PhaseOne 645DF User manual

User Guide Phase One 645DF Camera

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On rights
©2009 Phase One A/S. All rights reserved. Made in Denmark.
Ver. 1.00 - Updated December 7 2009
Learn more about Capture One 5 on www.phaseone.com
Learn more about Phase One 645DF on www.phaseone.com/camera
Cover and back images Photo by: Photo & Co.
Special Thanks:
Søren Jonesen, Photo & Co
Katie Hawthorne
Peter Tirsgaard
On liability
The information in this user guide is provided “as is”.
Under no circumstances, including negligence, shall Phase One be liable for any incidental, special, direct, indirect or
consequential damages arising out of or relating to use of the information provided in this guide with or without the software
described in the guide.
Specications and appearences are subject to change without notice.
Trademarks & acknowledgements
Capture One and Phase One are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Phase One A/S in the European Union
and/or other countries.
All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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Contents
1.0 Introduction 4
1.1 OpenPlatform–FreedomofChoice 4
1.2 Warranty 5
1.3 Recommendedhardware 5
1.4 InstallationandActivationofsoftware 6
1.5 DeactivationofCaptureOne5 8
1.6 Screencalibration 9
2.0 TheBody-thesystem 10
2.1 Unpackingthe645DFsystem 10
2.2 Batteriesforcamera 12
2.3 Batteriesfortheback 14
2.4 Attachandremovelens 15
2.5 AdjustingtheStrap 16
2.6 Attachingtheback 17
2.7 Thepartsofthecamerasystem 18
2.8 Thedisplays 19
2.8 Displayabbreviations 20
2.9 Thebuttonsontheback 21
2.10 LEDlights 21
2.11 Settingdateandtime 22
2.12 Settingdiopter 23
2.12 Eyepieceshutter 24
3.0 Basicfunctions 26
3.1 SettingISO 26
3.2 EasyPhotography 27
3.3 Measuringlight–ExposureMetering 29
3.4 Focusmodes 30
3.5 Usingfocuslockandinfraredfocusing 35
3.6 Shutterreleasemodes 37
3.8 ExposureonLeafshuttervs.Focalplane 42
3.8 Flashphotography 43
3.9 Flashcompensationsettings 46
 FlashPhotographywithelectronicashmodelsotherthanMetz 47
4.0 Advancedfunctions 49
4.1 ExposureCompensation 49
4.2 AELock 50
4.3 AutoBracketing 52
4.4 Takingphotoswiththemirrorup 54
4.5 BulbMode&Longexposure 56
4.6 Cameradisplaylight 56
4.7 Front/reardiallockmechanisms 57
4.8 Selftimermode 58
4.9Intervalphotography 59
4.10 Depthofeld 60
4.11 Infraredphotography 61
5.0 Tetheredshooting 62
5.1 Connecting 62
5.2 Driverset-up 62
5.3 Tetheredoperations 63
6.0 TheBack 64
6.1 CFcardusage 66
6.2 Mountinganddismountingcardoncomputers 69
6.3 NavigatingtheBackmenu 71
6.4 Playmode 74
6.5 Playmode–zoomfunctions 75
6.6 MenuMode 77
7.0 Customfunction 88
7.2 Typesofcustomfunctions 90
 CustomFunctionsoverview 93
7.3 CustomDialModesC1,C2orC3 94
8.0 LensesandMultiMount 96
8.1 FunctionsofthePhaseOnelens 96
8.2 FunctionofthePhaseOnelensadaptor 97
8.3 Listofalternativelenses 98
8.4 LensCast 99
8.5 4simplestepstocalibrateonxedlenses(MAC) 100
8.6 Largeformatandstitchedimages(MAC) 100
8.7 4simplestepstocalibrateonxedlenses(PC) 101
8.8 Largeformatandstitchedimages(PC) 102
9.0 Software 104
9.1 Gettingstarted 104
9.2 ImportingfromCFcard 105
10.0 Largeformatandtechnicalcameras 106
10.1 Largeformatphotography 106
10.2 Technicalcameras 107
11.0 Maintenance 108
11.1 changingthefocusingscreen 108
11.2 Batterysocket 109
11.3 Tripod/Electronicshutterreleasecontact 109
11.4 Cameradisplayerror-notication 110
11.5 Lensmaintenance 111
11.6 BackMaintenance 111
11.7 housingspecication 112
11.8 P+seriesTechnicalspecications 113
11.9EndUsersupportPolicy 114
COMPENDIUM - ADDITIONAL TEXTS
TTLFlashphotographyonPhaseOnecameraandFocalPlaneshutter
Webresources.

