Nikon Image Converter User Manual

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 lengths over 40mm will also work.  
Improved features of the “Oszi” 400 series  
Improved image screen – Finer grain pattern for better imaging  
New oscillating movement – The elliptical motion of the PRO35 has been  
incorporated…no more center spot!  
Adjustable speed control - Allows greater control over the speed setting of  
the moving focus screen (we recommend the setting be kept between 3 and 4).  
Improved optics for Sony connecting kit  
New unified body construction  
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World Wide Technical Support  
P+S Technik GmbH  
Phone +49 89 45 09 82 30  
North America  
ZGC., Inc.  
Phone +1 973-335-4460  
printed January 04  
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Contents  
Congratulations.......................................................................................................................  
Contents .................................................................................................................................  
Delivery Content .....................................................................................................................  
Connecting Kits.......................................................................................................................  
Preparation .............................................................................................................................  
General Description................................................................................................................  
With CANON XL1 / XL1S........................................................................................................  
With SONY DSR-PD150 / DCR-VX1000 / DCR-VX2000 .......................................................  
With PANASONIC AG-DVX100..............................................................................................  
Maintenance ...........................................................................................................................  
Optional Accessories & Mounts..............................................................................................  
Frequently Asked Questions...................................................................................................  
Dealers ...................................................................................................................................  
Technical Data........................................................................................................................  
Technical Support...................................................................................................................  
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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 follow focus and matte  
boxes. An ordered connecting kit is already  
mounted.  
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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 –  
Panasonic AG-DVX100 –  
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***USAGE NOTE***  
Preparation  
The Mini35Digital creates a lively cine-like image  
with an artificial film grain pattern. How much the  
film grain pattern is adequate for you depends on  
your preference. To adjust the visibility of the  
pattern use the 8-step speed control wheel (J) and  
the T-stops. To optimize the effect, the taking lens  
should be as wide open as possible: Use the iris on  
the relay lens of the XL1(S) Mini35, and ND filters  
for bright outdoor shots. With the Panasonic and  
Sony Mini35, exposure control is done on the  
camera lens with the camera set in full manual  
mode.  
Avoid Murphy’s Law!!  
Assemble the Mini35Digital image converter on  
your camcorder BEFORE the first day of your  
production. After attaching the unit to your camera  
according to the steps outlined below, be sure to  
check each of your lenses, f-stop combinations and  
shutter adjustments for compatibility. We  
recommend at least a half, if not full, day of testing  
before production. You will need a more robust film  
lighting “package” rather then the typical video  
lighting “kit” for optimal image capture. The  
Mini35Digital is not a magical device, time and  
effort will be needed to obtain the desired images  
at first, but will become second nature as your  
productions progress.  
Items needed before you begin:  
A 2.5mm hex wrench (delivery content)  
A 35mm format film lens for testing and  
A high quality test chart, such as the Putora 7A9  
A control monitor is recommended.  
Munich / New York, December 2003  
P+S Technik GmbH  
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General Description  
Pos. Description  
Comment  
A
B
Hook  
For Tape Measure  
LWS System  
Light Weight  
Prepared for  
Support System 15mm rods  
Clamping screw  
C
D
Wheel  
for LWS  
Intermediate  
Flange  
Takes the  
Interchangeable  
Interchangeable Mount connects to  
Mount Lens  
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Pos. Description  
Comment  
E
Bayonet  
Mount  
Takes Relay  
Lens  
Relay Lens  
connects to Camera  
F
BATT.  
Battery Cable  
Input Connector Pin 1 – Bat -  
Pin 2 – Bat. +  
G
H
Rose Wheel  
RUN  
GREEN button  
Manual RUN /  
STOP  
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Control LED  
RUN  
GREEN Æ  
Runs with chosen  
speed  
LOW BAT  
RED  
(low power) Æ  
Acceptable speed  
Prepare new battery  
Blinking light Æ Below minimum  
speed, change bat.  
J
Speed Control Wheel  
8 steps  
Controls oscillating  
movement  
K
Focal Plane  
White  
Engravure  
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Pos. Description  
Comment  
Pin 1 – GND  
Pin 2 – N.C.  
