Arri ARRIFLEX 435 Instruction Manual

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ARRIFLEX 435

Instruction Manual

As of: March 1996

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eyepiece lock

sliding switch “DISPLAY LOCK“

sliding switch “NORM – PS/CCU“

“PROG“-button

eyepiece eyecup

display

120m magazine

locking grip on magazine cover

locking grip on camera door

“RUN“-button operation control indicator “MODE“-button “SEL“-button “PHASE“-button “SET“-button

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mechanical footage indicator

tensioning plate

video optical tap

RS-socket

overload display

functional expansion module (FEM)

compartment for TC buffer battery

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adjustment knob for manual image compensation

locking key for manual image compensation

friction adjustment finder arm

lock for telescoping finder arm spirit level

finder arm

unlocking key for finder arm

hook for tape focus

grip system

11-pin accessory socket

overload display for 11-pin accessory socket

functional expansion module FEM

ACC-socket

CCU-socket

ground glass

adjustable mirror shutter

PL mount

cover on magazine opening

main camera switch

power supply socket

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Safety Specifications

Warnings

Note: Operational error possible!

Danger of injury or equipment damage possible!

• Never operate the movement locking mechanism while the camera is running!

• Ensure that the camera is stabily positioned!

• Remove the battery cable before transport or servicing!

• Repairs should be carried out only by authorized service centers!

General Safety Specifications

Attention! Danger of injury! Never place your hand in the lens mount receptacle or the inside of the camera while it is running.

• In order to ensure optimal performance, it is essential that you acquaint yourself with this instruction manual.

• Assembly and initial operation should be carried out only by persons who are familiar with the equipment!

• Never run the camera without a lens or a protective cap in the lens mount receptacle!

• Use only original ARRI replacement parts and accessories!

Important Notes

• In wet weather the normal safety precautions for handling electrical equipment should be taken.

• Avoid operational errors!

• Clean optical surfaces only with a lens brush or a clean lens cloth! In cases of solid dirt moisten a lens cloth with pure alcohol.

• Do not use solvents in cleaning the film gate!

• Do not remove any screws which are secured with paint!

Safety Specifications

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Product Specifications

In the case of enquiries or when ordering parts, please advise camera serial number and model.

Explanation of the Symbols in the Instruction Manual

➪ photo indicates objects which are shown in the photo-

graphs.

Note: This instruction manual applies to the ARRIFLEX

435 as well as to the ARRIFLEX 435ES model. Sections that only apply to one model are indicated as such in the heading.

Safety Specifications

Note:

This product and the accessories recommended by the manufacturer fulfill the specifications of the EU-Guideline 89/336/EWG.

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Safety Specifications ....................................... 5

Warnings ............................................................ 5

General Safety Specifications ................................. 5

Important Notes .................................................... 5

Product Specifications ........................................... 6

Explanation of the Symbols in the Instruction Manual .... 6

1. General Description

of the ARRIFLEX 435/435ES ....................... 9

2. Installation of the Camera........................ 11

Packing and Transport......................................... 11

Tripod Heads ..................................................... 11

Horizontal Leveling of the Camera ........................ 12

Bridge Plates BP-8, BP-9 ....................................... 12

Lens Support ...................................................... 14

Grip System ....................................................... 15

Operation from the Shoulder ................................ 17

3. Power Supply ............................................ 19

Battery NC 24/7 R ............................................. 20

Charger NCL 24 R ............................................. 20

CHS-1 (Camera Highspeed Supply Module) .......... 21

Mains Unit NG 12/24 R ..................................... 21

Mains Unit NG 12/26 R ..................................... 22

Accessory Power Supply...................................... 22

4. Magazines ................................................. 25

Loading the ARRIMAG 120 ................................. 26

Removing Exposed Film ....................................... 29

Transport and Storage ......................................... 30

5. Camera Body............................................. 31

Mechanically Adjustable Mirror Shutter

ARRIFLEX 435 ................................................ 31

Electronically Adjustable Mirror Shutter

ARRIFLEX 435ES ............................................ 34

Exchanging the Ground Glass .............................. 38

Film Gate........................................................... 39

Movement.......................................................... 42

Attaching the Magazine, Threading the Movement... 43

Pitch Adjustment ................................................. 46

Removing the Magazine...................................... 47

Contents

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6. Optics ......................................................... 49

Lenses ............................................................... 49

Viewfinder System .............................................. 50

10. Super 35 .................................................. 99

Converting the Lens Mount Receptacle to Super 35 .... 99

Converting the Bridge Plate to Super 35 .............. 100

7. Camera Operation .................................... 57

Main Camera Switch .......................................... 57

Contents

Running and Stopping the Camera ....................... 58

Displaying and Setting Operational Parameters...... 59

8. Video-Assist-System ................................. 69

Mounting the Video-Assist-System.......................... 70

Adjusting the Video Optic.................................... 72

9. Accessories ................................................ 75

Anamorphic Viewfinder AVF-2.............................. 75

Video Viewfinder VT-2 ......................................... 77

Work Light WL-3................................................. 78

Heated Eyecup HE-3 ........................................... 79

Remote Run Switch RS-4 ...................................... 79

Functional Expansion Module FEM........................ 80

External Synchronization Unit ESU-1 ..................... 81

Camera Control Unit CCU-1 ................................ 82

Remote Control Unit RCU-1 .................................. 95

Laptop Camera Controller LCC............................. 96

Accessory Socket Distributor (11-pin) .................... 97

R/S - Socket Distributor (3-pin).............................. 97

11. Time Code .............................................. 101

Time Code Frame Rates ..................................... 101

Mounting the Time Code Module........................ 102

Checking the Loop Length .................................. 103

Setting Film Sensitivity (TCS-Value) ...................... 104

Time Code Input ............................................... 106

Switching On and Off the Time Code Recording .... 109

Time Code Output ............................................ 109

Time Code and the ESU-1 .................................. 110

Time Code Buffer Battery ................................... 110

Overview of the Display Indications in TC Operation . 112

12. Maintenance .......................................... 115

Camera ........................................................... 116

Cleaning the Spacer Gate ................................. 118

Cleaning the Field Lens...................................... 119

Magazine........................................................ 120

Appendix...................................................... 123

Technical Data.................................................. 127

Order Numbers ................................................ 129

Index ............................................................ 131

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1.General Description of the ARRIFLEX 435/435ES

The ARRIFLEX 435/435ES is a compact, light-weight MOSand HS-camera. Due to the modular design of the camera, its range of functions can be individually expanded. The following features are already integrated into the basic version of the ARRIFLEX 435/435ES.

• Operational parameters can be set directly on the camera.

• The frame rates range from 1 – 150 fps for forward or

reverse running.

• The ARRIFLEX 435/435ES is equipped with a low-main-

tenance, 5-link movement with dual transport claws and registration pins.

• The angle of the mirror shutter can be adjusted mechanically

from 11.2° to 180° in fixed stops on the ARRIFLEX 435 when the camera is not running. The electronic mirror shutter on the ARRIFLEX 435ES can be set continuously from 11.2° to 180° while the camera is running.

• The viewfinder can be rotated in two axes and can be used on both sides of the camera with full image compensation.

• Via an integrated optical tap, a 1/2" CCD video camera can be attached.

• The versatile grip system is connected directly to the camera body and can be used as a carrying handle or as an accessory holder.

A comprehensive range of optical, mechanical and electronic accessories further expands the operational possibilities of the camera.

Introduction

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Introduction

magazine opening cover

movement

in locked position loop protector

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2. Installation of the Camera

Packing and Transport

In order to prevent damage to the mirror shutter, a protective cap must be on the lens mount receptacle at all times.

When transporting the camera, pay attention that the movement is in the locked position ➪ photo.

If the ARRIFLEX 435/435ES is transported or stored without a magazine, the magazine opening cover ➪ photo should be attached.

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.

Tripod Heads

The following tripod heads are suitable for use with the 435/435ES:

• ARRIHEAD

• ARRIHEAD 2

• ARRI Fluid-Heads

• Sachtler Studio 7, 150 H

• Mitchell-Head

• Moy-Head

• Ronford F7

• Hot-Head

• Cam-Remote-Head

• Worall-Head

In applications where the camera mount is subject to high forces (e.g. helicopter mounts) the camera must be additionally secured with retaining cords. All fastening screws must be tightened firmly with an appropriate screwdriver (not with the commonly used coin!).

Installation

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Installation

Horizontal Leveling of the Camera

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.

spirit level

support rods

base plate

sliding

upper plate

Bridge Plates BP-8, BP-9

The bridge plates facilitate balancing of the camera on the tripod and mounting of accessories. The BP-8 is designed for 19 mm support rods, the BP-9 for 15 mm support rods. The bridge plates consist of the base plate ➪ photo, the sliding upper plate ➪ photo and a pair of support rods

➪ photo. In the standard version the support rods are

440mm long. Optionally, support rods are available in the lengths 240mm and 340mm.

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 10, Super 35

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Attaching the Bridge Plate to the Camera

• Fasten the sliding upper plate ➪ photo with the two slit

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.

• Slide the camera with the upper plate into the dovetail-

guide of the base plate until the spring-loaded stop pin

➪ photo snaps back audibly. The camera’s position can

then be fixed with the clamp lever.

• Slide the support rods into the guides and clamp.

• Equip the camera with the required accessories to

determine the center of gravity. Loosen the clamping lever ➪ photo, and by sliding the camera on the base plate find the optimal position. Then retighten the clamping lever.

sliding upper plate

cylindrical pins

Installation

screws

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.

• For fast removal of the camera from the tripod, loosen the

clamping lever ➪ photo, push in the stop pin ➪ photo and then pull the camera with the upper plate ➪ photo from the base plate.

sliding upper plate

stop pin

base plate

clamping lever

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LS-8

Installation

knurled screw

lens support

LS-7

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 ring clamp screwlens support

clamping lever wedge plate

base plate

support LS-8 (can be pushed onto 15 mm support rods) and the respective lens support ring ➪ photo for the lens in use.

