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General| Brand | Argus |
|---|---|
| Model | cosina 704 |
| Category | Digital Camera |
| Language | English |
Install batteries to power the camera's electric drive and automatic exposure control.
Insert an instant-loading Super 8 film cartridge into the camera.
Instructions for extending the pistol grip for use and retracting it for storage.
How to operate the trigger release to check power and start filming.
Information on suitable battery types and their approximate cartridge life.
Guidance on installing the 1.35-volt mercury battery for the electric eye.
How to check the battery's condition using the viewfinder indicator.
Explanation of the AUTO, MANUAL, and OFF positions of the exposure control dial.
How the automatic system adjusts lens opening for correct exposure.
How to use the control as a light meter for manual exposure adjustments.
Three methods: Trigger Release, Remote Control Cord, and Cable Release.
How to use the run-lock lever for continuous filming and safety.
The Super 8 cartridge design and its automatic engagement with camera mechanisms.
How the footage counter resets and indicates exposed film.
How to attach movie lights and their effect on the internal filter.
Information on the Type-A filter's use in outdoor filming.
Steps to adjust the camera for proper viewfinder focusing.
How to use the focusing ring and viewfinder for sharp images.
Using the split image feature for critical focusing on Model 708.
How the zoom lens works and its visible effect in the viewfinder.
Operating the manual zoom control for desired field of view.
Using the electric zoom button for telephoto or wide-angle positions.
Importance of holding the camera steady and using a tripod.
Advice on lighting, panning techniques, and slow motion for smoother footage.
Tips on planning movies in advance for continuity and story sequence.
Guidance on scene length and editing.
Protecting the camera from damage, heat, moisture, and dust.
Instructions for cleaning the camera interior, film gate, and lens.
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