Flycam Flowline Camera Support Rig (FLCM-FLN)

Welcome and Introduction

Welcome to the Proaim family! On behalf of our team, we are pleased to provide you with the most up-to-date, flexible, and cost-efficient production gear. By purchasing the Flycam Flowline Steady Camera Support Rig, you join a dedicated group of designers, engineers, machinists, assembly, customer service, and office staff who take great pride in their work. Our guiding principle has always been continuous improvement.

The Flycam Flowline is designed to support and carry heavy camera equipment, significantly reducing strain during long shoots. It has already made a mark in the film industry with its performance and outstanding functionality. Specifically designed for cameras weighing between 3kg and 7.5kg, it offers incredible freedom of movement, allowing you to capture beautiful shots for any occasion. We are confident you will agree that we craft quality products at competitive prices, designed to meet and exceed the standards of today's production world.

What's In The Box

Please inspect your shipped package to ensure all items are present. The contents typically include:

• Flycam Flowline Camera Support (main vest)
• Camera Plate
• 2 x Front Handles
• Top Handle
• 2 x Rods
• Shoulder Pad
• Storage Bag

[Detailed description of the visual layout of components if an image were present: The components are typically laid out for easy identification, showing the main vest, the camera mounting plate, handle grips, rods for mounting accessories, a padded shoulder rest, and a protective storage bag.]

Assembling the Flycam Flowline Rig

Follow these steps to assemble your Flycam Flowline Camera Support Rig:

1. Step 1: Connect the Section-1 Support Jacket with the Section-2 Support Bar using a simple push-fit technique.

   [Diagram description: Shows the main vest component (Section-1) being attached to a support arm (Section-2) via a connection point.]

2. Step 2: Remove the side knobs from Section-2. Join Section-3 with Section-2 and then tighten the knobs back securely.

   [Diagram description: Illustrates removing a knob from the side of Section-2, connecting Section-3, and then re-tightening the knob. A red circle highlights the side knob.]

3. Step 3: Adjust and tighten the buckles provided at both the waist and chest straps until the rig feels comfortable and secure.

   [Diagram description: Shows a person wearing the rig, with arrows indicating the adjustment of waist and chest buckles for a snug fit.]

4. Step 4: Loosen the knob on the hook mechanism and attach your camera to it. Tighten the knob back to ensure a slip-free connection.

   [Diagram description: Depicts loosening a clamp-like knob, placing a camera into the clamp, and then tightening the knob to secure the camera.]

5. Note 1: Slightly loosen all four knobs located on the back of the Support Jacket to adjust the vertical height of the Support Bar.

   [Diagram description: Shows the back of the support vest with four adjustment knobs highlighted, indicating their use for setting the height of the main support bar.]

6. Note 2: By adjusting the side Support Bars, the weight of the camera setup can be easily shifted to your shoulders and hips for better weight distribution.

   [Diagram description: Points out the side support bar, explaining its function in balancing the load.]

7. Note 3: Use the Adjustment Knob to adjust the tension. Turning it in the anti-clockwise direction ↩️ allows for tension adjustment based on the weight of your camera setup.

   [Diagram description: Shows an adjustment knob, typically on the back of the rig, with an arrow indicating the anti-clockwise direction for increasing tension.]

8. Step 5: Loosen the knob located at the Support Bar and adjust the position of the camera according to your eye-level, if required.

   [Diagram description: Illustrates loosening a knob on the camera support arm and sliding the camera mount forward or backward to achieve the desired viewing height.]

Assembling the Shoulder Mount Rig

Follow these steps to assemble the shoulder mount configuration:

1. Step 1: Insert both Front Handles into the Camera Plate and tighten the Handle Adjustment Knob securely.

   [Diagram description: Shows two handle grips being inserted into the camera plate assembly and the knob used to secure them being tightened.]

2. Step 2: Now, insert both Rods into the Camera Plate and tighten their respective knobs accurately.

   [Diagram description: Illustrates inserting two rods into designated slots on the camera plate and tightening the securing knobs.]

3. Step 3: Then, insert the Top Handle into its designated holder and tighten it with the knob.

   [Diagram description: Shows the top handle being placed into its mounting point on the rig and secured with a knob.]

4. Note: You can loosen this knob to adjust the height of the top handle, according to your specific setup requirements.

   [Diagram description: Indicates a knob that allows for vertical adjustment of the top handle.]

5. Step 4: Take the Shoulder Pad. Remove a bolt with the help of an allen key ? to change the position of the rod. Insert the bolt again and tighten it with the allen key.

   [Diagram description: Shows using an allen key to loosen and remove a bolt from the shoulder pad assembly, repositioning a rod, and then re-securing the bolt.]

6. Step 5: Attach your Shoulder Support (assembled with pad and handles) to the Camera Plate and tighten the knob to secure it properly.

   [Diagram description: Depicts the shoulder support assembly being connected to the main camera plate and a knob being tightened.]

7. Step 6: Finally, loosen the knob on the hook and attach the complete Shoulder Mount Rig. Tighten it back to ensure a slip-free connection.

   [Diagram description: Shows the final attachment of the rig to the camera hook and securing it with a knob.]

Warranty Information

YOUR FLYCAM FLOWLINE CAMERA SUPPORT RIG: ALL DRESSED UP AND READY TO GO!

Proaim offers a one-year warranty for its products from the date of purchase. We will repair or replace your product, free of charge, in the event of a defect in materials or craftsmanship obtained during normal use or handling, as per the user manual.

Please note that Proaim will not cover any shipping costs for returning the product. If any VAT or import duties are applied to the return, these costs will also be charged to the customer.

The warranty does not cover damage caused by products not supplied by Proaim, mishandling during transit, accidents, misuse, neglect, lack of care of the product, or service performed by anyone other than Proaim's authorized personnel.

Proaim is not liable for incidental or consequential damages resulting from the use of the unit or occurring due to any breach of this warranty.

Replacement parts will be provided at a nominal cost (covering only the cost price of the parts) to customers after the warranty period has expired. Proaim will cover the complete cost of sending replacement parts within the warranty period. After the warranty expires, a nominal cost for the product and the actual shipping cost will be charged.

Important: Do not send the unit back without first getting a response and receiving approval from Proaim.

In case of any dissatisfaction, please contact Proaim immediately. For any other assistance, you can reach Proaim via email ?.