User's Guide

handled by the camera assistant as part of his / her routine.

6.6.1 Checking the Diodes

In order to inspect and clean the gate between magazine rolls, the

camera must be set to test position. Not only will test position ro-

tate the shutter 180°, but the seven timecode LEDs in the gate will

illuminate in a three/four sequence. Use this pattern to occasionally

check that all diodes are operational and evenly illuminated. As part

of the normal gate cleaning procedure, clean this area with a Q-tip

and 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.

6.6.2 Setting the ASA

When changing magazines, make sure the ASA/ISO setting of the

camera matches the ﬁlm stock being used. To check the current

ASA selection on the LCD control panel, press the button marked

ISO twice . To adjust the ASA setting, press SET, then this button.

Make your selection between 25 and 1000 ISO by toggling the but-

ton or by rotating the jog wheel.

6.3.3 Checking for Running Time

The yellow LED located to the right of the motor, will ﬂash once

per second on the second when timecode is running in the camera.

Get into the habit of looking for this ﬂash as an additional peace of

mind check. If more than one camera is counting time on the set,

check that all ﬂashes occur simultaneously.

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