EIKI was founded in 1953 in Osaka by Moriichi Matsuura, Shigeya Yagi, Koji Sekino and Yoshinari Minagawa. The focus of the company was manufacturing equipment for classroom AV needs and later on, the company focused more on manufacturing 16mm projectors.
EIKI had manufactured 8mm projectors for a short time in the past, but never attempted to offer 35mm projectors, instead of this, it had tried to market Tokiwa 35mm portables.
EIKI had a vast variety of model availability in 16mm projectors among the other Japanese manufacturers.
Most models are re-branded as elf in the UK, INTERNATIONAL and BELL+HOWELL in the U.S., as well as HANIMEX EIKI in Australia.
NT/NST Series Specifications
NST Models: Reel-to-Reel Automatic Threading
NT Models: Self Threading
Power Source: Projectors available from 100 to 240V 50, 60Hz, dual (switchable) voltage also available
Typical power consumption: 430-450W
Lamp: Tungsten halogen 24V-250W (type ELC)
Exciter lamp: 4V, 0.75 amp (type BRK)
Standard lens: 50mm (2″) f 1.2, 6-element coated
Resolution: Excess of 160 lines per mm (center)
Shutter: 2 bladed or 3 bladed
Motor: Induction with capacitor
Film speed: 24 and 18 fps, sound and silent
Loop restorer: Automatic
Lamp brightness: 1200LX (900 Lumen max)
Reverse projection: Yes
Still picture: Yes
Rewind: High-speed without reel change
Reel capacity: 600m (2000ft)
Speaker:
Model 0 type, 12.5cm (5″) internal speaker only
Model 1 & 2, with two 12.5cm (5″) removable front cover speakers and 12.5cm (5″) internal speaker
Model 3 type, two 12.5cm (5″) removable front cover speakers
Amplifier: Solid state 20W RMS
Tone Control: Treble and bass separate controls
Size: 29cm x 35cm x35cm (11.4″x 13.8″x 13.8″)
Weight: 16.5kg (36.4lbs)
A unique attempt in Japanese 16mm projectors – Pin Cylinder Intermittent Pull Down System utilized in EX-4130PC, EX-6130 and PRO-1600
Originally it was developed by PHILIPS ELA Cinema Dept.
The precision made EIKI Intermittent Pin Cylinder System assures ultimate safety to the film, provides quiet, rock steady pictures, as steady as the well-known Geneva (Maltese cross) movement favored by professionals. Yet, unlike the Maltese cross projectors, the EIKI Pin Cylinder System does not decrease the picture brightness when compared toothed conventional cam claw pull down system. The pin cylinder mechanism consists of a 10-tooth drive sprocket where 5 frames of film are always engaged for smooth steady film handling, even with damaged or poorly spliced films. The 10-tooth intermittent drive sprocket is precisely advanced 24 fps by a pinion gear which drives a 10-pin cylinder wheel providing the intermittent motion. For high reliability and long service the entire mechanism operates in a sealed oil bath.
