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- Page 1 S-TYPE DOLLY S-TYPE DOLLY SERIES 3 SERIES 3 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL www.panther.tv...
- Page 2 The Panther S-Type Dolly is a very useful Dolly, developed by specialists for specialists in order to meet the expectations of every cameraman or grip.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS TOPIC PAGE Technical Data Basic Knowledge Preparing Seat & Seatarm Power Supply Initial Operation Bluetooth Handset General Connect Handst with Dolly Speed & Highspeed Ramps Limits Settings Super Low Mode Programming Movements Control Panel Wheels General Changing Wheels Big Wheels... - Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS TOPIC PAGE Steering General Crab & Round Conventional Front / Rear Narrow-Gauge Steering Rod Dolly on Tracks Accessories Push Bar Platform Set High Platform Flex Arm Counterweight Camera Mount Center Plate Center Mount Bumper Transport Remove the Scissors-Arm Carrying the Dolly Emergency Operation Notes...
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Page 5: Technical Data
TECHNICAL DATA 64,5 cm / 25,4“ Length (Dolly) 96,5 cm / 38‘‘ Width (Dolly) 64,5 cm / 25,4‘‘ Height (Dolly) 39,5 cm / 15,55“ (front) | 48 cm / 18,9‘‘ (rear) Center Distance (Sciccors-Arm) 37 cm / 14,6‘‘ Standard Lift range (Low-Mode) 103 cm / 40,6‘‘... - Page 6 TECHNICAL DATA LOAD CHART Offset The S-Type Scissors-Arm has a max. payload of 80 kg / 176 lbs. The more you put load into offset the more decrease of your max. payload you have. Overloading the Scissors-Arm is prohibited. Check the load table below for detailed max. payload: 80 kg / 176 lbs 60 kg / 132 lbs 30 kg / 66 lbs...
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Page 7: Basic Knowledge
BASIC KNOWLEDGE Electro-Mechanical Dolly The Panther S-Type Dolly is a completely electro-mechanical Dolly. That means there is no dripping oil, no pumping up etc. Do not operate underwater or in very wet / humid environments. Even by laying the Dolly sideways, there is nothing to worry about. -
Page 8: Preparing
Top View Mounting the seat arm (302792) is done by Now you can mount the Eccentric Panther easy plug & play. Just plug it into the desired Seat (122149) right into the seat arm. - Page 9 PREPARING SEAT & SEATARM Height Adjustment The height of the seat arm can be adjusted tool free. Pull the black knob on the seat arm tube and adjust the height. Push back the black button to fix the position. If you want to be very low, you can remove the seat arm tube by unlocking it with the blue lever and removing the tube.
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Page 10: Power Supply
It has an integrated handle and a very compact design. Additional features: – Dolly Power Supply – Can also charge Panther „Snap-On“ Batteries via cable – Input: 100-240V – Output: 2x 24V, 4A Case for two charging stations There is also a Case (313225) available with... - Page 11 PREPARING POWER SUPPLY (CHARGING STATION) Either charge the batteries of the S-Type Dolly in advance or connect the Dolly to a power supply during use. Charge before use Use our charger for one battery Use our Charging Station to Use our Case for two Charging (312859) to charge only one charge up to two batteries.
- Page 12 PREPARING POWER SUPPLY (OPTIONAL CHARGING) Charging via 230V Charger To charge a single battery we offer 230V Charger (155559). Plug in one end into a wall socket and the other end into the battery‘s cable connection slot. The Charger should now begin to blink.
- Page 13 PREPARING POWER SUPPLY (HANDSET) Charging the Bluetooth Handset The Bluetooth Handset (311753) can be chargen in two diff erent ways: regularly via mains power or by cable connection to the Dolly. Regular Charging To charge the Bluetooth Handset you can use the standard charging cable (310848) and plug it into a wall socket.
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Page 14: Initial Operation
Please check this before operation.Fully charge the batteries before first use. Step 2: The Panther S-Types’s (and accessories) complete lift, panning and movement range must be cleared before switching on the Dolly. Step 3: Connect the Bluetooth Handset via cable to the Dolly. -
Page 15: Bluetooth Handset
BLUETOOTH HANDSET GENERAL Charging / Connection socket Display Setting Buttons Latching Disc Main Menu / Power Button variable Menu Buttons Rocker FRONT VIEW BACK VIEW Display The Display shows all current settings and allows to adjust everything with a easy user interface. The brightness of the Display is adjustable. - Page 16 The Panther Bluetooth Handset sends on a frequency of 2,4 GHz (ISM band). Distance The maximum reach of the Panther Bluetooth Handset is up to 50m / 164 ft. - this value always depends on your current location (many walls or no walls, forest or field etc.).
