Slide Kamera HST-3 User Manual

Slide Kamera HST-3
Tripod

Pdf version of the manual available for download: www.slidekamera.eu

Extremely rigid, stable and reliable
Slide Kamera HST-3 tripod ideal
for indoor and outdoor applications.
Specially designed construction
allows to stabilize video heads
and Slide Kamera devices.
All components of the tripod
are made with high precision,
what ensures high rigidity
of the device.

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User Manual

Before you start your work with Slide Kamera HST-3 tripod we strongly recommend to read the manual
carrefully. Please note that using the device in a manner inconsistent with the instructions, unauthorized
repair attempts or any kind of modification of the device can cause a damage the manufacturer
is not responsible for.

Photos of products may slightly differ from the actual product due to constant modifications
and improvements introduced by the manufacturer.

Table of contents

1. Elements and construction of Slide Kamera Slide Kamera HST-3 tripod...................................................2

2. Additional accessories...............................................................................................................................3

3. Product description...................................................................................................................................4

4. Specification.............................................................................................................................................4

5. Setting up the tripod.................................................................................................................................5

5.1. Spreader set-up.....................................................................................................................................5

5.2. Extending tripod legs..............................................................................................................................5

5.3. Setting up on uneven ground..................................................................................................................6

6. Mounting devices on Slide Kamera HST-3 tripod.......................................................................................7

7. .......................8

8. Maintenance.............................................................................................................................................9

9. Transport...................................................................................................................................................9

10. Terms of warranty....................................................................................................................................9

Slide Kamera ®

High Engineering Technology CNC s.c.
Sebastian Pawelec Karol Mikulski
Glina 45
82-522 Sadlinki
Vat Identification Number: 581-188-33-32

Slide Kamera Office

80-175 Gdańsk (Poland)
Ul. Kartuska 386
tel./fax [phone]

e-mail: [e-mail] / [e-mail]
www.slidekamera.pl / www.slidekamera.eu

AF-24 adapter for mounting photo-video accessories on Slide Kamera HST series tripods

In case of damage of Slide Kamera HST-3 tripod during transport you are required to submit:

R proof of purchase
R protective styrofoam inserts/ fillers included in the set in case of new product delivery

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If you fail to comply with the abovementioned conditions, the manufacturer

reserves the right to refuse the complaint.

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Once the shipment is received please make sure that all the elements of Slide Kamera HST-3 tripod
are inside.

Set includes:

R Slide Kamera HST-3 tripod with Slide Kamera HCZ 75mm or 100mm socket
R User Manual

Construction of Slide Kamera HST-3 tripod

Elements and construction of Slide Kamera Slide Kamera HST-3 tripod

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HST-3 tripod crown with Slide Kamera HCZ 75mm or 100mm [1]
Tripod crown [2]
Slide Kamera HCZ socket [3]
Bubble level [4]
Tripod leg that consists of three double strut leg sections [5]
Carrying handle [6]
Clamping lever [7]
Ground level spreader [8]
Spreader locking knobs [9]
Plastic fastening clamp[10]
Self-aligning feet [11]

2. Additional accessories

Tripod sockets:

Slide Kamera HCZ-75/100mm socket (Manfrotto system) [1]
Slide Kamera HCZ-75/100mm socket (Miller system) [2]
Slide Kamera HCZ-75/100mm socket (Sachtler system) [3]

Adapters:

Slide Kamera AF-18 leveling adapter [4]
Slide Kamera AF-16 quick mounting adapter [5]
AF-24 adapter for mounting photo-video accessories [6]

Half ball levelers:

Manfrotto MN520BALL 75mm [8]
Manfrotto MN500BALL 100mm [9]

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Bags:
Slide Kamera PSK-8 [7]

Support:

HSTA-2 support for
Slide Kamera HST series tripods [11]

Quick mounting screw:
Slide Kamera HSZ-2 [10]

