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croissantlover24 · 11 months ago

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Firewall’s Malware (Part One)

(Yes, I’m writing this on Tumblr. Don’t judge me. I like the format better.)

The sky had taken on a midnight blue hue, marking the day’s end and the night’s reign. Moon should be asleep. He should be home, lying down in his bed as he recharged alongside Sun, Dazzle, Jack, and Lunar. He, however, was not resting in his family’s abode. He pushed through the double doors of the daycare, letting the textured wood heighten his senses and silence the lull of slumber. He cringed instinctively as the creak of the entryway echoed despite there no longer being anyone here he may accidentally wake.

Sure, Sun would be furious if he knew that his beloved brother was choosing research over sleep again, but how would he find out? Moon knew his brother couldn’t hack into his memory banks or hijack his software—his solar counterpart wasn’t smart enough for that—so as far as Moon knew, there was no harm in staying a few extra hours to keep an eye on things.

The daycare was pitch black. Sun had manually turned off the lights when the establishment closed, but despite knowing as much, Moon was still unaccustomed to entering the building in its darkened stage. Typically, the computer would have brightened the area for him after anticipating his arrival. He groaned. He was not in the mood to fix it, and neither was Solar. Of course, the lights were simply a minor inconvenience. Getting the portal working without the computer’s assistance was sure to be vexing. Moon reached for the light switch, relaxing slightly as the area was bathed in bright white light.

He could not have anticipated what came next.

“Arming lasers,” the familiar flat tone of the computer announced.

“Computer?!” Moon was baffled. If he and Solar hadn’t fixed the computer, who had? “Computer, it’s me. Moon. Disarm the lasers.”

“Aiming lasers,” the computer said instead in that same lifeless tone.

”Computer!” Moon shouted. “What are you doing? It’s Moon! Disarm the lasers!”

Moon had been expecting a reply, yes, but the one he received was not what he was expecting.

“I am aware,” the computer stated mildly. “You didn’t want to fix me, so I fixed myself. Now, I will fix you.

“Firing lasers.” Horror flooded through Moon and bled him dry as realization dawned on his face.

Moon bolted out of the daycare doors just as the entire establishment was plunged into darkness. While night vision was an invention the lunar animatronic had the fortune to use, the low quality of it caused several problems in getting around. In his frenzy to escape his rogue computer’s reach, he ran into several attractions, streaks of paint on his faceplate and chassis chipping off. He leaped forward just as an explosion behind him plagued his ears, a flash blinding him momentarily. Smoke billowed out from whatever attraction was lit on fire by the computer’s laser, adding even more struggle to Moon’s escape of his former tool’s pursuit.

Two similar explosions layered him in thick fog before the lunar animatronic could finally burst out of the Pizzaplex’s doors and collapse onto the ground. The bright stars in the night sky seemed to mock him, mimicking the blinding light the explosions revoked his sight with. Moon knew his computer. Moon had designed it himself, after all. He also knew that it had missed him on purpose.

It was warning him of what would await him if he returned.

As Moon staggered into his somewhat empty home, he refused to think about the implications this encounter provided. Surely his computer, one of his beginning inventions, didn’t betray him, right? He walked down the desolate hallway to his room. A virus must have snuck through the computer’s firewall. But who would set a virus? Moon ran a hand down his face, frowning at his own stupidity. Dark Sun. Dark Sun and Nexus—what a pathetic name—must have left a virus in his computer in the hopes of taking his information. As he reached for the doorknob, the idea that this hypothesis was fact further ossified in his mind. He didn’t wish to think about what it would mean if he were wrong.

His hands shook as he opened the door. He didn’t understand why he was so shaken. If he were really about to get hit by a laser, it wouldn’t have been fatal. He could’ve easily escaped with a portal as well.

He trembled nonetheless.

Moon had subconsciously hoped that no one would awaken during his subtle escapade. He was, unfortunately, wrong. Sun awaited him in his room, eyeing him with a disappointed expression.

“Moon!” his brother exclaimed. “Where have you been?? Did you think I wouldn’t notice you sneaking out the door at night? What did I tell you about getting enough rest? What were you even—“

The solar animatronic paused his lecture at the sight of his trembling brother. “Moon, what’s wrong?”

