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© 2013 Chapman/Leonard Studio Equipment, Inc.
HybridTM
IV Camera DollyUSER GUIDE
Operational Instructions & Specifications
HybridTM IV
The Operator should be Qualified. For Assistance Please call our 24 hour Customer Service at 1-888-883-6559.© 2001 No part of this manual may be reproduced or electronically transmitted without
the written permission of Chapman/Leonard Studio Equipment, Inc.Revision - 05/2014
Ohio15919 Industrial Parkway
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Customer Service at 888-883-6559 or 818-764-6726.
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MAIN OFFICE12950 Raymer Street,
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The Operator should be Qualified. For Assistance Please call our 24 hour Customer Service at 1-888-883-6559.© 2001 No part of this manual may be reproduced or electronically transmitted without
the written permission of Chapman/Leonard Studio Equipment, Inc.Revision - 05/2014
CONTENTS1 Specifications
3 Geometry Lever
4 Arm Markers
9 Fast Mode
10 Detent Bypass
10 Float Mode
13 Brakes
19 Upper and Lower Board Setup Modes
24 Accessories
1. Conventional Mode2. Crab Mode
3. Round Mode
Steering modes
The Universal Stop Valve controls arm movement with smooth, feathered stops. Adjustments to the Universal Stop Valve can be made without tools or the need to remove any covers or access plates.
The Hybrid IV has a new Valve Control Float
A new tire design
The Side Board System
The Hybrid IV has a built-in heat control system in the hydraulic system to maintain a minimum hydraulic oil tempera-ture of 70ºF. This maintains optimum performance in even the coldest environment.
HybridTM IV Specifications
The Hybrid IV in Low Profile Mode with
Vertical Boom Travel 43 in./1.09 m
(Low Plate Setup)
(Low Plate Setup)
HYBRIDTM IVCamera Dolly
Stripped Down Carrying Weight = 395 lbs. (180 kg)Maximum Payload with Strut Attached = 700 lbs. (317.5 kg)
880mm Track Configuration(Legs are set at 80 degrees)
CHAPMAN
880mmTrack
Standard Track Configuration(Legs are set at 12 degrees)
241/2 inchTrack
Low Profile Extension
CHAPMAN
64.2”
4.4”
HY
BR
ID IV
21.4”
CHAPMAN
53”
17”19”
14”
HY
BR
ID IV
0˚
12.9˚45˚
90˚
180˚
90˚45˚
12.9˚
0˚
Standard Track
Standard Track
12˚ Standard Track
80˚ 880mmTrack
37”
39”
Top View of Leg Configurations
Compact & Narrow Track Configuration(Legs are set at 0 degrees)
With 7 in.Extension
With 7 in.Extension
2113/16 inchTrack
29.5”27”
62”
47.2”
HybridTM IV Geometry Lever
Setup Leg Positions Geometry Lever CommentsStandard EURO Track 80º
Standard Track 12.9º º 241/2 TrackNarrow Profile 0º º
Compact Profile 180º
0º
168º 1/2 Track 12º 1/2 Track
º
0º or 180º
in all situations.
The lever has three positions. Before the Geometry Lever is moved, the transmission must first be shifted
0º or 12º positions, the Geometry Lever must be moved to the left toward the center line of the Dolly (Inboard).
A sticker is mounted near the Geometry Lever as a reminder.
Wall Hugger Configuration
The Asymmetrical
placement close to a wall or
a more stable platform for the Operator.
Tip: Use the QuickJack to help make quick leg changes
HybridTM IV Arm Markers
Colored Velcro Markers attach to the Arm (Upper and Lower). They can be repositioned to different locations on the Arm
Precise, repetitive Stops are possible at all speeds. An improved Stop Valve System allows even faster, smoother stops.
adjustment that can be performed in the field by a qualified technician.
