cineline
70
Fluid Head
OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
#1055 Cineline 70 Fluid Head
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Fig. 1
Tilt Lock
Features and Controls
Pan Lock
Threaded Stud
Clamp Nut
Pan Handle
Safety Lock Knob
Side Load Lock Lever
Pan Handle Clamp
Front Box Mounting
Fig. 2
Features and Controls
Camera Plate (Arri Type)
Tilt Drag Control
Counterbalance Selector
Bubble Level
Pan Drag Control
Accessory Mounting
Camera Screws
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Introduction
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Safety Instructions
Thank you for purchasing the Cineline 70 Fluid Head. The
Cineline 70 Fluid Head is purpose-built for lm/digital
production cinematographers who want a new dimension in
professional camera support.
The robust design and construction of the Cineline 70 Fluid
Head is ideal for use on feature lms, documentaries and
high-end television commercial productions that require heavy
payload, frequent re-rigging and a diverse range of lenses and
camera accessories. It is set to accommodate industry-leading
cameras, including Arri, Sony, RED, and Canon.
The Cineline 70 features an Arri-compatible side-loading
camera platform, along with an easy-to-t 1225 Mitchell Base
Adaptor to suit traditional Mitchell Base tripods. Side and
front mounting locations are also provided to accommodate
a wide range of accessories such as the view nder and the
front box.
The Fluid Drag and Counterbalance system was designed
to provide excellent ergonomics and control by offerring
progressive and equal increments of drag and torque to give
ultra-soft starts / stops and perfect diagonal drag transition.
The controls are located on a single backlit panel and allow
the users a highly functional means of controlling all aspects
of the camera motion.
The Cineline 70 will give best performance when used on
a Miller Ø150 HD Tripod or the Miller HD Mitchell Base
Tripod. This will ensure maximum system stability to suit any
professional set-up.
Please use this manual to familiarise yourself with the
operation of the Cineline 70 Fluid Head and observe these
instructions to prevent any damage to your equipment.
Ensure that all equipment is operating correctly and free from
defects and damage, also please ensure that the tripod is
steady, secure and that the bowl is approximately horizontal
when attaching the camera. The operator is responsible for
the safe operation of this piece of equipment.
Do not exceed the maximum payload capacity of the Fluid
Head.
Do not leave the camera unattended on the Fluid Head.
Do not release the SIDE LOAD LOCK LEVER whilst the
camera is at an angle.
Do not adjust the tripod whilst the camera is attached to the
Fluid Head.
Ensure PAN HANDLE CLAMP and CLAMP NUT is securely
tightened.
Apply TILT LOCK when adding/removing equipment from
the camera or when attaching/removing the camera from
the Fluid Head.
Hold camera securely whilst changing Counterbalance, Pan
Drag or Tilt Drag settings.
Hold camera securely whilst adjusting the CLAMP NUT to
level the Fluid Head.
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Technical Data
Fig. 3
Weight 5.7 kg (12.7 lbs)
Payload Range 4.5 – 37.5 kg (9.9 – 82.5 lbs)
Maximum Capacity 45 kg (99 lbs)
Tilt Drag 7 Selectable uid drag positions + 0
Tilt Range + 90˚ / -75˚
Tilt Lock Positive Lock caliper brake system
plus Safety Lock.
Pan Drag 7 Selectable uid drag positions + 0
Pan Range 360˚
Pan Lock Positive Lock caliper brake system
Counterbalance
System
8 Selectable positions (see
performance graph)
Camera Platform Quick release side loading camera
plate (Arri type) with 150 mm (5.90")
travel and 2 x 3/8” camera screws.
Mounting Base Ø150 (5.9”) mm Ball Levelling with 3 x
M5 holes for Mitchell Base Adaptor.
Ball Level Range 15˚
Handle 2 x HD telescopic pan handles with
adjustable reach & angle.
Temperature range -40˚ C to +65˚ C
Construction Lightweight diecast Aluminium alloy,
moulded reinforced plastics
Sealing Water & Dust resistant
Finish
Matt black (low sheen) durable powder
coated with anti-corrosive pre treatment
Warranty 3 Years.
Height
above
bowl
Height
above
Mitchell
base
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Pan Handle
Illumination Button
Bubble Level
Clamp Nut
Pan Handle Clamp
Fig. 4
Operating Instructions
The operating instructions are described in six steps. Please
read and understand these instructions before using this
equipment. Do not omit any steps.
The Cineline 70 Fluid Head can be mounted on a 150mm
TRIPOD BOWL or on a MITCHELL BASE.
1 Fluid Head Set-up (Mitchell Base)
1.1 Loosen the PAN HANDLE CLAMP fully then rotate the
PAN HANDLE until it is approximately perpendicular to the
THREADED STUD (g. 1) and tighten the PAN HANDLE
CLAMP - avoid contact wear between the serrations
on the Fluid Head and the PAN HANDLE CLAMP, if this
occurs then unwind the PAN HANDLE CLAMP further.
1.2
Attach the MITCHELL BASE ADAPTOR (#1225) to the
CLAW BALL, as shown, and tighten the three M5 screws
using a 4mm Hex Key.
