Orion PARAGON 5370 User Manual

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To use the rubber feet, thread the foot counterclockwise until  
it stops. In this position, the metal spike will be well recessed  
within the rubber. Be sure all three rubber feet are flat on the  
floor, not tipped sideways.  
Orion Paragon  
Field Tripod & Fluid Pan Head  
#5370 Paragon HD-F2  
#5360 Paragon-Plus XHD  
To expose the spike feet, thread the rubber foot clockwise  
until the spike protrudes from the rubber. In some instances  
you may wish to remove the rubber feet altogether so more  
of the metal spike is exposed. This can be done by just pull-  
ing the rubber feet off their anchors. They can be pressed on  
again at any time.  
Adjusting the Tripod’s Stance  
The Paragons have a very wide stance for enhanced stability.  
The widest stance is achieved when the tri-brace is as far  
down as it will go on the elevator shaft housing. The brace  
lock knob should be tightened to secure the stance.  
If you are using the tripod in a confined space, the stance can  
be narrowed by loosening the tri-brace lock knob, and push-  
ing the legs closer together.The tri-brace will move up on the  
elevator shaft housing. Retighten the lock knob to secure the  
legs in the new position. Be aware that the tripod will become  
more “tippy” as its stance is narrowed. Be very careful when  
mounting an instrument with an unwieldy center of gravity on  
the tripod, especially if it is somewhat heavy.  
Two-way  
Quick release shoe  
Pan head handle  
pan head  
Congratulations on your purchase of a quality Orion product.  
These sturdy aluminum tripods provide solid support for bin-  
oculars, small telescopes, still cameras, or video cameras.  
Designed for use either indoors or outdoors, the Paragons  
feature a smooth, two-way pan head and quick-release shoe  
for convenient operation.  
Handle  
lock knob  
Elevator shaft  
Elevator  
hand crank  
Elevator lock knob  
To get the most from your new tripod, please take a few min-  
utes to read these instructions and operating tips. Refer to the  
labeled figure for the names of specific parts of the tripod.  
Elevator shaft housing  
Brace lock knob  
Tri-brace  
Adjusting the Legs  
Your Paragon tripod comes fully assembled. Note that each  
leg has two telescoping sections. To extend a leg, loosen the  
ridged helical lock knob by turning it counterclockwise, then  
extend the leg. When it has been extended to the desired  
length, turn the lock knob clockwise until tight. Before mount-  
ing an instrument on the tripod it is a good idea to press down  
on the pan head to make sure the legs are locked securely  
and will not give way under the instrument’s weight.  
Helical leg  
lock knobs  
Dual Rubber/Spike Feet  
The Paragons are equipped with dual-purpose feet that con-  
sist of a retractable rubber foot and a metal spike.The rubber  
feet are intended for use of the tripod indoors or on a smooth  
paved surface.The metal spikes are desirable for achieving a  
firm grip on soft surfaces.  
Rubber feet  
Customer Support (800) 676-1343  
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