Particular attention must be paid to cleaning, especially after use in adverse conditions. To order spare parts or to obtain further information, application should be made to Vinten Broadcast Limited or to your local distributor.
Page Page Page View Notes to readers This is the on-line version of ‘Vision Pedestal Maintenance Manual’ (3320-9). Readers should be aware that the pagination differs between on-line and printed versions. Navigation Clicking the mouse on any blue text will move you around the document. For example, if you click on one of the blue call-outs on an exploded drawing, you will be taken to the appropriate line in the relevant parts list.
Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Safety - Read This First! Warning symbols in this maintenance manual Where there is a risk of personal injury, injury to others, or damage to the pedestal or associated equipment, comments appear, highlighted by the word WARNING! and supported by the warning triangle symbol.
Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Abbreviations The following abbreviations are used in this publication: alternating current pound (weight) Amps Lubricated Friction across flats left hand as required MISO metric thread ASME American Society of Mech Engineers metre assy assembly...
Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Technical Specification STUDIO Payload 20 kg (44 lb) 20 kg (44 lb) Column weight 6 kg (13 lb) 6 kg (13 lb) Skid weight 5.5 kg (12 lb) 5.5 kg (12 lb) Total pedestal weight 11.5 kg (25 lb) 11.5 kg (25 lb)
Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Design Improvements SERIAL No. DETAILS INFORMATION New design relief valve ‘CE’ marking 1245...
(Fig 1.1) is a fully portable pneumatic camera mount with self contained pump. It is suitable for use either outdoors or in a studio and is designed to accept the Vinten lightweight pan and tilt heads. The pedestal has a central telescopic column, part of which may be raised or lowered during operation.
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Telescopic column The telescopic column consists of: An outer tube An elevation tube A tank assembly Outer tube The outer tube (14) forms the bottom section of the telescopic column. Its lower end fits into the centre casting of the skid assembly, where it is secured by the skid clamp (10).
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View valve is set to the 'Pump' position movement of the tank assembly relative to the elevation tube causes the ram cylinder to operate as a pump. When the tank assembly is raised air at atmospheric pressure is drawn into the ram cylinder through a non-return valve in the head of the piston.
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To identify components, please refer to 1.1. For further operating instructions, please refer to Vision Pedestal Operators Guide, Publication Part No. 3320-8. Assembling the pedestal The Vision Pedestal is supplied with the column and skid separated and must be assembled before operation.
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fully slacken the skid clamp (10). On the telescopic column depress the top stage (17) to its lowest point and engage the safety latch (2). Ensure the bottom clamp (15) is engaged and the control valve (18) is set to the 'Work' position (Fig...
Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Pressurizing the pedestal WARNING!: The Vision Pedestal is fitted with a pressure relief valve as a safeguard against over-pressurization. Do not attempt to adjust the pressure relief valve. Initial pressurization WARNING!: A pressurized pedestal will rise rapidly when the safety catch is released. Do not release the safety catch when pedestal is pressurized and balancing load is not installed.
Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Depress the steering ring slightly, release the safety latch and allow the tank assembly to rise under hand restraint. Try the balance of the load and adjust the pressure if necessary. If the load is to remain static at a fixed height for any length of time, engage the top clamp (4).
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Top stage The top stage of the column has an on-shot stroke of 414 mm (16.3 in.) and the load can be moved over this distance, in balance, by raising or lowering the steering ring. A clamp is provided for the top stage.
Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View 18.4 With the fixed leg of the pedestal facing forward the pedestal can now be moved around with a 'steering-type' motion. Transportation and storage The column and skid may be separated to facilitate transport or storage. To separate the column and skid: 20.1 Lower the elevation tube as far as possible.
Castor wheel installation Consumable materials The following consumable materials are required for certain procedures in Sections 4 and 5. NOTE: Adhesives and lubricants are not supplied by Vinten Broadcast Ltd and should be obtained under local arrangements Item Part No.
Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Routine checks Check the following points during normal use: Check for ageing and cracking of the rubber securing straps and renew if necessary. Check the effectiveness of the top and bottom clamp. Check for radial or side play in the top stage.
Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Bottom clamp adjustment When applied finger-tight, the ‘V’ notch on the bottom clamp knob should be within the limits shown. To adjust the bottom clamp (Fig 4.1): Tighten the clamp finger-tight. Remove the hole plug (1).
Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Elimination of radial and side play on the top stage To eliminate radial and side play in the top stage (Fig 4.2): 10.1 Remove the load from the pedestal (See “Removing a load” on page 18.).
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View appearance of bubbles. If there are no bubbles, the leak is internal and the telescopic column must be dismantled for further investigation (Section 5). In the event of visible leaks, proceed as follows: WARNING!: This pedestal is pressurized to a maximum of 9.6 bar (140 psi)).
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Section 5 Repair Contents Para General................1 Disassembly Column Tank assembly...
Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Disassembly and assembly of the various components is carried out in conjunction with figures in the Illustrated Parts List (Section WARNING!: This pedestal is pressurized to a maximum of 9.6 bar (140 psi)). Do not dis- assemble or interfere with any component in the pressure system without proper authority.
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Remove four retaining screws (2), rubber washers (4), washers (5) and Nyloc nuts (6) which secure the steering ring (3) to the top tank plate and remove steering ring. Discard Nyloc nuts and renew during assembly.