Pin 3 – VTR  
L
REMOTE  
input  
3 Pin Fisher  
female socket  
M
INPUT  
7 Pin Fischer  
female socket  
Pin 1 – not  
(for LANC  
cable)  
connected  
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 Æ  
RED  
Good speed control  
Acceptable speed  
LOW BAT  
(low power) Æ  
Blinking light Æ Below minimum  
speed  
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Power Connection  
Canon XL1/XL1S  
Connect the cable from the battery plate with  
the battery input (F) and load battery in the  
plate. The Connecting Kit uses the same  
battery type as the camera.  
Sony DSR-PD150 / DCR-VX1000 /  
DCR VX2000  
The Mini35 can now be controlled:  
Independent & manually by the Mini35  
RUN button or  
LANC & Remote Control with the  
Mini35Digital  
Both manually via the camera START  
button or  
Together via a Remote Control System  
The Mini35 can also be controlled via a  
remote control unit. Use the LANC cable to  
connect the Mini35 via the INPUT connection  
(M) with the camera. Then connect the Mini35  
via the REMOTE connection (L) with the  
remote control unit.  
Panasonic AG-DVX100  
The camera has no LANC interface and can  
only receive commands. So both can be  
controlled  
Independent & manually by the Mini35  
RUN button or  
7-pin LANC Cable  
Together via a Remote Control System  
Red connector – Canon & Sony  
Black connector - Panasonic  
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CANON XL1 / XL1s  
Follow the steps below to properly attach the Mini35Digital image converter  
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  
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Steps  
Instructions  
Explanatory Notes  
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2
Make sure the camera is turned off.  
Remove the relay lens from the Mini35:  
The relay is attached to the rear of the Mini35  
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).  
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Attach the relay lens onto the camera:  
a. Line up the red dots  
b. Engage the lens in the mount  
c. Rotate the lens until the lock clicks in  
place.  
The relay lens attaches like any other XL  
mounted lens.Æ  
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Prepare the Mini35:  
a. Release the two screws (k) on the bottom of The first time a camera has to be installed you  
the camera support, and slide the support  
toward the rear battery holder.  
will find it easier to start by sliding the camera  
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  
lever (f).  
loaded pad in the center that adjusts for the  
height of the camera. The knob with a lever (f),  
at the back of the camera platform, locks the  
spring-loaded pad in place. By releasing that  
knob, the spring will push the pad to its  
highest position making the mounting of the  
camera difficult.  
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Mount the relay lens (now attached to the  
camera) onto the Mini35Digital image  
converter:  
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).Æ  
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.  
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Attach the camera support:  
Slide the camera support bracket under the  
camera and attach the knob (g) to the bottom  
of the camera:  
a. The big knurled knob (g) through the  
camera platform has to line up with the ¼”  
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  
camera.  
Lock the lever (f) at the back of the camera  
support and lock the screws at the bottom of  
the camera support.  
Finish tightening the knob (g) at the bottom of  
the platform.  
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Follow the steps below to test the image once the Mini35 is attached to the  
camera:  
Steps  
Instructions  
Install a 35mm film lens in the mount.  
Turn on the camera in the fully manual  
position.Æ  
Explanatory Notes  
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2
The message “CHECK THE LENS” will be  
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.  
The image should be sharp in the viewfinder and  
on the field monitor.  
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Focus the 35mm film lens on an object.  
*) The Canon XL1 and XL1S will electronically recognize only lenses made by Canon to work with these cameras. Accordingly, you will  
see a lens warning light in the viewfinder when using the Mini35Digital Image converter. This is normal and will have no effect on the  
footage you shoot. With the XL1 camera, you cannot eliminate the lens warning light from blinking in the viewfinder, but it is possible to  
remove it from an external monitor using the “ON SCREEN” key of the remote control. With the XL1S camera, you can control the lens  
warning light via the “EFV DISPLAY ON/OFF” key on the left side of the camera.  
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If the image does not appear as sharp as expected, a back focus adjustment is necessary. Before  
changing the back focus please note that the image photographed by the camera is generated on  
the focus screen inside the Mini35. This focus screen lowers the contrast of the image similar to  
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  
the one recorded by the unfiltered original lens.  
Test if the back focus is properly adjusted  
Place the camera with the Mini35Digital image converter mounted with a 35mm lens, in front of a  
high quality test definition chart, such as the Putora 7A9 chart. The iris on the relay should be fully  
opened. The film lens should be focused by eye to the point of best resolution (highest number of  
circles visible on the Putora chart). Without changing anything else, close the iris of the relay a  
couple of stops. The resolution should not visibly increase. If it does, the back focus of the relay  
needs to be adjusted. Follow the steps below to adjust the relay back focus.  
