Orion - Tripod Proaim - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Geared Head
Brand	Proaim
Model	Orion (P-OGR-H)
Construction	CNC Machined
Maximum Load Capacity	25 kg (55 lb)
Base Compatibility	100mm Bowl and Mitchell Base
Pan Control	Crank with Speed Adjustment Lever
Tilt Control	Crank with Speed Adjustment Knob
Locking Mechanism	Separate Pan and Tilt Locks
Speed Control	Variable via Levers (Pan) and Knob (Tilt)
Included Accessories	Pan and Tilt Cranks, 100mm Bowl Base, Allen Key
Safety Features	Locking Knobs, Neutral Speed Setting, Crank Removal for Transport
Warranty	1 Year from Purchase Date
Recommended Use	Professional and Independent Filmmaking
Camera Compatibility	Cameras up to 25 kg
Pan and Tilt Range	Full Rotation (Pan), Variable Tilt (Not Specified)
Care Instructions	Tighten Knobs, Lock Axes During Mounting, Remove Cranks for Transport
Replacement Parts	Available at Nominal Cost After Warranty
Technical Support	Online via Sales Representative

Frequently Asked Questions - Orion Proaim

How do I mount the Orion geared head onto a tripod?

To mount the head, screw the stud into the 100mm bowl base attached to the head and tighten it properly. Then, mount the head onto any compatible tripod and lock it with the tightening knob. For Mitchell base, use the provided allen key to remove the 100mm bowl base and mount directly onto a Mitchell tripod.

What is the maximum camera weight the Orion head can support?

The Proaim Orion geared head is designed for cameras weighing under 25 kg (55 lb). Exceeding this limit may cause damage or instability.

How do I adjust the pan and tilt speed?

For pan speed, press the lever button and pull the panning crank to adjust. For tilt speed, adjust the tilting knob. The speed mode is controlled by these levers for smooth and precise movement.

Can I use pan and tilt independently?

Yes. Loosen both panning and tilting locking knobs to use both axes simultaneously. To use only one function, lock the other direction knob.

How do I convert from 100mm bowl to Mitchell base?

Loosen the bolts with the provided allen key and remove the 100mm bowl base. Then mount the Orion head directly onto a Mitchell tripod stand and lock it with the tightening knob.

What safety precautions should I take when using the head?

Always lock the gear head when setting up, secure the camera with tilt axis locked and pan neutral, never leave knobs loose, and remove hand cranks/wheels before transport. Set pan and tilt levers to low or neutral speed for transport.

What is covered under the warranty?

Proaim offers a 1-year warranty from the date of purchase covering defects in materials or craftsmanship under normal use. Shipping costs for return are not covered, and incidental damages are not included. Replacement parts after warranty are at nominal cost plus shipping.

How do I transport the Orion geared head safely?

Remove hand cranks/wheels, loosen all locks, set both pan and tilt levers to low or neutral speed, and then transport carefully to prevent damage.

Is the Orion head compatible with other tripod brands?

Yes, it is compatible with tripods that have a 100mm bowl or Mitchell base. Ensure the tripod can support the load capacity of the head and camera.

What should I do if I encounter problems with the head?

Contact your sales representative or Proaim via email for technical assistance. Do not send the unit without prior authorization. Proaim aims to ensure 100% customer satisfaction.

USER MANUAL Orion Proaim

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Orion Geared Head

(P-OGR-H)

Instruction Manual

PROAIM

CINEMA SERIES

At Proaim, our goal is to ensure 100% Customer Satisfaction in all that we do.

We back our sales with a 1 year warranty from the date of purchase and work hard to resolve any problems in the unlikely event one should arise.

With our commitment to continuous improvement and your Feedback, building on our reputation of providing affordable, quality products is PRIORITY #1.

Table of Contents

Subject Page

Foreword 3

Introduction 4

Safety Hints 5

Assembling 5-7

Warranty 9

■ Welcome To Proaim!

Dear Client,

On behalf of all the people that work so hard to provide you with the most up-to-date, flexible and cost-efficient production gear, we would like to welcome you into the Proaim family.

