Arri ARRIFLEX 235 User Manual

Instruction ManualAs of: May 2005 ALL ARTWORK, PICTURES AND TEXTS ARE COVERED BY OUR COPYRIGHT. THEY MUST NOT BE COPIED (E.G. ON CD-ROM, DISKS OR INTE

10102.2 DisclaimerBefore using the products described in this manual be sure to read and understand all respective instructions. The ARRIFLEX 235 is o

100100All StandardAfter the function set all settings to default was called, all settings are cleared. They cannot be recalled.This menu recalls a def

101101The default values are:WB = INDOOR Manual Gain with GAIN = 0 Flicker free = ON Line Interpolation = ON Y/C data = ON BNC OUT = VBS Mini-Monitor

10210210.4.4 White Balance (WB) and Manual Gain Control (MGC) Menu White balance and manual gain control allows to change the color appearance and bri

103103• If white balance is on manual, the display will change. Lines left of RED and BLUE will appear indicating that the red and green saturation o

104104Manual White Balance blue increase/decreaseManual white balance blue increase/decrease is only available if white balance control is on manual.I

105105Manual Gain Control On/OFFIn parallel to the control via keyboard, the manual gain control can also be programmed via the on-screen menu. Manual

106106Manual Gain increase/decreaseManual gain increase/decrease is only available if manual gain control is on.If manual gain is on, it is possible t

107107ExitUse exit to return to the main menu.• Move the cursor > with the keys Ê and Ë to the line – EXIT and press the key Í or Ì.Note: Pressin

10810810.4.5 Video and Text Adjustment Menu This sub menu allows to change basic video settings as well as the appearance of the inserted man readable

109109In parallel to the control via keyboard, the flicker free off can also be programmed via the on-screen menu.• Move the cursor > with the keys

1111or replacement of equipment or property, any costs or recovering of any material or goods associated with the assembly or use of our products, or

110110Composite or Y/C signal at BNC ConnectorsThe IVS has two BNC sockets, which can be switched to output two independent composite signals or one Y

111111Mini-Monitor Output as normal video or video with dataThe mini monitor output can be programmed to have normal video or video with data.If the o

112112InverseThis menu changes the appearance of all man-readable windows. The format markings are not changed. If inverse OFF is selected, the charac

113113ExitUse exit to return to the main menu.• Move the cursor > with the keys Ê and Ë to the line –EXIT and press the key Í or Ì.Note: Pressing

11411410.4.6 Format Marking Menu The IVS can insert two different format markings electronically in the video image, either individually or simultaneo

115115Activate Format MarkingsIf the electronic format markings are not parallel to the ground glass format markings, readjust the CCD chip with the a

116116Position - Positioning of the Format MarksThe format markings can be adapted to every different format. The format markings on the ground glass

117117White Level - Setting the Brightness of the Format MarkingsThe brightness of the format markings can be set to black (0), dark gray (1), and lig

118118ExitUse exit to return to the main menu.• Move the cursor > with the keys Ê and Ë to the line – EXIT and press the key Í or Ì.Note: Pressin

11911910.4.7 Compare/Store Menu The IVS can store one particular image, display it or overlay it against the live image in front of the camera to comp

1212General Description

120120Store imageThe IVS can store one particular image, display that or overlay it against the live image in front of the camera to compare both imag

121121ExitUse exit to return to the main menu.• Move the cursor > with the keys Ê and Ë to the line – EXIT and press the key Í or Ì.Note: Pressin

12212210.4.8 System and Status Menu The IVS can insert the camera system and status into the video image.The status line inserts information from the

123123If the film counter is in the take mode, the data in meter, foot or seconds of the last take are displayed. In the mode footage, the added length

124124System LineThis sub menu line switches the insertion of camera system data on (ON) and off (OFF) independently of other inserted data.• Move th

125125Status LineThis submenu line switches the insertion of camera status data on (ON) and off (OFF) independently of other inserted data.• Move the

126126PositionThe window can be positioned anywhere on the monitor screen. Position is only available if at least one of the two lines is on.• Move t

127127Film CounterThe film counter is slaved to the footage counter of the film camera. It always displays the values, which are in the camera. Therefor

12812810.4.9 User Text Menu The IVS can insert additional text into the video image, for example the production name or a scene number. The text can b

129129 MENU USER TEXT -> - USER TEXT LINE ON - EDIT TEXT - CLEAR TEXT - POSITION - SIZE SMALL - BACKGROUND BOXED - EXIT• Enter the U

