WalimeXPro Aptaris User manual

“Aptaris” Professional
Cage & Rig System 2014 / 2015

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Content
The brand walimex pro 4
Premium quality “Made in Germany” 6
“Aptaris”: From cage to rig with just one system 8
“Aptaris” – Universal XL 10
“Aptaris” – Blackmagic Cinema 12
“Aptaris” – Blackmagic Pocket 13
“Aptaris” – Universal LWS Base Plate 14
“Aptaris” – Plate 15
“Aptaris” – CSC-Cages 16
“Aptaris” – GoPro Hero 17
“Aptaris” – Rod module 18
“Aptaris” – Handle module 19
“Aptaris” – Shoulder module 20
“Aptaris” – Accessories 21
“Aptaris” – Action-Sets 22

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The brand walimex pro

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It´s your chance to inspire
Our enthusiasm for lming and
photography is unbroken. Every day our
professionals work with our products in
video lming and shootings in our in-
house studio. This enables us to adapt
the walimex pro products optimally to
the requirements of our customers and
improve them accordingly. We therefore
do everything in our power to inspire with
our innovations, ideas and know-how.
Become inspired too!
walimex pro is a brand from
WALSER GmbH & Co. KG in Burgheim.
For us “Made in Germany” means
quality that meet highest demands and
well thought-out functionality. Precise
workmanship down to the smallest
detail and high-quality materials
are characteristic for our products.
Uncompromising quality assurance
thereby guarantees intensive control of
our product range. A two year warranty
underlines our commitment to quality.

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Premium quality “Made in Germany”

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Premium quality “Made in Germany”
Exceptional chances – uncompromising quality:
Grasp your chance and create moving
memories. With the “Made in Germany” video
accessories from walimex pro! For professionals,
enthusiasts and all those who have to rely on
their equipment. Always and everywhere.
The walimex pro “Aptaris” series
“Made in Germany”, developed in cooperation
with the German manufacturer SIX, convinces
with highest accuracy in workmanship and well
thought-out engineering. Designed with superior
quality materials, such as extremely light-weight
aircraft-grade aluminium and stainless steel.
This is what you feel with every use. Extreme
durability and longevity characterize this series.
Come and see for yourself!

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Premium quality “Made in Germany”
Handle module
“Aptaris”: From cage to rig with just one system
Universal and special cages
Rod module
Art No. 19872 Art No. 19900 Art No. 19742
Blackmagic Pocket, Art No. 19882Blackmagic Cinema, Art No. 20172Universal XL, Art No. 19884
GoPro, Art No. 19739Plate, Art No. 2014815 mm LWS Base plate, Art No. 20335
Art No. 20460
Sony NEX / A 6000, Art No. 19736
Nikon 1, Art No. 19737
Olympus OM-D E-M5, Art No. 19883
Universal, Art No. 19738

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Rod module
Shoulder module
Handles
Accessories
Art No. 19901
Art No. 20050
Art No. 20049
Art No. 19740
Art No. 20200
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Premium quality “Made in Germany”
“Aptaris” Universal XL
Fits most DSLRs and others
Tripod plate for Manfrottos 501 and rod module
CSC-cameras like Sony A7/ Panasonic GH4 DSLR-cameras like Canon 5D / Nikon D800
Camcoder like Sony NEX VG-900 Camcoder like Sony FS 700
With XXL-Adapter, Art. No. 20051
Film cameras like Canon C100 / C300 DSLR-cameras like Canon 1DC / Nikon D4s

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1x “Aptaris” Universal XL
1x Handle incl. L-angle
1x Cold shoe adapter
1x Quick-release plate
1x Angular Allen screwdriver
7x Screws
2x Stoppers
1x Fuse of the cold shoe
Art No. 19884
Set contains
walimex pro “Aptaris”
Universal XL ts from
small to big cameras, such
as e.g. Panasonic GH-4,
Canon 5D Mark III or Sony
Alpha 7 and 7R up to a
Sony FS 700. In short, for
all cameras whose ash
shoe and tripod thread are
positioned on one axis and
do not exceed or fall short
of the inside measurements
of the cage. For cameras
which are bigger as e.g. the
Canon C100 / 300 models
you can use the “Aptaris”
Universal XXL adapter.
Lots of 1/4“-20 threads
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Art No. 19884

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“Aptaris” Blackmagic Cinema Art No. 20172
Specially developed for the popular lm camera Blackmagic
Cinema 2.5 and 4 K, the system adapts to
100 % to your camera, giving you full access to the
camera. Thanks to the large number of 1/4”-20 and 3/8”
threads around the cage and the rods on top and bottom,
a vast amount of accessories, like e.g. microphones, follow
focus, etc. can be mounted, as desired.
1x “Aptaris” Cage for Blackmagic Cinema 2.5 and 4 K
1x Handle with mini-rail and L-angle
1x Cold shoe adapter
1x 250 mm rods
1x 200 mm rods, fastening screws, open end spanner
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Rods on top can be taken off Lots of 1/4“-20 and
3/8“ threads
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Rods on top and bottom
Exactly tting