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Follow the steps below to adjust the relay back focus.  
Steps  
Instructions  
Explanatory Notes  
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Release the hex screw k (1.5mm) by about a  
half a turn. Now the ring is free for adjustment:  
Leave the Iris on the relay lens fully open and  
adjust the back focus ring until you have  
achieved the sharpest image.  
Check that the film lens is at the best focus  
before you check the back focus a second  
time.  
You will need a good quality monitor to  
accurately judge the sharpness.  
Once satisfied with the image, lock the hex  
screw to secure this adjustment and double  
check the image.  
By using a Putora 7A9 chart you will be able to  
see the moiré effect of the test circles visible  
through the relatively low definition of the  
viewfinder.  
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SONY DSR-PD150 / DCR-VX1000 / DCR-VX2000  
Follow the steps below to properly attach the Mini35Digital Image converter  
to your Sony DSR-PD150 / DCR-VX1000 /DCR-VX2000 with lightweight support  
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a - Top Cover  
b - Lock Ring  
c - Relay Lens  
d - Spring loaded Pad  
e - Support release  
Lever  
f - Camera Screw  
g - Battery Holder  
h - Bottom Screws  
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Steps  
Instructions  
Explanatory Notes  
1
2
Make sure the camera is turned off.  
Remove the relay lens from the Mini35:  
The relay is attached to the rear of the Mini35  
via a bayonet type mount.  
a. Locate the lock ring (b).  
b. Rotate the lock ring (b) counter clockwise.  
The lock ring (b) is the ring located in the front  
of the relay lens, nearest to the body of the  
Mini35.  
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Attach the relay lens onto the camera:  
Remove all filters, sunshades, adapter rings,  
etc. before attaching the relay lens directly  
onto the camera front lens  
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Prepare the Mini35:  
a. Release the two screws (h) on the bottom  
of the camera support, and slide the  
support toward the rear battery holder.  
The first time a camera has to be installed you  
will find it easier to start by sliding the camera  
support out of the way.  
b. Release the knob (e), push the pad (d)  
down and lock it in that position by  
tightening knob (e).  
The camera support platform has a spring-  
loaded pad in the center that adjusts for the  
height of the camera. The knob with a lever  
(e), at the back of the camera platform, locks  
the spring-loaded pad in place. By releasing  
that knob the spring will push the pad to its  
highest position making the mounting of the  
camera difficult  
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Mount the relay lens (now attached to the  
camera) onto the Mini35Digital image  
converter:  
a. Open the lock ring (b)  
b. Slightly release the 4 screws (s) in front of  
the relay lens. The bayonet ring (r) must be  
moveable.  
Before the 1st attachment, the bayonet mount  
of the relay lens has to be adjusted:  
c. Line up the relay lens into the port holding  
the camera by its top handle. Make sure  
the locating pin is fully engaged. Close lock  
ring.  
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d. Bring the camera carefully into a standard  
vertical position. Then remove camera  
without losing this position.  
e. Lock the 4 screws in the relay front and re-  
connect relay lens to the adapter port  
f. Close the lock ring (b) clockwise to secure  
the relay lens.  
Engage the relay into the back port of the  
Mini35 and secure it in place with the lock ring  
(b).  
Note: Be sure the camera cannot disengage  
accidentally.  
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Attach the camera support:  
Slide the camera support bracket under the  
camera and attach the knob (f) to the bottom  
of the camera:  
a. The big knurled knob (f) through the  
camera platform has to line up with the ¼”  
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.  
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c. Release the lever (e) at the back of the  
platform to allow the spring-loaded pad  
(d) to come in contact with the base of the  
camera.  
Lock the lever (e) at the back of the camera  
support and lock the screws at the bottom of  
the camera support  
d. Finish tightening the knob (f) at the bottom  
of the platform.  
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Follow the steps below to test the image once the Mini35 is attached to the camera:  
Steps  
Instructions  
Install a 35mm film lens in the mount.  