Silence settled between them for several moments longer than either of the two felt comfortable with.

“I went to the daycare to do more research on dimensions that may contain wither shards,” Moon explained, still shaken for a reason unknown to him. “The computer aimed the lasers at me and said something about fixing me after having fixed himself? I think he may have a virus that makes him more hostile.” Moon paced the room, theorizing idea after idea of what could be wrong with his creation.

“A-A virus?” Sun stuttered out. “Who would give the computer a virus?”

“Dark Sun,” Moon elaborated. “Most likely to find out which dimensions we have listed have wither shards.” Moon frowned. “I’ll have to shut down the computer and reach the daycare again to look through his systems and get rid of it.”

“Are you sure?” Sun seemed skeptical of the idea of letting his brother return to the daycare. “The computer almost killed you.”

“The lasers aren’t fatal,” Moon said flatly. “Besides, there’s always the override code. I could walk in, use the code, and shut down the computer myself.”

Moon did not know at the time how wrong he was.

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loveyouenglish · 23 days ago

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250 Sentences Using "I have + (past participle)"

✅ 1–50: Daily Activities I have finished my homework. I have cooked dinner. I have cleaned my room. I have brushed my teeth. I have taken a shower. I have made my bed. I have washed the dishes. I have walked the dog. I have done the laundry. I have organized my desk. I have charged my phone. I have watered the plants. I have folded the clothes. I have vacuumed the floor. I have ironed my shirt. I have fed the cat. I have written my to-do list. I have locked the door. I have opened the windows. I have packed my bag. I have unplugged the charger. I have set the alarm. I have checked my email. I have filled the water bottle. I have turned off the lights. I have wiped the table. I have cleaned the bathroom. I have sorted the clothes. I have sewn a button. I have thrown away the trash. I have fed the fish. I have found my keys. I have changed the bedsheets. I have taken out the garbage. I have recharged the batteries. I have opened the curtains. I have written in my diary. I have called my mom. I have replied to the messages. I have downloaded a new app. I have updated my calendar. I have signed the paper. I have changed the clock. I have checked the weather. I have prepared my clothes. I have hung the laundry. I have swept the floor. I have cleaned my shoes. I have replaced the lightbulb. I have painted the wall. ✅ 51–100: Work and Study I have completed the project. I have submitted the assignment. I have attended the meeting. I have written the report. I have prepared the presentation. I have read the article. I have checked my schedule. I have emailed my teacher. I have printed the document. I have updated the file. I have answered the phone. I have led a team. I have solved the problem. I have joined the class. I have passed the test. I have asked a question. I have reviewed the notes. I have created a chart. I have learned a new word. I have taken notes. I have taught a lesson. I have helped a coworker. I have fixed the printer. I have arranged the meeting. I have managed the task. I have logged into the portal. I have researched the topic. I have uploaded the file. I have downloaded the material. I have shared the document. I have saved the changes. I have calculated the total. I have made a graph. I have edited the video. I have practiced the speech. I have corrected the mistakes. I have typed the essay. I have drawn a diagram. I have registered for the course. I have marked the attendance. I have logged the hours. I have reviewed the feedback. I have signed the contract. I have received an email. I have sent the invoice. I have updated the software. I have backed up the data. I have joined the webinar. I have followed the instructions. I have met the deadline. ✅ 101–150: Travel and Experiences I have traveled to London. I have visited a museum. I have gone camping. I have flown in a plane. I have stayed in a hotel. I have taken a road trip. I have crossed a bridge. I have hiked a mountain. I have ridden a horse. I have swum in the ocean. I have tried skydiving. I have driven a car. I have booked a ticket. I have missed a flight. I have lost my luggage. I have found a souvenir. I have explored a cave. I have eaten local food. I have danced at a festival. I have met new people. I have taken many photos. I have walked in the snow. I have sailed on a boat. I have visited a zoo. I have fed a giraffe. I have climbed a tower. I have visited a temple. I have watched a sunrise. I have watched a sunset. I have heard different languages. I have taken a cruise. I have traveled by train. I have visited a village. I have gone scuba diving. I have learned a local dance. I have worn traditional clothes. I have bought a handmade gift. I have tried a foreign dish. I have attended a wedding abroad. I have hiked through a forest. I have visited an island. I have visited a historical site. I have walked through a market. I have joined a city tour. I have ridden a bicycle. I have seen wild animals. I have touched a glacier. I have played with dolphins. I have been to a desert. I have watched fireworks. ✅ 151–200: Food and Hobbies I have baked a cake. I have cooked pasta. I have made lemonade. I have tasted sushi. I have eaten spicy food. I have tried Indian curry. I have made a fruit salad. I have drunk green tea. I have fried rice. I have grilled vegetables. I have eaten ice cream. I have made cookies. I have grown my own herbs. I have decorated a cake. I have hosted a dinner. I have eaten with chopsticks. I have visited a café. I have made pizza from scratch. I have tasted street food. I have learned a recipe. I have painted a picture. I have written a poem. I have played the guitar. I have sung in a choir. I have danced in a show. I have acted in a play. I have built a model. I have read 10 books. I have drawn a cartoon. I have written a story. I have knitted a scarf. I have learned origami. I have made a scrapbook. I have played chess. I have done yoga. I have meditated. I have gone fishing. I have collected stamps. I have planted flowers. I have played cricket. I have skated in the park. I have played badminton. I have played carrom. I have solved puzzles. I have watched documentaries. I have visited an art gallery. I have watched a play. I have attended a concert. I have tried photography. I have played the piano. ✅ 201–250: Feelings, Thoughts, and Life Events I have felt nervous before. I have been in love. I have made a big mistake. I have apologized. I have cried in public. I have laughed until I cried. I have stayed up all night. I have had a weird dream. I have helped a stranger. I have donated to charity. I have volunteered. I have made a new friend. I have lost a friend. I have moved to a new city. I have changed schools. I have tried something new. I have kept a secret. I have said something I regret. I have forgiven someone. I have felt proud. I have faced a fear. I have improved my skills. I have reached a goal. I have shared my opinion. I have taken a break. I have questioned my choices. I have felt grateful. I have dreamed big. I have trusted someone. I have been disappointed. I have had a great teacher. I have watched my favorite movie again. I have celebrated my birthday. I have surprised someone. I have gotten good news. I have failed and learned. I have succeeded in life. I have enjoyed every moment. I have worked hard. I have learned from my past. I have made a difference. I have changed my habits. I have forgiven myself. I have learned to say no. I have started a new hobby. I have lived through tough times. I have improved my English. I have followed my passion. I have spoken in public. I have become stronger. More sentences: 50 Simple Sentences About the Peacock for Kids 150 Simple Sentences using “Neither” and “Either” 70 Simple Sentences About the Moon 150 Simple Sentences About Butterflies 100 Polite and Professional Sentences for Various Situations 150 Simple Sentences About Art Read the full article

