Vortex CBX Instruction Manual

Using the panhead
The CBX carbon fiber tripod features a panhead with a
quick release plate (QR) for viewing. To pan from left to
right, loosen the pan lock knob (I) and move the control
handle (A) in the desired direction. To tilt up and down,
loosen the tilt lock knob (J) and move the control handle.
Attach the panhead to the tripod legs in just two steps:
1. Thread the panhead onto the panhead mounting bolt (L) and tighten
until secure.
2. Extend the center column (Q) above the locking collar (N) so you can
tighten the three set screws on the underside of the mounting
platform (M) with an Allen wrench.
Use the quick release plate to attach a spotting scope, binocular, or camera to
the CBX tripod. To use the quick release plate properly:
1. Unlock the safety lock (F) by turning the thumbscrew counter-clockwise, pull
down on the quick release locking pin (H), and remove the quick release plate
(C) from the panhead.
2. Thread the quick release plate onto the body of the spotting scope, binocular, or
camera and tighten the screw so the connection is secure. The anti-twist pin (E)
retracts if not needed.
3. Slide the quick release plate back into the groove on the plate platform (G). Listen
for an audible click—indicating that the plate is locked in place.
4. Secure the quick release plate on the platform by turning the safety lock's
thumbscrew in a clockwise direction.
1.
VORTEX CBX TRIPOD
Congratulations on your purchase of the Vortex CBX carbon fiber tripod.
We are certain the CBX will prove reliable in any terrain and weather.
2.
©Vortex Optics USA 2009
D
E
C
B
A
H
J
Panhead with Quick Release Plate
3. 4.
L
M
F
K
N
O
G
I
Q
R
S
A. Pan and Tilt Control Handle
B. Panhead Bubble Level
C. QR Mounting Plate
D. QR Mounting Screw
E. Anti-Twist Pin
F. QR Safety Lock Thumbscrew
G. QR Plate Platform
H. QR Locking Pin
I. Pan Lock Knob
J. Tilt Lock Knob
K. Tripod Bubble Level
L. Panhead Mounting Bolt
M. Panhead Mounting Platform
N. Center Column Locking Collar
O. Variable-Angle Leg Release
P. Padded Upper Leg Section
Q. Center Column
R. Accessory Hook
S. Flip-Lever Leg Lock
P