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Author Topic: CO Dowser Problem Matt Hollis Film Handler Posts: 49 From: Paragould / Jonesboro, AR, USA Registered: Jan 2005 posted 06-03-2005 09:49 AM                        I have a problem in one of my auditoriums with the CO dowser closing halfway in the middle of the show. It is an older model Simplex changeover on a Simplex 35 projector. The automation is an old Cinematic box with a cam timer. We do not put cues on the film so before the show I always check to make sure the timer is at 50 which is where it should be during the show. The automation is used for failsafe purposes only. The print running is The Longest Yard. Anyone have any ideas as to why the CO dowser is mysteriously closing halfway during the show? Thanks, Matt  |  IP: Logged Gordon McLeod Film God Posts: 9532 From: Toronto Ontario Canada Registered: Jun 99 posted 06-03-2005 10:55 AM                     If it is an older zipper it could be just vibrating shut  |  IP: Logged Scott Manley Film Handler Posts: 59 From: Austin, TX USA Registered: May 2001 posted 06-03-2005 01:02 PM                     Maybe make sure you still have a spring and ball bearing.  |  IP: Logged

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