Vinten Vision 250 Service Manual

VintenCamera Control SolutionsOperators GuideVision 250Pan & Tilt Head

10Mounting the camera (optional Quickfit adaptor) If not already attached, secure the Quickfit adaptor (23) to the slide plate (14) with the two screw

11Balancing the head Balancing the Vision 250 head achieves two objectives. Firstly, when a head is correctly balanced the operator will need a minimu

12Balancing the head1 2(10)34

13Locking the platform The centre lock mechanism is operated by a slider on the rear of the head. To engage the lock, hold the platform in the horizon

14ServicingRoutine maintenanceReplace the balance mechanism digital display battery yearly.During use, check the following:Check the effectiveness of

15Install the battery (16.2) in the battery compartment, ensuring that the wiring is neatly stowed. Refit the battery cover (16). Press the switch (9)

16Balance mechanism digital display calibration The digital display (6) indicates setting of the balance mechanism on a scale of 00 (minimum set-ting)

17Converting the base Spares kits are available to convert the head from ball base to flat base versions and vice versa. Kit 3525-900SP comprises a ba

18Parts listThe following lists include main assemblies, user-replaceable spare parts and optional accesso-ries. For further information regarding rep

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3Safety - read this firstWarning Symbols in this Operators GuideWhere there is a risk of personal injury, injury to others, or damage to the pan and t

4ContentsPageSafety - read this first . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5(1) Camera mounting screws(2) Balance knob(3) Centre lock(4) Illuminated level bubble(5) Ambient light level sensor(6) Digital display(7) Flat base(8

6(15) Slide plate clamp(16) Battery cover(17) Spherical base(18) Bowl clamp(19) Pan drag adjustment knob(20) Telescopic pan barVision 250 (Right-Hand

7IntroductionThe Vision 250 pan and tilt head embodies an adjustable spring counterbalancing mechanism, thin film (TF) drag assemblies for pan and til

8A digital display (6) indicates the setting of the balance mechanism on a scale of 00 - HI. The dis-play is illuminated by pressing the switch (9) an

9OperationInstalling the head The Vision 250 head is supplied with a dual 100/150 mm ball base and is designed for installation on a compatible Vinten