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Signature Prime

U S E R   M A N U A L

November 14

th

, 2018

Signature Prime

U S E R   M A N U A L

November 14

th

, 2018

Summary of Contents for SIGNATURE PRIME 12/T1.8

Page 1: ...Signature Prime U S E R M A N U A L November 14th 2018 Signature Prime U S E R M A N U A L November 14th 2018 ...

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Page 3: ...ion may change without notice The information and intellectual property contained herein is confidential between ARRI and the client and remains the exclusive property of ARRI If you find any problems in the documentation please report them to us in writing ARRI does not warrant that this document is error free Arnold Richter Cine Technik GmbH Co Betriebs KG Türkenstr 89 D 80799 Munich Germany ser...

Page 4: ...ARRI SIGNATURE PRIMES 9 5 ARRI SIGNATURE PRIME Layout 11 6 Precautions and Safety Guidelines 12 7 LPL Mount 15 8 Mounting Operation 16 9 Cleaning 20 10 Technical Data 23 11 Spare Parts 27 12 Declarations of Conformity 28 13 ARRI Service Contact Information 30 14 SIGNATURE PRIME Drawings 31 ...

Page 5: ... of the lens or other system components due to contamination defective signal connections or incompatibilities with third party equipment ARRI assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this document The information is subject to change without notice For product specification changes since this manual was published refer to the latest publications of ARRI data sheets or data book...

Page 6: ...d or for any claim by third party downtime good will damage to or replacement of equipment or property any cost or recovering of any material or goods associated with the assembly or use of our products or any other damages or injury of the persons and so on or under any other legal theory In the case one or all of the foregoing clauses are not allowed by applicable law the fullest extent permissi...

Page 7: ...e How to Use This Manual All directions are given from a camera operator s point of view For example camera right side refers to the right side of the camera or lens when standing behind the camera and operating it in a normal fashion Connectors are written in all capital letters for example LPL This manual contains furthermore useful reference material including the technical specifications and d...

Page 8: ...8 Scope 3 Scope This instruction manual applies to all ARRI SIGNATURE PRIME lenses Document ID K4 0019068 ...

Page 9: ...ange is the first cine lens series to feature machined magnesium lens barrels making the optics incredibly lightweight and robust They are also incorporating ARRI s next generation LDS 2 Lens Data System with high data rates and absolute encoders for fast initializing LDS 2 extends the possibilities of lens data and is being licensed to other lens and camera manufacturers A crucial element of the ...

Page 10: ...9 14 15 16 25 mm 19 21 22 16 18 19 29 mm 22 24 26 19 21 22 35 mm 26 29 31 23 25 27 40 mm 30 33 36 26 28 31 47 mm 35 39 42 30 33 36 58 mm 44 48 52 38 41 45 75 mm 56 62 67 49 53 58 95 mm 71 78 84 62 68 73 125 mm 94 103 111 81 89 96 150 mm 113 124 133 97 107 115 200 mm 150 165 178 129 142 154 280 mm 210 231 249 181 199 215 Con version Factor 1 33x 1 21x 1 12x 1 54x 1 40x 1 30x Example If you normally...

Page 11: ...ARRI SIGNATURE PRIME Layout 11 5 ARRI SIGNATURE PRIME Layout ...

Page 12: ...uct specific operating instructions in general and must be strictly observed for safety reasons Read and understand all safety and operating instructions before you operate or install the system Retain all safety and operating instructions for future reference Heed all warnings on the system and in the safety and operating instructions before you operate or install the system Follow all installati...

Page 13: ... dry and dust free environment If this is not possible take extra care that no dust enters the camera while the lens is off Keep the protective caps on the lens when not mounted to the camera or not in operation Follow the cleaning instructions in this manual to avoid damage of the lens Do not use any strong or aggressive cleaning detergents like Methanol Acetone Benzine or acids as they may damag...

Page 14: ...e lens in places where it may be subject to extreme temperatures direct sunlight high humidity severe vibration or strong magnetic fields Condensation When moving the lens from a cool to a warm location or when the lens is used in a damp environment condensation may form inside the lens port on glass surfaces and on internal or external electrical connections Operating the lenses while condensatio...

