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ARRIFLEX 435 AdvancedInstruction ManualAs of: November 2001ALL ARTWORK, PICTURES AND TEXTS ARE COVERED BY OUR COPY-RIGHT.THEY MUST NOT BE COPIED FOR R

10• Clean optical surfaces only with a lens brush or a cleanlens cloth! In cases of solid dirt moisten a lens cloth withpure alcohol.• Do not use solv

100Accessories

101Remote Control Unit RCU-1Use of the RCU-1 ➪ photo is only possible in conjunction withthe functional expansion module. The RCU-1 is a practicalremo

102WRC/CAM sliding switchWRCrotary switchIRIS sliding switchSEL buttonMODE buttonOPEN/PHASEbuttonhandwheelON buttonRELEASE buttonradio channelRF-LEDCA

103Wireless Remote Control WRC-1The Wireless Remote Control WRC-1 is a handy remotecontrol unit for use with all of the latest generation ofARRIFLEX c

104Sample Accounting File Edit FPS Shutter Programs Accounting Tools?RUNPhasePGM TriggerStatus: StandbyFPS: 24.000Shutter: 180.0°ModeReset

105Laptop Camera Controller LCCThe LCC is a computer program that allows the ARRIFLEX 435Advanced, 435 ES, 535, 535B or 16SR 3 to be controlledfrom a

106Accessory Socket Distributor (11-pin)Mounting the Accessory SocketDistributor• Push the accessory socket distributor ➪ photo ontothe 11-pin socket.

10712. Super 35The Super 35 format offers a range of technical advantagescompared to filming with anamorphic lenses:• a larger selection of available

108Converting the Bridge Plateto Super 35The current position, standard or Super 35, is displayed bytwo index arrows on the sliding upper plate. The b

10913. Time CodeIn modern post-production, time code (TC) is finding in-creased application. The precise correlation of the film,sound and video recor

113. General Description of the ARRIFLEX 435 AdvancedThe ARRIFLEX 435 Advanced is a compact, light-weightMOS- and HS-camera. Due to the modular design

110Mounting the Time Code Module• Switch off the camera’s main switch and disconnect thecamera from the power supply.• Unscrew the three screws from t

111Checking the Loop LengthThe upper film loop must lie within the markingotherwise the time code recording position willnot have the correct relation

112Setting Film Sensitivity (TCS-Value)In order to attain optimal readability of the recorded timecode, the brightness of the recording LED must be ad

113Setting the TCS Value (Mode 6)• Depress the “MODE”-button five times to change fromMode 1 to Mode 6.• Depress the “SEL”-button four times; an “S” a

114Time Code InputSetting Time Code Time and User BitsThe time code generator (TCG) which is integrated into thefunctional expansion module can be set

115External SynchronizationThe ARRIFLEX 435 Advanced can also be synchronized toother time code compatible equipment. For this it is necessaryto plug

116Displaying Time Code and User BitsDisplaying Current Time Code Time (Mode 4)• Depress the “MODE”-button three times to change fromMode 1 to Mode 4.

117Switching On and Offthe Time Code RecordingBefore switching on time code recording, the TCS-valuemust be set (TCS-value > 0).Switching on Time C

118Time Code and theExternal Synchronization Unit ESU-1Via the ESU-1, it is also possible to operate the ARRIFLEX 435Advanced synchronously to other e

119Replacing the Buffer BatteryThe buffer battery ➪ photo is a standard 9V battery(we recommend IEC designation GLRG 1, e.g. DuracellMN 1604 or Varta

12Installationmagazineopening covermovementin locked positionloop protector

120Overview of the Display Indicationsin Time Code OperationTime code symbol (TC) Time code is set, and will be recordedwhen the camera is running.No

1211st display-digit for TC warnings0123456789AbCdEF Warning Remedy••••••••no valid TC frame rate set correct TC frame rateor switch off TC•• •• •• ••

1223rd display-digit for TC warnings0123456789AbCdEF Warning Remedy••••••••TC magazine not recognized use a suitable 435 magazine•• •• •• ••TC not set

