Sinar Hy6 Medium Format Camera System Operating Manual
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ADVICE FOR USING THIS MANUAL Advice for Using This Manual General Advice and Structure of the Manual The manual is intended for professional photographers or sophisticated amateur photographers working with the Sinar Hy6 system. The manual contains all the necessary information for the safe and efficient operation, the cleaning, maintenance and storage of your Sinar Hy6 medium format camera system as well as the contact details in case of service incidents.
ADVICE FOR USING THIS MANUAL References Shutter Release Refers to an operational element that permits to call up a function. All operational elements will be written in capital letters. |-Options | GUI-| Refers to the menu path to be followed when selecting a function from the menu. Æ Refers to a chapter or section to be read for further information.
ADVICE FOR USING THIS MANUAL Structure of the manual The manual is structured into the following chapters; each providing detailed information about a specific field of using the Sinar Hy6 system. Chapter 1 Introduction This chapter provides a short introduction to the features and the operation of your Sinar Hy6 system. Chapter 2 Safety information This chapter provides the necessary safety advice and warnings that have to be observed in order to operate the system safely.
ADVICE FOR USING THIS MANUAL Chapter 10 Focusing The focusing functions of the Sinar Hy6 camera are described. Chapter 11 Exposure All functions concerning exposure of the photographic image are described here. These functions include light metering, selecting the exposure program and setting of the ISO-number. Chapter 12 Shooting modes Here, the shutter release modes are described. Chapter 13 Mirror up Here, the mirror up function is described.
CONTENTS Advice for Using This Manual General Advice and Structure of the Manual.........................................................II Warning signs and symbols...................................................................................II References ...........................................................................................................III Abbreviations.......................................................................................................
CONTENTS 5 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE CAMERA .............................................15 5.1 Viewfinder ................................................................................................15 5.1.1 Attachment and Removal of the Waist-level Viewfinder ............................... 15 5.1.2 Opening and Closing the Waist-level Viewfinder .......................................... 16 5.1.3 Opening and Closing the Magnifying Glass .................................................. 17 5.1.
CONTENTS 8 OPERATIONAL ELEMENTS – THE CAMERA FUNCTIONS AT A GLANCE ........36 8.1 Operational Elements at the Hand Grip.....................................................36 8.2 Operational Elements at the Camera Body................................................38 8.2.1 Shooting Mode ............................................................................................ 38 8.2.2 Exposure Mode ............................................................................................ 39 8.2.
CONTENTS 11.3 Exposure Modes .......................................................................................55 11.3.1 Automatic Exposure Modes.......................................................................... 55 11.3.1.1 P – Programmed Auto Exposure ........................................................... 55 11.3.1.2 S - Shutter Priority................................................................................. 56 11.3.1.3 A - Aperture Priority......................................
CONTENTS 15 OPTIONS ...................................................................................................75 15.1 Controls ....................................................................................................76 15.2 LCD-Backlight ...........................................................................................76 15.3 Power save ...............................................................................................76 15.4 Graphical user interface .............
INTRODUCTION 1 Introduction Congratulations to your new Sinar Hy6 system. You have purchased a reliable state of the art professional medium format camera system enabling you to take pictures at highest quality. The broad variety of the functions and the easy and intuitive operation of the camera make it the ideal instrument for each application field of professional photography.
SAFETY INFORMATION 2 2.1 Safety Information General Advice Read the manual. Before starting to operate your camera, please read this manual to become familiar with all functions of the camera. In this way, you will be able to make optimum use of the camera functions, and to operate the device safely and without any problems. No liability will be accepted for damages and injuries resulting from the non-observance of the information contained in this manual. Operate the camera as intended.
SAFETY INFORMATION Do not open the camera case. Any opening of the camera case is explicitly reserved to customer service. An arbitrary opening of the case leads to the expiry of the warranty claims. No liability will be assumed for personal injuries or damages caused by the arbitrary opening of the camera case. Handle the camera with care. The Sinar Hy6 is a sensitive, high precision optical instrument. Please handle it with the appropriate care.
SAFETY INFORMATION 2.2.2 Advice for the Prevention of Damages to the Camera Avoid strong magnetic fields. Strong magnetic fields can damage the camera functions or destroy the recorded data. Do not use the camera nearby devices that produce high electromagnetic fields (e.g. magnets or electric motors). Avoid contact with sand, dust, toxic gas, water etc. This can lead to a failure of the camera.
SAFETY INFORMATION 2.2.3 Advice for the Storage, Maintenance and Disposal of the Camera Do not store the camera at high temperatures and high air humidity. High temperatures and air humidity can lead to the appearance of mildew. Do not leave the camera in a car where temperatures can get very high. Observe the description of the permitted operational conditions. Store the camera outside of the bag in a dry and well-ventilated location. Shut the waist-level viewfinder when the camera is not in use.