By purchasing your Proaim Orion geared head, you have just joined a host of designers, engineers, machinists, assembly, customer service and office staff that take great pride in all that they do. Our mantra of continuous improvement has been the guiding principle of how we conduct our business since day one.

Once you have the opportunity to experience your new Proaim Orion geared head, we hope you will agree that we craft quality products at a competitive price. Products designed to meet and exceed the standards of today's real production world.

Standards set by our valued clients and standards we strive to maintain.

With Best Wishes, Proaim Team

Introduction

Orion Geared head precisely controls your camera's orientation while offering immensely stable, smooth and balanced shots. This CNC constructed gear head is perceptively designed for independent and professional filmmakers & is perfect for numerous professional cameras. It can be installed on existing tripod with provided 100mm Bowl and Mitchell Base. It includes a locking mechanism that allows to use panning & tilting function together or separately as per your requirement. This geared head is perfect for any camera weighing under 25kg/55lb.

What's In The Box

Please inspect the contents of your shipped package to ensure you have received

Safety Hints

ATTENTION: PLEASE READ THIS BEFORE USING TO PREVENT SERIOUS DAMAGE TO THE GEAR!

BE HIGHLY VIGILANT WHILE PLACING

Gear Head must be carefully locked while setting-up on any equipment.

DO NOT FORGET TO SECURE THE CAMERA

While mounting camera on Gear Head, lock Tilt Axis and keep Pan Axis on neutral position.

NEVER LEAVE THE KNOBS LOOSE

Always tighten the locking knobs properly for giving security to camera setup.

CAREFUL WHILE TRANSFERING

While you wish to transport the head, don't forget to remove Hand Cranks/Wheels. Loosen all locks and set both Pan and Tilt levers in Low or Neutral speed.

FOLLOWING THESE GUIDELINES WILL PROVIDE BETTER SHOTS AND TROUBLE-FREE OPERATION.

SHOULD YOU NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE IS AVAILABLE 'ONLINE' BY CONTACTING YOUR SALES REPRESENTATIVE

Assembling

- Screw-in the Stud into 100mm Bowl base attached to Orion Geared Head and tighten it properly. Then, mount Gear Head onto any compatible Tripod stand and lock accurately with Tightening Knob.

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- Now insert both Panning & Tilting Cranks on Orion Geared Head and tighten the knobs to secure them appropriately.

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- In order to use both Panning & Tilting Axis simultaneously, loosen both Panning & Tilting locking knobs.

NOTE: To use only one function, lock the other direction knob.

Speed Control Mechanism

NOTE: Adjust the speed of Cranks by controlling Speed Mode through Levers.

- To control speed of Pan Direction, press the lever button and pull Panning Crank.

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• To control speed of Tilt Direction, adjust the Tilting Knob.

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- Finally, mount your camera setup and tighten the knob.

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To Use With Mitchell Base

- Loosen the bolts and remove 100mm Bowl base by provided allen key. Then, mount Orion Geared Head on Mitchell Tripod stand and lock it accurately with Tightening Knob.

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YOUR PROAIM ORION GEARED HEAD ALL DRESSED UP AND READY TO GO!

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WARRANTY

We offer a one year warranty for our products from the date of purchase.

We will repair or replace your product, free of charge, in the event of a defect in materials or craftsmanship obtained during normal use or handling based on the user manual. Please note that we will not cover any shipping costs for returning the product to us. If any VAT or import duties are applied to the return, we will also charge these costs to the customer.

The warranty does not include, by the way of example, damage caused by products that we do not supply or from mishandling in transit, accident, misuse, neglect, lack of care of the product, or service by anyone other than our company.

We are not liable for incidental or consequential damages resulting from the use of the unit or occurring due to any breach of this warranty.

Replacement parts of the product will be provided at nominal cost (covering the cost price of the replacement parts only) to the customers after the Warranty Period has expired. We will cover

the complete cost of sending replacement parts within the warranty period. After that, Nominal cost of the product & Actual shipping cost will be charged.

Do not send the unit to us without first getting a response and getting the approval to send back the item.

In case of any kind of dissatisfaction, we urge you to Contact us immediately and we shall do our Best to help you out. For any other assistance you can reach us via email.

For any other assistance you can reach us via email.