[467][659]Manfrotto 516/3192 Tripods

How to set up, operate, and take down the Manfrotto Tripods for 467 and 659

Packing the Tripod

  • Collapse tripod to original position. Make sure to collapse the separator.
  • Leave tripod arm loose.
  • Make sure to put tripod head toward the top of the bag (the hard cap is the top).
  • Zip the bag all of the way shut.

Tripod Features

  1. Pan Lock
  2. Pan Resistance
  3. Tilt Lock
  4. Tilt Fluid Drag

Setting Up the Tripod

  1. Remove Tripod from bag
  2. Ensure Tripod legs are slotted into separator
  3. Loosen Tripod arm
  4. Release rubber clips to allow spread
  5. Spread legs to minimum width
  6. Adjust height with top or bottom locks
    • manfrotto tripod bottom leg with visible clamp
    • manfrotto tripod leg with top clamp
  7. Adjust width by loosening separator locks. Remember to tighten them once desired width is reached
    • manfrotto tripod spreader with three locks
  8. Lock tripod arm in desired position
    • manfrotto tripod right side with arm lock
  9. Level Tripod
    • manfrotto head with air bubble to level

Leveling the Tripod

  1. Steady tripod head with hand
  2. With other hand, loosen underside lock
  3. Level according to air bubble
  4. Lock underside

Securing the Camera

  1. Assemble the Camera
  2. Slide it forward onto the tripod. When the handle is on your right, the tripod is facing away from you.
  3. Turn the knob on the right side of the camera 

Removing the Camera



Keywords:
Tripod Manfrotto Bolex Head Spreader 
Doc ID:
139073
Owned by:
Julie V. in CommArts IMC
Created:
2024-08-12
Updated:
2025-05-20
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