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Congratulations on your purchase

of a Mamiya RZ67 PRO II

The Mamiya RZ67 PRO II is the latest and most advanced model

of Mamiya's famous 6 x 7 cm SLR camera series, distinguished by

their Revolving Back and rack and pinion Bellows Focusing.The result of Mamiya's long experience and accomplishments in

the professional medium format camera field, it combinesmechanical perfection with the latest opto-electronic technology.

Complimented by its large selection of world-class Mamiya lenses

and many other system accessories, the RZ67 has become thecamera of choice of the world's top photographers.

The RZ67 PRO II is a versatile camera, ideally suited for many

photographic applications, including commercial, portrait, fashion,industrial, nature and scientific photography.

In order to take full advantage of its capabilities and to insure

proper operation, please read this instruction manual carefullybefore you use your new camera.



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Contents

Special Features of the Mamiya RZ67 PRO II ..............2 The Revolving Back ............................................................. 29

Nomenclature and Functions ...........................................4 Distance Scale Depth-of-Field ........................................30

Mamiya RZ67 PRO II Specifications ............................10 Long Exposures ...................................................................31

Inserting the Battery ........................................................11 Multiple Exposures Infrared Photography ..................... 32

Attaching / Removing Lenses ........................................12 Mirror Lock-up Operation ....................................................33

Using the Waist-Level Finder ......................................... 14 Flash Photography Using a Tripod ................................. 34

Interchanging the Focusing Screen ..............................16 Close-up Photography ........................................................35

Releasing the Shutter ....................................................17 Attaching a Lens with

Shutter Speed and Aperture ..........................................21 Shutter Released or Mirror Raised ...................................36

The Roll Film Holder ........................................................22 Camera Back Lock System ................................................37

Loading the Film Holder ..................................................24 How to Use the Carrying Strap ..........................................38

Taking Photographs ........................................................27 Troubleshooting ...................................................................39

Unloading Exposed Film ................................................. 27 Using RB Series Lenses and Accessories ......................40

Focusing and Locking the Focusing Knob ...................28 Care of the Camera .............................................................41

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Special Features of the Mamiya RZ67 PRO II

1.The Ideal FormatThe 6x7 cm format is called the ideal format because it

enlarges to the standard 8x10" paper size without cropping,

hus utilizing the entire image area. The 6x7 format of the RZPRO II (actual image size is 56x69.5mm) is almost 5x largerhan a 35mm frame and offers far superior image quality for

enlargement or full page magazine reproduction. 6x7ransparencies can be viewed on the light table without

magnifiers.

2. Mamiya Revolving Back with AutomaticFinder Masking

With a flip of the wrist, the Revolving Back-a Mamiyaexclusive among 6x7 SLRs-can be rotated for horizontal orvertical format without changing the optical axis. At the sameime it also automatically changes the masking frame in theinder to match the format. Other cameras require removing

and reattaching film holders when changing format or havingo turn the camera on its side which complicates viewing and

operation.

3.Rack and Pinion Bellows FocusingBellows focusing, another great advantage, permits pre

focusing with the left or right hand and also features a folock lever. The RZ PRO II has an additional micro focus for precise fine focusing. The camera bellows eliminateextra costs of equipping each lens with a helical focumount and permits close-up photography without cattachments. (The closest focusing distance of the 110mmis 31.3cm, the 65mm wide angle lens 8.5cm and the 180m84.5cm).

4.World-Class Mamiya LensesMamiya world-class lens quality is a major reason for th

reputation of Mamiya camera. Mamiya operates its modern optical design, engineering and manufacturing pand accepts undivided responsibility for the peperformance of its cameras and lenses. The RZ67 PRcamera features a large diameter 61mm lens mount wmakes it possible to design a variety of high performalenses, such as APO, Shift and Zoom.

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5. Bright, Interchangeable Finders andFocusing Screens

A Waist Level Finder FW702 with self-erecting focusing hoodand magnifier is factory supplied with each camera.

The eye-level AE Prism Finder FE701 is an importantaccessory. It features three-way metering (average, spot orauto shift) and computerized, aperture-priority shutter control,compatible with the intermediate shutter speeds. It can alsobe operated manually. Exposure compensation to +/- 3EV andAE Lock are other features. All RB67 finders can also beused.

6. Interchangeable Film Holders with MaximumFilm Flatness.

Available for 120 or 220 films and made in 6x7, 6x6 and6x4.5 formats. Also Polaroid holder. The film holders can bequickly interchanged, even in mid-roll. Two film counterwindows permit easy reading as film holders are rotated oncameras' revolving back.Dark slide storage drawer is another feature.

7.Electronic InterfaceThe ISOfilm speed dial is located on the film holders and

interfaces electronically, through gold plated contacts, wthe camera body, AE Prism Finder FE701 and RZ lensYou set the dial when you load the film and never haveworry about correct meter indexing.

8.Mirror Lock-up operationLocking the mirror in the up position eliminates possible vibrations and is especially important in close-and telephoto work, when slow shutter speeds are requir

9.Multiple ExposuresMultiple exposures are easy with a flip of a switch.

removal of film holder is required.

10.New Features Modern, functional design Rugged interior mechanisms Intermediate shutter speeds Micro focusing knob. Roll Film Holders with dual exposure counters "RBL" shutter speed dial setting when using RB67 lense

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Nomenclature and Functions

Body

R-M LeverFor normal operation, lever isaligned with center index mark."M": For making Multiple Expo-

sures set it to "M". This will dis-engage the film transport whencocking the shutter. Do not for-get to return it to center posi-tion afterwards. This setting isalso used to exercise the cam-era without film.

"R": Turning the lever to "R" un-locks and permits rotating theRevolving Back.

Cocking LeverIn a single operation this lever ad-vances the film, cocks the shutter,and sets the mirror. For properoperation, be sure to push thelever completely down.

Distance ScaleA single scale indicating distancein meters and feet is used for alllenses.

Focal Length ScaleCurved lines representing most fo-cal lengths appear on this scale.The point at which the appropriatefocal length curve intersects theDistance Graduation indicates thedistance focused upon by the lens.

Dual Focusing KnobFor regular and fine focusing.

Release Button CollarFor normal operation the white dot (K) on the Release But-ton Collar is kept aligned with the white dot on the CollarStop Lever. Aligning the white dot of the collar with the reddot on the camera body locks the Shutter Release Button.Aligning the collar with the orange dot makes it possible tooperate the shutter at approximately 1/400 sec. withoutbatteries in the camera.

