OConnor C1242-0001 User Manual

Manual is about: O-Focus DM Photo and Cine Set

Summary of C1242-0001

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    User guide o-focus dm photo set o-focus dm cine set c1242-0001 c1242-0002 user guide.

  • Page 2: Caution

    Copyright © 2011 the vitec group plc all rights reserved throughout the world. No part of this document may be stored in a retrieval system, transmitted, copied or reproduced in any way, including, but not limited to, photocopy, photograph, magnetic or other record without the prior agreement and pe...

  • Page 3: Contents

    3 contents caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 the o-focus dual mini . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 o-focus dm photo specification ...

  • Page 4: The O-Focus Dm Cine

    The o-focus dm cine 4.

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    Congratulations on the purchase of your new oconnor o-focus dm! We want you to get the most from your new o-focus dual mini, and therefore encourage you to read this user guide to familiarize yourself with its many features, some of which may be new to you. It also covers essential information about...

  • Page 6: Specification

    6 o-focus dm photo set (c1242-0001) weight of unit (incl. Lws rod bridge, handwheel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.23 lbs (0.56 kg) weight of bridges (excl. Handwheel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.73 lbs (0.33 kg) dimensions (excl. Handwheel) . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 7: In The Box

    7 in the box o-focus dm main bridge c1242-1300 15 mm lws rod bridge c1241-1540 o-focus hard-stop handwheel c1242-1100 marking discs (conical, 10 pack) c1242-1530 friction driver 35 c1242-1001 gear z60 c1241-1900 gear z35 c1241-1700 gear z43 c1241-1600 gear z50 c1241-1800 o-focus dm photo set c1242-0...

  • Page 8: Specification

    O-focus dm cine set (c1242-0002) weight of unit (incl. Lws rod bridge, handwheel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.52 lbs (0.69 kg) weight of bridges (excl. Handwheel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.73 lbs (0.33 kg) dimensions (excl. Handwheel) . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 9: In The Box

    In the box 9 o-focus dm main bridge c1242-1300 15 mm lws rod bridge c1241-1540 cff-1 studio handwheel (full-size offset knob) c1241-1100 marking discs (10 pack) c1241-1530 friction driver 35 c1242-1001 gear z60 c1241-1900 gear z35 c1241-1700 gear z43 c1241-1600 gear z50 c1241-1800 o-focus dm cine se...

  • Page 10: Components

    10 components part no. Gear size c1241-1700 c1241-1600 c1241-1800 c1241-1900 c1242-1001 35 tooth 0.8m 10 mm face 43 tooth 0.8m 6 mm face 50 tooth 0.6m 7.5 mm face 60 tooth 0.5m 7.5 mm face Ø39 mm surface lens type cine cine canon eng focus fujinon eng focus non-geared photo lenses lws rod bridge mai...

  • Page 11: Components

    11 components lws rod bridge main bridge lock lever (rod bridge) flip-lock rod clamp screw centric hard-stop handwheel bridge interlock (with output gears) lock lever index screws o-focus dm photo c1242-0001 standard square socket for attachments conical marking disc witness marker driver gear lock ...

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    Assembly – assembling the bridge 1 2 mount the driver gear. Choose a compatible driver gear for your lens (see page 10). Locate the driver on the output gear at the front or back of the interlock bridge as desired. Ensure the serrations fully interlock, then tighten the hollow knurled screw. Assembl...

  • Page 13: Mounting The Handwheel

    Mounting the handwheel the o-focus dm incorporates a minimal backlash mechanism to guarantee precision focus pull with less play and higher accuracy. Note that the assembly instructions apply to both types of handwheel. Push-fit the handwheel firmly onto the main bridge. The handwheel must be fully ...

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    Mounting onto the camera rods mounting the o-focus dm to the lens requires the assembly to be adjusted in two steps: first assemble and mount the o-focus on the camera rods, then adjust the main bridge, until the driver gear engages with the lens focus drive. For more information about the focal len...

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    Mounting the o-focus to the lens depending on the setup, the lws rod bridge can also be replaced with a studio bridge to accommodate heavy-duty 15 mm or 19 mm studio camera rods (see page 10). (see oconnor > labs > ‘rod standards explained’). For more information about different types of camera rods...

  • Page 16: Setting The Focal Distances

    1 setting the focal distances 16 set the lens focal range for the o-focus dm photo. Using a suitable pen mark the reference points for the maximum and minimum focal distances. Hard stops prevent lenses with infinite rotation from being turned too far. The hard stops can also be used as hard focus po...

  • Page 17: Setting The Focal Distances

    Mount the marking disc. Align the tongue on the handwheel with the cutout on the marking disc, then push the disc onto the handwheel until it audibly ‘clicks’ into place. Set the initial lens focus and loosen the index to set it to the preferred eye level. Use a pen to mark the focal reference point...

  • Page 18: Options and Extras

    Options and extras 18 for larger camera packages the o-focus dm can also be used with an optional 70 mm handwheel extension (see page 7 for details). The eye level of the eccentric cff-1 studio handwheel can be adapted for optimal ‘line of sight’ and for reach. Handwheel extension (70 mm) the o-focu...

  • Page 19: Oconnor Offices Worldwide

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