Page 15: ...lity with all PL mount lenses on camera side be they Super 35 or full frame The adapter attaches securely to the LPL lens mount without tools allowing crews to rapidly switch between PL and LPL lenses on set Cinematographers are therefore offered an unlimited lens choice with complete lens metadata accessible from LDS 2 LDS 1 or i lenses The lens must be mounted in the 12 o clock position to enabl...

Page 16: ...th the marking on the rear part and the element aligned CAUTION Use the lens only with an element like the net holder attached to the lens Be careful not to touch the rear lens when attaching or removing accessory components of the rear part When using a net attached to the net holder take precautions that neither the rubber band or the net are blocking or damaging the LDS 2 contacts the LPL mount...

Page 17: ...with an LPL mount Do not use strong forces to mount the lens In case the bayonet is not moving smoothly check if the lens is correctly positioned CAUTION When not attached to the camera attach the protective caps on the lens rear and front part to prevent dust from entering the lens cavity LPL mount lenses can only be mounted in one orientation into the camera with the LDS 2 contacts in 12 o clock...

Page 18: ... the back of the lens bridge The vertical position of the lens support mount from the optical center of the lens is the same for all SIGNATURE PRIME lenses as illustrated below Focus Iris Ring The focus and iris scales are calibrated at ambient temperature They can be adjusted continuously in the given ranges External motors can be used to control the focus and iris rings WARNING Do not exceed the...

Page 19: ...ens the GTIN number and serial number of the lens are engraved as clear text and as data matrix code using the GS1 standard The GS1 barcode can be identified globally and makes rental check ins and check outs easier They provide proof of ownership and eliminate the need for stickers that can fall off or leave residue Please be aware the encoded information of ARRI s GS1 GTIN code is different to t...

Page 20: ...ting efficiency to use deionized air Avoid compressed air from cans the chances of liquid propellants within the can being expelled in liquid droplets against the glass thereby leaving contaminants are quite great If using compressed air use it only in a clean environment to avoid aerosols being pulled into the air stream and propelled onto the surface Always use oil free compressed air with less ...

Page 21: ...an ARRI Optics Cleaning Cloth It may be difficult to clean an optical surface without streaks and non volatile residues when the relative humidity exceeds 65 Always store your optics in the provided containers with protective caps on when not in use If not stored in a container store the lens with the optical surfaces upright in a clean environment and protective covers on to limit contamination R...

Page 22: ...sopropyl alcohol The liquids should be used in this sequence 4 Using a bright light source check for cleaning agent residues streaks or other contaminants It is common to breathe carefully on the optical surface and then to gently wipe off the condensed moisture with a soft cloth e g a clean ARRI Optical Cleaning Cloth If you decide to do so avoid saliva droplets on the surface and do not firmly w...

Page 23: ...2 5 mm 10 34 203 0 mm 7 99 189 5 mm 7 46 183 4 mm 7 22 Angle of view H V D for LF Open Gate 114 2 94 0 124 0 102 0 81 2 112 9 91 4 71 0 102 6 82 7 63 0 94 0 Physical Dimensions Front diameter 134 mm 5 28 156 mm 6 14 114 mm 4 49 114 mm 4 49 Max housing diam eter 135 mm 5 31 157 mm 6 18 115 mm 4 53 115 mm 4 53 Length from flange 239 mm 9 41 197 mm 7 75 178 mm 7 01 178 mm 7 01 Weight lens only 2 8 kg...

Page 24: ... 7 01 165 8 mm 6 53 162 1 mm 6 53 159 3 mm 6 27 Angle of view H V D for LF Open Gate 73 0 54 4 84 0 65 1 47 9 75 7 55 5 40 2 65 3 49 3 35 4 58 3 Physical Dimensions Front diameter 114 mm 4 49 114 mm 4 49 114 mm 4 49 114 mm 4 49 Max housing diam eter 115 mm 4 53 115 mm 4 53 115 mm 4 53 115 mm 4 53 Length from flange 178 mm 7 01 178 mm 7 01 178 mm 7 01 178 mm 7 01 Weight lens only 1 9 kg 4 2lb 1 8 k...

