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compass
20
Fluid Head
OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
#1036 Compass 20 Fluid Head
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Features and Controls Sliding Platform Sliding Platform Lock Camera Screws Pan Handle Clamp Tilt Lock Pan Lock Pan Handle Threaded Stud Clamp Nut Fig. 1 1
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Features and Controls Camera Plate 1/4” + Pin Carriage Release Knob Quick Release Knob Safety Tab Tilt Drag Control Accessory Mounting Counterbalance Selector Bubble Level Pan Drag Control Fig. 1 Fig. 2 2
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Introduction Safety Instructions Thank you for purchasing the Compass 20 Fluid Head. The Attaching/removing the camera. Compass 20 Fluid Head has been designed to suit payload Please use this manual to familiarise yourself with the operation capacities from HDV to standard configuration XDCAM and P2HD of the Compass 20 Fluid Head and observe these instructions cameras. to prevent any damage to your equipment. Ensure that all The robust design and construction of the Compass 20 Fluid Head e
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Technical Data Weight 2.7 kg (6.0 lb) Payload Range 2.0 – 12.0 kg (4.4 - 26.5 lb) Max. Capacity 20.0 kg (44.0 lb) Tilt Drag 5 Selectable fluid drag positions + 0 Tilt Range + 90˚ / -75˚ Tilt Lock Positive Lock caliper brake system Pan Drag 5 Selectable fluid drag positions + 0 Pan Range 360˚ Pan Lock Positive Lock caliper brake system Counterbalance System 4 Selectable positions (see performance graph) HEIGHT Camera Platform Type Quick release sliding platform ABOVE BOWL with 60 mm travel
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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. Pan Handle Clamp Pan Handle 1 Fluid Head Set-up 1.1 Loosen the PAN HANDLE CLAMP fully then rotate the PAN HANDLE until it is approximately perpendicular to the THREADED STUD (fig. 4) and tighten the PAN HANDLE Illumination Button CLAMP - avoid contact wear between the serrations on the Fluid Head and the
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Operating Instructions 2. Camera Set-up 2.1 Remove the CAMERA PLATE by pulling down the SAFETY TAB while rotating the QUICK RELEASE KNOB to the left. The CAMERA PLATE should pop out. 2.2 Refer to the Camera’s owners manual for correct method of attachment to the CAMERA PLATE. Inspect the CAMERA PLATE and remove the 1/4” and 3/8” screws (for HDV mount) or the 1/4” + PIN CARRIAGE (XDCAM/P2HD mount) as required. The 1/4”and 3/8” screws can be stored underneath the SLIDING PLAT
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Operating Instructions 3. Counterbalance Control Counterbalance Performance The counterbalance system was designed to neutralise the effect of the camera weight when it is tilted. The Compass 20 Fluid Head offers a 4 position counterbalance system which can be operated via the COUNTERBALANCE SELECTOR (fig. 2). The COUNTERBALANCE SELECTOR must be operated when the SLIDING PLATFORM is in a horizontal position. After changing the Counterbalance setting it may be necessary to tilt the camera
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Operating Instructions 4. Pan / Tilt Drag Control. The Compass 20 Fluid Head offers 5 selectable positions of Tilt Drag Control Counterbalance Selector fluid 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 5, 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.
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Maintenance Battery Housing Illumination Button The Compass 20 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 Compass 20 Fluid Head uses a single 11A type - 6 Volt battery for Illumination. Miller recommends the following
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Storage Service, Sales and Support The Compass 20 Fluid Head can be stored for extended periods; Miller Authorised Service Agents must carry out all service and Miller recommends storage in a Miller Soft Case and the repair work. Failure to observe this requirement may void warranty. following: 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 • Remove battery. rough usage. For information regarding sales a
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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 Email: sales@miller.com.au D 7881-1 07/09
