MidtownVideo.com » Jibs http://midtownvideo.com Fri, 03 Feb 2012 23:40:41 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Matthews DC Slider http://midtownvideo.com/rental/matthews-dc-slider http://midtownvideo.com/rental/matthews-dc-slider#comments Tue, 16 Aug 2011 16:36:36 +0000 mike http://midtownvideo.com/?p=2094 DC Slider, a multifunctional camera platform that offers many creative possibilities to camera operators. By combining an unusually long variable-angled camera slider track with mini-jib functionality, the DC-Slider is truly remarkable displaying both state-of-the-art technology and precision engineering. Additionally, the DC-Slider quickly transforms into a vertical 6-foot tower. In this configuration the DC-Slider's counterbalancing feature ensures precision camera moves are smooth and steady. And that's what makes it so unique! ANGLES: The DC-Slider allows a wide rance of variable angle operations. No matter how acute the angle, the counterbalance system will assure steady and stable camera movements. A simple, positive-locking adjustment feature allows for camera placement at the exact vertical or off-axis position for creative imaging. Minimum and maximum heights of the DC-Slider in the multi-angled positions are dependent on the height of the tripod. MINI-JIB: In the Mini-Jib mode, the DC-Slider operates a working diameter of 63" (160cm) on the horizontal. The counterbalance system is locked to ensure unvarying movements through the full-range of the jib arm's capabilities. An easy adjustment of the parallelogram bar will allow the camera to stay locked on to a subject through the rance of the jib arm's vertical travel rather than staying in a fixed attitude. The maximum and minimum operating heights of the Mini-jib function are dependent on the height of the tripod. SLIDER: The DC-Slider can be mounted on a single tripod or placed on level or uneven surfaces and the constant counterbalance feature will always maintain a uniform pressure that ensures uniform camera movements throughout the full tracking length of 63" (160cm)]]> Slider Set up:
Rail Length
73″ / 185cm

Tracking Length
63″ / 160cm

Vertical Height
79″ / 200cm

Maximum Load
22lbs / 10kg

Weight
28lbs / 12kg

Counterweights
26lbs / 12kg

Mini-Jib Set up:
Maximum Height
114″ / 290cm (w/Tripod at 63″ / 160cm)

Working Diameter
at Horizontal, 63″ / 160cm

Cases (2 per system):
Large Case
76″x10″x12″ / 193x25x39cm
17lbs / 8kg

Small Case
36″x8″x14″ / 93x20x35cm
9lbs / 4kg

Click here to download the DC Slider Manual

]]> http://midtownvideo.com/rental/matthews-dc-slider/feed 0 MILLER PRO JIB http://midtownvideo.com/rental/miller-pro-jib http://midtownvideo.com/rental/miller-pro-jib#comments Sat, 13 Mar 2010 20:05:03 +0000 tom http://midtownvideo.com/?p=261 Highlights: Handling camera payloads up to 50 lbs. Attaches quickly and easily to most conventional heads and tripods, giving it flexibility for use as a cost-effective studio crane where on-shot elevation is required, or on location where setup speed, weight and size are critical. Fitted with Pan and Tilt drag controls and a positive lock for the Jib arm vehicle movement. The tilt lock is easily distinguished from the tilt drag by the large cone shape thrust locker located under the tilt lock knob. Rotating the drag adjusters increases or reduces the amount of drag. Extends your camera height range to 2 meters (6-ft), allowing a single operator to achieve impressive crane perspectives. Uses standard barbell weights, plus a unique sliding tailshaft for precise counterbalance. Only 25 lbs., Pro-Jib is half the weight of comparable Jibs. It also folds down to an incredibly compact 48" for easy transportation. ]]> Construction
Hard anodized & die cast Alloy, Stainless Steel

Payload Capacity
50.0 lbs

Counterbalance System
Standard barbell weights (50lbs included)

Height Range
78″ (Max height depends on tripod)

Tilt Lock
Friction lock

Tilt Drag
Adjustable friction system

Pan Lock
Friction lock

Spring Loaded Counter Bal
Adjustable friction system

Pan Range
360°

Tripod Attachment
100mm Ball

Head Attachment
100mm Bowl

Head Arm Leveling
Adjustable

Leveling Indicators
2 x Bubble levels (tripod end & head end)

Fold Down
48.0″

Weight
25.0 lbs

]]> http://midtownvideo.com/rental/miller-pro-jib/feed 0 COMELY DV CRANE II (DVC2) http://midtownvideo.com/rental/comely-dv-crane-ii-dvc2 http://midtownvideo.com/rental/comely-dv-crane-ii-dvc2#comments Sat, 13 Mar 2010 20:02:25 +0000 tom http://midtownvideo.com/?p=258 Comely DV Crane II Extendable Jib is designed to work with modern hand held camcorders. It mounts on the Manfrotto 028 Tripod Legs and can be extended 51-85". The DV Crane II is an upgrade of the original DV Crane and therefore has a feature allowing the user the ability to work without adding a tripod head. Fast Set-Up It can be mounted onto legs in less than one minute and can be all set up in less than five. Extension of the Crane to desired length can be completed in seconds without cables and pulleys. ]]> Construction
Metal

Camera Payload Capacity
Estimated 15 lb

Counterbalance System
Standard barbell weights included

Height Range
51-85″

Tilt Lock
Yes

Pan Lock
Yes

Pan Range
360 degrees from attachment to tripod legs
*no pan at camera end

Tripod Attachment
3/8″

Camera Attachment
1/4″

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