CAMBO PCS Studio Gearhead Instruction Manual

: June 10, 2024
: CAMBO

Table of Contents

PCS Studio Gearhead
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
Key features
PCS Studio gearhead overview
References
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PCS Studio Gearhead

Product Information

The PCS Studio Gearhead is a precision camera positioning device designed for use in professional photography. It is compatible with Arca Swiss-style camera plates and supports a maximum weight capacity of 25 kilograms. The gearhead features a range of adjustable controls for tilting, pivoting, and rotating the camera for precise positioning.

Product Usage Instructions

Before using the PCS Studio Gearhead, read the instruction manual carefully to ensure proper usage.
To apply the crank (B.), insert the pins (C.) of the crank into the designated holes (D.) of the PCS. Use the M4x10 bolt (A.) and the supplied 2,5mm Allen key to firmly connect the cranks to the PCS through the central hole.
When unlocking the Arca-compatible clamp, always support the camera and apply no more than 25 kilograms of weight to the PCS.
To rotate the PCS at the top or bottom, loosen the corresponding locking lever. You can adjust the locking position of the knob by pulling it upwards to move the lever without locking or loosening the screw.
Use the pivot adjustment crank (D.) to adjust the vertical angle of the camera, and use the tilt adjustment crank (E.) to adjust the horizontal angle of the camera.
After positioning your camera, lock the corresponding knobs tightly to secure its position.
The bottom rotation locking knob (G.) can be used to rotate the entire gearhead on its base.
The bottom tripod mount (3/8) can be used to attach the gearhead to a tripod or other camera support.

Please note that all specifications are subject to change without notice, and Cambo accepts no responsibility for any consequences related to the information stated in the instruction manual. For more information, please visit the Cambo website at www.cambo.com.

Thank you for purchasing a Cambo product.
The PCS is a heavy duty gearhead designed for the studio environment. It features geared movements around the X- and Y-axis as well as manual 360º Z-axis rotation at the top and bottom plate. The large controls express clear functionality.

Key features

360º manual panning at top and bottom plate
Position click indication every 90º at the top rotation plate
120º X-axis tilt (30º backwards 90º+ forward)
135º Y-axis pivot (45º left 90º right)
Arca compatible dovetail clamp
4 large spirit levels
Durable stainless steel 3/8’’ and optional ¼’’ tripod mounting
Removeable cranks for easier transportation
High grade CNC milled aluminum body
High precision laser engraved degree scales

Warnings
Always support the camera when unlocking the Arca compatible clamp.
Apply no more than 25Kg to the PCS.

PCS Studio gearhead overview

PCS controls

A. Arca compatible dovetail clamp
B. Arca clamp locking knob
C. Top rotation plate locking knob
D. Pivot adjustment crank
E. Tilt adjustment crank
F. Bottom rotation locking knob
G. Bottom tripod mount (3/8”)

Applying the cranks and choosing the tripod mount thread

To apply the crank [B.] place pins [C.] of the crank inside the designated holes [D.] of the PCS. Use the M4x10 bolt [A.] and the supplied 2,5mm Allen key to firmly connect the cranks to the PCS through the central hole.

Tilting and pivoting

The PCS has two self-locking geared movements, tilt and pivot. To tilt the PCS rotate the bottom crank clockwise for tilting forward and counter clockwise for tilting backward. The maximum tilting movement is 90º forward tilt and 30º backwards tilt. To pivot the PCS rotate the top crank clockwise for pivoting to the left and counter clockwise for pivoting to the right. The maximum pivot movement is 90º left and 45º to the right.

Rotating top and bottom

To rotate the PCS at the top or bottom, loosen the corresponding locking lever. You can adjust the locking position of the knob by pulling it upwards to move the lever without locking or loosening the screw.

Cambo Fotografische Industrie B.V. Cambo R &D April 2022
This instruction manual is prepared with care, although no responsibility, financial or otherwise, is accepted for any consequences related the information stated in this instruction manual. All specifications in this instruction manual are subject to change without notice.

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