Page 25: ...m 6 13 143 9 mm 5 66 115 5 mm 4 55 85 4 mm 3 36 Angle of view H V D for LF Open Gate 42 6 30 4 50 8 34 9 24 8 41 8 27 5 19 3 33 3 21 6 15 3 26 5 Physical Dimensions Front diameter 114 mm 4 49 114 mm 4 49 114 mm 4 49 114 mm 4 49 Max housing diam eter 115 mm 4 53 115 mm 4 53 115 mm 4 53 115 mm 4 53 Length from flange 178 mm 7 01 178 mm 7 01 178 mm 7 01 178 mm 7 01 Weight lens only 1 8 kg 4 0lb 2 0 k...

Page 26: ... 6 mm 2 07 54 5 mm 2 15 34 9mm 1 37 36 9 mm 1 45 Angle of view H V D for LF Open Gate 16 6 11 6 20 2 13 9 9 7 16 9 10 4 7 3 12 6 7 4 5 2 9 0 Physical Dimensions Front diameter 114 mm 4 49 114 mm 4 49 114 mm 4 49 134 mm 5 28 Max housing diam eter 115 mm 4 53 135 mm 5 31 135 mm 5 31 135 mm 5 31 Length from flange 178 mm 7 01 208 mm 8 19 218 mm 8 58 278 mm 10 93 Weight lens only 2 3 kg 5 1lb 3 25 kg ...

Page 27: ... locate your local dealer for Warranty Repair Spare part inquiries The following spare parts are available for the Signature Prime lenses Front Cap Rear Cap Net Holder Shim Set Aluminum Lens Case Name Plate Cleaning Cloth 170x150mm Cleaning Cloth 14 6 x17 7 Design specifications availability are subject to change without notice ...

Page 28: ...al and electronic equipment OJ L 174 1 7 2011 p 88 110 The compliance with the requirements of the European Directives was proved by the application of the following standards EN 55032 2015 EN 55103 2 2009 EN 50581 2012 To evaluate the respective information we used http ec europa eu growth single market european standards harmonised standards index_en htm Munich 15 May 2018 sign Walter Trauninger...

Page 29: ...ction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense Industry Canada Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES 003 Class A specifications Cet appareil numérique de la Classe A est conforme à la nor...

Page 30: ...act Information In case you require support or assistance with your product write an Email to service arri com or contact one of the worldwide ARRI Service Centers Go to www arri com service to find the contact information of your closest ARRI Service Center ...

Page 31: ...2 T1 8 202 mm 7 95 in Overview Accessory Mount LPL Mount LDS 2 Contacts Rear Part Net Holder removeable Focus Ring Iris Ring Image Plane Left 283 mm 11 14 in 44 mm 1 73 in 10 mm 0 39 in 10 mm 0 39 in 10 mm 0 39 in 95 5 mm 3 76 in 156 mm 6 14 in ø 134 mm 5 28 in ø 135 mm 5 31 in ø 103 5 mm 4 07 in ø 115 mm 4 52 in ...

Page 32: ... DIMENSIONS Version 2018 11 ARRI Signature Prime 12 T1 8 Accessory Mount Accessory Mount LPL Mount LDS 2 Contacts Rear Part Net Holder removeable Focus Ring Iris Ring Rear Right Lens Support LDS 2 Contacts Accessory Mount Bottom Top LDS 2 Contacts Accessory Mount ...

Page 33: ...rime 15 T1 8 Overview Accessory Mount LPL Mount LDS 2 Contacts Rear Part Net Holder removeable Focus Ring Iris Ring Image Plane Left 240 95 mm 9 49 in 44 mm 1 73 in 10 mm 0 39 in 10 mm 0 39 in 10 mm 0 39 in 95 5 mm 37 6 in 156 mm 6 14 in ø 156 mm 6 14 in ø 157 mm 6 18 in ø 103 5 mm 4 07 in ø 115 mm 4 52 in ...

