Mamiya RZ67 PRO II, RZ67 Pro II Body Only manual Using the Release Button Collar, R-M Lever

Using the Release Button Collar

1.For normal operation, align the white square “B” on the Release Button Collar “A” with the white dot on the lever below ”B”. When this is done, the Shutter Release functions electro- magnetically and the various safety mecha- nisms operate electrically.

2.When the camera is not in use, lock the Shutter Release Button. This is done by align- ing the white dot of the Release Button Collar with the red dot “C” on the camera body. By locking the Shutter Release Button, you not only prevent unintentional exposure of film, but also prevent accidental battery depletion caused by pressure on the Release Button. For this reason, be sure to lock the Release Button when carrying the camera in a bag.

*Emergency Shutter Operation

If you were to suddenly find yourself with a dead battery in the midst of a photographic session, switch over to the emergency shutter operation mode. In order to do so, push the Collar Stop lever “D” toward the camera body and while holding it there align the white dot of the Release Button Collar with the orange dot “E” on the camera body. The shutter will now operate (even without a battery) at approxi- mately 1/400 sec., regardless of the setting of the Shutter Speed Dial.

Because electricity is not being used in the emergency shutter operation mode, the Monitor Lamps in the viewfinder will not illuminate. Moreover, even if the Dark Slide is not withdrawn, the shutter can still be released, so exercise care.

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The R-M Lever

The Normal Position (❏)

For normal operation of the camera, the R-M Lever should be kept in the center position, aligned with the index mark. Setting the lever to this position activates the double exposure prevention mechanism so that photo after photo can be taken without fear of accidental double exposures.

Multiple Exposure Position

When desiring to make multiple exposures, set the R-M Lever to the 'M' position. When this is done, pushing down on the Cocking Lever will cock the lens shutter, but will not advance the film. Upon completion of the multiple exposure, do not forget to return the R-M Lever to its normal (center) position. The lever can also be set to 'M' when testing the shutter without film in the camera.

Revolving Back Position

Before revolving the back, set the R-M Lever to the "R" position. After this is done, the lever will automatically return to the normal position when the Shutter Release Button or Cocking Lever is next used.