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ALPA REFLEX 10D User manual
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Perfect knowledgn of your
ALPA, all its functions
and features ot:ill give you,
the best protographic results.
Please study th,ese instructions
careJully, starting u;ith,
the brief instruction guide
attached to
the insicle bach cot)er.
PIGNONS S. A. Ballaigues (Switzerland)View original page 2Page 3 · Read text
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Instructions for use
of the
ALPA 10 d
The ALPA 10d and the complete ALPA mically streamlined for instant fingertip
system of photography are the culmina- controls, quickest operation and rapid
tion of over 30 years of research and action photography.
development, to meet the most demand- ALPA's ingenious, electronic behind-ing requirements of today's photo- the-lens meter system thinks for your.
graphers. Foregoing inaccurate and delicate link-
Purpose of this manual is to give you age systems, it couples optically-withcomplete instructions for the best any lens, any lens accessory, at any
possible performance from your ALPA distance, for an extreme film speed
eq u ip ment. range from 3-6400 ASA. The 3 CdSFor general information on photography, cells with highly sensitive galvanometer
please refer to the many excellent photo- compute absolutely precise exposure
graphic handbooks available. setti ngs.
The precision ground prism with paral-
A. THEALPAIOd.GENERAL temlax-free,guaranteesthrough-the-lensprecise framing,viewingfocus-sys-
DESCRIPTION ing and depth-of-field control-with any lens, at any distance. You have your
A masterpiece of Swiss precision choice of attractive chrome or deepengineering, the ALPA 10d is literally satiny black finish,with black, dark red
custom built to your order like the finest or dark green leather covering that is
Swiss watch. lt is an ALL-lN-ONE scuff proof, sweat proof and unaffected
camera of unbelievable versatility with by heat, cold and other climatic influ-
all desirable features, yet compact and ences.
lightweight for maximal convenience. The ALPA 1Od's uncompromisingly
Highly automated and functional-the solid and exclusive light metal construc-
ALPA 10d is virtually foolproof, for tion, is geared for more than 100,000utmost handling ease. Easy to frame, operations, withstands the most rugged
easy to focus, easy to expose, it is the use, for lifelong durability. lt is virtually
dream of picture taking simplicity. You impossible to deform the ALPA body.
can completely concentrate on your The complete range of f unctional
photographic assignment, without fum- accessories. more than 30 ALPA lenses
bling for a dial, a ring, or a knob-even and supplementary equipment fit the
when wearing gloves. earlier ALPA models, 4-5-6-7-8, 4b-5b-
Automatic, instant exposure readings, 7b-8b, 6c, 9d and 9f, with a few minor
clear visibility of exposure needle, dials exceptio ns.
and figures, rapid diaphragm and speed Every precaution has been taken to
settings, quickchange bayonet lens make the ALPA 'l0d as foolproof as
mount, high speed, short stroke wind- possible. Nevertheless, we strongly
ing lever (without removing ALPA from recommend that you read at least theyour eye), high speed parallelogram brief instruction guide (see inside back
rewind crank, etc.-everything is dyna- cover) before using your ALPA 10d.View original page 3Page 4 · Read text
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4) Shuttet Release provides for light readings, previewing
depth-of-field and accidental exposureLocated on the front of the ALPA 10d prevention. The lock does not f unction, itD) Fig. 2) the hair-trigger release instan- you release use cable a in the releasetaneously operates the quiet, lightning- the camera itself. button offast reflex-mirror and smooth-gliding,vibration-free shutter. Press your thumb For extreme wide angle lenses withagainst the camera back in the opposite protruding rear elements, the ALPA
direction, so as to hold your ALPA as mirror can be locked in its flip-up posi-
steadily as possible. The conical thread tion. Wind the high speed winding lever,inside the release button acceots a holding it in its extreme position andcable release (see page 21 ). All lenses depress the camera release button.with automatic diaphragm have integra- Then release both release button and
ted release buttons, which in turn lever. For smoothest possible shutterdepress the release button on the release with extreme telephoto lenses,camera. The flip-up reflex-mirror imme- lor ultra close-ups, photomicrography,diately returns to its normal position, etc. depress the release button veryafter the shutter is closed, even if you slowly, so that the mirror flips up firstkeep the release button depressed. and the shutter is released afterwards
Any vibration you may feel is caused by o nly.
