IV Camera Dolly USER GUIDE Operational Instructions & Specifications

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1 HybridTM IV Camera Dolly USER GUIDE Operational Instructions & Specifications Hybrid TM IV 203 Chapman/Leonard Studio Equipment, Inc.

2 Customer Service at or Chapman / Leonard Certified Locations: MAIN OFFICE 2950 Raymer Street, North Hollywood, CA Toll Free: Fax: Rentals Leasing Accounting Louisiana 668 Distributors Row Suite E Elmwood Business Park New Orleans, LA 7023 Toll Free: Fax: New York th Street Toll Free: Fax: Florida Orlando, Florida Toll Free: Fax: Georgia 20 Parkwest Drive #D Toll Free: Fax: Ohio 599 Industrial Parkway Cleveland, OH 4435 Toll Free: Fax: UK and Europe Chapman Leonard Studio Equipment, Ltd. Unit 2 North Orbital Commercial Park Napsbury Lane, St. Albans, Herts Fax: Texas 90 E. 5st Street Toll Free: Fax: New Mexico 5650 University Blvd. SE Albuquerque, NM 8706 Toll Free: Fax: Revision - 05/204 The Operator should be Qualified. For Assistance Please call our 24 hour Customer Service at No part of this manual may be reproduced or electronically transmitted without the written permission of Chapman/Leonard Studio Equipment, Inc.

3 Specifications CONTENTS 3 Geometry Lever 4 Arm Markers 9 Fast Mode 0 Detent Bypass 0 Float Mode 3 Brakes 9 Upper and Lower Board Setup Modes 24 Accessories Revision - 05/204 The Operator should be Qualified. For Assistance Please call our 24 hour Customer Service at No part of this manual may be reproduced or electronically transmitted without the written permission of Chapman/Leonard Studio Equipment, Inc.

4 Hybrid TM IV Specifications Vertical Boom Travel (Low Plate Setup) (Low Plate Setup) 43 in./.09 m The Hybrid IV in Low Profile Mode with. Conventional Mode 2. Crab Mode 3. Round Mode Steering modes The Universal Stop Valve controls arm movement with smooth, feathered stops. Adjustments to the Universal Stop Valve can be made without tools or the need to remove any covers or access plates. The Hybrid IV has a new Valve Control Float A new tire design The Side Board System The Hybrid IV has a built-in heat control system in the hydraulic system to maintain a minimum hydraulic oil temperature of 70ºF. This maintains optimum performance in even the coldest environment.

5 HYBRID IV HYBRID IV HYBRID TM IV Camera Dolly Stripped Down Carrying Weight = 395 lbs. (80 kg) Maximum Payload with Strut Attached = 700 lbs. (37.5 kg) CHAPMAN mm Track 880mm Track Configuration (Legs are set at 80 degrees) 9 4 CHAPMAN /2 inch Track Standard Track Configuration (Legs are set at 2 degrees) Standard Track Standard Track mm Track Top View of Leg Configurations 0 Standard Track With 7 in. Extension With 7 in. Extension /6 inch Track Compact & Narrow Track Configuration (Legs are set at 0 degrees) CHAPMAN Low Profile Extension

6 Hybrid TM IV Geometry Lever in all situations. The lever has three positions. Before the Geometry Lever is moved, the transmission must first be shifted 0º or 2º positions, the Geometry Lever must be moved to the left toward the center line of the Dolly (Inboard). A sticker is mounted near the Geometry Lever as a reminder. Setup Leg Positions Geometry Lever Comments Standard EURO Track 80º Standard Track 2.9º º 24 /2 Track Narrow Profile 0º º Compact Profile 80º 0º 68º /2 Track 2º /2 Track º 0º or 80º The Asymmetrical placement close to a wall or a more stable platform for the Operator. Wall Hugger Configuration Tip: Use the QuickJack to help make quick leg changes

7 Hybrid TM IV Arm Markers Colored Velcro Markers attach to the Arm (Upper and Lower). They can be repositioned to different locations on the Arm Precise, repetitive Stops are possible at all speeds. An improved Stop Valve System allows even faster, smoother stops. adjustment that can be performed in the field by a qualified technician. Markers Lined Up Marker Indicator

