USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 1 35-III User’s Guide June 97
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USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 3 INTRODUCTION 3
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 4 The AATON 35-III User Guide AATON 2 rue de la Paix BP 3002 38000 Grenoble FRANCE +33 4 7642 9550 +33 4 7651 3491 fax E-mail: support@aaton.com Web: http://www.aaton.com (c) June 1997 Aaton / Grenoble , France. Limitation of Liability The information contained in this manual is distributed without warranty of any kind, express or implied.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 5 TABLE OF CONTENT 1 GENERAL OVERVIEW Front View Rear View Battery Side Motor Side LCD Control Panel - Quick Reference 2 12 13 14 15 16 THE CAMERA BODY 2.1 Lenses Arri PL Lens Port Installing the Lens 2.2 Viewing System Viewfinder Options Installing the Extension Finder Viewfinder Tension Adjustments Adjusting the Diopter The Eyepiece Shutter Adjusting the Viewing Horizon Viewing Screen Changing the Viewing Screen Adjusting the Viewing Screen 2.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 6 2.6 Magazine Installing the Magazine Removing the Magazine 2.7 Power Installing the Battery on the Camera Battery Charging Other Power Options 2.8 Motor Camera Speeds Using External Speed Devices Electronic Inching Single Frame Operation 2.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 7 TABLE OF CONTENT Menu Operations 3 THE MAGAZINE Concept Pressure Plate System The Gate Plate The Picture Plate Loading First Step, in Daylight Loading, in the Dark Adjusting the Loop 4 42 48 48 48 48 49 49 50 51 THE AATON SYSTEM Camera Configurations 15mm Front Rods Sliding Bridgeplate Handgrip Mounting the Handgrip Handgrip On/Off Functions Handgrip Adjustment Tripod Use Shoulder Operation Carrying Handle 3/8 Accessory Screw Mounting from the Carrying Han
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 5 Page 8 CLEANING 5.1 Lens Lens Elements Lens Exterior Mounting Surface 5.2 Body Exterior Mounting Surfaces Camera Gate 5.3 Viewing System Viewing Screen Eyepiece Viewfinder 5.4 Magazine Exterior Pressure Plates Interior / Film Path 6 SUPER35 6.1 Super35 The Format When to Shoot Super35 6.2 Super35 Field Conversions Changing the Viewing Screen Shifting the Viewfinder Shifting the PL Lens Port Shifting the Video Assist 7 70 70 70 71 71 71 71 72 3-PERF FORMAT 7.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 9 TABLE OF CONTENT 8 AATONCODE 8.1 Concept 8.2 The Internal Clock 8.3 OriginCplus MasterClock 8.4 Initializing AatonCode in the Camera Using the OriginCplus - Recommended Method Using an External SMPTE Device 8.5 Monitoring and Maintaining AatonCode Monitoring AatonCode with OriginCplus Maintaining AatonCode without OriginCplus 8.6 GMT1 Smpte Generator 8.
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USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 11 1 GENERAL OVERVIEW 11
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USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 15 GENERAL OVERVIEW 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 1.
