Introduction - Vinten Quattro SL Operating Instructions Manual

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Introduction

The Quattro SL pedestal comprises a central four-stage telescopic column mounted in a steerable base.
The moving column (5) is pressurized from an external pressure source. A markable height indicator scale
is provided on the second section of the column allowing the operator to record camera heights for shots.
A weight tray (2) is attached to the top of the column and trim weights (1, 19) are provided for fine balance.
The weight tray also provides a standard four-bolt mounting (20) for a pan and tilt head and the pedestal
is steered by means of a steering ring (4) mounted on its underside. Large- and small-diameter steering
rings are available and are fitted with indicators (21) to show the straight-ahead position.
The column is locked in the fully-depressed position by two safety catches (3) on the weight tray which
engage with spigots (18) at the base of the column. An on-shot clamp (6) and a drag control (17) are
provided at the base of the column.
The base is carried on three sets of twin 125 mm (5 in.) wheels. A continuous height-adjustable cable guard
with infinite positions is provided, raised and lowered by a single control knob (10) with a height indicator
(11) below. Stowage for the trim weights is provided on the upper surface of the base (8) and two cable
clamps (13) are fitted to the vertical sides. A brake pedal (14) controls the parking brake and a crab/steer
pedal (15) allows the operator to switch between conventional and crab steering. Position indicators (12)
on each side of the base allow the camera operator to accurately position the pedestal. Lifting apertures
(9) are provided on each face of the base and these also provide access to the wheels.
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