HD 150 - Tripod Miller - Free user manual and instructions

Type	Tripod
Brand	Miller
Model	HD 150
Material	Aluminum alloy
Height (max)	170 cm (approx.)
Height (min)	70 cm (approx.)
Weight	10 kg (approx.)
Maximum Load	30 kg
Leg Sections	3
Locking System	Flip locks with safety catches
Head Type	Fluid head (compatible)
Bubble Level	Yes
Spreader	Mid-level spreader
Rubber Feet	Yes, replaceable
Transport Case	Not included
Warranty	5 years (manufacturer)
Compatibility	Miller HD series heads
Cleaning Instructions	Wipe with damp cloth, avoid solvents
Storage Temperature	-20°C to 60°C

Frequently Asked Questions - HD 150 Miller

What is the maximum load capacity of the Miller HD 150 tripod?

The Miller HD 150 tripod has a maximum load capacity of 30 kg (66 lbs), suitable for heavy professional cameras and accessories.

How do I clean and maintain my HD 150 tripod?

Clean with a damp cloth and mild soap if needed. Do not use solvents. Regularly check and tighten all screws and locks. Store in a dry place.

Is the HD 150 tripod compatible with any fluid head?

The HD 150 is designed for Miller fluid heads, especially the HD series. It uses a standard 100mm bowl, so most 100mm bowl heads from other brands may also fit.

What is the height range of the Miller HD 150 tripod?

The tripod height ranges from approximately 70 cm (27.5 in) at minimum to 170 cm (67 in) at maximum extension.

Does the HD 150 come with a carrying case?

No, a transport case is not included. However, a compatible case can be purchased separately from Miller or third-party suppliers.

How many leg sections does the HD 150 have?

The HD 150 has three leg sections with flip lock levers for quick adjustment.

What type of feet are on the HD 150 tripod?

It features rubber feet that provide good grip on most surfaces. The feet are replaceable if worn out.

Can I use the HD 150 tripod in wet or cold conditions?

Yes, the tripod is built for professional use and can handle temperatures from -20°C to 60°C. However, avoid exposing it to extreme moisture without drying afterwards.

How do I lock the legs securely?

Simply flip the lever locks on each leg section until they click and the leg is rigid. Double-check that all locks are fully engaged before mounting equipment.

What warranty does the Miller HD 150 have?

The HD 150 comes with a 5-year manufacturer warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. Register your product on Miller's website to activate.

USER MANUAL HD 150 Miller

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100mm Bowl Models

925 2-stage Carbon Fiber

931 1-stage Alloy

932 1-stage Alloy Studio

935 MINI 1-stage Alloy

150mm Bowl Models

937 2-stage Carbon Fiber

943 1-Stage Alloy

944 1-Stage Alloy Studio

945 MINI 1-Stage Alloy

ACCESSORIES & COMPONENTS SE

Cat # Description

180 Studio HD Dolly

483 Studio HD Dolly with Cable Guards and Track Lock

175 Rubber Feet (set of 3)

993 Mid Level Spreader

974 Softcase for HD 100 & HD 150 2-stage

P4816 Transport Clip

WARRANTY

Please refer to warranty card for complete details

VICE, SALES & SUPPORT

Miller Authorised Service Agents must carry out all service and repair work. Failure to observe this requirement may void warranty. It is advisable to notify Miller or a Miller Authorised Service Agent if a change of performance is observed as a result of dropping or rough usage. For information regarding sales and service of Miller products, or for your nearest Miller representative please contact us via our website or at the following:

MILLER CAMERA SUPPORT EQUIPMENT

30 Hoffam Parada, Arbanon, Sydney

NSH 2064 Australia

Tel [phone] Fax [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

MILLER CAMERA SUPPORT LLC (USA)

215 Lille Falls Road, Cedar Grove

New Jersey 07029-1231 USA

Tel: 1873; 567-6320 Fax: 1878; SET 8185

1. 18731 507 0165

MILLER FLUID HEADS (Europe) LTD.

Unit A2, Ford Lane Industrial Estal

Ford Lane, Ford

West Sussex BN18 CDF, United Kingdom

Tel [phone]

8244 01243 565 03

смен. ваймен-дипуск-еurope.com

WEBSITE www.millertripods.com

D4392-6 0908

FEATURES AND CONTROLS

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the HD Tripod. The HD Tripod has been designed to suit payload capacities from ENG up to full configuration EFP cameras. The HD Tripod is available with other a €100 mm or €150 mm bowl and as 1-Stage, 2-Stage, Studio or Mini models. The 2-Stage Tripod comes in ultralight, high strength carbon fibre tubing while the 1-Stage, Studio and the Mini Tripod comes in anodized alloy tubing. The HD Tripod is designed primarily to give excellent stability and durability. While many integrated features enable the user to operate the Tripod safely and easily - such as the Integrated Carry Handle (€100 mm bowl), Forever-Hat rubber fast and Fina height adjustable Mid-level aspirator.