Turn on the camera in the fully manual  
position:  
Explanatory Notes  
1
2
a. Turn off the AutoFocus and Zoom function  
b. Focus camera lens on the ground glass  
inside the converter  
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If the image is too dark:  
c. Open the iris on the film lens.  
d. Open the iris on the camera lens.  
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Focus the 35mm film lens on an object.  
The image should be sharp in the viewfinder  
and on the field monitor.  
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If the image does not appear as sharp as expected, there is a back focus adjustment on the relay.  
But before we change the setting of the back focus it is important to realize that the image  
photographed by the camera is generated on the focus screen inside the Mini35. This focus screen  
lowers the contrast of the image somewhat in a way similar to 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 the one recorded by the unfiltered  
original lens.  
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Test if the back focus is properly adjusted  
Place the camera with the Mini35Digital image converter mounted with a 35mm lens, in front of a  
high quality test definition chart, such as the Putora 7A9 chart. The iris on the relay should be fully  
open. The film lens should be focused by eye to the point of best resolution (highest number of  
circles visible on the Putora chart). Without changing anything else, close the iris of the relay a  
couple of stops. The resolution should not visibly increase. If it does, the back focus of the relay  
needs to be adjusted. Follow the steps below to adjust the relay back focus.  
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Follow the steps below to adjust the relay back focus.  
Steps  
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Instructions  
Leave the Iris on the camera lens fully  
open and adjust the camera back focus  
until you have achieved the sharpest  
image.  
Explanatory Notes  
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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  
time.  
accurately judge the sharpness of the image.  
By using a Putora 7A9 chart you will be able  
to see the moiré effect of the test circles  
visible through the relatively low definition of  
the viewfinder.  
Lock the back focus and double check the  
image.  
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PANASONIC DVX100  
Follow the steps below to properly attach the Mini35Digital image converter  
to your Panasonic AG-DVX100 camera with lightweight support  
a - Top Cover  
b - Lock Ring  
c - Relay Lens  
d - Spring loaded Pad  
e - Support release  
Lever  
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f - Camera Screw  
g - Battery Holder  
h - Bottom Screws  
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Steps  
Instructions  
Explanatory Notes  
1
2
Make sure the camera is turned off.  
Remove the relay lens from the Mini35:  
The relay is attached to the rear of the Mini35  
via a bayonet type mount.  
a. Locate the lock ring (b).  
b. Rotate the lock ring (b) counter clockwise.  
The lock ring (b) is the ring located in the front  
of the relay lens, nearest to the body of the  
Mini35.  
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Attach the relay lens onto the camera:  
a. Remove all filters, sunshades, adapter  
rings, etc. before attaching the relay lens  
directly onto the camera front lens  
b. Eventually you need a rubber pad to grip  
the protective cap, recessed deeply in the  
hood  
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Prepare the Mini35:  
a. Release the two screws (h) on the  
bottom of the camera support, and slide  
the support toward the rear battery  
holder.  
The first time a camera has to be installed you  
will find it easier to start by sliding the camera  
support out of the way.  
The camera support platform has a spring-  
loaded pad in the center that adjusts for the  
height of the camera. The knob with a lever  
(e), at the back of the camera platform, locks  
the spring-loaded pad in place. By releasing  
that knob the spring will push the pad to its  
highest position making the mounting of the  
camera difficult  
b. Release the knob (e), push the pad (d)  
down and lock it in that position by  
tightening knob (e).  
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Mount the relay lens (now attached to the  
camera) onto the Mini35Digital image  
converter:  
a. Open the lock ring (b)  
b. Slightly release the 4 screws (s) in front of  
the relay lens. The bayonet ring (r) must be  
moveable.  
Before the 1st attachment, the bayonet mount  
of the relay lens has to be adjusted:  
c. Line up the relay lens into the port holding  
the camera by its top handle. Make sure  
the locating pin is fully engaged. Close lock  
ring.  
d. Bring the camera carefully into a standard  
vertical position. Then remove camera  
without losing this position.  
e. Lock the 4 screws in the relay front and re-  
connect relay lens to the adapter port  
f. Close the lock ring (b) clockwise to secure  
the relay lens.  
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Engage the relay into the back port of the  
Mini35 and secure it in place with the lock ring  
(b).  
Note: Be sure the camera cannot disengage  
accidentally.  
