User's Manual

#10 OTHER CAMERA ATTACHMENT
METHODS
Creating a Gasket: If when attaching your camera to the DOVETAIL QUICK RELEASE PLATE
you nd that the bottom of your camera isn’t at enough to allow a good solid attachment, try
making and adding a paper/cloth or rubber gasket to the DOVETAIL QUICK RELEASE PLATE.
(Try using a piece of a rubber dish washing glove.) Simply cut the material to the size of the
top of the DOVETAIL QUICK RELEASE PLATE and then create a hole in it to allow the CAMERA
MOUNTING BOLT to t through it and into the base of your Camcorder.
#11 PROFESSIONAL USAGE
If you are using the Glidecam Devin Graham Signature Series to shoot professional looking
shots, and you plan on incorporating them into a short movie or some sort of commercial project,
we suggest that you plan the shot out in advance. Perhaps, rehearse the move a few times before
shooting, and that you have an assistant to help you during complex shots. This will give you
optimum results and will make your movies look more professional.
Good luck with your shooting!
#12 MAINTENANCE
Bearing Maintenance: The main bearing on your Glidecam Devin Graham Signature Series
is attached to the POSITIONABLE GIMBAL, about two inches down from the top. If after some
period of time, your bearing doesn’t turn smoothly, you can oil it lightly with light lubricating oil. If
your bearing still doesn’t turn smoothly, contact Glidecam Technical Support for further assistance.
We recommend that you use very little oil, because this all that is needed. Anything more than
a little will end up coming out of the bearing and on to the rest of your Glidecam Devin Graham
Signature Series. Light lubricating oil may also be used, if needed, on the YOKE and HANDLE
BEARINGS. Be sure to keep the oil away from your camera, and clean up any overspill when
done.
Cleaning: Do not use solvents or harsh cleaners of any kind on your Glidecam Devin Graham
Signature Series. If the unit becomes dirty, use only a cloth or sponge with water to gently rub
the unit clean.
Storage: If you’re going to store your Glidecam Devin Graham Signature Series for a long
period of time, then please store the unit upright in a dry or low to normal humidity area whenever
possible. If you are unable to nd an environment like this, then we suggest you store the unit in
an airtight plastic container or bag. Standing the unit upright helps alleviate stress on the system.
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