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Quick start

Charge the battery.

See

Battery charging

on page 31.

Format your CompactFlash

(CF) card, and then insert it into

your imaging module.

See

Formatting a CompactFlash card

on page 34 and

Inserting

a CompactFlash card

on page 36.

Attach a PQ or PQS lens.

Attaching a lens

on page 64.

Turn on the Leaf

camera system and set the shutter

release mode. See

Turning on the camera system and setting

the shutter release mode

on page 73.

Set the exposure mode.

See

Selecting an exposure mode

on page 98.

Quick start

Summary of Contents for AFi 10

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Page 5: ...ry from the handgrip 52 Attaching a battery to the imaging module 53 Removing the battery from the imaging module 54 Attaching an external power adapter to the imaging module 54 Tethered power management 55 Setting tethered power to battery 56 5 Handling your camera system 57 Using the viewfinder 59 Attaching a lens 64 Removing a lens 65 Removing rotating and attaching the imaging module 65 Adjust...

Page 6: ...ing an exposure mode 98 Locking the exposure setting without locking the autofocus 98 Locking the exposure setting and the autofocus 99 Setting the EV compensation 100 Advanced settings for shutter release mode 100 8 Focusing the camera 103 Focus modes 105 Shooting with single autofocus 106 Shooting with continuous autofocus 107 Overriding autofocus 107 Shooting with manual focus 108 Setting a foc...

Page 7: ...ng a connection between your iPAQ and the imaging module 151 Changing the name of the imaging module 154 Evaluating shots on the iPAQ 155 Editing with Leaf WiView 156 Changing the Shoot view options in Leaf WiView 156 Changing the interface language in Leaf WiView 157 Viewing the Leaf WiView version information 157 13 Tethered shooting 159 Tethered mode 161 Connecting the camera system to the Leaf...

Page 8: ...l 203 Camera system turns off unexpectedly 205 Autofocus lens does not focus automatically 206 Delay in shutter release 206 Lens is triggered then locks 206 Unable to take meter reading 207 No image in viewfinder 207 Unexpected ISO 207 Unable to change the exposure time and aperture settings 208 Handgrip and viewfinder displays are not illuminated 208 Overexposed shots 208 Underexposed flash shots...

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Page 11: ... a CompactFlash card on page 34 and Inserting a CompactFlash card on page 36 Attach a PQ or PQS lens Attaching a lens on page 64 Turn on the Leaf AFi camera system and set the shutter release mode See Turning on the camera system and setting the shutter release mode on page 73 Set the exposure mode See Selecting an exposure mode on page 98 11 Quick start ...

Page 12: ...Set the focus mode See Focus modes on page 105 Push the shutter release button to take a shot See Taking a shot on page 75 12 Quick start ...

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Page 15: ... lenses have been optimized for use with high resolution sensors offering optimal focus while making the best use of high resolution charge coupled device CCD sensors The Leaf AFi camera system is the world s first medium format camera to include a large 6 x 7 cm built in LCD touch screen offering an innovative graphic user interface and a variety of functions and predefined settings With the adju...

Page 16: ...Front view 16 Getting to know your camera system ...

Page 17: ...Side view showing controls 17 Side view showing controls ...

Page 18: ...Base view 18 Getting to know your camera system ...

Page 19: ...Side view showing handgrip 19 Side view showing handgrip ...

Page 20: ...Top view showing handgrip 20 Getting to know your camera system ...

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Page 22: ...view The Leaf AFi imaging module includes a built in 6 x 7 cm LCD touch screen with an innovative graphic user interface Use the stylus provided to tap the touch screen 22 Getting to know your camera system ...

Page 23: ...ion camera orientation gray balance develop curve color sharpness and crop mask size Enter camera and copyright information Each shot appears on the imaging module in Shoot view Use the the buttons to evaluate and edit your shots Set the gray balance for future shots Use the histogram the picker tool and the exposure alarms to check exposure View the image at full screen size and zoom into your sh...

Page 24: ... preferences and configure your imaging module Set options for working in Shoot view Set user button functionality Set the date time owner information and language Restore the imaging module factory settings Configure the imaging module display and sounds Turn Bluetooth on for wireless connectivity with your HP iPAQ Pocket PC Select a power source when tethered Quickly format your CF card 24 Getti...

Page 25: ...andgrip display The handgrip display has two user interfaces AUTOMATIC which displays basic information and ENHANCED which displays detailed camera settings Automatic handgrip display 25 Handgrip display ...

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Page 27: ...he information in your viewfinder display differs depending on which viewfinder you use Familiarize yourself with the differences between the displays of the camera system s viewfinders Display in waist level viewfinder 27 Viewfinder display ...

Page 28: ... aperture and the shutter speed When the AE switch is set to S shutter priority exposure control the A indicates that you have selected the shutter speed and that the camera will automatically select the aperture When the AE switch is set to A aperture priority exposure control the A indicates that you have selected the aperture and that the camera will automatically select the shutter speed 28 Ge...

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Page 31: ... the battery for 12 hours regardless of the indicator light turning off Maximizing battery use Many factors contribute to the amount of shots that can be taken with a single battery The following will help you get the most out of your battery Set your camera system to enter sleep mode or turn it off when not in use Set the backlight on the imaging module to turn off after the camera system has bee...

Page 32: ... handgrip Charging the battery Before using the camera system for the first time charge the batteries for 12 hours After the initial charge charging the batteries takes just a few hours Before performing this procedure refer to the Safety Guide part number 761 00055A MUL on the Leaf Capture software CD Use the hähnel MCL 103 battery charger provided with the Leaf AFi camera system to charge the li...

Page 33: ...e battery be sure to charge the battery for 12 hours regardless of the indicator light turning off Note The battery should not be left in the charger when the charger is not connected to a power supply If a battery is left in an unpowered charger the red indicator light on the charger and the green indicator light on the power supply are illuminated using power from the battery giving the false im...

Page 34: ...an indicator light turns on The indicator light begins to blink when the battery is 95 charged Charging is complete when the indicator light turns off Note The battery should not be left in the charger when the charger is not connected to a power supply If a battery is left in an unpowered charger the red LED on the charger is illuminated using power from the battery giving the false impression th...

Page 35: ... you use the Leaf AFi imaging module as a card reader we recommend that you format the card on a computer running Mac OS X Note Formatting the CF card erases all data on the card Quick format Perform a quick format in your Leaf AFi imaging module if you have been using the CF card with your imaging module and you want to erase all the data on the card or if the card is not performing as expected f...