Collar Stop LeverThis safety feature prevents theRelease Button Collar frombeing rotated to the orange dotuntil the Collar Stop Lever is firsdepressed.

Shutter Release Button

Auxiliary Electronic ShutteRelease ContactsSliding the cover upwards reveits contacts.

MirrorDo not touch the mirror under acircumstances.

Lens Alignment Dot

Gold Plated ContactsInterface AE Prism Finder electronically with camera, lens andfilm holder.When using an RB67 PD PrismFinder or PD Magnifying Findeon the RZ PROII, be sure to firsattach the small plastic coverwhich comes packed with the RZPROII, over the contacts. (See

instructions packed with cover)

Focusing ScreenThe visible field of the focusingscreen automatically changesfrom vertical to horizontal format,or vice-versa, as the revolvingback is rotated. The screen it selfis also interchangeable.



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Shutter Speed DialSpeeds from 8 to 1/400 sec.Between 4 and 1/250 sec. thereare intermediate settings with clickstops. When set to "AEL" or "RBL"dial is locked. To release presscenter button. (See page 21)

Carrying Strap Lug

Lock Release Button

Hot-Shoe

Focusing Knob Lock Lever

Winder Coupler Cover

Tripod SocketThe socket has standard U 1/4"threads which can be removedand converted to a 3/8" socket. Contacts for Power Winder

Battery Chamber CoverThe camera use a 6 V alkaline osilver oxide battery.

Film Holder Mount PinOne of four.

Light BaffleTo avoid damaging the baffleand camera, do not touch.

Film Advance CouplerThe central pin transmits a signto the film holder which disen-gages the film advance-stop anactivates the multiple exposureprevention mechanism.

Revolving RingIts small orange circle clicks intoplace and must always bealigned with the orange indexmarks in the 12 o'clock or 3o'clock positions.

Alignment Mark



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Waist-Level Finder

Magnifier ReleaseTo raise the magnifier, push theMagnifier Release to the left.

Magnifierterchangeable with other magni-

ers in various diopter strengths.

Finder Release ButtonTo remove the finder, Push in onboth (right and left) releasebuttons and lift the finder offcamera body.

Finder Catch

Roll Film Holder

Alignment Mark

Dark Slide Release Pin

Holder Lock PinThe upper and lower holder lopins prevent the holder fromcoming off position whenmounted on the camera body

Film Advance Knob

Dual Exposure Counter

Features vertical and horizonwindows.

Memo ClipHolds the film box top as a filmtype reminder or a memo.

Dark Slide Storage Slot



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Film Speed DialUsed to set the ISO speed ofthe film used.

Spool Release PinsDepress these pins to insert orremove film.

Film Spool StudA new roll of film is loaded onthis stud with the paper leaderpulled over the roller in thedirection indicated by the dottedline and arrow which appearsaround the stud.

Start MarkThe start mark on the backingpaper must be aligned with thismark.

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Take-up SpoolAfter removing an exposed roof film, place the empty spool this position.

Holder Lock LeverShould one inadvertently atteto remove the Film Holder witfirst inserting the Dark Slide, Holder Lock Lever will not unlthereby preventing accidentaposure of the film.

Lock Release LeverUse this lever when removingthe roll film holder when thedark slide has been pulled out

Dark SlideA safety feature prevents thshutter from being releasunless the Dark Slide is fi

removed. Make it a habit to firemove the Dark Slide befoattempting to take a photograp

Back Cover Latch



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Lens

Flash Sync Terminal (X-sync)

Knob for turning Depth ofField Calculating RingCan be set for meters or feet.

Depth-of-Field Preview

Time Exposure Lever

Mirror Lock-up CableRelease SocketTo lock mirror up for vibration freephotography follow this sequence:

Camera mirror and lens is incocked position. Screw a cablerelease into this socket. You willnotice that a chrome collar risesand shows a red ring. Depress thebody release. This will now onlymove the mirror up and hold itthere. Now fire shutter with cablerelease.

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Bayonet RingThe Bayonet Ring is a breemount which secures the lens the camera body. As a safefeature, the lens can not removed from the camera bounless the mirror is set (lowerethereby assisting the Light Bafin shielding the film from light.

Depth-of-Field Scale

Lens Distance Scale

Aperture Ring

Shutter Lock PinIf a lens is not to be used overprolonged period, it is desirabto store it with the shutt

released. In order to release tshutter of a lens which has beremoved from the camera bodrotate the Shutter Cocking Piclockwise while depressing thShutter Lock Pin.

Cocking Position Marks

Shutter Cocking PinsWhen manually cocking thshutter, be sure to rotate thShutter Cocking Pins as far athey will go (i.e.. to the red dot)



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Mami a RZ67 PRO II S ecifications

Camera Type :6 X 7 cm roll film SLR with lens shutter.Film Holder :120 Roll Film Holder HA703 ---the standard holder

220 Roll Film Holder HB702 ] interchangeable6x4.5 120 Roll Film Holder RZPolaroid Pack Film Holder HP702

Film type :120 film (120 Roll Film Holder HA703) (10 exposure) /120 film(6x4.5 120 Roll Film Holder RZ) (15 exposures) /220 film (220Roll Film Holder HB702) (20 exposure) / Instant film (PolaroidPack Film Holder HP702)

Negative size:6x7 cm format: 56x69.5 mm / 6x4.5 cm format: 56x41.5 mm /Polaroid Pack: 70x70 mm

Revolving Back: Theback revolves 90to change from the horizontal tovertical format or vice versa. Viewfinder format automatically

changes as back revolves.Lens Mount :Special bayonet mount (with built-in safety lock)Lens type :110mm f/2.8---the Standard Lenses/ Interchangeable RZ

lenses/Interchangeable lenses for the RB can also be used.Shutter :Seiko #1 electronic shutterShutter release: Bodyshutter release plus electronic shutter release contacts.Shutter speed:1/400-8sec. (with intermediate speeds), B, T (mechanical) /

RBL (when the RB lens used) and AEF (when the AE PrismFinders used) positions / Mechanical shutter of 1/400 sec.usable.

Sync operation: withflash sync terminal (X-sync) on lens or hot shoe.Multiple exposure: possible by means of R-M lever.Focusing Screen: TypeA Matte is the standard / Focusing screens for the RZ

are interchangeable.Viewfinder :Waist-Level Finder FW702 is the standard interchangeable with

the AE Prism Finder FE701 / Finders for the RZ and RB can also

be used.Percentage of the field of view visible:95% This information is based on a

linear (horizontal / vertical) measurement.Film Transport:Asingle 114stroke of the Cocking Lever advances the film

and Exposure Counter, sets the Mirror and Light Baffle, and

cocks the shutter.

