Xterà User’s Guide January 2007
AATON Xterà User Guide AATON 2 rue de la Paix BP 3002 38000 Grenoble FRANCE +33 4 7642 9550 +33 4 7651 3491 fax E-mail: support@aaton.com Web: http://www.aaton.com Limitation of Liability The information contained in this manual is distributed without warranty of any kind, express or implied.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 SYSTEM FEATURES AND CONTROLS Front View Rear View Battery Side Motor Side LCD Control Panel - Quick Reference 2 1 0 1 1 1 2 1 3 14 THE CAMERA BODY 2.1 Lenses ArriPL Lens Port Installing the Lens Aaton Lens Port 2.2 Viewing System Viewfinder Options Attaching the Extension Finder Viewfinder Tension Adjustments Adjusting the Diopter The Eyepiece Shutter Adjusting the Viewing Horizon Viewing Screen Changing the Viewing Screen Adujsting the Viewing Screen Aatonite Illumination 2.
Installing the Battery on the Camera Battery Charging Other Power Options 2.8 Motor Camera Speeds Using External Speed Devices Electronic Inching 2.9 Lightmeter Display Operation Using the Lightmeter without Running Film Testing and Adjusting the Meter Turning the Lightmeter Off 2.
TABLE OF CONTENTS The Manual Iris Battery Life with VHR Assists Installing the VHR Heads The VHR Color VHR Assist Menu Operation 3 THE MAGAZINE 3.1 Concept 3.2 Compatibility DX Magazines Super16 Safe 3.3 Pressure Plate System The Picture Plate The Claw Plate 3.4 Mag Identification System Mag ID Changing the ID of a Magazine 3.5 Loading Feed Side - In the Changing Bag Take-up Side - In Daylight 3.
3/8 Accessory Screw Mounting from the Carrying Handle Tape Measure Stud 4.6 Transport 4.7 Extreme Conditions Cold Weather Warm Weather 5 CLEANING 5.1 Lens Lens Elements Lens Exterior Mounting Surface 5.2 Body Exterior Mounting Surfaces Camera Gate 5.3 Viewing System Viewing Screen Eyepiece Viewfinder 5.4 Magazine Exterior Pressure Plates Interior / Film Path 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 7 7 7 7 7 8 8 9 9 9 9 9 AATONCODE 6.1 Concept 6.2 The Internal Clock 6.3 OriginCplus 6.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Checking the Diodes Setting the ASA Checking for Running Time 7 77 7 7 77 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS List of Specifications Connector - Pin Attributions Available Viewing Screens 80 81 82 7
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2 3 1 9 4 8 5 10 6 7 1.1 FRONT VIEW 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 10 Friction Adjusting Ring Tape Measure Stud Lateral Lock Knob Beamsplitter Access Cap VHR Cover PL Lens Port Wooden Handgrip Eyepiece Lock Ring Eyepiece Shutter Body Run/Test Switch adjusts the tension of the eyepiece swivel. holds tape measure at film plane. locks the lateral position of the viewfinder. covers the port which accesses the beamsplitter adjustment screw. accesses the VHR head. standard mounting system for Xterà.Xterà.
GENERAL OVERVIEW 13 14 15 11 16 12 17 18 19 20 1.2 BACK VIEW 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Magnetic Drive Mag Release Lever Amph9 Manual Iris Lever Lemo14 Battery Lock Screw Camera Fuse XLR4 Lemo8 Lemo6 provides magnetic magazine coupling. releases the magazine for removal. accessory input provides +/-, Hz, and camera run functions. controls CCD iris operation. connects CCD head to the CCD control unit. fastens the on-board battery to the camera body.
22 27 26 21 23 28 24 29 25 30 1.3 BATTERY SIDE 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 12 VHR Control Unit VHR On/Off Carrying handle Viewfinder Locking Ring Run/Test Switch Take-up Latch On-board Batteries LED Indicators Lemo2 Adjusting Screw fastens to the body for video operation. powers the VHR assist (see VHR user's guide). includes 3/8-16 accessory hole and adjusting tools. locks left/right orientation provides camera run and full frame inching from the handgrip. locks the magazine take-up door.