• Mount the lens support onto the support rods from above and let it click into place by applying slight pressure (push the LS-8 onto the support rods from the front).

• Slide the relevant support ring ➪ photo onto the lens but do not tighten.

• Then slide the lens into the lens mount receptacle and lock.

• Connect the support ring to the lens support and tighten the knurled screw ➪ photo as well as the clamping lever ➪ photo.

• Complete the process by tightening the clamp screw

➪ photo on the support ring.

Note: Mounting the support ring on the relevant lens is

usually carried out only once. The support ring can then remain in position on the lens.

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Grip System

The multipurpose grip system on the ARRIFLEX 435/435ES 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. A safety mechanism in the handgrip prevents automatic loosening. This mechanism is activated by screwing in the handgrips tightly.

Before screwing in the handgrips, make sure that the 3/8" threaded bolt is completely screwed out of the handgrip.

Removing the Grip System

In order to minimize camera height, the entire grip system can be removed.

• First remove the magazine.

• Loosen both the hexagon screws ➪ photo in the strut and pull the grip system ➪ photo upwards.

To attach the grip system, proceed in the reverse order.

grip system

Installation

hexagon screws

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Installation

shoulder set S-4

base plate

shoulder cushion

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Operation from the Shoulder

Shoulder Set S-4

The shoulder set S-4 was designed to optimize shoulder operation of the ARRIFLEX 435/435ES. It allows the camera to be quickly transferred from the tripod onto the operator’s shoulder without having to remove the optical accessories.

Shoulder Set S-4 with the Bridge Plate

• Remove the camera from the tripod (see under

• The mounting screws on the shoulder set must first be screwed back as far as they will go ➪ photo.

• Now slide the shoulder set from the rear into the dovetailguide on the bridge plate as far as it will go. It locks automatically in position.

• Clamp the shoulder set using the bridge plate clamping lever.

• Plug the cable for starting and stopping the camera into the RS-socket.

• Check that the shoulder set is firmly seated on the camera.

• Position the shoulder cushion on the camera with the index pin and fasten it to the camera with the mounting screw ➪ photo.

• Check that the shoulder cushion is firmly seated on the camera.

Bridge Plates BP-8, BP-9

shoulder set S-4

Installation

mounting screws

mounting screw

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Installation

fastening screw

handgrip

RS-socket

„RUN“-button

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.

• Check that the shoulder set is firmly seated on the camera.

• Position the shoulder cushion on the camera with the index pin and fasten it to the camera with the mounting screw.

• Check that the shoulder cushion is firmly seated on the camera.

Operation from the Shoulder without the Shoulder Set

The shoulder cushion can be used with or without the bridge plates BP-8 and BP-9.

• Position the shoulder cushion on the camera with the index pin and fasten it to the camera with the mounting screw.

• Check that the shoulder cushion is firmly seated on the camera.

• Position the handgrip on the rosette and fasten with the fastening screw ➪ photo.

• Plug the cable for starting and stopping the camera into the RS-socket.

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3. Power Supply

The acceptable voltage range is from 20.6 to 35 V DC. Depending on the desired frame rate, the following voltage range should be chosen for the power supply:

Frame Rate Range Voltage

1 - 130 fps 20.6 - 35 V DC 130 - 150 fps 24 - 35 V DC

battery NC 24/7R

The power supply cable is attached to the power supply socket on the camera. Available are:

for 1 - 130 fps

• the battery NC 24/7 R ➪ photo with charger NCL 24 R ➪ photo and

• the mains unit NG 12/24 R.

for 1 - 150 fps

• two batteries NC 24/7 R ➪ photo with charger NCL 24 R, together with the HS power supply module CHS-1 (Camera Highspeed Supply Module) and

• the mains unit NG 12/26 R ➪ photo.

Power Supply

NG 12/26 NCL 24 R

• First switch on the mains unit (if used).

• 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 ARRI chargers!

Do not bypass the fuse or temperature switch!

Do not heat NC-batteries! Do not short-circuit NC-batteries!

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Battery NC 24/7 R

Charger NCL 24 R

The battery NC 24/7 R has a capacity of 7 ampere-hours and is suitable for frame rates up to 130 fps.

• 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.

Power Supply

Note: If the battery voltage is not sufficient for the

chosen frame rate, the “bat” symbol will show in the camera display.

With this charger all ARRI 24 V batteries can be charged.

• First check whether the correct mains voltage is set on the charger.

• Connect the charger to the mains supply.

• Plug the charger cable into the battery socket.

• Press the start button.

Indication of the LEDs



LED Indication

 yellow discharging (1A)  red charging  green charger connected to the mains

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CHS-1 (Camera Highspeed Supply Module)

Mains Unit NG 12/24 R

The CHS-1 connects two 24 V batteries together to provide a HS-power supply with an output voltage of 30 V DC for frame rates up to 150 fps. Connecting the batteries together considerably lowers the camera’s current demand.

• Ensure that the main camera switch is off.

• Connect both batteries to the input sockets of the CHS-1 with battery cables KC 20S or spiral cables KC 29S.

• Plug the output cable of the CHS-1 into the camera’s power supply socket.

Note: Battery voltages below 20 V are indicated for

each battery by a “LOW-BAT”-LED next to the respective input socket of the CHS-1. To prevent over-discharging, the module switches off if either battery voltage drops below 17 V.

Use of the mains unit is recommended for filming in the studio and when using electronic accessories with a high power consumption. It is suitable for frame rates up to 130 fps.

• First check that the correct mains voltage is set on the mains unit.

• Ensure that the main switch on the camera is off.

• Set the voltage switch on the mains unit to 24 V.

• Plug the battery cable KC 20S or the spiral battery cable KC 29S into the power supply socket on the camera and into the 24 V-socket on the mains unit.

Power Supply

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Mains Unit NG 12/26 R

Use of the mains unit is recommended for filming in the studio and when using electronic accessories with a high power consumption. It is suitable for frame rates up to 150 fps.

• First check that the correct mains voltage is set on the mains unit.

• Ensure that the main switch on the camera is off.

• Set the voltage switch on the mains unit to 26 V.

Power Supply

• 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.

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 3 A maximum continuous current and 5 A peak load.

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.

11-pin accessory socket overload warning LED

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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 suited to the available voltage!

24 V accessories are normally attached to the RS-socket

➪ photo. At 24 V, the available continuous current is

3 A maximum, the peak load 5 A.

Overload Display

If the current drawn at the accessory sockets exceeds the allowable maximum, a safety circuit interrupts the power supply and a red warning LED lights up ➪ photo.

RS-socket

Power Supply

overload warning LED

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Power Supply

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4. Magazines

In addition to the new 435-ARRIMAG magazines ➪ photo, all ARRIFLEX 35 III and 35 II magazines – with the exception of the shoulder magazine – can be used.

 Magazine Speed limit Forward/Reverse TC-  operation Recording

 

ARRIFLEX 435

 ARRIMAG 120 150 fps forw./rev. yes  ARRIMAG 120S 150 fps forw./rev. yes  ARRIMAG 300E 150 fps forw./rev. yes   ARRIFLEX 35 III / 35 II  60 m magazine 130 fps only forwards no  150 m magazine 130 fps forw./rev. no  300 m magazine 130 fps only forwards no

Reverse operation with the ARRIFLEX 35 III / 35 II 300 m and 60 m magazines can lead to damage of the magazine or the camera!

Time code can only be recorded with the new ARRIMAG magazines.

The ARRIMAG magazines and the ARRIFLEX III magazines are automatically recognized. For the ARRIFLEX 35 III 300 m magazine the camera’s run-up time is automatically extended. If the camera is set to a frame rate that exceeds the speed limit of the attached magazine, the “fps“-symbol flashes on the camera display and the camera will not run. If the frame rate is adjusted above the magazine speed limit during running, the camera´s speed will be limited to 130 fps. The frame rate must be reset.

Note: All magazines listed above are loaded with the

same loop length as on the ARRIFLEX 35 III. The loading of ARRIFLEX 35 III magazines is described in the respective instruction manuals.

Magazines

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Loading the ARRIMAG 120

Loading the magazine should be practised in daylight with a piece of test film until the procedure can also be carried out confidently in a darkroom or film changing bag. Cutting the film through the middle of the perforation holes simplifies the loading process considerably. The ARRI Film Cutting Gauge ➪ photo simplifies cutting in the darkroom.

Magazines

The following steps should be carried out in a darkroom or film changing bag!

• Remove the loop protector and lay the magazine on a flat surface with its cover facing upwards.

• To open the cover, depress the safety catch, flip up the flag-hinged locking grip and turn it counter-clockwise

➪ photo.

• Flip up the magazine cover.

• Swing both roller arms ➪ photo away from the winding shafts until they lock in place.

• Place the film roll next to the magazine.

film cutting gauge

flag-hinged locking clip

safety catch

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• Insert the film through the left slit on the magazine throat

assembly from the inside ➪ photo. Do not catch the film.

• With your free hand, turn the drive gear counter-clockwise while carefully pushing the film through until both perforation holes are picked up simultaneously by the sprockets.

• Keep turning the gear until the film has been transported through the throat assembly.

• Flip up the hinged locking clip on the feed shaft ➪ photo.

• Place the film roll on the feed shaft, ensuring that the feed shaft catch engages the slot on the plastic core.

roller arms feed shaft

• Press down the hinged locking clip on the feed shaft.

• By turning the drive gear counter-clockwise, transport the film further until it reaches to the loop length marking

➪ photo.

Ensure that the film is lying flat against the outside of the magazine housing.

Magazines

hinged locking clip

drive gear

loop length marking

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• Without changing the length, thread the film into the right film channel. Do not catch the film.

• By again turning the drive gear counter-clockwise, transport 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. The slit must

Magazines

point in the direction of operation. Ensure that the take-up shaft catch engages the slot on the plastic core.

• Press down the hinged locking clip on the take-up shaft.

hinged locking clip

• Hang the head of the film into the film core and bend

over ➪ photo. The bent film head should not stick out of the film core as this could cause unbalance.

