Slide Kamera S-980 STANDARD User manual

User Manual
Slide Kamera S-980 BASIC
Slide Kamera S-980 / S-1500 STANDARD
Slide Kamera S-980 / S-1500 PRO
Slide Kamera S series
BASIC, STANDARD, PRO
Pdf version of the manual available for download: www.slidekamera.eu
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Before you start your work with Slide Kamera S series device we strongly recommend to read the manual carrefully.
Please note that using the device in a manner inconsistent with the manual can cause damage or malfunction
the manufacturer is not responsible for.
Please Note: It is forbidden to remove and reinstall the cart. All attempts to do so may cause damage to the rollers,
the manufacturer is not responsible for. Before the first use remove the adhesive tape securing the rollers during
transport.
Photos of the products may slightly differ from the actual product due to constant modifications and improvements
introduced by the manufacturer.
Table of contents
1. Slide Kamera S series components....................................................................................................................2
1.1. Cart.................................................................................................................................................................3
1.2. Side feet .........................................................................................................................................................3
1.3. Rail and AF-8 port ...........................................................................................................................................4
2. Mounting accessories to the device....................................................................................................................4
2.1. Mounting camera head with the use of AKC-3 Slide Kamera adapter/ Manfrotto MN577...................................4
2.2. Mounting AKC-3 Slide Kamera Adapter / Manfrotto MN577 to the AF-8 lower port............................................5
2.2.1. Example of mounting Slide Kamera device to HGO-2 rotational head...........................................................6
2.2.2. Example of mounting Slide Kamera device to HST-2 tripod..........................................................................6
3. Transport............................................................................................................................................................6
4. Maintenance and operation................................................................................................................................7
5. Terms of warranty...............................................................................................................................................7
Slide Kamera ®
High Engineering Technology CNC s.c.
Sebastian Pawelec Karol Mikulski
Glina 45
82-522 Sadlinki
Vat Identification Number: 581-188-33-32
Slide Kamera Office
80-175 Gdańsk (Poland)
Ul. Kartuska 386
tel./fax [phone]
e-mail: [email protected] / [email protected]
www.slidekamera.pl / www.slidekamera.eu
In case of damage during transport you are required to submit:
Rproof of purchase
Rprotective styrofoam inserts included in the set in case of new product delivery
If you fail to comply with the abovementioned conditions, the manufacturer reserves the right
to refuse the complaint.
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Slide Kamera S series is a semi-professional equipment perfect for smooth shots during the camera movement.
Suitable for light cameras (3-3,5 kg) and photo cameras. Specially designed cart that moves along the rail carries
the camera and leads with the object that is being filmed.
1. Slide Kamera S series components
Slide Kamera S Series set consists of:
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Rset of styrofoam inserts to protect during transport
Rrail (length depends on the model)
RAF-8 port/s (the amount of ports depends on the model) and 5 mm Allen wrench
Rcart with 3/8 " threaded hole
R1/4" threaded screw - AF-11SL reduction 1/4"-3/8 " mandrel (screwed into the cart )
R 3/8 " threaded screw - AF-12SL reduction 3/8" mandrel (screwed into the AF-8 lower port)
R standstill brake (included in STANDARD, PRO model )
Rside feet - 2 pcs (feet model depends on the Slide Kamera model)
user manual
Model
Length of the rail
Amount of AF-8
Slide Feet Type
Brake
S-980 BASIC
980 mm
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BASIC
S-980 STANDARD
980 mm
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STANDARD
Included
S-980 PRO
980 mm
1
PRO
Included
S-1500 STANDARD
1500 mm
3
STANDARD
Included
S-1500 PRO
1500 mm
3
PRO
Included
Slide Kamera product properly secured for transport.
