Oben CTT-1000 User manual

CTT-1000/CTT-1000L
3-Section Carbon-Fiber Tabletop Tripod
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Thank youfor choosing Oben!
The Oben CTT-1000 Series tripods are sturdy and
high-quality carbon-fiber tabletop tripods that
provide a compact and secure platform for vlogging,
oer a variety of options ideal for the photographer on
mobile, and low-angle photography. These tripods
the go. Twist locking adjustable legs make this tripod
quick to set up and simple to operate.
The 11-pound weight capacity makes these tripods
compatible with a range of devices from compact
smartphones to full-featured DSLRs. The included
ballhead is outfitted with an Arca-compatible
quick-release plate for rapid camera mounting and
swapping. And for uneven or soft surfaces, the
nonskid rubber feet can be removed to expose
spiked feet.
An extender is included for extra height, and it can
even be used as a selfie stick. Oben’s CTT-1000 Series
tripods are great additions to the camera bag of
photographers and vloggers who insist on
portability and rapid deployment.
INTRODUCTION

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Key Features _____________________________________4-7
Ballhead Operation______________________________8-12
Mountingthe Ballhead ___________________________8
Mountingthe Quick-Release PlatetotheCamera__9
MountingtheCameraand Quick-ReleasePlate to the Ballhead__ 10
MainLockingKnobOperation_____________________11
PanoramicBase ________________________________12
Tripod Operation
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LegLength Adjustment__________________________12
LegAngle Adjustment___________________________13
Attaching the Extender__________________________13
SpikedFeet_____________________________________14
Specifications ____________________________________15
Warnings__________________________________________15
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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KEY FEATURES
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A1/4-20mountingscrew
B3-anglelegadjustment
CLegadjustmenttwistlocks
DRubber/spikedFeet
EExtender/selfiestick
AlsoIncluded: 3/8-16to1/4-20reducerbushings(×2)
Hexkeys(×2)
KEY FEATURES

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KEY FEATURES
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KEY FEATURES
Quick-releaseplate
1/4-20mountingscrew
Quick-releaseknob
Vertical bubble level
90°notch
Lockingknob
Panknob
Panoramicbase with 360°markings
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OPERATIONOPERATION
BallheadOperation
MOUNTING THE BALLHEAD
During normal operation, the
ballhead will occasionally have
to be removed. To mount it back
onto the tripod:
1. Align the ballhead socket with
the tripod mounting screw.
2.Rotate the ballhead clockwise
onto the tripod, and tighten it
by hand.
Note: To use the ballhead with a
tripod that has a 3/8-16 threaded
mounting post, remove the reducer
bushing from the ballhead’s
mounting socket.

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OPERATIONOPERATION
MOUNTING THE QUICK-RELEASE
PLATE TO THE CAMERA
The quick-release plate has
a 1/4-20 screw that fits most
cameras.
1. Loosen the quick-release
knob by turning it
counterclockwise, and
remove the quick-release
plate from the ballhead.
2.Screw the plate onto the
bottom of the camera.
3. Use the D-ring, a slotted
screwdriver, or a coin to
tighten the screw into the
camera’s socket.
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
BallheadOperation(continued)
MOUNTING THE CAMERA AND QUICK-
RELEASE PLATE TO THE BALLHEAD
Make sure that 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. Then lower the other
side until the quick-release
plate is lying flat in the quick-
release clamp.
Note: Make sure the mounting
screw’s D-ring is flush with the
bottom of the plate.
3. Turn the quick-release knob
clockwise to lock the plate.