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USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 17 GENERAL OVERVIEW 17
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USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 19 2 THE CAMERA BODY 19
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 20 2.1 LENSES The AATON 35-III’s flexible lens mounting system allows for the use of a wide variety of 35mm lenses. Flange focal distance. Refers to the critical distance from the lens seat to the film plane. With the PL port, the precise FFD of the AATON 35-III is 52mm -40 to -50 microns as measured with a depth gauge in the lens port. With the PV port, the FFD is 57.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 21 THE CAMERA BODY Mitchell type dolly, or in situations requiring additional reach, the hyperlong (400 mm) finder, which is twice as long as the standard extension finder, can be used. The Aaton hyperlong finder integrates as a standard feature a heating system designed to fight mist. A heating system kit is also available for the standard eyepiece. 2.2.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 22 pin on the seat of the viewfinder and align the pin with the hole in the flange of the finder. Make the flange to the seat of the viewfinder and tighten the lock ring until it is set firmly in place. During this procedure, you will notice that the extension finder needs to face 180° away from the operator’s eye to be installed on the viewfinder. Because of its optical construction, this is completely normal.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 23 THE CAMERA BODY - use this reference to quickly recall your particular setting when more than one person will be looking through the viewfinder. If a corrective lens is required, one can be fitted in the recessed area of the eyecup ring of both the standard eyepiece and the extension finder. 2.2.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 24 screen post-it The viewing screen is designed to be easily removed by the user for the purpose of interchanging or for cleaning. To remove the screen, first remove the port cap. Remove the battery and clear the mirror shutter so that it is positioned safely inside the body by rotating at the base of the shutter with your finger. Look into the port and locate the screen directly above the aperture opening.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 25 THE CAMERA BODY of the camera is set according to the manufacturer specifications. 52 mm ,57.15 mm and that the lens used is correctly adjusted ; this can be determined by the use of a collimator. It is preferable to use a “wide angle lens” i.e. : less than 25 mm. To proceed, you must first unscrew and remove the circular Cap located on the upper side of the rectangle plate, above the battery locking screw.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 26 without flicker. • 144° to minimize the roll bar while filming NTSC broadcast monitor at 24 fps. 2.3.2 Adjusting the shutter To adjust the shutter opening, unscrew the shutter tool marked “Sh” located in the hollow at the rear of the camera’s carrying handle. Make sure that the battery is off the camera and remove the port cap. Locate the tool guiding hole to the lower right of the inside lens holder.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 27 THE CAMERA BODY When the adjustment is complete, remove the tool and store back in the hollow of the carrying handle. 2.4 FILM GATE AND PULLDOWN CLAW 2.4.1 Adjusting the Pitch To adjust the pitch, use the tool (Ref 09.203.65) located at the rear of the camera carrying handle. Looking at the camera with the lens port facing you, locate the small opening situated between the two camera front rods, closer to the left rod.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 28 2.5.1 Concept For a few years now, Aaton has inserted a spacer between the lens port and the camera body. This thin (0.3mm) metallic ring is responsible for the precise distance between the lens port seat and the film plane called the flange focal distance (FFD), and therefore it is also mainly responsible for the sharpness of the images. In order to change the FFD of the AATON 35-III, simply change the spacer, and only the spacer.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 29 THE CAMERA BODY to readjust the precise focus of the viewing screen. Refer to the 2.9 section of this chapter to proceed. 2.5.5 Flange Focal Distances Here are the flange focal distances for all the lens ports available for the AATON 35-III. Remember that these distances are automatically shorter by 0.3mm than the indicated ones (because of the needed spacer) 2.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 30 2.6.2 Removing the Magazine To remove the magazine, situate yourself at the rear of the camera body, battery side. Place your right hand palm on the camera takeup motor and pull the mag lock lever towards the rear of the camera with your fingers. The mag will be toward the rear of the camera. The mag is now free to be pulled offthe camera, using both your hands. 2.7 POWER The AATON 35-III body requires only 12 volts for all aspects of operation.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 31 THE CAMERA BODY body. When snug, tighten the knurled screw onto the battery tab to hold it in place. When running AatonCode, get into the practice of having a fresh battery on hand before removing the one from the camera. Even a low battery that no longer runs the body (below 10V) will have enough voltage to keep accurate time counting. Thanks to a super capacitor built into the camera base you will have a full minute to change the battery before time is lost.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 32 batteries where the norm; these chargers where most likely rated for the lower amperage batteries of that time and will consistently undercharge the higher rated nicad cells of today. Nicad Battery Tips Follow a few simple rules to insure the long life of your nicad cells: • Allow the battery to run through their normal cycle of charging and use. Avoid topping off partially full batteries.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 33 THE CAMERA BODY enables the body to run at any speed between 3 and 40 in .001 frame increments. A phase adjustment of the variable speed is accessible from the VAR selector and jog wheel. The camera speed can also be adjusted while the camera is running in either sync or variable mode. For more information on these speed functions, refer to section LCD Control Panel and Jog of this chapter. 2.8.