Description 4.5x6/6x6 cm Cameras Rolleiflex Hy6 (Hybrid Camera for Film & Digital Backs) Rolleiflex Hy6 complete with AF Xenotar 2.8/80mm lens, includes 4560 film magazine and magazine adapter, waist level finder, HD-AF screen, hand grip, (1) rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery quick charger and neck strap Rolleiflex Hy6 body includes 4560 (6x4.5cm) film magazine and magazine adapter, waist level finder, HD-AF screen, hand grip, (1) rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery, quick charger and neck strap Rolleiflex Hy6 body (without lens, w/o film back) includes waist level finder, HD screen, hand grip, (1) rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery, quick charger and neck strap Rolleiflex 6008 integral 2 - 4.5/6x6 SLR cameras Rolleiflex 6008 integral 2 (without lens) Includes body with folding viewfinder hood, magazine 6x6/120, HD screen, handgrip, 2nd NiCad battery, 2nd film insert, rapid charger with 2 power cables (Euro and US plug) car battery cable, neck strap Rolleiflex 6008 Integral 2 (without lens) Includes body with folding view finder hood Rolleiflex 6008 AF Rolleiflex 6008AF (without lens) Includes body with folding viewfinder hood, magazine 6x6/120, HD screen, NiCad battery, rapid charger with power cables, handgrip, car battery cable, neck strap Rolleiflex 6008 AF (without lens, film magazine) Includes body with folding viewfinder hood Replacement neck strap for 6008AF, 6008Integral, 6003, 6001 and QZ

Rollei

$12,048

$8,599

$4,299

$2,499

$2,799
Lenses for Rollei Hy6 & Rolleiflex 6000 camera systems PQ & EL lenses sync to 1/500sec PQS lenses sync to 1/1000sec Schneider-Kreuznach AF-lenses PQS lenses AF Super-Angulon 2.8/50 mm HFT PQS - filter size M95 x 1/ bay. 104 shade AF Xenotar 2.8/80mm PQS - filter size VI AF Xenotar 4/150mm PQS - filter size VI (Special order only.) AF Xenotar 2.8/180mm PQ - filter size M95 x 1/bay.104 shade AF Variogon 4.6/60-140 mm PQS - filter size M122 x 1 Schneider-Kreuznach AFD-lenses PQS lenses (no aperture ring on lens) AFD Super-Angulon 2.8/50mm - filter size VI AFD Xenotar 2.8/80mm - filter size VI AFD Tele-Xenar 2.8/180mm - filter size M95 x 1/bay. 104 shade AFD Variogon 4.6/60-140mm - filter size M122 x 1 (Special order only.) Rollei EL lenses Distagon 4/50 mm HFT EL - M67 x 1 (outer bayonet size VI) Planar 2.8/80 mm HFT EL - M67 x 1 (outer bayonet size VI)
$5,999 $3,549 $6,499 $7,999

N N N N

58701 58502

66159 66160

$5,999 $3,649 $6,499 $7,999

86706 86675

66101 66102

$2,889 $2,489

Description Carl Zeiss PQ lenses* Distagon 4/50 mm FLE HFT PQ - filter size size VI Planar 2/110 mm HFT PQ - filter size M95 x 1 /bay. 104 shade Schneider-Kreuznach PQ lenses Super-Angulon 3.5/40 mm HFT PQ - filter size M 77 x 0.75 Apo-Tele-Xenar 4/300 mm HFT PQ -filter size M 95 x 1 Variogon 5.6/140-280 mm HFT PQ - filter size M 95 x 1 with lens hood Schneider PQS lenses only for Hy6, 6008, 6003 and 6001 Xenotar 2.8/80 mm HFT PQS - size VI Apo-Symmar 4/90 mm HFT PQS - M95 x 1/bay. 104 Carl Zeiss PQS lenses* only for Hy6, 6008, 6003 and 6001 Makro Planar 4/120 HFT PQS - filter size VI (Special order only.) Sonnar 4/150 mm HFT PQS - filter size VI Sonnar 5.6/250 mm HFT PQS - filter size IV *Lenses are made by Carl Zeiss, Oberkochen, Germany, or under license from Carl Zeiss by Rollei, Registered Trademark: Rollei HFT Teleconverter 2x Teleconverter HFT AF-Converter 1,4x HFT (cannot be used together with wide angle lenses, Planar 2.8/80 mm and Apo-Symmar 4.6/150 mm) View Finders Folding waist level finder for Rolleiflex Hyprism for Rolleiflex Hyviewfinder for Rolleiflex Hy6 Power Supplies Replacement/Additional Lithium Ion battery for Rolleiflex Hy6 Charger for Rolleiflex Hy6

