Bolex Paillard 150 Super Instruction Manual
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1. 3 A cable release fitted with a locking screw allows for the camera to be operated in con tinuous run see page 14 4 A single frame release unit very useful for producing trick effects and essential for animating still subjects 5 A black carrying case provides smart protection for the camera and contains enough room for several spare cartridges and various accessories 6 A high output iodine quartz lighting unit 650 W especially de signed for this camera When the lamp is switched on the built in conversion filter in the camera automatically moves aside see page 13 Technical data Bolex 150 Super camera Super 8 film in Kodak type 50ft cartridges Cartridge duration 3 min 20 sec at the speed of 18 f p s Interval between two consecutive divisions of film counter 8 3 sec or 25 of film Filming speed 18 frames per second Exposure time 1 47 second Electric motor fed by four penlight 1 5 volt batteries Interna tional AA size Photo resistance fed by two long life batteries ref Mallory PX 13 Range of sensitivities 25 100 ASA 15 21 DIN for black and white films and daylight type colour films 40 160 ASA 17 23 DIN for artificial light colour films Focal lengths 8 5 30 mm Diaphragm apertures f 1 9 f 16 Filming distances measured from the film plane from 2 8 to infinity i 23 Your films are preciou2. versa should take at least 5 6 se conds otherwise the projected picture may appear jerky Successful zoom effects depend on the steadiness of the camera 16 e Swing out the zoom lever to its fullest extent e Hold the tip of the lever be tween the second finger and thumb of the left hand and place the fore finger on the outside of the knob itself near the cut out and turn smoothly Itis advisable however to use zoom effects in moderation otherwise your films could become dull and monotonous Automatic exposure system The setting of the lens diaphragm aperture is fully automatic It is controlled by a photo resistance fed by two batteries for checking and replacing batteries see pages 10 and 21 The light is continuously measured as it passes through the lens The automatic exposure system takes into account the sensitivity ASA speed of the film in use by means of a special notch in the film cartridge The position of this notch varies according to the type and sensitivity of the film 16118564 28 1 9 e The cut out scale in the lower part of the viewfinder indicates the lens diaphragm aperture se lected by the automatic exposure system At each end of this scale is a co loured zone If the needle enters the red zone on the right the light is insufficient for filming On the other hand if the needle enters the yellow zone on the left this indi cates that
3. Its mechanism is driven by an electric motor fed by four bat teries You can operate the mechanism e either by pressing the trigger 14 e or by using a cable release To fit the cable lift the trigger up to the safety position where it also should be left when the camera is not in use and screw the cable into the threaded hole If you use a cable release fitted with a locking screw the camera mechanism can be operated con tinuously useful when you want to include yourself in the picture see page 22 Focusing The Bolex 150 Super camera is equipped with a superb lens the Paillard Bolex 8 5 30 mm f 1 9 Zoom Its high quality ensures first class results The minimum focusing distance is 2 8 e Focus is quickly and easily set by means of the knob on the left hand side of the camera d e Onthe right hand side focusing distances can be read at a glance on the dial marked in feet and metres The white sector of the dial for distance focusing facilitates your task For the most part you can apply one of the following focusing tips without preoccupying your self with the graduation Subject Subject Subject between between between 6 and 10 ft 10 and 23 ft 23 ft and e For accurate measurement of the distance between the subject and the film use the symbol Q which is on the left hand side of the camera behind the focusing knob as a guide for the film pl
4. Lastly aim for varied and interesting effects Your Bolex 150 Super camera gives you great scope How to look after your camera Do not under any circumstances dismantle the camera If you do you may be involved in costly repairs and the guarantee will be void The interior of the magazine must be kept spotlessly clean Lens and filters The surface of the front lens and the filter surfaces should be kept absolutely clean Use the special soft tissues sold in photographic shops But avoid rubbing the surfaces more than necessary as this could damage the anti reflec tion coating Close the lens hood between takes Special care should be taken to avoid dust and fingerprints per spiration attacks glass 20 Lubrication Like a high quality watch the camera rarely needs to be lubri cated When new it contains a reserve of grease and oil sufficient for two to three years At the end of this time it is advisable to return the camera to a Paillard Bolex distributor for fresh lubri cation Care of the camera in tropical regions Certain precautions should be taken to protect both camera and films against heat and humidity Airtight boxes and protective chemicals are available from pho tographic shops and we strongly recommend you to make use of them if you will be spending any time in the tropics Replacing the batteries All the batteries used in your camera are housed inside the magazine Exposur
