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Congratulations on your purchase of the ProMaster Ambler Tripod Kit!
Please read these instructions thoroughly to ensure proper operation of your new tripod kit,
even if you have used other tripods before. With proper use and care, the Ambler 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 Ambler is referenced 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 AMBLER
- Page 1 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 Ambler is referenced in red, you will find it shown on the main parts diagram and/or in the referenced figure.
- Page 2 Parts Diagram: Phone clamp adjustment knob ¼”-20 Threaded post Ball head Mounting adjustment knob base Bullseye level Ball head Panning scale Center Phone column clamp upper lock Center column lower lock Leg angle switch Center Tripod column collar Weight hook Feet / Leg locks...
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Page 3: Initial Setup
INITIAL SETUP When you first unbox your Ambler Kit, you will find the tripod in its most compact storage state. To bring the legs out of their transverse storage position, grab ahold of two legs with the center column facing up (ball head on top). - Page 4 The Ambler’s center column extends and collapses just like the tripod legs, using the same type of mechanism. Before attempting to extend or collapse the...
- Page 5 This could damage your camera or phone. USING THE CENTER COLUMN AS A BOOM The Ambler’s center column can be removed from the tripod and used on its own as an extendable boom.
- Page 6 ADJUSTING THE LEG ANGLES Your Ambler Tripod has 3 working angles for its legs – 20°, 50°, and 80°. Each leg angle can be adjusted independently of the other two. Most of the time you will set all 3 legs to the same angle.
- Page 7 Do not overtighten. Note: The Ambler is designed for compact cameras and its maximum load capacity is 1.5 lbs. Do not exceed this limit and please use good judgment to avoid damaging your precious gear – this is not an appropriate tripod for a heavier, full-sized camera.
- Page 8 USING THE BALL HEAD Your Ambler tripod has an integrated ball head. It is a single-action design, meaning that there is a single control for both the ball tension and panning motion.
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Page 9: Tips For Use
PUTTING AWAY YOUR AMBLER USING THE TRANSVERSE FEATURE In the Initial Setup section of this manual, we discussed how to unfold the Ambler from its transverse storage state. To return it to this position, begin by ensuring that the center column... - Page 10 PRECAUTIONS 1. The Ambler is not water resistant. Do not submerge it or expose it to heavy rain or snow. If any part of the kit gets wet, dry it with a soft cloth. 2. Never expose the Ambler to salt water.
- Page 11 ONE YEAR UNCONDITIONAL WARRANTY If for any reason, this ProMaster product fails with ONE YEAR of the date of purchase, return this product to your ProMaster dealer and it will be exchanged for you at no charge. ProMaster products are guaranteed for ONE FULL YEAR against defects in workmanship and materials. If, at any time after one year, your ProMaster product fails under normal use, we invite you to return it to ProMaster for evaluation.
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