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ARRIFLEX 416 Quick Guide 02/2007, Page 3
About, Software, Tools, Safety
About the ARRIFLEX 416 Quick Guide
This Quick Guide (order number K5.40076.0) provides a short introduction to the ARRIFLEX 416. This guide
does not replace the ARRIFLEX 416 User’s Guide (K5.40077.0). It is essential that you acquaint yourself with
the user’s guide before operating the equipment.
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.
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.
Software Version
This guide describes the ARRIFLEX 416 with Software Packet 01G. Different software versions can result in
different behaviour. Authorized ARRI Service Centers can check and update equipment software.
Tools
Anyone operating the ARRIFLEX 416 system should have these tools:
1. A 416 Shutter Tool is used to adjust the open sector of the mirror shutter.
2. A 1.5 mm metric hex wrench is used to adjust the alignment and focus of the Integrated Video System.
3. A 3 mm metric hex wrench is used to attach and remove camera components and most accessories.
4. A 5 mm metric hex wrench is used to attach or remove the 3/8” Accessory Shoe Adapter, the LWS-5 and
the WHA-2 Rosette Bracket.
5. A 8-10mm (5/16”) flathead screwdriver is used to attach baseplates.
6. A Hirschmann clamp is used to withdraw and replace fibre screens and the field lens.
7. A red plastic film track cleaning rod for cleaning the film track and holding the mirror shutter still during
adjustment.
Safety Specifications
• Never place your hand in the lens port or inside 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.
• Never run the camera without a lens or a protective cap mounted in the lens port.
• Never attempt to remove the magazine 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.