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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    ARRIFLEX 435 Advanced Instruction Manual As of: November 2001 LL ARTWORK PICTURES AND TEXTS ARE COVERED BY OUR COPY RIGHT CD-ROM HEY MUST NOT BE COPIED FOR REPRODUCTION DISKS OR NTERNET SITES OR USED IN THEIR ENTIRE FORM OR IN EXCERPTS WITHOUT OUR PREVIOUS WRITTEN AGREEMENT...
  • Page 2 eyepiece lock eyepiece eyecup 400 ft magazine locking grip on magazine cover locking grip on camera door sliding switch “DISPLAY LOCK“ “RUN“-button operation control indicator sliding switch “NORM – PS/CCU“ “MODE“-button “SEL“-button “PROG“-button “PHASE“-button display “SET“-button...
  • Page 3 mechanical footage indicator video optical tap tensioning plate RS-socket overload display functional expansion compartment for module (FEM) TC buffer battery...
  • Page 4 adjustment knob for manual image friction adjustment lock for telescoping unlocking key for grip system compensation finder arm finder arm finder arm spirit level hook for tape focus 11-pin locking key for accessory socket manual image compensation overload display for 11-pin accessory socket functional expansion finder arm...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Explanation of the Symbols in the Instruction Manual .. 10 Accessory Power Supply ........... 24 3. General Description 6. Magazines ............27 of the ARRIFLEX 435 Advanced ....11 Loading the ARRIMAG 120 ........28 Removing Exposed Film ..........31 4. Installation of the Camera ......13 Transport and Storage ..........
  • Page 6 8. Optics .............. 47 10. Video-Assist-System........73 Lenses ..............47 Main Features ............73 Viewfinder System ........... 48 The IVS consists of ........... 75 9. Camera Operation ........55 11. Accessories ........... 79 Main Camera Switch ..........55 Anamorphic Viewfinder AVF-2 ......... 79 Running and Stopping the Camera ......
  • Page 7 17. Order Numbers ......... 141 Time Code Output ..........117 Time Code and the External Synchronization Unit ESU-1 ... 118 18. ARRI Service ..........143 Time Code Buffer Battery ........118 Overview of the Display Indications 19. Index ............145...

  • Page 9: Safety Specifications

    • In order to ensure optimal performance, it is essential that you acquaint yourself with this instruction manual. • Use only original ARRI replacement parts and accessories! Important Notes • Assembly and initial operation should be carried out only by persons who are familiar with the equipment! •...

  • Page 10: Product Specifications

    This instruction manual applies only to the a ARRI service center for instructions. ARRIFLEX 435 Advanced. If you are operating the ARRIFLEX 435 Advanced Explanation of the Symbols together with the SFHC, do not modify any in the Instruction Manual...

  • Page 11: General Description Of The Arriflex 435 Advanced

    • The ARRIFLEX 435 Advanced is equipped with a low- A comprehensive range of optical, mechanical and electronic main-tenance, 5-link movement with dual transport accessories further expands the operational possibilities of claws and registration pins.
  • Page 12 magazine opening cover movement in locked position loop protector...

  • Page 13: Installation Of The Camera

    • ARRIHEAD 2 with integrated encoders the movement is in the locked position photo. • ARRI Fluid-Heads • Sachtler Studio 7, 150 H If the ARRIFLEX 435 Advanced is transported or • Mitchell-Head stored without a magazine, the magazine • Moy-Head opening cover should be attached.

  • Page 14: Horizontal Leveling

    Horizontal Leveling The ARRIFLEX 435/435ES is equipped with a spirit level to aid horizontal leveling of the camera photo. If the camera is set on a level surface with the magazine in place, the camera may tip back, as the center of gravity is located far to the rear. Bridge Plates BP-8, BP-9 spirit level The bridge plates facilitate balancing of the camera on the...
  • Page 15 Attaching the Bridge Plate to the Camera • Fasten the sliding upper plate with the two slit photo screws to the camera base. Both cylindrical pins photo (twist prevention) must glide into the holes. • Then screw the base plate onto the wedge plate of the tripod and lock onto the tripod head.

  • Page 16: Lens Support

    Lens Support The lens support consists of the lens support LS-7 (can be snapped onto 19 mm support rods) photo or the lens lens support lens support ring clamp screw base support LS-8 (can be pushed onto 15 mm support rods) and LS-8 plate the respective lens support ring...

  • Page 17: Grip System

    Grip System The multipurpose grip system on the ARRIFLEX 435/435ES grip system guarantees highest stability through its fixed connection to the camera body and provides numerous possibilities for attaching accessories. Five 3/8" inner threads allow attachment in diverse positions photo. Attaching Additional Handgrips Additional handgrips can be screwed onto the grip system in various positions as required.
  • Page 18 shoulder set S-4 base plate shoulder cushion...

  • Page 19: Operation From The Shoulder

    Operation from the Shoulder Shoulder Set S-4 The shoulder set S-4 was designed to optimize shoulder operation of the ARRIFLEX 435 Advanced. It allows the shoulder set S-4 camera to be quickly transferred from the tripod onto the operator’s shoulder without having to remove the optical accessories.
  • Page 20 Shoulder Set S-4 without the Bridge Plate • Remove the camera from the tripod. • Detach the bridge plate. • Position the shoulder set on the camera and fasten with the two mounting screws. • Plug the cable for starting and stopping the camera into the RS-socket.

