6. Panning and rotation test
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Arrange the steadycam on the stationary
lamp tripod horizontally to test the dropping
movement.
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If the slide drops too quickly, correct the
number of weights on the weight block.
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If the slide drops too slowly, correct the
length of the steadycam and/or the centre
of gravity of the unit of handle, support and
spring arm receptacle:
Changing the lengths of the steadycam:
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For this purpose loosen the fastening
screw for the support length.
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Move the rod approx. 1.3 cm towards
the weight block.
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Tighten the fastening screw for the
support length.
Changing the centre of gravity of the unit
of handle, steadycam and spring arm
receptacle:
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For this purpose loosen the fastening
screw.
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Correct the centre of gravity of the unit
of handle, steadycam and spring arm
receptacle or the weight unit.
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Tighten the fastening screw.
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Repeat the dropping test.
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NOTE
The dropping time of the camera slide must be between 2 and 3 seconds;
the slide should not rotate.
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You may need to repeat some of these steps, until the system is perfectly
balanced.
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Arrange the camera slide vertically to be able to conduct the panning test.
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If the slide is not arranged 100% vertically, you may have to execute some
of the steps several times.
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