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Attach the camera support:  
Slide the camera support bracket under the  
camera and attach the knob (f) to the bottom  
of the camera:  
a. The big knurled knob (f) through the  
camera platform has to line up with the ¼”  
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-knob (e) at the back of  
the platform to allow the spring-loaded pad  
(d) to come in contact with the base of the  
camera.  
Lock the lever-knob (e) at the back of the  
camera support and lock the screws at the  
bottom of the camera support  
d. Finish tightening the knob (f) at the bottom  
of the platform.  
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Follow the steps below to test the image once the Mini35 is attached to the camera:  
Steps  
Instructions  
Install a 35mm film lens in the mount.  
Turn on the camera in the fully manual  
position.  
Explanatory Notes  
1
2
Turn off the AutoFocus and Zoom function  
Focus camera lens on the ground glass  
inside the converter  
If the image is too dark:  
a. Open the iris on the film lens.  
b. Open the iris on the camera lens.  
3
Focus the 35mm film lens on an object.  
The image should be sharp in the viewfinder  
and on the field monitor.  
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If the image does not appear as sharp as expected, there is a back focus adjustment on the relay.  
But before we change the setting of the back focus it is important to realize that the image  
photographed by the camera is generated on the focus screen inside the Mini35. This focus screen  
lowers the contrast of the image somewhat in a way similar to 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 the one recorded by the unfiltered  
original lens.  
Test if the back focus is properly adjusted  
Place the camera with the Mini35Digital image converter mounted with a 35mm lens, in front of a  
high quality test definition chart, such as the Putora 7A9 chart. The iris on the relay should be fully  
opened. The film lens should be focused by eye to the point of best resolution (highest number of  
circles visible on the Putora chart). Without changing anything else, close the iris of the relay a  
couple of stops. The resolution should not visibly increase. If it does, the back focus of the relay  
needs to be adjusted. See the following steps to adjust the relay back focus.  
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Follow the steps below to adjust the relay back focus.  
Steps  
1
Instructions  
Leave the Iris on the camera lens fully  
open and adjust the camera back focus  
until you have achieved the sharpest  
image.  
Explanatory Notes  
2
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  
time.  
accurately judge the sharpness of the image.  
By using a Putora 7A9 chart you will be able  
to see the moiré effect of the test circles  
visible through the relatively low definition of  
the viewfinder.  
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Lock the back focus and double check the  
image.  
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Maintenance  
The prism should be cleaned periodically depending on environmental conditions,  
Always use a professional lens cleaning solution.  
Optional Accessories for the  
Mini35Digital  
Available Lens Mounts  
Adapter kit for Canon B&W viewfinder  
Additional side handgrips  
PL-Mount  
Pana-Mount  
Nikon  
Additional camera connecting kits  
Custom lens mounts and support interfaces  
Top handle for use with EasyRig or Marzpak  
Canon EF  
Zeiss Contax  
Leica R + M  
Contact you local P+S Technik dealer for prices  
and availability.  
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Frequently Asked Questions  
Some old lens designs with small rear lenses  
do not work properly with the Mini35, because  
the diameter of the last lens is to small. This is  
concerning the Cooke Series II & III and Zeiss  
Distagons below 40mm. The 25-250mm zooms  
by Angenieux as well as Cooke are both tight,  
but work properly. We did not test all still  
photography lenses, but due to the bigger  
image size (Still - 24x36mm vs. Cine –  
Q: Will the Angle of View of the lens I’m using  
be affected?  
A: No, the Angle of View of the lens on the  
Mini35 will be similar to the Angle of View as  
seen in the Academy 35mm frame. Reason:  
The image the Mini35Digital creates is not  
projected directly onto the camera’s CCDs,  
but is first resolved onto the focus screen.  
The camera then captures this image, with  
all of its filmic characteristics, including  
Depth of Field.  
18x24mm) no vignetting is expected.  
Q: Do I have to send my camera to P+S Technik  
to do any mechanical or electronic changes  
before I can use the Mini35Digital image  
converter?  
Q: My image is vignetted (dark frame around  
image). Why?  
A: No. No modifications to the camera are  
necessary.  
A: Make sure that your matte box and any  
equipment in front of the lens does not cause  
the vignetting.  
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Q: Does the Mini35Digital require a power  
supply?  
capture gradations of focus (depth of field)  
like the human eye sees images on a image  
plane.  
