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Hasselblad H1D 1
USER MANUAL (V1)
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Hasselblad H1D 3 2 Hasselblad H1D Quick Start Guide 13 Viewfinder 75 C O N T E N T S Function Control & Display 21 Parts & Components 77 Sensor unit & Image Bank 41 Attaching and Introduction 4 Control panel 44 removing the viewfinder 77 Zooming 47 1. Quick Start Guide 13 Eyepiece adjustment 78 Browse options 48 2. Function Control & Display 21 Deleting images 49 Lenses 79 Changing settings 51 3. Camera Body 69 Parts & Components 80 Error messages 55 Attaching a lens 80
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Hasselblad H1D 3 2 Hasselblad H1D Change up button 87 Light Metering & Exposure Control 99 Profiles 120 Change down button 88 Metering method 102 Making a profile 121 Function selector 88 Exposure method 103 Changing a profile name 122 Film plane index 88 Manual exposure mode 104 Advanced Features 123 Darkslide indicator 88 Automatic exposure mode 105 Self Timer 124 Darkslide key 89 AE- L button 106 Bracketing 128 Film tab holder 89 Exposure compensation 109 Interval
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Hasselblad H1D 5 4 Hasselblad H1D Congratulations! You have in your possession the result of the most intensive technical development pro- gramme ever undertaken by Hasselblad, the most prestigious medium-format camera manufacturer in the world. It reflects an unprecedented wealth of knowledge and expe- rience tightly interwoven with the latest technological developments that combined to produce an unrivalled world-class creative tool for the discerning photographer. Hasselblad had its begin
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Hasselblad H1D 5 4 Hasselblad H1D steel and aluminium for no-nonsense professional use and durability. Silicon chip con- trol for basic practical support as well as sophisticated facilities to span all demands. A digital capture facility that is in the forefront to easily match the demands of most professional photographers working in the medium format. A system to trust and build on, that will develop and grow in pace with tomorrow’s discoveries. The list of features is long, varied and comp
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Hasselblad H1D 7 6 Hasselblad H1D So Hasselblad, the most distinguished pioneer in medium-format photography, yet again takes the vanguard position. We are confident that you are going to incorporate this camera inseparably into your photographic life. We are also confident that you are going to produce images you are proud of. Some of these will remain as a documenta- tion of the history of our world, perhaps even beyond. That’s how it is with Hasselblad. ssssssssssssss
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Hasselblad H1D 7 6 Hasselblad H1D The rest of the user manual is intended to be the standard bookshelf reference manual. In it you will find full user descriptions, LCD charts, specifications, etc. There is a glossary of terms at the end of the manual if some words or terms are unfamiliar. Take your time to learn the intricacies and potentials of the H1D. Go at your own pace and explore the possibilities when you feel ready for the next step. Results will be good from the word go, that’s gua
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Hasselblad H1D 9 8 Hasselblad H1D What’s in the box Please ensure that all the items noted on the accompanying packing informa- tion have been supplied and are correct. Contact your Hasselblad dealer or distributor immediately if any of the items are missing, quoting the serial numbers and purchase details. Familiarise yourself with the various parts and components. Leave protective covers on as much as possible and avoid touching glass surfaces and inserting fingers into the camera body.
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Hasselblad H1D 9 8 Hasselblad H1D The following is included with a brand new H1D: H1D camera body complete with sensor unit • Viewfinder HV90X • HC 2.8/80 mm lens • Image Bank • Link cables ( 2 pcs) • FireWire cable • FlexColor software • Batteries for camera body •
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Hasselblad H1D 13 12 Hasselblad H1D 44. Standard L-size battery 45. FireWire socket 46. External power supply 44 socket 47. Link connector 48. Status indicator 49. On/Off button 45 46 47 48 49
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Hasselblad H1D 13 12 Hasselblad H1D Quick Start 1 This section is mainly a quick start guide to assembling your new H1D. This process should take no more than a few minutes to complete and you will be able to take simple and straightforward photographs digitally in untethered mode. See the Quick Start Chart at the end of this manual for the rel- evant illustrations that accompany this description. Please refer to the relevant chapters and sections further in this manual for in-depth descri
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Hasselblad H1D 15 14 Hasselblad H1D U n t e t h e r e d T e t h e r e d MAC FlexColor or PC
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Hasselblad H1D 15 14 Hasselblad H1D Quick start H1D assembly from new 6. Remove the lens shade by turning it clockwise. 7. Remove the rear lens cap by unscrewing it in a counter-clockwise direction. The H1D can be used tethered to a computer or untethered, though in either case always connected to the Image Bank for digital capture. 8. Attach the lens to the camera body by firstly aligning the red index on the lens mount with the red index on the camera mount. Grip the lens by The followi
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Hasselblad H1D 17 16 Hasselblad H1D Quick Start Guide 1 1 2 3 2 2 1 4 5 6 7
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Hasselblad H1D 19 18 Hasselblad H1D 15. Attach a fully-charged battery to the Image Bank by placing it in the and finally ... central depression and then pushing it towards the electrical contacts 20. From the inactive mode, press the ON.OFF button until you see the H1D until it clicks into place. logo on the grip LCD. The LCD then in turn displays the ‘standard’ screen. 16. Take one end of the Link Cable and attach it to the socket on the Image If the camera is already in STANDBY mode (t
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Hasselblad H1D 19 18 Hasselblad H1D and finally to turn the camera off: Familiarize yourself with the H1D 23. Press the ON/OFF button on the Image Bank for about two seconds. This Take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with the H1D is confirmed by a ‘twittering’ indicating sound. The camera automati- and its various controls. Note the difference between cally enters STANDBY mode to reduce battery consumption and this is a long press and a short press with some buttons. For confirmed by
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Hasselblad H1D 21 20 Hasselblad H1D Attempt a half-press with the shutter release button with the camera The remainder of this manual will slowly take you through stage for set at autofocus too see how the lens focuses and the light metering stage each feature and setting so that you can master this marvellous piece of photographic equipment and exploit it to the full. reacts. Notice that the lens barrel does not revolve in autofocus but you can immediately change the focus manually and immed
