ARRIFLEX 235 Instruction Manual As of: May 2005 LL ARTWORK PICTURES AND TEXTS ARE COVERED BY OUR COPYRIGHT CD-ROM, HEY MUST NOT BE COPIED DISKS OR INTERNET SITES OR USED IN THEIR ENTIRE FORM OR IN EXCERPTS WITHOUT OUR PREVIOUS WRITTEN AGREEMENT...
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adjustment knob for lock for telecoping manual image finder arm compensation locking key for manual image compensation finder arm ground glass adjustable mirror shutter PL-mount eyepiece lock eyepiece eyecup handgrip accessory mounting point RUN-button PHASE-button locking grip on camera door friction adjustment hook for focus tape for finder arm...
Warning signs ... 7 General safety instructions ... 7 Specific safety instructions ... 9 2.2 Disclaimer ...10 3. General Description of the ARRIFLEX 235 ..13 4. Installation of the Camera ...15 4.1 Packing and Transport ...15 4.2 Tripod Heads ...15 4.3 Riser Plate ...16...
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8. Optics ...47 8.1 Lenses ...47 8.2 Viewfinder System ...48 The Eyepiece ... 48 Adjusting the Viewfinder ... 49 Image Compensation ... 50 9. Camera Operation ...53 9.1 Main Camera Switch ...53 9.2 Running and Stopping the Camera ...53 Running the Camera ... 53 Stopping the Camera ...
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Cleaning the Throat Assembly ... 152 Setting Friction on the Shoulder Magazine ... 152 14. Appendix ...155 Loose Film Loops in the Magazine ... 155 Fuses ... 155 15. Technical Data ...161 16. Order Numbers ...163 17. ARRI Service ...165 18. Index ...167...
ARRI, as they may cause hazards and void the warranty. Do not repair any part of the system. Repairs must only be carried out by authorized ARRI repair shops. Do not remove any safety measure of the system.
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Do not operate the system in high humidity areas or expose it to water or moisture. Do not place the system on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The system may fall, causing serious personal injury and damage to the system or other objects. Operate the system using only the type of power source indicated in the manual.
As the end-stops of the iris ring on the ARRIMACROS change when the lens is focussed, the ARRIMACROS may not be used with the ARRI Wireless Remote System (WRS) or the Lens Control System (LCS). Danger of injury with rotating drive gears on...
For actual design-in, refer to the latest publications of ARRI data sheets or data books, etc., for the most up-to-date specifications. Not all products and/or types are available in every country. Please check with an ARRI sales representative for availability and additional information.
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In the case one or all of the forgoing clauses are not allowed by applicable law, the fullest extent permissible clauses by applicable law are validated. ARRI is a registered trademark of Arnold & Richter Cine Technik GmbH & Co Betriebs KG. Note: This product and the accessories recommended by the manufacturer fulfill the specifications of the EU-Guideline...
• The mechanically adjustable mirror shutter on the ARRIFLEX 235 can be set to 45°, 60°, 75°, 90°, 105°, 120°, 135°, 144°, 150°, 172,8° and 180°. • The viewfinder can be rotated in two axes and can be used on both sides of the camera with full image compensation.
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magazine opening cover movement in locked position loop protector...
When transporting the camera, pay attention that the movement is in the locked position photo. ➪ If the ARRIFLEX 235 is transported or stored without a magazine, the magazine opening ➪ photo cover should be attached.
4.3 Riser Plate To use the ARRIFLEX 235 together with a bridge plate on a tripod, it is necessary to bring the camera into the correct position to the support rods. To do this, a riser plate is mounted to the bottom of the camera onto which the bridgeplate can be mounted.
Note: The upper plate of the bridge plate can be con- verted for use with Super 35. This ensures that the accessories are also exactly adapted to the displaced optical center of the Super 35 format. See also Chapter 12, Super 35. Attaching the Bridge Plate to the Camera •...
sliding upper plate clamping lever Removing the Camera from the Tripod • Before removing the camera make sure that all cables are disconnected and that the eyepiece leveling rod is detached. stop pin • For fast removal of the camera from the tripod, loosen the clamping lever photo, push in the stop pin ➪...
4.5 Lens Support The lens support consists of the lens support LS-7 (can be snapped onto 19 mm support rods) ➪ photo support LS-8 (can be pushed onto 15 mm support rods) and ➪ photo the respective lens support ring •...
4.6 Grip System additional The multipurpose grip system on the ARRIFLEX 235 3/8“ mounting point guarantees high stability through its fixed connection to the camera body and provides numerous possibilities for attaching accessories. 3/8“ inner threads allow attachment in various positions.
Low Mode Handle The low mode handle is a triple post handle. It can be mounted to the camera using 3 hexagonal screws To the low mode handle various accessories can be attached using the 3/8” holes. The low mode handle can be extended with the handle extension block photo.
hexagonal screws Low Mode Support LMS-1 low mode support handle The Low Mode Support LMS-1 post camera handle with integrated Steadicam low mode low mode riser plate that attaches to the 235 camera body. It consists of low mode bracket the Low Mode Bracket (K4.65142.0) Support Handle (K4.65140.0) Riser (K4.65141.0)
With the Low-Mode Riser, plate-to-lens distance is increased, but the plate level is now above the level of the viewfinder; a longer plate attached to the Riser will not collide with the viewfinder. This is especially useful in situations where rapid switching between operation in low-mode and operation with viewfinder is necessary.
velcro tape ® shoulder pad RS-socket 4.7 Operation from the Shoulder The shoulder cushion can be used with or without the riser plate. • Attach the shoulder pad to the camera body by aligning the velcro tapes ® • Position the handgrip on the rosette and fasten with the fastening screw photo.
