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- Page 1 GLIDECAM CENTURION MANUAL Set-up and Operations Guide Glidecam Industries, Inc. 23 Joseph Street, Kingston, MA 02364 Customer Service Line 1-781-585-7900 Manufactured in the U.S.A. COPYRIGHT 2016 GLIDECAM INDUSTRIES,Inc. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Glidecam CENTURION Batteries Glidecam CENTURION Tilt Balance Glidecam CENTURION Roll Balance Glidecam CENTURION Yaw (PAN) Balance Glidecam CENTURION Power On Glidecam CENTURION Mode Switch and Joystick Glidecam CENTURION Custom Grip Positions Glidecam CENTURION Software Glidecam CENTURION Software Defaults Troubleshooting Other Camera Attachment Methods... -
Page 3: Introduction
If you have need of any technical assistance, you can call our Technical Support Line at 1-781-585-7900, Monday through Friday between the hours of 9:00 am and 5:00 pm, Eastern Standard Time. We’re sure that once you have your Glidecam CENTURION up and running, you will find years of enjoyment with it. -
Page 4: Disclaimer And Warnings
**WARNING** In cold temperatures the sensor of the Glidecam CENTURION may have to warm up before use. Leave the Glidecam CENTURION on, and stationary for a few minutes to allow the sensor to warm up and work at full functionality. -
Page 5: Specifications
32-bit processor System Requirements Desktop/laptop: Windows (32- or 64-bit): 8, 7, XP SP3 Mac OS X: 10.9 or above Software Download: Obtained on Glidecam CENTURION page on Glidecam.com *******Always save current profiles before updating firmware or changing settings.****** General Control Modes... - Page 6 BATTERIES ROLL MOTOR 15MM SELF LOCKING 20MM SCREWS SELF LOCKING CAMERA SCREWS USB CHARGER MOUNTING CORDS PITCH MOTOR SCREW **NOTE**: The Glidecam CENTURION also has many accessories like the Glidecam CENTURION BALANCE STAND. Please visit Glidecam.com for Glidecam CENTURION accessories.
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Page 7: Glidecam Centurion Assembly
Insert the self locking screws (15mm) into the handle lock to secure the handle posts in place. NOTE: The Glidecam CENTURION includes two different kinds of screws. The longer screw (20mm) is for the grip and the shorter screw (15mm) is for securing the handle posts in place. - Page 8 Figure 4 Insert and secure the self locking screws (20mm) onto both grips. **NOTE**: The Glidecam CENTURION includes two different kinds of screws. The longer screw (20mm) is for the grip and the shorter screw (15mm) is for securing the handle posts in place.
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Page 9: Glidecam Centurion Batteries
If batteries are not stored properly their life is greatly reduced. Insert batteries in the battery compartment as shown in Figure #8. **NOTE**: The Glidecam CENTURION uses Lithium Polymer batteries which can be extremely hazardous and require special attention. -
Page 10: Glidecam Centurion Tilt Balance
Improper balance can ruin the motors and void warranty, so please follow all instructions in order. Balance your Glidecam CENTURION on the BALANCE STAND. **NOTE**: The Glidecam CENTURION BALANCE STAND is sold separately. **NOTE**: Alternatively if you do not have the... - Page 11 Place the camera on camera tray and attach with ¼’’ screw. Pick appropriate slot that will accept your cameras size and weight. If your camera doesn’t fit properly, move the camera to a different slot. Figure 14 Adjust the fore and aft camera position, so that the camera sits level with the lens pointing straight out.