Slide Kamera S-980 PRO
Rail [1]
AF- 8 port [2]
Cart with a 3/8" threaded hole [3]
AF-11SL reduction 1/4"-3/8" mandrel [4]
AF-12SL reduction 3/8" mandrel [5]
Standstill brake [6]
AF-3-S PRO side feet [7]
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Rail [1]
AF-8 port [2]
Cart with a 3/8" threaded hole [3]
AF-11SL reduction 1/4"-3/8" mandrel [4]
AF-12SL reduction 3/8" mandrel [5]
Standstill brake [6]
AF-9 STANDARD side feet [7]
Rail [1]
AF- 8 port [2]
Cart with a 3/8" threaded hole [3]
AF-11SL reduction 1/4"-3/8" mandrel [4]
AF-12SL reduction 3/8" mandrel [5]
BASIC side feet [6]
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1.1. The Cart
The cart was designed basing on high quality components, what guarantees excellent smoothness and stability
of motion. The 3/8 " hole [1 ]built-in in the cart plate allows to mount devices with either 1/4" or 3/8 " thread on the cart
with the use of a proper reduction:
RAF-12SL reduction 3/8 " mandrel with a cross-cut for a flat wrench [2]
RAF-11SL reduction 1/4 "- 3/8" mandrel with a cross-cut for a flat wrench [3]
In addition, there are 8 M4 holes [4] (AKC-3 adapter hole spacing or an adapter such as Manfrotto MN577).
Six bearinged rollers [5] move along a specially designed aluminum rail.
It is possible to mount additional accessories to the cart, such as standstill brake [6] or electric drive. In selected
Slide Kamera S series models standstill brake is included in the set.
1.2. Side feet
Rail of our device is equipped with side feet, which allow to set the Slide Kamera in stable position.The type of feet
depends on the model, however all types of feet are compatible with any Slide Kamera S series models.
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3/8" threaded hole [1]
AF-12SL reduction 3/8" mandrel with a cross-cut
for a flat wrench [2]
AF-11SL reduction 1/4"-3/8" mandrel
with a cross-cut for a flat wrench [3]
M4 hole [4]
Roller [5]
Standstill brake [6]
1/4" threaded holes for mounting accessories such as articulated arm [7]
1/4" threaded holes for mounting standstill brake or electric drive [8]
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AF-1 side feet as well as PRO feet are equipped with 3/8'' threaded hole that allows to mount the Slide Kamera on
two tripods, what considerably increases stability of the support.
1.3. Rail and AF-8 port
Rail is equipped with AF-8 port (mounting plate) [1], which allows to mount the Slide Kamera directly on the tripod or
camera head. There is a 1/4'' [2], and 3/8'' [3] threaded hole in the plate. Amount of mounting plates depends on
Slide Kamera model you select.
2. Mounting accessories to the device
2.1 Mounting camera head using Slide Kamera AKC-3 Adapter / Manfrotto MN577
Remove the 3/8" threaded screw - AF-12SL reduction 3/8" mandrel with a cross-cut for a flat wrench and 1/4"
threaded screw - AF-11SL reduction 1/4"-3/8" mandrel. Release the clamps and slide the AK-101 sliding plate out
of the AKC-3 adapter.
Screw in the base of AKC-3 adapter or Manfrotto Mn577 adapter
to the plate of the cart using the shorter M4 screws (3mm Allen wrench).
There are eight M4 holes on the plate of the cart, what enables
mounting the adapter in two positions (parallel and perpendicular
to the cart )
Remove the screws : 2 x M8 [1] with square nuts from Slide Kamera AK-101 sliding plate and:
R1/4" photographic screw [2] in the case of mounting the head equipped with 3/8" hole
R3/8" photographic screw [3] in the case of mounting the head
equipped with 1/4" hole
Rgrub screw locking 1/4" and 3/8" screws [4]
1/4" and 3/8" photographic screws are locked with a grub screw (for 2,5 mm
Allen wrench) placed on the side of the AK-101 sliding plate.
AF-13 BASIC side feet AF-9 STANDARD adjustable feet AF-3-S PRO adjustable feet
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Screw in Slide Kamera AK-101 sliding plate to the camera head equipped with 1/4" or 3/8" threaded hole using
a suitable photographic screw for camera heads (1/4" or 3/8").
Slide the head into the adapter base.
Lock the clamping knobs of the adapter.
Mounting Slide Kamera AKC-3 adapter or Manfrotto MN577 adapter on the cart allows to change the accesories
used in photo-video productions in a vary fast and easy way.