• Connect the camera to the mains unit or to the battery. • Switch on the main switch of the camera. Do not open the batteries! Charge batteries only with the proper ARRI chargers! Do not bypass the fuse or temperature switch! Do not heat NC-batteries! Do not short-circuit NC-batteries! photo.
5.1 Battery NC 24/7 R The battery NC 24/7 R has a capacity of 7 ampere-hours. • Ensure that the main switch on the camera is off. • Plug the battery cable KC 20S or the spiral battery cable KC 29S into the power supply socket on the camera and into the battery-socket.
• Plug the battery cable KC 20S or the spiral battery cable KC 29S into the power supply socket on the 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.
RS-sockets 5.5 Accessory Power Supply 24 V Accessories The RS-sockets supply the same voltage as the camera power supply. Ensure that the accessories to be used are suited to the available voltage! 24 V accessories are normally attached to the RS-sockets photo.
ARRIFLEX 35 III and 35 II magazines – with the exception of the shoulder magazine and all 300m/1000ft magazines – can be used. Magazine Forward/Reverse operation ARRIFLEX 235 Shoulder Magazine 60/200 SHM-1 ... only forwards Shoulder Magazine 120/400 SHM-2 ... only forwards Steadicam Magazine 120/400 STM-1 ...forw./rev. ARRIFLEX 435 ARRIMAG 120 ...forw./rev.
film changing bag. Cutting the film through the middle of the perforation holes simplifies the loading process considerably. The ARRI Film Cutting Gauge ➪ photo the darkroom. film cutting gauge The following steps should be carried out in a darkroom or film changing bag!
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• Swing the roller arm ➪ photo away from the winding shaft until it locks in place. • Place the film roll next to the magazine, preferably on a film can. • Insert the film through the upper slit on the magazine throat assembly from the inside ➪...
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• By again turning the drive gear counter-clockwise, trans- port the film inside the magazine. • Flip up the hinged locking clip on the take-up shaft photo. ➪ • Place an empty film core on the take-up shaft. Ensure that the take-up shaft catch engages the slot on the plastic core.
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Note: To tension the film in the magazine, press in both tensioning plates ➪ photo wards. latches and turn out- tensioning plates...
6.2 Removing Exposed Film roller arm The following steps should be carried out in a darkroom or a changing bag! • Check if the entire film has been wound into the interior of the magazine. If not, transport the film into the magazine by turning the drive gear counter-clockwise.
➪ photo avoid damage to the film stock and the magazine throat assembly. If the ARRIFLEX 235 is transported without a magazine it is recommended to attach the magazine opening cover photo. ➪ attached to...
7. Camera Body 7.1 Mechanically Adjustable Mirror Shutter The mirror shutter on the ARRIFLEX 235 can be mechanically adjusted while the camera is switched off. The shutter angle can be adjusted from 45° to 180°. The shutter locks in the following positions: 45°, 60°, 75°, 90°, 105°, 120°,...
• Insert the shutter tool unlock the shutter blade and to hold the shutter in ist shutter tool position. • Turn the movement inching knob to set the shutter to the desired shutter opening. Make sure the shutter registers properly at the set opening. •...
Filming with HMI Light When lighting scenes with HMI/CID-discharge lamps, the pulsing light intensity is dependent on the supply frequency. To achieve constant exposure, the camera’s frame rate, the supply frequency of the lighting and the angle of the mirror shutter must all relate to each other. As the camera frame rate and the supply frequency of the lighting are normally given, compensation must be carried out through the angle of the mirror shutter.
ground glass 7.2 Exchanging the Ground Glass • By briefly depressing the “PHASE”-button in standby, the shutter is positioned to protect the mirror surface from damage as far as possible • Before exchanging the ground glass, switch the tongue camera’s main switch off and disconnect the camera from the power supply! •...
7.3 Movement The ARRIFLEX 235 features a 5-link movement, equipped with ball-bearings for low maintenance. Never operate the movement locking mechanism while the camera is running! Removing the Spacer Plate • Open the movement by turning the inching knob ➪ photo...
7.4 Attaching the Magazine, Threading the Film • Pull the magazine release lever remove the cover. • Open the camera door. • Remove the loop protector from the magazine. When attaching the magazine, pay attention that the film does not get caught between the magazine and the dovetail on the camera opening! magazine opening cover...
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Note: The magazine drive gear engages automatically. In case it does not engage properly, turn the magazine drive gear slightly and try again. • Check that the magazine is firmly seated. • Open the movement by turning the inching knob until the mark aligns with the mark on the movement and then turn the movement locking lever towards the “OPEN“...
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Note: Before the movement block is swung forwards, make sure that the film is correctly positioned in relation to the film gate over the entire area, otherwise the film may be damaged! • Turn the movement locking lever counter-clockwise as far as it will go.
7.5 Removing the Magazine If the film has not run through the camera completely: • Open the camera door. • Open the movement by turning the inching knob ➪ photo until the mark aligns with the mark on the movement and then turn the movement locking lever ➪...
8. Optics 8.1 Lenses All ARRIFLEX lenses with a PL-mount can be used. Lenses with a Ø 41 mm standard or bayonet mount cannot be used. Heavy and long lenses, such as zoom-lenses, must be supported at all times. Attaching Lenses •...
8.2 Viewfinder System The viewfinder system on the ARRIFLEX 235 can be swivelled in two axes. The viewfinder image is always upright and correct left-to-right when the viewfinder is swivelled within the main axes An 80/20 beamsplitter for the video assist is integrated into the camera body.