SAFETY INFORMATION 2.3 Safety Advice Concerning the Battery and the Cables Use only batteries that are recommended for the use with the Sinar Hy6 system. No liability will be assumed for any damages or injuries caused by the use of non-authorized batteries. Operate the battery and the battery charger only as intended. • • • • Do not open or disassemble the battery or alter it in any way. Do not expose the battery to high temperatures. Do not insert the batteries in converse polarity.
SAFETY INFORMATION Do not store the batteries and the battery charger nearby heat sources. The cables or the instruments can be deformed and suffer damage. There is the danger of fire or electric shock. Do not use damaged cables and accessories. Damaged cables imply the danger of a life-threatening electric shock. Do not cut, damage, extremely bend or twist cables. Do not let cables trail across the floor. Make sure to position the cables safely to prevent the danger of accidental stumbling.
THE CAMERA AND ITS COMPONENT PARTS 3 Scope of Delivery The Sinar Hy6 medium format camera system is currently available in 4 different versions: Sinar Hy6-e75 Sinar Hy6-e54 Sinar Hy6-m54 Sinar Hy6 (camera body) The scope of delivery varies according to the delivered camera version. In the following chapter, the delivery scope of each version will be described.
THE CAMERA AND ITS COMPONENT PARTS four exchangeable inserts (alternatively: two mains adapters for 230 VAC and 120 VAC), and a VDC car cigarette lighter cable 551.32.090 Sinarback cleaning kit • One bottle of ethanol • One bottle of Agent Blue • Two packages of lint-free cleaning tissues • Cleaning tool • Cleaning instruction sheet 551.43.097 White shading diffusor 100 751.43.003 Gray card Sinar Hy6 user manual (print or CD). 3.
THE CAMERA AND ITS COMPONENT PARTS 551.32.090 Sinarback cleaning kit • One bottle of ethanol • One bottle of Agent Blue • Two packages of lint-free cleaning tissues • Cleaning tool • Cleaning instruction sheet 551.43.097 White shading diffusor 100 751.43.003 Gray card Sinar Hy6 user instructions (print or CD) 3.3 Sinar Hy6 - m54 The scope of delivery of the Sinar Hy6-m54 includes the following component parts: 475.45.
THE CAMERA AND ITS COMPONENT PARTS • Cleaning instruction sheet 551.43.097 White shading diffusor 100 751.43.003 Gray card Sinar Hy6 user instructions (print or CD) 3.4 Sinar Hy6 The scope of delivery of the Sinar Hy6- includes the following component parts: 711.14.041 Sinar Hy6 camera body including hand grip, rear and front camera protection covers, hand strap and neck strap 711.54.018 Waist-level viewfinder Sinar Hy6 552.36.096 One lithium-ion 7.2 V battery 552.36.
THE CAMERA AND ITS COMPONENT PARTS 4 The camera and its component parts Shooting Mode Selector Switch S1 Viewfinder Release Button Shooting Options / B7 AutoExposure Selector Switch S2 Exposure Options / AE-Lock B8 Light Metering Selector Switch / S3 Exposure Compensation / B9 Back Release Button Focus Options / AF-Lock / B11 Auto Focus Selector Switch / S4 Flash Options / B10 Flash Connection Socket (SCA and TTL-compatible) Lens Release Button 12
THE CAMERA AND ITS COMPONENT PARTS Stop Down / B2 Mirror Up / B3 Options / B6 Soft Key / B5 Rear Control Wheel / W2 USB-Socket Release Button / B1 Front Control Wheel / W1 Battery Cover Lens Release Button Aperture ring Focus indication window Focusing ring Hand grip display Hand grip Lever to lift the magnifying glass Focusing screen Battery cover release button Viewfinder Release Buttons 13
THE CAMERA AND ITS COMPONENT PARTS Aperture wheel release button Hand grip adjustment button 3/8´´ Thread 1/4´´ Thread Battery cover Socket for firmware updates Hand grip release button Flash connection socket (SCA-compatible 14
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 5 Assembly Instructions for the Camera The following chapter contains all the necessary information for the assembly of the component parts of the Sinar Hy6 system and for charging and replacing the battery. To put your camera into operation, the components have to be assembled. Please note that the availability of the mentioned components may depend on the Sinar Hy6 version you have ordered. 2 3 4 1 Fig. 5 / 1 Component parts of the Sinar Hy6 system 5.1 5.1.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS To remove the waist-level viewfinder, press the buttons 1 on each side of the camera body inwards and pull the viewfinder off the camera body. 1 1 Fig. 5 / 3 Remove waist-level viewfinder 5.1.2 Opening and Closing the Waist-level Viewfinder The viewfinder is equipped with a hinge joint on each side and can be folded and shut. To shut the waist-level viewfinder, press the hinge joints on both sides of the viewfinder inwards. Fig.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 5.1.3 Opening and Closing the Magnifying Glass 1 Fig. 5 / 6 Lever of the magnifying glass Fig. 5 / 7 Magnifying glass The viewfinder is equipped with a magnifying glass of –0.5 dioptres that can be opened and closed. Pull the lever 1 upwards. The frame with the magnifying glass becomes visible. To shut the magnifying glass, slightly push the frame downwards. The magnifying glass will snap back into its original position. 5.1.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 5.1.5 Use of the 90° Reflex Viewfinder 1 2 A 90° reflex viewfinder is optionally available from your dealer. To attach the 90° reflex viewfinder to the camera body, place the viewfinder horizontally on the top of the camera, and press it downwards. You will hear a “click” when the viewfinder is locked. Make sure that the viewfinder is locked on both sides! Fig. 5 / 9 90° reflex viewfinder The 90° reflex viewfinder is equipped with a shoe mount for an external flash unit 1.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 5.2 Attachment and Removal of the Lens 4 3 1 Fig. 5 / 10 Attachment of the lens 5 2 Fig. 5 / 11 Lens To attach the lens to the camera body, lock the lens contacts 2 with the contacts at the camera body 1. The red dot marking 3 at the camera body indicates where the lens bayonet 4 has to be placed. The same red marking can also be found at the lens 4. - Place the camera in front of you with the back facing you, and press the Lens Release Button 5.