FIDLOCK SNAPSNAP Camera Strap User Manual
- October 30, 2023
- FIDLOCK
Table of Contents
FIDLOCK SNAPSNAP Camera Strap
Product Information
The SNAPSNAP camera strap is a product designed to mount and use photo cameras and backpacks. It has a maximum load capacity of 10 kg and is made of nylon and silicone material. The male connector/female connector is made of PA66GF, neodymium, and epoxy material while the accessories are made of POM, silicone, and stainless steel. The product comes with a strap with neck support, two male connectors, two female connectors, six silicone fastening straps in three sizes, two glider locks, two key rings, and two silicone rings. The product is manufactured in China and is protected by one or more patents.
Product Usage
Before assembly and first use, please read the instructions carefully and keep them for later use. The SNAPSNAP camera strap is suitable for mounting and use on photo cameras and backpacks whose shoulder straps prevent the female connector from slipping through with the enclosed silicone fastening straps under load and do not damage the silicone fastening straps. The total weight of the camera must not exceed 10 kg. Any use that deviates from the intended use is considered improper and can lead to malfunctions, damage or injuries.
Steps for usage
- Ensure that the shoulder strap of the camera or backpack prevents the female connector from slipping through.
- Attach the male connector to the camera or backpack.
- Attach the female connector to the strap with neck support.
- Use the enclosed silicone fastening straps to secure the female connector to the shoulder strap of the camera or backpack.
- The camera can now be carried using the SNAPSNAP camera strap.
Disposal
The SNAPSNAP camera strap can be disposed of in household waste. Please
observe the environmental regulations applicable in your country regarding
disposal.
Note: Please read these instructions carefully before assembly and first
use and keep them for later use!
SAFETY INFORMATION
SNAPSNAP camera strap is a magnetic-mechanical camera mounting strap consisting of male connector (Fig. B) female connector (Fig. C), strap (Fig. A) and accessories (Fig. D).
- The SNAPSNAP camera strap may only be used in conjunction with the original spare parts for the SNAPSNAP camera strap. Otherwise mechanical engagement would not be possible.
- The SNAPSNAP camera strap is not dishwasher or washing machine safe. Please use clear water for cleaning. Before fitting, check that the silicone fastening straps provided are suitable for attaching the female connectors to your backpack straps. Before each use, check that the male connector engages properly with the female connector and that both parts are free of dirt! Also check that the camera is securely fastened to the strap. To prevent the camera from falling to the floor, always wear the strap around your neck when using it.
Attention: For a secure hold, the maximum weight of the camera including attachments must not exceed 10 kg!
- The SNAPSNAP camera strap should only be used by children under adult supervision.
- The SNAPSNAP camera strap is not a toy.
TECHNICAL DATA
- Maximum load of the strap: 10 kg
- Material strap: Nylon, silicone
- Material male connector / female connector: PA66GF, neodymium, epoxy
- Material accessories: POM, silicone, stainless steel
- Manufactured in China
SCOPE OF DELIVERY
- 1x strap with neck support (Fig. A)
- 2x male connector (Fig. B)
- 2x female connector (Fig. C)
- 6x silicone fastening strap in 3 sizes (Fig. D1)
- 2x glider lock (Fig. D2)
- 2x key ring (Fig. D3)
- 2x silicone ring (Fig. D4)
ASSEMBLY
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Alignment of the strap to the camera : The male connectors are already pre-attached on the SNAPSNAP camera strap. Their position on the strap can be changed if necessary by screwing on the cover caps (Fig. E). Then fix the male connectors by screwing the cover caps on hand-tight. To attach your camera correctly, lay the SNAPSNAP camera strap flat in front of you so that the FIDLOCK logo on the neck support is upside down (Fig. F1). Both magnetic heads of the male connectors should be upright in this position, facing away from you (Fig. F2). Place the camera in front of the strap with the lens side facing you (Fig. F3).
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Attaching the strap to the camera : To attach the SNAPSNAP camera strap to your camera, please follow the corresponding diagram depending on the construction of your camera. Fig. G1: If your camera has a bracket as shown in this figure, it is attached as shown in the diagram (Fig. G2). Fig. H1: If your camera has a bracket as shown in this figure, it is attached as shown in the diagram (Fig. H2). The length of the strap can now be adjusted by moving the flat ends of the strap through the ladder buckle (Fig. D2).
Note: We recommend carrying the camera as short as possible in the direction of the male connectors to minimise uncontrolled swinging around on the backpack when engaged. Finally, you can roll up the loose strap ends and fix them with the elastic rings (Fig. D4). -
Fastening the female connectors to the backpack : Use the silicone fastening bands (Fig. D1) to fasten the female connectors (Fig. C) to the left and right backpack straps of your backpack according to the marking on the back L=left and R=right (Fig. I). Position them at about the same height as your chest (Fig. J).
Note: Make sure that the exit openings point diagonally upwards towards the centre of the body and that both female connectors are at the same height (Fig. J)!
Select the silicone fastening straps according to thickness, so that the
female connectors cannot slip down with your camera after attachment to the
male connectors. Use silicone fastening straps of the same size for both sides
of the shoulder strap. It is normal for the shoulder straps to become deformed
when the female connectors are attached.
Note: Only use the silicone fastening straps supplied! If none of the
enclosed silicone fastening straps fit, your backpack is not suitable for use
with the SNAPSNAP camera strap. If you are unsure of how to assemble the
product properly, consult your retailer for advice!
USE
Before use, familiarize yourself with use of the SNAPSNAP camera strap and
check that it is functioning properly. Confirm that the product has been
assembled properly. To click SNAPSNAP camera strap into place, grasp the cords
of the SNAPSNAP camera strap below the male connectors and guide the male
connectors to the female connectors on the backpack straps. Snap the male
connectors onto the female connectors (Fig. K). You will hear the “click”
sound of the mechanical engagement. Make sure by pulling gently away from the
body that engagement has occurred properly. To detach the SNAPSNAP camera
strap from the backpack, either grasp both cords of the SNAPSNAP camera strap
underneath the male connectors and and push them both upwards to the centre or
grasp your camera with both hands and move it upwards in the centre close to
your body towards your head until the male connectors detach from the female
connectors (Fig. L).
PROPER USE
The SNAPSNAP camera strap is only suitable for mounting and use on photo cameras and backpacks whose shoulder straps prevent the female connector from slipping through with the enclosed silicone fastening straps under load and do not damage the silicone fastening straps. The total weight of the camera must not exceed 10 kg. Any use that deviates from the intended use is considered improper and can lead to malfunctions, damage or injuries.
DISPOSAL
The SNAPSNAP camera strap can be disposed of in household waste. Please observe the environmental regulations applicable in your country regarding disposal.
LIABILITY
We have gone to great lengths to ensure that the operating instructions are correct, complete and as precise as possible. However, deviations cannot be entirely ruled out, and no liability can be accepted for errors in the operating instructions provided. We accept no liability for possible damage resulting from failure to observe the operating instructions or from improper use. If the SNAPSNAP camera strap is misused, used improperly or repaired without authorization, no liability will be accepted for any damage.
LEGAL INFORMATION
This product is protected by one or more published patent applications. This product is protected by one or more patents. For more information on the patent protection, please visit: www.fidlock.com/patents. See our website for more information: www.fidlock.com/consumer. FIDLOCK GmbH, Kirchhorster Straße 39, 30659 Hanover, Germany, AG Hanover, HRB 204281, E-mail: info-bike@fidlock.com
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