Vinten RADAMEC Fusion FH-100 Manual

Robotic and Manual
Pan & Tilt Head
FH-100
Robotic Camera Control Systems Vinten
RADAMEC
BROADCAST ROBOTICS
Operators Guide
V3979-4980 Issue 3.0

Fusion FH-100
Robotic and Manual
Pan & Tilt Head
Operators Guide
Publication Part No. V3979-4980
Issue 3.0

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Important information about this document
Information contained in this document is subject to
change. Camera Dynamics Limited reserves the right,
without notice, to make changes in equipment design or
performance as progress in engineering, manufacturing
or technology may warrant.

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Contents
European Union Regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii
Safety Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii
Features and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii
Installation Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Out of the box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Mounting the head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Cabling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Balancing the Head and payload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Operating instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Powering up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Locking the camera cradle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Operating the Head in Robotic mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Centre of Gravity height adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Setting the camera number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Switching to Robotic mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Operating the Head remotely from the Vinten Radamec Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . 15
Operating the Head in Manual mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Switching to Manual mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Adjusting the pan and tilt drag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Routine checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Regular cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Changing the fuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Adjusting the drag control dials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1

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List of Figures
Figure 1 Standard Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Figure 2 Vinten Heavy-duty Quickfix Adaptor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Figure 4 Fusion Pedestal to Head Power & EPL Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Figure 5 Fusion Height Drive to Head Power & EPL Connections . . . . . . . . . . .7
Figure 6 Vinten Fusion Robot Control window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Figure 7 Set pan, tilt & height limits dialog box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Figure 8 Angles of travel on the pan and tilt axes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Figure 9 Engaging and releasing the tilt lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Figure 10 Controlling pan movements using a joystick. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Figure 11 Controlling tilt movements using the joystick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Figure 14 Fuse compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

