II linear Setup Guide
Welcome to the Syrp family Before you start filming, there are a few simple steps to follow to ensure your Genie II is assembled correctly and you’re sliding smoothly. This guide will walk you through the correct Genie II set up, as well as some helpful tips. Additional resources can be found at support.syrp.co.
What’s in the Box Genie II Linear (Battery + QR Plate Incl.
Genie II Linear Quick Release Button Quick Release Lock Linear Base 90mm Camera Port Capstan Drive Gear Capstan release button Joystick Power Button Tightening Wheel USB-C Port Camera recording light Charging light Wireless connection light
Install the Capstan 1 Align the markings and insert the Capstan. 2 Turn the capstan counter clockwise until you hear a CLICK! Correct Rope Direction Incorrect Rope Direction The rope shouldn’t exit the channels and cross back over itself.
Quick Release Plate Pull out the 90mm Quick Release Plate and screw to the base of your ballhead or video head. 3 1 Push Quick Release button across and pull the plate up to remove 2 UNLOCK Open the Quick Release Lock SWAP PULL TO RELEASE Pull the Thread Release to swap between 3/8” & 1/4” Camera Screws.
Mount Camera Push 7 the 90mm Quick Release Plate down into the Genie II Linear. You will hear a click when it’s flush and engaged. Close the Quick Release Lock. ! IMPORTANT Do not lift the Genie and or attached equipment by the camera. Always detach first and transport separately. 1 Always lock the Quick Release once the plate is installed.
Mount the Genie Magic Carpet PRO Standard Slider Push the Genie II Linear directly down into the Quick Release Base and lock it. Screw the Genie II Linear clockwise onto a 3/8 thread and fully tighten. Tightening Wheel can also be used to screw to base ! Always lock the Quick Release once the plate is installed.
Mounting Warning You 7 must ensure the Quick Releases are installed correctly. Incorrect installation could result in your equipment detaching and cause harm to your equipment or others. ! IMPORTANT Ensure the Quick Release Plate and the Linear Base is fully inserted. They should be flush.
Tie off the Genie Rope Tie 7 off the Genie rope to both ends of your track using the supplied rope hooks. Make note of the correct direction of the rope as illustrated. Correct Rope Direction Incorrect Rope Direction Rope should not pass through on the inside of the Genie II Linear.
Remove / Install Battery 1 3 2 Before you use the Genie for the first time you must remove the battery tape UNLOCK Push the Quick Release button and lift the lock.
Camera Control The shutter cable is not required for video recording 1 Plug the 2.5mm jack end of your Syrp Link Cable into the Camera Port. 2 Connect the opposite end of your Syrp Link Cable into the remote port of your camera.
Connect to Genie 1 Turn on the Genie, press the on button once. 2 Turn Bluetooth on in your mobile device settings. 3 Download the Syrp Genie App 4 Open the Syrp Genie App. Continued overleaf.
App Connect 1 Tap the CONNECT icon. CONNECTION GENIE II Linear CONNECTION 2 Select your Genie or multiple Genies to link to more than one Genie. 3 Tick confirms Connection. GENIE II Linear 4 Press “OK”.
Joystick Drive The 7 Genie Linear can be driven manually left and right and into position with Joystick.
Charging Select 7 your country’s plug and connect to the Charger. Connect the USB-C charging cable to the charger and to one of the Genie’s USB ports.
Remove the Capstan UNLOCK 1 Push in the Capstan Release Button and hold in. 2 Turn the capstan clockwise and pull it out to remove.
Thread the Capstan 1 Holding the Capstan with the bayonet end down, thread the rope in through the bottom channel from the right to the left. Wind 4x around 4x 3x 2x 1x 2 Thread the rope around the Capstan until you can count 4 rope winds through the capstan window. 3 Pull the rope up out through the top channel.
Genie Quick Tips When recording photographs always set your camera and lens to manual focus (MF), if set to Auto Focus (AF) the camera can misfire leading to missed frames. Turn image review OFF on your camera. On some cameras image review can cause missed frames in your time-lapse.