8 Hybrid TM FREE SHIFTING BETWEEN ALL SELECTIONS BOTH PINS OUT Conventional Mode the rear wheels pivot as the operator Crab Mode all wheels turn in uni- Round Handles. Control Pins can be set to limit which modes can can make transitions with confidence. SHIFTING BETWEEN CRAB & CONVENTIONAL ONLY TOP PIN OUT BOTTOM PIN IN 2. Shift fully to clear the (Halfway between Crab/ Conv. or Crab/Round.) 2. shift into Round, Crab or Conventional Modes. If the transmission still SHIFTING BETWEEN CRAB & ROUND ONLY TOP PIN IN BOTTOM PIN OUT NOTE Locked Position LOCKED IN CRAB ONLY BOTH PINS IN Never use pliers or channel locks on any part of the Dolly.

9 Hybrid TM The Hybrid IV can be shifted smoothly into either Round the course of a shot, even while with confidence. Minimum Turn Radius 3 inches is a new feature of the Hybrid IV. The Dolly can now be turned completely within it an ideal choice for Conventional Steering Mode Round Steering Mode Minimum Turn Radius 20 inches is the selection used most any direction. The camera lens maintains its orientation to the Crab Steering Mode

10 Hybrid TM 2 feels loose. Then turn the bottom collar until it can be removed. Hybrid Series of Dollies. 3 4 Column Make sure that the wheels are all oriented screw and collar. Test the dolly by

11 Hybrid TM The Universal Stop Valve The UP Feathering Lever The DOWN Feathering Lever - DOWN More Travel UP Less Travel Push Turn Turn Push Less Travel Turn Turn More Travel DOWN UP Control Valve Handle removed for clarity. When making Stop Adjustments:. Be certain the Arm is well beyond the desired Stop point. Then turn the Lever in beyond the desired Stop point. 2. Open the Main Control Valve to approach the desired Stop. 3. Open Lever to achieve movement until the desired Stop point is reached. 4. Close the Main Control Valve. For rapid deceleration beyond the normal for this system, the Dolly Grip can use the Stop Valve to initiate the Stop, then finalize the Stop with the Main Control Valve.

12 Hybrid TM IV Fast Mode push the arm down when the control value is opened. The Fast Mode Value is located on the rear left side of the WARNING! Failure to place the Control Valve in the Neutral position may cause the arm NOTE

13 Hybrid TM IV Detent Bypass New to the Hybrid IV dolly is the ability to eliminate the detent feature of the Control the Detent feature. There are only two The Detent Bypass is ON when the button is pushed IN. It is OFF when the button is pulled out. Hybrid TM IV Float Mode A new feature of the Hybrid IV dolly is the ability to fine tune how the arm reacts to the Control Valve Handle. The WARNING! NOTE: the Arm is now reverse direction without hesitation. Therefore, the Float position is achieved. Additionally the Grip can select their own Detent as preferred for a smoother transition from an upward or downward direction.

14 Hybrid TM Start Button For Optimal Safety Electrical Ground Do not attempt maintenance on the Hybrid TM The Valve Control Handle doubles as into the Foot Pump.

15 Hybrid TM clearance of 5/6 inch can be adjusted down to zero. In the Adjustable Detent Control System this can be felt as the Off position is between the Detents. qualified technician. Valve Control Handle Foot Pump Hybrid TM IV Brakes - incline.

16 Hybrid TM Flipped Remove Quick Release Pin Replace Quick Release Pin and Tighten Nut Other Leveling Head Options The same Set Up as shown above, but Head in the Normal Up position Foot Rest BACK POSITION The default position The payload on can be increased to 700 lbs. if the Support Strut is in place. FRONT POSITION For PayLoad Over 350 lbs BACK POSITION

17 Hybrid TM Head into place. Cam Lever Button on the side. The Head will now rotate Payload.

18 Hybrid TM The Narrow Side Boards attach to either side of the Hybrid IV. They slide into place and are secured to the chassis with two thumb screws. As shown in this picture. Low Mode Setup. The Standard Side Boards attach to either side of the Hybrid IV onto the Narrow Side Boards are secured to the chassis with two thumb screws. connects to the Standard Side Board.

