MOVIEtube ST Quick Guide The MOVIEtube ST is a full-blown production camera system, based on the MOVIEtube LT. The up- and downgrade procedure can be completed within 10 minutes by using Allan Keys.
Features A: Professional viewfinder mounts for use with Sony/ Panasonic compatible finders. B: WALTERgrip top and side. For carrying the MOVIEtube or handheld shots like low shots/ low moves. C: Plate for Sony V-Mount or Anton Bauer compatible batteries. D: Integrated Sony/Panasonic tripod plate compatible shoulder set. E: ON/OFF Switch (Power). F: 19mm rods interface.
G: Extendible battery plate with quick release to compensate for heavy lenses. H: 12V Arri-compatible (AUX PWR) out Fischer 11-pin Video out (VID OUT) 1 BNC, 2 Fischer 4-pin with 12Vpower for monitoring etc. I: WALTERgrip handles for handheld and on shoulder moves.
Handling and ergonomics MOVIEtube ST is designed for use on shoulder. The quick release plate – compatible to Panasonic and Sony - guarantees a safe and fast installation on and off the tripod. The ergonomic position of the professional b/w viewfinder enables an optimal focus control at any time, and allows working smoothly even in critical situations. VERY IMPORTANT!!! To carry the Camera System please use the top handle grip of the MOVIEtube ST only. Never use the handle bar of the docking camera.
External microphone with cradle suspension Some camcorders have an external microphone with cradle suspension. For example: Sony Panasonic HDR-Z1, PD150 / PD170 AG-DVX100, AG-HVX200 To fit this type of camcorder to the MOVIEtube ST please remove the cradle suspension with a screw driver. The images below are showing the cradle removing on a Panasonic AG-DVX100.
Accessories Specifications The 15mm rods on the MOVIEtube ST are extendible by screwing an extension rod on or off. This feature will be needed during shooting with wide angle lenses. The WALTERgrip system for 15mm rods are easily adjustable in 360° to the ideal position by the quick release skewers allowing quick attachment of the GRIPbase to the rods. Hand grips are mountable sidewise. Each WALTERgrip has two extra 3/8“threads for further accessories.
Electronic connectors • Illuminated on/off switch (POWER) • • 12V Arri-compatible (AUX PWR) Fischer 11-pin Video out (VID OUT), 1 BNC, 2 Fischer 4-pin with 12Vpower for Arri Mini Monitor • • • 12V power in (BATTERY) Fischer 2-pin Video in (VID IN) Composite-Cinch Viewfinder out (VF OUT) for Sony & Panasonic compatible professional viewfinders. Connects to the viewfinder extension cable, which leads to the viewfinder socket.
DOCKING cameras LENS mount The intermediate image is found at infinity, to enable easy focusing of the docking cameras without additional lens kits. Simply attach the docking camera on the camera sled by tighten the 1/4” thread screw. Adjust the docking camera to the ocular by using the side to side screw and the up to down quick release with fine adjustment.
12 Golden rules for shooting with MOVIEtubeTM on HD 1. Perform a gate check frequently 8. Check for dust and dirt on the clear protection filter behind the film lens inside the MOVIEtube. Use a lens brush and/ or an air duster, in clean environment so not to scratch the surface. Check the surface by panning over bright background like a white card, whilst watching the image on the viewfinder or monitor 2. 3. To shoot with the highest possible sensitivity, open the Iris completely.
Technical service and maintenance MOVIEtube world distribution Henner Befort-Riedel Carey Duffy Ernst Befort OHG Braunfelserstraße 26 South London Filter Ltd No 3 Richborne Terrace 35578 Wetzlar Germany London SW8 1AS United Kingdom Phone: +49.6441-9241-0 Fax: +49.6441-9241-33 Tel.+44 (0)20 7735 1900 Fax: +44 (020) 7820 1718 Office hours: Monday to Friday 8.00am to 4.00pm GMT Email: hbr@befort-optic.com Office hours: Monday to Friday 9.00am to 6.30pm GMT Email: carey.duffy@camerafilters.co.
