Manfrotto 501HDV User Manual

Cod. 501,231 - 09/06 Copyright © 2006 Manfrotto Bassano Italy
11,5 cm 1,6 kg 6 kg
4.5” 3,5 lbs 13,2 lbs
INSTRUCTIONS
501HDV
REMOVE THE CAMCORDER FROM THE HEAD
Whenever the camcorder needs to be removed from the head, hold the
camera securely in one hand while operating locking lever “M” and safety
button “N” with the other hand.
USE &
To use the head correctly, level the head on the tripod (you can use both tripods
with flat attachment or levelling bowl) using the spirit level “J” (fig. 9)
The head features 360° pan and vertical tilt (+90°/-60°) which are controlled
using the pan bar “A”
- The pan movement can be locked using the knob “V” and it has an adjustable
additional friction control: screwing the knob “X” the friction increases.
- The tilt movement can be locked using the knob “U” and it has an adjustable
additional friction control: screwing the knob “T” the friction increases.
- The head is provided with a spring loaded counter balance system “B”
(ON/OFF) to help to support the camera weight.
The head can be used with or without counter balance system.
Note: The position of the locking knobs “M” (fig. 7) and “V” (fig.9) can be
modified by unscrewing the screw at the edge of the knob, with a 2,5mm tool
(not supplied), extracting the knob and reinserting it rotated 1/6 of turn in a
more comfortable position.
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Manfrotto 501HDV Specifications

General

Type	Fluid Head
Weight	1.6 kg
Load Capacity	5 kg
Pan Range	360°
Quick Release	Yes
Pan Bar	Yes
Material	Aluminum
Base Type	Flat
Pan Drag	Adjustable
Tilt Drag	Adjustable

Summary

Remove Camcorder from Head

Using the Head

Pan and Tilt Operation

Controls 360° pan and vertical tilt using the pan bar and adjustable friction.

Friction and Locking Controls

Details on locking pan/tilt movement and adjusting friction with specific knobs.

Counter Balance System

Explains the spring-loaded system for supporting camera weight, with ON/OFF capability.

Knob Position Adjustment

Guidance on modifying the position of locking knobs for better ergonomics.

Product Introduction and Key Features

Setup and Assembly

Head Setup and Tripod Mounting

Instructions for setting up the head and mounting it onto a tripod.

Quick Release Plate Removal

Steps to extract the quick release plate from the head assembly.

Camcorder Assembly on Plate

Guides on attaching the camcorder to the quick release plate using screws.

Mounting Camcorder on Head

Procedure for attaching the camcorder plate to the head and finding balance.