Vinten Quattro SE Pedestal Operator Guide

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Operator Guide
Part No. V3851-0001
V3851-0002
User Guide
EN
Quattro-SE
Pedestal
Robotic camera control systems
www.vinten.com
Quattro-SE Pedestal
Operators Guide
Original Instructions
Publication Part No. V3851-4980 Issue 4
Copyright © 2016
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Original Instructions: English
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or other record without the prior agreement
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Plc.
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specifications without obligation to notify any
person of such revision or changes.
Changes will be incorporated in new
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make changes to product design and
functionality without notification.
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Vitec Videocom Ltd
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Safety - Read This First
Understanding these instructions
English
The original instructions presented in this operators guide were written in English, and subsequently
translated into other languages. If you are unable to understand these instructions, contact Vinten or
your distributor to obtain a translation of the original instructions (EU Countries).
БЪЛГАРСКИ
Оригиналните инструкции, представени в настоящото ръководство на производителя, бяха
написани на английски език, а след това - преведени на други езици. Ако не разбирате тези
езици, свържете се с Vinten или с Вашия дистрибутор, за да получите оригиналните инструкции
(за страните от Европейския съюз).
Česky
Pokyny uvedené v této operátorské příručce byly původně napsány anglicky a následně byly
přelo_eny do ostatních jazyků. Nerozumíte-li těmto pokynům, kontaktujte společnost Vinten nebo
svého distributora, abyste získali překlad originálních pokynů (členské státy EU).
Danish
De originale instruktioner, der præsenteres i denne betjeningsvejledning, er skrevet på engelsk og
derefter oversat til andre sprog. Hvis du ikke forstår disse instruktioner bedes du kontakte Vinten eller
vor forhandler for at få en oversættelse af de originale instruktioner (EU-lande).
Deutsch
Die Originalanleitung in diesem Bedienungshandbuch wurde auf Englisch verfasst und anschließend
in andere Sprachen übersetzt. Bei Verständnisproblemen in einer der übersetzten Sprachen
kontaktieren Sie bitte Vinten oder Ihren Fachhändler; dort erhalten Sie eine Übersetzung der
ursprünglichen Anleitung (EU-Staaten).
Eesti
Käesoleva kasutajajuhendi algtekst on koostatud inglise keeles ning seejärel tõlgitud teistesse
keeltesse. Kui juhend osutub teie jaoks arusaamatuks, võtke juhendi emakeelse tõlke hankimiseks
ühendust Vinten i või kohaliku esindajaga (Euroopa Liidu riigid).
Ελληνικά
Οι αρχικές οδηγίες αυτού του οδηγού για το χειριστή συντάχθηκαν στα Αγγλικά και μεταφράστηκαν στη
συνέχεια σε άλλες γλώσσες. Εάν δυσκολεύεστε να καταλάβετε αυτές τις οδηγίες, επικοινωνήστε με τη
Vinten ή το διανομέα σας για να λάβετε μια μετάφραση των αρχικών οδηγιών (Χώρες ΕΕ).
Español
Las instrucciones originales que se indican en esta guía del operador se han redactado en inglés y
posteriormente se han traducido a otros idiomas. Si no entiende estas instrucciones, póngase en
contacto con Vinten o con su distribuidor para obtener una traducción de las instrucciones originales
(para países de la UE).
Français
Les instructions originales présentées dans ce guide d'utilisation ont été écrites en anglais puis
traduites dans d'autres langues. Si vous ne comprenez pas ces instructions, contactez Vinten ou votre
revendeur pour obtenir une traduction des instructions originales (pour les pays de l'UE).
Gaeilge
Scríobhadh na treoracha bunaidh don treoirleabhar oibritheora seo as Béarla, agus aistríodh iad go
teangacha eile ina dhiaidh sin. Mura bhfuil tú in ann na treoracha seo a thuiscint, téigh i dteagmháil le
Vinten nó le do dháileoir, chun aistriúchán de na treoracha bunaidh a fháil (Tíortha an AE).
