Temperature Range; Mounting The Head; Levelling Bubble - Manfrotto MVHN12AH Instructions Manual

INTRODUCTION
Designed for ENG video cameras and interchangeable lens camcorders or DSLRs from
4 kg (8.8 lbs) to 12 kg (26.5 lbs). Declared at 20°C and 55mm C.o.g.
For any uses other than those intended, in order for proper performance and safety of
use to be guaranteed, please contact your reseller or the manufacturer directly via the
Contact us section on manfrotto.com.
The product is intended for professional use.
KEY FEATURES
• Quick release sliding plate for balancing the camcorder
• 1/4" camera screw "S" and 3/8" adapter "Z" for all camera types
• 3/8" female tripod attachment or for fixing the half ball adapter
• PAN and TILT drag adjustment
• Pan bar can be fitted either side
• Spirit level (with backlight) for accurate levelling
• Incredibly precise, continuous counterbalance system

TEMPERATURE RANGE

Working Temperatures between -15°C and +50°C.
Storage Temperatures between -20°C and +60°C.
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SET UP &
Mounting the battery (fig. 1)
The head is supplied with a battery "K" and a battery holder "X" (for the spirit level)
dismounted.
Mount the battery on the "battery holder" as shown in figure 1.
Mount the "battery holder" on the head by simply pushing it onto the head.
Mounting the control lever (fig. 2)
The head is supplied complete with control lever "A" and serrated rosette "U". Neither
are assembled on the product.
Once you have chosen the side on which you intend to use control lever "A", first
secure the U-shaped rosette using the screws included in the packaging, then secure
the control lever onto the serrated rosette by tightening handle "D".
The rosette "U" is serrated to allow rotation and positioning of the control lever at 10 °
intervals, avoiding accidental displacement.
Ensure that knob "D" is firmly closed and that there is no play between rosette
"U" and the sleeve of drive bar "A" so that continuity of movement is not
compromised during shooting.
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MOUNTING THE HEAD

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3A - Mount the head onto the photo/video tripod using 3/8" female thread "F".
The top plate on Manfrotto tripods are equipped with screw/s "W" which clamp against
the base of the head to ensure effective and secure locking.
3B - Mounting the head on tripods with a 75mm diameter bowl:
- mount the half ball "Y" (optional) onto the head
- place the head into the tripod bowl so the male thread comes out below the bowl
- screw grip "H" (optional) onto the male thread until it is resting up against the bowl.
3C - Assemble the head on the slider using 3/8" female thread "F".
Do not use screws that can enter into the base of the head more than 8
millimetres, as this may compromise the counterbalance system's performance
or, in the worst cases, the product's safety.
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LEVELLING BUBBLE

Spirit level "C" (fig. 4A) has a backlight that can be lit by pressing button "B":
- press button "B" for 1 second to light the spirit level for 10 seconds
- press button "B" for more than 1 second to light the spirit level for 60 seconds
Note: the light turns off automatically after 10 or 60 seconds. To switch it off manually,
press button "B" again.
The light also has an LED battery indicator: the red LED battery symbol next to button
"B" will light when the battery level drops.
To change the battery (fig. 4B):
- remove the battery holder "X" from the head with a screwdriver
- replace the battery "K" with a CR1220-3V battery
Avoid rubbing the bubble level: any electrostatic charge the bubble acquires may
temporarily compromise its accuracy.
FITTING THE QUICK RELEASE PLATE TO A CAMCORDER
The quick release plate "L" (fig. 5) is supplied with:
- 1/4" camera screw "S"
- 1/4" camera screw "S" with anti-rotation pin "G"
- 3/8" camera screws "Z"
All are supplied mounted
Check the size of the attachment hole on your camcorder, and select the correct screw
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