Pentax 645N2 Manuel d'utilisateur

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8Other precautions• The temperature range at which this camera func-tions properly is 50°C to -10°C (122°F to 14°F).• A camera which has been submerge

PRECAUTIONS FOR BATTERY USAGE9• Use six 1.5V AA size alkaline, or lithium batteries.• Misuse of the battery can cause hazards such as leakage, overhea

10Icon indicators used in this manualOperation directionAttentionLamp blinkingI. BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)645N II-body 01.11.8 11:42 AM ページ10

ATTACHING THE CAMERA STRAP11BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION)1. Using a coin or similar object slide the claspin the direction of the arrow.2. Put the cla

LOADING THE BATTERIES12BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION)1231. To remove the battery holder, lift the batteryholder release knob and turn it in the direc-t

13BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION)• This camera requires battery power for operation. Always use six 1.5V AA size batteries.• The ISO film speed and numb

TURNING THE POWER ON14BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION)121. Set the main switch to [ ON ]• When the camera is not in use, make sure that themain switch is

15BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION)* Low Battery WarningWhen the batteries are nearly exhausted, the bat-tery symbol [ ] appears on the LCD panel as awarn

ATTACHING THE LENS16BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION)121. Remove the body mount cap while depress-ing the lens unlock button.2. Align the red dots on the

*17BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION)33. To remove the front lens cap, squeeze thetabs on both sides in the direction of thearrow.• With a non-autofocus le

Welcome to the Fantastic World of PentaxAutofocus Multi-Mode Medium FormatPhotographyThe Pentax 645N2, our latest development in thearea of the medium

ATTACHING/DETACHING FILM HOLDER 64518BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION)12Detaching1. Raise the film holder knob and turn until thered dot markings align an

19BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION)• When inserting the film holder into the camerabody, be sure that the film holder is inserted theright way up in order

PRESSING THE SHUTTER RELEASE BUTTONLOADING FILM20BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION)The shutter release button has two positions.Pressing it down halfway (f

21BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION)12 341. Install the emptied spool to the spool retaineras illustrated.2. Tear off the tape and install the spool to the

7. Set the main switch to [ON]. Release the shut-ter. The film automatically advances to thefirst frame. [ ] is displayed on the LCDpanel.8. If the [

23• Always load or unload a film in the shade or byusing your body to shade the film holder. • We suggest that you first operate the camera with-out f

SETTING THE FILM SPEED (ISO)24BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION)1231. Set the exposure compensation dial to the ISOposition.• Turn the exposure compensatio

UNLOADING FILM25BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION)1231. After the last frame of the roll is exposed, thecamera will automatically wind the film andstops wi

UNLOADING THE FILM IN MID-ROLL26BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION)412 3If you wish to remove the film before exposing allthe frames, use this function.1. S

INSTALLING THE EYECUP27BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION)123Two types of eyecups, a standard and a larger areprovided as accessories; they may be utilizeda

TABLE OF CONTENTS1LCD panel indication...3Viewfinder indication...

ADJUSTING THE VIEWFINDER DIOPTER28BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION)Aim the camera at a bright subject. While look-ing through the viewfinder, turn the dio

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USING THE PROGRAMMED AE MODE30BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING)12PurposeFor easy picture taking, use this mode. In theProgrammed AE mode, the camera automati

USING THE MULTI(6)-SEGMENT METERING MODE31BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING)In the multi(6)-segment metering mode, the meter-ing system automatically measures

USING AUTOFOCUS MODE32BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING)With the Pentax 645 FA lens attached, the lensautomatically focuses when you press the shutterrelease

USING THE SINGLE AF MODE 33When you depress the shutter button, the lens auto-matically focuses. As soon as the subject is infocus, the shutter is rel

USING THE 3-POINT AF MODE USING THE SINGLE-FRAME DRIVE MODE34BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING)In the 3-point autofocus system, the subject will befocused pro

HOLDING THE CAMERA35BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING)For best results, be sure to hold the camera correctlyas shown in the illustrations.Hold the camera firm

TAKING A PICTURE36BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING)Set the lent to the autofocus position.1. Focus on the subject with the 3-point AFframe [ ]. When the shut

37• The shutter cannot be released if the subject is outof focus.• The film counter indication advances each timethe shutter is released.• Depress the

2III. ADVANCED OPERATION ...38 - 83 Selecting a Drive Mode...38• Consecutive - Frame Mode...

