Sachtler CamCrane EFP User manual

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Version: 2.0/10/04

Ausgabedatum / Issue Date : Okt 04

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CamCrane EFP Table of Contents

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Table of Contents

1 General Information....................................................... 27

2 Intended Use ................................................................. 27

3 Symbols used in the User’s Manual.............................. 28

4 Safety Instructions......................................................... 29

5 Scope of Supply............................................................. 31

6 CamCrane EFP ............................................................. 33

7 Assembly of the CamCrane EFP .................................. 34

7.1 Setting up the Tripod......................................... 34

7.1.1 Set up with Dolly XL......................................34

7.2 Mounting the Tripod Head................................. 34

7.3 Mounting the Pipes............................................ 35

7.4 Mounting the Tension Cables............................ 37

7.5 Mounting the Control Cable............................... 40

7.6 Mounting the Camera........................................ 42

7.7 Mounting the Weight Rod.................................. 43

7.8 Setting the Damping.......................................... 45

8 Adjusting the CamCrane EFP....................................... 46

9 Dismantling the CamCrane EFP................................... 46

10 Shooting with the CamCrane EFP ................................ 47

11 Technical Data............................................................... 49

12 Cleaning the CamCrane EFP........................................ 50

13 Inspection Note.............................................................. 50

14 Accessories and Options............................................... 50

15 Spare Parts.................................................................... 50

16 Warranty........................................................................ 51

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1 General Information

This manual is an important part of the equipment and is aimed at personnel who

operate and maintain the CamCrane EFP. It contains information about the crane and

its proper use. Above all it serves to safeguard users and the environment.

It is the duty of each user to familiarize themselves with the contents of the manual and

to adhere exactly to all instructions relating to safety.

In addition, the rules and regulations governing the prevention of accidents must also

be observed for the operating site being used.

The most important safety instructions are summarized in Chapter 4 “Safety

Instructions”. Additional information in other chapters is identified clearly with the

corresponding symbols, summarized in Chapter 3 ”Symbols used in the User’s

Manual”.

This manual must be preserved carefully.

2 Intended Use

This crane was developed to enable the movement of cameras for the shooting of

scenic performances.

Any use above and beyond this purpose is deemed improper.

The maximum payload is dependent on crane arm length and may not exceed the

limits given in Chapter 11 “Technical Data”.

The CamCrane EFP may only be operated with the original Sachtler cable set.

Operation without a cable is not permitted.

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3 Symbols used in the User’s Manual

Danger

Indicates an immediate danger to the life and health of users.

Non-observance of these instructions leads to seriously harmful

consequences to health, including life-threatening injuries.

Warning

Indicates a possible danger to the life and health of users.

Non-observance of these instructions may have seriously harmful

consequences to health, including life-threatening injuries.

Caution

Indicates a possibly dangerous situation.

Non-observance of these instructions can lead to slight injury or

material damage.

Note

Indicates a possibly harmful situation.

Non-observance can damage the machine or the environment.

F

Important

Indicates user tips and other particularly useful information.

Õ

Shows you what steps to take.

á

Informs you about the results of your actions.

l

Indicates an item in a list

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4 Safety Instructions

Danger

• Observe all current safety regulations for the prevention of

accidents during stage and studio operation

(BGV C1 and SP 25.1, DIN 15999 Operation of Camera Cranes).

• Observe the local safety regulations governing the prevention of

accidents.

• Keep the CamCrane away from children.

• Operate the CamCrane under the supervision of trained personnel

only.

• Do not leave the CamCrane unattended when set up.

• All persons must be kept out of the CamCrane’s required pan

range.

Please also be aware that people can suddenly walk into the pan

range area.

• The planned movement sequence must be tested before shooting

begins, with particular attention to the necessary height of the site

being used.

Avoid abrupt stops.

• Always take care when lowering the camera end of the crane to the

ground or floor on completing a crane movement.

Never let go of the crane before a crane movement is completed.

• Follow the steps for lowering the camera and weights in the correct

sequence.

Otherwise the camera head or the weight rod can spring up

unexpectedly.

• Secure the camera with the safety strap during shooting breaks, tilt

the camera down and remove the counterweights.

• Please take note that there are a number of points where jamming

can take place (e.g. when fitting pipes together, tightening cables or

moving the crane arm).

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Warning

Danger of toppling over

• Danger of toppling exists when the crane is set up.

• The minimum payload of the tripod must exceed 140 kg / 308.7 lb.

• The height of the tripod to its uppermost point may not exceed

100 cm / 3’7”. The tripod legs must not be extended.

• Operators must use a fully extended ground spreader or off-ground

spreader with the tripod.

