IDX Launch New Camera Shoulder Stabiliser

IDX Technology has launched a Shoulder Stabilisation System designed for universal attachment of all hand held camcorders and digital SLR cameras.
The system provides fully adjustable shoulder stability and control for professional camcorders, converting power from IDX's high capacity ENDURA V-Mount battery series into significantly longer running runtimes in comparison to a standard camcorder battery.
Depending on the preference of the user and input voltage requirements for the camcorder in operation, the stabilisation system has various configuration options.
The Shoulder Stabilisation System is based around the A-CA74E shoulder adaptor base designed for mounting the camera. The position of the camera can be fixed at various positions on the horizontal base to achieve the perfect balance. A cushioned shoulder pad is located on the underside of the base for comfort while a battery plate is available at the rear for attaching an optional P-V series plate, which in turn allows the connection of a V-Mount battery. The angle and vertical position of the battery plate is fully adjustable to suit the operator's comfort, preference and best balance.
The A-HG74 is the hand grip support option and contains three cushioned hand grips, two located at the front and a third at the rear to add support to the chest area. Each handle can be fully adjusted and locked in position as required. Using the hand grip supporter with the A-CA74E offers a considerably more professional and ergonomic method of supporting the camera than using the camcorder palm strap.
It increases the production value by minimising vibration and unwanted movement, while also reducing the camcorder palm strap. It increases the production value by minimising vibration and unwanted movement, while also reducing the strain placed on the arm and wrist when operating for long periods of time. The A-HG74 also has an integrated tripod adaptor base for attaching the complete system to a standard tripod.
To enable an IDX V-Mount ENDURA battery to supply power to the camera, there are three optional V-Mount plates that regulate the battery's 14.4V to output a selected DC voltage. The P-V257 model outputs 5V or 7.3V for a range of Panasonic, JVC and Canon models, the P-V212 putouts 12V for the Sony EX series and the P-V284 outputs 8.4V for further Sony camera models. There is a choice of seven optional DC cables which connect from the regulated D-Tap of the P-V plate and plugs into the camera battery channel or power input terminal. On each P-V plate there is a second D-Tap output which can be used to support equipment such as camera lights and audio accessories.
The shoulder stabilisation system is available to ship from stock and will be demonstrated for the first time at IBC 2010 at IDX's stand 11.C21.
(KMcA)