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View 4.18 Apply short pieces of adhesive tape or similar non-abrasive marking to tank top plate and tank tube to indicate orientation for assembly. 4.19 Remove four countersunk socket head screws (43) from the tank top plate (48) and remove tank tube.
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Prise hole plug (7) out of clamp knob (4), remove screw (6) and washer (5) and take off clamp knob. Unscrew spindle (3) from outer tube. Remove the top housing covers (25) by springing the sides apart and pulling them away from the outer tube.
10.6 Withdraw track locking pin from the wheel lock housing complete with spring (10). Assembly Column WARNING!: All seals and screws that are disturbed must be replaced with genuine Vinten seals and screws. Tank assembly To assemble the tank tube (Fig 6.2):...
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View 11.6 Prime tapped hole in tank top plate and grub screw (27) with Loctite primer 'T'. 11.7 Insert spring (28) into hole and fit grub screw (27) flush to tank top plate using Loctite 542 as sealant.
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View 12.2 If roller housings have been removed from elevation tube ensure that grub screws (Fig 6.3 item 10) are removed. 12.3 Ensure top clamp (Fig 6.3 item 26) is in the disengaged position and lay the telescopic column horizontally with the top clamp downwards.
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View 14.10 Stand column assembly on face of tank tube top plate. 14.11 Referring to Fig 6.3 fit spacer (18), new 'O' ring (21), washer (23) and filter (22). 14.12 Install retaining plate (20) and secure with four screws (19). 14.13 Slacken bottom clamp and lift outer tube about 50mm (2in.).
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View 15.4 Assemble column to skid (Section 15.5 Adjust skid clamp lever (Section Skid NOTE: Assembly of both types of skid is covered in the following procedure with reference to variations as they occur. To assemble the skid: 16.1 Assemble track locks (if fitted) (Para...
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View 20.4 Fit leg retaining strap (3). To assemble the castors (studio skid) (Fig 6.5): 21.1 Degrease thread on castor assembly (19). 21.2 Fit wheel lock housing (20) to castor assembly and assemble to leg with washer (7) and slotted nut (6).
List......... . . 52 Introduction This parts list is issued for the Vision Pedestal, Type 3320, manufactured by VINTEN BROADCAST LIMITED, Western Way, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk, IP33 3TB, England.
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Page Page Page View Main assembly part numbers Ensure that the correct part number is quoted when ordering main assemblies. Assembly Part No. OB Pedestal (Complete) 3320-3B Studio Pedestal (Complete) 3320-3C OB Skid 3319-3B Studio Skid 3319-3C Telescopic Column 3320-11...
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View VISPED01 Fig 6.1 Vision Pedestal...
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Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.1 Vision Pedestal Item Part Nomenclature 3330-16 100 mm levelling bowl adaptor 3320-11 Pedestal assembly, comprising: Top stage (Fig 6.1) Elevation tube (Fig 6.2) Outer tube (Fig 6.2) 3319-3B OB skid (Fig 6.3)
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View VISPED05 Fig 6.2 Vision Pedestal Top Stage (Sheet 1)
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View VISPED02 Fig 6.2 Vision Pedestal Top Stage (Sheet 2)
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Fig 6.2 Vision Pedestal - Top Stage Item Part Nomenclature 3360-16 100 mm levelling bowl adaptor (includes item 9) M006-917 Screw, skt csk hd, M5 x 20 mm lg 3320-212* Steering wheel 3320-257* Switchover shaft operation label 3328-389* Warning label 3320-235 Rubber washer...
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Fig 6.2 Vision Pedestal - Top Stage (Cont) Item Part Nomenclature R900H026* ‘O’ ring, 10.4 mm OD x 5.6 mm ID x 2.4 mm sect 3320-17 Piston rod assembly, comprising: R900H052* ‘O’ ring, 12 mm ID x 3 mm sect 3320-234 Piston valve R900H026* ‘O’...
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View VISPED04 Fig 6.3 Vision Pedestal - Elevation Tube...
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Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.3 Vision Pedestal - Elevation Tube Item Part Nomenclature 3320-264 Wiper 3320-14 Tank tube clamp assembly L800-040 Spirol pin, 1/8 in. dia x 3/4 in. lg 3320-247 Catch M005-716 Screw, skt cap hd, M4 x 8 mm lg...
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View VISPED03 Fig 6.4 Vision Pedestal - Outer Tube...
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Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.4 Vision Pedestal - Outer Tube Item Part Nomenclature 3320-21 Clamp assembly 3320-296 Shim (thick) 3320-218 Clamp knob spindle 3320-217 Clamp knob M601-006 Washer, M4, shakeproof M005-718 Screw, skt cap hd, M4 x 12 mm lg...
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Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View VIS_SKID Fig 6.5 Vision Pedestal - Skid...
Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.5 Vision Pedestal - Skid ITEM PART STUDIO NOMENCLATURE 3319-3B 3319-3C 3423-22 Serial No. label - lightweight skid 3319-206 Centre casting, upper 3313-216 Strap, foot support M005-004 Screw, Pozi pan hd, M4 x 10 mm lg 3319-201 Foot support M500-134...
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