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1.0 Introduction
1.1 Open Platform – Freedom of Choice
Thank you for choosing the Phase One 645DF Camera.
The Phase One 645DF Camera provides you the most powerful digital
camera solution whether you are working on location, or tethered in a studio.
With support for what is probably the widest array of focal plane and
leaf shutter lenses in the market, the Phase One 645DF camera gives
you incredible versatility. Whether you are shooting portrait, landscape,
fashion, wedding, product or architectural photography you will always
nd a solution from Phase One that ts your needs.
For more than 20 years Phase One has been on the cutting edge of
research and development to bring you a camera system that provides
the absolute best solution to image quality and workow.
Phase One is committed to not only provide the best digital solution
for the professional photographer, but also to ensure the photographer
freedom of choice regarding lenses, bodies, back, software, and
accessories.
Capture One 5, for Mac OS 10.5.6 and Windows™, is the new generation
of software to handle your personal workow, and is optimized for
tethered shooting.
The P+ Series of digital backs have been in the hands and on the sets
of world class photographers for years and have become legendary
in the eld. The entire system comes ready to use in it’s own custom
weatherproof camera case.
We sincerely hope you will enjoy working with this new and innovative
camera platform.

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1.2 Warranty
Please read the enclosed warranty certicate. Should any problem
occur, please contact your local dealer (place of purchase)to facilitate a
repair. – Do not try to repair the camera yourself, unauthorized attempt
to repair camera will terminate the warranty.
1.3 Recommended hardware
Capture One 5 may run on older computers, but Phase One recommends
following the minimum requirement to ensure the best result from
Capture One 5.
Apple® Macintosh®:
Intel based processor
2 GB RAM
10 GB free hard disk space
Calibrated color monitor with at least 1280x800, 24-bit screen
resolution
Mac OS X 10.5.6
Mac OS X 10.6
Microsoft® Windows®:
Intel® Pentium® 4 or equivalent
2 GB RAM
10 GB free hard disk space
Calibrated color monitor with at least 1280x800, 24-bit screen resolution
Windows XP®, Service Pack 3 or higher
Windows Vista® Service Pack 1
Windows® 7
Microsoft® .NET Framework 3.5 Service Pack 1 Redistributable package
– In case you do not already have this installed, Capture One will initiate
installation of this.
We would recommend upgrading your computer in the areas below
if you work with high pixel-count cameras or simply want to optimize
performance:
Use processors with multiple cores, e.g. Intel Core™ DUO or better.
Having 4GB RAM or more.
Plenty of hard disk space for your images.

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1.4 Installation and Activation of software
You can only install Capture One 5 when your computer is connected to
the internet unless you choose to install Capture One DB (Digital Back)
- only supporting Phase One backs.
Install on Mac OS X 10.5.6 or later:
Capture One software includes an easy-to-use installer that will install
all the software necessary to run the application on Mac OS X 10.5.6
or later.
To install the software follow the procedure below:
1. Either load the Capture One DVD, or download the application from
the Phase One website: www.phaseone.com.
2. Open the Capture One disk image
3. Read and accept the license agreement presented
4. Drag the Capture One icon to the Applications folder
5. Open Capture One from your Applications folder
Install on Windows:
Capture One 5 includes an easy-to-use installer that will install all the
software you need to run the application on a Windows based computer.
To install the software follow the procedure below:
1. Either load the Capture One DVD, or download the application from
the Phase One website: www.phaseone.com.
2. Run the executable software install le.
3. Read and accept the license agreement presented
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
- In case you do not already have Microsoft® .NET Framework 3.0
installed, Capture One will initiate installation of this.

