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Operators Guide
Fusion FP-188
and FPH-188
Manual and Robotic
Pedestals and Height Drives
FP-188/FPH-188 Pedestals and Height Drives
Part Nos. V3952-0003
V4048-0003
V4049-0003
V4048-0004
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Fusion
FP-188 and FPH-188
Manual and Robotic
Pedestals and Height Drives
Operators Guide
Publication Part No. V3952-4985
Issue 3
November 2011
Published by
Vitec Group Videocom Division
Technical Publications Department
William Vinten Building
Western Way
Bury St Edmunds
Suffolk IP33 3TB
UK
Email: [email protected]
Copyright © 2011 The Vitec Group plc
All rights reserved throughout the world. No part of this
document may be stored in a retrieval system, transmitted,
copied or reproduced in any way, including, but not limited
to, photocopy, photograph, magnetic or other record
without the prior agreement and permission in writing of
the Vitec Group plc.
Trademark acknowledgements
Vinten Radamec Broadcast Robotics™, Vinten™ and
Quickfix
®
are registered trademarks of the Vitec Group plc.
Disclaimer
Camera Dynamics Limited reserves the right, without notice,
to revise this documentation and make changes in content
from time to time without obligation to provide notification of
such revision or change. Revised documentation may be
obtainable from Vinten Radamec or downloadable from the
website (www.vintenradamec.com). 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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Safety instructions
Please read this Operators Guide carefully
before attempting to operate the product.
Retain this guide for future reference.
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 fully understand how to
operate it.
Power sources
Connect the product to a power
supply of the type and voltage
rating described in the ‘Technical
data’ section of this Operators
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.
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 and competent personnel.
Contact Vinten Radamec to
arrange servicing of this product.
!
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.
Connections
Turn OFF before connecting or
disconnecting any equipment or
making any adjustments to the
camera or associated equipment.
Safety when working with robotic
equipment
In normal operation remote-controlled
equipment 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. The safe operating zone is a minimum
of 1 m (3 ft). Do not operate robotic equipment
if you cannot see it.
Cables
Always ensure that all power and auxiliary
communications cables are routed so that
they do not present any danger to personnel.
Take care when routing cables in areas where
robotic equipment is in use.
OFF
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Warning symbols
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.
READ INSTRUCTIONS
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.
Usage
These products are designed for use within
television studios to support a payload
weighing up to 85 kg (187.4 lb). The total
payload must not be exceeded. The FPH-188
and FPH-188 VR height drives can be moved
manually, while the FP-188 and FP-188 VR
pedestals allow operators to remotely control
their movements and positioning around the
studio.
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.
!
CAUTION
finger trap
!
Disposing of used electrical
and electronic equipment
When you see this symbol on a
Vinten Radamec product, it
indicates that this product must
not be disposed of with
household waste. In some
countries/EC regions, separate
collection systems have been
set up to handle electrical and electronic waste
products. This product must be disposed of at a
collection point for the recycling of electrical and
electronic equipment. For more information, visit
www.vintenradamec.com.
By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly,
you will help protect human health and conserve
natural resources and the environment.
WARNING!
1. DO NOT attempt to use
this product if you do
not fully understand
how to operate it.
2. DO NOT use this
product for any other
purpose than that
specified in the Usage
statement.
3. Maintenance beyond
that detailed in this
Operators Guide must
be performed only by
competent personnel.
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Declaration of Conformity
In respect of the following equipment manufactured by Camera Dynamics Limited:
manufactured in accordance with the following European Directives:
EU Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC
EU EMC Directive 89/336/EEC
EU Pressure Equipment Directive 97/23/EEC
by application of the following Harmonised Standards:
Model Part no. Description
Fusion FP-188 V3952-0003 Manual and robotic pedestal
Fusion FP-188 VR V4048-0003 Manual and robotic pedestal
Fusion FPH-188 V4049-0003 Manual and robotic height drive
Fusion FPH-188 VR V4048-0004 Manual and robotic height drive
EN 61000-6-4:2001 Electromagnetic compatibility-Part 6-4: Generic - Emission
standards for industrial environments.
EN61000-6-2:2001 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 6-2: Generic -
Immunity standards for industrial environments.
EN 61000-3-2:2000 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Part 3-2: Limits - Limits
for harmonic current emissions (equipment input current up to
and including 16A per phase.
EN 61000-3-3:1995
(+A1)
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 3: Limits -
Limitation of voltage changes voltage fluctuations and flicker
in public low voltage supply systems (for equipment with rated
current <=16A per phase and not subject to conditional
connection).
EN 60065:2002 Audio, video and similar electronic apparatus - Safety
requirements.
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Technical data
Data characteristics that only apply to some of the equipment covered in this Operators Guide
are clearly marked in the following list.