86705 86674

66114 66117

$4,799 $6,694

$6,449 $7,999 $8,999

63350 63348

66135 66128

$2,899 $4,999

$5,399 $4,099 $4,799

98253 56701

66191 66194

$1,339 $1,759

Remote Controls TBA in preparation Body Caps N Rear cap for Hy6 Front Camera body cap
Magazine Rotating Magazine 4560 (4.5 x 6 cm) for Hy6, 6008 AF, integral2, integral, 6008 E, 6003 prof., 6001 prof. Extra Film insert for magazine 4560 Focusing Screens AF- High-D-Screen for 6008AF and Hy6 and microprism ring (standard screen for 6003 professional) HD screen, super-bright screen with horizontal split image spot and extremely fine texture Bright matte screen 4.5x6 vertical and horizontal indication Bright matte screen with microprism spot Clear glass screen

14987 14986

66213 66219

$1,349 $339

$269 $419 $214 $214 $209
Description Flash Accessories* Rollei dedicated flash adapter SCA 356 Flash adapter SCA 3562 *not for Rolleiflex SLX Quick Focus Lever Quick focus lever (only for Zeiss lenses 40-350mm) Close-Up Photography - Accessories Extension tube 9mm Extension tube 17mm Extension tube 34mm Extension tube 67mm (specially designed for Apo-Symmar 4.6/150mm) Variable extension tube 22mm to 68mm Extension bellows (67mm to 204mm) Retro adapter (bay. size VI) Reverse adapter for 6000 series lenses with bayonet 6 front attachment size Filters Skylight filter (KR 1.5) - size VI Skylight filter (KR 1.5) - size M95 x 1 UV filter - size VI UV filter - size M 95 x 1 Circular Polarizer (filter factor 1.5) - size VI Circular Polarizer (filter factor 1.5) - size M 95 x 1 Filter Holder for foil filters Filter Holder for Bay. VI (foil filter size 75 x 75 mm) Filter Holder for Bay. 104 (foil filter size 100 x 100 mm) for Apo-Symmar 4/90 or PCS-Super-Angulon 4.5/55 mm Lens Hoods Lens Hood for Super-Angulon 3.5/40 mm Lens Hood for PCS-Super-Angulon 4.5/55 mm, Super Angulon 2.8/50mm - bay. 104 (Price & Avail. Need to be confirmed) Lens Hood for Distagon 50 mm and 60 mm, Curtagon 60 mm - size VI Lens Hood for Planar, Sonnar, Xenotar, 80 - 250 mm - size VI Lens Hood forTele-Xenar 2.8/180 mm, 2.0/110 mm, 4.0/90 mm - bay. 104 Lens Hood for Professional bellows lens hood (with rear slot for 75 x 75 mm foil filter) Lens Hood forDistagon 4/40 mm FLE Lens Hood forAF-Variogon 4.6/60-140 mm Protective Caps (for Lenses & Camera Bodies) Front Camera body cap Rear Camera body cap *(for 6000 system cameras only) Cover for magazine Front lens cap 50 - 250 mm - size VI Front lens cap - bay. 104 Front lens cap 4/40 mm (compact version) Rear lens cap Front lens cap AF-Variogon (metal) Interchangeable Magazines Film Magazine 6x6/120 for Rolleiflex 6008 / 6003 / 6001 / 6006 Film Magazine 6x6/220 for Rolleiflex 6008 / 6003 / 6001 / 6006 Film insert with case Adapter for rotating magazine 4560

