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Summary of Contents for XCS ULTIMATE 2 SLED
- Page 1 ULTIMATE 2 SLED XCS INC. MANUAL Rev.2.5 2/16...
- Page 2 Upper Camera Platform /Lower electronics housing connectors Because our sleds are completely customizable, some connectors and placements can vary. Composite Video 0S 304 0S 304 0S 303 Two HDSDI Video 1S 303 0S 304 1S 303 In only 1-14 Vdc+ loop through 1-28 Vdc+ 1-14 Vdc+...
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Page 3: Warranty
Xtended Camera Support will warranty this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of invoice. XCS will pay parts and labor charges to repair or replace any manufacturers defect under normal operating conditions. The buyer will be responsible for all shipping charges. -
Page 4: Front View
Kipp handle more than two full revolutions when using XCS camera plates in low mode to loosen. On the three 6-32 tapped holes for the receiver bracket on the front of the platform the screw should not exceed .25”... - Page 5 One plate design fits all current camera designs. However, there are occasions when I like to use the XCS Alexa Adapter plate because of its unique Sony adapter or XCS BPA adapter plate for the Alexa camera for additional camera flexibility.
- Page 6 On our standard 115 degree gimbal handle there is a 10-32 locking screw which is used for tightening the gimbal handle onto your post in low mode. If you are using an XCS precision ground arm post the screw lock is enough to hold the handle on the post. If you are using any other arm posts we recommend you use the .187”...
- Page 7 When cleaning the bearings we use a pressurized non-lubricated spray contact cleaner or pressurized carburetor cleaner which works perfectly. Be advised to wear eye protection when using any pressurized cleaner. I would spray the bearings and spin them. Repeat this three or four times to remove any dirt and excess cleaner.
- Page 8 Dual Rod Monitor Support Arms The design arm allows the user to expand the mass of the sled allowing greater stability in any system. By moving your monitor and batteries in/out this will decrease /increase your panning inertia allowing your system to glide along when expanded, or whippy when compressed. The two hex head screws on the side of the clamp when loosened, allows you to move your monitor in and out.
- Page 9 The internal cable and connector are designed to spin and be removed. We changed from a fixed connector design to make it field serviceable. If the cable slides out the bayonet end it will pop back into the bayonet mount. Later designs have an internal retaining ring preventing the cable from sliding out. To assure maximum integrity in the center post, there are no slots or grooves cut into the inner or outer posts.
- Page 10 Getting started with the Ultimate 2’s (U2) basic functions The Ultimate system is designed to run both12/24 volt cameras, film or video. The owner can use any type of battery chemistry in any combination. The lower electronics housing will accept up to three 14.4 volt battery packs or up to two 14.4 battery packs and one 24 Vdc battery pack at the same time.
- Page 11 There are two 4-40 drilled and tapped holes on each side of the LEH. These holes are aligned with the XCS HDPDL housing. The screws should not protrude into the LEH housing any more than .125”. On Screen (LCD) Text Messages On power up, the sled’s serial number #0000xxx and the software revision level are displayed for 4...
- Page 12 LEH internal user selectable adjustments To access the internal adjustments inside the LEH you first should remove it from the center post. Remove the six 3/32” hex head screws holding the housing together. Lift up a few inches and turn it over. There will be 6 to 8 wires and 1 or 2 connectors depending on your options connecting the top half to bottom half - they do not have to be removed just be aware of them.
- Page 13 Adjusting LCD Battery Display for B1, B2 & B3 The LCD displays output voltages for each battery labeled simply B1, B2 & B3. The battery plate itself does not designate the order in which the batteries are displayed - B1, 2, or 3. The three green terminal blocks on the circuit board labeled Batt 1, Batt 2 &...
- Page 14 Adjusting the Dovetail Clamp If you find that your camera plate is sliding or the clamp is hanging up on the four shoulder bolts, the clamp’s two set screws maybe out of adjustment and need to be reset. Locate the two set screws on the side of the dovetail clamp, and back them out 2 full turns. ...
- Page 15 Swapping the inching Knobs side to side Two removable Phillips screws 3 shaft spacers Set screw The first photo is a cutaway of the LEH carriage and shows you how the shaft sits. It does screw through a plastic nut that means you will have to turn out the drive shaft and turn it back in.