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Tripod
Part No. V4150-0001
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www.vinten.com

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  • Page 1 User Guide Tripod Part No. V4150-0001 www.vinten.com...
  • Page 2 All other trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective companies. Published by: Vitec Videocom Ltd Supports Technical Publications Department Email: technical.publications@vitecgroup.com Other languages available DE, ES, FR, PT. For download please visit www.vinten.com/flowtech Video tutorials are available. Please visit www.vinten.com/flowtech for further details.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Maintenance ......14 Safety........2 Cleaning .
  • Page 4: Safety

    Safety Important information on the safe installation and operation of WARNING! Trip hazard. Set the tripod footprint to suit the the product. Read this information before operating the product. shooting environment. For your personal safety, read these instructions. Do not operate the product if you do not understand how to use it safely.
  • Page 5: About This Guide

    The tripod is improperly installed or used in a manner contrary to this user guide. • The tripod housing is opened by unauthorised personnel. We reserve the right to make changes to the product based on technological advances. Extended warranty Please register at www.vinten.com for an extended warranty period.
  • Page 6: Operating Elements

    Operating Elements Pos No. Description Hinge Lock Slider Hinge Lock Button Double-spiked Foot Leg Magnetic Clasp Quick Release Lever Accessory Dock x 3 Attachment Mount...
  • Page 7: Optional Accessories

    Optional Accessories Pos No. Description Part No. V4150-1901 Rubber Feet V4150-1001 Mid-level Spreader Attachment mount V4150-1900 Carry Strap kit V4150-1901...
  • Page 8: Installation

    Installation Setting up the Tripod With the correct height achieved, lower the quick release levers to lock the legs in position. The legs are secured using magnetic catches. Pull the legs from the bottom to separate. WARNING! The legs are only sufficiently locked when the Place the tripod on the ground.
  • Page 9: Attach Optional Mid Level Spreader

    Installation Attach Optional Mid Level Spreader Unlock the spreader arms to allow the arms to extend as required. Tighten the spreader locks when the tripod legs are in the correct CAUTION! Ensure the latching pins are fully engaged with position. the locating holes in the tripod.
  • Page 10: Using Locks When No Spreader Used

    Installation Using Locks When no Spreader Used No Spreader Mode With the lock in the raised position the lock is ON. The tripod can be used without a spreader using the three lock positions. Hinge Lock Slider in the engaged (ON) position.
  • Page 11: Opening Tripod Legs

    Installation Opening Tripod Legs The angle of each leg can be adjusted independently of the other two legs. The first position at 20° is likely to be the most used position. To select the 46° or 72° position, disengage the lock. Press the lock button to engage the lock.
  • Page 12 Installation Continue pulling the leg until it stops at the 46° lock position. Move the leg past the 20° position. Engage the Lock Slider by pushing the Hinge Lock Button. 46° Repeat procedure for the 72° position. 72° Repeat for the remaining legs as required.
  • Page 13: Alternative Locking Method

    Installation Alternative Locking Method WARNING! Risk of finger entrapment. Avoid trapping fingers when operating the tripod. An alternative method would be to release the Hinge Lock, and fully open the leg to 90° Move the leg towards the body. As the leg passes each lock point, an audible click will be heard, the leg is prevented from opening past this point again without disengaging the lock first.
  • Page 14: Close Tripod Legs

    Installation Close Tripod Legs Ensure the magnetic clasps have engaged and the legs are securely held. The legs may be closed with or without the Lock being engaged. Ensure the tripod legs are fully collapsed before moving them inward. WARNING! Risk of finger entrapment. Avoid trapping fingers when closing the tripod.
  • Page 15: Accessories

    Accessories Fit Supplied Attachment Mount Fit Optional Carry Strap There are three accessory docks. These can be used to dock the Fit the attachment mount as previous section: “Fit Supplied supplied attachment mount, Variable Friction Arm etc.. Attachment Mount”. Offer the accessory to the docking point on the tripod head. Fit the split ring to the mounting point at the bottom of the upper section.
  • Page 16: Fit Optional Rubber Feet

    Place the rubber foot between the spikes. Check the marking on the foot for the correct orientation. The ‘OUTSIDE’ marking must Video tutorials are available. Please visit be turned away from the centre of the tripod. www.vinten.com/flowtech for further details. CAUTION! Do not use solvent or oil based cleaners, abrasives or wire brushes to remove accumulations of dirt as these will damage the protective surfaces.
  • Page 17: Hinge Lock Cleaning

    Maintenance Hinge Lock Cleaning Lift out the hinge lock button. The Hinge lock is designed so that sand or other debris may be worked out of the hinge lock mechanism. Repeatedly operate the button and hinge slider, combined with blowing out the debris until the mechanism operates smoothly. Should this procedure fail to sufficiently clear the debris, follow the instructions below to disassemble the mechanism for cleaning.
  • Page 18: Checking Brake Force

    “See Adjusting brake force”. Should the adjustment range become in- sufficient to achieve the correct brake force, please contact your local service centre. 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 www.vinten.com Average slip force...
  • Page 19: Tripod

    Technical Specification Tripod Bowl Maximum Operational Height (On Mid-Level Spreader) 75 mm 157 cm (61.81 in.) Maximum payload Minimum Operational Height (On Mid-Level Spreader) 20 kg (44 lb) 63 cm (24.8 in.) Weight When used without rubber feet the tripod height will decrease by up to 1.8 cm.
  • Page 20 Publication No. V4150-4980/D Vinten™ www.vinten.com A Vitec Group brand...

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