Induro DR Hi-Hat User Manual

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Multi-Function Spider Casting

The heavy-duty, extra-wide Magnesium Alloy cross-braced center casting was des to provide the greatest core stability for your Induro Tripod. In addition, there are three strategically placed dual threaded Accessory Mounts for convenience and versatility. (3/8” into the casting with a 3/8 > 1/4 threaded adapter, covered by a 1/4” screw)

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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 Leg and Head Locks

are t

ightly engaged before mounting any

gear on your Tripod.

c Do not use any Tripod below temperatures

of −4°F or above +158°F (−20°C / +70°C).

c Always clean and dry any Tripod after it

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 al Locks, Leg Sections and all moving parts.

c Do not leave any Tripod 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 when transporting.

c For your safety, don’t let your Induro

gear come in contact with any electrical power source.

DOPIRT POTELBAT/TAH-IH RD

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Thank you for making Induro your choice for

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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 design are subject to change without notice.

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Half Ball Adapter (size depends on model).

Tripod Level

Leg Angle Adjustment Lock

Leg Lock Grip

Foot Mounting Hole

Spider Casting

Accessory

Mounting Point (3)

Head

Lock Knob

Pivoting Pod Foot

SETUP

Head Mounting (FIGURES 1 & 2)

Your Tripod is designed to accommodate Video Heads and Adapters. It is shipped complete with a matching Half Ball Adapter pre-mounted and incorporates a standard 3/8” male screw which is compatible with many ﬂat base Heads and QR Clamps. Install your standard ﬂat base Head or Adapter by screwing it clockwise on to the 3/8" Mounting Screw of the Top Plate.

If you are mounting a Video Head with a Ball base or other Half Ball Adapter. Unscrew the Head Lock Knob completely clockwise until it is free of the threaded shaft. Then remove the Curved Plate and Washer and pull the Half Ball out of the top of the Spider Casting. Insert your new Video Head and reverse the procedure securing with the Curved Plate, Washer and Head Lock Knob, turning counter-clockwise. NOTE: a 3/8” threaded Locking Knob is included and ﬁts most Italia 10mm threaded Locking Knob is available to secure most German and British Video heads.

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nd Asian Video heads, an optional

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OPERATION

Leg Angle Adjustment (FIGURE 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 Le Lock is securely pushed back into the lock position after you have selected the desired Leg Angle.

Leg Section Adjustment (FIGURE 4)

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 eac Secti

on until the Tripod is set to the desired height.

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Foot Adjustment

Pivoting Pod Feet swivel to accommodate different Leg Angles and also provide maximum terrain compatibility. In addition, the Tripod can be secure by bolting, screwing or spiking through the Foot Mounting Holes. The Mounting Holes are reinforced and accept fasteners up to M10 or 3/8” in diameter.

Head Leveling

Most Video Heads and Still Camera Heads have a Bubble Level built-in to provid pans. To make an adjustment to Bowl mounted Heads or Adapters, turn the Head Lock Knob clockwise slightly to loosen, and rotate the head in the Bowl until it is level. Turn the Head Lock Knob counterclockwise to secure.

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UnlockLock

3/8" Mounting Screw

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