  • Page 21: Power Supply

    • Switch on the main switch of the camera. photo • the mains unit NG 12/24 R. Do not open the batteries! Charge batteries only with the ARRI chargers! for 0.1 - 150 fps • the mains unit NG 12/26 R photo.

  • Page 22: Battery Nc 24/7 R

    Charger NCL 24 R The battery NC 24/7 R has a capacity of 7 ampere-hours With this charger all ARRI 24 V batteries can be charged. and is suitable for frame rates up to 130 fps. • First check whether the correct mains voltage is set on •...

  • Page 23: Mains Unit Ng 12/24 R

    KC 29S into the power supply socket on the camera and into the 24 V-socket on the mains unit. camera and into the 26 V-socket on the mains unit. Note: The NG 12/24 R can easily be upgraded to an NG 12/26 R at an ARRI service center.

  • Page 24: Accessory Power Supply

    Accessory Power Supply 12 V Accessories 12 V accessories can be attached to the 11-pin accessory socket photo which provides stabilized 12 V DC with 2.5 A continuous current. Note: The 11-pin accessory socket can only be used as an output socket. Accessories that feed signals into the camera will not function at this socket.
  • Page 25 24 V Accessories The RS-socket supplies the same voltage as the camera power supply. Voltages over 32 V will be limited to 32 V. In this case, the allowable continuous current is 2 A maximum. Ensure that the accessories to be used are RS-socket suited to the available voltage! overload...

  • Page 27: Magazines

    6. Magazines The ARRIMAG magazines and the ARRIFLEX III magazines are automatically recognized. For the ARRIFLEX 35 III 300 m In addition to the new 435-ARRIMAG magazines magazine the camera’s run-up time is automatically exten- photo, all ARRIFLEX 35 III and 35 II magazines – with the exception ded.

  • Page 28: Loading The Arrimag 120

    Cutting the film through the middle of the perforation holes • To open the cover, depress the safety catch, flip up the simplifies the loading process considerably. The ARRI Film flag-hinged locking grip and turn it counter-clockwise Cutting Gauge simplifies cutting in the darkroom.
  • Page 29 • Insert the film through the left slit on the magazine throat • Press down the hinged locking clip on the feed shaft. assembly from the inside • By turning the drive gear counter-clockwise, transport the photo. Do not catch the film. film further until it reaches to the loop length marking •...
  • Page 30 • Without changing the length, thread the film into the right • Hang the head of the film into the film core and bend film channel. over photo. Do not catch the film. The bent film head should not stick out of the film core •...

  • Page 31: Removing Exposed Film

    Removing Exposed Film • Close the magazine cover. The roller arms will be auto- matically unlocked. • To lock the cover, turn the locking grip clockwise and flip The following steps should be carried out in a darkroom or it back into the recess. a changing bag! The safety catch locks automatically.

  • Page 32: Transport And Storage

    Transport and Storage Loaded or empty magazines should only be transported or stored with the loop protector photo attached to avoid damage to the film stock and the magazine throat assembly. If the ARRIFLEX 435/435ES is transported without a maga- zine it is recommended to attach the magazine opening cover.

  • Page 33: Camera Body

    7. Camera Body Electronically Adjustable Mirror Shutter locking mechanism The mirror shutter on the ARRIFLEX 435 Advanced can be unlocked electronically adjusted from 11.2° to 180° when the camera is running as well as in standby. Note: The electronically adjustable mirror shutter is also equipped with an adjustment mechanism that allows mechanical adjustment.
  • Page 34 Checking the Shutter Locking Mechanism Setting the Mirror Shutter Angles: Without accessories, the following shutter angles can be set • Switch on the camera’s main switch. directly on the camera: 11.2°, 22.5°, 30°, 45°, 60°, 75°, • In standby, briefly depress the “PHASE”-button. 90°, 105°, 120°, 135°, 144°, 172.8°...
  • Page 35 Shutter Angle Measurement • Holding the “PHASE”-button depressed in standby will make the camera inch forward. • The display shows the measured shutter angle in the upper line. The lower line displays the voltage of the power supply. Switching Off the Electronically Adjustable Shutter •...
  • Page 36 Filming with HMI Light Supply frequency 50 Hz 60 Hz When lighting scenes with HMI/CID-discharge lamps, the pulsing light intensity is dependent on the supply frequency. 25 fps 24 fps 24 fps Frame rate To achieve constant exposure, the camera’s frame rate, the supply frequency of the lighting and the angle of the mirror 180°...

  • Page 37: Exchanging The Ground Glass

    Exchanging the Ground Glass • By briefly depressing the “PHASE”-button in standby, the tongue ground glass shutter is positioned to protect the mirror surface from damage as far as possible photo. • Before exchanging the ground glass, switch the camera’s main switch off and disconnect the camera from the power supply! •...

  • Page 38: Film Gate

    Film Gate Changing the Format Masks A format mask and filter holder must always be inserted in the film gate. format mask film gate To take out the format mask: locking • Switch off the camera’s main switch and disconnect the lever camera from the power supply before exchanging the knurled knob...
  • Page 39 To insert a format mask: • Check that the film gate frame and the contact surface are absolutely clean. • Push the new format mask photo sideways into the film gate. • Push the filter holder sideways into the film gate photo.
  • Page 40 • Push the filter holder sideways into the film gate Inserting Filters into the Film Gate photo. Filter foils such as gelatine filters can be inserted into the • Check that the film gate, the filter and the film gate shaft filter holder.

