Gyron FS / Stab-C gyro stabilized remote head
Features:
- Stabilizes any Camera or Payload
- Can point straight down*
- Steerable Stabilized Roll Axis
- Will not radiate E.M.I. into payload
- Silent In Operation
- Wireless Option
- Fully Stable Image at the end of a 500mm Film Lens*
- Flight Speed up to 70 Kts, See Super-G for faster speeds or for lighter weight the Mini-C or our new STAB-C COMPACT
Applications:
- Helicopters
- Telescopic Camera Cranes
- Fixed Camera Cranes
- Cable Rigs
- Descenders
- Camera Cars
- Airplanes
- Boats
Multimedia:

Gyron FS with Arriflex 435, 25-250mm zoom and 1000' displacement magazine - accepts Panavision, Arriflex , IMAX ( MSM 9802), IWERKS 1570 or any other specialty camera or payload-
The GYRON FS / STAB-C (Gyron Film System / Stabilized Camera) is a unique 5-axis stabilizing camera system which eliminates adverse motion artifacts from pan, tilt and roll. This completely silent system allows an entire range of cameras, from Hi-DEF video to IMAX 15perf/65mm film cameras. It can be used on any type or size of camera crane, camera car, cable support, construction-style telescopic crane, and helicopter work producing stable images throughout a typical 25-500mm (film lens) zoom range*. With advanced notice the system can be upgraded to completely stabilize a 1000mm or greater film lens during aerial or ground work*.
Fully operational in the sitting or hanging mode, the GYRON FS / STAB-C is able to point straight down (please see tilt ranges below), and features adjustable side arms to accommodate many size payloads. The vertical height can shortened for tight shooting or for an extra 15% of Aircraft speed. This system will allow any aircraft to attain 70 knots. If faster airspeeds are required we recommend our SUPER-G which can handle airspeeds up to 120 Knots.
The GYRON FS / STAB-C and all its features are fully controllable via our Advanced Data Link, which can allow the head and control desk to be miles apart. Our Advanced Data Link fully integrates with any microwave, laser, RF, IR, or other communication relay systems on the market.
The utmost in creativity can be attained with the GYRON FS / STAB-C because the roll axis is fully controllable / maneuverable, yet stabilized. It also features Dutch / Tilt compensated steering for operator ease and perfect shots.
This system has proven itself in -30° F weather in the frozen tundra of Northern Canada, as well as in 120° F temperatures in the sand dunes of Namibia. It has been fully drenched with water, frozen with snow and ice, and has operated at multi-G turns of a helicopter. In each of these extreme cases the Gyron FS / Stab-C system has worked perfectly, surpassing expectations every time.
Control Options
Ergonomically designed joystick control desk with detachable pan/tilt and roll-axis handles
The system can also use typical gear head wheels for operator comfort
Our 16 bit Advanced Data Links can separate the head from the control desk by miles
On Location
Featured on a Shelly Ward camera car
Cruising on the Spydercam
Flying high in the skies
Experienced GyronFS / Stab-C Helicopter Pilots
Paul Barth USA
Cliff Fleming USA
David Gene Gibbs USA
Craig Hosking USA
Kevin LaRosa USA
Peter McKernan, Jr. USA
Fred North USA
Geoff Palmer USA
Luc Poullain FR
Rick Shuster USA
John Tamburro USA
Gert Uys ZA
Experienced Gyron FS / Stab-C Airborne Operators
Tim Arasheben USA
Peter Belcher ZA
Carston Bell USA
Bill Bennett USA
Hans Bjerno USA
Larry Blanford USA
Jeremy Braben UK
Micheal Buckley ZA
Mike Darby CAN
Benoit Dentan FR
Guy Dentan FR
Steve Desbrow UK
Michael Fitzmaurice USA
Dylan Goss USA
Peter Graf USA
Randy Greer, Jr. USA
Doug Holgate USA
Chris Hughes (Video)ZA
Steve Koster USA
Mark LarkinZA
Brian Lataille USA
Chris Lomax ZA
Bob Mehnert USA
Philip Pastuhov USA
Jim Swanson UK
Peter Tischauser USA
Alexander Witt USA
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Head Rotational Axes
- Pan: 360° continuous, 0-120°/sec.
- Tilt: 123° (+45°-78°) or (+33° -90°), 0-60°/sec.
- Roll: +/- 50° max; Steerable or auto level, 0-60°/sec.
Head Weight
- 125 lbs.
Max. Camera Weight
- 110 lbs.
Stabilization Specs
- 5 axis high bandwidth full stabilization
- Backpan correction and targeted tracking: Automatic
- Selectable amounts of stabilization as required.
- Standard: 25-500 mm film lens completely stabilized*.
- Advanced: 10-1440mm video lens completely stabilized*. (call for further details)
Head Control
- Wheels, joystick
* Measured under optimal conditions; actual results may vary
Environmental
- -22° F to 120° F Sealed for rain, snow, mud etc.
- (covers also available)
Power Requirements
- 24-28 VDC (3A standby, 15A max)
- Generator, battery, AC
Setup Time
- 1hour: NSI Technician Required
Cameras Accepted
- All, including IMAX msm
Wireless
- 3rd party microwave, RF, etc.
Lens Control
- Preston FI+Z (included)
- Panavision
- Scorpio

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