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Vinten Broadcast Limited. Vinten, Vision and Quickfit are registered trademarks of Vinten Broadcast Limited.
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Particular attention must be paid to cleaning, especially after use in adverse conditions. To order spare parts or to obtain further information, application should be made to Vinten Broadcast Limited or to your local distributor.
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Page View Notes to readers This is the on-line version of ‘Vector 700/700H (Black) Pan and Tilt Head Maintenance Manual’ (3458-9). Readers should be aware that the pagination differs between on-line and printed versions. Navigation Clicking the mouse on any blue text will move you around the document.
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Safety - Read This First! Warning symbols in this maintenance manual Where there is a risk of personal injury, injury to others, or damage to the pan and tilt head or associated equipment, comments appear, highlighted by the word WARNING! and supported by the warning triangle symbol.
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Page Fig 1.1 Vector 700/700H Pan and Tilt Head ..........12 Fig 4.1 Cleaning Balance Mechanism...
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Fig 6.5 Vector 700/700H (Black) Pan and Tilt Head - Brake Lever Support Cap Assembly... . 65 Fig 6.6 Vector 700/700H (Black) Pan and Tilt Head - Mechanism Housing Assembly (Sheet 1) ..68 Fig 6.6...
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Abbreviations The following abbreviations are used in this publication: alternating current pound (weight) Amps Lubricated Friction across flats left hand as required MISO metric thread ASME American Society of Mech Engineers metre assy assembly...
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Design Improvements SERIAL No. DETAILS INFORMATION...
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The unique counterbalance system enables payloads with centre of gravity (C of G) heights from 80 mm (3 in.) to 200 mm (8 in.) for Vector 700 and 80 mm (3 in.) to 250 mm (10 in.) for Vector 700H to be maintained in perfect balance over the tilt movement range of ±60°...
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View (18) (17) (16) V700_LEF (15) (14) (13) (12) (10) (11) V700_RIT Fig 1.1 Vector 700/700H Pan and Tilt Head...
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View A level bubble is fitted to the rear of the head and is provided with a time-delay illumination unit operated by a switch (6). Pan bar mounting points ((14) are located at the rear of the head, on either side of the camera mounting platform.
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..............15 Introduction This section includes instructions for mounting the Vector 700 pan and tilt head, fitting and balancing a camera and operating the head. Refer to Fig 1.1...
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- up to 70 kg (154 lb) with C of G height from 80 mm (3 in.) to 200mm (8 in.) for Vector 700 or 80 mm (3 in.) to 250 mm (10 in.) for Vector 700H.
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Confirm that the lever is in the locked position. This is indicated by coloured bands above the lever. When the green band only is visible, the lever is locked. If any of the red band can be seen, the lever is not locked.
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View When the payload C of G height adjustment is complete, check that the fore and aft balance remains satisfactory. Re-adjust the position of the sliding plate if necessary. After balancing, release the brakes (2)(3) and exercise the head through both axes to confirm that it operates smoothly.
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Section 3 Tools and Materials General The following tools and consumable materials will be required for servicing, disassembly, repair, assembly and adjustment. Tools Item Part No. Extended 3 mm/4 mm AF 3354-931TL Removing tilt drag spherical-ended hex wrench...
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Section 5 of this manual, or the unit may be returned to Vinten Broadcasting limited or your local dealer for repair.
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Cleaning balance mechanism track The balance mechanism tracks are automatically cleaned by built-in wipers, but after use in particularly adverse conditions the tracks may require cleaning. Some dismantling of the head is necessary and it is recommended that this be carried out in clean workshop conditions.
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Refit the battery cover plate (4), ensuring battery locates in cover plate. Secure with three screws (1). Press the switch and ensure the lamp is lit for approximately 15 seconds. V70_BATT BATTERY TYPE: 9V,6LR61 (PP3, 6AM6, MN1604, E-BLOCK) Vinten Part No. C550-023 Fig 4.2 Level Bubble Illumination Unit Battery Replacement...
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Adjustments After considerable use the platform slide clamp or pan and tilt brakes may require adjustment. Platform slide clamp adjustment The platform slide clamp should be set so that, in the up or clamped position it prevents the platform slide from being moved, while in the down or released position it allows free adjustment of the slide.
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Pan and tilt brake adjustment Following bedding-in, the pan and tilt brakes may require adjustment. The pan and tilt brakes should be set so that the brakes begin to be applied after approximately one-third of the lever travel (Fig 4.4).
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View 14.3 On the underside of the head, remove three screws securing cover plate (3). 14.4 Operate the pan brake lever from the OFF to the ON position. 14.5 If brake pressure is not felt after approximately one-third of the lever travel, turn the locating pin clockwise until this is achieved.
