Repair Manual

Spectra/Image Cameras
September 1996

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Manual Contents

List of Illustrations....................................................................3

Section 1 General Description..............................................7

Section 2 Theory of Operation........................................... 21

Section 3 Testing & Adjustments........................................67

Section 4 Disassembly/Reassembly.................................116

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List of Illustrations

Section 1. General Description Page

Figure 1-1 Spectra Camera in Closed Position........................................ 9
Figure 1-2 Spectra Camera in Open Position (Front View)....................................9
Figure 1-3 Spectra Camera in Open Position (Back View).................................. 10
Figure 1-4 Spectra Film Dimensions vs. SX-70 and 600..................................... 11
Figure 1-5 Spectra Camera Quintic Lens System...............................................12
Figure 1-6 Thyristor Electronic Flash.................................................................. 13
Figure 1-7 Spectra Sonar Rangefinder................................................................14
Figure 1-8 Spectra Dual Photocell System for Light Measurements....................15
Figure 1-9 Electronic Trim Switch.......................................................................15
Figure 1-10 Film Speed Switch...........................................................................16
Figure 1-11 Self-Timer Switch and Warning LED................................................17
Figure 1-12 Erecting Telescopic Viewfinder........................................................17
Figure 1-13 Spectra Camera Viewfinder Displays...............................................18
Figure 1-14 Spectra Camera Control Panel........................................................19

Section 2. Theory Of Operation

Figure 2-1 Spectra System Strobe......................................................................24
Figure 2-2 Schematic of Spectra Strobe.............................................................27
Figure 2-3 Comparison of Spectra and SX-70 Film Formats..............................28
Figure 2-4 Spectra Camera Viewfinder Assembly...............................................30
Figure 2-5 Viewfinder Components..................................................................... 31
Figure 2-6 Viewfinder Displays...........................................................................32
Figure 2-7 Viewfinder Displays PC Board and Prism...........................................32
Figure 2-8 Model 660 Rotating Lens Disk...........................................................34
Figure 2-9 Comparison of Spherical and Aspherical Lenses................................34
Figure 2-10 Interaction of Aspheric Lenses.........................................................35
Figure 2-11 Components of Quintic Lens System...............................................36
Figure 2-12 Quintic Lens System Starting Conditions.........................................37
Figure 2-13 Kick Spring Starts Quintic Lens Motion............................................38
Figure 2-14 Encoder Circuit “Reads” Light Pulses...............................................38
Figure 2-15 Catch Pawl Stops Quintic Lens........................................................39
Figure 2-16 Hybrid Light and Distance Measurements........................................40
Figure 2-17 Model 640 Exposures......................................................................41

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Figure 2-18 Model 660 Exposures......................................................................42

Figure 2-19 Spectra High Brightness Strobe Exposure.......................................43
Figure 2-20 Spectra Low Brightness Strobe Exposures......................................43
Figure 2-21 First Light Detect.............................................................................44
Figure 2-22 Dual Photodiode..............................................................................45
Figure 2-23 Spectra System Transducer............................................................46
Figure 2-24 Film Speed Switch...........................................................................47
Figure 2-25 Wireform Switchblock and Drive Assembly......................................50
Figure 2-26 Film Speed Wireform Switch............................................................50
Figure 2-27 Pack Pawl Engaging Counter Ratchet..............................................51
Figure 2-28 Door Link Closes VER Switch..........................................................51
Figure 2-29 Electrical Circuits with Door Closed and Latched..............................52
Figure 2-30 Timing Gear Closing EOC/S9..........................................................52
Figure 2-31 Pick Slide Ejecting Dark Slide and Indexing Counter........................53
Figure 2-32 Counter Opening S9 Wireform.........................................................54
Figure 2-33 Strobe Charging/Strobe Charged Lights...........................................54
Figure 2-34 Viewfinder Display During the Preview Mode................................... 55
Figure 2-35 Quintic Lens System in Starting Conditions......................................56
Figure 2-36 Kick Spring Starts Quintic Lens Movement......................................57
Figure 2-37 Encoder Circuit Reads Light Pulses.................................................57
Figure 2-38 Catch Pawl Holds Quintic in Place...................................................58
Figure 2-39 First Light Detect.............................................................................59
Figure 2-40 Measurement of Visible Light and Infrared Light...............................60
Figure 2-41 Shutter Components at End of Exposure Cycle...............................61
Figure 2-42 EOC/S9 Wireform Switch Closed by Timing Gear Cam
....................62
Figure 2-43 Film Processing...............................................................................62
Figure 2-44 Closing the End-Of-Pack (EOP) Switch...........................................63

Section 3. Testing and Adjustments

Figure 3-1 Test Setup for Spectra Functional Test..............................................70
Figure 3-2 Close the Spectra Camera Door Latch...............................................71
Figure 3-3 Covering Transducer to Simulate an Infinity Exposure .......................73
Figure 3-4 Quintic Lens Moves to Short Distance Setting................................... 74
Figure 3-5 Quintic Lens Moves to Infinity Setting................................................75
Figure 3-6 Star Tester 12650-3 Controls and Indicators......................................80
Figure 3-7 Locating Tester in Relation to Graywall Target................................... 81

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Figure 3-8 Trip Spectra System Door Switch to DOWN Position Before Test
......82
Figure 3-9 Positioning Camera on Horn Against Star Tester...............................83
Figure 3-10 Removing Top Cover from Spectra Camera..................................... 92
Figure 3-11 Adjusting Ambient (visible light) Calibration Slide.............................92
Figure 3-12 Adjusting the IR Strobe Exposure Calibration Slide..........................94
Figure 3-13 Hybrid Test Adjustment (Opening Blade Spring Tension Adj.)..........95
Figure 3-14 Adjusting Solenoid 1 to Change Quintic Speed................................98

Section 4. Disassembly and Reassembly

Figure 4-1 Removing Top Cover....................................................................... 120
Figure 4-2 Discharging Capacitor C-8 with Dump Probe P/N13119...................121
Figure 4-3 Removing Mid-Cover....................................................................... 122
Figure 4-4 Removing Eye Cup and Counter Window from Mid-Cover...............123
Figure 4-5 Removing Bottom Cover.................................................................. 124
Figure 4-6 Removing Front Door...................................................................... 124
Figure 4-7 Removing Spread System from Door...............................................125
Figure 4-8 Removing Ranging Board................................................................126
Figure 4-9 Removing Switch Block from Ranging Board................................... 127
Figure 4-10 Removing Strobe Board................................................................. 128
Figure 4-11 Removing Display/Prism Assembly and Features Flex...................129
Figure 4-12 Removing Exposure Flex...............................................................131
Figure 4-13a Flapper Door Removal................................................................. 132
Figure 4-13b Removing Motor/Gear Train Flex.................................................132
Figure 4-13c Removing Flex Retainer...............................................................133
Figure 3-13d Removing Door Release Button...................................................133
Figure 3-13e Removing Gear Train Cover........................................................134
Figure 4-14a Gear Train Disassembly..............................................................136
Figure 4-14b Removing the Door Latch............................................................136
Figure 4-14c Gear Train Reassembly...............................................................138
Figure 4-14d Installing the Door Latch..............................................................139
Figure 4-14e Wireform Switch Orientation........................................................139
Figure 4-15 Removing Door Latch, Spring and Motor....................................... 141
Figure 4-16 Removing Shutter Front Housing-..................................................142
Figure 4-17 Removing Transducer Housing and Reflector Assemblies .............143
Figure 4-18 Removing lens Mounting Plate.......................................................144
Figure 4-19 Work Support Fixture #13123........................................................145

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Figure 4-19a Removing Shutter Components...................................................146

Figure 4-19b Disassembling the Moving Quintic Lens....................................... 146
Figure 4-19c Disassembling the Walking Beam/Inertia Assembly.....................146
Figure 4-19d Reassembling Shutter Blades......................................................148
Figure 4-19e Reassembling Walking beam and Inertia..................................... 148
Figure 4-19f Reassembling Walking Beam to Drive Link and Shutter Blades.... 149
Figure 4-19g Shutter Assembly Components....................................................149
Figure 4-19h Install Catch Pawl and Quintic lens..............................................150
Figure 4-20 Removing Entire Shutter Assembly as a Unit................................. 152
Figure 4-21 Removing Piezo Assembly and Wires............................................153
Figure 4-22 Removing Solenoids 1 and 2 from Baseblock................................154
Figure 4-23 Removing Drive link from Baseblock..............................................156
Figure 4-24 Removing Erecting Link from Main Frame..................................... 157
Figure 4-25 Removing Erect Spring, Button Latch and Link Break....................158
Figure 4-26 Removing Bellows (boot)...............................................................159
Figure 4-27 Removing Viewfinder Assembly......................................................160
Figure 4-28 Installing Viewfinder Assembly.......................................................161
Figure 4-29 Replacing a Defective Mirror..........................................................163
Figure 4-29a Determining Mirror Taking Side....................................................163
Figure 4-30 Routing Transducer Wires.............................................................164
Figure 4-31 Routing Strobe Wires/Routing Piezo Wires.................................... 165
Figure 4-32 Routing Batt. Cont. Wires, Features Shield Wire,Motor Flex Wire .. 165
Figure 4-33 Routing Encoder Wires.................................................................. 166
Figure 4-34 Exposure Flex Connections...........................................................167

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SECTION 1
GENERAL DESCRIPTION

CONTENTS

A. INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................................8

B. ACCESSORIES ..................................................................................................................10

C. SPECTRA FILM ..................................................................................................................11

D. CAMERA TECHNOLOGY ..................................................................................................12

QUINTIC LENS SYSTEM..........................................................................................................12
THYRISTOR ELECTRONIC FLASH.........................................................................................13
SONAR RANGEFINDING.........................................................................................................14
EXPOSURE SYSTEM LIGHT MEASUREMENTS.....................................................................15
ELECTRONIC TRIM.................................................................................................................15
FILM SPEED SWITCH..............................................................................................................16
BUILT-IN SELF-TIMER.............................................................................................................17
ERECTING TELESCOPIC VIEWFINDER.................................................................................17
INFORMATIVE VIEWFINDER..................................................................................................18
SPECTRA CAMERA CONTROL PANEL...................................................................................19
E. SPECTRA SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................20

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A. INTRODUCTION

The Spectra System represents the latest in photographic innovation from

Polaroid. The system is composed of a folding, sonar rangefinding camera with
built-in electronic flash, a new film, and a series of accessories designed
exclusively for Spectra. Figure 1-1 shows the camera in the closed position.
The external controls and indicators of the camera are shown in Figures 1-2 and
1-3. The accessories are shown in Figure 1-4.

Unlike other Polaroid models, the camera is held like a pair of binoculars during
use. An adjustable strap along the side of the camera accommodates the user’s
left hand to provide stability during picture-taking. The right hand is free to
manipulate the switches on the camera control panel and to press the shutter
button. Controls and indicators which are unique to this camera will be
discussed later in this section.

For the first time, silicon CMOS circuits are being extensively used in a Polaroid
camera. Silicon CMOS IC technology allows increased functionality within a
small package. In the case of the Spectra camera, it has allowed many added
camera features such as an informative viewfinder which visually tells the user
the distance to the subject, if conditions are not good for a picture, or if
conditions are OK. Additionally, the camera audibly tells the user if conditions
are not right for a picture (the camera “beeps”) or if the camera has run out of
film (the camera “chimes”). CMOS technology also permits a higher level of
exposure compensation than in any previous Polaroid camera.

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2.96”
7.5cm

6.34”
16.1cm
Release
Latch

5.63”
14.3cm

Figure 1-1 Spectra Camera in Closed (Folded) Position

Quintic
Three Element Lens

Self-Timer
Sonar Indicator
Rangefinder
Thyristor
Electronic Flash

Viewfinder
Window

Film Door
Release Dual Photodiodes

Figure 1-2 Spectra Camera in Open Position - Front View

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Shutter
Button

Control
Panel

Hand Strap

Neck Strap
Viewfinder Connectors
Eyepiece
Figure 1-3 Spectra Camera in Open Position - Back View

B. ACCESSORIES
A large array of accessories is available for the Spectra camera. They include
photo displays, a camera bag which also accommodates film and accessories, a
tripod, a series of five filters, and a wireless remote.

A holder, which snaps over the camera lens, secures the filters during use. The
various filters are used to provide: motion lines; a center spot surrounded by
red vignetting; a starburst effect around candles, or lights; the multiplication of
the image into three images side-by-side; or the multiplication of the image into
five images, one in the center surrounded by four images in the corners of the
photo.

The table-top tripod is secured into the tripod nut in the base of the camera. It
may be used for shots employing the camera’s built-in self-timer or for shots
when the wireless remote accessory is being used.

The wireless remote is used to fire the camera from as far as 40 ft. (12.1 m)
away. This accessory consists of a receiver which plugs into the camera
remote socket and an FM transmitter. Since it is an FM system, a line-of-sight
between camera and transmitter is not required.

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C. SPECTRA FILM

Spectra System film has new dye molecule technology to produce more brilliant
colors and more detailed reproductions than ever before in instant photography.
The film uses an integral format like SX-70 (Time Zero) and 600 film. That is,
development takes place within the sealed frame of the film with no external
negative to discard. Each pack contains 10 frames and a P80 configuration, 6
volt battery. The battery powers all camera functions, including the electronic
flash.

The most obvious difference between Spectra film and that of the SX-70 or 600
format are the dimensions of the film frame. Figure 1-5 provides a comparison
of the two formats. As you can see, the Spectra format results in a horizontal
picture, which is slightly larger than SX-70 or 600 pictures. (Obviously, if
desired, the camera can be turned to change the picture format to vertical.)

Spectra System film is rated at ISO 600/29°.

3.062 ” 3.562 ”
7.777cm 9.047cm

3.125 ” 9.568 sq. in. 10.240 sq. in.

7.937cm 61.762 sq.cm 66.061 sq. cm 2.875 ”
7.302cm

SX-70 0R 600 SPECTRA

Figure 1-4 Spectra Film Dimensions vs SX-70 and 600 Film

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D. CAMERA TECHNOLOGY

Spectra borrows from some of the proven features of earlier Polaroid models
with which you are probably familiar. However, it also contains new innovative
technology which sets it distinctly apart from all other photographic systems
This section will explain some of the features of the camera. For a more
detailed discussion of these features, refer to Section 2, Theory of Operation.

QUINTIC LENS SYSTEM

Fixed Aspheric Lens

Moving Quintic
Lens

Main
Meniscus Lens

Figure 1-5 Spectra Camera Quintic Lens System

Perhaps the most innovative feature of the Spectra System camera is its Quintic
lens system. Most cameras employ spherical (evenly shaped convex or
concave) lenses. The Spectra camera relies on the relationship of aspherical
(irregularly shaped) lenses. The camera has a three-lens system. The main
meniscus lens is similar to those in other cameras. The second lens is a
moving aspherical lens which swings in front of a fixed aspherical lens. The
interaction of the moving and fixed aspherical lenses produces ten different
zones of focus. The position at which the moving lens stops in front of the fixed
lens is determined by ranging information produced by the sonar transducer.

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THYRISTOR ELECTRONIC FLASH

Flash
PC Board Flash Tube
Housing
Flash Capacitor

Flash
Charging
LEDs
(Not Shown)

Figure 1-6 Thyristor Electronic Flash

The built-in electronic flash used in Spectra is the most efficient flash ever used
in a Polaroid camera. It is highly compact, smaller than previous Polaroid
electronic flash units, yet it delivers an output which allows flash pictures to be
taken in a 2 foot to 15 foot range (.6 m to 4.6 m), The flash system is designed
to be practically always ready, the worst case charge-time being less than three
seconds. Typically, charge times are much less than that.

Fast charge times result from three features - 1) thyristor Circuitry, 2) SPAR,
and 3) sneak charge. The thyristors halt the discharge of energy through the
flash circuit when enough light has been produced to make a good exposure,
Instead of being dissipated, the remaining energy is saved for the next flash.
SPAR means Strobe Preferred Automatic Recharger. In effect, this means that
the camera circuits are set up to always give preference to recharging the flash
capacitors. Sneak Charge is a method employed to start charging the flash
capacitor even before the camera cycle is completed. That is, the flash
capacitor is partially charged at the end of one exposure in preparation for the
next exposure.

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After the film frame is ejected, the charging circuit tops off the flash capacitor.
During the charging process, a red LED at the back of the camera warns that
the camera is not ready for another exposure. When the capacitor has stored
enough energy for another flash, the red LED goes out and a green LED lights,
indicating that it is OK to take another flash picture.

SONAR RANGEFINDING

Sonar
Transducer
Rangefinder

Figure 1-7 Spectra Sonar Rangefinder

Like earlier cameras (SX-70 Sonar, Pronto! Sonar, Model 660, Model 680) the
Spectra uses sonar transducer ranging to determine subject distance. This
information is used to set the lens position for proper focus. Unlike earlier
cameras, the transducer on the Spectra is small, with an area surface
measuring 1.1 square inches versus the 1.5 square inch surface of the earlier
transducers.

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EXPOSURE SYSTEM LIGHT MEASUREMENTS

Exposure Logic
Dual Cell
Photodiode Shutter Blades

Ambient Filter

Infrared Filter

Figure 1-8 Spectra Dual Photocell System For Light Measur ements
Like the Model 640 and current LMS cameras, Spectra uses infrared light
measurements coupled with the measurement of ambient, visible light to
determine optimum exposures. However, Spectra goes one step further than
the Model 640. Spectra incorporates the use of a dual cell photo diode. One
cell reads only infrared and the other cell reads visible light. This unique dual
photo-diode takes up no more space than the earlier single cell types, but
provides a far more precise measurement of light. The light measurement is
used to set lens aperture, shutter time-out, and to determine when the electronic
flash is to be shut OFF.

ELECTRONIC TRIM

Figure 1-9 Electronic Trim Switch

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A switch on the camera control panel allows the user to make exposures lighter
or darker to suit personal tastes. In the past, trim (which may be defined as
overriding the light measurement system to make pictures lighter or darker) was
accomplished by moving a translucent wedge of graduated shading over the
photocell. The wedge will fool the photocell into believing that the ambient
scene light was lighter or darker, depending on the darkness of the shading over
the photocell. The photocell would then order the exposure time-out according
to the perceived scene light.

In the Spectra camera, trim is attained electronically. Moving the trim switch
causes the exposure module to increase or decrease shutter time-outs 2/3 stop.
Moving the switch to lighten increases the shutter time-out 2/3 stop. Moving the
switch to darken decreases the exposure the equivalent of 2/3 stop. There are
no graduations between these extremes. The exposures are either taken at
nominal, are increased a full 2/3 stop, or are decreased a full 2/3 stop.

