Induro BHL BallHead User Manual

BHL-SERIES BALL HE AD

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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.

Specifications and des ign are subject to chang e without notice.

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Bubble Level

Mounting Platform

Pan Locking Knob

Base

1

2

Quick Release

Locking Knob

Head Locking Knob

Lock Limiter

(Drag Control

Stop Scr ews (2)

Mounting Screw

SETUP

Head Mounting

Install by screwing the head clockwise onto the
3/8" mounting thread of the top plate of the Tripod
or Monopod. Once it is hand tight, secure by fully
tightening the Head Locking Screw(s) (on select
model s) from below.

OPERATION

The BHL-Series Ballheads are professional Low
Profile machined Heavy Duty Black Aluminum
Alloy designs. They feature a separate Pan Locking
Knob and a unique Limit controlled Head Locking
Knob which provides both a Drag Control and Rapid
Locking action. In addition, a Universal Quick
Release Clamp with secondary Safety Lock System
and Bubble Level is incorporated.

Universal Quick Release Plate System

The BHD-Series Ballheads feature a Universal
Arca-Swiss style Quick Release Plate system. It
offers a quick method of mounting or releasing a
Camera or Equipment from the Head. It’s important
that the correct Quick Release Plate be used along
with the proper mounting screw (1/4–20 is included
as the standard size but spare 1/4–20 plates of
various lengths are available as accessories). The
Mounting Screw can be tightened with either an
Allen Key or a coin. Extra Plates are recommended
as you can screw one to each Camera or Lens for
even greater convenience when rapidly mounting
and dismounting gear. And because of compatibility
with the Universal Arca-Swiss style system,
most plates and special brackets from other
manufacturers can be used as well.

Quick Release Lock (FIGURE 1)

The Quick Release Lock offers two levels of security
for your gear. To remove the Quick Release Plate,
turn the Quick Release Locking Knob counter­clock wise. A partial opening of the cl amping
mechanism allows the Quick Release Plate to slide
on the Mounting Plat form for proper bal ance and
positioning. Two Stop Screws (removable) on the
bottom of the Quick Release Plate provide this first
level of securit y. An additional pull and counter­clock wise turn of the Quick Release Locking Knob
opens the clamp fully so that the Quick Release
Plate can be tilted out to be removed. Reverse the
process and tighten the Quick Release Locking Knob
to secure the Quick Release Plate.

Ballhead Controls (FIG URE 2)

A large Head Locking Knob locks the Ballhead in
place. Once the Knob is turned counter-clockwise
and loosened, the Ballhead can move freely allow ing
the Mounting Platform to be positioned anywhere
within a 0–90° vertical orientation. This movement is
expanded by the use of the Pan Locking Knob which

adds a 360° Panning range. The Pan control is fully
independent and positioning can be adjusted easily
and accurately by using the Graduated Panning
Scale and Pointer on the Base of the Ballhead.

A unique feature of the BHL is the ability to
incorporate and set a fixed level of Drag in the Ball
movement using the Lock Limiter. For optimum
results attach a camera of typical weight capacity
to the head and while holding, just tighten the Head
Locking Knob clockwise until there is enough
tension on the ball so that the camera doesn't slip on
it's own but that you can make comfortable camera
movements. Then rotate the inner Lock Limiter
clock wise in order to fix this position as the "of f"
setting of the Head Locking Knob. You will now find
the Lock has a new limited range of movement with
just enough tension at one end so you shouldn't
have to hold the camera/lens in order for it to stay
in position, but can fully lock the head with a quick
clock wise turn. Slots in the Lock Limiter make it
possible to use a coin rather than your fingers if it's
necessary to loosen the Lock Limiter.

FOR OPT IMUM RESULTS: Adjust the Drag under the
weight capacit y, temperature and conditions under
which the Ballhead will be used.

NOTE: Do not over tighten any Locking Knobs as this
could damage the Ballhead locking mechanism.

USER NOTICE

c Do not exceed the maximum specified load

capacity (see specifications on the package label
or visit www.indurogear.com).

c Always ensure that all Ballhead locks are tightly

engaged before mounting any gear.

c Always clean and dr y any Ballhead after it has

been exposed to wet, dusty, sandy or salty
conditions. Your Ballhead is not recommended
for use in salt water. If required, clean Ballhead
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 locks and
all moving parts.

c Do not leave any Ballhead in the sun for prolonged

periods and avoid high temperature exposure.

c Avoid leaving any Tripod or Monopod unattended

in areas where people could trip over the gear
and get hurt.

c Remove camera, lens, and all gear from any

Tripod or Monopod when transpor ting.

c For your safety, don’t let your Induro gear come in

contact with any electric al power source.