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Kodascope Model D
User Manual
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Instructions for the Operation of the Kodascope
To successfully operate the Kodascope, the instructions in this manual
should be carefully read and followed. The Kodascope is accurately
adjusted and is very simple to operate but, unless the few things which
have to be done by the operator are done correctly, there will be danger
of injuring the film. Before threading the film, it is best to familiarize
yourself with all the operations mentioned in this booklet. Then thread
the sample film, which you will find on the small reel, and practice
projecting and rewinding the film. In the Kodascope, the sprocket draws
the film from the supply reel and feeds if to the pull-down. The pull-
down draws the film intermittently past the aperture in the gate and the
same sprocket takes the film from the pull-down and feeds it to the
lake-up reel. The Kodascope can be run on either alternating or direct
current but must not he operated on a line carrying more than 125 volts
or less than 100 volts, either A.C. or D.C. If it is not known what voltage
your line carries inquire of your local electric service company. To obtain
the best illumination, check the voltage of the lamp in the Kodascope.
Because line-voltage is reduced with a heavy current load, obtain a lamp
with a voltage rating slightly lower than your line. For instance, if your
line-voltage is 115 to 120 volts the 1I5-volt lamp will be satisfactory.
Illumination of the Room
Before using the Kodascope, the room in which the pictures are to be
shown should be darkened sufficiently to allow the Kodascope to project
a brilliant image on the screen. This does not mean that the room
should he totally dark. If the lights are properly placed, the room may
be sufficiently light to read in, after the eyes of the occupants have
adjusted themselves to the subdued lighting. A floor or table lamp with a
dark colored shade may be left lighted if the light does not shine directly
in the eyes of the spectators and does not perceptibly reduce the
brilliance of the image on the screen. If the lamp throws too much light
at the top, a piece of brown paper cut to size can he inserted in the top
of the lamp shade. Very often the lights in rooms adjoining rooms in
which the Kodascope is used do not impair the brilliancy of the projected
pictures.