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Specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice.

Focusing Method: TheRack and pinion focusing extends the built-in bellows

up to a maximum of 46 mm /Equipped with a Focusing Knoband Lock Lever/ With subject distance and exposure factorindications.

Winder :RZ Winder II (RZ Winder I cannot be used)Cable release contact:Theshutter can be released by mean of a cable

release connected to a contact on the camera body / Remotecontrol is possible by means of a receiver connected to thesame contact.

Battery Type: Onealkaline-manganese battery (4LR44) or silver oxide Bat-tery (4SR44) to operate the body / Six AA size Ni-Cdbatteries or one special AC adapter (DC9V) for driving the win

Safety features (in normal shutter release operation): Viewfinder display (by LEDs and pictorial symbols):

Warning on incomplete cocking lever setting / Warning on fato pull out the dark slide / Battery check.

Electronic alarm sound when : The shutter speed dial is at the "RBL" positio

when an RZ lens is used /The shutter dial is at the "AEF" posiwhen the AE Prism Finder is removed / The shutter speed diaany other position than "RBL" when no lens is mounted or an lens is mounted on the camera / The battery power has dropp

Release locked when : The cocking lever has been set incompletely / Theslide has not been pulled out / The shutter speed dial is a"RBL" position when an RZ lens is used /The shutter speed d

at the "AEF" position when the AE Prism Finder is removed /shutter speed dial is at any other position than "RBL" when is no lens on the body or an RB lens is mounted on the came

Dimensions :108 mm (width) X133.4 mm (height) X 211.5 mm (length).Weight :2,490g when the body (1,350g) (with Waist-Level Finder), 120

Roll Film Holder (530g) and 110 mm f/2.8 lens (610g) arecombined.



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Inserting the Battery

Because the Mamiya RZ67 Pro-II does notfunction properly without a battery, be sure toload one into the Battery Chamber beforeattempting to use the camera.

The camera uses one of either of the fol-lowing batteries:

4LR44 (6V alkaline manganese battery)4SR44 (6V silver oxide battery)

1. Pull the finger catch on the BatteryChamber Cover in the direction of the arrow-head to open it.

2. Insert the battery into the chamber takingcare to match the + -poles of the batterywith those shown in the diagram found inthe chamber: match the -pole first. Futureextraction and replacement of the batterywill be simplified if the Battery Removal

Ribbon is placed under and over the battery.Be careful though not to block the + - poleswith the ribbon.

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Even if battery power is depleted, alignithe Release Button Collar with the orange dwill make it possible to release the shutterapproximately 1/400 sec.

CAUTION:

1. Since the battery that comes with the caera was packed at the time of shipment, power may be depleted sooner than that ofresh battery. Therefore, please buy a nbattery at your earliest convenience.2. Be sure to match the poles of the battewith those shown in the diagram in the chaber.3. Carefully wipe the contacts of the battebefore insetting it into the chamber. Failuredo so could result in poor electrical contaand cause erratic functioning of the camer4. When not using the camera for a lonperiod of time, remove the battery and storin a dry, cool place.5. Battery life varies considerably in accdance with the following factors: battery tyfreshness of the battery when purchased, conditions under which the battery was stobefore purchase and how it is stored afpurchase, temperature at the time of use aservice frequency.6. Silver oxide batteries have a longer battlife than alkaline batteries.



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Attaching / Removing Lenses

Attaching Lenses Attaching the Lens

Before attaching a lens to the camera body,the mirror in the body must be set in thedown position and the shutter of the lenscocked.

Setting the Mirror1. Remove the Body Cap from the camera.2. Make sure the mirror is set (lowered). Ifthe mirror is in the up position, lower it bypushing the Cocking Lever as far as it will gotoward the front of the camera body.

Cocking the Lens Shutter1. Remove the Rear Lens Cap by rotatingthe bayonet ring clockwise.2. If the lens shutter is not cocked, firmly ro-tate the Shutter Cocking Pins as far as they

will go to the red dot A.

Moving the Shutter Cocking Pins only as faras the green dot will result in incompleteshutter cocking. Be sure to rotate them as faras the red dot. Whenever a lens is removed from thecamera body, it is already cocked.

1. With the front of the lens facing you, ro-tate the Bayonet Ring counterclockwise asfar as it will go (the white dot on theBayonet Ring will be aligned with thecentral index on the lens mount).2. Seat the lens on the camera body withthe red index line on the lens mount facingthe red alignment dot of the camera body.Next, rotate the Bayonet Ring of the lensfirmly in a clockwise direction, securing thelens to the camera body.

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Removing the Lens

1. Push the Cocking Lever of the camerabody completely down, which will set themirror and cock the lens shutter.2. Rotate the Bayonet Ring of the lenscounterclockwise as far as it will go (thewhite dot on Bayonet Ring will align with

central red index line of lens) and removethe lens.

If you try to rotate the Bayonet Ringcounterclockwise without first depressingthe Cocking Lever of the camera body, themovement of the ring will be blocked,making it impossible to remove the lens.This safety feature assures that the mirrormust always be lowered whenever the lensis removed, thereby assisting the LightBaffle in shielding the film from light.

To release the shutter on a lens which hasbeen removed from the camera body, rotatethe shutter cocking pins B clockwise as faras they will go, while depressing the shutterlock pin A.

CAUTION:When attaching/removing the lens, be sunot to rest the camera on its back unlessther a roll film holder or the back protectcover is attached. This is necessary to pvent damage to its various spring load

function pins.



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Using the Waist-Level Finder

Raising the Finder Raising the Magnifier Lowering the Magnifier

Merely lift the back of the Finder until itopens completely.

Slide the Magnifier Release slightly to theleft and the Magnifier will pop up into posi-tion.

Gently push the base plate of the Mafier all the way down until it locks in pla

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Folding the Finder Removin /Attachin the Finder

After lowering the Magnifier, gentlysqueeze the right and left panels of thefinder together while closing it.

Removing the FinderTo remove the Finder, push the right and

left release buttons towards the rear of theFinder and while holding them in, lift thefront of the Finder.

These release buttons are equipped witha safety mechanism so that they cannot be

removed merely by pushing them from theright or left side.

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Attaching the FinderTo attach the Finder, slide the Finde

Catches into the groove of the cameraand while holding in both Finder Releastons, seat the front of the finder on the body. The finder will lock in place aftering pressure from on the Release Butt



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Interchanging the Focusing Screen

Interchanging the Magnifier Removing the Focusing Screen

To remove the Magnifier, gently squeezehe magnifier frame with the sides of the finderand rotate the Magnifier counterclockwise.