GENERAL OVERVIEW 41 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 1.4 MOTOR SIDE 31 32 33 34 35 LCD Control Panel Diopter Set Ring Lemo5 Lightmeter On/Off On/Off Rotating Switch 36 37 38 39 40 41 Motor Aaton Jog AatonCode Led Feed Latch Mag Footage Counter Eyepiece Friction Ring displays AatonCode, ASA, speed, voltage, remaining footage. adjusts the diopter setting to the operator's eye. AatonCode and SMPTE timecode communication. activates the lightmeter display in the viewfinder. for Run/Stop/Test fonctions.
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2.1 LENSES The Xterà's flexible lens mounting system allows for the use of a wide variety of 16mm, 35mm and still-photographic lenses. Flange focal distance Refers to the critical distance from the lens seat to the film plane. The precise FFD of the Xterà is 52mm -8 to -17µm as measured with a depth gauge in the lens port. It is recommended that these tolerances be checked and maintained by a qualified technician.
THE CAMERA BODY secured in place and the lock ring is firmly set. Make sure the lock ring is tight enough so that it cannot be inadvertantly unlocked. 2.1.3 Aaton Lens Port The Xterà can also be equipped with an Aaton lens port. In order to install the Aaton port, the ArriPL lens seat and locking ring must first be removed.
finder can be fitted in place of the short eyepiece. With an Elemak or Mitchell type dolly, or in situations requiring additional reach, the hyperlong finder can be used. Note that standard short eyepiece can be equipped with a heating system, as well as 250mm eyepiece extension in order to avoid any condensation on the eyepiece lens. Aaton can provide you a heating lens (neutral, + 3 or - 3 diopters) and the corresponding cable. 2.2.
THE CAMERA BODY d c b a (c). Hold the eyepiece in place, rotate the adjusting ring slightly. To increase tension of the eyepiece swivel, rotate the adjusting ring clockwise; to decrease the tension, rotate the adjusting ring counterclockwise. 2.2.4 Adjusting the Diopter Before shooting, the diopter setting of the viewfinder should be adjusted to the operator’s eye. To set the diopter (d) look through the viewfinder, rotate the diopter set ring until the edge of the crosshair is at its sharpest point.
To close the eyepiece shutter on the standard bellows eyepiece and 250mm extension, grasp the ring at the base of the eyecup and rotate 1/8 of a turn counterclockwise.On the hyperlong finder, rotate the knurled ring closest to the eyecup counter-clockwise to close the shutter. Checking your Viewing Horizon here is a simple means of determining whether adjustment of the horizon needs to be made. Mount a zoom lens onto the camera and rest the camera on your shoulder in a standard handheld position.
THE CAMERA BODY 2.2.8 Changing the Viewing Screen The viewing screen is designed to be easily removed by the user for the purposes of interchanging or for cleaning. To remove the screen, unscrew the black tool marked Vw located in the hollow at the rear of the camera’s carrying handle. Remove the port cap. Clear the mirror shutter so that it is rotated safely inside the body by rotating at the base of the shutter with your finger or by setting the camera to test position, then removing the battery.
Warning ! Each time you're touching the mirror, the viewing screen, or anything inside the lens port, disconnect the battery. You will therefore avoid any risk of seriously damaging your camera. 2.2.9 Adjusting the Viewing Screen The image on the viewing screen should be sharp, and its focus should match to that of the film. This can be best determined with the use of a collimator, or by looking through the viewfinder and checking that the sharp focus of a lens matches the measured distance on its barrel.
THE CAMERA BODY operate Aatonite, power the body and switch the run/test switch to test position and off again to turn on the camera electronics. Look through the viewfinder and rotate the jog to set the desired level of illumination. The markings will remain illuminated for a full 2 minutes after the camera is set in the off position. The illumination level set in test position will be memorized and recalled once the camera is run. The illumination level can also be readjusted while the camera is running.
Make certain that the battery is off the camera and remove the port cap. Locate the tool guiding hole to the lower right of the inside of the lens holder (see diagram). Gently rotate the shutter at its base with your finger until the brass driving gear is centered underneath the tool guiding hole. Insert the shutter tool through the guiding hole and into the brass gear.
THE CAMERA BODY 2.4 FILM GATE AND PULLDOWN CLAW 2.4.1 Co-planar Movement All Aaton cameras incorporate a patented means of advancing the film called a co-planar claw movement. By utilizing this technique, Aaton is able to achieve an ultra-precise pulldown with a minimal number of moving parts. The co-planar concept is the key to the camera’s low-noise operation.
cleaned every three to four mags if the shooting schedule permits. Refer to the Cleaning chapter for more detailed information. 2.5 FLANGE FOCAL DISTANCE ADJUSTMENT 2.5.1 Concept For a few years now, Aaton has inserted a spacer between the lens port and the camera body. This thin (0.3mm) metallic ring is responsible for the precise distance between the lens port seat and the film plane called the flange focal distance (FFD), and therefore it is also mainly responsible for the sharpness of the images.