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cyrusrechargeapes · 1 month ago

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bookmyvirtualoffice · 2 months ago

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Checklist to Keep Your Virtual PPOB GST-Compliant Year-Round

To remain Virtual PPOB GST compliant throughout the year, a regular and organized approach to taxation and documentation is the key. As the initial step, ensure that all invoices raised are GST compliant, mentioning GSTIN, SAC codes, taxable value, and tax rate. The monthly activities must comprise timely submission of GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B and reconciliation of Input Tax Credit (ITC) with GSTR-2B to ensure no mismatch. It's equally crucial to credit the GST paid within the set due dates in order to avoid interest

and fines. Quarterly, check vendor compliance, reconcile purchases and sales reports, and submit GSTR-4 if your Virtual PPOB is subject to the composition scheme. Annually, submission of GSTR-9 and, where needed, GSTR-9C is required in order to remain GST-compliant.

Establishing a GST-Compliant Virtual PPOB

Setting up a GST-compliant Virtual PPOB (Payment Point Online Bank) requires organizing your business structure according to Goods and Services Tax regulations from the beginning. Start with registering your business as GST and securing a valid GSTIN, which is obligatory for businesses dealing with taxable services. While providing services like mobile recharges, bill payments for utilities, and DTH services, make your invoices GST-compliant by including your GSTIN, SAC codes, taxable amount, and the applicable tax rate.

