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Balancing the head and payload, Figure 5, Ee balancing the head and payload – Vinten Radamec Fusion FH-100 User Manual

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Balancing the Head and payload

Ensure that the Head and camera cradle are level before balancing. When the Head is correctly balanced, the
robotic drives will need the minimum amount of even effort to move the Head. A correctly balanced Head and
payload can be set to any tilt position and the Head will maintain that position hand’s off.

It is important that the camera and payload (lens, viewfinder, teleprompter, pan bars and so on) including
cables are fitted in their operational positions before balancing the Head. Any equipment fitted or adjusted later
can unbalance the Head.

Figure 5 Fusion Height Drive to Head Power & EPL Connections

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Warning!

The total camera payload can reach 55 kg (121 lb).

Take the necessary precautions to safely handle

this weight before loosening the camera cradle

fixing screws.

Switch OFF before attempting to balance the Head

or making any adjustments to the camera and

accessory equipment.

Do NOT remove the camera cradle fixing screws

when the camera cradle is loaded.

Risk of finger trap in moving parts.

Be prepared to prevent the Head falling suddenly.

Head

Communication

cable

Head Power

Output socket

Head EPL

port

CAUTION

finger trap

55 kg

121 lbs