CAMERA POWER
The SL-35 Mark III is designed to work with 24 – 30V DC batteries. Check with SL
Cine to see if your batteries are compatible with the camera.
CAUTION! Make sure that the polarity of the battery is congruent with the polarity
needs of the camera body, as failure to do so can result in permanent damage to the
camera’s electronics.
ACCESORY POWER SUPPLY
12 V accessories can be attached to either of the two 11 pin accessory sockets. These
sockets each provide 4.25A of power.
24 V accessories can be attached to either of the two lemo pin accessory sockets on the
front of the camera. Each Socket provides the same voltage as battery.
MOUNTING LENSES
When mounting a lens, be sure that the lens and the mount are free from debris. Rotate
the lens mount lever counter clockwise until the mount hits the stopper. Remove the lens
port cover and insert the lens. Once the lens is properly seated, rotate the lens mount
clockwise until the lens is seated snugly. It is good practice to slowly advance the
inching knob to assure that the mirror shutter is not being hit by the back of the lens
before starting the camera.
As mentioned earlier, PL, Super PL, Panavision, and Super 35 Panavision mounts are
available for the SL-35 Mark III. Also keep in mind that the SL-35 Mark III has a full
gate and allows for full frame exposure no matter which format you are shooting.
REMOVING THE DOOR
Each SL-35 Mark III comes with a completely redesigned video door. To remove the
door, remove the video camera power cable. Then slide the door latch to the left. The
door can now be removed for film loading. To replace the door, reseat it so all edges are
snug against the camera body and move the door latch to the right. Pull lightly on the
door to assure yourself that the door is locked into position. Replace the video camera
power cable.
NOTE: It is a common practice among camera assistants to tape around the edges of the
door to add peace of mind and guard against light leaks.