To attach the Magnifier, align the white doton the Magnifier frame, and rotate the Magni-ier clockwise.

The Magnifier is interchangeable. In additiono the standard (-1.5 diopter) lens, +1, 0, -1,2 and -3 diopter lenses are also available.

Please note that plus lenses are forar-sighted and minus lenses are fornear-sighted individuals.

Focusing ScreensThere are seven instantly interchangeable

focusing screens to choose from, each de-signed for specific applications.

Removing a Focusing ScreenAfter removing the focusing hood, lift upand remove the screen by grasping the lug onthe right-hand side (as viewed from the backof the camera). To replace a screen, gentlylower the left-hand side of the screen (asseen from the camera back), followed by theright-hand side, and lightly snap screen intoplace.

CAUTIONWhen removing screens, exercise care not totouch the vertical and horizontal formatviewfinder masks.

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Releasing the Shutter

It is best to become acquainted with themethod of releasing the shutter beforeusing film in the camera.

1. Rotate the Release Button Collar unt

the white dot on it is aligned with theone immediately below (on the CollaStop Lever).

2. Remove the Dark Slide.

3. Set the R-M Lever to the "M"(multiple exposure) position.

4. Set the shutter speed dial to anspeed except "AEF" and "RBL".

5. Push the Cocking Lever all the waydown.

6. Press the Shutter Release Button.

* The first 4 steps can be done in any orderAfter you are thoroughly familiar with theabove steps, return the RM Lever to itsnormal setting (the center position).



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Using the Release Button Collar

1. For normal operation, align the white squareB on the Release Button Collar A with thewhite dot on the lever below B. When this isdone, the Shutter Release functions electro-magnetically and the various safety mecha-nisms operate electrically.

2. When the camera is not in use, lock theShutter Release Button. This is done by align-ing the white dot of the Release Button Collarwith the red dot C on the camera body. Bylocking the Shutter Release Button, you notonly prevent unintentional exposure of film,but also prevent accidental battery depletioncaused by pressure on the Release Button.For this reason, be sure to lock the ReleaseButton when carrying the camera in a bag.

*Emergency Shutter OperationIf you were to suddenly find yourself with a

dead battery in the midst of a photographicsession, switch over to the emergency shutteroperation mode. In order to do so, push theCollar Stop lever D toward the camera bodyand while holding it there align the white dot ofthe Release Button Collar with the orange dotE on the camera body. The shutter will nowoperate (even without a battery) at approxi-mately 1/400 sec., regardless of the setting ofthe Shutter Speed Dial.

Because electricity is not being used in theemergency shutter operation mode, theMonitor Lamps in the viewfinder will notilluminate. Moreover, even if the Dark Slide isnot withdrawn, the shutter can still bereleased, so exercise care.

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The R-M Lever

The Normal Position (J)For normal operation of the camera, the RLever should be kept in the center positaligned with the index mark. Setting the leto this position activates the double exposprevention mechanism so that photo afphoto can be taken without fear of accide

double exposures.

Multiple Exposure PositionWhen desiring to make multiple exposuset the R-M Lever to the 'M' position. Wthis is done, pushing down on the CockLever will cock the lens shutter, but will advance the film. Upon completion of multiple exposure, do not forget to return R-M Lever to its normal (center) position. lever can also be set to 'M' when testing shutter without film in the camera.

Revolving Back PositionBefore revolving the back, set the R-M Le

to the "R" position. After this is done, the will automatically return to the normal poswhen the Shutter Release Button or CockLever is next used.



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perat ng t e oc ng ever

When depressing the Cocking Lever, be sure to push it all the wayforward (toward the Shutter Release Button). If the Cocking Lever isnot pressed forward as far as it will go, it will return to its originalposition when released, but the shutter will not be cocked. At such atime, shutter will not operate and an orange warning lamp willilluminate in the viewfinder when the Shutter Release Button isdepressed.

Note:It may happen that when attaching theRoll Film Holder, or after having rotatedthe holder attached to the revolving back,the film advance coupling mechanismsbetween camera and holder may notproperly mesh. In this case the shuttercannot be fired when the release ispressed and the orange warning lamp willlight in the viewfinder.By moving the "M/R" lever to "R" andpushing the cocking lever slightly, thecouplings will mesh and the release but-ton will function again.

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on tor amp an ectron c arn ng oun

The following page will explain the visual and audio signals whare built into the camera and which are designed to assure propeoperation and to prevent mistakes.



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LED Monitor Lamps in Finder

There are three monitor lamps visible on the rearedge of the finder. They will indicate the followingconditions when the shutter release is depressed:

Red Lamp : When it glows it indicates that: The dark slide has not been withdrawn. The camera battery is good.When the dark slide is withdrawn the light will go out. If then the monitor lamp blinks, accompanied bythe electronic warning sound, it shows that the bat-tery is weak and should be replaced.

Orange Lamp: When it glows it indicates that:

The cocking lever has not been advanced or The roll film holder has not been advanced.(Does not apply when in multi exposure "M" mode.)

Green Lamp : When the Metz/Mamiya Interface Module SCA 395is attached to the flash shoe and connected to certainMetz flash units, this LED will glow to indicate that theunit is flash ready.

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Electronic Warning Sounds

If the dark slide is withdrawn, the release is depressedbut the shutter will not fire and a beeping warning soundis heard, the following conditions may exist:

The speed dial is set on "AEF" but: the AE Finder or an RZ lens is not attached. An RB lens is mounted to camera.

Attach an AE Finder and RZ lens, or:Change speed dial away from "AEF" and conform speed dial tomatch lens on camera.(i.e. "RBL" when RB lens is on camera.)

The speed dial is set on "RBL" but: an RZ lens is attached.

Either mount an RB lens, or change shutter speed dial away fr"RBL"

Battery Condition

When the red monitor lamp blinks accompanied by the beepingwarning sound, the battery is low.

Replace the battery.Maximum 1 minute "B" exposure.

When the shutter release is depressed for about 55 sec. warning sound will be heard and the shutter will close aftesec.

