Manfrotto MVG300XM User manual

MVG300XM

JoystickHandle lockPan motor lockType-C charging portVertical armFixed plate slider set screwFixed plate sliderDetachable, multi-functional, professional three axis gimbal with touch screen designed for DSLR and mirror-less cameras.Tilt Follow SpeedPan Follow SpeedMax. Roll RangeOverviewSpecificationRoll axisVersatile handle knobGimbal power buttonMultifunction switch buttonA ButtonB ButtonMultifunction knobTrigger buttonFast follow buttonSliding armCrossarmTilt motor lockRoll axismotor lock1/4 inch thread holeCross arm knobTilt axisPan axisSlider knobVertical arm fixed screwPortrait fixed plateCross extension armFixed plate safety lockQuick Release plateLens holderLens holderscrewHigher blockTouch ScreenHandleHandle Type-C charging portShutter buttonMode button3/8 inch thread hole1/4 inch thread holeVersatile handleMax. Tilt RangeMax. Pan Range2°/s ~ 75°/s3°/s ~ 150°/s340°340°360°WeightBattery LifePayload CapabilityAbout 2000gBattery2500mAhCharging Time >2.6 Hours, support quick charger ≤18W10 Hours ① 3400g ①① In center of gravity balanced state.② Please download the detailed manual for the specific compatible camera and lens.Compatible Cameras ②Sony, Canon, Nikon ,Panasonic mirror-less camera etc2
Cross arm extendingposition screwHandle power buttonFixed platesafety lockAnti-drop column

Installing the handleAccessoriesType-C to Micro (A03)USB 2.0 to Type-CVersatile handleTripodType-C to Mini (B02)Type-C to Multi Sony shutter cableType-C to 2.5mmPanasonic shutter cable(DC2.5mm)Type-C to Type-C (C02)Type-C to TRS2.5 (T02)×1×1×1×1×1×1×1×1×1Short quick release plate(GimBoom)Higher blockQuick release plate×1×13/8 to1/4 inch transition screw×1×1Camera fixed screwLens holder screw×3×1User GuidePlease read the manual carefully before using.Install:Unload:TIPS(1)Please install the camera before you power on the gimbal.(2)When the battery is low, please charge the gimbal.(3)When not in use for a long time, power off the gimbal. 1
Slide the metal contact part at the bottom of the gimbal part toward the handle and tighten the safety lock of the handle after sliding into the corresponding groove.When unloading the handle, unlock the safety lock, catch the anti-detachment column, and slowly push out the gimbal.Installing the versatile handle2
Unlock the versatile handle screw, put the versatile handle into the bottom of the gimbal (follow as the picture), tighten the setting screw.Lens holder×11
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Each of the three rotating axes has one positioning lock for convenient positioning andstorage purposes.Be sure to unlock them before using the gimbal.You can refer to the above steps to mount the portrait fixing plate according to needs.Be sure the battery and memory card are already installed before installing the camera.Installing the camera5
① Please lock the gimbal at the balanced lock status(as Figure 4-1), install the camera on the quick release plate and unlock the safety lock with the fixed plate safety lock.② Install the camera onto the quick release plate as close as possible to the sliding arm, adjusting the fixed plate slider.③ Lock the safety lock.The position of the sliding block can be adjusted according to the size of the camera, and the higher block selected.Gimbal balancing6
Take the balancing adjustment of horizontal as an example.Before balancing the gimbal, please lock the gimbal at the balanced lock status, then unlock each axis position lock by stages.TIPS(1)The lens cover should be removed from the camera and the memory card needs to be inserted into the camera to complete all the connections. This ensures the camera is ready for shooting.(2) During balancing the gimbal, make sure the camera and gimbal are all power off.(3)If you need to add accessories after the balance is completed, gimbal needs to be re-balanced again.(4) Balanced standard: the camera will remain stable at any angle.LockUnlockGimbal configuration1
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Charging with USB2.0 to Type-C supports fast charging. charging port can be charged simultaneously.Charging3Be sure to fully charge the gimbal before first use.If the battery is very low, we suggest you charge it straight away.Only forhandle charging1
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6.1 Balancing the tilt axis 6.1.1 Adjusting sliding arm6.2 Balancing roll axis① Unlock the tilt axis, turn the camera lens upwards.② Unscrew the sliding arm screw.③ Slide vertical arm to balance it until the camera stays there at any angle, balance successful.④ Tighten the sliding arm screw.① Push the camera lens forward, unlock the quick release plate safety lock.② Move the quick release plate to the camera balncing position.③ Lock the quick release plate with fixed plate safety lock.① Unlock Roll axis motor lock.② Unscrew the cross arm screw.③ Move the cross arm to balancing status.④ Tighten cross arm screw.6.3 Balancing pan axis① Unlock pan axis motor lock② Hold the handle and slant it(＞15°), put the vertical arm horizontally, unscrew the vertical arm screw③ Move the vertical arm to balancing status④ Tighten vertical arm screw.1
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Be sure to unlock the position lock before using the gimbal.When combined, any power button can be powered on the gimbal. When separate , please power on each part.Long press the power button and release it when you hear the beep sound.Power ON/ OFF7Locking the touch screen and standby mode8
Gimbal Power ButtonUse the memory red dot to mark the balancing positionRemote control9
The handle is a remote control. Powering on the gimbal when it’s combined with the handle automatically generates matching information. When used separately next time, the handle can remotely control the gimbal directly.Handle Power Button1 0 Download the Manfrotto gimbal MVG300XM App.Download the APPLock the touch Screen: Single tap any power button to lock the touch screen.Unlock the touch Screen: Single tap any power button again to unlock it.Standby mode: Double tap any power button for standby mode.Wake up mode: In the standby mode, single tap any power button or tap the icon on the touch screen to wake up the gimbal.6
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(1) Turn on the smartphone Bluetooth, power on the gimbal.(2) Turn on the gimbal application and follow the prompts to connect to MVG 300XM.Please download the detailed user manual from the Manfrotto.com website.Connecting APPUser's manual7

