p OPERATING MANUAL for ARRIFLEX® 16S (STANDARD) The following diagram pages may be kept folded out for your convenience in identifying operating parts white reading the instructions.
DIAGRAM showing OF external ARRIFLEX control
R IF LE X controls 16 S and (Standard) features 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) 11) 12) 13) 14) 15) 16) 17) 18) 19) 20) 21) 22) 23) 24) 25) 26) 27) 28) 29) Lock screw for matte box boom Lock screws for adjusting front and rear matte box standards Follow focus wings on each lens Slide-in shoe for matte box Eyelet for attaching shoulder strap Interchangeable magazine 200 or 400 ft.
CONGRATULATIONS You now own an picture cameras ARRIFLEX, ever made. one of the finest, Soon this new ARRIFLEX will be at work for form to your entire satisfaction. most versatile you. motion We know it will per- As a member of the ARRIFLEX family, you are cordially invited to call on us at any time for advice or assistance. If you use the ARRIFLEX in a partic ularly interesting, complicated, diffic ult or unus ual application, won't you please write to us about it? We will be glad to hear from you.
~ I_N_ST_R_U_C_TI_O_N_S_F_O_R_~JQ_A_R_R_IF_L_E_X_1_6_S OPERATING HOLDING INSTRUCTIONS ARRIFLEX 16 S (Standard) ~ FOR CA MERA Place thumb of right hand between contour grip and side of camera, while the other fingers reach forward around the "bulge" where they are free to actuate the follow-focus grips and diaphragm ring of the lens in taking position. Place palm of left hand around finder housing on left side of camera, gers over ON-OFF switch. Thus camera can be held steady easily comfortably.
r- ~N_S_T_R_U_C_T_~O_N_S_F_O_R __ ~-A-R-R-I-FL-E-X--16_S ~ While the optical system of the finder is constructed so that it prevents light from entering and fogging film, the eyepiece must be shielded from direct (horizontal) sunlight or powerful spotlight if eye is removed. For this purpose a light cover is provided inside the rubber eyecup. During filming always press eye firmly against eyecup or close the cover door on the eyepiece.
~ I_NS_T_R_U_C_T_IO_N_S__ FO_R__ ~ MIRROR REFLEX __ AR_R_I_F_LE_X__ 16_S ~ SHUTTER The mirror reflex shutter is the heart of the Arriflex. It rotates at a 450 angle between lens and film plane and reflects upon the ground glass of the viewfinder exactly the same image as is registered on the film. The light rays reach the film through the lens w i t h out any interference while the shutter is open; they are reflected to the ground glass only while the shutter is closed.
I NSTRUCTIONS FOR __ A_R_R_I_FL_E_X_l_6_S -----------i The back of each grip - protruding on left side of camera and visible with the left eye, while the right eye is looking through the finder - is coded with one, two, or three dots to indicate if wide-angle, normal, or tele photo lens is in taking pos it i on , To remove lens from turret press the two spring-loaded locking levers at the base of the lens socket together, with thumb and index finger of one hand, while lifting lens out with the other.
~ IN_S_T_R_U_C_T_IO_N_S_F_O_R __ ~ LENS __AR_R_I_F_LE_X__ 16_S -4 SELECTION It is the factory's p o li c y to s e l l Arriflex cameras on ly compLete quality Len s e s; Inferior Lenses mounted on these cameras would n ul lif y the great expense of precision engineering that goes into ra, but would not yield the superb results of which the ArrifLex with top not only each cameis capable. The standard set of Lenses for the ArrifLex 16 is usually of l o rnrn , 25mm, and 50mm focal length.
~~ I_N_ST_R_U_C_TI_O_N_S_F_O_R_~_A_R_R_IF_L_E_X_l_6_S ~ The two filter stages accept rectangular ARRI OPTICAL GLASS FILTERS, or ARRI FILTER HOLDER with frame for 2" square Kodak gelatine or glass filters. One of the stages can be rotated for use with GRADUA TED or POLARIZING FILTERS. ( For available filters see price list). The rear opening of the matte box is threaded to accept ring for circular Series VIII glass-mounted filters.
