ARRI Impression V Manual de usuario
ARRI Impression V Filters
USER MANUAL
March 23th, 2023
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Table of Content
1 About this Document....................................................................................................... 6
1.1 Intended Use.................................................................................................................... 6
2 About this Product........................................................................................................... 7
2.1 Introduction........................................................................................................................7
2.2 Content of ARRI Impression V Products..........................................................................9
2.3 Identification of Impression V Products..........................................................................11
2.4 Certifications and Safety Standards............................................................................... 12
3 Safety Instructions..........................................................................................................13
3.1 Safety Conventions and Product Labels........................................................................ 13
3.2 General Safety Instructions............................................................................................ 14
4 The Use of ARRI Impression V Filters with ARRI Cameras and Lenses................... 15
4.1 Magnetic Holding System...............................................................................................15
4.2 The Use of Impression V Filters with 1.7x Zoom Extender............................................16
4.3 Compatibility Information................................................................................................ 17
5 Handling of In-camera Filter of LPL Mount for ALEXA.............................................. 18
5.1 Removal of In-camera Filter........................................................................................... 18
5.2 Insertion of In-camera Filter........................................................................................... 19
6 Optical Properties........................................................................................................... 21
7 Required Shimming Depending on T-Stop.................................................................. 22
7.1 Shimming of LPL Mount.................................................................................................22
7.2 Lens Metadata and Shimming of LDS Contact Block.................................................... 23
7.3 Shimming Tools.............................................................................................................. 25
7.4 The Use of the Torque Screwdriver............................................................................... 26
7.5 Shimming Procedure...................................................................................................... 29
8 The Use of Velcro® Tabs............................................................................................... 31
8.1 To Attach Velcro® Tabs.................................................................................................. 31
8.2 To Label and Clean Velcro® Tabs..................................................................................32
8.3 To Remove a Velcro® Tab............................................................................................. 32
9 Cleaning........................................................................................................................... 33
9.1 Recommended Cleaning Agents....................................................................................33
9.2 Cleaning Procedure........................................................................................................ 34
9.3 Cleaning Procedure for Aluminum Case........................................................................34
10 Transportation and Storage...........................................................................................35
10.1 Aluminum Case.............................................................................................................. 36
10.2 Storage Boxes................................................................................................................ 37
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11 ARRI Impression V Product Range.............................................................................. 38
12 ARRI Service Contacts...................................................................................................42
13 Dimensional Drawings................................................................................................... 44
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About this Document 6
1 About this Document
This user manual is aimed at everyone involved in using the product and provides directions on how to
operate it safely and as intended.
ARRI recommends that all users of the ARRI Impression V Filters read the user manual entirely prior to
use. For experienced users, the manual structure also provides quick access for reference.
How to Use This Manual
All illustrations and explanations are based on the perspective of a user who is already familiar with
ARRI Signature lenses and the principle of the rear magnetic filter interface of the LPL mount.
All directions are given from a user’s point of view.
Connectors are written in all capital letters, for example, LPL.
This manual contains furthermore useful reference material including the technical specifications and
dimensional drawings.
Document Revision History
Version ID Release Date Description
1.0 D45 10007416 2023-03-23 Intitial Release
1.01 D45 10007416 K11228 2023-03-31 LDS shimming
modified
1.1 Intended Use
ATTENTION
All versions of the product are intended exclusively for professional use and may only be used by
skilled personnel. Every user should read and understand the user manual. Use the product only for
the purpose described in this document. Always follow the instructions and system requirements for
all equipment involved.
ARRI assumes no liability for damages or changes that are caused by improper use.
The entire product may not be changed or converted.
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2 About this Product
2.1 Introduction
The ARRI Impression V Filters
All ARRI Signature Prime and Signature Zoom lenses are equipped with a built-in rear magnetic filter
adapter. Since the launch of the Signature Lenses, this adapter gave cinematographers the chance to
craft their own filters and easily attach them to the back of Signature Primes and Signature Zooms.
Featuring the same rear magnetic filter holder concept, Impression V Filters are first in a line of ARRI
Impression Filters offering the ability to create a vintage feel to Signature Prime and Zoom lenses. The
four negative and four positive diopter filters incrementally shift the focus characteristics of the image,
allowing a range of detuned looks to be created for Super 35 or large format with one set of Signature
lenses.
Diopters are traditionally positioned in front of a lens to reduce its close focus distance, but ARRI’s new
Impression V Filters are completely different. Attaching to the back of Signature lenses via the built-
in rear magnetic filter adapter, they alter the appearance of out-of-focus as well as the in-focus image
elements.