Page 36: ... on the imaging module 2 Insert the CompactFlash card Formatting a CompactFlash card in Mac OS X You must format a CompactFlash card before using it in the Leaf AFi camera system Note Formatting a CF card erases all data on the card 1 Insert the CompactFlash card into the card reader or the Leaf AFi imaging module 2 On the desktop double click the system disk 3 Select Applications Utilities Disk U...

Page 37: ...4 On the left panel of the Disk Utility dialog box select the removable disk that you want to format 5 Click the Erase tab 6 In the Volume Format box select MS DOS FAT 37 Formatting a CompactFlash card ...

Page 38: ...7 In the Name box type LEAF CF 38 Preparing the battery and CF card ...

Page 39: ...e appears 9 Click Erase Formatting is complete when the progress bar disappears from view the Volume Format box shows MS DOS FAT32 and the Name box shows Untitled 10 On the desktop select LEAF CF volume 39 Formatting a CompactFlash card ...

Page 40: ...ication 14 Drag the LEAF CF volume to Trash The CF card is now ready for use with the Leaf AFi camera system Formatting a CompactFlash card in Windows You must format a CompactFlash card before using it in the Leaf AFi camera system Note Formatting a CF card erases all data on the card 40 Preparing the battery and CF card ...

Page 41: ...der 2 In Windows Explorer click My Computer 3 Right click Removable Disk and from the menu select Format The Format dialog box appears 4 In the File System box select FAT32 5 In the Volume label box type LEAF CF 41 Formatting a CompactFlash card ...

Page 42: ...matted When the format is complete a message appears 8 Click OK 9 In Windows Explorer click My Computer 10 Right click LEAF CF and from the menu select Eject You can now remove the CF card and use it with the Leaf AFi camera system 42 Preparing the battery and CF card ...

Page 43: ...ong time or if you receive error messages concerning the card If the CF card is new or if you have used the CF card on a non Leaf digital camera back perform a regular format and not a quick format This task is performed on the Leaf AFi imaging module in Setup view You can only perform a quick format in portable mode Note Formatting a CF card erases all data on the card 1 Tap Quick Format 43 Perfo...

Page 44: ...ng module to change cards or to download your images using an independent CF card reader Do not remove the CF card from the imaging module while The indicator light on the imaging module is blinking The CF card icon on the imaging module is blinking The indicator light inside the CF card compartment is blinking 44 Preparing the battery and CF card ...

Page 45: ... CF card from the imaging module while shooting in tethered mode stops communication between the imaging module and Leaf Capture software Do not remove the CF card from the imaging module while The indicator light on the imaging module is blinking The CF card icon on the imaging module is blinking The indicator light inside the CF card compartment is blinking 1 In the Leaf Capture software click D...

Page 46: ... are tethered to a Mac eject the CF card via the Apple Macintosh desktop If you are tethered to a PC eject the card via the CF card icon in the icon tray The CF card ejects from the imaging module 46 Preparing the battery and CF card ...

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Page 49: ...tinue working with it while the power is still on The second battery powers the imaging module only A split supply solution using a battery in the handgrip and powering the imaging module using a 12 volt DC power supply A split supply and tethered solution using a battery in the handgrip and powering the imaging module via your computer using an Apple FireWire cable Notes When using a split supply...

Page 50: ... the initial charge charging the batteries takes just a few hours Note If you are changing batteries make sure that the camera is switched off before you remove the battery so that you do not lose any of your settings 1 Open the case of the handgrip by squeezing the battery compartment release button and pulling the battery compartment door downward The compartment drawer opens 50 Powering the cam...

Page 51: ...le and then pull the compartment drawer downward 3 Position the battery in the compartment drawer so that the flat side faces the camera body and the terminals are at the top of the battery 4 Slide the battery into the compartment 51 Inserting a battery in the handgrip ...

Page 52: ...en the case of the handgrip by squeezing the battery compartment release button and pulling the battery compartment door downward The compartment drawer opens 2 Pull the compartment drawer away from the camera as far as possible and then pull the compartment drawer downward 3 Remove the battery from the compartment drawer 4 To close the battery compartment move the compartment drawer upward and pu...

Page 53: ...odule only 1 Push the button on the underside of the Leaf AFi imaging module to remove the battery slot cover 2 Press the battery into the recess on the underside of the Leaf AFi imaging module and then slide the battery across until it snaps into place Note If you are using a battery on the Leaf AFi imaging module you must manually switch off the imaging module when you shut down the Leaf AFi cam...

Page 54: ...Fi camera system and when the camera system enters power save mode Press the battery release button and then slide the battery out Attaching an external power adapter to the imaging module Attach the external power adapter provided to the imaging module when you want to optimize the power supply The power adapter enables you to shoot for a longer time and also to remove the imaging module and cont...

Page 55: ...Wire port on the Leaf AFi imaging module 2 Connect the other end of the external power adaptor to the 12 volt DC power supply 3 Connect the power supply to a power outlet Tethered power management By default when you connect the camera system to the computer using the FireWire cable the imaging module draws power from the computer via the FireWire cable and the camera is powered by the battery in ...

Page 56: ...the imaging module tap Setup 4 Tap Tethered Imaging Power 5 Tap Camera Battery to power the imaging module using power from the battery in the handgrip 6 Turn your camera system off 7 Connect your camera system to your computer using a FireWire cable and then turn on the camera system Both the camera and the imaging module are now powered using the battery in the handgrip As you shoot your shots a...

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Page 59: ...e viewfinder to compose and focus your shots A waist level viewfinder equipped with a pop up loupe is provided with the Leaf AFi camera system Optional 45 prism and 90 viewfinders are also sold separately 59 Using the viewfinder ...

Page 60: ... and pull the attached viewfinder off the camera body 2 Store the viewfinder in a safe place 3 Place the second viewfinder horizontally on the top of the camera and press the viewfinder downward The viewfinder locks into place making a clicking sound Note Make sure that the viewfinder is locked in place on both sides 60 Handling your camera system ...

Page 61: ... the upper right side of the waist level viewfinder The pop up loupe opens and locks in place Changing the focusing screen and mask The Leaf AFi camera system comes with an AF High D focusing screen You can switch the screen with other optional Leaf AFi camera system screens according to preference 1 Remove the viewfinder from the camera 2 Pull the viewfinder frame up by gently pulling the pin on ...

Page 62: ... Closing the waist level viewfinder Push the hinges on each side of the waist level viewfinder inward The viewfinder folds shut Replacing the diopter lens in the waist level viewfinder If you wear eyeglasses you can replace the diopter lens with a diopter lens suited to your eyesight for a sharper image in the viewfinder The viewfinder should be detached from the camera body when you perform this ...

