Pentax 645N2 manual

OPERA TING MANUAL 645N II-cover 01.11.8 11:34 AM ページ1[...]

Welcome to the Fantastic W orld of Pentax Autofocus Multi-Mode Medium Format Photography The Pentax 645 N 2 , our latest development in the area of the medium format SLR, promises a superior 6 x 4.5cm result with 120, 220, or 70mm film. Made possible through our vast experience and technology accumulated over the years, the new autofocus multi-mode[...]

T ABLE OF CONTENTS 1 LCD panel indication ..............................................3 Viewfinder indication ..............................................3 Names of working parts .....................................4, 5 Safe use of your camera........................................6 Precautions for your camera ................................[...]

2 III. ADV ANCED OPERA TION ......................38 - 83 Selecting a Drive Mode ........................................38 • Consecutive - Frame Mode ...........................38 • Self-T imer Mode ............................................39 T aking multi-exposure pictures ............................40 Selecting an Exposure Mode .........[...]

LCD P ANEL INDICA TION VIEWFINDER INDICA TION 3 : Frame Counter (p.22) : Film Speed Information (p.24) ISO : Film Status Information (p.24) : Battery Exhaustion W arning (p.15) : Imprinting Exposure Data Information (p.64) LCD (Liquid-Crystal Display) When the LCD is exposed to high temperatures over approximately 60°C it may blacken, but when the[...]

NAMES OF WORKING P ARTS 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 q AF mode selector (p.33, 58) w Exposure compensation dial (p.52) e Exposure compensation dial release button (p.52) r Auto bracketing selector (p.53) t Hotshoe (p.68) y Shutter speed dial release button u Lens information contacts i Lens unlock button (p.16) o Preview lev[...]

NAMES OF WORKING P ARTS 5 @1 Battery holder release knob @2 External power supply socket (p.13) @3 T ripod socket (p.35) @4 V ertical tripod socket (p.35) @5 Multi-exposure switch (p.40) @6 X-sync socket @7 Strap lug (p.1 1) @8 Film holder (p.18) @9 Film holder release knob (p.18) #0 Mid-roll wind-up button (p.26) #1 Electronic cable release socket[...]

FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA 6 Although we have carefully designed this camera for safe operation, please be sure to follow precautions given on this page. W ARNING This mark indicates precautions that, if not followed, could result in serious injury to the operator . CAUTION This mark indicates precautions that, if not followed, could result in min[...]

PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR CAMERA 7 Y our Pentax camera is a high-precision mecha- nism. Handle it with great care. Precautions when taking pictures • Do not use the camera where it may come in contact with rain, water , or any other liquid, because the cam- era is not weather , water , or liquid resistant. Should the camera get wet from rain, splashin[...]

8 Other precautions • The temperature range at which this camera func- tions properly is 50 ° C to -10 ° C (122 ° F to 14 ° F). • A camera which has been submerged in water usu- ally cannot be repaired. If such an accident should occur , it is advisable to contact a Pentax Service Center immediately . • T o maintain optimum performance, i[...]

PRECAUTIONS FOR BA TTER Y USAGE 9 • Use six 1.5V AA size alkaline, or lithium batteries. • Misuse of the battery can cause hazards such as leakage, overheating, explosion, etc. The battery should be inserted with the “ + ” and “ - ” sides facing correctly . • Battery performance may be temporarily hindered in low temperatures, but wil[...]

10 Icon indicators used in this manual Operation direction Attention Lamp blinking I. BASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) 645N II-body 01.11.8 11:42 AM ページ10[...]

A TT ACHING THE CAMERA STRAP 11 BASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) 1. Using a coin or similar object slide the clasp in the direction of the arrow . 2. Put the clasp onto the strap lug of the camera with the arrow indication facing out, and slide the lock plate back to the original position. 12 3. T o remove the strap, repeat step 1. • Adjust the l[...]

