The Arrow Series Fluid Head Operator’s Manual #1020 Arrow 30 with Euro camera platform #1012 Arrow with Euro camera platform #1014 Arrow HD with Euro camera platform
FEATURES AND CONTROLS 1/4” AND PIN ADAPTOR CARRIAGE CAMERA SCREWS CAMERA PLATE Arrow 30 only SLIDING PLATFORM QUICK RELEASE LEVER Arrow 30 and Arrow - 70mm range Arrow HD - 100mm range SAFETY TAB TILT LOCK COUNTERBALANCE SELECTOR TILT DRAG CONTROL BUBBLE LEVEL PAN DRAG CONTROL FIG 1 ILLUMINATION BUTTON 2
FEATURES AND CONTROLS PAN HANDLE TELESCOPIC CLAMP PAN HANDLE CLAMP SLIDING PLATFORM LOCK BOWL CLAMP NUT PAN LOCK FIG 2 3
CONTENTS FEATURES AND CONTROLS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Before operation read the Operating Instructions (pp6-12). 2 and 3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4 INTRODUCTION 4 TECHNICAL DATA 5 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 6 Arrow fluid heads have been designed to accommodate film and television cameras, and to be operated by qualified camera operators. Hold camera securely during all fitting or removal operations. Do not adjust the counterbalance or drag settings without securing (holding) pan handle. 1.
DATA Arrow 30 Arrow Arrow HD WEIGHT 3.2kg 3.2kg 3.3kg MAX REC.
ILLUMINATION BUTTON OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS The Operating Instructions for Arrow series fluid heads are described in six (6) steps. Please read and understand these instructions before using this equipment. Do not omit any step. 1 INSTALL AND LEVEL THE HEAD 1.1 Unscrew the CLAMP NUT from its threaded stud. 1.2 Place the head in your 100mm tripod bowl and re-fit the CLAMP NUT. Do not tighten CLAMP NUT. 1.3 Level the fluid head by centering the bubble in the BUBBLE LEVEL. Then tighten the CLAMP NUT.
CAMERA PLATE 2 MOUNT YOUR CAMERA Arrow is equipped with a sliding platform for balance fine tuning, plus a quick-release camera plate and standard camera mounting screws (Arrow and Arrow 30 have 70mm sliding range, Arrow HD has 100mm sliding range). Please note that best camera control can be achieved by balancing the camera centre of gravity (C of G) over the centre axis of the head. 2.1 Lock the PAN and TILT LOCKS (rotate both levers clockwise until firm). 2.
2 MOUNT YOUR CAMERA Continued 2.5 Attach your camera to the fluid head by holding your camera slightly ‘lens down’ and place the attached CAMERA PLATE under the front lip on the top of the SLIDING PLATFORM. Lower the back of the camera until the QUICK RELEASE snaps automatically to the locked position. Ensure the QUICK RELEASE knob is firmly seated. 2.6 To ensure a successful mount, grip the PAN HANDLE firmly and then disengage the PAN and TILT LOCKS.
4 COUNTERBALANCE YOUR CAMERA The Arrow 30, Arrow and Arrow HD include a variable counterbalance system that provides fingertip control through its tilt range and allows the camera to be set at any angle within that range. The counterbalance control can be set in one of four (4) positions depending on your camera payload. tilted position. If the camera moves from its tilted position, return the camera to the horizontal position and turn the COUNTERBALANCE SELECTOR knob to a higher or lower setting.
5 DRAG CONTROL 5.1 Arrow heads provide seven (7) incremental settings for tilt and pan drag control as well as a zero (0) freewheeling position. There are no half stops. When changing drag settings, pan and tilt movements must be stopped. There is an endstop between Position 7 and Zero. This eliminates the risk of moving the control clockwise from ‘7’ to ‘0’ and the potential risk of the payload falling forward. COUNTERBALANCE SELECTOR ILLUMINATION BUTTON TILT DRAG SETTING 5.
7 BATTERY REPLACEMENT The Arrow illumination feature uses a standard long–life alkaline 12v battery. Under most operating conditions the battery will provide two years of operation. ILLUMINATION BUTTON Miller approves use of the following batteries: Duracell MN21, Eveready A23, Vinnic L 1028. Other GP23A batteries also fit. To change the BATTERY: 7.1 Unscrew the two battery door RETAINING SCREWS and remove the BATTERY DOOR. 7.2 Remove the BATTERY. 7.3 Insert a new battery, negative end (-) first 7.
STORAGE SERVICE, SALES AND SUPPORT When storing your Arrow for extended periods: remove BATTERY, clean fluid head, and place in a safe, dry place, away from direct sunlight. Arrow heads can be stored horizontally or upright. However, it is not advisable to store the head for extended periods with the tilt locked in an extreme position, either forward or backward. SPARE PARTS AND ACCESSORIES ITEM ITEM NO. Battery P3798 Euro camera plate 79 x 64.