13133. General Description of the ARRIFLEX 235 The ARRIFLEX 235 is a compact, lightweight MOScamera. • Operational parameters can be set directly on

130130The menu EDIT TEXT is displayed on the screen:• The X-Symbol shows, which position in the user text line is to be changed. To move this text in

131131PositionThe window can be positioned anywhere on the monitor screen.• Move the cursor > with the keys Ê and Ë to the line – POSITION. Activa

132132BackgroundThe background of the window can be set electronically to black in normal display mode or to white in inverse mode (BOXED) to improve

133133 MENU USER TEXT - USER TEXT LINE ON - EDIT TEXT - CLEAR TEXT - POSITION - SIZE SMALL - BACKGROUND BOXED-> - EXITExitUse exit t

134134Accessories

13513511. Accessories accessory mounting pointsaccessory mounting pointaccessory mounting pointAccessoriesAccessory Mounting Points On the camera body

136136Universal Viewfinder UV-1 When using anamorphic lenses, the UV-1 allows desqueezed viewing of the ground glass image. This viewfinder arm can also

137137Work Light WL-3 • Screw the dovetail-adapter to the handgrip.• Slide the work light into the dovetail-guide and clamp.• Connect the plug to t

138138Remote 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

139139External Synchronization Unit ESU-1 The external synchronization unit ESU-1 ➪ photo can be used with the ARRIFLEX 235 as well as with the 435 mo

1414movement in locked position loop protectormagazine opening coverInstallation

140140Remote Control Unit RCU-1 The RCU-1 ➪ photo is a practical remote control unit for all new-generation ARRIFLEX cameras. It can be used in all ap

141141• The RCU cable is connected to the remote socket ➪ photo on the camera.For further information see the RCU-1 instruction manual.Note: The RCU

142142WRC/CAM sliding switchWRC rotary switchIRIS sliding switchSEL button MODE button OPEN/PHASE buttonhandwheelON buttonRELEASE button radio channel

143143Wireless Remote Control WRC-1 The Wireless Remote Control WRC-1 is a handy remote control unit for use with all of the latest generation of ARRI

144144Super 35

14514512. Super 35 When delivered, the camera is set to Super 35. The Super 35 format offers a range of technical advantages compared to filming with a

146146Converting the Bridge Plate to Super 35 The current position, standard or Super 35, is displayed by two index arrows on the sliding upper plate.

14714713. Maintenance When maintaining and cleaning the camera and accessories, pay careful attention to the following notes and tips:• Always discon

148148Camera Cleaning the Film Gate Loose dust or dirt leads to a layer of emulsion forming on the film gate. This can cause scratches on the film and c

149149To clean the film gate• Remove the layer of emulsion from the film gate with a plastic rod (e.g. an ARRI film gate cleaner). Under no circumstance

15154. Installation of the Camera 4.1 Packing and Transport In order to prevent damage to the mirror shutter, a protective cap must be on the lens mou

150150Cleaning the Spacer Gate Loose dust leads to a build-up of emulsion on the spacer gate. This can cause scratches on the film and a change in the

151151Cleaning the Field Lens • By briefly depressing the “PHASE”-button, the shutter is positioned to protect the mirror surface from damage as far a

152152Magazine Cleaning the Throat AssemblyThe throat assembly ➪ photo can be disassembled for cleaning.• Loosen the three screws ➪ photo on the thro

153153• Hang the hook of the measurement device ➪ photo on the film core which is to be measured.• Attach the open magazine to the camera.Do not plac

154154Maintenance

15515514. Appendix The frame rate of the camera is constantly monitored while it is running. If the actual frame rate deviates from the set frame rate

156156Error text in display Error text in IVS ProblemtrAnS oPEn movement open movement openbound F-len maximum takelength exceeded As no 1000ft

157157Problem Cause Remedy Scratches on the emulsion side of the negativeIn the image area, Dirty or damaged cross bars Clean or, if defective, re

158158Problem Cause RemedyUnsteady ImageVertical Heavy emulsion build-up in the film gate area, Clean film gate area, damaged film perforation, u

159159Problem Cause RemedyProblems at extremely low temperaturesDamage to the film Greatly reduced tensile strength and increased The camera, batte

16164.3 Riser Plate To use the ARRIFLEX 235 together with a bridge plate on a tripod, it is necessary to bring the camera into the correct position to

160160Appendix

16116115. Technical Data Film Format35mm (DIN 15501)Magazines235 Shoulder Magazine 60/200 (SHM-1) ...forward only, up to 60 fps235

162162Ground GlassesInterchangeable for various filming formats, same ground glasses as Arriflex 435Operating Temperature Range-20°C to +50°C (-4°F to +

16316316. Order Numbers ARRIFLEX 235 Body 4 perforation ...K1.55000.0ARRIFLEX 235 Body 3 perforation

164164Magazines235 Shoulder Magazine 60/200 (SHM-1) ...K2.55001.0235 Shoulder Magazine 120/400 (SHM-2) ...

