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5. Counterweight
When shooting under windy
conditions or when using a
telephoto lens, the stability
of your camera is critical. The
built-in spring-loaded hook at
the bottom of the center column
allows you to hang a counter-
weight for increased stabilization,
such as a (not included) sandbag
or loaded equipment bag.
The tripod includes a mounting
screw with a 1/4” screw on one
end and a 3/8” screw on the other,
allowing you to mount either size
tripod head. To switch between
the two sizes, remove the plate
from the tripod by turning it
counter-clockwise.
Remove the screw, and insert the
opposite end back into the plate.
Mount the plate back onto the
tripod by turning it clockwise.
To mount a head, align the
bottom of the tripod mount with
the tripod’s mounting screw,
then twist clockwise until fully
secured. Do not over-tighten, as
this may cause damage.
6. Mounting the Head
4. Put the main column aside.
Tighten the Allen screw with
the Allen wrench so that the
screw is flush with the surface
of the center column. Insert the
short column into the tripod.
Tighten the center column
locking knob securely.