LOADING THE BA TTERIES 12 BASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) 123 1. T o remove the battery holder , lift the battery holder release knob and turn it in the direc- tion of the arrow . 2. Load six 1.5V AA-size batteries in the battery holder in accordance with the diagram locat- ed in the battery holder . 3. T o secure the battery holder , turn the bat[...]

13 BASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) • This camera requires battery power for operation. Always use six 1.5V AA size batteries. • The ISO film speed and number of exposed frames are unchanged if the batteries are replaced. • Keep spare batteries on hand when shooting out doors or while traveling. • Use of the optional Remote Battery Pack 645[...]

TURNING THE POWER ON 14 BASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) 12 1. Set the main switch to [ ON ] • When the camera is not in use, make sure that the main switch is OFF to prevent battery drain if the shutter release button is accidentally depressed. 2. W ith the main switch set to [ ], an audible PCV signal is heard for one of the following condition[...]

15 BASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) * Low Battery W arning When the batteries are nearly exhausted, the bat- tery symbol [ ] appears on the LCD panel as a warning. Replace the batteries as soon as possible. See page 12 for replacing the batteries. • Even if the low-battery symbol appears, exposure will be correct as long as the shutter can be rel[...]

A TT ACHING THE LENS 16 BASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) 12 1. Remove the body mount cap while depress- ing the lens unlock button. 2. Align the red dots on the camera and lens mount, attach the lens to the camera body , and turn it fully to the right until you hear a click. 22 16 84 22 16 8 4 ft m 10 15 A 22 16 11 8 5.6 645N II-body 01.11.8 11:42 [...]

* 17 BASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) 3 3. T o remove the front lens cap, squeeze the tabs on both sides in the direction of the arrow . • With a non-autofocus lens attached, all available functions in this camera operate except autofocus operation. • We assume no responsibility nor liability for dam- ages resulting from the use of lenses made [...]

A TT ACHING/DET ACHING FILM HOLDER 645 18 BASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) 12 Detaching 1. Raise the film holder knob and turn until the red dot markings align and a click is heard. Continue to turn the film holder knob to the end of the red line; the locking mechanism will release and the film holder is now detached from the camera body . Attachin[...]

19 BASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) • When inserting the film holder into the camera body , be sure that the film holder is inserted the right way up in order to avoid any serious damage. • The same precaution is required when attaching the 220 film holder . 3 3. T urn the film holder knob 90° to the right. After attaching the film holder to t[...]

PRESSING THE SHUTTER RELEASE BUTTON LOADING FILM 20 BASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) The shutter release button has two positions. Pressing it down halfway (first position) turns on the exposure meter and autofocus system. Pressing it fully (second position) releases the shutter . When taking a picture, press the shutter release button gently to pr[...]

21 BASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) 12 34 1. Install the emptied spool to the spool retainer as illustrated. 2. T ear off the tape and install the spool to the film holder so that the black inner side of the leading must face outwards. 3. Draw the leader from the film roll, and insert the leader paper tip into the take-up spool ’ s slit. 4. Slowl[...]

7. Set the main switch to [ON]. Release the shut- ter . The film automatically advances to the first frame. [ ] is displayed on the LCD panel. 8. If the [ ] appears, indicating that the film is not properly loaded. Detach the film holder from the camera and load the film once again. 22 BASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) 56 78 5. W ind the leader pape[...]

23 • Always load or unload a film in the shade or by using your body to shade the film holder . • We suggest that you first operate the camera with- out film to become familiar with its operations. • The film counter indication advances one each time the shutter is released. • With a 220 film loaded, the dot marks appear before the arrow ma[...]

SETTING THE FILM SPEED (ISO) 24 BASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) 123 1. Set the exposure compensation dial to the ISO position. • T urn the exposure compensation dial while holding down the exposure compensation dial release button. • The shutter cannot be released with the exposure com- pensation dial set at [ ISO ]. 2. Press the up/down butto[...]

