Hasselblad 503CX User Manual

Troubleshooting
Your camera is built to give long and trouble-free service. If however you encounter any operating diculties
because you are not familiar with the Hasselblad camera system, the following table may help to resolve them.
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
You cannot operate the
release button
Remove the slideThe magazine slide is still in
place
The release button
remains depressed
The time exposure lock is in
the T-position
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The camera is in the released
position
Wind the camera
Return the lock to the
O-position
There is no image on the
focusing screen
The camera is in the pre-re-
leased or released position.
The camera is in the pre-re-
leased or released position.
The camera is in the pre-re-
leased or released position.
The camera is in the pre-re-
leased or released position.
The lens shutter is in the
released position
Release and/or wind the
camera
Release and/or wind the
camera
Release and/or wind the
camera
Release and/or wind the
camera
You cannot remove the
front protective cover
You cannot attach the
lens
You cannot remove the lens
You cannot remove the
magazine
The magazine slide is not fully
inserted
Insert the magazine slide until it
is positively stopped

Hasselblad 503CX Specifications

General

Camera Type	Medium format SLR
Image Size	6x6 cm
Focus	Manual
Film Format	120/220
Lens Mount	Hasselblad V-system
Shutter Speed	1/500 sec to 1 sec, Bulb
Viewfinder	Interchangeable waist-level or prism
Shutter Type	Focal-plane shutter