Page 34: ...ME LENS DIMENSIONS Version 2018 11 ARRI Signature Prime 15 T1 8 Accessory Mount Accessory Mount LPL Mount LDS 2 Contacts Rear Part Net Holder removeable Focus Ring Iris Ring Rear Right LDS 2 Contacts Accessory Mount Bottom Top LDS 2 Contacts Accessory Mount ...

Page 35: ...e Prime Core Set 18 125 T1 8 Overview Accessory Mount LPL Mount LDS 2 Contacts Rear Part Net Holder removeable Focus Ring Iris Ring Image Plane Left 222 mm 8 74 in 178 mm 7 01 in 44 mm 1 73 in 10 mm 0 39 in 10 mm 0 39 in 95 5 mm 3 76 in 156 mm 6 14 in ø 114 mm 4 49 in ø 115 mm 4 52 in ø 103 5 mm 4 07 in ...

Page 36: ... DIMENSIONS Version 2018 05 ARRI Signature Prime Core Set 18 125 T1 8 Accessory Mount Accessory Mount LPL Mount LDS 2 Contacts Rear Part Net Holder removeable Focus Ring Iris Ring Rear Right LDS 2 Contacts Accessory Mount Bottom Top LDS 2 Contacts Accessory Mount ...

Page 37: ... T1 8 Overview Accessory Mount LPL Mount LDS 2 Contacts Rear Part Net Holder removeable Focus Ring Lens Support Iris Ring Image Plane Left 252 mm 9 92 in 44 mm 1 73 in 10 mm 0 39 in 10 mm 0 39 in 95 5 mm 3 76 in 156 mm 6 14 in 213 5 mm 8 40 in ø 114 mm 4 49 in ø 135 mm 5 31 in ø 112 5 mm 4 42 in ø 123 3 mm 4 85 in ...

Page 38: ...IONS Version 2018 11 ARRI Signature Prime 150 T1 8 Accessory Mount Accessory Mount LPL Mount LDS 2 Contacts Rear Part Net Holder removeable Focus Ring Iris Ring Rear Right LDS 2 Contacts Lens Support Accessory Mount Bottom Top LDS 2 Contacts Accessory Mount Lens Support ...

Page 39: ... T2 5 Overview Accessory Mount LPL Mount LDS 2 Contacts Rear Part Net Holder removeable Focus Ring Lens Support Iris Ring Image Plane Left 262 mm 10 31 in 44 mm 1 73 in 10 mm 0 39 in 10 mm 0 39 in 95 5 mm 3 76 in 156 mm 6 14 in 213 5 mm 8 40 in ø 114 mm 4 49 in ø 135 mm 5 31 in ø 112 5 mm 4 42 in ø 123 3 mm 4 85 in ...

Page 40: ...IONS Version 2018 11 ARRI Signature Prime 200 T2 5 Accessory Mount Accessory Mount LPL Mount LDS 2 Contacts Rear Part Net Holder removeable Focus Ring Iris Ring Rear Right LDS 2 Contacts Lens Support Accessory Mount Bottom Top LDS 2 Contacts Accessory Mount Lens Support ...

Page 41: ...erview Accessory Mount LPL Mount LDS 2 Contacts Rear Part Net Holder removeable Focus Ring Lens Support Iris Ring Image Plane Left 10 mm 0 39 in 321 5 mm 12 66 in 44 mm 1 73 in 10 mm 0 39 in 10 mm 0 39 in 95 5 mm 3 76 in 156 mm 6 14 in 243 1 mm 9 57 in ø 134 mm 5 28 in ø 135 mm 5 31 in ø 112 5 mm 4 42 in ø 123 3 mm 4 85 in ...

Page 42: ...IONS Version 2018 11 ARRI Signature Prime 280 T2 8 Accessory Mount Accessory Mount LPL Mount LDS 2 Contacts Rear Part Net Holder removeable Focus Ring Iris Ring Rear Right LDS 2 Contacts Lens Support Accessory Mount Bottom Top LDS 2 Contacts Accessory Mount Lens Support ...

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