A: Yes. You will need a battery to run the motor  
of the Mini35Digital. Each camera  
connecting kit includes a battery mount  
specific to the brand of camera so no new  
batteries or chargers are needed, simply the  
batteries you already have for your system;  
one for the camera and one for the  
Mini35Digital.  
Tip For the best effect when composing a shot,  
aim for out-of-focus objects in both the  
foreground and background.  
Q: How can I avoid having the grain of the  
projection glass showing up on the tape?  
A: Don’t stop the taking lens down above 4 -  
5.6. Regulate the light as much as possible  
with the relay lens only (XL1(s) version).  
Use neutral density filters when there is too  
much light.  
Q: What will the image look like as compared to  
a digital video look?  
A: A textbook-perfect digital video image is  
uniformly sharp, background and  
foreground. The professional 35mm motion  
picture film “look” is sharp but less starkly  
so. Capturing the image in 35mm format  
with a 35mm lens also allows you to  
Q: Are there differences between the Canon  
XL1 and XL1S when using the Mini35Digital  
image converter?  
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A: With the XL1S, you can use the slow shutter  
without Canon lenses. Also, the XL1S chip  
is more sensitive to light – an advantage  
when using the Mini35Digital image  
converter.  
A: General information is available from  
forwarded to [email protected]. DVInfo.net  
?s=&forumid=58) where many users post  
questions, insight into, and experiences with  
the device. Mizell Wilson of ZGC, Inc. is the  
offical monitor of this forum and is happy to  
answer any questions that the community  
cannot.  
Q: Do I need any additional editing equipment?  
A: No. The Mini35 does not affect the format of  
the camera. The images are still being  
recorded in the 1/3” MiniDV format for use in  
your current post chain.  
Q: How much light is lost?  
Q: I want to include a credit for P+S and the  
Mini35 in my production; do you have a  
preferred format of your logo or artwork  
available?  
A: -In general, 1 Stop.  
Q: Where can I get more information on the  
Mini35 or connect with other users of the  
adapter?  
A: We appreciate this very much. Logos and  
artwork are available for download at  
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Q: Is there any prejudice towards the MiniDV  
format?  
Q: I am using an XL1(S) and want a progressive  
look, but I don’t like Frame mode, are there  
any options?  
standard “broadcast quality” format, many  
television stations and other venues will not  
accept MiniDV tapes and/or assume that the  
production value of MiniDV is low. We  
recommend burning your footage to DVD or  
transferring it to a higher format ( BetaSP,  
DigiBeta, DVCPRO50 ) for presentation to  
these types of outlets.  
A: While we have not tested it ourselves, we  
have heard very good things about  
Q: I am using a PAL XL1(S) for the increased  
resolution and color, but plan to distribute  
in NTSC. Is there a simple process for  
converting from one format to another?  
A: In the past this would have required you to  
go to a professional transfer house, and for  
the best results, you still might want to  
consider this. With the same caveat as  
above, check out Atlantis from  
Q: I’ve finished my movie and want the world to  
see it; can you help me distribute it?  
the latest in independent distribution of your  
film.  
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Q: Do I need a support for my prime lenses?  
What about cine zooms?  
zooming in and out and functionally become  
variable primes. We do have reports that the  
newest SLR zooms will hold focus  
A: Most cine and still primes will not need any  
support. Larger still primes and zooms,  
typically special-use telephoto lenses, will  
need additional support. All cine zooms will  
require the use of an external bridge plate  
system for support.  
throughout the range. Make sure to test the  
individual lens before production.  
Q: Can I use 16mm lenses?  
A: No, this is not possible. The 16mm lenses  
project an image (10,4x7,4mm) not half as  
big as the 35mm image (18x24mm) the  
Mini35 is working with. Strong vignetting will  
appear.  
Q: What are the major differences between  
using cine lenses and still lenses?  
A: As far as optical quality, the SLR still lenses  
are on a par with cine primes. The major  
difference is the ergonomics of the lenses.  
Since they were not designed to capture  
moving images, the focus and zoom  
You can only use 35mm cine and still  
photography lenses.  
