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Safety
Introduction and Description
The Osprey Plus S is a fully steerable version of the Osprey Plus and
is capable of handling any payload up to 70kg / 155lb. It has 2 stages
for achieving very high and low shots, and the upper stage is perfectly
balanced for on shot tracking of talent.
It has an integral manual pump and an inlet valve for use with an
external supply, making Perfect Balance easy to achieve. There is
a storage area for the camera operator. In addition, the pedestal
includes a pressure gauge for clear and reliable set-up and the
detachable skid allows the pedestal to be simply broken down into
two sections for easy storage and transportation.
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WARNING!
Do NOT attempt to use this product if you do not
understand how to operate it.
Do NOT use this product for any other purpose than
that specified in the Usage statement above.
Maintenance beyond that detailed in this Operators
Guide must be performed only by competent personnel
in accordance with the procedures.
About this Guide
This operators guide is issued for the Osprey Plus S Pedestals, Part
No. Studio: V4171-0001 and OB: V4171-0002.
The guide provides instructions for operation and routine maintenance.
• Safety / educational videos
• Exploded diagrams leading to the Parts Store
• Recycling information and life cycle upgrades
• Warranty information & links to registration /
submit case to service team/case management
• User manuals
• Easy access to service centre
• This QR code is also on the Pedestal for easy
reference.
Scan this QR code to access a dedicated page
containing important information:
It has a selector for both single wheel and all wheel crab steering for
working in tight spaces and on shot direction changes. It comes with
12.5cm / 5 inch wheels Studio), 16cm / 6.3 inch (OB) and adjustable
cable guards for studio use.
Key features:
Upper stage perfect balance for on-shot performance.
Balance assisted second stage for easy elevation and extended
height range.
Full crab and steer facilities controlled from a central steering ring for
enhanced manoeuvrability and on-shot steering.
Built in pressure gauge and manual pump for easy counterbalance
set-up.
Detachable skid for easy transport and storage.
Wheel rim braking mechanism eliminates tyre flat spots for smooth
rolling shots
Pedestal supplied with Quickfix quick release system & operator
storage area
Column can be adapted to work on dolly track
Usage
The Osprey Plus S pedestal is designed for use in television studios
and on location to support and balance a pan and tilt head, camera
and ancillary equipment weighing up to 70 kg / 155 lb.
This product is intended for use on an unobstructed and reasonably
level surface by television camera operators.
