NEWTON S
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SYSTEM OPERATION MANUAL
3 Setup
3.1
UNBOXING AND ATTACHING
The Newton S and the Newton C1 controller are delivered packed into hard-cases with shape fitting
foam. In the Newton S hard-case, the top layer has space for cables and accessories while the Newton
S itself is placed in the second layer. It is recommended to use the hard case for storage and transport
to reduce the risk of damage to the head or controller.
Unbox the Newton S by pulling it straight up and place it on a stable surface such as a table, or
directly attach it to the platform it will be used with, such as the rail or wire dolly. Make sure it is
properly and securely attached so it cannot fall over. The generic mount can be used for mounting a
camera to the head and has two parts, the camera cradle (point 18) and the camera dovetail (point 19).
When delivered, the generic mount is not attached to the remote head. If using the generic mount,
attach the camera cradle by engaging the cradle release clamp and then sliding the cradle straight down
until attached. Release the clamp and verify that the clamp cannot be moved.
The Newton C1 controller is also unboxed in the same way by pulling it straight up out of the foam.
3.2
ATTACHING CAMERA
The camera can be attached either by using the included generic mount or by using a Newton camera
cage, which is sold separately. Using the cage provides a more stiff mounting of the camera, attachment
points for accessories and reduces the se tup time when removing and reattaching the same camera
package. For instructions on how to assemble and attach the camera cage, see the documentation
included with the cage.
To attach a camera using the generic mount, use the following procedure:
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Figure 3.1: Attaching camera
1. Remove the dovetail from the cradle
1.1 Release the front-back lock clamp (point 21)
1.2 Pull down the adjustment pin
2. Attach the camera to the dovetail with two or more screws
3. Reattach the dovetail to the cradle
3.1 Pull down the adjustment pin
3.2 Slide the dovetail into the base, position it at approximate front-back balance.
3.3 Lock the front-back lock clamp (point 21)
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