Fluid Head OPERATOR’S MANUAL 1072 Arrowx 3 Fluid Head 1074 Arrowx 5 Fluid Head 1076 Arrowx 7 Fluid Head
Features and Controls Sliding Platform Camera Screws Camera Plate Sliding Platform Lock Quick Release Knob Pan Handle Safety Tab Tilt Lock Counterbalance Selector Illumination Button Tilt Drag Control Pan Handle Clamp Pan Drag Control Bubble Level Pan Lock CB Plus Selector Knob Tripod Bowl Threaded Stud Clamp Nut Fig. 1 1 Fig.
Introduction Safety Instructions Thank you for purchasing the Arrowx Fluid Head. The Arrowx Fluid Head has been designed to suit a wide range of cameras, lenses and accessories as demanded by ENG, EFP, Studio and Field OB setups.
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 3. Counterbalance Control The counterbalance system was designed to neutralise the effect of the camera weight when it is tilted. The Arrowx Fluid Head offers a 16 position counterbalance system which is operated with the Counterbalance Selector Knob (Fig. 1) and the CB Plus Selector Knob (Fig. 2). The system was designed for an efficient and ergonomic control of the counterbalance mechanism which delivers a wide payload range capacity.
Operating Instructions 4. Pan-tilt Drag Control. Tilt Drag Setting Illumination Button Counter Balance Selector The Arrowx 5 & 7 Fluid Head offers 7 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 7, the drag plates are completely disengaged in position zero. The Arrowx 3 offers 5 selectable positions of Fluid drag + zero setting.
Maintenance The Arrowx 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 Arrowx Fluid Head uses a single GP23A type - 12 Volt battery for Illumination.
Specifications 1072 Arrowx 3 1074 Arrowx 5 1076 Arrowx 7 Weight 3.1kg (6.8lbs) 3.4kg (7.4lbs) 3.4kg (7.4lbs) Payload range 1-19kg (2.2-41.8lbs) 2-21kg (4.4-46.2lbs) 6-25kg (13.2-55.
Specifications Counterbalance Performance Counterbalance Performance C of G above Camera plate (mm) 1074 Arrowx 5 Fluid Head C of G above Camera plate (mm) 1072 Arrowx 3 Fluid Head Payload Range 1-19kg (2.2-41.8lbs) Payload Range 2-21kg (4.4-46.2lbs) 1076 Arrowx 7 Fluid Head C of G above Camera plate (mm) Counterbalance Performance Payload Range 6-25kg (13.2-55.
Specifications Fig. 7 10 9 Fig.
Storage Service, Sales and Support The Arrowx 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. • Loosen off PAN & TILT LOCK. Spare Parts and Accessories ITEM ITEM NO.
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