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European Union Regulations
English
The original instructions presented in this operators guide were
written in English, and subsequently translated into other
languages. If you are unable to understand these instructions,
contact Vinten Radamec or your distributor to obtain a
translation of the original instructions (EU Countries).
БЪЛГАРСКИ
Оригиналните инструкции, представени внастоящото
ръководство на производителя, бяха написани на
английски език, аслед това - преведени на други езици. Ако
не разбирате тези езици, свържете се сVinten или сВашия
дистрибутор, за да получите оригиналните инструкции (за
страните от Европейския съюз).
Česky
Pokyny uvedené v této operátorské příručce byly původně
napsány anglicky a následněbyly přelo_eny do ostatních
jazyků. Nerozumíte-li těmto pokynům, kontaktujte společnost
Vinten nebo svého distributora, abyste získali překlad
originálních pokynů(členské státy EU).
Danish
De originale instruktioner, der præsenteres i denne
betjeningsvejledning, er skrevet på engelsk og derefter oversat
til andre sprog. Hvis du ikke forstår disse instruktioner bedes du
kontakte Vinten eller vor forhandler for at få en oversættelse af
de originale instruktioner (EU-lande).
Deutsch
Die Originalanleitung in diesem Bedienungshandbuch wurde
auf Englisch verfasst und anschließend in andere Sprachen
übersetzt. Bei Verständnisproblemen in einer der übersetzten
Sprachen kontaktieren Sie bitte Vinten Radamec oder Ihren
Fachhändler; dort erhalten Sie eine Übersetzung der
ursprünglichen Anleitung (EU-Staaten).
Eesti
Käesoleva kasutajajuhendi algtekst on koostatud inglise keeles
ning seejärel tõlgitud teistesse keeltesse. Kui juhend osutub
teie jaoks arusaamatuks, võtke juhendi emakeelse tõlke
hankimiseks ühendust Vinteni või kohaliku esindajaga
(Euroopa Liidu riigid).
Ελληνικά
Οι αρχικές οδηγίες αυτού του οδηγού για το χειριστή
συντάχθηκαν στα Αγγλικά και μεταφράστηκαν στη συνέχεια σε
άλλες γλώσσες. Εάν δυσκολεύεστε να καταλάβετε αυτές τις
οδηγίες, επικοινωνήστε με τη Vinten ήτο διανομέα σας για να
λάβετε μια μετάφραση των αρχικών οδηγιών (Χώρες ΕΕ).
Español
Las instrucciones originales que se indican en esta guía del
operador se han redactado en inglés y posteriormente se han
traducido a otros idiomas. Si no entiende estas instrucciones,
póngase en contacto con Vinten Radamec o con su distribuidor
para obtener una traducción de las instrucciones originales
(para países de la UE).
Français
Les instructions originales présentées dans ce guide
d'utilisation ont été écrites en anglais puis traduites dans
d'autres langues. Si vous ne comprenez pas ces instructions,
contactez Vinten Radamec ou votre revendeur pour obtenir une
traduction des instructions originales (pour les pays de l'UE).
Gaeilge
Scríobhadh na treoracha bunaidh don treoirleabhar oibritheora
seo as Béarla, agus aistríodh iad go teangacha eile ina dhiaidh
sin. Mura bhfuil tú in ann na treoracha seo a thuiscint, téigh i
dteagmháil le Vinten nó le do dháileoir, chun aistriúchán de na
treoracha bunaidh a fháil (Tíortha an AE).
Italiano
Le istruzioni originali presentate in questa guida per l'operatore
sono in lingua inglese e successivamente tradotte nelle altre
lingue. Qualora le istruzioni non fossero disponibili nella lingua
desiderata, potete contattare Vinten Radamec o il vostro
distributore per ricevere la traduzione delle istruzioni originali
(Paesi UE).
Latviešu
Šajāoperatora rokasgrāmatāiekļautie norādījumi sākotnēji tika
sarakstīti angļu valodāun pēc tam pārtulkoti citās valodās. Ja
nesaprotat šos norādījumus svešvalodā, sazinieties ar Vinten
vai tirgotāju, lai saņemtu norādījumu tulkojumu (kādāno ES
dalībvalstu valodām).
Lietuvių
Šiame operatoriaus vadove pristatomos pirminės instrukcijos
parašytos anglųkalba ir vėliau išverstos įkitas kalbas. Jei šių
instrukcijųnesuprantate, susisiekite su „Vinten“ arba savo
platintoju ir gaukite pirminiųinstrukcijųvertimą(ES šalies
kalba).
Magyar
A kezeloi útmutatóban található utasítások angol nyelven
íródtak, és utólag fordították azokat más nyelvekre. Ha nem érti
ezen utasításokat, kérjük, vegye fel a kapcsolatot a Vintennel
vagy a helyi képviselettel, és igényelje az eredeti utasítások
fordítását (EU országok).
Malti
L-istruzzjonijiet originali ippreżentati f'din il-gwida ta' operaturi
kienu miktuba bl-Ingliż, u sussegwentement maqluba fl-lingwi
ohra. Jekk ma tistax tifhem dawn l-istruzzjonijiet, ikkuntattja lil
Vinten jew id-distributur tieghek biex tikseb traduzzjoni ta' l-
istruzzjonijiet originali (Pajjiżi ta' UE).
Nederlands
De oorspronkelijke instructies in deze bedieningshandleiding
zijn geschreven in het Engels en vervolgens in andere talen
vertaald. Als het onmogelijk is deze instructies te begrijpen,
neemt u contact op met Vinten Radamec of met uw distributeur
om een vertaling te bemachtigen van de oorspronkelijke
instructies (EG-landen).
Polski
Oryginalne instrukcje zamieszczone w niniejszym podręczniku
operatora zostały napisane w języku angielskim, a następnie
przetłumaczone na inne języki. Jeśli nie rozumiejąPaństwo
tych instrukcji, prosimy skontaktowaćsięz siedzibąlub
dystrybutorem Vinten, aby uzyskaćtłumaczenie oryginalnych
instrukcji (kraje UE).
Português
As instruções originais apresentadas no guia do operador
foram escritas em Inglês e traduzidas para outros idiomas. Se
não conseguir compreender estas instruções contacte a Vinten
Radamec ou o seu distribuidor para obter a tradução das
instruções originais (Países da UE).
Română
Instrucţiunile originale prezentate în acest ghid pentru operatori
au fost scrise în limba engleză, şi traduse ulterior în alte limbi.
În cazul în care nu înţelegeţi aceste instrucţiuni, contactaţi
Vinten sau distribuitorul dumneavoastrăpentru a obţine o
traducere a instrucţiunilor originale (Ţările UE).
Slovensky
Pôvodné pokyny, uvedené v tomto návode na obsluhu, boli
napísané v anglictine a následne preložené do iných jazykov.
Ak nerozumiete týmto pokynom, obrátte sa na spolocnost
Vinten alebo vášho distribútora, aby vám zaslal preklad
originálnych pokynov (krajiny EÚ).
Slovenščina
Originalno besedilo teh navodil za uporabo je bilo napisano v
angleščini in prevedeno v ostale jezike. Če ne razumete teh
navodil, se obrnite na podjetje Vinten ali lokalnega zastopnika,
ki vam bo posredoval originalna navodila (velja za dr_ave EU).
Suomi
Tähän käyttäjän oppaaseen sisältyvät ohjeet on kirjoitettu alun
perin englanniksi ja käännetty sitten muille kielille. Ellet
ymmärrä näitä ohjeita, ota yhteyttä Vinteniin tai jälleenmyyjään
ja pyydä alkuperäisten ohjeiden käännöstä (EU-maat).
Svenska
Instruktionerna i denna handbok skrevs ursprungligen på
engelska och har sedan översatts till flera språk. Om du inte
förstår dessa instruktioner, kontakta Vinten eller din
återförsäljare för en ny översättning av originalinstruktionerna
(EU-länder).