THE CAMERA BODY lenses locking ring. Do not forget to unscrew two or three turns the locking ring stop, if you have a PL lens port. 2.5.4 Adjusting the Viewing Screen Because you have changed the distance separating the base of the lens and the camera body, the image on your viewing screen might now appear to be less sharp than usual. Most likely, you may need to readjust the precise focus of the viewing screen. Refer to the 2.2.9 section of this chapter to proceed. 2.5.
yourself towards the rear motor side of the camera body. If the aperture cover plate is on, remove it. Place your left hand around the front of the camera just underneath the lens area. Grasp the magazine firmly with your right hand below the midway point of its rear. While holding the camera body with your left hand, guide the magazine along the base of the camera into the aperture area.
THE CAMERA BODY 2.7 POWER Xterà body requires only 12 volts for all aspects of operation. One standard Aaton on-board (12V 3,5 Ah rechargeable Nimh) will power the camera, video and any accessories which are connected to the body’s accessory inputs (such as zoom controls, speed controls etc.) through a standard 4 pin XLR connector. Two 3,5 Ah onboard batteries can be installed on the Xterà. 2.7.
Nimh Batteries Tips Follow a few simple rules to insure the long life of your Nimh cells: • Allow batteries to run through their normal cycle of charging and use. Avoid topping off partially full batteries. Once every few months, discharge cells to 8-10V using a standard discharger to minimize their memory. • Do not rapid-charge your cells more than necessary, as the added heat will eventually shorten their life span. Instead, recharge batteries at a normal charging rate when your schedule allows.
THE CAMERA BODY specific speed selector enables the body to run at any speed between 3 and 75 in .001 frame increments. A phase adjustment of the variable speed is accessible from the EX/VAR selector. The camera speed can also be adjusted while the camera is running in either sync or variable mode. For more information on these speed functions, refer to section LCD Control Panel and Jog of this chapter. 2.8.
and loop situating. •From a Remote Cable The Lemo2 connector, as well as Lemo6, Lemo8 and Amph9 accessory connectors, provide the capability of using a remote on/off with either a half-frame or full-frame inching function. 2.9 LIGHTMETER The Xterà is equipped with an internal lightmeter that is designed to read the quantity of light reflected off the film itself. For added accuracy, the meter measures the light by means of two photocells.
THE CAMERA BODY your proper metered exposure. Remember, the lightmeter is giving you an average reading of the entire frame. You may choose to vary the suggested exposure according to subject conditions. 2.9.3 Using the Lightmeter without Running Film It is also possible to use the lightmeter without actually running the camera. Set the ISO selection to the exposure index of the film being used. Set the camera to test position using the on/off switch on the body or the handgrip.
• 5 - To access the lightmeter potentiometer, remove the complete viewfinder by means of the four screws which mount it to the front housing. Locate the hole between the two viewfinder screwholes on the top motor side of the front housing. The white potentiometer will be visible within this hole. • 6 - With a small screwdriver, adjust the potentiometer slightly; 1/8 of a turn will have an effect.
THE CAMERA BODY 4 in the diagram) to view relative information. To set a parameter, first press SET, then go to the appropriate button. Information is changed by either toggling that button or by rotating the jog, depending on the parameter. Pressing SET afterwards (or waiting for 7 seconds) will enter your selection.
hour/minute/second, then year/month/day, then the six-digit production ID, then the camera’s equipment #, in that order. 2.10.5 ASA Setting When using the internal lightmeter and/or AatonCode in the Xterà, the ASA (ISO) setting must be adjusted to the exposure index of the film stock being used. The ISO selector on the LCD control panel provides settings between 25 and 1000 ASA.
THE CAMERA BODY To choose a specific speed press SET, then EX/VAR. Make your selection of any .001 incremented crystal speed between 3.000 and 75.000 fps via the jog. To set the camera to be driven from an external source (such as film/video synchronizer or external speed control), press SET, then EX/VAR twice. Et will be displayed, indicating that camera is set in external mode. 2.10.9 Speed Phasing The phasing of the variable speed can be set to eliminate a roll bar while filming a monitor.