Physical data
Payload capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85 kg (187.4 lb)
FP-188 pedestal weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .130 kg (286.6 lb)
FPH-188 height drive weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .130 kg (286.6 lb)
Trim weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 kg (6.6 lb)
Min. height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .660 mm (26 in.)
Max. height. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1430 mm (56.3 in.)
Ground clearance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 mm (0.75 in.)
Doorway tracking width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800 mm (31.5 in.)
Wheel diameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 mm (6.3 in.)
Steering ring diameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .635 mm (25 in.)
Temperature range (operation). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0°C to +40°C (+32°F to +104°F)
Degrees of freedom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 DOF (X/Y/Z; except FPH-188, Z only)
FP-188 pedestal base movement data
Max. floor speed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300 mm/s (11.8 in./s)
Min. floor speed setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 mm/s (1 in./s)
Orientation accuracy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Less than 0.75° (subject to floor)
Pedestal travel accuracy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0.5% of total floor run (subject to floor)
Repeatability. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . X,Y = ±1.5% (e.g. ±100 mm after running a
36 m triangular test pattern)
Resolution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .X,Y = <1 mm
Column movement data
On-shot stroke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 770 mm (30.3 in.)
Max. working pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17.5 bar (255 psi)
Max. relief valve pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18.9 bar (275 psi)
Max. column speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 mm/s (5.9 in./s)
Min. column speed setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 mm/s (0.4 in./s)
Height drive accuracy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .±0.75 mm (±0.03 in.)
Repeatability. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Z = ±0.5 mm
Resolution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Z = <1 mm
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Electrical data
Power consumption (peak). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 750 W
Power consumption (average) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 W
Supply V (mains) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Autoranging 90–240V, 50/60 Hz AC
Power output socket (Head). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90–240V (supply V), 100 W
Power output socket (Aux) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90–240V (supply V), 50 W
Technical specifications are
subject to change without notice.
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Contents
Page
Safety – read this first . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Safety when working with the product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Safety when working with robotic equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Warning symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Usage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Disposing of used electrical and electronic equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Technical data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Components and connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Introduction and description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Column. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Base. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
FP-188/FP-188 VR pedestal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
FPH-188/FPH-188 VR height drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
VR capability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Steering mechanism checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Pressurising the pedestal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Pressurising from an external pressure source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Pressurising the pedestal using a portable pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Fitting the load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Balancing the load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Electrical connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Power sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Ethernet ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Connecting power and Ethernet to the Fusion head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
FVR interface connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
USB configuration port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Servo configuration port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Setting the pedestal number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Parking brake. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Using the column lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Cable clamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Cable guard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
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Height adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Switching on. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Selecting manual or robotic mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Movement indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Emergency stops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Collision detection (FP-188 only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Adjusting bumper sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Referencing the studio datum position (FP-188 only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Transportation and storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Cleaning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Accessing the wheels and datum reference sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Routine checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Parts list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Main assemblies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Upgrade kits. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Optional accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
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Components and connectors
Fig. 1 Fusion FP-188 Pedestal (South East view)
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[1] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pressure gauge
[2] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Head mounting plate
[3] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Schrader valve and cap
[4] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Emergency stop button
[5] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Weight tray
[6] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Column lock
[7] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Lifting handles
[8] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alignment sensor/wheel access panel
[9] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Automatic/manual steering mode knob
[10] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bumper strip/collision detection
[11] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bumper manual reset
[12] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cable guard lowering buttons
[13] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bumper sensitivity potentiometer
[14] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trim weight stowage (with trim weights, 6 off)
[15] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cable clamps
[16] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Power box (see Fig. 2)
[17] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CRAB/STEER mode changeover knob
[18] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Parking brake slider
[19] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Steering ring
[38] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Column bearing strip (3 per stage)
[39] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Double castor wheels (non-driven, 2 off)
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[21] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Screw guides
[22] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Power ON/OFF switch
[23] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cable clamp
[24] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ethernet port (Network OUT to Head)
[25] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Power output socket 90–240V, 100 W (Head)
[26] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Power output socket 90–240V, 50 W (Aux)
[27] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FVR connector
[28] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .For future use
[29] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fuse
[30] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ethernet port (Network IN, floor cable)
[31] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Power socket (mains)
Note that connectors [27] and [28] are not available on the FP-188 and FPH-188.
Fig. 2 Fusion VR Power box connectors
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22
21
21
28
27
26 25
24
29
30
31
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[20] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Manual/automatic height mode knob
[32] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Moving column
[33] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Driven double-wheel sets (2 off)
[34] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . USB configuration port (with cover plug)
[35] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Servo configuration port (with cover plug)
[36] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pedestal movement indicator (3 off)
[37] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cable (height mode) release button
[39] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Double castor (non-driven wheels, 2 off)
Fig. 3 Fusion FP-188 Pedestal (North West view)
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15
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17
18
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33
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39
34
35
33
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36
37
32
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Introduction and description
This Operators Guide describes how to set up and operate the Fusion FP-188 range of
pedestals and FPH-188 range of height drives, including the FP-188 and FP-188 VR pedestals
and the FPH-188 and FPH-188 VR height drives.