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 34 the camera, but provides half frame inching for gate inspection and loop situating when installing a fresh mag. From a Remote Cable The Lemo2 connector, as well as Lemo6, Lemo8 and Amph9 accessory connectors, provide the capability of using a remote on/off with either a half-frame or full-frame inching function. 2.8.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 35 THE CAMERA BODY ton ot by rotating the jog, depending on the parameter. Pressing SET afterwards (or waiting for 7 seconds) will enter your selection. Capped text (SYNC, VAR, ISO) refers to those functions adjustable while in the SET mode; standard text (Speed, Time, Iso/Batt) refers to those functions accessible directly in the default Show mode.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 Force Processing and the AatonCode matrix Regardless of the situation, always set the ASA selector to the actual exposure index of the film. If you know beforehand that your footage will be pushed or pulled, don't worry about compensating for the sake of the precise exposure of your timecode matrix. The matrix is resistant enough to handle exposure variances of one and a half stops or more in either direction. 19:46 Page 36 used.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 37 THE CAMERA BODY To set the camera to be driven from an external source (such as film/video synchronizer or external speed control), press SET, then VAR twice. Et will be displayed, indicating that camera is set in external mode. 2.9.9 Speed Phasing The phasing of the variable speed can be set to eliminate a roll bar while filming a monitor.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 38 35mm 4-Perf camera, working with the software version number 2.08. 2.9.13 Total Footage Recall To find out total footage run through the camera since manufacture install, hook up a battery onto the camera body, press SYNC and flip the switch to TEST. The footage displays in thousands of images. 2.9.14 Warning If for some reason the camera loses its programming parameters, “UNADJUST” will flash regularly. leaving the camera functionning.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 39 THE CAMERA BODY 2.10.4 Low Battery Indicator ● Yellow diode is on. ● ● ● Red diode is evenly flashing. The LCD control panel displays Lo Batt. 2.10.5 Low Speed Indicator ● Yellow diode is on. ● ● ● Red diode is blinking fast. The LCD control panel displays Lo Speed. 2.11 VIDEO ASSIST The AATON 35-III accept 4 different video assist: CD52 PAL, CD52 NTSC, CD56 PAl and CD56 NTSC. The CD52 are black & white, and the CD56 are color.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 Beware of the high power consumption of the video assist The CD56, as well as the CD52, is equipped with an On/Off switch. As soon as you have finsihed with using the video assist, witch it to off. Keep in mind that a CD56 needs up to 700 mA to run. Vitc lines • First line is the video timecode line. Each time you switch on the video assist, the video timecode is set to 1:00'00'' 00 (the last number is the image number).
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 41 THE CAMERA BODY necessary, clean this surface with lens fluid applied with a coton Qtip. Install the lens into the camera video port. Connect the control unit cable to the camera body through the Amph9 connector. Connect a BNC cable to the monitor and power the AATON 35III. Turn on the toggle switch of the CCD Unit, the yellow diode should light.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 42 inside the video image. Use the arrows to proceed. •Time Time allows you to choose the position of the current time insertion inside the video image. Use the arrows to proceed. • Cam Cam allows you to choose the position of the magazine number insertion inside the video image. Use the arrows to proceed. • Frame Frame/Frame On-Off allows you to choose if you want (On) or not (Off ) a frame to be inserted in the video image.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 43 THE CAMERA BODY Technical allows you to access to a submenu only dedicated to the Vitc lines insertion. These lines are automatically inserted in the video image. Technical/XTAL Adjust is a parameter adjusted in factory. Keep in mind that you should never modify it. Technical/VITC Position allows you to choose the position of the Vitc lines. Choose between line 16 and line 24.
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USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 45 3 THE MAGAZINE 45
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 46 3.1 CONCEPT The Aaton magazine has been designed to be instantly installed or removed, and to be loaded quickly. In order to have a more compact magazine, both cores (feed and take-up) shift together during filming. The magazine is driven magnetically from two intermediate drives connected to the camera motors; two magnetic wheels on the inner side of the camera body couple with two similar wheels on the throat of the magazine to transport the film.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 47 THE MAGAZINE 3.3 LOADING 3.3.1 First Step, in Daylight Here you prepare the magazine to receive the film. • Place the magazine on a table, its throat facing left. Unfasten the door locks by turning downward and open the door. • You can now choose to have the footage remaining displayed (on the magazine as on the LCD control panel on the camera body) in feet or meters.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 48 • Remove the film from its can and bag. • Place the film roll on the rear spindle. Check that the core drive pin on the spindle is not caught on one of the core ribs or the roll will not seat properly. Secure the spindle-lock. • Thread two feet of film, making sure it passes outside the top guiding rollers. • Insert the film between the pinch rollers and sprockets making sure the perforations engage with the sprocket teeth.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 49 THE MAGAZINE Once the door is closed, you need to adjust the loop. •Place the magazine with its digital display facing toward you and the magazine nose being to your right. The correct loop size can be adjusted, by using the loop tool delivered with the magazine. •If you cannot insert the tool between the mag pressure plate and the fim, you need to enlarge the loop.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 50 the take-up core indicating that the magazine has been correctly loaded. •You can then install the mag on the camera body. •To engage the film, turn the camera's ON/OFF switch to test position and off again. If the loop is too short or not properly centered into the camera gate, the camera LCD display should show "LOOP". Desengage the magazine, readjust the loop length if necessary and reinstall the magazine on the camera body.
