Modern Classic SLRs Series : Nikon F5 - Instruction Manual - Part XVII

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Special Focusing Situations in Autofocus Autofocus operation depends on general lighting, subject contrast and detail, and other technical factors. In rare situations where autofocus (and manual focus with Electronic Rangefinder is not possible, blinks telling you to focus manually with the clear matte field or perform autofocus on another subject located at the same distance.

A. Very dark subject Focus manually with clear matte field, or for Single Servo AF, focus on another brighter subject located at the same distance, then lock the focus and recompose, To perform autofocus with Speedlights AF-assist illuminator, use a Nikon AF Speedlight (SB-27, SB-26, SB-25, SB-23, SB-22s, SB-22 or SB-20),

B. Low-contrast subject Focus manually with clear matte field, or for Single Servo AF, focus on another subject at the same distance but with more contrast, then lock focus and recompose.

C. Strongly backlit subject, bright subject with shiny surface such as silver or aluminum, or scene in which there is a pronounced difference in brightness. Use Single Area AF mode and select subject's focus area (page 38) or focus manually with clear matte field.

In the following situations, ignore in-focus indicator :
• Subject obscured by an object, such as a fence, in the foreground Use Single Area AF mode and select subject's focus area or focus manually with clear matte field.
• With an extremely bright object near your subject Use Single Area AF mode and select subject's focus area or focus manually with clear matte field.
• When using a linear polarizing fill or other special filter such as a soft-focus filter. Focus manually with clear matte field.
• Circular polarizing Filter can be used in connection with autofocus operation.

Trouble Shooting the Nikon F5

LCD panel	viewfinder	shutter	cause & remedy
No indication	No indication	Locked	Batteries are completely exhausted or improperly installed, Rotate power switch to OFF and replace batteries.
appears	-	can be accessed	Batteries are nearing exhaustion. Have a fresh set ready.
blinks	-	Locked	Batteries are just about exhausted. Rotate power switch to OFF and replace batteries with a fresh set.
blinks E appears red Alert LED also blinks		Locked	Film is incorrectly positioned. Reload film.
, , blink	blinks	Locked	non-DX-coded film or film with unacceptable DX code is loaded, Set manually to correct film speed
blinks Alert LED also lights		Locked	Film has reached end of roll. Rewind film
blinks	blinks	can be accessed	Programmed Auto or Shutter-Priority Auto exposure mode, lens is not set to the smallest aperture setting. Set lens to the smallest aperture.

LCD panel	viewfinder	shutter	cause & remedy
appears	appears	can be accessed	With built-in CPU lens in Aperture-Priority Auto or Manual exposure mode, lens is NOT set to the smallest aperture setting. To set aperture with the Sub-Command Dial, set lens to the smallest aperture. Aperture can also be set by rotating the lens aperture ring, In this case, remains in the viewfinder and top LCD panel, and aperture can only be confirmed through the aperture direct-readout in viewfinder. **
blinks red Alert LED also blinks		Locked	F5 has detected abnormality in the shutter diaphragm. Turn camera power off once and on again. If the same warnings continue to blink, take camera to an authorized Nikon dealer or service center.
-	appears when #D Matrix Metering is selected	can be accessed	3D Color Manx Metering is set even though attached lens has no CPU; camera automatically resets meter to Center-Weighted Metering.
P or S blinks	A appears	can be accessed	Programmed Auto or Shutter-Priority Auto exposure mode is set even though attached lens has no CPU. Camera automatically resets exposure mode to Aperture-Priority Auto.
-	blinks	Locked	Autofocus (and manual focus with Electronic Rangefinder) is not possible. Focus manually.
Hi appears	Hi appears	can be accessed	Overexposure possible
Lo appears	Lo appears	can be accessed	Underexposure possible

** Non-CPU lens is attached. Programmed Auto or Shutter-Priority Auto exposure mode cannot be selected, Set aperture by rotating lens aperture ring. In this case, aperture can only be confirmed through the aperture direct-readout in viewfinder.

