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16mm Projectionist’s Manual

The full 2013-edition manual: chapters, procedures and reference sheets.

The Federation’s 2013-edition 16mm Projectionist’s Manual — a compilation of everything a projectionist needs to get started and keep going. It’s arranged in roughly the order things happen in practice, and works both as a first-time introduction and as an ongoing reference.

This technical information is basic and generic — for your specific equipment, you may also need your projector’s own handbook. If you get stuck, get in touch.


Start Here & the Eight Chapters


Miscellaneous Reference Sheets

Grouped by topic — click any heading to expand.

Lamps & Lenses
Film Stock & Preservation
Formats & Aspect Ratios
Projector Care & Procedures
Suppliers & Manufacturers
Background & Reference

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