Where can I get a manual for this tripod? I lost mine. I need information about tightening the head with hex keys.
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You just simply tighten down the set screws on the bottom of the head. That makes it pan smoother.
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Hello R. Shorrock. The only solution that I can offer would be possibly sending you copies of the manual that I have. Via email perhaps? Unfortunately making my email address public is not an option unless there is a method of getting in contact with you directly. Sorry I couldn't help more.
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email us at editor@lsnewsgroup.com and we will scan the manual in pdf format and email it to you.
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I see you have already been directed to a link for the manual. If for some reason that doesn't work let me know and I can scan my manual and send you a copy. Lee
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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.
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That tripod is worthless. I bought another larger one that telescopes from Midway for no too much money. Scope works well.
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Hey there. First you should know I wound up returning my Jib. The head locked and I wasn't able to use it anymore. How long have you been using it? Have you had any issues with it being hard to pan or tilt? To answer your question.The release plate for the Manfrotto 501 is DIFFERENT from the one on the jib arm.
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The tripods are supposed to come with 1/4 screw on top but most don't. I've notified Amazon but they refuse to take action. Sorry man, send it back and complain allot. Maybe one day they will deal with this major issue.
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Try buy the JOBY Ballhead for SLR Zoom Tripod - A Ball Head Tripod Mount With Quick Release Plate sold at Amazon.com for $27. So good I bought 5 of these. Easy to switch cameras or LED lights and flash.
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I have the manual that came with this, not able to post it here , you can provide an email if you like and i will send it to you . Let me know
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I'm so sorry, someone recommended this tripod to me but I know nothing about camera equipment, so I don't know what a pan head is.
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I think I still have a manual, I will Photostat it and mail it to you if you like, let me know how to get it to you. Mike
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This should be what you are looking for... http://www.amazon.com/Manfrotto-MH054M0-Q2-Magnesium-Quick-Release/dp/B004MKNJ6G/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1393731145&sr=8-1&keywords=MANFROTTO+Q2
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Unless they have changed the way this tripod is assembled, I would be careful buying it. The head, on the one I had, was GLUED on and not screwed on. After some time, it came loose and put my camera at risk of falling. I contacted the manufacturer and expressed my concern. I would check with the manufacturer to see whether they have corrected this problem.
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Yes...really good manual....no regrets on this purchase except the mini tripod mine came with. It is useless with this camera.
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Notice the hex cap in the middle. that is a small wrench to adjust tension on the leg locking devises. I had one leg that was still a little loose and that wrench fixed it up just fine. Just pull it off the leg to use it. It has the added advantage of probably breaking if you try to over tighten the nut. I did have a problem with the swivel head. The portrait/landscape swivel bracket's knob to lock it tight allowed to still wiggle slightly no matter how hard the knob was tightened down. Talked to Lee at customer service and he sent me a new head immediately. Didn't even ask for the old head back. Excellent response, but I haven't received it yet to see if it had the same problem or not. It looks like a good product for the price but I wouldn't want to carry it very far. Good luck with it, Dan
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Send me 2 pictures of your tripod, 1 full body and one upclose of the bottom. I don't know what a spiked tripod is so I would have to see, I use glide gear and it works amazing. Would be best to just text me the pics if u want me to get back to u faster. 4019358135
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There should be holes to screw the tripod mount on the bottom of the bracket... right next to the knob. Thats where I screwed mine in
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Sorry this came with the tripod. It was junk and I replaced immediately. I replaced with manfroto pistol grip so you have one hand control. Since you'll most likely be using it for hunting with a Leopold spotter I would save up and get a pistol grip one hand design. I think its way easier and faster to get on target. Plus once you let of the pistol grip it automatically locks in place. No twisting knobs or anything like that.