1.3 Ensure that the TRIPOD is level, adjust the TRIPOD if
necessary, such that the bubble is inside the black circle
(g. 5).
1.4 Place the LOCATION BOSS into one of the three LOCATION
SLOTS and tighten the CLAMP NUT.
1.5 Set the initial control settings as follows – see Figure 1 & 2:
Select Counterbalance to position 8 (top setting).
Select Pan & Tilt Drag to position 0.
Tighten the PAN LOCK and TILT LOCK.
2 Fluid Head Set-up (Tripod Bowl)
2.1 Ensure that the TRIPOD BOWL is approximately
horizontal. Place the Fluid Head into the TRIPOD BOWL,
adjust the BUBBLE LEVEL such that the bubble is inside
the black circle and tighten the CLAMP NUT.
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Location Slots
Operating Instructions
Fig. 5
Threaded Stud
Location Boss
4mm Hex Key
Mitchell Flat Base Adaptor
Tripod Bubble Level
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Operating Instructions
3 Camera Set-up
3.1 Remove the CAMERA PLATE by pressing and holding
the SAFETY RELEASE KNOB then pulling the SIDE LOAD
LOCK LEVER outwards. Lift the SAFETY LATCH LEVER
and remove the CAMERA PLATE from the BASE PLATE.
3.2 Attach the CAMERA PLATE to the camera and securely
tighten the screws. Refer to the Camera’s owner’s
manual for correct method of attachment to the CAMERA
PLATE.
3.3 Attach camera accessories and the battery to the camera,
it is recommended to estimate the camera’s Centre of
Gravity (C o G) for the purpose of correctly positioning
the camera on the CAMERA PLATE. The camera’s C o G
can be estimated by placing the camera on to a round rod
and then shifting it backwards or forwards until a balance
point – C o G – is achieved. It is recommended to identify
this point on the CAMERA PLATE as it will be useful in
step 3.5.
Adjusting Screw
Lock Screw
Safety Latch
Side Load Lock Lever
Safety Latch Lever
Slide Lock Pad
Safety Release Knob
Fig. 6
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Fig. 7
C of G
Side Load Lock Lever
Safety Lock Knob
Camera Plate (Arri Type)
3.4 Align the edge of the CAMERA PLATE with the BASE
PLATE, and then side load the CAMERA PLATE into the
BASE PLATE. Once the CAMERA PLATE is in position an
audible sound will be heard. At this point, the CAMERA
PLATE can slide forward / backward only.
3.5 Position the CAMERA PLATE such that the camera’s C
o G is directly above the centre axis of the Fluid Head,
then push the SIDE LOAD LOCK LEVER into the locked
position. Check that the CAMERA PLATE is secure.
Operating Instructions
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Unlock Lock
3mm Hex Key
Counter
Clockwise
Clockwise
Operating Instructions
4 Camera Plate Lock Adjustment
The Camera Plate Lock is designed to secure the
CAMERA PLATE in a set position. The Cineline 70 BASE
PLATE can accept a third party (Arri type) CAMERA
PLATE, however, the Camera Plate Lock may need to be
adjusted to account for small dimensional variations in
third party CAMERA PLATES that can signicantly affect
the locking function.
4.1 Press and hold the SAFETY RELEASE KNOB then pull the
SIDE LOAD LOCK LEVER outwards.
4.2 With the CAMERA PLATE in place, gently push the
SIDE LOAD LOCK LEVER towards the BASE PLATE until
resistance is felt – this is the start of the locking action.
Check the position of the SIDE LOAD LOCK LEVER as
shown in gure 9.
4.3 Adjustment is necessary if the SIDE LOAD LOCK LEVER
position is outside the recommended range. Follow gure
9 to determine the correct method of adjustment.
Fig. 8
Flat Screwdriver
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4.4 Using a 3 mm Hex key unlock the LOCK SCREW (g. 6),
then using a broad at screw driver turn the ADJUSTING
SCREW (g. 6) in the direction shown by 1/8 of a turn
and re-check step 4.2, repeat 4.4 if necessary. When
adjusted correctly, the SIDE LOAD LOCK LEVER will be
smooth to operate and require modest effort to lock the
CAMERA PLATE.
4.5 Once the correct adjustment is achieved, remove the
CAMERA PLATE and lock the LOCK SCREW.
Fig. 9
Turn Adjustment Screw
Counterclockwise to
compensate for a wider
camera plate.
Camera Plate
Correct position of Side
Load Lock Lever at the
start of locking action.
Camera Plate
Turn Adjustment Screw
Clockwise to compensate
for a narrower camera plate.
Camera Plate
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Operating Instructions
5 Counterbalance Control
The counterbalance system was designed to neutralise the
effect of the camera weight when it is tilted. The Cineline 70
Fluid Head offers an 8 position counterbalance system which
can be operated via the COUNTERBALANCE SELECTOR (g.
2). The COUNTERBALANCE SELECTOR must be operated
when the CAMERA PLATE is in a horizontal position. After
changing the Counterbalance setting it may be necessary to
tilt the camera back and forth to ensure that the CB spring
has engaged. The camera must be held securely while
changing the Counterbalance setting.
