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AAton A-Minima User Manual

AAton A-Minima
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AAton A-Minima Specifications

General IconGeneral
Sensor SizeSuper 16mm
Film Format16mm
Frame Rates1-50 fps
Recording Format16mm film
Magazine Capacity120m (400 ft)
Shutter Angle180 degrees (adjustable)

Summary

Chapter 1: Presentation

Technical Specifications

Detailed technical specifications of the A-Minima camera, including dimensions, weight, shutter, frame rate, and mounts.

Chapter 2: Control Panel and Operation

A-Minima Control Panel Overview

Description of the control panel's LCD display, six buttons, and camera status LED functions.

Camera Operation and Status

Covers camera run activation, inching, software version check, and the default display information.

Parameter and Speed Settings

Guides on viewing and changing camera parameters, including preset and custom speed settings.

Advanced Settings: Deletion, Footage, ASA

Instructions for deleting speeds, setting magazine footage count, and adjusting ASA exposure index.

Timecode Initialization and Programming

Details on initializing timecode from the internal clock and programming the internal clock with new time.

External Timecode and ASCII Communication

Methods for initializing timecode using external devices like OriginCplus or SMPTE devices, and sending ASCII commands.

Video Sync and Time-Lapse Intervalometer

Setting up video sync for shooting video sources and using the intervalometer for time-lapse photography.

Display Light, Options, and Shutter Modes

Managing display backlight, camera options (feet/meters), and selecting different camera shutter modes.

Camera Synchronization Modes

Instructions for operating the camera in 'camera master' mode to control another A-Minima.

Chapter 3: Magazine Loading and Handling

Film and Magazine Basics

Information on A-minima daylight spools, film loading, magazine components, and shutter operation.

Magazine Loading Procedure

Step-by-step guide for loading film onto the spool and into the A-Minima magazine.

Installing and Threading the Camera

Process for installing the loaded magazine and threading the film through the camera gate and sprockets.

Removing Exposed Film Spool

Instructions on how to safely remove the spool containing exposed film from the magazine.

Chapter 4: Camera Connectors

Camera Connector Descriptions

Details on the Lemo 6, Lemo 5, and other connectors for power, accessory, and timecode interface.

Chapter 5: Accessories

A-Minima Power Base Functions

Explanation of the A-Minima Power Base's capabilities, including tripod mounting, power distribution, and sync.

A-Minima Video Assist System

Description of the on-board video assist camera, its features, and integration with the A-Minima.

Installing the Video Assist

Step-by-step instructions for installing the video assist unit onto the camera body.

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