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Mr. Dunn,
Instead of flapping your gums here about the posts on the Lexar cards which could have devistating effects on another photo.netters photog business or personal life; why don't you keep your useless comments to yourself.
Do yourself a favor and pick up a used camera, go outside and smell the roses, you might even find it enjoyable to take a few photos...
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Lexar Announces Firmware Fix
By Ron Eggers
June 8, 2005 ? Lexar and Canon have found that data can be lost on
some Lexar 80X CompactFlash memory cards as they're being written to
by a Canon 20D, Rebel XT, or Canon 1D and 1Ds Mark II digital
cameras. Lexar has issued updated firmware to correct the problem,
however, it is not possible for customers to install the updated
firmware. The cards must be exchanged for replacement cards with the
updated firmware installed at the factory.
The company says the advisory only affects certain Professional 80x-
speed CompactFlash cards, in particular the 512MB, 1GB, 2GB, and 4GB
cards with the last 4 digits of the card edge stamp being A4B6 or
9171.
Requesting a firmware update is easy. Go to the
http://store.lexar.com/firmware/ web page to see if your card needs
updating and to get the Return Materials Authorization (RMA) form.
Once the form is completed, you will be issued a RMA number. For
those without Internet access, an alternative approach is to call the
Professional Support line at 510/413-1233 and ask for a RMA number.
You will then be instructed to send the card to the nearest Lexar
office where your card will be exchanged for a card with the updated
firmware installed. Replacement cards cannot be processed without a
RMA number.
(Contact Ron Eggers at Newswatch@earthlink.net)
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Lexar Announces Firmware Fix
By Ron Eggers
June 8, 2005 ? Lexar and Canon have found that data can be lost on some Lexar 80X CompactFlash memory cards as they're being written to by a Canon 20D, Rebel XT, or Canon 1D and 1Ds Mark II digital cameras. Lexar has issued updated firmware to correct the problem, however, it is not possible for customers to install the updated firmware. The cards must be exchanged for replacement cards with the updated firmware installed at the factory.
The company says the advisory only affects certain Professional 80x-speed CompactFlash cards, in particular the 512MB, 1GB, 2GB, and 4GB cards with the last 4 digits of the card edge stamp being A4B6 or 9171.
Requesting a firmware update is easy. Go to the http://store.lexar.com/firmware/ web page to see if your card needs updating and to get the Return Materials Authorization (RMA) form. Once the form is completed, you will be issued a RMA number. For those without Internet access, an alternative approach is to call the Professional Support line at 510/413-1233 and ask for a RMA number. You will then be instructed to send the card to the nearest Lexar office where your card will be exchanged for a card with the updated firmware installed. Replacement cards cannot be processed without a RMA number.
(Contact Ron Eggers at Newswatch@earthlink.net)
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Just prior to sunset next to a Boeing 747.
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don't know if this is the correct way to use it , but, when i use my 1D in Ai servo mode, i have the single red focus rectangle in the center of the viewer when i push the shutter button half way down. I can track any fast moving sports with the shutter button pushed halfway down and it constantly auto focuses. I can track players or a fast moving baseball using this technique.(shutter button halfway down)
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By the way, the lenses are so sharp that you will need to look at the Softar filters when shooting womans portraits, every blemish will be on your negs. Also, the depth of field is very narrow, i have a headshot on the wall in front of me with the eyelashes in extreme sharpness and the ears in soft focus, man its nice! That one was with the 180.
Not sure which viewer you are using, but, if you have the AE prism, be sure to get the flip-up magnifier that fits on the AE and the PD viewer. It magnifies the center of the image so that you can focus on each individual eyelash! I didn't know about the item for several years. I got one for a spare they are so good.
here's a link for some used ones, starting at under a hundred dollars.
http://www.keh.com/shop/product.cfm?bid=RZ&cid=14&sid=newused&crid=11191474
Don't leave home without it!