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“Aptaris” Blackmagic Pocket Art No. 19882
Specially developed for the small Blackmagic Pocket
camera, this cage is extremely lightweight and access
to battery compartment, memory card etc. is ensured in
any case. Accessories can be mounted to a lot of 1/4“-20
threads on top and on the left side of the cage.
1x “Aptaris” cage for Blackmagic Pocket
1x Handle with mini-rail and L-angle
1x Cold shoe adapter
6x Screws
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Exactly tting
Everything accessible
Flexible usage
Light-weight built
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“Aptaris” Universal LWS Base Plate Art No. 20335
The height adjustable 15 mm Universal LWS Base
Plate works with nearly all cameras. The lens height
is adjusted with special spacer rods (24, 35, 46 mm).
Articulating arms can be mounted via 3x 1/4“-20
threads on the front and back each.
1x Baseplate 2x 1/4”-20 screws
4x 24 mm spacer rods 1x 3/8” screw
4x 35 mm spacer rods 2x 3/8” to 1/4"-20 adapter
4x 24 mm spacer rods 2x 300 mm rods
1x Twistlock 1x Allen wrench
Set containsProduct features
Height adjustable
24 mm / 35 mm / 46 mm
spacer rods included
3x 3/8“ resp. 1/4“-20
threads on bottom
Twistlock for DSLRs
Spacer rods can be
changed easily
Additional handle available
Art. No. 19683

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“Aptaris” Plate Art No. 20148
The “Aptaris” Plate is a fast and economic way to use
the “Aptaris” Rod Module with every camera. This gives
you the possibility to extend to a complete shoulder rig.
Perfect for small cameras and camcorders. Articulating
arms can be mounted at 3x 1/4“-20 threads on the back
for further accessories.
1x “Aptaris” Plate
1x ¼“-20 Screw
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For all cameras with
1/4“-20 thread
3x 1/4“-20 for additional
accessories
For use with
Manfrotto P 501 and
Aptaris Rod module
Extendible to
a complete rig

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“Aptaris” CSC-Cages
Those cages are built specially for the most popular
mirrorless cameras, e.g. the Sony Alpha 6000,
Olympus OM-D E-M5 and others. The Universal cage
ts a lot of small mirrorless and digital cameras like
the Canon EOS M. Access to battery compartment,
memory card etc. is ensured in any case.
1x “Aptaris” cage
1x Handle with mini-rail and L-angle
1x Cold shoe adapter
6x Screws
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Universal
for xed lens compact cameras
for Sony NEX / A 6000
for Nikon 1
for OM-D E-M5
Delivery contains
Art. No. 19738Art. No. 19736
Art. No. 19737
Art. No. 19883

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“Aptaris” GoPro Hero Art No. 19739
The “Aptaris” GoPro is built specially for GoPro Hero 2/3/3+.
Upgrade your GoPro to a professional video camera by adding
light, a microphone or anything else. If you´re not using the
waterproof housing you can use the caseless mount to gain
access to the memory card and ports. Thanks to the unique
design, you can tilt the camera angle and can open the housing
without the need to dismount the whole set-up.
1x “Aptaris” GoPro
Optional GoPro caseless mount contains:
1x GoPro caseless mount
1x Rubber band
1x Velcro band
Set containsProduct features
Adjust the camera angle
Fast battery change
Upgrade your GoPro Hero
Lots of 1/4“-20 theads
GoPro caseless mount for
use with microphone and
external monitor
Art. No. 20052

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“Aptaris” Rod module Art No. 19742
The rod module is simply mounted to the main unit by means
of an innovative quick-action lock solution. For professional
results you can attach further accessories, like e.g. Follow
Focus or a Matte box to shield off sun light, to the 15 mm Ø
rods. The rod module also offers highest exibility in use: It is
adjustable in height and, with a thread on the bottom side, it
can be mounted on a tripod or a quick-release plate.
1x “Aptaris” rod module
1x 15 mm rod clamp
2x 250 mm rods
2x 1/4"-20 screws
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Threads on bottom
for tripod plates
Height adjustable
Quick-release works with
all Aptaris cages
Further rod lengths:
200 mm, 300 mm, 400 mm
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“Aptaris” Handle module Art No. 19900
The “Aptaris” handle module not only extends your Aptaris
Cage, but can also be combined with numerous common
rigs. The module is thereby simply mounted to the rods
of the rig. Due to their ergonomic design, the handles feel
particularly comfortable in your hand. Suitable for rods
with a 15 mm diameter (industrial standard).
1x “Aptaris” 15 mm rod bracket with rosettes
1x Left handle
1x Right handle
2x “Aptaris” handle module screws
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Different grips available
1x “Aptaris” rod module
1x 15 mm rod clamp
2x 250 mm rods
2x 1/4"-20 screws
Additional extensions
available
15 mm LWS
Delivery contains
Art. No. 20196
Art. No. 20460
Art. No. 19872

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“Aptaris” Shoulder module Art No. 19901
The module is simply mounted to the rods of the rig.
Suitable for rods with a 15 mm diameter (industrial
standard). The shoulder module can be individually
adapted. Soft shoulder pads additionally ensure highest
carrying comfort in any situation. The shoulder module
is suitable for the left and right shoulder.
1x “Aptaris” offset-bracket
2x 300 mm rods
4x Light-weight foam pads
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Horizontal offset
Vertical offset
Parallel
4x light-weight foam pads
Delivery contains
Art No. 20199
Art No. 20198
Art. No. 19672