  • Page 41: Movement

    Movement The ARRIFLEX 435 Advanced features a highspeed 5-link movement, equipped with ball-bearings for low maintenance. Never operate the movement locking mechanism while the camera is running! spacer gate handle Removing the Spacer Gate safety spring • Press the safety spring...

  • Page 42: Attaching The Magazine, Threading The Movement

    Attaching the Magazine, Threading the Movement • Pull the magazine release lever photo back and • Position the back part of the magazine’s throat assembly remove the cover. on the lower dovetail of the camera opening. • Open the camera door. •...
  • Page 43 • Lock the magazine completely into the camera opening. possible until the loop can be positioned between the movement plate and the film gate. Note: The magazine drive gear engages automatically. Lightly turning the knurled knob on the movement Note: The film cannot yet be completely placed into the block facilitates the precise engagement of the film channel.
  • Page 44 • Bring the film loop into position • Turn the movement locking lever counter-clockwise as far photo. • Position the film by one perforation hole onto the positioning as it will go. This will cause the movement block to swing in the film guide, bringing the film loop to forwards and to lock into position.

  • Page 45: Pitch Adjustment

    Pitch Adjustment The camera is delivered with a transport claw pitch adjusted to 4.74 mm (short pitch). With this basic setting, negative film stock having a perforation hole distance within the to- lerance range is transported smoothly and reliably by the movement.

  • Page 46: Removing The Magazine

    Removing the Magazine When pulling away the magazine ensure that If the film has not run through the camera completely: the film does not get damaged! • Open the camera door. • Swing back the movement block just far enough to en- •...

  • Page 47: Optics

    Lenses bayonet ring index pin The ARRIFLEX 435 Advanced is prepared for the Lens Data System. All ARRIFLEX lenses with Lens Data System can be used. It is also possible to use all older ARRIFLEX lenses with a PL-mount. Lenses with a Ø 41 mm standard or bayonet mount cannot be used.

  • Page 48: Viewfinder System

    Viewfinder System The viewfinder system on the ARRIFLEX 435 Advanced can be swivelled in two axes. The viewfinder image is always up- right and correct left-to-right when the viewfinder is swivelled within the main axes photo. A warning signal (red LED) for asynchronous running is re- flected into the viewfinder.
  • Page 49 The Eyepiece Removing the Eyepiece eyepiece • Hold the eyepiece with one hand and with the other turn the knurled ring photo towards the “OPEN” position knurled ring as far as it will go. • Remove the eyepiece photo. Attaching the Eyepiece •...
  • Page 50 Adjusting the Viewfinder unlocking key knurled Turning the Eyepiece ring The eyepiece can be rotated 360° around the viewfinder arm. The eyepiece is held in adjusted position by friction. Allen screw • To set friction, turn the knurled ring photo right/left until the desired friction has been reached.
  • Page 51 • Turn the adjustment knob approx. 30° Image Compensation photo The viewfinder system is fitted with an automatic image com- • Release the locking key photo. pensation mechanism. • Keep turning the adjustment knob until this photo To enable setting a different image position in certain situ- locks in position.
  • Page 52 ARRIGLOW Attaching ARRIGLOW ARRIGLOW module The ARRIGLOW module is available as an option. It allows illuminated format markings to be superimposed onto the viewfinder image with continuously adjustable brightness. • Loosen both fastening screws on the warning photo display module. •...
  • Page 53 Exchanging the Format Mask adjustment knob • Open the camera door as wide as possible. • Grip the format mask with the special forceps photo and pull downwards and out. notch • Now grip the new format mask with the special forceps and push in with the notch photo facing towards...

  • Page 55: Camera Operation

    9. Camera Operation Main Camera Switch The main camera switch photo is located on the back of the camera below the magazine opening. • First switch on the mains unit (if used). • Connect the camera to the mains unit or to the battery. •...

  • Page 56: Running And Stopping The Camera

    Running and Stopping the Camera A “RUN”-button is located on the left side of the camera photo. Running the Camera If the operation control indicator glows red „RUN“-button while in standby, the camera is not ready and will not run operation control (see “Overview of Display Symbols”).

  • Page 57: Displaying And Setting Operational Parameters

    Displaying and Setting Operational Parameters Inching Inching can be started by depressing the “PHASE”-button The currently set operational parameters on the ARRIFLEX 435 while the camera is in standby. If the “PHASE”-button is only Advanced are displayed on the camera display photo briefly depressed, the movement rotates one revolution and in various modes.

  • Page 58: Overview Of Display Modes

    Overview of Display Modes Mode 1 is displayed: after switching on the camera, after depressing the “RUN”-button or 30 seconds after the last operation. Mode 4 and 5 can only be selected if the functional expansion module is attached. 1st Display Line 2nd Display Line Adjustment Possibility Mode 1...
  • Page 59 1st Display Line 2nd Display Line Adjustment Possibility time code user bits time code user bits time code user bits can only be set via Mode 5 time code warnings the CCU or externally Mode 6 volume of the acoustic warning signal TCS-value or warning signal on / off voltage of the time code buffer battery (V)