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Disposing of old electronic equipment
This symbol on the product or on its packaging
indicates that this product must not be treated as
household waste (applicable in the European
Union and European countries with separate
collection systems). It shall be handed over to the
applicable collection point for the recycling of
electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring
this product is disposed of correctly, you will help
prevent potentially negative consequences for the
environment and human health, and help
conserve natural resources.
For more information about disposing of this
product, visit:
www.vintenradamec.com/support/WEEE
Certification
This product conforms to the following European Directives:
2006/42/EC (CE Marking Directive)
98/37/EC (Machinery Directive)
73/23/EEC (Low Voltage Directive)
2004/108/EC (Electromagnetic Compatibility
Directive)
This product has been tested and found compliant to the
following test standards:
EMC:
EN 61000-6-4:2001
EN 61000-6-2:2001
EN 61000-3-2:2000
EN 61000-3-3:1995 (+A1)

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Safety Guidelines
Please read this manual carefully before attempting to operate
the product. Retain this operators guide for future reference. This
manual should be read in conjunction with Operating Guides for
the Fusion Pedestal, Fusion Height Drive and the Vinten
Radamec Controller when accompanying the installation of the
Fusion FHR-120 Robotic Head.
Safety when working with the product
Take heed of warnings and instructions
You should read all of the safety instructions in this
Operators Guide before attempting to operate the
equipment. Adhere to all warnings in this guide and
on the equipment. Do not attempt to operate this
equipment if you do not understand how to operate
it.
Usage statement
This product is designed for use within television
studios to support and balance a camera together
with accessory equipment, allowing Operators to
remotely and manually control camera zoom and
focus, and movements about the pan and tilt axes.
The Fusion FH-100 Head can be operated in
robotic and manual modes. The total payload must
not be exceeded. The product is intended for use by
television camera operators, trained to use Vinten
Radamec robotic equipment. Do not use this
product for any other purpose other than that
specified in this usage statement.
Water, moisture and dust
Protect the product from water, moisture and dust.
The presence of electricity near water can be
dangerous. Do not use the product near water and
take care that liquids are not spilled onto the
equipment.
Operating environment
The product should not be used outside the
operating temperature limits. To prevent risk of
overheating, ventilate the product correctly. Refer to
the Technical Data section of this guide for the
operating limits for the product.
Power sources
Connect the product to a power supply of the type
and voltage rating described in the Technical Data
section of this Guide or as marked on the product.
For an emergency power-down, ensure all
personnel are aware of the location of the power
switch on the product and associated equipment
and power supplies.
IMPORTANT
!
Servicing
Do not attempt to service this product. Opening and
removing covers may expose you to dangerous
voltages or other hazards. Refer all servicing to
trained service personnel. Contact Camera
Dynamics Ltd or your local distributor to arrange
servicing of this product.
Connections
Turn OFF before connecting or disconnecting any
equipment or making any adjustments to the camera
or associated equipment.
Warning symbols in this operators guide
WARNING! Where there is a risk of personal injury
or injury to others, comments appear supported by
the warning triangle symbol. Where there is a risk of
damage to the product, associated equipment,
process or surroundings, comments appear
supported by the word ‘caution’.
ELECTRIC SHOCK Where there is a risk of electric
shock, comments appear supported by the
hazardous voltage warning triangle symbol.
FINGER TRAP Where there is a risk of trapping
fingers within parts of the product or other
equipment mounted to the product, comments
appear supported by the finger trap symbol.
Warning symbols on the product
On encountering the warning triangle and open
book symbols it is important that you read this
operators guide before using this product or
attempting any adjustment or repair.
Where there is a risk of electric shock, comments
appear supported by the hazardous voltage warning
triangle symbol.
OFF
!
CAUTION
finger trap
!