FILM SPEED SWITCH

Film Pack

Film Speed
Switch

Figure 1-10 Film Speed Switch

A switch in the film compartment of the camera is used to compensate for minor
differences in film speed from pack to pack. On normal film packs (600 ASA), a
tab on the side of the film pack opens the switch. On slow film packs (below
600 ASA), there is no tab, so the switch stays closed. With the switch closed,
exposures are increased by the equivalent of l/3rd of a stop.

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BUILT-IN SELF-TIMER

Self-Timer
Warning LED

Self-Timer
Switch

Figure 1-11 Self-Timer Switch And Warning LED

Incorporated into the Spectra camera is a self-timer. Controlled by a switch on

the camera control panel, the self-timer delays an exposure for 12 seconds from
the time the switch is set. To use the self-timer the scene is previewed and
framed by pressing the shutter button halfway. Next the control panel switch is
pushed down. For the next 10 seconds the camera will emit intermittent beeps
and a red LED on the face of the camera will flash. The beeps and flashes
quicken as the camera counts down. For the final two seconds of the timeout,
the beep and the LED is steady.

ERECTING TELESCOPIC VIEWFINDER

Viewfinder Assembly

Figure 1-12 Erecting Telescopic Viewfinder

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The viewfinder in the Spectra is not fixed in one position as in prior Polaroid
cameras. It is located within the cone assembly and moves up (erects) as the
camera is opened and moves down with the cone as the camera is closed.
Another feature of the viewfinder is the fact that the image path is not in a
straight line from the front window to the eyepiece. A bend has been designed
into the viewfinder optics to accommodate the design of the camera. The
eyepiece is at the rear corner to allow the user to comfortably hold it at his/her
eye while the subject is being framed; the front window is close to the camera
lens to reduce parallax problems. A series of lenses and mirrors bends the
image from the front window to the eyepiece. Another characteristic of the
viewfinder which differentiates it from earlier types is the magnification of the
image. The Spectra viewfinder presents an image which is 20% larger than
images seen in 600-line camera viewfinders.

INFORMATIVE VIEWFINDER

Note: This illustration is for

information only. In reality,
bad conditions and good
conditions indicators could
not be on at the same time.

Good Conditions
Indicator
Bad Conditions
Indicator
Distance to Subject
(Feet or Meters

Figure 1-13 Spectra Camera Viewfinder Displays

In addition to the characteristics noted above there is one other feature which
makes the Spectra viewfinder unique. That is the fact that the viewfinder is
informative. When the shutter button is pressed halfway to preview the scene, a
set of displays is visible in the viewfinder. The viewfinder displays will tell you
what the distance is to the subject; they will tell you if conditions are good to
take a picture; they will tell you if conditions are not good to take a picture.
Additionally, you will hear warning beeps if scene conditions are not conducive
to good pictures or you may hear chimes if you are out of film.

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SPECTRA CAMERA CONTROL PANEL

Wireless Flash
Remote Socket Charging
LEDs

Counter
Window

Feet
or
Meters Audio Signal AutoFocus Lighten/Darken
Selector On/Off On/Off
Self-Timer Flash On/Off
On/Off

Figure 1-14 Spectra Camera Control Panel

On the back of the camera is a bank of controls and indicators which regulate
many of the camera functions. From left-to-right the switch functions are as
follows: the recessed switch sets the visible viewfinder distance display to
either feet. or meters; the switch with the musical note symbol turns the audible
indicators (beeps and chimes) on or off; the switch with the clock symbol turns
the self-timer on or off; the switch labeled AP turns the sonar autofocus function
on or off; the switch with the lightening symbol turns the electronic flash on or
off; the last switch, with the white and black arrows is the electronic trim switch.
In the raised position, it lightens exposures; in the lowered position, it darkens
exposures; in the middle position, it has no effect on exposures. With the
switches in the positions shown, camera operation is automatic. That is, the
audible indicators (beeps and chimes) are on, the self-timer is off, the sonar
autofocus function is on, the flash is on, and the electronic trim is set to the
nominal position.

Also located on the control panel is the wireless remote socket. The remote
receiver is plugged into this pocket. Next to the wireless remote socket are the
two electronic flash LEDs. When the red LED is on, the flash is charging.
When the green LED is on, the flash is ready for an exposure. The final position
on the control panel is occupied by the frame counter window. The counter
indexes down from “10” to “0” as each exposure is made. At 0, the chimes will
sound to indicate that you are out of film.

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E. SPECTRA SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS

Camera type Folding, rangefinder, integral strobe, electronic logic-

controlled functions.

Aperture/Shutter f10 - f45 apertures; 1/245th second to 2.8 seconds shutter

System speeds.

Lens Patented 3-element Quintic system; 10 focus zones;

range - 2 ft. (0.6m) to infinity.

Strobe Integral, programmed flash for use indoors and outdoors.

Recharge time - 0.1 to 2.8 seconds flash duration -
1/3000th to 1/20,000th second. Flash range - 2 ft. to 15 ft.
(0.6m to 4.6m). Override control available to turn off
flash.

Focusing Logic-controlled sonar signal automatically measures

distance from camera to subject. Information is used to
set lens system to proper range. Sonar ranging time is
0.010 to 0.050 second. Override control available to shut
off ranging.

Light Dual cell silicon photodiode measures visible and infrared

Measurement light (strobe reflection) as part of exposure determination.
System Electronic trim (lighten/darken) may be used to increase
or decrease length of exposure.

Film Speed Used to automatically compensate for “slow” film.

Switch Activated by insertion of film pack.

Viewfinder Erecting, telescopic type; 100% viewing (no parallax) at 6

ft. (1.8m). Six lenses, four mirrors, two prisms. 0.5X
magnification. Field is defined within black border. Three-
color LED display of subject distance and picture
conditions visible in viewfinder eyepiece during preview
mode.

Power Source 6 volt battery in Spectra film pack.

Camera Weight 1 lb, 12 1/2 oz (0.8kg) without film pack.

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SECTION 2
THEORY OF OPERATION

CONTENTS

A. INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................23

B. NEW FEATURES...............................................................................................................24
SPECTRA SYSTEM SPAR THYRISTOR STROBE..................................................................24
STROBE SPECIFICATIONS.....................................................................................................26
SPECTRA SYSTEM FILM.........................................................................................................28
VIEWFINDER ...........................................................................................................................29
VIEWFINDER DISPLAYS.........................................................................................................32
QUINTIC LENS SYSTEM..........................................................................................................33
EXPOSURE CONTROL............................................................................................................40
FIRST LIGHT DETECT.............................................................................................................44
DUAL PHOTODIODE................................................................................................................45
VIEWFINDER DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS....................................................................................45
SPECTRA SYSTEM - AUTOFOCUS........................................................................................46
ELECTRONIC TRIM.................................................................................................................46
FILM SPEED SWITCH..............................................................................................................47
CAMERA INHIBITS...................................................................................................................48
C. SEQUENCE OF OPERATION ..........................................................................................49
STARTING CONDITIONS.........................................................................................................49
FILM PACK INSERTED AND DARK SLIDE..............................................................................50
PREVIEW MODE......................................................................................................................54
EXPOSURE MODE...................................................................................................................56
FILM PROCESSING AND CYCLE ADVANCE..........................................................................62
D. SCHEMATIC ......................................................................................................................64

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A. INTRODUCTION

Presented in this section of the service manual are the details of Spectra
System operation. The discussion is, for the most part, limited to those areas
which are new or unique to Polaroid cameras. The first part of the section is a
general discussion of new technology found in the camera while the second part
of the section details the interactions of camera parts in a sequence of
operation. Next are timing diagrams and a schematic of camera electronics.
The final part of the theory section contains an engineering description of
Spectra camera switches and camera signals.

It is strongly recommended that you have a background knowledge of Model

640 and Model 660 technology before you read this section.

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B. NEW FEATURES

SPECTRA SYSTEM SPAR THYRISTOR STROBE

The Spectra System strobe is a compact, highly efficient System. The flashtube
is contained in a shock-resistant housing which occupies the left corner of the
camera face (Figure 2-1). It is electrically connected to the Strobe PC Board
Assembly which is located on the top rear surface of the cone assembly. Found
on this PC board are all the electronic components which are responsible for
translating camera signal commands into functions such as strobe charge,
strobe fire, strobe quench, etc.. A connector on this board ties the strobe
electronics to the camera flex circuit. The strobe ready lights (red - charging;
green - ready to fire) are mounted on the Ranging PC Board which is directly
behind the system control panel at the rear of the camera.

Strobe Board

Flashtube
Housing

Ranging
Board

Figure 2-1 Spectra System Strobe

The strobe incorporates the best features of strobes previously used in Polaroid
cameras and adds some new characteristics. The Spectra strobe is called a
SPAR Thyristor strobe. SPAR is an acronym meaning “Strobe Preferred,
Automatic Recharge.” Just as it sounds, the design of the system is geared
toward a strobe which charges very quickly and is ready for use practically
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time for the strobe is 3 seconds. Typically, for reasons described below, the
charge time is much faster than 3 seconds.

The Spectra strobe incorporates the features from previous strobe Systems -
the Model 640 quench Strobe with photocell light measurement which
determines when to shut down the flash; and the Model 660 Camera with fixed
output strobe and variable focus and shutter apertures. By Combining these
features, the strobe is able to provide consistent strobe exposures at an
extended strobe range.

Adding to these desirable characteristics is the thyristor quench. As you may

recall, in the Model 640 camera when the flash fired at less than full output, the
unused energy was directed to a quench tube where it was dissipated. In the
Spectra System, when the flash is directed to fire at less than full output, the
thyristor circuit (TH1 and TH2) stops the discharge of energy from the flash
storage capacitor (C8). Instead of being dissipated, the energy remains stored
and is saved for the next flash fire. Thus, during the recharge cycle only the
difference between the stored amount and the full value of the flash storage
capacitor must be generated.

To reduce recharge time even further, the Spectra System strobe incorporates
another feature called the sneak charge, Actually occurring at the end of one
exposure cycle in preparation for the next exposure, the sneak charge utilizes
the period between shutter blade closure and the start of film processing.
During this part of the cycle, the flash storage capacitor receives a small amount
of energy, After film processing normal charging tops off the circuit with enough
energy for the next flash exposure.

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STROBE SPECIFICATIONS

VARIABLE HYBRID QUENCH - SERIES THYRISTORS

Strobe Range 2 To 15 Feet

(.6 To 4.6M) (Indoors)

Charge Time Maximum Of 3 Seconds

Stored Energy 21 Watt/Seconds

Light Output Maximum - 350 Czls

Minimum - 230 Czls

Nominal - 265 Czls

Flash Duration 1.3,000 To 1.20,000 Sec.

Strobe Preferred
Automatic Recharge
- Charges Or Tops Off When: Camera Is Erected

New Film Is Loaded & Door

Closed

Flash Override Switch Is

Turned Off

S1 Is Partially Pressed

Film Frame Is Processed

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Figure 2-2 Schematic Of Spectra Strobe

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SPECTRA SYSTEM FILM

The Spectra System camera uses a new film called Spectra System color film.
Like its predecessors, SX-70 and 600 film, the new film uses an integral format
with development taking place within the sealed frame. The new film uses dyes
which provide more vibrant, brighter colors than before.

The most obvious difference between the Spectra System film and that of the
SX-70 format are the dimensions of the film frame. Figure 2-3 provides a
comparison of the two formats. You can see that the Spectra System film
format results in a horizontal picture while the earlier format has a vertical
picture format. (Obviously, the camera can be turned to change the format from
horizontal to vertical.)

The film is housed in a pack along with a P80 configuration, 6V battery. There
are ten frames in the pack

Spectra System film is rated at ISO 600/29 °

3 1/16 in. 3 9/16 in.

3 1/8 in. 9.568 sq. in. 10.240 sq. in.

2 7/8 in.

SX-70 OR 600 Spectra

Figure 2-3 Comparison of Spectra and SX-70 Film Formats

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VIEWFINDER

The viewfinder in the Spectra System camera is known as an erecting,

telescopic, informational viewfinder. Its name is derived from the unique
features which set it apart from traditional viewfinders found in earlier Polaroid
cameras. The viewfinder is a self-contained assembly which may be removed
from the camera in one piece.

The first of the features which make it different from earlier viewfinders, is the
fact that it is not fixed in one position on the exterior of the camera. The entire
viewfinder assembly moves with the cone as the camera is folded and unfolded.
This departure from viewfinders in earlier models allows the external shape of
the Spectra System camera to be more streamlined than it could be if the
viewfinder did not erect with the cone.

The second distinction from earlier viewfinders concerns magnification of the

image. The Spectra System viewfinder provides greater magnification than
viewfinders in previous Polaroid models. Magnification is 20% greater than
viewfinders in 600 line cameras. Additionally, the image presented in the
eyepiece is within the confines of a sharp black border. The black border clearly
frames the subject matter meaning that the picture-taker can be more certain
that he or she has captured precisely what is desired. Additionally, the image is
well defined, meaning that it is sharper and more distinct.

Third, the viewfinder image is informative, providing visual displays of exposure

conditions and subject distance. This feature is described in greater detail
below.

Even with all the new features, the viewfinder is actually smaller than
viewfinders used in previous camera models. The size reduction was
necessary because of packaging constraints created by the size of the camera.
These same packaging constraints resulted in having to design a jog in the
optical path.

As can be seen in Figure 2-4, the front window of the viewfinder is not in direct
line with the rear eyepiece. The jog requires the use of mirrors to “bend” the
image to the eyepiece.

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Front View

Top View

Viewfinder
Eyepiece

Viewfinder
Window

Figure 2-4 Spectra Camera Viewfinder Assembly

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Figure 2-5 shows the components within the viewfinder which direct the image
from the front window to the eyepiece. There are six plastic lenses, four mirrors,
a mask and black border which define the image and which clearly show the
extent of the image which will be captured on the film frame and a plastic wedge
which is included to straighten the image to the eyepiece.

Wedge
Eyepiece
Two Element
Eyepiece

Dual Front
Element
(Main Lenses)

mask

Mirrors (4)

Figure 2-5 Viewfinder Components

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VIEWFINDER DISPLAYS

Figure 2-6 shows the location of viewfinder displays as seen in the eyepiece.

Note: Display shown for

information only. In
reality, bad picture and
good picture indicators
could not be on at the
same time.

Good Picture
Bad Picture Indication
Indication Distance Information

Figure 2-6 Viewfinder Displays

These displays originate from LEDs which are located on a printed circuit board
below the viewfinder optical components. When illuminated the LEDS reflect off
a prism mounted over the PC board and appear to be projected onto the base of
the black border which frames the subject area (Figure 2-7). These displays
appear during the preview mode, prior to the exposure cycle.

Prism
Board

PC
Board

Figure 2-7 Viewfinder Displays PC Board And Prism

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The purpose of the displays is to signal the following conditions:

SUBJECT DISTANCE - The distance, as measured by the transducer, is

displayed in feet or meters, according to the setting on the control panel. If the
subject is beyond 20.4 feet (6.29 meters), the distance display will be blank. If
the subject is closer than 2 feet (0.60 meters), the display will show 1 foot or (0.1
meters).

GOOD PICTURE - If the camera electronics determine that light and distance
requirements for a good picture are met, a green dot will be visible at the right
side of the display. (If applicable, the distance figure will also be shown.)

LOWLIGHT - TURN ON STROBE - If the strobe switch on the control panel

has been turned off and the camera electronics perceive a low light condition
(less than 12 +3 c/ft), a blinking yellow triangle will be seen at the left side of the
display. Additionally, a 1/2 second tone will sound. (If the strobe switch is on,
this warning will not occur.)

BEYOND STROBE RANGE - If the transducer measures a subject range of

more than 15.5 feet (4.7 meters) coupled with a photocell light measurement of
less than 12 +3 c/ft, the blinking yellow triangle will appear together with the
distance figure if it less than infinity. The 1/2 second tone will also sound.

TOO CLOSE - If the transducer measures the subject as being less than 2 feet
(0.60 meter) away, the blinking yellow triangle will be shown together with a
distance figure of 1 foot or (0.1 meters). The 1/2 second tone will also sound.
OUT OF FILM - After the tenth frame, a three second chime sounds indicating
an out-of-film condition. If the empty pack is left in and the shutter button lightly
pressed again, the three second chime will sound and a blinking 0 will appear.
This display will occur again so long as the empty pack stays in the camera and
the shutter button is pressed.

QUINTIC LENS SYSTEM

If you recall the Model 660 camera, you will note that it has a rotating disk
containing four lenses of differing optical value and a fixed taking lens (Figure 2-
8). The disk is turned until one of its lenses (determined by ranging information
from the transducer) is set behind the fixed lens. The combination of the two
lenses provides proper focus in one of four zones between two feet and infinity.

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Rotating Lens
Disk

Fixed Taking
Lens

Figure 2-8 Model 660 Rotating Lens Disk

The method by which proper focus is achieved in the Spectra System camera
borrows from this concept. However, it goes well beyond matching two lenses,
and represents a unique technological achievement in optics. At the heart of the
Spectra focus operation is the Quintic aspheric lens system. Figure 2-9 shows
the difference between spherical and aspherical lenses.

Examples of Spherical Lenses Example of Aspheric

Lens

Uneven Surface

Figure 2-9 Comparison of Spherical and Aspherical Lenses

To understand how the Spectra System lenses work, you should first know
about the characteristics of aspheric lenses. Figure 2-10 is a simplified drawing
which represents the relationship of two aspheric lenses. In this representation
you can see that by changing the position of the two lenses relative to the other
as shown, this theoretical lens system could focus on subjects at extremes of
two feet or infinity.

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Convex Lens Concave Lens

In Focus at 2 feet In Focus at Infinity

Figure 2-10 Interaction of Aspheric Lenses

Essentially, the Spectra System relies on the optical results of changing the
relationship of its Quintic aspheric lenses rather than having a series of
individual lenses (like the Model 660) to create different focus zones. Because
of the way the aspheric lenses are shaped, the system can create ten different
zones as opposed to the four zones for the Model 660.

The characteristics of the Quintic system are such that it has a greater focal
length than lens systems in previous Polaroid cameras. This results in larger
subject images being produced. That is, if you set a Model 680, for example,
next to a Spectra camera, and took photographs of the same object at exactly
the same distance, the Model 680 image would show a wider field of view, but
the Spectra image would show a greater magnification of the center area of the
subject. A tree in a distance shot would be larger in the Spectra image than in
the Model 680 image.