Adjusting the Diopter The diopter compensation is fitted with a scale of 1 to 12. Position “6” is normal focus. • To adjust, turn the ring right/left until the ground glass markings are totally in focus. Adjusting the Viewfinder Turning the Eyepiece The eyepiece can be rotated 360°...
Note: The unlocking key can be locked in ist open position by turning it. Extending the Viewfinder Arm The viewfinder arm can be telescoped continuously by approx. 40 mm. • Turn the knurled ring viewfinder arm position. • Pull the viewfinder arm knurled ring •...
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Reactivating Image Compensation • Turn the adjustment knob ➪ photo position. Do not depress the locking key. Note: The automatic image compensation locks in two positions, 180° apart. This allows the image compensation to be set to provide an upright image when using a finder extension.
9. Camera Operation 9.1 Main Camera Switch • First switch on the mains unit (if used). • Connect the camera to the mains unit or to the battery. • Push the “ON/OFF” button ➪ photo camera on. Push the “ON/OFF” button for approx. 3 seconds to turn the camera off again.
ON/OFF button RUN button operational control indicator • Briefly depress the “RUN”-button. While the camera is running up, the operation control indicator glows red. Once the set frame rate has been reached, the operation control indicator turns green. Stopping the Camera •...
Inching Inching can be started by depressing the “PHASE”-button while the camera is in standby. If the “PHASE”-button is only briefly depressed, the mirror shutter rotates half a revolution to enable an unrestricted view of the film gate (e.g. for checking the gate). If the “PHASE”-button is held depressed longer, the camera will inch forward at approx.
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. 1st Display Line Mode 1 total exposed film counter (m/ft) or take counter (m/ft) Mode 2 programmed frame rate (PS) ESU –...
Overview of Display Symbols Symbol Meaning glows The display is in Mode 1. glows Battery voltage too low glows Asynchronous operation (camera is not running at set frame rate) glows display shows current frame rate blinks ESU is connected and no sync-frequency is available 8 7 6..
Mode 1 take length or total exposed film operational control indicator Film Counter Displaying the Film Counting Values (Modes 1 and 3) Film counting values are shown in Modes 1 and 3. Mode 3 Two different counting values are shown respectively: total exposed film or takelength •...
Setting the Film Counter Configuration (Mode 3) The display configuration can be set individually. The two shown combinations are possible: The desired display configuration can be set in Mode 3: • Change from Mode 1 to Mode 3 by depressing the “MODE”-button twice.
Frame Rates The ARRIFLEX 235 offers the possibility to set and store two frame rates. It is possible to select and store: • a standard frame rate (23.976, 24, 25, 29.97 and 30 fps), • and a freely programmed frame rate PS/CCU button in increments of 0.001 fps.
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Setting a Programmed Frame Rate (Mode 2) Standby Operation • Change from Mode 1 to Mode 2 by depressing the “MODE”-button once. • Depress the “SEL”-button repeatedly until the digit to be set blinks. • Depress the “SET”-button repeatedly until the desired value is reached.
operational control indicator Fine-Tuning the Programmed Frame Rate (PS-Mode) Fine-tuning of the programmed frame rate can be carried out while the camera is running by means of the buttons “SEL” (slower) and “SET” (faster). The setting can be adjusted in increments of 0.001 fps. PS/CCU button •...
Displaying the Power Supply Voltage (Mode 3) • Change from Mode 1 to Mode 3 by depressing the “MODE”-button twice. The power supply voltage is shown in the lower line of the display. Setting the brightness of the button illumination •...
Display Warning tone on start LS _ _ LS – _ LS _ – LS – – Switching On and Off the Warning Signal for Warning tone on stop Asynchronous Running (Mode 4) Standby Operation • Change from Mode 1 to Mode 4 by depressing the “MODE”-button three times.
Mode 5 Changing the Run up Speed: In menu 5 the run up speed can be changed in two steps. The faster run up speed uses less film, but sometimes when Steadicams or a very long power cable is used a longer run up time is easier on the batteries.
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flicker-free on/off switch check/hide menu on/off white balance gain control activate on screen program mode or store position outdoor/indoor of inserted window or store user text outdoor/manual É/Y È/C video with data mini-monitor clean video or Y-Signal connector or C-signal increase gain or cursor up or move inserted window up or increase blue...
10. Video-Assist-System 10.1 General Description of the IVS The Integrated Video-Assist System (IVS) for the ARRIFLEX 235 brings the highly praised video assist systems from the ARRIFLEX 435 and ARRICAM to the ARRIFLEX 235. It reassembles the IVS 435 control structure and of course...
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• Full white balance control In addition to the standard indoor white balance setting witch 3200 K, an outdoor setting with 5600 K and an automatic adjustment, red and blue channel can be fine tuned for manual white balance • Line Interpolation Even further resolution in camera run mode because of line interpolation, thus the image appears almost in field resolution.
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• Dedicated controls Important image changes such as gain or white balance can be done immediately in parallel to the on-screen programming with dedicated key. • Image compare function It is possible to store a particular image and compare it against other images.
screws for handle screws for transport cover 10.2 Setup 10.2.1 Installation A 1.5 mm allen key and a 3 mm allen key are used. Take the handle and the transport cover off the camera. handle • To take the handle off, open the two screws on the base of the handle ➪...
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• Pull off the plastic cover over the contacts. • Attach the video assist onto the ARRIFLEX 235 by moving it in the marked direction. The wedge on the IVS should mate with the matching dovetail on the photo.
handle • Push the IVS as shown until the gap between the camera and the IVS closes. • Close the screws on the IVS 3 mm allen key. • Remount the handle the base of the handle with a 3 mm allen key. 10.2.2 Cabling screws for IVS Outputs...