  • Page 60: Overview Of Display Symbols

    Overview of Display Symbols in the program. Symbol Meaning Symbol Meaning glows The display is in Mode 1. blinks The shutter is mechanically locked in electronic operation glows Battery voltage too low for the set frame rate ≤ 130 fps and voltage < 20.6 V the electronic shutter function is switched off.
  • Page 61 Display: Movement Open The display shows if the movement has not been locked correctly into operating position. The operation control indicator glows red the movement block is not correctly locked, the camera is not operational. Display: Warning of Reverse Operation with an ARRIFLEX 35 III 300 m Magazine Reverse operation is not possible with an ARRIFLEX 35 III 300 m magazine.
  • Page 62 Film Counter Displaying the Film Counting Values (Modes 1 and 3) Film counting values are shown in Modes 1 and 3. Two different counting values are shown respectively: • the total amount of exposed film or Mode 1 Mode 3 •...
  • Page 63 Displaying the Angle of the Mirror Shutter Frame Rates The ARRIFLEX 435 Advanced offers the possibility to set (Mode 1) • As long as the “PHASE”-button is depressed while in and store two frame rates. It is possible to select and store: standby, the set angle of the mirror shutter appears in •...
  • Page 64 Selecting a Standard Frame Rate (Mode 1) Standby Operation • The camera must be in Mode 1 and the “NORM/PS” switch must be in the position “NORM”. • Depress the “SEL”-button repeatedly until the desired frame rate is selected. Within 3 seconds, confirm this choice by depressing the “SET”-button, otherwise the initial setting is retained.
  • Page 65 Switching Between Forward and Reverse Operation (Mode 2) Standby Operation • Change from Mode 1 to Mode 2 by depressing the “MODE”-button once. • Depress the “SEL”-button; “Cd” blinks. • Hold the “SET”-button depressed for more than three seconds. The display shows an “R” for reverse operation at the bottom left.
  • Page 66 Shifting Phase To film quartz-synchronized monitors, hold the “PHASE”- button depressed after the camera has run up until the horizontal bar is no longer visible in the viewfinder. The frame rate will increase by 0.2 fps while the button is de- pressed.
  • Page 67 Switching On and Off the Warning Signal for Display Warning tone on start Warning tone on stop Asynchronous Running (Mode 6) LS _ _ Standby Operation LS – _ • Change from Mode 1 to Mode 6 by depressing the LS _ –...
  • Page 68 The software version of the camera can be displayed setting ramping speed when neither a single frame shutter nor a motion control 25f/s interface is attached to the camera: 40f/s (as 435ES) 100f/s • Press “SET“ for three seconds in the rampspeed menu: Mode 8 the second line will display Sxx.xx for the camera software version...
  • Page 69 Mode 9 In this mode the external control configuration of the Note: For further information on the maximum speed camera can be selected when the MCI-1 module is and acceleration limits see page 70. mounted on the right side of the camera: mode maximum speed maximum acceleration...
  • Page 70 The adjustable sector will be set to 180 degress if the mode Note: The ARRIFLEX 435 Advanced has a built in allows external control of the adjustable sector, otherwise supervisory function that prevents the camera it will set to position which was set in the camera.
  • Page 71 Special care has to be taken: • The acceleration ramp should be very smooth (e.g. some systems tend to run "staircase" type accelerations, others can oscillate causing minor fluctuations). • The power supply must be able to supply sufficient current. •...
  • Page 72 • Mini monitor connector • Switch ON/OFF/Keyboard locked • Manual gain control (ON) • White balance (Indoor/Outdoor/Automatic/Manual) • Flicker free (ON/OFF) • Mode (Frame store / Compare) • Store key • Activate inserter onscreen menu or • store position of inserted windows •...

  • Page 73: Video-Assist-System

    10. Video-Assist-System The Integrated Video-Assist System (IVS) for the ARRIFLEX • Flicker-free 435 integrates a complete video assist system totally into An integrated digital frame store enables the video the camera body. It offers unsurpassed image quality camera to be synchronized to the film camera´s mirror combined with a state-of-the-art inserter to add frame shutter and provides a flicker-free video image from 1 fps lines, time code, full manual white balance control and...
  • Page 74 • Store and recall for all settings • Two additional Y/C Outputs All settings can be stored and recalled. By this, it is possible In addition to the usual composite output, the IVS offers for example to trim all the settings for indoor shooting, a Y/C output (S-VHS) for an even better video image store them, have some exterior scenes, go back indoor without annoying color artifacts with or without data...

  • Page 75: The Ivs Consists Of

    The IVS consists of • External synchronization input (Genlock) The IVS has an external synchronization input to enable multi camera use. • Optic Silent and/or ......K2.47230.0 • Optic Academy ........K2.47231.0 • Mini monitor connector • Video Electronic complete ..K2.47365.0 for PAL The IVS offers a connector for a 12 V LCD mini or K2.47366.0 for NTSC monitor combined with a 1.1 A power supply.
  • Page 76 Optic Silent Optic Academy For a complete and working IVS, either the optic silent or For a complete and working IVS, either the optic silent or the optic acacemy has to be installed inside the CCD optic the optic acacemy has to be installed inside the CCD optic module.
  • Page 77 Mixing the modules might lead to a reduced image quality. Mixing the modules might lead to a reduced image quality. On request ARRI can supply a second CCD optic module On request ARRI can supply a second CCD optic module optimized for a particular Inserter/Antiflicker Module.

  • Page 79: Accessories

    11. Accessories switching knob Anamorphic Viewfinder AVF-2 When using anamorphic lenses, the AVF-2 allows de-squeezed viewing of the ground glass image. This viewfinder arm can also be switched over to check the anamorphically squeezed image. The anamorphic viewfinder AVF-2 can be fitted in place of the standard viewfinder arm by a service center or in a rental house.
  • Page 80 Adjusting the AVF-2 Unlike the standard viewfinder, the anamorphic viewfinder will only provide an undistorted image in horizontal, locked adjusting screw position. The locking stops of the AVF-2 can be adjusted to an exactly horizontal position. Allen screws Using the AVF-2 on the Left Side of the Camera •...

