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<p>Take out the meter and get an A/IIIs.</p>

<p>Martin, I believe to be the cell. This BL has stayed on Don's desk for months, and came back as "cell inactive" or something along that line.</p> <p>Since Don worked on it, I assume that he must've checked the cell AND its circuitry...so, when he said the problem lies with the cell, I have no reason to doubt this.</p> <p>I just had another chat with him, and the camera goes back to DAG, for a second time. Hopefully, he'll figure out something. Pity that such needed parts are no longer available for these cameras.</p> <p>Having said that, do you happen to know if the difference between BL cell is significantly different than the one in C? I seem to recall a "blue silicone" thing related to Minox cameras; is this blue thingy the cells installed in LX/CLX/TLX? Or am I mistaken here?</p> <p>Anyways, the main question here is if a C cell would be fit to install in a BL camera.</p> <p>I believe Gerald could clear this one up, if he's still a member of our forum. Gerald?</p>

<p>Close, but no cigar...</p><div></div>

<p>Those silky tones...</p><div></div>

<p>I am looking to swap a C or an LX light cell into my old BL camera. As far as I know, the light cell is the same, CdS. However, there may be problems with the current voltage, as C and LX meters are triggered by 5.6, whereas the BL's meter is jogged up by the Wein cell, which is not 5.6 obviously.</p> <p>Also, a professional who changed the cell to my Weston Master (and did a marvelous job too) is willing to try and do the same thing (change the selenium cell) to a couple of extremely lazy Minox meters. Has anyone tried doing this? Are there any vital facts of which me or the repairman should be aware?</p> <p>Do I have a case here, or should I just give up? Is there really no options for one stuck with a blind BL?</p> <p>Alternatively, I would welcome any suggestion. Thank you!</p> <p><br />Regards,</p> <p>JT</p>

<p>Guys, the 8x11 brass cassettes can be pre-ordered as we speak. Please inquire via pm or visit http://www.juliantanase.com</p>

<p>Thank you to all who pm'd me. Matter now sorted out, Edixa 16 is under way to Germany.<br> Regards,<br> JT</p>

<p>The Edixa I own needs to go to be seen by a specialist; shutter speeds, a good CLA, etc.</p> <p>Anyone know or can recommend a good repairman for this camera? Thank you in advance!</p> <p>Regards,</p> <p>JT<br> www.minoxit.com</p><div></div>

<p>Hobbies, I knew Andrew had some great skills with meter cells. I was trying to find his address, but it seems I lost it. I know he is someone in the vicinity of Andover, right?</p> <p>Would you care to send me his contact details, by email? Thank you, I really appreciate it!</p> <p>regards,</p> <p>JT</p>

<p>Indeed this is what I am going to do with it. Some of my cameras are now at DAG, and, alas, Don is out of BL CdS spares. </p> <p>But...it's a pity we cannot replace the cells in these cameras. Real gems they were and using them cameras without built-in meter (as they were intended to be used) seems like downgrading somehow.</p> <p>Thanks for your kind input, Martin!</p> <p>Regards,<br /> JT</p>

<p>A BL I own overexposes too much. A meter issue of course, and I would liek to ask here if any member knows anyone who can replace the cell or a way to repair.</p> <p>Thanks in advance!</p> <p>JT<br> <a href="http://www.minoxit.com">MINOXIT</a></p>

<p>Guys, final review is <a href="http://minoxit.com/2014/08/24/8x11-cassette-final-review-conclusions/">here</a>. Let me know your thoughts.<br> <br />Regs,<br> JT</p>

<p>Martin, I have the cassette in a Minox camera as we speak. After finishing the film and processing it, I thought of doing this:<br> - put the cassette in the freezer for, say, a couple of hours and after that try it in a Minox camera<br> - put the cassette in open air on a piece of alu foil. Seeing we have some 33*C outside these days, this will do the trick quite nicely. After a couple of hours I'll insert the cassette into a Minox camera (a non-working one).<br> <br />Both temps are going to be recorded by a calibrated thermometer. Results will be reported.</p> <p> </p>

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<p>Jimmy Li's brass cassette is currently under trial in one of my cameras. You may read the first half of the review for this item <a href="http://minoxit.com/2014/07/09/jimmy-li-8x11-cassette-review/">here</a>.<br /> <br /> Will have a second and final part of the review made after film process and scan.<br /> <br /> Best,<br /> <br /> JT<br /> <a href="http://www.minoxit.com">MINOXIT</a></p>

<p>Looks like a variant of an Acmel model M...Gerald's own site (<a href="http://submin.com/8x11/collection/nikkoh/index.htm">link</a>).<br> <br />John, on Evilbay...why? Yours?</p>

<p>Never used one, and know nothing about it. Anyone?</p><div></div>

<p>You may want to dig into this group archive <a href="https://www.flickr.com/groups/minox35/discuss/">here</a>. Good luck!<br> <br />Regards, <br> JT<br> <em><a href="http://www.minoxit.com">minoxit.com</a></em></p>

<p>Børre, nice find, thanks for sharing!<br> <br />Regards,<br> JT<br> <a href="http://www.minoxit.com">MINOXIT</a></p>

<p>Thank you for your kind words, Ben, much appreciated! Ilford Delta is a good choice, you can't go wrong with this film. Tmax is also a very good film, I love the texture and shadows.<br> Are you going to process these yourself, or send away? </p>

<p>Congratulations Ben! Start using it and do share results. Have fun!<br> Regards,<br> JT<br> <strong><a href="http://www.minoxit.com">www.minoxit.com</a></strong></p>