Studio Titan STA 06-105 User manual

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CAUTION: Use supplied leather work gloves and safety glasses when handling the box,
when opening the box and when assembling the product.
HAZARD: Strapping is under tension and can jump when cut. Strapping and Buckles,
rotective Edging, lastic Walls, lastic Caps and roduct Components and parts should be
handled with care. Work slowly, use extra caution to avoid any sharp edges.
Additional Tools may be Required: The essential tools are included. The following tools
are recommended to be on site: Box Cutter, Scissors, Screw Driver, lyers or Adjustable
wrench, Metric Hex / Allen Key set

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Transit Damage:
Each package is inspected prior to being shipped from the
warehouse to insure that is in perfect condition. The shipping
boxes are constructed using extra thick cardboard. Some
packaging includes engineered plastic walls and dense foam
to protect and absorb energy from reasonable drops and im-
pacts. If handled without care the boxes will show signs of
transit damage. While following the Assembly Steps carefully
inspect the contents.
If anything seems unusual !!!STOP!!! Send images to:
[email protected] for a second opinion. If there
are damaged OR Loose parts do not assemble the product
you may injure yourself. If the damage is noticeable such as
cracks or loose or broken parts contact your dealer for ex-
change. If the damage is minor or cosmetic and does not
compromise the safe assembly or operation of the product
send images of the parts that are affected to:
[email protected]. Arrangements will be made to
provide you with replacement parts to restore the product to
new condition.

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Product Identification:
Product Nameplate Label is located on the vertical column assembly.
The label information is indicated below:
STUDIO TITAN AMERICA
No.[Model Number] - [Manufac ure Da e]
Impor ed by / Impor e par
STEPHANIE MCNEIL CORPORATION
250 Augus a Ave, Sui e 204
Toron o, ON M5T 2L7 CANADA
Manufac ured in / Fabrique en
SOUTH KOREA
Label examples are indicated below:

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Intended use:
This product is intended for use by professional
and commercial photographers in a studio envi-
ronment with a high ceiling. The products are
designed to be used indoors on a floor that is
smooth hard flat and unobstructed.
CAUTION: This product is not recommended
for use by hobbyists or in a household environ-
ment with a low ceiling or carpeted floors. Car-
peting or pitted surfaces are not recommended
because of the increased rolling resistance
which can cause the stand to tip over. If the
surface is not ideal the stand must be moved
with CAUTION very slowly using both hands
one at the top and the other at the bottom to
steady the stand in order to prevent the stand
from tipping over. If the surface is not ideal
lower the load to waist level before moving the
stand. When using a accessories with the stand
we also recommend the use of sandbags or op-
tional leg weights attached to the legs at the
base to prevent tipping over. Ultimately it’s the
users responsibility to understand how the
stand operates and to use the stand within its
specification limits as intended to insure their
own safety and the safety of their equip-
ment. It is also recommended to use a short
tether cable to secure the camera to the stand
in the event that the head head plate attach-
ment stud or camera adapter plate comes loose
or fails. Some assembly may be required we
recommend using an assistant during the initial
product assembly. Please read all documenta-
tion prior to assembly.

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Component Identification: STA 06-10 Folding Arm

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! CAUTION ! Cross Threading Components:
Cross-threading components during assembly is not covered under war-
ranty.
Cross-threading is a term that describes damage that is caused when a
misaligned screw or knob thread is forced into a threaded hole. When this
occurs, threads are damaged and are no longer capable of proper opera-
tion. The remedy is replacement or repair of the damaged component/s.
AVOID cross-threading of mounting screws and knobs during assembly us-
ing this easy to follow procedure:
While standing in front of and looking into the threaded hole. Place the
screw or knob thread against the threaded hole. Using one hand, hold the
thread between your fingers. With the other hand hold the hex key like a
pencil or place your index finger in the center of the knob. Align the screw
or knob with the hole as indicated in the picture with the checkmark be-
low. Slowly turn it counter-clockwise or left, several turns, until you hear a
click or feel the start of the thread. Then proceed slowly, turning clockwise
or right, gently using only finger force to tighten the screw or knob. If you
feel increased resistance, the threads are not aligned, remove and start
procedure from the beginning again.

