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3 Legged thing Evo 3 User Manual

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Summary of Contents for 3 Legged thing Evo 3

  • Page 1 ® User Manual...
  • Page 2 Anatomy of a 3LT Tripod & AirHed Release Plate Lock Tri-Mount Plate Central Column Release Plate Para-Lock Pano Clamp Lock* Collar Locking Ring Leg Catch Hinge Locking Knob Para-Lock Pan Base Boots *Not Applicable to AirHed Mohawk...
  • Page 3: Reference Guide

    Reference Guide At 3 Legged thing we believe in giving you the very best in functionality without compromising on capability or performance. As such, we offer the three leg angles that we consider to be optimum for using a tripod. They are 23˚, 55˚...
  • Page 4: Key Features

    Key Features We try and do things a little differently at 3 Legged Thing, so you may find some features that you aren’t familiar with... The Tri-Mount plate (a) comes with three extended spurs and a narrower plate section, so that you can still counterfold your legs with the column removed.
  • Page 5: Basic Functionality

    Basic Functionality 3LT tripods are hugely versatile, and can be used in a number of different ways. In order to achieve this, there is some basic functionality that you need to understand. How to remove the central column*. 1: Underneath the tripod column is a D-Ring (a).
  • Page 6 Basic Functionality continued... How to detach the monopod leg. The monopod leg is denoted by a thin copper ring on one of the leg hinges and can be unscrewed directly from the leg hinge (a). At the top of the central column is the Tri-mount plate and threaded bolt (b) which can be unscrewed and removed, and then screwed directly onto...
  • Page 7 Leg Mechanism & Maintenence We’ve dispensed with the conventional friction lock and introduced a brand new Paralell locking system, for greater security and ease of use. Our new Para-locks work by restricting the opening movement of the friction lock, preventing you from accidentally unscrewing the lock until the leg section detaches.
  • Page 8 AirHeds and Release Plates Evolution 3 AirHeds have a circular clamp design, to make them easier to stow when counterfolding the legs. There are two basic clamp types - Pano & Standard. Both clamps have a locking knob( a) for releasing the Peak Design Compatible Quick Release Plate.
  • Page 9 AirHed & Pano-Clamp Functionality Under your release plate is a central bolt with a hex screw (a). If you undo this screw with the tool provided, you can detach the whole clamp from the ball shaft, leaving the central hole open (b).
  • Page 10 AirHed Capabilities Your AirHed has capabilities rated in three different ways. Head capabilties should not be confused with tripod capabilities. Care should be taken to understand the differences before using the product. Direct Load: With the head level and the clamp level, a direct downward load can be applied up to the capacity.
  • Page 11 The most versatile tripod system in the world. We have a range of accessories to compliment your tripod and AirHed. Check them www.3leggedthing.com Backwards compatible Pano Clamp for level Heelz - for panning and low concrete or operation hard ground Peak Design Compatible Release Plate...
  • Page 12 3 Legged Thing is part of The Elemental Group of Companies Unit 9 Kinsbourne Farm : Bury End : Stagsden : Bedfordshire : MK43 8TS : United Kingdom tel: +44 (0) 1234 947777 : email: sales@3leggedthing.com : web: www.3leggedthing.com...