Figure 2-11 shows the components of the Spectra System Quintic Lens system.
It is a three element, 125mm lens system. The front element is the main
meniscus lens which is similar to taking lenses found in other Polaroid cameras.
The second and third elements are aspheric lenses. The first and third
elements are fixed. The middle element, called the Quinticsector, pivots in an
arc through the optical path of light entering the front lens. It is the movement of
the Quinticsector that results in the actual focusing function.

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Fixed Quintic
Lens Moving
Quintic Lens

Encoder Circuit

Photo
Transistor

Main
LED Miniscus Lens
Figure 2-11 Components Of Spectra Quintic Lens System

Refer to Figures 2-12, 2-13, 2-14, and 2-15 when reading the description of
Quintic Lens operation which follows. Also, refer to the Sequence of Operation
portion of this section for a more detailed description of the sequence of events
which moves the camera lenses into proper focus.

At the start of the exposure cycle, when solenoid 1 is energized, the walking
beam releases the Quintic kick spring. This spring strikes the Quintic sector
causing it to start its arc through the optical path. (Obviously, the shutter blades
are still closed during the movement of the Quintic sector.)

Along the edge of the Quintic sector are a series of teeth and cutouts in the
plastic frame. On one side of the plastic frame is an LED which emits light and
on the other side is a phototransistor which “reads” the light. These two devices
are part of the encoder circuit. As the cutouts in the frame pass between these
two devices, the encoder circuit takes a count of the pulses which result from
the frame cutouts breaking the light path between LED and phototransistor.
(The first pulse is the First Light Detect which is the starting marker for all
exposure calculations.) These pulses correspond to the ten focus zones
created by the interaction of the aspheric lenses.

At the same time, the transducer ranging circuit is determining the distance from
camera to subject. When the encoder count reaches a point which corresponds
to the subject distance, a signal is sent to activate solenoid #2. Activation of
solenoid #2 causes the catch pawl to engage the teeth along the edge of the
Quintic sector. The Quintic sector is thus halted when the portion of the lens
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which optically corresponds to the subject distance is positioned behind the

taking lens. At this point, solenoid #1 is deenergized, releasing the walking
beam. The opening blade spring pulls the walking beam in a counterclockwise
direction and the shutter blades open.

When the exposure is completed, solenoid A1 is again energized, pulling in the

walking beam and closing the shutter blades. Solenoid #2 then releases,
allowing the Quintic return spring to force the Quintic sector to return to its
original setting. This action also causes the catch paws to engage the walking
beam, latching it in position. Thus, when solenoid #1 is deenergized, all the
components are in the same position they were in before the exposure cycle
started.

Catch Pawl

Moving Quintic
Lens

Encoder LED
Solenoid
#1 Drive
Link
Walking
Beam

Inertia

Figure 2-12 Quintic Lens System Starting Conditions

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Solenoid #1
Energized

Drive Link

Kick Spring
Walking
Beam
Figure 2-13 Kick Spring Starts Quintic Lens Motion

Ranging
Circuit

Phototransistor
Encoder
Circuit Cutouts in Quintic
Frame “Pulse” Light
LED

Figure 2-14 Encoder Circuit “Reads” Light Pulses

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Solenoid #2 Catch Pawl

Engages Quintic
Lens

Solenoid #2
Energized Quintic Lens
Stopped

Figure 2-15 Catch Pawl Stops Quintic Lens

The chart which follows shows the corresponding subject distance for the ten
zones of focus.
Spectra System
Quintic Lens
Focus Zones

ZONE SUBJECT DISTANCE

Feet Meters

1 20’ - Infinity 6.09 - Infinity

2 10’ - 20’ 3.04m - 6.09m

3 6.62’ - 10.0’ 2.02m - 3.04m

4 4.98’ - 6.62 1.50m - 2.02m

5 4.02’ - 4.98’ 1.22m - 1.50m

6 3.35’ - 4.02’ 1.02m - 1.22m

7 2.86’ - 3.35’ 0.87m - 1.02m

8 2.48’ - 2.86’ 0.76m - 0.87m

9 2.19’ - 2.48’ 0.68m - 0.76m

10 1.53’ - 2.19’ 0.47m - 0.68m

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EXPOSURE CONTROL

Spectra Hybrid Exposures

The Spectra System uses a hybrid exposure system to regulate the amount of
light reaching the film plane. Exposures are controlled by a combination of light
measurements and distance measurements (Figure 2-16). The light
measurements include both ambient and infrared information (similar to the
Model 640 camera) and the distance measurements are derived from ranging
information provided by a transducer ranging network (similar to the Model 660
camera). Although these methods have been employed in previous Polaroid
cameras the manner in which they are combined in the Spectra System makes
them unique.
Dual Photodiodes
Provide Light Information
Transducer Provides
Distance Information

Figure 2-16 Hybrid Light and Distance Measurements

Polaroid Exposure Basics

Before delving into the Spectra exposure system, you should first understand
some basics about exposure systems in other Polaroid strobe cameras.
Basically, exposures can be controlled by varying the output of the strobe, or by
firing the strobe at full output and varying the size of the shutter blade aperture
to control the amount of light reaching the film. These methods can be related to
the Model 640 and the Model 660 cameras.

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Model 640 - Integrating Strobe

The Model 640 is a fixed focus camera which varies the output of the strobe to
control exposures. Basically, the Model 640 uses either a light measurement
alone to fire and shut down the flash or it uses a combination of light
measurement and time measurement to fire and shut down the flash (Figure 2-
17). The method it chooses depends on scene brightness.

TIME or LIGHT

OR

Figure 2-17 Model 640 Exposures

Under most conditions, the strobe fires when the shutter blade aperture is at its
largest size. (Please note that this does not apply to fill flash situations). The
exposure system then uses the infrared portion of the reflected strobe light as
part of the measurement to determine when to quench the strobe. When
enough strobe light is integrated into the measurement, the quench strobe
command is given. The strobe is quenched and the shutter blades close. This
is called an integrating strobe system.

Model 660 - Follow Focus

The Model 660 camera utilizes a variable focus and variable shutter aperture
system. The strobe is always fired at full-output. Regulation of light for varying
scene conditions is accomplished by firing the flash at varying shutter blade
apertures (Figure 2-18). For subjects close to the camera, the flash fires with a
small blade aperture; for subjects far from the camera, the flash fires when there
is a large blade aperture. (Shutter blade aperture is also affected by scene
brightness.) Since subject distance is the major factor in determining the
aperture of the shutter blades, the amount of light reaching the film plane is thus
dependent on the ranging information supplied by the transducer. The exposure
control system on the Model 660 is called a follow-focus system.
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Large Aperture for

Far Subjects

Small Aperture for

Close Subjects

Figure 2-18 Model 660 Exposures

Advantages/Disadvantages

There are advantages and disadvantages associated with both systems. With
the Model 640, strobe exposures are more consistent. But because of the
characteristics of a quench circuit and because it is a fixed focus camera, the
strobe range is limited (4’ to 10’). Conversely, the Model 660 uses variable
shutter apertures and has a lens System which can be focused. These features
increase the strobe range to 2’ to 14’. But because the strobe always operates
at full output, the strobe exposures are not as consistent as exposures with the
Model 640. The Spectra System borrows the best features of both these
models to provide consistent strobe exposures at extended ranges.

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Spectra System - Light Measurements

A brightness detect reading is taken by the exposure circuitry during the preview
mode. Scene brightness is measured at this time and is categorized into:

high brightness - above 12 cd/ft2 or,

low brightness - below 12 cd/ft2.

In high brightness conditions, the strobe will fire as a fill flash.

High Brightness = Fill Flash

Figure 2-19 Spectra High Brightness Strobe Exposure

Less Than 17 ft.

Time-out at 44 ms Integration
Low Brightness
More Than 17 ft.
Time-out at 2.8 sec. or
Integration

Figure 2-20 Spectra Low Brightness Strobe Exposures

In low brightness conditions when subjects are under 17 feet from the camera
(determined by the transducer) timeout will occur 44 + 5ms after first light unless
the exposure is terminated earlier by the integration of enough light through the
photocells.

For subjects beyond 17 feet in low brightness settings, exposure timeout occurs
2.8 + 0.3 seconds after first light, again unless the exposure is terminated
sooner by the integration of sufficient light.
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FIRST LIGHT DETECT

The first light detect takes place 20 + 3ms after solenoid #1 is released. An
opening in the shutter blades allows light from the encoder LED to reach the
phototransistor of the encoder pair (Figure 2-21). This action gives the encoder
circuitry one count and acts as a starting point for exposure timeouts as
mentioned above.

Encoder
Circuit

Phototransistor

Opening in
Blades

Encoder
LED

Figure 2-21 First Light Detect

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DUAL PHOTODIODE

Light integration in the Spectra is determined by measurements taken through a

dual photodiode (Figure 2-22).

Dual
Photodiode

Dual Photodiode Filter

Top - Green for

Visible Light

Bottom - Black for

Infrared Light

Figure 2-22 Dual Photodiode

The top half of the photodiode measures all visible light, while the bottom half
measures the infrared portion of the light spectrum. By utilizing a dual
photodiode system, light measurements are more precise than in previous
cameras. These measurements determine whether the strobe is to fire at full
output or if there is to be a partial strobe output (quenching).

VIEWFINDER DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS

The brightness reading taken during the exposure mode also serves to
determine the brightness of the displays in the viewfinder. There are two
intensities for the displays. In low light levels (below 12 cd/ft ), the intensity of
the viewfinder displays is diminished while the intensity is increased to offset
high ambient scene brightness (above 12 cd/ft ).

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SPECTRA SYSTEM - AUTOFOCUS

Because of packaging constraints, the Spectra System transducer had to be

made smaller than transducers used in previous Polaroid cameras (Figure 2-
23). Earlier Polaroid transducers have a diameter of 1.5 inches; the transducer
in the Spectra has a 1.1 inch diameter. Additionally, a plastic grill over the
Spectra transducer gives it the appearance of being square.

Transducer

Figure 2-23 Spectra System Transducer

The transducer provides subject distance information to the encoder circuit.

The distance information determines when the moving Quintic Lens should be
stopped by the catch pawl for proper focus. It also provides information to
determine when to stop the shutter blades for the appropriate aperture. Finally,
it provides distance information for the viewfinder display. When the autofocus
system is turned off, the blades open fully and the hyperfocal (infinity) lens
position is chosen.

ELECTRONIC TRIM

In previous camera models, trim has been achieved by sliding a shaded wedge
over the photocell to fool it into causing shorter or longer exposures. In the
Spectra System, trim is achieved electronically. Moving the lighten/darken
switch on the control panel actually affects the electronic circuit of the camera,
causing exposures times to be increased or decreased the equivalent of 2/3
stop. There are no graduations between fully lighten or fully darken. The
change in exposure value is a full 2/3 stop from nominal in either direction.
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FILM SPEED SWITCH

To compensate for minor differences in film speed from pack to pack, a film
speed switch is incorporated into the camera. This switch is located in the film
compartment of the camera and is activated by a plastic tab on the side of the
film pack (Figure 2-24).

Tab on Pack Opens

Switch

Film Speed
Switch

Figure 2-24 Film Speed Switch

When a pack of “normal” film is inserted into the camera, a tab on the pack
opens the switch, This tab is not present on “slow” film packs. Therefore, when
a pack of “slow” film is inserted, the switch stays closed. With the switch closed,
the calibrated strobe and ambient exposures are increased by 0.33 + 0.15 stop
to compensate for the slow film.

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CAMERA INHIBITS

The camera electronic circuits are designed to prevent certain types of camera
operation while another function is taking place. These inhibits are:

Strobe fire is inhibited during dark slide.

Camera cycling is inhibited during strobe charge.

The strobe converter is inhibited during the ranging and processing

cycles.

Motor drive is inhibited when SEE (known as the social switch) is closed.
(This is accomplished by holding the shutter button down after an
exposure is made.)

Camera cycling and strobe charging are inhibited during the self-timer
mode and also when the out-of-film chime is sounding.

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C. SEQUENCE OF OPERATION

STARTING CONDITIONS
CAMERA ERECT, DOOR OPEN, WITH NO FILM PACK

Figure 2-25 shows the drive assembly and wireform switch block. These two
assemblies provide electromechanical control of most camera functions. Note
that the wireform switches are activated by the rotation of both the timing gear
and the counter. In the illustration, the switches are shown as they are in the
starting condition. That is, the camera is erect, the door is open, and there is no
film pack in the camera.

WIREFORM SWITCHES - STARTING CONDITION

Switch Function Condition

S10/S1 Initiates strobe charging; supplies power for OPEN

ranging and preview; initiates cycle.

VER Switches power to camera when erect. OPEN

S9 Initiates darkslide cycle. CLOSED

EOP End of Pack - indicates empty film pack in OPEN

viewfinder display after 10th picture.

EOC/S9 End of Cycle - turns off motor after darkslide OPEN

or processing cycle.

SPD Film speed - opened by “normal” speed film; CLOSED

remains closed with “slow speed” film.

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S10/S1 is the Shutter

Button (not shown)

VER

EOC/S9

Timing Gear

Counter

SPD
EOP

Figure 2-25 Wireform Switchblock and Drive Assembly

FILM PACK INSERTED AND DARK SLIDE

When the film pack is inserted into the camera, electrical connection from the
battery to the camera is made through the two battery contacts in the camera
film compartment. If the film speed falls within the “normal” ASA parameter
there is a projecting tab on the pack. This tab opens a Film Speed wireform
switch in the film compartment as shown in Figure 2-26. If the film speed is
“slow” the tab is absent, the switch remains closed, and the exposure circuits
increase all exposures by 1/3 f-stop.

Tab on Pack
Opens Switch

Film Speed
Switch

Figure 2-26 Film Speed Wireform Switch

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Insertion of the film pack also causes the pack pawl to engage the ratchet teeth
of the counter wheel (Figure 2-27). The pawl remains engaged until the pack is
removed. It allows the counter to turn only in one direction.

Pack Pawl

Figure 2-27 Pack Pawl Engaging Counter Wheel Ratchet

With the film pack inserted into the camera, the door may now be closed and
latched. This causes the door link to pivot counterclockwise slightly (Figure 2-
28). As seen in the illustrations, the upper pin on the door link pushes the +BAT
wireform into contact with VER. The lower pin pushes GND away from VER.

Door Open Door Closed

Door Link

+ Bat
+ Bat
VER

VER
GND
GND

Figure 2-28 Door Link Closes VER Switch

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With the switches in this condition, electrical circuits are completed to all of the
functions noted in Figure 2-29. The camera components are thus able to
receive power only when the door is closed and latched.

Strobe
Switch Block
Features
Light Processor
Power Ics
Folded
Battery Motor

Door Switch
Erect Solenoid #1
Switch Solenoid#2
(Closed by (closed Encoder LED
film door) when
camera Charge & Ready LEDs
erected) User Switches

Figure 2-29 Electrical Circuits with Door Closed and Latched

You will recall that switch S9 is normally closed during the starting condition of
the camera. Thus, when the camera door is closed, power is delivered through
S9 to start the motor. The motor turns the timing gear which is now responsible
for several actions. As seen in “A” of Figure 2-30, before the motor turns the
timing gear switch EOC/S9 is open. (Note that this wireform switch is different
from wireform switch S9 which is activated/deactivated by the counter wheel.)

A
B

EOC/S
9 EOC/S
Open 9Close
d

Timing gear
Timing Gear

Figure 2-30 Timing Gear Closing EOC/S9

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In “B” of Figure 2-30, the motor drives the timing gear and the cam on the face
of the timing gear forces EOC/S9 down, to make with VER. With EOC/S9
closed, the motor will continue to run. Once the cam face moves away from
EOC/S9, the switch contacts open, the motor shuts off and then coasts to bring
the timing gear back to the condition shown in “A” of Figure 2-30.

Another cam, on the back of the timing gear, moves simultaneously with the
cam on the face. The cam on the back of the timing gear actuates the pick slide
which does two things. First, it engages the dark slide in the film pack and pulls
it forward, into the motor-driven rollers. The rollers eject it out of the camera.
Second, a hook on the left end of the pick engages one of the ratchet teeth on
the counter. It indexes the counter from blank to “10” (Figure 2-31).

Counter

Timing Gear
Pulls Pick

Return Spring

Pick Slide
Pick
Indexes
Counter

Figure 2-31 Pick Slide Ejecting Dark Slide and Indexing Counter

As the counter wheel indexes, a pin which holds S9 closed, moves away from
the wireform switch (Figure 2-32). (Note that this occurs while EOC/S9 is still
closed.) As a result, the switch opens and remains operational for the
remainder of all the exposure cycles until the film pack is removed. When the
pack is removed, the pack pawl disengages from the counter ratchet and spring
action brings the counter back to its starting condition. In the starting condition,
the pin again holds S9 closed, so it will be ready to divert power for the next
dark slide cycle.

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S9 Opens

Figure 2-32 Counter Opening S9 Wireform

PREVIEW MODE

At this point in our sequence, there is a pack of film in the camera, the dark slide
has been ejected, the counter has indexed to “10”, and the camera is ready to
take a picture. Lightly pressing the S10/S1 (shutter) button causes the following
events to occur:

If the strobe switch on the control panel is ON, a strobe charging cycle is
initiated. A red LED on the control panel lights during the charging cycle (Figure
2-33). When the strobe is charged (within 2.8 seconds) the red LED
extinguishes and the green LED lights. The green LED stays on for 30 seconds
or until a picture is taken.

Red LED
(Strobe Charging)

Green LED
(Strobe Charged)

Figure 2-33 Strobe Charging/Strobe Charged Lights

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During the Preview mode, an informative three-color display is visible in the

viewfinder eyepiece as long as the shutter button is held half-way down. (Figure
2-34)

Bad Conditions
Good
Distance Conditions
Informatio
n
Figure 2-34 Viewfinder Display During the Preview Mode

The display is created from the logic circuits using signals from:

- the rangefinder circuit which calculates camera-to-subject distance

based on the echo-return time of sonar pulses transmitted from the
transducer;

- the brightness detect circuit which samples ambient scene light through
one of the cells of a dual photodiode.

The display shows subject distance in feet or meters, depending on the setting
of a selector switch on the camera control panel. The subject distance is
displayed in red. A blinking yellow triangle indicates poor picture conditions
(subject too close, subject beyond strobe range, not enough light (if strobe is
turned off). The poor conditions visual symbol is accompanied by an audible
beeping sound which is created by exciting a piezo. A green dot indicates that
pictures conditions are good.