12314. MaintenanceWhen maintaining and cleaning the camera and accessories,pay careful attention to the following notes and tips:• Always disconnect t

124CameraCleaning the Film GateTo avoid a build up of dirt in the image area, the formatmask on the ARRIFLEX 435Advanced is set back from the sur-face

125To remove the film gate• Switch off the camera’s main switch and disconnectthe camera from the power supply before removingthe film gate.• Turn the

126Cleaning the Spacer GateLoose dust leads to a build-up of emulsion on the spacergate. This can cause scratches on the film and a changein the coeff

127Cleaning the Field Lens• By briefly depressing the “PHASE”-button, the shutter ispositioned to protect the mirror surface from damageas far as poss

128MagazineCleaning the Throat AssemblyThe throat assembly ➪ photo can be disassembled forcleaning.• Loosen the three screws ➪ photo on the throat ass

129Do not place your hand in the running magazine!• To set the take-up shaft, run the camera at 24 fps. Forsetting the tension of the feed shaft, the

134. Installation of the CameraPacking and TransportIn order to prevent damage to the mirror shutter,a protective cap must be on the lens mountrecepta

130Maintenance

13115. AppendixThe frame rate of the camera is constantly monitored whileit is running. If the actual frame rate deviates from the setframe rate, the

132mfpsAppendixDisplay: Monitoring DefectiveNote: The warning “Monitoring Defective” can be over-ridden by switching off and on the camera’smain switc

133AppendixAcceleration limit shutterSpeed limit adjustable sectorPhase Offset between Shutter and Transportbigger than +/-2000 countsNote: When the e

134Problem Cause RemedyScratches on the emulsion side of the negativeIn the image area, Dirty or damaged cross bars Clean or, if defective, replace th

135AppendixProblem Cause RemedyUnsteady ImageVertical Heavy emulsion build-up in the film gate area, Clean film gate area,damaged film perforation, us

136AppendixProblem Cause RemedyProblems at extremely low temperaturesDamage to the film Greatly reduced tensile strength and increased The camera, bat

137Appendix

138Appendix

13916. Technical DataFilm Format35mm (DIN 15501)MagazinesARRIMAG 120 ... forwards/reverse up to 150 fpsARR

14Horizontal LevelingThe ARRIFLEX 435/435ES is equipped with a spirit levelto aid horizontal leveling of the camera ➪ photo.If the camera is set on a

140Ground GlassesInterchangeable for various filming formatsOperating Temperature Range-20°C to +50°C (-4°F to +122°F)Power SupplyUp to 130 fps ...

14117. Order NumbersARRIFLEX 435 Advanced ... KARRIFLEX 435 Advanced, anamorp

142Cable KC-42 (for RS socket) ... K4.47473.0Cable KC-26 (for accessory socket) ...

14318. ARRI ServiceARRI ServiceGermany ... Arnold & RichterCine TechnikTürkenstraße 89D-80799 MünchenTel.: (089) 3809-0Fax: (089) 3809-1244E

144Index

145Index19. Index12 V accessories... 2424 V accessories...

146IndexBbalancing the camera ... 15batteries, replacingCCU-1 ...

147Indexkey functions ... 89LENGTH-UNIT ... 94ma

148IndexMode 9 ... 59monitoring defective ... 132o

149Indexfilm stock accounting ... 105filterfilter foils ...

15Attaching the Bridge Plate to the Camera• Fasten the sliding upper plate ➪ photo with the two slitscrews to the camera base. Both cylindrical pins ➪

150IndexIICS ... 86ICS socket ...

151Indexremoving exposed film ... 31roller arms... 28saf

152IndexOoperational parametersdisplaying and setting ... 57OpticOptic Academy ...

153IndexRU-1 ... 84RUN-button ...56, 58

154Indexsupport rods ... 1515 mm ...

155IndexUunit of measurement (meters/feet)changing on film counter ... 62user bits ...

