Induro AT Tripod User Manual

Interchangeable Spiked and Rubber Feet
(select models)

Most Induro tripods include interchangeable
Stainless Steel Spiked or Rubber Feet.
They provide the right contact depending
on the surface or terrain that the tripod
will be used in. To remove the Rubber Feet
simply unscrew each Rubber Foot counter­clock wise and replace with the provided
Spiked Feet. Tighten the Spiked Feet using
the included Wrench.

(MAI N FIGURE)

Accessory Short Column (FIGURE 9)

An accessory Short Column is available to
replace the Standard Center Column for
performance operation and and low level
camera positioning. To install, rst remove
Tripod Head, Locking Nut, Top Plate, Mounting
Screw and Weight Hook. Loosen the Center
Column Locking K nob and pull the Center
Column out. Insert the new Short Column in
place, tighten Center Column Locking Knob
and reassemble Top Plate mounting parts,
Tripod Head, and Weight Hook.

Multi-Function Spider Casting

The heavy-duty, extra-wide Magnesium Alloy
cross-braced center casting was designed
to provide the greatest core stability for
your Induro Tripod. In addition, it includes
an integral Bubble Level, removable
Carrying Strap Loop and a dual threaded
Accessory Mount.

USER NOTICE

Do not exceed the maximum specied load c
capacity (see specications on the package
label or visit w ww.indurogear.com).

Always ensure that Leg and Head Locks c
are tightly engaged before mounting any
gear on your Tripod.

Do not use any Tripod below temperatures c
of −4°F or above +158°F (−20°C / +70°C).

Always clean and dry any Tripod after it c
has been exposed to wet, dusty, sandy
or salty conditions. Your Tripod is not
recommended for use in salt water. If
required, clean tripod using a mild soap
solution applied with a soft cloth, rinse
with fresh water and dry with soft towel.
Remove any dust, dirt or sand from all Leg
Locks, Leg Sec tions and all moving parts.

Do not leave any Tripod in the sun c
for prolonged periods and avoid high
temperature exposure.

Avoid leaving any Tripod or Monopod c
unattended in areas where people could
trip over the gear and get hurt.

Remove camera, lens, and all gear from c
any tripod when transpor ting.

For your safety, don’t let your Induro c
gear come in contact with any electrical
power source.

C T– SER IES & AT–SERIES TR IPODS

OPER AT Ing InST RuC TIOnS

Thank you for making Induro your choice for

professional photographic gear. Your Induro gear

is manufactured to provide years of dependable

service. In order to obtain optimum satisfaction

and performance we suggest that you carefully

read these instructions and provide them to

anyone who may also use your Induro gear.

Spec ificatio ns and desig n are subjec t to change w ithout not ice.

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Locking
Nut

1/4-20 + 3/8
Mounting Screw

Wrench

Unlock Lock

Leg Angle Adjustment Lock

Closed Cell Foam Grip

Reversible Grooved
Center Column

Retractable
Weight Hook

Rubber Foot

2

4 5 6

Center Column

Locking Knob

Spider Casting

Leg Lock Grip

Interchangeable

Spiked Foot

(on select models)

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7

8

Head Mounting (FI GURES 1 & 2)

If your Tripod did not come with a Head, select one
of the ne Induro Tripod Heads that match your size
Tripod a nd install by screwing the Head clockwise o nto
the 3/8" Mounting Thread of the Top Plate. Once it is
hand tight, secure by fully tightening the Head Locking
Screw(s) from below with the included Allen Key.

Most Heads have a 3/8" base mount so your Induro
Tripod is shipped with the 3/8 Mounting Thread
exposed, but if the Head you choose uses a 1/4–20
you can attach it by simply reversing the Mounting
Screw. To do this turn the Locking Nut counter­clockwise (using the supplied Wrench) until it
becomes loose, and unscrew the Mounting Screw
until it can be completely removed. Reverse the
Screw, so that the threads are in position and screw
it back into place, secure with the Locking Nut using
the Wrench.

NOTE: Allow enough of the screw threads to be
available for maximum security when the Tripod
Head is mounted onto the Tripod. It’s recommended
that at least 5 to 6 threads be exposed before locking
the Mounting Screw in place.

OPERATION

Before using your Tripod, adjust each Leg Section to
the desired height and Leg Angle Setting.

Make sure that the Tripod is rmly resting on a level
surface and mount your camera securely on the
Tripod Head. Always engage any safety locks on the
Tripod Head to prevent any accidental dismounting.

FOR BEST RESULTS: Do not raise the Tripod higher
than necessary and extend the largest diameter
Leg Sections rst. Only extend the Center Column
if required to reach maximum height or to ne-tune
the ver tical position.

FOR EXTRA STABILITY: Carefully hang your camera
bag or other weight on the Retrac table Spring­Loaded Weight Hook at the bottom of the Center
Column.

NOTE: Never carry your Tripod with camera
gear attached.

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SETUP

Leg Angle Adjustment (FIG URE 3)

To accommodate uneven terrain, awkward shooting
situations or for low angle shooting, your Induro
Tripod includes a 3-position Leg Angle Adjustment
Sliding Lock. Each Leg can be adjusted by pulling the
Leg Angle Lock out and selecting one of the three
positions. Please make sure that the Leg Angle Lock
is securely pushed back into the lock position after
you have selected the desired Leg Angle.

Leg Section Adjustment (FIGURES 4 & 5 )

Each Leg section can be adjusted to the desired
length by turning the leg lock grip 1/2 turn (180°)
clockwise until the Leg is free to slide in or out. Once
the desired length is achieved, turn the Leg Lock Grip
counter-clockwise until the Leg Section is securely
locked. Repeat this step for each Leg and each
Section until the Tripod is set to the desired height.

NOTE: To prevent any accidental damage to your gear,
always remove any mounted equipment (camera, etc.)
from the Tripod before adjusting the Leg Sections.

Raising and Lowering the Center Column

(FIGU RE 6)

To raise or lower the Center Column, turn the Center
Column Locking Knob clockwise and set the Column
to the desired position. While holding the Column
in position, turn the Center Column Locking Knob
counter-clockwise to secure the Column in place.
Don’t over-tighten the Center Column Lock, as this
could damage the threads.

NOTE: Take special care when raising or lowering
the Center Column, if a camera or equipment is
mounted on the Tripod. Never loosen the Center
Column Locking Knob without holding the Center
Column. Failure to follow these instructions could
result in damaged equipment.

Reversible Center Column (F IGURES 7 & 8)

Your Tripod has the ability to reverse the Center
Column for close-up photography, copy work and for
difcult to reach objects.

To reverse the Center Column, unscrew the
Retractable Weight Hook located on the bottom
of the Center Column. Loosen the Center Column
Locking Knob and pull the Center Column out.
Insert the Center Column through the bottom with
the Mounting Plate upside-down and retighten the
Center Column Locking Knob securely. The Center
Column has an anti-twist groove, be sure to line-up
the groove with the key before inserting the Column
back into the Main Casting.

NOTE: Do not reverse the Center Column when a
camera or equipment is mounted.