5. the light is too strong for filming Exceptions When using film of 40 ASA 17 DIN sensitivity or lower and filming snow or beach scenes or back lighted subjects you can continue even if the needle is in the yellow zone When shooting night se quences outdoors illuminations fireworks neon signs etc you can achieve excellent results even if the needle is in the red zone Locking the exposure system e Ifyou wish the automatic expo sure system can be locked either before or during filming This is achieved by pressing the button a and is used mainly under the following conditions Toavoid anundesirable reaction of the diaphragm while filming alternately light and dark subjects or following a moving subject which is passing in front of a con trasted background To lock the lens diaphragm at any desired aperture before film ing in order to achieve deliberate over or under exposure To obtain any desired lens dia phragm aperture between f 1 9 and f 16 aim the camera at a bright or dark subject according to whether you require a small or TT e The automatic exposure sys tem is locked by simply pressing button a large aperture Move the camera slowly away from this subject until the needle reaches the aper ture required Now press the button a As soon as the button is released the automatic exposu
6. Set the focal length to 30 mm e Turn the focusing knob and set the infinity mark on the dial opposite the white line e Sight a distant subject through the viewfinder and turn the fluted knob until the picture is as sharp as possible Important The sharpness of the picture seen in the viewfinder must not be used as a guide for focusing The light grey circular area out side the actual filming area helps you to observe the surroundings to your scene 9 Checking the batteries Before using the camera remem ber to check the condition of the batteries It is advisable to repeat this check from time to time The Bolex 150 Super camera requires four batteries for the motor and two other batteries for the exposure system 10 Automatic exposure system batteries A device called a photo resistance reacts to changing light conditions and adjusts the lens diaphragm accordingly With your eye to the viewfinder pull back a the small lever on the right hand side of the magazine As long as the needle does not move to the right of the position illustrated below the batteries are still good If the needle is not in this position both batteries must be replaced see page 21 On an average the batteries last from one to two years Motor batteries If not already fitted the four motor batteries 1 5 V penlight type should be inserted in the magazine see page 21 These batteries a
7. _ INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Your camera has been supplied with 1 sling strap 1 filter mount 2 PX 13 batteries for the auto matic exposure system We strongly recommend that after reading this instruction manual a trial cartridge of film is used in the camera and the results checked before you film a holiday trip or any important event This will help you to get to know the camera and will show if you are following the instructions correctly When in doubt see your Bolex dealer for advice or help Contents Introduction Get to know your camera Setting up Lens hood 3 Viewfinder eyecup Eyepiece adjustment Checking the batteries Loading the film Filming Operating the mechanism Focusing Depth of field Framing the subject Automatic exposure system Locking the exposure system Filters sit Sh a Film counter y A few words of advice How to look after your camera Replacing the batteries Accessories Technical data The Bolex 18 5 Super projector b GO 00 00 GO a You now have a really modern camera a camera which sets a new fashion in filming Even before you have used it your Bolex 150 Super camera gives you the greatest pleasure and satisfaction and we know this will continue The completely original concept of your camera is the result of Paillard s long experience in the high precision manu facture of movie making equipment The Bolex 150 Super
8. ane Depth of field The depth of field is the zone in front of and behind the subject which will be in sharp focus It varies according to the focal length used the lens diaphragm aperture and the focusing distance The longer the focal length that is the nearer to 30 mm the larger the lens diaphragm aperture to f 1 9 or the shorter the focusing distance the shallower the depth of field will be Conversely the shorter the focal length that is the nearer to 8 5 mm the smaller the lens diaphragm aperture to f 16 or the longer the focusing distance the greater the depth of field will be Consult the depth of field chart supplied with the camera 15 Framing the subject The focal length knob enables you to frame the subject as you wish The most natural relief and move ment will be reproduced at pro jection if the shots have been taken around the standard focal length f 15 mm If circumstances should prevent you from a correct framing of the subject by applying this focal length you then frame the subject as you wish by either using a wide angle focal length f 8 5 mm if it is impossible to withdraw further or telephoto f 30mm if you cannot approach Focal lengths can also be changed during filming This effect known as zooming creates the im pression of moving away or approaching the subject As a general rule a complete zoom from 30mm to 8 5mm or vice
