To load the camera, first open the camera by moving the camera back latch in the direction of the arrow. The hinged back will then open with ease.
Ansco VIKING 6.3
SECTION SECTION
loading the camera . . .
| Always load in subdued light.
To load the camera, first open the camera by moving the camera back latch in the direction of the arrow. The hinged back will then open with ease.
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To load the film into the camera first swing out the spool carrier. Place the spool on the stationary pin of the spool carrier and then close the hinged side so that it engages the hole in the opposite end of the spool. Now return the spool carrier to its normal position. |
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Break the seal and pull the colored paper backing across the back, being sure that the black side of the paper faces the
lens. Draw the end of the paper over the top of the two metal rollers (never attempt to thread the film under these rollers).
Thread the pointed end of the paper into the slot of the empty take-up spool.
Be sure to center the paper on the take-up spool so that it will wind evenly. Now give the winding knob one or two turns to bind the paper and give it a firm grip on the upper spool. Close the back of the camera by swinging it back into place until a "click" indicates that it is locked securely. Do not open back of camera again until film has been completely wound on take-up spool.www.4.butkus.org Move the small lever on the camera back in a counterclockwise direction to uncover the film winding window. Turn the
winding knob until the number 1 appears in this window (you will see a pointing hand and four dots just before the number
"1" appears).
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outdoor exposures . . .
| The proper exposure for any given picture varies considerably according to the light conditions and speed of the film being used. Light conditions vary with seasons, time of day and even geographical location. The Viking camera is equipped with a sufficiently versatile lens and shutter to allow pictures to be made under almost any type of lighting condition. Average exposures for favorable conditions outdoors are given in the tables below: |  |
EXPOSURE TABLE-PLENACHROME AND SUPREME
| Light Conditions | 1/25 | 1/50 | 1/200 |
| Bright Sunlight | f22 | f l6 | f8 |
| Hazy Sunlight | fl6 | f11 | f6.3 |
| Bright Overcast | f l l | f8 | -- |
| Dull Overcast | f8 | f6.3 | -- |
For Superpan Press use the next smaller lens opening (next larger number)
For brilliantly lighted subjects use next smaller lens opening than indicated; for close ups and pictures in
the shade open lens one or two
lens openings.
flood exposures . . .
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For pictures at night or indoors, flood lamps are usually used to provide the necessary light. A tripod or similar firm support must be used for exposures longer than 1/25 of a second to prevent movement of the camera. It is desirable to use a cable release for these exposures since it helps to prevent movement of the camera as shutter is tripped. The cable release screws into the socket at the right side of the lens mounting. |
The recommended light sources are two No. 2 flood lamps in good quality reflectors or two No. 2 reflector flood lamps with Built-in reflectors.
Lights should he placed according to the diagram: Main light source (No. 1) should be directed downward at 45°. Fill-in lamp (No. 2) should
be close to the camera. Values are based on light colored walls or surroundings. Darker colors require an increase of one or two lens stops.
*For Plenochrome and Supreme use the next forger lens opening (smaller number).
flash exposures . . .
Your Viking has built-in flash synchronization. No other synchronizer is necessary. Any flash gun with a 3mm continental type contact can be used
to take pictures indoors or at night. Just be sure the flash connector is firmly attached to the flash contact ( Page 4, No. 5 ). Use this handy flash
guide for quick reference and easy flash exposures with Ansco Film.www.4.butkus.org
using the flash guide numbers . . .
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To find the exposure, divide the distance from the flashlamp to the subject into the guide number; the resulting figure will represent the lens opening
required. Example: The guide number for a number 5 bulb with Supreme Film is 120. The subject is 15 feet away therefore 120/5
= 8, use f/8.
More complete guide number information will be found on the instruction sheet packed with your Ansco Film.
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depth of field . . .
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Depth of field is the range of l distance in front of the camera that is in sharp focus. Greater depth of field will result when smaller diaphragm openings are used. For example, with the camera focused at infinity ( 00 ) and the diaphragm set at f/6.3, everything from 63 feet to infinity will be sharp and in focus. When the camera is focused at infinity and the diaphragm set at f/16, everything from 23 feet to infinity will be in focus. |
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unloading the film . . .
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When the last picture has been taken, wind the film until you can no longer see the paper through the red window, then open the back of the camera. Pull out the film winding knob and remove the exposed film from the camera. Fold the pointed end of the colored paper under and seal the spool with the "exposed" sticker. You are ready now to process your film at home or take it to your Ansco dealer for processing. Remove the empty spool from the supply spool holder and place it in the take-up chamber so that it will be ready for the next roll of film. lens accessories
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Ansco color film . . .
Ansco Color Film produces brilliant transparencies in full, natural color--beautiful reproductions which capture colors as you see them in the
original scene. Ansco Color Film is available in Daylight and Tungsten types for daylight and
artificial illumination.
Faithful, life-like, Ansco color transparencies are ideal for viewing by projection or for
contact prints and enlargements in color on Ansco Color Printon.www.4.butkus.org
camera care . . .
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Your new Viking is a precision instrument and should be treated with care. Do not allow it to lie in the sun or leave it in the
glove compartment of your car.
The outside and inside elements of your Viking lens should be carefully cleaned from time to time with a soft lens tissue or fine linen cloth. If small particles of dust or dirt gather inside your Viking, blow them out carefully. |
the Viking eveready carrying case . . .
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The use of a carrying case will help to protect your Ansco Viking from hard knocks, dust, rain and dampness. With the Viking Eveready Case, your camera is ready for instant use; just unsnap the button and front cover swings away. Inside the cover of the camera case is a convenient compartment with a snap lid for carrying lens filters. Ask your dealer for the Ansco Viking Eveready case, JN 450. |
