ZACUTO ACT Universal Cage Recoil Rig User Manual
- June 1, 2024
- ZACUTO
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ZACUTO ACT Universal Cage Recoil Rig
Product Specifications:
- Universal acra-swiss compatible shoulder rig for mirrorless and DSLRs cameras
- Designed for optimal balance and comfort when shoulder-mounted
- Compatible with all Zacuto DSLR & Mirrorless Cages
- Various shooting styles supported: tripod, cage, handheld, run’n’gun, low mode, and more
Product Usage Instructions
Mounting Camera to ACT Baseplate:
- Remove Camera Plate from baseplate by loosening the ratcheting lever and sliding the Camera Plate out the back end of the baseplate.
- Push up camera Safety Latch to unlock the Camera Plate.
- Screw the camera to Camera Plate.
- Slide Camera Plate back into the baseplate making sure to push in the Safety Latch release.
Adjusting Rods:
- Attach rods to ACT Baseplate by loosening the ratcheting lever, sliding rods into place, and then re-tighten the lever.
- Adjust rod height by loosening both front allen screws equally.
- Slide rods up or down for desired position and re-lock fallen screws.
Tactical Handle Positions:
Loosen the red lever and rotate the handle to adjust the position as needed.
MOUNTING TO ACT MOUNTING PLATE:
Mount your ACT Camera Plate or ACT Baseplate directly to an ACT Mounting Plate
for instant tripod readiness.
The ACT Recoil System:
The system is designed to facilitate keeping your rig balanced when changing
lenses. Simply slide the Camera Plate forward or back using the ratcheting
lever.
For shorter lenses, slide the Camera Plate forward; for longer lenses, slide it back.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Q: Can this rig be used with both mirrorless and DSLR cameras?
A: Yes, the ACT Universal Cage Recoil Rig is compatible with both
mirrorless and DSLR cameras.
Q: How can I adjust the rod height on this rig?
A: To adjust the rod height, loosen both front allen screws equally,
slide the rods up or down for the desired position, and then re-lock the allen
screws.
The ACT Universal Cage Recoil Rig is a universal acra-swiss compatible
shoulder rig for mirrorless and DSLRs cameras.
An ACT Recoil rig is designed for optimal balance and comfort when shoulder
mounted and is easily configured to accommodate various shooting
stylestripod,cage, handheld, run’n’gun, low mode, and many more!
INSTRUCTION
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
CAGED ACT RECOIL
CAGELESS ACT RECOIL
TACTICAL HANDLE POSITIONS
- Loosen the red lever and rotate handle to adjust position.
MOUNTING TO ACT MOUNTING PLATE
- Mount your ACT Camera Plate or ACT Baseplate diretly to an ACT Mounting Plate for instant tripod readiness.
MOUNTING CAMERA TO ACT BASEPLATE
- Remove Camera Plate from baseplate by loosening the ratcheting lever and sliding the Camera Plate out the back end of the baseplate. Push up camera Safety Latch to unlock the Camera Plate. Screw camera to Camera Plate.
- Slide Camera Plate back into baseplate. Making sure to push in the Safety Latch release.
- The ACT Recoil System is designed to make it easier to keep your rig balanced when changing lenses. Instead of remounting the camera on the baseplate, simply slide the Camera Plate forward or back by using the ratcheting lever
- For shorter lenses, slide the Camera Plate forward.
For longer lenses, slide the Camera
ADJUSTING RODS
- Attach rods to ACT Baseplate by loosening ratcheting lever, sliding rods into place and then re-tighten lever.
- Adjust rod height by loosening both front allen screws equally. Slide rods up or down for desired position and re-lock allen screws.
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