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22 LDK 4488, LDK 4489 SuperXpander/Xpander User’s Guide (v6.0)
Chapter 3 - Assembly
3.2 Tripod mounting
Caution
Only mount the unit on a tripod or pedestal and head that can carry a load of more than 50 kg
(110 lbs).
To mount the SuperXpander/Xpander on a tripod, first attach the tripod wedge plate to the
underside of the SuperXpander/Xpander as follows:
1. Lay the SuperXpander/Xpander on its side.
2. Fasten the balance knob tightly.
3.
Ensure that the flat side of the tripod wedge plate is against the underside of the
SuperXpander/Xpander.
4. Secure the tripod wedge plate to the SuperXpander/Xpander by screwing four M6 x 16
screws into the holes provided.
5. Slide the SuperXpander/Xpander onto the tripod and lock in place with the tripod locking
bar and security pin.
3.3 Mounting a lens
To mount the lens onto the SuperXpander/Xpander, proceed as follows:
1. Slide the viewfinder support back towards the rear of the SuperXpander/Xpander.
2. When the camera is mounted (in transport position) remove the lens cap before
proceeding.
3. Hook the lens onto the support rail ensuring that the upper lens pin fits into the slot in the
support rail.
balance
knob
viewfinder
support
viewfinder support
retaining lever
support rail
slot
lens support
rail
lens locking
handle
FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW
lens interface
connector