MAG to view the elapsed footage of that particular take. The display will revert back to the default mode (speed and remaining footage) after 10 seconds. Changing Speeds while Running the Camera Any camera speed, wether preset or specific, can be changed when the camera is running. To do so, run the camera, then follow these simple steps: • Operating under a preset speed (in sync mode), press SET, then SYNC, then use the jog wheel to choose a higher or lower stepped speed.
THE CAMERA BODY The Xterà utilizes LED indicators in three locations to convey information: in the viewfinder and on both left and right outsides of the camera body. 2.11.1 Position and Meaning of the Diodes • Two yellow diodes, placed on both right and left sides of the camera body indicate that the camera is either on Test or on Run mode. • Two red diodes, placed on both right and left side of the camera body, and a third one, visible from the viewfinder, display a special warning.
warnings for the operator. Under normal operation, the lightmeter display will flash once for every foot or meter that is counted down. When the footage counter on the LCD control panel counts down to 10 feet remaining, the display will flash more rapidly, at a frequency of about 2-3 times per second. Keep in mind, the pre-end-of-film warning will only operate if the lightmeter display is turned on.
THE CAMERA BODY The Aaton VHR color VHR tap is designed to add video assist capability to the Xterà without compromising the body’s size, flexibility and ease-of-use. Because the VHR head is incorporated into the Xterà camera body, there are no centering or focus adjustments necessary (unless, of course, when converting the body between 16 and Super16 formats). 2.12.
VHR target is maintained and the beamsplitter itself is less susceptive to residual shocks caused by a drop or sudden jolt. Positioning the beamsplitter for video use - the adjusting screw should be rotated counter-clockwise to move the glass in place. Retracting the beamsplitter for non-video use - the adjusting screw should be rotated clockwise to move the glass out of viewing area. 2.12.
THE CAMERA BODY approximately 3 to 4 hours of operation (without the Xterà running) on one 12V 3,2 ah on-board battery. Although battery life will vary greatly depending on the amount of film run and the number of accessories powered from one power source, you could estimate that one 12V on-board could run 10 magazines and the VHR for 2-3 hours. 2.12.6 The VHR Color Video Assist capabilities and Menu For all operating information, please refer to the VHR user's manual which can be find at : www.aaton.
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3.1 CONCEPT The Aaton DX Magazine incorporates many features which add to the camera system's ease-of-use, efficiency and reliability. The magazine's coaxial design allows for separate feed and take-up chambers, which ensures that the bulk of the loading process is performed in daylight.
THE MAGAZINE and facilitates a long and twistless film path. (Severe twisting of the more sensitive high speed stocks, as is the case with the LTR and some other manufacturers' magazines, has been known to cause grain fracturing and a resulting abnormal exposure of the film in that area.) 3.3 PRESSURE PLATE SYSTEM The DX magazine features two pressure plates which are located at the front of the nose of the magazine.
ID of Mags on XTRplus vs Xterà As mentioned, the Xterà can distinguish seven magazines because its sensors can read all three receivers. The XTRplus, however, can only distinguish three magazines, as its sensors will only detect the two upper receivers. Be aware of this fact when renting additional magazines. For example, a mag which is read as a G on an Xterà will be read as a C on an XTRplus camera; as the lower receiver will not be detected. A B C D E F G magnet no magnet 50 3.3.
THE MAGAZINE 3.5 LOADING The straightforward design of the DX magazine allows for quick, easy loading and an absolute minimum amount of threading in the dark. The film does not need to be cut in preparation for loading. 3.5.1 Feed Side - In the Changing Bag • Place the film can and the magazine, feed side up, in the changing bag and zip closed. • Disable the mechanical footage counter, located on the feed door, by rotating counter clockwise until it locks in its recessed position.
through large coaxial roller emulsion out. Make sure that the length of film feeds completely through to the take-up side. • Close and lock the feed door and engage the footage counter by rotating clockwise. • Remove the magazine from the changing bag. 3.5.2 Take-up Side - In Daylight • Unfasten the take-up door lock by rotating downward and open the door. • Release the doors of the upper and lower pinch rollers by pressing the white buttons and gently pulling open.
THE MAGAZINE • Thread the film around the lower sprocket, making sure the film's perforations engage the sprocket teeth. Close the lower pinch roller until it locks firmly in position and a noticeable click is heard. • Hold the lower sprocket with your right thumb and rotate the take-up core counter-clockwise to remove any slack. • Thread the film around the upper sprocket and adjust the loop until its taut length is 14 to 15 frames long outside of the nose.
