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Congratulations on your purchase of the ProMaster Key Grip Video Monopod Kit! You obviously
have excellent taste.
Please read these instructions thoroughly to ensure proper operation of your new monopod kit,
even if you have used other monopods before. With proper use and care, the Key Grip will
provide many years of service.
Be sure to refer to the main parts diagram as well as each of the figures throughout the pages
as you read. When a specific part of the Key Grip is referred to in
red,
you will find it shown on
the main parts diagram and/or in the referenced figure.
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Summary of Contents for Promaster Key Grip Video Monopod Kit
- Page 1 Congratulations on your purchase of the ProMaster Key Grip Video Monopod Kit! You obviously have excellent taste. Please read these instructions thoroughly to ensure proper operation of your new monopod kit, even if you have used other monopods before. With proper use and care, the Key Grip will provide many years of service.
- Page 2 Parts Diagram: Video Head QR plate QR plate QR knob QR platform QR platform Handle release knob Tilt scale Tilt adjustment knob Pan lock knob Control Panning scale handle Handle release knob Soft grip 2.5mm hex key Control handle Handle 4mm hex end cap keys...
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Page 3: Initial Setup
INITIAL SETUP When you first unbox the Key Grip Monopod, it will be stored in its padded fabric case. This bag provides a great way to store and transport the monopod, and its interior pouch is a convenient place for keeping accessories. Upon removing the monopod from the bag, you will find the control handle quick release plate (QR plate) attached to the... - Page 4 video head and tighten the QR knob to hold it in place. When mounting your camera to the head, slide the QR plate back and forth within the QR platform to find the best balance point before fully tightening the knob.
- Page 5 USING THE VIDEO HEAD Your Key Grip Monopod Kit includes a precision machined aluminum video head. It is a 2-way head, meaning there is control for the tilt adjustment and separate control for the panning motion. An extendable control handle with a soft, comfortable grip helps achieve smooth panning and tilting motions.
- Page 6 loosened positions to apply varying amounts of tension. Doing this will slow down the movement of your camera and can help achieve smoother motions. Greater tension can be beneficial when working with heavier camera rigs. Changing the Direction of the QR Platform In its default setup, your camera mounts to the head in a front-to-back sliding direction.
- Page 7 As you practice extending the monopod you will notice that when the monopod is collapsed you can take ahold of just one twist lock with your fingers, or as many as all 3 twist locks with your entire hand at once. By taking ahold of all 3 twist locks at once and rotating them to an unlocked position, you can quickly open your monopod for use at full height.
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Page 8: Tips For Use
CONVERTING TO A GROUND-LEVEL SETUP Directly above the monopod’s soft grip is a joint between the upper and lower portions of the monopod. The upper portion can connect directly to the 3-leg base for use at ground level. First, separate the upper portion by unscrewing it from the lower portion of the monopod: hold the lower portion at the soft grip and, with your other hand, rotate the upper portion counter-clockwise and... - Page 9 PRECAUTIONS 1. The Key Grip Video Monopod Kit is not water resistant. Do not submerge it or expose it to heavy rain or snow. If the monopod does get very wet, you may need to disassemble the unit to dry and clean it.
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