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MBH-11 Dual-Action Mini Ballhead You’re on steady ground ®...
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INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing Oben The Oben Dual Action Mini Ballhead is an ideal accessory for most tabletop and mini tripods. Lightweight yet strong and durable, this all-metal ballhead boasts professional features that are more often found in full-sized ballheads.
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• Remove the camera from the ballhead during transport. • To avoid damage, always support your device or camera with one hand while adjusting tilt and pan settings. • All images are for illustrative purposes only. Visit our website at ObenSupports.com for more Oben products.
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OVERVIEW Quick-release plate 1/4-20 mounting screw Quick-release knob Vertical bubble level Main locking knob Reducer bushing 3/8-16 threaded socket Panoramic base with 360° markings Pan locking knob 90° notch...
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OPERATION Mounting the Ballhead Screw the ballhead onto the tripod’s mounting post. Note: If the tripod has a 3/8-16 mounting post, remove the reducer bushing from the ballhead’s mounting socket.
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Warning: Some manufacturers’ plates do not meet our specifications and may not lock your equipment securely in the Oben quick-release clamp. Test any camera and lens plates made by manufacturers other than Oben to ensure compatibility before use.
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OPERATION Mounting the Camera Make sure all knobs on the ballhead are tightened, except for the quick-release knob. 1. Turn the quick-release knob counterclockwise until it stops. 2. Mount the camera to the ballhead by sliding one edge of the quick-release plate into the clamp.
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OPERATION Main Locking Knob Operation The main locking knob locks and unlocks the ballhead, which allows you to change the position of the camera. A lways use one hand to secure the camera while adjusting the ballhead, and make sure the lock is engaged before letting go of the camera.
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OPERATION Panoramic Base The base of the ballhead can be independently rotated 360°. Use the degree markings on the base of the ballhead to accurately set up panoramic shots. 1. Twist the pan knob counterclockwise to unlock the base. 2. Rotate the base to the desired position, and then lock the base by turning the knob clockwise.