View Full Version : Steadicam Merlin preset settings for the HM100


Kajito Nagib
September 12th, 2009, 10:47 AM
If anyone is using the Steadicam Merlin with the HM100 can you share your preset settings? It's not listed on the online cookbook.

Randy Durham
October 24th, 2009, 10:34 PM
I found this Youtube demonstration and their settings got me very close. I'm still tweaking but definitely usable now.

YouTube - HM100U and Steadicam Merlin Settings (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cnKVCNJ7q1Q)

Kajito Nagib
October 27th, 2009, 11:28 AM
After cursing at the Merlin for a few days i finally figured it out but thank anyway.
You can actually get away with using less mids i use 1 start 1 mid and 1 finish.
The presentation uses 3 mids which is a bit heavy for me.
For the center arm I use 1 mid 1 finish.

Randy Durham
October 27th, 2009, 12:51 PM
Thank you for the follow up Kaj. I will give that a try. Less weight would be nice. :) I'm looking forward to actually getting some footage with the Merlin. Getting it setup has been frustrating for me too. :)

Kajito Nagib
October 27th, 2009, 01:56 PM
it becomes second nature after a while keep at it.
just checked out your website very nice work you do.