Miller Camera Support 1576 Tripod Set-Up, Tripod Pull Down, Transport Clips, Leg Lock Adjustment

TRIPOD SET-UP

Remove tripod from carry case and stand on a level surface

(if possible). Unclip the 2 transport clips located on the lower tube section of the tripod.

Single Stage Sprinter II Tripod

(one Sprint-Lok per leg to control lower stage).

1.	Holding top of tripod, use thumb and forefinger to open (disengage)
	the Sprint-Lok lever on each tripod leg.
2.	Extend the tripod to the required height then
	close (engage) the Sprint-Lok levers. Ensure the feet are flat on the
	ground.
3.	Spread the tripod legs fully apart and repeat (1) to ensure the tripod
	bowl is approximately level.
4.	Adjust the Mid Level or Ground spreader if required (see Spreader
	section)
5.	Gently pull two legs outwards, to make the tripod more stable.

TRIPOD PULL DOWN

1.Remove camera payload from fluid head.

2.Close the tripod, ensuring first that the spreader telescopic arms are exactly the same length before fully closing the tripod legs.

3.Open (disengage) all Sprint Loks while holding the top of the tripod and with tripod feet on the ground, then fully lower the tripod to its shortest length.

4.Close (engage) all Sprint Loks.

5.Re-attach 2 transport clips.

6.Return tripod to carry case if finished shooting.

TRANSPORT CLIPS

The 2 Transport Clips (Fig 3), are de-	Transport Clip	Fig 3.
signed to hold the Sprinter tripod’s three
legs together during transport. Their
spring-loaded design means they are

LEG LOCK ADJUSTMENT

Over time the leg locks may need adjusting to prevent leg slippage.

Upper Leg Lock: ( Fig 7.)

For Single & 2 stage Sprinter II Tripod.

Adjust the Upper Leg Lock Assembly in a locked position using (supplied) 5mm Hex Key - P6579.

1.Extend the upper stage half way and lock the Upper Lever.

2.Turn the Upper Leg lock Nut clockwise 1/8th of a turn. Release Upper Lever and ensure that stage slides freely.

3.When adjusted correctly Leg Lock Lever should only have a small amount of “free play” before locking action commences. If this free play is excessive repeat the steps above.

Lower Leg Lock: (Fig 8.)

For 2 stage Sprinter II Tripod only.

Adjust the Lower Leg Lock Assembly in locked position using a (supplied) 5mm Hex Key. - P6579

1.Extend the lower stage half way and lock the Lower Lever.

2.Tighten the adjusting screw gradually clockwise 1/8th of a turn. Release Lower Lever and ensure leg slides freely.

3.When adjusted correctly Leg Lock Lever should only have a small amount of “free play” before locking action commences. If this free play is excessive repeat the steps above.

When finished, ensure that all Leg Lock Levers lock flush with the tripod brackets.

6. Level the fluid head using the Bubble Level and ball leveling feature

of the fluid head.

2-Stage Sprinter II Tripod

(2 Sprint Loks per leg to control mid and lower stage).

1.The 2 Sprint Loks on each leg can be opened (disengaged) independently or simultaneously.

2.Proceed as per Single Stage tripod setup instructions.

Note: On 2-Stage tripods, optimum rigidity is achieved when mid and low- er tripod stages are both extended equally to achieve the desired height.

easily gripped and detached for set up,

and reattached.

CARRY HANDLE

The Sprinter II Inline patented Carry handle (fig 4.) is designed so the Sprinter II tripod and fluid head remain balanced while being carried by hand. The rubber handle offers secure grip, while the flexible nylon attachments let it rest, between the tripod legs, during

shooting.

Fig 4.

5mm Hex key

5mm Hex key

Test each leg lock assembly by: Fig 8.

·Unlocking and locking lever several times.

·The lever should close with a definitive ‘click’.

·The end of the lever should close against the bracket.

·The tripod legs must slide freely when unlocked.

Fig 7.

SPREADERS

A Mid Level or Ground Spreader allows for rapid tripod setup and pull down by keeping tripod legs at an equal or preset distance relative to each other. A Mid Level Spreader attaches to the centre bracket of a tripod leg, while a ground spreader attaches directly to the tripod feet.

Mid Level Spreader (Fig 5.)

The Miller Mid Level Spreader provides for continuous variable adjustment between maximum and minimum height settings. The tripod height and overall footprint can be adjusted by turning the Height Adjustment knob or by adjusting the length of the telescopic spreader arms.

MID LEVEL	Telescopic Clamp
SPREADER

	Height Adjustment Knob
Quick Release Latch	Fig 5.

Setup

1.Set the tripod feet to the desired location – you may need to screw the Height Adjustment Knob SCREW OUT or adjust the length of the spreader arms to do this.

2.Screw the Height Adjustment Knob SCREW IN until resistance is felt.

3.Pull two legs outwards slightly to ensure stable stance of tripod.

Pull Down

1.Before closing the tripod, ensure all spreader arms are either fully retracted or adjusted to exactly the same length before closing the tripod legs. If a quick release latch is stuck, undo the spreader arm telescoping clamp to release tension on the latch.

Ground Spreader (Fig 6.)

The Miller Ground Spreader provides telescoping adjustment of each spreader arm to allow for lower height settings or uneven ground.

GROUND SPREADER

Adjustment Knob

Fig 6.

Set up

1.Set the tripod in the desired location.

2.Pull two legs outwards until Ground Spreader is lying on the supporting surface

3.Extend telescoping arms if required to reposition individual tripod legs

Pull Down

1.Close tripod by pulling Ground Spreader up by centre ring. Ensure all spreader telescoping arms are either fully retracted or adjusted to exactly the same length before closing the tripod legs.

LEG TO BOWL ADJUSTMENT

The leg to bowl pivot joint on the Sprinter tripod should have no lateral or free play movement and should swing with a firm, smooth resistance. Adjustment is usually not required; however, should it become necessary, the following procedure must be observed. (Fig 9.)

1.Leg to Bowl Adjustment to eliminate lateral or free play movement: Using a cross head screwdriver, ensure Bracket Mounting Screws on both sides of the Leg Top Bracket are tight. Retighten if neces sary. Check all legs.

2.Leg pivot or ‘swing’ adjustment to ensure firm, smooth resistance.

Tighten the Leg Pivot Screws on each side of the Leg Top Bracket using a 4mm Hex key until a smooth resistance is maintained. Check all legs.

Leg Top Bracket	4mm Hex Key
	Leg Pivot Screw

#2 Pozi Head

Screw Driver

Bracket Mounting	Fig 9.
Screws

SAFETY

READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL

Miller recommends that all camera support equipment should be carried in a reinforced carry case

All Miller Sprinter II systems include a reinforced carry case that protects

the tripod from impact damage and limits exposure to heat and moisture

during carriage and storage.

Ensure the weight of the payload does not exceed the specified capacity.

Never set up or pull down a tripod while a camera is mounted on it.

Ensure all Tripod/Spreader locks are securly engaged prior to mounting camera.

The safe operation of the tripod is the responsibility of the operator.

MAINTENANCE

Regularly inspect the tripod, paying particular attention to any tube dam- age, leg lock adjustment, leg top adjustment, condition of the bowl rim, spreader mounting points, carry handle and feet.

Keep grit and dirt out of Sprint Loks as much as possible, including behind levers. Regularly clean the tripod with a clean damp rag or soft brush. Wipe off all sand, dust and salt spray.

Do not clean with solvents, cleaning fluids, lubricants, polishes, abrasives or wire brushes.

Transport and store the tripod in Miller case wherever possible. Store the tripod in a dry place, away from direct sunlight