• The build up diameter of the tripod must be at least 1.5 m / 4’1”.

• Place the CamCrane only on even ground that is able to support

the load.

On slippery surfaces, ground spreaders must be additionally

secured with sand sacks.

• It is not possible to use sand sacks to secure off-ground spreaders.

On slippery surfaces, rubber feet must be used with tripods that

have off-ground spreaders to ensure a secure grip.

• Take additional safety steps against horizontal force (e.g. wind) to

prevent the CamCrane EFP from toppling.

The CamCrane may not be operated in high winds.

Dolly operation

• The CamCrane may only be moved with an additional operator.

• The CamCrane may only be moved off-scenic.

• All brakes have to be fixed right after moving the CamCrane.

• The friction on the tripod head has to be adjusted according to the

charge of the CamCrane.

• The CamCrane may not be used

– in uneven terrain

– over thresholds

– with a guideway.

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5 Scope of Supply

• Tripod head

− with built-in leveling bubble

− standard

3

/

8

“ and ¼“ threads

for mounting accessories

(e.g. monitor)

− spindle for adjustment to both

the horizontal movement and

top/ bottom views

• Main pipe

− with 2 towers and 2 outriggers

• 2 Extension pipes

• Support pipe

with 2 small towers and 2

outriggers

• Pipe with camera plate

− with sliding camera plate

− with Touch & Go



camera

plate

− built-in control cable, yellow

• Weight pipe

With 2 standard

3

/

8

“ threads for

mounting accessories

(e.g. monitor)

• Weight rod

− with safety loops

− with O-rings to prevent the

weights from slipping

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• Cable sets

for different extensions

2 x tower cables and 2 x outrigger

cables for “long”, “medium” and

“short” extensions

Optional: cable sets for “super-

short” extension

Optional: extension cables for “extra-

long” extension

• 4 x basic cables with stopping

sleeves

• Control cable with stopping

sleeves so it can be used for

different crane lengths

• 6 Velcro ribbons

to secure the cables in place

• Safety strap

to secure the camera

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6 CamCrane EFP

The CamCrane EFP is the ideal “traveling crane”. Well-packed away in its transport

bags it measures just 1.5 m / 4’11“in length and can therefore be taken anywhere.

The unique Sachtler damping system ensures vibration-free crane movements for the

best possible picture quality.

The crane can be used to control both the camera’s horizontal movement and

top/bottom views. Using the spindle, the operator can easily set and adjust the

camera’s position from the crane’s tripod head, even when the camera is mounted.

Outriggers, towers and tension cables give the entire construction exceptional stability.

The CamCrane EFP is telescopable and can be adjusted by the operator quickly and

easily without tools.

A flat-base connection is a standard accessory of the CamCrane EFP. We recommend

the combination with the Sachtler OB 2000 tripod. Other tripod connections are also

available.

The crane has a maximum payload of 18 kg / 39.7 lb (camera weight at full extension –

with a telescopic length of “long“). Its innovative design guarantees vibration-free 360°

panning. Bubble levels for crane and camera adjustment are a standard feature.

Tower and tension

cables

Tripod

Pipes

Towers

Outriggers

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7 Assembly of the CamCrane EFP

Danger

Please observe the safety instructions in Chapter 4.

7.1 Setting up the Tripod

The CamCrane EFP may only be set up on a suitable aluminum tripod that has a

minimum payload of 140 kg / 308.8 lb.

Õ Place the tripod (e.g. Sachtler OB 2000) on even ground that is able to support the

load. (Tripod height may not exceed 1.1 m / 3’7”).

Õ Always use a fully extended ground or off-ground spreader.

Õ On slippery surfaces, ground spreaders must be secured with sand sacks.

It is not possible to use sand sacks to secure off-ground spreaders. To ensure a

secure grip on slippery surfaces, rubber feet must also be used with tripods that

have off-ground spreaders.

7.1.1 Set up with Dolly XL

The CamCrane EFP was designed for use with the Sachtler Dolly XL (Code No. 7080).

For this purpose only the Sachtler Tripods OB 2000 (Code No. 6481), Cine 2000 L

(Code No. 6281) or OB 2000 Mitchell (Code No. 6482) can be used.

Õ To attach the tripodlegs onto the dolly you have to put the tripodfeet into the

provided slots.

Õ Every foot has to be secured onto the dolly with the bracket..

7.2 Mounting the Tripod Head

A flat-base connection is a standard accessory of the CamCrane EFP. Adapters are

available for other tripod connections (see Chapter 14 “Accessories and Options“).

Õ Place the tripod head on the flat-base tripod and

screw it on tightly.

The 4 tightening screws (3/8” thread) are part of

the tripod.

