beaulieu 1008xl info

[Scott123]

hey, i got ahold of a beaulieu 1008xl for pretty cheap. i really don't know exactly how to use it. i mean, i've figured out zooming, film speed, single frame...but i'm having some problems with focusing and light metering/exposure. the problem is, i'm not sure wether the camera is fully functional or not, or if i need a new light meter battery. right now a manual would be super helpful, i've been searching google for about an hour and i can't find anything.

[chas_ucla]

That is funny ... I have never once heard anyone on any of the S8 boards mention this Beaulieu model. Wasn't this supposed to be the budget-Beaulieu of the 70s? Very stripped down, right? I have an for it in a Super-8 filmaker mag, I'll see if I can find it and post it and see if there are any articles on it. In the meantime I'm sure one of the more knowledgeable folks on the board can answer your questions better than I...

[Scott123]

thanks,
well i really do like this cheap budjet model. other than not having the c-mount lens i think it has a lot of features. it's a really neat camera, and instead of having that battery pack problem, the camera is powered by 6 AA batteries.