16516517. ARRI Service Germany ... Arnold & Richter Cine Technik Türkenstraße 89 D-80799 München phone: +49 (089) 3809-0 fax: +49 (089) 380

166166Index

16716718. Index IndexAaccessories ... 13524 V ...

168168IndexCcablecabling the IVS ... 72KC-42S ...

169169Indexoverview of display modes ... 56shutter angle ... 59t

1717Note: 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

170170Indexforward operation ... 61frame ratechanging while camera is running ...

171171Indexinstallation ... 15IVS ...

172172Indexmainfeatures IVS ... 67menu IVS ...

173173IndexPpacking and transport ... 15peak load, current ...

174174standard video controls ... 79automatic gain control ... 86chang

175175universal viewfinder UV-1 ... 136user text menu ... 128bac

176176white balance ... 82, 102AWB ... 8

MAIN MENU -> - LOAD/STORE - WB/GAIN - VIDEO/TEXT ADJ - FORMAT MARKING - COMPARE/STORE - SYSTEM/STATUS - USER TEXT - EXITARE YOU SURE? (N

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1818Removing the Camera from the Tripod • Before removing the camera make sure that all cables are disconnected and that the eyepiece leveling rod is

19194.5 Lens Support The lens support consists of the lens support LS-7 (can be snapped onto 19 mm support rods) ➪ photo or the lens support LS-8 (can

RUN-button PHASE-button locking grip on camera dooraccessory mounting pointlocking grip on magazine covereyepiece lock eyepiece eyecup handgrip should

20204.6 Grip System The multipurpose grip system on the ARRIFLEX 235 guarantees high stability through its fixed connection to the camera body and prov

2121Low Mode Handle The low mode handle is a triple post handle. It can be mounted to the camera using 3 hexagonal screws ➪ photo.To the low mode hand

2222Low Mode Support LMS-1 The Low Mode Support LMS-1 ➪ photo is a sturdy triple post camera handle with integrated Steadicam low mode plate that atta

2323With the Low-Mode Riser, plate-to-lens distance is increased, but the plate level is now above the level of the viewfinder; a longer plate attached

24244.7 Operation from the Shoulder The shoulder cushion can be used with or without the riser plate.• Attach the shoulder pad to the camera body by

25255. Power Supply The acceptable voltage range is from 20.6 to 35 V DC. The power supply cable is attached to the power supply socket on the camera.

26265.1 Battery NC 24/7 R The battery NC 24/7 R has a capacity of 7 ampere-hours.• Ensure that the main switch on the camera is off.• Plug the batte

27275.3 Mains Unit NG 12/24 R Use of the mains unit is recommended for filming in the studio and when using electronic accessories with a high power co

28285.5 Accessory Power Supply 24 V Accessories The RS-sockets supply the same voltage as the camera power supply. Ensure that the accessories to be u

29296. Magazines In addition to the new 235 magazines, all ARRIFLEX 435, ARRIFLEX 35 III and 35 II magazines – with the exception of the shoulder maga

331. ContentsContents2. Safety Instructions and Legal Disclaimer ..72.1. Safety Instructions ...7Warning signs

30306.1 Loading the Shoulder Magazine Loading the magazine should be practised in daylight with a piece of test film until the procedure can also be ca

3131• Swing the roller arm ➪ photo away from the winding shaft until it locks in place.• Place the film roll next to the magazine, preferably on a fil

3232• By again turning the drive gear counter-clockwise, trans-port the film inside the magazine.• Flip up the hinged locking clip on the take-up sha

3333Note: To tension the film in the magazine, press in both tensioning plates ➪ photo and turn out-wards.tensioning plateslatchesMagazines

34346.2 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

35356.3 Transport and Storage Loaded or empty magazines should only be transported or stored with the loop protector ➪ photo attached to avoid damage

