Miller Camera Support 1630 User Manual

SOLO TRIPOD SERIES Operators Manual  
#1630 Solo DV  
75mm 2-Stage Alloy Tripod  
#1501 Solo DV  
75mm 2-Stage Carbon Fibre Tripod  
#1505 Solo ENG  
100mm 3-Stage Tripod  
Introduction  
Operation Manual  
Thank you for purchasing the Miller SOLO tripod.  
Please read this manual carefully prior to  
using the SOLO tripod. Do not omit any  
steps.  
SOLO is a professional tripod, compatible with most 75/100mm ball  
levelling pan & tilt heads. SOLO is designed to support lightweight  
MiniDV and DVCAM camcorders in location and studio production.  
The manual contains important set-up,  
pull-down, adjustment, safety and  
maintenance information and should be  
read in conjunction with the operating  
manuals of the fluid head and camera you have  
chosen to complement your SOLO tripod.  
The telescopic carbon fibre tubing ensures optimum rigidity and rapid  
deployment, while the leg angle lock eliminates the need for a tripod  
spreader. As a result, SOLO ENG features an operating height range  
from a low 22cm (8.7”) up to an impressive 187cm (73”), with maximum  
support stability maintained across the operating range.  
Magnesium leg top and aluminium diecast components deliver the  
ultimate in lightweight durability while the padded carry bag, detachable  
leg strap and rubber/spike complete a truly professional support package.  
Technical Data  
Cat#  
1630 SOLO DV  
1501 SOLO DV  
1505 SOLO ENG  
100mm  
Bowl Diameter  
75mm  
75mm  
Tube Configuration  
Tube Material  
2 Stage telescopic  
2 Stage telescopic  
Carbon fibre  
3 Stage telescopic  
Carbon fibre  
30(66)  
Alloy  
Maximum Load kg (lb)  
Weight kg (lb)  
20 (44.1)  
20(44.1)  
2.9 (6.4) ( including shoulder strap)  
2.5 (5.5) (including shoulder strap)  
1614 (63.5)  
3.1 (6.8) (including shoulder strap)  
1870 (73.6)  
Max Height mm (in)  
Min Height mm (in)  
Transport Length mm (in)  
1625 (64)  
234 (9.2)  
700 (27.6)  
234 (9.2)  
220 (8.7)  
694 (27.3)  
658 (25.9)  
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Fig 3 Leg angle adjuster  
Tripod Setup  
raised  
Remove tripod from carry bag, undo clip on leg strap and  
Minimum Height  
stand on a level surface (if possible). Depending on  
surface, screw out rubber foot for non-scratch contact  
to interior or hard surfaces or screw in for a spike on  
exterior soft surfaces such as dirt or sand.  
Fig 1 Collapsed  
Note: It is recommended that  
minimum height position is used only  
with legs at their shortest length.  
position  
Note: Leg angle adjusters are spring loaded and self  
adjusting. Do not hold leg angle adjuster up while spreading  
tripod legs as this may cause leg angle adjusters to operate  
improperly and potentially damage the tripod.  
Maximum Height  
(Leg angle adjustment is not required)  
1 Separate legs slightly so they are  
parallel.  
1 Pull up leg angle adjuster until it locks into a raised  
position (Fig. 3). Repeat for all three locks.  
2 Working with each leg  
individually, grip concentric locks  
and release one turn (see leg  
lock direction label on leg).  
Fig 2 Spread  
2 Holding one leg on the ground pull the remaining two  
outward, spreading the tripod to its lowest position. Leg  
angle adjuster will automatically engage the leg to hold  
the tripod at its lowest  
position  
3 Extend to desired length and  
turn each concentric lock to  
engage firmly. Repeat process  
for remaining legs.  
height position (Fig. 4).  
Fig 4 Lowest height  
position  
4 Spread tripod legs (Fig. 2)  
and adjust leg length to  
ensure tripod bowl is  
approximately level.  
5 Level the fluid head using bubble level and ball  
levelling feature of fluid head.  
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Tripod Setup (cont) Tripod Pull Down  
Mid Position  
1 Remove camera from fluid head.  
Fig 5 Leg angle adjuster  
2 Close the tripod legs so all are pointing  
straight down and disengage all  
concentric locks.  
raised  
Note:This refers to the mid leg  
angle position, not necessarily the  
height of the tripod.  
3 Holding the bowl, lower tripod to its  
shortest length and re-engage  
concentric locks.  
The SOLO tripod has three leg angle  
positions. The middle leg angle position  
(Fig.7) is self-engaging after closing leg  
from fully spread position (Fig.6). The  
mid position is chosen for optimum  
stability in the 50-130cm tripod height  
range, but is not recommended if the  
tripod is being used in a crowded  
situation, due to the wide  
4 Close legs together fully (Fig. 1) fit leg strap and return tripod to  
carry bag if finished shooting.  
diameter, or footprint  
spread, of the extended  
tripod.  
Fig 7 Middle leg  
angle position  
Fig 6 Spread Position  
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Shoulder Strap  
Leg Pivot Adjustment  
SOLO’s Shoulder Carry Strap can  
The leg to bowl pivot joint on the SOLO tripod should have no lateral  
movement and should swing with a firm, smooth resistance. As this is  
a spreader-less tripod, the leg pivot joint requires sufficient resistance  
to hold the tripod legs together while being hand carried. Adjustment  
is usually not required, however, should it become necessary, the  
following procedure must be observed.  
be used looped (both ends  
attached to the mounting point on  
the bowl), to carry the tripod on  
one shoulder,  
OR  
it can be used attached to the  
bowl and the Leg S
to carry the tripod a
back with fluid head
ground.  
ripod on a flat surface with legs closed in  
port position.  
g 17mm spanner (supplied), gently  
nut to achieve firm, smooth movement of  
hile still having sufficient tension to hold  
ogether when tripod is being hand  
resistance by swinging leg fully open  
ngle adjuster) and ensure that all legs  
a similar degree of effort. Tighten or  
olts as necessary.  
portant:Remember not to over-  
en as this may cause too much  
sistance when swinging the legs open.  