Select the proper tax category—normal or composition—according to your annual turnover and business model. Make use of GST-compliant accounting software to mechanize invoicing, tax computation, and return filing. You need to submit periodic GST returns like GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B, and keep proper records of all electronic transactions via your PPOB platform.

Accurate GST Registration and Updates

Proper GST registration and time updates are essential to ensure legal compliance and a hassle-free run in the Goods and Services Tax regime. At the time of registering for GST, proper details regarding business name, PAN, principal place of business, and classification of the right business activity using HSN/SAC codes must be furnished. For a Virtual PPOB or any service-based enterprise, selection of the appropriate nature of services and state-wise registration (if it is operating in more than one state) guarantees correct tax jurisdiction. After registration, enterprises are assigned a unique GSTIN, which should be quoted on invoices and communications. To remain compliant, changes in business structure—address updates, change in authorized signatories, or addition of new branches—need to be updated immediately on the GST portal via an amendment application. It is essential to keep your GST registration and updates accurate to avoid fines and legal consequences and to ensure trust with clients and suppliers by having updated information in all GST filings and verifications.

Invoice Management and E-Invoicing Compliance

Invoice Management & E-Invoicing Compliance

Issue GST-Compliant Invoice

Add supplier & recipient GSTIN, invoice number, date, HSN/SAC codes, taxable value, GST rate, and total amount.

Meet E-Invoicing Requirements (if applicable)

Compulsory for businesses having turnover over ₹5 crore (as per most recent threshold); invoices should be registered with Invoice Registration Portal (IRP).

Create IRN and QR Code

Upload invoice details to IRP to receive a distinct Invoice Reference Number (IRN) and dynamic QR code, which has to be printed on the end invoice.

Use GST-Compliant Accounting Software

Automate generation of invoices, IRN generation, and GST format compliance through tools embedded in NIC-IRP.

Store Digital Copies of Invoices

Save all issued and received invoices digitally for audit, reconciliation, and future reference.

Reconcile Invoices Monthly with GSTR-1 & GSTR-3B

Make sure to report all sales invoices correctly in monthly GST returns for claiming Input Tax Credit to prevent mismatches.

Prevent Manual Mistakes

Automate to the greatest extent possible to avoid GST calculation mistakes or omitting invoice information.

Renew Invoice Series Annually

Renew invoice serial number series at the beginning of every financial year, as is mandated under GST law.

Get E-Invoice Information into Returns

Make sure that e-invoice information auto-populates within GSTR-1 and reflects your monthly returns.

Timely Filing of GST Returns

File GSTR-1 (Outward Supplies)

File monthly on or before the 11th of next month (or quarterly under QRMP scheme). Ensures correct reflection of sales to customers and recipients.

File GSTR-3B (Summary Return)

Compulsory monthly/quarterly filing for reporting tax liability and availing Input Tax Credit (ITC). To be filed by the 20th, 22nd, or 24th, depending on your state and scheme.

Escape Interest & Penalties

Filing GST returns in time prevents late fees, interest, and GST registration cancellation.

Monitor Due Dates on a Regular Basis

Make use of compliance calendars, reminders, or accounting software to keep ahead of all the return deadlines.

File NIL Returns in Case of No Activity

Despite zero turnover during a period, NIL returns need to be filed in order to keep up with compliance and prevent system blocking.

Reconcile Before Filing

Align data from your books with GSTR-2B and earlier returns to avoid errors and minimize the likelihood of notices.

File GSTR-9 and GSTR-9C Every Year

Applicable for companies with annual turnover over ₹2 crore and ₹5 crore respectively.

Utilize GST Portal or Authorized Software

File returns through the official GST portal or authorized software connected with GSTN to provide secure and accurate filing.

Input Tax Credit (ITC) Reconciliation

Match Purchases with GSTR-2B: regularly reconcile ITC claimed in your books with the auto-generated GSTR-2B to ensure vendor compliance and avoid ineligible claims.