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Composite Video Outputs Composite video is only available if the output is switched to VBS out. • To switch to composite video (VBS mode), enter the main menu by pressing the Enter/Insert key Ñ for more than 3 seconds. Go to sub menu VIDEO/TEXT ADJUST.
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MENU VIDEO/TEXT ADJUST - FLICKERFREE - LINE INTERP. -> - BNC OUT - Y/C DATA - MINI MON DATA - TXT WHITE LEV. - TXT INVERS - TXT FINE POS. - EXIT Y/C Output In comparison to the composite outputs, the Y/C outputs offer the even better S-VHS quality.
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There are normal video and video with data signals available from the same pair of connectors. • To switch between normal video and video with data, use the on-screen program mode. Enter the main menu by pressing the Enter/Insert key Ñ for more than 3 seconds.
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MENU VIDEO/TEXT ADJUST - FLICKERFREE - LINE INTERP. -> - BNC OUT - Y/C DATA - MINI MON DATA - TXT WHITE LEV. - TXT INVERS - TXT FINE POS. - EXIT Black and White Output The Y part of the Y/C output is a standard black and white signal.
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• To switch between normal video and video with data, use the on-screen program mode. Enter the main menu by pressing the Enter/Insert key Ñ for more than 3 seconds. Go to sub menu VIDEO/TEXT ADJUST. The menu point Y/C DATA, which can only be reached if BNC OUT is on Y/C, switches between normal video and video with data on the Y/C signal.
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MENU VIDEO/TEXT ADJUST - FLICKERFREE - LINE INTERP. - BNC OUT - Y/C DATA -> - MINI MON DATA - TXT WHITE LEV. - TXT INVERS - TXT FINE POS. - EXIT mini monitor connector Mini Monitor Output The IVS has a connector for a standard mini-monitor. As there is only one mini monitor connector, it is possible to switch between normal video and video with data on this output.
10.3 Standard Video Controls The IVS can be used like a standard video assist if no inserter features are used. Note: All currently used settings are stored even if the IVS or the camera is switched off. After restarting the IVS the settings are unchanged, except for the image stored mode, which will always come up in live mode.
image rotation Hide Menu focus If the on-screen program mode is on because the settings are changed, the Menu (M) position clears the screen. For example, if color is to be changed with the on-screen program tool, the on-screen program window overlays the image.
Check all settings on the connected monitor. If the mechanical iris is closed more than necessary, the IVS will compensate by increasing the gain and improve the image brightness electronically. This creates additional electronic noise. To avoid this, open the mechanical iris. •...
10.3.4 White Balance (WB) The IVS offers a choice for White Balance between • an automatic control (AWB) • fixed setting of indoor (IND) • fixed setting for outdoor (OTD) • and a full manual control of white balance (MAN). White balance can be adjusted in two different ways.
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Using the on-screen menu Please see chapter 10.4 Inserter Facilities for basics on the On-Screen display. In parallel to the control via keyboard, the white balance can also be programmed via the on-screen menu. • Enter the main menu by pressing the Enter/Insert key Ñ...
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MENU WB/GAIN - WHITE BALANCE -> BLUE - MANUAL GAIN VALUE - EXIT Manual White Balance red increase/decrease Manual white balance red increase/decrease is only available if white balance control is on manual. If manual white balance is on MAN, it is possible to adjust the red and blue saturation of the video image manually.
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Manual White Balance blue increase/decrease Manual white balance blue increase/decrease is only available if white balance control is on manual. If manual white balance is on MAN, it is possible to adjust the red and blue saturation of the video image manually. •...
10.3.5 Gain Control The IVS can change the brightness of the video image electronically. This gain control can be automatic or manual. If the automatic control is selected, the IVS outputs the best possible image brightness at all the time. Light changes in front of the film camera are compensated by the IVS;...
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Using the on-screen menu Please see chapter 10.4 Inserter Facilities for basics on the On-Screen display. In parallel to the control via keyboard, the manual gain control can also be programmed via the on-screen menu. Manual gain control can be switched on or off. If it is on, specific values can be set between 0 (low gain) and 63 (high gain).
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MENU WB/GAIN - WHITE BALANCE BLUE MANUAL GAIN -> VALUE - EXIT Manual Gain increase/decrease Manual gain increase/decrease is only available if manual gain control is on. • Move the cursor > with the keys Ê and Ë to the line –...
10.3.6 Flicker free on/off Flicker free can be switched off to bypass the digital frame store and have the video assist output with no delay. The film camera runs normally at a different speed than the video assist. E.g. the film camera runs at 24 fps and the video assist at 25 fps for PAL or 30 fps for NTSC.
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MENU VIDEO/TEXT ADJUST -> - FLICKERFREE - LINE INTERP. - BNC OUT Y/C DATA - MINI MON DATA - TXT WHITE LEV. - TXT INVERS - TXT FINE POS. - EXIT Using the on-screen menu Please see chapter 10.4 Inserter Facilities for basics on the On-Screen display.
10.3.7 Changing Format marking number The IVS can insert different format markings. It is possible to have • no format marking (OFF), • format marking number one (1), • format marking number two (2) • or both format markings at the same time (1 & 2) on display. Using the Keyboard The adjustment of the different format markings can only be done via the on-screen display as...
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MENU FORMAT MARKING -> - FORMAT POSITION 1 Ö POSITION 1 Ü POSITION 2 Ö POSITION 2 Ü WHITE LEVEL OUTSIDE - EXIT Using the on-screen menu Please see chapter 10.4 Inserter Facilities for basics on the On-Screen display. In parallel to the control via keyboard, the format marking number can also be programmed via the on-screen menu.
