Oben VH-A30 User manual

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VH-A30
Tilt Head for Monopods
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Thank youfor choosing Oben
The Oben VH-A30 Tilt Head is a sturdy, all-aluminum
tilt head designed for monopods. It provides 180°
vertical tilt for a camera and lens weighing up to 33
pounds, and its durable construction will stand up to
the most demanding indoor and outdoor use. The head
is equipped with Oben’s Arca-style compatible QR-20
quick-release plate that’s perfect for quickly mounting
and swapping cameras. An integrated bubble level
helps you align your camera with the horizon.
INTRODUCTION

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Overview ____________________________ 4-5
Operation____________________________ 6-9
MountingtheHead to a Monopod ____________6
MountingtheQuick-ReleasePlate ____________6
MountingtheCamera/Lens _________________7
TiltLockKnob ___________________________8
Quick-ReleaseKnob ______________________8
Repositioningthe Clamp ___________________9
Specifications _________________________ 10
Warnings ______________________________11
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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OVERVIEW
F
H
E
C
G
B
A
D

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OVERVIEW
Quick-releaseplate
1/4-20mounting screw
Clampattachmentscrew
Quick-releaseknob
Quick-releaseclamp
Tiltlock knob
3/8-16 mountingsocket
Bubblelevel
A
B
F
G
H
E
D
C

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OPERATIONOPERATION
1. Screw the head onto your
monopod.
2. Once attached, make sure the
head’s base is flush against
the monopod’s top mount.
3. If your monopod has a set
screw, tighten it until secure.
Mountingthe Head toaMonopod
Mountingthe Quick-ReleasePlate
The plate’s 1/4-20 screw will fit
most cameras and lenses.
1. Mount the quick-release plate
to the threaded socket of your
camera or lens base.
2. Tighten the screw with a coin
or a hex key, and make sure
the camera or lens base is
flush against the plate.
3. Fold the thumbscrew flat
against the bottom of the
plate before mounting it into
the clamp.

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OPERATIONOPERATION
1. Before mounting the camera or
lens to the head, make sure the
tilt lock knob is fully tightened.
2. Place the quick-release plate
and camera/lens into the
clamp.
3. Adjust the plate’s position for
optimum balance. Tighten the
quick-release knob until secure.
Mountingthe Camera/Lens

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OPERATION
1. Turn the tilt lock knob
counterclockwise to unlock the
head.
2. Position the angle of the head,
and turn the knob clockwise to
tighten it.
Important: Always use one hand
to hold onto your camera while
adjusting the head. Be sure the tilt
lock is fully tightened before letting
the camera go.
TiltLockKnob
Quick-ReleaseKnob
1. Turn the quick release knob
counterclockwise to loosen
the plate and reposition or
rebalance your camera.
2. Continue to loosen the clamp
to remove the plate from the
clamp.
3. Turn the knob clockwise to
lock the plate into position.

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OPERATION
For convenience, the clamp’s
position can be repositioned, so
the quick-release knob and the
tilt-lock knob are on opposite
sides of the head.
1. Remove the quick-release plate.
2. Use the hex key to remove the
clamp attachment screw.
3. Reposition the clamp so the
quick-release knob and the tilt-
lock knob are on opposite sides
of the head.
4. Replace the screw, and tighten
it with the hex key until secure.
Repositioningthe Clamp

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SPECIFICATIONS
Head Type Tilt
Base Mount 3/8-16
Camera Mounting Screw 1/4-20
Quick-Release Plate QR-20
Load Capacity 33 lb. (15 kg)
Number of Bubble Levels 1
Material Aluminum
Vertical Tilt +90° to -90°
Dimensions (H × W × D) 3.5 × 3.6 × 2.4 in.
(8.9 × 9.1 × 6.1 cm)
Weight 12.4 oz. (351.5 g)

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WARNINGS
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for more Oben products.
!• Do not exceed the head’s maximum load
capacity of 33 lb (15 kg).
• Ensure that all appropriate locks are
engaged when necessary.
• The VH-A30 head should be used only in
temperatures ranging between -4°F and
158°F (-20°C and 70°C).
• Do not operate in salt water. Dry the head if it
becomes wet.
• Remove the camera from the head during
setup or transport.
• Avoid long-term exposure to sunlight.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• All images are for illustrative purposes only.

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