Vinten V4034-0001 User manual
Vector 750
Pan and Tilt Head
Vinten
Operators Guide
Camera Control Solutions
Vector 750
Pan and Tilt Head
Publication Part No. V4034-4980
Issue 1 (February 2008)
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Understanding these instructions
English
The original instructions presented in this operators guide were written in English, and subsequently translated
into other languages. If you are unable to understand these instructions, contact Vinten or your distributor to
obtain a translation of the original instructions (EU Countries).
БЪЛГАРСКИ
Оригиналните инструкции, представени в настоящото ръководство на производителя, бяха написани на
английски език, а след това - преведени на други езици. Ако не разбирате тези езици, свържете се с
Vinten или с Вашия дистрибутор, за да получите оригиналните инструкции (за страните от Европейския
съюз).
Česky
Pokyny uvedené v této operátorské příručce byly původně napsány anglicky a následně byly přelo_eny do
ostatních jazyků. Nerozumíte-li těmto pokynům, kontaktujte společnost Vinten nebo svého distributora, abyste
získali překlad originálních pokynů (členské státy EU).
Danish
De originale instruktioner, der præsenteres i denne betjeningsvejledning, er skrevet på engelsk og derefter
oversat til andre sprog. Hvis du ikke forstår disse instruktioner bedes du kontakte Vinten eller vor forhandler for
at få en oversættelse af de originale instruktioner (EU-lande).
Deutsch
Die Originalanleitung in diesem Bedienungshandbuch wurde auf Englisch verfasst und anschließend in andere
Sprachen übersetzt. Bei Verständnisproblemen in einer der übersetzten Sprachen kontaktieren Sie bitte Vinten
oder Ihren Fachhändler; dort erhalten Sie eine Übersetzung der ursprünglichen Anleitung (EU-Staaten).
Eesti
Käesoleva kasutajajuhendi algtekst on koostatud inglise keeles ning seejärel tõlgitud teistesse keeltesse. Kui
juhend osutub teie jaoks arusaamatuks, võtke juhendi emakeelse tõlke hankimiseks ühendust Vinteni või
kohaliku esindajaga (Euroopa Liidu riigid).
Ελληνικά
Οι αρχικές οδηγίες αυτού του οδηγού για το χειριστή συντάχθηκαν στα Αγγλικά και μεταφράστηκαν στη συνέχεια
σε άλλες γλώσσες. Εάν δυσκολεύεστε να καταλάβετε αυτές τις οδηγίες, επικοινωνήστε με τη Vinten ή το
διανομέα σας για να λάβετε μια μετάφραση των αρχικών οδηγιών (Χώρες ΕΕ).
Español
Las instrucciones originales que se indican en esta guía del operador se han redactado en inglés y
posteriormente se han traducido a otros idiomas. Si no entiende estas instrucciones, póngase en contacto con
Vinten o con su distribuidor para obtener una traducción de las instrucciones originales (para países de la UE).
Français
Les instructions originales présentées dans ce guide d'utilisation ont été écrites en anglais puis traduites dans
d'autres langues. Si vous ne comprenez pas ces instructions, contactez Vinten ou votre revendeur pour obtenir
une traduction des instructions originales (pour les pays de l'UE).
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Gaeilge
Scríobhadh na treoracha bunaidh don treoirleabhar oibritheora seo as Béarla, agus aistríodh iad go teangacha
eile ina dhiaidh sin. Mura bhfuil tú in ann na treoracha seo a thuiscint, téigh i dteagmháil le Vinten nó le do
dháileoir, chun aistriúchán de na treoracha bunaidh a fháil (Tíortha an AE).
Italiano
Le istruzioni originali presentate in questa guida per l'operatore sono in lingua inglese e successivamente
tradotte nelle altre lingue. Qualora le istruzioni non fossero disponibili nella lingua desiderata, potete contattare
Vinten o il vostro distributore per ricevere la traduzione delle istruzioni originali (Paesi UE).
Latviešu
Šajā operatora rokasgrāmatā iekļautie norādījumi sākotnēji tika sarakstīti angļu valodā un pēc tam pārtulkoti
citās valodās. Ja nesaprotat šos norādījumus svešvalodā, sazinieties ar Vinten vai tirgotāju, lai saņemtu
norādījumu tulkojumu (kādā no ES dalībvalstu valodām).
