ArrowX 1072 User manual

Fluid Head
OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
1072 Arrowx 3 Fluid Head
1074 Arrowx 5 Fluid Head
1076 Arrowx 7 Fluid Head

Tripod Bowl
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Features and Controls
Pan Handle Clamp
Pan Handle
Sliding Platform Lock
Illumination Button
Bubble Level
Threaded Stud
Camera Screws
Pan Drag Control
Tilt Drag Control
Safety Tab
Quick Release Knob
Sliding Platform Camera Plate
Tilt Lock
Counterbalance
Selector
Clamp Nut
Fig. 1 Fig. 2
Pan Lock
CB Plus Selector Knob

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Fig. 2
Thank you for purchasing the Arrow
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Fluid Head. The Arrow
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Fluid Head has been designed to suit a wide range of cameras,
lenses and accessories as demanded by ENG, EFP, Studio and
Field OB setups.
The robust design and construction of the Arrow
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Fluid Head
offers maximum stability, accuracy and durability and includes
precision ball bearing mounted Fluid Drag Plate system in the
Pan and Tilt assembly to deliver true uid drag performance over
the entire temperature and payload range.
The Fluid Drag and the Counterbalance system were designed to
provide excellent control and repeatability and offer progressive
equal increments of drag and torque.
The Arrow
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Fluid Head also offers Illuminated single control
location for operating Pan-tilt, Counterbalance and viewing
Bubble level.
The Arrow
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Fluid Head will give best performance when used
on a wide range of Miller tripods, including SOLO ENG (#1505),
Sprinter II (#1589, #1580, #1576) and HD (#931) tripod. This will
ensure maximum system stability to suit any professional set-
up. The Arrow
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Fluid Head will suit most industry standard 100
mm tripods as well, please refer to manufactures’ manual for
mounting details.
Introduction Safety Instructions
Attaching / removing the camera
Please use this manual to familiarise yourself with the operation
of the Arrow
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Fluid Head and observe these instructions
to prevent any damage to your equipment. Ensure that all
equipment is operating correctly and free from defects and
damage, also please ensure that the tripod is steady, secure and
that the bowl is approximately horizontal when attaching the
camera. The operator is responsible for the safe operation of this
piece of equipment.
•Do not exceed the maximum payload capacity of the Fluid
Head.
•Do not leave the camera unattended on the Fluid Head.
•Do not release the SLIDING PLATFORM LOCK whilst the
camera is at an angle.
•Do not adjust the tripod whilst the camera is attached to the
Fluid Head.
•Ensure PAN HANDLE CLAMP and CLAMP NUT is securely
tightened.
•Apply TILT LOCK when adding/removing equipment from
the camera or when attaching/removing the camera from the
Fluid Head.
•Hold camera securely whilst changing Counterbalance, Pan
Drag or Tilt Drag settings.
•Hold the camera securely whilst releasing the QUICK
RELEASE KNOB.
•Hold camera securely whilst adjusting the CLAMP NUT to
level the Fluid Head.

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2.Camera Set-up
2.1 Remove the CAMERA PLATE by pulling down the
SAFETY TAB while rotating the QUICK RELEASE KNOB to
the left. The CAMERA PLATE should pop 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 1⁄4” and 3/8”
screws (for Mini-DV mount) or the 1⁄4” + PIN ADAPTOR
CARRIAGE (ENG mount) as required.
2.3 Attach camera accessories, battery and the QUICK
RELEASE TRIPOD ADAPTER (if required) 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 2.6.
2.4 Attach the CAMERA PLATE to the camera or the QUICK
RELEASE TRIPOD ADAPTOR such that the C of G mark
on the camera is approximately 10 – 20 mm behind the
front edge of the CAMERA PLATE then securely tighten
the screws.
2.5 Align the CAMERA PLATE with the SLIDING PLATFORM
(Fig. 1) and slide it in until the safety mechanism is
engaged.
2.6 Release the SLIDING PLATFORM LOCK and slide the
SLIDING PLATFORM such that the camera’s C of G is
directly above the centre axis of the Fluid Head (g. 5) and
tighten the SLIDING PLATFORM LOCK (g. 5). If this can
not be achieved then reposition the CAMERA PLATE on
the Camera or the QUICK RELEASE TRIPOD ADAPTOR –
step 2.4. This will ensure that the system has maximum
stability.
Operating Instructions
Fig. 3
Sliding
platform
lock
Sliding
platform
C of G