10.3.8 Storing a video image The IVS can store one particular image, display that or overlay it against the live image in front of the camera to compare both images. Although the functions to display a stored image and to compare a stored image against a live image are only available in the on-screen program mode, it is possible to store an image any time using the Enter/Insert key Ñ.
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MENU COMPARE/STORE - VIEW MODE -> - STORE IMAGE - CLEAR IMAGE - EXIT Using the on-screen menu Please see chapter 10.4 Inserter Facilities for basics on LIVE the On-Screen display. • Enter the main menu by pressing the Enter/Insert key Ñ...
10.4 Inserter Facilities In addition to the usual video assist functions, the IVS offers a variety of inserter facilities. There are two different groups of information: • Format markings Format markings, which are inserted electronically, are often more visible than format markings on the ground glass.
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• Within sub menus the cursor > can be moved up and down again by pressing the key Ê or Ë. The keys Í or Ì will now change settings (e. g. switch the insertion of a user text window on and off), or activates functions (position mode of a window or EXIT).
10.4.2 Main Menu The inserter’s main menu is displayed on the monitor screen when the on-screen programming is activated by ➪ photo pressing the Enter/Insert key Ñ three seconds. An illuminated LED indicates that the on- screen programming is activated. Note: Pressing the Enter/Insert key Ñ...
MENU LOAD/STORE -> - LOAD SET - STORE SET (CONFIRM BY ENTER) - SET ALL SETTINGS TO DEFAULT - EXIT 10.4.3 Load/Store Menu The IVS can store up to 6 sets of settings and recall them. Thus it is possible to make all settings for e.g. indoor shooting and store them as setting 1.
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Load Settings It is possible to load one out of six settings. Those new settings will influence all adjustments that can be made electronically. The new settings will immediately replace the previous settings. If the old settings might be needed, store them first as described in the next chapter Store Settings.
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MENU LOAD/STORE - LOAD SET - STORE SET (CONFIRM BY ENTER) -> - SET ALL SETTINGS TO DEFAULT - EXIT ARE YOU SURE? (NO UNDO) -> - NO - YES - EXIT All Standard After the function set all settings to default was called, all settings are cleared.
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The default values are: WB = INDOOR Manual Gain with GAIN = 0 Flicker free = ON Line Interpolation = ON Y/C data = ON BNC OUT = VBS Mini-Monitor Data = ON Format 1 = ON Format 2 = OFF WHITE LEVEL frame lines = 2 OUTSIDE AREA = DARK VIEW MODE = Live (Frame store is cleared)
MENU WB/GAIN -> - WHITE BALANCE BLUE - MANUAL GAIN VALUE - EXIT MENU WB/GAIN -> - WHITE BALANCE BLUE - MANUAL GAIN VALUE - EXIT 10.4.4 White Balance (WB) and Manual Gain Control (MGC) Menu White balance and manual gain control allows to change the color appearance and brightness of the video image.
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• If white balance is on manual, the display will change. Lines left of RED and BLUE will appear indicating that the red and green saturation of the video image can now be changed. Manual White Balance red increase/decrease Manual white balance red increase/decrease is only available if white balance control is on manual.
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MENU WB/GAIN - WHITE BALANCE -> BLUE - MANUAL GAIN VALUE - EXIT Manual White Balance blue increase/decrease Manual white balance blue increase/decrease is only available if white balance control is on manual. If manual white balance is on MAN, it is possible to adjust the red and blue saturation of the video image manually.
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Manual Gain Control On/OFF In parallel to the control via keyboard, the manual gain control can also be programmed via the on-screen menu. Manual gain control can be switched on or off. If it is on, specific values can be set between 0 (low gain) and 63 (high gain).
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MENU WB/GAIN - WHITE BALANCE BLUE - MANUAL GAIN -> VALUE - EXIT Manual Gain increase/decrease Manual gain increase/decrease is only available if manual gain control is on. If manual gain is on, it is possible to adjust the gain manually. •...
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Exit Use exit to return to the main menu. • Move the cursor > with the keys Ê and Ë to the line – EXIT and press the key Í or Ì. Note: Pressing the Enter/Insert key Ñ for more than three seconds will cause the system to exit the on-screen programming mode completely, regardless of which menu is activated, with the...
MENU VIDEO/TEXT ADJUST -> - FLICKERFREE - LINE INTERP. - BNC OUT Y/C DATA - MINI MON DATA - TXT WHITE LEV. - TXT INVERS - TXT FINE POS - EXIT 10.4.5 Video and Text Adjustment Menu This sub menu allows to change basic video settings as well as the appearance of the inserted man readable text.
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In parallel to the control via keyboard, the flicker free off can also be programmed via the on-screen menu. • Move the cursor > with the keys Ê and Ë to the line – FLICKERFREE. Pressing the key Í or Ì will switch flicker free mode off and on.
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MENU VIDEO/TEXT ADJUST - FLICKERFREE - LINE INTERP. -> - BNC OUT Y/C DATA - MINI MON DATA - TXT WHITE LEV. - TXT INVERS - TXT FINE POS - EXIT MENU VIDEO/TEXT ADJUST - FLICKERFREE - LINE INTERP. - BNC OUT ->...
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Mini-Monitor Output as normal video or video with data The mini monitor output can be programmed to have normal video or video with data. If the on-screen menu control is on (red LED next to the Enter/Insert key Ñ is on), there will always be data in this output.
