INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEOS FOR THE 4X STABILIZER

How to Tune Your
IDOLCAM 4X

Spring tension and dampening adjustment guide, plus every tuning video you need to get silky-smooth, bounce-free footage.

Video guide

How to Tune your IDOLCAM 4th Axis for Maximum Stabilization

Quick guide

Spring Tension Adjustment of IDOLCAM 4X Stabilizer

Spring tension adjustment 1 Spring tension adjustment 2 Spring tension adjustment 3 Wrench tool

Dampening Adjustment

Dampening adjustment
Bounce multiple times Single bounce
Dampening OK

Tips for Success

  • 1Make sure video stabilization on your device is turned on and the footage is stabilized except for the up-and-down bobbles.
  • 2For iPhone, turn on "Enhanced Stabilization."
  • 3The 4th-axis arm with the video device should rest between both ends.
  • 4The arm should only bounce once when released from the bottom end.

Video Guide on Tuning for Older Version (with 5 Adjusting Holes)

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Download Your Free Master Graded Cinema LUT Pack

Pick the pack that matches your iPhone. Import into the Blackmagic app and apply directly to your footage.

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