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Page 12: Glidecam Centurion Roll Balance
#7 GLIDECAM CENTURION ROLL BALANCE The roll balance is adjusted in two different ways. First: Roughly balance the roll axis by choosing the appropriate slot on the camera plate. Heavy cameras should be placed closer to the pitch motor, while lighter cameras should use the furthest slot from the pitch motor. -
Page 13: Glidecam Centurion Yaw (Pan) Balance
#8 GLIDECAM CENTURION YAW (PAN) BALANCE Yaw balance is critical for moving the gimbal to extreme angles. Adjust by loosening the knob on the side of the Yaw motor. Figure 18 Tilt the handlebars to determine if it is front or back heavy. -
Page 14: Glidecam Centurion Power On
5 seconds after the Power Button is pushed. Figure 21 **NOTE** Do not turn on the Glidecam CENTURION without a camera attached. This can burn out the motors of the Glidecam CENTURION. -
Page 15: Glidecam Centurion Mode Switch And Joystick
**NOTE**: Sometimes after being shipped overseas it is necessary to calibrate the accelerometer (sensor). Make sure your Glidecam CENTURION is completely level because this re-calibrates the sensor for a level position. • Hold Mode Switch: Calibrates Gyro - Make sure to hold the CENTURION completely still when calibrating the gyro. -
Page 16: Glidecam Centurion Custom Grip Positions
#11 GLIDECAM CENTURION CUSTOM GRIP POSITIONS The gimbal can be operated with several grip positions. You can also invert the gimbal with the single grip or double grips. Power the gimbal off. Figure 24 Hold the pitch motor or camera in place and invert the rest of the gimbal 180 degrees around it. - Page 17 Glidecam CENTURION shown in SINGLE GRIP MODE. Figure 27 Glidecam CENTURION shown mounted on a tripod. Figure 28 Glidecam CENTURION shown mounted on a tripod. Figure 29 Glidecam CENTURION shown in vertical mode. Figure 30...
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Page 18: Glidecam Centurion Software
The Glidecam CENTURION works right out of the box. No setup or calibration necessary. However if you want to make adjustments to the Glidecam CENTURION this has been provided to you. The Glidecam CENTURION comes shipped with a USB drive with the appropriate software and drivers required to make adjustments. -
Page 19: Glidecam Centurion Software Defaults
**NOTE** If you have a heavy camera or the shot is shaky you can adjust the PID Controller values. (P) will add power, (D) will smooth the shot, and (I) is how fast the CENTURION corrects it’s position. To get a smooth shot it will take adjusting all 3 values. - Page 20 Figure 35 Figure 36 Glidecam CENTURION software RC settings. Glidecam CENTURION software RC settings continued. Figure 37 Figure 38 Glidecam CENTURION software filter settings. Glidecam CENTURION software follow settings.
- Page 21 **NOTE** Choose “CALIB. EL. FIELD” to get the custom calibration values for your Glidecam CENTURION. **NOTE** Software version 2.56 and earlier require the user to manually move each axis during calibration. On newer versions, the gimbal automatically moves...
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Page 22: Troubleshooting
#14 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM SOLUTION Adjusting the balance is hard to move. Try loosening the 4 screws around the knob for easier movement. Make sure to tighten all loose screws to increase strength and minimize vibration. Joystick direction is not going the direction I You can invert the joystick movement in the RC want. -
Page 23: Other Camera Attachment Methods
Storage - If you are going to store your Glidecam CENTURION for a long period of time then please store the unit in a dry or low to normal humidity area whenever possible. If you are unable to find an environment like this, then we suggest you store the unit in an air tight plastic container or bag. -
Page 24: Warranty
For 1 year (90 days for batteries) from the date of shipment, we will repair or replace your Glidecam CENTURION, free of charge, in the event of a defect in materials or workmanship (the shipment date appears on your purchase receipt) which occurs during normal use in accordance with the Glidecam CENTURION’s instruction manual. -
Page 25: Online Information
GLIDECAM INDUSTRIES, INC. For more information about GLIDECAM products and training please visit GLIDECAM on the web. www.Glidecam.com Follow us on Facebook.com/Glidecam Twitter.com/Glidecam Instagram.com/Glidecam GLIDECAM INDUSTRIES, INC. 23 Joseph Street Kingston, MA 02364 Phone: 1-781-585-7900 Phone: 1-800-600-2011 Fax: 1-781-585-7903 Website: www.Glidecam.com...
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