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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CONTENTS

4

FEATURES AND CONTROLS

2 and 3

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

4

INTRODUCTION

4

TECHNICAL DATA 

5

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

6

1. Install and level the Head 

6

2. Mount Your Camera 

7

3. Centre Your Camera on the Head 

8

4. Counterbalance Your Camera 

5. Drag Control 

10

6. Illumination 

10

MAINTENANCE

10

7. Battery Replacement 

11

CLEANING

11

STORAGE

Back Cover

SPARE PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

Back Cover

WARRANTY

Back Cover

SERVICE

Back Cover

Before operation read the Operating Instructions (pp6-12).

Arrow fluid heads have been designed to accommodate film
and television cameras, and to be operated by qualified
camera operators.

Hold camera securely during all fitting or removal operations.

Do not adjust the counterbalance or drag settings without
securing (holding) pan handle.

To prevent accidental or sudden movement do not release the
TILT LOCK without holding the PAN HANDLE.

Do not release the clamp nut without holding either the head
or attached camera.

Do not exceed the maximum total payload (see Technical
Specifications).

The operator is responsible for the safe operation of this piece
of equipment.

Welcome to the Operating Manual for the Arrow 30, Arrow and
Arrow HD fluid head. Arrow is a versatile fluid pan/tilt head
designed for a wide variety of cameras and configurations.
Developed using the latest 3D modelling software and
manufactured with computer-controlled precision, Arrow is
designed to reliably and stably support portable film and video
cameras shooting in the world’s most challenging conditions.

From lightweight ENG camcorders to heavier EFP dockable
cameras, Arrow heads offer optimum lightweight, robust
performance with the smoothest fluid motion - from the
company that invented and patented the fluid head.

INTRODUCTION

Summary of Contents for 1012

Page 1: ...The Arrow Series Fluid Head Operator s Manual 1020 Arrow 30 with Euro camera platform 1012 Arrow with Euro camera platform 1014 Arrow HD with Euro camera platform ...

Page 2: ...row HD 100mm range Arrow 30 only CAMERA SCREWS 1 4 AND PIN ADAPTOR CARRIAGE CAMERA PLATE QUICK RELEASE LEVER SAFETY TAB COUNTERBALANCE SELECTOR PAN DRAG CONTROL ILLUMINATION BUTTON TILT LOCK TILT DRAG CONTROL BUBBLE LEVEL FEATURES AND CONTROLS 2 FIG 1 ...

Page 3: ...FEATURES AND CONTROLS 3 FIG 2 PAN HANDLE TELESCOPIC CLAMP PAN HANDLE CLAMP SLIDING PLATFORM LOCK BOWL CLAMP NUT PAN LOCK ...

Page 4: ...handle To prevent accidental or sudden movement do not release the TILT LOCK without holding the PAN HANDLE Do not release the clamp nut without holding either the head or attached camera Do not exceed the maximum total payload see Technical Specifications The operator is responsible for the safe operation of this piece of equipment Welcome to the Operating Manual for the Arrow 30 Arrow and Arrow ...

Page 5: ...tem Calliper disc brake system Calliper disc brake system COUNTERBALANCE 4 selectable positions 4 selectable positions 4 selectable positions CAMERA PLATFORM Euro quick release camera plate in Euro quick release camera plate in Euro quick release camera plate in sliding camera balance platform sliding camera balance platform sliding camera balance platform Camera Attachment 3 8 1 4 screws 1 4 pin ...

Page 6: ... tripod bowl and re fit the CLAMP NUT Do not tighten CLAMP NUT 1 3 Level the fluid head by centering the bubble in the BUBBLE LEVEL Then tighten the CLAMP NUT 1 4 In low light conditions the BUBBLE LEVEL can be illuminated by pressing the ILLUMINATION BUTTON 1 5 Note If adjusting the level with your camera mounted first ensure the camera is securely held before loosening CLAMP NUT 1 INSTALL AND LE...

Page 7: ...nce the camera on a rod or similar to find balance point 2 4 Attach the CAMERA PLATE over the C of G by fastening the 3 8 1 4 CAMERA SCREWS into your camera s base or tripod adaptor plate These screws should be tightened evenly and as far apart as possible to prevent any movement between your camera and the fluid head N B Arrow 30 is also supplied with a 1 4 screw pin carriage Cat 493 for direct a...

Page 8: ... camera should be firmly attached with no obvious free movement SLIDING PLATFORM SLIDING PLATFORM LOCK CENTRE AXIS FIG 5 3 CENTRE YOUR CAMERA ON THE HEAD 3 1 With your camera attached to the fluid head hold the PAN HANDLE and release the TILT LOCK 3 2 Turn the TILT DRAG CONTROL knob to position 0 Turn the COUNTERBALANCE SELECTOR knob to position 1 3 3 Release the SLIDE LOCK lever and slide your ca...

Page 9: ...ur camera remains static in a tilted position If the camera moves from its tilted position return the camera to the horizontal position and turn the COUNTERBALANCE SELECTOR knob to a higher or lower setting Tilt through the range again and repeat this test until the camera remains static in both tilted forward and tilted backward positions Note If accessories are added or removed re balance can be...

Page 10: ...sure that tilt and pan drag controls are on similar settings For low light conditions Arrow heads provide illumination of the bubble level the pan and tilt drag settings and pan and tilt knob indicators 6 1 Press the ILLUMINATION BUTTON to illuminate these features You do not need to hold it down All the above features will remain illuminated for 10 seconds then will switch OFF automatically With ...

Page 11: ...R and RETAINING SCREWS 7 5 Press the ILLUMINATION BUTTON to test operation WARNING Do not immerse in any liquid WARNING Do not use stiff brushes abrasives or solvents Arrow heads feature protective coatings dust and moisture seals and anti corrosive fittings to ensure long and trouble free operation even in harsh environments To ensure optimum performance through the life of the head Miller recomm...

Page 12: ...irement 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 SUPPORT EQUIPMENT 30 Hotham Parade Artarmon Sydney NS...

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