2.2. Mounting Slide Kamera AKC-3 Adapter / Manfrotto MN577 to the AF-8 lower port
Mounting AKC-3 Slide Kamera adapter or Manfrotto MN577 adapter to the AF-8 lower port allows to quickly
dismount the device from the accessory such as tripod, rotational head or any other.
Slide out the AK-101 sliding plate from the AKC-3 adapter, remove all screws except for the 3/8'' and 1/4''
photographic screws and the grub screw that locks them.
Mount Slide Kamera AK-101 sliding plate to the AF-8 lower port using 3/8'' and 1/4'' photographic screws.
Slide Kamera products are specially designed to allow to mount various accessories in a variety of combinations.
Our solutions provide great configuration possibilities and universality of products.
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2.2.1. Example of mounting Slide Kamera to the HGO-2 rotational head
Remove AF-12LG reduction screwed into the 3/8" central hole of the rotational head. Mount
Slide Kamera AKC-3 adapter base to the rotational head disc using short M4 screws (supplied
with Slide Kamera AKC-3 adapter).
Slide the AK-101 sliding plate into the AKC-3 adapter base thus connecting Slide Kamera device to HGO-2
rotational head. Lock the clamping knobs of the adapter.
2.2.2. Example of mounting Slide Kamera to the HST-2 tripod
Mount Slide Kamera AKC-3 adapter base to Slide Kamera HST-2 tripod socket using for instance Manfrotto 75mm
520 BALLSH half ball or Slide Kamera HSZ-2 quick mounting screw. Slide the AK-101 sliding plate into the AKC-3
adapter base thus connecting Slide Kamera with HST-2 tripod. Lock the clamping knobs of the adapter.
3. Transport
Slide Kamera S series is a very precise device allowing to obtain excellent visual effects, however some of the
elements of our device are susceptible to damage. These are the rails, which are in direct contact with the rollers
and the rollers themselves. Even the smallest damage (hitting, scratching) can cause performance deterioration of
the device. During transportation it is crucial to secure the abovementioned elements in the most efffective way. It is
recommended to transport Slide Kamera device in, for example: Slide Kamera PSK cover designed to transport
Slide Kamera devices with accessories, or in any way so that the rails and rollers are protected against damage.
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4. Maintenance and operation
RBy maintenance we understand cleaning the device and periodically checking the clearance between
the rail and the rollers of the cart
RUse a soft cloth to clean. Never use abrasive or caustic products, which could cause the damage
of the protective coatings
RTo remove any impurities, you can use compressed air
RDo not lubricate the rollers, or rails along which the rollers move
RTo clean the center roller, you can use ear stick with cotton bud
RIn case of an excessive clearance of the cart please contact Slide Kamera service
RDo not leave the device in the sun because the grease may flow out from the roller bearings what can lead
to a serious damage.
RAny changes in the design and repairs are made only and exclusively by the manufacturer
RFailure to comply with the recommended guidelines outlined in this manual will result in loss of warranty.
RYou can find the list of service centres on the manufacturer's website: www.slidekamera.pl/
www.slidekamera.eu
5. Terms of warranty
All Slide Kamera products are covered manufacturer's warranty for a period of 12 months from the date of sale.
Warranty covers any design faults or of the material of the product which resulted in the product malfunctioning.The
warranty covers the repair, or, if the repair proves impossible, replacement of the product with a new one.
Hovewer, the cost of repair of the product cannot overrun the catalogue value of the product.
The warranty does not cover damage and / or product defects resulting from the improper usage, as well as not
following product maintenance specifications.
The warranty excludes:
Runauthorized attempts to repair or modify
Rmechanical damage caused during transport and operation of such features,
scratches, dents, pits, dirt, etc ...
Rflooding, moisture
To obtain warranty service the purchaser should deliver the damaged product together with a proof of purchase
and proof of payment (invoice, cash register receipt). The product will be accepted for warranty service on
condition that it will be delivered with correctly filled in complaint form and properly protected during transport.
You can download the complaint form from: www.slidekamera.pl / www.slidekamera.eu.
After the warranty period is exceeded any spare parts can be purchased directly from the manufacturer or in any
selected points of sale.
The manufacturer runs also a post warranty service: HET-CNC s.c., 80-175 Gdańsk (Poland), Ul. Kartuska 386
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