9. dial p 15 Detachable sling strap Accessory attachment plate p 22 Filter mount p 18 Y threaded hole for tripod or monopod p 19 Motor batteries pp 11 and 21 Cartridge driving device Lever for moving conversion filter p 12 Gate p 20 Exposure system battery com partment pp 11 and 21 Setting up Your Bolex 150 Super camera is extremely simple to operate Be fore you start filming however some setting up and a few checks are necessary First of all lift the lens cap Lens hood The lens of the Bolex 150 Super camera is supplied with a hood It can which is also a lens cap occupy two positions e Closed position protecting the front of the lens between takes e Filming position Viewfinder eyecup The viewfinder eyepiece is fitted with a rubber eyecup which can be set to the most convenient position whether you prefer view ing with the left or right eye e Pull back the eyepiece e Rotate it through 180 to the desired position and release it making sure that the small pin in the end of the fluted knob is en gaged in the hole e If you wish you can also fold the eyecup forward especially if you wear spectacles Eyepiece adjustment For comfortable viewing the view finder eyepiece should be adjusted to your particular eyesight e
10. e system batteries The two batteries for the auto matic exposure system are in a special compartment To insert new batteries e Unscrew the compartment e Insert the two batteries one on top of the other well into the com partment as shown in the dia gram The base marked 4 should be at the bottom and the coloured plastic seal uppermost Screw the compartment back into place Check the batteries see page 11 Use long life batteries Mallory Type PX 13 Motor batteries The four motor batteries are grouped in two pairs To insert new batteries consult the dia grams on each side of the housings e Put in one battery downwards end e To insert the second battery first fit the end into the lower spring press downwards and then insert the end into the terminal socket Check the batteries see page 11 Use penlight 1 5 V batteries International Code A A size It is advisable to use only the best quality batteries to avoid the risk of electrolyte leakage 22 Accessories Various practical accessories have been designed for use with the Bolex 150 Super camera 1 A filter mount whose use is described on page 18 2 An automatic release the ideal accessory for self filming It starts the camera running six seconds after the timing mecha nism has been set and allows for a predetermined shooting time of between 5 and 20 seconds
11. is the latest in a long line of cameras which are traditionally unrivalled for quality If you are a beginner to filming you will be thrilled how you can make successful movies easily And if you are experienced you will appre ciate the numerous advantages of this new camera Here s wishing you many happy hours with your Bolex 150 Super camera Through our world wide organi sation we can offer impeccable after sales service in practically every part of the world If service is required return your camera to a Paillard Bolex distributor He alone is authorised to carry out repairs adjustments and main tenance work Please remember to quote the serial number en graved on the accessory attach ment plate in any correspond ence with your Bolex dealer or distributor Paillard S A Get to know your camera 1 Magazine pp 12 and 21 2 Magazine opening catch p 12 3 Viewfinder eyepiece with rubber eyecup p 8 4 Fluted knob for eyesight adjustment p 8 5 Focusing knob p 14 6 Focal length zoom knob with folding lever p 16 7 Pistol grip p 14 8 Trigger p 14 9 Automatic exposure locking button p 17 10 Lens hood p 8 11 Lens p 14 BOLe x 30 180 sup paean 54 N O Battery checking lever p 10 Film counter p 18 Lamp fixing shoe pp 13 and 22 Focusing distance
12. m into the magazine so that the identification label is on the out side with the flattest end down wards Press the cartridge firmly into place Before closing the magazine make sure that the conversion filter lever is in the correct position e Lever position for filming filter in place daylight Lever position for artificial light filming filter moved aside e For even greater simplicity when filming in artificial light use the Bolex 650 W lamp especially designed for the Bolex 150 Super camera e You can then leave the filter lever in daylight position per manently as the conversion filter automatically moves aside when the lamp is switched on and automatically moves back into place when the lamp is switched off Notes The daylight position of the filter is marked on the lamp fixing shoe on the right hand side of the camera When the filter is in this position the white dot on the spindle is opposite the blue dot The position of the conversion filter is unimportant if you use black and white or daylight type colour film The conversion filter is automatically moved aside by a special notch in the cartridge In subdued light the magazine can be opened at any time to alter the position of the conversion filter without any risk of fogging the film 13 Filming Operating the mechanism Your camera is now ready for use