Technical data are subject to change without noticePrinted in GermanyIdent Nr. 5.58231.0

16Lens SupportThe lens support consists of the lens support LS-7 (can besnapped onto 19 mm support rods) ➪ photo or the lenssupport LS-8 (can be pushe

17Grip SystemThe multipurpose grip system on the ARRIFLEX 435/435ESguarantees highest stability through its fixed connection tothe camera body and pro

18Installationshoulder set S-4 shoulder cushionbase plate

19Operation from the ShoulderShoulder Set S-4The shoulder set S-4 was designed to optimize shoulderoperation of the ARRIFLEX 435 Advanced. It allows t

locking grip onmagazine coverlocking grip oncamera door400 ft magazineeyepiece lockdisplay“RUN“-buttonoperation control indicator“MODE“-button“SEL“-bu

20Shoulder 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

215. Power SupplyThe acceptable voltage range is from 20.6 to 35 V DC.Depending on the desired frame rate, the followingvoltage range should be chosen

22Battery NC 24/7 RThe battery NC 24/7 R has a capacity of 7 ampere-hoursand is suitable for frame rates up to 130 fps.• Ensure that the main switch o

23Mains Unit NG 12/24 RUse of the mains unit is recommended for filming in the studioand when using electronic accessories with a high powerconsumptio

24Accessory Power Supply12 V Accessories12 V accessories can be attached to the 11-pin accessorysocket ➪ photo which provides stabilized 12 V DC with2

2524 V AccessoriesThe RS-socket supplies the same voltage as thecamera power supply. Voltages over 32 V willbe limited to 32 V. In this case, the allo

26Magazines

276. MagazinesIn addition to the new 435-ARRIMAG magazines ➪ photo,all ARRIFLEX 35 III and 35 II magazines – with the exceptionof the shoulder magazin

28Loading the ARRIMAG 120Loading the magazine should be practised in daylight witha piece of test film until the procedure can also be carriedout conf

29• Insert the film through the left slit on the magazine throatassembly from the inside ➪ photo.Do not catch the film.• With your free hand, turn the

tensioning platecompartment forTC buffer batteryfunctional expansionmodule (FEM)mechanical footage indicatoroverload displayRS-socketvideo optical tap

30• Without changing the length, thread the film into the rightfilm channel.Do not catch the film.• By again turning the drive gear counter-clockwise,

31• Close the magazine cover. The roller arms will be auto-matically unlocked.• To lock the cover, turn the locking grip clockwise and flipit back int

32Transport and StorageLoaded or empty magazines should only be transportedor stored with the loop protector ➪ photo attached to avoiddamage to the fi

33locking mechanism7. Camera BodyElectronically Adjustable Mirror ShutterThe mirror shutter on the ARRIFLEX 435 Advanced can beelectronically adjusted

34Checking the Shutter Locking Mechanism• Switch on the camera’s main switch.• In standby, briefly depress the “PHASE”-button.• Switch off the camera’

35Shutter Angle Measurement • Holding the “PHASE”-button depressed in standby willmake the camera inch forward.• The display shows the measured shutt

36Filming with HMI LightWhen lighting scenes with HMI/CID-discharge lamps, thepulsing light intensity is dependent on the supply frequency.To achieve

37Exchanging the Ground Glass• By briefly depressing the “PHASE”-button in standby, theshutter is positioned to protect the mirror surface fromdamage

38Film GateChanging the Format MasksA format mask and filter holder must always be insertedin the film gate.To take out the format mask:• Switch off t

39To insert a format mask:• Check that the film gate frame and the contact surfaceare absolutely clean.• Push the new format mask ➪ photo sideways int

cover onmagazine openingmain camera switchadjustablemirror shutterPL mountadjustment knob formanual imagecompensationfinder armlocking key formanual i

40Inserting Filters into the Film GateFilter foils such as gelatine filters can be inserted into thefilter holder.The camera display does not show a w

41MovementThe ARRIFLEX 435 Advanced features a highspeed 5-linkmovement, equipped with ball-bearings for low maintenance.Never operate the movement lo

42Attaching the Magazine,Threading the Movement• Pull the magazine release lever ➪ photo back andremove the cover.• Open the camera door.• Check that

43• Lock the magazine completely into the camera opening.Note: The magazine drive gear engages automatically.Lightly turning the knurled knob on the m

