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Congratulations on your new Easyrig Vario 5!

 

The Easyrig vario 5 has an adjustable weight range from 5-17kg (11-38 lbs). 

By turning the adjustment screw located on the back, you can easily 

change the tension / power of the line.

The Easyrig vario 5 gives you the same advantages as our other Easyrig 

models with the added benefit of being able to adjust the line tension to 

adapt to many different cameras and configurations. The Easyrig vario 5 

still delivers the same steady hand held shots while relieving you back, 

neck and shoulders. The load is redistributed to the hips allowing you to 

shoot hand held in comfort for hours. 

The Easyrig vario 5 will be your best tool when it comes to hand-held 

shooting for Movies, Commercials, Television and any other situation 

where stability and freedom of movement are crucial.

The Easyrig vario 5 is manufactured in Sweden and is built to the highest 

standards. The Easyrig vario 5 is ergonomically designed and field tested 

to achieve maximum results.

To get the most out of your Easyrig vario 5, please read this user manual 

carefully.

Thank you for your investment in the Easyrig vario 5.

Good Luck!

 

Johan Hellsten

Cameraman and 

Inventer of Easyrig

Summary of Contents for vario 5

Page 1: ...User Manual Setup and Adjustment ...

Page 2: ...ble arm 130 5 5 kg 12 Ibs Height mounted 97 114 cm 38 45 in Height folded 60 cm 24 in Suspension line fully stretched 90 cm 35 in Load range 5 17 kg 11 38 Ibs Designed and made in Sweden www easyrig com Support arm Camera hook Suspension line 1 4 in screw holder Model of Easyrig Top Screw Cover Bottom Screw Inside the cover Adjustment screws for height of support bar Side support adjustment Serial...

Page 3: ...ile relieving you back neck and shoulders The load is redistributed to the hips allowing you to shoot hand held in comfort for hours The Easyrig vario 5 will be your best tool when it comes to hand held shooting for Movies Commercials Television and any other situation where stability and freedom of movement are crucial The Easyrig vario 5 is manufactured in Sweden and is built to the highest stan...

Page 4: ...yrig They prevent it from tilting When attaching the hook onto the camera you might find it easier to set the camera on a table or a bench first Try and find the balancing point of the camera then secure the hook at that point on the handle and tighten the lock on the camera hook Don t forget to fasten the safety line between the camera handle and the vest Shooting from the Hip The Easyrig vario 5...

Page 5: ...y sitting on ground attach the camera to the hook Check to make sure the camera is supported properly If the tension is incorrect to support your camera weight continue to step 4a If the tension is correct to support your camera weight continue to step 6 Fig 4 Locate the adjustment Allen key 6mm tool behind the Easyrig vario 5 cover and pull it out 1 2 4a 5 Getting started with the Easyrig Vario 5...

Page 6: ...ghty tighty lefty loosy Fig 5 Check again to make sure your camera is supported properly Repeat step 4b if necessary Fig 6 Put on your Easyrig vario 5 vest Adjust the waist belt snugly to ensure the weight sits firmly on your hips Then set the other vest adjustments to make sure your Easyrig vario 5 is comfortable and and gives you the proper amount of support Fig 7 Attach your camera to the Easyr...

Page 7: ...r Easyrig vario 5 Locate the two cover screws and unscrew them with the 6mm Allen key to remove the cover Fig 11 Using the same 6mm Allen key locate and loosen the four adjustment screws on the Easyrig vario 5 mechanism Fig 9 Leave a gap of approximately 2 15 cm 1 6 inches between the top of the camera hook and the support arm If there is a need for adjustment continue to step 10 or 12b If everyth...

Page 8: ...ews Fig 12B If more adjustments is required you can also change the position of the 20 mm tube inside the support arm at it s base under the bellows Fig 14 By twisting the side support arm you can shorten or lenghten them to adjustthe amount of weight on your hips This will fine tune your Easyrig vario 5 vest to a comfortable position Fig 13 The Easyrig vario 5 support arm is now in the correct po...

Page 9: ...o tight Fig 16 Attach the safety line between your vest and your camera Fasten one end to the loop on the left shoulder pad of the Easyrig vario 5 vest and the other through your camera handle Your Easyrig vario 5 is now ready to be used 15 16 6 8 4 10 12 14 16 18 kg kg 13 9 17 22 26 30 35 40 lbs lbs 850 N ...

Page 10: ...ull the top of the Easyrig vario 5 down and could cause you to lose control of the camera If you fall into water while wearing the Easyrig vario 5 it s important to get the equipment off quickly Just release the waist chest and shoulder strap buckles Then slide the shoulder straps over and off of your arms Be especially careful when filming in rugged terrain Make sure to wear appropriate comfortab...

Page 11: ...belt and fasten the buckle at the back of the hip belt This will prevent the suspension line from wearing If your Easyrig vario 5 will be inactive for more than a couple of months make sure to store it standing up This will keep the shock absorber gasket from drying out Easyrig is an effective ergonomic relief aid for back and shoulders intended for TV cameramen working with hand held cameras A co...

Page 12: ...ng the basis of for rejection and with transportation charges paid by the purchaser C That such defects exist and have not been caused by abuse misuse neglect improper installation or assembly repair alteration or accident In no event shall Manufacturer be liable for collateral or consequential damages of any nature This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied Easyrig vari...

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