[LRflex] Re: Telyt 400mm matters
- From: William Abbott <wbabbott3@xxxxxxxxxxx>
- To: leicareflex@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
- Date: Tue, 25 Jul 2006 19:58:13 -0700
David,
You wrote:
> I made the mistake of buying Leica's wire release with switch, in
> order to cut it apart for the connector.
And that's exactly what I was trying to avoid; thank you for leading
the way.
When I get the Binder connector I'll let you know off line. But other
inquiring minds may want to know what to do.
The Binder catalog is interesting in its own right if you're a
connector or catalog fan (read freak) and it tells you something
about Leica engineering's parts selection criteria
As you noted, the part in question is the last one on the page. Why
that one? It has the most contacts (8) and more than ample voltage
and current capacity (125v & 1 amp) for camera work and provides the
greatest growth path for future unknown (so far) circuit needs in the
same connector shell size. Those good old boys in Solms seem to be
looking ahead, for what, who knows, but they are making preparations
today for tomorrow. That's a good sign.
I'll add your Manfrotto nominations to my list with the pair Doug
Herr recommended and go shopping.
I do like picture of Ted's Gitzo monopod in action because it frees
up both arms and hands to open the ice chest and get at the Labatt's
Blue or the chardonnay or possibly lunch.
All the best,
Bill
On Jul 25, 2006, at 12:22 PM, David Young wrote:
> At 25/07/2006, you wrote:
>> Hi all,
>>
>> I have just this week acquired a 1977 model of the Telyt 400mm f/6.8
>> lens for use with my R9 and DMR.
>>
>> I've read David Young's nice essay on adding a hand grip to the
>> shoulder stock (mine needs one too) and adding an electrical shutter
>> release for his Canon 20D when used with his Telyt.
>>
>> I now wonder if anyone has created a simple electrical release for
>> use with the DMR or even if such a thing is possible.
>
>
> Hi Bill!
>
> If course, my friend! I have converted my grip for use with the DMR,
> and it's dead simple!
>
> I made the mistake of buying Leica's wire release with switch, in
> order to cut it apart for the connector. Later I found that you can
> simply order the connector (Binder USA) for a few dollars and add
> your wire. Wiring is virtually identical to the Canon 20D wiring as
> shown on my page http://www3.telus.net/~telyt/getting_a_grip.htm so
> I just wired a new cord and plugged it into the existing grip &
> switches!
>
> The end came from Binder-USA. I don't think they are very expensive,
> but the shipping from the USA was the more than the fitting. Email
> them and they will reply with a quote and they apparently take Paypal.
>
> <http://www.binder-usa.com/subminiature/index.taf?
> f=product&secid=1&sid=12&group=1&abzz=0>http://www.binder-usa.com/
> subminiature/index.taf?f=product&secid=1&sid=12&group=1&abzz=0
>
> It is part number 711 99-0479-100-08 , which is the last one on
> that page.
>
> Once you get the part, email me, off list, for more details.
> Operation is slightly different, even though the connections are
> the same.
>
>> In addition, the acquisition pushes me well over the edge about the
>> need for a monopod and I will also welcome any notes on experience
>> with various makes and models anyone cares to offer.
>
> I use and old Manfrotto C79 monopod, with Manfrotto's 234 RC tilt
> head with quick release plate.
>
> http://www.manfrotto.com/Jahia/cache/offonce/pid/2376?livid=103|
> 113&idx=114
>
> It works very well, but I think I like Ted's Gitzo better. I like
> the rotating collars rather than the levers on my Manfrotto.
>
> Here, Ted shows us the proper technique for using of a Gitzo...
>
> http://www.telyt.50megs.com/Gitzo.htm
>
> Hope this helps!
>
> Cheers!
>
>
>
>
> ---
>
> David Young,
> Logan Lake, CANADA
>
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> Personal Web-site at: http://www3.telus.net/~telyt
>
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