GLMedia — Sachtler Ace XL: balance, drag and support
Blank worksheet: fill in observations from the actual rig.
Event / date / operator / assigned shot:
Head / reference / revision / serial number / manual used:
System reference 1018MS / actual label and kit identification:
Legs / spreader / feet / plate / compatible screws:
Camera / lens / battery / monitor / accessories / measured weight:
Accessory positions / known or unconfirmed center of gravity:
Height and footprint / support / bubble / brakes while leveling:
Plate safety catch / clamping screw / position:
Initial and final counterbalance / step engaged through horizontal:
Forward drop / backward drop / return to center / observed movement:
Pan and tilt drag / brake released for movement:
Focal length / framing / start / travel / stop / test recording:
Cable pull / focus / zoom / stabilization and relevant manual:
Fixed shot / foot traffic / platform / observed vibration:
Single change / result / final configuration:
Backup shot / responsible person / service inquiry / open issues:
Do not copy settings from another rig or enter assumed results.
Remove the camera before transport. Do not lift by the pan bar.