Mamiya 645 AFD III Instructions Manual

Mamiya
Brand
Mamiya
Model
645 AFD III
Type
Instructions Manual
Contents
Congratulations on your purchase of the Mamiya 645 AFD Camera
Combining 35mm handling ease and speed with the advantages of an almost 3x larger image size,
it is a full-featured camera utilizing many digital controls, LCD displays and is ready for the age of
digital photography.
Its high-tech, focal-place shutter, with speeds up to 1/4000 sec., permits flash sync up to 1/125 sec. and
has an exclusive "Safety Retraction" feature, which protects it against accidental damage.
The AE Prism Finder, with its many features, is protected by a sturdy magnesium housing, as is
the Power Drive Grip. These components are integral to the diecast aluminum camera body which
is designed for heavy professional use.
All of the many features, safety locks, and other important information, are covered in detail in these
instructions. It is imperative that you read them thoroughly before you put your camera to work to in
sure proper operation and maximum results.
Note:
In order to acquaint yourself with the functions of your camera, you should first practice without film. Please
refer to the Section "Camera Operation Test" for information about testing the camera without film.
Mamiya pioneered the 645 SLR camera nearly three decades ago, and the 645 AFD, with its TTL
auto focus, auto exposure, auto flash, and auto film winding,reflects Mamiya's long tradition in
medium format expertise.
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Your Mamiya 645 AFD is designed for heavy professional use and will give you a long
service life if properly maintained.
Your camera and lenses have many moving parts which require periodic lubrication.
Its electronic components are also subject to wear and tear and are affected by ambient
conditions like dust, sand, sea air, hear and moisture.
If cameras had odometers like automobiles, it would be easier to specify servicing
schedules. May we suggest that if you shoot thousands of rolls of film a year, you
have your equipment serviced annually by the Mamiya distributor in your country.
Mamiya 645 AFD corresponds with digital backs compatible with the MSCE (Mamiya
Serial Communication of External) System.
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Names of Parts
Exposure Compensation Dial
Lock Release Button
Exposure Compensation Dial
Eyepiece Shutter Lever
Main Liquid Crystal
Display (LCD)
Rear Dial
Strap Lug
Front Dial
Shutter Release Button
with Cable Release
Socket
Hotshoe
Exposure Mode Dial Lock
Release Button
Exposure Mode Setting Dial
Auto Focus Supplemental
Infrared Light Emission
Window
Mirror
Electrical Contacts
Lens Mount Alignment Mark
Depth-of-Field Preview Button
Shutter Release Mode Selector Lever
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Exposure Mode Selector Lever
Exposure Mode Selector Lever
Lock release Button
Strap Lug
Dark Slide
Focus Mode selector Lever
Lens Release Button
Electronic Shutter
Release Socket
Mirror-up Lever
Synchro Terminal
Magazine Lock Button
Magazine Cover
Lock Button
Magazine Cover
Release Button
Magazine Release
Button
Diopter Adjustment
Dial
Rubber Eyepiece
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Diopter Adjustment Lens (accessory)
Dark Slide Storage Pocket
Film Tab Box Pocket
Magazine Battery Cover Screw Cap
External Power Socket
Battery Case Lock Lever
Battery Case
Tripod Socket
Magazine LCD Panel
Down Button
Up Button
Mid-roll Film Advance
Button
Auto Exposure Lock Button
Flash Auto
Adjustment
Select Button
SET Button
F1 Key
F2 Key
Main LCD Backlight Button
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Main Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)
Magazine LCD
Shutter Time (seconds)
Superimpose Mode
Shooting Data
Superimpose Mode
Calendar and Index Number
Index Mode
Manual Focus Mode
Program Mode
Self-time Mode Mark
Multiple Exposure Mode Mark
Auto Bracketing Mode
Battery Power Indicator
Aperture
Program Shift Indicator
Dial Lock Indicator
Film Sensitivity (ISO 25-6400)
Film Type (120 or 220)
Number of Photos Display
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Viewfinder with LCD Readouts
Auto Focus Area Frame
AE Lock Display
Out of Focus Direction Marks
Focus Marks
Exposure Compensation Mark
Exposure Compensation Vale Display
Flash Charge indicator
Aperture
Shutter Speed
Exposure Metering Mode Display
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Electronic Dial Operations
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Inserting the Batteries
Before inserting or removing the batteries, be sure to turn the Shutter Release Button's switch
to the "L" position, as shown in the illustration.
1. Set the Shutter Release Button's switch to "L".
2. Lift the Battery Case Lock Lever, turn it counter-
clockwise, and then pull out the Battery Holder.
3. Insert six fresh alkaline or lithium batteries with the
+ and - ends as shown in the illustration.
4. Insert the Battery Holder into the camera and lock
it in place by turning the Battery Case Lock Lever clock-
wise. Be sure that the Battery Holder is firmly attached.
After inserting the batteries, set the date and time.