Italiano
Le istruzioni originali presentate in questa guida per l'operatore sono in lingua inglese e
successivamente tradotte nelle altre lingue. Qualora le istruzioni non fossero disponibili nella lingua
desiderata, potete contattare Vinten o il vostro distributore per ricevere la traduzione delle istruzioni
originali (Paesi UE).
Latviešu
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Šajā operatora rokasgrāmatā iekļautie norādījumi sākotnēji tika sarakstīti angļu valodā un pēc tam
pārtulkoti citās valodās. Ja nesaprotat šos norādījumus svešvalodā, sazinieties ar Vinten vai tirgotāju,
lai saņemtu norādījumu tulkojumu (kādā no ES dalībvalstu valodām).
Lietuvių
Šiame operatoriaus vadove pristatomos pirminės instrukcijos parašytos anglų kalba ir vėliau išverstos
į kitas kalbas. Jei šių instrukcijų nesuprantate, susisiekite su „Vinten “ arba savo platintoju ir gaukite
pirminių instrukcijų vertimą (ES šalies kalba).
Magyar
A kezeloi útmutatóban található utasítások angol nyelven íródtak, és utólag fordították azokat más
nyelvekre. Ha nem érti ezen utasításokat, kérjük, vegye fel a kapcsolatot a Vinten vagy a helyi
képviselettel, és igényelje az eredeti utasítások fordítását (EU országok).
Malti
L-istruzzjonijiet originali ippreżentati f'din il-gwida ta' operaturi kienu miktuba bl-Ingliż, u sussegwente-
ment maqluba fl-lingwi ohra. Jekk ma tistax tifhem dawn l-istruzzjonijiet, ikkuntattja lil Vinten jew id-
distributur tieghek biex tikseb traduzzjoni ta' l-istruzzjonijiet originali (Pajjiżi ta' UE).
Nederlands
De oorspronkelijke instructies in deze bedieningshandleiding zijn geschreven in het Engels en
vervolgens in andere talen vertaald. Als het onmogelijk is deze instructies te begrijpen, neemt u
contact op met Vinten of met uw distributeur om een vertaling te bemachtigen van de oorspronkelijke
instructies (EG-landen).
Polski
Oryginalne instrukcje zamieszczone w niniejszym podręczniku operatora zostały napisane w języku
angielskim, a następnie przetłumaczone na inne języki. Jeśli nie rozumieją Państwo tych instrukcji,
prosimy skontaktować się z siedzibą lub dystrybutorem Vinten , aby uzyskać tłumaczenie oryginalnych
instrukcji (kraje UE).
Português
As instruções originais apresentadas no guia do operador foram escritas em Inglês e traduzidas para
outros idiomas. Se não conseguir compreender estas instruções contacte a Vinten ou o seu
distribuidor para obter a tradução das instruções originais (Países da UE).
Română
Instrucţiunile originale prezentate în acest ghid pentru operatori au fost scrise în limba engleză, şi tra-
duse ulterior în alte limbi. În cazul în care nu înţelegeţi aceste instrucţiuni, contactaţi Vinten sau dis-
tribuitorul dumneavoastră pentru a obţine o traducere a instrucţiunilor originale (Ţările UE).
Slovensky
Pôvodné pokyny, uvedené v tomto návode na obsluhu, boli napísané v anglictine a následne
preložené do iných jazykov. Ak nerozumiete týmto pokynom, obrátte sa na spolocnost Vinten alebo
vášho distribútora, aby vám zaslal preklad originálnych pokynov (krajiny EÚ).
Slovenščina
Originalno besedilo teh navodil za uporabo je bilo napisano v angleščini in prevedeno v ostale jezike.
Če ne razumete teh navodil, se obrnite na podjetje Vinten ali lokalnega zastopnika, ki vam bo posre-
doval originalna navodila (velja za dr_ave EU).