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Lens replacement has to be carried out in a clean and dust-free environment. Avoid the soiling of the internal parts of the camera. Do not touch the internal parts of the camera while the lens is removed. If extension rings are used, please do not connect or disconnect the lens from the ring as long as the extension ring is attached to the camera. Always remove the extension ring from the camera first, and then remove the lens from the ring. 5.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 5.3.2 Assembly and Attachment of the Sinarback and the Adapter Plate To attach a Sinarback to the camera body, an adapter kit with the necessary accessories and tools has to be used. The adapter kit is included in the delivery of the following Sinar Hy6 systems: • • • Sinar Hy6-e75 Sinar Hy6-e54 Sinar Hy6-m54 If a Sinar Hy6 711.14.041 (only camera body), an adapter kit is not included in the delivery and has to be purchased separately.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Place the spacer on the Sinarback. The openings of the spacer have to be placed over the holes of the Sinarback as indicated with the white circles in Fig. 5 / 13. Insert the three screws into the holes in the adapter plate as shown in the image left. Fig. 5 / 13 Assembly of the Sinarback eMotion Place the adapter plate on the back. The openings for the screws have to be placed over the holes in the adapter plate.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Attach the Sinarback to the camera. Insert the pins at the Sinarback into the holes at the rear end of the camera. Hold the Sinarback parallel to the body and make sure that all four of the pins are locked simultaneously. 1 Fig. 5 / 15 Attachment of the Sinarback eMotion 5.3.2.2 When the Sinarback is detached from the camera and not in use, please use the protection cap. To detach the Sinarback from the camera, press the Adapter Release Button 1 and push it upwards.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 1 Sinarback 54 MC 4 1 The following parts are necessary for the assembly of the Sinarback 54 MC: 2 Adapter plate 3 4 screws 4 Screwdriver 3 2 Fig. 5 / 17 Sinarback 54MC with adapter kit Place the adapter plate 2 with the four pins facing upwards on the camera back 1. Insert the four screws into the holes in the adapter plate. Fix the screws using the screwdriver 4 included in the adapter kit. Fig. 5 / 18 Sinarback 54MC Attach the back to the camera.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS When attaching a back or a film magazine, make sure that all four of the pins are locked simultaneously. When not all four of the pins are locked, the Sinarback or the film magazine has to be removed from the camera body and re-attached, otherwise the Sinarback or film magazine can fall off. Please make sure that the back is attached safely to the camera body to prevent any damage by falling off. 5.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Connect the FireWire cable to the corresponding socket at the back 1 and to the IEEE-1394 socket at your computer or at your PCMCIA-card. For a more detailed description of the operation of the Sinar Hy6 system in tethered mode, refer also to the operating manual of your Sinarback. 1 Fig. 5 / 25 IEEE-1394 socket at the back 5.6 Attaching a flash device The Sinar Hy6 system is equipped with a hot shoe for the connection of TTL-compatible flash devices and of an SCA-adapter.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 1 1 On each side of the frame holding the focusing screen, two release pins 1 are located. Pull the two release pins 1 with your fingernails towards the rear side of the camera and lift the frame simultaneously. Fig. 5 / 27 Focusing screen Pull the focusing screen out of the metal frame. Insert the new focusing screen into the metal frame behind two metal brackets on each side of the frame 2. 2 2 Reposition the frame with the focusing screen into its original position.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 5.8 Inserting and replacing the format mask Use the format mask to adapt the size of the image in the focusing screen to the size of the image actually captured. The format mask is placed on the focusing screen, and is already inserted when the camera is delivered. Background information: The focusing screen of the Sinar Hy6 has a size of 6 x 6 cm, while the dimensions of the CCD-sensor are smaller.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 5.9 5.9.1 Adjusting the Shoulder Strap and the Hand Strap Attaching and Removing the Shoulder Strap A shoulder strap is included in the delivery of your Sinar Hy6 system. To attach the shoulder strap, two slots 1 are located on each side of the camera body. 1 2 To fix the shoulder strap to the camera, insert the metal lugs 2 into the slot. Fig 5 / 30 Fixing of the neck strap 1 2 Press the metal lug downwards 1 to break the resilient locking force, then move the lug sideways 2.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS To remove the shoulder strap, press the metal lug downwards 1 and move it sideways 2. 1 2 To facilitate the removal of the shoulder strap, remove the viewfinder in advance. Fig. 5 / 32 Remove shoulder strap The shoulder strap is equipped with two buckles and lugs enabling the adjustment of the length. 5.9.2 Adjusting the Hand Strap The camera is delivered with the hand strap fixed to the camera hand grip. This hand strap can be removed or adjusted if necessary.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Detach the hand strap from the camera body by removing the metal lugs 1 from the hand grip. 1 2 2 Fig. 5 / 34 Adjust hand strap Two pins 2 are located on each side of the hand grip. With a needle-shaped object (e.g. a paperclip), push the pins inside. Simultaneously, pull the metal lugs out of the slots. To re-attach the metal lugs, push the pins inside again and insert the lugs into the slots. You will hear a click when they are locked.