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Leg Strap  
Safety  
Read the Operators  
Manual  
The Leg Strap is attached to
tube (as delivered from fact
and loop’ tape.  
Miller recommends that all camera  
support equipment should be carried in a  
carry bag to reduce the risk of accidental  
damage during transport. All Miller SOLO  
systems include a carry bag to protect the  
tripod and reduce exposure to dust and moisture  
during transport and storage.  
The Leg strap also has a “D
ring attachment point for  
the shoulder strap if  
required. Check the Leg  
Strap periodically to ensure  
hook and loop tape is secur
Ensure that the weight of the camera/lens/battery payload  
mounted on your tripod does not exceed the recommended  
capacity of the fluid head. This will ensure that the tripod and  
fluid head you have chosen will operate to their specification.  
Note that any offset payload, such as a telephoto lens, will exert a  
forward offset load on the support system. Refer to your fluid  
head users guide to ensure these loads are properly balanced.  
Maintenance  
Regularly inspect tripod for damage or grit. Pay particular  
attention to carbon fibre tubes, concentric locks, leg angle  
adjusters, condition of bowl, feet and general operation of the  
tripod.  
Never set up or pull down a tripod while a camera is mounted on it.  
The camera base should be fastened to a suitable camera plate  
and tripod plate prior to mounting. The camera should be  
attached to the fluid head only after all tripod leg locks are  
positively engaged (in locked position) and the tripod is on a  
stable surface.  
Keep grit and dirt out of leg angle adjusters. If leg angle adjusters  
or legs grind or stick during operation they may have grit in  
contact with their sliding surfaces. The affected parts will require  
disassembly and cleaning. Failure to do so may result in  
excessive wear and breakage of tripod components.  
The safe operation of the tripod is the responsibility  
of the operator.  
Regularly clean tripod with a damp rag or soft brush. Wipe off all  
sand, dust and salt spray. Do not clean with solvents, cleaning  
fluids, lubricants, polishes, abrasives or wire brushes.  
Transport and store tripod in Miller bag or case wherever  
possible. Store tripod in a dry place, away from direct sunlight.  
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SOLO System Configurations Service and Sales Support  
Cat # 75mm Systems  
Miller Authorised Service Agents must carry out all service and repair  
work on SOLO tripods. Failure to observe this requirement may void  
warranty. It is advisable to notify Miller or a Miller Authorised Service  
Agent if a change of performance is observed as a result of impact 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:  
#1637 SOLO 5 Alloy: SOLO DV 75mm Alloy Tripod (1630) with DS5  
Fluid Head, Softcase (1518)  
#1640 SOLO 10 Alloy: SOLO DV 75mm Alloy Tripod (1630) with DS10  
Fluid Head, Softcase (1518)  
#1511 SOLO 10 Carbon Fibre: SOLO DV 75mm Carbon Fibre Tripod (1501)  
with DS10 Fluid Head, Softcase (1518), Shoulder Strap (1520)  
#1643 SOLO 20 Alloy: SOLO DV 75mm Alloy Tripod (1630) with DS20  
Fluid Head, Softcase (1518)  
MILLER CAMERA SUPPORT (Australia)  
30 Hotham Parade, Artarmon, Sydney  
NSW 2064 Australia  
MILLER CAMERA SUPPORT LLC (USA)  
216 Little Falls Road, Cedar Grove  
New Jersey 07009-1231 USA  
Tel: (973) 857 8300  
#1514 SOLO 20 Carbon Fibre: SOLO DV 75mm Carbon Fibre Tripod (1501)  
with DS20 Fluid Head, Softcase (1518), Shoulder Strap (1520)  
Tel: +61 2 9439 6377  
Fax: +61 2 9438 2819  
Fax: (973) 857 8188  
Cat # 100mm Systems  
#1793 SOLO Arrow 25: SOLO ENG Tripod (1505) Arrow 25 Fluid Head  
(1022) Pan Handle (689) Shoulder Strap (1520) Softcase (872)  
MILLER FLUID HEADS (Europe) LTD.  
Unit A2, Ford Lane Industrial Estate  
Ford Lane, Ford, West Sussex  
BN18 0DF United Kingdom  
MILLER TRIPODS Canada  
1055 Granville Street  
Vancouver BC V6Z1L4, Canada  
Tel: (604) 685 4654  
#1709 SOLO Arrow 40: SOLO ENG Tripod (1505) Arrow 40 Fluid Head  
(1025) Pan Handle (692) Shoulder Strap (1520) Softcase (872)  
Tel: +44 (0)1243 555255  
Fax: +44(0)1243 555001  
Fax: (604) 685 5648  
Optional  
Cat# Description  
#394 Solo Dolly  
#1590 Solo Leg Covers (3)  
#1518 Carry Bag  
#1520 Shoulder Strap  
#872 Softcase (padded)  
#P6005 17mm Spanner  
#1521 Transport Strap  
WarrantyPlease refer to warranty card for complete details  
Website  
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