Preparing the Camera for Loading
On the PLATINUM PANAFLEX set the Digital Indicator to the desired display by pressing the MODE switch. The mode will change as follows:
CAMERA SPEED (fps) + FOOTAGE (exposed)
CAMERA SPEED (fps) + METERAGE (exposed)
CAMERA SPEED (fps) + SHUTTER ANGLE (°)
TIME CODE TIME OF DAY
TIME CODE USER BITS
(See page 93 for illustrations)
‘FIL’ in the bottom left corner indicates a gelatin filter holder is in place.
If an extension eyepiece is fitted, semi-tighten the friction lock at the viewfinder ‘elbow’ where ‘LOCK’ is engraved.
Release the eyepiece leveller link arm by squeezing together the pair of levers below the underside of the extension eyepiece and stow on the rest.
Disconnect the PANACLEAR eyepiece heater cable ...
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