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To activate Capture One 5 you normally need to be connected to the
internet. But installing as Capture One 5 DB “Digital Back only” does
not need internet connection. - An internet connection is needed to
do updates.
Your rst step towards activating Capture One is to open the license
activation dialogue in the application as illustrated.
Open the license activation dialogue via the menu Capture One>License.
Enter your License code and personal details in the license activation
dialogue. Enter the Capture One license code you received, either be
email or in the original software package, upon purchase.
Type in the personal details that you want, and register your types of
hardware along with your software activation. Once you have entered
the information press the “Activate License” button and your activation
will be validated by Phase One’s activation server. Your software is now
activated and ready for use!
Troubleshooting
If you are experiencing problems activating the software, follow the
instructions provided in the application, read the software manual
enclosed or visit our website for inspiration and troubleshooting: http://
www.phaseone.com/support

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1.5 Deactivation of Capture One 5
To deactivate Capture One 5 from a computer you need to be connected
to the internet.
Open the license dialogue via the menu Capture One>License.
Press the Deactivate button.
Once you deactivate Capture One, the application will return to trial
mode. If the trial period for the computer has expired, all current and
pending processing will be cancelled, and you will not be able to
continue working with the application until you reactivate it.
Conrm that you want to perform the deactivation. After doing so, you
can activate Capture One on another computer.

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1.6 Screen calibration
Your monitor is key-element in your daily workow. Therefore having a
properly calibrated monitor is a very importantinadvertent factor when
viewing your images.
Just as you would ensure you were viewing your prints and negatives
in color neutral light, you would also want to ensure your digital viewing
conditions are as accurate as possible.
Consider your monitor the new digital lightbox. To ensure accuracy,
monitors need to be hardware calibrated. A quality monitor and
calibration tool provides you with a guarantee that what you are seeing
on screen is correct. Once a monitor has been calibrated, the color and
brightness controls should be locked to prevent inadvertent changes.
Hardware-based monitor calibrators are now available at reasonable
prices. The process is simple, quick and enables images to be judged
with certainty. Higher level monitors have internal calibrating software
that works with professional calibration devices for ultimate accuracy.

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2.0 The Body - the system
The Phase One Camera system is created to provide as much exibility
and openness as possible. For years Phase One has offered two
different digital back or camera kit options, the the Classic and Value
Added, the contents of each are listed below.
2.1 Unpacking the 645DF system
The Phase One 645DF system is delivered in a case created for the
travelling photographer, the waterproof and impact resistant case has
the standard measurements of carry-on baggage in airplanes.
Open the case by pressing and pulling back the latches on the front/
opening.
Classic:
waterproof case, as delivered the case will hold:
• Phase One 645DF body
• P+ Digital Back
• Schneider Kreutznach 80mm LS f 2.8 Lens
• Capture One DB
• 1 Year warranty
Accessories
• Waterproof hard case
• Lens Wrapping
• Digital back battery
• Dual DB battery charger
• 4.5m Firewire cable
• Body and lens caps
• Camera neck strap
• Digiclean kit

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Value Added:
The case is exible inside, completely customizeable so you can decide
the actual content and interior of the case. But as delivered the case
will hold:
• P+ digital back
• 645 DF camera body
• Schneider Kreutznach 80mm LS f 2.8 Lens
• Capture One PRO
• 3 year value added warranty with digital back loan unit
Accessories
• Waterproof stroller hard case with room for 17” laptop
• Multimount adapter for HB V-lenses
• 2 lens wrappings
• 2 digital back batteries
• Extra camera battery cassette
• Dual DB battery charger
• DB Multi connector cable
• LCC calibration plate
• CF card
• CF card reader
• 4.5m Firewire cable
• QP reference card
• Digiclean kit
• Body and lens caps
• Camera neck strap