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Component Identification: STA 06-10
Arm Pre-load Adjust-
ment Hex Screw

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Component Identification: STA 06-10
Mounting Plates

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Component Identification: STA 01-3 0R-MK2
Vertical Locking Lever and Head
Mount Plate

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Assembly Steps:
1. The STA 06-105 Folding Arm is designed to be
used with the STA 01-350R-MK2 (Rotation) Com-
mercial Studio Camera Stand. The STA 06-105
folding arm can be attached to the Vertical car-
riage in two configurations explained below and
on the next page.
Configuration A: This configuration is recom-
mended if the STA 06-105 folding arm will be
used as the primary arm. In this configuration the
internal counterweight will be able to assist with
load balancing.
2. Configuration A: Remove the supplied STA 06-
105 folding arm mounting bracket. Locate the
original Mounting bracket for the Horizontal Arm /
Bar that was supplied with the STA 01-350R-MK2
(Rotation). Remove the Horizontal Arm / Bar from
the bracket and put the hardware aside. Turn the
Arm Locking knob counter-clockwise to detach
the Mounting plates from the STA 06-105 folding
arm. With the supplied hardware and hex key
tool attach the STA 06-105 folding arm Mounting
plates to the STA 01-350R-MK2 (Rotation) Mount-
ing Bracket.
3. Re-attach the Mounting Bracket to the STA 01-
350R-MK2 (Rotation) Vertical Carriage. Re-attach
the STA 06-105 folding arm to the mounting
plates and turn the Arm Locking knob clockwise.
Configuration: A

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Assembly Steps:
Configuration B: This configuration is recommended
when the supplied horizontal arm is NOT used as the
primary arm. In this configuration the internal coun-
terweight will not be as effective with load balancing.
This configuration allows rapid removal or attachment
of the STA 06-105 folding arm.
4. Configuration B: This configuration uses the Mount-
ing bracket that is supplied with STA 06-105 folding
arm. This Mounting bracket will be attached to the
rear of the stand sharing the same rear mounting
holes of the Mounting bracket for the Horizontal Arm /
Bar that was supplied with the STA 01-350R-MK2
(Rotation). Use the hardware that is supplied with the
STA 06-105 folding arm Mounting bracket. Turn the
Arm Locking knob counter-clockwise to detach the
Mounting plates and Mounting bracket from the STA
06-105 folding arm.
5. Remove only the 4 Hex bolts and washers [2 on
each side of the Horizontal Arm / Bar Mounting brack-
et] from the STA 01-350R-MK2 (Rotation). Place the 4
Hex bolts and washers in a plastic bag. Remove the 4
hex bolts and washers supplied with the STA 06-105
folding arm Mounting bracket. Place the STA 06-105
folding arm Mounting bracket overtop the Horizontal
Arm / Bar mounting bracket aligning the mounting
holes. Hand tighten the 4 hex bolts. Order: bolt lock
washer and flat washer. Note the gap between both
mounting brackets. Using 4 flat washers from the
hardware in the plastic bag. Insert one flat washer in-
between the mounting brackets in each bolt location.
Align the brackets and tighten using the supplied hex
key with maximum hand force. 105 folding arm
Mounting plates to the STA 01-350R-MK2 (Rotation)
Mounting Bracket. Re-attach the STA 06-105 folding
arm to the mounting plates and turn the Arm Locking
knob clockwise.
Configuration: B

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Operation, Use & Maintenance:
6. The STA 06-105 folding arm must be used in
conjunction with the optional leg weight set. The
recommended leg weight set is: Leg Weight Set
STA-01-350LW-15. Without the optional leg
weight set the STA 06-105 folding arm may cause
the Camera Stand to tip over when extended and
loaded.
7. ARM Pre-load Adjustment Hex Screw. With the
supplied hex key rotate clockwise to decrease
counterweight. Rotate clockwise to increase coun-
terweight. Located inside the arm is a pneumatic
cylinder which is used to counterbalance the
load / camera that is placed on top of the head
mount plate. The process of adjustment is based
on trial and error. When balanced the camera
moves both up and down very easily and when
released holds its vertical position.
Adjustment Steps:
A. Release Vertical locking lever. Add load to
head mount plate. IF the load falls THEN
rotate Hex Screw one turn Counter-
Clockwise. IF the load goes upwards THEN
rotate Hex Screw one turn Clockwise.
B. Test and repeat until balanced.
C. Lock Vertical locking lever.