Page 63: ...ayonet ring clockwise until it locks into place Replacing the diopter lens in the 45 prism viewfinder If you wear eyeglasses you can replace the diopter lens with a diopter lens suited to your eyesight for a sharper image in the viewfinder The 45 prism viewfinder is an optional accessory Contact your dealer for further information 1 Fold the prism eyecup backward 2 Gripping the eyecup use a small ...

Page 64: ...a lens Note The Leaf AFi camera system is compatible with all PQ and PQS lenses built for the Rollei 6008 camera Attach lenses to the camera in a clean and dust free environment 1 Press the lens release button and rotate the body cap counterclockwise to remove the cap on the front of the camera system 2 Remove the rear lens cap from the lens 3 Align the red arrow on the rear of the lens with the r...

Page 65: ...ns from the accessory Do not connect or disconnect the lens and the accessory while the tube is attached to the camera body 1 Press the lens release button and rotate the lens counterclockwise 2 Replace the rear lens cap and the camera body cap Removing rotating and attaching the imaging module You can remove the imaging module from the camera body when you want to rotate the imaging module to rep...

Page 66: ...i imaging module when the imaging module is detached from the camera body and not in use 3 If you wish to rotate the imaging module rotate it 90 counterclockwise To rotate the imaging module display select Setup Shoot View Options and set Auto Rotation to On 4 Holding the imaging module parallel to the camera body align and insert the imaging module pins into the holes in the back of the camera bo...

Page 67: ...rip position The handgrip can be locked in one of four positions You cannot remove the handgrip 1 Holding the Leaf AFi camera system securely push up and hold the handgrip release button 67 Adjusting the handgrip position ...

Page 68: ...lease button The handgrip locks into place Attaching the neck strap The neck strap has a metal lug at each end for securing it to the camera system 1 Remove the imaging module from the camera body 2 Remove the viewfinder from the camera body 68 Handling your camera system ...

Page 69: ... side of the camera 5 Push the metal lug down until you hear a click Note If you do not hear a click wiggle the lug until you hear the click The metal lug locks into place 6 Repeat these steps for the second lug Important Make sure that the lugs are locked in place so that the camera system will not accidentally fall 69 Attaching the neck strap ...

Page 70: ...trap Use the handgrip strap to help you hold the Leaf AFi camera system Use a small thin object such as the stylus to release the lug bolts The handgrip strap is attached to the camera in two places by lug bolts 1 Insert the end of the stylus into the lug bolt hole push the bolt all the way in and maintain pressure on the stylus 2 While maintaining pressure on the stylus insert the handgrip strap ...

Page 71: ...he handgrip strap is attached to the camera in two places by lug bolts 1 Insert the end of the stylus into the lug bolt hole push the bolt all the way in and maintain pressure on the stylus 2 While maintaining pressure on the stylus remove the handgrip strap from the slot 71 Removing the handgrip strap ...

Page 72: ...d mode or to clean the inside of the camera Push the mirror lock button The mirror moves into the up position and stays there until one of the following occurs You push the mirror lock button a second time You push the lens release button The camera system enters sleep mode You turn the camera system off The mirror up icon appears on the handgrip display 72 Handling your camera system ...

Page 73: ...pod plate on the bottom of the Leaf AFi camera system is designed to be clamped on a Novoflex Q Base system Turning on the camera system and setting the shutter release mode Before you turn on your camera system insert a charged battery in the handgrip and a CF card in the imaging module 73 Turning on the camera system and setting the shutter release mode ...

Page 74: ...ing module display turns on and the message Ready to Shoot appears The camera system is now ready to use Note If the camera system is not used for three minutes it automatically enters sleep mode You can set the amount of time after which the camera enters sleep mode To activate the camera from sleep mode briefly push the shutter release button Turning off the camera system Turn off the camera sys...

Page 75: ...isplayed on the imaging module Push the shutter release button down all the way The indicator light on the top of the imaging module blinks orange If you have set the imaging module to beep you will hear a beep when the imaging module recognizes the shot The shot appears on the imaging module display 75 Taking a shot ...

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Page 79: ... CF card 3 Tap the desired folder Note If necessary tap new and create a new folder 4 Tap choose 5 Tap ok Assigning a base name for your files Define a base name for your shots so that the Leaf AFi camera system will apply the name to all shots adding a number in sequence each time until you define a new base name This task is performed on the Leaf AFi imaging module in Camera view 79 Assigning a ...

Page 80: ...1 Tap File name 2 Tap kbd 3 On the virtual keyboard tap a base name for the shot and then tap ok 80 Adjusting settings for a shoot ...

Page 81: ...ule on a camera other than the Leaf AFi camera define which camera so that the camera related settings are automatically adjusted in the imaging module This task is performed on the Leaf AFi imaging module in Camera view 1 Tap Camera 2 Tap the name of the camera you are using 3 Tap ok Defining the shot orientation Set the orientation of your shot This task is performed on the Leaf AFi imaging modu...

Page 82: ...suits the lighting for your shoot The setting is applied to subsequent shots until you change the setting If you want to make adjustments to the gray balance take a shot and then adjust the gray balance in Shoot view Setting gray balance Set the gray balance at the beginning of your shoot if you want to make fine adjustments to the gray balance setting you are using This task is performed on the L...

Page 83: ...use the zoom tool to enlarge your picture before setting the gray balance The shot appears on the imaging module 2 Tap gray 3 Tap the gray card or a gray spot in the image The shot gray balance is adjusted 4 Do one of the following Tap ok to use the new gray balance setting Tap cancel to select another spot The gray balance setting is applied to all subsequent shots 83 Setting gray balance ...

Page 84: ...color This task is performed on the Leaf AFi imaging module in Camera view 1 Tap Color 2 In the Color Management row tap On 3 Tap Color Look and select the desired color look from the list 4 In the Color Mode row tap Color or B W for black and white 5 Tap Color Space and select the desired color space from the list 6 Tap ok Setting the sharpness Select a sharpness for your shoot that suits the sho...

Page 85: ... task is performed on the Leaf AFi imaging module in Setup view 1 Tap Shoot View Options 2 Tap On Shoot 3 Tap the desired option To set your shots to appear with the image information and histogram showing on the Clear overlays row tap No To set your shots to appear without the image information and histogram showing on the Clear overlays row tap Yes 85 Setting shots to appear with overlays ...

Page 86: ...ith a crop mask Set your shots to appear on the imaging module with a crop mask The crop mask is applied to all subsequent shots until you change the setting The crop size is applied to the image during processing Set a crop mask size See Setting the crop mask size on page 183 This task is performed on the Leaf AFi imaging module in Setup view 1 Tap Shoot View Options 2 In the Crop Masking row tap...