BATTERY 6 Battery 6.1 Inserting and removing the battery 1 3 The battery of the Sinar Hy6 is inserted in the hand grip. To replace the battery, open the case of the hand grip by pressing the Battery Cover Release Button 1 and simultaneously pulling the cover of the hand grip 2. The battery case opens and the battery becomes visible. Pull the battery casing as far as possible, and then swing it backwards. 2 Fig.
BATTERY 6.2 Charging the battery For charging the battery, a battery charger is included in the delivery of your Sinar Hy6 system. Connect the cable of the battery charger to the respective connection box at the rear side of the battery charger and to the wall socket. The battery charger is ready for use when the light “Charge” 2 at the battery charger turns to green and blinks. Insert the battery into the battery charger with the contacts ahead.
FIRST USE 7 First Use of the Sinar Hy6 System Before you start using your Sinar Hy6 system, make sure that it is properly assembled, and that a charged battery is inserted. S1 2 1 To put the camera into operation, select a shutter release mode using the selector switch S1, Æ chapter 8.2.1 “Shooting Mode”. The shutting-down of the camera by setting the selector switch S1 to “Off” is only necessary when the camera is transported, or when it will not be in use for a longer time. Fig.
FIRST USE From the menu, both the Direct Functions and the Options are available to provide access to all functions, also when operating the camera in tethered mode. When operating the Sinar Hy6 system from a computer, set all selector switches to “Options / Remote Control”, i.e. to the red dot in the operational area. For a more detailed description of the camera operation from your computer, refer to the respective software manual.
OPERATING ELEMENTS 8 8.1 Operational Elements – the Camera Functions at a Glance Operational Elements at the Hand Grip This chapter provides a short overview over the operating elements at the hand grip, and over their main functions. Release Button Front Control Wheel Rear Control Wheel Stop Down Mirror Up Open Menu Soft Key Fig. 6 / 1 Operational elements at the hand grip USB-connection (e.g.
OPERATING ELEMENTS Front Control Wheel W1 - Setting of the aperture value - Navigation in the camera menu Rear Control Wheel W2 - Setting of the exposure time - Navigation in the menu and adjustment of the values Stop Down B3 Activates the working aperture / depth of field control as long as the button is pressed. Mirror Up B4 The mirror is locked up. Pressing the button again, the mirror is replaced to its original position.
OPERATING ELEMENTS 8.2 Operational Elements at the Camera Body Shooting Mode Switch / Main Switch Exposure Mode Switch Light Metering Switch / Exposure Compensation Auto Focus Mode Switch AF-Lock < Flash Mode Fig. 8 / 2 Operational elements at the camera body 8.2.1 Shooting Mode Fig. 8 / 3 Shutter Release Mode Fig. 8 / 4 Display Off Single shot Continuous Shooting Options / Remote Control The selected Shooting Mode is shown in the display on the hand grip.
OPERATING ELEMENTS Off Switch off the camera. Single Mode Take one picture by pressing the Release Button B1. Continuous Mode Take a series of pictures as long as the Release Button B1 is pressed. Bracketing (Option) Take a series of images. Each image has a defined exposure deviation from the original exposure value. Self-Timer (Option) Pressing the Release Button B1 locks the mirror, and the countdown to the shutter release is started.
OPERATING ELEMENTS Please note: When working with a lens that is equipped with an aperture ring, the aperture ring has to be set to “A” (automatic) to use the automatic exposure modes. When aperture is set using this ring, the automatic functions are not available, and the shutter time has to be set manually. Programmed Auto Exposure The optimum combination of shutter speed and aperture value is calculated automatically by the camera system.
