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Built-in magnifier 4
The magnifier flips up into the viewing position when the oval
button inside the lid is moved to the right, as in the illustration.
To fold the magnifier down simply press it back down towards
the lid until it locks into place. It can easily be exchanged to suit
individual eyesight (see “Changing the magnifier”).
Focusing screen and viewfinder image
The 503CWD is fitted with an Acute-Matte D focusing screen
for unrivalled brightness and sharpness. The markings on the
screen indicate the format of the sensor for correct composition
with digital capture. The screen can easily be exchanged for oth-
ers specially designed for various applications (see “Changing the
focusing screen”).
Closing the focusing hood 5
Fold away the magnifier by pressing it back down towards the
lid until it locks into place. ‘Pinch’ in the side plates at the hinge
points and then push the lid lightly backwards. The hood then
automatically folds back down.
Winding crank 6, 7
The winding crank can be removed. Push the catch lever down-
wards while rotating the crank counter-clockwise and pull the
crank straight out from the shaft. To attach it, align the small tri-
angular index mark against the red dot on the camera body. Keep
the crank pushed against the camera while turning it clockwise
until the larger triangular mark is aligned with the red dot where
it will click into position.
Accessory rail
The camera has an accessory rail on the left hand side for the spirit
level and the adjustable flash shoe (for small flash units).
Strap attachment and removal 8, 9, 10
Place the main body of the strap clip over one of the camera’s
strap lugs. Press the tip of the clip towards the camera while pull-
ing back on the strap so that the clip slides over the lug and locks
into position. To remove the strap, lift the clip locking plate high
enough to be able pass over the camera lug. Slide the clip in the
direction away from the strap until it is free.
Left hand grip
Without a Winder CW (3044105) attached, you may find that
holding the camera in your left hand is the most convenient grip;
operating the exposure release button with your index finger.
Your right hand is then free for focusing, setting the exposure,
rewinding, and changing the lens or magazine. The Snap-lock
flash grip (3045169) also acts as an ergonomic camera grip, see
under ‘Accessories’.
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