7.Using the Tripod Mount (EF200mm f/2.8L II USM • EF300mm f/4L USM • EF400mm f/5.6L USM)

Adjusting the Revolving Mount

You can loosen the orientation lock-knob on the tripod mount to allow it to rotate as needed to fit a particular camera model for switching between vertical and horizontal positions.

The EF200mm f/2.8L II USM lens can be used with the A II (B) tripod mount ring, sold separately.

Detaching

Use the following procedures to remove and attach the tripod mount.

Turn the locking knob

With the collar open,

To install, while pulling the

counterclockwise until it

remove the tripod mount.

locking knob, bring the collar

becomes loose (about 3 turns),

 

to the original position, and

and pull the knob in the direction

 

tighten the locking knob

of the arrow to release the collar.

 

securely.

If the foot of the tripod mount overlaps the switch, loosen the orientation locking knob on the tripod mount to move the foot.

The tripod mount can be attached to or detached from the lens while the lens is attached to the camera.

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