97661 98290

66271 66277

$179 $279

$549 $549 $739 $739 $1,749 $1,759 $1,339

96841 66742

66325 66326
$229 $279 $229 $279 $489 $589

96950 98233

66331 66332

$249 $279

55097 56706

66339 66340

$299 $399 $139 $139 $279 $799 $179 $539

87005 54508

66368 66369
$29 $39 $39 $29 $29 $59 $29 $99

98004 10776

66215 66214

$1,119 $1,259 $119 $249

Description Polaroid magazine View Finders 45 prism for 6000 system cameras 90 telescopic viewfinder with diopter adjustment (+2/-4) for 6000 system cameras Rollei 6x6 magnifier Frame base for Rollei 6x6 magnifier* *Add frame base to the 6x6 magnifier to create a "stovepipe" viewer Power Supplies Replacement NiCad battery only for 6008 AF, integral2, integral, 6008 E, 6003 prof., 6001 prof. and Lens Control S (1.25 A/T) Power Interface for Lens Control S Plug power device 12 V with cable for above Chargers Rapid charger/discharger type C (new), incl. Euro + US plug Hand Grips Action handgrip for 6008 and 6003 incl. leather hand strap Remote Controls Remote control cable RC 120 - 40 cm Remote control cable RC 120 - 5 m Remote control cable RC 120 - 10 m Tripod Quick Mount Tripod Quick Coupling Rollei X-Act 2 Professional Camera X-Act2 incl. bellows, lens and rear panel, optical bench base slide and TANOS "Systainer" Hard Case Wide angle bellows for X-Act2 PanShot (swiveling device) to use Rollei 6000 mount film and digital backs Adapter for using X-Act in combination with backs other than Rollei 6000 mount Basic adapter (for using other backs) Sliding adapter (for using other backs) Adapter for Hasselblad V Adapter for Mamiya RB67 Adapter for Horseman 6x9 Adapter for digital backs of Jenoptik (LOS) Eyelike MF, Heidelberg

Rollei 97979

DSM 66216

MSRP $829

59551 63048

66243 66244

$1,319 $1,319 $619 $499

$219 $479 $69

$99 $119 $139

$4,999 $419 $1,539

98958 32250

66467 66468

$699 $1,599 $899 $1,239 $1,059 $2,399
Viewfinder adapter for use without Panshot = Basic or sliding adapter necessary
Extension tube 50mm for usage with prof. lens up to 150mm with X-Act2 T-2 adapter X-Act2 for use with a 35mm camera body Folding finder hood for X-Act2 & 6000 system cameras HD screen, super-bright screen with horizontal Rollei 6x6 magnifier

$259 $219 $399 $419 $619

Description Frame base for Rollei 6x6 magnifier,* *Add frame base to the 6x6 magnifier to create a "stovepipe" viewer 45 Prism finder for X-Act2 & 6000 camera systems Rollei Lens Control S and Power Supplies Lens Control S Flexible arm including ballhead for connecting Lens Control S to X-Act cameras NiCad battery 10V 1,25 A/T (requires charger 98450/66267 below) for voltage supply of Lens Control S Power interface Plug power device 12 V with cable Battery Box with 5 Lithium batteries (5 x DL123A) Rollei X-Act 2 Professional Camera Rapid charger/discharger type C (new), incl. Euro + US plug Trickle charging cable Rollei Electronic Shutter size 0 Rollei Electronic Shutter size 1 Lens board adapter for lens shutter Copal size 0 Lens board adapter for lens shutter Copal size 1 and for Rollei Electronic Shutter size 0 + 1 Wide-angle lens board for X-Act2 for use with wide angle for lenses 28mm through 60mm, mounts lens and shutter behind the front standard Rollei lens adapter system 6000* (for using 6000 series lenses on the X-Act) *Rollei LensControl S #66471 must be used to control shutter speed and aperture. Magazine 4560 Adapter for magazine 4560 Connecting cable for magazine 4560 Connecting cable for digital backs (ext. cable for 64878/66493 below) Connecting cable for Phase One H- and P-series (see above)

Rollei 63048 97814

DSM 66244 66241

MSRP $499 $1,319

64872 64875

66471 66473

$1,759 $259

30019 30036

66270 66257

$219 $479 $69 $479

98987 98988

66484 66485

$269 $69 $1,569 $1,569 $129 $129
$1,349 $249 $99 $219 $399
Rolleivision 66 dual P Multiformat Slide Projector Rolleivision 66 dual P US-Version without lens, with 2 lamps 24 V/250 W, lamp extractor, magazine CM 77/30, power cable (Price & avail. Need to be confirmed) Rollei AV-Lens Rollei AV-Apogon 2.8/90mm HFT Rollei AV-Apogon 2,8/120mm HFT Rollei AV-Apogon 2.8/150mm HFT Schneider-Kreuznach AV Lenses

$3,049

66872 66873

$1,319 $1,319 $1,319

Description AV-Xenotar 3.5/90mm HFT AV-Xenotar 2.8/150mm HFT AV-Xenotar 4/250mm HFT (with suppl. condenser) AV-Xenotar 4/400mm HFT (with suppl. condenser) Rollei Heidosmat Lenses Heidosmat 3.5/180mm Exchange condenser for 35mm Remote control cable for RV 66 dual P Magazine and accessories Stacking boxes with two interconnecting magazines CM 77/30 (pack of 3) Magazine track extension set for RV 66 dual P and MSC AV-Kit for Rolleivision 66 dual P Case for Rolleivision 66 dual P Adapter cable for RCP 8/6 pin socket (for Rollei P 66 S, Rolleivision 66/66 AV or standard projectors of other manufacturers)

