Cambo CSMFC-3 Instruction Manual

Please read this manual carefully before using the Cambo CSMFC-3!
CAUTION
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Please be cautious when using the CSMFC-3 follow focus on lenses with a stiff/rigid turning
focus ring. In this particular case excessive force on the focus knob could lead to damaging
the internal gear drive of the CSMFC-3 unit.
Don't tighten the CSMFC-3 clamp when there is no iris rod inserted, this may irreversibly
deform the clamp.
A Focus Gear M0.8 45 teeth (standard)
B Mounting hole clamp arm
C Gear flange
D Clamp arm
E Clamp knob
F Accessory mount (star knob/speed crank/whip)

Changing the focus gear

To change the focus gear (A) please unscrew the
"gear lock" (L) counter clockwise. When the gear
lock is loosened the gear can slide off the gear
flange (C). The focus gear can be positioned left or
right side of the housing.
When using the CSMFC-3 on lenses with the focus
ring near to the camera body, its advisable to use
the gear on the side closed to the camera.

Changing marking scale

The scale (H) uses magnetic fixation. To take off
the scale, please grasp both sides and pull off the
scale. When placing the scale slide the it over the
focus knob, align the scale until is snaps into place.
It's advised to use a pencil or standard fineliner for
setting the marks. Don't use permanent marking
pens for setting the marks.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
G Focus knob
H Marking scale
I Indicator mark (each 90°)
J Hex bold (metric 3mm) to fix the clamp arm
K Focus housing
L Gear lock
Instruction Manual CSMFC-3 Manual Follow Focus
CSMFC-3
Manual Follow Focus
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