Suomi
Tähän käyttäjän oppaaseen sisältyvät ohjeet on kirjoitettu alun perin englanniksi ja käännetty sitten
muille kielille. Ellet ymmärrä näitä ohjeita, ota yhteyttä Vinten tai jälleenmyyjään ja pyydä alkuperäisten
ohjeiden käännöstä (EU-maat).
Svenska
Instruktionerna i denna handbok skrevs ursprungligen på engelska och har sedan översatts till flera
språk. Om du inte förstår dessa instruktioner, kontakta Vinten eller din återförsäljare för en ny
översättning av originalinstruktionerna (EU-länder).
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Safety guidelines
Warning symbols in this guide
Where there is a risk of personal injury or injury to others, comments appear highlighted
by the word WARNING!—supported by the warning triangle symbol.
Where there is a risk of damage to the product, associated equipment, process or
surroundings, comments appear highlighted by the word CAUTION!
Warning symbols on the product
The following warning symbols may appear on the product.
Safe condition labels on the product
The following Safe Condition labels may appear on the product.
On encountering the
warning triangle and open
book symbols it is
imperative that you consult
the operators guide before
using this product or
attempting any adjustment
or repair.
Where there is a risk of
electric shock, comments
appear supported by the
hazardous voltage warning
triangle symbol.
Where there is a risk of
exposure to laser radiation,
comments appear
supported by the laser
warning triangle symbol.
Where there is a risk to the
product is pressure is
exceeded. The label
contains the maximum
pressure, in PSI bar, not to
be exceeded.
Where there is a risk to
personnel by lifting heavy
weights. This label
contains the critical mass
weight of the product.
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Important safety instructions
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You should read all of the safety instructions
before operating the equipment. Retain this
operators guide for future reference and adhere
to all warnings in the guide or on the
equipment. Do not attempt to operate this
equipment if you do not understand how to
operate it.
2. Usage Statement
Do not use this product for any other purpose
other than that specified in this usage
statement. The Vinten Quattro SE Pedestal is
designed for use in virtual television studios to
support and balance pan/tilt heads and ancillary
equipment weighing up to 80kg (176.4 lb). The
Quattro SE pedestal is intended to be used by
television camera operators familiar with the
Quattro SE system.
3. Water, moisture and dust
Protect the product from water, moisture and
dust. The presence of electricity near water can
be dangerous. Do not use the product near
water and take care that liquids are not spilled
onto the equipment. For outdoor applications,
only use products that are specifically designed
for outdoor usage.
4. Climate
The equipment should not be used outside the
operating limits. Refer to the Technical
Specifications for the operating range of the
equipment.
5. Cleaning
We encourage regular cleaning of the product.
Do not use oil or grease on any exposed part of
the equipment. This is unnecessary and traps dirt
which acts as an abrasive.
Do not use solvent or oil based cleaners,
abrasives or wire brushes to remove
accumulations of dirt as these damage the
protective surfaces. To clean mechanical
surfaces, use only detergent based cleaners.
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be cleaned with a semi-stiff brush or a clean, dry
air supply.
6. Servicing
You should not attempt to service the
equipment. Contact Camera Dynamics Ltd or
your local distributor to arrange servicing.
Maintenance beyond that detailed in this guide
must be performed by competent personnel in
accordance with the procedures in the
Technical or Maintenance Manual for the
equipment.
7. Notes about Robotic equipment
Display prominent warning signs in studios,
alerting personnel that robotic equipment is
present and may move without warning. Ensure
personnel remain a minimum of 1 m (40 inches)
clear of robotic equipment in use.
Operators must familiarise themselves with the
resulting working envelope of robotic products
including all ancillary equipment (lens, zoom
and focus controls, viewfinder, prompter etc.),
to prevent inadvertent collisions.
Only operate robotic products remotely when
you can see them to avoid harm to personnel
and collisions with obstacles and other hazards
.
8. Power sources
Only connect the equipment to a power supply
of the type described in the Technical
Specifications or as marked on the equipment.