Rollei 83653 83655

DSM 66877 66878

MSRP $1,499 $889 $2,999

66960 84059

66933 66885

$699 $199 $279 $179

10782 64935

66884 66889

$419 $45

Rolleiflex Mini Digi N N Rolleiflex Mini Digi AF 5 BLACK Rolleiflex Mini Digi AF 5 RED Rolleiflex 2,8 FX - with Planar 2.8/80 mm HFT, size III, neck strap Rolleiflex 4,0 FW with Super-Angulon 4.0/50 mm HFT, size IV, neck strap N Rolleiflex 4,0 FT with Tele-Xenar 4/135 HFT,size IV, neck strap Accessories for Rolleiflex 2.8 FX, 4.0 FW, 4.0 FT, 2.8 GX, 6000 Syst, Hy6 Bright matte screen with central split-image wedge and microprism ring (standard screen) Clear glass screen Bright matte screen with microprism spot Bright matte screen with 4.5x6 indication vertical and horizontal HD screen, super-bright screen with horizontal split-image spot and extremely fine texture, 4.5x6 vertical and horizontal indication Rollei flash adapter SCA 356 Accessories for Rolleiflex 2.8 FX, 4.0 FW, 4.0 FT, 2.8 GX Soft leather pouch 2,8 GX Leather case 2,8 FX Leather case 4,0 FW Leather case 4,0 FT Replacement neck strap 2,8 GX Expression Replacement neck strap 2,8 FX, 4,0 FW, 4,0 FT Accessories for Rolleiflex 2.8 FX, 4.0 FW, 4.0 FT,2.8 GX, 2.8 F
$399 $399 $6,289 $7,849 $10,989

$214 $209 $214 $214 $419

$249 $439 $439

98272 17002

66623 66642

$99 $139

Description Metal sunshade III with leather case Metal sunshade IV with leather case Color compensating filter R 1.5 III (skylight) Filter medium yellow III Filter adapter, size III (swinging mechanism for 46 mm filters) Filter adapter, size III (swinging mechanism for 58 mm filters) Rolleinar set 1/III with leather case Rolleiflex Tripod Quick Coupling Pistol grip (Price & avail. Need to be confirmed) Prism finder 45 Prism finder 90 Spare lens cap III Metal lens cap size IV UV filter size III UV filter size IV Filter Set consists of 1 each UV, Lite Red, Red, Orange, Green, Med. Yellow Filter set size III Filter set size IV

Rollei 16344

DSM 66625 66626

Blitzautomatik TTL-Blitzlichtmessung auf der Filmebene ber zustzliches Si-Fotoelement. Filmtransport Transportkurbel mit Verschlussaufzug gekuppelt. Automatischer Stopp bei Bild 1. Doppelbelichtungssperre, abschaltbar, Filmzhlwerk von 1 12. Springt beim Filmwechsel automatisch in Nullstellung. Anschlsse Drahtauslser-Anschluss. Stativgewinde 1/4. Abmessungen Rolleiflex 2,8 FX: H/B/T: 147 x 109 x 108 mm Rolleiflex 4,0 FW: H/B/T: 147 x 109 x 118 mm
Gewicht Rolleiflex 2,8 FX: ca. 1245 g Rolleiflex 4,0 FW: ca. 1275 g (o. Batterie)

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Contents

Coponents and functions Introduction Handling and use Removing of the lens cap Fitting the carrying strap Inserting and changing the battery Battery check Opening the viewfinder hood Measuring the exposure Matching speed and aperture Inserting the film Setting the film speed Film memo-holder Focusing Selecting the frame Releasing and exposing Film transport and shutter tensioning Multiple exposures Removing the film Closing the viewfinder hood Detaching the viewfinder hood Changing the magnifier for spectacle-wearers Changing the focusing screen Flash operation
Most important accessories Interchangeable viewfinders Soft leather carrying bag Pistol handgrip Flash adapter SCA 356 Bright focusing screen with central microprism ring and split-image wedge High-D-Screen Ground glass screen Bright focusing screen Bright focusing screen with microprism ring Remedy for handling faults Care of the camera Technical data Depth-of-field table m
Rolleiflex 2.8 FX / 4.0 FW