19 Hybrid TM The Standard Side Boards are also adjustable for and aft on the the board to the desired location. Position lock down knob. The Side Boards may be moved to the rear of the Dolly for easy access to the front thumb screw. Then move the board forward to access the rear thumb screw.

20 Hybrid TM 2 The Adjustable Front Board attaches with A latch is located on the Chassis to hold the Adjustable Front Board or the Lift Pins in place Board in either the Upper or Lower position.

21 Hybrid TM IV Upper and Lower Board Setup Modes attached to the Hybrid IV, a stable platform allows the Grip to move the Dolly with a Camera Operator on board. Full Lower Side Board Setup

22 Hybrid TM 4 Narrow Side Board Set Up R L 6 6 Boards are only used in the Upper Position. 4 Standard Side Board Set Up 2 2 5R 3 5L Full Side Board Set Up (Upper or Lower) 4 2 R L 2 7R 3 7L

23 Hybrid TM IV Accessories Narrow Side Board (Left) Location M R Number L M R R 2 U L&R 2 Front Board (Adjustable) U 3 U 4 Narrow Corner Board (Left) M F 5L M F 5R 2 M F 6 M F 7L M F 7R M A Dolly Seat w/collar U A U F M A Left Rear (Aft) M L M L 2 Front Lift/Push Bars B 2 Rear Lift/Push Bars B B M R M R M R B Seat Offset B Dolly Nose Seat M A M L M L 6 7R Head w/nose L Plate M A 7L Low Camera Plate M A B B B Accessory Cart Cover B Hybrid IV User Guide B

24 Hybrid TM LEGEND U Upper Nose Seat M Middle B L Left Side R F Front A Aft (Rear) Left Side L R

25 Hybrid TM improve performance on Floors, Hardwood, Track and behind tire squeaks and the tendency of tires to stick to Use the same spray to clean the tires.

26 FOR USE WITH ALL CHAPMAN DOLLIES the lower rear Side Board Hole. Easily lifts the Hustler dolly to a different side board hole. the lower center Side Board Hole. Easily lifts the Hybrid dolly the center Side Board Hole. Easily lifts the PeeWee dolly for a

27 Hybrid TM TM IV Never directly spray the Dolly with water. Use soap and water applied to a cloth or paper towel, or preferably a brush to wipe down the rubber and metal parts of the Dolly. the finish. A clean Dolly will ensure optimum performance with Performance on Tile Floors, Hardwood, Track and even on Concrete. Use the same spray to clean the Tires. For Metal For Rubber and Plastic Hybrid TM IV Optional Accessories Grip Pouch Rear Deck Board The optional Rainhouse protects the camera and operator from the elements. Also available in an opaque sunshade version.

28 Hybrid TM Bars from the Accessory Cart to remove the Dolly are fully seated and the of the Hybrid IV is 395 lbs. Use all four make a move with Bar per end or per side may cause injury. The dolly is cradled and no additional bolts or straps are needed. Remove the Lifting Bars from the dolly and place them in the crate. Accessories that come off the Hybrid IV to be placed in or on the Accessory Cart. One side of the Accessory Cart Crate can be lowered to form a ramp. The Accessory Cart can then be wheeled

29 COLDWATER CYN. Hybrid TM Dolly must be properly crated before shipment. If no bays are available, please park on Raymer Street and advise the Rental Office of your arrival. Our Rental Staff is well trained to process equipment and documents efficiently *ALL RENTALS must be returned by 0:00 AM at the North Hollywood Facility. Rental Office Hours: Monday - Friday: 7:00 AM 6:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM 2:00 PM Sundays: CLOSED Raymer Street North Hollywood, CA RAYMER ST. SHERMAN WAY 8 N n