EX-4130PC Specifications
Power Requirement: Universal voltage from 100 to 240V AC 50 or 60Hz
Power Consumption: 1.4 KVA
Projection Lamp: 550W Ozone-Free Xenon Lamp, 6000˚K
Brightness: 2200 lumens typical (± 10%)
Brightness Control: Available by the current adjuster
Exciter Lamp: Type BRK/4V 0.75A
Projection Lens: 50mm (2″) F1.2, 6-element, coated, 160 lines per mm (center) resolution standard (other optional lenses available)
Anamorphic (Cinemascope) Lens Bracket: “D” (Ø52mm) size bracket as standard attachment (“C” Ø43mm size available, option) Swing-away design and adjustable extension
Motors: Induction type, ball bearing main drive motor as standard (Synchronous drive motor available, option) Rewind and Take-Up torque motor. Rectifier cooling fan motor
Film Speed: 24 fps sound speed standard (18 fps silent speed optional)
Shutter: 2 blade standard (3 blade optional)
Reel Capacity: 2000ft (600m) standard reel supplied with projector Max. up to 2400ft (720m)
Film Threading: Manual threading, 3 sprockets drive
Film Trial Advance: Available by momentary push button switch
Film Transport: 10 tooth Intermittent Sprocket Pin-Cylinder system
Rewind: High speed reel to reel without reel change
Function Control: Illuminated push button logic control switches for Power, Forward, Lamp, Sound/Douser, and Rewind
Pause Control: Easy to use clutch lever
Framing Control: Framing Lever
Douser: Electrically activated with picture and sound control
Picture Steadiness: Vertical jitter less than 0.225% Horizontal weave less than 0.2%
Amplifier: Solid State plug-in module, 50W RMS into 8 ohm load, 600 ohm (+10 ~ -20db) balanced AUX. line output, with 3 conductor 6.4mm (1/4″) phone jack
Frequency Response: Opt. 50 – 7000 Hz/Mag. 50 – 12000 Hz typical
Microphone Input: Built-in P.A. function with optional Microphone, 600 ohm or higher, 10mv Max. input level
Tone Controls: Individual Bass and Treble controls
Wow and Flutter: Less than 0.2% WRMS
Elevation: ±10° Max. from horizontal
Remote Control: Available for functions Power, Forward, Lamp, and Sound/Douser, optional
Changeover: Available, optional
Operating Temperature & Humidity: +5˚C to +40°C, 20% to 80% RH
Net Weight: Projector 24.15kgs (53.24 lbs)/Power Supply 10.4kgs (22.93 lbs)
Shipping Weight: 41kgs (90.39 lbs) packed in one carton
Dimensions (L) (W) (H)
(Projector): 470 x 220 x 350 mm 18.5 x 8.66 x 13.8 inches
(Power Supply): 470 x 225 x 108 mm 18.5 x 8.86 x 4.25 inches
Shipping Volume: 0.1663m³
EIKI EX-6100M (EX-6120) is one of the stationary type 16mm projector models having the Maltese cross. EX-9100M (EX-9120) has only more lumen output as difference. These are the unique projectors utilizing the Geneva movement.
There are the pull-down claw versions of the same type.
A. Xenon lamphouse
B. REWIND button
C. CHANGEOVER button
D. AUTO button
E. CHANGEOVER control display
F. Sound control panel
G. Pedestal
H. Reel capacity selector
J. End of film sensor
K. Tension arm
L. Reel spindle lock nut
EX-6100 (EX-6120)/EX-9100 (EX-9120) Specifications
Power Requirements:
EX-6100: 100, 115, 220 or 240 Volt AC (Universal Voltage)
EX-6120: Single Phase 50 or 60Hz, 100-120V 23 Amps, 200-240 Volts 12 Amps
EX-9100: 200V/220V 50/60Hz Single Phase, 200-240 Volts 22 Amps
Lamp:
EX-6100 SERIES: UXL-10SAZ, 1000 Watt Ozone free Xenon Lamp
EX-9100 SERIES: UXL-2000HE, 2000 Watt Ozone free Xenon Lamp
Brightness:
EX-6100 SERIES: 3500 to 4000 Lumens Typical, EX-6100M (EX-6120) 3000 to 3500 Lumens Typical
EX-9100 SERIES: 4700 to 5200 Lumens Typical, EX-9100M (EX-9120) 4000 Lumens Typical
Exciter Lamp: 4 Volt. 0.75 Amps (Type BRK)
Standard Lens: 50mm (2″) f1.2, 6 element coated center resolution in excess of 160 line/mm
Anamorphic Lens Holder: “D” size Ø52mm Standard, optional “C” size Ø43mm
Douser: Electrically operated
Shutter: 2-Blade standard, or Geneva movement. (Maltese cross)
Main Drive Motor: Induction type with capacitor, optional synchronous motor
Lamp Cooling Motor: Induction type, squirrel cage fan motor
Take-up Motor: Torque motor with magnetic brakes
Rewind & Supply Motor: High speed torque motor with magnetic brakes
Film Speed: 24 fps sound 50/60Hz, (18 fps optional)
Loop Restorer: Automatic
Function controls: Momentary push button. Auto, Forward, Lamp, Rewind, Reverse. (Reverse not Available on EX-6100M/9100M (EX-6120/EX-9120)
Threading: Manual three sprocket drive system
Rewind: High speed, Approx. 6,000 ft. in 5 min.
