cause damage. Do not force a rotation when the locking screw is engaged.
Remember to disengage the lock after use. (g)
The locking screw can be useful for shooting 360 video or time lapse.
Shots Required
With APS-C sensor:
Minimum shots
= 3
Recommended shots = 4
Optional shots
= 6
Nadir shot is optional
4. Check Level & Unlock
Check the bubble level, and adjust your tripod so it is close to leveled. (f )
(f )
Make sure the locking screw is unlocked. Do not rotate the panohead with the
lock engaged, or damage may occur. (g)
(g) Disengage the lock before rotating.
5. Rotate & Shoot
With the locking screw unlocked, rotate the panohead and shoot 3, 4, or 6 stops
around 360 degrees. It is recommended to shoot in manual mode, with the same
white balance, aperture, shutter speed, and ISO settings for all shots. It is also
recommended to rotate in clockwise direction to prevent the unscrewing of the
panohead from the tripod. Auto Exposure Bracketing, HDR, D-lighting, and RAW
are optional and can be used to improve the image quality.
6. Optional Handheld Nadir Shot
Shooting a handheld nadir is optional for patching over the tripod or hole. When
shooting the nadir, the locking screw can be locked to resist rotation against
gravity. The locking screw should only be fi nger tight, as overtightening may
Cleaning
Wipe with damp towel.
Do not rinse or submerge metal parts in water.
Water may corrode springs and ball bearings.
Do not apply alcohol.
Additional Warnings
When the camera or the panohead is attached to a tripod, only lift them by
grabbing the tripod directly. Never lift from the camera or the panohead because
this could damage your equipment. Doing this and turning the tripod 90 degrees
horizontal is adding an equivalent load of 15kg, or 2 bowling balls on top of your
lens! The same warning applies when using a monopod, only lift by grabbing the
monopod directly. Never lift from the camera or panohead.
Max. recommended temperature: 70 °C (158 °F)
Max. temperature for adhesive components: 80 °C (176 °F)
Max. temperature for nylon body: 150 °C (302 °F)
Click Stops
The new rotator has selectable 3, 4, 6, and 8 clicks.
Install the screws no closer than 1/4 turn from stop, or damage may occur.
The detent plate is made of stainless steel.
•
Each screw is set optimally to each hole. It is best not to remove the screws
from the holes. The Lock Strip will also wear out after 2 complete removals.
•
To disengage the screw, simply turn it 1 revolution counterclockwise and
leave it in the hole.
•
To engage the screw, turn it slowly clockwise until you feel resistance, or
when it stops. Then turn it counterclockwise by 1/4 to 1/2 turns.
Detent click screw
Lock Strip
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