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Nikon Image Converter User Manual

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Model "Oszi" 400 Series
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  • Page 1: User Manual

    Image Converter User Manual Model “Oszi” 400 Series...

  • Page 3: Congratulations

    You now have the power to produce the look and feel of 35mm film using a MiniDV camcorder. The P+S Technik Mini35Digital image converter is designed for use on the Canon XL1 and Canon XL1S camcorders as well as the Sony DSR-PD150/ DCR-VX2000/ DCR-VX1000 cameras, Panasonic AG-DVX100 and coming soon, the JVC JY HD10.
  • Page 4 World Wide Technical Support P+S Technik GmbH Email info@pstechnik.de Phone +49 89 45 09 82 30 North America ZGC., Inc. Email sales@zgc.com Phone +1 973-335-4460 printed January 04...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Congratulations... Contents ... Delivery Content ... Connecting Kits... Preparation ... General Description ... With CANON XL1 / XL1S... With SONY DSR-PD150 / DCR-VX1000 / DCR-VX2000 ... With PANASONIC AG-DVX100... Maintenance ... Optional Accessories & Mounts ... Frequently Asked Questions... Dealers ...

  • Page 6: Delivery Content

    Delivery Content - Basic Module • 1 – Mini35Digital Image converter, fitted with an interchangeable lens mount of your choice (PL, Panavision, Nikon, et al.) • 2 – Hand Grips (top and side) • 1 – Support Interface with Integrated Shoulder Set and 15mm LWS systems The support interface provides 1/4"...

  • Page 7: Connecting Kits

    - Connecting Kits • 1 - Relay Lens with protective cap • 1 - Mounting Plate • 1 - Battery Plate with power cable • 1 - Remote Control Cable • 1 – Hex screwdriver set and screws • 1 - Color Viewfinder Holder (Canon Connecting Kit) A Connecting Kit ordered with the basic module is already mounted when delivered.

  • Page 8: Preparation

    Preparation Avoid Murphy’s Law!! Assemble the Mini35Digital image converter on your camcorder BEFORE the first day of your production. After attaching the unit to your camera according to the steps outlined below, be sure to check each of your lenses, f-stop combinations and shutter adjustments for compatibility.

  • Page 9: General Description

    General Description Pos. Description Comment Hook For Tape Measure LWS System Light Weight Prepared for Support System 15mm rods Wheel Clamping screw for LWS Intermediate Takes the Interchangeable Flange Interchangeable Mount connects to Mount Lens...
  • Page 10 Pos. Description Comment Bayonet Takes Relay Relay Lens Mount Lens connects to Camera BATT. Battery Cable Input Connector Pin 1 – Bat - Pin 2 – Bat. + Rose Wheel GREEN button Manual RUN / STOP Control LED GREEN Runs with chosen speed LOW BAT (low power)
  • Page 11 Pos. Description Comment REMOTE 3 Pin Fisher Pin 1 – GND input female socket Pin 2 – N.C. Pin 3 – VTR INPUT 7 Pin Fischer Pin 1 – not (for LANC female socket connected cable) Pin 2 – VTR trigger Pin 3 –...

  • Page 12: Power Connection

    Power Connection Connect the cable from the battery plate with the battery input (F) and load battery in the plate. The Connecting Kit uses the same battery type as the camera. LANC & Remote Control with the Mini35Digital The Mini35 can also be controlled via a remote control unit.

  • Page 13: With Canon Xl1 / Xl1S

    Follow the steps below to properly attach the Mini35Digital image converter to your Canon XL1 / XL1S with lightweight support CANON XL1 / XL1s a – Viewfinder Holder b - Top Cover c - Lock Ring d - Relay Lens e - Spring loaded pad f –...

