Miller Camera Support DS5 User Manual

DS5 Operators Manual  
2. Mount Your Camera  
Cleaning  
1/4” and pin adaptor  
carriage  
The DS5 is equipped with a Quick  
release plate housing a removable _” &  
pin carriage. The _” & pin carriage is  
captive in the plate and is the standard  
mounting method for palmcorders and  
lightweight MiniDV camcorders.  
WARNING: Do not immerse a fluid head in any liquid.  
WARNING: Do not use stiff brushes, abrasives or solvents.  
Camera plate  
Pan handle clamp  
Quick release  
Pan handle  
The DS10 (DS20) fluid head features protective coatings, dust and  
moisture seals and anti-corrosive fittings to ensure long and  
trouble-free operation in harshest of location environments. To  
ensure optimum performance throughout the life of the head Miller  
recommends regular cleaning.  
2.1Lock PAN and TILT LOCKS (rotate  
both levers clockwise until firm).  
When the fluid head has been used in harsh environments (such as  
sand, mud or salt water spray), wipe over with a soft damp cloth as  
soon as possible. Use a soft brush to clean crevices. Remove and  
clean CAMERA PLATE.  
2.2Remove CAMERA PLATE from  
CAMERA PLATFORM by unlocking  
SLIDE LOCK. The rear of the Camera  
plate (with captive _” & pin) will flip  
out of the platform.  
Storage  
2.3 Attach CAMERA PLATE by fastening  
CAMERA SCREW & locating pin into  
camera’s base. N.B. there is about  
20mm of sliding movement on the  
camera plate to allow for optimum  
Centre of Gravity (CofG) placement  
of the camera on the fluid head.  
Bubble level  
When storing for extended periods: clean fluid head and store in a  
safe, dry place, away from direct sunlight. The fluid heads can be  
stored horizontally or upright. However, it is not advisable to store  
the head for extended periods with the tilt locked in an extreme  
position, either forward or backward.  
75mm claw ball  
2.5Attach camera to fluid head by  
inserting the camera plate (front first)  
into the space in the platform, then  
push the camera plate down into the  
rear to engage the locking  
Maintenance  
With the exception of cleaning, the DS10/ DS20 fluid head does not  
require additional maintenance. Miller recommends periodic  
servicing by a Miller Authorised Agent. Miller Authorised Service  
Agents must carry out all service and repair work. Failure to  
observe this requirement may void warranty.  
Clamp nut  
mechanism. The camera plate should  
be securely held in the platform by  
pushing the yellow locking lever  
(beneath the platform) until it is tight.  
3
Technical Data  
Warranty  
Specifications – DS5 Fluid Head  
Description  
Miller offers a comprehensive parts and labour warranty with all it’s  
camera support products. For complete details please refer to the warranty  
card enclosed or contact your nearest Miller sales or service centre.  
DS10 (#182)  
1.7kg (3.4lb)  
Weight  
Maximum Load  
Mounting Standard  
Pan/Tilt System  
Tilt Angle  
2.5kg (5lb) approx  
75mm ball levelling  
True Fluid Drag  
Service, Sales & Support  
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  
your nearest authorised Miller sales or service centre, please visit our  
+90°/-70°  
Camera Plate  
Sliding Quick Release  
_” screw & pin carriage  
12mm Vert/Hor. Adjust  
-40°/+65°C (-40°/+140°F)  
Attachment System  
Pan Handle  
For information about the complete range of Miller camera support  
products, or to find the address of your nearest authorised Miller sales  
Temperature range  
Spare Parts  
ITEM  
ITEM NO.  
DS5 Camera Plate – with #493 carriage  
Camera Carriage 1/4” and pin  
Pan Handle to suit DS5  
#487  
#493  
MILLER FLUID HEADS (Australia)  
30 Hotham Parade, Artarmon, Sydney  
NSW 2064 Australia  
Tel: +61 2 9439 6377  
Fax: +61 2 9438 2819  
MILLER CAMERA SUPPORT (LLC)  
216 Little Falls Road, Cedar Grove,  
New Jersey 07009 USA  
Tel: (973) 857 8300  
Fax: (973) 857 8188  
#686  
Pan Handle to suit DS 10 w/handle carrier  
Pan Handle to suit DS20  
#679  
#688  
Pan Handle Clamp  
P3436  
P2321  
MILLER FLUID HEADS (Europe)  
Unit 21 Ford Lane Business Park  
Ford Lane, Nr, Arundel, West Sussex,  
BN18 OUZ United Kingdom  
MILLER TRIPODS Canada  
1055 Granville Street  
Vancouver BC V6Z1L4, Canada  
Tel: (604) 685 4654  
Clamp nut  
Tel: +44 (0)1243 555 255  
Fax: +44(0)1243 555 001  
Fax: (604) 685 5648  
D9998 – August 2003 – Issue 1  

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