Super 8 cartridge projector Instruction manual Be )Le::x MULTIMATIC® BOLEX MIJL\I.
Description 3 vital hints 1. Do not forget to attach the end of the film properly in the core of the reel. 2. Add new cartridges or change the order of cartridges only at the beginning of the projection of a film or during a pause in projection. 3. Should the film stop suddenly, immediately press the still projection key ( -) to avoid burning the film, and stop the projector. (See section " Projection troubles".) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11 . 12. 13. 14. 15. 16.
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2 General The Bolex Multimatic projector takes both Super 8 and Single 8 films. In order to ensure automatic operation , the end of the film must be attached securely to the core of the reel. The type of clip differs accord ing to the type of reels used . The c lips are supplied w ith the cartridges. Remarks The Bolex Multimatic projector is designed for use with standard 50' reels having a 74 mm diameter and a slot on one side of the rim only.
3 Reel with built-in clipping device Cutting the film Remove the side cover with the film cutter inside (see section "Maintenance", page 14). Cut the beginning of the film leader. Throw away the cut off part. There must be at least 1 ft. of leader before the first splice in the film. In addition, the leader must be curved in the same direction as the film on the reel. If it curves too much or curves in the opposite direction , give it the correct ourve by sliding it between thumb and forefinger.
Inserting the reels in the cartridges 4 ~d c) film guide d) plug Insert the ree l into the cartridge at a slight angle, with the film tightly wound, in the direction of the engraved arrow, in the bottom of the cartridge, the film perforations towards the bottom of the cartridge and the film guide (c) inserted between the sides of the reel. Press the plug (d) firmly onto the cartridge spindle. Make sure the reel turns freely inside the cartridge (in a clockwise direction) .
Preparing for projection (Not valid for the U.S.A. and Canada) On the 110-250 V mode l only set the voltage selector by means of a coin and, if necessary, insert the fuse corresponding to the voltage. For voltages up to 145 V: 2.5A fuse. For voltages above 145 V: 1.25A fuse. (See section " Maintenance" , page 15.) Plug power cable into outlet. The intermission lamp lights up.
6 Open the lenscove~ Pul l down the cartridge compartment doo~ (This starts the projector, switches on the projection lamp, and turns off the intermission lamp.) Focus the frame of the illuminated area roughly on the screen . Insert an empty cartridge, or keep plate (e) depressed . Adjust the height and level the image.
7 Changing lens If your projector is equipped with a zoom lens, adjust the image to the desired size by moving the zoom control. For changing the lens, turn the focusing knob clockwise as far as it will go, which will release the existing lens. Insert the new lens. With zoom lenses, insert the lug on the mount holder into the fork (fl of the zoom control lever. Press the lens completely into the holder against the stop.
8 Projection Remark If the cartridges have been shaken during transport, especially with partly filled reels, the film layers may have worked loose and consequently loading may not take place automatically. As a safety precaution, therefore, it is recommended to tighten the films before project ion by manually turning the reels c lockwise. Press the normal speed key (- ). Lower the cartridge compartment door. The film will automatically load (if it does not, see remark on opposite page) .
9 Set the speed selector to 18 or 24 f. p. s. Remark Should a film not load automatically, move the film reinsertion lever over for 3 seconds. Do this however only when the previous film has been rewound (red warning light off). If this lever is accidentally moved during projection, the projector will stop, and can be started again only when the lever is released . Focus the picture. Frame the picture.
10 The films are projected and rewound automatically, one after the other, without any manual operation. During the change from one film to the next, the light is automatically reduced by a shutter. During projection, you may add new cartridges or change the order of the cartridges. Select the most satisfactory image brightness. (The lower brightness prolongs the life of the lamp) . Do this however only at the beginning of the projection of a film, i.e.
Methods of operation 11 At the end of projection, wait until the last film has been rewound i.e. until the red light goes out before removing the last cartridge. Never leave partially rewound or projected film in the projector, as the leader might become distorted and affect perfect operation . An incorporated screen holder is provided for rapid film viewing. This can be used if the projector is fitted with a zoom lens.
Projection problems and how to remedy them 12 Problem Probable cause Remedy A cartridge does not move freely into projection position or is stuck. a) Inserting new films while a cartridge is being changed . Stop the projector and remove the other cartridges from the compartment. Rewind by hand the portion of film already engaged , by turning the reel in the cartridge clockwise, and remove the blocked cartridge. b) Cartridge damaged or bent. Label glued on badly. Replace the damaged cartridge.
13 The film breaks during projection. Poor splice. Immediately press the still projection key (-) to insertthecatathermic filter between lamp and film. Without re leasing the pressure on the key: - remove all the cartridges except the one being projected; - press the key (+) to remove the remaining cartridge and rewind the portion of film already engaged. If the red warning light is on, keep the key ( - ) depressed until the previous film is rewound.
l Maintenance Replacing the projection lamp Disconnect the projector. Remove the side cover. If the lamp is hot, let it cool. Release the spring (g). 14 Take the lamp out and remove it from its socket. Insert new lamp in socket. Mount the new lamp by inserting the lug (h) into the slot (i) on the holder, if there is a lug on your lamp. This automatically centers the lamp. Note: Never touch the bulb of the lamp; hold it by the rim of the mirror or the socket.
15 Cleaning Replacing the int~rmission lamp This 15 W lamp should be changed by a Bolex dealer. To replace the fuse (not valid for the U.S.A. and Canada) The 110-250 V and 220 V models are equipped with a fuse housed inside the power cable compartment. To change the fuse, push the fuse holder (0) in and turn it to the left. Use the soft brush supplied with the projector to clean the catathermic glass, the gate, and the edges of the projection aperture. The latter is done after removing the lens.
Accessories available separately 16 Cartridge boxes Lenses These boxes provide practical storing and filing of your fi lms. You have a choice between two variants: - Box with 6 empty cartridges - Box with 6 cartridges each containing a standard 50 ft. reel. The four lenses available (see section " Description" ) are outstanding for their large aperture, which guarantees maximum picture brightness, and for thei r superb corner to corner sharpness.
Size of the picture on the screen in inches Projection distance Focal Lenghts 6'6" I I 12mm 33x25 15mm 28 x 21 17mm 24 x 18 20mm 20 x 15 23mm 18 x 14 25mm 17 x 12 30mm 34mm 1 I I I I I I I I 10' 51 x 38 42 x 31 37x28 31 x 23 27 x 21 25 x 18 21 x 14 I I I I I I I I I 13' 67 x 50 56x42 49x37 42 x 31 37 x27 33 x 25 28 x 21 25 x 18 16' I I I I I I I I I 86x65 69x52 61 x46 52x39 46x34 42 x 31 34x26 31 x 23 -, 'v I I I I I I I I I 20' 26' 102 x 77 83 x 63 74x 55 63x47 55 x42 37
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