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View To reposition the wedge adaptor (Fig 4.5): 16.1 Engage the centre lock and remove the load. 16.2 Hold the body of the wedge adaptor and use a 4 mm hexagon wrench to remove four securing screws (1).
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............. . . 37 General This section details procedures for disassembly and assembly of the Vector 700 head. Reference is made in the procedures to figures in Section 6 - Illustrated Parts List.
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View To dismantle the platform assembly, proceed as follows (Fig 6.10): Remove two screws (22) securing tilt brake centre (21) and brake disc (tilt) assembly (20) to the platform (28). Pull out two Spirol pins (3). Release the sliding plate clamp (24).
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Tilt brake/balance knob/centre lock Remove the balance knob and associated components as follows (Fig 6.9): Carefully prise out the knob bung (29) Remove screw (28) and washer (27). Pull off the balance knob (26) and remove drag knob boss (25).
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WARNING!: The tilt drag assembly is an hermetically sealed unit. Do not attempt to dismantle the assembly beyond the level detailed below. NOTE: An extended 3 mm AF spherical-ended hex wrench (Vinten Part No. 3354-931TL) is required to remove the tilt drag assembly.
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13.12 Pull the adjuster assembly (14) and two shims (13) out of the mechanism housing. Recover bevel pinion (39) if not already removed. NOTE: An extended 4 mm AF spherical-ended hex wrench (Vinten Part No. 3354-931TL) is required to remove the support caps 13.13 Referring to...
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13.21 In the mechanism housing, remove bearings (12) from central hubs if required. Remove rear tilt buffer (20) if required. Balance adjuster assembly (Vector 700) NOTE: The balance adjuster was improved at Serial No. 785. The earlier balance adjuster (3354-14) should be replaced with the redesigned balance adjuster (3554-54).
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View 15.5 Unscrew adjuster shaft (11) from carriage (9). To remove track rollers (1), shims (2), track wiper mouldings (3) and track wiper outers (4) from carriage, undo grub screws (8) and pull out roller axles (5, 10 and 12).
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View 17.6 Remove pan bearing nut (47) and pull out two dowels (46). An M3 screw may be installed in the dowels to assist in removal. 17.7 Note orientation and remove four screws (23) and three screws (24) securing brake reaction plate (22) to base (1).
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View 17.2 17.1 PAN_TIME Fig 5.1 Pan Drag Timing Mark 19.4 Install the idler gear (10) on the right-hand pillar of the sub-plate (9), ensuring it meshes correctly with the bevel gear. 19.5 Install two gear strap shims (13) and the gear strap (12) and secure with two circlips (3).
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View 19.11 Position the base housing (1) upside-down on the bench and install the assembled pan sub- plate, ensuring pan drag cut-out aligns with base knob boss, holes align with holes in base and the ‘O’ ring (4) on brake boss locates correctly in base.
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Page Page View Balance adjuster assembly (Vector 700) NOTE: The balance adjuster was improved at Serial No. 785. The earlier balance adjuster (3354-14) should be replaced with the redesigned balance adjuster (3554-54). To assemble the balance adjuster assembly, proceed as follows (Fig 6.7):...
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Balance adjuster assembly (Vector 700H) NOTE: The balance adjuster was improved at Serial No. 785. The earlier balance adjuster (3354-14) should be replaced with the redesigned balance adjuster (3554-54). To assemble the balance adjuster assembly, proceed as follows (Fig 6.8): 21.1 Using Easyrun 50 grease, lubricate track rollers (1), shims (2) thread of adjuster shaft (11) and...
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Balance mechanism and support caps To assemble the balance mechanism, proceed as follows (Fig 6.6): NOTE: Shim (18) is available in two thicknesses - 0.005 in. (3354-206) and 0.003 in. (3354-299). Shim (39) is available in three thicknesses - 0.005 in.
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View UPPER DRIVE ARM HORIZONTAL TRACK ARM MECHANISM HOUSING UPPER DRIVE ARM O.OO5 in. SHIM O.OO5 in. HERE SHIM HERE LOWER DRIVE ARM UPPER DRIVE ARM LOWER DRIVE ARM BASE V70SHIMS Fig 5.2 Balance Mechanism Shims...
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View 22.7 Referring to 5.2, calculate the shims required between the lower drive arm (21) and the mechanism housing (10) as follows: 22.7.1 Measure the width across the lower bearing faces of the mechanism housing - dimension E.
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View 22.19 Install RH actuator shaft in mechanism housing, passing shaft through RH actuator (40), bearings (12) and shim (13), Do not push the shaft fully home. 22.20 Position bevel pinion (39) in adjuster assembly. Push bevel pinion shaft (35) through RH actuator shaft and into bevel pinion.
