SmartSystem Matrix Sled Chimera (Gold Mount) - Manual (Page 40)

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Adjust the friction hinge with the
clamp knob loose. This allows you
to feel the effects of your changes.
Use a 7/64” Allen wrench to either
tighten or loosen the brake screw
to achieve the desired amount of
friction to support your setup.
T
hough the levers only have a short 45˚ throw, the rod clamps hold the monitor rods securely when
properly adjusted. If they slide with a camera on board it will affect your static balance.
Adjust the clamp locks with the
clamp levers closed.
Turn each locknut a small amount
with an 11/32” wrench. Test that
the clamp levers open and close
smoothly.
Test the holding power of the
rod clamps to ensure the monitor
or batteries will not slide when
locked.
T
he monitor pivot has a built in friction brake to support the weight of your monitor while the clamp
knob is open. If you prefer more or less friction, it’s easy to adjust. Keep one hand on the monitor while
making this adjustment:
Adjusting monitor clamps and hinge brakes