9. Cables
Always ensure that all power and auxiliary
communications cables are routed so that they
do not present any danger to personnel. Take
care when routing cables in areas where robotic
equipment is in use.
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Certificates and Compliances
This product conforms to the following European Directives:
89/336/EEC The Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
EN 61000-6-4:2001 Electromagnetic compatibility - Part 6-4: Generic standard -
Emission standard for industrial environments.
EN 61000-6-2:2001 Electromagnetic compatibility - Part 6-2: Generic standards -
Immunity standard for industrial environments.
EN 61000-3-2:2000 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 3-2: Limits - Limits
for harmonic current emissions (equipment input current up to and including 16A per
phase.
EN 61000-3-3:1995 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 3: Limits - Section 3:
Limitation of voltage in public low voltage supply systems, for equipment with rated
current <=16A per phase not subject to conditional connection.
97/23/EC (Pressure Equipment Directive)
Other certification
FCC:
CFR 47:2006 Class A
Caring for the environment by recycling
This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product must not
be treated as household waste (applicable in the European Union and European
countries with separate collection systems). It shall be handed over to the
applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
Please visit www.vinten.com/recycle for details.
By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potentially
negative consequences for the environment and human health, and help conserve
natural resources.
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Technical specification
Payload. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 kg (176.4 lb)
Pedestal weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144 kg (317 lb)
Trim weights
main (5 x 1.0 kg). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.0 kg (11 lb)
auxiliary (6 x 0.5 kg). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.0 kg (6.6 lb)
Minimum height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.9 cm (19.2 in.)
Maximum height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146.2 cm (57.6 in.)
On-shot stroke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97.3 cm (38.3 in.)
Doorway tracking width. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82.5 cm (32.5 in.)
Transit doorway width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81.6 cm (32.1 in.)
Maximum working pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13.1 bar (190 psi)
Relief valve pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.5 bar (210 psi)
Minimum working pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.5 bar (50 psi)
Internal volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6.13 L (1.62 gal)
Operational temperature range. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .-40°C / +60°C (-40°F / +140°F)
Pedestal travel accuracy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . +/-5mm (+/-0.196 in.) over 3m (118.1 in.) straight line and return
Height travel accuracy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . +/-5mm (+/-0.196 in.)
Power consumption peak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13.2 W
Power input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12V DC
Shock insulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Class I (basic insulation)
Laser class (opto sensors). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Class 2 laser product
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
WARNING!
This product has basic insulation only (class I) and for safety requires
an earth connection ('ground' in the U.S.A.).
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Critical data
Load
Maximum load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 kg (176.4 lb)
Mass
Pedestal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144 kg (317 lb)
Trim weights (10 off) total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.0 kg (15.4 lb)
Pressure
Maximum pressure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13.1 bar (190 psi)
Minimum pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.5 bar (50 psi)
Volume
Internal volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6.13 L (1.62 gal)
Temperature
Operational temperature range. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .-40°C / +60°C (-40°F / +140°F)
Laser radiation
Laser class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Class 2 laser product
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Contents
Page
Safety - Read This First . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Important safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Safety guidelines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Certificates and Compliances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Other certification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Caring for the environment by recycling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Technical specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Critical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Figure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Operation
Unpacking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Column check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Steering mechanism checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Fitting the load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Pressurizing the pedestal
Pressurizing the pedestal from an external pressure source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Pressurizing the pedestal using the Vinten portable pump.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Balancing the load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
External connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Using the Quattro-SE pedestal
Height adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Cable clamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Cable guard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
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Contents (Cont) Page
Transportation and storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Maintenance
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Routine maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Changing the steering ring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Parts list. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
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Figure
Figure 1 Quattro-SE Pedestal
(1)
(2)
(3)
(26)(24)
(25)
(13)
(22)
(16)
(12) (11)
(4)
(14)
(15)
(23)
(6)
(21)
(5)
(7)
(8)
(9)
(17)
(19)
(20)
(10)
(11)
(7)
(18)
(10)
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Quattro-SE Pedestal (Figure 1)
(1). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Weight tray
(2). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Safety catch
(3). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Steering ring
(4). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Drag control
(5). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Schrader valve and cap
(6). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pressure gauge
(7). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trim weight stowage
(8). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cable guard adjustment knob
(9). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cable guard height indicator
(10). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Opto sensor indicators
(11). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Position indicator
(12). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cable Clamp
(13). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lifting aperture
(14). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Crab/steer changeover pedal
(15). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bearing strip
(16). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Moving column
(17). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Markable height indication scale
(18). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cable management system
(19). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Steering indicator
(20). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . On-shot clamp
(21). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trim weight - auxiliary
(22). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trim weight - main
(23). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Four-bolt mounting plate
(24). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ethernet port
(25). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Power socket
(26). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Genlock port
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Introduction
The Quattro-SE pedestal comprises a central four-stage telescopic column mounted in a steerable
base.
