VORTEX OPTICS PRO GT Quick Start Manual

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PRO GT
PRO GT
TRIPOD KIT
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TRIPOD KIT
The sturdy anodized legs of the Pro GT
TM
tripod combine with a rugged 3-way pan head to deliver smooth, solid support for your optics.
3-Way Pan Head
Center Column
Leg Lever Lock
Balance Hook
Quick-Release Plate
Center Column Height Adjustment Knob
Padded Leg Wraps
Anodized Aluminum Legs
Rubber Foot
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TRIPOD KIT
BASIC ADJUSTMENTS
Adjusting the Pan Head
The Pro GT features a 3-way pan head that allows you to quickly follow the action and easily adjust your viewing angle. For camera use, this head allows you to choose between horizontal and vertical plate alignments.
Pan and Tilt Action
You can control all of the pan and tilt action with just one hand. To make any horizontal or vertical adjustments, twist the handle counter-clockwise to free the pan head’s movement. When in desired position, twist handle clockwise to lock.
Plate Angle Lock
Control pan and tilt action with the handle.
Attaching Optics to the Tripod
1. Flip the plate lever lock outward to the free position and remove the
Quick-Release Plate
Tripod Mount Bolt
Plate Lever Lock
quick-release plate.
2. Attach the plate to your optic or camera. Be sure to tighten the tripod mount bolt from the bottom side of the plate and fl ip the D ring so it lies fl at.
3. Place the quick-release
Flip the plate lever to lock/unlock plate.
plate back into the plate holder. Flip the plate lever fully back to the lock position so the quick-release plate rests securely in the holder.
Caution
To prevent unnecessary damage to your optics, take a few seconds to remove your optic from the tripod before you move to a new location. Spotting scopes and other optics may become damaged if carried while attached to the tripod. The quick-release plate makes this easy—and quick!
TIP: Purchase additional quick-release plates for your optics so it is easy for you to switch equipment.
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TRIPOD KIT
Adjusting the Tripod Legs
The Pro GT features sturdy anodized legs for reliable performance. Padded upper sections provide a comfortable grip and carry.
Center Column
Loosen the center column height adjustment knob to change the relative height of the tripod head. To help stabilize the tripod in windy conditions, hang a weight from the balance hook. (Page
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Leg Length
Each tripod leg extends to a maximum of three sections. To adjust the length of a leg section, fl ip the leg lever up to unlock. Slide the leg section out to the desired length and fl ip the leg lever back down to lock in place.
Flip lever to lock/unlock.
Center Column Height Adjustment Knob
Padded Leg Wrap
Leg Lever Lock
THE VIP WARRANTY
We build products based on our commitment to your absolute satisfaction. That’s why Vortex tripods are unconditionally guaranteed and we make this Very Important Promise to you—a Very Important Person.
Rest assured that in the event your tripod becomes damaged or is defective, Vortex Optics will repair or replace it at no charge to you. If we cannot repair your tripod, we will replace it with a product in perfect working order and equal or better physical condition. Call Vortex Optics at 800-426-0048 for prompt, professional, and friendly service.
Vortex Optics
2120 West Greenview Drive
Middleton, WI 53562
service@vortexoptics.com
Visit www.vortexoptics.com for more information. Canadian customers may visit www.vortexcanada.net for customer service information.
Note: The VIP Warranty does not cover loss, theft, deliberate damage, or cosmetic damage that does not hinder the performance of the product.
Unlimited
Unconditional
Lifetime Warrant y
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