AAton XTRprod User's Guide

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SYSTEM FEATURES AND CONTROLS111USER 16 US.sept 6/12/97 17:28 Page 11

1.1 FRONT VIEW1 Friction Adjusting Ring adjusts the tension of the eyepiece swivel.2 Tape Measure Stud holds tape measure at film plane.3 Lateral Lock

1.2 BACK VIEW11 Magnetic Drive provides magnetic magazine coupling.12 Mag Release Lever releases the magazine for removal.13 Amph9 accessory input pro

1.3 BATTERY SIDE21 CCD Control Unit fastens to the body for CCD operation.22 CCD On/Off powers the CCD assist. Switch off to conserve battery life.23

1.4 MOTOR SIDE 31 LCD Control Panel displays AatonCode, ASA, speed, voltage, remaining footage.32 Carrying Handle includes tape measure stud, 3/8-16 a

16SETShowSYNCFps/FtEX/VARtimeISObatt/isoMAGElapse1.5 LCD CONTROL PANEL - QUICK REFERENCEIN SHOW MODE24’ - 080 Camera speed and Remaining footage (d

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THE CAMERA BODY192USER 16 US.sept 6/12/97 17:28 Page 19

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2.1 LENSES The XTRprod’s flexible lens mounting system allows for the use of a widevariety of 16mm, 35mm and still-photographic lenses. 2.1.1 ArriPL Le

ring is tight enough so that it cannot be inadvertantly unlocked.2.1.3 Aaton Lens PortThe XTRprod can also be equipped with an Aaton lens port. Inorde

the hyperlong finder, which is twice as long as the standardextension finder, can be used.Note that standard short eyepiece can now be equipped with ahe

rotate the adjusting ring slightly and retighten the screw; 1/8 of aturn, at first, will have an effect. To increase tension of the eyepieceswivel, rot

the eyepiece shutter must be closed any time the camera is runningfilm and the operator’s eye is away from the viewfinder.To close the eyepiece shutter

between std 16 and Super16 operation, the XTRprod requiresseparate screens for std 16 and Super16 formats.2.2.8 Changing the Viewing ScreenThe viewing

2.2.9 Adjusting the Viewing ScreenThe image on the viewing screen should be sharp, and its focusshould match to that of the film. This can be best dete

through the viewfinder and rotate the jog to set the desired level ofillumination. The markings will remain illuminated for a full 2minutes after the c

the lens holder (see diagram). Gently rotate the shutter at its basewith your finger until the brass driving gear is centered underneaththe tool guidin

Aaton is able to achieve an ultra-precise pulldown with a minimalnumber of moving parts. The co-planar concept is the key to thecamera’s low-noise ope

INTRODUCTIONThis manual contains the handling, care and operatinginstructions for the Aaton 16mm XTRprod camera and itsperipherals. Also included are

For a few years now, Aaton has inserted a spacer between the lensport and the camera body. This thin (0.3mm) metallic ring isresponsible for the preci

now appear to be less sharp than usual. Most likely, you may needto readjust the precise focus of the viewing screen. Refer to the 2.9section of this

carrying handle of the camera as you guide the mag in place. Pushfirmly and evenly until you feel and hear the magazine snap intoplace.6.2 Removing the

accessories. With accessories in use, this number will decrease.2.7.1 Installing the Battery on the CameraThe on-board battery fits below the CCD contr

This includes AC power supplies, battery blocks, lithium cells andcar batteries.Get into the habit of carrying a standard XLR4 powercable in yourpacka

enables the body to run at any speed between 3 and 75 in .001frame increments. A phase adjustment of the variable speed isaccessible from the EX/VAR s

operation and loop situating.•From a Remote CableThe Lemo2 connector, as well as Lemo6, Lemo8 and Amph9accessory connectors, provide the capability of

stock being used. Set the camera to run or test position and adjustthe lens iris until the center green diode is darkened; this will beyour proper met

darkened, the camera’s lightmeter is set correctly. If the darkeneddiode is to the left or right, it is possible to adjust its reading.• 5 - To access

operates in two modes: Show and SET. To show a parameterwithout adjusting, go directly to one of the four function buttons (1through 4 in the diagram)

AATON XTRprod User GuideThis manual has first been written by Peter Abel - ABELCINE TECH - AATON2 rue de la Paix38000 GrenobleFRANCE(33) 4 7642 9550(3

If AatonCode has been initialized in the camera, press button Timeto view timecode information. Toggling button Time will displayhour/minute/second, t

toogling SYNC or via the jog wheel.2.10.8 Camera Specific SpeedTo choose a specific speed press SET, then EX/VAR. Make yourselection of any .001 increme

2.10.12 Footage ElapsedWith the camera stopped, press button MAG to view the elapsedfootage of the previous camera run. With the camera running, press

35mm 4-Perf camera, working with the software version number6.00.2.11 LED INDICATORSThe XTRprod utilizes LED indicators in three locations to conveyin

2.11.5 Low Speed Indicator● Yellow diode is on.● ❍ ● ❍ ● Red diode is blinking fast.The LCD control panel displays Lo Speed.2.11.6 End-of-Film Warning

2.12.1 Installing the Control UnitBoth the VR42 and VR46 CCD control units can be easily attachedonto the XTRprod in a few seconds without the need fo

2.12.3 Positioning the BeamsplitterThe beamsplitter adjustment screw is located underneath a small,capped port on the battery side of the camera. To a

to one side, the angle of the beamsplitter must be adjusted. The beamsplitter axis adjustment is located to the above/right of theaperture and consist

In order to conserve battery life, get into the habit of shutting offthe VR42 assist when not in use.The VR46, on the other hand, because of its color

need to remove the assembly frequently, this procedure can bedemonsrated and taught to you by an Aaton technician. Contactyour Aaton representative fo

1 SYSTEM FEATURES AND CONTROLSFront View 12Rear View 13Battery Side 14Motor Side 15LCD Control Panel - Quick Reference 162 THE CAMERA BODY2.1 Lense

• 3 - Check that the exposed lens of the CCD head assembly is freeof dust particles. If necessary, clean this surface with lens fluidapplied with a foa

• 7 - Plug the control unit into the PBX and fasten it to the bodywith three allen screws. Connect a BNC cable to a monitor andpower the XTRprod. Turn

You may use the VR46 color CCD assist in two different ways.In some special situations (if you're filming in the dark for example),it might be mor

you need between 24 and 25 frames per second. Keep in mind thatchoosing 24 fps, provides a non standard video signal, that youwon't be able to re

• Phase adjust (PAL only)This adjustment is available by pressing down on the “menu” buttonwhen turning VR46 on.Phase adjust is designed to move the fl

when the video is set to 24 fps, the XTR Prod should run at 23.98fps (this slight variation between these two speeds comes from someelectronical imper

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Installing the Battery on the Camera 33Battery Charging 33Other Power Options 342.8 Motor 35Camera Speeds 35Using External Speed Devices 36Electronic

The Beamsplitter Axis Adjustment 48The Manual Iris 48Battery Life with CCD Assists 49Installing the CCD Heads 49The VR46 Color CCD Assist 52Menu Opera

4.6 Transport 724.7 Extreme Conditions 73Cold Weather 73Warm Weather 745 CLEANING5.1 Lens 78Lens Elements 78Lens Exterior 78Mounting Surface 785.2 Bod

6.4 Super16 Field Conversions 87Before You Begin 87Procedure 887 AATONCODE7.1 Concept 967.2 The Internal Clock 967.3 OriginCplus 977.4 Initializing Aa