The moving column (16) is pressurized from an external pressure source. A markable height indicator
scale (17) is provided on the second section of the column allowing the operator to record camera
heights for shots. A weight tray (1) is attached to the top of the column and trim weights (21), (22)
are provided for fine balance. The weight tray also provides a standard four-bolt mounting (23) for a
pan and tilt head and the pedestal is steered by means of a steering ring (3) mounted on its underside.
A Large diameter steering ring is provided as standard and is fitted with indicators (19) to show the
straight-ahead position.
The column is locked in the fully-depressed position by two safety catches (2) on the weight tray
which engage with spigots at the base of the column. Drag control (4) is provided at the base of the
column and an on-shot clamp (20) is provided as a secondary ring below the steering ring.
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 (8) with a height
indicator (9) below. Stowage for the trim weights is provided on the upper surface of both the
pedestal base (7) and cable management system (18). Two cable clamps (12) are fitted to the vertical
sides of the pedestal base. A crab/steer pedal (14) allows the operator to switch between conventional
and crab steering. Position indicators (11) on each side and one corner of the base allow the camera
operator to accurately position the pedestal. Lifting apertures (13) are provided on each face of the
base and these also provide access to the wheels. Opto sensor indicators (10) show the position of the
sensors to aid targeting.
Connections for pedestal power (25), electronic positional feedback (24) and Genlock (26) are
provided via the cable management system (18).
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Operation
Unpacking
Unpack the pedestal, ensuring that all transport packing and retaining fixings are removed.
Column check
Ensure pedestal pressure is approximately 3.5 bar (50 psi). Increase or reduce as necessary, using the
Schrader valve (5).
Remove the self-adhesive safety catch warning covers (if fitted).
Push down on the weight tray (1) against residual pressure. At the safety catches (2), push the rocker
switches to the unlocked position. Allow the column to extend under hand restraint.
Exercise the column several times over its full stroke.
Push down on the weight tray (1) and push the safety catch rocker switches (2) to the locked position.
WARNING!
1. Do NOT lift the pedestal by the steering ring, it may fail. Use
the lifting apertures (13).
2. Do NOT lift unassisted. The Quattro-SE pedestal has a mass
of 144 kg (317 lb). Take care when lifting the pedestal.
3. Do NOT release the safety catches (2) at this stage, the
pedestal may become unstable.
4. Do NOT leave the pedestal unattended on a sloping surface, to
prevent it rolling away.
WARNING!
A pressure retaining valve prevents pedestal pressure being reduced
below approximately 3.5 bar (50 psi), indicated by the yellow segment
on the pressure gauge (6).
CAUTION! Do NOT attempt to extend the column if the pressure (6) has
dropped below 3.5 bar (50 psi), or the pedestal may be damaged.
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Steering mechanism checks
Steering indicators fitted to the steering ring comprises two groups of rivets on the underside of the
steering (19) as shown in (Figure 6) on page 29.