Õ Level the tripod with the help of the leveling

bubble on the tripod head.

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7.3 Mounting the Pipes

Note

The maximum payload of the crane is dependent on crane arm length

and may not exceed the limits given in Chapter 11 “Technical Data“.

The standard version of the CamCrane EFP is delivered with six different pipes. For

special operating conditions, an extension set (pipe and extension cable), which

enables operators to extend the crane arm length to 6.5 m / 21’4” (“extra long“), is

optionally available.

6

5

4

3

2

1

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Please refer to the table below to see which pipes need to be used for the desired

crane arm length.

You can assemble the following telescopic lengths:

Type of pipe for telescopic length

1.7 m /

5’7"

“Super-

short“

2.9 m /

9’6"

“Short“

4.1 m /

13'5“

“Medium“

5.3 m /

17'5”

“Long“

Option

6.5 m /

21'4”

“Extra-

long“

1

Weight pipe

X X X X X

2

Main pipe

with towers and

outriggers

X X X X X

3

Extension pipe 1

X X X X

4

Support pipe

with small towers and

outriggers

X X

5

Extension pipe 2

X X X

6

Pipe with camera plate

X X X X X

7

Option “extra-long“

additional pipe

1,2 m / 1.3 yd

(not shown)

X

Õ Begin the pipe assembly by inserting the weight pipe into the tripod head.

Insert it into the side where the bubble level is located.

Õ Push the pipes into each other.

Õ Press and hold down the press-buttons on one

pipe and let them snap into the perforations of

the other pipe.

á The connection is complete, when red press-

buttons project fully through the outer pipe on

both sides.

Õ Proceed in the same way with the other selected pipes, until you have achieved the

desired crane arm length.

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7.4 Mounting the Tension Cables

F

Important

The cables have colored markings at the ends. The colors relate to the

colored cable attachments on the pipes. The outrigger cables are

marked red, while the tower cables are marked blue.

During assembly, please take note of this color-coding.

First, hang and attach the appropriate cable sets.

Each cable set consists of two outrigger cables and two tower cables.

• In cable set “long“ each tower and outrigger cable consists of two cable sets.

• To set up the crane arm length in the “extra-long“ mode (optional), the longer

cables from the cable set “long“ are extended using an extension cable.

The cable set “basic cables“ can be recognized from their stopping sleeves and snap

hooks.

This cable set is required for all crane lengths, except for the length “super-short “.

Select the cable length appropriate to the desired crane arm length, as described in the

following table.

Telescopic length

Identification Cable set

Option

1.7 m /

5’7"

“Super-

short“

2.9 m /

9’6"

“Short“

4.1 m /

13'5“

“Medium“

5.3 m /

17'5”

“Long“

Option

6.5 m /

21'4”

“Extra-

long“

Stopping sleeve

and snap hook

Basic cable

X X X X

Super-short

X

Short

X

Ring/Ring

Medium

X

Ring/ring with

two stopping

sleeves

Long

X

Ring/snap hook Extra-long

X X

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Õ First, hang the basic cables to the weight

pipe.

In the process, please be sure to follow the

color-coding.

Basic cables are not required for assembly

with the cable set “super-short “.

In this case, hang one end of each cable to

the weight pipe and the other end directly to

the pipe with the camera plate.

Õ Hang the basic cable’s snap hook to the

cable set ring appropriate to the desired

crane arm length.

Õ Hang the other end of the cable to the pipe

with the camera plate.

Please be sure to follow the color-coding.

− Assembly for crane arm length “long“:

Each tower and outrigger cable in the

cable set “long“ consists of two cable

sets. One cable end is attached to the

basic cable, and the other cable ends are

hung on the support pipe and the pipe

with the camera plate.

− Assembly for crane arm length “extra-

long“: Extension cables are used to

extend the cables in the cable set “long“.

After all cables have been hung, the next step is

to tighten them.

Õ Lay the cables in the guiding slots at the ends

of the outriggers and towers on the main pipe

(all lengths) and the support pipes (for crane

arm lengths "long" and "extra-long".)

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Õ To tighten the cables, next pull the outriggers

and towers towards the tripod. Start by

tightening the blue colored tower cables.

For crane arm lengths “long“and “extra-

long“: First fold the towers and outriggers on

the support pipe upwards, and then the

towers and outriggers on the main pipe.

Õ Take care to create optimal cable tension during crane assembly.

Cable tension on all towers and outriggers can be re-adjusted.

In order to do so, take the desired tower cable or outrigger cable out of the guiding

slot.

Next, unscrew the screw on the head of the tower or outrigger 180°.

Hang the cable again and pull the tower/outrigger once again towards the tripod to

tighten the cable.