Reel Capacity: 60cm (24″) maximum
Sound Track: Optical and magnetic playback
Monitor: 15cm (6″) speaker with separate volume control
Amplifier: Solid state 50 watts RMS plug-in type module, with separate volume, bass and treble controls
Audio Inputs: Miniature jacks for high microphone and phono inputs with separate level controls
Speaker Outputs: 8 ohms ¼” phone jack
Line Output: 600 ohm balanced, with adjustable level. ¼” 3 conductor phone jack
Wow & Flutter: Better than .2% weighted average
Picture Stability: Less than 0.225% vertical jitters, Less than 0.2% horizontal weaves
Change-Over system: Built in, with accessory cable available
Remote Control: Built in, with accessory control available.
Approx. Weight: Projector 103kgs (220.4 lbs)/Lamphouse 33.4kgs (72.7 lbs)/Pedestal 54kgs (119 lbs)
日本からの映写機 Motion Picture Projectors from Japan 
Where can I buy one?, I have an Eiki EX-4000P, but don’t like the two claws.
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Hi Fernando,
I am afraid your wish is about a very specific model “PC” and difficult to obtain easily even in Japan.
You may try to find the reasonable priced Maltese cross model variations, but they are on pedestals originally.
Good luck!
Best,
Erkan
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I’m getting a 4000P to go along with my 5500. Why does Fernando not like the two claws?
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Hello,
Compliment for your website !
Do you know how many Eiki PRO-1600 were build ? And for which purpose they constructed them ?
Thank you !
JS
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Hi,
Thank you for your interest!
The statistical data is the difficult part of the job. The only proper source is Eiki Industrial in Osaka. Despite I’ve visited in 1995 never interested in that data. Now, all my friends specialized in the 16mm line there are retired.
Those type projectors are designed to show films in rural areas, auditoriums, concert halls and exhibitions on big screens.
Hope this helps for now.
Best,
Erkan
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Could you advise what is required for the lubrication of the claw movement for EX-2000A
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Hi Alan,
“Molybdenum disulfide” (aka MOLY) grease is recommended for the cam and claw lever mechanism (every 500 hrs) by the EIKI service engineers.
Also, the molybdenum oil form is dropped every 100 hrs.
Prior to applying the chemicals, its advised that the whole cam tank mechanism should be cleaned.
Hope this helps for now.
Best,
Erkan
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I have two EIKI EX-9120 film projectors that I’m selling. If anyone is interested let me know.
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Do you have still this to sell
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I would love to see any promotional material or brochures on the 16mm Eiki RT models film projectors? If you have any to show
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We as Medpro (Media Projects) represent the EIKI projectors in Belgium.
We have a revival and demand for second hand 16 mm EIKI projectors.
Please let us know if you have some fore sale (in good condition).
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IAM looking for sparingly used or open box Eiki xenon ex 300 so or like projector, please let me know if you have, regards Dr Ashok, email asok20kumar@gmail.com
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Hello Sir,
have Eiki SSL-1.
I want to purchase lens bracket for Eiki SSL-1.
Please Sir help me.
From Nigeria.
Thanks.
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Hi,
Unfortunately, I don’t sell anything here. Sorry.
Hope you gonna find one.
Best,
Erkan
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Hi,
I have a question about the Eiki Xenon EX 5500 A-1. I’m hoping you can help?