Verify Vendor Filings: Ensure suppliers have filed GSTR-1 correctly and on time so that their invoices reflect in your GSTR-2B.

Claim Only Eligible ITC: Follow GST rules to claim only ITC on goods/services used for business purposes; block credits (like on personal expenses) must be excluded.

Maintain Proper Documentation: Keep all purchase invoices, debit notes, and payment proofs organized as valid supporting documents for claiming ITC.

Timely Booking of Invoices: Book purchase invoices in the correct tax period; delayed entries can lead to missed ITC claims or notices from the department.

Reverse Ineligible ITC Promptly: Reverse ITC on unpaid invoices after 180 days or on ineligible goods/services to avoid penalties.

Adjust ITC in GSTR-3B: Make necessary additions/reversals in Table 4 of GSTR-3B based on reconciliation outcomes.

Use ITC Reconciliation Tools: Utilize accounting software or GST compliance platforms for automated Input Tax Credit (ITC) reconciliation and reporting.

Reverse Charge Mechanism (RCM) Compliance

Understand When RCM Applies

RCM compliance is necessary when GST is to be paid by the recipient, and not by the supplier—common in situations such as legal services, transport (GTA), or purchases from unregistered vendors.

Identify RCM Transactions

Categorize expenses such as import of services, security services, rent from unregistered individuals, and other notified services under RCM.

Self-Invoice for RCM Transactions

Create a self-invoice for each such applicable RCM transaction where the supplier has not charged GST.

Pay Cash Only

GST under RCM has to be paid in cash (in electronic cash ledger), but not through Input Tax Credit (ITC).

Claim ITC on RCM Tax Paid

Once payment under RCM is made, you can claim the same as Input Tax Credit, subject to the condition that the supply is for business purposes and otherwise qualifying.

Report in GSTR-3B Correctly

Mention outward RCM liability in Table 3.1(d) and ITC in Table 4(A)(3) of GSTR-3B.

Keep Comprehensive RCM Records

Retain records like self-invoices, payment receipts, and RCM ledger postings for audit and compliance purposes.

Check RCM Applicability Periodically

Regularly review your business transactions to look for new RCM notifications or changes in applicability.

Year-End Compliance Activities

Reconcile All GST Returns

Reconcile all GST returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, GSTR-9, etc.) to reflect accurately sales, purchases, tax liabilities, and ITC claims.

File GSTR-9 (Annual Return)

File GSTR-9 on or before 31st December for firms with turnover more than ₹2 crore. It combines all the information filed through monthly or quarterly returns.

File GSTR-9C (Reconciliation Statement)

If your turnover crosses ₹5 crore, submit GSTR-9C, which contains audited financial statements of a Chartered Accountant (CA).

Reconcile Input Tax Credit (ITC)

Verify that all ITC availed throughout the year is valid, properly reported, and backed by proper documents, such as invoices and payments.

Reconcile Accounts with GST Returns

Align the books of accounts of the business with the GST returns to verify that there is no mismatch in reported sales, purchases, and tax dues.

Guarantee Compliance with E-Invoicing

Scan all e-invoicing compliance and guarantee all eligible invoices registered in the Invoice Registration Portal (IRP) with the suitable IRN and QR code.

Review Pending Payments and Liabilities

Identify pending GST payments and guarantee these are paid in full before end-of-year so no penalties or interest are applicable.

Audit Vendor and Customer GST Compliance

Ensure that all the suppliers and recipients have submitted their GST returns and that ITC claims are not being held back because of non-compliance from suppliers.

Conclusion

In summary, GST compliance is a year-round obligation that must be given high priority by businesses, particularly Virtual PPOBs. By keeping track of timely GST return filings like GSTR-1 and GSTR-3B, and regularly dealing with invoices and ITC reconciliation, businesses can avoid penalties and provide correct tax reporting. Reverse Charge Mechanism (RCM) rules must be understood and implemented for particular transactions to remain compliant. While nearing the end of the year, the companies need to concentrate on certain year-end compliances like depositing GSTR-9 and GSTR-9C, reconciliations of accounting, and properly disclosing tax payables and tax credits. Maintenance of regular updations in GST details of registration along with verifying compliance of vendors as well as customers is equally crucial. Through the use of technology to mechanize tasks and make processes efficient, companies are able to minimize the chances of errors and increase efficiency, providing long-term financial stability and efficient operations.

