Quick-release
mounting plate
locking lever
Column lock
Ball head
Rubber foot
4
Lift the quick-release plate locking lever, then remove the quick-release mounting plate.
5
Align the bottom of your camera or camcorder with the 1/4" mounting screw, then secure
your camera or camcorder to the plate with the screw. The screw should be tight.
6
Slide the mounting plate onto the base plate, then press the locking lever down to lock the
mounting plate in place.
CONVERTING TO A MONOPOD
1
Remove the ball head from the center column by turning the ball head assembly counter-
clockwise.
2
Remove the tripod legs from the center column by collapsing the legs, then turning the leg
assembly counter-clockwise. Turn the column upside down.
3
Attach the ball head and rubber foot to the column.
Note:
To use the monopod without the ball head, attach the spare mounting screw to the top of the
monopod using the included wrench.
V1 ENGLISH 14-0527
Maximum operating height
70.5 in. (179.1 cm)
Minimum operating height
24 in. (61 cm)
Folded height
26.8 in. (68.0 cm)
Net weight
2.1 lbs. (1 kg)
Max operating load
5.5 lbs. (2.5 kg)
Number of leg sections
2
Mounting screw thread
1/4” - 20
Panoramic angle
Horizontal: 360°
Vertical:
90°
Material Aluminum
alloy
4
To adjust the monopod height, flip open the center column locks and extend the column to
the height you want. Close the locks to lock the column in place.
Caution
: Incorrectly securing a lock can cause the center column to retract unexpectedly and could result
in damage to the monopod or attached camera or camcorder.
5
Lift the quick-release plate locking lever, then remove the quick-release mounting plate.
6
Align the bottom of your camera or camcorder with the 1/4" mounting screw, then secure
your camera or camcorder to the plate with the screw. The screw should be tight.
7
Slide the mounting plate onto the base plate, then press the locking lever down to lock the
mounting plate in place.
CONVERTING TO A MINI TRIPOD
1
Remove the ball head from the center column by turning the ball head assembly counter-clockwise.
2
Remove the tripod legs from the center column by collapsing the legs, then turning the leg
assembly counter-clockwise.
3
Remove mounting screw from bottom of the ball head assembly, then attach the ball head to
the leg assembly.
4
To adjust the height of the center column, loosen the column lock knob, raise the center
column to the height you want, then tighten the lock.
Note
: Extension is only 1".
5
To extend a leg, grasp the rubber foot and turn it counter-clockwise to release the lock. Pull
the leg to the length you want, then turn the rubber foot clockwise to lock the leg in place.
Caution
: Incorrectly securing a lock can cause the legs to retract unexpectedly and could result in damage
to the tripod or attached camera or camcorder.
6
Lift the quick-release plate locking lever, then remove the quick-release mounting plate.
7
Align the bottom of your camera or camcorder with the 1/4" mounting screw, then secure
your camera or camcorder to the plate with the screw. The screw should be tight.
8
Slide the mounting plate onto the base plate, then press the locking lever down to lock the
mounting plate in place.
USING YOUR BALL HEAD
• To pan, release the head locking lever, pan the tripod head, then lock it in place.
Note
: For maximum stability, always make sure that your camera lens is over a leg.
• To adjust the vertical tilt, release the head locking lever, adjust the vertical position, then lock
it in place.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• Make sure that all leg locks are correctly tightened and that the legs are fully opened before
use.
• Do not carry or transport your tripod with camera equipment attached (for example, over your
shoulder or cradled in your arms).
• Do not expose your tripod to excessive heat or cold, or use near any flame or fire.
• Do not oil or grease any part of the tripod.
• Do not use any solvents or thinners to clean your tripod. Use only a mild detergent and wipe
dry with a soft, lint-free cloth.
• Do not exceed the load limit of this tripod.
SPECIFICATIONS
ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
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For customer service, call 1-800-499-3964.
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