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Operation, Use & Maintenance:
8. Vertical Locking Lever: Turn Counter Clockwise
to unlock. Turn Clockwise to lock. When unlocked
the ARM can be moved vertically between its up-
per and lower travel range.
9. Mid Arm Locking Knob: Turn Counter Clock-
wise to unlock. Turn Clockwise to lock. When un-
locked the MID-ARM-JOINT is free to rotate within
its circular range of motion..
10. Arm Locking Knob: Turn Counter Clockwise
to unlock. Turn Clockwise to lock. When unlocked
the ARM-JOINT is free to rotate within its circular
range of motion.
11. When not in use store in the upper most
“Parking Position”. Review this manual with all
Studio personnel prior to operation.
12. Re-tighten all fasteners AGAIN. Re-tighten
fasteners after the first shoot. Tighten yearly.

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Theory of Operation:
The STA 06-105 folding arm was developed in con-
junction with the MET in NYC USA. The primary
design objective was to facilitate 360 spin photog-
raphy of large permanent statues and installations
using two 180 degree set-ups around the subject.
It is also used for 360 spin photography using one
camera in conjunction with a rotary table. Other
applications include forensic studies and Industrial
Dual Image Correlation applications.
The Design of STA 06-105 folding arm allows the
head mount plate to remain parallel with the floor
as the arm is adjusted both vertically and horizon-
tally around the subject. The integrated internal
counterbalance is user adjustable. When the Cam-
era is counterbalanced it can be moved without ef-
fort easily and precisely into position. When the
user releases the camera it holds its vertical posi-
tion.
The Arm Locking knobs when released allow the
arm to be manipulated within the circular range of
motion. When locked the Arm remains stationary or
holds its position.

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STA 01-350R-MK2 Options and Accessories
• Options and accessories can be purchased
through your preferred authorized retailer
or the studiotitanamerica.com website.
Options:
STA 01-350LW-15 [3 x 15KG/33lb /ea BOLT UNDER -
steel leg weights for 01-350MK2 series]

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STA 06-105 Specification & Directions for
Materials Recycling
•Total Overall Length: 1,629mm / 64.13 in
•Arm Length A from center of camera plate to mid rotary
joint of arm: 797mm / 31.37 in
•Arm Length B from mid rotary joint to end rotary joint:
750mm / 29.52 in
•Counterweight cylinder pressure: 100kg / 220 lbs
•Maximum travel angle upwards: 45 degrees
•Maximum travel angle downwards: 45 degrees
•Camera plate angle: 0 degrees or parallel to floor
(Camera plate angle does not change during movement of
Arm)
•Weight :8kg / 17.6lbs
•Recommended General load capacity : 4.5kg (10lbs)
• Camera Plate Hardware: 3/8th inch - 16 thread
•Includes one Camera Head Mount Plates as shown
Options:
-STA-01-390 3-way head
Material composition: The Vertical and Horizontal columns are made
of aluminum. Counter weight is S20C steel. The nuts and bolts are
made of steel. The casters are polyurethane. This product does not
contain lead.
STUDIO TITAN KOREA RESERVES THE RIGHT TO
MAKE RODUCT CHANGES AND RODUCT EN-
HANCEMENTS. RODUCTS SU LIED MAY NOT
BE DELIVERED EXACTLY AS ADVERTISED OR
SHOWN ON THE WEBSITE OR IN THE MANUAL.
• The column box blue out-
er plastic material is Poly-
propylene abbreviated as
PP is a recyclable thermo-
plastic polymer widely used
in many different products.
PP is rugged. PP's resin
identification code is 5 and
it is recyclable.
• Plastic bags are made of
LDPE (Low-Density Polyeth-
ylene) – Recyclable plastic
(check Local Authority)
LDPE can be recycled. How-
ever check with your Local
Authority to ensure it is re-
cycled in your area. This is
described as a hard flexible
plastic.
• The Corrugated cardboard
box can be recycled at de-
pots in municipal curbside
collection programs and
through private recyclers.