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USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 53 4 THE AATON SYSTEM 53
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 54 4.1 CAMERA CONFIGURATIONS The AATON 35-III is designed to be easily converted between the following two accessory configurations: 4.1.1 15mm Front Rods The most versatile and popular configuration for accessorizing the AATON 35-III, the universal 15mm screw-in front rod system can instantly accept Aaton, Arri, Chrosziel, Petroff and other manufacturers’ mattebox and follow focus system.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 55 THE AATON SYSTEM The AATON 35-III can also accept standard 15 and 19mm sliding bridgeplates for building the camera system for high-end studio work. The bridgeplate configuration can accept Aaton, Arri, Chrosziel and other manufacturer’s mattebox, follow focus and support equipment that is designed for bridgeplate use.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 56 While hand-holding the camera, pressing the rocker switch to the right provides camera run, pressing the switch to the left provides test. Unlike the body switch, the camera test position of the handgrip is a momentary switch. Pressing and holding the switch opens the shutter and advances the mechanism 1/2 frame. Pressing and immediately releasing this switch advances the mechanism one full frame at a 1/4 sec exposure time.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 57 THE AATON SYSTEM additional padding for handheld operation. The wooden handgrip is attached to the front rod coupler at a slight angle to bring the operator’s elbow into his side and increase stability. The system can be completely built off the 15mm front rods without the use of a bridgeplate to allow for quick changing from shoulder to tripod operating modes. 4.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 58 One often overlooked, yet vital factor in the proper functioning and longevity of your camera equipment is your transportation practices. A few good shipping habits can avert potential damage caused by careless messenger services and airport handling. When shipping and carrying your equipment, it is always good practice to break down the package to its basic components whenever possible. Ship the body, mags and batteries unattached and individually padded.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 59 THE AATON SYSTEM located in its base which is designed to automatically turn on when needed and maintain the claw mechanism at a temperature of 15°F. One of the cold, hard facts of cold weather shooting is the considerable reduction of battery life. Do whatever possible to conserve your batteries and always carry more than usual. Favor many small batteries, such as on-board and lithium cells (which are easier to keep warm), over large block batteries.
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USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 61 5 CLEANING 61
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 62 5.1 LENS Lens Cleaning Tips Avoid handling lens tissues on the surfaces which will contact the lens. Oil from your hands transferred to the lens surface will make an easy cleaning job tough. Furthermore, never clean a lens element without the aid of cleaning fluid. A good number of scratchs on lens surfaces are caused by poor cleaning methods. 5.1.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 63 CLEANING port ring completely free of dirt and debris. Clean this surface, as well as the threads of the lens lock ring using alcohol or a multi-purpose cleaner applied to a Q-tip. 5.2.3 Camera Gate The gate should be cleaned of film particles by means of a pointed wooden or plastic orange stick. The tool used should be of a soft and pliable enough material (like wood) to conform to the grooved side channels of the gate without breaking.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 64 the body. Remove the viewing screen. Clean both upper and lower surfaces of the screen and reinstall. Finding the Dirt… There is a simple means of locating much of the dirt within your viewing system. Look through the viewfinder with no lens on the camera and adjust the diopter ring. If the dust particles remain in focus, they are most likely located on either side of the eyepiece.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 65 CLEANING with soft bristles to clean particles from tight crevices. Afterwards, use canned air and thoroughly blow out any remaining dust in the throat and chamber.
