arrow Fluid Head OPERATOR’S MANUAL #1022 Arrow 25 Fluid Head 25
Features and Controls Sliding Platform 1/4” and Pin Adaptor Camera Screws Camera Plate Quick Release Knob Safety Tab Tilt Lock Counterbalance Selector Tilt Drag Control Pan Drag Control Bubble Level Fig.
Features and Controls Tilt Lock Pan Handle Pan Lock Pan Handle Clamp Sliding Platform Lock Threaded Stud Clamp Nut Fig.
Introduction Safety Instructions 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. Attaching/removing the camera.
Technical Data ���������� ���������� ���������� 5 - 14 (11.0 - 30.9) Max Capacity - kg (lb) 25 (55.1) Tilt Drag 5 Selectable fluid drag positions + 0 Tilt Range + 90o / -75o Tilt Lock Positive Lock calliper brake system Pan Drag 5 Selectable fluid drag positions + 0 Pan Range 360o Pan Lock Positive Lock calliper brake system Counterbalance System 4 Selectable positions (see Fig 6) Camera Platform Type Quick release sliding platform with 70 mm travel.
Operating Instructions 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 serrations on the Fluid Head and the PAN HANDLE CLAMP, if this occurs then unwind the PAN HANDLE CLAMP further. 1.
Operating Instructions 2. Camera Set-up 2.1 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. 2.2 Refer to the Camera’s owners manual for correct method of attachment to the CAMERA PLATE. Inspect the CAMERA PLATE and remove the 1⁄4” and 3/8” screws (for Mini-DV mount) or the 1⁄4” + PIN ADAPTOR CARRIAGE (ENG mount) as required. 2.
Operating Instructions Counterbalance Performance 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.
Operating Instructions 4. Pan / Tilt Drag Control. Tilt Drag Setting 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.
Maintenance 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. Illumination Button ◗ Do not immerse the Fluid Head in any liquid. ◗ 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.
Storage Service, 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: 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.
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