Vortex High Country User Manual

©Vortex Optics USA 2009
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Ball Head with Quick Release Plate
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A. Ball Head
B. QR Plate Tension Lock Knob
C. QR Plate
D. QR Plate Platform
E. QR Pin Lock
F. Ball Head Lever
G. Center Column Locking Collar
H. Tripod Bubble Level
I. Variable Leg Release Button
J. Two-Piece Center Column
K. Accessory Hook
L. Flip-Lever Leg Lock
VORTEX HIGH COUNTRY TRIPOD
Congratulations on your purchase of the rugged,
compact Vortex High Country tripod.
1. Release the quick release plate by loosening the tension
lock knob (B) and sliding the quick release plate (C) forward
until it reaches the pin lock.
2. Push the pin lock (E) in and slide the quick release plate off the
plate platform (D).
3. Thread the quick release plate onto the body of the spotting scope,
binocular, or camera and tighten the screw so the connection is secure.
4. Reattach the quick release plate by pushing the pin lock in and sliding the
plate back on until it is centered on the plate platform.
Using the ball head lever
The ball head lever controls all movement of the head. Release
the tension by turning the lever (F) counter-clockwise—this
allows you to move the head freely in all directions. Turn the
lever clockwise to increase the tension again.
Use the quick release (QR) plate to attach a spotting
scope, binocular, or camera to the High Country tripod.

Vortex High Country Specifications

General

Magnification	10x
Objective Lens Diameter	42 mm
Eye Relief	15 mm
Exit Pupil	4.2 mm
Angular Field of View	6.5 degrees
Waterproof	Yes
Fogproof	Yes
Lens Coating	Fully Multi-Coated
Field of View	341 feet/1000 yards
Length	5.7 in

Summary

Using the Ball Head Lever

Quick Release Plate Attachment

Attach the quick release plate to your device by threading it onto the plate platform and tightening the screw.

Quick Release Plate Removal

Release the quick release plate by loosening the tension lock, sliding it to the pin lock, and pushing the pin to remove.

Extending Tripod Legs

Adjusting Leg Angle Spread

Center Column Adjustment

Center Column Operation

Unlock the center column by rotating the collar, adjust height, and relock to secure its position.

Using the Leveling Bubble