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37377. Camera Body 7.1 Mechanically Adjustable Mirror Shutter The mirror shutter on the ARRIFLEX 235 can be mechanically adjusted while the camera is

3838• Insert the shutter tool ➪ photo fully into the holes to unlock the shutter blade and to hold the shutter in ist position.• Turn the movement i

3939Filming with HMI Light When lighting scenes with HMI/CID-discharge lamps, the pulsing light intensity is dependent on the supply frequency. To ach

4Contents8. Optics ...478.1 Lenses ...478

40407.2 Exchanging the Ground Glass • By briefly depressing the “PHASE”-button in standby, the shutter is positioned to protect the mirror surface fro

41417.3 Movement The ARRIFLEX 235 features a 5-link movement, equipped with ball-bearings for low maintenance.Never operate the movement locking mecha

42427.4 Attaching the Magazine, Threading the Film • Pull the magazine release lever ➪ photo back and remove the cover.• Open the camera door.• Rem

4343Note: The magazine drive gear engages automatically. In case it does not engage properly, turn the magazine drive gear slightly and try again.•

4444Note: Before the movement block is swung forwards, make sure that the film is correctly positioned in relation to the film gate over the entire are

45457.5 Removing the Magazine If the film has not run through the camera completely:• Open the camera door.• Open the movement by turning the inching

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47478. Optics 8.1 Lenses All ARRIFLEX lenses with a PL-mount can be used. Lenses with a Ø 41 mm standard or bayonet mount cannot be used. Heavy and lo

48488.2 Viewfinder System The viewfinder system on the ARRIFLEX 235 can be swivelled in two axes. The viewfinder image is always upright and correct left

4949Adjusting the DiopterThe diopter compensation is fitted with a scale ➪ photo of 1 to 12. Position “6” is normal focus.• To adjust, turn the ring r

5Contents11. Accessories ...135Accessory Mounting Points ...135Universal Viewfin

5050Note: The unlocking key can be locked in ist open position by turning it.Extending the Viewfinder ArmThe viewfinder arm can be telescoped continuou

5151Reactivating Image Compensation• Turn the adjustment knob ➪ photo until it locks in position. Do not depress the locking key.Note: The automatic

5252Optics

53539. Camera Operation 9.1 Main Camera Switch • First switch on the mains unit (if used).• Connect the camera to the mains unit or to the battery.•

5454• Briefly depress the “RUN”-button. While the camera is running up, the operation control indicator ➪ photo glows red. Once the set frame rate has

5555Inching Inching can be started by depressing the “PHASE”-button while the camera is in standby. If the “PHASE”-button is only briefly depressed, th

5656Overview of Display Modes Mode 1 is displayed: after switching on the camera, after depressing the “RUN”-button or 30 seconds after the last opera

5757Overview of Display Symbols Symbol Meaning glows The display is in Mode 1.bat glows Battery voltage too lowasy glows Asynchronous operation

58Mode 1 take length or total exposed filmMode 3 total exposed film or takelength58Film Counter Displaying the Film Counting Values (Modes 1 and 3)Film

5959Setting the Film Counter Configuration (Mode 3)The display configuration can be set individually. The two shown combinations are possible:The desire

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6060Frame Rates The ARRIFLEX 235 offers the possibility to set and store two frame rates. It is possible to select and store:• a standard frame rate

6161Setting a Programmed Frame Rate (Mode 2)Standby Operation• Change from Mode 1 to Mode 2 by depressing the “MODE”-button once.• Depress the “SEL”

6262Fine-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

6363Displaying the Power Supply Voltage (Mode 3) • Change from Mode 1 to Mode 3 by depressing the “MODE”-button twice. The power supply voltage is sh

6464Switching On and Off the Warning Signal for Asynchronous Running (Mode 4) Standby Operation• Change from Mode 1 to Mode 4 by depressing the “MODE

6565Mode 5 Changing the Run up Speed:In menu 5 the run up speed can be changed in two steps. The faster run up speed uses less film, but sometimes when

6666Camera Operationswitch check/hide menu on/offÉ/Y video with data or Y-SignalÈ/C clean video or C-signalmini-monitor connectorflicker-free on/off wh

676710. Video-Assist-System 10.1 General Description of the IVS The Integrated Video-Assist System (IVS) for the ARRIFLEX 235 brings the highly praise

6868• Full white balance control In addition to the standard indoor white balance setting witch 3200 K, an outdoor setting with 5600 K and an automat

