Converting super 8 film to dvd email, screen, transfer. Digitize your own cine film, or outsoure to specialist. In a simple telecine, white light is shone through exposed and developed motion picture negative positives can also be used. Buy wolverine data 8mm and super 8 movie reels2digital moviemaker featuring scan 8mm and super 8 film, 3. Because i removed the shutterblades the resulting film contains duplicate frames and frames on which the projector advances the film. Manuals for 16mm, 8mm, super8 super8 cameras and related equipment. Support arms for film reels can be removed from an old film projector. Sony telecine adaptor vcr4 used home movie transfer projector, film to dvd if you are considering converting cine film to digital, this device is probably the best you will find. Dubiousquality consumer gadgets for smallgauge film transfer that largely utilize webcamgrade cameras or reflection boxes can be found online, but industrygrade video telecine equipment is now decades old, and highquality digital transfers require scarce and expensive machinery. Im a complete newbie wanting to capture standard 8mm footage from a projector with a canon eos 5d mk ii camera in video mode.
My family, like many families in the days before video cameras, captured snippets of family history four minutes at a time on 8mm reels of film. Jun, 20 the two frame rates can cause a flickering, unless you use a special type of projector designed for telecine or transfer work this is called 3. How to transfer 8mm film using a vintage tobin tvt8 telecine. A basic consumertype projector can be used, but because the speed 18 or 24 frames a second is not synchronized to the video format 30 frames per second, the difference can cause an annoying flicker in the transferred image. Ambico allinone video transfer system photos films. Frame rate mismatch creates flicker, and the only way to eradicate flicker is to either 1 modify your film speed to sync with the timing of the video cameras shutter.
Elmo 16mm telecine 5 blade sound movie projector speed. How to use a vintage elmo transvideo telecine projector tvs. Transfer cine film with a vintage telecine multiplexer how to. The two frame rates can cause a flickering, unless you use a special type of projector designed for telecine or transfer work this is called 3. As in a projector, the film filters the white light into different colors, according to the image on the film, except in a telecine this image is projected not onto a screen, but onto a chargecoupled device ccd or vidicon tube. Obviously the quality isnt gonna be the best but ive seen some good ones where you can barely tell. Built in 700 tvl global shutter ccd, not the low quality rolling shutter in most similar units, direct film to ccd no need for a multiplexer. Upon purchase, the package contains 1 power adapter, 1 usb cable, 1 tvout cable, 5 reel in 8mm diameter hole, 1 grey reel adapter and 1 red reel adapter, 1 brush and 1 user manual. Also covered are other methods of transfer compared to got memories. Sankyo dualux movie projector dual film 8mm, super 8, vintage.
Urbanski film is the authorized service and repair facility for tobin video transfer tvt telecine equipment, both 16mm and 8mm. Everything you ever wanted to know about shooting on super 8mm. In response to the 8mm to dvd transfer machine at costco and the sony dvdirect transfer machine both machines are for 8mm camcorder tape. Movie making manualpostproductiontelecine wikibooks. I first thought it was due to the fact that the projector became hot after oneandahalf hour, but now im pretty sure it because of the fuller left reel. Mar 14, 2016 this is how i transfer my 8mm and super 8mm film to digital files. Use this film transfer unit with your movie or slide projector along with your camerasmartphone device to create a final production the way you want it projector and camera not included with purchase. Sony telecine adapter vcr4 home movie transfer projector. Building an 8mm telecine machine part 1 253 views this is the first part of a series which may take several months to complete, but which i hope will eventually describe the process ive used to build an 8mm telecine machine from an old eumig dual format projector. Having trouble with diy telecine 8mm system page 6. Here you will find all sorts of information regarding diy telecine for 8mm film.
It was made in the 1970s, but it still works perfectly, and it can play either magnetic or optical soundon film, which in this case was handy because the film i needed to transfer was news film with a magnetic sound. Professionally remanufactured to deliver a broadcast quality film to video transfer that. Standard 8mm projector to canon eos 5d video capture 8mm. Yelco 3600 super 8 stereo projector fujicascope sd25.
Depending on the types of film you wish to transfer, youll need an 8mm, super 8mm or a 16mm film projector. Summing everything up, if you already have film projectors for your slides or home movies, and a decent camcorder, you can use a telecine gadget like. How we transfer 8mm film to dvd including super 8, 16mm conversion to digital frame by frame. If you have old movie films you want transferred i offer this service as. For years i used a professional teleicine unit that allowed for 2 slide projectors and a movie projector setup. We are an authorized service and repair facility for tobin video transfer tvt telecine equipment, both 16mm and 8mm. If the beginning of your film is bent or damaged in any way, try to straighten or cut it. Elmo trv 16 upgraded film to video elmo transfer telecine slot.
