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Hasselblad CFV User Manual

Hasselblad CFV
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English, version 3.0
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Hasselblad CFV Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHasselblad
ModelCFV
CategoryCamera Accessories
LanguageEnglish

Summary

General Introduction

Computer System Requirements

Details hardware and software needed for image processing.

Warnings and Restrictions

Precautions for safe operation and preventing damage.

Before You Start

General Overview

Language Options

How to select the menu language from seven choices.

Parts and Control Panel

OLED Preview Screen

Displays images, menus, and settings with high contrast.

Control Buttons

Buttons for navigation, menu access, image approval, and zoom.

Key Connectors and Indicators

FireWire port, flash sync terminals, and ready light status.

Sensor Protection and Care

Details on the CCD/IR filter and its protective cover.

Battery Power

Information on the required battery type for operation.

Powering the Digital Back

Attaching and Removing Battery

Steps for inserting and removing the power source.

FireWire Connection

Connecting the digital back to a computer via FireWire.

ON/OFF Button Operation

How to turn the digital back on and off.

Shooting and Storage Modes

Untethered / Compact Flash Card Mode

Independent operation using a CF card for storage.

Semi-Tethered / Imagebank Mode

Connecting to a portable Imagebank for storage.

Tethered / Studio Mode

Direct connection to a computer for operation and storage.

Selecting the Current Storage Medium

Choosing the active storage location for images.

Compact Flash Memory Cards

Inserting and Removing a Card

Step-by-step guide for handling CF cards.

Working with Imagebank

Hasselblad Imagebank Compatibility

Notes on using Hasselblad Imagebank with the CFV.

Tethered Operation

Connecting to a Computer

How to establish a FireWire connection to a computer.

Shooting with FlexColor

Operating the CFV via FlexColor software.

Menu System Overview

Using the Menu System

Navigating and interacting with the CFV's menu interface.

Standard Preview Display

Understanding the default screen showing image and setting info.

Menu Navigation and Settings

Accessing Menu Items

How to navigate through menu branches using buttons.

Changing Settings

Using Zoom buttons to select values and confirm changes.

Menu Language and Shortcuts

Setting the Menu Language

How to change the display language of the CFV.

Menu Shortcuts Overview

Quick access methods for common menu commands.

Storage Overview: Media and Batches

Organizing Work with Batches

Functionality and properties of batches for shot organization.

Navigating Media and Batches

Methods for selecting current storage media and batches.

Media and Batch List Displays

Visual interpretation of the media and batch list screens.

Selecting Media/Batches and Creating Batches

Selecting Media and Batch via Browse Controls

Step-by-step guide to selecting media and batches.

Creating New Batches

Procedure for creating new batches via the menu system.

Instant Approval Architecture

Assigning Approval Status Levels

Understanding green, yellow, and red status for images.

Standard Workflow

The typical process of taking shots and assigning status.

Reading and Changing Approval Status

How to view and modify image approval status.

Browsing by Approval Status

Filtering images displayed based on their approval status.

Setting the Browse Filter

Methods for filtering images by approval status.

Deleting by Approval Status

Options for deleting images based on their status.

Setting the Default Approval Status

Configuring the initial status assigned to new images.

Viewing, Deleting, and Copying Images

Basic Image Browsing

How to view images on the display.

Choosing the Current Batch

How to select a specific batch for viewing.

Browsing by Approval Status

Filtering images based on their approval status.

Zooming In and Out

Adjusting image magnification and view levels.

Zooming In for More Detail

Detailed steps for magnifying images.

Thumbnail Views

Using four or nine thumbnail displays for overview.

Preview Modes

Choosing the Preview Mode

Cycling through display modes like Standard, Histogram, Full-screen.

The Standard Preview Display

Details of the default screen layout and information shown.

Using the Histogram

Interpreting histograms for exposure evaluation.

Battery-Saver Mode

Enabling screen-off mode to save battery power.

Full-Screen Mode

Viewing images without interface elements.

Overexposure Indicator

Visualizing overexposed pixels in an image.

General Image Deletion

Delete Shortcut

One-button method for deleting single images.

Transferring and Copying Images

Transferring to a Computer

Moving images from CF card to a computer.

Transferring to an Imagebank

Moving images to an external hard disk in the field.

Working with Menu Settings

Menu System Overview

Structure and general interaction with the menu system.

Navigating the Menu System

Step-by-step guide for moving through menus.

Menu Structure Diagrams

Language Settings

ISO Settings

Setting the ISO Sensitivity

Adjusting light sensitivity for exposure calculations.

White Balance Settings

Media Settings

Selecting the Storage Medium

Choosing the active storage location for images.

Browse Filter

Setting the Browse Filter

Filtering images by approval status (All, Red, Green, Green & Yellow).

STORAGE Menu Navigation

Deleting Images

Deleting a Single Image

Steps to delete one image at a time.

Delete Shortcut

One-button method for deleting single images.

Deleting Multiple Images from a Batch

Deleting Multiple Images from a Medium

Formatting Media

Steps to Format Media

Procedure for formatting CF cards and Imagebank units.

Copying Images

Copying Images from CF Card

Procedure for copying images to external media.

Creating Batches

Steps to Create a New Batch

Steps for creating and naming new batches.

Default Approval Level Settings

Changing Default Image Status

Setting the initial approval status (Auto, Green, Yellow).

SETTINGS Menu Navigation

Navigating User Interface Settings

Overview of settings related to language, display, and sound.

User Interface Menu Entries

Details on Language, Power Down, Mark Overexp., Sound, Date & Time, Display.

Camera Settings

Model Setting Variations

Adjusting settings for different Hasselblad camera models.

Camera Model Specific Settings

Specific settings for ELX, Pinhole, Flash Sync, SWC, and 200 models.

500 Series Camera Settings

Configuration for 500C/CM, 501C/CM, 503 CX/CXi/CW models.

Shutter Delay and Exposure Time

Adjusting timing for camera synchronization and exposure.

Capture Sequence Settings

Configuring multi-shot capture sequences.

Connectivity Diagram

Setting Capture Sequence

Miscellaneous Settings

Selecting Camera Interface

Choosing how the camera appears to the computer (Camera or Disk).

About Box Information

Default Settings

Resetting All Settings

Restoring factory default settings.

Flash and Strobe Usage

Portable Flash Units

Connecting flash units for portable shooting.

Studio Flash Units

Connecting flash units for studio use with tethered computers.

TTL Function (503CW)

Using the TTL function with a 503CW camera.

Cleaning the Digital Back

Cleaning the CCD IR Filter

Procedure for cleaning the sensor's IR filter.

Basic IR Filter Cleaning

Steps for cleaning the IR filter surface.

Cleaning with E-Wipes

Using wet wipes for cleaning the IR filter.

Cleaning the Housings

How to clean the exterior surfaces of the digital back.

Equipment Care, Service, and Guarantee

General Equipment Care

General advice on handling and maintaining the equipment.

Service and Guarantee Information

Information on maintenance, warranty, and returns.

Product Disposal

Environmentally friendly disposal guidelines.

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