Velbon Pole Pod - User Manual

Identification of Parts
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Camera screw
QB-3
Stability improves when the
tripod legs are opened, however
the role of these legs is to assist
the monopod, so please ensure you hold
your camera firmly when attached. Do not
step on the legs as this can cause damage.
When moving from place to
place, please ensure you
detach your camera from the
monopod, otherwise movement
could cause your camera to
detach and fall.
Head Locking Lever
Leg Locking Lever
Monopod
(inverted)
Tripod Leg Section
Column Lock
Rubber Foot for Monopod
Rubber Foot
Leg Angle Selector
Direct Contact Pipe
(Twist-lock system)
The twist-lock system enables
easy set-up as well as excellent
rigidity when extended.
To extend tripod legs,
twist anti-clockwise to
unlock, then extend
as required and twist
clockwise to lock.
Specifications
Ball Head
Extended height
Minimum height
Closed length
Diameter of Monopod Tubes
Diameter of Tripod Legs
Monopod
Tripod
Weight
Ideal load
Pole Pod
QHD-41Q
1785mm
605mm
680mm
29/26/23/20mm
21/18mm
4 section
2 section
930g
1500g
Vertical Tilt
Horizontal Panning
Head Locking Lever
Head Locking Lever
Rotate locking lever until quick-shoe (QB-3) can
be removed from the socket.Turn camera screw
clockwise to attach QB-3 to the base of your
camera. Replace QB-3 in socket and lock in
place by rotating locking lever.
2. How to use Ball Head QHD-41Q1. How to attach camera to QHD-41Q 3-1. How to remove QHD-41Q from Pole Pod
You can freely adjust the angle of your camera,
when the Head Locking Lever is undone. Once
happy with the framing of your shot, tighten the
lever to lock the head in position.
Caution: Please hold onto your camera
when loosening the locking lever, otherwise
it could tip and become damaged.
Should you wish to remove the ball-head from
the pole, tighten the Head Locking Lever and the
Column Lock, then turn the ball-head
anti-clockwise to unscrew.
(it is also possible to attach a different head, as
long as it has a 1/4"-20 thread)
Pole Pod
Manual
Column Lock
※Please note that the figures quoted above are intended as a guide and may vary slightly due to ongoing product improvements.
Back
Front

Summary

Identification of Parts

Camera Screw and Quick-Shoe

Details on the camera screw (QB-3) and its attachment to the camera and monopod socket.

Tripod Leg Extension

Instructions on extending and locking tripod legs for stability and proper use.

Ball Head Operation

Guidance on adjusting camera angle using the ball head locking lever and panning.

Removing Ball Head from Pole Pod

Steps to detach the ball head from the main pole by locking levers and unscrewing.

Panhead Screw Options

Explains the use of long and short camera screws for attaching panheads or cameras directly.

Adjusting Pole Height

Manual adjustment of the pole height by loosening and tightening the Column Lock.

Leg Angle Selection

Guide to setting tripod leg angles to Low-Angle, Semi-Low-Angle, and Normal Angle positions.

Extending and Locking Pole

Procedure for extending or retracting the pole by operating the Leg Locking Levers.

Extending and Locking Tripod Legs

Detailed steps for extending and securing each tripod leg using the rubber foot twist.

Using as a Monopod

Instructions for converting the Pole Pod into a monopod by detaching legs and inverting.

Using as an Extension Pole

Guidance on using the detached pole section as an extendable boom for creative photography.

Velbon Pole Pod Specifications

General

Brand	Velbon
Model	Pole Pod
Category	Camera Accessories
Language	English