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Shutter Speed and Aperture

The Shutter Speed Dial

Select the shutter speed desired and rotatethe Shutter speed Dial until the appropriate fig-ure is aligned with the shutter speed indexmark. Usually, the Shutter Speed Dial must beset to a click-stop position. However, it canalso beset to an intermediate speed. The nu-merals as they appear on the dial and theshutter speeds they represent are shown inthe following table. When the Shutter SpeedDial is set to "B"(bulb), the shutter will remainopen as long as pressure is applied to theShutter Release Button and will close as soonas pressure is released. The AEF mark whichappears on the Shutter Speed Dial is thesetting for the AE Finder.

When set at this position, the dial locks inplace. To unlock it, rotate the dial while de-pressing the Lock Release Button which ap-pears in the center of the dial. The RBL markon the dial is setting for taking photos usingthe RB67 lenses. In other positions the shutterrelease button will not released.

The A erture Rin

To set the diaphragm to a desired ature, rotate the Aperture Ring until thepropriate figure is aligned with the ceindex line. It is perfectly acceptable tothe Aperture Ring at in-between click-settings. When the Shutter Release Buis depressed, the diaphragm will automcally stop down to the preselected apebefore the shutter opens for the expos

Using RB67 Lenses on RZ PRO II BodyAs stated before, the camera speed dialmust set to RBL and the shutter speed onthe lens. In addition you must consider thatthe flange focal distance on RB lenses is111 mm and on RZ lenses 104 mm. There-fore with RB lenses the bellows must bemoved forward by 7 mm to focus on infinity.The distance scales cannot be used. Shut-ter release is identical to RZ lens operation.

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The Roll Film Holder

Attachin the Holder

1. Slide the Holder Lock Lever of the RollFilm Holder completely toward the LockRelease Lever A.

2. Align the orange circle B of the RevolvingRing (found at the rear of the camera) with oneof the two white index marks C or Don thecamera body.3. Hold the Holder so that its orange circle is at

the same position as the one on the Re-volvingRing B and fit the holder onto the cameraback, making sure that the four Camera BackMount Pins fit into the four openings of theholder.

Do not touch the Light Baffle or mirror.Touching the Baffle could result in light leakingin or other malfunction.

4. Lock the holder to the camera body moving the Slide Lock as far as it will go indicated by the arrow. Make sure that the holder securely coupwith the camera body; otherwise light m

leak in and cause film damage.Because of the revolving back featuattaching the roll film holder to the camerequires a little practice. We find that a gomethod is to place the bottom edge of tholder against the bottom edge of the bod(preferably while resting on a flat surfacletting the top of the holder leave a sliggap, permitting you look down and to matthe two bottom mounting pins of trevolving back to the corresponding holesthe holder.

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Removing the Holder

Insert the Dark Slide into the Roll FilmHolder. For instant recognition, the Dark SlideSlot is bordered by white reference lines. TheFilm Holder can be removed after moving theHolder Lock Lever as far as it will go towardhe Lock Release Lever A. It isecommended that you remove the holder on aable or similar support, or in your lap, to avoidhe possibility of dropping the holder or havingfall off the camera.If you attempt to remove the holder without

eplacing the Dark Slide, the Holder LockLever will automatically lock in place,preventing accidental removal of the holderand exposure of the film.

However, if you must remove the holderwithout the Dark Slide in place, the automaticock can be overridden by pulling the LockRelease Lever toward the Holder Lock Lever,

olding the lever there, and then moving theLock Lever.

Pulling out the Dark Slide of a

Detached Roll Film Holder

When detached from the camera body, theDark Slide cannot be pulled out. However, ifyou wish to remove it, push in the pin A onthe holder with a pointed object.

Note: Non-Compatibility of Roll Film HoInserts.While all model RZ and RZ PRO II roll holders can be used with both the RZ aRZ PRO II, this does not apply to tinterchangeability of the film holder inseThey can only be used with their respecroll film holder housings.

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Loading the Film Holder

Pull out the upper and lower Back CoverLatches and the back cover will open. Be-cause of the double safety lock, pulling out

just one of the two Back Cover Latches willnot open the cover. After opening the backcover of the Roll Film Holder, remove the

Film Insert. When loading film, it is not nec-essary to remove the holder from the cam-era back. When loading film, avoid directsunlight--either load in the shade or turnyour body away from the sun and use theshade of your own body.

While holding down the left-hand SpoolRelease Pin of the Film Insert, fit a roll of filmbetween the upper and lower left-hand FilmSpool Studs. Make sure that the backing pa-per is set as shown in the photo above.

When loaded correctly, the inside of the

backing paper (the black side) will appear onthe outside of the insert back. If it does not,remove the film, turn it upside-down, andreload .

After feeding the tip of the backing pinto the slot of the Take-up Spool,

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gently wind the Film Advance Knob until thearrow of the backing paper aligns with theinsert Start Mark.

As your gently advance the backing paper,make sure it advances evenly between thespool flanges and does not begin to slant. If

it advances unevenly, remove the backingpaper from the Take-up Spool and re-insert.Heeding this point will eliminate thepossibility of crimping the edge of the film.

Set the correct film speed value on theFilm Speed Dial of the Roll Film Holder.

Place the Film Insert into the housing,making sure the film advance coupler of theinsert fits into the appropriate hole of thecassette.

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After correctly placing the insert into housing, close the back cover, and wgently holding it in place, push both of Back Cover Latches as far as they will g

The Roll Film Holder Housing will accepther 120 (HA703) or 220 (HB702)

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Advancing the Film

Before attempting to advance the film tothe first frame, make sure the R-M Lever isset to its normal (center) position. If the leveris set to 'M'(multiple exposure), it will not bepossible to advance the film with the Cock-ing Lever.

The film can be advanced in either

of two ways.

A. By winding the Film Advance Knob of theFilm Insert until it stops.B. By activating the Cocking Lever of thecamera body several times, until it stops.

(The lens shutter will not be cocked unlessthe Cocking Lever is moved all the way untilit stops.

When the film is completely advancednumeral '1' will appear in the ExpoCounter, making the first frame readyexposure.

While advancing the film form S (start) with the Cocking Lever, the shutter releing mechanism is automatically locked the film is fully advanced to frame 1.

Since there are vertical and horizoexposure counter windows, an upnumeral can be seen with the Roll FHolder in horizontal or vertical position.

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Taking Photographs Unloading Exposed Film

When the film is advanced to the nextframe, the numeral in the ExposureCounter will automatically change.

CAUTION120 or 220 film used in this roll film holder

is, unlike 35 mm film, not perforated.Therefore, if it is advanced very rapidly,

the spacing between frames may becomeuneven. So, be sure to gently operate thecocking lever with even strokes to maintainproper frame spacing.

After an exposure is made, the automaticdouble exposure prevention mechanismblocks the shutter release until the film hasbeen advanced.