As a home or independent user, digitization facilities. A telecine is a machine which converts motion picture film into video. Having trouble with diy telecine 8mm system videohelp. I cant stand to use the projector dv capture method anymore. From the 1930s through the 1980s, 8mm and super 8mm cameras were the most popular type of home movie recording equipment. Transfer your your precious family films yourself transfer all your 8mm, super8mm, 16mm film, slides, and photos to dvd yourself. Video transfer movie film projector, telecine, dual 8, reg. We have got new editing software for christmas and cannot tranfer the data to the pc.
Telecine refers to the process of copying production video into a fullfledged film or tv show. The film transfer equipment we use to digitize 8mm film is state of the art and file formats can be. Amazing little machine, though it takes awhile 45 minutes to 4 hours to transfer a movie depending on the length of the roll, as it advances frame by frame. My eos m is not such a highend camera as yours but i think the basics are much the same as far as film transfer is concerned. Elmo 16mm model 16cl optical sound movie projector modified with a 5 bade shutter. The process is a bit more advanced than just pointing a video camera at a running projection of film. This film scanner converts 8mm and super 8 movies into 1080p mp4 digital movie files. The difference between telecine scanners and modified projectors is not visible. Building an 8mm telecine machine part 1 simon hawketts. Video transfer movie film projector, telecine, dual 8. I want to modify the projector for the film digitizing and i thought that it would be a good thing to first dismount everything and clean and that dismounting and reassembly will be easier with the service manual.
Vintage stuff and antique designs i think it needs more lenses. Unfollow 8mm film projector to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Telecine machine for 8mm film super 8 film transfer to dvd. Look for a manual for your make and model online to see how yours works. So you got a hold of a vintage elmo transvideo telecine projector on ebay and now you have no idea how to use it.
I recently found some 8mm film that i had forgotten i had taken of my kids back in the early eighties when they were little and wanted to transfer them to digital media so the kids could have a copy. Terry wood bonanza373838 film to video transfer movie projector unit dual 8. Its not something ive personally done so youll need to research, theres plenty of info out there. These old projectors can eat the film and ruin your stuff pretty quickly. I am new to this forum as well as 8mm film in general, but ill further elaborate on that later and i am curious if anyone has a manual for the keystone 2500 projector. I am looking for eumig mark 610d workshopservice manual i do have a user manual. K110 for sale k110 110 regular video dual elmo 8 telecine super transfer system. Digital video cine film slide photo telecine video transfer dual 8, 8mm. These are self contained units with an integral film projector, optical system and video camera.
Bolex sound 715714 super 8 projector instruction manual. Oct 21, 2015 get yourself a super 8mm projector and aim it at a white wall. My beginning film class works with cameras that are similar to this. Demonstration of a homemade 8mm normalsuper8 hd conversion. Having trouble with diy telecine 8mm system page 12. Wolverine film scanner evaulation and quality check youtube. There are a few videos on youtube of people who have constructed their own telecine for 8mm or 16mm film using a projector and a camera with a macro lens. Hd 8mm film transfer scanning, telecine service, london, uk see more. I believe you should see the results you can expect before purchasing a telecine box. And unlike framebyframe transfers, our method captures every detail of an 8mm or super 8 film without any bleeding, light halos, or other distortion that can compromise the integrity of a transfer. Goko tc301 transfer system telecine sound movie 8mm. Sony telecine adaptor vcr4 home movie transfer projector, film to dvd if you are considering converting cine film to digital, this device is probably the best you will find.
In my case i use a kodak ektagraphic 16mm synchronized projector see figure 2. Lowcost 8mmsuper 8 film digitization using a canon. Now that weve entered the digital era, its possible to transfer and restore 8mm footage in dvd format, producing perfect recreations of home movies and other 8mm memories. I first thought it was due to the fact that the projector became hot after oneandahalf hour, but now im pretty. Need hd camcorder latemodel recommendation to refilm old 8mm super 8 celluloid movies. Youll receive email and feed alerts when new items arrive. The adoption of this process and the telecine machine began when broadcasters realized that they need more content aside from airing live programming. How to restore 8mm film free online repair manuals. Click here for tobin tvt telecine projector and camera manuals. Thats why im so impressed with paul, who posted this awesome diy 8mm telecine to the make flickr pool. All you need is a film projector or slide projector and a video camera on a tripod and one of these boxes.
