SmallRig Black Mamba Camera Cage for Canon EOS R6 Mark II Instruction Manual

1. ບົດແນະນຳ

This manual provides detailed instructions for the proper installation, operation, and maintenance of your SmallRig Black Mamba Camera Cage, designed specifically for the Canon EOS R6 Mark II camera. This cage offers enhanced protection and expands the mounting capabilities for various camera accessories, improving your filmmaking and photography experience.

Figure 1.1: SmallRig Black Mamba Camera Cage on Canon EOS R6 Mark II.

2. ເນື້ອໃນຊຸດ

ກວດ​ສອບ​ວ່າ​ລາຍ​ການ​ທັງ​ຫມົດ​ແມ່ນ​ມີ​ຢູ່​ໃນ​ຊຸດ​ຂອງ​ທ່ານ​:

• Camera Cage × 1

ຮູບທີ 2.1: ເນື້ອໃນການຫຸ້ມຫໍ່ ແລະ ຂະໜາດຜະລິດຕະພັນ.

3. ຄຸນນະສົມບັດທີ່ສໍາຄັນ

The SmallRig Black Mamba Camera Cage offers several key features:

• ການອອກແບບທີ່ຄ່ອງຕົວ: Provides comprehensive protection while maintaining access to all camera buttons and controls. Weighs only 158g (0.34 lbs).
• Built-in Quick Release Plate: Features an Arca-Swiss compatible bottom plate for quick transitions between handheld, tripod, and DJI RS 2 / RSC 2 / RS 3 / RS 3 Pro stabilizer setups.
• Anti-Twisting Mechanism: Securely locks the camera with a 1/4"-20 screw at the bottom and two side positioning blocks, preventing rotation. Integrated silicone pads protect the camera from scratches.
• ທາງ​ເລືອກ​ການ​ຕິດ​ຕັ້ງ​ຫຼາຍ​: Includes 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 threaded holes, ARRI locating holes, and a cold shoe mount for attaching various accessories like top handles, side handles, monitors, microphones, and LED lights.
• ປະແຈປະສົມປະສານ: A built-in wrench facilitates easy mounting and removal.
• QD Socket: Compatible with SmallRig handbands (e.g., PAC2456) and shoulder straps (e.g., PSC2428).

4. ການຕິດຕັ້ງແລະການຕິດຕັ້ງ

Follow these steps to securely install the camera cage onto your Canon EOS R6 Mark II:

1. ຂັ້ນຕອນທີ 1: Align the camera with the cage. Use the built-in dual-head wrench to tighten the 1/4"-20 screw located at the bottom of the cage into the camera's tripod socket.
2. ຂັ້ນຕອນທີ 2: Secure the left side lock. Position the left side lock adapter into the camera's strap slot and ensure it is firmly seated.
3. ຂັ້ນຕອນທີ 3: Secure the right side lock. Position the right side lock adapter into the camera's strap slot and ensure it is firmly seated.

Ensure all screws and locks are tightened to prevent any movement or twisting of the camera within the cage. The integrated silicone pads provide additional protection against scratches.

Figure 4.1: Three-Point Locking Design installation steps.

5. ຄໍາແນະນໍາການດໍາເນີນງານ

5.1 Quick Release Plate Functionality

The integrated Arca-Swiss compatible quick release plate on the bottom of the cage allows for rapid transitions between different shooting setups. This feature is compatible with DJI RS 2, RSC 2, RS 3, and RS 3 Pro stabilizers, as well as standard Arca-Swiss tripods.

Figure 5.1: Quick and easy scene switching using the built-in Arca-Swiss plate.

5.2 Accessory Mounting Options

The cage provides numerous mounting points for expanding your camera rig:

• 1/4"-20 Threaded Holes: Standard mounting points for a wide range of accessories.
• 3/8"-16 Threaded Holes: Larger mounting points for heavier accessories or specific mounting standards.
• ARRI ຊອກຫາຂຸມ: Designed to prevent twisting of accessories attached via 3/8"-16 screws, ensuring stability.
• Cold Shoe Mount: Ideal for attaching microphones, LED video lights, or other cold shoe compatible accessories.
• Wrist Strap Slot: For attaching wrist straps for added security during handheld operation.
• QD Socket: Quick Detach socket for compatible handbands and shoulder straps.

Figure 5.2: Extensive expansion capabilities with various mounting points.

Figure 5.3: Detail of QD Socket and Wrist Strap Slot.

5.3 Recommended Accessories

The cage is designed to integrate seamlessly with a range of SmallRig accessories to build a complete camera rig:

• Top Handles (e.g., ID: 3765, 2165C)
• Side Handles (e.g., ID: 4016)
• Monitor Mounts (e.g., ID: 2903B)
• Microphones (e.g., ID: 3487)
• Follow Focus Systems (e.g., ID: 3010C)
• Matte Boxes (e.g., ID: 3196)
• V-Mount Battery Mounting Systems (e.g., ID: 4064)
• Tripods (e.g., ID: 4059)

Figure 5.4: Kit recommendation showing a fully accessorized camera rig.

6. ບໍາລຸງຮັກສາ

To ensure the longevity and optimal performance of your SmallRig Black Mamba Camera Cage, follow these maintenance guidelines:

• ທໍາຄວາມສະອາດ: Wipe the cage with a soft, dry cloth to remove dust and fingerprints. For stubborn dirt, a slightly damp ຜ້າສາມາດນໍາໃຊ້ໄດ້, ປະຕິບັດຕາມໂດຍການແຫ້ງທັນທີ. ຫຼີກລ້ຽງການເຮັດຄວາມສະອາດຂັດຫຼືສານລະລາຍ.
• ການເກັບຮັກສາ: Store the cage in a dry, cool environment away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures. If not in use for extended periods, consider storing it in its original packaging or a protective bag.
• ການກວດກາ: Periodically check all screws and mounting points for tightness. Ensure the silicone pads are intact and providing adequate protection.

7. ການແກ້ໄຂບັນຫາ

If you encounter any issues with your camera cage, consider the following:

• Cage feels loose on camera: Ensure the 1/4"-20 screw at the bottom and both side lock adapters are fully tightened. Refer to Section 4 for installation steps.
• Accessories are not secure: Verify that accessories are attached to the correct mounting points (e.g., ARRI locating holes for anti-twist) and that their respective screws are tightened.
• Difficulty attaching to stabilizer/tripod: Confirm that the quick release plate is correctly aligned with the Arca-Swiss clamp on your stabilizer or tripod. Ensure the clamp is fully open before insertion and securely closed afterward.

For further assistance, please contact SmallRig customer support.

8. ຂໍ້ມູນຈໍາເພາະ

9. ການຮັບປະກັນແລະການສະຫນັບສະຫນູນ

SmallRig products are manufactured to high-quality standards. For information regarding warranty coverage, product registration, or technical support, please refer to the official SmallRig webເວັບໄຊ ຫຼືຕິດຕໍ່ບໍລິການລູກຄ້າຂອງເຂົາເຈົ້າໂດຍກົງ. ຮັກສາໃບຮັບເງິນການຊື້ຂອງທ່ານໄວ້ເປັນຫຼັກຖານການຊື້.

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