BOLEX - Service Manuals
9 manuals available for download
BOLEX - Bolex 155 Super Parts Service
Comprehensive technical documentation for the BOLEX 155 Super camera, integrating service procedures and spare parts catalog in one authoritative reference. This 89-page manual serves as an indispensable resource for technicians, repair specialists, and vintage film enthusiasts seeking to maintain, troubleshoot, or restore this iconic cinematography instrument. The manual provides detailed component identification, complete spare parts nomenclature, and essential maintenance and service procedures. Authored by Swiss manufacturer BOLEX, this document consolidates the precise technical information required to identify, source, and replace worn or defective elements. Original BOLEX technical documentation ensures reference accuracy and component compatibility, crucial for preserving the integrity of this professional-grade 8mm camera. Essential for archivists, collectors of vintage cinema equipment, and technicians specializing in precision optics and mechanical systems.
BOLEX - Bolex D8L Service Tutorial
Comprehensive service and maintenance guide for the Bolex D8L camera, one of the finest standard 8mm film cameras ever manufactured. This manual presents the history of the Bolex pocket camera line and provides a detailed step-by-step procedure for complete camera servicing. The document outlines necessary tools including screwdrivers, tweezers, brushes, oil syringes, and lint-free cotton buds, along with recommended lubricants for optimal performance. The service procedure progresses systematically from initial disassembly through complete spring motor overhaul, covering cleaning and lubrication of all critical mechanisms: claw eccentric, speed governor, winding clutch, drive gears, and bearings. The guide addresses viewfinder cleaning, turret service, run and single-frame mechanism access, and retractable light meter sensor maintenance. Detailed photographs accompany every procedure, documenting the camera's disassembly, internal mechanisms, and final reassembly and calibration. The manual presents an intermediate to advanced service approach, suitable for both dedicated enthusiasts and experienced technicians seeking to restore these classic instruments to like-new condition.
BOLEX - Bolex H16 EBM Service
Comprehensive service manual dedicated to the Bolex H16 EBM camera, designed for technicians and maintenance professionals. This 135-page reference work covers all technical aspects essential for servicing and maintaining this iconic 16mm film camera. The manual provides detailed procedures for troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of the various camera systems. It includes thorough explanations of the mechanical and technical operation of the H16 EBM, enabling technicians to gain complete understanding of the apparatus structure and assembly. This resource is indispensable for anyone seeking to maintain this renowned camera in proper working condition, perform precise repairs, or restore historically significant models. The manual serves as original technical documentation, ensuring authenticity and reliability of information for all maintenance and repair work on the Bolex H16 EBM.
BOLEX - Bolex H16 RX5 Disassembly Tutorial
Comprehensive technical guide documenting the complete disassembly and overhaul of the Bolex H16 RX5, the iconic 16mm film camera first released in 1967 and widely regarded as the pinnacle of the reflex C-mount turret series. This detailed procedural manual walks through each dismantling stage: viewfinder removal, front assembly removal with shutter-to-pulldown synchronization considerations, separation of upper and lower mechanism plates, and complete deconstruction of gears, spindles, and drive belts. The guide then covers comprehensive overhaul procedures including ultrasonic cleaning, appropriate lubrication, and play tolerance verification. Reassembly procedures receive equal attention: mechanism reinstallation within the camera body, claw torque measurement and spring washer adjustment, claw alignment verification using specialized gate jigs, and rotational sprocket adjustment for optimal film loop formation. Final verification techniques are extensively detailed: speed checking using Bolex stroboscopic discs fitted to the 8:1 driveshaft, precision strobe gun measurement with three decimal accuracy, take-up torque measurement, focal flange depth double-checking using specialized RX test lens and bench collimator methodology, and final scratch testing with fresh film stock using magnification. This document represents essential technical knowledge for professional service technicians and dedicated camera restorers working with this precision-engineered mechanical marvel.
