Miller Compass 15 - Manual (Page 7)

2. Camera Set-up
2.1 Remove the CAMERA PLATE by pressing the RELEASE
KNOB while pulling the CAMERA PLATE out.
2.2 Refer to the Camera’s owners manual for correct method of
attachment to the CAMERA PLATE. Inspect the CAMERA
PLATE and remove the ¼” and 3/8” screws (for HDV
mount) or the ¼” + PIN CARRIAGE (DVCAM mount)
as required.
2.3 Attach camera accessories and the battery to the camera,
it is recommended to estimate the camera’s Centre of
Gravity (C of G) for the purpose of correctly positioning
the camera on the CAMERA PLATE. The camera’s C of G
can be estimated by placing the camera on to a round rod
and then shifting it backwards or forwards until a balance
point – C of G - is achieved. It is recommended to identify
this point on the camera as it will be useful in step 2.5.
2.4 Attach the CAMERA PLATE to the camera and securely
tighten the screws.
2.5 Check that the SLIDE LOCK is loose, then align the
CAMERA PLATE with the SLIDING PLATFORM and slide it
in until the safety mechanism is engaged.
2.6 Position the CAMERA PLATE so that the camera’s C of G
is directly above the centre axis of the Fluid Head and
tighten the SLIDE LOCK. If this can not be achieved then
reposition the CAMERA PLATE on the Camera – step 2.4.
This will ensure that the system has maximum stability.
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C of G
Fig. 4
Operating Instructions
Fig. 5
Sliding
platform
lock
Sliding
platform