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Image Converter
User Manual
Model “Oszi” 400 Series
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Congratulations! You now have the power to produce the look and feel of 35mm film using a MiniDV camcorder. The P+S Technik Mini35Digital image converter is designed for use on the Canon XL1 and Canon XL1S camcorders as well as the Sony DSR-PD150/ DCR-VX2000/ DCR-VX1000 cameras, Panasonic AG-DVX100 and coming soon, the JVC JY HD10. The unit is optimized for 35mm lenses with large rear optical elements, such as Cooke S4 Primes, Zeiss Ultra Primes and Zeiss Super Speeds. Zeiss Distagons with focal
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World Wide Technical Support P+S Technik GmbH Email info@pstechnik.de Phone +49 89 45 09 82 30 North America ZGC., Inc. Email sales@zgc.com Phone +1 973-335-4460 printed January 04 4
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Contents Congratulations....................................................................................................................... 3 Contents ................................................................................................................................. 5 Delivery Content ..................................................................................................................... 6 Connecting Kits.............................................................
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Delivery Content - Basic Module • 1 – Mini35Digital Image converter, fitted with an interchangeable lens mount of your choice (PL, Panavision, Nikon, et al.) • 2 – Hand Grips (top and side) • 1 – Support Interface with Integrated Shoulder Set and 15mm LWS systems The support interface provides 1/4" and 3/8” attachment points allowing the use of all industry standard tripods, bridge plates and other support systems e.g. Steadicam. The 15mm LWS system accepts all film style accessories including
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- Connecting Kits • 1 - Relay Lens with protective cap • 1 - Mounting Plate • 1 - Battery Plate with power cable • 1 - Remote Control Cable • 1 – Hex screwdriver set and screws • 1 - Color Viewfinder Holder (Canon Connecting Kit) A Connecting Kit ordered with the basic module is already mounted when delivered. Camera connecting kits must be purchased separately for each brand and are available for the following Mini Digital Video Cameras. Canon XL1/XL1S – Sony DSR-PD150 /DCR-VX1000 /DCR-VX2000
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Preparation ***USAGE NOTE*** The Mini35Digital creates a lively cine-like image with an artificial film grain pattern. How much the Avoid Murphy’s Law!! film grain pattern is adequate for you depends on Assemble the Mini35Digital image converter on your preference. To adjust the visibility of the your camcorder BEFORE the first day of your pattern use the 8-step speed control wheel (J) and production. After attaching the unit to your camera the T-stops. To optimize the effect, the taking lens ac
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General Description Pos. Description Comment A Hook For Tape Measure B LWS System Light Weight Prepared for Support System 15mm rods C Wheel Clamping screw for LWS D Intermediate Takes the Interchangeable Flange Interchangeable Mount connects to Mount Lens 9
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Pos. Description Comment E Bayonet Takes Relay Relay Lens Mount Lens connects to Camera F BATT. Battery Cable Input Connector Pin 1 – Bat - Pin 2 – Bat. + G Rose Wheel H RUN GREEN button Manual RUN / STOP I Control LED RUN GREEN Runs with chosen speed LOW BAT RED (low power) Acceptable speed Prepare new battery Blinking light Below minimum speed, change bat. J Speed Control Wheel Controls oscillating 8 steps movement K Focal Plane White Engravure 10
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Pos. Description Comment L REMOTE 3 Pin Fisher Pin 1 – GND input female socket Pin 2 – N.C. Pin 3 – VTR M INPUT 7 Pin Fischer Pin 1 – not (for LANC female socket connected cable) Pin 2 – VTR trigger Pin 3 – Bat + Pin 4 – U Bat ex Pin 5 – not connected Pin 6 – Bat - Pin 7 – RET N Control LED RUN GREEN Good speed control LOW BAT RED (low power) Acceptable speed Blinking light Below minimum speed 11
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Power Connection Canon XL1/XL1S Connect the cable from the battery plate with Sony DSR-PD150 / DCR-VX1000 / the battery input (F) and load battery in the DCR VX2000 plate. The Connecting Kit uses the same The Mini35 can now be controlled: battery type as the camera. • Independent & manually by the Mini35 RUN button or LANC & Remote Control with the • Both manually via the camera START Mini35Digital button or • Together via a Remote Control System The Mini35 can also be controlled via a remote c
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C a CANON XL1 / XL1s n o Follow the steps below to properly attach the Mini35Digital image converter n to your Canon XL1 / XL1S with lightweight support a – Viewfinder Holder b - Top Cover c - Lock Ring d - Relay Lens e - Spring loaded pad f – Support release Lever g - Camera Screw h - Battery Holder k - Bottom Screws 13
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C a Steps Instructions Explanatory Notes n 1 Make sure the camera is turned off. o 2 Remove the relay lens from the Mini35: The relay is attached to the rear of the Mini35 n via a bayonet type mount. a. Locate the lock ring (c). b. Rotate the lock ring (c) counter clockwise. The lock ring (c) is the ring located in the front of the relay lens, nearest to the body of the Mini35 (photo page 11). 3 Attach the relay lens onto the camera: a. Line up the red dots The relay lens attaches like any othe
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C a 4 Prepare the Mini35: n o a. Release the two screws (k) on the bottom of The first time a camera has to be installed you n the camera support, and slide the support will find it easier to start by sliding the camera toward the rear battery holder. support out of the way. b. Release the lever (f), push the pad (e) down The camera support platform has a spring- and lock it in that position by tightening loaded pad in the center that adjusts for the lever (f). height of the camera. The knob wit
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C a 5 Mount the relay lens (now attached to the n camera) onto the Mini35Digital image o converter: n Engage the relay into the back port of the a. Open the lock ring (c). Mini35 and secure it in place with the lock ring b. Line up the relay lens into the port holding (c). the camera by its top handle. Make sure the locating pin is fully engaged. c. Close the lock ring (c) clockwise to secure the relay lens. Note: Be sure the camera does not accidently disengage. 16
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C a 6 Attach the camera support: n o Slide the camera support bracket under the a. The big knurled knob (g) through the n camera and attach the knob (g) to the bottom camera platform has to line up with the ¼” of the camera: threaded hole on the camera bottom. b. Start engaging the thread of the knob in the thread of the camera but do not tighten it yet. c. Release the lever (f) at the back of the platform to allow the spring-loaded pad (e) to come in contact with the base of the Lock the lever
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C a Follow the steps below to test the image once the Mini35 is attached to the n camera: o n Steps Instructions Explanatory Notes 1 Install a 35mm film lens in the mount. 2 Turn on the camera in the fully manual The message “CHECK THE LENS” will be position. displayed in the viewfinder for several seconds, then the image should appear with the word “LENS” blinking. *) If the image is too dark: a. Open the iris on the film lens. b. Open the iris on the relay lens. 3 Focus the 35mm film lens on
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C a If the image does not appear as sharp as expected, a back focus adjustment is necessary. Before n changing the back focus please note that the image photographed by the camera is generated on o the focus screen inside the Mini35. This focus screen lowers the contrast of the image similar to n the effect of a low contrast filter. This is desirable since it removes some of the electronic detail artifact typical in a DV image, even though at a quick glance the image may appear less sharp than t
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C a Follow the steps below to adjust the relay back focus. n o Steps Instructions Explanatory Notes n 1 Release the hex screw k (1.5mm) by about a half a turn. Now the ring is free for adjustment: 2 Leave the Iris on the relay lens fully open and adjust the back focus ring until you have achieved the sharpest image. 3 Check that the film lens is at the best focus You will need a good quality monitor to before you check the back focus a second accurately judge the sharpness. time. 4 Once satisfie
