FLYCAM VISTA– I STABILIZATION SYSTEM 10
BALANCING THE VERTICAL AXIS
The sled should be tied up to the docking adapter of your stand or similar so that you can start
the fore & aft balancing adjustments by centering the camcorder over the central post. To do
this,
Look at the FLYCAM C5 from the side. If the camcorder lens is tipped up or down, move
the camcorder forward or backwards until the center of balance is situated over the central
post.
Then, look at the FLYCAM C5 from the front. If the post is not vertical, adjust the bottom
plate until the center post is vertical.
You can also adjust the weight cups closer to & further away from the sled as per the re-
quirement till the post is straight up and down.
The stability of the FLYCAM C5 depends on it being slightly bottom heavy. If it is top heavy,
it will tilt more. If bottom heavy, it will be sluggish and hard to aim
Slightly bottom heavy, it will be both stable and easier to control.
CHECK THE VERTICAL BALANCE BY USING THIS DROP TIME TEST:
A DROP TIME OF 2 - 2.5 SECONDS IS PREFERRED.
Note:
Recheck the balance by looking at the sled. If necessary, use the side screws and the
bottom plate screws to make required adjustments.
CUSTOM FITTING YOUR DV VEST
Having put your vest on, insert the hooks of the 26’’ long
straps into the appropriate aluminum buckle.
Tighten both straps with Velcro for a comfortable fit and lock
both with the aluminum buckles.
Make sure that everything is tight and position yourself behind the stand.
Grasp the center post near the base and move the center post from vertical to horizontal.
Hold it there. Be sure that it will not hit the stand when you drop the center post and put
your free hand to catch the center post when it drops.
Count how many seconds it will take to fall to vertical. Try using a stopwatch.
If the drop time is less than 2 seconds, it is too bottom heavy. You need to move the
bottom mass closer to the post.
If the drop time is more than two seconds, it is top heavy.