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Components and functions
Standard viewfinder hood Magnifier, interchangeable Holder for magnifier Viewfinder hood cover, folding Flap for frame finder Focusing screen LED indicator for exposures balance Indicator window for aperture and shutter speed Viewfinder lens Heidosmat with double bayonet Aperture wheel Speed selector wheel Lens with double bayonet X-synchronizing flash socket for standard plug Diopter for frame finder (2.8 FX only) Holder for carrying strap, left Spool knob for empty spool Push button for battery check Battery-check LED Film memo-holder Control disk for film speed Camera back cover Hot shoe with X-synchronizing contact (a) and contacts for system flash unit (b)
Tripod bush1/4 Safety clip for back cover Back cover lock lever Film-spool knob Lid for battery compartment Scale for depth-of-field with distance index Focusing knob with distance scale in m and feet Release with thread for cable release Safety lever for release Crank for film transport and shutter tension Release ring avoiding film transport for multiple exposures Film frame counter Holder for carrying strap, right Unlocking buttons for viewfinder hood or prism viewfinder Hinged frame for focusing screen

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Introduction
Congratulations on your new Rolleiflex TLR camera. Your Rolleiflex is a twin lens medium format camera with TTL metering. To utilize entirely all possibilities of the camera and to avoid any handling faults, you are recommended to read through this manual carefully. It is subdivided as follows: Next, all components and functions are presented. All the important information about the camera is following described and illustrated in detail and in the useful sequence of necessary manipulations from setting the camera ready for use up to the removal of the exposed film. In case of any handling faults which even may happen to the experienced photographer when taking pictures in a hurry or after a long period of not using the camera a trouble-shooting guide will help to find out quickly the possible cause and its remedy. Component numbers mentioned in text and illustration always refer to the same component and are first given in the picture gatefold which is best left unfolded when reading the instructions.

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Handling and use
Removing the lens cap Lift the lower cap by the tab and fold it against the upper cap. Remove the cap from the bayonet by turning it counter-clockwise. For attachment fit the folded cap into the viewfinder lens bayonet, turn it clockwise to lock and fold down the lower cap. Attaching the carrying strap Insert the self-locking grippers at the ends of the strap into holders 15 and 35 so that they snap in place. To release the strap, press the two claws together and pull the strap out of the holders.
Inserting and changing the battery The power for TTL-exposure and flash metering is supplied by a battery. A 6-V-lithium battery is required. Turn focusing knob 29 to the 1 m stop. Unscrew the battery compartment lid 27 in the focusing knob counter-clockwise by means of a coin till the battery compartment is released. Insert battery with the plus sign down and rescrew the lid. Please only use batteries with a minus pole significantly over the battery level. Battery check Press push button 17 briefly: if the LED indicator 18 lights up the battery voltage is adequate. To avoid unnecessary loss of the power supply do not test the battery too often or for too long.

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Zone covered by the exposure metering
Opening the viewfinder hood Lift rear edge of the hood cover and swing upwards. To raise up the magnifier, press the frame finder flap 5 slightly inwards until the magnifier holder springs up. Frame finder for eye-level viewing (Rolleiflex 2.8 FX only): Press down flap 5 until it snaps into position. Viewing takes place through diopter 14 (in this position focusing via the distance scale). Measuring the exposure By touching lightly the freed release 30 the exposure meter is switched on for about 30 seconds. Activating the exposure meter can be repeated whenever needed. One of the 5 LED`s in the viewfinder will light up. They have the following significance: (A) red left: at least 1 exposure value under-exposed (C) green centre: correct exposure (B) yellow left: about 1/2 exposure value under-exposed (D) yellow right: about 1/2 exposure value over-exposed (E) red right: at least 1 exposure value over-exposed

Note: The measurement characteristics of the Rolleiflex make this camera ideal for even the most demanding photographic situation, such as exposures involving particularly hight contrast subjects. For exposure compensation, always keep the most important subject detail within the measurement field (see illustration) and then determine the required frame area.

