User Manual

Congratulations
on your
purchase of the
VT-400 Video
Tripod by
Magnus.
All Magnus tripods are designed to
balance features professionals want
with the affordability they need, yet
be durable enough to provide many
years of trouble-free service and
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these instructions for setting up and
breaking down your tripod.
Key Features
• Two-way pan head for smooth motion
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• Auto-lock, quick-release mounting
• Separate pan and tilt locks
• Bubble level for accurate setup
• Locking mid-level spreader for stability on
uneven surfaces
• Full 360° pan range
Safety Warnings
• Never set up or pull down a tripod while a
camera is mounted
• Do not move the tripod or adjust the legs
while a camera is mounted
• Do not exceed the maximum weight
capacity of the tripod
• Never leave a camera unattended on the
tripod
• The camera should be securely fastened
to the quick-release mounting plate befo
re
mounting it to the tripod
• Never mount a camera to the tripod until all
tripod legs are locked and stabilized
• Do not stand on, rest on, or hang anything
from the mid-level spreader
• Do not attempt to remove the mid-level
spreader
• Do not lift or move the tripod by the head
• Keep hands clear of the inside of the legs, to
avoid trapping fingers
• Safe operation of the tripod is the user’s
responsibility
Video Tripod Components
Tilt/Pan Bar
Locking
Mid-Level
Spreader
Quick-Release
Mounting Plate
Leg
Flip-Lock
Pan Locking
Knob
Tilt Locking Knob
Universal ¼-20
Mounting Screw
Center Column
Hand Crank
Float Level
Mounting Plate
Capture Release
Specifications
• 15 lb. (6.8 kg) load capacity
• 64˝ (162.5 cm) to 22˝ (55.8
cm) height range
• 27.2˝ (69 cm) folded length
• 5.95 lb. (2.7 kg) weight
All images are for illustrative purposes only.
Your tripod may look slightly different.