BARSKA BC171 Pistol Grip Head System Instruction Manual

BARSKA BC171 Pistol Grip Head System

Product Information

Specifications

Product Usage Instructions

1. Mounting the Head:
   • Located under the Pistol Grip Head System is the mounting socket where it can be screwed on to the platform of an adaptable bipod or monopod.
   • This Pistol Grip Head System fits onto standard tripods of both 1/4 and 3/8 inch threads. To change the thread size, remove the Threaded Screw (H) located under the base of the Pistol Grip Head System by using your finger and gently push down and to the right to remove the screw. Place the Threaded Screw in a safe place.
2. Quick Release Plate:
3. Hold open the Quick Release Leg Lock Lever (A) outward until it stops and remove the Quick Release Plate (B) by lifting upward.
4. Position the plate so that the Mounting Screw (C) aligns with the tripod socket on the camera or camcorder and screw into place.
5. Hold open the Quick Release Lock Lever (A) outward and with the camera tilted slightly down, slide the Quick Release Plate (B) back into position. Secure the platform using the Quick Release Locking Lever (F) by pressing firmly until it stops.
6. Using the Pistol Grip Ball Head:
   • For movement in any direction, simply loosen the Pistol Grip Ball Head by squeezing the Trigger Control Lock (E). When you have reached your desired position, simply release the trigger lock and the Pistol Grip Ball Head will lock into place.
7. Vertical Cut-Out:
   • The Pistol Grip Ball Head also comes with a Vertical Cut-Out (G) for 360-degree photography. To use this feature, simply squeeze the trigger and rotate the Pistol Grip Ball Head until you feel the ball head begin to move downward. You may now use the Pistol Grip Ball Head at any angle, even shooting straight down.

Pistol Grip Head System

Parts of The Pistol Grip Head System

• A. Quick Release Leg Lock Lever
• B. Quick Release Plate
• C. Mounting Screw
• D. Leveler
• E. Trigger Control Lock
• F. Quick Release Locking Lever
• G. Vertical Cut Out
• H. Threaded Screw

Specifications

• Ball diamete r 1.77 inches
• Height 4.92 inches
• Weight 1.21 lb
• Max load 3.3 lb

Mounting the Head

• Located under the Pistol Grip Head System is the mounting socket where it can be screwed on to the platform of an adaptable bipod or monopod.
• This Pistol Grip Head System fits onto standard tripods of both 1/4 and 3/8 inch threads. To change the thread size remove the Threaded Screw (H) which is located under the base of the Pistol Grip Head System by using your finger and gently push down and to the right to remove screw. Place the Threaded Screw in a safe place.

Quick Release Plate

1. Hold open the Quick Release Leg Lock Lever (A) outward until it stops and remove the Quick Release Plate (B) by lifting upward.
2. Position the plate so that the Mounting Screw (C) aligns with the tripod socket on the camera or camcorder and screw into place.
3. Hold open the Quick Release Lock Lever (A) outward and with the camera tilted slightly down, slide the Quick Release Plate (B) back into position. Secure the platform using the Quick Release Locking Lever (F) by pressing firmly until it stops.

Using the Pistol Grip Ball Head
For movement in any direction, simply loosen the Pistol Grip Ball Head, by squeezing the Trigger Control Lock (E). When you have reached your desired position, simply release the trigger lock and the Pistol Grip Ball Head will lock into place.

Vertical Cut-Out

The Pistol Grip Ball Head also comes with a Vertical Cut-Out (G) for 360 degree photography. To use this feature, simply squeeze the trigger and rotate the Pistol Grip Ball Head until you feel the ball head begin to move downward. You may now use the Pistol Grip Ball Head at any angle. You can even shoot straight down.

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