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Matching speed and aperture Preselection of exposure time: Turn the selector wheel 11 to set the shutter speed. Intermediate settings are not applicable. 1/500 to 1 s, B = time exposure of any desired duration, the exposure meter can be matched to an exposure time up to 2 s. For choice of exposure time using flash: see page 32. Matching with aperture: Turn aperture wheel 10 until green LED lights up. It clicks into position on full and half aperture stops. Specified matching on "yellow" allows over- and under-exposing by about 1/2 exposure value. If correct matching cannot be obtained: select another shutter speed and match aperture again. Note: Speed and aperture should always be matched with the magnifier folded out, so as to avoid stray light and hence false readings. Filter factors of any fitted filter must be taken into consideration by reducing the film speed. If the filter should be included for matching it has to be fitted to the viewfinder lens bayonet during measurement. Inserting the film Opening the back cover: Turn the safety clip 24 at the camera bottom, unlock and open the back cover. Insert the film: Pull out film spool knob 26 of the lower spool chamber to stop and hold tight. Insert rollfilm after removing the glued strip right side first so, that the backing paper is on the outside. Allow spool know 26 to spring back fully in its position.

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Push the paper leader deeply into the long slot of the empty spool (user the crank 32 for correct positioning). Tighten the film by turning the crank (lower spool must be braked with the thumb) until the arrow sign on the backing paper is in coincidence with the red index on the camera body. Closing the back cover: Fold lock lever 25 to the holding bolt and secure with safety clip 24. Note: Film must ever be inserted by utilizing the shadow of the own body, never in full sunlight.
Advancing the film to No. 1: Turn crank 32 continuously to its stop and in opposite direction until it stops again. The crank is now locked in its starting position. The film frame counter 34 indicates No. 1, the shutter is cocked, the film is ready for the first exposure.

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Setting the film speed Click control disk 20 into place on ISO-value of the inserted film. The range of film speed setting is from ISO 25/15 to ISO 6400/39 which covers practically all film emulsions available on the world market. If under- or over-exposing is desired, the film speed must be varied accordingly. Film memo-holder To identify the type of film being used: Tear off the tab of the film pack and insert into the memo-holder 19 from above. Colour and lettering of this "original" prevent any error.
Focusing Open the viewfinder hood, fold up the magnifier 2 if needed. For focusing turn the focusing knob 29. Measured distance is readable at the "m" index. The range of depth-of-field can be determined via the stop numbers on both sides of the distance index 28. The standard focusing screen 6 offers three different focusing features: the central split-image wedge, the microprism ring the Fresnel ground glass screen itself. For many applications the standard focusing screen represents the optimum whereas special photography areas need additional inter-changeable focusing screens available in the accessories range. Selecting the frame The square grid on the standard focusing screen assists the vertical and horizontal alignment of the camera. The lines of the grid are 10 mm apart. Smaller images in 4.5 x 6 cm vertical or horizontal format as well as in 4 x 4 cm format can be framed by using the intersections of the grid lines. For eye-level viewing, press the frame finder flap 5 totally inwards until it clicks into place view through the diopter 14 (Rolleiflex 2.8 FX only). Alternatively to the standard viewfinder hood two prism viewfinder with 45 or 90 eyepiece are available as accessories.

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Releasing and exposing Unlock release: Throw safety lever 31 at release 30 from "locked" to "unlocked" (green dot). To ensure shakeless exposure, the release is provided with a cable release socket. Long time exposures ("B", over 1 sec): Press release and hold for time of exposure. The shutter will not close till you let go. For extreme long time exposures press release and "lock" with safety lever. Terminate exposure by "unlocking". (Caution: Do not shake the camera! Without touching the camera, shield the lens with your hand when opening and closing the shutter.)

Film transport and shutter tensioning After shooting: Unfold the crank 32, turn it clockwise until lock and back again to its starting position. The shutter is now cocked again and the camera is ready for operation. Only after release the crank can be operated again. Double exposures and blank frames are excluded. (Exception: Double exposures, see page 12.)