13. re checked in a similar fashion With your eye to the viewfinder push forward b the small lever on the right hand side of magazine As long as the needle does not move to the right of the position illus trated below the batteries are still good If the needle is not in this position all four batteries must be replaced see page 21 After intensive use the batteries mayrundownprematurely How ever if they are taken out of use for a few hours they will recharge themselves and can be used to drive several more cartridges of film New batteries will last for be tween 15 and 25 cartridges of film depending on the temperature Battery capacity decreases sharply at low temperatures At 10 C only three or four cartridges can be used As a general rule batteries should be changed once a year even if the above mentioned number of cart ridges have not been used 11 Loading the film All that remains is to load your camera and you are ready to film The Bolex 150 Super camera is designed to take Super 8 film in Kodak type cartridges Mostly you will probably use colour film which is specially designed for use in artificial light conditions A conversion filter built in the ca mera enables you to use this one type of film in daylight as well as in artificial light Camera loading is extremely simple e Open pressing catch in the magazine lid by 12 e Slip the cartridge of Super 8 fil
14. re system will function normally Remark The needle may shift while you are pressing the exposure locking button This is however of no importance as the diaphragm aperture stays unchanged 17 Filters A filter mount is supplied with the camera and it accepts standard ASA Series VI rim mounted filters e Place the filter mount e Slip the filter mount into its slot 18 in the filter As the light is measured through the lens the exposure system auto matically takes into account the effect of the filter When a filter is in position it does not prevent the lens hood from being closed during takes Film counter After filming several sequences you may want to know how much film is left in the magazine wise One com plete revolution of the needle equals film in the cart ridge 50ft 3 min 20 sec of filming time at 18 frames per second The counter is divi ded into 24 segments each corres ponding to approximately 8 se e The counter nee dle rotates clock the total length of conds of filming time or 2ft of film The needle automatically returns to zero when the cartridge is removed Another useful feature is the signal in the viewfinder which indicates whether the magazine is loaded or unloaded and whether any film remains in the cartridge e Position of the signal when the magazine is loaded e Position of the signal when
15. s and fragile Your films are precious because they are virtually irreplaceable think how difficult it would be to recapture the same scene a second time Surely you do not want to jeopardize all that opportunity your own talent and your camera have produced Of course not You want a projector which will protect your films and ensure they last as long as possible a projector which is as accurate reliable and well designed as your camera The Bolex 18 5 L Super is such a projector Its 100 automatic thread ing system makes for quick and easy loading and provides maximum protection for your films The Bolex 18 5 L Super projector cossets your films with kid glove care and offers many other advantages besides brilliant colour true and uniformly sharp pictures flicker free slow motion at 5 f p s reverse projection lead for an automatic intermis sion light plus the possibility of making exciting sound movies with the Bolex 18 5 Synchronizer Furthermore the zoom lens enables you to instantly adapt the picture to the size of the screen without moving the projector The Bolex 18 5 L Super projector makes the ideal partner for the 150 Super camera Ask your dealer for a demonstration and you will agree We wish you every success and many pleasurable hours with your Bolex equipment 24 Paillard S A Sainte Croix Switzerland
16. the magazine is unloaded or the cartridge fully used When the film is finished open the magazine lid Take out the cart ridge and send it for processing following the instructions given by the film manufacturer You can if required unload the camera even if the cartridge has not been fully used Only a small length of film visible at the end of the cartridge will be fogged Remember to note the length of film which has been exposed be fore removing the cartridge for when you reload this cartridge the counter will not take this into account A few words of advice Make films full of life and movement Keep the camera as steady as possible while filming The slightest jerk is magnified on the screen and results in unsteady pictures The shape of your camera ensures an excellent hold However if circumstances permit it is always advisable to use a monopod or tripod As a rule a tripod is essential when taking single frame exposures Avoid long scenes or your film will drag On the other hand very short scenes will make your films jerky and difficult to follow Five to ten seconds is a good average length Vary the angle of your shots And vary their distance with long shots medium shots and close ups Remember that close ups often provide the most interesting results Keep camera movements to a minimum and reserve zoom effects for really deserving cases In excess they can become monotonous
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