Operating Instructions

23. THE UNIVERSAL CAMERA BACK: THE SWING FRAME

(classic and 2000)

By means of the swing frame, the camera back can be adjusted in all direc-

tions. This allows manipulation of the depth-of-field and provides full control

of the perspective rendition. Before using the swing frame, the four knurled

locking screws (18) must be loosened. Then press down the two spring

tensioned locks (22) and pull camera back away from the camera housing.

After groundglass focusing, the swing frame can be locked in any position by

tightening the four locking knobs (18).

CAUTION: Before working again with the Multi-Focus Rangefinder, the swing

frame must be returned to zero position. Press camera back against housing

until it clicks into position. The focusing hood snaps open after pushing the sli-

ding button (41) against the center of the focusing hood cover. For critical

focusing with the magnifier, the closed focusing hood (42) may be swung

back. By pulling on the grooved tap (43) the snap button is loosened. If neces-

sary, the focusing hood frame may be removed entirely by pressing to the right

and unhooking the spring tensioned hinge.

SWING FRAME. The

exclusive swing frame

allows omnidirectional

displacements of up

to 20° for deliberate

perspective corrections

of depth-of-field

adjustments.

Swing frame and

groundglass frame

are securely held in

position by four

locking knobs which

also allow parallel

orientation relative

to the camera body

to gain extra bellows

extension.