Setup the Tripod first

 

Spread the legs of the tripod to the width you think will be wide enough to

support the tripod

Adjust the length of the legs so they are even and the desired height you

want the camera

The knob underneath the tripod head will allow adjustment of the head

so you can level it using the yellow Bubble on the tripod head

Bubble on the tripod head used to level the tripod

Turning the knob on the side of the tripod will allow you to adjust the handle

on the tripod.

Screw in the tripod plate in the "third" smaller hold and tighten

Pull Latch shown here to unlock the plate and push it in to

lock the plate on to the tripod

 

Pull Latch shown here to unlock the plate and push it in to

lock the plate on to the tripod

To adjust the Pan Lock use the knob in the front of the head
This knob will adjust the tilt of the head

Turn this knob to loosen the pan handle to adjust the position.

Lock it in place when at the right position. You will have to put it back down

flat when packing it up in the case.