Note: If the film head has been bent over, the film head

must not be pulled through the throat assembly during reverse operation.

• Wind the film on at least one revolution until it is certain that the film is firmly seated on the film core.

• Check that the film is being taken up perpendicular to the shaft ➪ photo.

film core

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• Close the magazine cover. The roller arms will be automatically unlocked.

• To lock the cover, turn the locking grip clockwise and flip it back into the recess. The safety catch locks automatically.

Note: To tension the film in the magazine, press in

both tensioning plates ➪ photo and turn outwards.

tensioning plates

Removing Exposed Film

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.

• To open the cover, depress the safety catch and flip the locking grip upwards. Then turn the grip counter-clockwise.

• Flip up the cover.

• Swing both roller arms ➪ photo away from the winding shafts until they lock in place.

• Flip up the hinged locking clip on the take-up shaft.

• Pull the film roll upwards and off.

Note: When pulling the film roll off the shaft, grip it

from underneath as far as possible to prevent the middle of the film roll from sagging down.

The film should under no circumstances be pulled tight. This could cause scratches and static charging.

Magazines

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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 magazine it is recommended to attach the magazine opening

Magazines

cover.

Note: The cover must be attached to the ARRIFLEX 435/

435ES to run frame rates above 130 fps without a magazine for testing purposes.

loop protector

cover for magazine opening

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5. Camera Body

Mechanically Adjustable Mirror Shutter ARRIFLEX 435

The mirror shutter can be adjusted mechanically while the camera is switched off. The shutter angle can be adjusted from 11.2° to 180°. The shutter locks in the following positions: 11.2°, 22.5°, 30°, 45°, 60°, 75°, 90°, 105°, 120°, 135°, 144°, 172.8° and 180°.

Setting the Mirror Shutter Angle

• By briefly depressing the “PHASE”-button, the mirror shutter is positioned to allow access to the shutter angle adjusting mechanism ➪ photo and the locking mechanism

➪ photo.

• Switch off the camera and disconnect the camera from the power supply!

• Remove the lens or the protective cap from the lens mount receptacle.

Do not touch the surface of the mirror!

Camera Body

shutter angle adjusting mechanism locking mechanism

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locking mechanism unlocked

Camera Body

locking mechanism locked

• With a 2 mm Allen key turn the locking mechanism

➪ photo towards the “LOOSE” position until it stops.

• Turn the shutter angle adjusting mechanism ➪ photo with

the same Allen key until the desired shutter angle is reached.

• Turn the locking mechanism ➪ photo towards the

“LOCK” position until this locks in place. The adjusting mechanism may possibly have to be turned slightly back and forth.

• By gently twisting the shutter angle adjusting mechanism, check if the shutter angle has locked in correctly.

Operation of the camera when the mirror shutter is not correctly locked in position may cause incorrect exposure! With an unlocked mirror shutter, the camera may switch off during camera run!

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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.

Camera Body

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locking mechanism unlocked

Camera Body

locking mechanism locked

Electronically Adjustable Mirror Shutter ARRIFLEX 435ES

The mirror shutter on the ARRIFLEX 435ES can be 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. The electronic mirror shutter function must then be switched off.

Before electronically adjusting the mirror shutter, check that the shutter locking mechanism is in the “LOOSE” position ➪ photo. Adjusting the shutter angle while the shutter is locked could cause damage to the camera!

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Checking the Shutter Locking Mechanism

• Switch on the camera’s main switch.

• In standby, briefly depress the “PHASE”-button.

• Switch off the camera’s main switch.

• Remove the lens or the protective cap from the lens mount receptacle.

Never put your fingers into the lens mount receptacle.

• The locking mechanism should be in the unlocked position ➪ photo.

Setting the Mirror Shutter Angles:

Without accessories, the following shutter angles can be set directly on the camera: 11.2°, 22.5°, 30°, 45°, 60°, 75°, 90°, 105°, 120°, 135°, 144°, 172.8° and 180°. With accessories such as the LCC, CCU or RCU-1 other shutter angles can be set. The procedure is described in the respective instruction manuals.

Adjusting the shutter angle when the shutter is locked could cause damage to the camera! Ensure that the locking mechanism is in “LOOSE” position before adjusting the shutter angle.

Camera Body

If the shutter locking mechanism is unlocked

• Replace the lens or the protective cover.

If the shutter is locked in position

• Disconnect the camera from the power supply.

• With a 2 mm Allen key turn the locking mechanism

➪ photo towards the “LOOSE” position until it stops.

• Replace the lens or the protective cover.

• Switch on the camera’s main switch.

• Change to Mode 7 by depressing the “MODE”-button six times (or four times if no functional expansion module is attached). The display shows the angle symbol and, in the upper line, the current shutter angle.

If the display shows “OFF”, the electronic adjustment of the mirror shutter is deactivated. The shutter angle can be adjusted mechanically and must then be locked. See the section “Mechanically Adjustable Mirror Shutter”.

• Depress the “SEL”-button repeatedly until the desired value blinks in the display. With the “SET”-button confirm the desired shutter angle.

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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

• Switch on the camera’s main switch.

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• Depress the “SEL”-button repeatedly until the display shows “OFF”. With the “SET”-button, confirm switching off the electronic angle adjustment.

As the electronic shutter has been switched off, the shutter angle must now be adjusted and locked manually! See the section “Mechanically Adjustable Mirror Shutter”.

Note: As a warning that the electronic shutter has been

switched off, the angle symbol in the camera display blinks in all modes.

Switching On the Electronically Adjustable Shutter

Switching on the electronically adjustable shutter when the shutter is locked can cause damage to the camera! See “Checking the Shutter Locking Mechanism”.

• Before switching on, ensure that the shutter locking mechanism is in “LOOSE” position.

• Switch on the camera’s main switch.

• Change into Mode 7 by depressing the “MODE”-button six times (or four times if no functional expansion module is attached). The display shows the angle symbol and “OFF” in the upper line.

• Depress the “SEL”-button repeatedly until the display shows the desired shutter angle. The “SET”-button confirms the entry and activates the electronic shutter adjustment.

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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. The following table indicates the mirror shutter angle that needs to be set:

 Supply frequency 50 Hz 60 Hz

  Frame rate 25 fps 24 fps 24 fps

  Shutter angle  180 ° 172.8 ° 144 ° 

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ground glass

tongue

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 ➪ photo.

• Before exchanging the ground glass, switch the camera’s main switch off and disconnect the camera from the power supply!

• Remove the lens or the protective cap.

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Do not touch the mirror surface!

• Using the included special forceps, pull the ground glass ➪ photo out of the holder by its tongue ➪ photo.

• Check that the ground glass to be inserted as well as the ground glass frame are completely clean.

• With the special forceps, push the chosen ground glass into the holder as far as it will go. The red marker point must be on the left. A ball catch fixes the ground glass exactly in the right position.

• Check that the ground glass is correctly locked in place.

Note: Cleaning or exchanging the field lens, see

Chapter 11, Cleaning the Field Lens

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Film Gate

Changing the Format Masks

A format mask and filter holder must always be inserted in the film gate.

To take out the format mask:

• Switch off the camera’s main switch and disconnect the camera from the power supply before exchanging the format mask.

• Turn the knurled knob ➪ photo on the movement until its marking matches that on the movement block.

• Turn the movement locking lever ➪ photo towards the “OPEN” position to swing the movement block away from the film gate.

• Press the film gate locking lever ➪ photo towards the magazine throat assembly and swing the film gate ➪ photo towards the movement block, pressing lightly on the lower end of the film gate and taking care that the film gate does not hit the movement block.

• Take hold of the film gate by the filter holder ➪ photo, lift it up and remove.

• Now pull the filter holder ➪ photo sideways out of the film gate.

• Press the format mask ➪ photo lightly on its side flap towards the film gate and then pull this out sideways too.

film gate locking lever

film gate

filter holder

film gate shaft

format mask

knurled knob

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filter foil film gatefilter holder format mask

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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.

• Check that the film gate and the film gate shaft are completely free of dust and dirt.

• Take hold of the film gate by the filter holder and place onto the film gate shaft from above.

• Check that the film gate is correctly seated on the shaft.

• Press the film gate locking lever towards the magazine throat assembly and push the film gate forwards to the correct position.

• Ensure that the film gate locking lever swings back completely.

Note: The film gate can only be locked if the format

mask and the filter holder are correctly inserted.

Swinging the movement block forwards when the film gate is not correctly in place can cause damage to the camera!

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Inserting Filters into the Film Gate

Filter foils such as gelatine filters can be inserted into the filter holder.

The camera display does not show a warning when a filter is in use.

• Switch off the camera’s main switch and disconnect the camera from the power supply before inserting a filter.

• Turn the knurled knob ➪ photo (p. 5.9) on the movement until its marking matches that on the movement block.

• Turn the movement locking lever ➪ photo towards the “OPEN” position to swing the movement block away from the film gate.

• Take hold of the film gate by the filter holder ➪ photo, lift it up and remove.

• Now pull the filter holder ➪ photo sideways out of the film gate.

• Open the filter holder slightly and insert the filter foil

➪ photo. Cut off the jutting edge.

• Check that the film gate frame and the contact surface are absolutely clean.

• Push the filter holder sideways into the film gate ➪ photo.

• Check that the film gate, the filter and the film gate shaft

➪ photo are free of dust and dirt.

• Take hold of the film gate by the filter holder and place onto the film gate shaft from above.

• Check that the film gate is correctly seated on the shaft.

• Press the film gate locking lever ➪ photo towards the magazine throat assembly and push the film gate forwards to the correct position.

• Ensure that the film gate locking lever ➪ photo swings back completely.

Note: The film gate can only be locked if the format

mask and the filter holder are correctly inserted.

Swinging the movement block forwards when the film gate is not correctly in place can cause damage to the camera!

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spacer gate handle

safety spring

Movement

The ARRIFLEX 435/435ES features a highspeed 5-link movement, equipped with ball-bearings for low maintenance.

Never operate the movement locking mechanism while the camera is running!