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View 23.2.3 Install washer (12) and washer (11) and secure with nut (10), 23.2.4 Install cap (9). 23.3 Position pan brake lever (16) and tilt brake lever (19) in support cap (1) and install brake lever pivot pin (21).
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25.2 Position LH and RH support caps on the balance mechanism, ensuring correct shims are installed on drive arm pins. NOTE: An extended 4 mm AF spherical-ended hex wrench (Vinten Part No. 3354-931TL) is required to install the support caps.
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View 26.8 Install shaft support (17) on adjustment shaft assy (6) and secure lightly to platform with two screws (18). Position shaft support to remove end float on adjustment shaft assy and tighten two screws (18).
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Tilt brake To assemble the tilt brake components, proceed as follows (Fig 6.9): 28.1 If the push rod/spring fork assembly was dismantled, assemble as follows: 28.1.1 On the pin (18) arrange 19 disc springs (17) as shown in 6.9.
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View 30.4 Centralize pin (24) and install drag knob boss (25). 30.5 Install the balance knob (26) and secure with washer (27) and screw (28). 30.6 Install knob bung (29). Tilt Drag Install the tilt drag mechanism as follows (Fig 6.9):...
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View 25.3 25.1 25.2 44.1 TILT_ADJ Fig 5.3 Tilt Drag Knob Adjustment Final adjustment Tilt brake The tilt brake is adjusted by inserting a 2 mm hexagon wrench through the hole in the bottom of the tilt unit cover (33) and turning the pushrod/spring assembly grub screw (19).
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33.4 Operate the pan brake lever (16) to the OFF position and ensure that the head is free to rotate. Pan bearing The pan bearing is adjusted by tightening or slackening nut (47), using pan bearing nut key (Vinten Part No. 3448-902TL). Adjust the pan bearing as follows (Fig 6.4):...
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View 36.3 Connect the battery and position in forward LH compartment. Install LH cover plate (14) and secure with three screws (6). 36.4 Press bubble illumination switch and ensure LED is lit for approximately 15 seconds. 36.5 Install RH cover plate (7) and secure with three screws (6).
....86 Introduction This parts list is issued for the VECTOR 700/700H (Black) pan and tilt heads manufactured by VINTEN BROADCAST LIMITED, Western Way, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP33 3TB, England.
PART No. Vector 700 (Black) Pan & Tilt Head - with four-hole flat base 3458-3 Vector 700 (Black) Pan & Tilt Head (USA) - with lightweight Mitchell adaptor 3458-5 Vector 700H (Black) Pan & Tilt Head - with four-hole flat base 3458-3H Vector 700H (Black) Pan &...
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View...
Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View V700IPB1 Fig 6.1 Vector 700/700H (Black) Pan and Tilt Head...
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.1 Vector 700/700H (Black) Pan and Tilt Head Item Part No Nomenclature 3458-3 Vector 700 Head (black), comprising: 3458-11 Main Assembly Vector 700 Black (Fig 6.2) 3460-3 Wedge adaptor assembly (Fig 6.12)
Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View V700IP03 Fig 6.3 Vector 700/700H (Black) Pan and Tilt Head - Base...
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First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.3 Vector 700/700H (Black) Pan and Tilt Head - Base Item Part No Nomenclature M006-718 Screw, cap head, socket, M5 x 40 mm long 3458-23 Support Cap Assembly, RH, Black (Fig 6.5)
Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View 41 42 V700IP02 Fig 6.4 Vector 700/700H (Black) Pan and Tilt Head - Pan Drag/Brake Mechanism...
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.4 Vector 700/700H (Black) Pan and Tilt Head - Pan Drag/Brake Mechanism Item Part No Nomenclature 3458-24* Base housing (bonding) assembly (Fig 6.3) 3354-312 Rocker arm (Pan brake) (Fig 6.5)
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.4 Vector 700/700H (Black) Pan and Tilt Head - Pan Drag/Brake Mechanism (Cont) Item Part No Nomenclature 3448-249 Serrated boss - pan drag knob M600-309 Washer, plain, large, M5 M006-737...
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View 24.00 mm ARRANGE TWENTY DISC SPRINGS AS SHOWN V70_ip05...
Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.5 Vector 700/700H (Black) Pan and Tilt Head - Brake Lever Support Cap Assembly Fig 6.5 Vector 700/700H (Black) Pan and Tilt Head - Brake Lever Support Cap Assembly Item Part No Nomenclature 3458-23 Support Cap Assembly, RH.Black (Vector 700), comprising:...
