Aaton Cam 35III Users Guide

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THE AATON SYSTEM
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4.1 CAMERA CONFIGURATIONS
The AATON 35-III is designed to be easily converted between the follo-
wing two accessory configurations:
4.1.1 15mm Front Rods
The most versatile and popular configuration for accessorizing the
AATON 35-III, the universal 15mm screw-in front rod system can
instantly accept Aaton, Arri, Chrosziel, Petroff and other manufactu-
rersÕ mattebox and follow focus system.
Utilizing the front rod system allows for quick conversion from tri-
pod to shoulder operating modes without the...

The AATON 35-III can also accept standard 15 and 19mm sliding
bridgeplates for building the camera system for high-end studio
work. The bridgeplate configuration can accept Aaton, Arri, Chros-
ziel and other manufacturerÕs mattebox, follow focus and support
equipment that is designed for bridgeplate use.
Standard bridgeplates from Aaton, Arri and other manufacturers can
be attached to the AATON 35-III by means of the 3/8-16 tripod
recepticle on the underside of the camera.
The sliding bridgeplate system...

While hand-holding the camera, pressing the rocker switch to the
right provides camera run, pressing the switch to the left provides
test. Unlike the body switch, the camera test position of the hand-
grip is a momentary switch. Pressing and holding the switch opens
the shutter and advances the mechanism 1/2 frame. Pressing and
immediately releasing this switch advances the mechanism one full
frame at a 1/4 sec exposure time. This function allows the use of the
handrip as a simple intervalometer.
4.2.3...

additional padding for handheld operation. The wooden handgrip is
attached to the front rod coupler at a slight angle to bring the opera-
torÕs elbow into his side and increase stability.
The system can be completely built off the 15mm front rods
without the use of a bridgeplate to allow for quick changing from
shoulder to tripod operating modes.
4.5 CARRYING HANDLE
The carrying handle of the AATON 35-III is reinforced to safely acco-
modate any carrying, operating or mounting operation.
4.5.1 3/8...

One often overlooked, yet vital factor in the proper functioning and lon-
gevity of your camera equipment is your transportation practices. A few
good shipping habits can avert potential damage caused by careless mes-
senger services and airport handling.
When shipping and carrying your equipment, it is always good
practice to break down the package to its basic components whene-
ver possible. Ship the body, mags and batteries unattached and indi-
vidually padded. Never, under any circumstances, ship the...

located in its base which is designed to automatically turn on when
needed and maintain the claw mechanism at a temperature of 15¡F.
One of the cold, hard facts of cold weather shooting is the conside-
rable reduction of battery life. Do whatever possible to conserve
your batteries and always carry more than usual. Favor many small
batteries, such as on-board and lithium cells (which are easier to
keep warm), over large block batteries. Use a powercable so that the
on-board battery could be kept in a...

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