5.1 For safety ensure that Counterbalance position 8 is selected.
5.2 Hold the camera and release the TILT LOCK, then gently
tilt the camera from a horizontal position forward then
backward and observe its response. If the Camera ‘Springs
Back’ to the horizontal position then a lower Counterbalance
setting is required, select Counterbalance position 7 and
recheck, select lower setting again if necessary. Correct
counterbalance setting has been achieved when minimum
effort is required to move the camera over the entire tilt
range.
TIP: Fine tuning can be achieved by adjusting the CAMERA
PLATE - see step 3.5.
Counterbalance Performance
Fig. 10
Payload Capacity kg (lbs)
C of G* Min Max
100 (4”) 5.4 (11.9) 43 (94.6)
125 (5”) 4.7 (10.3) 37.8 (83.2)
150 (6”) 4.2 (9.2) 33.7 (74.1)
175 (7”) 3.8 (8.4) 30.4 (66.9)
200 (8”) 3.5 (7.7) 27.7 (60.9)
*C of G: Centre of Gravity for camera height above camera plate
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Operating Instructions
5 Pan / Tilt Drag Control
The Cineline 70 Fluid Head offers 7 selectable positions of uid
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.
• Do not Pan or Tilt the Fluid Head whilst adjusting PAN or TILT
DRAG CONTROL or whilst the PAN & TIL DRAG CONTROL is
between settings.
• The drag setting can be changed at any tilt or pan angle.
6 Pan / Tilt Lock Control
The Cineline 70 Fluid Head offers high capacity caliper disc brake
system to hold the Fluid Head in a xed pan and/or tilt position.
Camera position will not change when applying or releasing the
Pan / Tilt locks.
• Do not pan or tilt the Fluid Head whilst the PAN or the TILT
LOCK is partially applied.
7 Illumination
The Cineline 70 Fluid Head offers illumination of the PAN, TILT,
COUNTERBALANCE CONTROLS AND BUBBLE LEVEL when the
low ambient light conditions exist. Illumination can be achieved by
pressing the ILLUMINATION BUTTON once. The light will switch
off after 10 seconds.
Illumination Button
Pan Drag Control
Counterbalance Selector
Fig. 11
Tilt Drag Control
Bubble Level
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Maintenance
The Cineline 70 Fluid Head offers high quality surface coatings.
Miller recommends keeping the Fluid Head clean at all times by
using soft brushes and lint free cloth to wipe over the surfaces.
• Do not immerse the Fluid Head in any liquid.
• Do not use stiff brushes, abrasives, harsh detergents and
solvents.
Battery Replacement
The Cineline 70 Fluid Head uses a single GP23A type - 12 Volt
battery for Illumination. Miller recommends the following batteries
to provide long life performance – GP23A, Duracell MN21/23 or
Vinnic L1028.
1 Using a Phillips Head #1 screw driver, remove the RETAINING
SCREWS and the BATTERY DOOR.
2 Using a small at screw driver remove the battery.
3 Align the new battery as shown on the back of the BATTERY
DOOR and place into the BATTERY HOUSING, then push down
the battery into place. A small at screw driver may be used to
push down the battery into the BATTERY HOUSING.
4 Align the BATTERY DOOR into the body then tighten the
screws lightly.
Fig. 12
Battery CoverBattery
Battery Housing
Retaining Screws
Illumination Button
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Storage Service, Sales and Support
The Cineline 70 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.
Battery 12V P3798
Camera Plate Assembly CL70 (Includes 2 x 3/8”
screws), (Arri type)
#1065
Camera screw 3/8” P0037
Camera screw 1/4” P0036
HD Telescopic Pan Handle assembly (including
Handle Clamp)
#698
HD Telescopic Pan Handle #697
Multi Hard Case with wheels #318
Clamp nut P8459
Accessory Mounting Bracket Ass’y #1221
Accessory Mounting Adaptor Ass’y #1217
Mitchell Base Adaptor #1225
Accessory Front Box Adaptor #1223
Warranty
Please refer to warranty card for complete details.
Miller Authorised Service Agents must carry out all service
and repair work. Failure to observe this requirement 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,
NSW 2064 Australia
Tel: +61 2 9439 6377 Fax: +61 2 9438 2819
Email: sales@miller.com.au
MILLER Camera Support (LLC) USA
216 Little Falls Road (Unit 15 & 16), Cedar Grove, New Jersey
07009-1231 USA
Tel: (973) 857 8300 Fax: (973) 857 8188
Email: sales@millertripods.us
MILLER FLUID HEADS (EUROPE) LTD.
Unit 12A, Shepperton Business Park
Govett Avenue, Shepperton, Middlesex TW17 8BA
United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0)1932 222 888 Fax: +44 (0)11932 222 211
Email: sales@millertripods-europe.com
www.millertripods.com
www.millertripods.com
MILLER CAMERA SUPPORT EQUIPMENT
30 Hotham Parade
Artarmon, Sydney
NSW 2064 Australia
Tel: +61 2 9439 6377
Fax: +61 2 9438 2819
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