After completing the last exposure, pressthe Cocking Lever several times, until thefilm and backing paper have been com-pletely wound onto the Take-up Spool. In-stead of using the Cocking Lever, you canuse the Film Advance Knob of the Film In-sert, if you prefer.

Then open the back cover of the FilmHolder and remove the Film Insert.

While holding down the right-hand SpoolRelease Pin, remove the film, making surethat the backing paper does not unroll orbecome loose.

To prepare for future use, remove theempty spool from the Film Insert and move itto the right-hand side so that it will act as thenew Take-up Spool.

When the back cover of the holder isopened, the Exposure Counter will automati-cally return to 'S' (Start).

If anything other than 'S' appears in the Expo-

sure Counter, it indicates that there is film in the

holder. To prevent accidental exposure of the film,

always check the Exposure Counter before

opening the back cover of the holder.

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To process a partially exposed roll of ffirst insert the Dark Slide and remove holder. Next, while holding in the pin in center of the coupler A, completely wthe film onto the Take-up Spool with Film Advance Knob. Instead of continuouholding in the coupler pin, you can push once after each frame, if preferred.



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Focusing and Locking the Focusing Knob

Focusing Locking the Focusing Knob

During exposures, the Dark Slide can bestored in the Dark Slide Slot in the back ofthe holder.

The Memo Clip on the back cover canbe used for holding the film box-top as afilm reminder or for holding a piece ofpaper with pertinent data.

Depressing the Cocking Lever sets themirror, projecting a bright image on the fo-cusing screen. Focus by rotating either Fo-cusing Knobs until the image appears sharp.

Please use the large inner knob for finefocusing.

After adjusting the focus, focus shift canprevented by locking the Focusing Knob wthe Focusing Knob Lock Lever, whichlocated behind the left hand Focusing KnSimply raise the lever and push it forwclamping the Focusing Knob in place.

RefocusingIf the focusing knob is moved acciden

while it was not locked the image may beof focus. Also, be careful that you do touch the focusing knob at the down strokthe film transport lever.

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The Revolving Back

The Vertical and Horizontal Formats Change in Viewfinder Format

Before attempting to revolve the back, set theR-M Lever to "R". To change from horizontalo vertical format, rotate the Film Holderockwise as far as it will go. Rotating itounter-clockwise, changes the format fromertical back to horizontal.Revolve the back clockwise or counter-

ockwise until it securely clicks at a 90turn. Ifhe back is not in a "click position", the shutterelease button will not function.

The R-M Lever will automatically return fromR" to its normal position upon depressing the

Cocking Lever or Shutter Release Button.owever, as long as the R-M Lever remains at

he "R" setting, the Film Holder can inadvert-ntly be moved off-center. Therefore weecommend, returning the lever to its normalosition (i.e., center index mark) immediatelyfter revolving the back.

As the revolving back is rotated, the viewfinder format automatically changes from horizon-tal to vertical, or vice versa. This is accomplished by viewfinder masks which are coupledto the revolving back. Additionally, when viewed from the top, a small rectangle appears atthe upper edge of the Film Holder, Visible at a glance, this rectangle acts as a reminder,indicating whether the holder has been set for the vertical or horizontal format.

* Be sure to rotate the Film Holder gently, asundue use of force can result in damage tothe camera.

*Do not revolve the back while pressing theshutter release button. When using a cablerelease or self-timer, the release end mustbe correctly adjusted; otherwise the shutterelease button may remain depressed.



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Distance Scale Depth-of-Field

Distance Scale Depth-of-Field

The Distance Scale is used to determinethe film-plane-to-subject distance. The scaleitself is composed of two parts, the DistanceScale and Focal Length Scale.

After focusing, the correct distance can bedetermined by locating the point at which the

curved line for the focal length in use inter-sects the Distance Scale.

For example, if the 110 mm lens ismounted on the camera and focused asshown in the illustration, the subject is 1.5 m(5 ft) from the film plane.

Depth-of-Field Preview1. Set the Aperture Ring to the desired f-stopand focus the lens.2. Depress the Depth-of-Field Preview Leverof the lens and you will be able to check thedepth-of-field directly on the focusing screen.

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Using the Depth-of-Field Scale1. Check the camera-to-subject distancethe Distance Scale.2. Rotate the Lens Distance Scale Knob the previously noted camera-to-subdistance is aligned with the center index of

Depth-of-Field Scale.3. Locate the selected aperture on both sof the Depth-of-Field Scale.4. The figures of the Lens Distance Scappearing above the selected apertindicate the nearest and furthermost limitsharpness for that aperture.

For example, when the 110mm lensfocused at 3 m and stopped down to f everything from approximately 2m to 10mbe in focus.

When desiring to know the depth-of-fiefeet, rotate the Lens Distance Scale 180one side is in feet and the other in meters



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Long Exposures

Bulb (B) Exposures Time Exposures

When the Shutter Speed Dial is set to B,the shutter will remain open as long as theShutter Release Button remains depressed.

Since bulb exposure is also controlledelectronically, the shutter will automaticallyclose after approximately one minute in or-der to prevent inadvertent battery depletion.

When using bulb, after the Shutter Re-lease Button has been depressed for ap-proximately 55 seconds, a warning buzzerwill sound. If pressure on the Release But-ton is maintained, the buzzer will continuefor about 5 seconds longer, after which theelectricity will be automatically cut off andthe shutter will close. If exposures longerthan one minute are required please, usethe time exposures mode.

1. To make a time exposure, first slide the TLever of the lens until the letter "T" underthe lever is visible and the normal "N"making is covered. After doing so, theshutter will remain open upon depressingthe Shutter Release Button. At this time, thesetting of the Shutter Speed Dial on thecamera body ceases.2. To close the shutter, slide the T Lever inthe opposite direction, exposing the letter 'N'(normal), During time exposures, do nottouch the Cocking Lever until the shuttercloses.

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Since the shutter operates mechanically,electronically during a time exposure, thervirtually no drain of battery power, and theshutter speed dial can be set in any positioother than "RBL".



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Multiple Exposures Infrared Photography

Multi le Ex osures

. Set the R-M Lever to 'M' (multipleexposure). The lever can be 100moved to 'M' either before or after releasinghe shutter.

2. Press the Cocking Lever as far as it will gon order to cock the shutter and set the mirror.The film will not advance at this time. The

shutter can now be released, creating adouble exposure. This procedure can beepeated as often as desired to create as

many exposures as necessary.