  • Page 14: Explanatory Notes

    Steps Instructions Make sure the camera is turned off. Remove the relay lens from the Mini35: a. Locate the lock ring (c). b. Rotate the lock ring (c) counter clockwise. Attach the relay lens onto the camera: The relay lens attaches like any other XL mounted lens.
  • Page 15 Prepare the Mini35: a. Release the two screws (k) on the bottom of the camera support, and slide the support toward the rear battery holder. b. Release the lever (f), push the pad (e) down and lock it in that position by tightening lever (f).
  • Page 16 Mount the relay lens (now attached to the camera) onto the Mini35Digital image converter: Engage the relay into the back port of the Mini35 and secure it in place with the lock ring (c). a. Open the lock ring (c). b.
  • Page 17 Attach the camera support: Slide the camera support bracket under the camera and attach the knob (g) to the bottom of the camera: Lock the lever (f) at the back of the camera support and lock the screws at the bottom of the camera support.
  • Page 18 *) The Canon XL1 and XL1S will electronically recognize only lenses made by Canon to work with these cameras. Accordingly, you will see a lens warning light in the viewfinder when using the Mini35Digital Image converter. This is normal and will have no effect on the footage you shoot.
  • Page 19 Test if the back focus is properly adjusted Place the camera with the Mini35Digital image converter mounted with a 35mm lens, in front of a high quality test definition chart, such as the Putora 7A9 chart. The iris on the relay should be fully opened.
  • Page 20 Follow the steps below to adjust the relay back focus. Steps Instructions Release the hex screw k (1.5mm) by about a half a turn. Now the ring is free for adjustment: Leave the Iris on the relay lens fully open and adjust the back focus ring until you have achieved the sharpest image.

  • Page 21: With Sony Dsr-Pd150 / Dcr-Vx1000 / Dcr-Vx2000

    SONY DSR-PD150 / DCR-VX1000 / DCR-VX2000 Follow the steps below to properly attach the Mini35Digital Image converter to your Sony DSR-PD150 / DCR-VX1000 /DCR-VX2000 with lightweight support a - Top Cover b - Lock Ring c - Relay Lens d - Spring loaded Pad...
  • Page 22 Steps Instructions Make sure the camera is turned off. Remove the relay lens from the Mini35: a. Locate the lock ring (b). b. Rotate the lock ring (b) counter clockwise. Attach the relay lens onto the camera: Explanatory Notes The relay is attached to the rear of the Mini35 via a bayonet type mount.
  • Page 23 Prepare the Mini35: a. Release the two screws (h) on the bottom of the camera support, and slide the support toward the rear battery holder. b. Release the knob (e), push the pad (d) down and lock it in that position by tightening knob (e).
  • Page 24 Mount the relay lens (now attached to the camera) onto the Mini35Digital image converter: Before the 1 attachment, the bayonet mount of the relay lens has to be adjusted: Engage the relay into the back port of the Mini35 and secure it in place with the lock ring (b).
  • Page 25 Attach the camera support: Slide the camera support bracket under the camera and attach the knob (f) to the bottom of the camera: Lock the lever (e) at the back of the camera support and lock the screws at the bottom of the camera support a.
  • Page 26 Follow the steps below to test the image once the Mini35 is attached to the camera: Steps Instructions Install a 35mm film lens in the mount. Turn on the camera in the fully manual position: Focus the 35mm film lens on an object. Explanatory Notes a.
  • Page 27 Test if the back focus is properly adjusted Place the camera with the Mini35Digital image converter mounted with a 35mm lens, in front of a high quality test definition chart, such as the Putora 7A9 chart. The iris on the relay should be fully open.
  • Page 28 Follow the steps below to adjust the relay back focus. Steps Instructions Leave the Iris on the camera lens fully open and adjust the camera back focus until you have achieved the sharpest image. Check that the film lens is at the best focus before you check the back focus a second time.

