Common Sense Camera Care and Practice Introduction
The Mamiya RZ67 PRO IID is aprecision optical/mechanical instrument, built for heavy
professional use and along service life, if properly treated and maintained. Please ob¬
s e r v e t h e s e b a s i c c a v e a t s :
Congratulations on your purchase of the Mamiya RZ67PRO HD and welcome to the
world-wide family of happy Mamiya camera owners!
The Mamiya RZ67PRO HD is a6x7cm format single-lens reflex camera with alens
shutter on which is installed arevolutionary Rotating Back.
Complimented by its large selection of world-class Mamiya lenses, and many other sys¬
tem accessories, the RZ67 has become the camera of choice by the world's top photog¬
raphers. The RZ67PROIID is aversatile camera, ideally suited to many photographic
applications, including commercial portraits, fashion, industrial documentation, nature
and scientific photography.
Also, the Digital Back accessory for the RZ67PRO ED is compatible with Mamiya's spe¬
cial Digital Control System, so it can expand the applications of this camera for both film
and digital work.
●Read instructions before using camera.
●Protect camera against shocks and falls. Use the neck strap supplied with it, when¬
ever possible.
●Check the battery frequently and always carry spares. The sealed battery supplied
with the camera may have been subject to storage conditions which have reduced its
service life.
●Be sure to wipe battery contacts before installation and watch correct polarity.
In order to take full advantage of its capabilities, and to insure proper operation, please
read this instruction manual carefully before you use the camera. After reading the manual,
store it in ahandy location for further reference.
●Battery life diEers, depending on frequency of use, type, age, storage condition, am¬
bient temperature (use External Battery Case in very cold weather), etc.
This manual gives general instructions for normal uses of the camera. However, the
manual may not cover some uses of the camera when combined with other systems. In
such cases, read the user's manual for each system and reread this manual.
●Always remove the battery (and film) when camera is not used for along period of
time.
●Always keep covers on lenses and camera body.
F e a t u r e s o f t h e R Z 6 7 P R 0 I I D●Do not store the camera at temperatures exceeding 40°C (105T) and -10°C (15T).
A l s o a v o i d h u m i d o r s e a a i r e n v i r o n m e n t . OVersatile range of lenses available from wide angle to telephotography.
OMirror-up and multiple exposure functions.
ORotating back that can change the view between horizontal and vertical,
oBellows extension focal adjustment mechanism (double focal point adjustment mecha¬
nism equipped with afine feed knob)
estrobe flash is synchronized at ali shutter speeds.
@intermediate shutter speeds can be used.
OLED indicators in the viewfinder and an audible alarm.
©Mamiya Digital Communication System creates the optimum conditions between the
camera and the digital back.
●Prolonged disuse shortens camera life. Periodically exercise the shutter (at diEerent
speeds, lens diaphragms and focusing mounts.
●Protect camera against rain and moisture.
●Do not touch lens surfaces. Use blower or lens tissue to remove dust particles.
●Always test your equipment before going on important assignments.
In order to combine camera functions with digital processing, the RZ67PROI1D employs the MSCE^ com¬
munication standard. Using this serial protocol the camera can operation of the camera and digital back can
be optimized, producing state-of-the-art, ultra high pixel, neutral control, digital imaging technology.
^Mamiya External Serial Communication standard, or MESC is Mamiya's proprietary digital com¬
munication standard for communicating data directly between the camera and the digital back.
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