Vision AS range pan and tilt heads Operators Guide V4045-4980 Vinten simply perfection
Vision AS range Pan and Tilt Heads Original Instructions Issue 1
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Back Safety - read this first Warning Symbols in this Operators Guide Where there is a risk of personal injury or injury to others, comments appear highlighted by the word WARNING!—supported by the warning triangle symbol.
Back Technical specification Vision 3 AS pan and tilt head Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.1 cm (5.9 in.) Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13.8 cm (5.4 in.) Width. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13.8 cm (5.4 in.
Back Vision 10 AS pan and tilt head Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 cm (6.3 in.) Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.1 cm (5.9 in.) Width. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13.8 cm (5.4 in.) Weight including pan bar and bowl clamp assembly . . . .
Back Contents Page Safety - read this first . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Caring for the environment by recycling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Technical specification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Back (5) (4) (1) (3) (2) Fig.
Back (17) (16) (18) (15) (14) (13) (12) (6) (7) (11) (10) (9) (8) Fig. 2 Vision AS pan and tilt head (left-hand side) (6) Pan bar mounting (7) Pan drag control (8) Switch for illuminating the level bubble (9) Level bubble (10) Pan brake lever (11) Tilt drag control (12) Tilt brake lever (13) Slide plate clamp (14) Slide load release (15) Slide plate scale (16) Slide plate (side-loading) (17) 3/8 in.
Back Introduction and description The Vision 3AS, 5AS, 8AS and 10AS pan and tilt heads have been designed to support and perfectly balance a range of professional digital video cameras weighing up to 14.5 kg (32 lb). The Vision AS pan and tilt head is equipped with a quick release side-loading camera plate that allows operators to easily and quickly setup and remove the camera.
Back in. camera mounting screws can be stored in the camera screw storage compartment (18) located on the left-hand side of the camera mounting platform. Pan bar Pan bar mounting points (6) are located at the rear of the head on either side of the camera mounting platform. The pan bar (5) is attached using a pan bar clamp (4), with angular adjustment available on the mount serrations. A fixed pan bar is supplied with the Vision 3AS, 5AS and 8AS heads.
Back Operation Fitting the pan bar A single pan bar is supplied and is fitted to either the right or left-hand side of the head onto the pan bar mounting (6). To fit the pan bar: Position the pan bar (5) onto the pan bar mounting (6). Rotate the pan bar clamp (4) in a clockwise direction until the pan bar is secured. A second pan bar can be fitted to the other side of the head if required.
Back Mounting the camera using 3/8 in. camera mounting screws The camera slide plate (16) is secured to the base of the camera using either two 3/8 in. camera screws or a 1/4 in. screw pin adaptor (see Mounting the camera using the 1/4 in. screw and pin adaptor on page 14). To mount the camera onto the head: Remove the camera slide plate (16) from the head (Fig. 3). Turn the slide plate clamp (13) approximately 1/2 a turn in a counter-clockwise direction to release the clamp.
Back Position the two 3/8 in. camera screws (17) as far apart as possible on the camera slide plate (16) (Fig. 4). Fig. 4 Fitting the 3/8 in. camera mounting screws Attach the camera slide plate (16) to the camera or camera mounting plate approximately under the centre of the camera's weight. If not already done, apply both the pan brake (10) and tilt brake (12) by turning the levers in a clockwise direction. CAUTION! DO NOT use force on the brake levers. Hand tighten only.
Back 13 B 2 A 1 Fig. 5 Mounting the camera onto the head Mounting the camera using the 1/4 in. screw and pin adaptor A 1/4 in. screw and pin adaptor, comprising a 1/4 in. locating pin on a plate and a 1/4 in. camera mounting screw, is stored in the camera storage compartment (18) on right-hand side of the camera mounting platform. The process of mounting the camera onto the head is the same as described in Mounting the camera using 3/8 in. camera mounting screws on page 12.
Back (19) (17) (18) Fig. 6 Camera screw storage compartment Remove the 3/8 in. camera mounting screws (17) from the camera slide plate (16) (if not already done) and place them into the camera storage compartment (18). Secure the compartment cover by pressing the cover downwards. Mount the 1/4 in. screw and pin adaptor (19) onto the top of the camera slide plate (16) with the 1/4 in. camera mounting screw from under the slide plate (Fig. 7). Fig. 7 Fitting the 1/4 in.
Back If not already done, apply both pan brake (10) and tilt brake (12) by turning the levers in a clockwise direction. CAUTION! DO NOT use force on the brake levers. Hand tighten only. Lower the camera onto the camera mounting platform (Fig. 5) ensuring that the edge of the camera slide plate (16) opposite the slide clamp (13) engages first, and then push downward until the slide clamp ‘snaps’ into position.
