Penneys P-1 Super 8

Appears to be a Penneys-branded variant of the Zenomatic Z-20.

 

I bought this for cheap in hopes of experimenting with super 8 cinematography, however after a few hours of farting around with it I still can't get it to power up (I would think the motor should still spin without a film cartridge inserted).

 

If I can't get this working then Super 8 will hold off for a bit, I'd rather get the Big Swinger 3000 up and running again.

 

EDIT: So, now that it works, here are specs, per the Super 8 Database:

marketed in 196?

silent super 8 cartridge

lens: Sankyo Zoom f: 1.8 \ F: 8.5-35 mm

zooming ratio: 4.1x

focusing: manual

zooming: auto and manual

viewfinder: single-lens reflex with adjustable eyepiece

exposure: auto and manual exposure control; TTL EE, CdS cell

film speed: auto for 25/40 and 100/160 ASA only (daylight/tungsten)

CCA filter: built-in 85A filter, coupled with movie light socket

filming speed: 18 fps

shutter opening angle: <180 degrees

sound: no

remote control socket: yes

cable release socket: yes

movie light socket: screw type

film counter: yes

handle: retractable, chamber for penlight batteries

battery check button: yes

power source: 4 x AA batteries only

tripod socket: 1/4"

made in Japan by Sankyo

Done