7 : T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g P r o c e d u r e s
CHRISTIE DIGITAL SYSTEMS
CineX35 Projector
7-2
May, 2004
7.2. U
L T R A M I T T E N T
A
S S E M B L Y
7 . 2 . 1 . S Y M P T O M : E
X C E S S I V E
T
I C K I N G
Excessive ticking is indicative of a worn star or cam. Replace Ultramittent assembly (see
Section 5.4.5).
7 . 2 . 2 . S Y M P T O M : E
X C E S S I V E
F
I L M
N
O I S E
1. Check for improper gate tension. Use adjustment knob at top of gate assembly to correct
gate tension.
2. Check for improper shoe closure or alignment.
3. If excessive film noise continues, problem may be caused by worn Ultramittent sprocket.
Replace Ultramittent assembly (see Section 5.4.5).
7 . 2 . 3 . S Y M P T O M : F
I L M
I
N S T A B I L I T Y
( J
U M P
)
1. Verify image alignment by running RP-40 loop and making adjustments as necessary
(see Section 6.7).
2. Check for worn Ultramittent sprocket. There should be no sprocket movement when
motor flywheel is manually turned with Ultramittent in rest position.
7 . 2 . 4 . S Y M P T O M : S
H U T T E R
S
T R E A K I N G
Time shutter (see Section 6.5).
7.3. C
O N S T A N T
-S
P E E D
S
P R O C K E T
(M
A I N F R A M E
A
S S E M B L Y
)
The following paragraphs pertain to all constant-speed sprocket assemblies.
7 . 3 . 1 . S Y M P T O M : E
X C E S S I V E
N
O I S E
1. Check for play in shaft or bearings. Adjust or replace as indicated.
2. Check for improperly aligned keeper or stripper. Realign as needed.
3. Check for loose pulley or sprocket. Tighten as needed.
7 . 3 . 2 . S Y M P T O M : F
I L M
S
P R O C K E T
H
O L E
D
A M A G E
Check for hooked or damaged sprocket. Replace as needed.
7 . 3 . 3 . S Y M P T O M : S
P R O C K E T
R
I D I N G
1. Check alignment of pad roller. Adjust as needed.
2. Check pad roller arm spring. Repair or Replace as needed.