UNLOADING FILM 25 BASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) 123 1. After the last frame of the roll is exposed, the camera will automatically wind the film and stops winding as soon as the back of the leader paper is wound to the take-up spool. [ ] on the LCD panel is displayed. 2. Detach the film holder from the camera. 3. While firmly holding the wound fi[...]

UNLOADING THE FILM IN MID-ROLL 26 BASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) 4 12 3 If you wish to remove the film before exposing all the frames, use this function. 1. Set the main switch to [ ON ]. 2. Press the mid-roll wind-up button fully with a fine-pointed object. The film will wind com- pletely . 3. Before detaching the film holder , check that [ ] is[...]

INST ALLING THE EYECUP 27 BASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) 123 T wo types of eyecups, a standard and a larger are provided as accessories; they may be utilized according to a given situation. The larger is con- structed of rubber and designed to fit close to the face for easy shooting. T o install 1. The standard eyecup may be easily removed from t[...]

ADJUSTING THE VIEWFINDER DIOPTER 28 BASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) Aim the camera at a bright subject. While look- ing through the viewfinder , turn the diopter adjustment ring to the left or right until the aut- ofocus frame [ ] appears in the sharpest focus. • The diopter adjustment range is +1.0D to -3.5m -1 (per meter). 645N II-body 01.11.8[...]

29 BASIC OPERA TION (SHOOTING) II. BASIC OPERA TION (SHOOTING) 645N II-body 01.11.8 11:42 AM ページ29[...]

USING THE PROGRAMMED AE MODE 30 BASIC OPERA TION (SHOOTING) 12 Purpose For easy picture taking, use this mode. In the Programmed AE mode, the camera automatically selects the best combination of aperture and shutter speed setting allowing you to take pictures by simply pressing the shut- ter release button. T o set 1. T urn the lens aperture ring t[...]

USING THE MUL TI(6)-SEGMENT METERING MODE 31 BASIC OPERA TION (SHOOTING) In the multi(6)-segment metering mode, the meter- ing system automatically measures light in six dif- ferent zones, enabling proper exposure value in a wide variety of normal and adverse lighting condi- tions. Set the metering mode switch to [ ]. • The center-weighted meteri[...]

USING AUT OFOCUS MODE 32 BASIC OPERA TION (SHOOTING) With the Pentax 645 F A lens attached, the lens automatically focuses when you press the shutter release button halfway down. Set the lens in the autofocus mode. • Switching between the autofous mode and manu- al focus mode depends on the lens you use. For more details, read the operating manua[...]

USING THE SINGLE AF MODE 33 When you depress the shutter button, the lens auto- matically focuses. As soon as the subject is in focus, the shutter is released. For normal use, select this position. The shutter cannot be released if the subject is out of focus. Set the AF mode selector to [ S ]. • Continuous AF Mode is also available in this cam- [...]

USING THE 3-POINT AF MODE USING THE SINGLE-FRAME DRIVE MODE 34 BASIC OPERA TION (SHOOTING) In the 3-point autofocus system, the subject will be focused properly even if the main subject is slightly off-center of the AF frame. Set the AF mode selector to [ ]. One picture is taken each time the shutter release button is depressed. Set the drive mode [...]

HOLDING THE CAMERA 35 BASIC OPERA TION (SHOOTING) For best results, be sure to hold the camera correctly as shown in the illustrations. Hold the camera firmly , with your left hand supporting the camera and lens as shown in the illustrations. While tak- ing a picture, hold your breath and gently depress the shutter release button. (Sudden force on [...]

T AKING A PICTURE 36 BASIC OPERA TION (SHOOTING) Set the lent to the autofocus position. 1. Focus on the subject with the 3-point AF frame [ ]. When the shutter release button is pressed halfway down, the lens automatically focuses. 2. When the subject is in focus, the focus indi- cator [ ] lights up. 3. T o release the shutter , gently press the s[...]

37 • The shutter cannot be released if the subject is out of focus. • The film counter indication advances each time the shutter is released. • Depress the shutter release button halfway down. While [ ] is on, the camera-to-subject distance is fixed (focus lock). T o refocus on another sub- ject, lift your finger off the shutter release butto[...]