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3. Product description

Extremely rigid, stable and reliable Slide Kamera HST-3 tripod ideal for indoor and outdoor applications.
Specially designed construction allows to stabilize video heads and Slide Kamera devices. All components
of the tripod are made with high precision, what ensures high rigidity of the device.
Tripod comes with a bubble level and aluminium crown with 75mm or 100mm socket (one to choose from).
Aluminium legs of the tripod are equipped with self-aligning feet that allow to set and stabilize the tripod
on uneven ground. Additionally, the construction of our tripod allows to set the legs of the device on different
hights, what proves extremely useful on uneven ground, hills, stairs etc. Three double strut leg sections
provide extra stability and rigidity of the device. Each section comes with a lever equipped with eccentric
clamp that allows for easy and stable adjustment of tripod hight as well as secures the legs against
uncontrolled folding. Slide Kamera HST-3 tripod has a ground level spreader equipped with three locking
knobs that help to set legs of the tripod accurately. Slide Kamera HST-3 tripod comes with plastic fastening
clamp in the set, that secures the legs during transport.
Slide Kamera HST-3 tripod can be used with different types of video heads thanks to replaceable Slide
Kamera HCZ sockets matching systems such as Manfrotto, Sachtler, Miller. However, on client's request,
we are able to provide a socket for any type of video head.

4. Specification

Minimum height:

Maximum height:

Leg sections:

Tripod socket:

Bubble level:

Material:

Mounting accessories:

Weight:

Closed length:

Spreader:

Safety Payload:

Color:

Leg lock:

290mm

1630mm

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replaceable Slide Kamera HCZ sockets matching
systems such as Manfrotto, Sachtler, Miller

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aluminium

Slide Kamera HCZ 75mm or 100mm socket,
Three M6 holes

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710mm

ground level spreader

60kg

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quick release (lock lever)

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5. Setting up Slide Kamera HST-3 tripod

Unpack Slide Kamera HST-3 tripod and unlock plastic fastening clamp that secures the legs during transport.
Place the device on a flat surface, if possible, and spread the tripod legs. If the setting suits your needs check
if all clamping levers [1] and locking knobs are fastened.

5.1. Spreader set-up

In order to spread Slide Kamera HST-3 tripod legs unlock spreader locking knobs and set the legs
in a desired position. Ground level spreader allows for even and accurate spacing of the tripod legs.
Maximum spacing of the spreader is 620mm with a tripod heigh: 290mm. Once you have set the spreader
properly lock the knobs.

5.2. Extending tripod legs

Slide Kamera HST-3 tripod features a quick and simple system of extending the legs. Each section
comes with a lever equipped with eccentric clamp that allows for easy and stable adjustment of tripod height
as well as secures the legs against uncontrolled folding. In order set the tripod simply unlock the clamping
levers and set the desired height of the tripod. Once you have extended the legs remember to lock
all the levers. Slide Kamera HST-3 tripod allows to set the photo-video equipment both low and high
to the ground.

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Range of height of Slide Kamera HST-3 tripod

5.3. Setting up on uneven ground

Aluminium legs of the tripod are equipped with self-aligning rubber feet with high fritcion coefficient that
allow to set and stabilise the tripod on uneven ground. Additionally, the construction of our tripod allows to set
the legs of the device on different heights, what proves extremely useful on uneven ground, hills, stairs etc.

Having set the tripod always check if all clamping levers and locking knobs

are fastened. It will prevent from uncontrolled folding of the tripod that may

ultimately lead to equipment damage.

Clamping lever locked

Clamping lever unlocked

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290mm

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6. Mounting devices on Slide Kamera HST-3 tripod

Slide Kamera HST-3 tripod allows to mount various accessories in many configurations. You can mount
your equipment on the tripod, using either Manfrotto half ball or Slide Kamera HSZ-2 quick mounting screw
There is also a possibility to mount accessories directly to the tripod crown using three M4 or M5 screws.
Table below presents mounting configuration possibilities of Slide Kamera HST-3 tripod.

Mounting configuration possibilities of Slide Kamera HST-3 tripod

Slide Kamera HST-3 tripod comes with Slide Kamera HCZ 75mm or 100mm socket. Replaceable Slide
Kamera HCZ sockets match systems such as Manfrotto, Sachtler, Miller. We are able to provide a socket
for any type of video head on client's request. In order to mount devices directly on the tripod crown remove
Slide Kamera HCZ socket using 3mm Allen key.

