VariZoom VZDVMEDIARIG - Manual (Page 2)

3) The pivot plate can be adjusted to the left or right to compensate for balance issues created by
the camera and other mounted accessories. For now, tighten the pivot knob thoroughly so it
doesn’t move while you are mounting the camera and accessories and making adjustments to
the Media Rig.
4) Attach the quick-release plate to your camera using the appropriate
screw. Remove the unused screw and store in a secure location.
Once the quick-release plate is firmly attached to your camera, set it
aside.
5) Attach the belt to your waist with the holster facing front. Take the
spring pod and insert the flat end into the holster, making sure to run
the pod through the D-ring at the top of the holster. Do not loosen
the spring pod clamps yet.
6) Make sure the tilt lever on the DV Media Rig is tightened so the
handles don’t rotate easily *. Take the camera with quick-release
plate attached and secure it to the base plate on the DV Media Rig.
Pick up the Rig and place it over your shoulder. The front of the Rig
must be attached to the spring pod. Insert the brass tip of the spring
pod into the coiled spring on the underside of the handle assembly.
Once the spring pod is secured, loosen the spring pod clamps.
7) If you plan to attach any accessories such as a light, mic, XLR mic
adapter, etc., go ahead and attach them to the accessory mount and fix it to the Rig.
8) With the Rig fully mounted and loaded, you’ll know if any position and balancing
adjustments need to be made. You can adjust the side-to-side balance of the
camera by loosening the single-wing knob above the spring pod attachment point
and sliding the camera platform. You can also adjust the side-to-side balance by
pivoting the counterweight at the rear.
9) The primary positional adjustment is at the shoulder pivot. This
will allow you to change the angle and height of the shoulder arch
for maximum comfort.
The tilt lever allows you to change the amount of tension in the
tilting mechanism or soft-lock the tilt position. Never operate the
Rig with the tilt lever excessively loose.
Depending on the weight of your camera, you may want to lock one of the sections of the
spring pod to minimize the spring action. You can also extend and lock both sections for
elevated shots.
The DV Media Rig is covered by a 2-year parts & labor warranty against defects.
If you have any questions, give us a call or shoot us an email – www.varizoom.com
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