the flipping down of the mirror, which Intentional double exposures can be
has no longer any influence on the taken as follows: After the first expo-
sharpness of the picture. sure press the rewind release knob at
the bottom of the ALPA (Q Fig. 6),
lmportant: lf you still depress the while operating the high-speed winding
release button when starting to wind the lever the second time. The film will not
camera, the mirror may not flip up for advance, so that a second exposure can
your next exposure and one frame would be taken on the same frame. However,
be lost. perfect registration cannot be guaran-The shutter release lock (V Fig. 2) teed, as the take-up spool is stillturning.View original page 6Page 8 · Read text
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naked eye. And it can still easily be
seen, when stopping down to small apertures for depth-of-fi eld control.
When using longer telephoto lenses or
close-up attachments, the upper edge
ol. the image may become slightly shad-
ed, because the reflex-mirroi does not
reflect the entire cone of light rays.
However, this has no effect whatsoever
on the actual picture. i'rltttt+i*l+1,i ffi The eyepiece of the ALPA 10d is equip- b Frg. ped with a large, soft-rubber eyecup to
exclude extraneous stray light. can lt
rotated for taking horizontal vertical and be , l-{r, B[!a0/( pictures. bayonet mount lts offers in-
stant interchanging with a magnifier or photograph. And last but not least. it isangle viewfinder. The standard 1:1 indispensable for extreme close-ups at ocular of the ALPA viewing system can high. magnifications and photomicro-
be replaced by a special 1:0,7eyepiece, graphy. The image is in perfect focus
so that people who wear glasses or have when both the serial image and one ofrecessed eyes easily see the entire the two lines (L Fig. 4) appear equally image. An adapter with standard diop- snarp.
ter or.prescription lenses snaps easily Bot-h semi-circular prisms will appear into the eyecup (see also page 22i. uniformly bright under normal iondi- tions. Under certain circumstances
(smaller lens apertures, close-up photo-
2) Focusing graphy) one of the semi-circular prisms
may appear to be shaded. In this caseTurn the focusing ring on the lens to you can align your image between the
set the p-rgper distance. You have your other, bri.ght p.rism of the split-imagechoice of 3 focusing methods: and the clear glass ring.
lmportant: The perfected optical sys- Grou n dg lass.a) of the ALPA 10d with 1: size i LIFE imageuntil is criticallyT ur n d i stansharp.ce setti n a r i n q tem magnification on the groundglass
b) 45o Diagonal Split-lmage Rangefinder makes focusing remarkably easy. How-
ever, this should not tempt you to takeThe standard groundglass sreen has a photographs of subjects which coverbuilt-in optical rangefinder with a 45o only a small part of the entire area. you
diagonal split-image, formed by a pair can easily avoid this by comparisonof prisms which appear as 2 sdmi- with the 3 rapid reference scales on the
circles (Fig. 5). You can 'veiticalpinpoint focus ALPA groundglass: The diameter offor both horizontal or lines the rangefinder is 3 mm, the width of the
ins.tantly-with any lens, at any distance. clear glass ring is 1 mm which brings
Select a specific detail in the-subject to the total diameter to 5 mm. The overallbe photographed and turn the foiusino length of the cross-hair is 10 mmring until the image in the 2 semi-circle6 (Fig. 3, 4 and reference 5). These 3 perfectis in alignment, with no displa- scales clearly indicate when different acement at the dividing line. Now your (telephoto) lens ought to be used. Theyfocus is perfect (Fig.3and 4). are even more useful for measurements
and comparisons in macro-photogra-The cle?r glass ring (aerial image) phv.
around the rangefinder (diam. S mhipermits see-everything visually ygu to c) Distance Scalesharp, which is tfrir in front or UetrinO
depth-of-field zone of sharpness on the interchangeable ALPA lenses are cali-groundglass. You can also use for brated with preset it distance scales torapid location of the subject you wish to specific distance, where focusing on theaView original page 8Page 14 · Read text
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are set with the diaphragm ring (G).
