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J
K
L
M
N
O
Rear control wheel
I
The front and rear control wheels are used to make changes in exposure settings, access
the various loop sections of the menu for settings as well as navigate the sensor unit’s
menu. The effect of the wheels’ direction is customizable.
On the rear of the grip, as well as the rear control wheel, there are a further
three control buttons:
True Focus button
J
Activates the True Focus setting. See under
Lenses
/ True Focus
for explanation of this
function.
Can be reassigned in Custom Options to another function.
Format button
K
Re-formats a CF card. Purposefully recessed to prevent unintentional use. Dialogue
appears for confirmation.
AE-L button
L
This button can lock a light reading made in both automatic and manual exposure
modes. It can also be used in Zone mode to take a new reading.
Can be reassigned in Custom Options to another function.
See under
Light Metering & Exposure Control
/ AE-L button
for full details.
On the front of the grip there are two more control buttons plus the remote
cord release port:
M.UP button
M
Press this button to raise the mirror and press again to lower it (toggle function). A quick
double press of the button (two within a half second) will immediately access the
Self
timer
function.
Can be reassigned in Custom Options to another function.
Remote release cord port
N
For attaching a remote release cord (electrical). The Hasselblad accessory jack plug
socket is protected by a captive rubber plug.
STOP DOWN button
O
Press this button to make a visual check of the depth-of-field on the viewfinder screen at
the chosen aperture. The aperture will close according to the setting and remain closed
as long as the pressure is maintained. You can alter the aperture at the same time to see
the changes taking place.
Can be reassigned in Custom Options to another function.
N o t e
Reassignable buttons are parti-
cularly useful and can save you a
great deal of time and effort. You are
advised to investigate their potential
fully. See
Custom Options
for full
details.