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& S afety ntrodUctIon The FOCUS 12 Fluid Head is the ideal support for the latest smaller, lighter high-performance Cameras weighing from 0 to 12 kg (0 to 26.4 lbs). Extremely compact and lightweight, the innovative FOCUS 12 features a continuously variable fluid damping system on both pan and tilt move-...
2. o peratIng lementS ❶ ❷ ❹ ❸ ❺ ❼ Camera plate Sliding camera platform ❻ Pan bar attachment Pan bar extension Pan drag selector Pan brake lever Tilt brake lever...
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❿ ❾ ❽ ⓯ ⓭ ⓫ Camera plate release lever Safety button ⓬ ⓮ Sliding platform lock Tilt drag selector Illuminated spirit level Counterbalance selector Tie down knob Pan bar...
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3. p rocedUreS Place the FOCUS 12 on your Tripod by loosening the tie-down knob (14) under the Fluid Head and level using the level bubble (12). In low light conditions, press button (12) for light. Connect the Pan bar (15) to the Fluid Head tightening the lever (3) on the Pan bar attachment and select your desired operating angle.
Set the counterbalance system by turning the balance knob clockwise (13) to appropriate tension. The Camera has to stay at any tilt angle. Eventually fine-tune by adjusting the sliding plate. Unlock the Pan brake lever (6) and set the Fluid drag control by adjust- ing selectors (5 &...
5. m aIntenance With indoor use - when needed - just clean the FOCUS 12 and Tripod with a soft cloth. Dirt accumulated during storage may be removed using a brush or Air spray. CARTONI products main mechanisms are sealed as they are also built for professional outdoor use.
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This warranty does not apply to any CARTONI product that has been damaged in shipping or handling, abused, misused, operated contrary to instructions for use, neglected, normal wear or tear, modified or changed in design or construction or serviced by unauthorized parties. Repairs or misuse by any unauthorized parties will void this warranty.
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PROFESSIONAL CAMERA SUPPORT CARTONI S.p.A Via di Portonaccio, 33/B - 00159 Rome (Italy) Phone +39 06 4382002 Fax +39 06 43588293 Email: cartoni@cartoni.com www.cartoni.com...