Lietuvių
Šiame operatoriaus vadove pristatomos pirminės instrukcijos parašytos anglų kalba ir vėliau išverstos į kitas
kalbas. Jei šių instrukcijų nesuprantate, susisiekite su „Vinten“ arba savo platintoju ir gaukite pirminių instrukcijų
vertimą (ES šalies kalba).
Magyar
A kezeloi útmutatóban található utasítások angol nyelven íródtak, és utólag fordították azokat más nyelvekre.
Ha nem érti ezen utasításokat, kérjük, vegye fel a kapcsolatot a Vintennel vagy a helyi képviselettel, és igényelje
az eredeti utasítások fordítását (EU országok).
Malti
L-istruzzjonijiet originali ippreżentati f'din il-gwida ta' operaturi kienu miktuba bl-Ingliż, u sussegwentement
maqluba fl-lingwi ohra. Jekk ma tistax tifhem dawn l-istruzzjonijiet, ikkuntattja lil Vinten jew id-distributur tieghek
biex tikseb traduzzjoni ta' l-istruzzjonijiet originali (Pajjiżi ta' UE).
Nederlands
De oorspronkelijke instructies in deze bedieningshandleiding zijn geschreven in het Engels en vervolgens in
andere talen vertaald. Als het onmogelijk is deze instructies te begrijpen, neemt u contact op met Vinten of met
uw distributeur om een vertaling te bemachtigen van de oorspronkelijke instructies (EG-landen).
Polski
Oryginalne instrukcje zamieszczone w niniejszym podręczniku operatora zostały napisane w języku angielskim,
a następnie przetłumaczone na inne języki. Jeśli nie rozumieją Państwo tych instrukcji, prosimy skontaktować
się z siedzibą lub dystrybutorem Vinten, aby uzyskać tłumaczenie oryginalnych instrukcji (kraje UE).
Português
As instruções originais apresentadas no guia do operador foram escritas em Inglês e traduzidas para outros
idiomas. Se não conseguir compreender estas instruções contacte a Vinten ou o seu distribuidor para obter a
tradução das instruções originais (Países da UE).
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Română
Instrucţiunile originale prezentate în acest ghid pentru operatori au fost scrise în limba engleză, şi traduse
ulterior în alte limbi. În cazul în care nu înţelegeţi aceste instrucţiuni, contactaţi Vinten sau distribuitorul
dumneavoastră pentru a obţine o traducere a instrucţiunilor originale (Ţările UE).
Slovensky
Pôvodné pokyny, uvedené v tomto návode na obsluhu, boli napísané v anglictine a následne preložené do
iných jazykov. Ak nerozumiete týmto pokynom, obrátte sa na spolocnost Vinten alebo vášho distribútora, aby
vám zaslal preklad originálnych pokynov (krajiny EÚ).
Slovenščina
Originalno besedilo teh navodil za uporabo je bilo napisano v angleščini in prevedeno v ostale jezike. Če ne
razumete teh navodil, se obrnite na podjetje Vinten ali lokalnega zastopnika, ki vam bo posredoval originalna
navodila (velja za dr_ave EU).
Suomi
Tähän käyttäjän oppaaseen sisältyvät ohjeet on kirjoitettu alun perin englanniksi ja käännetty sitten muille
kielille. Ellet ymmärrä näitä ohjeita, ota yhteyttä Vinteniin tai jälleenmyyjään ja pyydä alkuperäisten ohjeiden
käännöstä (EU-maat).
Svenska
Instruktionerna i denna handbok skrevs ursprungligen på engelska och har sedan översatts till flera språk. Om
du inte förstår dessa instruktioner, kontakta Vinten eller din återförsäljare för en ny översättning av
originalinstruktionerna (EU-länder).
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Preface
Thank you and congratulations on your new Vector 750
from Vinten
We want you to get the most from your new Vector 750 and therefore encourage you to read this
operators guide to familiarize yourself with its many features, some of which may be new to you.
This document also covers essential health and safety information and has a section on maintenance that will ensure you keep your new product in perfect condition.
To receive additional benefits, register with Vinten now on line by visiting www.vinten.com/register.
