Platinum PT-TRP542CL Quick Setup Manual

Brand: Platinum

Model: PT-TRP542CL

Category: Tripods

Type: Quick Setup Manual

PACKAGE CONTENTS

• Tripod

• Carrying case

• Quick Setup Guide

FEATURES

• Light-weight, compact size

• Built-in bubble level

• Supports most cameras or camcorders up to 4.4 lbs (2 kg)

• Supports low-angle shooting at 7.9" (20.1 cm) height

• Adjustable center column for quick height adjustment

• 15" (31.8 cm) folded length and carrying bag for portability

• Quick leg setup with ultra leg locking system

• Easy pan head positioning with dual-handle

SETTING UP YOUR TRIPOD

1 To extend a leg, grasp top leg section and turn the leg lock counter

clockwise to release the lock. Pull the leg to the length you want, then turn

the leg lock clockwise to lock the leg in place.

Note: You can extend the leg to one of ve positions. As you rotate the leg

lock, you feel a click for each leg section. To extend the leg to full height,

hold the leg lock rmly and twist with moderate force until you feel four

clicks.

Caution: Incorrectly securing a leg lock can cause the tripod leg to retract

unexpectedly and could result in damage to the tripod or to the attached

camera or camcorder. When setting up the tripod, be sure and tighten the

leg lock at the end of each leg rmly by twisting clockwise.

PTTRP542CL

54'' DUALHANDLE TRIPOD

QUICK SETUP GUIDE

Before using your new product,

please read these instructions to prevent any damage.

Leg Lock

Lock/unlock direction guide

Height adjustment foam

DESCRIPTION

Locks the quick-release plate to the mounting base

plate.

Secure your camera or camcorder to the quick-release

mounting place with this screw.

Slide the quick-release mounting plate into this base

plate.

Adjusts and locks the mounting base plate in a

horizontal or vertical position.

Lets you adjust the leg angle.

The quick release plate is level when the bubble is in

the center.

Mount your camera to this removable plate.

Adjusts and locks the tilt angle of the mounting plate.

Locks the horizontal movement of the head.

Locks center column movement.

Provides quick height adjustment.

Grasp the height adjustment foam when adjusting the

leg height.

Provides quick leg adjustment.

# ITEM

1 Quick-release plate locking

lever

2 Mounting screw

3 Mounting base plate

4 Side-tilt locking handle

5 Leg angle adjustment tab

6 Leveling bubble

7 Quick-release mounting plate

8 Pan locking knob (not visible)

9 Tilt locking handle

10 Center column stopper knob

11 Center column

12 Height adjustment foam

13 Leg lock

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2 To level your tripod on an uneven surface, grasp the height adjustment

foam, unlock the second leg section, then adjust the leg until your tripod is

level. Lock the leg section to secure the leg.

3 To adjust the height of the center column, loosen the center column

stopper knob, raise the center column to the height you want, then tighten

the stopper knob.

4 To set the angle position of the legs, slide the leg angle tab, lift the leg all

the way up, then lower the leg until the leg angle tab locks at the angle

you want (low, semi-low, or normal).

5 Lift the quick-release plate locking lever, then remove the quick-release

mounting plate.

6 Align the bottom of your camera or camcorder with the 1/4" mounting

screw, then secure your camera or camcorder to the plate with the screw.

The screw should be tight.

7 Slide the mounting plate onto the base plate, then press the locking lever

down to lock the mounting plate in place.

USING YOUR TRIPOD

• To adjust your camera to the portrait position, loosen the side-tilt locking

knob, rotate the plate up 90°, then tighten the knob.

• To pan, loosen the pan locking knob, pan the tripod head, then tighten the

knob to lock the head in place.

Note: For maximum stability, always make sure that your camera lens is

over a leg.

• To adjust the vertical tilt, loosen the tilt locking handle, then use the

handle to adjust the vertical position. Tighten the handle.

V1 ENGLISH 14-0525

Maximum operating height 54.7 in. (138.9 cm)

Minimum operating height 7.9 in. (20.1 cm)

Folded height 15.2 in. (38.6 cm)

Net weight 3 lbs. (1.4 kg)

Maximum operating load 4.4 lbs. (2 kg)

Number of leg sections 5

Mounting screw thread 1/4" (6.4 cm)

Panoramic angle Horizontal: 360°

Vertical: 90°

Material Aluminum alloy

Leg angle

adjustment tab

Quick-release plate

locking lever

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Make sure that all leg locks are correctly tightened and that the legs are

fully opened before use.

• Do not carry or transport your tripod with camera equipment attached

(for example, over your shoulder or cradled in your arms).

• Do not expose your tripod to excessive heat or cold, or use near any ame

or re.

• Do not oil or grease any part of the tripod.

• Do not use any solvents or thinners to clean your tripod. Use only a mild

detergent and wipe dry with a soft, lint-free cloth.

• Do not exceed the load limit of this tripod.

SPECIFICATIONS

ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

CONTACT PLATINUM

For customer service, call 1-800-499-3964.

The Pt logo is a registered trademark of Best Buy.

PLATINUM is a trademark of Best Buy and its aliated companies. Registered in some countries.

Distributed by Best Buy Purchasing, LLC

7601 Penn Ave South, Richeld, MN 55423 U.S.A.

Made in China

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Platinum PT-TRP542CL Quick Setup Manual

Brand: Platinum

Model: PT-TRP542CL

Category: Tripods

Type: Quick Setup Manual

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