The disc (H) on the release button
changes the diaphragm from automatic
(opposite two white dots) to manual
(opposite single white dot).
d) Schneider Zoom Lenses
ALPA-Variogon 45-100 mm f/2.8
ALPA-Tele-Variogon 80-240 mm f/4
(Fis. 17)
The automatic diaphragm is controlled
by the cable release and pistolgrip, and
can be disconnected by removing them.
The small metal lock on top of the
camera mount allows instant rotation of
camera from horizontal to vertical
position (separate leaflet on request).
4) Other Lenses
Diaphragms and apertures are set with
the usual focusing and diaphragm rings
(see also separate leaflet).
a) Kilfitt lenses with preset diaphragm
ALPA-Macro-Kilar 40 mm f/2.8 Model D Fis. 18
focuses down to 2" (reproduction 1:1
ratio)
ALPA-Macro-Kilar 40 mm f/2.8 Model E
focuses down to 4" (reproduction 'l :2
ratio)
ALPA-Super-Macro-Kilar mm f/2.8 90 1:1, Fis. 19focuses ratio to 5" (reproductionFis. 18) attaches without standard
mount to Combextan bellows for fo-
cusing from infinity to ultra close-ups
(see page 20).
ALPA-Pan Tele-Kilar300 mm f/4
focuses to 5112
ALPA-Tele-Kilar 600 mm f/5.6
b) Schneider Lenses with preset
diaphragm
ALPA-Xenar 75 mm f/3.5
ALPA-Tele-Xenar 360 mm f/5.5
c) Kinoptik lenses
ALPA-Super-Tegea 1.9 mm f/l,9
(image of 8.7 mm diam.)
ALPA-Tegea 9.8 mm l/1.8 (18 x 24 mm
coverage)
ALPA-Kinoptik l8 mm f/1.8 Apochro-
mat ('18 x 24 mm coverage)
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G. HOW TO HOLD YOUR H. COMPLETE RANGE OF
ALPA ALPA ACCESSORIES
The right hand sets the speed dial, 1) ALPA Filters (Fig. 25)
winds the ALPA with the high speed The complete set of solid snap-inwinding lever and releases. filters, precision ground of finest opti-The lelt hand adjusts the exposure by cal glass dyed-in-the-mass, plane paral-turning the aperture ring and focuses lel and coated on both surfaces. match
the lens. the superior quality of the ALPA lenses.The ALPA remains in perfect balance ALPA tradename and the filter number
and at eye level at all times. for the various color tints are marked on
Fig.24 shows the method of holding the the filter itself.ALPA with preselected shutter speed Polarizing filters are also available forand turning the diaphragm to cr:nter the most ALPA lenses,
needle. Gelatine discs in ALPA filter mount orFig. 23 shows the method of holding the empty mounts can be supplied for colorcamera with preselected f/stop and tints not available as dyed-in-the-massturning the speed dial to center the glass filters.
needle. Each filter is individually inspected and
carries an unconditional guarantee for
ootical excellence.
Most ALPA filters snap into the front of
the lens or on top of another fiiter with
a slight pressure. Remove them by a
gentle pull and a slight turn (separate
filter leaflet on request).
Fig. 25
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mage. When using botn a supplemen-
tary close-up and a filter, mount the
close-up lens first, then snap the filter
on top of it.
3) ALPA Lens l'{oods (Fis.27)
Most lens hoods snap on the outside of
the lens mount, independent of the
filters, by a slight pressure on the loop
of the flat spring. When not in use, they
can be reversed and slipped over the
lens, so that they fit into the everready,
lens or compartment cases.
