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Summary of Contents for iFootage Shark Slider Mini Series
- Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR THE SHARK SLIDER MINI SERIES DK0801001...
- Page 2 Thank you for purchasing this iFootage product, The Shark Slider Mini is compact, lightweight, easy to carry and is ideal for all types of studio and location camera movement. To get the most from your Shark Slider Mini, please read the following instructions carefully before operating the equipment.
- Page 3 Technical Information Length Shark Slider Mini Track Weight 0.68Kg/1.5Lb Track Specifications Material Aluminum magnesium alloys + SUS304 Stainless steel Shark Slider Mini Standard Length Useable Length Weight with pulley Max load Track Specifications Aluminum magnesium alloys + SUS304 Stainless steel Material Length Shark Slider Mini Bundle...
- Page 4 Multiple key frame Bezier curve preset timeline function allowing you to accurately programme all three axis. Perfect for sophisticated time-lapse recording. iFootage motion control App with free firmware updates. Automatic target control (focal point detection)-ideal for interviews. Preset, repeatable camera movement.
- Page 5 Component description Shark Slider Mini Standard Foot stand lock buckle Angle plate buckle 1/4'' hole Clamp-A Lock buckle of 1-Axis module Carriage Flat pulley Carriage locking control Flywheel Clamp-B Foot stand Track Hanging buckle Adjustable legs Locking control Angle plate Angle locking control 3/8'' screw...
- Page 6 Component description Shark Slider Mini Motion Control Version LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Hanging pulley Battery cable cover Battery cover Micro USB port 2.5 inch shutter interface Slider module Indicator light Power switch Locking button for X2 Mini 1/4'' Screw / 3/8'' Screw Locking control 1/4'' screw...
- Page 7 Status indicators LED status explained: LED green LED flashes green LED off LED flashes red Battery level Current battery level * Quick press the On/Off switch to check the battery level while the unit is powered off.In standby mode the LED will flash every two seconds to indicate the battery level.
- Page 8 Installation guide How to install the carriage Step 1: Attach carriage by carefully sliding carriage onto the track at one end. Gently push carriage along length of track to ensure correct contact and smooth operation. Step 2: Attach both track end/feet by opening buckle connection on track, pushing into place and locking using buckle system.
- Page 9 Installation guide How to install the flywheel Step : Press the flywheel into the receiving port on the side of the carriage. You will audibly hear it click as it locks into place. Move carriage or turn flywheel to check it is installed correctly. Completed installed diagram for reference:...
- Page 10 Installation guide How to remove the flywheel Firmly hold the flywheel and gently pull to the left, then do the same, but to the right followed by pulling the flywheel away from the carriage at 90 degrees. This will ensure safe removal of the flywheel from the carriage. Locking the module In order to prevent the carriage from moving, rotate the carriage locking control, following...
- Page 11 Installation guide Mounting the Shark Slider Mini onto a tripod with a hemisphere base Step 1: Attach the hemisphere base onto the slider using the central screw hole on the track underside. Screw the hemisphere base in a clockwise direction until fully tightened. Hemisphere base Step 2: Mount the hemisphere base on the tripod and adjust the slider until the...
- Page 12 Installation guide Extending the track Step 1:Remove the foot stand from one end of the slider. Step 2: Attach the track extension to existing track using the male and female connecting nodes. (see diagram). Joint-A(female track) Joint-B(male track) Step 3: Use the buckle locking system to lock the two tracks together.
- Page 13 Installation guide How to install the single-axis module Step 1:Remove the flywheel as per instructions. Step 2:Attach the single-axis module onto the carriage as shown in the figure. Step 3:Check that the single-axis module is securely attached to the carriage. Step 4:Check track is clear of obstruction.
- Page 14 Installation guide How to install the battery Step :To open up the battery cover move the switch to 'OPEN'. Step 2:Carefully install battery ensuring positive end is connected correctly. Step 3:Close battery compartment Battery Type: FW50 Battery curved side Battery curved side *Insert the battery in the 1 -axis module, pay attention to the direction, DO NOT insert it in opposite direction.
- Page 15 Installation guide Automatic starting point function Step :Insert the battery and close the battery cover. Press and hold “On” switch for at least two seconds until the four indicator lights flash three times (green light), after which the pan head will begin to move to the direction as shown in the chart.
- Page 16 Installation guide How to disassemble the single axis module Step 1:Press the locking latches on both sides of the unit simultaneously. Step 2:Gently remove the single axis module from the carriage at a 90 degree angle to the carriage.
- Page 17 Installation guide Carriage Angle Plate Step :Turn the angle plate anti-clockwise. Press to release the angle plate latch, lift the angle plate and adjust to desired angle. Spirit Level Angle Plate Angle plate latch Angle Plate Lock How to use the loading function Step 1:Install the pulley cord (Push the pulley pins through the groove at the end).
- Page 18 Installation guide How to use the loading function Step 2:Attach the counterweight and secure the cord to the hanging buckle. Step 3:Set up fully loaded slider at the angle you wish to use it and carefully test out counterweight. Increase or reduce weight accordingly.The pulley must be installed using an appropriate counterweight for the set up and weight of the camera and head.
- Page 19 Using the remote control App How to mount the X2 Mini on a tripod 3/8'' thread hole Rotate Rotate 3/8'' screw to mount to mount Step 1:Please ensure that the tripod camera plate has a 3/8'' screw and therefore matches the X2 mini pan head 3/8'' screw thread. Step 2:Carefully place the X2 Mini onto the tripod camera plate and screw the two together ensuring the thread is not crossed.
- Page 20 Using the remote control App Installing the X2 mini onto the shark slider mini 3/8'' thread hole 3/8'' screw Rotate to mount Rotate to mount Step 1:Carefully place the thread 3/8'' hole of the X2 Mini pan head onto the 3/8'' screw on top of the Shark Slider carriage.
- Page 21 Using the remote control App Installing the X2 mini onto the shark slider mini Initialisation failed Initialisation complete It is important to test out the overall balance and functionality of the X2 Mini when attached to the slider fully laden, in other words with the camera and lens attached.
- Page 22 Maintenance 1. Please ensure that the track is free from dust, particles and fluids. Slider track：Raised tooth section 2. Please ensure that the angle plate area is clean to avoid any damage and ensure optimum performance. 3. Please check that the carriage is free from dust and debris after each use. 4.
- Page 23 2:Turn clockwise to tighten the screws. 7. Use a suitable flat end screw driver to adjust tightness. * iFootage reserve the right to alter or rectifying all hardware and software information and specifications at any time without prior notice.If there any differences between...
- Page 24 INFORMATION OF MANUFACTURER IFOOTAGE INTERNATIONAL(HK) LIMITED UK Design & Made in China Origin: China Website: www.ifootagegear.com...
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