Mamiya RZ67 PRO II - Manual (Page 36)

Flash Photography • Using a Tripod
CAUTION
• As long as a cable release remains attached to
the Mirror Lock-up Socket, the camera is set for
mirror lock-up operation.
Consequently, it will not be possible to take a
photography by merely pressing the shutter
release button.
• It the red line around the Mirror Lock-up Socket
is still visible when the cable release is removed,
the camera is still set for mirror lockup operation.
If such is the case, reattach the cable release,
making sure that the socket retracts as you
remove it once again.
• The shutter should be released with the cable
release within 55 seconds of pressing the Shutter
Release Button. If this is not done, the alarm will
sound after 55 seconds later and continue for 5
seconds before stopping.
• If you release the shutter with the cable release
after the alarm stops (approx. 60 seconds), the
shutter speed will be 1/400sec. If you wish to use
a shutter speed other than 1/400 sec. after the
buzzer stops, follow the procedure for multiple
exposure in the steps given below.
1. Set the R-M lever to "M" (multiple
exposure),and press down the cocking lever.
2. Set the shutter speed dial to a desired speed
and perform "mirror lock-up".
3. Reset the R-M lever to its normal position.
Attaching Flash Units
Compact, clip-on units can be attached
directly to the Hot-Shoe of the camera.
When using large, grip-type units, attach
the sync cord of the flash to the Flash Sync
Terminal (X-sync) of the lens.
• When the Mamiya MZ36R Flash is used, a
green monitor lamp will glow, indicating that
battery charging has been accomplished.
Determining the Aperture
When using automatic flash units, refer to
the instructions of the particular flash units for
the correct apertures to use.
When using a manual electronic flash unit
or flash bulbs, the guide number (G.N)
divided by the subject distance gives the
correct aperture to use.
NOTE:
Flash time, recharging time and synchro
polarity differ depending on the type of flash
unit. Check performance by taking test
photographs.
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Using a Tripod
For optimum quality, use of a large, sturdy
tripod is recommended.
The Tripod Socket will accept standard
size (U 1/4" thread) tripod screws without
modification. Simply attach the RZ 67 as you
would any other camera with standard
threads.
When using a tripod with a 3/8" screw, first
remove the small screw in the base of the
Tripod Socket of the camera by rotating it
counterclockwise with an appropriately sized
screwdriver. Next, use a coin to remove the
1/4" adapter “A” from the Tripod Socket by
rotating it counterclockwise. The camera can
then be mounted on a 3/8" screw tripod.