When photographing the same subject two ormore times though, exposure compensations necessary. The same is true with differentsubjects that are all evenly illuminated. Withsubjects of different brightness, the darkerone is normally photographed first. However,t is not within the scope of this operatingmanual to teach multiple exposure technique,as many excellent books dealing with this

CAUTIONUnlike the "R" lever, the "M" lever does not return

automatically to its normal position. Therefore youmust do it manually. If you forget, the film is nottransported and not only are subsequentexposures wasted, but the planned multiple

exposure also.

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Infrared Photography

RZ lenses need no focusing mount because of the bellows feature. Normallylenses with focusing mounts have a secondary index for infrared film. Therefore, if yowant to do critical infrared photography, yoshould focus as usual and before exposuremove the focus slightly towards the camer

body, as per table below. There is millimeter scale on top of the focus scale.

RZ67 PRO II Infrared Correction TableShows required adjustment at infinity



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Mirror Lock-up Operation

With the RZ 67 PRO II, it is possible to lockthe mirror in the up position beforehand, andat the desired instant release the shutterwithout the usual accompanying mirrormovement.Referred to as, "mirror lock-up operation," thistechnique is extremely valuable when eventhe slightest mirror vibration must beeliminated. When the mirror rises, it usuallycauses vibrations the very instant before theshutter opens, creating a possible loss ofsharpness when working at high magnifica-tions or with long shutter speeds. Conse-quently, mirror lock-up operation is especiallyuseful when engaging in close-upphotography, using telephoto lenses, andmaking long ("slow") exposures. Yet anotherapplication is when trying to catch the peak of

action. By raising the mirror beforehand, theshutter can instantly be released, totallyeliminating the time lag usually presentbetween the time the mirror completes itsupward swing and the time the shutter opens.

1. After screwing a cable release firmly intothe Mirror Lock-up Socket of the lens, thesocket will elevate slightly and the camera willbe ready for mirror lock-up operation.2. Press the Cocking Lever as far as it will go.Step 2 may either follow or precede step 1.3. Depress the Shutter Release Button andthe mirror will rise, but the shutter will remainclosed.4. Press the plunger of the cable release andthe shutter will operate.

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When you no longer need mirror locoperation, remove the cable release.Upon removing the release, the MLockup Socket will retract and the camwill return to normal shutter operation.If you complete step 3 above, but rem

the cable release without makingexposure (step 4), the shutter wilreleased as soon as the cable releasremoved.Even when using mirror lock-up operaeverytime the shutter is cocked, the mirrelowered. Therefore, it is possible to cthe viewfinder before each frame is expoA double cable release is both an avaiand convenient accessory. Since one ethe release screws into the Shutter RelButton and the other end into the MLock-up Socket, it is possible to usesame release to raise the mirror and release the shutter.

The double cable release is particuvaluable when using B exposures with mlock-up operation. After pressing the shrelease button to raise the mirror, detaccable release from the mirror lock-up soAt that instant the shutter will be release

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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

s 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 UnitsCompact, 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 SyncTerminal (X-sync) of the lens. When the Mamiya MZ36R Flash is used, agreen monitor lamp will glow, indicating thatbattery charging has been accomplished.

Determining the ApertureWhen using automatic flash units, refer to

the instructions of the particular flash units forthe correct apertures to use.

When using a manual electronic flash unitor flash bulbs, the guide number (G.N)divided by the subject distance gives thecorrect aperture to use.

NOTE:Flash time, recharging time and synchropolarity differ depending on the type of flashunit. Check performance by taking testphotographs.

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Using a Tripod

For optimum quality, use of a large, stutripod is recommended.

The Tripod Socket will accept standsize (U 1/4" thread) tripod screws withmodification. Simply attach the RZ 67 as would any other camera with stand

threads.When using a tripod with a 3/8" screw,

remove the small screw in the base of Tripod Socket of the camera by rotatincounterclockwise with an appropriately sscrewdriver. Next, use a coin to remove1/4" adapter A from the Tripod Sockerotating it counterclockwise. The camerathen be mounted on a 3/8" screw tripod.



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Close-up Photography

Exposure Compensation for Close-up Photography

When working very close to the subject, the exposure must creased. The actual exposure factor will vary in accordance with thtance that the lens is extended. (Optical law: Light intensity decreasthe square of the distance from the film plane).

Exposure compensation is easily determined by referring to the sure Compensation Scale.

After focusing the lens, read the exposure compensation factor o

scale. The scale is divided into three zones of light, medium, andshades. As indicated by the table at the base of the scale, the lightrepresents an exposure factor of zero (no compensation is necesthe medium shaded zone indicates +0.5 (a 1/2 stop increase in expis required), while the dark zone denotes a factor of +1 (a fullincrease in exposure is necessary).

To find the exposure factor, first locate the figure on the Focal LScale for the lens in use. Next, move along the scale, in the column, until you reach the Distance Graduation. The shading ozone (light, medium, dark) which touches the Distance Graduindicates the correct exposure factor. For example, when the 110mmis focused as shown in the illustration, the correct exposure factor

The scale curve for each lens has a white O mark which coincidethe right-hand lens indication. So, use the mark to find the corresposcale curve for each lens.

With a factor of +0.5, open the aperture by a half-stop. For exaassume that a hand-held exposure meter indicates a normal exp

reading of f /16 at 1/60 sec., for an exposure compensation of +1, slens to either f /16 at 1/30 sec. or f/11 at 1/60 sec.When using a Mamiya through-the-lens (TTL) Exposure Meter Fsuch as the RZ AE Prism Finder, it corrects automatically for clophotography.

For optimum sharpness at the corners when using the 50 mm65mm wide-angle lenses at distances closer than 1 meter, use asan aperture as possible. The bellows extension in millimeters appears on the top of the Length Scale. These figures are used to determine the reqexposure compensation factor when using extension tubes. For areas covered with the bellows fully extended, see the instrufor all interchangeable lenses.



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Attaching a Lens with Shutter Released or Mirror Raised

When a lens is removed from the cambody, the mirror is set (lowered) and the shutter cocked. Conversely, when attaca lens, the same conditions should pre(mirror set and shutter cocked). Howeshould a lens be attached with either the

ror raised or shutter released, or both,camera can be reset by following the prdures below.

1. If the mirror is raised (regardless of whthe lens shutter is cocked or released), sdepress the Cocking Lever to resecamera.2. If mirror is set and lens shutter relea(closed), remove the Dark Slide from Holder and depress the Shutter RelButton (film will not be exposed). Ndepress the Cocking Lever to resetcamera.3. When a lens is removed from the caboth the mirror and the lens shutter

cocked, or they can't be separated. where we explained how to uncock both(For storage, for instance).4. To rejoin them both have to be in a costate. To cock the camera (lowering mirror), just activate the film advance leTo cock lens shutter, follow instructsupplied with lenses.