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Multiple exposures For trick- or combined exposures the double exposures prevention mechanism can be switched off (possible only with inserted film): After exposure turn notched release ring 33 next to the cranks hinge in direction of arrow and then turn crank through one complete revolution counter-clockwise until stop. This operation cocks the shutter for another exposure without film transport. After each exposure the described procedure can be repeated and the same frame can be exposed as many as requested.
Removing the film After the 12th exposure the crank can be turned freely. Wind up the remaining backing paper by three full revolutions. Open back cover in shadow conditions if ever possible. Pull spool knob 16 and remove film from the left. Fold backing paper widely (for more convenient tearing when developing) and stick fast. Keep the exposed film light-protected.
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Closing the viewfinder hood Fold down magnifier holder 3 between magnifier and viewfinder hood cover. Press both side sections inwards and release again so that the hood shuts automatically. If the frame finder had been used: Press in springy side sections and allow flap to spring up. Now close the viewfinder hood fully as described above. Detaching the viewfinder hood The standard viewfinder hood is easily detached for cleaning the camera or changing the viewfinder system: Unlock the hood by pressing both buttons 36 and remove it backwards. For setting on press the hood down and slide it towards the lens till both buttons 36 lock into place. Changing the magnifier for spectacle-wearers For focusing without spectacles the magnifier of the viewfinder hood can be interchanged by magnifiers with 3 diopters correction. For changing press the magnifier with open frame finder forwards at its back rim and lift up. Push the replacement magnifier forwards into holder accordingly and press home.
Changing the focusing screen Remove the viewfinder hood. Take hinged frame for focusing screen 37 on both the sides, pull backwards slightly and lift up. Take out the focusing screen. When inserting pay attention to the exact position of the screen between upper and lower strip and lateral guides. Take also care that the matt side of the screen faces towards the camera. Screens with lens have to be inserted with the lens on the upper side. For closing fold down the hinged frame and push forward.

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Flash operation The Rolleiflex is X-synchronized for all shutter speeds up to 1/500 sec. The camera offers two possibilities of flash connection: 1. To utilize the advantages of the TTL flash metering, the use of Rolleiflex-compatible flash systems is recommended. In conjunction with the Rolleiflex torch flash devices are particularly recommendable. The Rollei flash adapter SCA 356 offers the system conformity to all flash systems of well-known manufacturers supplying the SCA 300 system. With fully automatic TTL flash metering the light measurement is realized by a sensor installed in the camera which registers the light reflected from the film surface during the exposure. The special flash control electronics then regulates the quantity of light required for the specific subject. Filter factors of any attached filters will be taken into consideration automatically.

The system adapter Rollei SCA 356 is connected directly with the camera via the X-synchronizing contact (a) and the control contacts (b) of the hot shoe 22. Film speed setting is done on the adapter. The "flash ready" and computer control indication can be watched on the flash unit. Trial-flashing serves for utilizing the optimum aperture as follows: keep trying stop down as long as the exposure control indicator is illuminated. It is recommended to carry out the trial flashes using the multiple exposure function (only 1 frame is lost!). 2. Ordinary manual or computer flash units can be connected via the cameras hot shoe or the X-sychronizing socket 13.

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Most important accessories
Interchangeable viewfinders Two interchangeable viewfinders, as well as different bright focusing screens, ensure the ideal subject image is obtained for any task. The standard viewfinder hood serves for the vertical viewing and is fitted with an interchangeable magnifier ( 3 diopters, 3.1x magnification). The prism viewfinder with 45 or 90 eyepiece gives a right-reading and upright finder image. Soft leather carrying bag for the camera with standard viewing hood, attached filter and lens hood. Two zippers applied to each side of the bag serve for rapid ready for operation. During the exposure the bag remains at the camera. Hard carrying case Rugged hard case of black cowhide with detachable front, for the camera with standard folding finderhood. Offers optimum protection for the camera and instant readiness with the front swung down. Metal lens hood Rigid lens hood of black anodized aluminum, matched with lens focal length. With black leather case, suitable for attaching to camera strap. Effectively keeps out uncontrolled, contrast-degrading side light (flare). Tripod head Rolleifix Offers fast and convenient assembly of the Rolleiflex on the tripod. The camera only has to be slipped-in between two holding guides and to be secured by a rocking lever. The Rolleifix can permanently remain at the tripod. Pistol handgrip makes work easier and faster particular in connection with the 45 or 90 prism viewfinder. The right hand holds the camera at the grip and releases the shutter. The left hand operates the focusing knob. A leather loop secures grip and camera.

Flash adapter SCA 356 The Rollei flash adapter SCA 356 offers the system conformity to all flash systems of well-known manufacturers supplying the SCA 300 system. System connection is established by simply mounting the flash unit with the SCA adapter in the cameras hot shoe. This guarantees correct data input for system-conform flashing and perfect flash exposures. Bright focusing screen with central microprism ring and split-image wedge with split-image wedge, microprism ring, Fresnel ground glass screen, split-image wedge for most exact focusing on vertical lines, the microprism with adjusting criterion "flicker-free image". Ground glass screen with microstructure for sharp focusing over the whole image area. High-D-Screen for excellent viewfinder image and accurate focusing Super-bright focusing screen with micro structure surface for optimum assessment of depth of field and focusing. Split-image wedge for maximum focusing on vertical lines. Ground glass screen For most exact focusing. Particularly useful for creative photography where focusing aids may obstruct. Bright focusing screen with microfine structure for full-image area focusing and unobstructed composition. Bright focusing screen with microprism ring for rapid shooting with microprism ring and ground glass screen allows exact focusing even under poor light conditions. Adjusting criterion flicker-free-image. Rolleiflex 2.8 FX / 4.0 FW

