John Kessler

Long ago got the whole portable rig finished, running, and mounted on NASA tripod. In 2022 I tested it and NF. Very quiet with everything set correctly. Got in touch with the folks who helped me before (they rebuilt this camera in 1980). I will now ship them the DBM-44A for repair. It has less value if not working.

I guess it would not be IMPOSSIBLE to fab one...not much to it. Only trick is to find a little mirrored prism. Maybe a first-surface mirror to cut down. And maybe a piece of drafting mylar for the target.

Just assembling my 44 for the first time. I don't have a prism assembly. Any ideas where to get one? I have a B-02 but it's useless without the prism. Looks tough to build. J. Kessler

Not sure what is happening...I have written 2 letters and they don't seem to be getting posted. I am well on the way to full restoration with the HP20 Deutsch 19-pin connector coming and the original service Co. during the Teledyne years sending me info. I will share everything I find. I bought that original USN 44 case on Ebay and have blasted and painted it. New foam done. New lettering tomorrow. New handle next week. I will build a remote control box. I just ordered an original HUGE DBM tripod with the dovetaol mount. This old DB4A was converted to 44 specs in 1980. J. Kessler

Anyone have access to a manual for this DBM4A? I need pinouts. I am getting the connector. Just bought a nice gray military case. Help appreciated. John K. Ft. Lauderdale, USA