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MENU VIDEO/TEXT ADJUST - FLICKERFREE - LINE INTERP. - BNC OUT - Y/C DATA - MINI MON DATA - TXT WHITE LEV. -> - TXT INVERS - TXT FINE POS - EXIT MENU VIDEO/TEXT ADJUST - FLICKERFREE - LINE INTERP. - BNC OUT - Y/C DATA - MINI MON DATA...
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Exit Use exit to return to the main menu. • Move the cursor > with the keys Ê and Ë to the line –EXIT and press the key Í or Ì. Note: Pressing the Enter/Insert key Ñ for more than three seconds will cause the system to exit the on-screen programming mode completely, regardless of which menu is activated, with the...
MENU FORMAT MARKING -> - FORMAT POSITION 1 Ö POSITION 1 Ü POSITION 2 Ö POSITION 2 Ü WHITE LEVEL OUTSIDE - EXIT 10.4.6 Format Marking Menu The IVS can insert two different format markings electronically in the video image, either individually or simultaneously. The position of these format markings can be set anywhere on the screen, to line up exactly with the ground glass markings.
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Activate Format Markings If the electronic format markings are not parallel to the ground glass format markings, readjust the CCD chip with the alignment screw, as shown in chapter 10.3.3 Alignment of the image position (X-, Y- and Rotation) and focus Note: Only active frame lines can be positioned.
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MENU FORMAT MARKING - FORMAT -> - POSITION 1 Ö - POSITION 1 Ü - POSITION 2 Ö - POSITION 2 Ü - WHITE LEVEL OUTSIDE - EXIT Position - Positioning of the Format Marks The format markings can be adapted to every different format. 1&2 The format markings on the ground glass serve as a reference.
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White Level - Setting the Brightness of the Format Markings The brightness of the format markings can be set to black (0), dark gray (1), and light gray (2) or white (3). • Move the cursor > with the keys Ê and Ë to the line –...
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MENU FORMAT MARKING - FORMAT - POSITION 1 Ö - POSITION 1 Ü POSITION 2 Ö POSITION 2 Ü - WHITE LEVEL - OUTSIDE -> - EXIT Exit Use exit to return to the main menu. • Move the cursor > with the keys Ê and Ë to the line –...
10.4.7 Compare/Store Menu The IVS can store one particular image, display it or overlay it against the live image in front of the camera to compare both images. Changing them immediately activates all settings. Check all settings on the connected monitor. •...
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MENU COMPARE/STORE - VIEW MODE -> - STORE IMAGE - CLEAR IMAGE - EXIT MENU COMPARE/STORE - VIEW MODE - STORE IMAGE -> - CLEAR IMAGE - EXIT Store image The IVS can store one particular image, display that or overlay LIVE it against the live image in front of the camera to compare both images.
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Exit Use exit to return to the main menu. • Move the cursor > with the keys Ê and Ë to the line – EXIT and press the key Í or Ì. Note: Pressing the Enter/Insert key Ñ for more than three seconds will cause the system to exit the on-screen programming mode completely, regardless of which menu is activated, with the...
MOVEMENT OPEN 25.7V NRDY FWD 0.000/24.000 MENU SYSTEM/STATUS -> - SYSTEM LINE - STATUS LINE - POSITION - BACKGROUND - FILM COUNTER - EXIT 25.7V NRDY FWD 0.000/24.000 10.4.8 System and Status Menu 180.0 The IVS can insert the camera system and status into the video image.
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If the film counter is in the take mode, the data in meter, foot or seconds of the last take are displayed. In the mode footage, the added length of the film through the camera in meter or feet is displayed. During programming the inserted data are not fully updated (e.
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MENU SYSTEM/STATUS -> - SYSTEM LINE - STATUS LINE POSITION BACKGROUND FILM COUNTER - EXIT System Line This sub menu line switches the insertion of camera system data on (ON) and off (OFF) independently of other inserted data. • Move the cursor > with the keys Ê and Ë to the line –...
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Status Line This submenu line switches the insertion of camera status data on (ON) and off (OFF) independently of other inserted data. • Move the cursor > with the keys Ê and Ë to the line – STATUS LINE. The keys Í or Ì switch the insertion on and off.
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MENU SYSTEM/STATUS - SYSTEM LINE - STATUS LINE -> - POSITION - BACKGROUND - FILM COUNTER - EXIT MENU SYSTEM/STATUS - SYSTEM LINE - STATUS LINE - POSITION -> - BACKGROUND - FILM COUNTER - EXIT Position The window can be positioned anywhere on the monitor screen.
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Film Counter The film counter is slaved to the footage counter of the film camera. It always displays the values, which are in the camera. Therefore there is no set or reset of film counter data on the IVS. • Move the cursor > with the keys Ê and Ë to the line –...
MENU USER TEXT -> - USER TEXT LINE - EDIT TEXT - CLEAR TEXT - POSITION - SIZE - BACKGROUND - EXIT PROD. NAME UNIT A TAKE 35 10.4.9 User Text Menu The IVS can insert additional text into the video image, for example the production name or a scene number.
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• Enter the User Text submenu from the main menu. Changing them immediately activates all settings. Check all settings on the connected monitor. User Text Line This sub menu line switches the insertion of additional text on (ON) and off (OFF) independently of other inserted data. •...
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MENU EDIT TEXT (...) >X (...) > (...) > MOVE THE CURSOR X <> CHANGE CHARACTER EXIT PRESS E MENU USER TEXT - USER TEXT LINE - EDIT TEXT -> - CLEAR TEXT - POSITION - SIZE - BACKGROUND - EXIT The menu EDIT TEXT is displayed on the screen: •...