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Safety when working with Robotic equipment
Safe working environment
In normal operation, remote controlled Heads and Pedestals can
move suddenly and without warning. Since audible warnings are
not suitable for use within the studio environment, it is
recommended that only trained personnel be allowed to work in
the active areas where remote controlled Heads and Pedestals
are located.
Personnel should be made aware of the potential hazards of
working in a robotic environment.
To avoid personnel injury, personnel should always exercise
caution when working in the vicinity of robotic equipment. The
forces are sufficient to cause personal injury or injury to others
and therefore caution is essential.
Safe operating zone
The safe operating zone for personnel is a minimum of 1 m (3
feet) outside of the footprint of the pan/tilt Head. In most
installations, the teleprompter (if installed) is mounted on to the
Head and protrudes the furthest beyond the base of the Head.
The footprint must take into account the overhang of the
teleprompter and/or other payload equipment as the Head
moves about the pan axis.
Personnel need to be trained and aware of how far the Head and
Pedestal can move, the speeds involved and the need to stay
clear of robotic equipment at all times.
Warning Signs
Warning signs should be displayed prominently in the workplace,
alerting personnel that robotic equipment is in use and may
move suddenly without warning.
If personnel are working on robotic or associated equipment,
ensure a warning sign is placed at the Controller (control panel)
to alert Operators that work is being carried out.
Safety notes for Operators
Each remote controlled Head and/or Pedestal in the system
should remain within the view of the Operator at all times. Do not
operate a Head and/or Pedestal if it cannot be seen.
Before and during remote operation, the Operator must verify
visually that the active area is clear of hazards and personnel. If
personnel are too close to a Head or Pedestal that is about to
move, the Operator should prevent the motion from starting or
stop the motion after it has started.
Operators must familiarise themselves with the working footprint
of the robotic Head including all associated equipment (lens,
zoom and focus controls, viewfinder, prompter etc.), to prevent
inadvertent collisions or injury to personnel.

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Technical Data
Weight............................................................. 24.5 kg (54.0 lbs)
Height to wedge adaptor
mounting face ...............25.7 cm to 36.6 cm (10.1 in. to 14.4 in.)
Height ............................................................. 51.9 cm (20.4 in.)
Length............................................................... 22.5 cm (8.9 in.)
Width............................................................... 40.4 cm (15.9 in.)
Maximum payload................................................. 55 kg (121 lb)
Operating Temperature.......................................... 0° C to 50° C
Motor noise .....................................................................Minimal
Tilt range..............................................................................±90°
Pan range ........................................................................... 359°
Angular velocity (max) .............................................. 60°/second
Angular velocity (min)) ............................................. 0.1°/second
Angular acceleration ...................................120°/second/second
Response time....................................................... 4 x per frame
Accuracy .................................................................3 mins of arc
Repeatability ........................................ 3 minutes of arc or 0.05°
Robotic operation...................................................................Yes
Manual operation ...................................................................Yes
Power consumption peak................................................... 250W
Power input ......................... Autoranging 110-240V AC 50/60Hz
System fuse .......................................................................T6.3A
Physical
Environment
Performance
Electrical
WARNING!
This product has basic insulation only (Class 1).
The product requires an earth connection
Pedestal/tripod fixing ..................................... four-hole flat base
Quickfix base...................................heavy-duty Quickfix adaptor
Direct to Canon or Fujinon broadcast lenses. A range of cables
are available to suit both Canon and Fujinon lenses.
FCC, CE, RoHS compliant
Mounting
Camera Lens Control
Certifications
IMPORTANT NOTE: Technical data is subject to change
without notice. Vinten Radamec reserves the right, without
notice, to make changes in equipment design or performance