Advertisement
Open the 3 tripod legs.
To adjust the height of the tripod, each leg has telescopic extensions that can be released by rotating lever "A" on the locking collar "B".
When the required height is achieved, lock lever "A".
Each leg can be set at 4 angles of spread. To change the angle on a leg, close the leg towards the centre column slightly and press down the locking button "C" at the top of the leg.
Whilst holding the button down, select the new leg angle and then release button "C" to lock in position.
The angle of each leg can be adjusted independently of the other two legs. The last position allows to achieve the floor level.
To release the centre column "D", unlock knob "E" and adjust the height of the column as required. Tighten knob "E" to lock the column in position.
Note: The best locking is achieved by rotating the centre column "D" until aligning parts "X", "Y" to the locking lever "E" as shown in figure 3.
The sliding centre column can also be used in the horizontal plane: this not only allows the camera to be offset from the legs' position, it provides the simplest way possible to shoot from directly overhead:
In order to set up the center column in vertical position, proceed as follow:
Remove the cap "Z" (fig.1)
Mount the camera head on the plate at the top of the centre column via the 3/8" mounting screw (screw head clockwise). Then raise the centre column and with a small screwdriver, tighten the screw "M" up against the base of the head, taking care not to force it. This unique feature works especially well with Manfrotto heads due to the specially designed base, which prevents the head unscrewing accidentally.
To remove the head, loosen the screw "M" and unscrew the head from the column counter-clockwise).
NOTE
For outdoor use, especially in windy conditions, it is possible to stabilise the tripod: hook a counterweight (not supplied) onto the ring "L"
The tripod has an hanging ring "T" for optional carrying strap
If the telescopic leg extensions slip even after having tightened the locking lever "A", the locking tension will need to be adjusted. In order to do this:
Normally a third of a turn will be sufficient to achieve the correct locking tension.
In order to replace locking collar "B" (fig. 1), please use a TORX key number 25 (not supplied with product).
Here you can download full pdf version of manual, it may contain additional safety instructions, warranty information, FCC rules, etc.
Advertisement
Thank you! Your question has been received!
Need Assistance?
Do you have a question about the MT290DUA3 that isn't answered in the manual? Leave your question here.