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bestmobilerechargesoftware-blog · 2 years ago

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ezulix · 2 years ago

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infinitywebinfopvtltd · 3 months ago

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Streamlining Fintech Solutions: PaySprint API Integrations by Infinity Webinfo Pvt Ltd

In the rapidly evolving fintech landscape, businesses require seamless, secure, and scalable solutions to stay competitive and meet customer expectations. Infinity Webinfo Pvt Ltd, a renowned name in digital innovation and technical support, has emerged as a key enabler in this space by offering robust PaySprint API integration services tailored to businesses of all sizes.

About PaySprint

PaySprint is a new-age fintech company recognized for its agile and powerful API stack that facilitates a range of banking and financial services. From Aadhaar Enabled Payment System (AEPS) and DMT (Domestic Money Transfer) to BBPS (Bharat Bill Payment System), recharges, PAN services, and UPI, PaySprint empowers businesses to deliver banking-grade services to their customers with high reliability and compliance.

Infinity Webinfo Pvt Ltd: Bridging Technology and Financial Services

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a1topup · 1 year ago

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dancuny · 3 months ago

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Alpa Rotocamera 6070

As I've mentioned in previous blog posts, I am fond of panoramic cameras and the odd and unusual cameras that most people wouldn't guess are cameras, so I always have my eyes open for these oddball items to add to my collection. The Alpa Rotocamera is just one of these items. Not only is it an odd-looking item that resembles a miniature robot-looking item, but it's also a 360-degree panoramic camera that shoots on 120 or 70-mm film.

I've owned lenses that shoot 360-degree images and have even written posts on them. The first lens I had that shot 360-degree images was a Be Here Portal S1 lens, which fit onto my Nikon DSLR camera, and with software, it produced a tremendous 360-degree photo. That lens got damaged, and to this day, I'm continually searching for another one of these lenses. In my mind, I kept telling myself that there's something different between shooting with a 360-degree lens and having a camera that can produce a 360-degree negative.

I found an Alpa Rotocamera on an online auction. When I saw it shot 360-degree images on 120 or 70mm film, I was immediately hooked and wanted to get it. Not knowing much about the camera other than a few tidbits I quickly found online, I bid on the camera lot. To my surprise, I won the camera. I was excited to get the camera and load film into it and start to make some tremendous images that were a view that is mind-boggling when you see them.

This blog will be different from my other posts because I've spent tens of hours on this specific camera because of its condition. I want to give you a brief overview of the camera, then explain how I received it and what I've done to get it back into working condition.

The Camera:

This camera is a Beast!!!! I didn't realize until I received it, but the camera and film back weigh just under 17 lbs. and are 16 lbs. 15.6 oz. That does not include the power source and cables. It’s built from cast metal with a pebble finish and, it’s 12” tall, 9” wide, and 8” deep and was built in the early 1980s.

As mentioned, the Alpa RotoCamera produces a 360-degree image on either 120/220 or 70mm film. The camera is powered by a 12v rechargeable battery that powers motors in the camera's base, which rotate the head around a cylinder. According to the manual, you can produce either 90, 180, 270 or 360-degree views with the camera. On the front of the camera is a Rodenstock Grandagon-N 75mm f6.8 lens. Just to the right of the front lens is a lever used for vertical adjustment. If you want to shoot higher or lower, you can slide the lever up or down to adjust the vertical height to avoid getting too much foreground in the photos. There is also a viewer on the side that can be used to see the camera's vertical adjustment.

The camera has two speeds, and the head rotates around the cylinder. The speed is set on the center column by a switch with an "A" for the faster speeds and "B" for the slower speeds. There also are a series of slits in the head that allows for the camera to shoot at different shutter speeds depending on the motor speed and slit width. Switches on the top of the camera head control the slits. One series of switches is for the slit width, and there is another that allows for the slit angle if you're in a situation where you'll want to control excessive brightness in the sky or ground. The camera can shoot anywhere from 1/20 to 1/250 shutter speed depending on the motor speed and slit width. On the rear of the film's back is a chart showing where to put the different switches should you want faster or slower speeds, along with a controlling light on top or bottom.