Page 87: ...Leaf AFi imaging module in Camera view 1 Scroll down and tap Notes 2 Tap the area where you want to add information the Description area or the Copyright Notice area 3 Use the virtual keyboard to enter information and tap ok to save it The description or copyright information is added to the metadata of the selected shot and all future shots 87 Adding a description and copyright information to you...

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Page 91: ...ors to measure exposure There are two sensors at the top of the frame one in the center and two pairs of sensors at the bottom The camera system s microprocessor assigns different weights to the measurements of the various sensors according to the metering mode that you select To get the best results set the metering mode that fits the lighting conditions Multizone metering In the multizone meteri...

Page 92: ... the four lower sensors Center weighted metering In the center weighted metering mode the camera system uses all seven sensors to measure light intensity The center weighted metering method assigns a weight of 50 to the central sensor and 50 to the remaining six sensors 92 Setting the exposure ...

Page 93: ...Spot metering In the spot metering mode the camera system uses the central sensor to measure light intensity of one spot in the scene about 1 of the viewfinder area 93 Metering system ...

Page 94: ...ing a metering mode and taking a reading Select a light metering mode that best fits the lighting conditions and take a light reading 1 Set the metering mode switch to the desired mode 94 Setting the exposure ...

Page 95: ...ivation You can set the exposure metering to be activated automatically when you press the shutter release button or manually by pushing the AE button You might want to activate the exposure meter manually under some circumstances 1 Push the options button and use the rear dial to select RE ACTIVATION 2 Use the front dial to select one of the following RELEASE BTN The exposure meter is automatical...

Page 96: ...itch to S set the shutter speed with the rear dial The aperture is automatically selected by the camera when you take the shot Shutter priority exposure control S When you set the AE switch to A set the aperture with the front dial The shutter speed is automatically selected by the camera when you take the shot Aperture priority exposure control A You set the aperture and shutter speed Note With n...

Page 97: ...ity exposure control PROGRAM Program autoexposure BULB the shutter opens for as long as you hold the shutter release button to a maximum of 32 seconds TOGGLE Time when you press the shutter release button the shutter opens and remains open until you press the shutter release button again to a maximum of 32 seconds Note You cannot perform continuous shooting when you use the BULB or TOGGLE modes Ad...

Page 98: ...d use the rear dial to select the desired setting Locking the exposure setting without locking the autofocus If you are taking a shot where the light conditions will alter the desired exposure and you want the ability to use autofocus lock the exposure without locking the autofocus 1 Set the AE switch to P S or A 2 Set the AF switch to S or C 3 Aim the camera at a subject that has the same lumines...

Page 99: ...sure and the autofocus when you are taking a shot where the subject is not at the center of the frame You lock the exposure and autofocus on your subject and then move the camera to take the shot 1 Set the AE switch to P S or A 2 Set the AF switch to S 3 Aim the camera on your subject 4 Press and hold down the shutter release button halfway The exposure and focus are locked 5 Position the camera f...

Page 100: ...ng exposure bracketing When you meter a scene using autoexposure P S or A your camera system s light meter selects an aperture shutter speed or both giving you a properly exposed shot Use exposure bracketing to take extra shots slightly underexposed and slightly overexposed The resulting set will contain shots that vary the exposure The exposure mode that you selected affects the method of bracket...

Page 101: ...bracketing of three or five exposures in increments of one third of a stop two thirds of a stop or a full stop 5 Release the shoot options button and then push the shutter release button When you push the shutter release button the camera takes the selected number of exposures in the selected increments Setting the self timer Set the self timer to delay exposure You can set an amount of time from ...

Page 102: ...mer is set The self timer icon appears on the handgrip display 6 Push the shutter release button to activate the timer The camera system waits for the specified amount of time and then takes a shot Shooting continually with the mirror locked up Lock your camera s mirror into the up position to increase shooting speed 1 Set the power dial to single or continuous shooting 2 Push the mirror lock butt...

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Page 105: ...an object for as long as you keep the shutter release button pushed halfway down If the object moves the focus continues to change until the object stops moving or until you take the shot or release the shutter release button Continuous C You focus the camera manually by turning the focusing ring on the lens Manual M Hold down the AF button and use the rear dial to set single continuous and manual...

Page 106: ...us icon appears in the handgrip display 2 Look through the viewfinder and position the focus area over the subject 3 Push the shutter release button until you encounter light resistance The lens focuses automatically When the subject is in sharp focus two triangles appear on the focus indicator in the viewfinder display When the camera system cannot focus on the subject one of the triangle appears...

Page 107: ...is in sharp focus two triangles appear on the focus indicator in the viewfinder display When the camera system cannot focus on the subject one of the triangle appears intermittently 4 If the arrows indicate sharp focus push the shutter release button all the way down to take the shot Overriding autofocus Override the autofocus when you are shooting with single or continuous autofocus and want to m...

Page 108: ...g ring 4 To help you focus use the pop up loupe in the waist level viewfinder When the subject is in sharp focus two triangles appear on the focus indicator in the viewfinder display When the camera system cannot focus on the subject one of the triangle appears intermittently Setting a focus trap Set a focus trap to shoot moving subjects at a predefined distance Note Do not lock the mirror in the ...

Page 109: ...on a subject at the desired distance 6 Point the camera at subject that is outside the focus range 7 Push the shutter release button all the way down and hold it down The shutter is not released because there is no subject in focus 8 While holding the shutter release button down point the camera at a subject that is at the same distance from the camera as the trapped focus point The shutter is aut...

Page 110: ...st shot the lens is shifted so that the front edge of the depth of field is at the point of the center of the depth of field of the base shot For the intermediate shots the lens is shifted in equal distances between the first shot and the last shot The middle shot in the series is the base shot that you set Setting focus bracketing Use focus bracketing to take a series of shots with the autofocus ...

Page 111: ...it down The camera takes a series of exposures with the lens shifting focus for each exposure Locking the autofocus without locking the exposure setting If you are taking a shot where the light conditions vary and you want to have ability to use autoexposure lock the autofocus without locking the autoexposure 1 Set the AF switch to S or C 2 Focus on a high contrast subject at the same distance as ...

Page 112: ...w icon appears in the handgrip display 2 Look through the viewfinder to view the depth of field of the final image 3 Release the depth of field preview button when you are ready Calculating depth of field Calculate depth of field by making a visual calculation using the aperture numbers and distance scale of the lens Note You can also check the depth of field using the depth of field preview butto...

Page 113: ...3 Calculate the depth of field using the two distances marked on the lens barrel between the matching f stop markings 113 Calculating depth of field ...