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Position The window can be positioned anywhere on the monitor screen. • Move the cursor > with the keys Ê and Ë to the line – POSITION. Activate the positioning mode with the keys Í or Ì. The following menu is displayed on the screen: ->...
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MENU USER TEXT - USER TEXT LINE - EDIT TEXT - CLEAR TEXT - POSITION - SIZE -> - BACKGROUND - EXIT Background The background of the window can be set electronically to black in normal display mode or to white in inverse mode (BOXED) to improve the readability.
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Exit Use exit to return to the main menu. • Move the cursor > with the keys Ê and Ë to the line – EXIT and press the key Í or Ì. Note: Pressing the Enter/Insert key Ñ for more than three seconds will cause the system to exit the on-screen programming mode completely, regardless of which menu is activated, with the...
11. Accessories Accessory Mounting Points On the camera body and on the electronic cover there are accessory mounting points. Various accessories can be mounted to them by using 3/8” screws. Check that the screws are not reaching more than 9mm into the camera body from the photo, otherwise the contact surface ➪...
allen screws Universal Viewfinder UV-1 When using anamorphic lenses, the UV-1 allows desqueezed viewing of the ground glass image. This viewfinder arm can also be switched over to check the anamorphically switching knob squeezed image. • To switch over the viewfinder image, turn the switching knob photo.
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. • By adjusting the flexible arm, bring the work light into the desired position. The work light can be turned on and off with the ring on the lamp head brightness of the work light can be adjusted with the mechanical aperture.
Remote Run Switch RS-4 • Attach the remote run switch with the spring clamp ➪ photo (e.g. to the pan handle). • Plug the RS-4 plug into the “RS”-socket.
External Synchronization Unit ESU-1 The external synchronization unit ESU-1 used with the ARRIFLEX 235 as well as with the 435 models, 535, 535B and 16SR 3/Advanced. It allows synchronization of the camera to other equipment such as TV monitors. By...
Remote Control Unit RCU-1 The RCU-1 ➪ photo 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. Complete programs can easily be created to control changing of frame rate over a certain period of time.
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• The RCU cable is connected to the remote socket ➪ photo on the camera. For further information see the RCU-1 instruction manual. Note: The RCU-1 will always operate in the HI ramping speed. Operation in LO is not possible. CCU and RU are not supported and could cause malfunction when connected.
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IRIS sliding switch WRC/CAM sliding switch READY-LED SEL button MODE button OPEN/PHASE button rotary switch handwheel WRC-1 with WMU-3 RELEASE button RUN-LED radio channel ON button RF-LED CAL-LED SET button CAL button RAMP button COMPENSATION READY-LED rotary switch BAT-LED RUN-LED RUN button WRC-1 with WMU-1...
ARRIFLEX camera models: ARRIFLEX 16SR 3/Advanced, 16SR 3 HS/Advanced, 535, 535B, 435 Advanced, 435ES and the ARRIFLEX 235. On the ARRIFLEX 235 it enables the user to remotely control: • the camera speed, • the aperture of the lens (iris), providing compensation for constant exposure.
12. Super 35 When delivered, the camera is set to Super 35. The Super 35 format offers a range of technical advantages compared to filming with anamorphic lenses: • a larger selection of available focal lengths, • smaller and lighter-weight lenses, •...
index arrows Converting the Bridge Plate to Super 35 The current position, standard or Super 35, is displayed screws by two index arrows on the sliding upper plate. The bridge plate can be converted to Super 35 as follows: • Remove the two screws •...
13. 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. • Clean the camera and accessories only on a clean and flat surface which is covered with foam material or a clean, lint-free cloth.
film gate handle Camera Cleaning the Film Gate locking lever Loose dust or dirt leads to a layer of emulsion forming on the film gate. This can cause scratches on the film and can also lead to a change in the film’s coefficient of friction. The film gate must be removed for cleaning.
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To clean the film gate • Remove the layer of emulsion from the film gate 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 area opposite the film guides of the movement if film stock...
• Push the spacer gate downwards until it locks audibly in place. • Close the movement again. ➪ with a plastic rod (e.g. an ARRI film gate cleaner). ➪ photo photo.
Cleaning the Field Lens • By briefly depressing the “PHASE”-button, the shutter is positioned to protect the mirror surface from damage as far as possible. • Before cleaning the field lens, switch the camera’s main switch off and disconnect the camera from the power supply! •...
holder plate screws Magazine Cleaning the Throat Assembly The throat assembly cleaning. • Loosen the three screws guide rollers assembly cover • Remove the holder plate protector. • Pull out the throat assembly cover. running surfaces • Clean the film running surfaces ➪...
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• Hang the hook of the measurement device on the film core which is to be measured. • Attach the open magazine to the camera. Do not place your hand in the running magazine! • To set the take-up shaft, run the camera at 24 fps. The tension measurement device should be showing ring “5”.
film loops may be formed in the magazine. Before the camera is started again, the film in the magazine must be tensioned manually. Fuses The ARRIFLEX 235 is equipped with self-resetting automatic fuses. It is therefore not necessary to replace blown fuses.
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Error text in display trAnS oPEn bound F-len Error Hot Error CntL Updt Async inching low battery Error text in IVS movement open maximum takelength exceeded motor excess temperature Controller Error software update in progress camera speed is not the choosen speed camera is inching camera supply voltage too low, change battery Problem...
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Problem Scratches on the emulsion side of the negative In the image area, over several frames In the image area, short and periodically recurring (above and below) Outside the image area Scratches on the glossy side of the negative In the image area Outside the image area Scratching in general Cause...
