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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 lbs).

Extremely compact and lightweight, the innovative FOCUS 12 features a 
continuously variable fluid damping system on both pan and tilt movements 
and an unrivaled patented variable counterbalance which brings its range of 
use to cover all existing ENG and lighter high-performance cameras. 

The FOCUS 12 Head comes equipped with a sliding quick release European 
camera plate plate, illuminated spirit level and telescopic pan bar. Its tilting 
range is +/- 90° has a perfect response throughout the entire tilt range. This 
head interfaces with all 100 mm bowl base Tripods and supports. 

The extreme ruggedness and versatility together with a superior quality/price 
ratio makes the FOCUS 12 the best possible support for news Operators and 
Videographers.

•  Before using the product read this user manual.

•  Before installing the Fluid Head on the Tripod check the Tripod stability.

•  Verify that the camera payload (including lenses and accessories) is

lower than the maximum capacity of the Fluid Head.

•  Before installing the camera make sure that the Fluid Head is in good 

conditions and bares no evident damages.

1. SAFETY & SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS 

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Summary of Contents for FOCUS 12

Page 1: ...PROFESSIONAL CAMERA SUPPORT...

Page 2: ...ONI All rights reserved User Manual Version 2 0 Issue date May 2016 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...

Page 3: ...USER MANUAL...

Page 4: ...4 INDEX 1 Safety Set up instructions 2 Operating elements 3 Procedures 4 Technical data 5 Maintenance 6 Warranty 7 Accessories Product line...

Page 5: ...spirit level and telescopic pan bar Its tilting range is 90 has a perfect response throughout the entire tilt range This head interfaces with all 100 mm bowl base Tripods and supports The extreme rug...

Page 6: ...6 2 OPERATING ELEMENTS 1 3 4 6 5 1 Camera plate 2 Sliding camera platform 3 Pan bar attachment 4 Pan bar extension 5 Pan drag selector 6 Pan brake lever 7 Tilt brake lever 7 2...

Page 7: ...7 8 Camera plate release lever 9 Safety button 10 Sliding platform lock 11 Tilt drag selector 12 Illuminated spirit level 13 Counterbalance selector 14 Tie down knob 15 Pan bar 11 8 13 15 14 9 10 12...

Page 8: ...5 Remove the Camera plate 1 from the sliding Camera platform 2 by squeezing simultaneously Camera plate lever 8 and the safety button 9 Attach the Camera plate 1 to the bottom of the Camera and tight...

Page 9: ...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 will require special care Salt wa...

Page 10: ...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 o...

Page 11: ...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 7 ACCE...

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