Jack Honeycutt

Hi.... This is a update on the Auricon_Sound users group: http://movies.groups.yahoo.com/group/Auricon_Sound/ This user group is for folks interested in 16 mm Auricon cameras, amplifiers, or shooting optical sound using modern film stocks. 1) We have moved a lot of original Auricon literature and schematics to high quality pdf files and posted them on line. 2) A test rig has been developed that you can use for testing or repairing your Auricon amps (NR as well as RA series amps). 3) A modern, solid state power supply has been developed so you never need to carry around heavy dry cells batteries. We are a friendly group that enjoys the free exchange of information on Auricon equipment, as well as discussions on early optical sound in cinema. We have files, links, literature and photographs. But the best part are the people. Join us (free) if you have a interest in early optical sound, or Auricon equipment. We have also branched out into other optical sound formats, and incluse some 35 mm and other vendoes optical sound equipment. We do not ask for any money. We are a users group that exchanges informaion. Polite conversation only please. Jack Honeycutt Portland Oregon, USA jack@solid.net

I wish you were in the USA. I would like some. jack Portland Oregon, USA

OK, Good to know. I will search around and keep my eyes open for them. Thanks! jack

Henry.... Very good idea Henry. I will give that a try. Thank you. jack

Hello folks.... I picked up a 1955 vintage DeVry series 10, 35mm projector. I would like to find some literature for it. I found some free literature/manuals at Film-tech http://www.film-tech.com/ They were close, but not my model. I have done the ebay thing, and googled "DeVry" and "De Vry". But I am coming up empty handed. Perhaps I need to contact a 35mm projector club or something. Can someone toss me any leads? I do some 16mm and some Super 8, but new to the 35mm world, so I don't know my way around. Thanks jack Portland Oregon

Hi.... This is a update on the Auricon_Sound users group: http://movies.groups.yahoo.com/group/Auricon_Sound/ This user group is for folks interested in 16 mm Auricon cameras, amplifiers, or shooting optical sound. 1) We have moved a lot of original Auricon literature and schematics to high quality pdf files and posted them on line. 2) A test rig has been developed that you can use for testing or repairing your Auricon amps (NR as well as RA series amps). 3) A modern, solid state power supply has been developed so you never need to carry around heavy dry cells batteries. 4) A new, solid state amplifier that will drive a galvo in Auricon cameras is about 99% finished and is now moving to the breadboard stage. We are a friendly group that enjoys the free exchange of information on Auricon equipment, as well as discussions on early optical sound in cinema. We have files, links, literature and photographs. But the best part are the people. Join us (free) if you have a interest in early optical sound, or Auricon equipment, Polite conversation only please. Jack Honeycutt Portland Oregon, USA jack@solid.net

The 3D community knows how poor the movie is. So many 3D movies were. In this movie, they used flat scenes projected onto rear screen. Then, they would place trees rocks and other stuff in front, then film in 3D. The 3D community enjoy picking apart effects, learning about which cameras used, etc. The Library of Congress got back to me. For $150 a hour, they could search all copyright issues related to the film. They say the search would probably take two hours or so. That is more than I can afford. So I will probably just pick up the phone and call Columbia and beg. I had no idea that Douglas Heyes also wrote Ice Station Zebra. Thanks for that info. jack

Thanks David. I'll visit the Library of Congress web page and see what I can find out. jack

Folks.... I bought a old B&W film on ebay ("Drums of Tahiti", Columbia, 1954.) It is 16mm, two reels. It was shot in 3D. I want to show it at a 3D club. But the club sells tickets to the general public. So, they do not show any films that are not copyright free. How would I go about finding out about this film? Or any film for that matter.... ?? Thanks in advance. Jack Honeycutt Portland Oregon

The Gorilla filmmakers out where I live would rather film with a small HD or SD DV camera that they can hold in the palm of your hand. Auricon equipment is not that. ;) jack

Yes! Or, you could join in on the conversation at the above forum. The old vacuum tube optical sound amps are heavy. They run on heavy dry cell batteries (or a converter). This was popular equipment for a newsmen to carry around in 1950-early 1970s. This stuff needs a hand truck to lug around. jack

Hello folks.... I have started a Auricon optical sound users group on yahoo. I am inviting anyone who is interested in Auricon optical sound, or just Auricon cameras in general, to join. We are a very small group of folks that are interested in the free exchange of information regarding all things Auricon. To reduce spam, I have it so that you need approval from the moderator (me) to join. I am sure I will approve all, this is just to keep the spam out. After that, you can post with out moderation. If you join, I hope you might post a introduction message about your self and tell us what you are working on, and your Auricon interest. Here is the link: http://movies.groups.yahoo.com/group/Auricon_Sound/ I have a large library of Auricon literature, and I would like move it on line. I hope others will join me. We also have a file, pictures, and links area. Please join us. Polite conversation only please. Jack Honeycutt Portland Oregon mailto:jhoneycutt@qwest.net

While 100D does not look like K40, it is still a lovely stock. Last time I bought some from Kodak, they sold it on 400 spools (not 100 ft). I made four, 100 ft rolls of it. Very handy.

Hello Mikael... I would also like to shoot some B&W. I like the B&W look better than the black and gray that I usually get. What is a "Pan Glass" and where can I buy one? Thanks in advance. jack

Ah, OK. Thanks again. Humm.... So many to choose from. I think I will call Kodak now and check out the prices. All good info. Thanks John jack