- Page 17 BLUETOOTH HANDSET GENERAL Scissors Arm Connection Status Current Settings Menu go to menu Position in Handset and Dolly set speed Speed connected via cable Battery Status of Dolly and Handset Handset and Dolly set ramp Ramp connected via bluetooth set height limit Limit This button can be confi gured as required...
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Page 18: Connect Handst With Dolly
BLUETOOTH HANDSET CONNECT HANDSET WITH DOLLY If the Handset shows „DISCONNECTED“ you need to (re)connect the Handet to the Dolly. 1. Go to Menu 2. Go to „Settings“ 3. Go to „Connection“ 4. Wait until the Handset says „Searching“ 5. Now you can choose the right Dolly (to be identifi ed with its serial number) with pressing the marked... -
Page 19: Speed & Highspeed
BLUETOOTH HANDSET SPEED & HIGH SPEED Regular speeds: The currently set speed of the scissor movement is shown at the marked position. To change this, the following must be done: 1. Go to Speed 2. Set your desired speed level with the arrows and select with the marked button. -
Page 20: Ramps
BLUETOOTH HANDSET RAMPS What is Ramp? There are diff erent ramps depending on how abruptly you want the scissor arm to stop when moving up or down. You can choose between 4 Soft diff erent ramps: Madium Hard Instant hand of Soft: acceleration very soft, hardly the rocker... -
Page 21: Limits
BLUETOOTH HANDSET LIMITS To make the up and down movements more precise, limits can be set at freely selectable heights. 1. Go to Limi t 2. Set an upper and / or lower limit by selecting the right buttons for Down Move the scissors with the rocker to the desired position and confi rm with OK (marked button). -
Page 22: Settings
Password protected. Important Brake open time: Panther when servicing. The brake on the scissor arm makes a clicking noise. If complete silence is required when shooting, the time until the sound is heard can be delayed by up to 2 minutes. -
Page 23: Super Low Mode
BLUETOOTH HANDSET HANDSET SUPER LOW MODE Super Low Mode In order to use the full length of the scissors- arm, we developed the patented fullrange technology. This allows the scissors-arm to move the same way up as down into the negative. -
Page 24: Programming Movements
BLUETOOTH HANDSET PROGRAMMING MOVEMENTS The S-Type Dolly can memorise and reproduce various movement sequences. These sequences can be programmed either freely or manually. Programming both variants is intuitive and the Handset automatically guides you through the programming process. 1. Go to 2. -
Page 25: Wheels
WHEELS GENERAL General Information The S-Type Dolly has been designed to carry heavy loads in order to ensure you the most fl exibility on set. The following table informs you about when to use which wheel do achieve the best possible working experience. Studio Wheels hard recommended to a load of max. -
Page 26: Changing Wheels
WHEELS CHANGING WHEELS Dolly Jack Changing the wheels is done very fast and easy with the Dolly Jack (311199) and the Wheel Changing Tool (100453). It lifts up the S-Type in seconds without needing much power. Adjust the height of the Dolly Jack depending Push the Dolly Jack into one of the holes on on the surface where you want to change the side of the S-Type. - Page 27 WHEELS CHANGING WHEELS Take the Wheel Changing Tool and open the Take out the wheel by pulling. screw on the side of the wheel. Attache the new wheel by pushing it into the Rescrew it with the Wheel Changing Tool. Wheel Mount axis.
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Page 28: Big Wheels
WHEELS BIG WHEELS Big Wheels The Big Wheels are designed to bring your Dolly easy to your location also on rough terrain. It gives the S-Type more ground clearance as usual. Mounting the Big Wheels is done very fast and easy with the Dolly Jack (311199) and the Wheel Changing Tool (100453). - Page 29 WHEELS BIG WHEELS Leverage the S-Type with the Dolly Jack. The wheels on one side are now free and ready to be changed. Use the integrated Allen Key to mount the Big Mount it on top of the Studio Wheels (without Wheels.
