CEI Color Six Manuale utente
CEI Color Six
NTSC and PAL
Operator’s Manual
Preliminary Edition, October, 1999
CEI Color Six Operator’s Manual
Copyright © 1999 by CEI Technology, Inc. No part of this book,
including interior design, cover design and illustrations, may be
reproduced by any means without the prior written permission of the
publisher.
Contents
Description .................................................................... 1
Features ......................................................................... 1
Warranty ........................................................................ 2
Mounting ....................................................................... 4
Power............................................................................. 5
Video output .................................................................. 6
SMPTE Time Code Input.............................................. 7
Shutter Pulse Input ........................................................ 7
Setup Adjustments......................................................... 8
External Adjustments .................................................... 8
Picture Rotation............................................................. 8
Picture Centering........................................................... 9
Focus ............................................................................. 9
Picture Size.................................................................. 10
Iris Adjustment ............................................................ 11
Internal (Electronic) Adjustments ............................... 11
Using the Multipurpose Control.................................. 12
Saving Custom Settings .............................................. 14
Power Switch............................................................... 14
LCD Monitor............................................................... 14
Message Display ......................................................... 15
Menus and Adjustments .............................................. 16
Camera Information Menu .......................................... 16
Camera Setup Menu .................................................... 17
Speed ........................................................................... 17
Color/Monochrome ..................................................... 18
Gain ............................................................................. 18
Electronic Shutter ........................................................ 18
White Balance ............................................................. 19
Electronic Zoom .......................................................... 19
Aspect Ratio ................................................................ 19
Image Reversal ............................................................ 19
Frame Lines Setup Menu ............................................ 20
Frame Lines................................................................. 20
Shading........................................................................ 20
Page ............................................................................. 20
Adjustment .................................................................. 20
Style............................................................................. 21
Background ................................................................. 21
Intensity ....................................................................... 22
LCD Monitor Setup Menu .......................................... 22
Video Output Menu ..................................................... 22
Image Mix Menu......................................................... 23
Mix .............................................................................. 23
Store ............................................................................ 24
Display Vertical Position Menu................................... 24
Time Code Menu......................................................... 24
User Bits Menu............................................................ 24
Set All To Default Menu ............................................. 25
Run Demo Menu ......................................................... 25
Sensitivity.................................................................... 25
Video Resolution ......................................................... 25
Input Signal Requirements .......................................... 25
Output Signals ............................................................. 26
Power Requirements ................................................... 26
Physical Dimensions (without adapters) ..................... 26
Weight (without adapters) ........................................... 26
External Connectors .................................................... 26
Aaton 35 ...................................................................... 29
Arriflex 35-3................................................................ 29
Use with Arri Rotating and Arri/CSC Doors............... 29
Use with Jurgens Universal......................................... 29
Arriflex 35-3 Door Orientation ................................... 29
Arriflex 35BL .............................................................. 30
Arriflex 435 ................................................................. 31
Arriflex 535A .............................................................. 32
Arriflex 535B .............................................................. 33
Using the Arri Video Elbow ........................................ 34
Using the CEI/535B Interface ..................................... 35
Arriflex SR-2............................................................... 36
Super 16 Converted SR-1 or SR-2 .............................. 36
Arriflex SR-3............................................................... 37
Super 16mm ................................................................ 38
SR-3 Support Bracket.................................................. 39
CEI Retrofit ofArri SR-3 Elbow................................. 40
For Super 16 ................................................................ 41
For standard 16............................................................ 42
Moviecam Compact .................................................... 42
Index............................................................................ 44
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Introduction
Description
The CEI Color Six is a digitally-controlled, self-contained
video assist camera that can be adapted for use with most
popular film cameras. In most instances, the available
dedicated optical components will reduce the size and
overall cost of the system while providing excellent optical
performance.
The video image is developed on a CCD (charge-coupled
device) that provides high light sensitivity and low noise
levels. Picture size, centering and rotation are mechanically
adjustable: all other important aspects of the video image
may (at the operator’s discretion) be adjusted either auto-
matically or manually using a few controls on the exterior of
the camera.
Features
The advanced design of the Color Six includes a number of
features not found on other dedicated systems:
• A backlit LCD monitor
• Film footage counter
• SMPTE time code display
• Integral, infinitely adjustable frame lines with storage for 8
user-defined presets
• On-screen help messages
• On-screen battery voltage monitor
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• On-screen film camera frame rate
• Electronic shutter
• 24 single-frame storage locations
• Live video, stored image or mixed output
• White flag insertion option
• S-video orYUV output (when used with remote)
• 2:1 Electronic zoom
• Normal (4:3) or anamorphic video aspect ratios
• 16 or 35 mm film formats
• 2 video outputs (one without message display or framelines)
• Operating hours counter
The following standard features of the CEI Color V have
been retained:
• Manual or automatic operation of gain, white balance, and
video frame rate
• Normal or inverted video output
• Adjustments for image rotation, size and centering
• Wide range of operating voltages
• Color or monochrome outputs
Warranty
The CEI Color Six comes with a one-year warranty on parts
and labor. Misapplication, operation outside of specified
limits, or physical abuse may void the warranty.
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All CCD cameras can develop degradation of individual
pixels, resulting in small “spots” in the picture. All Color Six
cameras are carefully screened during manufacture to
eliminate sensors that contain bad pixels. Should pixel
degradation occur, CEI will, at its option, repair or replace
any camera that develops spots within 30 days after the
camera is shipped from the factory. Beyond that date,
cameras will be repaired at the customer’s expense. During
the warranty period, the repair or replacement of the camera
due to bad pixels is at the discretion of CEI engineering.
The high level of integration makes the CEI Color Six both
reliable and compact, but also limits the degree of service
possible in the field. Special equipment and training are
essential for effective service. It is highly recommended that
service be performed only by the CEI Service Department.
CEI will gladly provide technical support to help you
diagnose a problem in the field, and possibly offer a compro-
mise operating mode to get you through the current shoot.
Should a return to the factory be indicated, CEI will do
everything possible to expedite the repair.
Whether or not there is a problem, we invite you to call and ask
our staff to answer operating questions or concerns that come
up in the field. We will do everything possible to help you get
the best from your CEI Color Six VideoAssist Camera.
Installation
The CEI Color Six works with a constantly growing list of
film cameras. For many film cameras, a CEI Universal
Optical System is used with the appropriate mounting
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hardware for the specific film camera. The Universal Optical
System incorporates a “zoom” lens, which makes moving
the Color Six from camera to camera simple, economical and
convenient.
In some cases, such as with the Arriflex SR-3, a different set
of interface optics unique to the film camera must be used.
The Appendix to this manual contains the basic directions
for attaching the Color Six to various film cameras.
Before attempting setup, find your film camera model in the
Appendix for specific setup instructions. Make sure you
have the necessary optical adapter for the film camera.
Setup
Mounting
See the Appendix: Verify that your film camera is among
those listed, and follow the mounting instructions. Mounting
and adjustment of the CEI Color Six will be easy, if the
instructions are followed carefully. The only tools required
are a 1/16-inch and a 3/32-inch hex driver.
Many variations of the mounting interfaces may be encoun-
tered in the field, even among the listed cameras. If this
manual does not cover that with which you are working, or if
your film camera is not listed, call CEI Technology for
additional information.
The optical interface to the Color Six uses a clamp mount.A
threaded insert (included with the video camera) will convert
the Color Six for use with the common C-mount threaded
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