MarkerIndicator
MarkersLined Up
HybridTM
Conventional Mode the rear wheels pivot as the operator Crab Mode all wheels turn in uni-
Round
Handles. Control Pins can be set to limit which modes can
can make transitions with confidence.
Never use pliers or channel locks on any part of the Dolly.
1. Shift fully to clear the
(Halfway between Crab/ Conv. or Crab/Round.)
2. shift into Round, Crab or Conventional Modes.
If the transmission still
NOTE
Locked Position
FREE SHIFTING BETWEEN ALL SELECTIONSBOTH PINS OUT
SHIFTING BETWEEN CRAB & CONVENTIONAL ONLYTOP PIN OUT BOTTOM PIN IN
SHIFTING BETWEEN CRAB & ROUND ONLYTOP PIN IN BOTTOM PIN OUT
LOCKED IN CRAB ONLYBOTH PINS IN
2
1
”
”
Crab Steering Mode
HybridTM
The Hybrid IV can beshifted smoothly into either Round
the course of a shot, even while
with confidence.
is a new feature of theHybrid IV.
The Dolly can now be turned completely within
it an ideal choice for
is the selection used most
any direction. The camera lensmaintains its orientation to the
Conventional Steering Mode
Round Steering Mode
MinimumTurn Radius
20 inches
MinimumTurn Radius
31 inches
feels loose. Then turn the bottom collar until it can be removed.
1
Hybrid Series of Dollies.
2
Column.
3 4
5
screw and collar. Test the dolly by
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Make sure that the wheels are all oriented
HybridTM
HybridTM
The Universal Stop Valve
The UP Feathering Lever
The DOWN Feathering Lever -
Control Valve Handle removed for clarity.When making Stop Adjustments:1. Be certain the Arm is well beyond the desired Stop point. Then turn the Lever in beyond the desired Stop point.2. Open the Main Control Valve to approach the desired Stop.3. Open Lever to achieve movement until the desired Stop point is reached.4. Close the Main Control Valve.
For rapid deceleration beyond the normal for this system, the Dolly Grip can use the Stop Valve to initiate the Stop, then finalize the Stop with the Main Control Valve.
DOWN UP
More Travel
Less Travel
Push Turn
Turn
DOWNLess Travel
More Travel
Push
TurnTurn
UP
WARNING!
Failure to place the Control Valve in the Neutral position may cause the arm
HybridTM IV Fast Mode
push the arm down when the control value is opened. The Fast Mode Value is located on the rear left side of the
NOTE
WARNING!
HybridTM IV Detent Bypass
NOTE: the Arm is now reverse direction without hesitation. Therefore, the Float position is achieved. Additionally the Grip can select their own Detent as preferred for a smoother transition from an upward or downward direction.
New to the Hybrid IV dolly is the ability to eliminate the detent feature of the Control
the Detent feature. There are only two
HybridTM IV Float Mode
A new feature of the Hybrid IV dolly is the ability to fine tune how the arm reacts to the Control Valve Handle. The
The Detent Bypass is ON when the button is pushed IN. It is OFF when the button is pulled out.
HybridTM
The Valve Control Handle doubles as
into the Foot Pump.
HybridTM
Do not attempt maintenance on the
Start Button
For Optimal Safety
Electrical Ground
HybridTM IV Brakes-
incline.
HybridTM
clearance of 5/16 inch can be adjusted down to zero. In the Adjustable Detent Control System this can be felt as the
Off position is between the Detents.
qualified technician.
Valve Control Handle
Foot Pump
The default position
HybridTM
Flipped1 2
3 4
Remove Quick Release Pin
Replace Quick Release Pin andTighten Nut
Foot Rest
Other Leveling Head Options
The same Set Up as shown above, but
Head in the Normal Up position
BACK POSITIONThe payload on
can be increased to 700 lbs. if the Support Strut is in place.
FRONT POSITION
For PayLoadOver 350 lbs
BACK POSITION
HybridTM
Head into place.