SELECTING A DRIVE MODE 38 ADV ANCED OPERA TIONS 3 . ADV ANCED OPERA TIONS Consecutive-Frame Mode Consecutive pictures can be taken by holding down the shutter release button. Set the drive mode selector to [ ]. • If the AF mode selector is set to [ S ], the camera focuses only the first picture. From the second pic- ture, the pictures are taken c[...]

39 ADV ANCED OPERA TIONS Self-Timer Mode The self-timer mode delays the shutter release, and is useful for taking group shots that include the pho- tographer . The shutter will be released about 12 seconds after the shutter release is pressed. 1. Set the drive mode selector to [ ]. 2. Focus on the subject first using the autofocus frame and by pres[...]

MUL TIPLE EXPOSURE MODE 40 ADV ANCED OPERA TIONS 3 12 Procedure 1. T urn the multi-exposure switch in the direc- tion of the arrow until it locks. 2. The frame counter on the LCD panel blinks. 3. Press the shutter release button to shoot an initial exposure. The film will not advance. 645N II-body 01.11.8 11:42 AM ページ40[...]

41 ADV ANCED OPERA TIONS 45 4. Return the multi-exposure switch to the origi- nal position to cancel the multi-exposure mode. Notes: • T o exposure the third shot, leave the multi-expo- sure switch in the lock position in step 3 to shoot the second shot. Then return the multi-exposure switch to the original position. The film does not advance at [...]

SELECTING AN EXPOSURE MODE 42 ADV ANCED OPERA TIONS 123 Using the Programmed AE Mode Purpose The camera automatically selects the optimum combination of shutter speed and aperture setting, making it easy to take a good photograph by just depressing the shutter release button. T o set 1. Set the lens aperture ring to [ A ]. • T urn the lens apertu[...]

43 ADV ANCED OPERA TIONS * Exposure W arning If the subject is too bright or too dark, the shutter speed and aperture setting will blink in the viewfind- er . If the subject is too bright, select a darker sub- ject. Use a flash if the subject is too dark. * 645N II-body 01.11.8 11:42 AM ページ43[...]

44 ADV ANCED OPERA TIONS 2 1 Using the Aperture-Priority AE Mode Purpose When the desired aperture is selected, an appropri- ate shutter speed is automatically set by the cam- era for a proper exposure. This mode is ideal for shooting landscapes with increased depth of field, or a portrait against a blurred background. T o set 1. Set the lens apert[...]

45 ADV ANCED OPERA TIONS 34* 3. Set the desired f-stop. 4. The f-stop that you have selected and appro- priate aperture indication determined by the camera can be seen in the viewfinder when the shutter release button is depressed halfway . • The approximate aperture indication appears in the viewfinder . It may not the same indication as you sel[...]

46 ADV ANCED OPERA TIONS 12 Using the Shutter-Priority AE Mode Purpose When the desired shutter speed is selected, the appropriate aperture is automatically set by the camera for a proper exposure according to the brightness of the subject. This mode is suitable for freezing the action with a fast shutter speed or cap- turing a flowing dynamic imag[...]

47 ADV ANCED OPERA TIONS 3* 4. The shutter speed dial between 1/1000 to 4S can be set to 1/2 step by pressing the up/down button. The set shutter speed will be displayed on the LCD panel and in the viewfinder . • If the shutter speed does not change to 1/2 step, confirm Pentax Function No. 1 • When the shutter release button is depressed halfwa[...]

48 ADV ANCED OPERA TIONS 12 Using the Metered Manual Mode Purpose The Metered Manual Mode is a convenient expo- sure mode for taking pictures using the same shut- ter speed and aperture setting combination, or tak- ing creatively under or overexposured photographs. T o set 1. Set the lens aperture ring to the desired f-stop setting. • T urn the l[...]

