Vinten FP-188+ - Robotic/Manual Pedestal with Elevation Control and 26 to 56-inch Height for 187-Pound Payloads in Black Finish

The Vinten FP-188+ is a high-precision robotic/manual pedestal engineered for professional studios requiring smooth, quiet, and responsive support for large camera systems. With a maximum payload capacity of 188 lbs, this pedestal is designed to accommodate complex camera setups including large lenses, teleprompters, and accessories while maintaining exceptional mobility and control. Its advanced design allows for seamless integration with the Vinten VRC control system, enabling remote robotic operation as well as fully manual control, offering unparalleled flexibility for a wide range of broadcast and virtual production applications.

Equipped with a perfectly balanced pneumatic column, the FP-188+ offers 30.3 inches of on-shot vertical stroke and delivers ultra-smooth elevation adjustment, whether in manual or robotic mode. The system supports manual override and requires no power for manual operation, ensuring reliability in live studio conditions. The pedestal can switch between crab and steer modes for flexible floor movement, and it features adjustable acceleration and deceleration profiles that make transitions fluid and responsive. The unit operates virtually silently, with noise output kept below ambient studio levels, making it suitable for sound-sensitive environments.

Designed with precision motion in mind, the FP-188+ delivers highly accurate repeatability with floor tracking resolution better than 1mm and orientation accuracy under 0.75°, subject to floor quality. It offers up to 11.8 inches per second of floor speed and height drive accuracy within ±0.03 inches, ensuring consistent camera positioning across multiple moves and takes. When paired with an FH-155 head equipped with the StarTracker optical tracking system, the FP-188+ achieves exceptional tracking accuracy for VR and AR applications, maintaining absolute positional reference without the need for homing after startup.

Built with both functionality and aesthetics in mind, the pedestal features a compact L-shaped floor targeting system, adjustable bumper sensitivity for collision avoidance, and a doorway tracking width of just 31.5 inches. The FP-188+ consumes 200W on average and peaks at 750W, accepting auto-ranging AC input between 90-240V. With dual power output sockets for robotic heads and auxiliary devices, the pedestal ensures easy integration of additional equipment. At a weight of 286.6 lbs, and with a minimum height of 26 inches and maximum extension to 56.3 inches, the FP-188+ provides a robust, reliable foundation for professional multi-camera environments.

Features

• Robotic and manual pedestal with powered elevation and precise tracking control
• Supports camera payloads up to 188 lbs for large broadcast configurations
• Switchable between robotic and manual operation without power dependency
• 30.3-inch on-shot stroke with smooth pneumatic height control
• Crab and steer movement modes for flexible maneuvering in studio setups
• Silent operation with noise output below ambient studio levels
• Repeatable tracking with less than 0.75° orientation error and <1mm floor resolution
• Maximum floor speed of 11.8 inches per second for fast repositioning
• Height drive accuracy within ±0.03 inches for precise elevation control
• Integrates with Vinten VRC control system for robotic programming and sequences
• Compatible with StarTracker-equipped FH-155 for accurate VR/AR tracking
• Adjustable bumper sensitivity for additional collision protection
• Power output sockets for robotic head (100W) and auxiliary equipment (50W)
• Autoranging 90-240V AC input with average 200W and peak 750W power draw
• Compact footprint with 31.5-inch doorway tracking width and 6.3-inch wheels
• Height range from 26 inches to 56.3 inches with 0.75-inch ground clearance
• Pedestal weight of 286.6 lbs for robust and stable operation

Specifications

Base Operation

• Temperature Range: +32°F to +104°F
• Degrees of Freedom: X/Y/Z
• Maximum Floor Speed: 11.8 inches per second
• Minimum Floor Speed Setting: 1 inch per second
• 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%
• Resolution: X,Y = <1mm

Column Operation

• On-shot Stroke: 30.3 inches
• Maximum Working Pressure: 17.5 bar (255 psi)
• Maximum Relief Valve Pressure: 18.9 bar (275 psi)
• Maximum Column Speed: 5.9 inches per second
• Minimum Column Speed Setting: 0.4 inches per second
• Height Drive Accuracy: ±0.03in.

Electrical Data

• Power Consumption (Peak): 750W
• Power Consumption (Average): 200W
• 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

Physical

• Maximum Payload: 188 lbs
• Minimum Height: 26 inches
• Maximum Height: 56.3 inches
• Doorway Tracking Width: 31.5 inches
• Weight: 286.6 lbs
• Wheel Diameter: 6.3 inches
• Ground Clearance: 0.75 inches