Back 150 ±90° C of G Height (mm) 125 ±60° ±45° 100 75 50 0 2 4 8 6 Payload (kg) 10 Fig. 8 Vision 3AS balance graph 150 C of G Height (mm) ±90° 125 ±60° ±45° 100 75 50 0 5 10 15 20 Payload (kg) Fig.
Back 200 ±90° C of G Height (mm) 175 ±60° 150 ±45° 125 100 75 50 0 5 10 15 20 25 Payload (kg) Fig. 10 Vision 8AS balance graph 200 C of G Height (mm) 175 ±90° 150 ±60° 125 ±45° 100 75 50 0 5 10 15 20 25 Payload (kg) Fig.
Back 1. 2. 3. WARNING! 1. Do NOT exceed the maximum capacity of either the head or the tripod. The system will become unstable and may fail. Always support the camera payload when disengaging the counter-balance (Perfect Balance control) mechanism to prevent it falling away suddenly. Keep hands clear of the moving platform to avoid trapping fingers. To check camera balance: Reduce tilt drag to a minimum level by turning the tilt adjustment control (11) in an counterclockwise direction.
Back until it balances horizontally. Tighten the slide plate clamp (13) to secure the camera in position. Re-check and adjust as necessary. WARNING! Securely apply the slide plate clamp (13) when the camera is positioned, to prevent the camera payload slipping. Using the pan bar (5), tilt the head backwards and forwards. Turn the Perfect Balance control (3) clockwise until the camera remains in position and does not fall away when the head is tilted and then released (hands-free).
Back Applying pan and tilt drag Both the pan and tilt mechanisms incorporate a fluid drag system to ensure smooth movement of the camera about these axes. The tilt drag control (11) is located on the left-hand side of the head and the pan drag control (7) is located at the back of the head, beneath the camera mounting platform. NOTE: The whip-pan facility is not affected by the pan drag setting.
Back Maintenance General Vinten products are robustly made to high engineering standards and little attention is required to maintain serviceability save regular cleaning. Attention to the following points will ensure a long and useful service life with minimum need for repair. Cleaning During indoor use, the only cleaning required should be a regular wipe over with a lint-free cloth. Dirt accumulated during storage may be removed using a semi-stiff brush.
Back Position the new battery (positive terminal upward) in the battery compartment (1), ensuring that it is neatly stowed in the cut-out provided. CAUTION! Use plastic tweezers when handling the battery. Avoid shortening the battery by holding it by the circumference edge. Refit the battery compartment (1) into the head. CAUTION! DO NOT use force on the battery compartment. Ensure that the compartment is correctly aligned with the fittings inside the head.
Back Adjusting the pan and tilt brakes The pan and tilt brakes may require adjustment after prolonged use. These adjustments should be carried out by competent persons only. The field service spares kit includes replacement brake levers and caps (if required). To adjust the brakes: Turn the brake lever counter-clockwise to its lowest off position as shown in Fig. 15. Insert the thin-blade of a precision screwdriver or similar tool into the top of the cap (10.1) & (12.1). Carefully prise off the cap.
Back . (12) (12.2) (12.1) (10) (10.2) (10.1) Fig.
Back Parts list The following parts lists include main assemblies, user-replaceable spare parts and field service spares kit. The Vision range can be purchased as a complete system including tripod, spreader and soft case if required. For further information regarding the complete systems and spare parts, please contact Camera Dynamics Ltd or your local Vinten distributor. For information on-line, visit our website at www.vinten.com Vision AS range of pan and tilt heads Vision 3AS (75mm bowl). . . . . . .
Back Battery tray moulding (3AS & 5AS). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .V4043-1904 Bowl clamp assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3330-30 Field service spares kit Field service spares kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .V4045-1902 Brake lever (2 off) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Back Warranty Details and Terms and Conditions Please read the Warranty Details and Terms and Conditions for your product. Register your product now on-line at www.vinten.com/register to get One Extra Year Warranty and a Free Vinten Quality Gift. The product serial number is located on the camera mounting platform, under the camera slide plate.
Back ANY EXPRESS WARRANTY NOT PROVIDED HEREIN, AND ANY REMEDY WHICH, BUT FOR THE WARRANTY CONTAINED HEREIN, MIGHT ARISE BY IMPLICATION OR OPERATION OF LAW IS HEREBY EXCLUDED AND DISCLAIMED INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
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