Removing the Spacer Gate

• Press the safety spring ➪ photo downwards, at the same time pressing the spacer gate backwards by its handle

➪ photo. Then remove by pulling upwards.

Installing the Spacer Gate

• Take hold of the spacer gate by its handle ➪ photo and insert it at an angle from above into the movement block.

• Push the spacer gate downwards until it locks audibly in place.

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Attaching the Magazine, Threading the Movement

• Pull the magazine release lever ➪ photo back and

remove the cover.

• Open the camera door.

• Check that the movement block is swung forwards.

• 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 release lever

• Position the back part of the magazine’s throat assembly on the lower dovetail of the camera opening.

• With your left hand pull the film loop through the camera opening as far as possible into the movement block area

➪ photo.

• Before locking the magazine into place, ensure that the film is pulled far enough into the movement block area so that the film does not get caught between the magazine and the magazine locking mechanism!

film

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• Lock the magazine completely into the camera opening.

Note: The magazine drive gear engages automatically.

Lightly turning the knurled knob on the movement block facilitates the precise engagement of the gear wheel if necessary.

• Check that the magazine is firmly seated.

• With your right hand pull the film loop downwards out

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of the camera ➪ photo. Then push it as far upwards as

knurled knob knurled knob

possible until the loop can be positioned between the movement plate and the film gate.

Note: The film cannot yet be completely placed into the

film channel.

• Turn the knurled knob ➪ photo on the movement until its marking matches that on the movement block.

• Turn the movement locking lever towards the “OPEN” position to swing the movement block away from the film gate.

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• Bring the film loop into position ➪ photo.

• Position the film by one perforation hole onto the positioning

pin ➪ photo in the film guide, bringing the film loop to rest within the marking ➪ photo.

• Check that the film is correctly fixed on the positioning pin and that the loop is positioned within the upper marking.

Note: Before the movement block is swung forwards,

make sure that the film is correctly positioned in relation to the film gate over entire area, otherwise the film may be damaged!

• Turn the movement locking lever counter-clockwise as far as it will go. This will cause the movement block to swing forwards and to lock into position.

• By turning the knurled knob ➪ photo, check that the film runs smoothly.

• Turn the knurled knob until its marking matches that on the movement block and again check if the loop is lying within the marking.

If the loop does not lie within the marking the film may be torn and the equipment damaged. In TC operation, the correct recording position in relation to the image will also not be guaranteed.

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positioning pin

marking

for film loop

• Close the camera door.

Note: Threading the movement is described and

displayed on the inside of the camera door.

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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 tolerance range is transported smoothly and reliably by the movement. If the film stock used differs from this perforation distance, the movement can be optimally adapted using the pitch adjustment mechanism. It is recommended to establish the optimal pitch setting for the film stock in use at a frame rate of 24 fps before beginning filming.

• Attach a loaded magazine and thread the movement. See “Attaching the Magazine, Threading the Movement”.

• Leave the camera door open.

• Run the camera.

• Slowly turn the pitch adjustment ➪ photo back and forth until the quietest setting is reached.

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Removing the Magazine

If the film has not run through the camera completely:

• Open the camera door.

• Swing back the movement block just far enough to enable the film to be pulled out from between the film gate and the movement block.

Note: When slowly swinging back the movement block,

a ball catch is noticeable.

• Pull out the film loop sideways from between the movement block and the film gate.

• Bring the loop into the area between the movement block and the magazine throat assembly ➪ photo.

Ensure that the loop does not get twisted behind the movement block as otherwise the film could be damaged when removing the magazine!

• Swing the movement block forwards again and lock.

• Hold the magazine firmly with one hand and pull the magazine locking lever back with the other.

When pulling away the magazine ensure that the film does not get damaged!

• Pull the magazine off upwards.

• Replace the cover on the camera opening.

If the entire film has run through the camera:

• Hold the magazine firmly with one hand and pull the magazine release lever back with the other.

• Pull the magazine off upwards.

• Replace the cover on the camera opening.

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6. Optics

Lenses

All ARRIFLEX lenses with a PL-mount can be used on the ARRIFLEX 435/435ES. 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

• Remove the protective cap from the lens mount receptacle

by turning the bayonet ring ➪ photo counter-clockwise as far as it will go and then pulling out the protective cap.

Never put your fingers into the lens mount receptacle.

• Push the lens into the lens mount receptacle without catching it at the edges. One of the four slots on the lens mount must fit over the index pin ➪ photo.

• Press the lens flat onto the lens mount receptacle and pull the bayonet ring clockwise to tighten.

Note: For Super 35 shots the lens mount receptacle

must be turned 180°. See

Chapter 10, Super 35

bayonet ring index pin

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Optics

Viewfinder System

The viewfinder system on the ARRIFLEX 435/435ES 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 ➪ photo. A warning signal (red LED) for asynchronous running is reflected into the viewfinder. An 80/20 beamsplitter for b/w video cameras is integrated into the viewfinder system. For colour video cameras, a beamsplitter with a ratio of 50/50 is also available, and can be fitted by a service center. The entire viewfinder system can be replaced by a video finder (100%). An anamorphic viewfinder arm is also available. An ARRIGLOW module is available as an option. Using slide-in masks, the filming format currently in use can be displayed in the viewfinder as an illuminated frame with continuously adjustable brightness. The ARRIGLOW also displays the warnings ASY (asynchronous running), BAT (supply voltage too low) and END (end of film) in the viewfinder.

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The Eyepiece

Removing the Eyepiece

• Hold the eyepiece with one hand and with the other turn the knurled ring ➪ photo towards the “OPEN” position as far as it will go.

• Remove the eyepiece ➪ photo.

Attaching the Eyepiece

• Ensure that the knurled ring is turned to the “OPEN” position.

• Position the eyepiece on the viewfinder.

• Turn the knurled ring ➪ photo towards the “LOCK” position.

• Check that the eyepiece is correctly seated.

Adjusting the Diopter

The diopter compensation is fitted with a scale ➪ photo 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.

eyepiece

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knurled ring

scale

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knurled ring

Optics

unlocking key

Allen screw

knurled ring viewfinder arm

Adjusting the Viewfinder

Turning the Eyepiece

The eyepiece can be rotated 360° around the viewfinder arm. The eyepiece is held in adjusted position by friction.

• To set friction, turn the knurled ring ➪ photo right/left

until the desired friction has been reached.

Swivelling the Viewfinder Arm

The viewfinder arm can be swivelled approx. 270° left to right. On the left side of the camera the viewfinder arm locks into the horizontal position. The viewfinder arm friction can be altered if necessary by turning the Allen screw ➪ photo.

• To adjust the viewfinder arm, release the locking

mechanism by depressing the unlocking key ➪ photo.

• Turn the viewfinder arm to the desired position.

Extending the Viewfinder Arm

The viewfinder arm can be telescoped continuously by approx. 50 mm.

• Turn the knurled ring ➪ photo towards the “LOOSE”

position.

• Pull the viewfinder arm ➪ photo out to the desired

length.

• Retighten the knurled ring.

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Image Compensation

The viewfinder system is fitted with an automatic image compensation mechanism. To enable setting a different image position in certain situations, the viewfinder system is additionally equipped with a manual image adjustment mechanism.

Manually Adjusting Image Compensation

• Depress the locking key ➪ photo and hold depressed.

• Turn the adjustment knob ➪ photo until the viewfinder image is in the desired position.

Reactivating Image Compensation

• Turn the adjustment knob ➪ photo until this locks in 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.

If the viewfinder image is inverted without the finder extension, the image compensation must be adjusted to the opposite locking position.

Inverting the Image

• Depress the locking key ➪ photo and keep depressed.

• Turn the adjustment knob ➪ photo approx. 30°

• Release the locking key ➪ photo.

• Keep turning the adjustment knob ➪ photo until this

locks in position.

Pivoting the Contrast Filter

To enable a subjective reduction of viewfinder contrast, a contrast filter (ND 6) can be pivoted into the optical beam path by means of a lever ➪ photo.

• The lever ➪ photo is brought into the “ON” position automatically by depressing the locking key ➪ photo.

• For unrestricted viewing, turn the lever ➪ photo back into the “OFF” position until it locks in.

locking key adjustment knob

locking key

for contrast filter

lever

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Optics

ARRIGLOW module

ARRIGLOW

Attaching ARRIGLOW

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 ➪ photo on the warning display module.

• Pull the warning display module off sideways.

fastening screws

Attach the ARRIGLOW module straight. Attaching at an angle could damage the plug.

• Push on the ARRIGLOW module ➪ photo.

• Screw both fastening screws tight.

Adjusting ARRIGLOW Brightness

The brightness of the illuminated format markings can be continuously adjusted by turning the adjustment knob

➪ photo.

By turning the adjustment knob counter-clockwise as far as it will go, the ARRIGLOW can be turned off.

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Exchanging the Format Mask

• Open the camera door as wide as possible.

• Grip the format mask ➪ photo with the special forceps

and pull downwards and out.

• Now grip the new format mask with the special forceps

and push in with the notch ➪ photo facing towards the rear until it locks in place securely.

Exchanging the Viewfinder System

The entire viewfinder system can be replaced by a 100% video finder. See

Removing the Viewfinder System

Before removing the viewfinder system, the viewfinder arm should be brought back to its normal position.

• Loosen the three fastening screws➪ photo.

• Pull the viewfinder system up and off.

Attaching the Viewfinder System

• Position the viewfinder system on the camera body from above.

• Tighten the fastening screws.

Chapter 9, Accessories.

adjustment knob

notch

format mask

fastening screws

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7. 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.

• Switch on the main camera switch.

In the “ON” position the camera is in standby. In the “OFF” position the camera is cut off from the power supply.

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Running and Stopping the Camera

A “RUN”-button is located on the left side of the camera

➪ photo.

Running the Camera

Camera Operation

“LOCK” sliding switch

„RUN“-button

operation control indicator

“PHASE”-button“MODE”-button

If the operation control indicator glows red while in standby, the camera is not ready and will not run (see “Overview of Display Symbols”).