4) Photomicrography (Fig. 28)
The microfix adaoter fits the ALPA
without lens to any standard micro-
Fig.26 scope with 25 mm outside diameter, for photomicrography. The special micran
adapter can be made to order to fit
other microscopes.
The inversbag lens inversion ring sys-
2) Supplementary Close-Up Lenses tem fits the ALPA with lens to micro-
(Fig.26) scopes. (See also 8 below.)
Both combinations reouire the use of
You have your choice between * I (for the tuban A 4 and 3 extension tubes orsize A and B diam.) and * 0,5 diopters a bellows attachment and a cable
(for size B diam, only) release. The behind-the-lens CdS meter
Whenever a supplementary close-up system offers precise exposure readings
lens is used, the diaphragm should be through the microscope (separate book-
stopped down {urther to get a sharp et on req uest).
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www.butkus.us Fig. 28 5) Endoscopic Photography etc. The endobag adapter fits the ALPA to endoscopes, bronchoscopes and other instruments, for endoscopic photogra- phy etc. 6) TUBAN Extension Tubes Fig. 29 shows the complete set, consist- ing of the following components: 2 intermediate rings tuban A (outside Fis. 31 bayonet, inside thread) and tuban B (inside thread and outside bayonet) with a total extension of 6 mm, plus the actual extension tubes tuban 4 (48 mm), 3 (24 mm),2 (12 mm) and 1 (6 mm), with a total length of 96 mm. Their use is shown in Fig. 30 with tuban A and B between camera body and lens, while the actual extension tubes tuban 4,3,2, 1 fit between the rings A and B accord- ing to the required extension. The extension tubes can also be usedwithout tuban A and B rings. if a lens with detachable mount is used like the ALPA-Xenar 75 mm f/3.5 or the ALPA- Tele-Xenar 360 mm f/5.5.View original page 22
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of the plunger from being transferred
to the ALPA itself.
When using a wide angle lens such as
the 28 mm or 24 mm, check the position
of the cable release, so that it does not
interfere with the picture.
The automatic lens diaphragm feature
is retained by using the bipres twin
cable release (Fig.36). lts plungers must
be adjusted in such a way that the lens
diaphragm closes before the camera
shutter is released.
12) Prescription Lenses for Viewing
Gig. a2)
Most wearers of glasses can focus
perfectly on the groundglass or with the
split-image rangefinder of the ALPA
'10d. For photographers who have diffi-
culties in accommodating their eyes,
the montur adapter for prescription
lenses is recommended. lt snaps easily
into the reflex eyecup and can be
supplied with standard coral correction
lenses of + 1, + 2, + 3, + 4, and 1, 3 diopters. Special prescription- -2,lenses- can be fitted to the adapter by a
local optician.
l3) Everready Cases (Fig. 39/a0)
Available in dark brown or black wash-
able, top quality cowhide, the streamlin-
ed everready case protects the ALPA
Fig. 41 10d with any lens from 35 mm to 75 mm focal length. The drop front with snap
fastener (Fiq. a0) can easily be detached
from the main case. The camera is held
securely inside the case by the bottom
screw which has its own tripod socket.
A special soft case with round shaped
shoulder strap (benblak) holds the
ALPA with larger and longer lenses,
such as 24 mm,28 mm, 75 mm, 90 mm,
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14) Shoulder Strap (Fig. a1)
Made of round shaped, braided leather
the adjustable shoulder strap attaches
to the 2 recessed sockets on both sides
of the ALPA 10d. This is an invaluable
accessory, whenever you use your
ALPA without case.
15) ALPA Lens Cases (Fig. 43)
A complete set of well padded leather
cases with zippers protects the inter-
changeable ALPA lenses against dus.
and shock (see charts on page 27).
16) ALPA Gadset Baqs (Fig. 44)
These sturdily built carry-all cases come
in black leather with red velvet lin-
ing. Special "velcro" dividers can be
moved and compartments re-arranged
according to the equipment used. 1 or 2
ALPA camera with standard lens.
lenshood, 2-4 ALPA lenses and a
number of accessories will easily fit.