  • Page 81: Video Viewfinder Vt-2

    Video Viewfinder VT-2 fastening screws The video viewfinder VT-2 is a 100%-video-tap module. It can easily be fitted in place of the standard viewfinder system for Steadicam or crane operation. The same video optic that is used on the standard viewfinder system can be also fitted to the video viewfinder.

  • Page 82: Work Light Wl-3

    Work Light WL-3 Work Light WL-3 • Screw the dovetail-adapter to the handgrip. • Slide the work light into the dovetail-guide and clamp. • Connect the plug to the “RS”-socket photo. • By adjusting the flexible arm, bring the work light into the desired position.

  • Page 83: Heated Eyecup He-3

    Heated Eyecup HE-3 The heated eyecup prevents the eyepiece from photo fogging in low temperatures e.g. when filming outdoors in winter. • Pull the normal eyecup off the eyepiece, then place the heated eyecup on the eyepiece. • Plug the heated eyecup either with cable KC-26S to the 11-pin accessory socket, or with cable KC-42S to the RS-socket.

  • Page 84: Functional Expansion Module Fem

    Functional Expansion Module FEM The functional expansion module is included in the standard package of the ARRIFLEX 435 Advanced. fastening screw The TC-generator, the TC-buffer and the TC in- and outputs are integrated into the FEM. In addition, the FEM offers interfaces for camera accessories: ”ACC”...

  • Page 85: External Synchronization Unit Esu-1

    3 to external synchronization unit ESU-1 can be used with the 150 fps. An appropriate cable is available on ARRIFLEX 435 Advanced as well as with the 435/435ES, request. 535, 535B and 16SR 3/Advanced. It allows synchronization of the camera to other equipment such as TV monitors.

  • Page 86: Motion Control Interface Mci-1

    Motion Control Interface MCI-1 The MCI-1 is attached to the 26pin connector photo on the lower right side of the camera and secured with a screw photo to the handgrip mount (use a 3mm allen key). It adds the motion control modes to the camera and splits the 26pin connector in two differently coded 12pin Fischer connectors for the capping shutter and the interface for external motion control computer.

  • Page 87: Camera Control Unit Ccu-1

    Camera Control Unit CCU-1 The CCU-1 can only be used in conjunction with photo button the functional expansion module. The electronic adjustment of the shutter angle is only possible on the ARRIFLEX 435 Advanced. The camera control unit CCU-1 enables control of the following functions: •...
  • Page 88 approx. 10 seconds after the last operation when it is being run on batteries, and the camera control unit itself switches off after approx. 5 minutes. Replacing the Batteries • Open the battery compartment photo with a coin. • Pull out the battery pack. Pay attention to the correct polarity of the battery pack! •...

  • Page 89: The Main Menu

    Key Functions in all Menus The Main Menu When the camera control unit is switched on, the main menu appears on the display. It enables access to the sub-menus. Function It also shows whether the camera is switched off (OFFLINE), Starts and stops the camera.
  • Page 90 • Switch the sliding switch on the camera to photo “PS/CCU”. • Using keys “1” to “7”, select one of the standard frame rates listed in the SPEED-menu. The selected frame rate is displayed in the uppermost line. • Transfer the selected value to the camera with the “SEND”-key.
  • Page 91 All selected frame rates within the acceptable range can be The SHUTTER Menu fine-tuned, from 1 to 99.999 fps in increments of 0.001 fps, With the SHUTTER menu, shutter angles within acceptable above 100 fps in increments of 0.01 fps. This can be done range of 11.2°...
  • Page 92 The REMOTE Menu The TIMECODE Menu In the REMOTE menu the camera control unit displays the In the TIMECODE menu the current values are displayed: same information as the camera display. The last digit after the time code time and user bits last entered on the CCU the decimal point will be suppressed (4 digits instead of 5 as well as the time code time and user bits of the camera.
  • Page 93 Changing Time Code User Bits The OPTIONS Menu • Depress key “2” - “USERBITS” is displayed against a The OPTIONS menu allows access to the sub-menus dark background. ASYNC-MODE, LENGTH UNIT, END WARNING and • Depress the “ENTER”-key - the camera control unit is COUNTER DISPLAY MODE.
  • Page 94 • Select meters with key “1” or feet with key “2” - the selected unit of measurement is displayed against a Note: The third menu point is not available on the dark background. ARRIFLEX 435 Advanced. • Transfer the chosen setting to the camera with the “SEND”-key. camera-display camera-display...
  • Page 95 General information: The PROGRAM Menu The PROGRAM menu enables writing and storing of programs • The “FETCH”-key transfers a program that is already stored (ramps) to change the frame rate and shutter angle. in the camera to the selected memory area of the CCU-1. •...
  • Page 96 Ramping with the ARRIFLEX 435 Advanced User Defined Ramping: In user defined ramping the user can set • Enter the desired ramp time. – the starting frame rate and the starting shutter angle, If the digit after the decimal point needs not be entered, –...
  • Page 97 Speed Ramping Note: A maximum of four aperture stops can be com- with Exposure Compensation: pensated via the shutter angle. The starting and In addition to pure speed ramping, exposure compensation end frame rates may therefore only differ from is possible. The shutter angle is then linked to the speed each other by a maximum of factor 16.
  • Page 98 Activating and Running Programs Note: If the “PROG”-button on the camera is not Note: If the camera is set to rampspeed HI the total accessible, the “F4”-key in the REMOTE menu on duration of the ramp will be minimized. Check the CCU-1 can be used as a “PROG”-button.
  • Page 99 • Depress the “MODE”-button six times (or four times if The 3rd menu point is not available no functional expansion module is attached) to change on the ARRIFLEX 435 Advanced. to Mode 7. • The display shows an angle symbol and the starting •...