Mounting method

Mounting accessory

Dedicated device

Mounting to Slide

Kamera HCZ socket

Manfrotto half ball

Slide Kamera HSZ-2 quick

mounting screw

Slide Kamera AKC-3 adapter

Slide Kamera heads

Slide Kamera AF-18 leveling adapter

Slide Kamera HKR-1, HKR-2, HKR-6

camera cranes

Slide Kamera S, SP, HSK series devices

Mounting directly

to Slide Kamera HST-3

tripod crown

Three M6 screws
Three M5 screws

Slide Kamera AF-16

quick mounting adapter

Slide Kamera HKR-1, HKR-2, HKR-6

camera cranes

Slide Kamera heads

Slide Kamera AF-18 leveling adapter

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Correct and detailed description on how to mount individual products on Slide Kamera

HST-3 tripod can be found in User Manuals of these products.

In order to avoid any improper assembly or handling please refer to User Manuals

of individual products before you mount them on Slide Kamera HST-3 tripod.

Slide Kamera HST-3 Tripod

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HST series tripods

Adjustable Slide Kamera AF-24 adapter allows to mount
additional photo-video accessories equipped with 1/4" or 3/8"
thread on Slide Kamera HST series tripod, thus increasing the
functionality of our tripod. Slide Kamera AF-24 adapter
consists of a mounting plate, fixing plate and a clamping lever
that connects the plates. Mounting plate is equipped with two
hardened inserts with 3/8" holes and 1/4" hole. There are also
two M6 holes for mounting the clamping lever in two positions
(top or bottom).

Elements of Slide Kamera AF-24 adapter for mounting additional photo-video accessories

Clamping lever with M6 thread [1]
Fixing plate [2]
Mounting plate [3]
M6 thread [4]
M6 holes for mounting the lever [5]
1/4" threaded hole [6]
Hardened insert with 3/8" hole [7]

AF-24 adapter for mounting photo-video accessories on Slide Kamera

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Mounting plate

Fixing plate

Clamping lever

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In order to mount AF-24 adapter on Slide Kamera HST series
tripod attach the plates to tripod leg and connect them
with a clamping lever. Adapter can be mounted either
with a mounting plate facing the inside or outside of the tripod.
Additionaly AF-24 adapter can be mounted on the entire length
of the tripod leg.

8. Maintenance

R By maintenance we understand cleaning the device
R Periodically tighten all screws to ensure maximum stability
R Elements of the tripod do not require any lubrication
R Do not overload
R Use a soft cloth to clean. Never use abrasive or caustic products, which could cause

the damage of protective coatings

R To remove any impurities, you can use compressed air
R To clean the device you can use ear stick with cotton bud
R Transport and store your tripod in a dedicated Slide Kamera cover

9. Transport

Slide Kamera manufacturer recommends to transport Slide Kamera HST-3 tripod in Slide Kamera PSK-8
cover that allows to carry the device safely, in any way so that it is protected against any damage. Cover
dimensions allow to transport the tripod with video head or Slide Kamera head mounted, there is no need
to remove it. Slide Kamera PSK-8 cover is made of waterproof polyester fabric of high durability, resistant
to abrasion and weather conditions. It is equipped with inside straps that secure the tripod during transport.

10. Terms of warranty

All Slide Kamera products are covered manufacturer's warranty for a period of 12 months from the date
of sale. Warranty covers any design faults or of the material of the product which resulted in the product
malfunctioning. The warranty covers the repair, or, if the repair proves impossible, replacement of the product
with a new one. Hovewer, the cost of repair of the product cannot overrun the catalogue value of the product.
The warranty does not cover damage and / or product defects resulting from the improper usage, as well as
not following product maintenance specifications.

Any changes in design and repairs are made only and exclusively by the manufacturer.

Failure to comply with the recommended guidelines outlined in this manual

will result in loss of warranty.

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The warranty excludes:

R unauthorized attempts to repair or modify
R mechanical damage caused during transport and operation of such features, scratches, dents,

pits, dirt, etc ...

R flooding, moisture

To obtain warranty service the purchaser should deliver the damaged product together with a proof
of purchase and proof of payment (invoice, cash register receipt). The product will be accepted for warranty
service on condition that it is delivered with correctly filled in complaint form and properly protected during
transport. You can download the complaint form from: www.slidekamera.pl / www.slidekamera.eu.
After the warranty period is exceeded any spare parts can be purchased directly from the manufacturer
or in any selected points of sale.

PLEASE NOTE:
Any package sent at the expense of HET-CNC s.c., 80-175 Gdańsk, Ul. Kartuska 386 will not be received.

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