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2.2 Batteries for camera
Set the shutter release mode selector lever to “L” (to turn the power off).
Use six “AA” alkaline or Lithium batteries.
NiCd or NiMH batteries should only be used in the camerabody if CF04
is set on rechargeable. Read more on C-04 Select battery [batt] on page 90
1. Lift the battery case lock lever, turn it counter clockwise and pull out
the battery holder.
2. Insert fresh batteries with the + and - ends as shown in the drawing.
3. Return the battery holder to its case and lock it by turning the lever
clockwise. Make sure it is rmly attached.
- Be sure the batteries are placed with proper polarity.
Checking the Battery Power
Set the Drive dial lever to “S” (to turn the power on).
Check the battery condition in the lower right corner of the top LCD
display.
When replacing the batteries, be sure to use six new batteries of the
same type. Do not mix different types of batteries or old batteries with
new ones. The camera will not function without any power source.
Never throw out batteries, deliver used batteries for proper disposal.
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The batteries are sufficiently charged. There is little power remaining. Have
new batteries on hand. Camera will still
operate.
There is very little power remaining.
Camera will not operate. Set the shutter
release mode selector lever to “L” (to
turn the power off) and replace the
batteries with new ones.
When the batteries are emptied for
power, “batt” flashes on the main
LCD and the viewfinder’s LCD when
the shutter release button is pressed.

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The camera’s power is turned on when the shutter release mode selector
is set to “S,” “C” or “M.UP.” In order to prevent the camera’s batteries
from discharging, sleep mode is automatically entered if no operations are
performed for a specic period of time while the power is ON (with exposure
metering status maintained).
In sleep mode, operating the shutter button or a function setting button
restores power ON status.
In sleep mode, the external LCD displays is not active, only the marks
shown in the gure are displayed. (These marks appear in program AE
mode.)
1. Battery life of the originally supplied batteries is dependent on
storage conditions.
2. Blots and ngerprints on battery terminals may cause loose
connection and corrosion. Wipe them off before loading the batteries.
3. It is advised to carry spare batteries in remote or foreign locations.
4. Battery performance decreases in low temperatures. Keep them
warm when in cold climates or locations.
External battery case PE401 is available as an optional accessory.
5. Store the batteries in a cool and dry place, away from direct sunlight.
6. Remove the batteries from the camera body when they will not be
used for a long time.
7. Replace the batteries with new ones as soon as they are exhausted.
Liquid leakage from the battery may damage the camera.
8. Read the warnings on the batteries for their handling.
For the purpose of the descriptions
and explanations provided in these
instructions, it is assumed that the
camera’s power is on.

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2.3 Batteries for the back
When the system is unpacked the rst thing you should do is give the
batteries a full charge.
The Value Added Suitcase comes with two 7.2 volt Lithium-Ion batteries.
Only one battery is used in the P+ back at a time, but it is recommended
to charge both batteries fully before you start.
While charging the batteries, you can still use the camera back if you
connect it to the IEEE1394/FireWire port on your computer, by using
the 6 pin FireWire. - Please note some digital backs cannot be powered
from laptop computers.
The charger can adapt to voltages within a range of 110 to 250 volts.
It comes with an international set of source outlet adaptors (placed in
the suitcase utility compartment), please select one that ts your outlet,
and mount it by sliding it in from the top.
Connect the unit to the outlet and charge the batteries (approximately
2.5 to 3 hours).
NEVER throw out batteries. When a battery does not work, deliver the
battery for appropriate disposal.
Purchasing extra batteries
The Phase One P+ back comes with two 2500mAh batteries.
If you need to purchase extra batteries Phase One recommend Canon
BP 915 2500 mAh.
Due to difference in the tolerances of some third party batteries, these
may not t into the digital back’s battery compartment. Do not try to
force a battery into the compartment. When pressing the battery release
button it should slide in without problems.
Warning!
•Only use the Charger to charge the specified batteries
•Do not allow charger to get wet or get exposed to moisture
•Keep the Charger out of reach of children
•Once charging is completed, unplug the transformer from power source
•Only use the original mains adaptor 12V DC or car lead
•Never apply excessive force when connecting or disconnecting a battery or contact plate.
•Keep all contacts clean.
•Do not force down any of the contacts.
•Do not short-circuit the contacts.
•Never store the battery connected to the charger for an extensive period of time.
•Do not expose to excessive heat or naked flame.
•Do not dismantle or carry out any alteration to the product