44• Bring the film loop into position ➪ photo.• Position the film by one perforation hole onto the positioningpin ➪ photo in the film guide, bringing

45Pitch AdjustmentThe camera is delivered with a transport claw pitch adjustedto 4.74 mm (short pitch). With this basic setting, negativefilm stock ha

46Removing the MagazineIf the film has not run through the camera completely:• Open the camera door.• Swing back the movement block just far enough to

478. OpticsLensesThe ARRIFLEX 435 Advanced is prepared for the Lens DataSystem. All ARRIFLEX lenses with Lens Data System can beused. It is also possi

48Viewfinder SystemThe viewfinder system on the ARRIFLEX 435 Advanced can beswivelled in two axes. The viewfinder image is always up-right and correct

49The EyepieceRemoving the Eyepiece• Hold the eyepiece with one hand and with the other turnthe knurled ring ➪ photo towards the “OPEN” positionas far

5Contents1. Contents2. Safety Specifications ...9Warnings ...

50Adjusting the ViewfinderTurning the EyepieceThe eyepiece can be rotated 360° around the viewfinderarm. The eyepiece is held in adjusted position by

51Image CompensationThe viewfinder system is fitted with an automatic image com-pensation mechanism.To enable setting a different image position in ce

52ARRIGLOWAttaching ARRIGLOWThe ARRIGLOW module is available as an option. It allowsilluminated format markings to be superimposed onto theviewfinder

53Exchanging the Format Mask• Open the camera door as wide as possible.• Grip the format mask ➪ photo with the special forcepsand pull downwards and o

54Optics

559. Camera OperationMain Camera SwitchThe main camera switch ➪ photo is located on the backof the camera below the magazine opening.• First switch on

56Running and Stopping the CameraA “RUN”-button is located on the left side of the camera➪ photo.Running the Camera If the operation control indicator

57InchingInching can be started by depressing the “PHASE”-buttonwhile the camera is in standby. If the “PHASE”-button is onlybriefly depressed, the mo

58Overview of Display ModesMode 1 is displayed:after switching on the camera,after depressing the “RUN”-button or30 seconds after the last operation.M

591st Display Line 2nd Display Line Adjustment PossibilityMode 5 time code user bits time code user bits time code user bits can only be set viatime c

6Contents8. Optics ...47Lenses ...

60Overview of Display SymbolsSymbol Meaningglows The display is in Mode 1.bat glows Battery voltage too low for the set frame rate≤ 130 fps and voltag

61mfpsmfpsmfpsDisplay: Movement OpenThe display shows if the movement has not been lockedcorrectly into operating position.The operation control indic

62Film CounterDisplaying the Film Counting Values (Modes 1 and 3)Film counting values are shown in Modes 1 and 3.Two different counting values are sho

63Displaying the Angle of the Mirror Shutter(Mode 1)• As long as the “PHASE”-button is depressed while instandby, the set angle of the mirror shutter

64Selecting 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”.• Depr

65Switching Between Forward and Reverse Operation (Mode 2)Standby Operation• Change from Mode 1 to Mode 2 by depressing the“MODE”-button once.• Depres

66Shifting PhaseTo film quartz-synchronized monitors, hold the “PHASE”-button depressed after the camera has run up until thehorizontal bar is no long

67Switching On and Off the Warning Signal forAsynchronous Running (Mode 6)Standby Operation• Change from Mode 1 to Mode 6 by depressing the“MODE”-butt

68Mode 8Changing the Ramping Speed:In menu 8 the ramping speed can be changed in threesteps.• Depress the “SELECT“-key several times until thedesired

69Mode 9In this mode the external control configuration of thecamera can be selected when the MCI-1 module ismounted on the right side of the camera:m

7Contents12. Super 35...107Converting the Lens Mount Receptacle to Super 35 ...107Converting the Bri

70The camera can only be set to a motion control mode whenthe “NORM/PS” switch is in “PS/CCU” position.When an external control mode is enabled, the c

71Camera OperationSpecial care has to be taken:• The acceleration ramp should be very smooth (e.g.some systems tend to run "staircase" type