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Page 117: ...ing ways Examine the histogram exposure data Use the picker tool to view the exposure data for a specific spot on the image Use the exposure alarms to view the overexposed and underexposed areas of the image Checking the exposure by examining the histogram Examine the histogram to find out whether any parts of the shot are underexposed or overexposed This task is performed on the Leaf AFi imaging ...

Page 118: ...the histogram to verify that most of the image lies within the exposure limits 3 Tap to enlarge the histogram Checking the exposure of a specific spot on the image Use the picker tool to check the exposure for a specific spot on the image This task is performed on the Leaf AFi imaging module in Shoot view 1 Tap histog The histogram appears 118 Evaluating your shots ...

Page 119: ...tside the image area Checking the exposure by activating the exposure alarms Activate the exposure alarm to display a blinking mask over your shot showing the parts of the image that are underexposed overexposed or both Use the mask to help you check the exposure of your shot This task is performed on the Leaf AFi imaging module in Shoot view Tap over A blinking mask covers the areas of the image ...

Page 120: ...enlarge it for checking the focus or composition This task is performed on the Leaf AFi imaging module in Shoot view Double tap the shot that you want to view at full screen size The shot opens in full screen size Checking the focus of a shot by zooming in Zoom into your shot to get a close up view and to check the focus This task is performed on the Leaf AFi imaging module in Shoot view 1 Tap zoo...

Page 121: ...ge tap fit To zoom in or out tap in or out and then tap the image To pan across the zoomed image tap the arrows that appear on the image Checking composition using the grid Place a grid on your shot as an aid for composition and alignment of an image This task is performed on the Leaf AFi imaging module in Shoot view 121 Checking composition using the grid ...

Page 122: ...s over the image 2 Evaluate the composition Moving the grid lines Move the grid lines to help you align your composition This task is performed on the Leaf AFi imaging module in Shoot view 1 Tap more and then tap gridset 122 Evaluating your shots ...

Page 123: ... move the grid lines 10 pixels at a time tap the long arrows To move the grid lines 1 pixel at a time tap the short arrows Changing the color of the grid lines Change the grid line color according to preference This task is performed on the Leaf AFi imaging module in Shoot view 123 Changing the color of the grid lines ...

Page 124: ...es 3 Continue to tap to cycle through available colors until the desired color appears Setting grid attributes Select the number of grid lines and the line type This task is performed on the Leaf AFi imaging module in Setup view 1 Tap Shoot View Options 124 Evaluating your shots ...

Page 125: ...ber of lines To set the line type tap Line Type and select the desired line type Viewing information about your shot in Shoot view As you shoot you can see the shot information and EXIF data of the shot for your reference This task is performed on the Leaf AFi imaging module in Shoot view Tap info 125 Viewing information about your shot in Shoot view ...

Page 126: ...oot view Move from one shot to the next when you view images in Shoot view This task is performed on the Leaf AFi imaging module in Shoot view Use these methods to move from one shot to the next Tap more and then tap the prev or next button Roll the user button backward or forward 126 Evaluating your shots ...

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Page 129: ...ng module in Shoot view Tap edit You are now in Edit view Selecting a folder in Edit view By default the Shots folder opens when you access Edit view You can select a different folder of shots to look at if desired This task is performed on the Leaf AFi imaging module in Edit view 1 Tap more and then tap folder 129 Selecting a folder in Edit view ...

Page 130: ...ways appears at the top of the folder list The folder is opened in Edit view Selecting a view mode in Edit view Select how your shots are displayed in Edit view This task is performed on the Leaf AFi imaging module in Edit view 1 Tap more and then tap view 130 Editing your images ...

Page 131: ...ot in Edit view Browse through your shots to locate a shot for editing This task is performed on the Leaf AFi imaging module in Edit view 1 Move from one shot to the next by doing one of the following Tap the prev or next button Roll the user button backward or forward 131 Locating a shot in Edit view ...

Page 132: ... perform such as adding a note or deleting the shot applies to the selected shot Sorting your images Sort your images by name time or flag to make navigation easy when you are editing them on the imaging module This task is performed on the Leaf AFi imaging module in Edit view 1 Tap more 132 Editing your images ...

Page 133: ...lag or annotate and then tap flag or note To select more than one image tap the thumbnail tap the Multi button and then tap the images that you want to select If you tapped note the note screen appears 2 Tap the area where you want to add information the Description area or the Copyright Notice area 3 Use the virtual keyboard to enter information and tap ok to save it The description or copyright ...

Page 134: ... view 1 Tap the image that you want to flag or annotate and hold your stylus on the image until the flag note and delete buttons appear 2 Tap flag or note If you tapped note the note screen appears 3 Tap the area where you want to add information the Description area or the Copyright Notice area 4 Use the virtual keyboard to enter information and tap ok to save it The description or copyright info...

Page 135: ...about your shot in Edit view See information about the shot along with the shot This task is performed on the Leaf AFi imaging module in Edit view 1 Tap more 2 Tap view 135 Viewing information about your shot in Edit view ...

Page 136: ...ge Delete images if you no longer need them and want to free up memory You can also perform a quick format on your CF card to quickly delete all the images on your card This task is performed on the Leaf AFi imaging module in Edit view You can also delete images in Shoot view the same way 136 Editing your images ...

Page 137: ...nd cannot be retrieved Accessing Shoot view from Edit view While you edit your shots you can easily access Shoot view to view your shots This task is performed on the Leaf AFi imaging module in Edit view 1 Tap the image that you want to view 137 Accessing Shoot view from Edit view ...

Page 138: ...2 Tap more and then tap shoot You can also double tap the image to view it at full screen size The shot opens in Shoot view 138 Editing your images ...

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Page 141: ...e for your shots the file name counter automatically numbers each shot that you take You can reset the counter to zero at any time This task is performed on the Leaf AFi imaging module in Camera view 1 Tap File name 2 Tap reset 141 Resetting the file name counter ...

Page 142: ...ically saved to your CompactFlash CF card in portable mode Create folders to store your shots in an organized manner This task is performed on the Leaf AFi imaging module in Camera view 1 Tap Shots Folder 2 Tap down 142 Managing files in your imaging module ...

Page 143: ...the new folder tap open and then tap new Organizing your images in the imaging module Move your images between folders to manage your files stored on the CompactFlash card in the imaging module This task is performed on the Leaf AFi imaging module in Edit view 143 Organizing your images in the imaging module ...

Page 144: ... the Multi and Move buttons appear on the image To select more than one image tap the Multi button and then tap the images that you want to select 2 Tap Move 3 Locate the desired destination folder and tap the folder to select it 144 Managing files in your imaging module ...