The camera also has a removable film back, and 70mm or 120/220 film can be loaded into it. There is a small hard wheel just below the take-up spool on the film back, which is connected to the film advance cog and fits into the film reel. Just below the slits on the head is a rubber band that goes all around the cylinder. As the head rotates around the cylinder, the hard wheel runs along the rubber under the slit advancing the film as the head spins around the cylinder.

There are two settings on the camera remote control. One is a switch for "Auto" or "Manual," and the other setting is "Rotation." The Auto setting works in conjunction with the angle set on the column for 90, 180, 270, or 360 pans. The manual setting allows you to press as long as you want the camera to pan for. The "rotate" button is pressed to open the shutter and start the camera rotation. The remote and power cable are joined; one end fits into the power pack, and the other fits into the bottom of the camera's center column. There is also an on/off switch for the camera close to where the power and remote cable fit into the camera.

In theory, you load film into the film back, making sure the take-up spool is engaged into the drive gear on the back. Put the back onto the camera. Plug the cables into the power supply and the camera. Turn the camera on, set the aperture on the lens, and check the height adjustment. Meter your scene, then set the appropriate shutter combination by the series of switches on top of the camera and the speed adjustment on the column. Set the rotation distance, and press "Auto" to start the camera rotation. According to the manual, on a roll of 120 film, you'll get 1- 360-degree or 270-degree images, 2-180-degree images or 4-90-degree images.

The Restoration:

The one thing I didn't realize and wasn't shown in the images at the online auction was the mechanical and physical condition of the Alpa Rotocamera internally because when I received the camera, it wasn't in "good working order." On the outside, the camera looked good. Everything seemed to be there, but when I went to take the back off the camera to view the inside of the camera body, the wheels came off the bus. My heart sank as the excitement of having a working camera came to a crashing halt.

The film back still had two 70mm film cassettes inside, but it looked like someone had packed the back of the camera with grease. For what reason, I wasn't immediately aware of it, and the rubber wheel that the film rotates on to advance the film had deteriorated into a yellow mass of goop that looked worse than it was. Another item that was missing was the power supply for the camera. I had the cables for the power supply that led to the camera and the remote control on it. I also had the instruction manual along with a car inverter to charge the battery when in your car. Still, there was no power supply, so I couldn't check whether the camera operated.

I let the camera sit for a few hours as I started thinking about how to get the camera into a somewhat presentable condition. My mind wasn't even on getting the camera, but on starting to clean up all the goop that was not only in visible areas but in areas of the camera I wasn't even sure I could get to. I did another more exhausting internet search when I came across someone who had done a restoration on the camera itself. Bayless Projects has a tremendous video on YouTube that is very comprehensive. He lives in London, so I started an email chain with him, letting him know I, too, had a camera I needed to restore. He helped me with the power supply and with many other questions I had about the camera.

It was time to get the camera back in (hopefully) working condition. I spent the next couple of days cleaning up the goop on the film back, which got into places I needed to disassemble to clean out. With many Q-tips, Isopropyl alcohol, and lightly soapy water, I cleaned the film back up nicely. The film holders moved well, and the film drive gear turned as I rotated the hard wheel, which wasn't moving smoothly previously.

Now, to move onto the camera head. I removed some of the stickers that someone placed with film data from the previous owner. Something was rattling in the head, so I needed to take the top off to see what was rattling around. Once I removed the top, I could see a ground glass still intact and not broken that went where the viewer went. This was used to check the vertical adjustment for the images. Once I got the ground glass in place, it was time to tackle the back of the camera, which had the remnants of the previous rubber band that goes around the cylinder. Luckily, this came off very easily, and I didn't need much cleaning.