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I have both versions of the 50, the 65, the 110 , the 150 , a couple of 180's and the 250. The 150 is a nice head and shoulders lens, the 180 a headshot lens, the 110 appears to be your logical step. you can get great examples used from the following..
http://www.keh.com/shop/product.cfm?bid=RZ&cid=06&sid=newused&crid=11191345
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I've brought the 400 f2.8L and a monopod with the F1N to every game i've been to at Texas Ranger Stadium as well as the 500 f4.5L at other times. I always called their customer relations office several days before just to have someones name in case there was trouble. Never had to call anyone though. I've purchased the seat in front of mine at various times and just threw my case on the seat.
At the American Airlines arena when the dallas Stars were playing I was glad i had gotten a faxed memo indicating that I could shoot the game without flash. I used the 400 f2.8.
On another instance at the AA arena, i had to call a third cousin to come to the entrance from the room where all the video feeds go, to pull some strings. I was carrying the FD 200 f1.8L.
The security told me to have a nice time after I made the call...
Call their customer relations office a few days prior. Offer the person some prints and maybe a margarita or two...
I have some of the baseball shots enlarged to 20 by 30 inches and mounted to gatorfoam, awesome shots.
I've got one of the diamondbacks enlargements on the wall in front of me, number 8 Ordaz.. with the ball frozen on the top of his bat with the catchers head and glove just behind it, you can count the threads on the ball.Foul tip..
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RB cocking lever stuck forward
Willis Crawford - 11:46pm Jul 12, 2004 EST
Hello, I am new to the forum and medium format cameras but have enjoyed and benefited from many of the discussions here. I, like lots of people are doing now that the pro's are moving to the digital realm, recently took possession of a PRO-S discard.
All was well till I tried to dry fire it the second time. After releasing the shutter the first time (worked great, lense shutter timed and mirror stayed up) I attempted to re-cock the shutter/mirror only when the cocking lever reached the full forward position it would not return to home. It did cock the lense shutter and lower the mirror to the view position. Since then I have tried to find something I was doing wrong to cause the lockup but can't seem to find a fix either. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated. Keep up the great work.
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Danny Cirillo - 09:17am Jul 13, 2004 EST (1.)
Mamiya America Corporation
Willis: This could be either a body or lens problem, a flaw in one or both of these pieces could cause the lever to jam. If some manipulation and wiggling cannot free the lever, do not force anything, just send the camera to our Service Dept. for examination.
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Willis Crawford - 09:40pm Jul 13, 2004 EST (1.1)
Hi Danny,
Thanks for the prompt reply. The lever has about 1/2 inch of springy travel before hitting what I would call the end of mechanical travel. I can see the cocking ring for the shutter track the levers motion. I tried different positions of the shutter release locking collar in case it was fouling. I followed the instructions for manually cocking the lense before installing it and I can trip the lense shutter manually with it removed from the body. I have put the RB lense on an RZ body and it seems to quite happy. It fires without any problems at any speed setting. Out of novice curiosity can the RB body be fired without a lense or back installed?
I was practising with film loading with some Tri-X 120 just to get familiar with the process when this all happened. I am not familiar with service pricing for this level of camera but at the price I obtained this camera the body could almost be considered disposable. The shipping alone would approach it's value. Is there a fee for evaluations? I will pursue that line with the service dept. I think you're right on about needed professional help on the body though. Since I'm a newbie to the camera I was hoping there was some sequence I didn't follow that could be corrected. Sorry to be so wordy but thanks a million. It's so rare to deal people any more in this computer based world. I've become too accustomed to VRUs (Virtual Response Units). Have some fun everyday, Willis
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Paul Breitkreuz - 10:20pm Jul 13, 2004 EST (2.)