Page 145: ...pactFlash card reader Downloading images directly from the imaging module Download your images to your computer directly from your imaging module Make sure that your computer is turned on 1 Connect one end of the FireWire cable to your imaging module 2 Connect the other end of the FireWire cable to your computer Note If your imaging module is not connected to your camera turn on your imaging modul...

Page 146: ...er by using a CompactFlash card reader 1 Remove the CF card from your imaging module and place it in a CompactFlash card reader that is connected to your computer A CF card icon appears on your desktop 2 Double click the CF card icon A folder opens containing all the images on your CF card 3 Move or copy the desired files to your computer 146 Managing files in your imaging module ...

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Page 149: ... the Leaf WiView Installation Guide 731 00576E EN When you are using the Leaf WiView application while the camera is still taking shots every incoming shot replaces whatever is displayed on the iPAQ Pocket PC If the incoming shot interrupts your workflow your changes are not saved unless you actively saved them before the shot arrived Note Avoid editing images or setting gray balance on the Leaf A...

Page 150: ...n again Changing the PIN for wireless connection on the imaging module To restrict wireless access to your camera system to only the iPAQ Pocket PC change the factory supplied Leaf WiView personal identification number PIN This 4 digit PIN enables only the iPAQ Pocket PC to communicate with the Leaf AFi camera system This task is performed on the Leaf AFi imaging module in Setup view 1 Tap Wireles...

Page 151: ...first time you work with your camera system and your iPAQ you must establish a connection between the two devices Thereafter the iPAQ connects to the imaging module whenever you start the Leaf WiView application so long as the imaging module wireless connection is on You must enable wireless communication on your imaging module before you begin this task This task is performed on the iPAQ Pocket P...

Page 152: ...1 To open the Leaf WiView application select Start Programs Leaf WiView 2 Tap Setup and then tap Wireless 152 Leaf WiView working with HP iPAQ Pocket PC ...

Page 153: ...it while the Leaf WiView application searches for the imaging module This process takes about 30 seconds A list of available imaging modules appears 153 Establishing a connection between your iPAQ and the imaging module ...

Page 154: ...between your Leaf AFi imaging module and your iPAQ Pocket PC the iPAQ connects to the camera system automatically If your iPAQ does not connect to the imaging module automatically repeat steps 2 7 of this procedure Changing the name of the imaging module Change the imaging module name that appears on the iPAQ Pocket PC This task is performed on the iPAQ Pocket PC in Setup view 1 Tap Wireless 154 L...

Page 155: ... following View the exposure of the current shot For more information see Checking the exposure on page 117 View information about the shot For more information see Viewing information about your shot in Shoot view on page 125 Browse through your images For more information see Browsing through shots in Shoot view on page 126 Go directly to Edit view For more information see Accessing Edit view fr...

Page 156: ...ation see Flagging and annotating images in Edit view on page 133 Browse through the shots For more information see Locating a shot in Edit view on page 131 Go directly to Shoot view For more information see Accessing Shoot view from Edit view on page 137 Changing the Shoot view options in Leaf WiView While another person is shooting with the Leaf AFi camera system you can change the Shoot view op...

Page 157: ...djusting the transparency of the histogram and info bar on page 184 Changing the interface language in Leaf WiView You can change the interface language on the iPAQ independent of the language on the Leaf AFi camera system To change the iPAQ interface language see Setting the interface language of the imaging module on page 179 Viewing the Leaf WiView version information This task is performed on ...

Page 158: ...1 Tap About The Leaf WiView application About window displays the Leaf WiView version number 2 Tap the screen again to close the window 158 Leaf WiView working with HP iPAQ Pocket PC ...

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Page 161: ...hooting tethered and using the Leaf Capture software to control your camera refer to the Leaf Capture help system Connecting the camera system to the Leaf Capture software Make sure that your computer is turned on and the Leaf Capture software is running 1 In the Camera Settings dialog box Camera list select the camera that you are using and click OK 2 Connect one end of the FireWire 800 cable to ...

Page 162: ...The connect icons in the Shoot panel and in the lower bar turn green indicating that the camera system is successfully connected 162 Tethered shooting ...

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Page 165: ...e flash is triggered immediately as the shutter opens In rear sync flash mode the shutter opens and the sensor is exposed to ambient light The flash is triggered approximately 3 ms before the shutter closes This mode is often used to show a streak of motion behind the photographed object the object itself is well illuminated and clearly defined by the flash If you are using a strobe with a high tr...

Page 166: ...rigger the flash after the shutter opens Push and hold the flash button and rotate the front dial to set the flash synchronization Select NORMAL SYNC to trigger the flash immediately as the shutter opens Select REAR SYNC to trigger the flash about 3ms before the shutter closes 166 Using flash ...

Page 167: ...ensity of your flash when using TTL mode by modifying the flash EV compensation setting Push and hold the flash button and rotate the rear dial to set the desired amount of EV compensation You can compensate 3 EV 167 Setting flash EV compensation ...

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Page 171: ...ndgrip display to be able to see the display in differing light conditions 1 Push the options button and use the rear dial to select LCD CONTRAST 2 Use the front dial to select high contrast 00 16 or low contrast 48 63 3 Push the options button to exit the Options menu 171 Setting the contrast on the handgrip display ...

Page 172: ...CD BACKLIGHT 2 Use the front dial to select one of the following ON OFF AUTO to have the handgrip display backlight come on automatically for about 12 seconds whenever you use a camera control 3 Push the options button to close the Options menu Setting the brightness of the imaging module display Set the brightness of the imaging module display to be able to see the display in differing light cond...

Page 173: ... performed on the Leaf AFi imaging module in Setup view 1 Tap Display 2 Tap Backlight On After 3 Tap the desired options For the backlight to turn on after you take a picture in the Take picture row tap Yes For the backlight to turn on when you tap the imaging module display once in the Tap display row tap Single For the backlight to come on when you tap the imaging module display twice in quick s...

Page 174: ...ra system has been idle for a certain amount of time This task is performed on the Leaf AFi imaging module in Setup view 1 Tap Display 2 Tap Backlight Off After 3 Tap a power source 4 Tap the amount of time after which the backlight turns off when the imaging module is idle the default is 30 seconds 174 Configuration and preferences ...

Page 175: ...nt the camera system to enter sleep mode at any time select Off Note When the camera system enters sleep mode it overrides the setting for the duration of imaging module backlight The camera system including the imaging module enters sleep mode after the designated period of inactivity Note When using a split supply solution the imaging module does not enter sleep mode with the camera When the cam...

Page 176: ...al to select GUI 2 Use the front dial to select AUTOMATIC or ENHANCED Note When the power dial or any of the switches are set to the red dot the enhanced display is always active Setting the date and time Set the date and time when you receive your Leaf AFi camera system when your clock changes for daylight saving time or if you change time zones This task is performed on the Leaf AFi imaging modu...

