VZ-Pro-L Camera Control Instruction Manual
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1. VariZoom VZ Pro L Camera Control www varizoom com Instruction Manual Thank you for purchasing the VariZoom VZ Pro L remote variable speed zoom and focus controller for DV camcorders We think you re going to like it a lot Here are some important guidelines for safe and effective operation Connection insert the VZ Pro L controller cable mini plug into your camera s LANC jack only Do not plug in to any port not clearly labeled LANC or Control L on the camera see picture bottom right CAUTION Do NOT plug in to ANY OTHER JACK or DAMAGE may result to your camera and or controller DONOT PLUGIN TO ANY PANASONIC CAMERA OR DAMAGE MAY RESULT Power The VZ Pro L does not require batteries or external power Just plug the cable into the camera s LANC jack and it s ready to use Tripod Jib Mount Your vz Pro L comes with a heavy duty clamping system to attach firmly to your tripod panhandle shoulder support or camera crane jib Extension LANC cables are available from VariZoom Recording Press the button next to the rocker to activate the pause and record functions on the camera The red LED will light up when camera is recording and may also give other camera indications such as low battery power and end of tape warning Zoom Press the rocker on the right side for zoom in Telephoto Press the rocker on the left side for zoom out Wide Zoom speeds are dependent upon the position of the speed control knob2. and zooming will go as fast or as slow as the camera s lens motor Is capable Variable Zoom and Speed Settings Turn the speed control knob all the way clockwise until it stops This is your slowest speed setting By pressing on either the right or left side of the rocker the lens will zoom either in or out While pressing the rocker down roll the knob with your index finger counter clockwise to speed up and clockwise to decrease speed see picture at right Manual FOCUS To utilize the VZ Pro L s focus feature put your camera in manual focus mode consult camcorder instructions The two buttons pictured at right are located on the underside of the VZ Pro L and will control manual focus functions on all compatible cameras One button pushes the focal plane farther away and the other brings the focal plane closer to the camera Canon XL1 XL2 GL1 GL2 users note the manual focus buttons are disabled while shooting in Green Box full auto mode even if the lens switch is set to manual ON OFF Button The red recessed button on the controller will wake up camcorders that have gone into auto standby mode Press it once to power the camera on from standby mode Press and hold for 2 seconds to put the camera into standby mode When not in use for extended periods unplug the controller l I Warranty Warning Do not open your control device as this may void your warranty and possibly damage the control If you need service c
3. ontact VariZoom for a Return Merchandise Authorization RMA All controllers have a 2 year parts and labor warranty Please save your receipt and send us your comments and suggestions Thanks I I please keep this document for your records amp reference 888 826 3399 512 219 7722 visit us on the web at www varizoom com
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