Chapter 2 - Installation
2.7Tripod adapter plate
To mount the camera on a tripod, the tripod plate LDK 5031/10 must first be attached to the tripod. Follow the tripod manufacturer’s instructions to mount the wedge plate supplied with the tripod and the tripod adapter plate firmly onto the tripod. Attach the camera to the tripod adapter plate as follows:
1.Slide the camera horizontally along the tripod adapter plate from back to front ensuring that the front of the camera engages the
2.Firmly push the camera forward until it clicks into place.
3.When the camera is mounted firmly, the locking lever (5) swings around fully to the rear of the plate. If the lever does not travel the full distance, you should manually lock it into place.
Caution
Failure to attach the camera to the tripod adapter plate in the correct manner could result in an unsecured camera. Ensure that the rear stud (2) is engaged and that the camera clicks into place.
Figure 2-8. Tripod adapter plate
1 | 3 | 4 |
2 | 5 |
Remove the camera from the tripod as follows:
1.Open the locking lever (5) to free the rear stud (2).
2.Press and hold the red locking lever (3) against the release handle (4).
3.Ensure that you have a firm hold of the camera.
4.Pull the release handle (4) forward.
5.Move the camera backwards and up.
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