If all ten exposures have been made, a three-second chime will sound during
the Preview mode to indicate that the camera is out of film. This chime also
emanates from the piezo.

If the strobe has been turned off, the same functions take place during the
Preview mode.
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EXPOSURE MODE

When the shutter button (S10/S1) is pressed all the way down, the viewfinder
display is turned off and the exposure mode is initiated. During this mode, the
Quintic Lens is moved to the proper position based on ranging information, the
shutter blades open to the proper aperture based on light measurements and
ranging information, the strobe fires, film is exposed, light measurements
determine when to shutdown the strobe and close the shutter blades, and the
film frame is processed. The following describes how these actions take place.

Figure 2-35 shows the Quintic system in the starting conditions before an
exposure is made. The encoder circuit (LED and photodiode) is on, in
readiness to start reading Quintic Lens movement. Solenoid #1 is turned on,
holding the shutter blades closed in readiness for Quintic movement.

Catch Pawl

Solenoid #2 Moving
Quintic

Solenoid
#1
Inertia

Walking Beam
Drive link

Figure 2-35 Quintic Lens System in Starting Condition

Energizing solenoid #1 causes the drive link and walking beam to pivot
clockwise. This action releases the kick spring which strikes an arm on the
Quintic Lens (Figure 2-36). The Quintic Lens thus starts to pivot counter-
clockwise.

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Moving Quintic
Lens

Walking Spring
Drive Link

Walking Beam

Figure 2-36 Kick Spring Starts Quintic Lens Movement

As the Quintic pivots counterclockwise, light from the encoder LED is alternately
blocked and allowed to pass through to the encoder photodiode. These pulses
of light are created by “windows” along the outer edge of the moving lens
(Figure 2-37). The pulses are counted by the encoder circuit and are compared
to the distance information already generated by the transducer circuit. When
the pulse count corresponds to the distance information, solenoid #2 is
energized.

Solenoid
Ranging #3
Circuit

“Windows” in
Encoder Moving Quintic
Circuit
Encoder LED

Figure 2-37 Encoder Circuit Reads Light Pulses

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Energizing solenoid #2 releases the catch pawl which swings down and
engages one of the teeth cutouts along the periphery of the Quintic Lens
(Figure 2-38). The moving lens is thus halted at a point where, in combination
with the taking lens and the fixed Quintic Lens, it is in proper focus for the
subject distance as measured by the transducer.

Catch Pawl
Solenoid
#2
Moving Quintic
Lens Stopped in
Proper Focus

Figure 2-38 Catch Pawl Holds Quintic in Place

With the lens system now in focus, solenoid #1 is deenergized. Since the catch
pawl moved out of the way in the previous step, the walking beam is free to
pivot under spring action. This releases the shutter blades as in previous
Polaroid shutter systems. At the first instant of shutter blade release after
solenoid #1 is deenergized (actually 20ms after solenoid #1 is deenergized), an
opening created by the position of the three shutter blades allows light from the
encoder LED to again read the encoder photodiode (Figure 2-39). (The position
of the Quintic Lens in its focused or stopped setting is such that a “window” is
lined up between the encoder LED and the photodiode.) This light pulse is the
First Light Detect and serves as the starting point for all exposure
measurements.

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Encode
r
Circuit Quintic Lens in
Focus Position

Encoder
Photodiode

Opening here as
Shutter Blades start Encoder
to open LED

Figure 2-39 First Light Detect

With the shutter blades opened to the proper aperture, strobe firing now occurs.
(If the strobe is turned off, exposure will be determined by light integration or a
maximum time-out of 2.8 seconds.) Strobe fire duration is dependent on the
integration of the transducer camera-to-subject distance information and light
measurement information. If the subject is more than 14 feet away, the strobe
may be fully discharged.

As previously mentioned, Spectra exposure measurements are a combination of

the best features of the Model 640 and Model 660 cameras. The dual cell
photodiode measures all visible white light which is the primary contributor to
ambient exposure calculations. It also measures the infrared component of the
reflected strobe light which is the primary contributor to strobe exposures
(Figure 2-40). Electronic mixing of the proper amount of each of these light
sources provides optimum film exposure by precisely determining when to fire
the strobe, when to turn it off, and when to close the shutter blades.

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Light Measurement
Circuit

Dual Cell
Photodiode

Photodiode
Filter

Figure 2-40 Measurement of Visible Light and Infrared Light

When the light measurement determines that the strobe should be shut down, a
pair of series thyristors in the strobe circuit act to save any unused energy
remaining in the flash capacitor. This departure from previous Polaroid flashes
results in a shorter recharge time for the succeeding exposure.

When the exposure cycle is completed, the logic circuits again energize
solenoid #1. (Figure 2-41)

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Catch
Solenoid #2 Pawl

Quintic Return
Drive Link Spring

Solenoid #1

Figure 2-41 Shutter Components At End of Exposure Cycle

The solenoid pulls the drive link and rotates the walking beam clockwise back to
its original position, closing the shutter blades. Solenoid #2, which has been at
a holding current level during the exposure, is now deenergized. This
disengages the catch pawl from the Quintic and allows the Quintic return spring
to bring the lens back to its original position. The foot of the catch pawl is also
now positioned to latch the walking beam. Thus, when solenoid #1 is
deenergized, the walking beam cannot move. The exposure cycle is now
completed.

Strobe recharging begins immediately after the shutter system is latched in the
form of a brief sneak charge. Before the film frame is even processed, the
sneak charge acts to top off the flash capacitor, either fully recharging it or
partially recharging it. (This depends on how much strobe energy was
expended during the exposure.) The purpose of the sneak charge is to
minimize the time required to charge the strobe before the next exposure is
made. The sneak charge ends when the shutter button is released.

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FILM PROCESSING AND CYCLE ADVANCE

Motor drive starts when the shutter button (S10/S1) is released. The motor
drives the timing gear the same way as described for the dark slide cycle. The
timing gear closes EOC/S9 to keep the motor running and pull the pick slide
forward (Figure 2-42 and 2-43).

EOC/S9
Open EOC/S
9
Closed

Timing Gear During Timing Gear During Processing

Exposure
Figure 2-42 EOC/S9 Wireform Switch Closed by Timing Gear Cam

Counter Timing Gear

Pick Slide

Figure 2-43 Film Processing

A hook on the pick grabs the just-exposed film frame and pulls it into the
developer rollers which are motor-driven. The rollers break the developer pod
and spread the reagent as the frame is fed through the rollers. The pick also
pulls one of the counter wheel ratchets forward and the counter indexes from 10
to 9.

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As the timing gear continues its rotation, the cam on its face loses contact with
EOC/S9. As a result, EOC/S9 opens and turns the motor off. The motor then
coasts and the timing gear returns to its starting position.

With motor power turned off, the strobe charging circuit then completes the
process of charging the strobe capacitor.

After all 10 film frames have been exposed and processed, the counter indexes
to a point where a “0” against a red background appears in the counter window,
indicating that no film remains in the pack. At this point, a pin on the side of the
counter closes the EOP (end-of-pack) switch (Figure 2-44).

S9

EOP Switch Closes

Figure 2-44 Closing The End-Of-Pack (EOP) Switch

With the EOP switch closed, a repeating chime sounds three times signaling
that there is no film left in the pack. If the empty pack is left in the camera, the
chime will sound whenever the shutter button is pressed. A flashing red “0” will
also appear in the viewfinder. This chime will also sound if the camera is
erected after it has been closed with an empty pack inside it.

Removing the empty pack disengages the pack pawl, causing the spring-
tensioned counter wheel to return to its starting condition. A blank appears in
the counter window, the EOP switch opens, and the S9 switch closes. The
camera is now in the starting condition described at the beginning of this
sequence section.

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D. SCHEMATIC

The system schematic for the Spectra System camera is presented on the
following pages.

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Schematic joins here (in center)

Left Side of Schematic

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Schematic joins here (in center)

Right Side of 8 1/2 x 11 inch Schematic

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SECTION 3
TESTING AND ADJUSTMENTS

CONTENTS

A. SPECTRA CAMERA STAR TESTER SPECIFICATIONS ................................................68

B. SPECTRA SYSTEM FUNCTIONAL TEST .......................................................................70

GENERAL.................................................................................................................................70
EQUIPMENT REQUIRED.........................................................................................................70
TEST SETUP............................................................................................................................70
TEST PROCEDURE.................................................................................................................71
C. STAR TESTER MODEL 12650-3 ......................................................................................78
BASIC DESCRIPTION..............................................................................................................78
STAR TESTER SETUP AND PRETEST CHECKS....................................................................80
ORDER OF SPECTRA SYSTEM TESTS..................................................................................83
SPECTRA SYSTEM TEST PROCEDURES..............................................................................85
AMBIENT EXPOSURE .........................................................................................................85
STROBE EXPOSURE (GRAYWALL) ...................................................................................86
ZLS (ZONAL LUMEN SECONDS) GRAYWALL ...................................................................87
HYBRID (ZLS/BLADE SPEED) TEST ..................................................................................88
BLADE SPEED .....................................................................................................................89
STROBE INTEGRATED CURRENT/STROBE CHARGE TIME ...........................................90
D. SPECTRA SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS ...............................................................................91
AMBIENT EXPOSURE CALIBRATION SLIDE..........................................................................91
IR STROBE EXPOSURE CALIBRATION SLIDE.......................................................................93
HYBRID ADJUSTMENT (OPENING BLADE SPRING)............................................................94
BLADE SPEED (OPENING BLADE SPRING)...........................................................................96
SOLENOID 1 ADJUSTMENT FOR QUINTIC POSITION..........................................................96
E. SPECTRA TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTS .....................................................................98

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A. SPECTRA CAMERA STAR TESTER SPECIFICATIONS

Covered ambient -.10 to + .30 stops

Covered strobe exposure (graywall) -.30 to + .20 stops

The following additional tests are required only if the strobe exposure (graywall)
cannot be corrected by adjusting the I.R. exposure calibration slide. See “order
of spectra system tests” in this section.

ZLS graywall 230 ZLS to 350 ZLS

Hybrid (60 ZLS to 110 ZLS)

Blade speed 20 to 24 ms

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CAUTION

The Spectra System camera uses silicon CMOS integrated circuit technology.
CMOS integrated circuits are susceptible to damage created by static electricity.
Static discharges are not always noticeable. Just because you don't notice a
static shock doesn't mean that there hasn't been one. And, just as static is not
always obvious, the damage it creates isn't always obvious - until it's too late. In
fact, one or two static discharges may not cause enough damage to adversely
affect camera operation. However, static discharge damage is cumulative.
Enough static and you will undoubtedly damage the CMOS circuits.

THEREFORE,

Whenever you are working on the Spectra camera and any disassembly is
required, you must wear a grounding wrist strap. The workbench surface must
be dissipative. The workbench itself must be grounded. There should be no
materials on the workbench which are conducive to the creation of static
electricity. (Styrofoam coffee cups are prime villains.)

If it is necessary for you to carry a disassembled camera away from the

grounded workbench to a tester, and you must disconnect your wrist strap, be
certain that you reconnect your wrist strap to a ground at the tester before you
place the camera on the tester horn.

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B. SPECTRA SYSTEM FUNCTIONAL TEST

GENERAL

The purpose of the functional test is to determine if the camera is operating

properly during various phases of simulated operation. In this test the camera is
cycled through dark slide, strobe exposures, non-strobe exposures, and end-of-
pack. The intent is to isolate problems for troubleshooting. If the camera does
not operate as described below, consult the troubleshooting chart most closely
allied with the problem.

EQUIPMENT REQUIRED

Film Pack Simulator #12467

Film Pack Simulator Adapter #13130

Power Supply - Power Mate #12531 or Lambda #12429

TEST SETUP

Power Supply

Film Pack
Simulator #12467

Film Pack Simulator

Adaptor #13130

Figure 3-1 Test Setup for Spectra Functional Test

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1. Except for the trim switch, set all the switches on the control panel at the rear
of the camera to the UP position (automatic mode). Set the trim switch to the
middle (normal) position.

2. Insert the Film Pack Simulator Adapter #13130 onto the Film Pack Simulator
#12467.

3. Plug the Film Pack Simulator with adapter into the power supply (either
Power Mate #12531 or Lambda #12429).

4. Plug the power supply into a 110 VAC power source.

5. Turn the power supply ON.

6. Adjust the power supply output voltage to 6 VDC.

TEST PROCEDURE

1. Erect the camera and open the film door.

2. Install the film pack simulator with the adapter into the camera. The camera
should not cycle.

3. Remove the film pack simulator from the camera.

4. Using the tip of a solder aidee, close the camera door latch (Figure 3-2).

Push in with soldering aid

(greenstick) to close door latch.

Figure 3-2 Close The Spectra Camera Door Latch

5. Install the film pack simulator into the camera again. The camera should go
through a dark slide cycle with the following events happening:
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The strobe should not fire.

The camera shutter blades should remain closed.

The strobe charging light (red) should come on and then go off.

The strobe ready light (green) should come on.

Note: The green ready light will stay on for approximately 30 seconds
and will then extinguish if the camera is not used.

The counter should index from blank to “10”.

6. Aim the camera at an object less than one foot (.1 meter) away and press
the S1/S10 button halfway down (preview mode). The following should
happen:

A warning tone (beep! beep!) will sound.

A flashing yellow triangle within a yellow square will be visible in the

viewfinder.

A red figure “1” will be visible in the viewfinder.

7. On the camera control panel, slide the Feet/Meters selector switch to the
down (meters) position. Again, aim the camera at a subject less than a foot
away and press the S1/S10 button half way down. The following will
happen:

A warning tone (beep! beep!) will sound.

A flashing yellow triangle within a yellow square will be visible in the

viewfinder.

A red figure “1” will be visible in the viewfinder.

8. Slide the Feet/Meters selector switch on the camera control panel back to
the up (feet) position.

9. Aim the camera at an object exactly four feet (1.2 meters) away and press
the S1/S10 button down half way. The following should happen:

A green circle within a green square will be visible in the viewfinder.

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A red figure “4” (feet) will be visible in the viewfinder. (A red figure “1.2”
(meters) will show in the viewfinder if the Feet/Meters switch on the
camera control panel is in the down (meters) position.)

10.Cover the transducer using the fingers or palm of your left hand as shown in
Figure 3-3 or you can cover the transducer with photographic tape. Use
care to prevent covering the photocell. Press the S10/S1 button half way
down. (This simulates an infinity exposure.) The following should happen:

Cover transducer with

hand or tape.

Do not cover
photocells!!

Figure 3-3 Covering the Transducer to Simulate an Infinity Exposure

No red figure should be visible in the viewfinder.

Depending on the ambient light available, a flashing yellow triangle within

a yellow square (with warning beeps) or a green circle within a green
square will be visible in the viewfinder. The warning yellow triangle will
appear in low light level situations, while the green circle will appear if
there is adequate light for a good exposure.

11.Now aim the camera at an object within the range of 2 feet (.6 meter) to 15
feet (4.5 meters) and press the S1/S10 button all the way. The following
should happen:

The strobe should fire.

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You should hear the camera go through an exposure cycle. (The blades
should open and close, the Quintic Lens should move, and the motor
should run.)

The counter should index from “10” to “9”.

The red strobe charging light should come on and then go off.

The green strobe ready light should come on.

12.Repeat the previous step six more times and observe that the camera
operates as indicated above.

13.Move the strobe switch on the camera control panel to the down (OFF)
position. Turn the front of the camera toward you. Cover the photocell with
black photographic tape. Insert a soldering aide between the flapper door
and the bottom of the shutter (Figure 3-4).

AF Switch in
normal setting

Quintic Lens moves

all the way down
Insert soldering
aid in far left side
to hold flapper
door open

Figure 3-4 Quintic Lens Moves to Short-Distance Setting

With the camera aimed toward you, press the S1/S10 button all the way.
The following should happen:

The warning beeps should sound.

There should be no strobe fire.

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The moving Quintic frame should swing down below the level of the
shutter during the exposure and should be visible through the open
flapper door as seen in Figure 3-4. (This is the short distance Quintic
position.)

The shutter blades should open and stay open for the maximum time-out
period of 2.8 seconds.

The camera motor should run.

The counter should index down.

14.At the camera control panel, move the sonar autofocus override switch to the
down (sonar off) position. The photocell should remain covered with the
black photographic tape and the soldering aidee should still be inserted into
the flapper door area. With the camera aimed toward you, press the S1/S10
button all the way. The following should happen:

The warning beeps should sound.

There should be no strobe fire.

The moving Quintic Lens frame should swing down below the level of the
shutter and should be visible through the open flapper door (Figure 3-5).
This is the infinity Quintic position.

AF Switch in
OFF setting

Quintic Lens moves

down part way

Figure 3-5 Quintic Lens Moves to Infinity Setting

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The shutter blades should open and stay open for the maximum time-out
of 2.8 seconds.

The camera motor should run.

The counter should index down.

15.Remove the soldering aide from the flapper door and remove the black
photographic tape from the photocell. Return the strobe and sonar autofocus
override switches on the camera control panel to the up (strobe and sonar
ON) positions.

16.Slide the self-timer switch to the down (self-timer ON) position. (The camera
exposure will be delayed for 12 seconds.) The following should happen:

The warning tones (beep! beep!) should sound. The tones should get
progressively faster until two seconds before the exposure when the tone
becomes steady.

At the front of the shutter, the red LED next to the photocells should flash.
The flashing will get progressively faster until two seconds before the
exposure when the LED stays on.

At the end of 12 seconds, the strobe will fire, but the motor will not run.

Return the self-timer switch to the up (self-timer OFF) position. The following
will happen:

The motor will run.

The counter will index to a white “0” against a red background.

The end-of-pack chimes will ring three times.

17.Press the Sl/S10 button all the way down. The following should happen:

The end-of-pack chimes will sound three times.

The strobe will fire.

Release the Sl/S10 button.

The camera will cycle.

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The end-of-pack chimes will sound three times.

18.Look into the viewfinder and press the Sl/S10 button half-way-down. The
following should happen:

A flashing “0” will be visible in the viewfinder.

The end-of-pack chimes will ring three times.

NOTE: If the S1/S10 switch is pressed all the way down with an empty film
pack, the strobe will fire. After the switch is released the camera will cycle. This
is normal.

This completes the functional test of the spectra system camera. If the
camera does not function as described, go to the troubleshooting
section and refer to the chart which most closely corresponds to the
malfunction.

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C. STAR TESTER MODEL 12650-3

BASIC DESCRIPTION

This Star Tester is an upgrade of the Model 12650-2 (for 600 series and other
cameras). The 12650-3 permits testing Spectra System cameras for seven
different exposure and timing-related operating characteristics, as well as 600
series and other cameras.