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Problem Unsteady Image Vertical Horizontal Pressure exposures arround perforation holes Image Problems Blurred image Cause Heavy emulsion build-up in the film gate area, damaged film perforation, very poor gliding ability of the raw film stock, film stock with positive perforation, dimensions of raw stock not within tolerance Heavy emulsion build-up in the film gate area, film edge is not straight...
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Problem Problems at extremely low temperatures Damage to the film The camera does not reach the selected frame rate Problems in extremely high temperatures Increased emulsion build-up Cause Greatly reduced tensile strength and increased brittleness of raw stock. In temperatures under - 15°C (5° F) especially, a change in the film´s friction properties ocurs.
15. Technical Data Film Format 35mm (DIN 15501) Magazines 235 Shoulder Magazine 60/200 (SHM-1) ... forward only, up to 60 fps 235 Shoulder Magazine 120/400 (SHM-2) ... forward only, up to 60 fps 235 Steadicam Magazine 120/400 (STM-1) ... forward up to 60 fps reverse 25 fps All ARRIFLEX 35 III and 35 II 60m/200ft and 120m/400ft magazines with exception of the shoulder magazine;...
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Ground Glasses Interchangeable for various filming formats, same ground glasses as Arriflex 435 Operating Temperature Range -20°C to +50°C (-4°F to +122°F) Power Supply 24 V DC Acceptable voltage range: ... 20.6…35 V DC Function Monitoring Power supply voltage (BAT) Synchronous running (ASY) Weight ...approx.
16. Order Numbers ARRIFLEX 235 Body 4 perforation ... K1.55000.0 ARRIFLEX 235 Body 3 perforation ... K1.55000.3 ARRIFLEX 235 Spherical Viewfinder set ... K2.55009.0 ARRIFLEX 235 Universal Viewfinder set ... K2.55010.0 Installation of the Camera ARRIHEAD 2 ... K2.43670.0 ARRIHEAD 2 with Encoders ... K2.52090.0 Hydrohead Studio 80 II M ...
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Magazines 235 Shoulder Magazine 60/200 (SHM-1) ... K2.55001.0 235 Shoulder Magazine 120/400 (SHM-2) ... K2.55016.0 235 Steadicam Magazine 120/400 (STM-1) ... K2.55008.0 Tool set for adjusting magazine friction ... K2.26100.0 Adaptor for use of K2.26100.0 in the 60m Magazine ... K5.65443.0 Optical Accessories Lightweight Follow Focus Set for 19mm (LFF-1/19) ...
18. Index accessories ... 135 24 V ... 28 external synchronization unit ESU-1 ... 139 heated eyecup HE-4 ... 137 remote control unit RCU-1 ... 140 remote run switch RS-4 ... 138 universal viewfinder UV-1 ... 136 work light WL-3 ... 137 accessory mounting points ...
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cable cabling the IVS ... 72 KC-42S ... 137 KC 20S ... 26, 27 KC 29S ... 26, 27 camera camera body ... 37 installation ... 15 main switch ... 53 operation ... 53 starting ... 53 stopping ... 54 changing bag ...
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overview of display modes ... 56 shutter angle ... 59 take length ... 58 total amount of exposed film ... 58 display mode at IVS ... 119 dovetail-adapter ... 137 edit text ... 129 emulsion build-up film gate ... 148 spacer gate ...
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forward operation ... 61 frame rate changing while camera is running ... 61 fine-tuning ... 62 freely programmed frame rate ... 61 setting and storing ... 60 shifting phase ... 62 standard frame rate ... 60 frame store and compare ... 119 friction eyepiece ...
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installation ... 15 IVS ... 70 inverse ... 112 iris IVS ... 80 off ... 79 on ... 79 setup ... 70 length unit (meters/feet), changing ... 59 lenses ... 47 attaching ... 47 lens support LS-7 ... 19 lens support LS-8 ... 19 support ...
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main features IVS ... 67 menu IVS ... 97 mains unit NG 12/24 R ... 27 mains unit NG 12/26 R ... 27 maintenance ... 147 MAN ... 82 manual gain control ... 86 gain control on/off ... 105 gain increase/decrease ... 106 white balance blue ...
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packing and transport ... 15 peak load, current ... 28 PHASE-button ... 55, 59, 62 phase shifting ... 62 pickup ... 139 pilottone generator ... 139 PL-mount ... 161 power supply ... 25, 162 power supply for accessories ... 28 power supply voltage display ...
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standard video controls ... 79 automatic gain control ... 86 changing format marking number ... 91 flicker free on/off ... 89 focus ... 81 gain control ... 86 iris ... 80 on/off and check/hide menu ... 79 storing a video image ... 93 white balance ...
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universal viewfinder UV-1 ... 136 user text menu ... 128 background ... 132 clear text ... 130 edit text ... 129 exit ... 133 position ... 131 size ... 131 user text tine ... 129 UV-1 universal viewfinder ... 136 VBS ...
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white balance ... 82, 102 AWB ... 82 changing blue ... 82, 85 changing green ... 82 changing red ... 82, 84 IND ... 82 MAN ... 82 OTD ... 82 white balance/gain menu ... 102 exit ... 107 manual gain control on/off ... 105 manual gain increase/decrease ...
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IVS Quick Reference MAIN MENU MENU LOAD/STORE -> - LOAD/STORE -> - LOAD SET - WB/GAIN - VIDEO/TEXT ADJ - STORE SET - FORMAT MARKING (CONFIRM BY - COMPARE/STORE ENTER) - SYSTEM/STATUS - USER TEXT - SET ALL SETTINGS TO - EXIT DEFAULT - EXIT...
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