The 3/8-16 hole is for attaching one part of the two-part, quick-release camera mount
that is provided. The other part, the receiver end, attaches to a tripod with either a
¼-20 or 3/8-16 screw. This is described below.
The 1/4-20 hole can be used to attach to a standard camera mount.
Using this size
mount is not recommended.
2.2.1
Camera Tripod Installation
Remove the DeltaSphere-3000 scanner from its shipping case and place it on a level surface as
shown in Figure 2.
Note: When placing the DeltaSphere-3000 on a flat surface, always
put the side with the rubber feet down; never place it on the side
with the various connectors.
The quick release camera mount provided is recommended for use with a photographer’s tripod.
We recommend a heavy-duty tripod with a 3/8-16 mounting screw and a ‘geared column’.
Figure 2 shows the base of the DeltaSphere-3000 as well as the two parts of the quick-release
camera mount.
Figure 2 DeltaSphere-3000 base plate and quick-release camera mount
To use this mount, first attach the 3/8-16 screw of the quick-release base plate to the
DeltaSphere base plate as shown in Figure 3.
Note: When tightening the quick release base plate, hold the
DeltaSphere’s cylindrical base plate firmly to avoid putting tension
on the positioning motor.
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