Thanks for using Manfrotto gimbal. The information in this document affectsyour safety and your legal rights and responsibilities. Read the entire documentcarefully to ensure proper configuration before use, Failure to read and followinstructions and warnings in this document may result in serious injury to yourselfor others, or damage to your products or damage to other objects in the vicinity.By using this product, you hereby signify that you have read this disclaimerand warning carefully and that you understand and agree to abide by the termsand conditions herein. You agree that you are solely responsible for your ownconduct while using this product, and for any consequences thereof. You agreeto use this product only for purposes that are proper and in accordance withall applicable laws, rules, and regulations, and all terms, precautions, practices,policies and guideline Manfrotto has made and may make available.Manfrotto accepts no liability for damage, injury or any legal responsibilityincurred directly or indirectly from the use of product.Manfrotto will not provide any service for any product obtained from abnormalchannels.1. Make sure motor spinning is not blocked by external force when gimbal ispower on.2. Gimbal DO NOT contact water or other liquid if the gimbal is not markwaterproof or splash-proof. Waterproof and splash-proof product DO NOTcontact sea water or other corrosive liquid.3. DO NOT disassembly the gimbal except is detachable available. It need sendto Manfrotto after-sales or authorized service center to fix it if you accidentlydisassembly and cause abnormal work. The relevant costs are borne by user.4. Prolonged continuous operation may cause the motor surface temperature torise, please operate carefully.1. Keep the gimbal and battery out of the reach of children and pets.2. DO NOT leave the gimbal and battery near heat sources such as a furnace orheater. DO NOT leave the gimbal and battery inside of a vehicle on hot days.3. Please storage the battery in dry environment.4. DO NOT overcharge or overuse the battery, otherwise it will cause damage tothe battery core.5. Never use the gimbal and battery when the temperature is too high or too low.6. Please take out batteries from gimbal if long time without using gimbal.DisclaimerNoticeStorage and Maintenance1. To avoid fire, serious injury, and property damage, observe the followingsafety guidelines when using, charging or storing the battery.(1) DO NOT allow the battery to come into contact with any kind of liquid. DONOT leave the battery out in the rain or near a source of moisture. DO NOT dropthe battery into water.(2) If the battery falls into water by accident, put it in a safe and open areaimmediately. Maintain a safe distance from the battery from the battery until it iscompletely dry. Never use the battery again.(3) If batteries catch fire, use water, water mister, sand, fire blanket, dry powder,carbon dioxide fire extinguisher to extinguish the fire immediately. It is proneto explosion after a large fire. Please choose the fire extinguishing methodaccording to above recommended order according to the actual situation.(4) DO NOT use or charge swollen, leaky or damage battery.(5) DO NOT disassemble or pierce the batteries in any way or the battery mayleak.(6) DO NOT drop or strike batteries. DO NOT place heavy objects on the batteryor charger.(7) DO NOT use the battery if it falls.(8) DO NOT heat batteries.(9) DO NOT use the batteries in strong electrostatic or electromagneticenvironments. Otherwise, the battery may occur short circuit.(10) Electrolytes in the battery are highly corrosive. If any electrolytes makecontact with your skin or eyes, immediately wash the affected area with freshrunning water for at least 15 minutes, and then see a doctor immediately.(11) Please use official batteries are provided by Manfrotto. If you need replacethe battery, please purchase at Manfrotto official website or authorizeddealer. Manfrotto will not be responsible for the battery accident and devicesmalfunction cause by batteries use from unofficial provided.2. DO NOT drop or strike batteries. If the battery is abnormal, contact ManfrottoAfter-sales support.Battery Safety Guidelines
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