FED 2 User Manual

FED-2 Instruction manual
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FED 2
Fed-2 35mm FILM CAMERA instruction manual
This text is NOT identical to the one in the official Instruction Manual.
Fed-2 frontal View
01. Film Counter
02. Film wind knob
03. Rangefinder optic
04. Aperture index dot
05. Scale setting ring
06. Viewfinder aperture
07. Automatic releaser button
08. Automatic releaser lever
09. Synchronizer socket
10. Front lens nut
11. Aperture setting ring
12. Depth of field scale
13. Focusing ring
This manual contains a brief description of camera Fed-2 and the basic rules for using the camera. It
cannot serve as a photography manual.
Slight differences between the description and the camera may occur as a result of technical
modification being introduced in the design of the camera.
Camera Fed-2 operated on standard 35 mm film with a picture size of 24×36 mm. The great
resolving power of the lens makes it possible to obtain perfect large-size pictures. The wide range of
shutter speeds, the trigger winder, synchronizer, automatic releaser, dioptric view-finder setting, the
light weight and compactness of the camera will satisfy the requirements of either amateur or
professional photographer. The camera is fitted with lens Industar-26M or with Industar-61 with
lanthanum Optics. The camera is so designed that it is also possible to use interchangeable lenses
Industar-50, Jupiter-9, Jupiter-11, Jupiter-12 and others. In taking a picture the camera is focused with
the help of the range-finder. The automatic releaser incorporated in the camera allows

FED 2 Specifications

General

Manufacturer	FED
Film Format	35mm
Lens Mount	M39 screw mount
Shutter	Focal-plane shutter
Type	Rangefinder camera
Shutter Speeds	1/500 sec, plus B
Viewfinder	Optical viewfinder
Flash Sync	1/30 sec

Summary

FED-2 Camera Operation Guide

Camera Loading and Film Preparation

Instructions for loading the FED-2 camera with film, including handling the magazine and take-up reel for proper film feeding.

Focusing and Lens Settings

Details on using the optical range-finder, dioptric focusing, and understanding lens scales for diaphragm, depth-of-field, and distance.

Shooting Workflow and Exposure

Recommended sequence for taking pictures, setting shutter speeds, using the automatic releaser, and tips for flash photography.

Film Rewinding Procedure

Step-by-step guide on how to safely rewind exposed film back into the magazine after shooting.

FED-2 Troubleshooting and Adjustments

Rangefinder Adjustment

Guidance on adjusting the camera's rangefinder for accurate focusing, including horizontal and vertical alignment procedures.

Shutter Curtain Adjustment

Instructions on regulating the first and second shutter curtains for proper operation using adjustment bolts.