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| Product Type | Professional Video Tripod |
| Brand | Cartoni |
| Model | Magnum |
| Maximum Load Capacity | 30 kg (66 lbs) |
| Weight | 8.5 kg (18.7 lbs) |
| Minimum Height | 30 cm (11.8 in) |
| Maximum Height | 180 cm (70.9 in) |
| Material | Aluminum alloy legs with carbon fiber option |
| Leg Sections | 3 sections |
| Leg Lock Type | Flip lock levers |
| Spreader | Ground spreader with adjustable footprint |
| Head Mount | Flat base with 100mm bowl adapter |
| Bubble Level | Integrated bubble level on leg collar |
| Rubber Feet | Yes, with optional spikes |
| Maintenance | Regularly clean leg locks and lubricate with silicone spray |
| Safety | Do not exceed maximum load; ensure all locks are tight before use |
| Spare Parts | Available through Cartoni authorized dealers |
| Repairability | Modular design allows easy replacement of parts |
| Warranty | 2 years limited warranty |
| Included Accessories | Carrying bag, ground spreader, user manual |
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USER MANUAL Magnum Cartoni
USER'S MANUAL & Maintenance
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Black cylindrical device with labeled components including CARTONI, MAGNUM, and TILT DRAG, mounted on a stand (no readable text beyond branding)
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Manual Version: 1.0
Issue date: June 2019
INDEX
- INTRODUCTION 1
- OPERATING ELEMENTS 2
- PROCEDURES 5
- SPECIFICATIONS 6
- MAINTENANCE 6
- WARRANTY 7
- ACCESSORIES & PRODUCT LINE 7
1. INTRODUCTION
The MAGNUM Fluid Head is the flagship in the CARTONI range of Camera supports.
Designed to support fully decked Studio and OB Cameras equipped with long boxed lenses, 7 in. viewfinder or large teleprompter, the MAGNUM is an extremely compact Fluid Head incorporating a patented counterbalance system as well as an advanced fluid damping module.
Manufactured with an extensive use of ultra-strong aluminum alloy, the MAGNUM provides for outstandingly precise movements and consistently high drag output.
The counterbalance system is ideally suited to operate with Cameras featuring a high center of gravity and weighing from 30 to 95Kg (66,1 - 209,4 lbs).
Cameras within this range can be perfectly balanced through the entire 130^ tilt angle.
Calibrated with a variable adjustment connected to a digital readout display, the counterbalance operating knob is conveniently located on the back of the Head. The frictionless fluid damping modules feature a patented design and give an extraordinary performance over an extended temperature range.
The continuously variable fluid control knobs located on both sides of the Head are easy to reach and are connected to a digital readout which allows the operator for quick set-ups even in low light conditions. The effective control brakes on both, pan and tilt mode are located on the right side of the control panel for an easy one-hand operation.
Two threaded holes for the teleprompter tubes are located on the front of the sliding platform.
The MAGNUM interfaces directly with any Mitchell flat base Heavy Duty Tripod and can be easily mounted on top of all existing Pedestals featuring 4-hole bores.
Before using the MAGNUM Fluid Head, please make sure to read this user's & maintenance manual;
√ Before installing the Fluid Head on the Tripod check the tripod stability;
√ Check that the Camera payload (including lenses and accessories) is lower than the maximum capacity of the MAG-NUM Fluid Head;
Before installing the Camera make sure the MAGNUM is in good conditions and bares no evident damages.
2. OPERATING ELEMENTS
1 Illuminated bubble level and display light button
2 Digital display
3 Tilt unlock trigger
4 Tilt lock lever
5 Pan lock lever
6 Pan unlock trigger
7 Tilt drag selector
8 Pan drag selector
9 Illuminated bubble level
10 Camera plate
11 Sliding plate
12 Right Pan handle
13 Left extensible Pan handle
14 Left Pan handle
15 Transport handle
16 Battery housing
17 Camera plate lock lever
18 Sliding plate lock lever
19 Handle attachment lever
20 Extensible handle attachment lever
21 Sliding plate crank
22 Horizontal lock push button (On)
23 Horizontal lock button (Off)
24 Tie down knob
25 Counterbalance selector
3. PROCEDURES
√ Open the tripod to the desired height and lock all safety knobs.
