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2.  Next, remove the rubber shoe from the end of the monopod section of the FlowPod (the rubber 

shoe may seem difficult to remove, but it will come off with a little twisting and effort).  Unscrew the 
aluminum foot adapter from the top extension cylinder and slide on the rubber shoe. 

 
3. Mount the camcorder and X-Y assembly inside the Low-Flow frame on the bottom half, which is 

distinguished by its smaller hole.  The threaded mounting post on the base of the X-Y plate fits 
through this hole so that you can screw the threaded aluminum foot adapter all the way on until it 
secures the X-Y plate to the frame. 

 
4.  Secure the Low-Flow frame to your FlowPod using the supplied wing-head thumbscrew (3/8”-16) 

and lock washer.  The attachment screw will fit through the larger hole at the top of the frame and 
screw into the bottom of the monopod section of the FlowPod.  We recommend leaving the 
monopod collapsed when setting up and operating the Low Flow kit (as pictured at right). 

 
5.  You should screw the extension cylinder into the spot previously occupied by the X-Y plate (on top 

of the C-handle).  Add weights and/or a monitor to help balance the unit top to bottom and 
improve functionality.  It isn’t absolutely necessary to add the weights, but you may find it 
beneficial. 

     

LOW-FLOW MODE - OPERATION 

 
1.  You can operate the Low-Flow unit with the handle locked in place, 

but you may determine that the freely rotating handle suits you 
better.  You will achieve smoother shots if you do not extend the 
monopod.  It may also be beneficial to add weight to the top 
extension cylinder, but it will require some practice to determine 
what works best for you. 

 
2.  Once you have fully assembled and adjusted the Low-Flow unit to 

your needs, exercise caution while walking along with it to make 
sure you don’t strike the ground, other objects, or your feet.  You 
can achieve smooth, low-level shots in this configuration and you 
may find creative new ways to implement this feature, but as 
always, rely on common sense to prevent unforeseen problems. 

 
 

Special Note:  If at some point you don’t need the 
monopod feature and want to use the FlowPod as a 
standalone stabilizer, just unscrew the monopod 
section from the main unit (counter-clockwise from the 
bottom) and remove it (pictured at left).  This may be 
especially useful if you are using a very small camera 
that does not need much counterweight. 

 

Also Available: Upgrade to a vest and arm 

support system by adding the DV Sportster 

(

pictured at right

) or Navigator to your 

FlowPod 

 

The VZ-FP has a 2-year factory warranty.  Please 

retain your sales receipt for warranty verification. 

www.varizoom.com

 / 512-219-7722. 

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Страница 1: ...FlowPod Stabilizer MonoPod Low Mode ...

Страница 2: ...or trip yourself Do not overload the FlowPod or lean on it like a walking cane Do not over tighten the grip gimbal assembly or damage may result It may take a little while to learn how to use the FlowPod properly so please read the instructions thoroughly before attempting to use it As packed the unit is configured for basic stabilizer mode and you will have to complete a few steps before you will...

Страница 3: ...e gimbal and the wide range of available motion Also note that the knob below the grip may strike the C handle if the grip is released Although this will not cause any mechanical damage the knob could scratch the body so be advised 3 Now that the grip is free you can begin balancing In order to balance the unit properly you need to have the camera set up exactly as it will be used For example you ...

Страница 4: ...add another weight and retest If the FlowPod swings down too fast you should remove weights or slide them upward as necessary Vertical Balance should be fine tuned until the FlowPod stays completely vertical when you move it around without any significant swaying so your drop time may vary slightly depending on how you fine tune NOTES With some very small cameras you may need to add a weight above...

Страница 5: ...nd shooting at the widest angle possible and you may find that a wide angle lens adapter adds to the overall effect You will also probably want to shoot at a fixed focus point manual focus to prevent the hunting effect caused by autofocus constantly adjusting on a mobile camera MONOPOD MODE 1 To use the FlowPod in monopod mode you should lock the handle in place and tighten the brake 2 To extend t...

Страница 6: ...y to add the weights but you may find it beneficial LOW FLOW MODE OPERATION 1 You can operate the Low Flow unit with the handle locked in place but you may determine that the freely rotating handle suits you better You will achieve smoother shots if you do not extend the monopod It may also be beneficial to add weight to the top extension cylinder but it will require some practice to determine wha...

Страница 7: ...d adjust the X Y assembly so the camera becomes level horizontal balance For vertical balancing the FPB is a good place to attach and adjust your weights You can do the drop test from the FPB but the range of motion will be limited and you should exercise caution so neither FlowPod nor camera strike the table For final testing you ll need to be holding the FlowPod to check the side to side stabili...

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