I_NS_T_R_U_C_T_~O_N_S __FO_R__ ~-A-R-R-I-FL-E-X--16_S r- "VOLTABLOC" ~ BATTERIES These are steel-cased, long life Nickel Cadmium batteries in which the electrolyte is an alkaline. Each cell is hermetically sealed and never requires the addition of water or the usual battery maintenance. Each battery is supplied complete with a miniature charger built into the case. Dol 1a r for Dol 1a r i tis pro b a b 1Y the b est buy. The following two models are available: 2.'y_O_~-_~ 8.4 Volt 4AH .
~ I_N_ST_R_U_C_TI_O_N_S_F_O_R_~_A_R_R_I_FL_E_X_l_6_S ~ rectifier is necessary. An excellent unit of this type is the COMBINATION POWER SUPPLY /BA TTERY CHARGER (see separate specifications). It is ideal for indoor shooting and has its own ammeter, volt meter and rheostat built-in. It can also be used to charge lead acid batteries. It must not be used to charge nicke 1 cadmium (Vo ltabloc) batteries.
r------------------------------------~-~----------------------------------, INSTRUCTIONS FOR (__ A_R_R_IF_l_E_X_l_6_S --t Place film into gate in such a way that a perforation hole is exactly in line with registration pin. Hold film down with two fingers of one hand at both ends of gate and turn transport knob until the registration pin locks film in place. Then close gate. - Thread film around sprocket drum G and close pressure roller D2.
I NSTRUCTIONS FOR ~_AR_R_I_FL_E_X_l_6_S BUCKLE SWITCH WITH ME C H A N ISM (PLease refer MANUAL to diagram ---I OVERRIDE on Page 9). The buckle switch works properly only if the lower film loop is formed exactly according to the marking in camera body. When end of film has passed film gate, the Lower loop shortens, thereby pulling up the switch r o l Ie r H, which in turn cuts off the camera motor.
~_N_ST_R_U_C_Tl_O_N_S_F_O_R_~-A-R-R-IF-L-E-X-1-6_S r- REGISTRATION PIN FILM MOVEMENT seen when the f ilrn gate IS open just above is to locate the f ilm precisely and hold it The registration transport claw. pin can be Its function place rrio rrie nt of exposure. during a perfect, the f r a rrie line, precise FILM TRANSPORT easier.
~_N_ST_R_U_C_T_~O_N_S_F_O_R_~-A-R-R-I-FL-E-X-l-6_S r- TRIPOD ~ SOCKETS Two tripod sockets, in bottom of camera one European housing. and one American type, are provided EYELETS Two eyelets on camera ra, to prevent accidental CARRYING permit fall. use of shoulder strap, supplied with came- CASES Two carrying cases are made for the Arriflex 16. They are especially designed for safe storage and transport of Arriflex cameras.
~ I_N_ST_R_U_C_T_IO_N_S_F_O_R_~_A_R_R_I_FL_E_X_l_6_S COMBINATION PISTOL GRIP/ An attractive combination of pistol hand-held camera stability, Pistol chanism to control camera" start" see enclosed booklet. SERVICING AND SHOULDER ~ POD grip and shoulder pod for maximum grip has internal trigger switch meand s to p'"; For further information II MAINTENANCE The Arriflex 16S is built with utmost precision and inherent ruggedness.
~ __AR_R_I_F_LE_X__ 16_S I_NS_T_R_U_C_T_IO_N_S__ FO_R__ ~ ~ OILING Your c a rn e r a has been properly for operation. Do not oil lubricated at the factory before using and ready IS After each run of 30 000 ft. of f i lm through the c a rn e r a , ca rne r a should be lightly oiled at two oil valves rn a r ke d with arrows (one near the f i Im gate, and one near the spindle). Only use the ball and pressure oiler supplied with your ca rrie r a and the special oil contained therein.
~-----------------------------------~~~------------------~--------------, INSTRUCTIONS pering, FOR (mIID_A_R_R_IF_L_E_X_l_6_S ~ or misuse. Repair and adjustment of Arriflex equipment which may become necessary during the guarantee period because of original defects in material or workmanship, will be made by us without charge if the equipment is sent to us prepaid and properly packed. Except for such repair or adjustment, Arriflex out warranty or other liability of any kind.