Except for a new Horn #13146 for holding Spectra System cameras and a few
name changes of Selector Switch positions (see Figure 3-6), the 12650-3 Tester
is outwardly identical to the earlier Model 12650-2 Star Tester.

Model 12650-3 Controls & Indicators (see Figure 3-6)

Listed below are the Star Tester 12650-3 controls and indicators shown in
Figure 3-6. The integrating light sphere and electronics required to compute and
display exposure, timing and functional characteristics of the camera under test
are all housed within the tester cabinet.

KEY CONTROL/INDICATOR FUNCTION

1 Disc Position Lamps* Not used.

2 Reset Button Clears electronics between tests.

3 Disc/Ride Time Selects disc catch or

Switch* ride time mode for 660.

4 Test Selector Selects Test mode

Switch (7000 ZLS, Flash Exposure,
Ambient & Blade Speed for
Spectra camera.)

5 Horn Volts Selector Selects 5V (low), 6V (nom) or

Switch 6.8V (high). Simulates film pack
battery voltage.

6 20V/2000V Selector With Volt Probe Jack &

DC Voltmeter, allows use
of Tester as voltmeter.
For checking DC voltages
in camera under test, with
standard probe.
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8 Timing Meter Digital readout of strobe

recycle time or blade speed.

9 DC Voltmeter Digital readout of circuit

voltages; also use with
probe in Volt Probe Jack.

10 Stops Error Meter Digital readout for Ambient,

Hybrid, Strobe Exposure Tests

11 DC Current Meter Digital readout of energy

required. to charge strobe
capacitor.

12 ZLS Meter Digital readout of strobe

light output in Zonal Lumen
Seconds.

13 Power Switch AC line voltage On/Off to

Tester. Lights when Tester
is powered.

14 Pack Simulator Connection for film pack

Jack simulation voltage. Lets
Tester function as a power
supply.

15 Strobe Adapters Aligns electronic flash of

(two)* 600/680 camera under test to
Star Tester.

16 Horn Cable Accepts plug on Horn cable.

Connector

17 Disc Detector Accepts cable from 660 Disc

Connector* Detect/Ride Time Fixture.

18 J4 Connector* For future applications.

19 Test Point For connections to oscilloscope.

Connectors Also used for calibrating Tester.
*Not used for testing Spectra System cameras.

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CAUTION: WHEN TESTER IS NOT IN CONSTANT USE, TURN SELECTOR

SWITCH TO 7000 ZLS POSITION. THIS SAVES WEAR ON LIGHT SOURCE,
KEEPS TESTER IN NEUTRAL STATE, READY FOR IMMEDIATE
RESUMPTION OF TESTING.

1 2 4 3

19

7
18
8 9 10

13

11 12

14
Figure 3-6 Star Tester 12650-3 Controls & Indicators
17
(See text for names & function of keyed items)
16
15

STAR TESTER SETUP AND PRETEST CHECKS

1. Install Tester on level surface with clear area around Tester to allow sufficient air flow
for cooling.

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2. Locate the Tester on a bench or table so that when the Spectra on its Horn is
placed on the top of the Tester, the Spectra lens will be exactly 4.5 feet (135
cm) from a graywall target. Also, be sure that the front of the camera is
parallel to the graywall (or the long axis of the camera, front to back, is at
right angles to the graywall). See Figure 3-7.

3. Be sure that the area between camera and graywall, for a width of
approximately 4 feet (or what can be seen in the Spectra viewfinder) is clear
of any objects. This will prevent erroneous readings caused by reflections
from the sonar side lobes of the Spectra camera.

4.5 ft.
135 cm

Figure 3-7 Locating Tester in Relation to Graywall Target

Pretest Checks

4. Connect the Tester to a 115 VAC, 50/60 Hz line.

5. Mount the camera on the Spectra Horn #13146 and connect the cable from
Horn to the receptacle marked “horn” (key #16 in Figure 3-6) on the right
side of the Tester.

6. Turn the Tester Power Switch ON (switch will illuminate if the Tester is
receiving power). Let the Tester warm up a minimum of 10 minutes before
performing tests.
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7. Open the Front Door of the Spectra camera and with a greenstick (solder
aide tool), trip the Door Switch into DOWN position. (See Figure 3-8.)

8. Position the Horn with the camera mounted on it against the front of the
Tester, with the guide tab on the right side of the Horn against right edge of
window mounting plate (see Figure 3-9.)

9. Fully depress the camera Shutter Button five times. Read the Stops Error
Meter and check the Spectra Specification for agreement.

10.AT LEAST WEEKLY: Using a Standard Spectra Camera as a reference,

perform the Ambient Exposure Test to check that the Star Tester is operating
properly.

Figure 3-8 Trip Spectra System Door Switch to DOWN Position

Before Doing Test

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Guide
Tab

Figure 3-9 Positioning Camera on Horn Against Star Tester

ORDER OF SPECTRA SYSTEM TESTS

Tests on Spectra System Cameras should be performed in the following order:

Mandatory tests:

1. Ambient Exposure at 100 C/FS

2. Strobe Exposure (Graywall)

Additional test(s) required only if the Strobe Exposure (Graywall) test reading
cannot be corrected by adjusting the IR Exposure Calibration Slide:

2a. ZLS Graywall Test

If the ZLS Graywall Test result is not within spec, replace the Strobe
Board or the Flashtube Assembly as required.

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If the ZLS Graywall Test is now within spec but the Strobe
Exposure (Graywall) reading remains out-of-spec, perform the:

2b. Hybrid (Strobe/Blade Speed) Test

If the Hybrid Test reading is within spec but the Strobe Exposure Test
reading remains out-of-spec replace the exposure flex and retest.

If the Hybrid Test reading is out-of-spec, perform the Hybrid Test

Adjustment (see Adjustment 2B, next section).

If the Hybrid Adjustment fails to bring the reading within specification,

perform the:

2c. Blade Speed Test

If the Blade Speed is within spec but the strobe Exposure Test
reading remains out-of-spec, replace the exposure flex and retest.

If the Blade Speed Test reading is not within spec, perform the Blade
Speed Adjustment (see adjustment 2C, next section).

If the Blade Speed Adjustment does not correct Blade Speed, repair
or replace the Shutter Assembly and retest.

If battery drain is excessive, perform the:

3. Strobe Integrated Current Test

If this reading is out-of-spec, replace the Strobe Board.

If the strobe takes too long to recharge, perform the:

4. Strobe Charge Time Test

If this reading is out-of-spec, replace the Strobe Board.

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SPECTRA SYSTEM TEST PROCEDURES

AMBIENT EXPOSURE

Purpose

This test measures the energy on the film plane during an ambient (visible)
light exposure. The Star Tester light integrating sphere provides a constant
scene brightness level of 100 candles/ft .

Test Setup

1. Trip the Door Switch on the camera into the down position.

2. Place the camera on the Horn against the Tester window.

3. Slide the AP, Strobe & Audio (beeper) switches on the camera into the
down (OFF) position. Be sure the Trim Switch on the camera is in the
normal position.

4. Leave the Photocell on the camera uncovered.

Test Procedure

1. Press the Shutter Button fully and record the Stops Error Meter reading.
Compare the reading to the Specification.

2. Repeat the process two more times, recording all readings.

3. If the readings are within spec, proceed to the Strobe Exposure

(Graywall) Test.

4. If the test readings are not within Specification, perform the Adjustment
Procedure #1 for Ambient Exposure Calibration Slide and retest. If
reading is now within spec, proceed to the next test (Strobe Exposure
[Graywall] Test).

5. If adjustment fails to bring the reading within spec:

- check that the green ambient filter is in the proper position;

- check that the photocell cap is in position;

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- check that the photocell is seated in the base block.

6. If the above steps do not bring the Ambient Exposure reading within
spec, replace the Exposure Flex and/or the Shutter Assembly and retest.

STROBE EXPOSURE (GRAYWALL)

Purpose

This test measures the resultant energy on the film plane during a 4.5-foot
(135 cm) graywall exposure.

Test Setup

1. Trip the Door Switch on the camera into the down position.

2. Place the camera on the Horn on top of the Tester, with the lens 4.5 ft.
from the graywall. The front of the camera must be parallel to graywall,
and the area visible in the view finder must be clear of objects.

3. Slide all camera switches up (ON), except for the Audio (beeper) switch.
Keep the Lighten/Darken switch in the mid-point (normal) position.

4. Leave the Photocell on the camera uncovered.

5. Set the Test Selector Switch to FLASH EXPOSURE.

Test Procedure

1. Press the Shutter Button fully and note the reading on the Stops Error
Meter.

2. Repeat the procedure two more times, noting the Stops Error Meter
readings. Compare the readings to the Specification.

3. If the test readings are not within specification, perform the Adjustment
Procedure 2 for IR Strobe Exposure Calibration Slide and retest.

4. If adjusting the IR Calibration Slide fails to bring the Strobe Exposure Test
reading within specification:

- check that the IR black filter is seated;

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- check that photocell is seated in the baseblock;

- check that the photocell cap is seated properly.

5. If the above steps do not bring the Strobe Exposure (Graywall) reading
within spec, proceed to the ZLS Graywall Test.

ZLS (ZONAL LUMEN SECONDS) GRAYWALL

Purpose

This test measures the maximum strobe output. This is done by measuring
the energy on the film plane during a 4.5 feet (135cm) graywall exposure
with the shutter blades fully open.

Test Setup

1. Trip the Door Switch on the camera into the down position.

2. Place the camera on the Horn on top of the Tester, with the lens 4.5 feet
from the graywall. The front of the camera must be parallel to the graywall
and the area visible in the viewfinder must be clear of objects.

3. Slide all switches up (ON), except for the AF and Audio (OFF). Set the
Lighten/Darken switch to the NORMAL setting.

4. Cover the Photocell.

5. Set the Test Selector Switch to 7000 ZLS.

Test Procedure

1. Press the Shutter Button fully and note the reading on the ZLS Meter.
Compare the reading to the Specification.

2. If the ZLS Test reading is out of Specification, replace either the

Flashtube Assembly or the Strobe Board and retest.

3. If the ZLS Test reading is within Specification but the Strobe Exposure
(Graywall) reading is still out-of-spec perform the Hybrid Test.

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HYBRID (ZLS/BLADE SPEED) TEST

Purpose

This test measures the resultant energy on the film plane from full strobe
output through partially open blades, to determine whether the blades open
at the proper speed and the strobe fires at the proper time. If the results of
this test are satisfactory, it means that maximum strobe output, blade speed
and ranging are all functioning properly.

Test Setup

1. Trip the Door Switch on the camera into the down position.

2. Place the camera on the Horn on top of the Tester, with the lens 4.5 ft.
from the graywall. The front of the camera must be parallel to the
graywall and the area visible in the viewfinder must be clear of objects.

3. Slide all camera switches up (ON) except the Audio (OFF).

4. Cover the Photocell.

5. Set the Test Selector Switch to 7000 ZLS.

Test Procedure

1. Press the shutter button fully and note the reading on the ZLS meter.

2. Repeat the procedure two more times, noting each meter reading.
Compare the readings to the Specification.

3. If the test readings are not within specification, perform the Hybrid
Adjustment procedure and retest.

4. If this adjustment does not bring the Hybrid Test reading within
specification, proceed to the Blade Speed Test.

5. If the Hybrid Test reading is within spec but the Strobe Exposure Test
reading is still out-of-spec, replace the Exposure Flex and retest.

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BLADE SPEED

Purpose

This Test measures the time between first light detection and 95% blade
opening.

Test Setup

1. Trip the Door Switch on the camera into the down position.

2. Place the camera on the Horn against the Tester window.

3. Slide the AF, Strobe, and Audio (beeper) Switches on the camera down
(OFF).

4. Cover the Photocell.

5. Set the Test Selector Switch to BLADE SPEED.

Test Procedure

1. Push the Reset button on the Tester, then depress the Shutter Button.
Disregard the meter reading (this sets up Tester circuitry).

2. Press the Shutter Button again and watch the Timing Meter carefully.
Note the reading that remains constant for two seconds. Compare this
reading to the Specification.

3. If the reading is not within spec, perform the Blade Speed Adjustment
Procedure and retest the camera.

4. If the adjustment did not bring the Blade Speed within specification, repair
or replace the Shutter Assembly and retest.

5. If Blade Speed is now within specification but Strobe Exposure is still out-
of-spec, replace the Exposure Flex and retest.

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STROBE INTEGRATED CURRENT/STROBE CHARGE TIME

NOTE: These two tests are listed together because Camera and Tester
settings are the same. Both tests can be performed together for
convenience.

Purpose:

The Strobe Integrated Current test measures the energy required to fully
charge the strobe capacitor (C8) in the camera. Strobe charge time
measures the maximum time required for strobe recycling.

Test Setup

1. Trip the Door Switch on the camera into the down position.

2. Place the camera on the Horn on top of the Tester.

3. Slide all the camera switches up (ON), except the AF and Audio (beeper)
Switches.

4. Cover the Photocell.

5. Set the Test Selector Switch to ZLS.

Test Procedure

1. Press the Shutter Button fully to fire the Strobe.

2. After the Strobe fires, slide the Strobe switch on the camera down (OFF)
during the three seconds that the blades are open (maximum timeout).

3. After the camera has cycled, press the RESET button on the Tester and
slide the camera Strobe switch up (ON).

4. Read the Strobe current value on the DC CURRENT Meter and the
maximum value displayed by the TIMING Meter.

5. Compare these readings to the Specification.

6. If either Strobe Current or Strobe Charge Time readings are not within
specification, replace the strobe board.

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NOTE: There are no Adjustment Procedures for Strobe Integrated Current

or Strobe Charge Time.

D. SPECTRA SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS

AMBIENT EXPOSURE CALIBRATION SLIDE

Adjustment Procedure

1. Remove the Top Cover from the Camera (see Figure 3-10)

CAUTION: HIGH VOLTAGE EXPOSURE! VOLTAGES UP TO 320V

ARE PRESENT ON TOP FLASH TUBE TERMINAL (GREEN WIRE)
AND AT VARIOUS OTHER LOCATIONS ON THE STROBE BOARD.

2. If the Ambient Exposure Test readings are too low, use a dental pick and
slide the Ambient Calibration Slide to the right (see Figure 3-11) in
proportion to the amount the reading is too low. The Ambient Calibration
Slide is the one next to the Shutter Base Block (rearmost Slide, when
Base Block is viewed from the rear of the camera).

3. If the Ambient Exposure Test readings are too high, slide the Ambient
Calibration slide to the left, in proportion to the amount the reading is too
high.

4. Put the Test Top Cover in place and retest the camera. Readjust the
Ambient Calibration Slide if necessary.

5. When the Ambient Exposure Test reading is within specification, replace

the Test Top Cover with the camera's own Top Cover.

NOTE: If adjusting the Ambient Calibration Slide fails to bring the readings
within specification, refer to Steps 4, 5 & 6 of the Ambient Exposure test
procedure.

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Figure 3-10 Removing Top Cover from the Spectra Camera

(See Spectra Disassembly/Reassembly Section for details)

Ambient
Calibration
Slide

Figure 3-11 Adjusting Ambient (visible light) Calibration Slide

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IR STROBE EXPOSURE CALIBRATION SLIDE

Adjustment Procedure

1. Remove the Top Cover from the camera (see Figure 3-10).

CAUTION: HIGH VOLTAGE EXPOSURE! VOLTAGES UP TO 320V

ARE PRESENT ON TOP FLASH TUBE TERMINAL (GREEN WIRE)
AND AT VARIOUS OTHER LOCATIONS ON THE STROBE BOARD.

2. If the Strobe Exposure Test readings are too low, use a dental pick and
slide the IR Strobe Exposure Calibration Slide to the right, in proportion to
the amount the reading is too low (see Figure 3-12). The IR Strobe
Exposure Calibration Slide is the nearer or front-most Slide, when the
Base Block is viewed from the rear of the camera).

3. If the Strobe Exposure Test readings are too high, slide the IR Calibration
Slide to the left, in proportion to the amount the reading is too high.

4. Put the Test Top Cover in place and retest the camera. Readjust the IR
Strobe Exposure Calibration Slide if necessary, using the Test Top
Cover.

5. When the Strobe Exposure Test reading is within specification, replace

the Test Top Cover with the camera's own Top Cover.

NOTE: If adjusting the IR Calibration Slide fails to bring the readings within
specification, refer to steps 4 & 5 of the Strobe Exposure test procedure.

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IR Strobe
Calibration
Slide

Figure 3-12 Adjusting the IR Strobe Exposure Calibration Slide

HYBRID ADJUSTMENT (OPENING BLADE SPRING)

Adjustment Procedure

1. Remove the Top Cover from the camera, see Figure 3-10.

CAUTION: HIGH VOLTAGE EXPOSURE! VOLTAGES UP TO 320V

ARE PRESENT ON TOP FLASH TUBE TERMINAL (GREEN WIRE)
AND AT VARIOUS OTHER LOCATIONS ON THE STROBE BOARD.

2. If the Hybrid (ZLS/Blade Speed) Test readings are too low, increase the
tension on the Opening Blade Spring by moving it one notch to the right
(when facing the back of the Camera), See Figure 3-13.

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3. If the Hybrid Test readings are too high, decrease the tension on the
Opening Blade Spring by moving it one notch to the left (when facing the
back of the camera), See Figure 3-13.

4. Put the Test Top Cover on the camera and retest. Repeat the procedure,
if necessary, moving the Opening Blade Spring one notch at a time and
replacing the Test Top Cover each time before retesting.

5. When the Hybrid Test Reading is within specification, replace the Test
Top Cover with the camera's own Top Cover.

NOTE: If changing the tension on the Opening Blade Spring fails to bring
the readings into specification, refer to steps 4 & 5 of the Hybrid (ZLS/Blade
Speed) test procedure.

Increase Speeds
Decrease Speeds

Change position of
Spring in rack to
affect blade speed

Figure 3-13 Hybrid Test Adjustment (Opening Blade Spring tension

adjustment)

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BLADE SPEED (OPENING BLADE SPRING)

Adjustment Procedure

1. Remove the Top Cover from the Spectra Camera (see Figure 3-10).

2. Using tweezers, carefully lift the upper end of the Opening Blade Spring
out of its notch in the Shutter Base Block (see Figure 3-13).

CAUTION: DO NOT OVERSTRETCH SPRING!

3. If the Blade Speed is too slow, reposition the Opening Blade Spring one
notch to the right. If the speed is too fast, reposition the Spring one notch
to the left.