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2.4 Attach and remove lens
1. Remove the front body cap, just like you would remove a lens, by
pushing the lens release button [A] backward and then turn the front
body cap or the lens itself counter clockwise and lift out.
2. Align the white alignment dot of the lens [B] (on the shiny ange) with
the camera’s white dot [C], mount the lens and rotate it clockwise until
it clicks into place.
To remove the front lens cap, squeeze the shiny sections together
and lift out.
To remove rear lens cap turn it counterclockwise.
Removing
While sliding the lens release button[A] back, rotate the lens counter
clockwise until it stops, and lift it off.
After removing the lens from the camera body, protect both ends by
attaching the caps.
Oil, dust, ngerprints, or water on the electronic contacts could result
in malfunction or corrosion. Wipe such impurities off with a clean piece
of cloth.
Do not touch the distance ring or other rotating parts when attaching
the lens. When installing a lens, do not press the lens release button.
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Attach the leaf shutter lens
Leaf shutter lenses are equipped with an internal shutter, leaf shutter
lenses are capable of high shutter speeds 1/800 sec. or 1/1600 on
P65+ and P40+ with ash synchronization which is particularly useful
when you are doing daytime ll-in ash photography.
When the leaf shutter lens is attached and the leafshutter is used, the
letters “LS” will appear in the main LCD display.
2.5 Adjusting the Strap
Put the neck strap through the mounts and secure it to the buckle
as illustrated.
After attaching the strap, pull it and make sure it does not loosen at
the buckle.
Notice:
When using settings “P” (Program AE),
“Av”(Aperture priority AE) or “Tv” (Shutter
priority AE), it is possible to control the
preferred type of shutter or the “Auto”
mode and C-17.
Read more on C-17 Choose shutter function
Program mode [Sh_P] on page 91
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2.6 Attaching the back
The P+ back is fully integrated with the camera body and functions as
a part of the whole camera system.
When no digital back attached to the Phase One 645DF camera body
the mirror is up and the shutter is open. This is the correct position
when no back is attached.
When attaching the P+ back to the camera body the shutter will close
and the mirror come down.
First remove the cover, it is important to ensure that the bottom part of
the P+ back is placed correctly in the lower locking mechanism on the
back of the camera body before the upper locking mechanism [A+B] is
pressed together.
Failure to do this can cause an error with the camera body. where the
shutter will continuously open and close. If this occurs, remove the P+
back. Make sure the camera body is powered, press button [2] while
mounting the digital back, lock the mounted back by pressing [1]
Please be aware that the shutter should be in the correct starting
position (shutter open), if this is not the case, attach and remove the
P+ back again to make sure that the camera body gets in the correct
starting position.
Remove the P+ back by pushing back lever [1], push in button [2], and
gently pull away top rst, be careful on the contacts and protective glass
on the back, your back should always be protected by the protection
plate, when not attached to the camera.
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Digital Back
AEL Exposure metering button
Self timer button
Main LCD backlight button
Multiple exposure button
Auto bracketing button
Auto exposure lock button
Exposure compensation button
Set button
Focus point selector button
Rubber eye piece Interval button
Flash auto adjustment select button
Diopter adjustment lens (standard accessory)
External power socket
Battery case lock lever
Battery case
Tripod socket
Diopter adjustment dial
Strap lug
AF lock button
Auto focus assist infrared light
emission window
Self timer lamp
Synchro terminal
Electronic shutter release contact
Lens release button
Focus mode selector lever
C
S
M.UP
L
Eyepiece shutter lever
Main LCD
Rear dial
Strap lug
Front dial
Shutter release button
Drive dial
Hot shoe
Exposure mode dial
Mirror*
Electronic contacts
Depth of eld preview button
Lens mount alignment mark
*Do not touch the mirror
2.7 The parts of the camera system
Exposure metering mode selector

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During actual use, only the relevant icons and indicators are displayed.
During actual use, only the relevant icons and indicators are displayed.
2.8 The displays
The display on the camera body will provide you with a lot of valuable
information. This includes many features and settings including, but not
limited to shutter speed, aperture value, exposure program, exposure
compensations and metering modes. See the gure for full explanation.
Viewfinder display
The most relevant information regarding the capture can be read on
the bottom display in the viewnder along with the autofocus mark
indicating that the focus is correct.
Back display
The display on the back is a multifunctional display, where the menus
change depending on the status and choices you make.
In addition to providing menu navigation, the display on the back can
work as preview screen.
mode set
mode set

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Liquid Crystal Display
Due to the limitations of the space and letters, words and letters on
the LCD are abbreviated.
Display examples of the main LCD
Display examples in the custom function mode
2.8 Display abbreviations