If the cable is not yet tight enough, repeat the procedure.

Note

The innermost edge of the tower or outrigger’s head may not reach any

further than the outermost edge of the end piece. If it is no longer

possible to achieve this position, a new cable must be used.

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7.5 Mounting the Control Cable

The control cable can be used for all crane arm lengths, as several stopping sleeves

are found on the cable at intervals.

For shorter crane arm lengths, the length of the control cable can be shortened by

attaching the stopping sleeve you desire.

For set-ups with the crane arm length “extra-long“, the control cable is extended with

an extension cable.

F

Important

Surplus cable should be rolled up and fastened with a Velcro ribbon, so

that no one can get tangled in it.

Õ Lay the cable that the

camera plate is

fastened to in a

clockwise direction

around the black disk

on the camera plate

and connect it with the

control cable (colored

yellow).

Õ To do this attach the

snap hook to the small

ring on the control

cable.

The control cable needs to be extended if you want to carry out extreme movements

for top and bottom views. For this purpose attach the snap hook to the extension

element on the control cable.

Standard attachment Attachment for extreme top/bottom views

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Õ Next, guide the other end of the control cable

to the tripod head.

Õ Guide the control cable

− first in a clockwise direction over the large

pulley at the top

− then in an anti-clockwise direction around

the smaller lower pulley, and

− through the opening on the opposite side.

Õ Attach the stopping sleeve at the end of the

control cable in the stopper designed for that

purpose.

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7.6 Mounting the Camera

Note

The maximum payload of the crane is dependent on crane arm length

and may not exceed the limits given in Chapter 11 “Technical Data“.

Please observe the safety instructions in Chapter 4.

The Sachtler Sandwich Touch & Go



camera plate is a standard feature of the

CamCrane EFP. It enables the camera to be quickly mounted and dismounted and

allows problem-free changeover between crane and tripod. And the Sachtler sliding

plate ensures fast and easy adjustment to the camera position.

Õ To mount the camera grab the red locking lever and pull the round locking knob

down.

Õ Push the locking lever to the left stopper and remove the camera plate.

Õ Fix the camera plate approximately in the camera’s center of gravity.

Õ When the camera (plate) is remounted, it locks automatically and the locking lever

springs back into the starting position.

á Audible click

Õ Secure the camera with the safety belt, which

is included in delivery. Thread the belt through

the base plate holder.

Õ To adjust the camera position, simply open

the clamp lever on the Sachtler sliding plate,

move the camera into the right position and

re-close the lever.

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7.7 Mounting the Weight Rod

Danger

Danger of toppling over!

Distribute the balance weights alternately and equally on both sides of the

weight rod.

If you use dumb-bell disks as balance weights, the individual disk weight

may not exceed 10 kg / 22 lb.

Please observe the safety instructions in Chapter 4

Õ Slide the weight rod (without O-rings) through

the hole at the end of the weight pipe.

Õ Secure the rod with the black clamp lever on

the weight pipe so that it is centered on the

pipe.

Õ Balance the crane by evenly distributing appropriate, fastenable weights (e.g.

dumb-bell disks) on both sides of the weight rod. Slide the weights as close to the

middle as possible.

Õ Use the O-rings to secure the weights against slipping.

Õ Re-insert the safety pins into the left and right side of the weight rod so that the

weights cannot fall off.

The balance weight depends on both the camera’s weight and the crane arm length.

In the table below, you can find cut-off values for the balance weights required:

Telescopic length

1.7 m /

5’7"

“Super-

short“

2.9 m /

9’6"

“Short“

4.1 m /

13'5”

“Medium“

5.3 m /

17'5”

“Long“

Option

6.5 m /

21'4”

“Extra-

long“

Maximum camera

weight

35 kg /

77.2 lb

32 kg /

70.5 lb

25 kg /

55.1 lb

18 kg /

39.7 lb

12 kg /

26.5 lb

Maximum balance

weight

45 kg /

99.3 lb

75 kg /

165.4 lb

85 kg /

187.4 lb

95 kg /

209.5 lb

95 kg /

209.5 lb

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7.8 Setting the Damping

The Sachtler CamCrane EFP has a unique damping system, which ensures the best

possible picture quality. Operators can set three different damping steps within the

camera plate, dependent on camera weight.

F

Important

While setting the damping step, you have to pan the camera plate for a

moment so that the pins snap in.

Õ

Switching between damping steps is achieved

by screwing the pins in and out respectively.

This enables you to choose between the

following steps:

Pin position

Damping level

Left pin Right pin

No damping Left stopper Left stopper

Step one Left stopper Right stopper

Step two Right stopper Left stopper

Step three Right stopper Right stopper

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