Vinten PRO-5Plus Manual

Vinten
Camera Control Solutions
Operators Guide
protouch
PRO-5Plus System

protouch
PRO-5Plus System
Publication Part No. V4057-4980-EN
Issue 1
Original Instructions
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Preface
Thank you and congratulations on your new
Protouch PRO-5plus system from Vinten
We want you to get the most from your new PRO-5plus system, and therefore encourage you to
read this operators guide to familiarize yourself with its many features, some of which may be new
to you. It also covers essential health and safety information and a section on maintenance that
will ensure you keep your new product in perfect condition.
Toreceive additionalbenefits,registerwithVintennowon lineby visitingwww.vinten.com/register
(see Warranty Details and Terms and Conditions on page 25).
Features and benefits of your new PRO-5plus system
The PRO-5plus system is perfectly suited for all types of event videography using the latest gen-
eration of small format digital Camcorders and DSLR's.
• 0 to 4.5kg (9.9lb) @ 55mm C of G
• Two-step (zero and 1) spring counterbalance system for positive camera control.
• Top-loading 'Side Load' quick-release slide plate, with 1/4 in. and 3/8 in. camera
screws and locating pin, accommodating the latest generation of digital Camcorders
and DSLR's.
• Integral 75mm ball base for reliable levelling.
• Pozi-Loc tripod clamping system requires low effort with a 90° turn from on to off, pro-
viding the user with a positive indication that the tripod is securely locked.
• Single stage Aluminium Pozi-Loc tripod offering extensive height range, unrivalled
torsional stiffness, rapid setup and convenient carrying.
• Protouch branded Petrol system case.
Once again, thank you for choosing the PRO-5plus system.
We are confident it will give you many years of reliable
performance.

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Safety - Read This First
Warning Symbols in this Operators Guide
Where there is a risk of personal injury or injury to others, comments appear
highlightedby theword WARNING!—supportedby thewarning trianglesymbol.
Where there is a risk of damage to the product, associated equipment, process
or surroundings, comments appear highlighted by the word CAUTION!
Usage
The Pro-5plus system is designed for event videography and the corporate sector to support and
balance a camera and ancillary equipment weighing up to 4.5 kg (9.9 lb). The Pro-5plus system is
intended for use by professional camera operators.
Further information
For full details on maintenance and spare parts, please refer to Protouch PRO-5plus System -
Maintenance Manual and Illustrated Parts List (Publication Part No. V4057-4990) This is obtain-
able from Vinten or your local Vinten distributor. For information on-line, visit our website at
www.vinten.com.
WARNING!
1. Do NOT attempt to use this product if you do not understand
how to operate it.
2. Do NOT use this product for any other purpose than that
specified in the Usage statement above.
3. Maintenance beyond that detailed in this Operators Guide
must be performed only by competent personnel in
accordance with the procedures specified in the Maintenance
Manual.

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Technical specification
PRO-5plus pan and tilt head
Weight:
Head with bowl clamp 1.65 kg (3.63 lb)
Pan bar 0.2 kg (0.44 lb)
Height to mounting face 11.2 cm (4.4 in.)
Length 12.1 cm (4.8 in.)
Width 15.3 cm (6.0 in.)
Load capacity (@ 55 mm centre of gravity) 4.5 kg (9.9 lb)
Counter balance on/off
Tilt range +90° -60°
Pan range 360°
Tripod fixing 75 mm ball
Operating temperature -10°C to 60°C
Pozi-Loc tripod
Levelling bowl diameter 75 mm
Maximum height with floor spreader 156.2 cm (61.5 in.)
Minimum height with floor spreader 41.6 cm (16.4 in.)
Weight 3.2 kg (7.0 lb)
Transport length 71 cm (28.0 in.)
Recommended maximum load 25 kg (55 lb)
Floor spreader
Maximum leg radius 77 cm (22.5 in.)
Minimum leg radius 38 cm (15 in.)
Weight 0.7 kg (1.5 lb)

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Contents
Page
Preface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Safety - Read This First . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Technical specification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Usage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Further information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Introduction
PRO-5plus pan and tilt head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Pozi-Loc tripod. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Tripod spreader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Operation
Mounting the camera. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Checking camera balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Pan and tilt brakes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Pan and tilt drag. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Optional equipment
Carrying strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Dollies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Servicing
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Cleaning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Routine maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Adjustments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Parts list. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Warranty Details and Terms and Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Associated publications
Protouch PRO-5plus System - Maintenance Manual
Publication Part No. V4057-4990

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Fig. 1 PRO-5Plus Pan and Tilt Head
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(1) Tilt drag control
(2) 1/4 in. camera screw
(3) 3/8 in. camera screw stowage
(4) 3/8 in. camera screw
(5) Pan bar
(6) Camera slide plate bung
(7) Levelling bubble
(8) Pan drag control
(9) Pan bar mounting
(10) Pan brake
(11) Bowl clamp
(12) Balance selector
(13) Tilt brake
(14) Camera slide plate release
(15) Camera slide plate clamp
(16) Locating pin
(17) Camera slide plate

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Fig. 2 Pozi-Loc Tripod and Floor Spreader
(18)
(19)
(20)
(21)
(23)
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(24)
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(18) Tripod bowl
(19) Clamp knob
(20) Floor spreader
(21) Floor spreader adjuster
(22) Foot securing strap
(23) Leg tie strap
(24) Attachment point for mid-level spreader
(25) Tie down hook