The inside cover accommodates the
pistol grip with shoulder support,
filters and additional accessories. The Fis. 43case is locked with a key for best possi-
ble protection. Dimensions: 11" long,
5" deep and 9" high.
17) ALPA Electric Motor (Fig. 45)
The electric motor converts the ALPA
into an automatic camera for rapid
action and sequence photography.
Operated by a compact, rechargeable
12 rodbattery Volt DC or a transformer- '110rectifier ACl12 Volt Volt DC, it Fig. 44View original page 26Page 27 · Read text
l9) ALPA 100 Ft. Magazine (Fis. 46)
Completing the ALPA electro-automa-
tic recording system is this indispen-
sable tool for large volume photography.
Accepting standard 100 ft. daylight
loading reels, the ALPA 100 ft. maga-
zine offers uninterrupted sequences of
up to 800 exposuresr without winding
and reloading.
It is equipped with a built-in cutting
knife and a resettable exposure counter
that both adds and subtracts. Exacting
pin registration, as found only in the
most sophisticated 35 mm professional
movie cameras, guarantees an unbelie-
Fig. 45 vable spacing accuracy of 0.02 mm !
(separate booklet on request).
20) ALPA 18 x 24 mm (17 x 22.5 mm)
Half Frame Gameras
When used with the 100 ft. magazine
these special ALPA 10d models pro-
vide up to'1600 uninterrupted expo-
sures, with the same spacing accuracy
automatically transports the film, counts of 0.02 mm ! They are ideally suited forthe exposures and cocks the shutter. filmstrips, education, sales promotion,
You press the red button for automatic training, any AV application, etc.one-by-one shots, the blue button for
uninterrupted automatic sequences
(separate booklet on request). 21) ALPA Timer and Programmer
The tempo timer provides preset inter-
18) ALPA Remote Releases vals from 1-72 seconds and time expo- sures from 1/1000-36 seconds.
The ALPA electric motor can also be The intermo programmer offers one-by-
operated by remote control from dis- one shots with preset intervals from
tances up to 300 ft., or with a wireless 1 second to 27 hours, or sequences of
remote release from up to 2 miles 1-10 exposures with preset intervals
(separate booklet on request). from'l-100 seonds. Time exposures can
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Fis.47
be setlrom 1/1000-100 seconds (separate easily solves any problems of copY
booklet on request). work and macro-photography, includ- ing ultra close-ups, copying of small
and large documents, duplicating of22, ALPA Macrostat (Fig.47) slides and film-strips, etc.
This collapsible, easily portable minia- Special components such as refiectors,ture photo stLrdio is ideally suited for close-up light, adjustable macro and
copy work as well as indoor and outdoor micro-stages, two-way mirror, film, du-
close-up (Macro-) photography. lt plicating attachment, groundspikes, ca-
combines light-weight compactnes, mera cradle, etc. give the Macrostat lite-
rugged stability, closest tolerances and rally unlimited possibilities.
extreme versatility with utmost ease Originally designed for the ALPA, the
and speed of operation. Thanks to the Macrostat can also be used with anyingenious modular design for multiple other 35 mm and most 2 114 x 2114'
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knowledge only extensive and skills, but I. USEFUL ALPA HINTS guarantee also tools. Your special
ALPA cameras are well known for their becomes void, if the ALPA or ALPA
exceptionally solid and exclusive light- lenses are serviced by any unauthorized metal construction that withstands the person or service station.