Page 177: ...want to set and then tap the digits on the virtual keyboard 3 Tap ok Setting the owner information Enter your information to identify your imaging module This task is performed on the Leaf AFi imaging module in Setup view 177 Setting the owner information ...

Page 178: ...1 Tap Owner Information 2 Tap the area where you want to enter information 3 Use the virtual keyboard to enter the desired information and tap ok 178 Configuration and preferences ...

Page 179: ...Interface Language 2 Tap the desired language Configuring the user button for Shoot view Configure the user button to flag an image or to show a histogram alarm or other information when you push the user button while you are working in Shoot view This task is performed on the Leaf AFi imaging module in Setup view 1 Tap User Button 179 Configuring the user button for Shoot view ...

Page 180: ... information The desired indicators or flag will appear when you press the user button when in Shoot view Configuring the user button for Edit view You can set the user button to flag or to delete the selected image when you push the button in Edit view This task is performed on the Leaf AFi imaging module in Setup view 1 Tap User Button 2 Tap Edit view 180 Configuration and preferences ...

Page 181: ...ule by accidental taps This task is performed on the Leaf AFi imaging module in Setup view 1 Tap User Button 2 Tap Long Press 3 Select the way you want the camera to respond when you push the user button and hold it for a second or two Tap Display Off On if you want the camera to turn the imaging module display off and on Tap Lock Unlock Touch Screen if you want the camera to lock and unlock the t...

Page 182: ...r button This task is performed on the Leaf AFi imaging module in Setup view 1 Tap Sounds 2 Tap the item for which you want to change the volume and set the volume as desired Configuring the exposure alarm Set the exposure alarm to show underexposed areas overexposed areas or both This task is performed on the Leaf AFi imaging module in Setup view 1 Tap Shoot View Options 2 Tap Exposure Alarm 182 ...

Page 183: ... module in Camera view 1 Scroll down and tap Size 2 Tap the desired crop mask size A crop mask of the selected size is applied to shots when you take shots with a crop mask Adjusting the transparency of the crop mask Select the degree of transparency of the masked areas of the shot that are not in the crop This task is performed on the Leaf AFi imaging module in Setup view 1 Tap Shoot View Options...

Page 184: ...y of the histogram and info bar Select the transparency of the histogram and the Info bar when displayed over a shot This task is performed on the Leaf AFi imaging module in Setup view 1 Tap Shoot View Options 2 Tap Histogram Info Transparency 3 Tap the desired level of transparency for the histogram and Info bar where 0 is opaque and 100 is completely transparent 184 Configuration and preferences...

Page 185: ... on the screen Viewing the camera system firmware information View firmware version information for the Leaf AFi camera system control module body and mirror module Visit the Leaf website periodically for downloadable firmware updates 1 Push the options button 2 Rotate the rear dial until you reach the LEAF AFI firmware screen 3 Push the options button to close the Options menu 185 Viewing the cam...

Page 186: ...r button to lock the imaging module touch screen 1 Push the options button and use the rear dial to select CONTROLS You can also set the soft key to lock the front and rear dials 2 Use the front dial to select LOCKED The front and rear dials are locked 3 Push the user button for a couple of seconds or more The imaging module touch screen is locked Note If the camera system is turned off or enters ...

Page 187: ...1 Push the options button and use the rear dial to select CONTROLS 2 Use the front dial to select the desired option Select KEY LOCK to lock the front and rear dials on the handgrip when you push the soft key Select NONE if you do not wish the soft key to have a use Note The CONTROLS LIVE VIDEO option is for future use 187 Configuring a press of the soft key ...

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Page 191: ...ing remove the battery and store it in the suitcase provided in a cool dry place Protecting the camera system from dust To ensure good dust free shots and to protect the body of the camera system keep it dust free as much as possible Follow this advice when the camera is not in use Use the lens protection cap on the lens Use the body protection cap on the camera body when the lens is removed Shut ...

Page 192: ...and camera chamber Clean the inside of the camera body to keep it dust free in order to achieve clean shots We recommend that you use a blower bulb to clean the reflex mirror and camera chamber 1 Remove the lens 2 Clean the reflex mirror using the blower bulb to gently blow dust off the mirror Important Never touch the reflex mirror 3 Push the mirror lock button to lock the mirror up 4 Use the blo...

Page 193: ...low the cleaning procedure with care What you will need Cleaning wipe supplied with the Leaf AFi camera system Cleaning fluid isopropyl alcohol Clean compressed air Note You can order additional cleaning wipes from your local Leaf dealer Important Never clean the filter glass with a dry cloth Important Never clean the protective IR filter glass with window or lens cleaner The residues from these p...

Page 194: ...ver spray compressed air directly on the imaging module 4 Prepare the cleaning wipe to fit the width of the protective IR filter glass as shown in the figure Important Do not touch any part of the cleaning wipe that will come in contact with the protective IR filter glass 194 Caring for your camera system ...

Page 195: ... shown 6 Dampen the cleaning wipe in the cleaning fluid making sure that the wipe is sufficiently wet but not dripping Important Do not use a dry wipe to clean the IR filter glass because it can scratch the glass 195 Cleaning the camera system ...

Page 196: ...ith the dampened cleaning wipe 8 Repeat the circular motion until the protective IR filter glass is clean Note If you are unable to clean the IR filter glass contact your local Leaf dealer 9 Discard the cleaning wipe after use Important Do not reuse cleaning wipes 196 Caring for your camera system ...

Page 197: ...the lens release button rotate the power dial to single multiple or the red dot 3 While continuing to hold down the lens release button push the shutter release button The camera turns on and the handgrip display is blank 4 When the handgrip display shows LENS UNLOCKED release the lens release button The factory settings are restored Restoring the imaging module s factory settings Reset the imagin...

Page 198: ... features and enhance the functionality of your camera system update it with the firmware versions that Leaf periodically provides Pre requisites The Leaf Capture software must be open on your computer Use the latest Leaf Capture version to load the latest firmware You must have a fully charged battery in the handgrip The camera system must be turned on This task is performed on the Leaf AFi imagi...

Page 199: ...able If a firmware update is available this message appears 2 Click OK The firmware is uploaded to your Leaf AFi camera system Important Do not disconnect the FireWire cable or turn off the camera system while the firmware is being updated 3 Click OK 199 Updating the firmware ...

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Page 203: ...he FireWire cable disconnected or the camera system was turned off during the update the handgrip display is blank and the camera system will not turn on Pre requisites The Leaf Capture software must be open on your computer Use the latest Leaf Capture version to load the latest firmware You must have a fully charged battery in the handgrip This task is not for the routine replacement or upgrade o...