  • Page 29: With Panasonic Ag-Dvx100

    Follow the steps below to properly attach the Mini35Digital image converter to your Panasonic AG-DVX100 camera with lightweight support PANASONIC DVX100 a - Top Cover b - Lock Ring c - Relay Lens d - Spring loaded Pad e - Support release...
  • Page 30 Steps Instructions Make sure the camera is turned off. Remove the relay lens from the Mini35: a. Locate the lock ring (b). b. Rotate the lock ring (b) counter clockwise. Attach the relay lens onto the camera: Explanatory Notes The relay is attached to the rear of the Mini35 via a bayonet type mount.
  • Page 31 Prepare the Mini35: a. Release the two screws (h) on the bottom of the camera support, and slide the support toward the rear battery holder. b. Release the knob (e), push the pad (d) down and lock it in that position by tightening knob (e).
  • Page 32 Mount the relay lens (now attached to the camera) onto the Mini35Digital image converter: Before the 1 attachment, the bayonet mount of the relay lens has to be adjusted: Engage the relay into the back port of the Mini35 and secure it in place with the lock ring (b).
  • Page 33 Attach the camera support: Slide the camera support bracket under the camera and attach the knob (f) to the bottom of the camera: Lock the lever-knob (e) at the back of the camera support and lock the screws at the bottom of the camera support a.
  • Page 34 Follow the steps below to test the image once the Mini35 is attached to the camera: Steps Instructions Install a 35mm film lens in the mount. Turn on the camera in the fully manual position. Focus the 35mm film lens on an object. Explanatory Notes •...
  • Page 35 Test if the back focus is properly adjusted Place the camera with the Mini35Digital image converter mounted with a 35mm lens, in front of a high quality test definition chart, such as the Putora 7A9 chart. The iris on the relay should be fully opened.
  • Page 36 Follow the steps below to adjust the relay back focus. Steps Instructions Leave the Iris on the camera lens fully open and adjust the camera back focus until you have achieved the sharpest image. Check that the film lens is at the best focus before you check the back focus a second time.

  • Page 37: Maintenance

    Custom lens mounts and support interfaces • Top handle for use with EasyRig or Marzpak Available Lens Mounts • PL-Mount • Pana-Mount • Nikon • Canon EF • Zeiss Contax • Leica R + M Contact you local P+S Technik dealer for prices and availability.

  • Page 38: Frequently Asked Questions

    Frequently Asked Questions Q: Will the Angle of View of the lens I’m using be affected? A: No, the Angle of View of the lens on the Mini35 will be similar to the Angle of View as seen in the Academy 35mm frame. Reason: The image the Mini35Digital creates is not projected directly onto the camera’s CCDs, but is first resolved onto the focus screen.
  • Page 39 5.6. Regulate the light as much as possible with the relay lens only (XL1(s) version). Use neutral density filters when there is too much light. Q: Are there differences between the Canon XL1 and XL1S when using the Mini35Digital image converter?
  • Page 40 A: With the XL1S, you can use the slow shutter without Canon lenses. Also, the XL1S chip is more sensitive to light – an advantage when using the Mini35Digital image converter. Q: Do I need any additional editing equipment? A: No. The Mini35 does not affect the format of the camera.
  • Page 41 Q: Is there any prejudice towards the MiniDV format? A: Yes. Even though MiniDV is a SMPTE standard “broadcast quality” format, many television stations and other venues will not accept MiniDV tapes and/or assume that the production value of MiniDV is low. We recommend burning your footage to DVD or transferring it to a higher format ( BetaSP, DigiBeta, DVCPRO50 ) for presentation to...
  • Page 42 You can only use 35mm cine and still photography lenses. Q: Can I use Nikon AF lenses? A: Yes. The physical mount of the AF lenses is the same as the standard (MF) lenses and focus, iris, and zoom control can be set to...
  • Page 43 manual. There are reports that these lenses are not as smooth in their movement in manual mode as compared to the MF lenses but will otherwise function normally. The Mini35 does not provide any type of electronic lens control. Q: Will the Mini35 control the iris of my Canon EF lenses? A: No.

  • Page 44: Dealers

    Dealers France North American Distributor EMIT Modern Images Techniques ZGC, Inc. Tel: +33-1-48 13 90 10 Tel: +1 973-335-4460 Email: emit@wanadoo.fr Email: Germany Peru, Equador, Bolivia, Brasil P+S Technik GmbH Moviecenter Tel: +49-89-45 09 82 30 Tel. : 00511-221 40 58 Email: info@pstechnik.de Great Britain...

  • Page 45: Technical Data

    Technical Data Sony DSR-PD150 Panasonic AG- Canon XL1(S) / DCR-VX1000 / JVC HD10U DVX100 DCR-VX2000 Mini35Digital Coming Camera Mount Canon XL1 Mount Screw Mount Screw Mount Soon (converter to camera) Mini35Digital Lens Mount Mount by Choice (converter to lens) Back Focus Tuning for Shooting Sensor Back Focus - Camera Lens Relay Lens...

  • Page 46: Technical Support

    World Wide Technical Support P+S Technik GmbH Email info@pstechnik.de Phone +49 89 45 09 82 30 North America ZGC., Inc. Email sales@zgc.com Phone +1 973-335-4460 printed January 04...

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