4. Put Test Top Cover on camera and retest Blade Speed. Readjust the
Spring position if necessary.

5. When Blade Speed is within specification, replace Test Top Cover with
camera's own Top Cover.

6. If adjusting the Spring position will not bring the Blade Speed within
specification, replace the Spring and retest.

7. If Blade Speed is still out of specification, disassemble the camera to the

shutter level (see the Disassembly/Reassembly Section of this manual).
Examine the blade-opening parts (Walking Beam/Inertia Assembly, Drive
Link, etc.) and the Shutter Blades for dirt, binding parts and damage.
Correct any problems found, reassemble the camera and retest Blade
Speed. Readjust Opening Blade Spring if necessary.

SOLENOID 1 ADJUSTMENT FOR QUINTIC POSITION

If the movable Quintic Lens element travels at too high or too low a speed, its
final (focused) position may not be correct for the distance measured by the
camera's sonar system. (If the Quintic moves too fast, for example, the
Catch Pawl may not be able stop it at the correct position.) Quintic speed
can be adjusted as follows.

Adjustment Procedure

1. Remove the Top Cover from the camera (see Figure 3-10)
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CAUTION: HIGH VOLTAGE EXPOSURE! VOLTAGES UP TO 320V

ARE PRESENT ON TOP FLASH TUBE TERMINAL (GREEN WIRE)
AND AT VARIOUS OTHER LOCATIONS ON THE STROBE BOARD.

2. Using a small screwdriver, carefully turn the adjusting screw of Solenoid

1 one-half turn at a time. Turn the screw counter-clockwise to increase
Quintic speed, clockwise to decrease Quintic speed. (See Figure 3-14.)

3. Put Test Top Cover in place on camera.

4. Retest the camera to verify that the Catch Pawl catches (stops) the
Quintic at the correct position. If it does not, readjust the Solenoid 1
adjusting screw, one-half turn at a time, until the Quintic is caught by the
Catch Pawl.

5. When proper Quintic catch is achieved, replace Test Top Cover with
camera's own Top Cover.

6. If steps 1 - 3 fail to produce correct Quintic catch, disassemble the

camera to the shutter level and inspect the plunger of Solenoid 1, Catch
Pawl and Quintic element for dirt, damage, binding, etc. Correct any
problems that are found, reassemble the shutter and retest the camera.

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Turn CCW to Increase

Quintic Speed

Turn CW to Decrease
Quintic Speed

Solenoid
Adjusting Screw

Figure 3-14 Adjusting Solenoid 1 to Change Quintic Speed.

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E. SPECTRA TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTS

LOGIC PROBE OPERATION

(MODEL #PRB-50)

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR OPERATING ELECTRONIC LOGIC

PROBE:

1. Connect the black lead to ground (earth); connect the red lead to Vbat at
power supply.

2. If Vbat is within legal operating limits, the pulse LED will blink once and turn
off. The V+ will remain off.

3. If Vbat is too high, the pulse LED will remain on. REMOVE BLACK AND
RED LEADS FROM THE POWER SUPPLY IMMEDIATELY.

4. If Vbat is too low, the logic LEDs will be off and both the V+ and V- LEDs will
be on. REMOVE BLACK AND RED LEADS FROM THE POWER
SUPPLY IMMEDIATELY.

When analyzing a 7000 camera, proceed as follows:

a. Set the TTL/CMOS switch to CMOS.

b. Place the probe tip onto the circuit test point.

c. Set the LATCH switch to the LATCH position.

d. Hold the probe in place until the pulse LED lights.

CAUTION: A false signal may latch the logic probe if, during the test, the
probe tip is removed from the test point or Vbat is removed from the camera
or the probe.

e. Return the switch to the NORMAL position.

f. Retest to confirm the results.

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“CHECKS-OK” PROCEDURE FOR ALL SPECTRA SERIES CAMERAS

Use all available failure information for camera analysis such as customer letter,
repair tag, etc.

If the Customer complaint is “BLACK PICTURE”

Remove the Top cover and inspect the following areas:

Encoder pair wires on connector.

D1 Diode.
Defective Quintic.
Solenoid 2 connection.
IC1 lead lifted.
IC2 lead lifted.
Solenoid 1 connection.

If the Customer complaint is “NO DARK SLIDE”

Remove the Top and Bottom covers and inspect the following areas:

Motor flex to Wireform connection.

Defective or distorted Wireform switch.
Exposure module to Ranging board to Strobe board connections.
Counter hang-up.
D1 Diode.
Battery wire connection.
Cracked streaks on Exposure module or Motor flex.
Lifted leads on IC's.

If the Customer complaint is “NO STROBE FIRE”

Remove the Top Cover and inspect the following areas:

Flash tube assembly.

S10/S1 switch.
Ranging module switch block.
Exposure to Ranging module connections.

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If the Customer complaint is “CONTINUOUS CYCLE”.

Remove the Top and Bottom Covers and inspect the following areas:

Exposure module to Motor flex connection.

Defective or distorted Wireform switch.
Motor flex to Switch block connection.
Counter hang-up.
Exposure to Feature flex connection.

If the Customer complaint is “RANGING” related.

Remove the Top Cover and inspect the following areas:

Feature flex broken.

VR1 on Ranging module broken or misadjusted.
Ranging module to Exposure module connection.
Transducer wire connection.

For those cameras where “NO INFORMATION” is available.

Remove both Top and Bottom Covers and inspect the following areas:

Solenoid 1 and 2 connections.

Encoder wire routing.
Exposure flex improperly soldered causing pressure sensitive shorts.
Strobe board connections.
Smooth Quintic operation.
Flex shorting in the Counter area.
Motor connector.

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STROBE EXPOSURE
BLADES DON’T OPEN
BLADES SPEED

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NO ENCODER

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NO SELF-TIMER MODE

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NO SOLENOID DRIVE

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FILM SPEED SWITCH FAILURE

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NO STROBE
FIRE

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LEAKAGE

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DRAWS HIGH CURRENT

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MEAN TIME-OUT
(MTO) (AMBIENT)

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NO STROBE CHARGE

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RANGING IMPROPERLY

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CONTINUOUS CYCLE

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CONTINUOUS CYCLE

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NO DARK SLIDE/NO MOTOR DRIVE

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SECTION 4
DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY

CONTENTS

A. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS & CAUTIONS .....................................................................118

B. DISASSEMBLY OF SPECTRA SYSTEM CAMERA ......................................................120

1. REMOVING TOP COVER...................................................................................................120
2. DISCHARGING PHOTOFLASH CAPACITOR C-8..............................................................121
3. REMOVING MID-COVER...................................................................................................121
3A. MID-COVER DISASSEMBLY............................................................................................122
4. REMOVING BOTTOM COVER..........................................................................................123
5. REMOVING FRONT DOOR...............................................................................................124
6. REMOVING SPREAD SYSTEM FROM FRONT DOOR......................................................125
7. REMOVING RANGING BOARD..........................................................................................125
8. REMOVING SWITCH BLOCK FROM RANGING BOARD...................................................127
9. REMOVING STROBE BOARD............................................................................................128
10. REMOVING DISPLAY/PRISM ASSEMBLY AND FEATURES FLEX.................................129
11. REMOVING EXPOSURE FLEX.......................................................................................130
12. REMOVING GEAR TRAIN COVER...................................................................................131
12A. GEAR TRAIN DISASSEMBLY........................................................................................134
12B. GEAR TRAIN REASSEMBLY.........................................................................................137
13. REMOVING DOOR LATCH, SPRING & MOTOR.............................................................140
14. REMOVING SHUTTER FRONT HOUSING......................................................................141
15. REMOVING TRANSDUCER AND FLASH TUBE ASSEMBLIES......................................142
16. REMOVING LENS MOUNTING PLATE...........................................................................143
17. SHUTTER DISASSEMBLY...............................................................................................144
17A. SHUTTER REASSEMBLY (WITH CAMERA ON FIXTURE)............................................146
18. REMOVING SHUTTER ASSEMBLY AS A UNIT..............................................................150
19. REMOVING PIEZO ASSEMBLY......................................................................................153
20. REMOVING SOLENOIDS 1 AND 2..................................................................................154
20A. INSTALLING SOLENOIDS 1 AND 2..............................................................................155
21. REMOVING DRIVE LINK................................................................................................155
22. REMOVING ERECTING LINKAGE..................................................................................156
23. REMOVING ERECT BUTTON LATCH.............................................................................157
24. REMOVING BELLOWS (BOOT)......................................................................................158
25. REMOVING VIEWFINDER ASSEMBLY...........................................................................159
25A. VIEWFINDER REASSEMBLY.........................................................................................160
26. REPLACING A DEFECTIVE MIRROR..............................................................................161
C. WIRE ROUTING ILLUSTRATED INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................164

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CAUTION
The Spectra System camera uses silicon CMOS integrated circuit technology.
CMOS integrated circuits are susceptible to damage created by static electricity.
Static discharges are not always noticeable Just because you don't notice a
static shock doesn't mean that there hasn't been one. And, just as static is not
always obvious, the damage it creates isn't always obvious - until it's too late. In
fact, one or two static discharges may not cause enough damage to adversely
affect camera operation. However, static discharge damage is cumulative.
Enough static and you will undoubtedly damage the CMOS circuits.

Therefore...

Whenever you are working on the Spectra camera and any disassembly is
required, you must wear a grounding wrist strap. The workbench surface must
be dissipative. The workbench itself must be grounded. There should be no
materials on the workbench which are conducive to the creation of static
electricity. (Styrofoam coffee cups are prime villains.)

If it is necessary for you to carry a disassembled camera away from the

grounded workbench to a tester, and you must disconnect your wrist strap, be
certain that you reconnect your wrist strap to a ground at the tester before you
place the camera on the tester horn.

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A. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS & CAUTIONS

The following procedures and illustrations cover complete disassembly of the

Spectra System camera and virtually all Spectra sub-assemblies. Note
however, that for many repairs, it is not necessary to completely disassemble
the Camera: only certain covers, subassemblies or adjacent parts need to be
removed to gain access to the part to be repaired/replaced. Reassembly
instructions are provided for the more complex sub-assemblies (for example,
the Gear Train and Shutter assemblies). To reassemble other Spectra
assemblies, follow disassembly instructions in reverse order. At the beginning
of each disassembly procedure, the statement “Parts which must be removed
before doing this procedure: - - - - - -” lists what (if anything) must be
disassembled or removed before doing the particular procedure.

Flexes - handle carefully and avoid sharp bending, crimping or scraping.

Protect contacts from damage.

Technician Grounding - To prevent static charges from destroying the

electrically-sensitive integrated circuits (chips) on many of the Spectra's flex
circuits and boards, the technician should be properly grounded before starting
disassembly or reassembly. Wrist strap must be in place and connected to
workplace. (See also the special CAUTION notice at the front of this section).

Tools - In addition to the usual small flat-blade and Phillips head screwdrivers,
solder aid tool ("greenstick"), tweezers and low-wattage soldering iron, the
following will be needed for Spectra disassembly:

- Top Cover Pin Removal Tool (P/N 13109)

- Capacitor Discharge Dump Probe (P/N 13119)
- Camera Work Support Fixture (P/N 13123)
- Features Flex Removal Tool (P/N 13124)
- Long needle-nose pliers with coated jaws,
uninsulated handles
- Right-angle needle-nose pliers with coated jaws,
uninsulated handles
- Exacto knife with #11 blade
- Dental pick

Wire routing - When wires must be moved to allow removal of a part, carefully
note their placement. They must be accurately replaced in their original position
for the camera to function properly.

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DANGER: SHOCK HAZARD

Immediately after removing top cover, ALWAYS DISCHARGE

PHOTOFLASH CAPACITOR C-8 BEFORE PROCEEDING, to avoid
shock. Insert Dump Probe (P/N 13119) so that pins positively
contact capacitor te rminals
(Figure 4-2).

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B. DISASSEMBLY OF SPECTRA SYSTEM CAMERA

1. REMOVING TOP COVER

(Parts which must be removed before doing this procedure: None)

a. With camera erect and Front Door closed, use Top Cover Pin Removing
Tool
(P/N 13109) to remove pin. Holding camera inverted depress tab slightly
with tool tip and engage pin in end of tool. Tilt tool handle backward slightly
to grasp pin firmly and pull pin out.

b. Turn camera right side up. Insert greenstick between Top Cover and Cone
on hand strap side, prying Top Cover slightly upward and outward to release
detent on inside of cover. Close camera and lift cover off.

Side View

Top Cover Pin Removal

Tool #13109
Green Stick: Push under cover
Pry then pry in direction of arrow

Cone

Top Cover

Figure 4-1 Removing Top Cover

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2. DISCHARGING PHOTOFLASH CAPACITOR C-8

(Parts which must be removed before doing this procedure: Top Cover)

DANGER: SHOCK HAZARD

Immediately after removing Top Cover, ALWAYS DISCHARGE

PHOTOFLASH CAPACITOR C-8 BEFORE PROCEEDING, to avoid
shock. Insert Dump Probe (P/N 13119) so that pins positively
contact Capacitor term inals. (Figure 4-2).

C8
Probe Pins Must Positively
Touch Capacitor Terminals

Capacitor Discharge
Dump Probe #13119

Figure 4-2 Discharging Capacitor C-8 with Dump

Probe P/N 13119

3. REMOVING MID-COVER

(Parts which must be removed before doing this procedure: Top Cover)

a. With needlenose pliers, remove two L-shaped hinge pins. (Rotate upward
1/4 turn if leg of pin is pointing down.)

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b. Close camera if erected and open Front Door. Insert greenstick between
Mid-Cover and side of Main Frame to release one side. Then insert
greenstick at top center as shown, twisting stick while holding side of
Cover out. Finally, insert greenstick on opposite side and pry outward.

c. Shut door and lay camera flat. Bend out sides slightly, pivot on the
locating cutouts on the Bottom Cover as shown and lift off Mid-Cover.

Needlenose
Pliers
L-Shaped Pins

2 Green Stick
3

Figure 4-3 Removing Mid-Cover

3A. MID-COVER DISASSEMBLY

a. To remove Eye Cup, use greenstick to spring out tabs on Eye Wedge
Retainer. Remove clear plastic Eye Wedge. Eye Cup can now be
removed from Eye Wedge Retainer.

b. To remove Counter Window, use greenstick to gently unhook top tab of

Window.

c. To remove the Rear Decorative Plate from Mid-Cover, pop it out from the
inside of Mid-Cover and peel off. Or, carefully pry off from the outside with
Exacto knife (two types).

d. To replace Front Decorative Plate, pry up with tool and peel off.
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Eyecup

Tab
Top Tab

Eye Wedge

Counter Front decorative

Window Green Stick plate not shown

Push here to pop out one type of Decorative

Plate
Figure 4-4 Removing Eye Cup and Counter Window from Mid-Cover

4. REMOVING BOTTOM COVER

(Parts which must be removed before doing this procedure: Top Cover and
Mid-Cover)

a. With camera erect, pry off Erect Button with greenstick/screwdriver.

b. Carefully insert flat bladed screwdriver behind locking tab and bend tab
slightly to unhook it. CAUTION: DO NOT LET SCREWDRIVER SLIP
AND DAMAGE INDUCTOR COIL ON RANGING BOARD. Pull Bottom
Cover away slightly.

c. Insert greenstick as shown. Using it as a lever, gently unsnap Bottom

Cover.

d. To remove Cover, invert camera. Holding Cone with one hand, first slide
Cover to rear about 1/2” with other hand. Then lift Cover up and off.
(Lugs on inside of Cover must first slide back to clear retaining ramps on
Cone.)

e. To remove Tripod Nut (if necessary), rotate Nut 1/4 turn clockwise with
pliers to free internal lugs. Nut then lifts out.

f. To remove Film Pack Springs (if necessary), lift and bend legs slightly
with pliers, then lift them out.

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a. Pry off Erect Button

Flat-Blade Screw Driver

b.
Green Stick

Inductor Coil
Locking Tab

d.

1/2 in.
Unsnap
c. Cover

Slide Cover to rear Bottom Cover

then lift
Figure 4-5 Removing Bottom Cover

5. REMOVING FRONT DOOR

(Parts which must be removed before doing this procedure: None)

a. Unhook hinge on side opposite gear train by bending side out slightly.

b. Next unhook hinge on gear train side and rotate cover downward to remove.

Bend side out to

release hinge

Figure 4-6 Removing Front Door

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6. REMOVING SPREAD SYSTEM FROM FRONT DOOR

(Parts which must be removed before doing this procedure: Front Door)

a. Carefully insert an Exacto knife with a #11 blade in slot just below the
lower spring leg on left (non-gear) side of door. Keep blade flat in same
plane as rollers, with dull edge to your left. (Tape sharp edge to protect
your fingers)

b. Insert blade so that tip is about halfway in between front and rear legs of
spring. Push blade slightly to left (about 1/16’). Push hidden spring tab
free of retaining shoulder. Left side of Spread bracket can then be pulled
out slightly.

c. Repeat process on right side, inserting blade in slot just below lower leg
of right spring. Push blade to right and release right side. Remove
Spread Assembly.

a. & b.
Gear Side

c.

Push to release
Spring Tab
View

Blade

Figure 4-7 Removing Spread System from Door

7. REMOVING RANGING BOARD

(Parts which must be removed before doing this procedure: Top, Mid- and
Bottom Covers, Strobe Board Retainer. Disengage S10/S1 assembly from
tab, remove Exposure Flex from Strobe Board, place Strobe on Gear Train
side and remove Insulating Shield.)

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NOTE: BEFORE DOING THIS PROCEDURE, CAREFULLY NOTE THE

POSITION OF ALL WIRES. ON REASSEMBLY, THEY MUST BE
REPLACED IN THEIR ORIGINAL POSITIONS.

NOTE: THIS PROCEDURE IS DONE MOST EASILY AND QUICKLY WITH

THE CAMERA MOUNTED ON WORK SUPPORT FIXTURE PAN 13123.

a. Pull Board slightly to the left and then out from camera.

b. Remove Flex from connector using Flex Shim Tool or right-angle needlenose
pliers.

c. Bend board downward and with pliers or tweezers straighten leads of

transducer wires where they enter quick-disconnect terminals. Disconnect
red wire first by straightening tip at end of connector. Remove black wire by
pulling it out of quick-disconnect shell. (Wires may be soldered and require
unsoldering.)

d. Remove Ranging Board.

b. Flex
Connector

Ranging Board

c.
Transducer Wires

a.
Ranging Board
Ranging Board
Figure 4-8 Removing Ranging Board

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8. REMOVING SWITCH BLOCK FROM RANGING BOARD

(Parts which must be removed before doing this procedure: Ranging Board)

a. Insert screwdriver or greenstick under Control Panel Cover tab at top

right and gently pry up.

b. Repeat for tab at top left of Control Panel Cover.

c. From component side of Ranging Board, push on the three Cover

retaining tabs as shown.

d. Remove Control Panel Cover by pulling out and up from bottom of Cover.

