Amratek Products 68.5 Inch Selfie Stick Tripod Instructions
- June 5, 2024
- Amratek Products
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Amratek Products 68.5 Inch Selfie Stick Tripod
Product Information
Specifications
- Product Name: EZ Tripod
- Brand: AP (Amratek Products)
- Website: www.amratekproducts.com
- Connector Type: SO 239 for feed-line coax, 3/8-24 female for antenna/coil
- Hub Features: 3 tabs for leg attachment, anchor stakes for stability, D shaped holes for counterpoise connection
Product Usage Instructions
Setup
Warning: Ensure safety by avoiding overhead power lines and maintaining a safe distance from operators andbystanders. Comply with FCC RF exposure requirements.
- Connect the feed-line coax to the SO 239 connector on the bottom of the hub after attaching the legs and anchoring the hub to the ground.
- Slide the legs onto the 3 tabs on the hub and insert the leg retention pins into the designated holes.
- Place the tripod where you want your antenna, making sure it is securely positioned on the ground.
- Connect the feed line if not done already, avoiding injury from protruding pins.
- Insert anchor stakes through the holes in the yellow leg end and secure them into the ground to prevent tipping or disconnection due to wind.
- Thread an antenna or loading coil into the 3/8-24 female connector on top of the hub. Finger tighten only, avoid using tools to prevent damage.
- Connect the counterpoise using the D shaped holes around the hub with alligator style clips. Various materials can be used as a counterpoise.
FAQ
- Q: What should I do if my tripod falls over?
- A: If your tripod falls over, carefully assess any damages and reassemble it following the setup instructions provided. Ensure stability and avoid setting up in hazardous locations.
- Q: Can I use this tripod for indoor setups?
- A: The EZ Tripod is designed for outdoor use to support antennas. Indoor setups may not be suitable due to space and stability requirements.
Setup
Warning!
Be aware of overhead power lines. Never set up under electrical wires or where your antenna can fall over into possible hazards. Always set up far enough from operators and bystanders that an antenna cannot fall over and strike anyone. Make sure that your set up complies with FCC RF exposure requirements.
See www.arrl.org/rf-exposure for information
Connect the feed-line coax to the SO 239 connector on the bottom of the hub. You may prefer to do this after the legs have been attached to the hub and the hub has been anchored to the ground. Slide the legs onto the 3 tabs on the hub. Insert the leg retention pins into the holes on the legs and leg tabs as shown in fi gure 1. Place the tripod on the ground where you want your antenna located. Refer to the warning above. If you haven’t already connected the feed line, do it now with caution. Be mindful of the pins protruding from the tabs to avoid injury. Next, insert the anchor stakes thru the holes in the yellow leg end and force them into the ground. The stakes prevent tipping of the antenna or the legs from coming off of the hub due to wind.
Now you are ready to thread an antenna or loading coil into the 3/8-24 female connector on the top of the hub. Do not use tools to tighten the antenna or coil. Finger tight is all that is needed. Using too much torque risks things pulling apart at the wrong place during disassembly. There are 9 “D” shaped holes around the outside of the hub. Thease are for connecting the counterpoise of your set up using alligator style clips. The counterpoise can be a metal window screen, Faraday cloth, random length radials, or tuned radials.