VariZoom VZEFC-U User Manual

Vz-efc-u instructions

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VZ-EFC-U Instructions

This unit is aimed at the Sony PMW-EX1
and -EX3, but it will also work with Canon,
Fujinon, and film lenses. Items included
with the VZ-EFCU: universal bracket and
motor assembly, one lens gear adapter
(for Sony EX), one step-down adapter for
15mm mattebox rods, one Canon gear
(C), one Fujinon Gear (F), one 32DP/0.8M
“Film” Gear (32), two 10’ extension cables,
one control unit with LCD readout and
clamp, 7.2V Li-Ion rechargeable battery,
carrying bags, set of cable straps.

First, determine which gear you need to use and attach it to the motor. The Canon gear is marked “C” and the Fujinon is
marked “F”. Sony EX series of cameras use the “F” gear and others use “32” gear. 1) Remove the screw in the center of the
motor spindle. 2) Install the appropriate gear. 3) Replace the screw in the motor spindle.

For Sony EX-1 & EX-3 ONLY: Remove the screw on the lens gear adapter (A) and place it around the focus ring on the
camera, then replace and tighten the screw until snug (B). Be sure the lens gear adapter is centered all the way around the
camera’s focus ring (C).

Attach the mattebox rods and make sure they are lined up exactly parallel with the camera’s centerline (Note: The universal
bracket comes with a step-down ring for use with 15mm rods. Remove this adapter if you have 19mm rods (D)). Now slide
the bracket with motor-gear assembly (E) onto your mattebox rods and center the motor-gear vertically and horizontally in
relation to the lens gear adapter (F). You may have to adjust the angle/length of the bracket by loosening the ratchet bolts (G)
(called ‘ratchet’ because the handle can be repositioned w/o tightening or loosening by pulling out on the handle, thereby
disengaging the clutch, and rotating it).