most rugged use, This has been proved
time and again under the most trying 8) The ALPA is not watertight. Special climatic conditions, in many expeditions water-tight cases are available for
to the artic, the tropics, the ocean underwater photcgraphy. lf the camera depths and up the highest mountains is dropped accidentally into the water,
of the world. it should be dried immediately and sent
Nevertheless, the ALPA is also a at once to an authorized service station precision instrument, which deserves or to the ALPA factory. lf dropped
your continued care, so as to maintain into salt water, the camera must first
its high performance standards. The be rinsed several times in fresh watersame principle applies to all ALPA len- before being dried. lf salt water driesses and accessories, Please pay special inside the camera, the increasingattention to the following points: concentration of salt will erode the metal components including chronne,1) Protect your ALPA from sudden and destroy the mechanism.blows and falls, by using a carrying
case. Avoid continuous vibration (on 9) Standard 35 mm film c-artridges may
the floor of a car close to the propeller sometimes be faulty. When loadingshaft, on the luggage grid of a motor- your ALPA make sure that the film
cycle, etc.) moves easily out of the cartridge and
2) Do not leave your ALPA wound that its lips are not too tight or dented.during prolonged periods of time. lf the film does not pull out freely, gently insert a penknife blade between
3) Keep your ALPA away from dust, the back of the film and the lip of the
wind-blown sand and too much humi- cartridge and open the mouth slightly.
dity. ln the tropics keep it in an airtight Make sure that there are no loose velvet
container together with a desiccating threads hanging from the cartridge lips.
agent such as silica gel. In winter, when They may tear lose and get caught in the
carrying your ALPA f rom outdoors film window, which produces shadows
into a warm room, metal and glass on your photographs.
surfaces may become misted over with
condensation. Do not wipe this off, but 10) Register your ALPA with the agent
wait until the mist disappears as the in your country to validate the warranty.
camera warms up.
4) Clean the film channel and pressure 11) lf your ALPA is lost or stolen,
plate from time to time with a piece to report the serial number of both camerafluff-free cloth (never use cotton or and lens to your dealer, the ALPAwool). agents in your country or the ALPA factory immediately. This is the only5) Do not touch the reflex-mirror with possible method of finding the camera
your fingers, which may smudge or and returning it to you. We strongly
scratch its surface. Your nearest dealer recommend that you insure your ALPA
or service station will be happy to clean equipment.
it for you.
6) Dci not try to lubricate the ALPA 12) Over 40 % of the ALPA factory aremechanism and shutter. They are engaged in most severe, total qualitygeared for more than 100,000 operations controls, certified by an inspection labelwithout lubrication. attached to every ALPA. And each ALPA carries a world-wide guarantee
7) Do not attempt to dismantle the for highest mechanical, electronic and
ALPA. This operation requires not optical performance.View original page 29Page 30 · Read text
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Table of interchangeable ALPA lenses, lenshoods, filter and cases
lens f:mm 1: Ienshood filter case
Retrofocus 24 3,5 aucun filtrado reblak
Retrofocus 28 3,5 aucun filtrado reblak
Curtagon 35 2,8 curtabe filtrabe reblak w/o lenshood
et reblak with lenshood
PA-Curtagon 35 4,0 cu rtabe
Macro-Kilar 40 2,8 ecrana reblak
Xenon 50 1,9 omxabe filtrabe reblak
Macro-Switar 50 1,8 omxabe filtrabe reblak
Xenar 75 3,5 omxana filtrana xetdark
Alfitar 90 2,5 telebe filtrabe reblak w/o lenshood
