Tiffen Steadicam M-2, System Manual, Page: 30 / 54

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olt integration into the new M-2 gimbal differs from an installation on an M-1 gimbal in two practical
ways: the pan encoder is now internal, and the trunnion pulley has a different mechanism (similar to
previous “upgrade kits” for U2/Archer/PRO gimbals.) Let’s take a look at how installing the Volt onto an M-2
would be different, with all the other install steps in the Volt manual remaining the same.
NOTE: For more information on the Volt system use and installation, refer to the Volt manual, LIT-817001.
The gimbal remains on the post,
and the trunnion screws remain in
place. Use the Blue Whale tool to
remove both side covers.
Replace the cover with a thread
adapter over the trunnion screw,
on the side of the gimbal where
you’ll mount the motor assembly.
The trunnion pulley threads
onto the opposite side, no
thread adapter necessary. Use
the supplied Blue Whale tool to
tighten the pulley in place.
Remove the tiny hex screws from the cover in the
gimbal housing, and install the pan encoder in its
place with the cable side up. Reuse the same two
screws to fasten it.
Route the encoder cable over the Volt body, to the
side of the gimbal, and connect at the Encoder port.
M-2 Volt compared to M-1 Volt