3.6 800 ft magazine Though the 800 ft design and loading is very close to the 400 ft magazine, the following points need to be respected. Warning : Never use the 800 ft magazine without both platters. 3.6.1Feed side, loading. The loading is very similar to the 400 ft. Do not forget to install the upper platter when the film stock is loaded. This platter allows the proper driving of the film, reduces the noise level and avoids scratch problems.This platter and the take-up side platter must always be clean.
THE MAGAZINE Warning : when you install the platter, be sure that the edge of the platter is placed on top of the driving roller. An incorrect positioning could create some take-up problems. • Mag identification system Determined by the combination of magnets in receivers located above the drive wheel on the mag throat ( same combinations than the 400 ft magazine ). • Footage A sensor coupled to an external display, allows to verify the remain footage in the magazine.
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4.1 CAMERA CONFIGURATIONS 4.1.1 15mm Front Rods The most versatile and popular configuration for accessorizing the XTRplus camera, the universal 15mm screw-in front rod system can instantly accept Aaton, Arri, Chrosziel, Petroff and other manufacturers' mattebox and follow focus systems. Utilizing the front rod system allows for quick conversion from tripod to shoulder operating modes without the need for recon-figuration.
THE AATON SYSTEM 4.2.1 Mounting the Handgrip Screw in one 15mm short rod into each of the two recepticles on the front housing of the camera below the lens port. Slide the coupler over the two rods to the desired location and fasten its center wing nut to secure the rods in position. Attach the handgrip to the coupler by mating the star plate on the coupler to that on the handgrip, adjusting to the desired position and fastening the T screw of the handgrip.
4.3 TRIPOD USE In order to use the Xterà on a standard tripod, the tripod's quick release plate must be fastened to the underside of the camera body with its standard 3/8-16 screw. Make sure to use only a quick release plate screw provided by the manufacturer; non-standard screws longer than 8mm (1/3") can fracture the base casting and damage the camera's electronics. 4.
THE AATON SYSTEM sert casting and damage the viewfinder's optics. 4.5.2 Mounting from the Carrying Handle The 3/8 insert, along with a guide hole at the rear of the handle, can also be used to build a plate to undersling the camera or to configure the rig for Steadicam low mode use. For this reason, the handle features a long flat top surface that is parallel to the bottom of the camera. 4.5.
components such as the camera and lenses. 1" of padding is acceptable, however, between some of the more rugged components, such as magazines and batteries. Manufacturers also suggest to allow 2" of padding between the component and the outside of the case. Choose a case design that, not only meets your shipping and travel requirements, but allows you maximum flexibility and comfort out in the field. Check with your Aaton agent to determine the case configuration that best suits your needs. 4.
THE AATON SYSTEM your batteries and always carry more than usual. Favor many small batteries, such as on-boards and lithium cells (which are easier to keep warm), over large block batteries. Use a powercable so that the on-board battery could be kept in a pocket close to the warmth of your body. When filming outdoors, use a standard or heated barney to protect the camera body from direct contact with the wind and cold.
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5.1 LENS Lens Cleaning Tips Avoid handling lens tissue on the surfaces which will contact the lens. Oil from your hands transferred to the lens surface will make an easy cleaning job tough. Furthermore, never clean a lens element without the aid of cleaning fluid. A good number of scratches on lens surfaces are caused by poor cleaning methods. 5.1.1 Lens Elements The front and rear surfaces of your lenses should be inspected regularly and always kept clean of dust particles, smudges, fingerprints, etc.
CLEANING well as the threads of the lens lock ring using alcohol or a multipurpose cleaner applied to a Q-tip. 5.2.3 Camera Gate The gate should be cleaned of film particles by means of a pointed wooden or plastic orange stick. The tool used should be of a soft and pliable enough material (like wood) to conform to the grooved side channels of the gate without breaking.
a Finding the dirt There is a simple means of locating much of the dirt within your viewing system: Look through the viewfinder with no lens on the camera and adjust the diopter ring. If the dust particles remain in focus, they are most likely located on either side of the eyepiece. If the dust comes in and out of focus as the ring is moved, the dust is probably located on either surface of the viewing screen.
CLEANING 5.3.3 Viewfinder With the eyepiece off, look into the remaining viewfinder and clean the exposed element of the pechan prism using canned air or an air syringe. If dirt particles are still present, remove the viewfinder assembly from the camera by removing the four allen screws that hold the base of the viewfinder to the front housing. Clean the exposed underside element of the viewfinder. 5.4 MAGAZINE 5.4.
