Vortex High Country User manual

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A. Ball Head
B. QR Plate Tension Lock Knob
C. QR Plate
D. QR Plate Platform
E. QR Pin Lock
F. Ball Head Lever
G. Center Column Locking Collar
H. Tripod Bubble Level
I. Variable Leg Release Button
J. Two-Piece Center Column
K. Accessory Hook
L. Flip-Lever Leg Lock
VORTEX HIGH COUNTRY TRIPOD
Congratulations on your purchase of the rugged,
compact Vortex High Country tripod.
1. Release the quick release plate by loosening the tension
lock knob (B) and sliding the quick release plate (C) forward
until it reaches the pin lock.
2. Push the pin lock (E) in and slide the quick release plate off the
plate platform (D).
3. Thread the quick release plate onto the body of the spotting scope,
binocular, or camera and tighten the screw so the connection is secure.
4. Reattach the quick release plate by pushing the pin lock in and sliding the
plate back on until it is centered on the plate platform.
Using the ball head lever
The ball head lever controls all movement of the head. Release
the tension by turning the lever (F) counter-clockwise—this
allows you to move the head freely in all directions. Turn the
lever clockwise to increase the tension again.
Use the quick release (QR) plate to attach a spotting
scope, binocular, or camera to the High Country tripod.

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Extending the leg length
Each tripod leg has five sections. To extend a leg, release
the flip-lever locks (L) and slide
leg sections out to the desired
length. Press the flip-lever back
down to lock a section in place.
Warranty and Service
This product is warranted to be
free of defects in materials and
workmanship for three years
after purchase. Vortex Optics
will repair or replace such
product or part thereof that,
upon our inspection, is found
to be defective in materials or
workmanship.
If you need assistance using your
tripod, please contact:
Vortex Optics
2120 West Greenview Drive
Middleton, WI 53562
800-426-0048
[email protected]
Adjusting the variable leg angle spread
Adjust the tripod leg angles for ease of use in
various scenarios. Push
the leg release button (I)
and lift the leg upward to
one of two different angle
positions. Repeat with
other legs as needed.
Adjusting the center column
Change the position of the center column (J) to gain additional height.
Unlock the center column by rotating the collar (G) in a counter-clockwise
direction. Maneuver the center column to the desired height and lock in
place by rotating the collar in a clockwise direction. Stabilize the tripod in
windy conditions by hanging a counterweight (not supplied) from the center
column accessory hook (K).
Using the level
Use the leveling bubble (H) on the shoulder mount to gauge your alignment
and allow for optimum viewing and photography. The tripod will be level
when the bubble is within the black circle.
Remove the bottom section of the two-piece
center column to keep the head closer to the
ground when viewing at the lowest position.