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Fig. 3
3.Counterbalance Control
The counterbalance system was designed to neutralise the
effect of the camera weight when it is tilted. The Arrow
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Fluid
Head offers a 16 position counterbalance system which is
operated with the Counterbalance Selector Knob (Fig. 1) and
the CB Plus Selector Knob (Fig. 2).
The system was designed for an efcient and ergonomic
control of the counterbalance mechanism which delivers a
wide payload range capacity.
The Counterbalance Selector Knob and the CB PLUS Selector
Knob must be operated when the SLIDING PLATFORM is in a
horizontal position.
After changing the Counterbalance setting it may be
necessary to tilt the camera back and forth to ensure that the
CB spring has engaged. The camera must be held securely
while changing the Counterbalance setting.
3.1 For safety select Counterbalance position 16, being the
Orange coloured marker on the Counterbalance Selector
Knob pointing to position 16 and the CB Plus Selector
Knob displaying an orange marker (Fig. 4).
3.2 Hold the camera and release the TILT LOCK, then
gently tilt the camera from the horizontal position
forward then backward and observe its response. If the
Camera ‘Springs Back’ to the horizontal position then
a lower Counterbalance setting is required, rotate the
Counterbalance Selector Knob clockwise to a lower
position and recheck, select lower setting again if
necessary.
3.3 Finer adjustments can be made by toggling the CB Plus
Selector knob.
3.4 Correct counterbalance setting has been achieved when
minimum effort is required to move the camera over the
entire tilt range.
Operating Instructions
Fig. 4

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Operating Instructions
4.Pan-tilt Drag Control.
The Arrow
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5 & 7 Fluid Head offers 7 selectable positions of
uid drag + zero setting in the Pan and Tilt. The settings are
equally stepped from light drag in position 1 up to heavy drag
in position 7, the drag plates are completely disengaged in
position zero. The Arrow
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3 offers 5 selectable positions of
Fluid drag + zero setting.
•Do not Pan or Tilt the Fluid Head whilst adjusting PAN
or TILT DRAG CONTROL or whilst the PAN & TIL DRAG
CONTROL is between settings.
•The drag setting can be changed at any tilt or pan angle.
5.Pan-tilt Lock Control.
The Arrow
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Fluid Head offers high capacity caliper disc
brake system to hold the Fluid Head in a xed pan and/or tilt
position. Camera position will not change when applying or
releasing the Pan-tilt locks.
•Do not pan or tilt the Fluid Head whilst the PAN or the TILT
LOCK is partially applied.
6. Illumination.
The Arrow
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Fluid Head offers illumination of the PAN
& TILT DRAG CONTROL settings, BUBBLE LEVEL
and PAN & TILT INDICATOR when the low ambient
light conditions exist. Illumination can be achieved by
pressing the ILLUMINATION BUTTON once. The light will
switch off after 10 seconds.
Illumination Button Counter Balance Selector
Tilt Drag Setting
Tilt Drag Knob
Fig. 5
Tilt Indicator
Pan Drag Setting
Bubble Level Pan Drag Knob
Pan Indicator

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Counter Balance Selector
Fig. 5
The Arrow
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Fluid Head offers high quality surface coatings, dust
and moisture seals. Miller recommends keeping the Fluid Head
clean at all times by using soft brushes and lint free cloth to wipe
over the surfaces.
•Do not immerse the Fluid Head in any liquid.
•Do not use stiff brushes, abrasives, harsh detergents and
solvents.
Battery Replacement
The Arrow
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Fluid Head uses a single GP23A type - 12 Volt bat-
tery for Illumination. Miller recommends the following batteries to
provide long life performance – Duracell MN21/23, Eveready A23
or Vinnic L1028.
•Using a Phillips Head #1 screw driver, remove the two
RETAINING SCREWs, BATTERY DOOR and the old battery.
• Insert the new battery as shown in gure 6.
• Insert the tab on the BATTERY DOOR into the body rst then
align the two screw holes and tighten the screws snugly.
Maintenance
Retaining Screw
Fig. 6
Illumination Button
Battery Battery Door