49 ADV ANCED OPERA TIONS 45 * 4. T urn either the shutter dial or lens aperture ring until a single bar is displayed in the center of the bar graph. 5. When the shutter release button is depressed halfway , the shutter speed, approximate aperture and bar graph will be displayed in the viewfinder . • When the bars are displayed to the [ + ] side o[...]

50 ADV ANCED OPERA TIONS 123 Using the Bulb Exposure Mode Purpose This mode is useful for the long exposures required for shooting night scenes and fireworks. The shut- ter remains open as long as the shutter release but- ton is held down. How to 1. Set the lens aperture ring to the desired f-stop other than [ A ] while holding down the aper- ture-[...]

51 ADV ANCED OPERA TIONS 4 4. Adjust the desired aperture by lens aperture ring. • When using this mode, use a steady tripod to pre- vent camera shake and attach the optional “ Cable Switch CS-105, CS-130 ” or Release T imer Switch TS-1 10 after removing the Release Socket Cap. • Up to approx. 8 hours of time exposure are possi- ble with ne[...]

ABOUT EXPOSURE COMPENSA TION 52 ADV ANCED OPERA TIONS 12 Purpose The exposure compensation allows you to deliberately overexposure (brighten) or underexposure (darken) a subject, or to compensate for difficult lighting conditions which may fool the camera ’ s built-in exposure meter . T o set 1. T urn the exposure compensation dial to the desired[...]

AUT O BRACKETING EXPOSURE MODE 53 ADV ANCED OPERA TIONS 12 When you take a picture that requires exposure compen- sation and it may be difficult to determine the correct exposure, use this mode to make three different bracket- ed exposures with different exposure levels. Selection of auto bracketing amount. The auto bracketing amount can be selecte[...]

54 1. Set the auto bracketing selector to the desired exposure compensation value. 2. Press the shutter release button fully . Three pic- tures are taken consecutively according to the auto-bracketing switch you have set. • Three pictures are taken consecutively as follows. First picture: Correct exposure Second picture: Underexposure Third pictu[...]

SWITCHING THE METERING MODE 55 ADV ANCED OPERA TIONS The Spot metering or center weighted metering mode can also be selected in this camera. Select the desired metering mode with the metering mode selector . Using the Center-Weighted Metering Mode This metering system does not automatically com- pensate for backlit or spotlit scenes like the Multi([...]

56 ADV ANCED OPERA TIONS 12 Using the Spot Metering Mode The Spot Metering Mode measures light only in the small area in the center of the viewfinder . T o set 1. Set the metering mode selector to [ ]. 2. Measure the small area of the viewfinder as illustrated. • If the brightness range between area in the photo- graph is too great, the exposure [...]

USING AE LOCK 57 ADV ANCED OPERA TIONS The AE lock function enables an exposure level to be memorized before shooting. The AE lock func- tion is very effective when used along with spot metering. Use the AE lock function to get a correct exposure when the subject occupies only a small part of the viewfinder . Position the area to be measured in the[...]

SETTING THE FOCUS MODE SWITCH T O THE CONTINUOUS POSITION 58 ADV ANCED OPERA TIONS If the shutter release button is held at the halfway position, the lens focuses continuously to follow the subject. The shutter can be released even if the subject is out of focus. Set the focus mode switch to [ C ]. Predictive Autofocus Mode When the camera senses s[...]

USING THE SPOT AF MODE 59 ADV ANCED OPERA TIONS 12 Select the Spot AF Mode to critically focus on a specific spot of the subject which is in the spot AF autofocus frame. How to focus 1. Set the AF frame selector to [ ]. 2. Focus on the main subject with the Sopt AF frame. • When the main subject is off the Spot AF frame, use the focus-lock techni[...]

FOCUS LOCK FUNCTION 60 ADV ANCED OPERA TIONS 13 2 In the Spot Metering Mode, the camera focuses with the spot metering / focusing area of the viewfinder . If you shoot without positioning the spot metering / focusing area on the main subject, the main subject will not be focused properly . Set the AF frame selector to [ ]. 1. When the composition d[...]