Use a goko tc20 super 8mm sound film transfer machine how to. He replaced the motor of an old 8mm projector so that it would run slower. Quasar professional telecine film transfer multiplexer. If anybody knows who sells any, telecine machine for 8mm film super 8 film transfer to dvd videohelp forum. You have stumbled upon the reason that telecine systems were created. It was best modern camcorder to re film old 8mm movie i do not intend to purchase a dslr and smartphone is inappropriate for refilmingpreserving celluloid movies. Best modern camcorder to refilm old 8mm movies january.
I was wondering if anyone here has tried it, of if anyone can comment on the quality compared to paying for a professional transfer. Movie making manualpostproductiontelecine wikibooks, open. Get the best deals on movie projectors for 8mm when you shop the largest online selection at. How to transfer 8mm super 8 movie film to dvd part 2. Contact us when you need service for your tcs equipment. Film scanning is frame by frame in real time, with no computer needed, an. Manuals are provided in pdf portable document format files, version 6. Have you got old super 8double 816mm films lying around, which you want to digitize. This will make the film work well as it passes through the projector. Each film frame is captured individually and some advanced math goes into converting the frame rate to video, if necessary. Get the best deals on super 8 vintage movie projectors when you shop the largest online selection at. You can buy a aftermarket supply reel holder on you need a vcr or hd pvt with cables and adapters to connect to this transfer unit not included this is a silent elmo k 110 dual 8mm real time transfer system super 8mm and regular 8mm silent film only if you can not add the spacer.
In the past i have used a mirror and ground glass unit to do realtime telecine with. Tc302 goko telecine regular 8mm movie transfer system excellent condition 89. Save 8mm film projector to get email alerts and updates on your ebay feed. Make offer elmo super 8 sound movie projector unit, telecine video transfer. We got them from the estate of an electronic and audio video collector. Tobin video transfer tvt16 telecine grading, di and. I am new here, but have worked with super 8 film since the early 70s.
In this video, get a short demonstration of how to use the standard 8mm model of the elmo telecine projector. I operated one of these machines back in 1970 when i worked at the local tv station. Great for transferring home movies, to dvd, vhs, hard drive, computer etc. I have used this box to transfer film with excellent results see an actual video sample below. Apr 06, 2007 we are now starting to ship our long awaited tobin video transfer tvt16 telecine machines for 16mm reversal or positive film. Telecine machine for 8mm film super 8 film transfer. Literally overnight, the film will thread ok, but the picture is jumpy.
Also, what are your thoughts on this particular projector. How to transfer 8mm, super 8, 16mm movie film frame by frame to digital using a film transfer scanner vs a standard projector. Save telecine 8mm to get email alerts and updates on your ebay feed. How to make diy telecine box for super 8 cine to dvd. How film is transferred when you send your film to a lab for conversion, the operators use a system called a telecine, which is essentially a projector and a video camera built together see figure 1. I have to looke at the manual for what it is exactly, but looks like an alien space ship icon. Elmo used to make an 8mm telecine transfer machine. This new and unique film transfer unit will assist you in an exciting doityourself project. Lowcost 8mmsuper 8 film digitization using a canon 9000f ii. Elmo st180 etc st180 technical service and operations manuals rare. Nov 06, 2014 there are a few videos on youtube of people who have constructed their own telecine for 8mm or 16mm film using a projector and a camera with a macro lens. For starters you need a variable speed projector and camcorder with manual adjustment for shutter. If you have some cash laying around burning through your pocket do a search for telecine machine or 8mm film scanner. Similar to when you need to push the loop former to stop it, but that doesn.
Understand 8mm, super 8, 16mm transfer to dvd how to. This forum is for 8mm film that is viewed with a projector not a camcorder. Macintosh and windows versions of acrobat reader v 6. Elmo trv s8 super 8 sound upgraded film to video elmo transfer telecine a built in camera. Telecine is a blanket term that refers to the digitization of film. Jan 05, 2019 need hd camcorder latemodel recommendation to re film old 8mm super celluloid movies. This is topic good projectors variable speed for telecine in forum 8mm forum at 8mm forum.
Use a vintage elmo transvideo telecine projector how to. My cheapo projector, screen and camcorder setup is fine with silent films. Sony vcr4 telecine adaptor, digitize by yourself spare. Many telecine houses offer custom 8mm transfer and restoration services, but with your old projector and some free and opensource video editing software, you can restore and reformat 8 mm film yourself. By far our most popular service is the 8mm film scan super 8 and standard 8 at 2. Then he added a metal tab to the shaft of the projector s shutter, which actuated a digital cameras shutter at just. Using the telecine method ensures that there is no way your 8mm film can be burned by a hot projector bulb. Contact slide digitizing duplicate instruction videos. It to used a condenser lens, and over the years we used a good half dozen different projectors from 8mm to 35mm. Whats nice about this transfer is, that as many editors are working very comfortably in 1080p 1920 x 1080, the 2.
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