Known as bokeh, these elements play a significant role in the emotional impact of images. All bokeh
is affected by the Impression V Filters, but it is particularly noticeable in background highlights, which
get more of a ‘donut’ effect (bright around the edges) with negative filters, and more of a ‘bauble’ effect
(brighter in the middle) with positive filters. In general, the positive filters have a nostalgic, glamorous
feel, with swirly bokeh, glowing skin tones, and softer backgrounds; while negative filters have a grittier
look, with inward-pulling bokeh and intense, vibrant backgrounds.
The four positive Impression V Filters are named IV 070P, IV 140P, IV 230P, and IV 330P, while the four
negative filters are IV 050N, IV 100N, IV 200N, and IV 290N. In both cases, the increasing numbers
signify a stronger diopter effect. Impression V Filters are designed to be used at T1.8, where the effect
is strongest and lens scales remain accurate. Positive filters attach directly to the rear of each Signature
lens without the need for modification. Negative filters require the addition of a shim which is easily
installed with minimal training. There is a 2 mm shim for shooting at T1.8, and a 1.85 mm shim to act
as a base for the additional shimming required to shoot with Signature Zooms, or at higher stops with
Signature Primes.
The filters come in a kit that contains all eight positive and negative diopters, as well as a shim set, an
adjustable torque screwdriver for adding shims, and inscribable Velcro® tabs for labeling filtered lenses
on set, all packaged in a specially designed aluminum flight case.
For customers who don’t need a full kit, or perhaps are replenishing one, each of the eight filter types
can be purchased in a separate three-filter set that includes Velcro® tabs and—in the case of the
negative filters—a shim set. Velcro® sets and shim sets can also be purchased separately. The ARRI
Impression V Shim Pack provides six additional shim sets.
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Each ARRI Impression V Shim Set consists of 3x 2mm LPL mount shim, 3x 1.85 mm LPL mount shim
and 3x 1.925 mm LDS shim. Furthermore, each shim set contains 24 pieces of special screws TX6
which shall be used for the mounting of the LPL mount. The ARRI Impression V Velcro® Pack, provides
additional ARRI Impression V Velcro® Sets. One Impression V Velcro® Set contains 12 Velcro® tabs.
Impression V Filters provide a cost-effective way to deconstruct the digital image and achieve multiple
creative looks with just one set of Signature lenses. In this sense they are much more than filters,
they are additional optical elements that detune the lenses in a controllable way, whether the goal is
to make skin tones even more gentle and forgiving, or to create a particular mood with unusual focus
characteristics. They make an entire lens set more versatile and creatively expressive. Productions can
craft a detuned look without needing extensive prep time, or they can add a secondary look without
hiring a second set of lenses. And rental houses that are not set up for customized internal lens tuning
can now offer detuned looks, knowing that they can return the Signature lenses to their original state in
minutes.
While the Impression V Filters and shims can be mounted to lenses without requiring a qualified lens
technician, ARRI recommends that decisions about which type of filter to use should be made prior to
shooting whenever possible. At a stop of T1.8, productions that like the positive look can interchange all
four positive filters quickly and easily, and productions that choose the negative look can attach shims
in advance and swap between the four negative filters on set. It may also be possible to add or remove
shims on set, depending on the crew, the location, and the specific conditions.
As with all ARRI products, Impression V Filters and shims are made to exacting tolerances and the
highest standards of precision and quality. Once installed, the lenses will perform as reliably as if they
had been built that way in the factory.
Please see the following illustration for a detailed overview of the content which is included in the ARRI
Impression V Filter Kit.
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2.2 Content of ARRI Impression V Products
ARRI Impression V Filter Kit
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ARRI Impression V Filter Pack for Positive Filters:
(Example: ARRI Impression V 330P Filter Pack)
Content:
3x ARRI Impression V Filter 330P
3x ARRI Impression V Velcro® Set (including
12 Velcro® Tabs each)
Zip lock bag which includes:
User manual card
Test certificate
Optical cleaning cloth
ARRI Impression V Filter Pack for Negative Filters:
(Example: ARRI Impression V 290N Filter Pack)
Content:
3x ARRI Impression V Filter 290N
1x ARRI Impression V Shim Set
Each Shim Set includes:
3x LPL Mount Shim (2 mm)
3x LPL Mount Shim (1.85 mm)
3x LDS Shim (1.925 mm)
24x Special TX6 Screws
2x ARRI Impression V Velcro® Set (including
12 Velcro® Tabs each)
Zip lock bag which includes:
User manual card
Test certificate
Optical cleaning cloth
ARRI Impression V Shim Pack
Content:
6x ARRI Impression V Shim Set
Each Shim Set includes:
3x LPL Mount Shim (2 mm)
3x LPL Mount Shim (1.85 mm)
3x LDS Shim (1.925 mm)
24x Special TX6 Screws
Zip lock bag which includes:
User manual card
Test certificate
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