SELECTING A DRIVE MODE38ADVANCED OPERATIONS3. ADVANCED OPERATIONSConsecutive-Frame ModeConsecutive pictures can be taken by holding downthe shutter re

39ADVANCED OPERATIONSSelf-Timer ModeThe self-timer mode delays the shutter release, andis useful for taking group shots that include the pho-tographer

MULTIPLE EXPOSURE MODE40ADVANCED OPERATIONS312Procedure1. Turn the multi-exposure switch in the direc-tion of the arrow until it locks.2. The frame co

41ADVANCED OPERATIONS454. Return the multi-exposure switch to the origi-nal position to cancel the multi-exposuremode.Notes:• To exposure the third sh

SELECTING AN EXPOSURE MODE42ADVANCED OPERATIONS123Using the Programmed AE ModePurposeThe camera automatically selects the optimumcombination of shutte

43ADVANCED OPERATIONS* Exposure WarningIf the subject is too bright or too dark, the shutterspeed and aperture setting will blink in the viewfind-er.

44ADVANCED OPERATIONS21Using the Aperture-Priority AE ModePurposeWhen the desired aperture is selected, an appropri-ate shutter speed is automatically

45ADVANCED OPERATIONS34*3. Set the desired f-stop.4. The f-stop that you have selected and appro-priate aperture indication determined by thecamera ca

46ADVANCED OPERATIONS12Using the Shutter-Priority AE ModePurposeWhen the desired shutter speed is selected, theappropriate aperture is automatically s

47ADVANCED OPERATIONS3*4. The shutter speed dial between 1/1000 to 4Scan be set to 1/2 step by pressing theup/down button. The set shutter speed will

LCD PANEL INDICATION VIEWFINDER INDICATION3: Frame Counter (p.22): Film Speed Information (p.24)ISO : Film Status Information (p.24): Battery Exhausti

48ADVANCED OPERATIONS12Using the Metered Manual ModePurposeThe Metered Manual Mode is a convenient expo-sure mode for taking pictures using the same s

49ADVANCED OPERATIONS45*4. Turn either the shutter dial or lens aperture ringuntil a single bar is displayed in the center of thebar graph.5. When the

50ADVANCED OPERATIONS123Using the Bulb Exposure ModePurposeThis mode is useful for the long exposures requiredfor shooting night scenes and fireworks.

51ADVANCED OPERATIONS44. Adjust the desired aperture by lens aperturering.• When using this mode, use a steady tripod to pre-vent camera shake and att

ABOUT EXPOSURE COMPENSATION52ADVANCED OPERATIONS12PurposeThe exposure compensation allows you to deliberatelyoverexposure (brighten) or underexposure

AUTO BRACKETING EXPOSURE MODE53ADVANCED OPERATIONS12When you take a picture that requires exposure compen-sation and it may be difficult to determine

541. Set the auto bracketing selector to the desiredexposure compensation value.2. Press the shutter release button fully. Three pic-tures are taken c

SWITCHING THE METERING MODE55ADVANCED OPERATIONSThe Spot metering or center weighted meteringmode can also be selected in this camera.Select the desir

56ADVANCED OPERATIONS12Using the Spot Metering ModeThe Spot Metering Mode measures light only in thesmall area in the center of the viewfinder.To set1

USING AE LOCK57ADVANCED OPERATIONSThe AE lock function enables an exposure level tobe memorized before shooting. The AE lock func-tion is very effecti

NAMES OF WORKING PARTS41234567891011121314151617181920q AF mode selector (p.33, 58)w Exposure compensation dial (p.52)e Exposure compensation dial rel

SETTING THE FOCUS MODE SWITCH TO THE CONTINUOUS POSITION58ADVANCED OPERATIONSIf the shutter release button is held at the halfwayposition, the lens fo

USING THE SPOT AF MODE59ADVANCED OPERATIONS12Select the Spot AF Mode to critically focus on aspecific spot of the subject which is in the spot AFautof

FOCUS LOCK FUNCTION60ADVANCED OPERATIONS132In the Spot Metering Mode, the camera focuses with thespot metering / focusing area of the viewfinder. If y

MANUAL FOCUSING61ADVANCED OPERATIONS123Using the in - focus indicator How to focus1. Set the lens in the manual focus mode.• Switching between the aut

62• The camera is not equipped with the focus modeselector.• When the subject comes into focus, the focus indi-cator [ ] lights up in the viewfinder.

63ADVANCED OPERATIONSHARD-TO-AUTOFOCUS SUBJECTSThe autofocus system is highly precise, but not per-fect. Depending on the brightness, contrast, shape,

IMPRINTING THE EXPOSURE DATA ON THE NEGATIVE64ADVANCED OPERATIONSIf a 645 A- or FA lens (autofocus lens) is attached, the camera imprints the followin

65Imprinted descriptionCharactersNumber of filmsNumber of framesExposure modeShutter speedAperture settingExposure compensation valueAuto bracketingMe

66ADVANCED OPERATIONS12To set1. Set the exposure compensation dial to [ D ]. [ D ] will be displayed on the LCD panel.2. Press up/down button repeated