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USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 67 6 SUPER35 67
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 68 6.1 SUPER VS STANDARD 35MM 6.1.1 The Super35 Format Super35 is a comeback to the cinema origins: silent cameras were exposing all the available area between perforations of the 35mm film. When came the “talkies” the picture had to be reduced to give room to the 2.54mm-wide optical sound track. Equipment manufacturers had to shift the optical axis of all their cameras and projectors by 2.54/2 = 1.27mm.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 69 SUPER35 cal “reduction and axis shift” at the interpositve stage. 6.2 CAMERA CONVERSION The 35-III camera can easily be converted from Standard35 to Super35 and back. A quick lateral sliding of the viewfinder and lens mount, that’s all there is to it. 6.2.1 Lens-Mount Repositionning The lens-mount is on a titanium seat which rests on the camera main chassis ; this seat can laterally move by 1.27mm between two stop pins.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 70 (until it reaches its stop), and then tighten back the screws. To set the viewfinder to STANDARD35, shift the handle toward the DISPLAY side. 6.2.3 Selecting a Viewing Screen There is a wide choice of Standard35 viewing screens and four Super35 ones to the 1.78, 1.85, 2.35 and Scope aspect ratios. To install a new one, please read chapter II, viewing screen section.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 71 SUPER35 71
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USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 74 7.1 CONCEPT The only thing we know about tomorrow’s high definition TV is its aspect ratio of 16/9 (1.78). This new ratio is now taking the place of the 1.85 (USA) and 1.66 (Europe) ratios. This is why it is time to re-examine the Moscow’s idea (1962) of the 3-Perf format. As a matter of fact, an image with the 1.78 ratio, with its both edges close to the 35mm film perforations, is a little higher than 3 perforations high.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 75 3-PERF FORMAT with the sames viewing system, magazines, and lens as on a standard AATON 35-III (4-Perf ). For one who already owns a AATON 35III, it is only required to buy a 35-III 3-Perf camera body, because he can use the magazines, viewing systems, batteries, and so on which was aquired for his standard 35-III.
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USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 77 8 AATONCODE 77
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 78 8.1 CONCEPT AatonCode, Aaton’s proprietary in-camera timecode system, is recorded in the AATON 35-III on the edge of the film between the perforations in both matrix and man-readable form. As recorded in the camera, a six digit production ID, a SMPTE-compatible real time address (full date and time), an equipment ID and the running speed of the body.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 79 AATON CODE frame) for 8 hours. The camera is equipped with an instantly charged supercapacitor buffer that is designed to keep time between battery changes. Keep in mind that a battery which is too low to run the camera has enough energy to drive internal clock for hours. Get into the habit of leaving an exhausted battery on-board the camera until you have a fresh battery close by.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 80 8.4.1 Using the OriginCplus - Recommended Method • Program the OriginCplus by inputting Prod ID, accurate date and time of day. Press the # key to scroll through each field; after all fields are set as desired, press * to start the clock. • Make sure the camera has a battery attached. • Plug the Lemo5 cable of the OriginCplus into the Lemo5 chassis mount on the base of the camera. • Press * on the OriginCplus to send the timecode information.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 81 AATON CODE AATONCODE After initialization, the OriginCplus should be left on during production to act as a visual reference and for quick drift monitoring. Once timecode has been initialized into the camera(s) and sound recorder, accurate time will be individually maintained in each machine for 7 hours. It is suggested, however, that new timecode be re-initialized after 4 hours or so as a precautionary measure.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 82 Because more and more cineasts are using sound recorders not specifically designed for cinema, which means with no integrated timecode, Aaton needed to modify its OriginCplus: now, OriginCplus is able to serve as a SMPTE generator, which you can connect to any sound recorder. But OriginCplus may be too big and too powerful for such an usage.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 83 AATON CODE check that all diodes are operational and evenly illuminated. As part of the normal gate cleaning procedure, clean this area with a Q-tip moisten with lens cleaning fluid to assure that no dust particles cover the LED array. The seven diodes will illuminate in test position whether or not timecode is running in the camera. 8.7.2 Setting the ASA When changing magazines, make sure the ASA/ISO setting of the camera matches the film stock being used.