Ranging Board
d.
Push Control Panel
Push Cover
Lift Up
c.
a.

Screwdriver

b.
Tab

Figure 4-9 Removing Switch Block from Ranging Board

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9. REMOVING STROBE BOARD

(Parts which must be removed before doing this procedure: Top Cover)

a. With tweezers, push up small plastic Strobe Board Retainer fitting, then
lift out to free the Board.

b. With small screwdriver or greenstick, push tab forward just enough to free
the Sl0/Sl assembly.

IMPORTANT: BEFORE PROCEEDING, MAKE MENTAL NOTE OF

WIRE POSITIONS.

c. With needlenose pliers, gently pull off J14 (red) and J15 (black) wires
from their Board connectors.

d. At bottom left corner of Board, remove J17 (green) and J16 (orange)
wires. Next pull off or unsolder strobe wire (may be brown or white) from
Board Trigger Coil.

e. Next remove Exposure Flex from its Board connector, carefully using
right-angle needlenose pliers.

Remove Exposure
Strobe Board Flex

Tab b.
Release S1/S10
Assembly
a.
Retainer c.
Disconnect J14 (red)
and J15 (black)

d.
Disconnect J17
(green) & J16
(orange).
Unsolder Trigger
Coil Wire
Figure 4-10 Removing Strobe Board

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10. REMOVING DISPLAY/PRISM ASSEMBLY AND FEATURES FLEX

(Parts which must be removed before doing this procedure: Top, Mid- and
Bottom Covers)
NOTE: THIS PROCEDURE IS DONE MOST EASILY AND QUICKLY WITH
THE CAMERA MOUNTED ON WORK SUPPORT FIXTURE P/N 13123.

a. Insert Features Flex Removal Tool (P/N 13124) into tracks in viewfinder
to release spring fingers.

b. Insert tip of screwdriver as shown. Using it as a lever and the erecting

spring as a fulcrum, gently pull out the Prism, to free the end of the
Features Flex along with the Prism and Features Board.

c. Remove two Piezo wires from connector mounted on Flex. If push-on

terminals are present, gently pull out wires with tweezers. Note that on
some models, these wires may be soldered and removal requires
unsoldering.

d. Remove Features Flex from Features Board, grasping Flex firmly with
right-angle needlenose pliers.

e. If it is necessary to remove Features Flex with self-timer LED, remove

Shutter Front Housing (see Step 14 & Figure 4-17) and gently lift Flex
with LED connector out from under leg near LED.

f. Remove Features Flex from Exposure Flex with needlenose, right-angle

pliers.

Features Flex

Viewfinder

Prism & Features

Board
a. Erecting Spring

Features Flex
Piezo Wires
b.
Removal Tool Pry Up
#13124 c.

Figure 4-11 Removing Display/Prism Assy. & Features Flex

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11. REMOVING EXPOSURE FLEX

(Parts which must be removed before doing this procedure: Top, Mid- &
Bottom Covers)

NOTE: THIS PROCEDURE IS DONE MOST EASILY AND QUICKLY

WITH THE CAMERA MOUNTED ON WORK SUPPORT FIXTURE
P/N 13123.

a. Remove Photodiode retainer from Shutter Baseblock, using tweezers.

b. Remove gray Encoder wires from 4-wire connector on Exposure Flex.

c. Remove Flex push-on connectors from Solenoid 2.

d. Remove Flex push-on connectors from Solenoid 1.

e. Disconnect Exposure Flex from Strobe Board and put aside (see Step 9).

f. Using right-angle needlenose pliers, disconnect Exposure Flex from

Ranging Board. Let Ranging Board hang out of way.

g. Remove Insulating Shield.

h. Remove Exposure Flex from Features Flex with right-angle needlenose

pliers.

i. Remove Flex from Motor and Gear Train Flex by lifting connector block
out of its holder. Then use needlenose pliers to remove Exposure Flex
from connector.

j. Remove Exposure Flex with its adhesive strip by prying the adhesive
strip off the Cone.

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Shutter Baseblock
a. Remove Phodiode
Retainer

c.
Solenoid #2
Baseblock d.
e.
Exposure Flex Solenoid #1
Connector
Block b.
Encode
Motor & Gear r Wires
Train Flex Four Wire
Connector

Exposure Flex
Connector Holder
in Rear of Frame

Figure 4-12 Removing Exposure Flex

12.REMOVING GEAR TRAIN COVER

(Parts which must be removed before doing this procedure: Top, Mid- &
Bottom Covers)

NOTE: THIS PROCEDURE IS DONE MOST EASILY AND QUICKLY WITH

THE CAMERA MOUNTED ON WORK SUPPORT FIXTURE P/N 13123.

a. Remove Flapper Door (Figure 4-13a) by gently springing right pivot

support arm of Main Frame away from Door pivot pin. CAUTION: Keep
finger over Door spring (center) to prevent pop-out and loss of spring.

(For steps b. through f., see Figure 4-13b.)

b. Remove Motor Gear Drive Flex Assembly from Motor with greenstick.

c. Free Flex from beneath retaining tabs on Gear Train Cover.

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d. To remove Flex Retainer from Cover (see Figure 4-13c), insert small
screwdriver in right-hand hole and tilt handle down so tip goes upward.
Then insert in left hole and move handle to right. Lift out Flex Retainer.

e. Lift top left corner of Flex away from guide tab using flat blade.

f. Using tweezers, carefully disconnect Flex contacts from Film Switch.

g. Free the edge of the Flex from beneath the small tab by pushing Flex to
left.

Door Spring

Flapper Door

Right Pivot Support

Figure 4-13a Flapper Door Removal

Motor Gear Drive

Flex Assembly

Green Stick
Motor

Fig. 4-13b Removing Motor/Gear Train Flex

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h. Remove Door Release Button by pushing it forward and lifting up (Figure 4-

13d).

i. Insert small screwdriver in slot at right end of Gear Train Cover and gently tilt
handle down to release the Cover (see Figure 4-13d). Door latch must be in
the "down” position: push down on end of Door Latch nearest gear #4.

j. Now free opposite end of the Gear Train Cover near the Counter Wheel by
inserting a screwdriver at the two places shown in Fig. 4-14e. Gently pry the
upper finger upward, the lower finger outward. Rotate the Cover outward,
freeing the top first and then unhooking the bottom of the Cover from the tab
next to the film switch.

Flex Retainer
Door release Button
Gear Train
Cover

Free forward
end of cover

Figure 4-13c Figure 4-13d

Removing Flex Retainer Removing Door Release
Button

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Pry Up

Pry Out

Figure 4-13e Removing Gear Train Cover

12A. GEAR TRAIN DISASSEMBLY

(Parts which must be removed before doing this procedure: All Covers, Gear
Train Cover & Gear Train /Motor Flex)

NOTE: THIS PROCEDURE IS DONE MOST EASILY WITH THE CAMERA

MOUNTED ON WORK SUPPORT FIXTURE #13123. THE CAMERA
SHOULD BE ERECTED AND THE DOOR SHOULD BE OPEN.

NOTE: AS AN AID TO REASSEMBLY, WHEN REMOVING PARTS,

POSITION THEM ON THE BENCH IN THE ORDER IN WHICH THEY
WERE REMOVED.

a. Carefully lift off the Wireform Switch Block from the gear train.

b. Remove the Noise Suppresser (washer) from Gear #1. See Figure 4-
14a.

c. Remove Gear #4.

d. Release the Door Link Spring from under the tab and remove the Door
Link with the spring.

e. Remove the Erect Switch Link.

f. Remove the Pack Counter Disc (if present).

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g. Disconnect the Pick Spring from the Pack Pawl and remove the Pack
Pawl.

h. Remove the Timing Gear.

i. Remove the Pick with the Pick Spring still attached.

j. Remove the Counter Wheel with the Counter Wheel Spring.

k. Remove Gear #3.

1. Referring to Figure 4-14b, remove the Door Latch.

m. Remove Gear #2.

n. Remove Gear #1.

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Noise
Gear #4 Door Link &
Erect Switch Link Timing Suppressor
Spring Gear #3
Gear Gear #1 Gear #2

Pack Counter

Counter Pick
Wheel Pack Pawl Spring
and Spring

Pick

Figure 4-14a Gear Train Disassembly

Pry to Separate Latch

from Main Frame

Figure 4-14b Removing the Door Latch

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12B. GEAR TRAIN REASSEMBLY

CAUTION: IT IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT THAT ALL PARTS ARE

PROPERLY ALIGNED AFTER YOU HAVE REASSEMBLED THEM. THE
POSITION OF THE WIREFORM SWITCHES IS ESPECIALLY CRITICAL.
IF THE PARTS ARE NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED, THE CAMERA WILL
NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY. BE CERTAIN THAT YOU REASSEMBLE
ALL GEAR TRAIN PARTS ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.
REFER TO FIGURES 4-14c AND 4-14e TO DOUBLE CHECK YOUR
WORK.

a. Install Gear #1 and the Noise Suppresser (washer). Note that Gear #1
has a hub on the shaft above the small gear segment.

b. Orient the Door Latch over the Main Frame and Gear Train and install it
by snapping the tabs into place to lock the latch to the frame. (Figure 4-
14d). Be sure the lower tab of the latch is under the metal spring (as
seen through the opening in the middle of the main frame - Figure 4-14d).

c. Install Gear #2.

d. Install Gear #3.

e. Load the Counter Wheel Spring into the cavity on the Counter Wheel and
install the Counter over its shaft on the Gear Train. Rotate the Counter
about one turn counter-clockwise. The Counter will rise over the tab and
settle into position. When correctly installed, the two pins on the wheel
will be at about the one and two o'clock positions (See Figure 4-14e).

f. Install the Pick.

g. Install the Pack Pawl (with the spring attached) onto the Gear Train.
Attach the other end of the spring to the Pick.

h. Replace the Timing Gear, orienting it so that the ends of the cam
segment are at the five and nine o'clock positions (Figure 4-14 e).

I. Replace the Pack Counter if one was removed at disassembly.

j. Install the Erect Switch Link so that the left edge is in the vertical position.
The upper portion of the link sits in the cutout on the side of the cone.

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k. Position the Door Link Spring on the Door Link and carefully install them
on the Gear Train. The upper spring arm should be locked under the tab
as indicated in Figure 4-14c. The Door Link must be in the up position. If
it isn’t, push down on the arm of the Door Latch to raise the Door Link.

l. Replace Gear #4.

Long Spring Finger

Gear #4 fits Under Tab C Noise Suppressor
Erect link Gear #1 Gear #2
Gear #3
Door
Link
Timing Gear
Counter
Tab C
Load Spring Pack Pawl
into Counter & Spring
turn CCW. Attaches to
Counter will rise Pack Pawl at
over Tab D & Point A &
lock into place Tab A Pick at Point B
Tab B

Tab D

Pick

Figure 4-14c Gear Train Reassembly

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Tab on Main Frame

locks into hole on
Tab on Door Latch locks Door Latch
into hole on Main Frame

Metal Spring protrudes

forward

Latch Tab goes

under Metal Spring

Figure 4-14d Installing the Door Latch

Wireform under Lower

Pin on Door Link

Wireform
between Pins on
Door Link
Two Wireforms over
Pin on Gear Train Timing Wheel is
positioned so
S9 Wireform under ends of CAM
Counter Wheel Pin are at nine &
five o’clock

Wireform between
Counter Wheel CAM segments on
is positioned so Timing Wheel
Pins are at one
& two o’clock

Figure 4-14e Wireform Switch Orientation

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m. Referring to Figure 4-14e, carefully position the Wireform Switch Block

over the assembled Gear Train. AGAIN, THE IMPORTANCE OF
CORRECT POSITIONING OF ALL THE WIREFORM SWITCHES
CANNOT BE OVER-EMPHASIZED. BE ABSOLUTELY CERTAIN THAT
ALL WIREFORM SWITCHES ARE IN THE POSITIONS SHOWN IN
FIGURE 4-14e.

n. Holding the Wireform Switch Block down with an index finger through the
Flex Retainer opening, replace the Gear Train Cover. The tips of the four
gear shafts should be visible at the right end of the Gear Train.

o. Replace the Gear Train/Motor Flex.

13. REMOVING DOOR LATCH, SPRING & MOTOR

(Parts which must be removed before doing this procedure; Top, Mid- &
Bottom Covers. Gear Train need not be disassembled if Gear Train Cover is
pried out slightly and Door Latch is gently lifted out.)

NOTE: THIS PROCEDURE IS DONE MOST QUICKLY AND EASILY WITH

THE CAMERA MOUNTED ON WORK SUPPORT FIXTURE P/N 13123.

a. Remove Motor/Gear Train Flex and Door Latch. Gently separate Door Latch
from Main Frame: first, at Motor Pinion Gear end using a small screwdriver,
then at the Door Latch Spring end.

b. Remove Door Latch Spring by first prying it off the Motor hub. Bend the
Spring tab below the Motor hub away from the hub, then bend upper yoke of
Spring away from hub. Next push in on the bottom tabs of the Spring by
inserting a small screwdriver through holes in the bottom. Then lift Spring
out. (NOTE: It may not be possible to remove Spring without deforming it. If
so, replace with new Spring on reassembly.)

c. Gently pry Motor away from Main Frame by inserting small screwdriver
between Main Frame and gear-end of Motor case.

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Insert small screwdriver

a. b. through small holes

Main
Door Latch Frame b. c. Door Latch
Spring

Pry Motor out

Closed Open

Figure 4-15 Removing Door Latch, Spring and Motor

14. REMOVING SHUTTER FRONT HOUSING

(Parts which must be removed before doing this procedure: Top Cover)

a. Keeping Flapper Door depressed, unsnap tab on Strobe side of

Housing.

b. Now unsnap inside tab from detent, on Transducer side of Housing, with
greenstick or small screwdriver.

c. Release outside tab from its catch, just behind Strobe. Remove Shutter
Front Housing.

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Shutter Front Housing

a.
b.

c.

Figure 4-16 Removing Shutter Front Housing

15. REMOVING TRANSDUCER AND FLASH TUBE ASSEMBLIES

(Parts which must be removed before doing this procedure: Top Cover and
Shutter Front Housing)

a. With greenstick or small screwdriver, lift up "T” tab at top of Transducer

Housing and tilt Housing forward. Bottom tab will release. Carefully
remove wires from Transducer by disconnecting them at their push-on
terminals.

b. Remove Flash Tube by gently pulling it away from its adhesive-backed

foam. Carefully free Flash Tube wire leads from Baseblock.

NOTE: If Flash Tube wires must be removed from camera, Features Flex
will have to be removed from Exposure Flex, and Self-Timer will have to
be removed from Shutter Front Housing. Remove three wires from the
Strobe Board (Trigger Coil wire may be soldered.)

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Transducer Housing
Flash Tube
Assembly

Foam

Lift “T” Tab

Figure 4-17 Removing Transducer Housing & Reflector Assemblies

16. REMOVING LENS MOUNTING PLATE

(Parts which must be removed before doing this procedure: All Covers,
Shutter Front Housing. Transducer Housing Assembly and Reflector
Assembly must also be lifted out)

a. Note which notch holds end of Opening Blade Spring: this is the notch in
which it must be replaced on reassembly. Identify notch with light
scratch made with Exacto knife. Remove Spring with tweezers.

b. Gently pry Long Encoder Wire with its LED attached, to remove LED
from its hole in Baseblock. (On early versions of Camera, LED is
cemented in place.)

c. If Meniscus Lens must be removed, free it by pushing spring finger on

right side to the right, using greenstick. CAUTION: Keep fingers and
tools from touching lens, to avoid fingerprints and scratches.

d. Press down on tab 6 at bottom right.

e. Lift up finger 5 at top right.

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f. Unsnap mating catch 4 at bottom right center.

g. Lift up finger 3 at top center to release it.

h. Push down gently on finger 2 at bottom left to release it.

i. With Plate right side up and lens facing you, pry finger 1 at top left to the
left slightly to release it.

j. Carefully lift Lens Mounting Plate off Baseblock, taking care not to disturb
assemblies now exposed.

Finger 5
Finger 3
Opening Blade Spring

Mark
Notch

Finger 1
Tab 6

Finger 2

Catch 4

Figure 4-18 Removing Lens Mounting Plate

17.SHUTTER DISASSEMBLY

(Parts which must be removed before doing this procedure: All Covers,
Shutter Front Housing, Transducer Housing Assembly, Reflector Assembly,
and Lens Mounting Plate including Opening Blade Spring)

NOTE: THIS PROCEDURE IS DONE MOST EASILY WITH THE CAMERA

MOUNTED ON WORK SUPPORT FIXTURE #13123 AS SHOWN IN
FIGURE 4-19.

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CAUTION: WHEN DISASSEMBLING THE SHUTTER, BE SURE TO KEEP

FINGERS AND TOOLS AWAY FROM THE OPTIC ELEMENTS.

a. Using tweezers, unhook the upper end of the Quintic Return Spring.
Remove the Quintic Assembly (consisting of Counterweight, Return
Spring, Frame and Lens) from the baseblock. See Figure 4-19a.

b. Using tweezers, unhook the upper end of the Catch Pawl Spring and
remove the Catch Pawl from the baseblock. See Figure 4-19a.

c. Remove the Walking Beam/Inertia Assembly (which consists of the Kick

Spring, Inertia, Inertia Spring, and Walking Beam from the shutter
baseblock. See Figure 4-19a.

d. Wearing finger cots or gloves, remove the three shutter blades from the
baseblock, Figure 4-19a. If the blades are to be re-used, exercise care
to prevent scratching or getting body oil on the blades. Also note that the
three blades must be re-installed as a set. Replacement blades are
available as a three-part set. Do not intermix blades from one set to
another.

NOTE: The Quintic Assembly may be further disassembled as

shown in Figure 4-19b. The Walking Beam/Inertia Assembly may be
further disassembled as shown in Figure 4-19c.

