ARRICAM Studio Quick Guide 01/2004, Page 3 of 20
About ARRICAM Quick Guides
This Quick Guide (order number K5.58311.0) provides a short introduction to the ARRICAM Studio. Further
Quick Guides are dedicated to the ARRICAM Lite (K5.58312.0) and ARRICAM Accessories (K5.58313.0).
An overview of all ARRICAM components, a cable overview and Ground Glass overview, is given in the
ARRICAM System Guide (K5.58314.0). These guides do not replace the ARRICAM System User’s Guide
(K5.58508.0). It is essential that you acquaint yourself with the User’s Guide before operating the equipment.
These documents can be downloaded from www.arri.com in Acrobat pdf format. The Acrobat Reader can be
downloaded free from the Adobe web site at www.adobe.com. A PostScript printer gives best printing results.
Even though all efforts have been made to ensure this guide’s accuracy, changes and upgrades to the products
described can result in different hardware or behavior. Technical data are subject to change without notice.
Software version
This Quick Guide describes the ARRICAM System with Software Packet 03E. Different software versions can
result in different behaviours. Authorized ARRI Service Centers can check and update the ARRICAM software.
Tools
Anyone operating the ARRICAM system should have these tools:
1. One end of the
ARRICAM Ground Glass Tool
is used to remove the ground glass and the field lens. Use the
1.5 mm metric hex wrench at the other end to adjust the Integrated Video System and Frameglow alignment.
2. A
3 mm metric hex wrench
is used to attach and remove most accessories.
3. A
5 mm metric hex wrench
is used to attach or remove the Camera Handle grips, the 3/8” Accessory
Shoe Adapter and the WHA-2 Rosette Bracket.
4. A 8-10mm (5/16”) flathead long shaft
screwdriver
is used to attach baseplates, the Magazine Stabilization
Bracket and the ARRICAM Shoulder Set. Please note that screwdrivers with a short, stubby shaft will not
work with the Shoulder Set.
Safety specifications
• The Studio Viewfinder arm (hinge type) can be angled away from the camera to swivel it to the other side
of the camera. When this is done, make sure to securely hold the viewfinder arm, as it could otherwise
swing out rapidly and might cause pain and damage.
• Never place your hand in the lens port or inside of the camera while it is running.
• Assembly and initial operation should be carried out only by persons who are familiar with the equipment.
• Switch camera power off before making electrical connections (i.e. connecting accessory boxes).
• Never run the camera without a lens or a protective cap mounted in the lens port.
• Never operate the movement locking mechanism while the camera is running.
• Always ensure that the camera is securely mounted.
• Repairs should be carried out only by authorized ARRI Service Centers.
• Use only original ARRI replacement parts and accessories!
• In wet weather conditions the normal safety precautions for handling electrical equipment should be taken.
• Clean optical surfaces only with a lens brush or a clean lens cloth. In case of solid dirt moisten a lens cloth
with pure alcohol or a brand name lens cleaner.
• Do not use solvents to clean the film path, plexiglas parts or rubber seals.
• Do not remove any screws which are secured with paint.
About, Software, Tools, Safety
