To Use USER GUIDE 167 5.31 BATTERY CHARGE THE BATTERY Note! The battery will become fully charged after approximately 6 hours before first use. 1 Remove the battery from the camera (A). 2 Insert the jack plug from the battery charger into the socket on the battery grip (B). 3 Insert the battery charger into a standard (100–240V~/50– 60 Hz) domestic socket. A During the charging procedure, the lamp on the charger shows the following: ●● Standby (no battery connected) ●● Charging ●● Ready B H6D www.
To Use USER GUIDE CHECK THE BATTERY STATUS 1 On the Sensor Unit Menu Control Screen select the Battery symbol in the upper right corner. Low battery warning The Grip Screen displays: ●● The firmware version (A). ●● The number of captures taken since the last battery recharge/change (B). ●● A rechargeable-battery status icon (C) that provides a quick visual check as well as a figure estimate in percent.
To Use USER GUIDE 5.32 PROTECTIVE BASEPLATE REMOVE THE PROTECTIVE BASEPLATE 1 Lift the securing catch while pushing the plate towards the lens. ATTACH THE PROTECTIVE BASEPLATE 1 Slip it over the camera foot until it stops and the securing catch snaps into place. H6D www.hasselblad.
To Use USER GUIDE 5.33 STORE THE CAMERA Caution! Before you connect the sensor unit to the H6D camera after storage, always replace the protective CMOS/filter cover. This will prevent damage to the equipment. Caution! If you leave the camera unused for a long period, remove the batteries. This will prevent damage to the equipment. Caution! Keep camera and equipment away from moisture. If your camera becomes wet, disconnect from electric power and let camera dry before further use.
6 ACCESSORIES
USER GUIDE Accessories 6.1 ACCESSORIES CONNECTIVITY DIAGRAM Optional viewfinders Tilt / shift HTS 1.5. For use with HCD28, HC35, HC50, HC80 and HC100 (including extension tubes). HV 90x / HVD 90x-II viewfinders HVM waist-level viewfinder Optional viewfinders Optional V system Lenses CF lens adapter GIL GPS Viewfinder (included). Type depends on model receiver SCA3902 TTL Flash Adapter All HC/HCD lenses, including extension tubes and converters Roll film and Instant mag.
USER GUIDE Accessories 6.2 HC LENS RANGE HCD 4.8/24mm HCD 4/28mm HC 3.5/35mm HC 3.5/50-IImm HC 2.8/80mm HC 2.2/100mm HC Macro 4/120-IImm HC 3.2/150mm HC 4/210mm HC 4.5/300mm HC 3.5–4.5/50–110mm HCD 4.0–5.6/35–90mm V system C type lenses with optional CF lens adapter H6D www.hasselblad.
Accessories 6.3 USER GUIDE OPTIONAL HC LENS ACCESSORIES HTS 1.5 (3043400) The HTS 1.5 is a tilt and shift adapter designed for the HCD28mm, HC35mm, HC50mm, HC80mm and the HC100mm lenses. It not only solves technical challenges but also provides exciting opportunities for creative solutions. CF ADAPTER (3043500) The CF adapter allows almost all lenses from the V-system to be used on H system camera bodies.
Accessories 6.4 USER GUIDE OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES HVM WAIST LEVEL VIEWFINDER (3053328) The HVM waist level viewfinder allows a comfortable lower viewing angle either for effect or where eye contact with the subject is desirable in portrait photography, for example. Autofocus function of all lenses fully retained. Intended for horizontal format shooting and not suitable for vertical format use.
Accessories USER GUIDE FLASH ADAPTER SCA 3902 (3053393) For connecting flashes compatible with the SCA 3002 system to the Hasselblad H6D. UV-SKY FILTERS Absorbs UV radiation and reduces blue haze without affecting colours. Also protects the front lens surface. Particularly recommended when the camera is used in harsh conditions. Available in three sizes to suit various lenses. 67mm: 3053470, 77mm: 3053474 and 95mm: 3053478 POLA FILTERS Reduces non-specular reflections and glare.
Accessories USER GUIDE RELEASE CORD H (3043370) Remote release cord with a cable length of 0.5 m. HVM CORRECTION LENS HOLDER (3053348) Lens holder for custom made eyesight correction (lenses available from opticians). To be used for optimal viewing comfort and accuracy. HVD 90X / HV 90X & 90X-II VIEWFINDERS (3053330, 3053326, 3053334) 90 degrees reflex viewfinder, providing 100% field of view even when wearing eyeglasses. Includes built-in fill flash and multimode light metering system.
Accessories 6.5 USER GUIDE 178 HM 16-32 FILM MAGAZINE The Hasselblad HM 16-32 film magazine is a sophisticated semi-independent unit within the H system. It has its own power supply for individual information storage, LCD panel, illumination, etc.