Cam Lever Button on the side. The Head will now rotate
Payload.
HybridTM
The Narrow Side Boards attach to either side of the Hybrid IV. They slide into place and are secured to the chassis with two thumb screws. As shown in this picture.
Low Mode Setup. The Standard Side Boards attach to either side of the Hybrid IV onto the Narrow Side Boards
are secured to the chassis with two thumb screws.
connects to the Standard Side Board.
The Standard Side Boards are also adjustable for and aft on the
the board to the desired location.
Position lock down knob.
Hybrid TM
The Side Boards may be moved to the rear of the Dolly for easy access to the front thumb screw. Then move
the board forward to access the rear thumb screw.
The Adjustable Front Board attaches with
Board in either the Upper or Lower position.
HybridTM
A latch is located on the Chassis to hold the Adjustable Front Board or the Lift Pins in place.
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HybridTM IV Upper and Lower Board Setup Modes
attached to the Hybrid IV, a stable platform allows the Grip to move the Dolly with a Camera Operator
on board.
Full Lower Side Board Setup
HybridTM
Full Side Board Set Up (Upper or Lower)
Standard Side Board Set Up
Narrow Side Board Set Up
Boards are only used in the Upper Position.
1R
6
1L
6
4
4
22
5R 5L3
4
7R 7L
22 1R 1L
3
7L
7R
HybridTM IV Accessories
Narrow Side Board (Left)
Front Board (Adjustable)
Narrow Corner Board (Left)
Dolly Seat w/Collar
Front Lift/Push BarsRear Lift/Push Bars
Seat OffsetDolly Nose Seat
Head w/Nose L Plate
Low Camera Plate
Accessory Cart CoverHybrid IV User Guide
Location11211112
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11111
M RM RU L&RUUM FM FM F M FM FM AU AU FM A M LM LBBBM RM RM RBBM AM LM LM A M A BBBBB
Number1L1R2345L5R6 7L7R
Left Rear (Aft)
6
HybridTM
U Upper
M Middle
B
L Left Side
R
F Front
A Aft (Rear)
LEGEND
1R
1L
Nose Seat
Left Side
HybridTM
improve performance on Floors, Hardwood, Track and
behind tire squeaks and the tendency of tires to stick to
Use the same spray to clean the tires.
FOR USE WITH ALL CHAPMAN DOLLIES
the lower rear Side Board Hole.
the lower center Side Board Hole.
the center Side Board Hole.
Easily lifts the Hustler dolly
Easily lifts the Hybrid dolly
Easily lifts the PeeWee dolly for a
to a different side board hole.
HybridTM TM IV
For Metal
Never directly spray the Dolly with water. Use soap and water applied to a cloth or paper towel, or preferably a brush to wipe down the rubber and metal parts of the Dolly.
the finish. A clean Dolly will ensure optimum performance with
Performance on Tile Floors, Hardwood, Track and even on Concrete. Use the same spray to clean the Tires.
For Rubber and Plastic
HybridTM IV Optional Accessories
The optional Rainhouse protects the camera and operator from the elements.
Also available in an opaque sunshade version.
Rear Deck Board
Grip Pouch
HybridTM
Use all four
make a move with
Bar per end or per side may cause injury.
Bars from the Accessory Cart to remove the Dolly
are fully seated and the
of the Hybrid IV is 395 lbs.
Remove the Lifting Bars from the dolly and place them in the crate. Accessories that come off the Hybrid
IV to be placed in or on the Accessory Cart.
The dolly is cradled and no additional bolts or straps are needed.
One side of the Accessory Cart Crate can be lowered to form a ramp. The Accessory Cart can then be wheeled
HybridTM
Dolly must be properly crated before shipment.
If no bays are available, please park on Raymer Street and advise the Rental Office of your arrival.
Our Rental Staff is well trained to process equipment and documents efficiently
*ALL RENTALS must be returned by 10:00 AM at the North Hollywood Facility.
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