Miller Camera Support Equipment Unveils arrow^X Series

Miller Camera Support Equipment will unveil two new product ranges – the arrow^X Series and the Combo Live Pedestal Series – at Broadcast Asia 2016, it has been announced.

Going on show to the Asian market for the first time, the Arrow range has evolved to include new fluid heads arrow^X 3, arrow^X 5 and arrow^X 7. A new feature of the series is Miller's CB PLUS – a sequential counterbalance design to allow for repeatable and accurate setup. CB PLUS features eight large counterbalance steps to enable the user to get to their needed position quickly, while a switch adds a half step, enabling counterbalance refinement. The arrow^X Series is suited for ENG, EFP, Studio and field OB, as well as other situations were fast re-rigging is required.

All arrow^X models come with 120mm sliding plate travel to help quickly re-balance changing camera payloads, and precision ball bearing supported pan-tilt movements help deliver smooth starts and soft stop fluid actions. Precise floating pan-tilt calliper locks ensure bounce free on-off locking.

The arrow^X 3 has a payload range of 1 to 19kg, 16 positions of counterbalance and 5+0 pan and tilt drag positions. It is designed for lighter cameras used in ENG, documentaries and EFP applications.

The arrow^X 5 has a wide payload range from 2 to 21kg, 16 positions of counterbalance and 7+0 pan and tilt drag positions. It is designed for larger ENG and EFP applications including documentaries, drama and television commercials.

The arrow^X 7 has a payload range from 6 to 25kg, 16 positions of counterbalance and 7+0 pan and tilt drag positions. It is designed for heavier rigs, including in-studio and OB applications.

At Broadcast Asia 2016, Miller will also demonstrate the new Combo Live Pedestal Series. With a carry handle for the column and dolly, this compact and portable pedestal range offers an easy setup with column tension control and a safety lock. Its air adjustable column system also allows for quick payload balancing.

Joseph White, Regional Sales Manager, Asia and Africa, Miller Camera Support Equipment, said: "We have always monitored the Asian markets closely, and with the introduction of both the arrow^X and Combo Live Pedestal Series, we have taken the feedback our users in Asia and across the globe to create our most broadcast-friendly products to date. With new features such as the CB PLUSTM counterbalance system featured on the arrow^X, as well as the easy adjustments for the Combo Live Pedestals, broadcasters are now able to rig and re-rig for quick and efficient shoots with ease – both in the studio and on location."

Image: arrow^X 3.

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