Page 204: ...ee buttons push the shutter release button The handgrip display lights up and still appears blank 4 Release the four buttons 5 Use a FireWire cable to connect your camera system to your computer A firmware compatibility message appears 6 Click OK The firmware is uploaded to your Leaf AFi camera system 204 Troubleshooting ...

Page 205: ...ned off when it is in power save mode or have turned off if the battery level is too low To set the camera system to a longer time until it enters sleep mode change the POWER SAVE setting 1 Push the shutter release button to reactivate the camera system If the camera system was in power save mode the camera is reactivated 2 If the camera is not reactivated by pushing the shutter release button rep...

Page 206: ...shutter release button You may have activated the self timer Set the power dial to single or continuous When the power dial is no longer set to red dot the self timer is cancelled Lens is triggered then locks The lens is triggered and then locks The lens is incompatible with the camera system Non PQ PQS lenses are not compatible with the Leaf AFi camera system To reset the non PQ PQS lens place it...

Page 207: ...ne The mirror may be locked up or the lens may be incompatible Non PQ PQS lenses are not compatible with the Leaf AFi camera system 1 Push the mirror lock button to make sure that the mirror is down 2 Remove the lens from the camera system and replace it with a compatible lens The compatible lens behaves as expected and the image appears in the viewfinder Unexpected ISO The ISO shown in the handgr...

Page 208: ...ge the settings using the front dial Handgrip and viewfinder displays are not illuminated The display s backlight is turned off Set the LCD BACKLIGHT to ON or AUTO The handgrip and viewfinder displays are lit Overexposed shots Shots are overexposed when using autoexposure Extraneous light falling on the viewfinder is affecting your shots 1 Keep extraneous light off the viewfinder when exposing you...

Page 209: ...hutter speed or use a flash with a shorter duration 2 Change the flash setting to NORMAL SYNC Your shots are properly exposed Shots appear black Shots appear black when using focus bracketing and an electronic flash If the flash recycle time is longer than the time between exposures your shots appear black Use a flash with a faster cycle or use a longer shutter speed Your shots are properly expose...

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Page 213: ... file name for your shots File name Save compressed shots Compression If you use your imaging module on a different camera select the camera you are using Camera Set the ISO ISO Set the orientation of your shots Orientation Select the gray balance that best fits your lighting Gray Balance Select the develop curve that best fits your conditions Develop Curve 213 Camera view menu ...

Page 214: ...m a quick format if you have been using the CF card with your Leaf AFi imaging module and you want to erase all the data on the card or if the card is not performing as expected Quick Format Set the power supply to the imaging module when shooting tethered Tethered Imaging Power Set your preferences for when you are working in Shoot view Shoot View Options Configure the user button for when you ar...

Page 215: ...Enter your owner information Owner Information Set the imaging module settings to factory defaults Restore factory settings Set the imaging module interface language Interface language View version information about your imaging module About Shoot View Options menu Overview of the imaging module Setup Shoot View Options menu items Description Menu item Set whether to show overlays on your shots in...

Page 216: ...gram and information overlays Histogram Info Transparency Set whether the exposure alarm shows underexposed areas overexposed areas or both Exposure Alarm Options button Use the camera options button to customize your camera Push the options button and use the front and rear dials to set the following Description Option Lock and unlock the front and rear dials CONTROLS Set the handgrip and viewfin...

Page 217: ...ight conditions LCD CONTRAST Select the activation method for the camera exposure meter MANUAL or RELEASE BTN RE ACTIVATION Splash screen Leaf logo Set the functionality of the soft key to KEY LOCK to lock the front and rear dials when the soft key is pressed Note LIVE VIDEO is for future use SOFTKEY FUNC Displays information on the camera body firmware FIRMWARE INFO Displays voltage information S...

Page 218: ...Configure the camera s response when you push the user button in Shoot view Description Option Function Shows the histogram for the shot Histogram Indicators Shows the exposure alarm for the shot Alarm Shows the EXIF data for the shot Info Flags the shot Flag Edit view Configure the camera s response when you push the user button in Edit view 218 Reference ...

Page 219: ... Option Function Turns the imaging module displLocks and unlocks the touch screen of the imaging module ay on and off Display Off On Long press Locks and unlocks the touch screen of the imaging module Lock Unlock Touch Screen Suitcase contents Your Leaf AFi camera system contains the items listed here To avoid operation problems use only the items supplied in the suitcase 219 Suitcase contents ...

Page 220: ...act your dealer For information on Rollei lens and accessory compatibility check the Leaf website Case for safe storage of your digital camera system Leaf AFi camera system 800 to 400 FireWire cable 4 5 m 15 ft 800 to 800 FireWire cable 4 5 m 15 ft External power adaptor 220 Reference ...

Page 221: ...Car charger lead Two rechargeable lithium ion batteries Fast charger for lithium ion batteries 12V DC power supply Three AC cables EU US and UK Diffuser 221 Suitcase contents ...

Page 222: ...Gray card Covers for the imaging module touch screen digital back sensor and camera front and rear Neck and hand straps Stylus spare Cleaning supplies cleaning wipes and tweezers 222 Reference ...

Page 223: ...Leaf Capture software and documentation CD User Guide 223 Suitcase contents ...

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Page 225: ...anagement 84 CompactFlash card formatting 35 inserting 36 quick format 43 removing 44 45 Composition 121 Compression 81 Continuous autofocus 105 107 Continuous mode 74 Crop mask 86 183 D Date and time 176 Depth of field 112 Develop curve 84 Dials locking 186 Diopter lens 62 63 Display handgrip 25 imaging module 23 viewfinder 27 Downloading 145 Downloading images 145 146 E Enhanced display mode 176...

Page 226: ...ng 69 removing 70 Normal flash sync 165 166 Notes creating 133 134 Novoflex Q Base system 73 O Options button 216 Overlays 85 Owner information 178 P PIN 150 Power dial 74 Power save 175 Power solutions battery 50 52 53 54 external power adapter 55 Power solutions continued for tethered shooting 55 56 types of 49 PQ PQS 64 206 207 Program autoexposure 96 Q Q Base system 73 R Reactivation 95 Rear f...

Page 227: ...76 Toggle exposure mode 97 Touch screen aligning 185 Tripod plate 73 TTL 165 U User button 179 180 181 218 V View mode 130 Viewfinder 27 59 60 changing 60 displays 27 Volume 182 W Wireless 149 150 151 connecting to iPAQ Pocket PC 151 enabling 149 setting the PIN 150 WiView 149 227 Index ...

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