Cartoni MASTER MK2 Manuel utilisateur

MASTER MK2 FLUID HEAD

USER’S MANUAL

Manual Version: 1.0

Issue date: Feb 2019

CARTONI S.p.A

Via di Portonaccio, 33/B - 00159 Rome (Italy)

Phone +39 06 4382002

Fax +39 06 43588293

Email [email protected]

www.cartoni.com

Index

1. Introduction..................................................................................................................................... 1

2. Operating elements......................................................................................................................... 2

3. Procedures....................................................................................................................................... 5

4. Technical data.................................................................................................................................. 6

5. Manteinance.................................................................................................................................... 6

6. Warranty.......................................................................................................................................... 7

7. Accessories & product line .............................................................................................................. 7

1. Introduction

The new Master Mk2 is the ultimate CARTONI Fluid Head designed most specifically for HD

applications, Film, ENG & EFP camera systems.

The Mk2 counterbalances very light cameras from 3 Kg (6.6 lbs) all the way to 35 Kg (77 lbs)

making the Mk2 suitable from the smallest HDV camera to fully loaded RED, Alexa, F65, C300

(etc) cameras with all of the trimmings.

This new CARTONI counterbalance system is an evolution of the patented CARTONI “Wing”

system and allows a perfect performance throughout the +/- 90 tilt range, with perfect stops

at any angle.

The frictionless variable fluid modules perform a wide variety of fluid drag for the best smooth

and precise movement in any shooting situation.

All operating knobs and levers are conveniently located and easy to reach with a special care

for user-friendly ergonomics.

The Master Mk2 comes equipped with one telescopic pan bar, standard quick release sliding

camera plate, (EuroStyle plate optional) illuminated spirit level and digital readouts for drag

and counterbalance settings.

The Mk2 has a flat Mitchell standard base and an available 150mm bowl converter to make the

Mk2 suitable for all leg options and Dollies.

•Before using the product read this user’s 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.

2. Operating elements

1) Pan bar

2) Pan bar attachment lever

3) Pan bar attachment rosette

4) Horizontal lock lever

5) Pan drag selector

6) Tie-down knob

7) Camera plate

8) Safety button slide lock lever

9) Slide lock lever

10) Tilt drag selector

11) Bubble

12) Pan lock lever

13) Tilt lock lever

14) Counterbalance selector

15) Bubble and display light button

16) Battery compartment

17) Digital display

3. Procedures

•Open the tripod to the desired height and lock all the knobs.

•Place the Master Mk2 head on tripod base and rotate until it matches the steel notch;

tighten the head firmly screwing in the knob (6) underneath the flat base. Check the

spirit bubble (11) and modify the legs angle if needed. In case of low visibility, press

button (15) for bubble light and to activate the digital displays. Light will turn off

automatically after approximately 30 seconds.

•Lock horizontal position with lever (4) red position, insert pan lock (12) and turn both

tilt drag selector (10) and counterbalance selector (14) to position “0”.

•To release the camera plate (7) push the red safety button (8) and open the slide lock

lever (9) completely till to position 2, then remove the camera plate.

•Attach the camera plate to the bottom of 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.

•Place the camera on the top of the MASTER MK2, leaning sidewards against the left

side of the head (slide lock side), then push the assembly into horizontal position until

you feel the click of the slide lock lever (9), which will be in position 1 (at this point the

camera plate is clamped but still moving fore and aft).

•Holding the pan bar (1) firmly, disengage lever (4) to green position and find the

correct center of gravity sliding the camera assembly fore and aft. Lock the slide lock

lever (9) in position 0.

•Set the counterbalance system by turning the counterbalance selector (14) to

appropriate tension. The camera has to stay still at any tilt angle. If needed, fine tune

balance, adjusting the sliding plate.

•Push button (15) to activate displays, unlock pan lock (12) and select the desired fluid

drag intensity on both pan and tilt by turning pan selector (5) and tilt selector (10).

4. Technical data

Minimum payload

5 Kg – 11 lbs

Maximum payload 35 Kg – 77 lbs

Weight 8,5 Kg – 18,7 lbs

Bowl diameter

Flat base

Fluid control Continuous

Counterbalance Continuous

Pan range 360°

Tilt range +/- 90°

Temperature range

-40°/+ 60°

5. Manteinance

With indoor use - when needed - 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 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 dried before storage.

Sand and dirt are abrasive and should be removed using a semi-stiff brush or Air spray.

Disconnect spirit 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.

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