MANUAL FOCUSING 61 ADV ANCED OPERA TIONS 12 3 Using the in - focus indicator How to focus 1. Set the lens in the manual focus mode. • Switching between the autofocus and manual focus modes depends on the lens you use. For more details, read the operating manual of the lens. 2. While looking through the viewfinder , turn the focusing ring to the r[...]

62 • The camera is not equipped with the focus mode selector . • When the subject comes into focus, the focus indi- cator [ ] lights up in the viewfinder . An audible PCV signal can be heard if the main switch is set to the [ ] position. When the autofocus mode or the in-focus indi- cator is unsuited for focusing When the autofocus function or [...]

63 ADV ANCED OPERA TIONS HARD-TO-AUT OFOCUS SUBJECTS The autofocus system is highly precise, but not per- fect. Depending on the brightness, contrast, shape, and size of your subject, the autofocus system may not operate. In such a case, use the focus-lock technique (see page 60.) on another subject that is the same distance away , or set the lens [...]

IMPRINTING THE EXPOSURE DA T A ON THE NEGA TIVE 64 ADV ANCED OPERA TIONS If a 645 A- or F A lens (autofocus lens) is attached, the camera imprints the following exposure data direct- ly on the negative, outside of the picture frame with each exposure. q Characters w Number of Films e Number of Frames r Exposure Mode t Shutter Speed y Aperture Setti[...]

65 Imprinted description Characters Number of films Number of frames Exposure mode Shutter speed Aperture setting Exposure compensation value Auto bracketing Metering mode AE lock Flash status Focal length of lens Focus mode Autofocus mode AF area Focus point Film speed Capital letter [A to G] is imprinted to identify the camera. [ 1 - 199 ] can be[...]

66 ADV ANCED OPERA TIONS 12 T o set 1. Set the exposure compensation dial to [ D ]. [ D ] will be displayed on the LCD panel. 2. Press up/down button repeatedly until [ on ] appears on the LCD panel. If [ ] is displayed on the LCD panel, the exposure data will be imprinted on the negative. • With a 645 A- lens attached, the exposure data but not [...]

67 ADV ANCED OPERA TIONS 12 2. Set the exposure compensation dial to [ D ]. 3. Depress the up/down button repeatedly to display [ OFF ] on the LCD panel. • T o return to the Exposure Data Imprint Mode, repeat the above step and [ on ] will reappear on the LCD panel. T o cancel the Exposure Data Imprint Mode 1. T urn the power ON. 645N II-body 01.[...]

USING A PENT AX DEDICA TED EXTERNAL FLASH 68 Using the TTL Auto Flash 1. Remove the hot shoe cover and attach a Pentax dedicated flash unit. 2. T urn the flash ON. 3. Set the flash to TTL Auto mode. 4. Confirm that the flash is fully charged. 5. Focus on the subject and release the shutter . Auto Bracketing Exposure mode with a Pentax TTL dedicated[...]

69 AF500FTZ, AF330FTZ and AF360FGZ • These flash units feature a built-in infrared spotbeam to assist the autofocus system in dim light and low-contrast conditions. • The auto zoom function will automatically adjust the angle of discharge according to the lens focal length only when a 645 F A lens is in use. • The AF500FTZ and AF360FGZ featur[...]

70 ADV ANCED OPERA TIONS • When using the Three-Level Auto (red, green, and yellow settings) mode, the aperture value is adjusted as shown in the table. When the flash is fully charged, the shutter speed also varies within the shutter speed range of 1/60 to a slower speed which does not cause camera shake. The slowest shutter speed varies accordi[...]

Overview of Flash Function 71 ADV ANCED OPERA TIONS CAMERA FUNCTION TYPE A TYPE B TYPE C TYPE D After the flash is charged, the camera automatically switches to the flash-sync speed. Automatic aperture setting in the Programmed AE Mode or Shutter-Priority AE mode. Flash confirmation signal in the viewfinder TTL auto flash Auto flash Slow-speed sync[...]

