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Summary of Contents for Vinten FHR-155E
- Page 1 User Guide Weatherproof, Heavy Payload Robotic Pan and Tilt Head FHR-155E Weatherproof Robotic Head FHR-155Ex Weatherproof Robotic Head with extended tilt axis Part No. V4155-0031 V4155-0032 www.vinten.com...
- Page 2 Copyright © 2024 All rights reserved. Original Instructions: English All rights reserved throughout the world. No part of this publication 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 the Videndum Group Plc.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Safety and Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Cable Management . -
Page 4: Safety And Warnings
Safety and Warnings Important information on the safe installation and operation of Health and Safety the product . Read this information before operating the product . For your personal safety, read these instructions . Do not operate WARNING! Risk of personal injury or injury to the product if you do not understand how to use it safely . -
Page 5: Operating Environment
If the AC cable is damaged, the product that secondary protection against falling is installed, such must be returned to Vinten for repair. as a net below the product or securing cables. These should be suitable of supporting the weight of the product WARNING! Installation must include an E-stop device and its payload should the primarily mounting method fail. -
Page 6: Intended Use
Camera operators can remotely control the head pan and tilt axes, collisions or injury to personnel. and the lens zoom and focus using Vinten control systems. If personnel are too close to a head or pedestal that is about to move,... -
Page 8: Components And Connections
Components and Connections 1 ....... . . Camera cradle backplate 2 . -
Page 9: Box Contents
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Page 10: Installation
Part No . Mount or Adaptor setup, a second large cable management bracket (see below) can also be fitted. Vinten HD Quickfix® 3490-3 Vinten HD tripods Camera and head connecting cables should be dressed and secured Adaptor to the bracket(s) to provide strain relief for the connectors. -
Page 11: Wall / Ceiling Mount
WARNING! Engage the tilt lock before lifting or working on the head. Mount the head to the HD tripod using either a Mitchell Centre Screw (spider adaptor) and key or a Vinten Quickfix® adaptor. See Page 8 Mounting Supports and Adaptors... -
Page 12: Mitchell Centre Screw (3724-3)
Installation Mitchell Centre Screw (3724-3) Quickfix Adaptor (V4096-1013) Using a 5/64” Allen key, attach the Mitchell key to the head base with The base of the FH-155E features a groove that can be used to two 6-32 UNC screws, then use a 5/16” Allen key to attach the centre mount the head using a Quickfix adaptor. -
Page 13: Locking / Unlocking The Camera Cradle
The maximum payload is: The tilt lock mechanism secures the camera cradle in the horizontal FHR-155E: 90 kg (200 lb). position, to provide a stable platform when making adjustments or when lifting the head. The tilt lock is located at the front of the head,... - Page 14 Installation Adjusting the backplate Adjusting the mounting plate (A) Stepped adjustment– Using a 5 mm Allen key, remove (B) Stepped adjustment – Adjust the mounting plate by the three centre screws and pull the camera cradle off the tilt removing the two side screws and washers and moving the plate mounting.
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Page 15: Adjusting The Horizon Level
For use in exposed locations, the camera and lens will normally be mounted in their own IP rated enclosure. Mounting an enclosure follows the same principle as for a camera. For the Vinten camera & lens enclosure, refer to that product’s installation instructions for more information. -
Page 16: Balancing The Head
Installation Balancing the Head The robotic head range is designed to allow the camera and payload to swing about its own Centre of Gravity (C of G), as opposed to balancing with the use of springs or cams. The camera and payload If the payload feels even are mounted onto the camera cradle so the resulting C of G aligns when applying pressure... -
Page 17: Adjusting The Centre Of Gravity (C Of G)
Installation Centre of Gravity (C of G) If the payload feels like it is easier to move down in the aft (points upward), then the camera must be moved towards the front of the head (fore). • It is not possible to adjust the C of G conventually, this is due to the brakes holding the payload when the head is off, and the motors holding the payload when the power is on. -
Page 18: Electrical Connections
Installation Electrical Connections Connect the lens interface cable to the 26-pin, male Lens interface connector on the head. CAUTION! Connect the head to the power source using the attached power cable only . Ethernet Connect the power cable and the Ethernet cable. cables must be rated at Cat5e with screened RJ45 connectors . -
Page 19: Cable Management
The IEC needs to be either taken into an IP rated enclosure (e.g. the Vinten Weatherproof camera enclosure) or use a custom cable that is Before powering up the head, ensure that all external cable terminated in a suitable weatherproof location. -
Page 20: Optional Cradle Extension
Installation Optional cradle extension The longer extension below, is for increasing tilt range, as the cooler (when fitted) restricts tilt. This comes in two parts, allowing two lengths of extension. This is especially important when the head is inverted, as the cooler The Short Extension below, comes ready assembled. -
Page 21: Maintenance
Maintenance Changing the Fuse Regular Checks Routine Use WARNING! Risk of electric shock. Disconnect the power cable. Fuses must only be changed During use, check the following regularly: by a trained and competent person. Once a month check the balance of the camera and payload and adjust if necessary. -
Page 22: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Fault Check Action Power supplied, but the camera See “Locking / Unlocking the Camera Check that the tilt lock is disengaged cradle is not moving Cradle” on page 11 Ensure that the power and Ethernet cables See “Electrical Connections” on page 16 are connected and secure Check that power is being supplied from the Head not operating... -
Page 23: Specifications
Specifications Physical Data FHR-155E FHR-155Ex Max. Payload 90 kg (200 lb) 70Kg (155 lb) Cradle Standard Extended tilt arm Height 490 mm (19.3 in.) 490 mm (19.3 in.) Length 436 mm (17.2 in.) 436 mm (17.2 in.) Width 235 mm (9.3 in.) 235 mm (9.3 in.) -
Page 24: General Notes
Compliance General Notes Interface Connector The 19-pin interface connector on the FH155E provides the lens, GPIO and auxiliary interfaces for the head, on an IP65 rated Declaration of Conformity SOURIAU UTS014E19S. The GPIO is preconfigured for Wash and Wipe when used with the Videndum Production Solutions Ltd., as the responsible party for VRC software. -
Page 25: Fcc Warning
Compliance This product complies with the FHR Models limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC V4155-0031 Rules. These limits are designed V4155-0032 to provide reasonable protection V4155-0034 Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive against harmful interference in a (2012/19/EU) residential installation. - Page 28 Publication No. V4164-4980/2 www.vinten.com...
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