Place the MAGNUM Fluid Head on the Tripod base and rotate until it matches the steel notch; tighten the Head firmly by screwing in the knob (24) underneath the flat base. Check the Illuminated bubble level (9) and modify the legs angle if needed. In case of low visibility, press button (1) for Illuminated bubble level and to activate the digital displays. Lights will turn off automatically after approximately 30 seconds.
Lock the horizontal position with push button (22), insert pan lock (5) and turn both tilt drag selector (7) and counterbalance selector (25) to position "0".
√ To release the Camera plate (10) slide forward the Camera plate lock lever (17) and rotate it 90° counterclockwise, then remove the Camera plate.
√ Attach the Camera plate under the Camera assembly and firmly secure it with both screws. Try to place the Camera plate centered under the Camera system, keeping in mind the position of the center of gravity (CG).
Place the Camera on the top of the MAGNUM, by pushing the Camera plate (10) forward to perfectly match the sliding plate (11) proper position, then close the Camera plate lock lever (17).
√ Holding the pan bar (13) firmly, disengage horizontal lock with button (23) and find the correct center of gravity (CG) by sliding the Camera assembly fore-and-aft using the sliding crank (21) (extract the knob to rotate). Lock the sliding plate with lever (18).
√ Set the counterbalance system by turning the counterbalance selector (25) to the appropriate tension. The Camera has to stay still at any tilt angle. If needed, fine tune the balance by adjusting the sliding plate.
√ Push button (1) to activate illuminated digital displays (2), unlock Pan lock (6) and select the desired Fluid drag intensity on both Pan and tilt by turning Pan selector (8) and tilt selector (7).
4. SPECIFICATIONS
Minimum payload 30 Kg 66,1 lbs
Maximum payload 95 Kg 209,4 lbs
Weight 19 Kg 41,9 lbs
Bowl diameter Flat base
Fluid control Continuous
Counterbalance Continuous
Pan range 360°
Tilt range +/- 65°
Temperature range -40/+60 °C -40°/+140°F
5. MAINTENANCE
When needed, with indoor use just clean the Head 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.
However, use under rough conditions they will require special care. Salt water is very corrosive and can cause extreme damages. In attempt to avoid further damage the Fluid Head should be washed off with fresh water at the earliest opportunity and perfectly dried before storage.
Sand and dirt are abrasive and should be removed using a semi-stiff brush or Air spray.
Disconnect the illuminated display & bubble level battery during long term storage; for battery replacement access the battery compartment (16).
6. WARRANTY
All CARTONI Fluid Heads & Pedestals have a free of charge three (3) year warranty. Register your product at www.cartoni.com within 30 days from date of first purchase/invoice to receive further two (2) year warranty for the unsurpassed free five (5) year warranty.
Tripods, spreaders, dollies and all accessories are guaranteed one (1) year from the date of first purchase/invoice.
CARTONI warrant that the product supplied will - under proper use - be free from defects in workmanship and materials and agrees that it will,
at its option, either repair or replace any defective part within duration of warranty from date of first purchase with no labour charge.
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.
Warranty claims must be submitted – in writing - to the factory for verification or to an authorized distributor/dealer designated by CARTONI.
It is the end user's responsibility when ordering to ensure that the products ordered conform to his requirements.
All freight of product to CARTONI must be prepaid. All implied warranties are limited to the time period set forth herein & subject to change without notice.
No liability can be accepted for any variation.
7. ACCESSORIES & PRODUCT LINE
For the complete Accessories list & Product line please visit CARTONI's official website www.cartoni.com.
Every product has an updated list of compatible items sorted by groups, with descriptions and technical data.
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
Brand : Cartoni
Model : Magnum
Category : Tripod