BE Series Dual Action Ballhead You’re on steady ground™ 1
Introduction Thank You for choosing Oben! This sturdy Oben BE Series Dual-Action ballhead provides smooth, effortless operation. Two locks provide independent adjustment and locking of the ball and the panoramic base. A snap-in quickrelease plate is included for quick, simple mounting/ dismounting of the camera. An integrated bubble level ensures accurate alignment of the camera with the horizon. The panoramic base of the ballhead allows for full 360° panning—ideal for shooting panoramic photos.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Key Features 4 Mount Ballhead To Tripod 5 Converting Mounting Thread 5 Main Locking Knob Operation 5 Mount Quick-Release Plate 6 Mount Camera 7 Panoramic Base 7 Warnings 7 3
KEY FEATURES C B A D F E G H I A Quick-Release Plate B Bubble Level C 1/4”-20 UNC Mounting Screw D Quick-Release Knob E Main Locking Knob F Locking Index Scale G Pan Knob H Panoramic Base With 360° Markings I 90° Groove 4
OPERATION 1. Mount Ballhead To Tripod To mount the ballhead on the tripod, first tighten all of the knobs on the head. Then, being careful to properly align the tripod stud and the ballhead hole to avoid damaging them, rotate the ballhead clockwise onto the tripod, and tighten it by hand. 2. Converting Mounting Thread For tripods with a 1/4″ threaded mounting stud: insert the supplied Reducer Bushing into the threaded mounting hole of the head to enable a proper fit. 3.
OPERATION 4. Mount Quick-Release Plate Remove the quick-release plate from the ballhead by turning the quick-release knob counterclockwise. This loosens the quick-release clamp, allowing you to remove the quick-release plate. Mount the quick-release plate to the threaded hole on the base of your camera. Use the supplied hex key to tighten the screw. The plate utilizes a 1/4″20 screw that will fit most cameras.
OPERATION Warning: Always use one hand to secure the camera while adjusting the ballhead, and ensure that the lock is engaged before letting go of the camera. 6. Panoramic Base The base of the ballhead can be independently rotated 360°. The base is controlled by loosening the pan knob. This is the smallest knob, at the base of the head. Twist the knob counterclockwise to unlock the base, rotate the base to the desired position, and lock the base by turning the knob clockwise.
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