The FP-188 pedestals and FPH-188 height drives have been designed for seamless integration
with all Fusion pan and tilt heads and Vinten Radamec Control Systems (VRC). Additionally, the
FP-188 VR and FPH-188 VR are designed to work with the Fusion Virtual Reality (FVR) box
(part no. V4078-1001).
Each product within the Fusion FP-188 range of pedestals comprises a central two-stage,
telescopic column mounted in a moveable base. The bases of the FP-188 and FP-188 VR
pedestals are motorised, while the FPH-188 base contains no drive mechanisms and can only
be moved manually.
The pedestals and height drives can be operated manually by a camera operator within the
studio or remotely operated in robotic mode from a Fusion control system. Pedestals and height
drives have a maximum payload capacity of 85 kg (187.4 lb).
Column
The telescopic column [32] is pressurised from an external pressure source. Six trim weights are
provided to allow the operator to easily compensate for pressure variation caused by temperature
variations in the studio. Controls on the column comprise a manual/robotic height mode knob [20],
height drive disengagement knob [37] and a column lock [6], which locks the column in the fully-
depressed position. The pedestal is provided with a standard four-bolt mounting interface [2].
Base
FP-188/FP-188 VR pedestal
The base is carried on four sets of wheels ([33], [39]), two of which are driven and two free-
wheeling, mounted on a flexible chassis to accommodate uneven floors. A height-adjustable
cable guard is provided, which can be lowered by depressing the cable guard buttons [12]
located near each corner of the base. The guard can then be raised in predefined increments
as required. Stowage for the trim weights [14], emergency stop buttons [4], lifting handles [7]
and a wheel brake slider [18] are provided on the upper surface of the base. Rotary knobs allow
the operator to switch between conventional and crab steering [17] and manual and robotic
operation [9].
The cable clamps [15], main power switch [22] and both power ([25], [26], [31]) and data
connections ([24], [27], [28], [30]) can all be found on the South side (rear) of the base, with a
USB configuration port [34] located on the North side (front) of the base. The bumper strip [10]
running around the pedestal base contains collision detection sensors which arrest movement
on contact with an obstacle.
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FPH-188/FPH-188 VR height drive
The base is carried on four sets of wheels [33] mounted on a flexible chassis to accommodate
uneven floors. A height-adjustable cable guard is provided, which can be lowered by
depressing the cable guard buttons [12] located near each corner of the base. The guard can
then be raised in predefined increments as required. Stowage for the trim weights [14],
emergency stop buttons [4], lifting handles [7] and a wheel brake slider [18] are provided on the
upper surface of the base. Rotary knob allows the operator to switch between conventional and
crab steering [17] and manual and robotic operation [9].
The FPH-188 height drive can be upgraded to a full FP-188 pedestal. This upgrade must be
carried out by suitably trained and qualified engineers, either at an authorised repair workshop
or on site.
VR capability
The FP-188 VR pedestal is designed to integrate with studio VR systems, transmitting positional
(X,Y) and height (Z) data to the FVR box mounted on the head. The FPH-188 VR height drive
only transmits height (Z) data to the FVR box. The data received by the FVR box is processed
and fed back with other head and lens data (PTZF) to the studio VR system.
A Fusion FP-188 pedestal or FPH-188 height drive can be converted to the VR version through
the use of an upgrade kit, which includes new VR power and control boxes to be fitted in the
base of the pedestal.
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Installation
Unpacking
Unpack the pedestal ensuring that all transport packing and retaining fixings are removed,
including the Velcro strap (part no. 3320-268) securing the column lock.
Steering mechanism checks
1. Rotate the CRAB/STEER knob [17] anti-clockwise to select CRAB (x4 wheels) and
turn the steering ring [19], until CRAB mode engages. Check that the pedestal
“crabs” correctly, freely moving as directed by the steering ring without any rotation
of the pedestal base.
2. Rotate the CRAB/STEER knob [17] clockwise to select STEER (x1 wheel) and turn
the steering ring [19], until it locks in position and STEER mode engages. Check that
the pedestal turns freely, rotated by the locked steering ring.
Pressurising the pedestal
The pedestal or height drive may be pressurised from an external pressure source (see page 20)
or by using a portable pump (see page 21). Six trim weights are provided for compensation of
pressure variation.