Features and benefits of your new Vector 750
The Vector 750 has been specifically designed to meet the exacting demands of camera operators working with full facility studio and OB cameras. The Vector 750 offers a high level of control
with many unique features.
• Suitable for a wide range of cameras, up to 75 kg (165.3 lb) with a C of G between 80–
250 mm (3–10 in.).
• Supplied complete with a standard wedge adaptor for easy and safe loading.
• The unique Perfect Balance system provides infinite adjustment, enabling perfect
camera balance to be achieved throughout the tilt range, regardless of drag setting.
• A retractable adjuster provides extensive camera fore and aft movement so that positioning of the camera is easily controlled.
• "Fast action" can be easily followed as it happens with the responsive TF Drag control. It provides a wide range of infinitely adjustable drag from very light to extremely
heavy, to suit any operator's desire and is operational in extreme conditions down to
- 40°C and up to + 60°C. The TF drag system also allows for an extremely quick pan
movement or "whip pan", recovering instantly and with minimal spring back.
• The illuminated level bubble and back-lit display on the drag knobs allow for easy set
up in low light conditions.
• Easy to carry integral handle is a standard fitment.
Once again, thank you for choosing the Vector 750.
We are confident it will give you many years of reliable performance.
Register your product to get One Extra Years Warranty and a
Free Vinten Quality Gift.
Please register now on-line at www.vinten.com/register - it's easy and fast.
Warranty Details and Terms and Conditions can be found on page 26.
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Safety - read this first
English—Original Instructions
The original instructions presented in this operators guide were written in English, and subsequently translated into other languages. If you are unable to understand any of the translated languages, contact Vinten or your distributor to obtain a translation of the original instructions (EU
Countries).
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.
Where there is a risk of damage to the product, associated equipment, process
or surroundings, comments appear highlighted by the word CAUTION!
Technical Data
Maximum payload 75 kg (165.3 lb)
Payload Centre of Gravity height range 80 mm (3 in.) to 250 mm (10 in.)
Weight (complete with pan bar and wedge adaptor) 19.15 kg (42.1 lb)
Overall dimensions
Height (with wedge adaptor)
Minimum balance setting 255 mm (10.0 in.)
Maximum balance setting 355 mm (14.0 in.)
Length (without pan bar) 355 mm (14.0 in.)
Width (without pan bar) 350 mm (13.8 in.)
Width (with two pan bars) 445 mm (17.5 in.)
Tilt range ±52°
Pan range 360°
Operational temperature range -40°C to 60°C
Battery type PP3
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Usage
The Vector 750 pan and tilt head is designed for use in broadcast and film studios to support and
balance a camera and ancillary equipment weighing up to 75 kg (165.3 lb), and must be mounted
on equipment designed to support a minimum payload of 95 kg (209 lbs.) The Vector 750 pan and
tilt head is intended for use by professional TV broadcast and film camera operators.
WARNING! 1. Do NOT attempt to use this product if you do not understand
how to operate it.
2. Do NOT use this product for any other purpose than that
specified in the Usage statement above.
3. Maintenance beyond that detailed in this Operators Guide
must be performed only by competent personnel in accordance
with the procedures specified in the Maintenance Manual.
Further information
For further information or advice regarding this pan and tilt head, please contact Camera Dynamics Limited, your local Vinten distributor (see back cover) or visit our website.
For details on maintenance and spare parts, please refer to the Vector 750 Pan and Tilt Head
Maintenance Manual and Illustrated Parts List (Publication Part No. V4034-4990) This is obtainable from Camera Dynamics Limited or your local Vinten distributor. For information on-line, visit
our website at
www.vinten.com
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Contents
Page
Preface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Safety - read this first . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Technical Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Further information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Operation
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Mounting the head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Pan bars. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Fitting a camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Balancing the head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Locking the platform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Pan and tilt brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Pan and tilt drag. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Servicing
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Cleaning
Cleaning balance mechanism tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Routine maintenance
Level bubble illumination unit battery replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Adjustments
Platform slide clamp adjustment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Repositioning the wedge adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Pan and tilt brake adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Warranty Details and Terms and Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Associated Publication
Vector 750 Pan and Tilt Head
Maintenance Manual
Publication Part No. V4034-4990
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