FLYCAM VISTA– I STABILIZATION SYSTEM 12
MAINTENANCE
Bearing Maintenance
– The Main Bearing on your FLYCAM C5 is attached to the Central Post
about two inches down from the top. It is metal and partially enclosed by the Bearing
Assembly. The Vista Arm also contains the bearings. If after some period of time your bearings
don’t turn smoothly as when new, you can oil it lightly with light lubricating oil. We recommend
that you use a minimum amount. Only a few drops are required, plus anything more than a
little will end up dripping from the bearing and onto the rest of your Vista Arm & FLYCAM C5
Light lubricating oil can also be used if needed on the Yoke and Handle Bearings. Be sure to
keep the oil away from your Camera, and clean up any over spill when done.
Cleaning
– Do not use solvents or harsh cleaners of any kind on your Vista Arm, DV Vest 7900A
& FLYCAM C5. If the unit becomes dirty, use only a cloth or sponge with water and a very mild
detergent to gently rub the unit clean. Rinse well.
Storage
– If you are going to store your Vista Kit for a long period of time then please
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tore the
unit up right in a dry or low to normal humidity area whenever possible. If you are unable to
find an environment like this, then we suggest you store the unit in an airtight plastic container
or bag. Standing the unit upright helps to alleviate stress on the system.
PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT SHOOTING TIPS
Walking the Line-
This is an exercise designed to help you operate your FLYCAM C5 more
accurately and easily. Using masking tape, or gaffer’s tape, create a cross mark on a flat and
even wall. This cross mark will be used for framing purposes.
Now on the floor leading up to the cross mark, tape a straight line, about 10-20 feet long.
The purpose of this exercise is to walk the line that you have taped on the floor, while keeping
the cross mark centered in the LCD monitor. Practicing this exercise will teach you how to
frame a shoot with precision.
BALANCING REVIEW
Proper system balance can only be achieved once your camera is set up with the appropriate
accessories ready for shooting. This means batteries, lenses, media cards, LCD viewfinder/
monitor, quick release plate, on-cam lights, and all the gear you will use for your recording ses-
sion.
Remove the top plate of the FLYCAM and line up your camera so that its center of gravity is
as close to the center of the plate as possible (basically hold the camera in your hand until it
feels balanced both left and right as well as forward and back).
Find the hole in the plate that is as close to the threaded tripod mount on your camera as
possible (while you are still holding your camera's center of gravity to the center of the
plate). Attach your camera (or quick release mounts if you have one). Tighten it down so it
won't accidentally rotate.
