Zephyr ION Owner's Manual

ContentsOperating Manualp/n LIT-807000

10Attaching the CameraAttaching the camera to the sledWe attach the camera to the sled via a dovetail plate. With the Zephyr™ stabilizer, this plate h

11Mounting the camera on the sled:• Place the camera above the camera mounting platform. Be sure the locking knob is loose. Angle the right edge of th

12BalancingBalancing the sledThe Steadicam® Zephyr™ stabilizing system works, in part, by the careful balancing of components (camera, monitor, access

13• With one hand rmly holding the camera or the center post, open the gimbal clamp. Remember to always keep the post horizontal when the gimbal clam

14The VestThe vest Shoulder padChest padAdjustable sparAdjustable velcro® strapsChest connectorsShoulder connectorSocket blockHip padSocket block heig

15Please read the vest instructions completely before you try to put the vest on. It is very helpful to have a friend help you the rst time you put o

16The armSteel springsLift adjustment knobThe ArmArm postDouble action hingeRod endsSocket Socket quick release pinUpper arm sectionLift adjustment kn

17in-and-out: count threads hereGoofy footIf you want to operate “goofy-foot,” – with the sled on the right side – you will need to reverse the socket

18Picking Up the SledUndocking, setting your threads, and docking the sledWith the vest on and the arm attached to the vest, undock the rig:• Face the

19• If the sled wants to move away from you, loosen the bottom in-out screw and dial in the upper screw a few turns. Snug up the lower screw and re-te

2STEADICAM® ZEPHYR™Operating ManualThe Tiffen Company90 Oser AvenueHauppauge, New York 11788631 273-2500800 645-2522631 273-2557 faxwww.steadicam.com

20Adjusting the LiftAdjusting the arm• With the vest on, attach the arm and undock the rig as before.• Stand with the sled off your left hip, with the

21CAUTION: IF YOU REST YOUR RIGHT HAND ON THE CONNECTING ARM, KEEP YOUR FINGERS OUT OF THE SPACE BETWEEN THE ELBOW AND THE ARTICULATING ARM. A SUDDEN

22Basic OperatingHand gripsThe two-handed technique was invented by Garrett Brown while working on The Shining, and it has been the preferred method o

23Basic movementTry moving around and get used to the way it feels. Pay attention to how your movements and posture affect the sled. Relax your muscle

24Dynamic Balancing the Steadicam® SledA sled is in dynamic balance when the center post remains vertical as the sled is panned (and this is critical)

25Looking good!Spinning a bit wobbly.We put the rig in dynamic balance by rst choosing the monitor position and then placing the camera close to its

26Conguring the sled for low mode In order to congure the sled for low mode operating, you must: • Flip the monitor and the camera upside-down. • At

27Tip: Many video cameras – or video cameras with lm lens adaptors – do not have a proper way to mount a dovetail above the camera. We suggest you us

28Accessory for lightweight cameras When using very lightweight cameras, it’s often better to add weight to the camera or stage, so that the gimbal po

29HD VIDEOBNC12/24V POWER3-PIN LEMOEGG-0B-303PIN-1 = GNDPIN-2 = +12VPIN-3 = +24VTALLY IN/OUT8-PIN HIROSEHR212-10R-8SDPIN-1 = GNDPIN-2 = RESERVEDPIN-3

3Table of ContentsOverview 4The Zephyr™ Sled 6Getting Started 8Attaching the Camera 10Balancing 12The Vest 14The Arm 16Setting Your Threads 17P

30BatteriesPowerCube™ battery FFR-000035IDX VL-4S battery charger FFR-000008IDX VL-2SPlus battery charger FFR-000005PowerCube™ battery hard case

31Cases & packingWhen repacking the sled into the case, make sure the gear gets wiped down and not put away wet. Remove the batteries. Don’t leave

32The Tiffen Company, 90 Oser Avenue, Hauppauge, NY 11788 • 631-273-2500 • 1-800-645-2522 • www.tiffen.comTiffen Steadicam® Operations, Glendale, CA

4OverviewThe Tiffen Company takes great pride in producing the world’s best stabilizers. The Zephyr™ stabilizer continues our tradition of excellence

5All “12 volt” monitor and power connector ports are supplied via unregulated battery voltage, typically 11 to 17 volts.Included in the base package:

6Camera mounting platformDovetail lockThe Zephyr™ sledThe Zephyr™ SledFore-aft adjustment knobStage connectorsPostPost clampSide to sideadjustment kno

7Gimbal handle Battery mountGimbalRegistration pin for monitor rodRegistration pin for battery rod1/4-20 threads for mounting accessory weightsHD BNC

8Getting StartedPrepare the stand and docking bracketSet up the stand and docking bracket:Prepare the sled for the camera• Set up your stand at about

9Adjust the battery position and attach the batteries:• Attach the battery onto the battery mount. Be sure the safety catch is engaged.Dock the sled i