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Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.5 Vector 700/700H (Black) Pan and Tilt Head - Brake Lever Support Cap Assembly (Cont) Item Part No Nomenclature P001-018* Bearing, plain, du bush, 8 mm ID x 10 mm OD x 12 mm long...
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First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.5 Vector 700/700H (Black) Pan and Tilt Head - Brake Lever Support Cap Assembly (Cont) Item Part No Nomenclature M006-705 Screw, cap head, socket, M5 x 20 mm long M006-704 Screw, cap head, socket, M5 x 16 mm long...
Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View V700IP06 Fig 6.6 Vector 700/700H (Black) Pan and Tilt Head - Mechanism Housing Assembly (Sheet 1)
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Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.6 Vector 700/700H (Black) Pan and Tilt Head - Mechanism Housing Assembly Item Part No Nomenclature M006-702 Screw, cap head, socket, M5 x 10 mm long 3354-16 Platform assembly (Vector 700), OR...
Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View V700IP07 Fig 6.6 Vector 700/700H (Black) Pan and Tilt Head - Mechanism Housing Assembly (Sheet 2)
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First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.6 Vector 700/700H (Black) Pan and Tilt Head - Mechanism Housing Assembly (Cont) Item Part No Nomenclature 3458-19 Tilt drag unit assembly, including P302-017 Bearing, ball, radial, 30 mm ID x 42 mm OD x 7 mm long, two seals P605-003 Snap ring, external, 30 mm shaft dia.
Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Arrange 19 disc springs 48.5 mm as shown V700ip11 Fig 6.9 Vector 700/700H (Black) Pan and Tilt Head - Tilt Brake/Balance Knob/Centre Lock...
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.9 Vector 700/700H (Black) Pan and Tilt Head - Tilt Brake/Balance Knob/Centre Lock Item Part No Nomenclature 3458-12 Balance mechanism assembly OR 3458-43 Balance mechanism assembly (Fig 6.8) 3354-279 Flap pin...
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.9 Vector 700/700H (Black) Pan and Tilt Head - Tilt Brake/Balance Knob/Centre Lock (Cont) Item Part No Nomenclature 3354-292 Knob sleeve boss 3458-37 Tilt cover centre lock assembly, comprising 3354-258...
Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View V70_ip12 Fig 6.10 Vector 700/700H (Black) Pan and Tilt Head - Platform Assembly...
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.10 Vector 700/700H (Black) Pan and Tilt Head - Platform Assembly Item Part No Nomenclature 3354-242 Standard platform slide M006-921* Screw, countersunk head, socket, M5 x 10 mm long M806-004* Pin, coiled-spring, 4 mm dia.
Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View V70_ip13 Fig 6.11 Vector 700/700H (Black) Pan and Tilt Head - Pan Bars...
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Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.11 Vector 700/700H (Black) Pan and Tilt Head - Pan Bars Item Part No Nomenclature 3219-82 Pan bar and clamp assembly, comprising: M007-506 Screw, button head, socket, M6 x 20 mm long...
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Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.11 Vector 700/700H (Black) Pan and Tilt Head - Pan Bars (Cont) Item Part No Nomenclature 3219-94 Short fixed bar & clamp assy, comprising: M007-506 Screw, button head, socket, M6 x 20 mm long...
First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.13 Vector 700/700H (Black) Pan and Tilt Head - Composite Spare Parts List Part No Nomenclature 3354-900SP Adaptor plate kit (for use on ‘Hawk’ and ‘Teal’ pedestals), comprising: 3384-204 Adaptor ring L054-004 Screw, skt cap hd, 3/8 in.
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First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.13 Vector 700/700H (Black) Pan and Tilt Head - Composite Spare Parts List (Cont) Part No Nomenclature 3554-923SP Vertical track member assembly (Vector 700) (Black), comprising: 3554-207 Vertical track member 3354-208...
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.13 Vector 700/700H (Black) Pan and Tilt Head - Composite Spare Parts List (Cont) Part No Nomenclature 3458-936SP Drive arm assembly, lower (Black), comprising: 3458-203 Lower drive arm 3354-298 N001-043 Plain bearing, 1/4 in.
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First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.13 Vector 700/700H (Black) Pan and Tilt Head - Composite Spare Parts List (Cont) Part No Nomenclature 3458-904SP Vertical track member / actuator assembly repair kit (V700H) (Black) , comprising: 3458-924SP...
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Contents First Previous Previous Page Page View Fig 6.13 Vector 700/700H (Black) Pan and Tilt Head - Composite Spare Parts List (Cont) Part No Nomenclature 3448-248 Pan drsg knob M004-102 Pozidrive countersunk head screw M006-737 Low profile socket cap head screw...
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