Operating Instructions

11. TRIPLE EXTENSION

(classic and 2000)

To focus on subjects closer than infinity, rotate the right or left focusing knob

(14a,b). To obtain additional bellows extention (for extreme close-ups, macro

photography, etc.), first disconnect the cable release from the socket on the

lensboard, and also detach it from anatomical grip.

Then hold down the track catch (16 and 12) and pull the upper track forward

with the pull-out grip (10) until it clicks into position.

Should the extension be insufficient hold down the track catch (16 and 12)

again thus prolonging the extension until the second notch. Then the front

track catch (12 = blue) can be hold down for another extension. For pulling-

out the lens standard on the upper track completely the infinity stops have to

be unfolded.

Use the focusing knob (14a,b) for fine focusing on the groundglass. Re-

connect the cable release to the rapid-lock socket on the lensboard. After focu-

sing is completed, it is recommended to operate the track locking lever (13).

This is particulary important when using the camera in a vertical position.

To return the upper track to its normal position, hold down the catch (12) while

you slide the track back until it clicks into place.

TRIPOD SOCKET:

To avoid a possible camera vibration with long bellows extensions, it is recom-

mended to use the second tripod bushing located in the middle of the drop-

bed. For mounting the camera upside down, use the additional tripod socket

(46) located on top of the camera housing underneath the accessory shoe.

The precision-machined triple extension drop-

bed allows a maximum bellows draw of

430 mm to use standard view camera lenses

up to 400 mm. Even with the full bellows

extension, optimum stability is maintained.

The variable bellows extension is particularly

valuable in close-up and macro work where

superb sharpness can be obtained with

modern lens systems designed especially for

this type of work. The macro versions of stan-

dard view camera lenses, optimized for repro-

duction ratios from 1:3 to 3:1, can be used

without accessories.