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NOTE:
When adding weight in the cups, use the
supplied foam spacers as silencers to prevent
metal to metal washer noise.
Horizontal adjustment
on the base platform is
made by loosening the retaining screws and
moving the mounted cups closer to or further
away from the stalk and then retightening. You
will probably need to adjust and re adjust the
horizontal position to achieve optimum
performance/ personal preference.
Adding Weight Sand Positioning for Proper Balance
Continuing the assembly and balance requirements to make your FLYCAM DSLR Nano fully functional you
will note that the base platform has a provision to mount the balance weights in their cups via a slot found
on both sides of the post.
The purpose of the counter weight system is to match the low end of the stabilizer to the weight of the
camera and accessories at the high/top end with the gimbaled handle as the pivot point in between. The
heavier the camera and accessories, the more weights are required to achieve proper balance. Generally as
you add weight to one side of the central post, an equal amount has to be added to the other side to
maintain horizontal balance. However if you are using an offset configuration such as a flip out viewfinder or
off center accessories, extra weights might be needed on the opposite side of the post to counter act and
maintain proper balance.
Total weight fixed to the base platform should be equal to the weight of your camera plus the head and any
accessories.
Balancing Your Flycam Handled Stabilizer
Vertical stalk Adjustment
The up and down (vertical) position of the
telescopic central post is adjusted by loosening
the control located at the base, raising or
lowering the stalk to the desired location and
then
retightening
the
vertical
control.
Do not over
-
tighten this control.
Before beginning the balancing process check the following
•
Camera is securely attached to head plate.
•
Lens cap has been removed and secured.
•
Telescoping clamp has been tightened.
•
Weight discs are added successfully.
•
All screws are tightened securely.
•
Battery, all accessories and cables should be secured.