• Briefly depress the “RUN”-button. While the camera is

running up, the operation control indicator ➪ photo glows red. Once the set frame rate has been reached, the operation control indicator turns green.

Stopping the Camera

• Again depress the “RUN”-button ➪ photo briefly.

While the camera is running down the operation control indicator glows red. The mirror shutter automatically stops in a position that enables unrestricted viewing through the viewfinder. On reaching this position, the operation control indicator flashes green before going out.

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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 movement rotates one revolution and 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. 1 fps. The upper line of the display indicates the measured shutter angle, the lower line the measured voltage of the power supply.

Displaying and Setting Operational Parameters

The currently set operational parameters on the ARRIFLEX 435/435ES are displayed on the camera display ➪ photo in various modes. The desired mode is selected via the “MODE”-button. In each mode the corresponding operational parameters can be set using the “SEL”- and “SET”-buttons

➪ photo.

Note: Mode 1 is indicated ➪ photo in the display by

a black horizontal bar.

While inching, shutter and movement are not exactly synchronized. As this can cause faulty exposures, do not film while inching.

To prevent an unintentional alteration of the operational parameters the buttons “SEL”, “SET”, “PROG” and “PHASE” can by locked using the sliding switch “LOCK”. If a button is depressed when the display is locked, the display will show the “OFF” sign.

Note: Locking the “PHASE”-button has no influence

on the inching function.

Locking the “SEL”- and “SET”-buttons has no influence on accessories such as the RCU-1.

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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 Total exposed film counter (m/ft) or Frame rate (fps) or Selection of a standard frame rate  take counter (m/ft) or ESU, SU in standby and Configuration of the 1st display line  mirror shutter angle of the ARRIFLEX 435ES frame rate (fps) while running  on the ARRIFLEX 435ES  (external control connected)   or Pr if a program is activated 

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 Mode 2 Programmed frame rate (PS) Programmed frame rate (fps) Programmed frame rate  ESU, SU – external control connected Current frame rate if a program (forwards / reverse)  Current shutter angle if a program is activated is activated  Mode 3 Total exposed film counter (m/ft) or Power supply voltage (V) Configuration of the film counter  take-counter (m/ft) Unit of measurement (m/ft)  Mode 4 Time Code time (hours, minutes) Time Code time (seconds, frames)  Time Code on / off  Time Code time can only be set via the  CCU or externally  Mode 5 Time Code user bits Time Code user bits Time Code user bits can only be set via  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) Volume  TCS-value  Mode 7 Stored program settings Frame rate (fps) 435ES: Setting of the shutter angle  435ES: set shutter angle Stored program settings

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Overview of Display Symbols

 Symbol Meaning  glows The display is in Mode 1.  bat glows Battery voltage too low for the set frame rate  ≤ 130 fps and voltage < 20.6 V  130 - 150 fps and voltage < 24V  blinks Battery is too "soft", voltage will collapse on use  asy glows  Asynchronous operation  (camera is not running at set frame rate)  blinks Movement/shutter not synchronous  end glows film end  fps blinks The magazine is not suited to the set frame rate, or  ESU is connected  and no sync-frequency is available  PROGglows The stored program is activated and can be started while  the camera is running by depressing the "PROG"-button.  blinks The activated program cannot be run with the set values:  e. g.: incorrect magazine for the frame rate set in the  program, or battery voltage too low for the frame rate set  in the program.

 Symbol Meaning   blinks Only on ARRIFLEX 435ES:  The shutter is mechanically locked in electronic operation  or  the electronic shutter function is switched off.  The symbol blinks and the operation control indicator glows  red although the shutter is not locked:  The electronic shutter adjustment is defective –  the electronic shutter adjustment can be switched off  see chapter 5.  R glows Reverse operation is switched on.  TC glows TC-generator is switched on and set.  blinks TC-generator is switched on  during running: no recording  during standby: the last synchronization was over 8 hours ago  additional acoustic warning,  see also TC warning display.

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Camera Operation

fps

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. If the camera is set to reverse operation and an ARRIFLEX 35 III 300 m magazine is attached, this warning will show in the camera display.

Note: If other digits of the display show a bar instead

of a zero, see

Appendix

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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

• the take length (amount of film used in an individual take) A “t” in the first digit of the upper display line indicates the display of take length.

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.

• Depress the “SEL”-button twice; the first digit in the upper display line blinks.

• Within three seconds, depress the “SET”-button.

• The currently set counting value of Mode 3 is displayed. The corresponding counting value in Mode 1 is automatically altered.

Mode 1 Mode 3

Take length or Total exposed film or

Total exposed film Take length

Resetting the Film Counter (Modes 1 and 3)

• Change to the mode which shows the total amount of exposed film (“MODE”-button).

• The total exposed film counter can be set to zero by depressing the “SET”-button (for at least 3 seconds) while in standby.

• The take length counter is automatically reset each time the camera is started.

Changing the Unit of Measurement (Meters/Feet) (Mode 3)

Standby Operation

• Change from Mode 1 to Mode 3 by depressing the “MODE”-button twice.

• Depress the “SEL”-button once; the symbol m/ft blinks.

• Depress the “SET”-button within three seconds to change the unit of measurement.

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Displaying the Angle of the Mirror Shutter (Mode 1)

• As long as the “PHASE”-button is depressed while in standby, the set angle of the mirror shutter appears in the upper display line. The camera runs at inching speed.

Setting the shutter angle on the 435/435ES: see

Chapter 5

Configuring Mode 1

On the ARRIFLEX 435ES a constant display of the shutter angle can be configured in Mode 1:

Camera Operation

• Depress the “SEL”-button repeatedly until the upper display line blinks.

• The “SET”-button switches between film counter and shutter angle.

Frame Rates

The ARRIFLEX 435/435ES 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 in increments of 0.001 fps for frame rates up to 100 fps and above 100 fps in increments of 0.01 fps.

The frame rate is activated via the “NORM/PS”-switch

➪ photo on the left of the camera. The “NORM”-position

corresponds to the standard frame rate, the “PS/CCU”position to the freely programmed frame rate.

“PHASE”-button“NORM/PS”-switch

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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.

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.

• Repeat this procedure until all digits are set to the desired values. For frame rates below 100 fps, a “0“ should be entered as the first digit, for frame rates above 100 fps, a “1“. A final confirmation of the set frame rate is not necessary.

Note: The frame rate can be set between 1 and 150 fps.

For frame rates over 130 fps, a power supply voltage greater than 24 V is necessary.

Camera Operation

Note: An internal buffer battery ensures that the pro-

grammed frame rate is stored even if the camera is not switched on at the main switch. This battery has a lifetime of approx. 10 years. If the programmed frame rate is not available when the camera is switched on again, the buffer battery must be exchanged by an ARRI service center.

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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.

The frame rate can be altered as described above.

Changing the Frame Rate while the Camera is Running

Camera Operation

By means of the “NORM/PS”-switch it is possible to switch between the standard frame rate (“NORM”) and the programmed frame rate (“PS/CCU”) while the camera is running.

Note: The attached magazine must be suited for the

programmed frame rate. For HS-operation above 130 fps, an appropriate power supply must be connected.

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 (1.000 to 99.999).

• Set the “NORM/PS” switch to “PS/CCU”.

• Run the camera.

• Depress the “MODE”-button once to change to Mode 2.

• With the buttons “SEL” (slower) and “SET” (faster) change the frame rate.

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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 depressed.

“PHASE”-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.

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Display Warning tone on start Warning tone on stop

 LS _ _ off off

 LS _  on off  LS _   off on  LS   on on

Camera Operation

Switching On and Off the Warning Signal for Asynchronous Running (Mode 6)

Standby Operation

• Change from Mode 1 to Mode 6 by depressing the “MODE”-button five times (or three times if no functional expansion module is attached).

• By depressing the “SEL”-button twice, activate the display for setting the warning signal.

• Within three seconds, depress the “SET”-button to select one of the four settings.

• Depressing the “MODE”-button confirms the selection and changes the display back to Mode 1.

Setting the Volume of the Warning Signal

• Change from Mode 1 to Mode 6 by depressing the “MODE”-button five times (or three times if no functional expansion module is attached).

• Depress the “SEL”-button three times to activate the display for setting the warning signal volume.

• Select the desired volume with the “SET”-button.

At volume level 0 the acoustic TC-warning is also switched off.

0…off 3…maximum volume

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8. Video-Assist-System

The video-assist-system provides a high quality, practically flicker-free monitor image for PAL or NTSC. The video-assistsystem consists of the video optic VO-2, the 1/2" colour video camera CCD 2-FR and the anti-flicker processor AFP-2.

The brightness of the video image is automatically adapted to the given lighting conditions. This adjustment can also be carried out manually. The white balance is set to standard values for interior and exterior lighting situations. The integrated image-storage technology enables viewing of a stored image or the alternation between the real and the stored image - e.g. to align the camera to an earlier scene or for stop-motion filming.

The video camera CCD 2-FR is equipped with a GEN-LOCK input. This allows the video-assist-system to be synchronized to an external video signal.

In the standard configuration, the ARRIFLEX 435/435ES is equipped with a beamsplitter which reflects 20% of the viewfinder beam into the video camera (b/w video). A 50/50 beamsplitter (colour video) can be fitted in a service center.

anti flicker processor AFP-2

video optic VO-2

video camera CCD 2-FR

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index pin

Video-Assist-Saystem

special wrench

cover

Mounting the Video-Assist-System

Mounting the Video Optic

• First unscrew the cover ➪ photo on the viewfinder system. If the cover cannot be removed by hand, use the special wrench ➪ photo .

• Unscrew the cover on the video optic by turning the retaining ring.

• Remove the cover.

• Attach the video optic. The index pin ➪ photo on the viewfinder system defines the correct position.

• Tighten the retaining ring by hand.

Note: The video optic is tilted upwards by 5°.

Removing the Video Optic

• Hold the video optic firmly in one hand.

• Loosen the retaining ring with the other hand.

video optic VO-2

Note: If the retaining ring cannot be loosened by

hand, use the special wrench ➪ photo .

• Pull the video optic off sideways.

