Vello CB-300 User manual

ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
CB-300
This VELLO product is warranted to the original purchaser to be free from defects in
materials and workmanship under normal consumer use for a period of one (1) year
from the original purchase date or thirty (30) days after replacement, whichever
occurs later. The warranty provider’s responsibility with respect to this limited
warranty shall be limited solely to repair or replacement, at the provider’s discretion,
of any product that fails during normal use of this product in its intended manner and
in its intended environment. Inoperability of the product or part(s) shall be
determined by the warranty provider. If the product has been discontinued, the
warranty provider reserves the right to replace it with a model of equivalent quality
and function.
This warranty does not cover damage or defect caused by misuse, neglect, accident,
alteration, abuse, improper installation or maintenance. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED
HEREIN, THE WARRANTY PROVIDER MAKES NEITHER ANY EXPRESS
WARRANTIES NOR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT
LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. This warranty provides you with specific legal
rights, and you may also have additional rights that vary from state to state.
To obtain warranty coverage, contact the Vello Customer Service Department to
obtain a return merchandise authorization (“RMA”) number, and return the defective
product to Vello along with the RMA number and proof of purchase. Shipment of the
defective product is at the purchaser’s own risk and expense.
For more information or to arrange service, visit www.vellogear.com or call
Customer Service at 212-594-2353.
Product warranty provided by the Gradus Group.
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QUICKSHOT
FLASH BRACKET
MANUAL

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2. To move from horizontal
(landscape) to vertical (portrait)
positioning, grasp the flash unit
near the shoe mount and pull the
rotating arm down clockwise.
3. At the same time, turn the camera
to vertical orientation.
1. The Vello Rotating Flash Bracket
allows you to hold your camera
as you normally would, right
hand holding the camera, ready
to press the shutter button.
ROTATING THE FLASH
Thank you for choosing a Vello Rotating Flash Bracket. The Vello CB-300
Rotating Flash Bracket accepts SLR and medium format cameras, allowing
you to position a flash directly above the lens in horizontal or vertical
orientation. The adjustable flash shoe is capable of accommodating almost
any portable flash.
The bracket is all metal yet lightweight. It includes a cork pad to prevent
the camera from slipping on the mount. The height of the upright arm of
the bracket is adjustable. There is also a 1/4"-20 socket for tripod
mounting. Integrated feet allow you to securely set your camera down
mid-session. Please follow the instructions below to get the most out of
your Vello Rotating Flash Bracket.
INTRODUCTION

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2. Tighten the red knob until the
flash is secure.
1. Turn the red knob
counterclockwise until the shoe
mount is open wide enough to
accommodate the flash.
3. Connect your flash to your
camera with the appropriate
sync cord for your model of flash
and camera (not included). Sync
cords can be obtained from your
photo equipment dealer.
MOUNTING THE FLASH
The Vello Rotating Flash Bracket features an adjustable cold shoe.
FEATURES DIAGRAM
Locking Knob
Shoe Mount Flash Rotating Arm
Mounting Plate
1/4"-20 Camera
Mounting Socket
Alignment Guide Mark
Upright Arm
Tripod 1/4"-20 Socket
2. To move from horizontal
(landscape) to vertical (portrait)
positioning, grasp the flash unit
near the shoe mount and pull the
rotating arm down clockwise.
3. At the same time, turn the camera
to vertical orientation.
1. The Vello Rotating Flash Bracket
allows you to hold your camera
as you normally would, right
hand holding the camera, ready
to press the shutter button.
ROTATING THE FLASH
Thank you for choosing a Vello Rotating Flash Bracket. The Vello CB-300
Rotating Flash Bracket accepts SLR and medium format cameras, allowing
you to position a flash directly above the lens in horizontal or vertical
orientation. The adjustable flash shoe is capable of accommodating almost
any portable flash.
The bracket is all metal yet lightweight. It includes a cork pad to prevent
the camera from slipping on the mount. The height of the upright arm of
the bracket is adjustable. There is also a 1/4"-20 socket for tripod
mounting. Integrated feet allow you to securely set your camera down
mid-session. Please follow the instructions below to get the most out of
your Vello Rotating Flash Bracket.
INTRODUCTION

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2. Before tightening the mounting
knob, make certain that the
camera is flush against the
retaining lip of the plate.
1. Mount the camera to the plate
by screwing the mounting knob
into your camera's tripod socket. 2. Adjust the bracket's position. The
center of the lens should align with
the shaped hole in the bracket.
1. Loosen the two screws on the
side of the upright arm.
3. Retighten the screws. The flash
will now be centered above the
lens when you switch to a
vertical orientation.
The top plate can be removed if necessary to accommodate certain models of
larger cameras. Use a screwdriver to remove the screw holding the plate to
the bracket.
TO MOUNT THE CAMERA ADJUSTING THE UPRIGHT ARM
The upright bracket can be adjusted to properly center the flash unit
and to accommodate larger cameras.

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2. Before tightening the mounting
knob, make certain that the
camera is flush against the
retaining lip of the plate.
1. Mount the camera to the plate
by screwing the mounting knob
into your camera's tripod socket. 2. Adjust the bracket's position. The
center of the lens should align with
the shaped hole in the bracket.
1. Loosen the two screws on the
side of the upright arm.
3. Retighten the screws. The flash
will now be centered above the
lens when you switch to a
vertical orientation.
The top plate can be removed if necessary to accommodate certain models of
larger cameras. Use a screwdriver to remove the screw holding the plate to
the bracket.
TO MOUNT THE CAMERA ADJUSTING THE UPRIGHT ARM
The upright bracket can be adjusted to properly center the flash unit
and to accommodate larger cameras.