ATTACHING THE LEVEL TO A TRIPOD
This laser level is designed to be attachable to a standard 1/4” thread
tripod mounting screw.
We recommend a tripod that has the following features:
1) Heavier legs so the tripod is less prone to vibration
2) Good quality locking mechanisms on the leg height adjustments so
the legs don’t slip out of position
3) Head height that is adjusted by turning a crank or knob. This is im-
portant if you want to be able to easily set the precise height of the
laser
4) Head angle with adjustable Pitch (front up/down), Yaw (spin
around), and Roll (side to side). Most tripods will have all three of
these types of adjustment. Pitch and Roll are only needed if you are
using the level in Fixed Laser Mode. The ability to spin the level
without moving the tripod is particularly helpful if the tripod is on an
uneven surface.
5) Bubble level to assist in positioning laser into self-leveling range
Most users will not need a top-quality tripod. Since tripods come in a
wide range of prices and features, we believe it is best for the end
users to decide which tripod, if any, is the best fit for their needs.
LASER ENHANCING GOGGLES
In bright lighting conditions (such as outdoors in daylight), it can be
difficult to see the laser beam. Goggles with red lenses can make it
somewhat easier to see a red laser. In some conditions, using red
goggles can provide a significant improvement. Inexpensive red
goggles are widely available online and in hardware stores.
In very bright conditions, such as direct sunlight, the ambient light will
wash out the laser. If you need to use a laser level primarily outdoors
or in bright lighting conditions, a Rotary Laser will work much better
than a line laser such as this model.
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