  • Page 101: Remote Control Unit Rcu-1

    Remote Control Unit RCU-1 Use of the RCU-1 is only possible in conjunction with photo the functional expansion module. The RCU-1 is a practical remote control unit for all new-generation ARRIFLEX cameras. It can be used in all applications that call for an uncomplicated, quick, sturdy and yet still comprehensive remote control.
  • Page 102 IRIS sliding switch RUN-LED WRC/CAM sliding switch READY-LED RELEASE button radio channel ON button SEL button MODE button SET button RF-LED OPEN/PHASE RAMP button CAL-LED button CAL button COMPENSATION rotary switch rotary switch READY-LED BAT-LED RUN-LED RUN button handwheel...

  • Page 103: Wireless Remote Control Wrc-1

    WRC-1, including all warnings. The WRC-1 is the perfect addition to the ARRI Wireless Lens Control System. Connected to the Wireless Main Unit WMU-1 of the Wireless LCS it enables all functions to be...
  • Page 104 File Edit FPS Shutter Programs Accounting Tools Sample Accounting Status: Standby FPS: 24.000 Phase Shutter: 180.0° PGM Trigger Roll: 4 New Roll Close Roll Open Mode Take: 6' Scene Take W NG Shutter Ft/Tk Total Reset Total Total: 10' • –...

  • Page 105: Laptop Camera Controller Lcc

    Laptop Camera Controller LCC Accounting The film stock accounting functions offer a clear overview The LCC is a computer program that allows the ARRIFLEX 435 of raw stock and exposed film. Advanced, 435 ES, 535, 535B or 16SR 3 to be controlled Camera reports can be created and filled in either auto- from a laptop or notebook computer.

  • Page 106: Accessory Socket Distributor (11-Pin)

    Accessory Socket Distributor (11-pin) Mounting the Accessory Socket Distributor • Push the accessory socket distributor photo onto the 11-pin socket. • Tighten the fastening screw. R/S - Socket Distributor (3-pin) accessory socket distributor To facilitate operating the camera from the right side, a RUN-button is also integrated into the R/S-socket distributor.

  • Page 107: Super 35

    12. Super 35 • Change the position of the two rubber caps covering the unused slots for the LDS contacts photo. The Super 35 format offers a range of technical advantages Do not damage the LDS contacts! compared to filming with anamorphic lenses: •...

  • Page 108: Converting The Bridge Plate To Super 35

    Converting the Bridge Plate to Super 35 The current position, standard or Super 35, is displayed by two index arrows on the sliding upper plate. The bridge screws index arrows plate can be converted to Super 35 as follows: • Remove the two screws photo.

  • Page 109: Time Code

    Recording time code is only possible at the following of equipment with time code capability. frame rates in forward operation: The ARRIFLEX 435 Advanced is prepared for recording time 23.976 fps code onto film. It is only necessary to fit the TC-recording 24.000 fps...

  • Page 110: Mounting The Time Code Module

    Mounting the Time Code Module • Switch off the camera’s main switch and disconnect the camera from the power supply. • Unscrew the three screws from the cover of the magazine locking mechanism photo. • Remove the cover of the magazine locking mechanism. Hold the film recognition module firmly so that it screws does not fall on the movement block and damage...

  • Page 111: Checking The Loop Length

    Checking the Loop Length marking The upper film loop must lie within the marking knurled knob otherwise the time code recording position will not have the correct relation to the image. • Set the knurled knob to “LOADING POSITION”. photo •...

  • Page 112: Setting Film Sensitivity (Tcs-Value)

    Setting Film Sensitivity (TCS-Value) Filmstock Type Fuji 8510 (Color Negative) In order to attain optimal readability of the recorded time Fuji 8520 (Color Negative) code, the brightness of the recording LED must be adapted Fuji 8521 (Color Negative) to the film stock being used. Fuji 8522 (Color Negative) The time code sensitivity (TCS-value) of various film stocks...
  • Page 113 Setting the TCS Value (Mode 6) • Depress the “MODE”-button five times to change from Mode 1 to Mode 6. • Depress the “SEL”-button four times; an “S” appears in the lower line and the next digit blinks. • Depress the “SET”-button repeatedly until the desired value appears.

  • Page 114: Time Code Input

    Time Code Input Setting Time Code Time and User Bits Changing Time Code User Bits with the CCU-1: The time code generator (TCG) which is integrated into the Normally the date and camera number are entered as functional expansion module can be set via the CCU-1, the user bits: e.g.
  • Page 115 External Synchronization The ARRIFLEX 435 Advanced can also be synchronized to Note: For external synchronization, both pieces of other time code compatible equipment. For this it is necessary equipment to be synchronized must be running to plug an LTC-signal (longitudinal time code) into either at the same speed.
  • Page 116 Displaying Time Code and User Bits Displaying Current Time Code Time (Mode 4) • Depress the “MODE”-button three times to change from Mode 1 to Mode 4. Time code time will be displayed with “Hours : Minutes” in the first line and “Seconds : Frames”...

