Appendix

Camera-Checks

Checking Camera Readiness

Wiring

Check complete wiring and the position of the plug.

 

 

Electronics

Switch through all modes and check the set values.

 

 

Time Code

Set TC and check TC-sensitivity on all magazines.

 

 

Batteries

Check power supply to all batteries in display mode 3 (take counter/power

 

supply): U > 20 V.

 

 

Exposure Meter

Check set film speed.

 

 

Fiber Optic Screen

Check if the desired fiber optic screen is in place.

 

Check the cleanliness of the fiber optic screen with the ARRIGLOW.

 

 

Fluff Check

Remove the lens and magazine. Turn the mirror shutter forwards with the inching

 

knob and check the film gate for fluff on both sides.

 

 

Film Track

Carefully examine the film track and film gate for deposit or scratches.

 

 

Optics

Check the cleanliness of the optic surfaces of the lens and viewfinder.

 

 

Film Running

Let the camera run very slowly for a few seconds with the PHASE key. Check if the

 

set shutter angle appears in the display. Let the camera run a little further. Check if

 

the RUN-LED illuminates green.

 

 

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