Aaton Cam 35III Users Guide

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3-PERF FORMAT
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7.1 CONCEPT
The only thing we know about tomorrowÕs high definition TV is its
aspect ratio of 16/9 (1.78). This new ratio is now taking the place of
the 1.85 (USA) and 1.66 (Europe) ratios. This is why it is time to
re-examine the MoscowÕs idea (1962) of the 3-Perf format.
As a matter of fact, an image with the 1.78 ratio, with its both edges
close to the 35mm film perforations, is a little higher than 3 perfo-
rations high. Why should we keep a huge amount of unused emul-
sion between two images (i.e....

with the sames viewing system, magazines, and lens as on a standard
AATON 35-III (4-Perf ). For one who already owns a AATON 35-
III, it is only required to buy a 35-III 3-Perf camera body, because
he can use the magazines, viewing systems, batteries, and so on whi-
ch was aquired for his standard 35-III.
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AATONCODE
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8.1 CONCEPT
AatonCode, AatonÕs proprietary in-camera timecode system, is recor-
ded in the AATON 35-III on the edge of the film between the per-
forations in both matrix and man-readable form. As recorded in the
camera, a six digit production ID, a SMPTE-compatible real time
address (full date and time), an equipment ID and the running
speed of the body.
TimeCode is exposed onto the film by means of seven micro-diodes,
which flash rapidly to form the code as the film rolls through the
gate. The intensity...

frame) for 8 hours.
The camera is equipped with an instantly charged supercapacitor
buffer that is designed to keep time between battery changes. Keep
in mind that a battery which is too low to run the camera has
enough energy to drive internal clock for hours. Get into the habit
of leaving an exhausted battery on-board the camera until you have
a fresh battery close by. The supercapacitor allows a full minute for
battery replacement before timecode is lost.
8.3 ORIGINCPLUS  MASTERCLOCK
For the most...

8.4.1 Using the OriginCplus - Recommended Method
¥Program the OriginCplus by inputting Prod ID, accurate date and
time of day. Press the # key to scroll through each field; after all
fields are set as desired, press * to start the clock.
¥Make sure the camera has a battery attached.
¥Plug the Lemo5 cable of the OriginCplus into the Lemo5 chassis
mount on the base of the camera.
¥Press * on the OriginCplus to send the timecode information. The
OriginCplus will display Good OO.O after the timecode has...