Reversible threaded post | Short Center Column |
370 mm
(14 7/12)"
1. The threaded post on the upper end of the | 2. To reverse a post, first loosen the base | For the lowest possible camera angle with the |
center column is 3/8". The threaded post on | plate. | legs fully spread, a special short center column |
the lower end of the center column is | Then remove the post, reverse it, and rein- | is available as an optional accessory.* |
reversible, 1/4" and 3/8". If 1/4" post is need- | sert it. Retighten the base plate. | This makes the lowest position 370 mm (14 7/12") |
ed at the top, reverse the center column | Note: When reversing the lower threaded | from the ground. |
itself (see “Using the short center column”) | post, move the rubber ring up first. |
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| Operating Instructions |
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| Congratulation on the purchase of a SLIK Professional |
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| SLIK Corporation has designed your tripod to be a sturdy, rugged, |
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| dependable product that will provide you with many years of satisfac- |
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| tory use. |
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| Please take a few moments to read this operating instruction careful- |
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| ly before use so that you can take full advantage of your Tripod's |
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| many fine features. |
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| Retain this operating instruction in case you might want to refer back to it. |
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| Caution |
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| This caution icon refers to information pertaining to important safety |
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| procedures in preventing injuries, or damages which may occur as a |
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| result of mishandling this product. |
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| Prohibition |
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| tents. Please refer to instructions closely to avoid accidents. |
Specification
Folded length | 810mm |
| (31 11/12") |
Max. operating height | 1,835mm |
| (72 1/4") |
Max. center column ext. 285mm
| (11 1/4") |
Weight | 4.9kg |
| (10lbs 13oz) |
Using the short center column
Key
Groove
Components
Pan head
Center column tension adjustment nut
Pan head
1/4" Camera | 3/8" Camera mounting screw |
mounting screw |
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| Camera platform |
Camera locking knob | Dual axis |
Main body | bubble levels |
Camera mounting screw |
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1.Remove the lower base plate and the rubber ring.
2.Loosen the center column ten- sion adjustment knob and nut three or four complete turns.
3.Using the elevation control handle, crank out the center column, while holding on to the head.
4.Remove the rubber ring and lower base plate from the short center column.
5.Match the groove of the short center column to the Key guide inside the body of the tripod. Check to be sure this is per- fectly matched.
6.Turn the elevation control handle to engage the gear on the short center column. Check to be sure operation is smooth.
If not, recheck positioning as described in (5).
7.Replace the rubber ring and base plate.
8.Be sure to attach the rubber ring and base plate to the cen- ter column that you just removed to prevent loss.
Elevation control handle
Lower center column tension adjustment nut
Center column
Soft grip
Pan & tilt handle |
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| Vertical tilt handle | |
| Panning lock knob | |
3/8" Tripod attachment | Panning Guide | |
Pan/Tilt head stand | ||
female screw | ||
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Adjustment of center column play (after using tripod) | Options |
Leg
Leg lock nut
Rubber leg tips
Rubber ring
Reversible threaded post
Accessory
Tripod case
Base plate
Allen wrench
Adjustment of the center column play can be accomplished by locking a screw with the enclosed allen wrench.
1.Unlock center column tension adjustment knob and nut.
2.Insert enclosed allen wrench into wrench hole and tighten the screw.
3.Turn the elevation control han- dle to check the tightness of the center column. Also check for any play by moving the head while keeping the legs steady.
4.If the center column is too tight, use the allen wrench to loosen the screw and adjust.
SHORT CENTER COLUMN FOR PROFESSIONAL Ⅱ
Caution
Soft Grip is consumption and cannot be used permanently. Please replace it whenever ragged.
(2mm width)
Care of the Tripod
・DO NOT apply any grease or oil to this product. ・Clean with a mild detergent and a soft cloth only. ・DO NOT use close to flame. Avoid extreme heat.
OIL THINNER
Slik corporation reserves the right to make changes in design and/or improvements on the products without any obligation and advanced notice.
SLIK CORPORATION
853 Kayama, Hidaka City, Saitama | Printed in Thailand. |
Pan head attachment screw | Carrying the tripod | Equipment that can be loaded on | |
Prohibition | Prohibition | this tripod | |
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| This product has been designed to handle |
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| equipment weighing under 10 kgs (22 lbs). |
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| Do not overload. |
Do not attach a camera directly to the pan | Carrying a tripod with a camera left on can | Some equipments weighing under 10 kgs (22 |
head attachment screw of the center column. | result in unexpected accidents. We therefore, | lbs), such as long lenses, may not balance well |
This may damage both your camera and tripod. | recommend you to remove your camera while | due to its weight distribution. In such case, |
| carrying the tripod. | please use a larger tripod. |