Accessories USER GUIDE LCD Panel The various functions are accessed by repeatedly pressing the function selector button (loop menu) and changes made by the ‘change-up’ and ‘change-down’ buttons. Any settings are automatically saved. At very low temperatures the LCD will require a few seconds to display new settings. LCD illumination button The LCD can be illuminated by pressing the display illumination button, which is accessible when the magazine is not attached to the camera.
Accessories USER GUIDE Change Up / Change Down Button Can alter the settings ‘upwards’. For example, to increase the film speed setting. Toggle action. Can alter the settings ‘downwards’. For example, to decrease the film speed setting. Toggle action. Function Selector Selects the four functions that can be changed on the magazine. The functions are on a menu loop so that repeated pressing of the selector button will successively access all functions in turn.
Accessories USER GUIDE Film Tab Holder Holds an ID tab from the film roll pack as a reminder of the type of film loaded. Remember to change it if you change film type! Film Holder Key Secures the film holder in the magazine. Fold out the key and turn counter-clockwise 90° to remove the film holder and turn clockwise 90° to lock the film holder in place. Magazine Settings Lock All settings can be locked to avoid inadvertent changes.
USER GUIDE Accessories Attach and Remove the Magazine You cannot remove a magazine from the camera body if the magazine dark slide is not in place, (when the magazine dark slide indicator on the magazine shows white). Neither can you withdraw the magazine dark slide when the magazine is not attached to the camera. Both these restrictions therefore prevent accidental film loss caused by fogging.
USER GUIDE Accessories Film Speed Setting / Bar code The film speed (ISO / ASA) can be set automatically or manually. Automatic setting uses a Bar code (only some films have this feature, notably Fujifilm). This is the default setting. Film settings (ISO / film length) are automatic only if the magazine is set at Bar code automatic. That is, a bar coded film cannot override a manual film speed setting but a manual setting can override the film speed of a bar coded film.
USER GUIDE Accessories Data Imprint Setting Data imprinting can be activated or deactivated through the magazine menu. Access data setting: 1 Ensure the magazine settings lock is in the unlocked position. 2 Press the button until the Data symbol appears. 3 Press either the or the button to reach On or Off. 4 The new setting will be saved automatically after a time out of five seconds. 5 Return the magazine settings lock to the locked position.
Accessories Film Loading The film magazine can be loaded either on or off the camera. Regularly check the interior of the magazine and remove dust, particles or any scraps of paper from previous rolls of film. Load and unload film magazines away from direct light sources. 1) Fold out the film holder key and turn it counter-clockwise 90° A. Withdraw the film holder completely B.
7 TROUBLESHOOTING
USER GUIDE Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Suggested correction Error massage - See chapter 7.1 Error Messages. Camera is deactivated The camera can be affected by a discharge of electricity. This can happen when the area around the control buttons on the grip accidentally touches a conductive cord or material connected to earth. Press the red ON - OFF button on the grip to activate the camera. This can deactivate the camera and does not cause any damage.
Troubleshooting 7.1 USER GUIDE ERROR MESSAGES If any error message is shown, do as follows: Caution! Be careful when you attach/detach the components to/from the camera. This will help prevent damage to the data bus connections. 1 Detach the components from the camera. 2 Attach the components to the camera again. If the error message still shows, do as follows: 3 Detach the battery grip. 4 Wait 10 seconds. 5 Attach the battery grip again. The camera’s processor have now been reset.
USER GUIDE Troubleshooting 7.2 CHANGE LANGUAGE ON SENSOR UNIT FROM UNKNOWN LANGUAGE General Settings Menu Language Menu MAIN MENU > GENERAL SETTINGS > LANGUAGE 1 Press the General Settings icon on the Sensor unit display. 2 The General Settings Menu will appear. 3 Navigate to the menu item with a Globe icon (number 6 on the list from the top, Language). 4 Scroll down to select your Language. Swipe right or press Menu / EXIT button to get back to Main Menu. H6D www.hasselblad.
Troubleshooting 7.3 USER GUIDE CLEAN THE LENS GLASS REMOVE DUST Caution! Do not touch the glass surface with your fingers. This can cause damage to the equipment. If there is dust on the lens glass, do as follows: 1 Remove the dust with a blower brush or very soft lens brush. REMOVE SMEAR Caution! Do not touch the glass surface with your fingers. This can cause damage to the equipment.
Troubleshooting 7.4 USER GUIDE CLEAN THE SENSOR UNIT FILTER Caution! Be careful when you attach/detach the components to/from the camera. This will help prevent damage to the data bus connections. Caution! When you remove the sensor unit, keep foreign objects away from the camera opening. The camera opening is very sensitive. This will help prevent damage to the equipment. 1 Remove USB 3 cable if connected. 2 Rotate the sensor unit release button to the right.
Troubleshooting USER GUIDE User Guide for Hasselblad H6D The information in this User Guide is furnished for informational use only, is subject to change without notice, and should not be construed as a commitment by Victor Hasselblad AB. The H6D Product Images in this User Guide were not taken with a Hasselblad H6D. They are produced in 3D as visualization. They are used for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to represent the image quality produced by a Hasselblad H6D.