• Replace the cover on the viewfinder system and tighten by hand.

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Mounting the Video Camera

• Unscrew the protective cover from the C-mount on the video optic.

• Unscrew the protective cap of the video camera.

• Screw the video camera ➪ photo onto the C-mount thread on the video optic.

Mounting the Anti-Flicker Processor AFP-2

• Screw the dovetail-adapter ➪ photo onto the grip system of the ARRIFLEX 435/435ES.

Note: The dovetail-guide must be also be tilted approx.

5° upwards to correspond to the video optic.

C-mountvideo camera

• Then slide the anti-flicker processor into the dovetail-guide and screw tight.

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dovetail-adapter

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Wiring the Video-Assist-System

• It is imperative to turn off the main switch on the ARRIFLEX 435/435ES.

• The anti-flicker processor AFP-2 is connected from the socket MOVIE CAMERA to the RS-socket of the camera with the cable KC 37, or to the 12 V socket with the cable KC 36.

• Plug the cable KC 34 into the socket VIDEO CAMERA on the AFP-2 and into the video camera.

• The video signal for the monitor is available from two sockets on the AFP-2: Mini monitor: socket MINI MONITOR Standard video monitor: BNC-socket VIDEO OUT

The BNC-socket “VD in” on the video camera

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• Set the rotary code switch on the underside of the antiflicker processor to “9”.

• Switch on the main switch of the ARRIFLEX 435/435ES.

• Switch on the video-assist-system using the switch on the AFP-2.

Note: The anti-flicker function can be optimized by

CCD 2-FR is used for synchronizing to an external video signal. Do not connect as a video output!

adjusting the slit screw “PHASE ADJ”.

Adjusting the Video Optic

Adjusting the Image Position

• Loosen the clamping ring ➪ photo approx. 15° (as seen

in the direction of filming, counter-clockwise).

• Adjust the angle position by turning the video camera, at the same time checking the image on the monitor.

• Set the horizontal position with the adjustment screw

➪ photo marked X, using a 1.3 mm Allen key.

• Set the vertical position with the adjustment screw ➪ photo marked Y, using a 1.3 mm Allen key. If the adjustment screw ➪ photo is loosened, check that the image follows. Otherwise press the video camera gently upwards at the flange.

• Retighten the clamping ring.

Adjusting the Aperture

• Loosen the aperture clamp on the aperture adjustment knob ➪ photo .

• Set the aperture via the monitor.

• Retighten the aperture clamp.

Adjusting Focus

• Loosen the clamp on the focus adjustment ring ➪ photo.

• Check focus on the monitor and adjust with the focus adjustment ring. For more accurate judgement, the aperture can be completely opened.

• Tighten the clamp on the focus adjustment ring.

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adjustment screw vertical position

Note: The focus range of the video optic can be shifted

with the gear ➪ photo on the video camera.

clamping ring

adjustment screw horizontal position

focus adjustment ring

clamp for focus adjustment ring

Video-Assist-System

aperture adjustment knobgear

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9. Accessories

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.

• To switch over the viewfinder image, turn the switching

knob ➪ photo . The knob does not need to be unlocked.

All other operating elements are identical in function to those on the standard viewfinder.

The anamorphic viewfinder can also be used together with the finder extender FE-3. A mechanical remote control facilitates switching over the viewfinder image in this operating position. The remote control is attached under the viewfinder arm to the shaft of the switching knob. The operating knob can be attached to the finder extender.

switching knob

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adjusting screw Allen screws

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brace

clamping screw

fastening screw

adjusting screw

Adjusting the AVF-2

Unlike the standard viewfinder, the anamorphic viewfinder will only provide an undistorted image in horizontal, locked position. The locking stops of the AVF-2 can be adjusted to an exactly horizontal position.

Using the AVF-2 on the Left Side of the Camera

• Loosen (do not remove) the two Allen screws ➪ photo in the locking stop.

• Turn the adjusting screw ➪ photo with an Allen key until the viewfinder image is free of distortion.

• Retighten the Allen screws.

Using the AVF-2 on the Right Side of the Camera

The AVF-2 can also be locked into horizontal position on the right side of the camera. An adjustable brace ➪ photo can be fitted to the camera for this purpose. The brace is attached to the accessory flange on the camera body with a screw ➪ photo . The horizontal position of the AVF-2 on the right side of the camera is adjusted solely on the brace.

• Loosen the clamping screw ➪ photo .

• Using the adjusting screw ➪ photo , pivot the brace until the viewfinder image is free of distortion.

• Retighten the clamping screw.

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Video Viewfinder VT-2

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.

fastening screws

Mounting the Video Viewfinder

Removing the Standard Viewfinder System

• Lock the viewfinder arm into horizontal position.

• Unscrew the three fastening screws of the standard

viewfinder system ➪ photo .

• Pull the viewfinder system up and off.

Mounting the VT-2

• Position the VT-2 on the camera body from above.

• Tighten the fastening screws. Mounting the video optic is carried out in the same way as on the standard viewfinder system (see

Chapter 8

)

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Work Light WL-3

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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. The work light can be turned on and off with the ring on the lamp head ➪ photo . The brightness of the work light can be adjusted with the mechanical aperture.

RS-socket

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Heated Eyecup HE-3

The heated eyecup prevents the eyepiece ➪ photo from 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.

• Set the heating level with the toggle switch ➪ photo : “LO”: low heat output “HI”: higher heat output.

If the camera and accessories are powered by battery, it is recommended to switch off the eyecup-heating during extended breaks in filming.

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.

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fastening screw

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fastening flaps

Functional Expansion Module FEM

The functional expansion module expands the application possibilities of the ARRIFLEX 435. It is included in the standard package of the ARRIFLEX 435ES. 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” socket: ESU-1, RU-1 ”CCU” socket: CCU-1, RCU-1, LCC and RS 232 interface.

Note: Use of the RU-1 is possible, but not recommended.

The range of frame rates that can be adjusted with the RU-1 is limited to 8.1 - 130 fps. Furthermore, the set frame rate does not correspond to the scale on the adjusting wheel. The exposure time in “Auto”-mode is also not 1/100 s, but 1/260 s.

The FEM is mounted directly onto the camera in place of the electronic cover.

• Switch off the camera’s main switch and disconnect the camera from the power supply.

• Unscrew the fastening screw on the electronic cover.

• Swing the electronic cover away to the side and pull off backwards.

• Place the fastening flaps of the FEM ➪ photo into the recesses in the camera housing.

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Ensure that the fastening flaps are properly positioned in the camera housing before swinging the FEM into place, otherwise they may catch and be damaged!

• Swing the functional expansion module onto the camera housing.

• Screw tight the fastening screw ➪ photo on the functional expansion module.

External Synchronization Unit ESU-1

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The use of the ESU-1 ➪ photo is only possible with the function expansion module attached to the camera. The external synchronization unit ESU-1 can be used with the ARRIFLEX 435/435ES as well as with the ARRIFLEX 535, 535B and 16SR 3. It allows synchronization of the camera to other equipment such as TV monitors. By means of a BNCsocket, it is possible to synchronize to an external standard video signal (50/60 Hz) or, through an inductive pickup, to a computer or video monitor. The camera display shows “ESU” in the upper line. The ESU-1 can be used for frame rates from 3 to 60 fps.

Note: The ARRIFLEX 435/435ES can additionally be

synchronized within a frame rate range of 3 to 150 fps. An appropriate cable is available on request.

The frame rate is indicated on the camera display in Mode 2. A phase shifter and a pilottone generator have also been integrated into the external synchronization unit. The synchronization is retained even when the camera is switched off. See TECHN. INFORMATION “External Synchronization Unit ESU-1”.

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button

Camera Control Unit CCU-1

The CCU-1 ➪ photo can only be used in conjunction with the functional expansion module. The electronic adjustment of the shutter angle is only possible on the ARRIFLEX 435ES. The camera control unit CCU-1 enables control of the following functions:

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battery compartment

socket

• Starting and stopping the camera.

• Selection of the frame rate.

• Selection of the shutter angle (only 435ES).

• Checking all set operational parameters.

• Entry of programmed frame rate changes (programs).

• Entry of programmed shutter angle changes (programs) (only 435ES).

• Display and operation of the film counter.

• Setting of warning signals.

• Display and setting of TC-time (time code) and TC-user bits.

• Display of the set TC-sensitivity in the REMOTE menu.

The camera control unit is supplied with power by the camera. If the camera is not connected, the camera control unit will be powered by the internal batteries. As the life of the camera control unit’s batteries is limited to to approx. 5 hours, the display illumination switches off

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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!

• Insert batteries as indicated on the battery pack.

• Insert the battery pack into the camera control unit and close the battery compartment.

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CCU-socket

Key Functions in all Menus

Connecting the Camera Control Unit

• Switch off the main camera switch (position “OFF”).

• Plug the cable KC 24S (2.4m) or KC 30S (20m) into the socket on the side ➪ photo of the camera control unit, pressing the slide on the plug in the direction of the plug.

• Plug the cable into the CCU-socket ➪ photo on the camera.

• Switch on the camera.

• Switch on the camera control unit with the red button

➪ photo on the side.

 Key Function

 RUN Starts and stops the camera.  SEND Sends the selected values to the camera.  HELP Shows the help text for the activated menu.  Cannot be used in the input mode.  The help text can be exited by depressing the ENTER-key.  EXIT Ends input mode  or exits the activated menu.  Switches display illumination on / off.

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Error Displays

In the case of operational errors on the CCU-1, the display on the camera control unit will show an error display that disappears again after the next key operation. Additionally, an acoustic signal will sound. This can be turned off.

The Main Menu

When the camera control unit is switched on, the main menu

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appears on the display. It enables access to the sub-menus. It also shows whether the camera is switched off (OFFLINE), is in standby (STANDBY) or is running (RUN). In addition, the frame rate set on the camera is displayed.

• With the keys “1” to “8”, choose the desired menu. The menu FORMAT (4) is intended for the ARRIFLEX 535 and has no function on the ARRIFLEX 435/435ES. On the ARRIFLEX 435 the menu SHUTTER (2) has no function.

