Re: So, how do *you* load your HIE

["E. George Oeser" <george@xxxxxxxxx>]

At 07:25 AM 3/4/98 -0800, you wrote:
>Hi Gang, 
>
>I'm just getting started (read: experimenting) with infrared, and want to
>start working with HIE.  I'll be working with an original EOS Rebel (EOS
>1000 - It's my old body, and I've verified that it uses a mechanical frame
>counter) with my 24-80 zoom (since it has IR focusing marks) and deep-red
>IR filter (not opaque).  I've also been studying the HIE data-sheet for
>starting exposure values, but even then I'd appreciate any real-world hints
>or tips anyone has. 
>
>I do have a question though.  I know I need to load the HIE in complete
>darkness... I went out to buy a changing bag, and was promptly told it
>wouldn't work... that I need to load while in a darkroom that's been
>checked for IR leakage.   Is that what the rest of you do??  Can I use a
>changing bag in a really dark room?  A friend who used to shoot HIE said
>that I could use a changing bag so long as I didn't use it in direct
>sunlight, and even then cover it with a heavy blanket or coat while
>changing....
>
>So, what's the real scoop???
>
>David
>--------------------------
>dyoung@xxxxxxxxxxx

I just use a changing bag, although I haven't tried it outside yet it has
worked fine indoors under fairly bright flourescent and incandescent
lighting. I have had no problems with fogging on my film at all and it is
much easier than trying to find a totaly darkened room.
E. George Oeser

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