Magnus VC-20-SCP Zoom Controller User Manual
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Thank you for choosing the Magnus VC-20-SCP Zoom Controller. This lightweight, compact LANC device gives you control of the Record and Zoom functions for a variety of compatible Canon, Sony, and Panasonic camcorders.
The VC-20-SCP has a built-in clamp that allows you to mount it to the panhandle of your tripod, or t jib, tube, pipe, or bar. A pressure-sensitive rocker switch easily regulates the zoom speed—this allows you to maintain control over your camcorder while zooming and panning at the same time without taking your hand off of the panhandle. When you apply more force to the zoom rocker switch, the lens will zoom faster. When you apply less force, the lens will zoom slower. The VC-20-SCP will help you achieve a more polished, fluid look with your video productions.
Controller Components
Includes
- Magnus VC-20-SCP Zoom Controller
- One cable for use with Canon, Sony, or Panasonic camcorders
- User instruction manual
- One-year limited warranty
Mount the controller to the panhandle
- Move the selector slider to the correct position—“S” for Sony or Canon, “P” for Panasonic.
- Carefully insert the control cable plug into the controller’s LANC socket.
- Loosen the clamp using the clamp knob.
- Place the controller on the panhandle, with the handle centered in the clamp’s V shape.
- Hand-tighten the clamp securely.
Attach the cable to the camcorder
With the camcorder turned off, carefully insert the control cable plug into the camcorder’s LANC socket.
Note: When plugging or unplugging the control cable, always hold the plug firmly—don’t pull the cable.
Operation
- Press the red REC button to begin recording; to stop recording, press the red button again.
- Use the variable-speed zoom rocker switch to control the zoom function.
- Press the side of the switch marked “W” to zoom out to a more wide-angle view; press the “T” side to zoom into a more telephoto view.
- Pressing the switch with more force increases the speed of the zoom; pressing with less force decreases the speed of the zoom.
Specifications
- Stereo cable jack: 2.5 mm (3/32″)
- Cable length: 22.5″ (57.15 cm)
- Clamp size (open): 1.25″ (31.75 mm)
- Dimensions: 3.58 × 2.22 × 3.28″ (90.9 × 56.4 × 83.3 mm)
- Weight: 4 oz. (113.4 g)
Warnings
- Please read and follow these instructions, and keep this manual in a safe place.
- Make sure the item is intact and that there are no missing parts.
- Keep this unit away from water and any flammable gases or liquids.
- Do not attempt to disassemble or repair the equipment—doing so will void the warranty, and Magnus will not be responsible for any damage.
- Handle the unit with care.
- Keep the cable socket and mini jack clean.
- Keep the unit away from children.
- Use only parts provided by the manufacturer.
- Do not store units in direct sunlight or hot environments.
- Use compatible cables only.
- Use care when inserting or removing a cable to avoid damage to the unit.
- Disconnect the unit from the camcorder when not in use.
- All photos are for illustrative purposes only.
ONE (1) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Magnus provides a limited warranty to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and that the workmanship is under normal consumer use for one(1) year from the original purchase date or thirty (30) days after replacement, whichever occurs later. Magnus’s responsibility concerning this limited warranty shall be limited solely to repair or replacement, at Magnus’s discretion, of any product that fails during normal consumer use. The inoperability of the product or part(s) shall be determined by Magnus. If the product has been discontinued, we reserve the right to replace it with a model of equivalent quality and function.
To obtain warranty coverage, contact Magnus to obtain a return merchandise authorization (“RMA”) number, and return the defective product to Magnus, along with the RMA number and proof of purchase. Shipment of the defective product is at the purchaser’s own risk. This warranty does not cover damage or defect caused by misuse, neglect, accident, alteration, abuse, improper installation, or maintenance.
EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, MAGNUS MAKES NEITHER ANY EXPRESS WARRANTIES NOR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. This warranty provides you with specific legal rights, and you may also have additional rights that vary from state to state.
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