DA YLIGHT - SYNC SHOOTING 72 ADV ANCED OPERA TIONS Without Daylight-Sync With Daylight-Sync Purpose When taking a portrait in daylight, the subject ’ s face may be cast in shadow . The use of a flash will help eliminate the unwanted shadow . Daylight-sync photography is accomplished in the same manner as normal flash photography , so you simply d[...]

SLOW -SPEED-SYNC SHOOTING 73 Purpose It is possible to balance the exposure of a fore- ground subject against a dimly lit background by using the flash to properly expose the foreground subject and a slow-shutter-speed to expose the low light background. T o set With the Metered Manual Mode set 1. T urn the flash on. 2. Set the camera ’ s exposur[...]

USING THE PREVIEW LEVER 74 ADV ANCED OPERA TIONS 12 T o confirm the depth of field in the viewfinder , depress the preview lever . 1. T urn the lens aperture ring a position other than the [ A ] position. 2. Depress the preview lever . The aperture will stop down to the preset value, and the depth- of-field can be confirmed through the viewfinder .[...]

MIRROR LOCK-UP 75 This camera is equipped with a mirror lock-up facility . T o set 1. Set the drive mode selector to [ M. UP ]. 2. Press the shutter release button fully to swing up the mirror . 3. Press the shutter release button again. The shutter is released. • The exposure is locked just before the mirror goes up. • The audible PCV signal ?[...]

PENT AX FUNCTIONS 76 SETTING PENT AX FUNCTIONS The camera provides 10 Pentax Functions so you can set the camera accordingly to your preferences. T o set: 1. T urn on the camera. Set the exposure compensation dial to [ PF ]. • Function No. and setting content will be displayed on the LCD panel. 2. Press the up or down button to display the Pentax[...]

77 Resetting the Pentax Function T o reset all the Pentax Functions to the initial settings in the following procedures. 1. Set the exposure compensation dial to [ PF ]. 2. Hold down the up and button at the same time for more than 2 seconds. [ CL ] will be displayed on the LCD panel and all Pentax Functions are reset to initial setting. ADV ANCED [...]

SETTING PENT AX FUNCTION 78 [PF 0] Imprinting the character (capital letters A – G) If the imprinting is enabled, a capital letter can be imprinted on the negative. If the user has more than two cameras a different let- ter can be set to identify the negatives from each cam- era. Pentax Function No. 0 [PF 1] Setting the shutter speed step For use[...]

79 [PF 4] Setting the self-timer delay time The self-timer delay time can be set to 12 sec. or 2 sec. If the 2 sec. self-timer is set, the mirror is locked- up when the shutter release button is pressed and the shutter will be released after 2 seconds. Pentax Function No. 4 Self-timer delay of 12 sec. (initial setting) Self-timer delay of 2 sec. wi[...]

80 [PF 6] Enabling/disabling the program line for shift- ing. The program line of Programmed AE Mode can be shifted according to your shooting preferences. Pentax Function No.6 Disabling the programmed line shift (initial setting) Enabling the programmed line shift With the programmed line shift is enabled The programmed line is shifted 0.5EV step [...]

81 How to display Hold the auto bracketing selector to [ STEP ] position. The total number of films taken and the current exposure counter are displayed in the viewfinder . ADV ANCED OPERA TIONS Number of films Number of frames [PF 8] Enabling/disabling displaying of the number of films taken and frame counter in the viewfinder The number of films [...]

82 LCD panel indication Setting contents 15 or 32 frames (initial setting) With 120 film holder ... 15 frames With 220 film holder ... 32 frames 16 or 33 frames With 120 film holder ... 16 frames With 220 film holder ... 33 frames With 120 film back attached With 220 film attached [ PF 9 ] Changing the number of frames taken Changes the maximum fra[...]

ACCESSORIES (OPTIONAL) 83 A number of dedicated accessories are available for this camera. • Cable Switch CS-105/CS-130 A shutter release cord designed for use with the 645 N 2 and MZ-S. The length of cable for CS-105 is 50cm and CS-130 is 3m. • Release Timer Switch TS-1 10 645 N 2 and MZ-S dedicated shutter release device for interval and time[...]