mulblak with lenshood
Macro-Kilar 90 2,8 aucun filtrana/ noblak
fitkitt
Apochromat 100 2 parso filtrado noblak
Tele-Xenar 135 3,5 telebe filtrabe reblak Apochromat 150 2,8 parast filtrado kinblak
Alitar 180 4,5 alibe filtrabe mulblak Pan-Tele-Kilar 300 4,0 parast filkitt trade
incl
Tele-Xenar 360 5,5 parante x filtran texblak Sport-Fern- 600 5,6 parast filkitt trave
Kilar incl
Variogon 45-100 2,8 incl filvar pafour
Tele-Variogon 80-240 4,0 incl befil pafour
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
OF THE DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Page Page
A. The ALPA 10d - General 9) Lens Caps 12
Description 1 10) Infra-Red Photography 12
B. External Control 2 F. Exposure Readings 13
1) Winding 2 1) Basic Principles 13
2) Setting of ASA Film Speed 2) Two Methods 14
Rating 2 a) Correct Aperture for
3) Setting of Shutter Speed 2 given Shutter Speed 4) Shutter Release 3 (Fiq.24) 't4
5) Selftimer 4 b) Correct Shutter Speed for
6) Flash Synchronization 4 given Aperture (Fig. 23) 14
c. Framing, Focusing and 3) Recommendations 14
Depth-of-Field Control 4 4) Range of CdS Meter-System 15
1) Single-Lens Reflex System 4 5) Battery Change 15 2',t Focusing 5 6) Filter Factors 15
a) Ground Glass 5 G. How to Hold Your ALPA 17
b) 45o Diagonal Split-lmage H. Gomplete Range of
Rangefinder 5 ALPA Accessories 17
c) Distance Scale 5 1) ALPA Filters (Fig,25) '17
D. Loading and Unloading 6 2) Supplementary Close-Up 1) Loading 6 Lenses (Fig.26) 18 2) Unloading 8 3) ALPA Lens Hoods (Fis.27) 18
E. The usual ALPA lenses I 4) Photomicrography (Fig. 28) 18
1) Changing of Lenses 8 5) Endoscopic Photography
2) Standard 50 mm Lenses with etc. 19
Automatic Diaphragm 9 6) TUBAN Extension Tubes 19
a) Kern ALPA-Macro- 7) Bellows Attachments 20
Switar 50 mm f/1 .8 a) NIVEX and DOVEX
Apochromat (Fig, 13) 9 Bellows 20
b) Schneider ALPA-Xenon b) ALPA COMBEXTAN
50 mm f/1.9 (Fig. 1a) I ' Bellows System (Fig. 32) 20
3) Wide Angle and Telephoto Lenses 8) INVERSBAG Lens
with Automatic Diaphragm 10 lnversion Ring System
a) Schneider Lenses 10 (Fis. 35) 21
b) Angenieux Lenses 10 9) USAN Camera Cradle
c) Kinoptik Apochromate 10 (Fis. 36) 21
d) Schneider Zoom Lenses 11 10) KIGRIP Pistol Grip with
4) Other Lenses 1'l Shoulder Support (Fig. 37) 2l
a) Kilfitt Lenses with preset 11) Cable Realeses 21
diaphragm 11 12) Prescription Lenses for b) Schneider Lenses with Viewins (Fig.42l 22 preset diaphragm 13) Everready Cases (Fig.39/a0) 22
c) Kinoptik Lenses 11 14) Shoulder Strap (Fig. 41) 23
5) Special Lenses 12 15) ALPA Lens Cases (Fig. a3) 23 a) Schneider ALPA 16) ALPA Gadset Bags (Fis.44) 23
PA-Curtagon 35 mm 17) ALPA Electric Motor
f/a (Fiq. 19) 12 (Fis. a5) 23
b). Zeiss ALPA-Luminar 18) ALPA Remote Releases 24
25 mm f/3.5 Special 1e) ALPA 100 Ft. Magazine
Close-up Lens 't2 (Fis. aO) 24 6) Depth-of-Field 12 20) ALPA 18 x 24 mm (17 x 22.5 mm)
7) Relation between Distance Half Frame Cameras 24
and lmage-to-Subject or 21) ALPA Timer and Programmer 24
Reproduction Ratio 12 22) ALPA Macrostat (Fig. a7) 25
8) Exposure Factors 12 t. Useful ALPA Hints 26View original page 31Page 36 · Read text
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Eyepiece can be for vertical
pictures.
Loading camera:
The take-up spool should be
turned by hand until one layer of
the film is wound around it,
Battery (sign * facing towards
you).
Coupling knob to be pressed
before rewinding film.To open camerabody, turn key to r:
the right, then pull,View original page 36Page 40 · Read text
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* lf a cable release is inserted directly in the shutter release D (Fig. 2), the
shutter lock V is ineffective and the reading should be taken before the
shutter is wound on. When a cable release is fitted into the release D (Fig.2),
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