STEDDIEPOD Instruction Booklet The STEDDIEPOD is easy to setup and use, this booklet is your guide to help you get started so you can get those fantastic shots right now! Ph. 818-982-7775 BarberTVP.com STEDDIEPOD, BarberTech, Barber Technologies, & the BarberTech logo are trademarks of Barber Technologies and Eddie Barber. Copyright 2006-2010 Barber Technologies.
Thank you for purchasing the STEDDIEPOD, the world's most versatile camera stabilizer / support! ==> The brief history of how the STEDDIEPOD came to be... Eddie Barber created the great-granddaddy of the STEDDIEPOD (called the EddieCam) back in the 1980s while shooting snow skiers for NBC Sports.
WARNINGS: - By using this product, you agree and understand that BarberTech is NOT responsible or liable for any damages which may occur during use. Since the STEDDIEPOD can be used in so many different ways, and people do use it differently, there are some things we want you to watch out for! - It is NOT recommended for you to run at full speed with the STEDDIEPOD. You could trip, fall and hurt yourself, someone else, or damage your gear.
The Basics of STEDDIEPOD Functionality - The fluid head with level ball, dutch tilt & quick release plate The STEDDIEPOD head has a spring-loaded fluid head with a built in dutch tilt and includes and quick release plate with a ¼-20 screw mount. The head has full pan and tilt. Adjustments can be made easily by twisting the knobs on the head for the desired functionality.
How to Get Into Each Mode Balancing for Handheld Camera Stabilizer Mode 1a 1) Twist (counter-clockwise) and unfold the stabilizer bars at the base of the STEDDIEPOD until they are at a right angle to the main shaft. 1b Twist (clockwise) and tighten the stabilizer bars until firm (DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN). Do not force the stabilizer bars. Loosen them until they easily move into position, then tighten them back down.
How to Get Into Each Mode Handheld Camera Stabilizer Mode * continued… * You can also use the optional offset balance plate to change the balance point of your camera. Simply attach it to your ¼-20: hole changing the balance point to where you need it. * * 3a a 3) Remove the quick release plate from the head and attach it to your camera. Attach the quick release plate to your camera.
How to Get Into Each Mode Handheld Camera Stabilizer Mode continued… 5a 5) Depending on the model of STEDDIEPOD that you own, you will see either a set screw (with adjustment tool attached) or an adjustment knob on the handle disc area of your STEDDIEPOD. 5b 6a 6) Use your free hand to loosen the knob or set screw on the handle disc so you will be able to slide the handle disc up or down on the main shaft.
How to Get Into Each Mode Body Brace Mount Mode 1) Follow the steps to setup and balance your STEDDIEPOD for Handheld Camera Stabilizer Mode. 2) Adjust the head so the handle is facing back toward you. 3) Hold the STEDDIEPOD with one hand and bring it back toward your body. 4) Align the handle of the head to be against your right shoulder. 5) Align two of the counter balance weights/stabilizer bars against your hips or upper thighs. 6) Use your other hand to hold the camera and to make your adjustments.
How to Get Into Each Mode Camera Boom Mode 1) Follow the steps to setup and balance your STEDDIEPOD for Handheld Camera Stabilizer Mode. 2) Extend the main shaft outward by telescoping the sections out to the desired length. 3) Adjust the camera and head where desired for the shot you need. 4) Brace two of the counter weights/stabilizer bars against your hips if doing a simple boom over head height or lower subjects.
How to Get Into Each Mode Body Camera Mount/Ego Cam Mode 2a 1) Follow the steps to setup and balance your STEDDIEPOD for Handheld Camera Stabilizer Mode. 2) Now use the main shafts section clamps/clips/knobs to extend the main shaft to the length desired. 2b 3) Adjust the head so the camera is facing you or your talent or subject. 4) Brace two of the stabilizer bars on your hip and use one arm to hold the STEDDIEPOD by its handle or anywhere along the main shaft.
How to Get Into Each Mode Low Mode/Doggy/Kitty/Monkey Cam Mode 1) Follow the steps to setup and balance your STEDDIEPOD for Handheld Camera Stabilizer Mode. 2) Telescope the main shaft outward to the length desired. 3) Flip the STEDDIEPOD upside down and hold it with the counter balance weights/stabilizer bars closer to your upper body and the camera and head is closer to the ground.
