Eumig Sonomatic 824D HQS

[Steve Klare]

Yes,

Often the difference between a parts machine and a potential runner is do the audio and/or transport mechanisms operate! (-and if they don't, how bad are they?)

There should be plenty of second-rate sound prints on E-bay that would make good sacrificial test films.

[Peter Borlace]

Tried it this afternoon without a film. Everything seems to be turning as it should and very smooth and quiet. Hopefully all working.

[Jason Moffatt]

The rear sprocket lever is supposed to move up and down so as to remove the sprocket to change from super 8 to standard 8. Once moved back up it should stay in position with friction.Does yours have the push on super 8 sprockets fitted or are they missing, the standard 8 sprockets are permanently attached on the 824.Also does it have both film gates ?.

[Peter Borlace]

Hi Jason,
The rear sprocket lever does move out of the way and stays in position when moved back. Yes, I have the Super 8 sprockets and both film gates.

[Peter Borlace]

Hi,

Just to conclude this post, I ran one of the skip films through the projector today and it worked perfectly. A big thanks to everyone who provided help.