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Specications
1072 Arrowx 3 1074 Arrowx 5 1076 Arrowx 7
Weight 3.1kg (6.8lbs) 3.4kg (7.4lbs) 3.4kg (7.4lbs)
Payload range 1-19kg (2.2-41.8lbs) 2-21kg (4.4-46.2lbs) 6-25kg (13.2-55.1lbs)
Pan-tilt drag 5 selectable fluid drag positions + 0 7 selectable fluid drag positions + 0 7 selectable fluid drag positions + 0
Pan range 360° 360° 360°
Pan-tilt locks Positive lock calliper brake system Positive lock calliper brake system Positive lock calliper brake system
Tilt angle +90˚/-75˚ +90°/-75° +90°/-75°
Counterbalance 16 selectable positions 16 selectable positions 16 selectable positions
Camera platform Quick release camera plate with 1/4” and
3/8” screws
Quick release camera plate with 1⁄4” and
3/8” screws
Quick release camera plate with 1⁄4” and
3/8” screws
Sliding range 120mm (4.7”) 120mm (4.7”) 120mm (4.7”)
Height above bowl 162mm (6.4”) 162mm (6.4”) 162mm (6.4”)
Mounting base 100mm (3.9”) ball levelling with 3 x M5 holes
for flat base mounting
100mm (3.9”) ball levelling with 3 x M5 holes
for flat base mounting
100mm (3.9”) ball levelling with 3 x M5 holes
for flat base mounting
Illuminated controls Bubble level, pan-tilt drag controls Bubble level, pan-tilt drag controls Bubble level, pan-tilt drag controls
Temperature range -40° to +65°C (-40° to +149°F) -40° to +65°C (-40° to +149°F) -40° to +65°C (-40° to +149°F)
Pan handle Telescopic 390 to 590mm (15.4 to 23.2”) Telescopic 390 to 590mm (15.4 to 23.2”) Telescopic 390 to 590mm (15.4 to 23.2”)

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Specications
1072 Arrowx 3 Fluid Head 1074 Arrowx 5 Fluid Head
1076 Arrowx 7 Fluid Head
Counterbalance Performance
Payload Range 1-19kg (2.2-41.8lbs)
C of G above Camera plate (mm)
Counterbalance Performance
Payload Range 2-21kg (4.4-46.2lbs)
C of G above Camera plate (mm)
Counterbalance Performance
Payload Range 6-25kg (13.2-55.1lbs)
C of G above Camera plate (mm)

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Specications
Fig. 7 Fig. 8

Fig. 8
The Arrow
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Fluid Head can be stored for extended periods; Miller
recommends storage in a Miller Soft Case and the following:
• Remove battery.
•Clean the external surfaces.
•Keep in a dry place away from direct sunlight.
•Loosen off PAN & TILT LOCK.
Spare Parts and Accessories
ITEM ITEM NO.
Battery P3798
Offset camera plate with 2 x 3/8” screws 858
Camera plate (Euro) with 1/4” & 3/8” screws 860
Camera screw 3/8” P0037
Camera screw 1/4” P0036
Additional pan handle - telescopic with clamp 696
Accessory adaptor 1/4”, 3/8” holes to suit 1219 1217
Accessory mounting bracket 1219
Mitchell base adaptor with clamp 1225
Clamp nut PN10223
Warranty
Please refer to warranty card for complete details.
Miller Authorised Service Agents must carry out all service and
repair work. Failure to observe this requirement may void war-
ranty. It is advisable to notify Miller or a Miller Authorised. Service
Agent if a change of performance is observed as a result of drop-
ping or rough usage. For information regarding sales and service
of Miller products or for your nearest Miller representative please
contact us via our website or at the following:
MILLER CAMERA SUPPORT EQUIPMENT
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Cedar Grove, New Jersey 07009 USA
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Middlesex, TW17 8BA
United Kingdom
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