A correctly pressurised pedestal will balance its payload—allowing movement over the full on-
shot stroke of the moving column with minimum effort—and maintain its position when the
steering ring is released. The balance can be adjusted by adding/removing trim weights to/from
the weight tray pockets [5] or by venting some of the internal pressure.
WARNING!
1. Heavy – DO NOT lift the pedestal unaided. This product weighs
up to 130 kg (286.6 lb).
2. DO NOT lift the pedestal by the steering ring—use the lifting
handles on top of the pedestal base.
3. DO NOT release the column lock, if the pedestal pressure
exceeds 7.2 bar (105 psi) without a balancing load installed.
Reduce pressure as necessary using the Schrader valve cap.
CAUTION! This pedestal must be pressurised with nitrogen or clean, dry air only to
prevent internal corrosion.
CAUTION! Do not reduce pedestal pressure below 3.5 bar (50 psi). This ensures
that the elevating mechanism remains in tension, preventing damage to
the pedestal.
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Ascertain the payload to be fitted to the pedestal (payload = pan and tilt head, camera, lens and
any other ancillary equipment). Referring to the balance graph (Fig. 4) mark the payload on the
horizontal axis, then strike a vertical line from the load figure to the balance line. At the
intersecting point strike a horizontal line to the vertical axis and read off the required pressure.
The pedestal pressure must not exceed 7.2 bar (105 psi), check the pressure before fitting the
pan and tilt head (refer to Fitting the load on page 21 for more details).
WARNING!
DO NOT pressurise the pedestal beyond the maximum safe working
pressure indicated by the leading edge of the red sector on the gauge.
Fig. 4 Balance graph
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Fusion FP-188 Pedestals Balance Graph
Maximum payload 85 kg (187.4 lb)
<17.5 bar
255 psi
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Pressurising from an external pressure source
A pressure-reducing valve must be fitted between the gas cylinder and the outlet connection of
the hose. The maximum pressure on the outlet side of the reducing valve must not exceed
18.9 bar (275 psi).
To pressurise the pedestal from an external pressure source, proceed as follows:
1. Set the column lock [6] to the ON position and fully depress the moving column [32]
until the column lock engages (Fig. 5).
2. Rotate the steering ring [19], so that the pressure gauge [1] is visible through the
window (remove a trim weight, if necessary).
3. Remove the Schrader valve cap [3] and connect the charging line from the pressure
source.
4. Turn on the pressure supply and slowly increase the pedestal pressure to the
required pressure. Do not exceed the maximum working pressure indicated by the
leading edge of the red sector on the gauge [1].
5. Disconnect the charging line, but do not refit the Schrader valve cap [3] at this stage.
WARNING!
DO NOT adjust the pressure relief valve. Personal injury and pedestal
damage may occur.
Fig. 5 Column lock
(a) locked/ON position, (b) unlocking/OFF position
WARNING!
DO NOT exceed 7.2 bar (105 psi) without a balancing load installed.
(a)
(b)
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Pressurising the pedestal using a portable pump
A portable pump (part no. 3357-21) is available to pressurise the pedestal manually. To
pressurise the pedestal using a pump, proceed as follows:
1. Set the column lock [6] to the ON position and fully depress the moving column [4],
until the column lock engages (see Using the column lock on page 26).
2. Rotate the steering ring [19] so that the pressure gauge [1] is visible through the
window (remove a trim weight, if necessary).
3. Remove the Schrader valve cap [3].
4. Set up the pump following the manufacturer’s instructions. Connect the hose to the
charging valve on the pedestal.
5. Using full, steady strokes pressurise the pedestal to the required pressure. Do not
exceed the maximum working pressure indicated by the leading edge of the red
sector on the gauge [1].
6. Disconnect the hose from the pedestal charging valve, but do not refit the Schrader
valve cap at this stage. Remove the pump.
Fitting the load
The pedestal is fitted with a standard Vinten four-bolt mounting plate [2] for direct mounting of
Fusion pan and tilt heads or for use with a Quickfix adaptor. The mounting bolts are captive in
the pedestal and the bolt heads are accessible from the underside of the mounting plate when
the column is fully extended.
Directly mounting a Fusion head to the pedestal or height drive
To fit the pan and tilt head and payload, proceed as follows:
1. Rotate the steering ring [19] so that the pressure gauge [1] is visible through the
viewing window (remove a trim weight, if necessary).
WARNING!
1. DO NOT release the column lock, if the pedestal pressure exceeds
7.2 bar (105 psi) without a balancing load installed. Reduce as
necessary, using the Schrader valve cap.
2. DO NOT lean over the pedestal. A pressurised pedestal could rise
rapidly when the column lock is released. ALWAYS restrain the
column by hand pressure on the weight tray.
CAUTION! Do not reduce pedestal pressure below 3.5 bar (50 psi). This ensures
that the elevating mechanism remains in tension, preventing damage to
the pedestal.
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