OPERATING ELEMENTS 8.2.3 Light Metering Mode Fig. 8 / 7 Light Metering Fig. 8 / 8 Display Integral Metering Centre-Weighted Metering The indication of the light-metering mode in the display is marked with a black ellipsis. In the example in Fig. 8 / 8, average light metering has been selected. Spot Metering Remote Control ISO / Exposure Compensation Integral Metering The entire image area is included in light metering.
OPERATING ELEMENTS 8.2.4 Auto Focus Mode In this area, the focus modes can be selected. Fig. 8 / 9 Operational area “Focusing Mode” S Single Focus C Continuous Focus M Manual Focus Fig. 8 / 10 Display The indication of the focusing mode in the display is marked with a black ellipsis in the illustration. In the example in Fig.8 / 10, auto focus single has been selected.
OPERATING ELEMENTS 8.2.5 Flash Options 1 Fig. 8 / 11 Select flash mode / Button B8 1 Hot Shoe Flash Options Fig. 8 / 12 Display The indication of the flash mode in the display is marked with a black ellipsis in Fig. 8 / 12. In the example above, Rear Sync has been selected. Hot Shoe Connect the external flash device. Via the hot shoe, SCA and TTL-flash measurement is possible.
OPERATING ELEMENTS 8.3 Focus and Focus Indication at the Lens 1 Aperture ring with f-numbers (only non-AFD-lenses). 2 Indication of the depth of field 3 Indication of the focal distance 4 Focusing ring 1 2 3 4 Fig. 8 / 14 Focus indication at the lens The Sinar Hy6 system is delivered with an AFD 2.8 / 80mm lens that permits the manual setting of the focus at the focusing ring 4. Aperture ring Set the aperture 1 manually. The f-number that is located over the white bar is applied.
DISPLAY 9 The Displays at the Hand Grip and in the Viewfinder The hand grip display has two different modes: Easy Mode The display shows aperture, shutter and light balance. Enhanced Mode The display shows detailed information about exposure, focus, light metering, shutter and aperture etc. Select the Easy Mode or the Enhanced Mode in the menu “Options”, Æ chapter 15 “Options”. 9.1.1 Easy Mode The Easy Mode is set by default.
DISPLAY 9.1.2 Enhanced Mode To show the Enhanced Mode display, set at least one of the selector switches to Options / Remote Control, or set the Enhanced Display as the standard display in the menu |-Options | GUI-| Æ Chapter 15 “Options”. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Fig. 9 / 2 Display in Enhanced Mode 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Exposure mode Shooting mode Focus mode Mirror Up Aperture / f-number Light metering mode Flash option Indicates the application of the currently active focus and aperture settings.
DISPLAY 9.2 Viewfinder Display 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Fig 9 / 3 Viewfinder display 1 2 Aperture / f-number 3 Exposure time in seconds. • At exposure times < 1s (e.g. 1 s), the value will be displayed by showing 16 the denominator in integer numbers (e.g. 16). • At exposure times > 1s (e.g. 1,2 s) the value will be displayed as a decimal number with two inverted commas (e.g. 1,2 ”). 4 5 “A” – appears behind the shutter speed when “Aperture priority” has been selected.
EXPOSURE – EXPOSURE MODES 10 Focusing With the focusing selector S4, select AF-Single (S), AF-Continuous (C) or Manual Focus (M). When an Autofocus mode is selected, the system automatically measures the optimum focus for the image that will be applied when the shutter is released. Fig 10 / 1 Operational Area “Focusing Mode” Manual focusing is possible in an AF-mode when the button AFLock is pressed.
EXPOSURE – EXPOSURE MODES 10.2 Manual Focus 10.2.1 Manual Focusing 3 4 2 1 1 Focusing ring 2 Focus indication window: focal distance and depth of field indication 3 Aperture / f-number 4 Depth-of-field-area Fig. 10 / 2 Manual focusing Set the Auto Focus Selector Switch S4 to “M”, and turn the focusing ring 1 at the lens. The focus of the image can be checked in the focusing screen and in the focus indication in the viewfinder display (Æ chapter 8.
EXPOSURE – EXPOSURE MODES 10.2.3 Manual Focus Override The Sinar Hy6 system is equipped with a Manual Focus Override-function, which means that manual focusing is also possible when an automatic focus mode has been set. To use the Manual Focus Override function, turn the focusing ring 1, and press the button AF-Lock B9 before activating the shutter. When the button AF-Lock B9 is not pressed, the focus values will be automatically adapted by the system. 10.
EXPOSURE – EXPOSURE MODES 10.5 Stop Down (Working Aperture) With Stop Down, the working aperture / depth of field can be checked in the viewfinder. Press the button B3 on the hand grip. The aperture is set to the selected aperture value, and the aperture actually set in the image is visible. As long as the button B3 is pressed, the aperture remains stopped down. Background information: The image in the viewfinder is always displayed using full aperture to ensure a better luminance.