I’m looking for a manual (pdf) or otherwise a patent document, that includes schematic drawings of the projector. Would you have any idea where I could find such a thing?
Any help greatly appreciated!
Cheers,
Eva
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Hi Eva,
EX-5500A-1 model is a Self Thread (aka Auto Load) 500W Xenon lamp portable projector and its mechanism and amplifier sections are the same as the SLIM LINE projectors.
Do you look for a specific section like the lamp section for repair or?
If its about the mechanism and amplifier sections, exploded drawings and schematics will be the same.
I may help, if you tell me more.
Thanks.
Cheers,
Erkan
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I like the ‘last generation’ of 16mm Eiki projectors best and I’ve been trying to find a European ESL for years, but they seem exceptionally hard to find. Are they equally difficult to find in Japan? Do you know if the number of ESLs and ENTs produced was extremely small in comparison to SSLs and SNTs, because they cost so much more?
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Hi Adrian,
I have seen one when I’ve paid a visit to EIKI, Osaka in 1995. As far as I remember, one European version was offered me at US$3000, with the condition of not telling the Turkish distributor here, who is my friend, too. :)
Generally, push-button types are expensive, the same is for ELMO, too.
They are rare in Japan, too, as you mentioned, as well as expensive and not an important functional necessity compared to the rotary-switch ones, unless someone needs to frequently interrupt the projection, FF and REW the film during the show, such as in a seminar, etc.
Those buttons were added when the 16mm film shows were declining already.
Hope this helps for now.
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Thanks for your reply. In fact I have what’s basically a ENT (albeit in B&H 3592AX mode) and it’s the best projector I’ve ever owned. I’m in the UK but I was fortunate enough to obtain an new old stock dual voltage one from the USA. The added features are impressive and I much prefer the buttons, especially as I’ve owned Eikis with rotary switches that work but you can feel that the mechanism is not perfectly aligned and working 100% smoothly. I’ve finally this year managed to get a ESL from the USA but I had to buy a step up transformer use with it!
Your words make it seem that even less than I thought were produced, although I know they were available right up to the end of production around 2003, because I first saw photos of them on the sales website of Wittners in Germany. I suppose they would have become less expensive if they had been produced in larger quantities.
I think that if the technology had developed further, the following generation may have had remote control focussing and volume too, which would have been fantastic!
Were Eiki a popular projector distributed in substantial numbers in Turkey? Does your friend (or anyone in Turkey) sell spares?
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You’re welcome by all means!
Every year EIKI was publishing a general catalog in Japanese in addition to individual leaflets.
I know from these literature that they were manufacturing a wide variety of 16mm projection equipment in the early 2000’s. However, cross marks on some EIKI models were appearing in their catalogs. ELMO and HOKUSHIN had already decreased their model line-up earlier than EIKI.
As far as I know, Wittner bought all the outfits left EIKI Deutschland has.
Remocons were already available for transport control long time ago, but for volume, framing and focusing, as you know.
Unfortunately, I am not in contact with that friend anymore. He was actually selling the digital shits.
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Great post! Such amazing detail! Bravo!
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I am curious are there such a think at the Eiki RT-3 or Eiki RST-3 I must admit I have never seen on nor all my years on e-bay have I seen any for sale. I wondering if these Eiki 16m/m film projector rare to find?
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RST-0/1/2/3
RT-0/1/2/3
RM-0/1/2/3
All these model variations were available in the EIKI sales program.
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Dear Erkan
I will have to sell soon our family EIKI RT-3 bought new by my father long time ago and still in mint condition ; I wonder what is the difference between a RT-3 and a RM-3 ?
Thanks for your help
PS : If anyone has a interest for our RT-3 , let me know please
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I will introduce you to the EIKI 16 mm projector that is of interest to you. The 35mm anamorphic projector lens (Germany / Schneider) is set in two Vista aspect ratios (1: 1, 85 and 1: 1, 66). Please see the URL below.
https://page.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/auction/f327331894
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どうもありがとうございました！
Some years ago, I saw the same model at a much higher price than stated on that auction at a second-hand market in France.