Q: Can I use Nikon AF lenses?  
movements may not be as smooth as the  
movement on a cine lens. In addition, older  
zoom lenses will not hold their focus while  
A: Yes. The physical mount of the AF lenses is  
the same as the standard (MF) lenses and  
focus, iris, and zoom control can be set to  
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manual. There are reports that these lenses  
are not as smooth in their movement in  
manual mode as compared to the MF lenses  
but will otherwise function normally. The  
Mini35 does not provide any type of  
electronic lens control.  
A: No. The Mini35 connects directly to the  
cameras and does not allow for the use of  
any of the prosumer anamorphic  
attachments. There are two methods for  
shooting 16x9. The first is to shoot 4:3,  
composing for 16x9 and then masking in  
post. The XL1S provides on-screen guides  
to assist in this process. The second is to  
use the in-camera 16x9 feature. To achieve  
a 2.4:1 “scope” look you are able to use  
anamorphic cine lenses from companies  
such as Panavision and Hawk. Most NLE  
systems will allow for an anamorphic  
unsqueeze during capture. The image will  
appear squeezed in the viewfinder or field  
monitor unless you have a monitor that can  
perform an unsqueeze or you use an inline  
unsqueeze device similar to the Transvideo  
format converter.  
Q: Will the Mini35 control the iris of my Canon  
EF lenses?  
A: No. The Mini35 does not provide any type of  
electronic lens control. EF lenses are wide  
open by default, which means there is no  
problem using them with the Mini35; you will  
simply have no way to stop down the lens  
for Depth of Field control.  
Q: Can I use commercially available  
anamorphic adapters with the Mini35?  
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Dealers  
EMIT Modern Images Techniques  
Tel: +33-1-48 13 90 10  
North American Distributor  
ZGC, Inc.  
Tel: +1 973-335-4460  
China  
SUI SUN TRADING CO., LTD.  
Germany  
P+S Technik GmbH  
Tel: +49-89-45 09 82 30  
Peru, Equador, Bolivia, Brasil  
Moviecenter  
Tel. : 00511-221 40 58  
Japan  
SHOTOKU CORP.  
Tel: +81-44-833 33 51  
Great Britain  
OpTex International  
Tel: +44-20-84 41 21 99  
Australia  
LEMAC Film & Video Equipment  
Tel: +61-2-94 38 44 88  
Korea  
SAMA Electronics Corp.  
Tel: +82-2-34 72 05 65  
Holland  
Holland Equipment B.V.  
Tel: +31-20-694 35 75  
Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia,  
Philipines, Indonesia  
Transmarco H. Warta Pte Ltd  
Email: thwarta.general  
Dedo Weigert Film GmbH  
Tel: +49-89-35 61 61 11  
Email: mwarnck  
@dedoweigertfilm.de  
@transmarco234.com  
Sweden  
Svensk Film & Ljusteknik AB  
Tel: +46-8-54 55 18 20  
Sri Lanka  
Maclear Film Equipment Services  
Tel: +9412-58 55 73  
Spain  
Video Cine Import S.A.  
Tel: +349-663 64 66  
Taiwan  
Viewpoint Image Assembling  
Tel: +8862-23 03 78 99  
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Technical Data  
Sony DSR-PD150  
/ DCR-VX1000 /  
DCR-VX2000  
Panasonic AG-  
DVX100  
Canon XL1(S)  
JVC HD10U  
Mini35Digital  
Camera Mount  
(converter to camera)  
Coming  
Soon  
Canon XL1 Mount  
Screw Mount  
Screw Mount  
Mini35Digital Lens Mount  
Mount by Choice  
Back Focus - Camera Lens  
(converter to lens)  
Back Focus  
Relay Lens  
Tuning for Shooting Sensor  
Length of Mini35Digital unit  
Weight  
345 mm  
345 mm  
345 mm  
2.85 kg  
6.27 lbs.  
3.0 kg  
6.6 lbs  
3.0 kg  
6.6 lbs  
Upright, Emulsion Side Up  
Frame position  
Pro35Digital’s Iris Diaphragm  
(behind lens)  
Built-in for Light Reduction (No effect on depth-of-focus)  
300mA / 7.2 V  
Current consumption  
Power supply  
Adapter Battery connected via 2-pin cable  
Image Target Frequency  
Eccentric  
Variable speed - 8 steps  
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World Wide Technical Support  
P+S Technik GmbH  
Phone +49 89 45 09 82 30  
North America  
ZGC., Inc.  
Phone +1 973-335-4460  
printed January 04  
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