Miller Camera Support 1036 User Manual

compass  
20  
Fluid Head  
OPERATOR’S  
MANUAL  
#1036 Compass 20 Fluid Head  
Features and Controls  
Camera Plate  
Release Knob  
1/4” + Pin Carriage  
Quick Release Knob  
Safety Tab  
Tilt Drag Control  
Accessory Mounting  
Counterbalance Selector  
Bubble Level  
Pan Drag Control  
Fig. 2  
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Introduction  
Safety Instructions  
Thank you for purchasing the Compass 20 Fluid Head. The  
Compass 20 Fluid Head has been designed to suit payload  
capacities from HDV to standard configuration XDCAM and P2HD  
cameras.  
Attaching/removing the camera.  
Please use this manual to familiarise yourself with the operation  
of the Compass 20 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.  
The robust design and construction of the Compass 20 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 fluid drag performance over the  
entire temperature and payload range.  
Do not exceed the maximum payload capacity of the  
The Fluid Drag and the Counterbalance system were designed to  
provide excellent control and repeatability and offer progressive  
equal increments of drag and torque.  
Fluid Head.  
Do not leave the camera unattended on the Fluid Head.  
Do not release the SLIDING PLATFORM LOCK whilst the  
The Compass 20 Fluid Head also offers Illuminated Bubble level.  
camera is at an angle.  
The Compass 20 Fluid Head will give best performance when  
used on a wide range of Miller tripods, including SOLO DV  
(#1501 & 1630) and Lightweight (#440 & 420) tripod. This will  
ensure maximum system stability to suit any professional set-  
up. The Compass 20 Fluid Head will suit most industry standard  
75 mm tripods as well, please refer to manufactures’ manual for  
mounting details.  
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  
RELEASE KNOB.  
Hold camera securely whilst adjusting the CLAMP NUT to  
level the Fluid Head.  
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Technical Data  
Weight  
2.7 kg (6.0 lb)  
Payload Range  
Max. Capacity  
Tilt Drag  
2.0 – 12.0 kg (4.4 - 26.5 lb)  
20.0 kg (44.0 lb)  
5 Selectable fluid drag positions + 0  
+ 90˚ / -75˚  
Tilt Range  
Tilt Lock  
Positive Lock caliper brake system  
5 Selectable fluid drag positions + 0  
360˚  
Pan Drag  
Pan Range  
Pan Lock  
Positive Lock caliper brake system  
Counterbalance System  
4 Selectable positions  
(see performance graph)  
HEIGHT  
ABOVE BOWL  
Camera Platform Type  
Camera Plate  
Quick release sliding platform  
with 60 mm travel.  
Quick release mini euro camera plate  
and 1/4”, 3/8” and 1/4” + Pin  
Carriage  
Mounting Base  
Ball Level Range  
Handle  
Ø75 mm Ball Levelling  
10˚  
Standard black anodised pan handle  
with adjustable angle.  
Temperature range  
-40˚ to +65˚ C (-40° to +149° F)  
Construction  
Lightweight diecast Aluminium alloy,  
moulded reinforced plastics  
Sealing  
Finish  
Water & Dust resistant  
Matt black (low sheen) durable  
powder coated with anti-corrosive  
pre treatment  
Warranty  
3 Years.  
Fig. 3  
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Operating Instructions  
The operating instructions are described in six steps. Please read  
and understand these instructions before using this equipment.  
Do not omit any steps.  
Pan Handle Clamp  
Pan Handle  
1 Fluid Head Set-up  
1.1 Loosen the PAN HANDLE CLAMP fully then rotate the  
PAN HANDLE until it is approximately perpendicular to the  
THREADED STUD (fig. 4) and tighten the PAN HANDLE  
CLAMP - avoid contact wear between the serrations on  
the Fluid Head and the PAN HANDLE CLAMP, if this occurs  
then unwind the PAN HANDLE CLAMP further.  
Illumination Button  
Bubble Level  
1.2 Ensure that the TRIPOD BOWL is approximately horizontal.  
Place the Fluid Head into the TRIPOD BOWL, adjust the  
BUBBLE LEVEL (fig. 4) such that the bubble is inside the  
black circle and tighten the CLAMP NUT.  
1.3 Set the initial control settings as follows – see Figure 1 & 2:  
• Select Counterbalance to position 4 (top setting).  
• Select Pan & Tilt Drag to position 0.  
Threaded Stud  
• Tighten the PAN LOCK, TILT LOCK and the SLIDING  
PLATFORM LOCK.  
Clamp Nut  
Fig. 4  
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Operating Instructions  
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 HDV  
mount) or the 1/4” + PIN CARRIAGE (XDCAM/P2HD mount)  
as required. The 1/4”and 3/8” screws can be stored  
underneath the SLIDING PLATFORM (fig. 1).  
2.3 Attach camera accessories and the battery 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 2.5.  
C of G  
2.4 Attach the CAMERA PLATE to the camera or the QUICK  
RELEASE TRIPOD ADAPTOR and securely tighten the  
screws.  