67ADVANCED OPERATIONS122. Set the exposure compensation dial to [ D ].3. Depress the up/down button repeatedly todisplay [ OFF ] on the LCD panel.• To

NAMES OF WORKING PARTS5@1 Battery holder release knob@2 External power supply socket (p.13)@3 Tripod socket (p.35)@4 Vertical tripod socket (p.35)@5 M

USING A PENTAX DEDICATED EXTERNAL FLASH68Using the TTL Auto Flash1. Remove the hot shoe cover and attach aPentax dedicated flash unit.2. Turn the flas

69AF500FTZ, AF330FTZ and AF360FGZ• These flash units feature a built-in infrared spotbeam toassist the autofocus system in dim light and low-contrastc

70ADVANCED OPERATIONS• When using the Three-Level Auto (red, green, andyellow settings) mode, the aperture value isadjusted as shown in the table. Whe

Overview of Flash Function71ADVANCED OPERATIONSCAMERA FUNCTION TYPE A TYPE B TYPE C TYPE DAfter the flash is charged, the camera automatically switche

DAYLIGHT- SYNC SHOOTING72ADVANCED OPERATIONSWithout Daylight-SyncWith Daylight-SyncPurposeWhen taking a portrait in daylight, the subject’s facemay be

SLOW-SPEED-SYNC SHOOTING73PurposeIt is possible to balance the exposure of a fore-ground subject against a dimly lit background byusing the flash to p

USING THE PREVIEW LEVER74ADVANCED OPERATIONS12To confirm the depth of field in the viewfinder,depress the preview lever.1. Turn the lens aperture ring

MIRROR LOCK-UP75This camera is equipped with a mirror lock-up facility.To set1. Set the drive mode selector to [ M. UP ].2. Press the shutter release

PENTAX FUNCTIONS76SETTING PENTAX FUNCTIONSThe camera provides 10 Pentax Functions so you can set the camera accordingly to your preferences.To set:1.

77Resetting the Pentax FunctionTo reset all the Pentax Functions to the initial settings in the following procedures.1. Set the exposure compensation

FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA6Although we have carefully designed this camera for safe operation, please be sure to follow precautionsgiven on this page

SETTING PENTAX FUNCTION78[PF 0] Imprinting the character (capital letters A – G)If the imprinting is enabled, a capital letter can beimprinted on the

79[PF 4] Setting the self-timer delay timeThe self-timer delay time can be set to 12 sec. or 2sec. If the 2 sec. self-timer is set, the mirror is lock

80[PF 6] Enabling/disabling the program line for shift-ing.The program line of Programmed AE Mode can beshifted according to your shooting preferences

81How to displayHold the auto bracketing selector to [ STEP ] position.The total number of films taken and the current exposurecounter are displayed i

82LCD panel indicationSetting contents15 or 32 frames (initial setting)With 120 film holder ... 15 framesWith 220 film holder ... 32 frames16 or 33 f

ACCESSORIES (OPTIONAL)83A number of dedicated accessories are available for thiscamera.• Cable Switch CS-105/CS-130A shutter release cord designed for

84ADVANCED OPERATIONSAS-80 (AF Center Spot Matte)The standard focusing screen for general photogra-phy.AB-82 (AF Sprit-Image Matte)Matte screen with t

85ADVANCED OPERATIONSNotes on AccessoriesWhen using an ordinary polarizing filter, a half mir-ror incorporated into the autofocus system reducesthe ef

Symptoms Causes Remedies ReferenceTROUBLESHOOTING86OTHERSThe shutter cannot bereleased.The exposure counter doesnot indicate [ ].Indicators do not app

OTHERS87Symptoms Causes Remedies ReferenceThe subject is too close or difficult toautofocus.The camera may be defective.Use the focus-lock technique o

PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR CAMERA7Your Pentax camera is a high-precision mecha-nism. Handle it with great care.Precautions when taking pictures• Do not use

SPECIFICATIONS88Type: ––––––––––––––– TTL autofocus, auto-exposure 6 x 4.5 format SLR cameraFormat: ––––––––––––– 56 x 41.5mmUsable Film: ––––––––– 12

Film Loading: –––––––– 120 and 220 films semi-automatically loaded with a start mark, 70mm film automatically loadedFilm Winding: –––––––– Auto film w

WARRANTY POLICY90All Pentax cameras purchased through authorized bona fide photographic distribution channelsare guaranteed against defects of materia

Procedure During 12-month Warranty Period.Any Pentax which proves defective during the 12-month warranty period should be returned tothe dealer from w

92OTHERSIn any case, however, shipping charges and customs clearance fees to be borne by the sender.To prove the date of your purchase when required,

STATEMENT OF FCC COMPLIANCEOTHERS93This device complies with Part 15 of the FCCRules. Operation is subject to the following two con-ditions: (1) This

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