrical ContactsContinuous focus mode C Single focus mode S Focus AreaFocus Modes Focus AreaLenses with the Focus Mode Selector Manual Focus ModeManual Focus Mode M Manual focusing using the focus mark When Auto Focus FailsMals in cages, etc Subjects with continuous re Set the focus mode selector lever to S or C Using the Focus Lock FunctionAdjust the composition AF Assist Infrared LightSelf-Timer Mode Single-Frame ModeContinuous Mode Drive ModesProgram AE P Exposure ModesProgram Shift PH/PL Normal Program shift areaAperture Priority AE Av Custom settings C-01 onShutter Priority AE Tv Turn the front dial to set the desired shutter Manual Mode MSpeed ±6 EVMode CF Custom Function Mode CFOne-push shift function Selected aperture value can be locked. SeeExposure Metering Modes How to select an exposure modeExposure Metering Modes Exposure warningsDisplay of the exposure compensation of the viewfinder LCD Exposure CompensationWidth of the exposure compensation step can be changed Metered-value difference indicator AE Lock ModeMargin Auto-Bracketing ModeNormal exposure Under exposure AE settings under auto-bracketing mode Multiple Exposure ModeSingle-Frame Mode S Continuous Mode CPress the shutter release button To cancel the Multiple Exposure ModeCelled Exposure compensation in typical multiple exposuresTaking Photos with the Mirror Up Using auto focus and auto exposure Manual modeHalfway while looking into the view finder Electronic Shutter Release Contact / Eyepiece Shutter Selecting the Number of Frames to be ShotElectronic Shutter Release Contact Eyepiece ShutterSelf Timer Mode Depth of Field / Depth of Field Preview Front / Rear Dial Lock FunctionFlash Photography Infrared PhotographyMetz Flash SCA3952 System Functions Rear Curtain Sync ModeFor example External LCD Panel normal display Flash Compensation SettingsViewfinder LCD read-outs Selected shutter speed and aperture level can be locked See Superimposing DataThis camera’s synchro contact is an X contact Custom Functions Custom Functions of Mamiya 645AFD Setting Custom FunctionsTypes of Custom Functions Mode one-push setting AFL function lock modeBulb exposure time setting Bulb shutter release settingMiscellaneous Operations Changing the Focusing Screen External Battery Socket Using the M645 Manual Focus LensesAvailable functions with M645 lens Half press the shutter release button to show shutter speedTripod / Memo Clip Using a TripodMemo Clip When Any of These Displays Appear Field of View 94%* of actual image Viewfinder Information SpecificationsImportance of Proper Maintenance Maintenance and check of the cameraCommon Sense Camera Care and Practice After-Sale Servicing

645 AFD III specifications

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