Willis, in just a quick general review it sounds like you removed the lens off the RB body and tried it on the RZ and it works fine. To answer your question on testing the camera body by itself, you should be able to cock and fire it with the lens off. It basically just moves the mirror up and when the release button is tripped it drops the mirror back in place. I would work the lens and body seperate for a few tries before reinstalling the lens. As Danny stated, DO NOT force anything if it does not feel right. However, working the two units independently should not be any problem.......good luck.....Trailimages.com
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Willis Crawford - 11:14pm Jul 14, 2004 EST (2.1)
Hi Paul, I have lots luck, it's just mostly bad. Looks like it's time to send it in to the Gurus. With the lense off and the back off there is no return of the cocking lever. It's not jammed tight something just seems to prevent it from returning. I did remove the bottom plate just to take a look and found a very tiny ball (approx 1/64 inch) bearing stuck to the grease of one of the gears of the center line guide. There are more than likely more ball bearings loose or missing somewhere else. Not much else happens. I'll send it in to see the wizards. Thanks for all the help. Least now I don't think I did it. You fellows do a great service here, thanks a bunch for being patient with the newbies. "Experience is what you get when you make a mistake, Wisdom is what you get when you have a lot of Experience." Regards, Willis
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dude,
look here
http://www.keh.com/shop/product.cfm?bid=RB&cid=02&sid=newused&crid=11183503
you can get a used body from KEH who always checks their stuff for $84.00 USD for a bargain condition and a little more for one in excellent! I'd grab a spare for that price!
Do you have any other lenses that you can use while yours is in the shop?
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wondering if the paperclip trick works on the RZ as well?
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sorry for the double post, a computer glitch , i guess.
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Dude,
I just called Mamiya America, the distributor for Mamiya in the USA. I spoke to the guy in the service dept and he said he used to run or manage the service dept. I read your post to him and he said , yeah, he's got a jammed camera. I think they pay him the big dollars for that brilliant deductive reasoning! He said that first off they can't work on cameras from other countries, has to do with their agreements with Mamiya Japan. He said that basically he could not give any information out over the phone because of liability and you need to send it to the Authorized Mamiya distributor in your country.
He said not to try to take it apart but to send it in...
sorry Mate! not so simple...
he did aknowledge the paperclip trick for removing the lens but says it could do damage if not done properly...
He recommends always firing the camera and lens and not leaving them cocked for long periods of time.#$%^
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Dude,
I just called Mamiya America, the distributor for Mamiya in the USA. I spoke to the guy in the service dept and he said he used to run or manage the service dept. I read your post to him and he said , yeah, he's got a jammed camera. I think they pay him the big dollars for that brilliant deductive reasoning! He said that first off they can't work on cameras from other countries, has to do with their agreements with Mamiya Japan. He said that basically he could not give any information out over the phone because of liability and you need to send it to the Authorized Mamiya distributor in your country.
He said not to try to take it apart but to send it in...
sorry Mate! not so simple...
he did aknowledge the paperclip trick for removing the lens but says it could do damage if not done properly...
He recommends always firing the camera and lens and not leaving them cocked for long periods of time.
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its shorted out inside. Send it in for service to a Strobe repair facility!
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Have you even bothered to check the prices at B&H?
They have an excellent reputation world wide and will ship to whereever you are located.
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hey dude,
i'll try to remember to call Mamiya tech services in new york tomorrow when they open and i'll read the post to them for some ideas...
get back to you tomorrow , mate..
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Its simple Simon, just call Mamiya America Corp in Elmsford New York and ask their repair guys. Their number 914 347-3300. Let us know what turns out... good luck dude!
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Arjen,
Which camera and lens setup will you be using? I've shot from the cockpit of a twin cessna turboprop directly at the spinning props (4-bladed) at 1/16,000th to freeze the blades and was able to count the screw heads on the prop spinner. At the moment, I can't recall what iso I shot at..
The prop rpm was 1900 rpm at cruise.
I would guess that the planes you'll be shooting will have a prop rpm of about 2300 rpm maybe higher but you can do some research on the big engines from Lycoming and Continental.
By the way, Red Bull Air Race has a big web site for you to check out.
Don't limit yourself, you have the ISO variable that you can play with.
Maybe consider a GOOD circular polarizing filter as well for this event. The cheap ones are garbage..
Don't forget your sunblock , water, wide brimmed hat, and plenty of that German beer to help you creatively..
The angle that you stand from the plane will have a bearing on your shots and being able to catch them clearly, straight on will be much easier than at a right angle. You might want to make a shot list prior to the event so you don't get caught up in all the noise and can concentrate.
Forget the tripod! Depending on the lens you might consider a monopod.
Can you also consider a very wide angle to catch the surroundings with the planes.
good luck.
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gracias amigos!
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Which flash extender? Need more info please...
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AI SERVO mode...
RZ67 L-Grip problem
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