I always buy my cine gear, except AC required stuff like projectors due to voltage difference, via my friend in Japan. Generally reasonable-priced and kept in good condition stuff.
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Hello. I have an Eiki EX4130PC, and I would like to know what kind of oil have I to use in this projector. Thanks!
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This may help: https://www.flickr.com/photos/157868943@N06/43849442944/
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hi there!!! I have a EX-1510 xenon projector that I wish to sell. it looks in great condition but its missing the power outlet so I dont know if it works… I dont even know where to begin pricing it… it is so heavy I wouldn’t even know how to ship it either. are you able to help me out with some info?? I would so appreciate it!!
thank you!
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Hi Samanta,
We are talking here about a heavyweight equipment:
* Projector 20.5 kgs. (45 lbs.)
* Rectifier 22.3 kgs. (49 lbs.)
* Speaker 11.7 kgs. (26 lbs.)
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Total 54.5 kgs. (120 lbs.)
The body (the projector itself) should be connected to the rectifier (the separate bottom box):
* The 4-prong plug with the cord of rectifier should be connected to the projector, whereas the 3-prong plug with the cord of rectifier to the projector.
* The power supply cord should be connected for line (The mains is supplied to the projector via the rectifier.).
* Also, the speaker should be connected to the projector body via a separate cable.
Hope this helps for now.
Best,
Erkan
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Thank you Erkan! Looks like I am missing the speaker portion too… now I know!
Do you think there is value in this unit to sell? I am moving and can’t keep it. I always thought it would be such great project or decor for a house one day but I have nowhere to store it now
Thanks again
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I have an EIKI EX3500 S-1 and need to know the part number and wattage for the Xenon Lamp.
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The lamp is 350W. Number UXL 351 EO.
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Thank you Paul!
UXL code refers to USHIO.
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buenas noches donde puedo comprar un presor de un proyector eki ssl2 16mm por donde pasa la película para poder cambiarlo yo mismo gracias
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I have an Eiki EX-2000A (Xenon) projector that is missing the power cord. While there are some OEM power cords available that are made in Japan they cost well over $160 each. Is there a spec that I can use to get a conversion connector for this round 3-pin male receptacle? I have seen comments from others online where they used a Nanaboshi NCS-253-P connector, but it was for an Elmo CX-350 projector. Can’t find any manual or specs that address the power input receptacle.
Thanks
Tom
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Hi Tom,
Any good quality connector will do the job.
So, you can follow the soldered cables for N (Neutral), L (LINE) and GND (GROUND/Earth).
The most important thing is the cable AC current capacity (wire thickness) and length, so the wires should handle the current well above its limits.
Erkan
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Erkan – thanks for the followup. Can you suggest a source and “spec” for the actual power plug?
Thanks
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Tom,
Aviation and lighting connectors will generally work.
If you are able to write the dimensions of the genuine connector, I can suggest you in a better way.
Normally, they are 3-pin circular male chassis-mount power connectors.
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Does anybody has an idea if a EX-5500-A (16mm xenox ) can be modified to run on 18fps?
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To change the projection speed of EIKI EX-5500-A from 24fps to 18fps, the motor pulley diameter should be reduced by 25% and the shutter should be three.
Japan’s Kobe Movie Museum has been remodeled to silently project silent movies from 16 fps to 18 fps to 20 fps.
The Kobe Movie Museum has the know-how to modify the projector.
http://kobe-eiga.net/
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Erkan
I have acquired a RM-3 double band projector here in the UK badged as ELF. Eiki Serial number RM32182.
Do you know if this version was manufactured by EIKI in Japan or was the modification carried out in the UK and do you have any information about the magnetic film side of these projectors?
Thank you
Iain
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Iain
Good, keep it well. A rare item.