BOLEX - Bolex H16 Service
Comprehensive service manual designed for technicians and repair specialists dedicated to the maintenance of the Bolex H16 motion picture camera. This 96-page reference work is an essential resource for all professionals involved in servicing and restoring this iconic 16mm cinematography apparatus. The manual covers the critical technical aspects required for proper repair and maintenance of this camera's intricate mechanism. It provides detailed procedures, adjustment instructions, and the necessary information for diagnosing and resolving common malfunctions. Intended for technicians with solid knowledge of camera mechanics, this manual delivers Bolex's official guidelines for servicing and maintaining the Bolex H16, a benchmark camera in amateur and professional cinematography. Particularly valuable for repair workshops, collectors of vintage cinema equipment, and restoration professionals, this manual ensures the preservation and optimal performance of this high-quality instrument.
BOLEX - Bolex H8 H16
Comprehensive service documentation for the Bolex H8 and H16 16mm cameras, two iconic models of amateur and professional cinematography. This 251-page manual is an essential resource for technicians, repair specialists, and vintage cinema enthusiasts who wish to maintain, troubleshoot, and restore these precision mechanical instruments. The manual covers all technical aspects of the H8 and H16 models, including detailed descriptions of their mechanical, optical, and film-loading systems. It provides preventive maintenance procedures, instructions for disassembly and reassembly of major components, as well as diagnostic techniques and procedures for correcting common faults. Sections address film-drive mechanisms, focusing systems, shutters, reflectors, and all elements ensuring optimal operation of these cameras. This manual is indispensable for anyone engaged in preserving and conserving cinematographic heritage, or seeking to restore these iconic instruments to their original condition. The precise technical information and detailed explanations enable comprehensive understanding of how the Bolex H8 and H16 cameras function.
BOLEX - Bolex projector SM8
Comprehensive documentation dedicated to the Bolex SM8 projector, a professional 8mm cinematographic projection device. This 202-page manual is an essential resource for users, technicians, and restorers working with this vintage projection equipment. The guide covers the fundamental aspects of operating and using the SM8 projector, providing detailed instructions for the proper operation of this equipment. This technical documentation presents the main features of the projector, setup procedures, and standard usage protocols. Intended for 8mm cinema enthusiasts, audiovisual archivists, and collectors of historical projection equipment, this document offers valuable access to the technical knowledge specific to the Bolex SM8 projector. The historical and technical importance of Bolex equipment in the field of amateur and professional cinematography underscores the documentary value of this manual. Particularly useful for those who restore, maintain, or regularly operate vintage 8mm projectors, this guide preserves the technical expertise associated with these iconic devices in the history of cinematographic projection.
BOLEX - Bolex RX5 Notice GB
Comprehensive user manual for the BOLEX H 16 Reflex-5 motion picture camera, with specialized focus on operating the interchangeable 400 ft film magazine system. This technical guide provides detailed guidance for professional film production setup and operation. The manual includes complete descriptions of the H 16 Reflex-5 camera and its distinctive features, all magazine attachment mechanisms, the film transport system, and footage indicator controls. Full technical specifications of the 400 ft magazine are provided, identifying every component: feed and take-up spindles, core hubs, guide rollers, tensioning systems, and light-trap design. Loading procedures are extensively documented for multiple film formats: standard 200 ft spools, 400 ft film on cores, and independent magazine darkroom loading. Hand-threading instructions detail the critical process of feeding film into the camera during magazine changes. The manual covers magazine exchange procedures for partially exposed film, presenting two scenarios depending on whether exposed footage remains in or is removed from the magazine. Maintenance guidance for the reinforced plastic magazine construction is provided. A complete film running time reference table at 24 fps is included as a practical operational aid. Technical illustrations support all procedural steps throughout the manual.
Bolex H16 Reflex-5 Instruction Manual with 400ft Magazine
Instruction manual for the Bolex H16 Reflex-5 16mm film camera with interchangeable 400ft magazine. Contains technical descriptions, assembly instructions, loading procedures for 200ft spools and 400ft film cores, magazine maintenance, and film running time charts at 24 fps.