Nikon Image Converter User Manual

1Image ConverterUser ManualModel “Oszi” 400 Series

10Pos. Description CommentE BayonetMountTakes RelayLensRelay Lensconnects to CameraF BATT. Battery CableInput ConnectorPin 1 – Bat -Pin 2 – Bat. +G Ro

11Pos. Description CommentLREMOTEinput3 Pin Fisherfemale socketPin 1 – GNDPin 2 – N.C.Pin 3 – VTRMINPUT(for LANCcable)7 Pin Fischerfemale socketPin 1

12Power ConnectionConnect the cable from the battery plate withthe battery input (F) and load battery in theplate. The Connecting Kit uses the samebat

13CANON XL1 / XL1sFollow the steps below to properly attach the Mini35Digital image converterto your Canon XL1 / XL1S with lightweight supporta – View

14Steps Instructions Explanatory Notes1 Make sure the camera is turned off.2 Remove the relay lens from the Mini35: a. Locate the lock ring (c).b. R

154 Prepare the Mini35:a. Release the two screws (k) on the bottom ofthe camera support, and slide the supporttoward the rear battery holder.b. Releas

165 Mount the relay lens (now attached to thecamera) onto the Mini35Digital imageconverter:Engage the relay into the back port of theMini35 and secure

176 Attach the camera support:Slide the camera support bracket under thecamera and attach the knob (g) to the bottomof the camera: Lock the lever (f)

18Follow the steps below to test the image once the Mini35 is attached to thecamera:Steps Instructions Explanatory Notes1 Install a 35mm film lens in

19If the image does not appear as sharp as expected, a back focus adjustment is necessary. Beforechanging the back focus please note that the image ph

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20Follow the steps below to adjust the relay back focus.Steps Instructions Explanatory Notes1 Release the hex screw k (1.5mm) by about ahalf a turn. N

21SONY DSR-PD150 / DCR-VX1000 / DCR-VX2000Follow the steps below to properly attach the Mini35Digital Image converterto your Sony DSR-PD150 / DCR-VX10

22Steps Instructions Explanatory Notes1 Make sure the camera is turned off.2 Remove the relay lens from the Mini35:a. Locate the lock ring (b).b. Ro

234 Prepare the Mini35:a. Release the two screws (h) on the bottomof the camera support, and slide thesupport toward the rear battery holder.b. Releas

245 Mount the relay lens (now attached to thecamera) onto the Mini35Digital imageconverter:Before the 1st attachment, the bayonet mountof the relay le

256 Attach the camera support:Slide the camera support bracket under thecamera and attach the knob (f) to the bottomof the camera: Lock the lever (e)

26Follow the steps below to test the image once the Mini35 is attached to the camera:Steps Instructions Explanatory Notes1 Install a 35mm film lens in

27If 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

28Follow the steps below to adjust the relay back focus.Steps Instructions Explanatory Notes1 Leave the Iris on the camera lens fullyopen and adjust t

29PANASONIC DVX100Follow the steps below to properly attach the Mini35Digital image converterto your Panasonic AG-DVX100 camera with lightweight supp

3Congratulations!You now have the power to produce the look and feel of 35mm film using a MiniDV camcorder.The P+S Technik Mini35Digital image convert

30Steps Instructions Explanatory Notes1 Make sure the camera is turned off.2 Remove the relay lens from the Mini35:a. Locate the lock ring (b).b. Ro

314 Prepare the Mini35:a. Release the two screws (h) on thebottom of the camera support, and slidethe support toward the rear batteryholder.b. Releas

325 Mount the relay lens (now attached to thecamera) onto the Mini35Digital imageconverter:Before the 1st attachment, the bayonet mountof the relay le

336 Attach the camera support:Slide the camera support bracket under thecamera and attach the knob (f) to the bottomof the camera: Lock the lever-knob

34Follow the steps below to test the image once the Mini35 is attached to the camera:Steps Instructions Explanatory Notes1 Install a 35mm film lens in

35If 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

36Follow the steps below to adjust the relay back focus.Steps Instructions Explanatory Notes1 Leave the Iris on the camera lens fullyopen and adjust t

37MaintenanceThe prism should be cleaned periodically depending on environmental conditions, Always use a professional lens cleaning solution.Optional

38Frequently Asked QuestionsQ: Will the Angle of View of the lens I’m usingbe affected?A: No, the Angle of View of the lens on theMini35 will be simil

39Q: Does the Mini35Digital require a powersupply?A: Yes. You will need a battery to run the motorof the Mini35Digital. Each cameraconnecting kit incl

4World Wide Technical SupportP+S Technik GmbH Email [email protected] +49 89 45 09 82 30North America ZGC., Inc. Email [email protected] +

40A: With the XL1S, you can use the slow shutterwithout Canon lenses. Also, the XL1S chipis more sensitive to light – an advantagewhen using the Mini

41Q: Is there any prejudice towards the MiniDVformat?A: Yes. Even though MiniDV is a SMPTEstandard “broadcast quality” format, manytelevision stations

42Q: Do I need a support for my prime lenses?What about cine zooms?A: Most cine and still primes will not need anysupport. Larger still primes and zoo

43manual. There are reports that these lensesare not as smooth in their movement inmanual mode as compared to the MF lensesbut will otherwise function

44DealersFranceEMIT Modern Images TechniquesTel: +33-1-48 13 90 10Email: [email protected] American DistributorZGC, Inc.Tel: +1 973-335-4460Email:

45Technical DataCanon XL1(S)Sony DSR-PD150/ DCR-VX1000 /DCR-VX2000Panasonic AG-DVX100JVC HD10UMini35DigitalCamera Mount(converter to camera)Canon XL1

46World Wide Technical SupportP+S Technik GmbH Email [email protected] +49 89 45 09 82 30North America ZGC., Inc. Email [email protected]

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6Delivery Content - Basic Module• 1 – Mini35Digital Image converter, fitted with aninterchangeable lens mount of your choice(PL, Panavision, Nikon, e

7- Connecting Kits• 1 - Relay Lens with protective cap• 1 - Mounting Plate• 1 - Battery Plate with power cable• 1 - Remote Control Cable• 1 – Hex

8PreparationAvoid Murphy’s Law!!Assemble the Mini35Digital image converter onyour camcorder BEFORE the first day of yourproduction. After attaching th

9General DescriptionPos. Description CommentA Hook For Tape MeasureB LWS System Light WeightSupport SystemPrepared for15mm rodsC Wheel Clamping screwf