Vision blue pan and tilt head
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Tilt the head backwards and forwards to determine if the camera position is equally
balanced in both directions. The camera and payload must be positioned over the centre
of gravity.
If the camera’s C of G is not positioned over the head’s C of G, set the platform level and
apply the tilt brake (3). Position the camera correctly on the head by releasing the slide
plate clamp (6) and then sliding the camera on the camera slide plate (2), backwards or
forwards until it balances horizontally. Tighten the slide plate clamp (6) to secure the
camera in position. Re-check and adjust as necessary.
Using the pan bar (8), tilt the head backwards and forwards. Turn the Perfect Balance
knob (11) clockwise until the camera remains in position and does not fall away when
the head is tilted and then released (hands-free).
Repeat the setup until perfect balance is achieved, when the camera remains set at any
angle from +90° to –90° without falling away or spri nging back.
Apply the tilt brake (3) when balance is achieved to prevent the camera from moving
accidentally when not in use.
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Friction brakes on each axis allow the head to be locked at any chosen position. The operating
levers for the pan brake (4) and tilt brake (3) are fitted at the left-hand side of the head.
To apply the brake:
Turn the brake lever fully clockwise.
To release the brake:
Turn the brake lever fully counter-clockwise
Warning!
Securely apply the slide plate clamp (6) when the camera is positioned, to
prevent the camera payload slipping.
NOTE: Maximum tilt angle is less than 90° for heavy p ayloads with a high C of G - refer
to the counterbalance chart (Fig. 3).
CAUTION!
DO NOT use the brakes to supplement drag, the head may be damaged.
When the brakes are not in use, always ensure they are fully released.
CAUTION!
DO NOT use force on the brake levers. Hand tighten only.