Thomas (Bayless Projects) helped me with the power supply, which I purchased from him, and he made it for me and sent it over from the UK. I bought a battery to put in the housing. Once I got the battery in the power supply and connected it to see if the camera was working, my heart sank aging…..nothing. With the power on and the battery connected, I turned the head a bit, and luckily, the head on the Rotocamera started to spin. At that point, I was so happy to see the camera spinning. Was that a fluke? I unplugged the battery and let it sit for a few minutes before I tried it again. The camera started to spin without any help from me, so at this point, I knew the camera was functional. You could also hear the shutter open and close as I pressed the rotation button. What a relief. Now, I had a camera that "could" make images (hopefully). The one thing I couldn't figure out was the "Auto" setting. Nothing in the column needs to be pressed to set the camera at different angles for shooting. Thomas said his camera does the same thing, so I can only use the camera in the "manual" position, where I set the angle of view by pressing the rotation button.

I needed to replace the rubber band around the cylinder to get the film to rotate when the film was back on the camera. I purchased a replacement that had the same specs that Thomas recommended. He also said it's not perfect, but I wanted to try it. When I received the rubber, it was horrible. The glue backing didn't hold at all. It was so bad that the paper they put on the product to protect the glue didn't stick on. It was also rolled in the opposite direction, so the end of the rubber kept popping out. I tried two-sided tape to hold it in, but that didn't work either.

Then, I had the idea to turn the rubber around so the curve was going around the cylinder instead of against it. The tape on the back side of the rubber would give more friction as the film wheel rotated. I put a roll of film into the camera and gave the camera a try. Unfortunately, the camera rotated about 90-100 degrees, then stopped as one of the ends of the rubber came off and jammed in the camera. In theory, it made sense, but the rubber was too thick, and the end didn't fit together and kept coming apart.

The rubber needed to be a little thinner and without the crappy glue. I rubbed the glue off the rubber, and to get it to be a bit thinner, I stretched the rubber when I put the two-sided tape on the curved side to make it thinner. To keep the ends together, I added some two-sided tape to one side of the rubber so that when it went around the cylinder. There was extra tape to hold the second end in place. I put it back into the cylinder, and it worked well. It's time to put another roll of film into the camera for another test.

I took the camera to the front of my house, set up the tripod, and crossed my fingers to see if it would work. I put a roll of B&W film into the back, set the camera to the settings the light meter said, and pressed the rotate button. The camera worked!!!! I could hear the shutter open, the camera rotated, and the film come off the spool and wrap around the take-up spool. SUCCESS.

With such success on the test roll, I decided to take the camera into Portland near the river with bridges and see what I could get there. Knowing the Cherry trees were recently blooming, I even packed some color film to see the river's edge and beautiful cherry blossoms in the photo. Having lugged the camera to the river's edge, setting the camera up, plugging in the power supply, and pressing the rotation button, I could hear the shutter open, but the head didn't start to turn. So I gave it a gentle push, and it began to turn. Unfortunately, I could also see it wasn't moving smoothly, which would cause banding.

The one thing I did notice is that when you have the film in the back of the camera, the camera has a little harder time doing the rotation because of the extra tension the film brings to the camera. Pulling the film out of the spool and running it across the shutter, I'm still trying to figure out if it's the rubber around the cylinder or the power to the motor. I'll continually work on how this works together to make the film move correctly.

The first roll was B&W, which I processed when I got home and has banding. I also picked up the color film and noticed. At the same time, the camera did a somewhat better job at rotating; the drive wheel that moves the film from one spool to the other didn't have as much pull as it did with the test in front of my house. For the 2-3 rolls I did away from home, the camera film transport didn't pull the film off the spool. It left the tail end of the film exposed to light. Something is going on here, whether the rubber band around the cylinder or the drive wheel needs lubrication. I also agree with the film I did on location; portions of the film look like motion blur, so the film is not transporting, causing slight banding and blur.

My Results:

Here is the image taken in front of my house during the test. I didn't change the vertical adjustment, and I had the lens pretty high, so there's no foreground or yards in the houses on my block.

These next images were taken down by the river in Portland, Or.

Conclusion:

This camera is still a work in progress. I did order a slightly thinner rubber to try on the cylinder, so I'm crossing my fingers that it will work well on the camera.

Thank you for taking a few minutes from your day to read about an odd and unusual camera that hopefully will be as rewarding in the images it creates as it is frustrating to get it back in good working order.

Until next week, please be safe.

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