Dennis Hingsberg

Sorry for delayed reply. Search online for 9 pin minidin extension cable, be sure to observe the pin configuration to select the right connector to interface to existing Steadicam multipin video/power cable.

I bought the AC/DC adapter only so I could cut the cable off from it and use it to run down the post with a nice DC plug already attached on one end. In my case it was cheaper to buy the AC adapter and hack it apart over buying a DC plug separately to solder it onto some wire. On the top of the sled I installed an inline DC plug because yes in my case, I'm using is the Sony F55 which has two power outputs on it which use a Hirose connector. I have a hirose cable to DC plug because normally the monitor is on my camera and takes DC plug for power, so in essence I've build a DC plug extension cord running straight through the post. I could not power the monitor from the batteries right next to it because there are no taps on the batteries or battery docking bracket. Again, I didn't want to modify anything from its original state plus I saw this as a fast modification because I needed to have it asap. Yep I extended the post to make sure I have enough slack inside. :) On a side note: This would have been a much easier non-destructive modification instead of the one I did if you have more time to source out the cable below. It will allow you to mate with the connector that regularly goes to the Flyer monitor and you can cut off part of the cable then and solder on a 4-pin XLR connector (or DC plug) for power, and then a BNC connector for the video signal over SDI. This allows you to simply use the existing connectors at top of the sled without having to run new wires through the post. I would have used this method if I had more time to convert my Flyer but I was on a deadline for a shoot.

4.) Coat-hanger pulled through with cables. Here you see the cables with new connectors that will be used to hook up to the HD monitor I am using (ikan D7W in this case) but later I can cut off the DC plug and solder on a 4-pin XLR connector for Marshal High Bright once I get one.

3.) Electrical tape is spiraled around coat-hanger and both RG174u cable and DC power cable

2.) Straightened out coat-hanger pushed from top of sled straight down through post. a

My modification, or "customization" to Flyer 24LE 1.) $25 in parts used: AC/DC adapter (I used this for the DC right angle plug and power cabling that will run through the post and power the new monitor), RG174u cable for SDI signal, DC inline jack (power from camera is delivered from hirose connector to DC plug), BNC RG174u connectors.

Today I performed a non-destructive modification to my Flyer LE so that I could run it with an HD monitor via SDI. It was pretty easy. I ran new wires down the inside of the center post to feed power and video signal directly from the camera to the monitor. This allowed the original 9-pin mini-din connector from the flyer to remain in tact. I really didn't want to hack it off incase later I want to sell the whole thing and not include my HD SDI monitor. I will post some pictures soon.

Thanks Andrew, James, Nelson and others for your input..

yeah i'd love to see some pics too... anyone care to list some decent monitors for consideration?

James I'm thankful for your post. This is what I thought but you know its always good to check what others have done. I also heard that the cable would work for SDI signal, however I found a guy in the USA that builds very thin SDI cables for me to custom length, so I am thinking to go that route. As for chopping off the mega connector, I think that is he best solution. I'm worried of course if I ever sell it someone will say "It's been hacked apart so it's only worth $5 now... lol) I love the Flyer LE, it fits a very wide range of cameras.

Anyone?

Hi, Anyone have any suggestions to replace the SD monitor on the Flyer 24LE? What i'm real curious about is what you do with the existing cable with mega-connector on the end that normally powers up the monitor and provides the video feed.. you guys hack this apart and add your own connectos - or pull it out completely and re-fit with your own cable and new connectors? Any insight would be great. Cheers,.

Sam it looks like I'm following you everywhere! Nice work on the video. Soon I plan to have some of my own to share! :D

Sorry, you can contact me through the contact form on www.starcentral.ca or dhings [at] hy-way [dot] com

Hi, I'm looking for a Flyer model 24LE please if you or anyone you know is interested in selling one. Thank you,