  • Page 117: Switching On And Off The Time Code Recording

    Switching On and Off Time Code Output the Time Code Recording Time code information is available as 80 bit LTC: Before switching on time code recording, the TCS-value • at the CCU-socket in standby and during camera operation with 2.5 V at 600 Ω asymmetric, must be set (TCS-value >...

  • Page 118: Time Code And The External Synchronization Unit Esu-1

    Time Code and the Time Code Buffer Battery External Synchronization Unit ESU-1 The internal time code clock on the camera continues Via the ESU-1, it is also possible to operate the ARRIFLEX 435 running if the camera is switched off (or if the camera is Advanced synchronously to other equipment (e.g.
  • Page 119 Replacing the Buffer Battery The buffer battery is a standard 9V battery photo battery (we recommend IEC designation GLRG 1, e.g. Duracell MN 1604 or Varta No. 4022) which in normal operation lasts for at least a week. The buffer battery is located in a compartment on the side of the functional expansion module.

  • Page 120: Overview Of The Display Indications In Time Code Operation

    Overview of the Display Indications The acoustic warning can be switched off as follows: in Time Code Operation • Remedy the cause of the warning. • Switch off time code. • Set the warning tone volume to 0 (see under Switching On and Off the Warning Signal for Asynchronous Running and the Acoustic TC-Warning, Chapter 9).
  • Page 121 1st display-digit for TC warnings 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A b C d E F Warning Remedy • • • • • • • • no valid TC frame rate set correct TC frame rate or switch off TC •...
  • Page 122 3rd display-digit for TC warnings 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A b C d E F Warning Remedy • • • • • • • • TC magazine not recognized use a suitable 435 magazine •...

  • Page 123: Maintenance

    14. Maintenance When maintaining and cleaning the camera and accessories, pay careful attention to the following notes and tips: • Always disconnect the camera from the power supply. • When cleaning the film movement, do not exert too • Clean the camera and accessories only on a clean much pressure.

  • Page 124: Camera

    Camera Cleaning the Film Gate To avoid a build up of dirt in the image area, the format mask on the ARRIFLEX 435Advanced is set back from the sur- format mask film gate face of the film gate. locking Loose dust or dirt leads to a layer of emulsion forming on lever the film gate.
  • Page 125 To clean the film gate • Remove the layer of emulsion from the film gate with a swings back completely. plastic rod (e.g. an ARRI film gate cleaner). Under no circumstances use hard or metal objects. Swinging the movement block forwards when •...

  • Page 126: Cleaning The Spacer Gate

    Then remove by pulling upwards. • Remove the layer of emulsion from the spacer gate photo with a plastic rod (e.g. an ARRI film gate cleaner). Under no circumstances use hard or metal objects. • When cleaning, pay particular attention to the spacer gate if film stock with a strong tendency to build up emulsion (e.g.

  • Page 127: Cleaning The Field Lens

    Cleaning the Field Lens • Using the special forceps, push the field lens as far as it will go into the holder. A ball catch fixes the field lens • By briefly depressing the “PHASE”-button, the shutter is in the correct position. positioned to protect the mirror surface from damage •...

  • Page 128: Magazine

    Magazine Cleaning the Throat Assembly The throat assembly photo can be disassembled for cleaning. holder plate • Loosen the three screws photo on the throat assembly screws cover photo. • Remove the holder plate for the loop protector. photo • Pull out the throat assembly cover. •...
  • Page 129 special key Do not place your hand in the running magazine! • To set the take-up shaft, run the camera at 24 fps. For setting the tension of the feed shaft, the camera must run at 24 fps reverse. The tension measurement device should be showing ring “5”.

  • Page 131: Appendix

    ARRI service center. This display only indicates that the additional monitor system is defective.
  • Page 132 Acceleration limit transport Fuses Overspeed shutter The ARRIFLEX 435 Advanced is equipped with self-resetting automatic fuses. It is therefore not necessary to replace blown fuses. Acceleration step limit shutter...
  • Page 133 Note: When the external motion control computer Acceleration limit shutter cammands the camera a shutter angle bigger than 180° or smaller than 11,2° the camera will display a flashing shutter angle reading to indicate that the actual position reference to the Speed limit adjustable sector step&direction inputs might be lost.
  • Page 134 Problem Cause Remedy Scratches on the emulsion side of the negative In the image area, Dirty or damaged cross bars Clean or, if defective, replace the film gate over several frames on the film gate or format mask In the image area, Upper or lower film loop too long, Check the position of the upper loop short and periodically recurring...
  • Page 135 Problem Cause Remedy Unsteady Image Vertical Heavy emulsion build-up in the film gate area, Clean film gate area, damaged film perforation, use different film stock very poor gliding ability of the raw film stock, film stock with positive perforation, dimensions of raw stock not within tolerance Horizontal Heavy emulsion build-up in the film gate area, Clean film gate area,...
  • Page 136 Problem Cause Remedy Problems at extremely low temperatures Damage to the film Greatly reduced tensile strength and increased The camera, battery and particularly the film stock brittleness of raw stock. must be protected from extreme cold. In temperatures under - 15°C (5° F) especially, When a cold camera is brought into a warm and a change in the film´s friction properties ocurs.