6969• Dedicated controls Important image changes such as gain or white balance can be done immediately in parallel to the on-screen programming with

772. Safety Instructions and Legal Disclaimer General safety instructions Read and understand all safety and operating instructions before you operate

707010.2 Setup 10.2.1 Installation A 1.5 mm allen key and a 3 mm allen key are used. Take the handle and the transport cover off the camera. • To tak

7171• To get the transport cover of the video assist off, open the screws on the IVS ➪ photo with a 3 mm allen key and remove the transport cover to

7272• Push the IVS as shown until the gap between the camera and the IVS closes.• Close the screws on the IVS ➪ photo with a 3 mm allen key.• Remou

7373Composite Video OutputsComposite video is only available if the output is switched to VBS out. • To switch to composite video (VBS mode), enter t

7474Y/C OutputIn comparison to the composite outputs, the Y/C outputs offer the even better S-VHS quality. There are also normal video and video with

7575There are normal video and video with data signals available from the same pair of connectors.• To switch between normal video and video with dat

7676Black and White OutputThe Y part of the Y/C output is a standard black and white signal. To get black and white, use a standard BNC cable with 75

7777• To switch between normal video and video with data, use the on-screen program mode. Enter the main menu by pressing the Enter/Insert key Ñ for

7878Mini Monitor OutputThe IVS has a connector for a standard mini-monitor.As there is only one mini monitor connector, it is possible to switch betwe

797910.3 Standard Video Controls The IVS can be used like a standard video assist if no inserter features are used.Note: All currently used settings

88Do not operate the system in high humidity areas or expose it to water or moisture.Do not place the system on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, brack

8080Hide MenuIf the on-screen program mode is on because the settings are changed, the Menu (M) position clears the screen. For example, if color is t

8181Check all settings on the connected monitor.If the mechanical iris is closed more than necessary, the IVS will compensate by increasing the gain a

828210.3.4 White Balance (WB) The IVS offers a choice for White Balance between • an automatic control (AWB) • fixed setting of indoor (IND) • fixe

8383Using the on-screen menuPlease see chapter 10.4 Inserter Facilities for basics on the On-Screen display.In parallel to the control via keyboard, t

8484Manual White Balance red increase/decreaseManual white balance red increase/decrease is only available if white balance control is on manual.If ma

8585Manual White Balance blue increase/decreaseManual white balance blue increase/decrease is only available if white balance control is on manual.If

868610.3.5 Gain Control The IVS can change the brightness of the video image electronically. This gain control can be automatic or manual. If the auto

8787Using the on-screen menuPlease see chapter 10.4 Inserter Facilities for basics on the On-Screen display.In parallel to the control via keyboard, t

8888Manual Gain increase/decreaseManual gain increase/decrease is only available if manual gain control is on.• Move the cursor > with the keys Ê

898910.3.6 Flicker free on/off Flicker free can be switched off to bypass the digital frame store and have the video assist output with no delay.The fi

99Specific safety instructions Never run the camera without a lens or a protective cap in the lens mount receptable!Never operate the movement locking

9090Using the on-screen menuPlease see chapter 10.4 Inserter Facilities for basics on the On-Screen display.In parallel to the control via keyboard, t

919110.3.7 Changing Format marking number The IVS can insert different format markings. It is possible to have • no format marking (OFF), • format m

9292Using the on-screen menuPlease see chapter 10.4 Inserter Facilities for basics on the On-Screen display.In parallel to the control via keyboard, t

939310.3.8 Storing a video image The IVS can store one particular image, display that or overlay it against the live image in front of the camera to c

9494Using the on-screen menuPlease see chapter 10.4 Inserter Facilities for basics on the On-Screen display.• Enter the main menu by pressing the Ent

959510.4 Inserter Facilities In addition to the usual video assist functions, the IVS offers a variety of inserter facilities. There are two different

9696• Within sub menus the cursor > can be moved up and down again by pressing the key Ê or Ë. The keys Í or Ì will now change settings (e. g. swi

979710.4.2 Main Menu The inserter’s main menu is displayed on the monitor screen when the on-screen programming is activated by pressing the Enter/Ins

989810.4.3 Load/Store Menu The IVS can store up to 6 sets of settings and recall them. Thus it is possible to make all settings for e.g. indoor shooti

9999Load SettingsIt is possible to load one out of six settings. Those new settings will influence all adjustments that can be made electronically.The