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- Page 2 What’s Included Main Jib Assembly Unit Jib Level Knob Standard Quick Release Camera Plate 75mm Bowl mounted on Release Plate Counterweight Sandbag Carabineer and washer for Weight bag 5.5 Lb Counterweight Tail Threaded Counterweight Bolt Counterweight Retainer Nut Jib Base Mounting Bolt Transport Bag...
- Page 3 Important Operation Tips: Always make sure your tripod is capable of Use caution when adjusting the Jib. handling the load of the camera/rig, counterbal- DO NOT adjust the telescoping sections of ance and jib. the jib with the camera mounted. Using sandbags or straps to add stability may The camera needs to be removed when be necessary in some shooting conditions.
- Page 4 Mounting the Jib to Tripod: Attach the supplied mounting stud to the Jib base. Tighten the stud thoroughly. Option A (75mm or 65mm tripod)(Most recommended) Fit the jib base into the bowl of the tripod and use the supplied hand knob to tighten and level the jib base. Always tighten the knob thoroughly and be certain to periodically check that it is tight throughout the movements of your shoot.
- Page 5 Mounting the Jib to Tripod: Option B (Flatbase Tripod with 3/8”16 stud)(For Lighter Loads) When mounting to a flatbase Tripod with 3/8”-16 stud, the jib base will thread directly onto that stud. Be certain to tighten the 3/8” screw from tripod periodically when moving during your shoot.
- Page 6 Telescoping Arm Adjustments: The JIB-01C has a two stage telescoping arm that can extend and contract depending on the desired length. The rear portion of the Jib also telescopes providing quick counterbalance adjustments. The longer the arm the more extended the rear counterweight tail will need to extend.
- Page 7 Telescoping Arm Adjustments: *Please note that the telescoping twist locks have a passive locking mechanism. If the twist lock only moves a small amount when loosening you are protected from abrupt sliding of the jib stages. The lock will break loose with an additional hard twist and allow adjustment as desired .
- Page 8 The Camera may be mounted on a camera quick release plate Also a Fluid head may be mounted on the included 75mm quick release bowl plate...
- Page 9 When using the traditional camera release plate you will be operating from the rear of the Jib and will likely require a monitor. There are ¼” – 20 thread mounting points at the base of the jib to achieve this. This configuration is better for wide sweeping shots.
- Page 10 Once you have picked the shooting scenario you plan on using it is recommended to recognize what counterbalance weight you will need for each camera/lens rig/head configuration. Fully Extended Jib Camera 3 lbs requires 9.25 lbs counterweight w/ tail extended almost fully Camera 4 lbs requires 13.75 lbs counterweight w/ tail extended almost fully Camera 7 lbs requires 19.25 lbs counterweight w/ tail extended almost fully Half Extended Jib...
- Page 11 Operating the JIB Once you have leveled the jib you can begin staging and rehearsing your moves. The Jib will operate similar to your tripod head as it has a pan and tilt locks. When shooting release the locks and when at rest place them back to locked position.
- Page 12 CONDITIONS OF WARRANTY SERVICE • Free service for one year from the day of purchase if the problem is caused by manufacturing errors. • The components and maintenance service fee will be charged if the warranty period has expired. Free Service will not be Provided in the Following Situations: (* Even if the product is still within the warranty period.) •...