  • Page 139: Technical Data

    16. Technical Data Film Format Mirror Shutter ARRIFLEX 435 Advanced 35mm (DIN 15501) Continuously adjustable from 11.2° - 180° in standby or while running. Magazines Movement ARRIMAG 120 ..........forwards/reverse up to 150 fps ARRIMAG 120S ..........forwards/reverse up to 150 fps 5-link highspeed movement ARRIMAG 300E ..........
  • Page 140 Above 130 fps and rampspeed LO or St ........... 24 V DC With rampspeed HI ............... 26.5 V DC Camera without magazine, without lens: Acceptable voltage range: ............20.6…35 V DC ARRIFLEX 435 Advanced: ..........6.77 kg ... (14.9 lbs) (including functional expansion module) Function Monitoring Power supply voltage (BAT)

  • Page 141: Order Numbers

    17. Order Numbers Power Supply ARRIFLEX 435 Advanced ................K Battery NC 24/7 R ..............K2.41950.0 ARRIFLEX 435 Advanced, anamorphic viewfinder ......... K Battery cable KC 20S ..............K2.41966.0 ARRIFLEX 435 Advanced, 3-Perf ..............K Charger NCL 24 R ..............K2.42010.0 Mains unit NG 12/24 R ..............
  • Page 142 Cable KC-42 (for RS socket) ............K4.47473.0 RS-socket distributor (3-pin, 24V) ..........K2.52001.0 Cable KC-26 (for accessory socket) ..........K4.44093.0 Accessory set 435 ..............K4.52094.0 Finder extender FE-3 ..............K2.47082.0 Video Super wide-angle eyepiece (10x) ..........K2.41822.0 Wide angle eyepiece (8x) ............K2.47081.0 Optic Silent and/or ..............

  • Page 143: Arri Service

    18. ARRI Service GB ....ARRI (GB) Ltd. The Movie House Germany ..Arnold & Richter 1-3 Airlinks, Spitfire Way Cine Technik Heston, Middlesex, TW5 9NR Türkenstraße 89 Phone: (0208) 848 88 81 D-80799 München Fax: (0208) 561 13 12 Tel.: (089) 3809-0...

  • Page 145: Index

    19. Index 12 V accessories ............24 accessory socket 24 V accessories ............25 11-pin ..............24 9 V battery ............119 RS-socket ............25 accessory socket distributor (11-pin) ......106 acoustic warning Academy Format ............. 76 setting warning signals ......... 67 ACC socket ..........
  • Page 146 balancing the camera ..........15 cable batteries, replacing KC 20S ............22, 23 CCU-1 ..............88 KC 24S ............... 88 TC-buffer battery ..........119 KC 29S ............22, 23 battery cable KC 20S ........22, 23 KC 30S ............... 88 battery NC 24/7 R ..........
  • Page 147 ........9 PROG-button ............98 for magazine opening .......... 32 PROGRAM menu ..........95 ramping with the ARRIFLEX 435 Advanced .... 96 REMOTE menu ............ 92 darkroom ..............28 SHUTTER menu ............ 91 dimensions ............140 SOUND CCU ON/OFF ........
  • Page 148 Mode 9 ............... 59 eyecup ..............83 monitoring defective ........... 132 eyepiece ..............49 overview of display modes ........58 adjusting friction ..........50 shutter angle ............63 adjusting the diopter ..........49 symbols ............... 60 attaching ............. 49 take length ............62 removing .............
  • Page 149 film stock accounting ..........105 filter gelatine filters ............40 filter foils ............. 40 general description ..........11 filter holder ............40 grip system .............. 17 inserting in film gate ..........40 attaching additional handgrips ......17 fine-tuning the programmed frame rate ..... 65 removing .............
  • Page 150 lens support ring ............16 ICS ................. 86 lenses ..............47 ICS socket ............... 86 attaching ............. 47 lens support LS-7 ..........16 ICU ............... 105 illuminated format markings ........52 lens support LS-8 ..........16 attaching ARRIGLOW module ....... 52 support ...............
  • Page 151 ............ 35 NORM/PS-switch ............ 65 switching on ............ 35 mirror shutter ARRIFLEX 435 Advanced ....139 Mixing CCD Optic Module and Inserter / Antiflicker .. 77 Mode 1 ........57, 58, 62, 63, 64 configuring, ARRIFLEX 435ES ....... 63 Mode 2 ............
  • Page 152 ............98 PHASE-button ........57, 63, 66, 92 ramping pickup ..............85 speed ramping with exposure compensation ..97 with the ARRIFLEX 435 Advanced ......96 pilottone generator ........... 85 pitch ramping speed HI ............ 68 adjustment ............45 rampspeed HI ............
  • Page 153 RU-1 ............... 84 socket MC ............... 86 RUN-button ..........56, 58, 106 sockets additional on right side ........106 ACC ..........84, 115, 117 CCU ..........84, 115, 117 spacer gate S-4 shoulder set ............19 cleaning ............126 safety specifications ........... 9 installing .............
  • Page 154 support rods ............15 recording, switching off ........117 15 mm ..............14 recording, switching on ........117 19 mm ..............14 setting ............... 114 switching off ............117 synchronization of camera to other equipment ... 85 switching on ............117 TC user bits, displaying ........
  • Page 155 unit of measurement (meters/feet) warning display module ........... 52 changing on film counter ........62 warning displays ........60, 61, 132 user bits ..............114 warning signal settings ..............67 switching on and off ..........67 Video Electronic complete ........ 75, 142 volume ..............
  • Page 156 Technical data are subject to change without notice Printed in Germany Ident Nr. 5.58231.0...

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