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Power cable connector specifications for cinema cameras

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What the thread found

  • Arri 435, 535, and SR3 models use Fischer 2-pin connector type S105Z087 for power input.
  • Standard 12V camera and video camera power uses 4-pin XLR with pin 1 as minus and pin 4 as plus.
  • Moviecam power input is a 4-position XLR connector with pin 1 as ground and 24V DC, with pins 2-4 commonly jumpered together.
  • Panavision cameras use two Lemo connectors for power input: FFA3S303 (larger) and FFA1S302 (smaller), both with pin 1 as positive 24V and pin 2 as ground.
  • Arri 2-position Fischer connectors are available with a lightweight Teflon case, designated SI405 Z087 C3J2R.

Depends on

  • Moviecam pin assignments may vary depending on the rental house or camera source.
  • The discussion focuses on cinema cameras from the early 2000s era and may not cover all models or manufacturers.
  • No diagrams or visual schematics are provided, only connector type specifications and pin assignments.
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