Introduction; Operation; Unpacking; Mounting The Head - Vinten vector 750 Operating Instructions Manual

The Vector 750 pan and tilt head embodies a unique linkage counterbalancing mechanism, thin film (TF)
drag assemblies for pan and tilt motions and an adjustable camera mounting plate.
The balance system is easily adjusted by a knob (15) on the right-hand side of the head. The balance
adjustment control compensates for differing platform load C of G heights by varying the mechanical
advantage of a bell-crank in the counterbalance mechanism.
Both the pan and tilt mechanisms incorporate TF drag systems to ensure smooth movement of the camera
about these axes and are fitted with control knobs (9), (11) to adjust the drag setting. The drag controls are
mounted on the left-hand side of the head. The whip-pan facility is unaffected by the pan drag setting.
Friction brakes on each axis allow the head to be locked at any chosen position. The operating levers for
both brakes (4), (5) are fitted at the right-hand rear of the head. A tilt axis centre lock (16) is provided on
the right-hand side of the head to secure the platform in the horizontal position during transport or load
changing.
A level bubble (8) is fitted to the rear of the head and is provided with a time-delay illumination unit,
operated by a switch (7). The battery for the illumination unit is contained in the base.
Pan bar mounting points (18) are located at the rear of the head, on either side of the camera mounting
platform. A telescopic pan bar is supplied and is attached using a pan bar clamp (10), with angular
adjustment available on the mount serrations. A second pan bar may be fitted, and fixed and short pan bars
are available as optional extras.
The camera is attached to the head by means of a wedge adaptor (1).

Unpacking

The head is supplied with one pan bar and a battery (fitted) for the level bubble illumination unit.
A second telescopic pan bar or short pan bar for use with a zoom or focus controller are optional. Ensure
that all items are unpacked prior to disposal of the packing materials.
After unpacking ensure that:
The pan and tilt brakes (4), (5) are on (see Pan and tilt brakes on page 10).
The centre lock (16) is engaged (see Locking the platform on page 10). Always engage the
centre lock before lifting or carrying the head.
CAUTION! Do NOT Lift the head by the platform. Only use the base and/or the carrying handle
to prevent damaging the head.

Mounting the head

NOTE: When mounted on Vinten 'Hawk' or 'Teal' pedestals, clearance between the head and the
pedestal weight tray prevents the use of 5.5 lb (1.6 kg) and 1.0 lb (0.47 kg) trim weights.
Use alternative weights or fit the adaptor plate kit (Part No. 3354-900SP) between the
head and pedestal.

Introduction

Operation

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