Miller Camera Support 25 User's Manual
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1. BATTERY DOOR and the old battery D Insert the new battery as shown in figure 7 Insert the tab on the BATTERY DOOR into the body first then align the two screw holes and tighten the screws snugly Illumination Button Battery Retaining Screw Battery Door Storage S ervice Sales and Support The Arrow 25 Fluid Head can be stored for extended periods Miller recommends storage in a Miller Soft Case and the following Remove battery Clean the external surfaces Keep in a dry place away from direct sunlight D Loosen off PAN amp TILT LOCK Spare Parts and Accessories ITEM ITEM NO Battery P3798 Camera plate Assembly Including 3 8 1 4 screws 860 Camera screw 3 8 POO37 Camera screw 1 4 POO36 1 4 pin camera carriage 493 Standard Pan Handle assembly incl Handle Clamp 679 Standard Pan Handle 689 Soft Case 870 Soft Case 872 Clamp nut P3S36 Warranty Please refer to warranty card for complete details 10 Miller Authorised Service Agents must carry out all service and repair work Failure to observe this requirement may void warranty It is advisable to notify Miller or a Miller Authorised Service Agent if a change of performance is observed as a result of dropping or rough usage For information regarding sales and service of Miller products or for your nearest Miller representative please contact us via Our website or at the following MILLER CAMERA SUPPO2. a balance point C of G is achieved It is recommended to identify this point on the camera as it will be useful in step 2 5 Attach the CAMERA PLATE to the camera or the QUICK RELEASE TRIPOD ADAPTOR such that the C of G mark on the camera is approximately 10 20 mm behind the front edge of the CAMERA PLATE then securely tighten the screws Align the CAMERA PLATE with the SLIDING PLATFORM fig 1 and slide it in until the safety mechanism is engaged Fig 5 UEAN 2 6 Release the SLIDING PLATFORM LOCK and slide the SLIDING PLATFORM such that the camera s C of G is directly above the centre axis of the Fluid Head fig 5 and tighten the SLIDING PLATFORM LOCK fig 5 If this can not be achieved then reposition the CAMERA PLATE on the Camera or the QUICK RELEASE TRIPOD ADAPTOR step 2 4 This will ensure that the system has maximum Stability Sliding platform Sliding platform lock See 1 i o ina 3 Counterbalance Control The counterbalance system was designed to neutralise the effect of the camera weight when it is tilted The Arrow 25 Fluid Head offers a 4 position counterbalance system which can be operated via the COUNTERBALANCE SELECTOR fig 1 The COUNTERBALANCE SELECTOR must be operated when the SLIDING PLATFORM is in a horizontal position After changing the Counterbalance setting it may be necessary to tilt the camera back and forth to ensure that the CB spring has eng
3. serrations on the Fluid Head and the PAN HANDLE CLAMP if this occurs then unwind the PAN HANDLE CLAMP further 1 2 Ensure that the TRIPOD BOWL is approximately horizontal Place the Fluid Head into the TRIPOD BOWL adjust the BUBBLE LEVEL fig 4 such that the bubble is inside the black circle and tighten the CLAMP NUT 1 3 Set the initial control settings as follows see Figure 1 amp 2 Select Counterbalance to position 4 top setting Select Pan amp Tilt Drag to position O Tighten the PAN LOCK TILT LOCK and the SLIDING PLATFORM LOCK Illumination Button Bubble Level Tripod Bowl Threaded Stud Clamp Nut 2 2 2 3 2 4 2 5 rating Instruction Camera Set up Remove the CAMERA PLATE by pulling down the SAFETY TAB while rotating the QUICK RELEASE KNOB to the left The CAMERA PLATE should pop out Refer to the Camera s owners manual for correct method of attachment to the CAMERA PLATE Inspect the CAMERA PLATE and remove the 14 and 3 8 screws for Mini DV mount or the 14 PIN ADAPTOR CARRIAGE ENG mount as required Attach camera accessories battery and the QUICK RELEASE TRIPOD ADAPTER if required to the camera it is recommended to estimate the camera s Centre of Gravity C of G for the purpose of correctly positioning the camera on the CAMERA PLATE The camera s C of G can be estimated by placing the camera on to a round rod and then shifting it backwards or forwards until
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5. aged The camera must be held securely while changing the Counterbalance setting 3 1 For safety ensure that Counterbalance position 4 is selected 3 2 Hold the camera and release the TILT LOCK then gently tilt the camera from a horizontal position forward then backward and observe its response If the Camera Springs Back to the horizontal position then a lower Counterbalance setting is required select Counterbalance position 3 and recheck select lower setting again if necessary Correct counterbalance setting has been acheived when minimum effort is required to move the camera over the entire tilt range TIP Fine tuning can be achieved by adjusting the SLIDING PLATFORM see step 2 6 Counterbalance Performance I OS aha Ke 300 E 250 w L 200 T O 150 O 0 6 Q 100 O O 50 O 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 Camera Payload kg Fig 6 A Pan Tilt Drag Control Tilt Drag Setting Illumination Button Counter Balance Selector The Arrow 25 Fluid Head offers 5 selectable positions of fluid drag zero setting in the Pan and Tilt The settings are equally stepped from light drag in position 1 up to heavy drag in position 5 the drag plates are completely disengaged in position zero Pan Drag Setting Do not Pan or Tilt the Fluid Head whilst adjusting PAN or TILT r DRAG CONTROL or whilst the PAN amp TIL DRAG CONTROL 2 counte palanc is between settings The drag set