Align a steering indicator (19) with the crab/steer pedal (14). Press the pedal to select CRAB Turn
the steering ring and check that all three wheels turn together and all point in the same direction.
Align a steering indicator (19) with the crab/steer pedal (14) and press the pedal to select STEER.
Turn the steering ring and check that two of the wheels lock in the straight-ahead position and that
the third wheel (below the crab/steer pedal) can be turned by the steering ring.
Fitting the load
The Quattro pedestal has the standard four-bolt mounting plate (23) which permits the use of various
Vinten camera mounts including pan and tilt heads, Quickfix and Mitchell adapters. To fit a pan and
tilt head or an adaptor it is necessary to extend the moving column.
Fit the pan and tilt head or adaptor as follows:
1. Ensure pedestal pressure does not exceed 3.5 bar (50 psi). Reduce as necessary, using
the Schrader valve cap (5)..
2. Push down on the weight tray (1) against residual pressure. At the safety catches (2),
push the rocker switches to the unlocked position. Allow the column to extend under
hand restraint.
3. Apply the on-shot clamp (20).
WARNING!
1. Do NOT lean over the pedestal when releasing the safety
catches. An over pressurized pedestal may rise rapidly when
the safety catches are released, causing personal injury.
2. Always restrain the column by hand pressure on the weight
tray when the safety catches are released.
WARNING!
A pressure retaining valve prevents pedestal pressure being reduced
below approximately 3.5 bar (50 psi), indicated by the yellow segment
on the pressure gauge (6).
CAUTION! Do NOT attempt to extend the column if the pressure (6) has
dropped below 3.5 bar (50 psi), or the pedestal may be damaged.
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4. Fit the pan and tilt head or adaptor and secure with the appropriate bolts.
5. Release the on-shot clamp (20) and lower the moving column under hand restraint. Push
down on the weight tray (1) and push the safety catch rocker switches to the locked
position.
6. With the pedestal locked in the fully depressed position, fit the camera and accessories
to the pan and tilt head, ensuring that all items such as pan bars, prompters, lenses etc,
are fitted. Attaching these items at a later stage may upset the pedestal balance.
7. Install one main (22) and two auxiliary trim weights (21) on the weight tray (1).
Pressurizing the pedestal
The Quattro may be pressurized from an external pressure source or by using the Vinten portable
pump (Part No. 3357-3). Trim weights (22, 23) are provided for fine balance.
Ascertain the payload to be fitted to the pedestal (payload = pan and tilt head, camera, lens and all
ancillary equipment). Referring to the graph (Figure 2) on page 18, mark the payload on the
horizontal axis then strike a vertical line from the load figure to the balance line. At the intersecting
point strike a horizontal line to the vertical axis and read off the required pressure.
The pedestal should be pressurized with the column collapsed but unlocked and free to extend.
WARNING!
1. Secure auxiliary equipment to the pedestal according to the
manufacturer’s instructions.
2. Only fit suitable equipment to the four-bolt fixing.
WARNING!
Lock the pedestal in the fully depressed position before installing the
camera, to provide a stable mounting surface.
NOTE: The pedestal internal pressure is greatest when the column is fully
collapsed.
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Pressurizing the pedestal from an external pressure source
Figure 2 Balance Graph
WARNING!
1. This pedestal must be pressurized only with clean, dry air or
nitrogen, or the pedestal may be damaged.
2. A pressure reducing valve must be fitted to the pressure line
between the gas cylinder and the outlet connection of the
hose. The reducing valve must be screwed into the gas
cylinder outlet. The maximum pressure on the outlet side of
the reducing valve must not exceed 13.1 bar (190 psi).
3. Do not pressurize the pedestal beyond the maximum safe
working pressure indicated by the leading edge of the red
sector on the gauge, to prevent pedestal damage or personal
injury.
4. The pedestal is fitted with a pressure relief valve as a
safeguard against over-pressurization. Do not attempt to
adjust the pressure relief valve.
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