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6.1 CONCEPT AatonCode, Aaton's proprietary in-camera timecode system, is recorded in the Xterà on the edge of the film between the perforations in both matrix and man-readable form. As recorded in the camera, AatonCode contains a six digit production ID, a SMPTEcompatible real time address (full date and time), a camera equipment ID and the running speed of the body. Timecode is exposed onto the film by means of seven micro-diodes, which flash rapidly to form the code as the film rolls through the gate.
AATON CODE an outside source and keep accurate time (within a half a frame) for 8 hours. After 8 hours of keeping time, the yellow diode on the base of the Xterà will flash once every four seconds, indicating that accurate time is no longer guaranteed. In order for the internal clock to operate, the camera must be powered before initialization. The camera is also equipped with an instantly charged supercapacitor buffer that is designed to keep time between battery changes.
There are two ways in which AatonCode can be initialized in the Xterà camera. The preferred method is by means of the OriginCplus, which inputs timecode in ASCII form. It is also possible for the camera to receive information in SMPTE form directly from a SMPTE timecode device such as an TC audio recorder. Both methods are detailed below. 6.4.1 Using the OriginCplus - Recommended Method• • Program the OriginCplus by inputting Prod ID, accurate date and time of day.
AATON CODE panel of the Xterà will display hours/minutes/seconds when the button marked time is selected. Toggling this button will also display year/month/day, then the production ID, then the equipment #. • Make sure to adjust the ASA selection to the exposure index of the film stock being used. • Disconnect the OriginCplus from the body and proceed to the next device. For further details on the OriginCplus, please refer to the publication entitled OriginCplus - Initializing and Monitoring Aaton Timecode.
Once timecode has been initialized into the camera(s) and sound recorder, accurate time will be individually maintained in each machine for six hours. It is suggested, however, that new timecode be re-initialized after four hours or so as a precautionary measure. Get into the habit of using the OriginCplus to monitor timecode drift in each device when possible; every 2-3 hours or so is recommended. 6.5.
AATON CODE handled by the camera assistant as part of his / her routine. 6.6.1 Checking the Diodes In order to inspect and clean the gate between magazine rolls, the camera must be set to test position. Not only will test position rotate the shutter 180°, but the seven timecode LEDs in the gate will illuminate in a three/four sequence. Use this pattern to occasionally check that all diodes are operational and evenly illuminated.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Weight 6kg / 13 lbs with 400 ft load and 12V on-board battery. Power 10-14 V, 600 mA, with film à 25°C / 77°F. Temperature range -20°C / +4°F to +40°C / +104°F. Noise level 20 dB -1/+2. Speeds preset speeds of 6, 12, 18, 20, 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 36, 40, 48, 60 and 75 fps. Built-in variable crystal control from 3 to 75 fps in 0.001 increments. Image stability Co-planar claw and lateral pressure. Vertical and lateral steadyness to 1/2000 of image dimensions.
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AVAILABLE VIEWING SCREENS Aaton 16 mm Ground glass schematic : for Aaton XTerà & Aaton XTR Prod cameras Markings Format Reference # 1,78 Scan + TV Safe Super 16 01-811-41 Aaton 16 mm Ground glass schematic : for Aaton XTerà & Aaton XTR Prod cameras Markings Format Reference # 1.85 Full + 1.66 Full Super 16 01-811-44 1.78 Scan 1.85 Full 11,76mm x 6,61mm (0,463 x 0,260) 12,42mm x 6,7mm (0,489 x 0,263) TV Safe 8,4mm x 6,3mm (0,330 x 0,248) 1.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Aaton 16 mm Ground glass schematic : for Aaton XTerà & Aaton XTR Prod cameras Markings Format Reference # 16 Std. + TV Safe 16 Std. 01-812-22 Aaton 16 mm Ground glass schematic : for Aaton XTerà & Aaton XTR Prod cameras Markings Format Reference # 1.78 Proj. + 1.66 Proj. Super 16 01-812-23 16 Std. 1.78 Proj. 10,2mm x 7,44mm (0.401 x 0.293) 11,96mm x 6,72mm (0.470 x 0.264) TV Safe 8,4mm x 6,3mm (0.330 x 0.248) 1.66 Proj. Markings 11,76mm x 7,05mm (0.463 x 0.
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