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- Page 1 Osprey Plus Vinten Camera Control Solutions...
- Page 2 All rights reserved throughout the world. No part of this document may be stored in a retrieval system, transmitted, copied or reproduced in any way including, but not limited to, photocopy, photograph, magnetic or other record without the prior agreement and permission in writing of Vinten Broadcast Limited. Vinten is a registered trademarks of Vinten Broadcast Limited.
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Page 3: Safety - Read This First
Safety - read this first Warning Symbols in this Operators Guide Where there is a risk of personal injury, injury to others, or damage to the ped- estal or associated equipment, comments appear, highlighted by the word WARNING! and supported by the warning triangle symbol. Warning symbols on the pedestal On encountering the warning triangle and open book symbols it is imperative that you consult this operators guide before using this pedestal or attempting... -
Page 4: Usage
Usage The Osprey Plus Single-Stage Pedestal is designed for use in television studios and on location to support a pan and tilt head, camera and ancillary equipment weighing up to 90 kg (198 lb) The Osprey Plus Single-Stage Pedestal is intended for use by television camera operators. -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Fitting and balancing the load ..........10 Using the Osprey Plus pedestal Height adjustment. - Page 6 (25) (24) (23) (22) (21) (20) (19) (18) (17) (16) (15) (14) (13) (12) (11) (10) Osprey Plus Single-Stage Pedestal...
- Page 7 Osprey Plus Single-Stage Pedestal Four-bolt mounting plate Pressure gauge Steering indicator Moving column Safety Catch Trim weight stowage Short strut Foot support and strap Wheel brake foot-button (10) Kick bar (11) Skid clamp (12) Fixed column (13) Trim weight (14)
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Page 8: Introduction
Two versions of the skid are available. The OB skid has 160 mm (6.3 in.) wheels. The studio skid has 125 mm (5 in.) wheels with cable guards (16). The Vinten heavy-duty tracking skid, designed for use on 620 mm track, may also be used with the Osprey Plus pedestal. -
Page 9: Operation
Operation Assembling the pedestal Turn the skid upside-down, depress the leg locking plungers and swing each folding leg out until the plungers lock the legs in the fully open position (See Changing the skid tracking width). Fit the kick bar (10), which is secured by three sliding catches on the underside of the centre cast- ing. -
Page 10: Pressurizing The Pedestal
When the camera mount has been fitted, the bolts should be tightened se- curely using a flat- bladed screwdriver or a spanner of the correct size. A Vinten spanner, Part No. J551-001, is available for this purpose. -
Page 11: Using The Osprey Plus Pedestal
Fine balance may be achieved by adding or removing trim weights (13). Disconnect the charging line, but do not refit the Schrader valve cap at this stage. Using the Osprey Plus pedestal Height adjustment The column has an on-shot stroke of 510 mm (21.0 in.) and the load can be moved over this dis- tance, in perfect balance, by raising and lowering the steering ring (23). -
Page 12: Steering Tiller
The skid has a crab/steer arrangement with a foot-operated changeover mechanism, which pro- vides a steer setting i.e. one wheel steering, two fixed; or a crab setting, where all three wheels turn together. Pushing the foot-button (14) operates a changeover mechanism which toggles the pedestal between crab and steer. -
Page 13: Changing The Skid Tracking Width
Changing the skid tracking width The movable skid legs can be set to either of two positions. Position 1 is for normal use and gives maximum stability. Position 2 provides a reduced width for tracking through narrow doorways etc. WARNING! To ensure maximum stability when the skid is set to narrow track, particularly when moving over uneven ground, reduce pedestal height to a minimum To change the tracking width:... -
Page 14: Optional Wheels
Optional wheels A set of 160 mm (6.3 in.) wheels (Part No. 3329-30) is available to convert the skid from studio to OB use. A set of 125 mm (5in.) wheels with cable guards (Part No. 3329-43) is available to convert an OB skid to a studio skid. - Page 15 Secure the struts with the Velcro strap (18). WARNING! The column will be unstable if stood on its base. Remove the steering ring (23) by unscrewing each fastener until it releases. Lift the steering ring off its mounting plate (24). Remove the kickbar (10) from the skid by releasing the sliding catches...
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Page 16: Servicing
Servicing General The Osprey Plus pedestal is robustly made to high engineering standards and little attention is required to maintain serviceability save regular cleaning. Attention to the following points will en- sure a long and useful service life with minimum need for repair. -
Page 17: Skid Clamp Adjustment
Skid clamp adjustment To adjust the skid clamp: The skid clamp (11) is applied or released by turning the handle clockwise or counter-clock- wise. The handle has a pull-off/push-on ratchet adjustment. To take up wear, pull the han- dle away from the spindle, rotate counter-clockwise and release. Repeat the above procedure, as necessary, until the clamp locks when applied but allows free movement when released. -
Page 18: Parts List
Parts list The following lists include main assemblies, user-replaceable spare parts and optional accesso- ries. For further information regarding repair or spare parts, please contact Vinten Broadcast Ltd or your local distributor. For information on-line, visit our website at www.vinten.com. -
Page 19: Technical Data
Technical data Studio Payload 90 kg (198 lb) 90 kg (198 lb) Column weight 18.5 kg (40 lb) 18.5 kg (40 lb) Skid weight 21 kg (47 lb) 21 kg (47 lb) Trim weights (6 off - total) 3 kg (6.6 lb) 3 kg (6.6 lb) Total pedestal weight 42.5kg (93.5lb)