Sliding  
platform  
2.5 Align the CAMERA PLATE with the SLIDING PLATFORM  
Sliding  
platform  
lock  
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 and tighten  
the SLIDING PLATFORM LOCK (fig.5). If this can not be  
achieved then reposition the CAMERA PLATE on the  
Camera or the QUICK RELEASE TRIPOD ADAPTOR – step  
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2.4. This will ensure that the system has maximum stability.  
Fig. 5  
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Operating Instructions  
3. Counterbalance Control  
Counterbalance Performance  
The counterbalance system was designed to neutralise the  
effect of the camera weight when it is tilted. The Compass 20  
Fluid Head offers a 4 position counterbalance system which  
can be operated via the COUNTERBALANCE SELECTOR (fig.  
2). The COUNTERBALANCE SELECTOR 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 ensure that Counterbalance position 4  
is selected.  
3.2 Hold the camera and release the TILT LOCK, then gently tilt  
the camera from a 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, select Counterbalance  
position 3 and recheck, select lower setting again if  
necessary. Correct counterbalance setting has been  
achieved when minimum effort is required to move the  
camera over the entire tilt range.  
TIP Fine tuning can be achieved by adjusting the SLIDING  
PLATFORM – see step 2.6.  
Fig. 6  
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Operating Instructions  
4. Pan / Tilt Drag Control.  
The Compass 20 Fluid Head offers 5 selectable positions of  
fluid 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 5, the drag plates are completely disengaged in position  
zero.  
Tilt Drag Control  
Counterbalance Selector  
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 Compass 20 Fluid Head offers high capacity caliper disc  
brake system to hold the Fluid Head in a fixed pan and/or tilt  
position. Camera position will not change when applying or  
releasing the Pan / Tilt locks.  
Illumination Button  
Bubble Level  
Do not pan or tilt the Fluid Head whilst the PAN or the TILT  
LOCK is partially applied.  
Pan Drag Control  
6. Illumination.  
The Compass 20 Fluid Head offers illumination of the BUBBLE  
LEVEL 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.  
Fig. 7  
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Maintenance  
Battery Housing  
Illumination Button  
The Compass 20 Fluid Head offers high quality surface coatings.  
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 Compass 20 Fluid Head uses a single 11A type - 6 Volt battery  
for Illumination. Miller recommends the following batteries to  
provide long life performance – GP11A, Duracell MN11 or Vinnic  
L1016.  
1
Using a Phillips Head #1 screw driver, remove the  
RETAINING SCREW and the BATTERY DOOR.  
2
Using a small flat screw driver remove the battery.  
3
Align the new battery as shown on the back of the  
BATTERY DOOR and place into the BATTERY HOUSING,  
then push down the battery into place. A small flat screw  
driver may be used to push down the battery into the  
BATTERY HOUSING.  
4
Align the BATTERY DOOR into the body then tighten the  
screw lightly.  
Battery Door  
Retaining Screw  
Battery  
Fig. 8  
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Storage  
Service, Sales and Support  
The Compass 20 Fluid Head can be stored for extended periods;  
Miller recommends storage in a Miller Soft Case and the  
following:  
Miller Authorised Service Agents must carry out all service and  
repair work. 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 dropping 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:  
Remove battery.  
Clean the external surfaces.  
Keep in a dry place away from direct sunlight.  
Loosen off PAN & TILT LOCK.  
MILLER CAMERA SUPPORT EQUIPMENT  
30 Hotham Parade, Artarmon, Sydney, NSW 2064 Australia  
Tel: +61 2 9439 6377  
Fax: +61 2 9438 2819  
Spare Parts and Accessories  
Email: sales@miller.com.au  
ITEM  
ITEM NO.  
MILLER CAMERA SUPPORT (LLC) USA  
Battery  
P7715  
#1208  
P0037  
P0036  
#493  
218 Little Falls Road, Cedar Grove, New Jersey 07009-1231 USA  
Camera plate Assembly (Including 1/4” + Pin Carriage)  
Camera screw 3/8”  
Tel: (973) 857 8300  
Fax: (973) 857 8188  
Camera screw 1/4”  
MILLER FLUID HEADS (EUROPE) LTD.  
1/4” + pin carriage  
Unit A2, Ford Lane Industrial Estate  
Standard Pan Handle assembly (incl. Handle Clamp)  
Standard Pan Handle  
# 680  
# 689  
# 876  
P7850  
Ford Lane, Ford, West Sussex BN18 0DF, United Kingdom  
Tel: +44 (0)1243 555255  
Fax: +44 (0)1243 555 001  
Soft Case  
Clamp nut  
Warranty  
Please refer to warranty card for complete details.  
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MILLER CAMERA SUPPORT EQUIPMENT  
30 Hotham Parade  
Artarmon, Sydney  
NSW 2064 Australia  
Tel: +61 2 9439 6377  
Fax: +61 2 9438 2819  
Email: sales@miller.com.au  
D 7881-1  
07/09  

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