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Safety
Introduction and Description
The VARIO 2-80 is a portable, fully functioning studio and OB
pedestal for large payloads up to 80kg / 176lb. It is the most
versatile pedestal, capable of supporting large Sachtler fluid heads
and the latest range of portable or full facility digital cameras and
teleprompters.
It can track talent eye lines from a seated to standing position ‘on
shot’ with its extended fully balanced range. It has an inlet valve for
any air source, making Perfect Balance easy to achieve. In addition,
The Vario Ped 2-80 pedestal includes a pressure gauge for clear
and reliable set-up and the detachable skid allows the pedestal
to be simply broken down into two sections for easy storage and
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WARNING!
Do NOT attempt to use this product if you do not
understand how to operate it.
Do NOT use this product for any other purpose than
that specified in the Usage statement above.
Maintenance beyond that detailed in this Operators
Guide must be performed only by competent personnel
in accordance with the procedures.
About this Guide
This operators guide is issued for the Vario Ped 2-80,
Part no S2303-0001.
The guide provides instructions for operation and routine maintenance.
• Safety / educational videos
• Exploded diagrams leading to the Parts Store
• Recycling information and life cycle upgrades
• Warranty information & links to registration /
submit case to service team/case management
• User manuals
• Easy access to service centre
• This QR code is also on the Pedestal for easy
reference.
Scan this QR code to access a dedicated page
containing important information:
transportation. It has a selector for both single wheel and all wheel
crab steering for working in tight spaces and on shot direction
changes. It comes with 12.5cm / 5 inch wheels and adjustable cable
guards.
Key features:
Upper and lower stage have perfect balance for on-shot performance.
Full crab and steer facilities controlled from a central steering ring for
enhanced manoeuvrability and on-shot steering.
Built in pressure gauge and manual pump for easy counterbalance
set-up.
Detachable skid for easy transport and storage.
Wheel rim braking mechanism eliminates tyre flat spots for smooth
rolling shots
Column can be adapted to work on dolly track
Usage
The Vario Ped 2-80 pedestal is designed for use in television studios
and on location to support and balance a fluid head, camera and
ancillary equipment weighing up to 80 kg / 176 lb. This product is
intended for use on an unobstructed and reasonably level surface by
television camera operators.