LCD panel	viewfinder	shutter	cause & remedy
Selected shutter blinks	or Custom set sync speed appears	can be accessed	In Shutter-Priority Auto or Manual exposure mode, selected shutter speed is faster than 1/250 or selected flash sync speed in Custom Setting.
-	blinks in red	can be accessed	Flash fired at its full output and light might have been insufficient. Re-adjust focusing distance, aperture, flash shooting distance range, etc. and shoot again.
appears	blinks	can be accessed	Auto Exposure/Flash Exposure Bracketing is selected.
blinks	blinks	Locked	is set in Shutter-Priority Auto exposure mode. Set exposure mode to Manual or set another shutter speed.
blinks	-	can be accessed	Shooting data is full in F5's memory. Download data to your personal computer using the optional Personal Computer Connecting Cord MC-33 or MC-34 and the Photo Secretary for F5. If you continue shooting, the oldest data will be erased one roll at a time. With Photo Secretary for F5, shutter can be set to lock when memory is full
Alert LED blinks		Locked	lever is accidentally pressed, Pull the lever to original position.

Camera Care & Guidelines on Handling

1. Do not touch the camera's reflex mirror or focusing screen. Remove dust with a blower brush.
2. Do not touch the shutter curtains.
3. Do not touch the DX contacts. Keep them clean with a blower brush.
4. Clean the viewfinder eyepiece with a soft, clean cloth. Do not use alcohol.
5. Clean lens surface with a blower brush. To remove dirt and smudges, use a soft, clean cotton cloth or lens tissue. Wet with ethanol (alcohol) or lens cleaner. Wipe in a circular motion from center to outer edge, taking care not to leave traces and not to touch the other lens parts.

Caution: A spray gun-type blower may damage the optical glass if used to clean the lens, especially if ED glass is used for the front lens element. To avoid damage, hold the blower upright with its nozzle more than 30cm (approx. 12 inches) from the lens surface, and keep the nozzle moving so the stream of air is not concentrated in one spot.

6. Do not lubricate the camera.
7. Do not leave the camera in an excessively hot place.
8. Keep the camera away from water or moisture. When using the camera near water, guard against splashes, especially saltwater spray.
9. Make sure not to drop or bump the camera body/lens against a hard surface. Strong shock may cause malfunction.
10. If the camera malfunctions, take It immediately to an authorized Nikon dealer or service center.
11. Store the camera in a cool, dry place away from naphthalene or camphor (moth repellent). In a humid environment, store the camera inside a vinyl bag with a desiccant to keep out dust, moisture and salt. Note, however, that storing leather cases in vinyl bags may cause the leather to deteriorate.

Note: In certain cases, due to static electricity or poorly loaded batteries, the F5's microcomputer may turn the camera off. For the same reason, film may not advance properly. In each of these cases, to resume operation, simply turn the power off, then on again, or remove batteries and install them again.

NOTES ON BATTERIES

1. Keep batteries out of children's reach. If someone accidentally swallows a battery, call a doctor immediately.
2. Do not disassemble, short circuit or heat batteries. Do not charge dry cells.
3. If you do not intend to use the camera for a long time, remove the batteries.
4. Battery power diminishes at extremely low temperatures - make sure the batteries you buy are new, and wrap the camera body in something warm.
5. When replacing batteries, be sure to replace all batteries at the same time. Always use fresh batteries of the same brand.
6. Do not throw used batteries into a fire.
7. If the battery chamber is contaminated by battery leakage, take the camera to an authorized Nikon dealer.

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Special Application lenses: Micro-Nikkor Lenses - 50mm~55mm -60mm 85mm -105mm 200mm Micro-Zoom 70-180mm Perspective Control (PC) - 28mm 35mm PC-Micro 85mm Dedicated Lenses for Nikon F3AF: AF 80mm f/2.8 | AF 200mm f/3.5 EDIF Depth of Field Control (DC): 105mm 135mm Medical Nikkor: 120mm 200mm Reflex-Nikkor Lenses - 500mm 1000mm 2000mm Others: Noct Nikkor | OP-Nikkor | UV Nikkor 55mm 105mm | Focusing Units | Bellows-Nikkor 105mm 135mm Nikon Series E Lenses: 28mm35mm50mm100mm135mm | E-Series Zoom lenses: 36~72mm75~150mm70~210mm

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Recommended links to understand more technical details related to the Nikkor F-mount and production Serial Number:
http://rick_oleson.tripod.com/index-153.html by: my friend, Rick Oleson
http://www.zi.ku.dk/personal/lhhansen/photo/fmount.htm by: Hansen, Lars Holst
http://www.mir.com.my/rb/photography/hardwares/nikonfmount/lens2.htm
http://www.photosynthesis.co.nz/nikon/serialno.html

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