Fixture #13123

Figure 4-19

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Disengage Pack
Pawl Spring Disengage Quintic
Return Spring

Shutter Blades

Walking
Beam/Inertia
Assembly
Quintic Assembly
Pack Pawl

Figure 4-19a Removing Shutter Components

Frame and Lens

Disengage Inertia Spring to

Walking beam separate Inertia and Walking
Beam. Remove Kick Spring

Kick Spring

Return
Spring

Inertia
Counterweight
Inertia Spring

Fig. 4-19b Fig. 4-19c

Disassembling the Moving Disassembling the Walking
Quintic Lens Beam/Inertia Assembly

17A. SHUTTER REASSEMBLY (WITH CAMERA ON FIXTURE)

NOTE: 3/32” dia. (.093) x .750” dowel pin needed for reassembly

a. With Shutter Baseblobk empty except for metal dowel pin in upper left
hole above lens opening, replace bottom Shutter Blade with tweezers.
(wear finger cots when handling Blades.) Align upper left hole in bottom
Blade with dowel pin and lower elongated slot in Blade with plastic guide
pin (see Figure 4-19d).
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b. Similarly, replace middle and top Shutter Blades over dowel pin and guide
pin. (In top Blade, dowel pin goes through upper right hole in Blade.)

c. Reassemble Inertia Assembly to Walking Beam, with Kick Spring and

Inertia Springs in place (see Figure 4-19e).

d. Hold Drive Link from the rear so that its Walking Beam pin is at 12
o'clock. Place Walking Beam on its pivot pin on the Baseblock, and at the
same time engage top and bottom shutter-actuating pins on the Walking
Beam in the upper and lower Shutter Blade holes. (Hold Walking Beam
so that both its shutter-actuating pins, when viewed from the rear, are
vertically aligned -- i.e., at 6 and 12 o’clock. (See Figure 4-19f.)

e. Check that Walking Beam/Inertia Assembly has been correctly positioned

by carefully removing dowel pin and rotating the Walking Beam Assembly
slightly back and forth. If Assembly is correctly positioned, an aperture of
varying size will appear in the Shutter Blades. IF VARYING APERTURE
DOES NOT OCCUR, DISASSEMBLE AND TRY REASSEMBLY AGAIN:
WALKING BEAM SHUTTER-ACTUATING PINS ARE NOT PROPERLY
ENGAGED IN SHUTTER BLADE HOLES.

f. Replace Catch Pawl on its pivot pin. Be sure upper tab is engaged in
slotted end of plunger of Solenoid 2 (Figure 4-19g).

g. Replace Catch Pawl Spring. First hook leg with right-angle bend at its tip
under post on Baseblock. Then hook other leg of Spring under tab on
Catch Pawl
(Figure 4-19h).

h. Replace Quintic Frame, Lens & Counterweight Assembly on its pivot pin.
Bend long, vertical arm of Return Spring until it is hooked under tab at top
of Baseblock (Fig. 4-19h).

i. Before replacing Lens Mounting Plate, check to be sure that lower front of
the Walking Beam Assembly seats properly in its hole in the Lens
Mounting Plate.

j. Replace the Lens Mounting Plate. Be sure the pivot pin on the front of
the Walking Beam Assembly seats properly in its hole in the Lens
Mounting Plate.

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k. With tweezers, replace the Opening Blade Spring. First hook lower end of
Spring to the Walking Beam. Then hook upper end in the notch it was in
originally (identified by mark when Shutter was disassembled).

Guide Pin

Dowel Pin

Shutter Blade Set

Baseblock

Figure 4-19d Reassembling Shutter Blades

Walking Beam
Assembled Unit
Inertia
Spring

Spring catches Tab on

Walking beam

Figure 4-19e Reassembling Walking Beam & Inertia

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Install Assembly,
aligning Pins as shown

Drive Link held

with Pin at 12 o’clock

Figure 4-19f Reassembling Walking Beam to

Drive Link & Shutter Blades

Catch Pawl
Trap Pawl in Solenoid
Plunger slot

Figure 4-19g Shutter Assembly Components

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l. Now check that all Shutter Assembly parts work properly:

- push Quintic frame down gently with finger

- engage Quintic with Catch Pawl by depressing plunger of Solenoid 2

with finger

- move Walking Beam Inertia Assembly back and forth to check that
Shutter
Blades close and open.

m. Replace Encoder LED in Lens Mounting Plate.

Engage Catch Pawl Spring under

Post on Baseblock

Engage Quintic Return

Spring under Tab on
Baseblock

Figure 4-19h Install Catch Pawl & Quintic Lens

18. REMOVING SHUTTER ASSEMBLY AS A UNIT

(Parts which must be removed before doing this procedure: All Covers,
Shutter Front Housing. Also, lift aside the Transducer Housing Assembly.
and Reflector Assembly)

NOTE: THIS PROCEDURE IS DONE MOST EASILY AND QUICKLY WITH

THE CAMERA MOUNTED ON WORK SUPPORT FIXTURE P/N 13123.

a. Baseblock is held to Cone by four spring fingers: two visible on the top of the
Baseblock which engage shoulders on the Cone, two more partially hidden
on the bottom of Cone which engage shoulders on the bottom of the
Baseblock (see locations 1, 2, 3 & 4 on Figure 4-20). Start removal with the
top fingers, 1 & 2.
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b. Remove Photodiode Cover on Exposure Flex from the back of Baseblock.

Remove Exposure Flex connectors to Solenoid 2 and disconnect Encoder
4-wire ribbon cable from connector on Exposure Flex.

c. With camera facing away from you and looking directly down on it, insert
greenstick or small screwdriver under “T” end of finger 1 slightly to release
it.

d. With dental hook or greenstick, now push finger 2 to the right slightly to
release it. Now pull Shutter Assembly slightly forward (away from Cone).

e. Insert narrow blade screwdriver at location 3. When tip is resting on finger 3,

press down slightly to release it.

f. Repeat procedure for finger 4 at right by inserting blade at location 4

(approximately in line with the left rear pin of Solenoid 2) and pressing down
slightly. (Finger 4 is all but hidden by Solenoid.) Baseblock with Lens
Mounting Plate attached can now be freed from Cone.

CAUTION: Be sure the two Calibration Wedges (narrow plastic strips) don't
fall out of Baseblock and become lost.

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Pull Finger

Lift Finger

Releasing Fingers 1 and 2 - Steps b. &

c.

Press down
Finger 4

Press down Finger 3

Releasing Fingers 3 and 4 - Steps d. & e.

Remove
Shutter
Assembly

Figure 4-20 Removing entire Shutter Assembly as a unit

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19. REMOVING PIEZO ASSEMBLY

(Parts which must be removed before doing this procedure: Top and Mid-
Covers)

a. Unhook Flapper Door spring.

b. Spring out Door end support on Main Frame slightly (next to Piezo) and
remove Flapper Door.

c. Use straight needlenose pliers to remove Piezo cover: engage tips in

cover depressions, then twist pliers counter-clockwise to release
Assembly from its mounting lugs on the Main Frame.

d. Carefully disconnect Piezo wires from Features Flex with tweezers.

Gently pull wires from their routing within the Erect Spring side of the
Main Frame.

Open jaws of needlenose pliers to fit in Piezo

Cover, then twist pliers to remove Cover.

Disconnect Piezo Wires

from Features Flex
Connector.

Flapper Door Spring

Cover

Piezo

Figure 4-21 Removing Piezo Assembly and wires

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20. REMOVING SOLENOIDS 1 AND 2

(Parts which must be removed before doing this procedure: All Covers,
Shutter Assembly)

a. To remove Solenoid 1, first remove Drive Link (see step 2). Place right-
angle tip of dental tool in hole in Solenoid bracket. Push in slightly to
release spring detent finger.

b. While depressing detent finger, push up on Solenoid to slide it out of its

bracket. Keep finger over base of Solenoid to prevent loss of plunger.

CAUTION: Solenoid #2 cannot be replaced individually. If Solenoid #2 is

defective and must be replaced, you must also replace the Baseblock
Assembly. The reason for this is that there are two tabs on the Baseblock which
are destroyed if you remove Solenoid #2. Therefore, when replacing the
Solenoid, you must first install a new Baseblock which has these tabs intact.
SOLENOID 1

Release
Spring
Detent SOLENOID 2
Finger

Dental Pick
Push Down

Push Up

Press Spring Tab in to release

Solenoid

Figure 4-22 Removing Solenoids 1 & 2 from Baseblock

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20A. INSTALLING SOLENOIDS 1 AND 2

CAUTION: SOLENOID #2 CANNOT BE REPLACED INDIVIDUALLY. If

Solenoid #2 is defective and requires replacement, you must first replace the
Baseblock assembly. There are two tabs on the Baseblock which are
destroyed if you remove Solenoid #2. Therefore, if you must replace
Solenoid #2, you must first install a new Baseblock which has these tabs
intact. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO GLUE THE SOLENOID ONTO A
DAMAGED BASEBLOCK.

CAUTION: If the spring tab breaks when installing Solenoid #1, you must
replace the Baseblock. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO GLUE THE SOLENOID INTO
POSITION IF THE LOCKING SPRING TAB BREAKS.

a. When installing Solenoid #1, trap the drive link in the Solenoid plunger
and then slide the Solenoid into its mounting channel on the Baseblock
until the spring tab on the Baseblock locks into the hole in the Solenoid
bracket.

b. When installing Solenoid #2, first replace the Baseblock. Then guide the
Solenoid into its mounting channel carefully to prevent damaging the
spring tab on the Baseblock. Slide the Solenoid into position, locking the
spring tab on the Baseblock into the hole in the Solenoid frame.

21. REMOVING DRIVE LINK

(Parts which must be removed before doing this procedure: All Covers,
Shutter Assembly as a unit)

a. Press down edge of Baseblock next to Encoder LED to allow room for
LED removal. Note position of Encoder wires: on reassembly, they must
be positioned as they were originally free of Drive Link and Shutter
Blades. Remove LED.

b. Insert small screwdriver in square hole at base of Drive Link. Push in

slightly to release locking tab on Baseblock. Pry up slightly to remove
Drive Link.

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Drive Link

LED
Press down edge
of Baseblock to
release LED
Push in and
pry up

Figure 4-23 Removing Drive Link from Baseblock

22. REMOVING ERECTING LINKAGE

(Parts which must be removed before doing this procedure: All Covers,
Flapper Door, Shutter Assembly, see Step 18)

NOTE: THIS PROCEDURE IS DONE MOST EASILY AND QUICKLY

WITH CAMERA MOUNTED ON WORK SUPPORT FIXTURE P/N
13123.

a. With Cone facing you and right side up, use needlenose pliers to remove
pivot pin from lower right side of Lower Erecting Link.

b. Grasp Upper Erecting Link as shown in Figure 4-24. Push left sideplate
of Cone outward to free pivot socket from pivot pin on Cone.

c. Continue spreading left sideplate of Cone until Lower Erecting Link

disengages.

d. Right side of Erecting Linkage may now be freed from Cone.

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Left Side Plate

Remove Pivot Pin

Erecting Link
Pivot Erecting Linkage

Figure 4-24 Removing Erecting Linkage from Main Frame

23. REMOVING ERECT BUTTON LATCH

(Parts which must be removed before doing this procedure: All Covers)

a. First remove Erect Spring by unhooking it from Cone then gently prying it
out from the two retainers on the Main Frame (see Figure 4-25a).

b. Unhook Erect Button Return Spring.

c. Push Erect Button Latch to rear of Main Frame,

d. With hook-end dental tool or small screwdriver, lift up tab in bottom of

cavity so that it clears and slides past the shoulder when Latch is
pushed further to the rear (see enlargement, Figure 4-25b). When tab
clears this shoulder and moves about 1/8” further to rear, Latch will be
free and can be lifted out.

e. Remove Link Break.

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Pry out Erecting

Spring

Lift Tab
Retainers
4-25a
Link Break

Shoulder
4-25b
Erect Button Latch

Figure 4-25 Removing Erect Spring, Button Latch & Link Break

24. REMOVING BELLOWS (BOOT)

(Parts which must be removed before doing this procedure: All Covers,
Erecting Linkage, Erect Button Latch, Shutter Assembly., Features Flex,
Strobe Board and Ranging Board. Place Strobe Board, Ranging Board &
Exposure Flex aside)

a. With greenstick or screwdriver, unsnap the two metal tabs on Lower

Bellows Retainer.

b. Pull Bellows toward you slightly to free the opposite side.

c. Remove Cone from Main Frame pivot posts.

d. Remove Bellows Retainer by inserting narrow blade screwdriver in each

of five tab slots. Lift and release each tab on Bellows Retainer from
wedge-shaped boss on inside of Cone, by moving blade as shown in
enlarged view in Figure 4-26.

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Boot

Metal Tabs

Lower Bellows
retainer

Grasp here

Lift Tab

Boot Retainer Wedge-shaped

Boss
Figure 4-26 Removing Bellows (boot)

25. REMOVING VIEWFINDER ASSEMBLY

(Parts which must be removed before doing this procedure: All Covers,
Erecting Linkage, Erect Button Latch, Shutter Assembly., Features Flex,
Strobe Board and Ranging Board)

NOTE: THIS PROCEDURE IS DONE MOST EASILY AND QUICKLY WITH

CAMERA MOUNTED ON WORK SUPPORT FIXTURE #13123.

a. Disconnect Cone from Main Frame.

b. With front of Camera facing away from you and looking down on it, press
down with greenstick at point near top of X-shaped ribs shown in Figure
4-27 to release tab. Viewfinder will slide forward (toward front of
camera).

c. Carefully pry out left side of Cone slightly.

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d. With left side of Cone out, gently rotate the long axis of the Viewfinder
Assembly counterclockwise, down and out of Cone.

Push Back
Press In

Rotate Viewfinder to
remove it from Cone

Figure 4-27 Removing Viewfinder Assembly

25A. VIEWFINDER REASSEMBLY

a. Start with the tab near the sighting end of the Viewfinder (V/F) Assembly.

b. Position V/F Assembly at an angle (see Figure 4-28) so that tab clears
the pivot arm of the Cone.

c. Lift front of V/F Assembly until it is in a horizontal position and slide it

back into place.

NOTE: THE VIEWFINDER MUST BE CHECKED FOR PROPER

FRAMING AFTER IT HAS BEEN INSTALLED IN THE CAMERA.
REFER TO THE TESTING AND ADJUSTMENTS SECTION.

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Align Tabs
Rotate Viewfinder
into Cone. Align
Tabs and snap into
place

Figure 4-28 Installing Viewfinder Assembly

26.REPLACING A DEFECTIVE MIRROR

(Parts which must be removed. before doing this procedure: All Covers)
NOTE: THIS PROCEDURE IS DONE MOST EASILY WITH THE
CAMERA MOUNTED ON WORK SUPPORT FIXTURE #13123.

a. Remove the Strobe Board Retainer.

b. Remove the S10/S1 Switch Assembly.

c. Disconnect the Flex Assembly from connector J3 on the Strobe Board.

d. Lift the Strobe Board and move it aside as shown.

e. Disconnect the Flex at the following points:

Release the Photocell Retainer

Release the Encoder wires from J13
Disconnect the Flex from Solenoid #1
Disconnect the Flex from Solenoid #2

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f. Carefully lift the Flex Assembly and bend it back as shown in Figure 4-29.

g. Peel off and discard the adhesive-backed Light Seal from the Cone
Cover and Cone Assembly.

h. Remove and discard the damaged Mirror.

CAUTION: YOU MUST WEAR GLOVES WHEN HANDLING THE

MIRROR. TRY TO KEEP THE WORK AREA AS CLEAN AND DUST-
FREE AS POSSIBLE.

i. Install the new Mirror onto the Cone, orienting it properly. (Refer to Figure
4-29a)

j. Set the Cone Cover into position over the Cone Assembly.

k. Peel off the adhesive backing from the new Light Seal. Orient the Light
Seal over the Cone Assembly, lining up the holes in the light seal with the
two locating tabs at the top of the Cone. Carefully work the Light Seal into
position as shown in Figure 4-29.

l. Reassemble the camera. Use care to be sure that the wiring conforms to
the wiring diagrams which follow in the next section.

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Encoder Wires
Locating Tab

Locating Tab

Light Seal

From Solenoid
Connector J4 #1
J13

From Solenoid
Strobe Board #2
Retainer
S10/S1 Switch
Assembly

From
Strobe Board J4 Photocell

Figure 4-29 Replacing a Defective Mirror

Lightly hold pointed object against Mirror surface. If gap is seen between
object and Mirror, that side of Mirror goes up, away from the film
chamber. Side which shows no gap goes down, towards film chamber.

Wrong Side

Gap

Taking side goes

toward Film
Chamber

Figure 4-29a Determining Mirror Taking Side

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C. WIRE ROUTING ILLUSTRATED INSTRUCTIONS

Presented on the following pages are a series of drawings which illustrate the
proper routing for the various wires in the Spectra Camera. After reassembling
any part of the camera which impacts wiring, be certain that the wire runs look
like the wiring runs in the drawings.

Also presented in this section is an outline drawing of the exposure flex which
shows the termination of all the connections.

Transducer

Black

Red

Encoder
Connector
Between Encoder Connector J13
and Posts on Cone Assembly
S10/S1

Under S10/S1
Switch
Assembly

Between Tabs

Red to J20
Black to J19 Ranging
Board

Figure 4-30 Routing Transducer Wires

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Strob
e
GRN WHT

Under Tab

}
Piezo
Green to J17
Outside Through
of Tab
Holder Orange to J16
All on Strobe
Under Board
ORG Features Flex
Under
Tab White soldered to
Transformer TCL
Under
Tab
J25 on Features Flex
(both black)

Figure 4-31 Routing Strobe Wires Routing Piezo Wires

Features Shield Assembly

Ground Wire can terminate at
either E1 or J26 of Strobe
Board depending on camera
CONFIGURATION

E1
Loop red wire as
shown
Route wires around J14
Coil
J15

J26
Red wire
trapped under Under
black wire Tab Route wire behind
Black Battery connector
Contact Wire to Red Motor Flex
J15 on Strobe Over Tab Wire to J14 of
Board White Battery Strobe Board
Contact Wire to J11
J11 of Motor
Flex
Figure 4-32 Routing Battery Contact Wires, Features
Shield Wire Motor Flex Wire
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Outside of Cone
Locating tab

Between Solenoid and

J13 of Baseblock Arm
Exposure
Flex

Through
Tab at back
side of
Baseblock

Through slot in Baseblock

Figure 4-33 Routing Encoder Wires

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Dual Photocell
Diode (Fits into
Retainer in
Shutter Area) To Solenoid 2

To Solenoid 1

Connector J13 (Encoder

wires terminate here)

To Connector J3 on
Strobe Board

To Connector J4 on
Features Flex

To Connector J1 on
Ranging Module

To Connector J2 on
Gear Drive Motor Flex

Fig. 4-34 Exposure Flex Connections

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