Firmware Tips If you’re having difficulty updating the Firmware try theses tips. • Try to update on a different device, if it works you can go back to using your original device. • Do not connect to other Bluetooth devices while updating, it's best to turn off other nearby Bluetooth devices completely, or the update may fail. • Try the update from a different location, in some situations unknown interference can cause a failed update. For more information visit support.syrp.co.
User Warnings In this guide you’ll learn how to operate the Genie II Linear correctly. Your safety is our top priority so please ensure you read this entire guide fully and understand it before you go filming. We also suggest that you keep this guide for future reference. DISCLAIMER Syrp has made every effort to provide clear and accurate information in this guide, which is provided solely for your, information.
Stay in Touch We 7 hope that the Genie II helps to expand your creativity and assists in making better films. Please stay in touch with us, join our community and show us your work. www.syrp.co youtube.com/syrptube vimeo.com/syrp instagram.com/syrp_ facebook.com/syrp.co.nz twitter.com/syrp_ syrp@syrp.co.nz 32 Crummer Rd Auckland 1021 New Zealand Ph.
User Warnings In this guide you’ll learn how to operate the Genie II Linear correctly. Your safety is our top priority so please ensure you read this entire guide fully and understand it before you go filming. We also suggest that you keep this guide for future reference. DISCLAIMER Syrp has made every effort to provide clear and accurate information in this guide, which is provided solely for your, information.
Subject to any express warranty listed on the support page at www.syrp.co.
You must ensure that the Genie II Linear is only used for its purpose and in accordance with this guide. Please read the Product Warnings and Safety Instructions carefully before using. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock hazard, keep this equipment away from all liquids.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock and annoying interference, use the recommended accessories only. CAUTION: Danger of explosion or fire if battery is tampered with or mistreated. Do not dispose of the Genie II Linear and/or the battery in fire. Do not store the Genie II Linear and/or the battery in temperatures over 50°C (104°F) or below -20°C (-4°F). Do not expose the Genie II Linear and/or battery to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY INSTRUCTION READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS. KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS. FOLLOW THEM CAREFULLY. - Do not use the Genie II Linear for anything other than creating motion control time-lapse photography and video. - Never use the Genie II Linear above people or animals or close to motor vehicles, railway stations, highways, railway lines, schools, city centres or other public or sensitive areas. The Genie II Linear could fall and cause personal injury or damage.
- If the Genie II Linear is suddenly brought in from the cold into a warm room, condensation may form on the Genie II Linear. Do not use the Genie II Linear. This is to avoid damaging it. If there is condensation, remove any accessories and wait until the condensation has evaporated before using again. - Do not use paint thinner, benzene, or other organic solvents to clean the equipment. Doing so may cause fire or a health hazard. - Only use attachments/accessories specified by Syrp.
WARNING: Do not disassemble or modify the battery. The battery contains safety and protection devices, which, if damaged, may cause the battery to generate heat, explode or ignite. WARNING: Do not pierce the battery with nails, strike the battery with a hammer, step on the battery or otherwise subject it to strong impacts or shocks. WARNING: Do not use a battery that’s shows any signs of physical damage. CAUTION: Do not carry or store battery together with necklaces, hairpins or other metal objects.
- Let battery cool down to ambient temperature before charging. - Only use Genie II specific Lithium charger, USB charging cable and Power plug. Never use any 3rd party chargers or cables as a replacement for the Genie II Linear charger or cables. - Ensure you use the correct power plug for your country. - If battery leakage contacts your eyes, skin, or clothing, flush the affected area with lots of clean water without rubbing it. See a physician immediately.
COPYRIGHT AND TRADEMARKS Copyright laws in your country may prohibit the use of recorded images of people, places or other subjects for public or private enjoyment. Also be aware that certain public performances, exhibitions or other events may prohibit recording images. Syrp, the Syrp logo and the Genie logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Syrp Ltd in New Zealand and/or other countries.