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Remedy for handling faults
Problem Release cannot be pressed
Cause Release is locked Shutter is not locked Crank is in an intermediate position, not in the cocked end position 30 sec. "switched on" period has elapsed Battery discharged Battery polarity wrong
Exposure meter does not indicate Green LED does not light up when battery test button is pressed
Exposure balance is not possible
Unsuitable choice of film: high speed film in bright light slow film in weak light Fault measurement due to strong stray light via the viewfinder hood Important parts of the picture lay outside the measuring field Wrong set of film speed Flash unit not ready Flash energy to low respectively aperture too small
Picture is poorly exposed
When using flash with system adapter

Wrong set of film speed

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Remedy Unlock to release (turn) Swing the crank pendulous
Touch release button again Change battery Insert battery correctly Use a more suitable film
Cover viewfinder hood against stray light Refer to the measuring field of the exposure meter Set the correct film speed Pay attention to the "flash ready" indicator Pay attention to exposure indicator at the flash after exposure and if necessary repeat exposure with larger aperture Set the correct film speed on the adapter

Care of the camera The Rolleiflex requires the same care as any valuable piece of equipment that is expected to be reliable over a long period. To clean, please avoid chemical solvents; instead use the following well-proven methods: Remove dust with a soft camel-hairbrush or air blower. If requested clean the outer surface, breathe upon and polish them with lens cleaning paper. For protection against static, breathe upon them and allow the moisture to evaporate. Take special care in cleaning the focusing screen: Upper and lower side are rough, they must only be treated with a soft brush or air blower. Protect from dirt and finger marks! Protect to camera from long-term harmful effects of steam or dampness. High humidity in tropical or subtropical region threatens metal parts by corrosion and glass surfaces by fungus attack. Whenever possible, dry the camera frequently in fresh air and sunshine. Keep the film guide surfaces clean (particles of gelatine rubbed of the film are a breeding ground for fungus). When the camera is not be used over long periods, keep it in an airtight container with silica gel cartridges. Protect the camera with particular care from any kind of dirt.

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Technical data
Camera type Double lens reflex camera with TTL exposure meter and TTL flash automatic. Picture format 6 x 6 cm Film types 120-roll film for 12 pictures 6 x 6 cm Film speed Adjustable on the camera: ISO 25/15 to ISO 6400/39 Exposure metering Centre-weighted integral metering by means of 2 Siphoto elements. Indication in the viewfinder by 5 LEDs. Measuring range Light values 318/3.2100,000 asb/ 133,000 cd/m2 using ISO 100/21 film with lens f 2.8/80 mm. Lens Rolleiflex 2.8 FX: 80 mm Planar f/2.8, field of view 53, bayonet size III, focusing range - 1 m. Rolleiflex 4.0 FW: 50 mm Super-Angulon f/4, field of view 75, bayonet size IV, focusing range - 0,6 m. Shutter Leaf shutter (1 1/500 sec and B), X-synchronized. Stops and speeds coupled with exposure meter.
Viewfinder system Viewfinder lens Heidosmat 80 mm f/2.8 or 50 mm f/4. Viewfinder hood standard. Compensation of parallax corresponding to set distance. Interchangeable for 45 or 90 prism viewfinder. Exchangeable focusing screens. Flash synchronization 1/sec and B. Accessory shoe with centre synchronizing contact and contacts for TTL flash automatic in combination with system flash units and special adapter. X-synchronizing socket for plugs according to DIN 19003. Flash automatic TTL flash measurement on the film surface via additional Si-photo element. Film transport Transport crank coupled with shutter tension. Automatic stop at picture 1. Disconnectable double exposures stop. Frame counter from 1 12. Returns back to 0-position automatically when changing the film. Connections Cable release connection. Tripod bush1/4". Dimensions Rolleiflex 2.8 FX: H/W/L: 147 x 109 x 108 mm Rolleiflex 4.0 FW: H/W/L: 147 x 109 x 118 mm Weight Rolleiflex 2.8 FX: app. 1245 g Rolleiflex 4.0 FW: app. 1275 g