EXPOSURE – EXPOSURE MODES 11.2 Light Metering Modes 11.2.1 Introduction Select a Light Metering Mode using the Light Metering Selector Switch S3. The selection of the light metering method depends on the light conditions in the image and the effects to be achieved. The light metering methods are different with respect to the image area and image proportion taken into account. Fig.
EXPOSURE – EXPOSURE MODES With the control button “Exposure Compensation” B8, the menu can be opened for setting exposure compensation and the ISO-value. The Sinar Hy6 system works with TTL (“through-the-lens”) reflected light metering, i.e. the light is measured on the basis of the light reflected by the object. Light is metered with 7 sensors arranged on the mirror. The light metering methods differ with regard to the sensors involved in light metering.
EXPOSURE – EXPOSURE MODES 11.2.3 Centre-weighted Light Metering When Centre-weighted Light Metering is used, the image area is divided into a “center” and a „periphery“. All 7 of the sensors are active, however their measurements are weighted differently: the measurement of the central sensor contributes 50%, and the measurements of the 6 outer sensors contribute the remaining 50 % with 8,33 % for each sensor. Set the selector switch S3 to the position “Centre-weighted Light Metering”.
EXPOSURE – EXPOSURE MODES 11.3 Exposure Modes The exposure mode can be set in the functional area “AutoExposure” by setting the Exposure Mode Selector Switch S2 to the respective position. The menu can be opened by setting the switch to “Options / Remote Control” and by pressing the button AE-Lock B7. Fig.
EXPOSURE – EXPOSURE MODES Program Shift: Aperture and shutter speed can be manually changed using the Rear Control Wheel W1 and the Front Control Wheel W2 at the hand grip. Both values are interlinked in the Programmed Auto Exposure Mode, therefore the corresponding shutter speed or aperture value will be adjusted to maintain the correct exposure of the image. 11.3.1.
EXPOSURE – EXPOSURE MODES 11.3.2 Manual Exposure Functions 11.3.2.1 M - Manual Mode When “Manual Mode” is selected, the user sets the aperture and the shutter speed. You can set both values independent from each other, as they are not interlocked in this mode. To select the Manual Mode, set the Auto Exposure Selector Switch S2 to “M”.
EXPOSURE – EXPOSURE MODES 11 / 5 Menu “Exposure - Bulb” 11 / 6 Display “Exposure - Bulb” Select “Bulb” with the Rear Control Wheel W2. The aperture is manually set and appears in the display. Press the Shutter Release Button B1 (second pressure point). The shutter opens and remains open as long as the button is pressed. Release the button to close the shutter. Please note that with “Bulb”, the continuous shooting mode is blocked, i.e.
EXPOSURE – EXPOSURE MODES With “Toggle”, also the function “Mirror Up” can be used. The mirror is locked, and the shutter is opened when the Release Button B1 is pressed for the first time, and is closed when it is pressed for the second time. Please note that with “Toggle”, the continuous shooting mode is blocked, i.e. the shutter is only opened and closed once, even if the continuous shooting mode has been selected. 11.3.
EXPOSURE – EXPOSURE COMPENSATION 11.3.5 Exposure Compensation With Exposure Compensation, you can manually change the exposure values of an Automatic Exposure Mode. To open the menu for the setting of the exposure compensation, press the button “Exposure compensation” B8 in the functional area “Light metering”. The exposure compensation is available in all automatic exposure modes. Fig. 11 / 10 Exposure compensation Fig. 11 / 11 Menu “ISO / PGM” Fig.
EXPOSURE – SETTING THE ISO-SPEED Exposure Compensation is suitable for special exposure situations where the value internally measured by the camera system would lead to incorrect exposure. Also, difficult image situations (backlight) may require exposure compensation. Please note: Exposure Compensation is available in all automatic exposure modes. When “Manual exposure” has been selected, exposure compensation is not available. 11.3.
SHOOTING MODES 12 Shooting Modes Select the Shooting Mode using the Shooting Mode Selector Switch S1 or by navigating in the menu. Fig. 12 / 1 Operational Area “Shutter Release Mode“ The following Shooting Modes can be selected: Off Single Mode Continuous Mode Shooting Options / Remote Control - Bracketing - Self-Timer - Focus Trap - Multishot (only available with a back eVolution - Ultra-fast - Bracketing / Focus Enable Options / Remote Control 12.
SHOOTING MODES By pressing the Release Button B1, you can cancel the Long Time Exposure or the SelfTimer in progress. 1 Fig. 12 / 2 Display (Enhanced Mode) Fig. 12 / 3 Display at shutter release A checkmark appears in the display 1 when the Release Button B1 is pressed to the first pressure point to indicate that the current focus and exposure values are saved. When the shutter is released, the display changes. 12.