72• Mini monitor connector• Switch ON/OFF/Keyboard locked• Manual gain control (ON)• White balance (Indoor/Outdoor/Automatic/Manual)• Flicker free (ON

7310. Video-Assist-SystemThe Integrated Video-Assist System (IVS) for the ARRIFLEX435 integrates a complete video assist system totally intothe camera

74• Store and recall for all settingsAll settings can be stored and recalled. By this, it is possiblefor example to trim all the settings for indoor s

75• External synchronization input (Genlock)The IVS has an external synchronization input to enablemulti camera use.• Mini monitor connectorThe IVS of

76Optic SilentFor a complete and working IVS, either the optic silent orthe optic acacemy has to be installed inside the CCD opticmodule. They can be

77CCD Optic ModuleThe CCD optic module, which is mounted on the ARRIFLEX 435view finder system has to be equipped with a video lens.This module contai

78Accessories

7911. AccessoriesAnamorphic Viewfinder AVF-2When using anamorphic lenses, the AVF-2 allows de-squeezedviewing of the ground glass image. This viewfind

8Contents

80Adjusting the AVF-2Unlike the standard viewfinder, the anamorphic viewfinderwill only provide an undistorted image in horizontal, lockedposition. Th

81Video Viewfinder VT-2The video viewfinder VT-2 is a 100%-video-tap module. Itcan easily be fitted in place of the standard viewfinder systemfor Stea

82Work 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”-

83Heated Eyecup HE-3The heated eyecup prevents the eyepiece ➪ photo fromfogging in low temperatures e.g. when filming outdoorsin winter.• Pull the nor

84Functional Expansion Module FEMThe functional expansion module is included in the standardpackage of the ARRIFLEX 435 Advanced.The TC-generator, the

85Ensure that the fastening flaps are properly po-sitioned in the camera housing before swingingthe FEM into place, otherwise they may catchand be dam

86Motion Control Interface MCI-1The MCI-1 ➪ photo is attached to the 26pin connectoron the lower right side of the camera and secured with ascrew ➪ ph

87Camera Control Unit CCU-1The CCU-1 ➪ photo can only be used in conjunction withthe functional expansion module. The electronic adjustmentof the shut

88approx. 10 seconds after the last operation when it is beingrun on batteries, and the camera control unit itself switchesoff after approx. 5 minutes

89Key Functions in all MenusKey FunctionRUN Starts and stops the camera.SEND Sends the selected values to the camera.HELP Shows the help text for the

92. Safety SpecificationsWarningsNote: Operational error possible!Danger of injuryor equipment damage possible!General Safety SpecificationsAttention!

90The SPEED MenuWith the SPEED menu any frame rate within the acceptablerange can be set, from 1 to 99.999 fps in increments of0.001 fps, above 100 fp

91All selected frame rates within the acceptable range can befine-tuned, from 1 to 99.999 fps in increments of 0.001 fps,above 100 fps in increments o

92The REMOTE MenuIn the REMOTE menu the camera control unit displays thesame information as the camera display. The last digit afterthe decimal point

93Changing Time Code User Bits• Depress key “2” - “USERBITS” is displayed against adark background.• Depress the “ENTER”-key - the camera control unit

94LENGTH-UNITThe LENGTH-UNIT mode enables switching the filmcounter between meters and feet.• Select meters with key “1” or feet with key “2” - thesel

95The PROGRAM MenuThe PROGRAM menu enables writing and storing of programs(ramps) to change the frame rate and shutter angle.When the camera is set to

96Ramping with the ARRIFLEX 435 AdvancedUser Defined Ramping:In user defined ramping the user can set– the starting frame rate and the starting shutte

97Speed Rampingwith Exposure Compensation:In addition to pure speed ramping, exposure compensationis possible. The shutter angle is then linked to the

98Activating and Running ProgramsNote: If the “PROG”-button on the camera is notaccessible, the “F4”-key in the REMOTE menu onthe CCU-1 can be used as

99Displaying Programswhich are Stored in the Camera• Depress the “PROG”-button to activate the stored program.• Depress the “MODE”-button six times (o