6. arrow Fluid Head OPERATOR S MANUAL 1022 Arrow 25 Fluid Head Sliding Platform Camera Screws Tilt Lock Tilt Drag Control Bubble Level 1 4 and Pin Adaptor Camera Plate Quick Release Knob Safety Tab Counterbalance Selector Pan Drag Control Introduction sesss Thank you for purchasing the Arrow 25 Fluid Head The Arrow 25 Fluid Head has been designed to suit payload capacities from lightweight DVCAM up to standard configuration ENG cameras The robust design and construction of the Arrow 25 Fluid Head offers maximum stability accuracy and durability and includes precision ball bearing mounted Fluid Drag Plate system in the Pan and Tilt assembly to deliver true fluid drag performance over the entire temperature and payload range The Fluid Drag and the Counterbalance system were designed to provide excellent control and repeatability and offer progressive equal increments of drag and torque The Arrow 25 Fluid Head also offers IIluminated single control location for operating Pan Tilt Counterbalance and viewing Bubble level The Arrow 25 Fluid Head will give best performance when used on a wide range of Miiller tripods including SOLO ENG 1505 Sprinter Il 1589 1580 1576 and HD 931 tripod This will ensure maximum system stability to suit any professional set up The Arrow 25 Fluid Head will suit most industry standard 100 mm tripods as well please refe
7. ce System Camera Platform Type Camera Plate Mounting Base Ball Level Range Handle Temperature range C F Construction Sealing Finish Warranty 3 0 6 6 5 14 11 0 30 9 25 55 1 5 Selectable fluid drag positions O 90 75 Positive Lock calliper brake system 5 Selectable fluid drag positions O 360 Positive Lock calliper brake system 4 Selectable positions see Fig 6 Quick release sliding platform with 70 mm travel 1 4 3 8 and 1 4 Locating Pin Carriage Mini DV mount 3100 mm Ball Levelling 15 Standard black anodised pan handle with adjustable angle 40 to 65 40 to 149 Lightweight diecast Aluminium alloy moulded reinforced plastics Water amp Dust resistant Matt black low sheen durable powder coated with anti corrosive pre treatment 3 Years 170 6 69 77 3 04 196 7 7 162 6 38 188 7 40 116 4 58 HEIGHT l7 ABOVE BOWL 98 3 86 The operating instructions are described in six steps Please read and understand these instructions before using this equipment Do not omit any steps 1 Fluid Head Set up 1 1 Loosen the PAN HANDLE CLAMP fully then rotate the PAN HANDLE until it is approximately perpendicular to the THREADED STUD fig 4 and tighten the PAN HANDLE CLAMP avoid contact wear between the
8. r to manufactures manual for mounting details Safety Instructions Attaching removing the camera Please use this manual to familiarise yourself with the operation of the Arrow 25 Fluid Head and observe these instructions to prevent any damage to your equipment Ensure that all equipment is operating correctly and free from defects and damage also please ensure that the tripod is steady secure and that the bowl is approximately horizontal when attaching the camera The operator is responsible for the safe operation of this piece of equipment Do not exceed the maximum payload capacity of the Fluid Head gt Do not leave the camera Unattended on the Fluid Head gt Do not release the SLIDING PLATFORM LOCK whilst the camera is at an angle Do not adjust the tripod whilst the camera is attached to the Fluid Head Ensure PAN HANDLE CLAMP and CLAMP NUT is securely tightened gt Apply TILT LOCK when adding removing equipment from the camera or when attaching removing the camera from the Fluid Head Hold camera securely whilst changing Counterbalance Pan Drag or Tilt Drag settings Hold the camera securely whilst releasing the QUICK RELEASE KNOB Hold camera securely whilst adjusting the CLAMP NUT to level the Fluid Head Technical Data Weight kg Ib Payload Range kg Ib Max Capacity kg Ib Tilt Drag Tilt Range Tilt Lock Pan Drag Pan Range Pan Lock Counterbalan
9. ting can be changed at any tilt or pan angle 5 Pan Tilt Lock Control The Arrow 25 Fluid Head offers high capacity calliper disc brake system to hold the Fluid Head in a fixed pan and or tilt position Camera position will not change when applying or releasing the Pan Tilt locks gt Do not pan or tilt the Fluid Head whilst the PAN or the TILT LOCK is partially applied 6 Illumination The Arrow 25 Fluid Head offers illumination of the PAN amp TILT DRAG CONTROL settings BUBBLE LEVEL and PAN amp TILT INDICATOR when the low ambient light conditions exist Fig 7 Geng ui Illumination can be achieved by pressing the ILLUMINATION BUTTON once The light will switch off after 10 seconds Tilt Drag Knob Tilt Indicator Bubble Level Pan Drag Knob Maintenance OO The Arrow 25 Fluid Head offers high quality surface coatings dust and moisture seals Miller recommends keeping the Fluid Head clean at all times by using soft brushes and lint free cloth to wipe over the surfaces D Do not immerse the Fluid Head in any liquid D Do not use stiff brushes abrasives harsh detergents and solvents Battery Replacement The Arrow 25 Fluid Head uses a single GP23A type 12 Volt battery for Illumination Miller recommends the following batteries to provide long life performance Duracell MN21 23 Eveready A23 or Vinnic L1028 Using a Phillips Head 1 screw driver remove the two RETAINING SCREWs
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