Glidecam X-22 with HPX 370 Tension Advice at DVinfo.net

Tim Altonen · March 17th, 2011, 07:38 AM

Hello everyone,
I was just wondering if anyone had any recommendations on the tension settings for using a Glidecam X-22 with a Panasonic AG-HPX370P? I'm a Tech. Assistant at a University and we just got these two new pieces of equipment - and I'm new to the Glidecam world anyways. Any advice on tension settings - or setup in general (I have to teach setup to students) would be very much appreciated. Thanks.
Tim

Mark Schlicher · March 19th, 2011, 11:45 AM

I don't know what resources Glidecam offers but Tiffen/Steadicam sells the indispensable "Steadicam Operators Handbook" and the DVD "Steadicam EFP Training" tape.

Though these resources have some specific application to Steadicam brand (and the EFP Training tape is over 20 years old) the principals are timeless and apply across all stabilizer brands. They are the undisputed gold-standard for information on setup and operating stabilizers. About $45 for the book and $20 for the DVD.

For specific Glidecam setup procedures, have you contacted Glidecam yet? They are known for their excellent customer service.

Pascal Jolink · March 22nd, 2011, 06:53 PM

The arm needs to be horizontal when the sled's attached. Not pointing up or down, just horizontal.

March 17th, 2011, 07:38 AM	#1
Tim Altonen Regular Crew Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Johnson City, TN Posts: 29	Glidecam X-22 with HPX 370 Tension Advice Hello everyone, I was just wondering if anyone had any recommendations on the tension settings for using a Glidecam X-22 with a Panasonic AG-HPX370P? I'm a Tech. Assistant at a University and we just got these two new pieces of equipment - and I'm new to the Glidecam world anyways. Any advice on tension settings - or setup in general (I have to teach setup to students) would be very much appreciated. Thanks. Tim

March 19th, 2011, 11:45 AM	#2
Mark Schlicher Regular Crew Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 189	Re: Glidecam X-22 with HPX 370 Tension Advice I don't know what resources Glidecam offers but Tiffen/Steadicam sells the indispensable "Steadicam Operators Handbook" and the DVD "Steadicam EFP Training" tape. Though these resources have some specific application to Steadicam brand (and the EFP Training tape is over 20 years old) the principals are timeless and apply across all stabilizer brands. They are the undisputed gold-standard for information on setup and operating stabilizers. About $45 for the book and $20 for the DVD. For specific Glidecam setup procedures, have you contacted Glidecam yet? They are known for their excellent customer service.

March 22nd, 2011, 06:53 PM	#3
Pascal Jolink Regular Crew Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: The Netherlands Posts: 26	Re: Glidecam X-22 with HPX 370 Tension Advice The arm needs to be horizontal when the sled's attached. Not pointing up or down, just horizontal.