The SPEED Menu

With the SPEED menu any frame rate within the acceptable range can be set, from 1 to 99.999 fps in increments of

0.001 fps, above 100 fps in increments of 0.01 fps. The frame rate can be altered in standby as well as while the camera is running. In the upper line, the frame rate currently set on the camera control unit is displayed, and below that, the frame rate of the camera.

• Switch the sliding switch ➪ photo on the camera to

“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.

Alternatively, other frame rates within the acceptable range can be entered directly:

• Switch the sliding switch ➪ photo on the camera to PS/CCU.

• Depress key “8 “ (VAR) in the SPEED menu.

• Enter the desired frame rate.

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• If digits after the decimal point are to have the value 0, these need not be entered. Complete the input with the “ENTER”-key. The selected frame rate is displayed in the uppermost line on the CCU.

• Transfer the chosen value to the camera with the “SEND”-key.

All selected frame rates within the acceptable range can be fine-tuned, from 1 to 99.999 fps in increments of 0.001 fps, above 100 fps in increments of 0.01 fps. This can be done in standby or while the camera is running.

To carry out a fine-tuning of the frame rate:

• Switch the sliding switch on the camera to PS/CCU.

• Pre-select the frame rate.

• Depress key “9” in the SPEED menu.

• Switch the camera to Mode 2.

• Carry out fine-tuning: Increase frame rate with key F1 Decrease frame rate with key F2

• Exit fine-tuning with the “EXIT”-key.

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sliding switch “NORM – PS/CCU”

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The SHUTTER Menu

This menu has no function on the ARRIFLEX 435. With the SHUTTER menu, shutter angles within acceptable range of 11.2° to 180° can be set as desired with an accuracy of 0.1°. The shutter angle can be changed in standby or while the camera is running. In the upper line the shutter angle currently set on the camera control unit is displayed, below that the shutter angle of the camera.

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• Using keys “1” to “7”, select one of the standard shutter angles listed in the SHUTTER menu. The selected shutter angle is displayed in the uppermost line.

• Transfer the selected value to the camera with the “SEND” key.

The REMOTE Menu

In the REMOTE menu the camera control unit displays the same information as the camera display. The last digit after the decimal point will be suppressed (4 digits instead of 5 as in the camera display).

The keys “F1” to “F4” assume the functions of the operating elements on the camera. The lower line of the CCU display shows the key functions:

F1 “PHASE” -button F2 “MODE” -button F3 “SET” -button (RESET on the CCU) F4 “PROG” -button (program)

Alternatively, other shutter angles within the acceptable range can be entered directly:

• Depress key “9” (VAR) in the SHUTTER menu.

• Enter the desired shutter angle.

• If the digit after the decimal point is to have the value 0, this needs not be entered. Complete the input with the “ENTER”-key. The selected shutter angle is displayed in the uppermost line on the CCU.

• Transfer the chosen value to the camera with the “SEND”-key.

Operating the camera in the REMOTE menu is analogous to operation with the respective buttons on the camera.

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The TIMECODE Menu

In the TIMECODE menu the current values are displayed: the time code time and user bits last entered on the CCU as well as the time code time and user bits of the camera.

Changing Time Code Time

• Depress key “5” to change to the time code menu.

• Depress key “1” - “TIMECODE” is displayed against a dark background.

• Depress the “ENTER”-key - the camera control unit is ready for input of the new TC-time.

• Enter a TC-time value within the acceptable range of 00:00:00 to 23:59:59 - the new TC-time is displayed. Confirm the input by depressing the “ENTER”-key; all unfilled digits will default to zero.

• Transfer the new TC-time to the camera with the “SEND”key.

Changing Time Code User Bits

• Depress key “2” - “USERBITS” is displayed against a dark background.

• Depress the “ENTER”-key - the camera control unit is ready for input of the new user bits.

• Enter up to 8 user bits with figures 0-9 or letters A-F the new user bits are displayed. Confirm the input by depressing the “ENTER”-key; all unfilled digits will default to zero.

• Transfer the new user bits to the camera with the “SEND”-key.

Note: On productions lasting several days we recom-

mend that the date and the camera number be entered as user bits (e.g. 280895C1) in order to ensure clear identification of the film stock.

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The OPTIONS Menu

The OPTIONS menu allows access to the sub-menus ASYNC-MODE, LENGTH UNIT, END WARNING and COUNTER DISPLAY MODE.

Note: The menu point END WARNING is not available

on the ARRIFLEX 435/435ES.

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• With the keys “1” to “4”, select the desired function.

ASYNC-MODE

The ASYNC mode enables switching the warning signal for asynchronous running on and off. There are four possibilities available:

  1 off on  2 on off  3 on on  4 off off

• Select the desired setting with the corresponding key.

• Transfer the chosen setting to the camera with the

Warning tone on camera start Warning tone on camera stop

“SEND”-key.

LENGTH-UNIT

The LENGTH-UNIT mode enables switching the film counter between meters and feet.

• Select meters with key “1” or feet with key “2” - the selected unit of measurement is displayed against a dark background.

• Transfer the chosen setting to the camera with the “SEND”-key.

COUNTER DISPLAY MODE

The COUNTER DISPLAY mode enables changing the configuration of the film counter. There are three possible combinations:

Note: The third menu point is not available on the

ARRIFLEX 435/435ES.

 c   1 total exposed film counter take counter  2 take counter total exposed film counter  3 total exposed film counter remaining film counter

amera-diplay camera-display

Mode 1 Mode3

• Select the desired combination with the corresponding key.

• Transfer the chosen setting to the camera with the “SEND”-key.

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The PROGRAM Menu

The PROGRAM menu enables writing and storing of programs (ramps) to change the frame rate and shutter angle (only on the ARRIFLEX 435ES). Up to 6 programs can be stored by the CCU-1. One at a time can be transferred to the camera by depressing the “SEND”-key. If the functional limits of the camera are exceeded, the CCU-1 will show an error reading when the selected values are sent to the camera. General information:

• The “FETCH”-key transfers a program that is already stored in the camera to the selected memory area of the CCU-1.

• The “DELETE”-key deletes the selected memory area.

• The “E” (edit)-key initiates the input of new values with the keys.

Note: Frame rate programs (ramps) are defined by a

starting frame rate, an end frame rate and an adjustment time. In the same manner, the shutter angle can be changed simultaneously within given limits.

sliding switch “NORM – PS/CCU”

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“PROG”-button

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Ramping with the ARRIFLEX 435

The ARRIFLEX 435 is, unlike the ARRIFLEX 435ES, not equipped with an electronically adjustable shutter. Therefore exposure compensation through parallel adjustment of the shutter angle during frame rate changes is not possible.

Speed Ramping with the ARRIFLEX 435

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Note: This description does not apply

to the ARRIFLEX 435ES

• Depress key “7” to change to the PROGRAM menu.

• With keys “1” to “6”, activate one of the available memory areas.

• Depress the “E”-key. The values can now be edited.

• Enter the desired starting frame rate. If the digits after the decimal point need not be entered, complete the entry with the “ENTER”-key.

• Confirm the displayed shutter angle (value should be between 11.2° and 180°) with the “ENTER”-key. This value will not be transferred to the camera as the mirror shutter of the ARRIFLEX 435 is not electronically adjustable.

• Enter the desired end frame rate. If the digits after the decimal point need not be entered, complete the entry with the “ENTER”-key.

• Enter the desired ramp time. If the digit after the decimal point needs not be entered, complete the entry with the “ENTER”-key.

• Transfer the program to the camera by depressing the “SEND”-key.

Note: A program previously stored in the camera will

be erased by this process.

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Ramping with the ARRIFLEX 435ES

User Defined Ramping:

Note: This function is not available on the ARRIFLEX 435

as it is not equipped with an electronically adjustable mirror shutter.

In user defined ramping the user can set – the starting frame rate and the starting shutter angle, – the end frame rate and the end shutter angle, – and the ramp time independently of each other.

• Depress key “7” to change to the PROGRAM menu.

• With keys “1” to “6”, activate one of the available memory areas.

• Depress the “E”-key. The values can now be edited.

• Enter the desired starting frame rate. If the digits after the decimal point need not be entered, complete the entry with the “ENTER”-key.

• Enter the desired starting shutter angle. If the digit after the decimal point needs not be entered, complete the entry with the “ENTER”-key.

• Enter the desired end frame rate. If the digits after the decimal point need not be entered, complete the entry with the “ENTER”-key.

• Enter the desired end shutter angle. If the digit after the decimal point needs not be entered, complete the entry with the “ENTER”-key.

• Enter the desired ramp time. If the digit after the decimal point needs not be entered, complete the entry with the “ENTER”-key.

• Depress the “SEND”-key to transfer the program to the camera.

Note: A program previously stored in the camera will

be erased by this process.

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Speed Ramping with Exposure Compensation:

Note: This function is not available on the ARRIFLEX 435

as it is not equipped with an electronically adjustable mirror shutter.

In addition to pure speed ramping, exposure compensa-

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tion is possible. The shutter angle is then linked to the speed ramp for constant exposure. The CCU-1 offers the possibility to automatically calculate such programs:

• Depress key “7” to change to the PROGRAM menu.

• With key “1” to “6”, activate one of the available memory areas.

• Depress the “A”-key to activate the “AUTO” mode.

• Depress the “E”-key. The values can now be edited.

• Enter the desired starting frame rate. If the digits after the decimal point need not be entered, complete the entry with the “ENTER”-key.

• Enter the desired end frame rate. If the digits after the decimal point need not be entered, complete the entry with the “ENTER”-key.

Note: A maximum of four aperture stops can be com-

pensated via the shutter angle. The starting and end frame rates may therefore only differ from each other by a maximum of factor 16.

• Depress the “C”-key. Calculation is started.

• The display shows the set frame rates (starting and end) with the corresponding shutter angles, as well as the time which the CCU-1 suggests for the ramp.

• To change the suggested ramp time, depress the “E”-key.