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USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 85 9 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 85
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 86 9.1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Weight 7kg (16 lbs) with 400’ load and on-board battery. Power Brushless, high efficiency tri-phase motor; 1.4 amp. consumption with film at 25°C (77°F) under 12V power supply (10-15V). Temperature Range -10°C (14°F) to +40°C (104°F) Noise Level 4-Perf: 30 / 33 dB. 3-Perf: 27 / 30 dB Frame Rate Sync speeds: 24, 25, 29.97, 30 fps. Built-in var crystal control to 2 to 40 fps in 0.001 increments.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 87 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 9.2 CONNECTOR - PIN ATTRIBUTIONS Type Fonctions Diagram Localisation Pin Attributions Between the two motors. Looking down. 1 Ground 2 Start Under jog wheel. 1 Ground 2 Smpte In 3 ASCII In/Out 4 et 5l Not used Above the right motor. 1 -Batt 4 +Batt 6 Start 2, 3 & 5 Not used Above and to the right of the left motor. 1 -Batt 2 TV Sync 3 ASCII In/Out 4 +Batt 5 100 PFF Out 6 Start 7 100 PFF In 8 Ground Above the left motor.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 88 1.85 ACAD + TVTRANS + TV safe +1.66 1.66 SCOPE 2.35 1.37 + 1.66 & 1.85 markings 1.85 SUPER35 ACAD+TVTRANS+ TV safe + 1.85 1.85 + SCOPE SUPER35 ACAD+TVTRANS+ TV safe 2.35 + SUPER35 88 1.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 89 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 89
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USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 91 10 WORLDWIDE SUPPORT 91
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 92 Australia LEMAC FILM 277 Highett Street Victoria 3121 RICHMOND Contact: John Bowring Belgium COLOR BY DEJONGHE Diskmuidekaai 4 B 8500 KORTRIJE Contact: Dirk Dejonghe Brazil HAGA DE Rua Sergipe 475 cj.
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 93 WORLDWIDE SUPPORT Germany DEDO WEIGERT FILM Karl-Weinmair Strasse 10 80807 Munich 40 Contact: Victoria Johnson Great Britain ICE FILM EQUIPMENT 156 Caledonian Road N1 9UU London Contact: Peter Bryant Greece CHASSAPIS Olymbou St 55 152 34 HALANDRI ATHEN Contact: Stravos Chassapis Holland HOLLAND EQUIPMENT Van Marwijk Kooystraat 14 1096 BR Amsterdam Contact: Nico Van Den Boogard Japan SUZUKI ENTERPRISE Dai Ichi Nichiya Bldg 2F Hatagaya Shibuya-Ku 151 Tokyo Contact:
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 94 Malaysia TRANS ASIAN & AMERICAN FILMS & CINEMA 7, Tingkat Taman Ipoh - 10 Tel : 605 545 7113 31400 Ipoh, Perak Fax : 605 547 7873 Contact: Alexander Sange Portugal ANIMATOGRAFO Rua da Rosa 252 1250 LISBOA Contact: Antonio Cunha Telles Spain EPC Nieremberg 29 28002 MADRID Contact: Oscar Perez Sweden RE FILM SERVICE AB Strindbergsgatan 58 115 53 STOCKHOLM Contact: Lars Wedberg Switzerland GH team 15 Chemin de la Rochette CH-1202 Geneva Contact: Georges Hofer USA Ab
USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 95 WORLDWIDE SUPPORT AbelCine Tech / NY 66 Willow Avenue NY 10305 Staten Island Contact: Peter Abel Tel Fax : 1 718 273 8108 : 1 718 273 8137 95
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USER 35 US 23/1 -2 1/20/98 19:46 Page 98 3-Perf 2.6, 7, 7.1, 7.2, 9.1 AatonCode 1.2, 1.5, 2.7.2, 2.9.3, 2.9.4, 2.11.3, 8, 8.1, 8.3, 8.4, 8.5, 8.5.1, 8.5.2, 9.1 Amph9 1.4, 2.8.3, 2.11.2, 9.1, 9.2 Aperture opening 1.2, 2.2.8, 2.9.3, 3.2.2, 5.2.3 ArriPL 2.1.1, 9.1 ASA 1.2, 1.3, 2.9.4, 8.1, 8.4.1, 8.7.2 Battery 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 2.3.2, 2.7, 2.7.1, 2.7.2, 2.7.3, 2.9.5, 2.9.12, 2.9.13, 2.10.4, 8.2, 8.4.1, 8.4.2, 8.6, 9.1 Carrying handle 1.3, 2.2.4, 2.2.5, 4.5, 4.5.2, 6.2.2 Claw 1.4, 2.3.1, 2.4, 2.4.1, 3.2.
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