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Camera Back Lock System

120 Roll Film Holder HA703220 Roll Film Holder HB702120 Roll Film Holder 6 x 4.5 HA704

Polaroid Pack Film Holder HP702

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How to Use the Carrying Strap

Attaching the Strap

Hold the metal clamp of thestrap so that the key-holeshaped opening faces the Car-rying Strap Lug on the camerabody. Gently fit the upper part ofthe key-hole opening over thelug. Next, gently push the bot-tom of the metal clamp upwardsand it will lock in place with aclick.

If the clamp is attached to theHot-Shoe side of the cameraupside-down, it will be difficultto remove, so be careful to

attach the clamp right-side-up.

Removing the Strap

Reach behind the strap andwhile gently squeezing the topof the protruding front plate (leafspring), slide the clamp down-ward and off the lug.

Carrying Position

Since the Carrying Strap Lug is not rotary, the carrying strapnot become twisted.

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Troubleshooting

Uniquely designed to prevent errors, the RZ67 incorpo-rates numerous safety features, so if you can not release theshutter, or remove a lens or holder, it is most likely due touser error rather than a camera malfunction. Shouldsomething appear to go wrong, be sure to check the

following points.

When the shutter can not be released

1. Has the film been completely advanced to the first frame? Haveall the exposures already been made (10 with 120, 20 with 220)?

2. Has the Cocking Lever been advanced as far as it will go?3. Has the Dark Slide been removed?4. Have you locked the Shutter Release Button and forgotten?5.Is there a battery in the Battery Chamber? Is the battery still good?6. Is the "T" lever of the lens on "N"?7. Is the camera speed dial on RBL and a RZ lens is on camera?8.Is the camera speed dial on AEF and the AE Finder and a RZ lens

is not attached?9. Have you used the mirror -up mode and red ring on the collar is

still visible after removing the cable release? In the case of examples 1-3, an orange lamp will illuminate in theviewfinder if an error has been made.

When the lens can not be removed

Have you pressed the Cocking Lever completely forward?

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When the Film Holder can not be removed

Have you inserted the Dark Slide into the holder?

CAUTION:The winder RZ-1 cannot be used on the RZ PRO II body.When using the mirror-up operation in the B (bulb) mode, uan optional double cable release.

The previous models of AE Prism Finders or AE MagnifFinders cannot be used with the RZ PRO II unless their circare modified. Contact your country's Mamiya Distributor for fuinformation.

The AE Prism Finder FE701 can be directly mounted on thePRO II.

Electronic Flash PrecautionsElectronic Flash units that have a high sync trigger voltage seriously damage the electronic circuitry of your RZ PRO II. units with a maximum of 12 volts sync output trigger voltage

safe for use. Please contact your flash manufacturer, or have local flash repair station test the sync line trigger voltage beusing with your RZ PRO II. Older studio flash power packsparticularly suspect of using high voltage sync trigger voltagsometimes feeding as much as 400 volts into your RZ PRsync terminal! To prevent this problem, your may consider usi"filter" or regulating circuit between your power pack and scord. Contact your local flash dealer or manufacturer for minformation about these devices.



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Using RB Series Lenses and Accessories

Lenses1. Focusing

RB67 lenses are mounted directly onto the RZ PRO II ; however,the bellows must be extended 7 mm in order to focus the lens atinfinity. Therefore, even when photographing distant subjects, besure to use the Focusing Screen.CAUTION: Because of the differences in flange back between the

two series of lenses, the Distance Scale of the RZ PRO II bodydoes not apply when using RB67 lenses.

2. Shutter Speed SelectionWhen a RB67 lens is mounted on the RZ PRO II body, use the

Shutter Speed Ring of the lens for shutter speed selection.Be sure to set to the "RBL" position. Once this done all the other

speed dial settings are immobilized.The shutter is cocked and released in the same manner as RZ

series lenses.When using a Mamiya Sekor C lens for the RB series on the RZ

PRO II body, be sure to insert an optional interchange mountingring into the lens rear mount to assure correct coupling with thecamera body. Older RB Lenses should be checked before use, to determine if

their shutter torque is compatible with the RZ PRO II. Before trying, please send such lenses to the service department of yourcountry's Mamiya distributor.

FindersWhen using the RB series PD Prism Finder or PD Magnifyin

Finder be sure the Electrical Contact Cover is in place, for it is uto depress the switch at the base of the finder.

CAUTION:The RZ PD Prism Finder will not function on the RZ II. It ca

be retrofitted.

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Care of the Camera

Handling CameraAs your camera is a precision instrument avoid exposing it to

severe vibrations or shock. Be careful when interchanging lensesand film holders. Use the neckstrap whenever possible.

Storage

When not used for a long period of time remove the battery andfilm from the camera and keep mirror and shutters in uncockedstate. Avoid storing the camera and lenses in humid or sea airatmosphere or in extreme hot or cold environment. Periodicallyexercise film transport and shutters by making a number of blindexposures at various shutter speeds and f/stops.

CleaningNever touch the lens or mirror surfaces. If a lens needs cleaning,

use a blower or lens tissue to remove dust particles. Never useanything other than a blower for the mirror, as its surface shouldnever be touched.

Periodic ExaminationPeriodically check the camera to make sure it is in working order.

This is especially important before beginning a photographicsession or assignment. Check the battery, flash synchronization,mirror and shutter operation, diaphragm automation, and filmadvance. Also check any accessories you plan to use.

Proper MaintenanceThe Mamiya RZ PRO II is designed for heavy professional

and will last indefinitely, if properly maintained. Every camera mechanisms like film transport, shutter, diaphragm blade etc.They are controlled by gears. levers, springs, rollers, etc., whichsubject to wear and tear and also require special lubrication

time to time. Ambient conditions like dust. sea air and moisturealso affect these mechanisms.

To uncock the mirror and the lens shutter, remove the lens the cocked camera. Press the release button and the mirror wup and stay up. To release shutter of cocked lens, see instructon page 13.

We recommend that the camera body should be serviced at about every 50,000 exposures (about 5000 rolls of 120 film): youfilm holders about every 20,000 exposures; your leaf shutter leabout every 10, 000 exposures.

Please contact the Mamiya Distributor in your country for serinformation.

Features and specifications subject to change without no

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