• Confirm frame rates and shutter angles by depressing the “ENTER”-key four times.

• Enter the desired ramp time. If the digit after the decimal point needs not be entered, complete the entry with the “ENTER”-key.

• Transfer the program to the camera with the “SEND”key.

Note: A program previously stored in the camera will

be erased by this process.

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Activating and Running Programs

Note: If the “PROG”-button on the camera is not

accessible, the “F4”-key in the REMOTE menu on the CCU-1 can be used as a “PROG”-button.

• Set the NORM/PS switch on the camera to “PS/CCU”.

• Activate the program mode with the “PROG”-button on the left side of the camera (the indication “Pr” appears in the camera display).

• Start the camera. The camera runs at the starting frame rate and the corresponding shutter angle.

• Depress the “PROG”-button. The camera changes its frame rate (and the shutter angle – only 435ES) in the programmed time to the end frame rate (and end shutter angle – only 435ES).

• By again depressing the “PROG”-button the frame rate (and shutter angle – only 435ES) will return to their starting values simultaneously.

Note: To prevent an unintentional alteration the

function of “PROG” button can be locked using the sliding switch “LOCK”. However this locking does not affect connected accessories such as the CCU-1.

Note: The program itself is stored in the camera and

therefore can also be activated if the CCU is not plugged in. As soon as a program is activated, accessories connected to the “ACC” socket will no longer control the camera. At the same time, it is no longer possible to send a new program from the CCU to the camera. Furthermore, the RCU-1 can only be used in the “CAM” Mode.

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Displaying Programs which are Stored in the Camera

• Depress the “PROG”-button to activate the stored program.

• Depress the “MODE”-button six times (or four times if no functional expansion module is attached) to change to Mode 7.

• The display shows an angle symbol and the starting shutter angle in the upper line. In the lower line the starting frame rate is shown.

• Depress the “SEL”-button.

• The display shows an angle symbol and the end shutter angle in the upper line. In the lower line the end frame rate is shown.

• Depress the “SEL”-button.

• In the upper line “SEC” is shown, in the lower line the ramp time.

Note: After 3 seconds the display switches back ito

the start display of mode 7.

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The INFO Menu

The INFO menu allows access to the menu points STATUS and COUNTER and enables switching on and off the acoustic signal on the camera control unit. The 3rd menu point is not available on the ARRIFLEX 435/435ES.

• Select the desired menu point with keys “1” to “2”.

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• Switch on or off the acoustic signal with key “4”.

STATUS

STATUS displays the values currently set on the camera.

COUNTER

COUNTER displays the current values of the total exposed film and take counters as well as the power supply voltage to the camera.

SOUND CCU ON/OFF

The acoustic signal of the CCU can be switched on and off with key “4”. When switched on, a test signal sounds.

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Remote Control Unit RCU-1

Use of the RCU-1 ➪ photo is only possible in conjunction with the functional expansion module. The RCU-1 is a practical remote control unit for all newgeneration ARRIFLEX cameras, not only for the ARRIFLEX 435/435ES, but also for the ARRIFLEX 16SR 3, 535 and 535B. It can be used in all applications that call for an uncomplicated, quick, sturdy and yet still comprehensive remote control. An automatic mode enables synchronous control of running speed and shutter opening angle for automatic exposure compensation. Complete programs can easily be created to control changing of frame rate and angle of the mirror shutter over a certain period of time. These programs can be recalled repeatedly as necessary. The RCU-1 automatically calculates the actual screen-time for the programmed speed ramps. Running values can be regulated with the large handwheel. The free programming of end stops to individually defined minimum and maximum values is particularly comfortable. The illuminated LCD-display quickly, precisely and comprehensively shows all set values as well as the status of the camera, or the RCU-1 respectively, including all warning signals.

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For further information see the RCU-1 instruction manual.

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Laptop Camera Controller LCC

The LCC is a computer program that allows the ARRIFLEX 435, 435 ES, 535, 535B or 16SR 3 to be controlled from a laptop or notebook computer. The LCC is available for Macintosh PowerBooks (Series 100, 200, 500) and for Windows PC’s. An easily understandable user-interface ➪ photo provides access to all camera status information and enables setting

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operational parameters, as well as time code time and user bits. Additionally, the LCC can be used to log film stock and to create camera reports.

Monitoring/Controlling

- Frame rate and shutter angle can be precisely controlled. Often used values can be stored in a menu.

- Frame rate changes in any number of steps can easily be programmed and stored. The LCC automatically computes the screen time, the shutter angles necessary for exposure compensation and the length of film that will be exposed.

- In conjunction with the iris control unit (ICU), it is possible to run exposure compensated frame rate programs with cameras not equipped with an electronically adjustable shutter.

- For multiple exposures, frame-accurate rewinding is possible.

- Setting time code and camera preferences is simplified.

Accounting

- The film stock accounting functions offer a clear overview of raw stock and exposed film.

- Camera reports can be created and filled in either automatically or manually. For each take, information such as frame rate, shutter angle, take length, frame numbers, time of day or time code data can be automatically recorded in the camera report. This can then be printed or exported as a text file.

- A daily film report lists all the footage used according to emulsion number.

For further details, see the information pamphlet.

 File Edit FPS Shutter Programs Accounting Tools

Status: Standby  FPS: 24.000 Shutter: 180.0 °

 Take: 6'  Total: 10'  Frames:  434

   Battery: 24 V Program: None

Timecode: 00:05:25:01 NDF  Userbits: 00:01:19:96  TC Status:On

Sample Accounting

RUN

Mode

Reset Total

Run at 1 fps

- 0.001 fps

+ 0.001 fps

On Off

Set TC/UB

Phase

PGM Trigger

Roll: 4 New Roll Close Roll

 Scene Take W NG  FPS Shutter Ft/Tk Total – 12 1 – 12 2 12.000 180.0 1 3 – 12 3 – 12 4 23.976 180.0 4 9 – 12 5 23.976 180.0 1 10 – 67 1 23.976 180.0 8 18 – 68 1 13.678 180.0 10 28 – 68 2 13.678 180.0 2 30 – 68 3 24.000 180.0 19 49 – 68 4 – 68 5

435

 12.000 180.0 1 3

•

 6.000 180.0 2 5

•

 13.678 180.0 11 60

•

Open

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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)

To facilitate operating the camera from the right side, a RUN-button is also integrated into the R/S-socket distributor.

Mounting the R/S Socket Distributor

• Plug the R/S-socket distributor into the R/S-socket ➪ photo.

• Tighten the fastening screw ➪ photo .

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accessory socket distributor

The RS-socket supplies the same voltage as the camera power supply. Voltages over 32 V will be limited to 32 V. Ensure that the accessories to be used are suited to the available voltage!

fastening screw

R/S socket distributor

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Accessories

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10. 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,

• faster lenses,

• shorter lens focus for close-up shots,

• clearly reduced image distortion and geometric aberrations. In addition, a greater variety of post-production possibilities is available.

For shooting in Super 35, the lens mount receptacle and the upper plate of the bridge plate must be altered for the format. This ensures that the lenses and accessories are exactly aligned to the displaced optical center of Super 35.

Converting the Lens Mount Receptacle to Super 35

For shooting in Super 35, the lens mount receptacle must be turned 180°.

• Remove the six cylindrical screws ➪ photo .

• Unscrew both locking grips ➪ photo .

• Turn the lens mount receptacle so that the number “2” is

positioned next to the marking ➪ photo .

• Unscrew the index pin ➪ photo and screw into the opposite inner thread.

• Screw both locking grips firmly into the correct operating position ➪ photo .

• Replace the six cylindrical screws and screw tight.

• Check the flange focal distance.

locking grips marking

index pin

cylindrical screws

Super 35

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index arrows screws

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 plate can be converted to Super 35 as follows:

• Remove the two screws ➪ photo .

• Turn the compensation bar 180° and screw tightly in this position.

Note: The viewfinder system is so designed that no

alteration is necessary for shooting in Super 35.

For instructions on inserting format masks into the film gate for Super 35, see Regarding illuminated format markings for this format, see

Chapter 6, Optics, Viewfinder System, ARRIGLOW

Chapter 5, Camera Body, Film Gate

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Arri ARRIFLEX 435 Instruction Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Safety Specifications

Warnings

General Safety Specifications

Important Notes

Safety Specifications

Product Specifications

Explanation of the Symbols in the Instruction Manual

Contents

1.General Description of the ARRIFLEX 435/435ES

2. Installation of the Camera

Packing and Transport

Tripod Heads

Installation

Horizontal Leveling of the Camera

spirit level

Bridge Plates BP-8, BP-9

Removing the Camera from the Tripod

lens support

lens support ring clamp screwlens support

Grip System

Attaching Additional Handgrips

grip system

Operation from the Shoulder

Shoulder Set S-4

3. Power Supply

Power Supply

Battery NC 24/7 R

Charger NCL 24 R

CHS-1 (Camera Highspeed Supply Module)

Mains Unit NG 12/24 R

Mains Unit NG 12/26 R

Accessory Power Supply

12 V Accessories

24 V Accessories

Overload Display

RS-socket

4. Magazines

Loading the ARRIMAG 120

film cutting gauge

safety catch

tensioning plates

Removing Exposed Film

Transport and Storage

loop protector

5. Camera Body

Mechanically Adjustable Mirror Shutter ARRIFLEX 435

Camera Body

Electronically Adjustable Mirror Shutter ARRIFLEX 435ES

Checking the Shutter Locking Mechanism

Exchanging the Ground Glass

Film Gate

Changing the Format Masks

film gate

Movement

Attaching the Magazine, Threading the Movement

pitch adjustment

Pitch Adjustment

Removing the Magazine

6. Optics

Lenses

Optics

Viewfinder System

Adjusting the Diopter

eyepiece

knurled ring viewfinder arm

Turning the Eyepiece

Image Compensation

Inverting the Image

ARRIGLOW

Exchanging the Format Mask

7. Camera Operation

Main Camera Switch

Running and Stopping the Camera

Inching

Displaying and Setting Operational Parameters

Overview of Display Modes