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Checking Battery Power
Set the Battery Mode Selector Lever to "S" (power on).
The condition of the batteries is indicated in the lower
right corner of the Main LCD.
The batteries have a sufficient amount of power.
There is little power remaining. The camera will
still operate; however, be sure to have fresh
batteries on hand.
There is very little power remaining and the
camera will not operate.
Set the Shutter Release Mode Selector to "L"
and replace the batteries.
When the batteries almost completely exhausted,
"batt" flashes on the Main LCD when the Shutter
Release Button is pressed.
Note: When replacing the batteries, be sure to use six new batteries of the same type. Do not mix
batteries of different types or old batteries with new ones.
Number of rolls of film that can be exposed with a new set of batteries:
Flashing
Flashing
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Installing the Magazine Battery
The button battery supplies power to the magazine when it is detached
from the camera. When the magazine is attached to the camera body,
it receives power from the camera's batteries.
1. Remove the Battery Compartment screw cover using a coin
or straight-blade screwdriver.
2. Insert the battery noting the polarity indication + in the
Battery Compartment, and then replace the screw cover.
Note:
You can photograph without a battery in the magazine; however, when you remove
the magazine from the camera, the camera will not indicate film sensitivity or the
number of shots.
The magazine is not equipped with a battery-level indicator. When the magazine's
LCD panel display becomes dark or disappears, replace the battery,
The magazine battery will last about one year.
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Battery Care
1. The sealed, new batteries supplied with this camera may have been subjected to
storage conditions that could reduce their service life. Therefore, it is advisable
to replace then with a fresh set of batteries as soon as possible.
2. Carefully wipe the battery contacts with a dry, clean cloth to remove any dirt or other
contaminants.
3. Always remove the batteries if the camera will not be used for some time,
4. Always carry spare batteries.
5. Battery life differs depending on the type, age, storage conditions, temperature
and frequency of use.
6. Be sure to install the batteries noting the polarity markings on the Battery Chamber.
7. Always keep batteries out of the reach of children.
8. Never throw used batteries into a fire or expose them to excessive heat.
9. When photographing in extremely cold temperatures, use the External Battery Case to
keep the batteries warm.
10. Once the batteries are exhausted, immediately remove them from the Battery Chamber and
replace them with new batteries.
11. When you carry spare batteries, leave them in the manufacturer's packaging. If they are not
in the manufacturer's packaging, wrap the batteries carefully so they cannot contact any metallic
object that could cause them to discharge.
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Attaching and Removing a Lens
Attaching
1. Remove the Front Body Cap by pushing the Lens Release Lever (A)
in the direction of the arrow, turning the cap counterclockwise until
it stops, and then lifting the cap out of the camera body.
To remove the Front Lens Cap, squeeze the two sections together,
and then lift cap off the lens.
To remove the Rear Lens Cap, turn it counterclockwise until it
stops, and then lift it off the lens,
2. Align the white alignment dot on the lens (B) with the white dot on
the camera body (A).
3. Fit the lens into the camera body, and then rotate it clockwise
until it clicks and locks into place,
CAUTION:
Do not touch the distance ring or other moving parts during the autofocus
operation.
When attaching a lens, do not touch the Lens Release Button (A).
Removing
Push and hold the Lens Release Lever (A) back as far as it will go, rotate the
lens counterclockwise as far as it will go, and then lift the lens out of the camera
body,
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Attaching and Removing the Magazine
Unless the dark slide is inserted in the magazine, you cannot attach or remove the magazine
from the camera body. When the camera's batteries or low, or batteries are not installed in the
camera, the dark slide cannot be removed, although the magazine can be attached or removed
from the camera body.
1. Remove the magazine's protective cap.
Remove the camera's rear body cap while putting a finder
in the notch and sliding the cap downward.
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3. Match the groove on the magazine's groove coupler with
the holder bracket (lower) of the camera body and snap the
magazine into the camera body.
Before installation
Attaching
4. Rotate the magazine up on the camera body until it
locks and you hear the focal plane shutter open.
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Removing
1. Insert the dark slide into the magazine.
2. With your thumb, first push button (A) down,
and then simultaneously push button (B) in, The
magazine will separate from the camera body.
When the magazine is removed from the camera
body, the shutter will automatically open. Film
advance and shutter release are locked.
A double-locking mechanism prevents accidental
detaching of the magazine. With a little practice,
you will learn how to hold the magazine with your
right hand while pushing the lower button down
while pushing the upper button in.
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Diopter Adjustment
Look through the viewfinder and make sure that the focus frame (the rectangle with a circle)
is in sharp focus. If it is not, turn the Diopter Adjustment Dial in the "-" direction if you are
nearsighted and in the "+" direction if you are farsighted. If this adjustment does not pro-
duce a sharp image, you may need to use an optional diopter correction lens,
Diopter Adjustment Dial
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Mamiya 645 AFD III Instructions Manual

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Brand
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Model
645 AFD III
Type
Instructions Manual
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