SHOOTING MODES 12.3 Self-Timer With the Self-Timer, a delay occurs between locking the mirror and releasing the shutter. This function is available from the menu. To select the Self-Timer, set the Shooting Mode Selector Switch S1 to “Options / Remote Control” and press the Button B6. The menu “Shooting” is opened. From the menu “Shooting”, select “SelfTimer” using the Rear Control Wheel W2.
SHOOTING MODES 12.4 Focus Trap With a Focus Trap, the shutter release is triggered automatically when an object appears in a defined focus plane in the scene. To use the Focus Trap, the Auto Focus functions have to be inactive. If you are working with an auto focus lens, set the Focus Mode Selector Switch S6 to “M” to activate the manual focusing. To select the Focus Trap, set the Shooting Mode Selector Switch S1 to “Options / Remote Control“ and press the button B10 to open the menu “Shooting”.
SHOOTING MODES 12.5 Multishot The function “Multishot” is only available with a Sinarback eVolution. This back is operated only in tethered mode, and the option “Multishot” is only visible in the camera menu when the Sinarback is connected to the computer, and the suitable software application is started. To select “Multishot”, set the Shooting Mode Selector Switch S1 to “Options / Remote Control”. The function can now be selected with the suitable software (Sinar CaptureShop) or from the camera menu.
SHOOTING MODES 12.7 Bracketing With Bracketing, a series of 3 or 5 images is taken, each with a defined deviation of the exposure from the original image. Depending on the selected exposure mode, exposure or aperture bracketing is performed. Shutter priority Aperture bracketing is performed, i.e. the aperture is varied while the exposure time remains fixed. Aperture priority Exposure time bracketing is performed, i.e. the shutter speed is varied and the aperture value remains fixed.
SHOOTING MODES When bracketing is started, the display settings change. Fig. 12 / 11 Display during Bracketing 12.8 Focus Bracketing With Focus Bracketing, a series of images (3, 5 or 9 images) is taken, each with a slight deviation of the focal plane from the original focus. In this way, an image can be taken with several focus variations. Please note that this function is only available when working with an auto focus lens and when the camera is set to an Auto Focus Mode.
SHOOTING MODES 3 2 1 2 3 Fig. 12 / 14 Focus Bracketing Focus Bracketing is only possible with AF or AFD-lenses. With focus bracketing, you can take a series of images where the focal plane is shifted from the centre of the depth of field of the basis shot 1 to the borders and beyond. The step sizes of the deviations of the focal plane depend on the selected aperture, and are set automatically by the system. The step size can also depend on the lens type that is used.
MIRROR UP from the first to the last image capture in the series. The middle shot in the series is the basis shot that is set (image 1). When the focus of the original image is already close to the stop position of the focus (i.e. the minimum or maximum possible focus of the camera), the focus bracketing cannot be performed in the pre-defined step size, and the position of the original image may deviate from the set focus.
USE OF THE FLASH 14 Use of the Flash 14.1 Flash Operation with the Sinar Hy6 System For flash operation with the Sinar Hy6 system, external flash units are connected to the camera. With the Sinar Hy6 system, fixed flash units and off-camera units can be used. The Sinar Hy6 system is equipped with a between-the-lens-shutter; therefore it offers very short flash synchronization times (up to 1 sec). The Sinar Hy6 system is x1000 synchronized with the minimum possible shutter time of the lens.
USE OF THE FLASH To the hot shoe with the SCA-contacts 1, portable flash devices / the Rollei SCA-3562 Flash Adapter has to be connected. The hot shoe is equipped with contacts enabling the TTL-measurement, flash synchronization and the exchange of the flash and camera data. 1 The flash device is connected correctly when you hear a click. Please refer also to the documentation of your flash adapter and your flash device. Fig.
USE OF THE FLASH Connect the flash synchronization cable of a studio flash unit, of a flash remote control unit or of an automatic flash device to the x-contact 1. 1 Fig. 14 / 2 X-contact 14.4 The 90° Reflex Viewfinder 1 When a flash device is connected to the mechanical interface at the 90° reflex viewfinder 1, the flash device has to be connected to the flash synchronisation socket at the camera body, refer to Fig. 14/2. Fig. 14/ 3 Flash shoe mount at the 90° reflex viewfinder 14.
USE OF THE FLASH Use the Front Control Wheel W1 to select the flash mode. The modes “Normal Sync” and “Rear Sync” can be selected. Using the Rear Control Wheel W2, the flash compensation can be set. Fig. 14 / 5 Select flash mode Normal sync The flash is synchronized towards the opening of the shutter. The flash is activated directly after the shutter is completely opened. Rear sync The flash is synchronized towards the closing of the shutter.
OPTIONS 15 Options Pressing the button “Options” B5, the menu “Options” is opened where several camera settings can be defined by the user. 1 The menu is closed and the display is reset to the standard display by toggling. Fig. 15 / 1 Open menu “Options” The menu “Options” offers the following menu items: Controls Lock or activate the front and the rear control wheel W1 and W2. LCD-backlight Set the intensity of the LCD-backlight.
