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Tripod/Stabilizer Mode
w/ Canon 5D Mark II
Lite Stabilizer Mode w/
Panasonic Lumix DSLR
Multimode Stabilizer & Tripod
System
Full Range Stabilizer Mode
w/ Canon 1D Mark IV
Lite Stabilizer Mode w/
Lite Stabilizer Mode on
Docking/Balancing Stand w/
Canon 1D Mark IV
CrossFire FP
PATENTED
Canon 7D
Full Range Stabilizer
Mode w/ Sony PMW-EX1
OPTIONAL LOW MODE on
Docking/Balancing Stand w/
Canon 5D Mark II
OPTIONAL DV SPORTSTER
Arm/Vest Upgrade w/ Sony
PWM-EX1
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- Page 1 CrossFire FP Multimode Stabilizer & Tripod System PATENTED Tripod/Stabilizer Mode w/ Canon 5D Mark II Full Range Stabilizer Mode w/ Sony PMW-EX1 Full Range Stabilizer Mode w/ Canon 1D Mark IV OPTIONAL LOW MODE on Docking/Balancing Stand w/ Canon 5D Mark II...
- Page 2 Lightweight Handheld Stabilizer, Removable 3-stage Tripod Legs, balancing plate (VZ-FPB), and quick-release camera plate. The CrossFire FP can be used in at least 6 distinct operating modes: 1) Lightweight, compact, dockable handheld stabilizer for small cameras & DSLRs, 2) Full-range handheld stabilizer for larger cameras, 3) Tripod Mode, 4) Low Flow Mode for moving low-level shots (w/ optional XFLF kit), 5) Fixed Low Mode on Docking Stand for static low-angle shots, 6) Professional Arm &...
- Page 3 (the gimbal). In practice, this means you want the section of the CrossFire FP below the gimbal to be effectively ‘heavier’ than the upper section (vertical balance), and you want the camera’s mass to be centered on the pan axis of the gimbal to keep the camera level (horizontal balance). Vertical balance is adjusted by adjusting the position of the tripod and/or adding weights to the counterweight shaft, while horizontal balance is adjusted by positioning the X-Y plate side-to-side and front-to-back.
- Page 4 & thumbscrews. 6. Vertical Balance - Now you can check the vertical balance of the CrossFire FP to see if you need to add, remove, or adjust the position of the counterweights. Use as few weights as possible, and start with the weights at the top of the shaft.
- Page 5 CrossFire FP. There are two important things to keep in mind at this point: (1) The CrossFire FP is designed to be operated with two hands and (2) it requires practice to master (but it only gets easier with time).
- Page 6 Using your thumb and forefinger, lightly grasp the ‘neck’ of the CrossFire FP body (next to the brake) to control the left-right movement. Practice walking with the unit and try to hold it close to your body.
- Page 7 Optional Accessories and Upgrades VZ-XFFP-WK – Additional weight kit for CrossFire FP. Especially useful for Lite Stabilizer Mode – includes 3 sliding weights, 2 stainless inline weights (different sizes), additional microweights. VZ-DVSPORTSTER – Lightweight, compact Arm/Vest System upgrade (cameras up to 7lbs) VZ-NAVIGATOR –...
- Page 8 CrossFire FP is really in acquiring a feel for correct balance. After balancing your camera properly one time, it’s a simple matter to do it again. The FPB is a major help in balancing, but it will also provide a docking stand to hold the CrossFire FP while you’re not using it.
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