Actually, EIKI was manufacturing two versions of the “Soundmate” Interlock/Double Band System (SEPMAG):
a) Compact-200 Series is connected permanently to the projector,
b) Twin-100 Series is joined in a side-by-side position to the projector.
The both have [PB] playback only and [PBR] playback+record versions.
elf of the UK and HANIMEX of Australia were selling rebadged products made by EIKI.
Hope this helps for now.
Best
Erkan
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Dear Erkan,
I have one Eiki ex 4000p and one Eiki 4130 pc there are very god projectors, but do you know how to find spare parts for these projectors?, maltese cross, claw, ….
Thanks in advance
Francisco Nicolás
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Hi Francisco,
First of all, 4130 PC should have a pin cylinder not Maltese cross.
The claw teeth can be removed from the claw lever for an easier replacement.
Those parts are very specific. Eiki, Osaka should have some still. However, expect pretty high pricing.
The best solution could be buying 2nd hand equipment not working or disassembled.
Where are you? So I can recommend some sources.
Good luck.
Best,
Erkan
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Hello,
I got a Remote Control (Model:RC 3) for a EIKI NT 3 – 16 mm Projector.
In a small Magazin about EIKI Projectors,you need a Infrared Sensor tu use
this Remote Control.
Where Can I get this????
Best Regards,
Markus Buttler
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Dear Erkam,
Thanks for your answer . I’ m from Barcelona (Spain)
It’s very interesting to know that some
parts can be obtained, boughts, to Osaka yet.
I would like to have some parts of these projectors that have more wear.
Because to find one of them in second hand for dismantle it is not easy. The people appreciate a lot them
Regards from Spain
Francisco
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This is a cool old 1983 film on the Eiki 16mm NT models
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Thanks for posting that nice video.
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I would love to see any promotional material or brochures on the 16mm Eiki RT models film projectors? If you have any to show
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I have some old pamphlet brochure on the RT models 16mm film projectors. I also own an Eiki RT-3 and an Eiki RST-3 16mm film protectors. I am curious if I could scan what I have for the moderator to post on here?
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Hi D.J.M,
Thank you for your kind attention to Dan’s request.
I will contact you shortly and then I will forward it to Dan.
Best,
Erkan
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Howdy Mr. Umut,
I sent you a few email one that contains the RT models and other email with Eiki extras like services and other high end projects. I purchased two big blue Eiki binders many many years ago with service materials updates it had the brochures and pamphlets in them apparently the binder information go back to the early 70s all the way up to the merger of Eiki and Bell + Howell 16mm film production division
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Hi.
I’m looking for any info, tech specs, manufacturing years… about Eiki EX 2000-N and NT series. Where can I find it?
Thanks!
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Hi,
Thanks for posting very important information along with details.
I am from India and I have Eiki 4130PC and SSL 2 Projector, Eiki Long Play Unit 110 Volts and 220 Volts version, Can you please share that from where i can get the Maintenance Manual schedule, Spare Parts.
Thanks in advance.
Regards
Shripal.
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Hi,
Thank you for your good words.
Its nice to hear that you have the Pin Cylinder model.
You can get your needs at https://van-eck.net/en/web-shop/
Hope this helps for now.
Best,
Erkan
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Dear Sir
Your swift response is highly appreciated, I have bought a soft copy of the user manual for Eiki EX-4130 PC from the https://van-eck.net/en/web-shop/ but it doesn’t have any information about repair and maintenance, also they dont have any spare for this projector. can you help to get the Maintenance Manual and required essential spare so i can purchase the critical one in advance.
Thanks in Advance for your valuable guidance.
Regards Shripal
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Shripal,
You can try that: https://van-eck.net/en/product/eiki_ex-4000_p_service_manual-_languages-_english/
(Bad copy PDF is available on the net for free download.)
The most of parts should be the same except for the PC intermittent tank and sprocket.
Good luck!
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Hola me gustaría saber quien tiene refacciones para 16 mm. EX 1600 M
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