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Page 30: Steering
STEERING GENERAL 4 Steering Modes The S-Type Dolly off ers 4 diff erent steering modes: Crab, Round, Conventional Front and Conventional Rear. -
Page 31: Crab & Round
STEERING CRAB & ROUND Switching between Crab & Round To switch from Crab to Round mode (or the other way) please follow these steps: Press and hold the blue button on the left side of your Dolly push rod. Now turn the handle on the right side to CRAB / ROUND (depending on your initial position). -
Page 32: Conventional Front / Rear
STEERING CONVENTIONAL FRONT / REAR Switching to Conventional Front / Rear To use a front or a rear wheel steering you fi rst have to go to regular Round Mode. The 2-wheel steering modes are activated by blocking either the front or rear wheels. Take the integrated Allen Key and block the front or rear wheels by switch the screws on the side of the Dolly to „FIX“. -
Page 33: Narrow-Gauge
STEERING NARROW-GAUGE Narrow-Gauge The S-Type wheel arms are eccentric. That means you can easily switch between the standard gauge (62 cm on track) and a narrow gauge (48 cm on track) for passing doors or operate in tight environments. To do so you only have to turn the Steering Rod 180°: Standard Track Width 62 cm 62 cm... -
Page 34: Steering Rod
STEERING STEERING ROD Remove the Steering Rod The S-Type Steering Rod is removable. If you go for example from Standard Gauge to Narrow Gauge the Steering Rod is turned around into the other direction. To turn it, you only have to pull it out of the Dolly. -
Page 35: Dolly On Tracks
STEERING DOLLY ON TRACKS Use the S-Type on Tracks The S-Type wheels are aligned in a square. Therefore the Dolly can be moved both lengthwise and crosswise on track – without using other wheels or accessories. To bring it lengthwise on track, position the Dolly in one line with the track. - Page 36 STEERING DOLLY ON TRACKS outside inside inside outside To bring the Dolly crosswise on track, you first To do so you have to switch first to „FREE“ need to align two wheels diagonally inside, as (to be able to manually move them), but after shown in the picture.
- Page 37 STEERING DOLLY ON TRACKS Conversion of wheel unit The wheel units can be converted to make it easier to access the brake levers on the wide gauge. It is advisable to convert two diagonally Here you can see all required tools. opposite wheel.
- Page 38 STEERING DOLLY ON TRACKS Now remove the black block Attach the black block to the other side of the wheel unit. Attach the brake lever to the other side as Replace the two small screws on the opposite well. side. Wheel unit now fully converted: refit to the Now you can easily brake the track wheels if Dolly.
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Page 39: Accessories
ACCESSORIES PUSH BAR Foldable Push Bar The foldable Push Bar (301342) is designed to be used in many diff erent ways. There is only one Push Bar needed for all situations such as pushing the Dolly regularly, pushing the Dolly beside the track, pushing the Dolly crosswise to the track. - Page 40 ACCESSORIES PUSH BAR To use the Pushbar Crosswise to the track you To use the extention you have to open it by can reposition it by plugging it in on the side turning the left and right side contrariwise of the Dolly. and the spread it into the Push Bar.
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Page 41: Platform Set
ACCESSORIES PLATFORM SET Platform Set The S-Type Dolly needs only one Platform Set (302583) because we designed the platforms to be used as high and low platform. The set consists of 3 platforms, 2 holders and 2 fi lling plates. Middle Platform Side Platform Side Platform... - Page 42 ACCESSORIES PLATFORM SET How to mount the platforms Mounting the S-Type platforms is done completely tool-free. You can use one set in high or in low mode - depending on your requirements. The following steps are starting with the high mode. To mount the Middle Platform you have to Mount the Middle Platform on the front side attach the two holders by fastening the black...
- Page 43 ACCESSORIES PLATFORM SET Now you can take the Side Platform to mount Make sure to fasten the black knobs on the it the same way you did with the Middle Side Platform as well. Platform. If necessary you can now take the fi lling plate to build one fl at surface.
- Page 44 ACCESSORIES PLATFORM SET Open the Side Platform and pull it out Open the Middle Platform the same way and a little bit by turning the black knobs pull it completely out. counterclockwise. Open the two holders and turn it around 180°. Fasten the black knobs on both sides.
- Page 45 ACCESSORIES PLATFORM SET Pull the Side Platform a little bit out of the Now you should have a gap between Platform two integrated holders by holding them. and holders as shown in the picture. Swivel down the Side Platform. Push back the Side Platform into all holders, and the two integrated holders into the Dolly.
- Page 46 ACCESSORIES PLATFORM SET Even in low mode you are completely free with your wheels. You don‘t have to worry about crashing the platforms while you are moving the Dolly. Attention If you want to use only the left or right Side Platform you additionally need the holders on the front for stability.
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Page 47: High Platform
ACCESSORIES ACCESSORIES HIGH PLATFORM High Platforms To allow the cameraman to stand on a To allow the cameraman to stand on a higher level there is a height adjustable High higher level there is a height adjustable High Platform (311537) available. It can be mounted toolfree directly onto the It can be mounted toolfree directly onto the Dolly. -
Page 48: Flex Arm
ACCESSORIES FLEX ARM Flex Arm for Bluetooth Handset If you want to be more fl exible with the positioning of the Bluetooth Handset there is a Flex Arm available. This is what you need: - Handset Adapter 18mm (311567) - Adapter 3/8“ (310487) - Flex Arm 3/8“... - Page 49 ACCESSORIES FLEX ARM Attach the Bluetooth Handset to the Flex Arm Start positioning the Bluetooth Handset by as shown in the picture and fi x it with the opening the Flex Arm‘s wing bolts and refi x it black lever on the side. when you have reached the desired position.