84 ADV ANCED OPERA TIONS AS-80 (AF Center Spot Matte) The standard focusing screen for general photogra- phy . AB-82 (AF Sprit-Image Matte) Matte screen with the sprit image. AG-80 (AF Cross-Lined Matte) Designed to guide picture compositions. The sec- tional lines for horizontal and vertical are graduated in 9mm. AA-82 (AF Microprism Matte) For ge[...]

85 ADV ANCED OPERA TIONS Notes on Accessories When using an ordinary polarizing filter , a half mir- ror incorporated into the autofocus system reduces the effectiveness of the autofocus function when used in combination with an ordinary polarizing fil- ter . Use a CIRCULAR POLARIZING FIL TER for proper autofocus operation. Double Cable Release •[...]

Symptoms Causes Remedies Reference TROUBLESHOOTING 86 OTHERS The shutter cannot be released. The exposure counter does not indicate [ ]. Indicators do not appear on the LCD panel. The camera does not focus. The last frame is exposed and wound onto the take-up spool. The main switch is set to [ OFF ]. The battery warning [ ] appears. The self-timer [...]

OTHERS 87 Symptoms Causes Remedies Reference The subject is too close or difficult to autofocus. The camera may be defective. Use the focus-lock technique or focus manually using the matte field. • Press the mid-roll wind-up button to wind the film, then consult your Pentax distributor or authorized Pentax repair shop. • [ ] indication stays on[...]

SPECIFICA TIONS 88 T ype: ––––––––––––––– TTL autofocus, auto-exposure 6 x 4.5 format SLR camera Format: ––––––––––––– 56 x 41.5mm Usable Film: ––––––––– 120 roll film (16 exposures) with 120 film holder , 220 roll film (33 exposures) with 220 film holder and 70mm roll film ([...]

Film Loading: –––––––– 120 and 220 films semi-automatically loaded with a start mark, 70mm film automatically loaded Film Winding: –––––––– Auto film winding by built-in motor with single/consecutive mode, Approx.2.0 frames/sec.(consecutive mode) Exposure Meter: –––––– TTL dual six-segment metering, Meter[...]

W ARRANTY POLICY 90 All Pentax cameras purchased through authorized bona fide photographic distribution channels are guaranteed against defects of material or workmanship for a period of twelve months from date of purchase. Service will be rendered, and defective parts will be replaced without cost to you within that period, provided the equipment [...]

Procedure During 12-month W arranty Period. Any Pentax which proves defective during the 12-month warranty period should be returned to the dealer from whom you purchased the equipment or to the manufacturer . If there is no repre- sentatives of the manufacturer in your country , send the equipment to the manufacturer , with postage prepaid. In thi[...]

92 OTHERS In any case, however , shipping charges and customs clearance fees to be borne by the sender . T o prove the date of your purchase when required, please keep the receipt or bills covering the purchase of your equipment for at least a year . Before sending your equipment for servicing, please make sure that you are sending it to the manufa[...]

ST A TEMENT OF FCC COMPLIANCE OTHERS 93 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two con- ditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful inter- ference, and (2) this device must accept any inter- ference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not[...]

Welcome to the Fantastic W orld of Pentax Autofocus Multi-Mode Medium Format Photography The Pentax 645 N 2 , our latest development in the area of the medium format SLR, promises a superior 6 x 4.5cm result with 120, 220, or 70mm film. Made possible through our vast experience and technology accumulated over the years, the new autofocus multi-mode[...]

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Copyright © Asahi Optical Co.Ltd. 2001 57250 ENG This operating manual is printed on recycled paper . 01-200109 Printed in Japan The CE marking assures that this product complies with the requirements of the EC directive for safety . Asahi Optical Co., Ltd. 2-36-9, Maeno-cho, Itabashi-ku, T okyo 174-8639, JAP AN (http://www.pentax.co.jp) Pentax Gm[...]