OPTIONS 15.1 Controls Here you can lock or unlock the control wheels. Per default, the control wheels are unlocked. Use the front control wheel W1 to select whether to lock or unlock the control wheels. Fig. 15 / 3 Menu “Options – Controls” 15.2 LCD-Backlight In the menu “Options - LCD-backlight”, the settings for the behaviour of the LCDbacklight can be defined. Use the Front Control Wheel W1 to set the function. Fig.
OPTIONS 15.4 Graphical user interface Here the GUI standard settings can be defined using the rear control wheel W2: Fig. 15 / 6 Menu “Options – GUI” Automatic: The Easy Mode-display is shown per default, and the Enhanced Mode-display is shown when at least one optional function is selected. Enhanced: The Enhanced Mode-display is shown per default. 15.5 LCD contrast With the Front Control Wheel W1, the contrast of the hand grip display can be set.
OPTIONS 15.7 Firmware version Here the Sinar Logo is displayed. Fig. 15 / 9 Menu “Options – Firmware version” 15.8 Soft key function Here the function of the soft key at the hand grip can be set. Use the front control wheel W1 to select the function. The following functions are available: Fig. 15 / 10 Menu “Options – Soft key functions” • • • None Key lock Live image None Pressing the button does not trigger any function.
OPTIONS 15.9 Status The status settings display camera and firmware information, and image parameters. In normal use of the Sinar Hy6 system, the status information will not be necessary. You may need the status information in case of service or technical support. In Status I, the voltage of the battery and the buffer is displayed here. Fig.
WORKING WITH A FILM MAGAZINE 16 Working with a film magazine You can optionally order the film magazine and the adapter from Sinar: 711.64.088 711.64.010 Adapter frame Film magazine In the following, you will find the instructions for the attachment of the film magazine and for inserting the film. For further details about working with the film magazine, refer to the user manual of the manufacturer of the film magazine. Remove the cover Firstly, remove the protective cover from the camera body.
WORKING WITH A FILM MAGAZINE Open the magazine To open the magazine, move the draw slide bar 1 as far as possible into the arrow direction “magazine change / turn”. The multi-disk blind closes. 2 2 1 To open the magazine, press the two opening buttons 2 inwards and pull of the back plane off the magazine. 1 Fig. 16 / 3 Open magazine Take out film insert To take out the film insert, press the film upwards against the light resistance of the magnetic fixing and take the film out of the magazine back.
WORKING WITH A FILM MAGAZINE Load a film Because of the symmetrical construction of the film insert, the empty spool 2 does not need to be displaced. Press the spring lug 1 outwards and insert the film spool between the spool bearings in a way that the black inside of the paper lies outwards. 2 1 3 Make sure that the film runs to the empty spool as illustrated by the symbol 3. Put the paper leader straight into the empty spool.
WORKING WITH A FILM MAGAZINE Close the film magazine Close the magazine. You will hear a click when the magazine is locked. When inserting the film, the image count is set to 00. After switching on the display, the basic display of the magazine appears. You need to enter the film type and the film sensitivity that you can find on the box of the film. If the multi-disk blind is not opened, the camera shutter cannot be released and SLIdE is displayed in the LCD of the magazine. Fig.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 17 Cleaning and Maintenance Occasionally, the cleaning of the Sinar Hy6 system may be necessary. Please observe the following cleaning instructions to prevent any damage to the camera. To clean the camera body, use a lint-free, soft, slightly moistened tissue, e.g. cotton. Do not use substances containing organic solvents, benzyl or diluting agents. Make sure to moisten the piece of cloth only slightly to prevent that any moisture enters the camera.
TECHNICAL DATA 18 Technical Data Camera Type Single-lens autofocus reflex camera with multi-mode automatic exposure control, variable metering pattern, TTL automatic flash (SCA 3000), and motor-driven film transport.
TECHNICAL DATA Interface to digital camera backs Connections Versatile 8-pin screw-lock socket for cable release, and other auxiliary devices like GPS encoder, etc. USB-socket Power Supply With rechargeable Lithium ion batteries 7.2V, 2200 mAh Center-weighted multi-zone metering Exposure Metering Spot metering by photodiode in center of frame (approx.
TECHNICAL DATA TTL flash metering on the film plane Flash-ready and exposure control is displayed in the finder Automatic Flash Automatic flash switch-on with Metz flash units is possible in lowlight condition Additional fill-in flash TTL Studio preflash Exposure Metering Possible in conjunction with studio flash packs With all shutter speeds from 1/1000 to 32 seconds Flash Synchronization Hot shoe with flash terminal and contacts for flash units from Metz SCA interface via Rollei SCA 3562 adapter Sina
TECHNICAL DATA Film Magazines 4.