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Page 50: Counterweight
ACCESSORIES COUNTERWEIGHT Counterweight for Offset Operation If you have a very offset setup in the front of the Dolly, you may need to add some counterweights. This is what you need: - Holder (178530) - Counter Balance Rod (310836) - Integrated Allen Key (311050) The Holder has to be mounted into the thread Use the integrated Allen Key to tighten the on the bottom-back side of the S-Type Dolly... - Page 51 ACCESSORIES COUNTERWEIGHT Center of gravity of entire Dolly system is moving forward by liftig up the arm DANGER! Keep in mind, that the center of gravity (weight on the Scissors-Arm) is moving forward by liftig the arm. Danger of tilting!
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Page 52: Camera Mount
ACCESSORIES CAMERA MOUNT Camera Mount The S-Type Dolly comes with a 80mm Tube which allows a variety of diff erent camera mounts and positions. You can use Bowls, Mitchell Plates and more to mount your 80mm Tube camera. Please take a look at out accessories program or contact us directly to get more information about it. - Page 53 ACCESSORIES CAMERA MOUNT Attention Always position the locking lever in a position without crashing the scissors-arm or any other obstacles. Centered Camera Position The length of the 80mm Tube is chosen to still let you center the camera in the middle of the Dolly without crashing the arm with the camera mount - even on ground level position as you can see in the left picture.
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Page 54: Center Plate
ACCESSORIES CAMERA MOUNT To get more information about all types of Panther accessories you can take a look at our website at www.panther.tv or contact us directly. ACCESSORIES CENTER PLATE screws in parking position With the Center Plate, the S-Type can be used Attach screws from parking position at as a Base Dolly. -
Page 55: Center Mount
ACCESSORIES CENTER MOUNT Center Mount With the Center Mount (302359), the Dolly serves as a With the Center Mount (302359), the Dolly serves as a base for jib arms or cranes up to a weight of 800 kg. base for jib arms or cranes up to a weight of 800 kg. Top View The Center Mount is attached at the marked To tighten the centre mount, all four screws... -
Page 56: Bumper
ACCESSORIES BUMPER Bumper The Bumper (311568) allows the operator to start pushing the Dolly using his leg without any pain on it because of the soft surface of the Bumper. To attach the Bumper to the S-Type Dolly you first have to clean the surface of the back carbon cover. - Page 57 ACCESSORIES BUMPER When the strip is sticked on, take a cutter After cutting you can put the screws to the and make small slits into the velcro fastener upper side. (only where the carbon cover has holes for the screws). Repeat all steps for the bottom side.
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Page 58: Transport
TRANSPORT REMOVE THE SCISSORS-ARM REMOVE THE SCISSORS-ARM Remove the Scissors-Arm Removing facilitates easier transport. There are Carrying Rods (310120) available to take the arm out. The two Carrying Rods diff er in one thing: one Take this one and mount it on the top side comes with additional holders. - Page 59 TRANSPORT REMOVE THE SCISSORS-ARM Pull the safety latch outwards. Disconnect the red electricity knob by pulling it out. Open the two screws on the left and right side Swing out the screws from the upper part of of the scissors-arm (front side of the Dolly) the holders by folding it sideways.
- Page 60 TRANSPORT REMOVE THE SCISSORS-ARM Now you need a second person. One person on Mount the second Carrying Rod. each side of the Dolly. You can take out the arm now by lifting both sides simultaneously. Remounting the Scissors-Arm is done by repeating all steps the other way: - Pull the Arm inside - Tighten the mechnical connection screw...
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Page 61: Carrying The Dolly
TRANSPORT CARRYING THE DOLLY Carrying the Dolly The S-Type Dolly comes with integrated carrying bars, one on each corner of the Dolly (4 in total). Carrying Grip As an option there are Extentions (302783) for the carrying bars available. They are used by plug & play: press the red know and push it inside the hole of the integrated carrying bar. -
Page 62: Emergency Operation
EMERGENCY OPERATION EMERGENCY OPERATION MOVE THE SCISSORS-ARM MANUALLY MOVE THE SCISSORS-ARM MANUALLY Manual Scissors-Arm movement In some cases (for example if your batteries In some cases (for example if your batteries are down) it might be necessary to move are down) it might be necessary to move the arm manually, without any electronic the arm manually, without any electronic support. -
Page 63: Notes
NOTES... - Page 64 FURTHER ASSISTANCE If you need any further assistance with this instructions (or also other questions) please contact our service department. SERVICE PHONE: SERVICE MAIL: (+49) 8095 71230 - 05 eric.suchetet@panther.tv ADDRESS PHONE / FAX ONLINE Phone: Am Bahnhof 19 (+49) 8095 71230 - 00 contact@panther.tv...
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