Anyone have a problem with getting the head to stay tightened on the tripod?
1990022
There are three set screws to tighten using the included allen keys.Lift the center column up, attach the head, and tighten the set screws located underneat the head mounting plate.
1990023
yes I have the same problem. What I did was that i held the center tube while i tightened the head so it got really tight, and then it could pan without getting loose. However I think I am doing something incorrectly because I can't control the pan(how smooth it is). Another solution I figured only works when the center tube is in its lowest position and what I do is that I loosen the center tube(the thing that makes it stay in place vertically) so I can kinds control the pan but limited to the head staying on the lowest postion.
1990024
I was having the same problem/frustration ... P Cheng is right on the money ... once you put the head on the tripod (i.e. spin it around on the screw coming from the tripod) you are NOT done. There are three holes on the UNDER-side of head mounting plate. They are actually on the tripod plate that you just mounted the head two (i.e. the bottom disc). You put the smaller allen wrench in each of these and tighten it down. Now the tripod head will no-longer swivel around that screw. The screwing in you do first is just to get it semi-tight and flush with the bottom "disc". Once the allen-head screws have been tightened down you will not have a problem. I was having the same problem/frustration ... P Cheng is right on the money ... once you put the head on the tripod (i.e. spin it around on the screw coming from the tripod) you are NOT done. There are three holes on the UNDER-side of head mounting plate. They are actually on the tripod plate that you just mounted the head two (i.e. the bottom disc). You put the smaller allen wrench in each of these and tighten it down. Now the tripod head will no-longer swivel around that screw. The screwing in you do first is just to get it semi-tight and flush with the bottom "disc". Once the... » Read More I was having the same problem/frustration ... P Cheng is right on the money ... once you put the head on the tripod (i.e. spin it around on the screw coming from the tripod) you are NOT done. There are three holes on the UNDER-side of head mounting plate. They are actually on the tripod plate that you just mounted the head two (i.e. the bottom disc). You put the smaller allen wrench in each of these and tighten it down. Now the tripod head will no-longer swivel around that screw. The screwing in you do first is just to get it semi-tight and flush with the bottom "disc". Once the allen-head screws have been tightened down you will not have a problem. « Show Less
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Marv, one more thing, to point the camera up and down adjust the two large knobs on both sides of the camera head. One knob has the word 'lock' on it. Unlock the head so it will move up and down. It moves better when you attach the handle that comes with the tripod.
559601
I have to use two tripods (on each far side) instead on the middle. It was unstable for me too.
1951150
I was wondering the same thing. I tried pulling on the head pretty hard and it wouldn't budge. It twists in both directions but does not move up and down at all. I'll have to try again when my son isn't using it (it's his bed time right now).
1020663
have you tried tightening the monopod knob below the knurled camera mount knob?
1440596
Mine is quite tight too. I don't know of any way to loosen other than by using it over and over.
1611236
Mine just pulls off, no twisting or clicking or anything, wondering if you bought the same kind, other brands may not have the exact size heads where they fit on the unit
1582977
I would say if it is flopping - you might want to try some silicone or perhaps even just glue (and set in a position that works for you, since moving the head would be limited or not an option at that point).. if all else fails.. I would grab another one.. perhaps just a defect or overuse? -- have had ours for years with no issue - love it.
528703
No reason not to, I don't, but the head is reversible, can hang down, so could get close. My only criticism of the tripod is the head, once released it flops, making panning almost impossible.
1488280
Didn't have that issue but I do remember having to really push and lock the handle into place. Hope that helps.
1931149
As far as I can tell, ther should be no issues with attaching another brand of BallHead or other tripod head, as there are the typical 1/4-20 threads on top, which is standard for any tripod I've worked with. Hope this helps, good shooting!
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I never had that problem- but if I unscrew the head a quarter turn it goes out. Maybe you could make sure there are no burrs on the main body mating surface or trim it back a little -so the head screws in a little farther -and the center and side contacts touch properly.
309248
I had the same problem (Failure of the clamp) and just bought another tripod.
505057
Hi Silvia. I have not found it a problem at all. Without the use of a tripod, nobody is perfectly steady. My shots come out clear. I have no complaints.
1737014
I've had no problems with the slider being shaky. I also use a Manfrotto base so everything's nice and smooth.
1773067
I've been very happy. The head on ours does not move downward. The sound has not had any problem. I would ask for a replacement.
671419
Fernando, there are several approaches. I use a light-weight tripod. In my case the friction of the strap against the irregular sides are sufficient to keep it from slipping. This also works with my monopole. Another approach, especially with a heavier tripod, is to loop two of the legs through the strap leaving the third leg outside the strap to hold it by gravity.