Sunpak PRO 723PX Operating Instructions Manual

Operating Instructions

Congratulations on the purchase of your new
SUNPAK tripod. Your tripod has been designed
to be a sturdy, rugged, and dependable product and
will provide you with many years of reliable service.

Please spend a few moments reviewing these
instructions, so that you can take full advantage
of your tripod’s features and capabilities.

SUNPAK LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY

This SUNPAK product has been carefully manufactured, accu­rately adjusted, inspected and thoroughly tested before shipment
to assure you of the highest quality.

Should this SUNPAK product require service, we will repair or
replace, at our option, any part or the product itself, which our
examination shows to be defective in material or workmanship.
This warranty does not apply to wear and tear associated with
the normal use of the product. This warranty is non-transferable.

Repairs will be made to the product at no charge, under the
terms of the warranty as stated above, only when accompanied
by a dated and itemized bill of sale and nominal handling charge.

Be certain to follow all assembly and/or operating instructions
with this product. This warranty is not valid if the product has
been misused or damaged in any way that is beyond our control
or through normal wear and tear associated with use. This war­ranty applies only to the product and we are not responsible in
any way for losses, damages or any inconvenience caused by
equipment failure.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of conse­quential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not
apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and
you may have other rights which may vary from state to state.

Should service be required, the product should be carefully
packed (in the original packaging if possible ) and sent, prepaid
and insured, along with a check or money order for $15.95
(shipping and handling), to the address listed below. A note
briefly describing the nature of the defect should also be en­closed to expedite handling.

Proof of purchase and payment for shipping and handling

OWNER’S RECORD

Please complete this section and retain with your original bill of

sale for your records.
Purchase Date ________________________________________
Model _______________________________________________
Dealer’s Name ________________________________________
Address _____________________________________________
City ________________________________________________
State ___________________ Zip Code ____________________

ToCAD America Inc.

Sunpak Tripod Division

53 Green Pond Road

Rockaway, NJ 07866

973-627-9600

tocad.com

Precautions

• Insure that all handles, knobs and leg locks
are properly tightened, and that all three
legs are fully angled opened before use.

• Do not carry or transport the tripod with the
camera equipment attached (as example
but not limited to: over your shoulder or

cradled in your arms).

• Do not Oil or Grease any part of the tripod.

• Do not use any solvents or thinners to clean

your tripod. Use mild detergent and wipe dry
with a soft, lint-free cloth only.

• Do not store or expose your tripod to

excessive heat or cold or use close to any

flame or fire.

• Do not exceed the load limit for this product.

All Specifications Subject to Change without Notice.

Cat. no. 620-723-CFT-PX

Short Center Column

Your Sunpak PRO
723PX tripod also
comes with a Short Cen­ter Column for low angle
use. To remove the
standard center column,
first loosen the Center
Column Lock Knob and
simply unscrew the
accessory hook plate
from the bottom of the
Center Column, and
remove it from the tripod
body. Then install the
Short Center Column for
use.

Reversible Threaded Screw

Your PRO 723PX comes with
a reversible 1/4”-20 / 3/8”
screw. To switch sizes,
unscrew the Center Column
plate located at the top of the
Center Column. Remove the
threaded screw from the
receptacle, turn upside-down
and screw the Center
Column plate back on the
Center Column.

PRO 523P Specifications
Leg Sections 3
Leg Construction Carbon Fiber
Maximum Height 62 in. (157.5 cm)
Minimum Height 13.5 in. (34.3 cm)
Folded Length 24 in. (61 cm)
Leg Diameter .87 in. (2.2 cm)
Weight 4.1 lbs. (1.9 kg)
Load Capacity 6.1 lbs. (2.8 kg)

Tripod Components (See Picture Below)

1. 3-Way Panhead

2. Pan and Tilt Handle

3. Vertical Handle

4. Quick Release Plate

5. Quick Release Lock Lever

6. Center Column Lock Knob

7. Leg Angle Adjustment Latch

8. Flip Leg Lock

9. Center Column

10. Retractable Accessory Hook

11. Rubber Feet

12. Short Center Column

Quick Release Plate

To remove the Quick Release Plate, move the Quick
Release Lock Lever outward and slide the Quick
Release Plate from the panhead.

Position the plate so that the camera mounting screw
aligns with the matching receptacle on your camera
or camcorder and attach, using the camera mounting
screw. Place the front of the Quick Release Plate
back into the panhead receiver and press down. The
Quick Release Lock Lever will automatically retract
and lock the Quick Release Plate . After doing so,
secure the plate by turning the Quick Release Lock
Knob clockwise until it locks.

Using the 3-way Panhead

For panning and tilting, loosen the Pan and Tilt
Handle, by turning the handle counterclockwise.
Tilt the Panhead as desired and retighten by turning
clockwise or leave loose for panning. Utilize the
Vertical Handles the same way for vertical use.

Height Adjustments

Your Sunpak PRO
723PX tripod is equipped
with a Lift-n-Lock Center
Column for precise height
adjustments.

To raise or lower the
Center Column, loosen
the Center Column Lock
Knob. Grasp the tripod
head and lift to the
desired height. Retighten
the Center Column Lock
Knob to secure.

Note: Never release your
camera until the Center
Column Lock Knob is
securely retightened.

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Adjusting Leg Angle

To change the operation
angle of any leg, fold the
leg in slightly towards the
Center Column, pull the
Low Angle Adjustment
Latch until it locks. You
can then spread the leg
outward to it lowest angle,
or fold the legs inward,
which will lock the legs at
greater angles, if desired.

PRO 623P Specifications
Leg Sections 3
Leg Construction Carbon Fiber
Maximum Height 63 in. (160 cm)
Minimum Height 13.5 in. (34.3 cm)
Folded Length 25 in. (63.5 cm)
Leg Diameter .98 in. (2.5 cm)
Weight 4.9 lbs. (2.2 kg)
Load Capacity 11 lbs. (5 kg)

Panhead Bubble Levels

Your PRO 723PX is
equipped with three
bubble levels in the pan­head to assist in precise
leveling of the head. The
bubble levels are
designed to ensure the
head is centered on the
tripod, and also ensure
that the panhead is level
whether you are using it
in horizontal or vertical
position.

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PRO 723PX Specifications
Leg Sections 3
Leg Construction Carbon Fiber
Maximum Height 70.5 in. (179.5 cm)
Minimum Height 13 in. (33 cm)
Folded Length 30.7 in. (78 cm)
Leg Diameter 1.1 in. (2.8 cm)
Weight 5.38 lbs. (2.44 kg)
Load Capacity 15.4 lbs. (7 kg)

Extending the Legs

Each leg of the PRO 723PX
has separate leg extensions
and each segment may be
withdrawn as needed by
using the flip lock leg locks.
This permits setting your
equipment at a comfortable
height can be very useful
when positioning your tripod
on uneven terrain. To
secure, close the leg lock
firmly in place. Not properly
securing a leg lock may
cause the tripod leg to
retract and may cause
damage to your tripod and
camera.