The HD Tripod will give best performance when used with the Arrow Fluid Head range and OS-60 Fluid Head. This will ensure maximum system stability to suit any professional set-up. The HD Tripod will suit most industry standard ∅100 mm ∅150 mm Fluid Heads as well, please refer to manufacturers' manual for mounting details.

TECHNICAL DATA
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Tone Configuration	2-Stage	1-Stage	Studio	2-Stage	1-Stage	Studio	Mini	Mini
Tone Vasceral	Carbon	Alcy	Alcy	Carbon	Alcy	Alcy	Alcy	Alcy
Bow Dra mm	109 100 100	150 150	150 100 150
Maximum Load kg (lb)	95 (210)	95 (210)	95 (210)	95 (210)	95 (210)	95 (210)	95 (210)	95 (210)
Weight kg (lb)	4.5 (39)	5.2 (11.5)	4.7 (10.4)	4.6 (10.2)	5.35 (11.5)	4.8 (10.6)	4.3 (8.5)	4.2 (9.3)
Max Height mm (in')	1590 (62.6)	1578 (52.2)	1270 (50.0)	1515 (63.6)	1590 (62.8)	1290 (50.4)	590 (37.0)	570 (38.2)
Min Height mm (in)	450 (18.5)	785 (30.8)	590 (23.2)	510 (20.1)	920 (31.5)	510 (24.0)	350 (13.8)	370 (14.5)
Transport Length mm (in)	750 (29.5)	930 (35.6)	782 (30.8)	750 (28.5)	940 (37.0)	780 (31.1)	655 (25.4)	650 (25.5)

TRIPOD SET-UP

1. Before setting-up the tripod, the Mid Level Spreader must be attached.
2. Remove tripod from the Softcase and unlock the Transport Clips.
3. Place the Tripod Feet on level surface (if possible) and release the Quk Lok Upper Lever on each log.
4. Lift the top of the tripod to a desired height and then apply the Quik Lok Upper Lever on each leg.
5. Release the Quik Lok Lower Lever on each leg (2-Stage model), then lift the tripod to a desired height and apply the Quik Lok Lower Lever on each leg.
6. Spread the Tripod Legs apart, check that the Tripod Bowl is approximately level to the ground.
7. Check that the tripod is secure.

TRIPOD PULL DOWN

Remove the camera from the Fluid Head.1
Retract the spreader arms fully. 2.
Hold and lift off the ground by two legs, then bring the legs awards 3. While holding the top of the tripod, release the Quik Lok Upper Lever 4. and Quik Lok Lower Lever (2-Stage model) on each leg then lower completely.
Apply the Quik Lok Upper Lever and Quik Lok Lower Lever on each 5. log

Attach both Transport Clips and return the tripod to the Sollicase.5.

TRANSPORT CLIPS

The 2 Transport Clips (Fig.3) are designed to hold the HD tripod's three legs together during transport. Their spring-loaded design means they are easily gripped and detached

for set up, and just as easily snapped back on to the logs for transporting tripod. The Transport Cipe must be securely attached before transporting the tripod.

Fig 3.

CARRY HANDLE

Miller's 2-part Carry Handle (patented) (Fig 4.) is perfectly positioned to balance the tripod with the head attached.

NOTE: 1-Stage & 2-Stage 100mm tirpod models only

Fig 4.

LEG LOCK ADJUSTMENT

Over time the leg locks may need adjusting to prevent leg sippage.

Adjust the Upper Leg Lock Assembly in a locked position using 13mm Socket (Fig 5.)

1. Extend the upper stage half way and lock the Upper Lever.
2. Turn the Upper Leg lock adjuster clockwise 1/8th of a turn. Release Sprint Lok Upper Lever and ensure that stage slides freely.
3. When adjusted correctly Log Lock Lover should only have a small amount of "free play" before locking action commences. If this free play is excessive repeat the steps above.

(Upper leg lock illustrated)

3m SOCKET

WARNING: ALWAYS ADJUST WITH LEVER IN LOCKED POSITION, ADJUST LOCK IN SMALL INCREMENTS, DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN.

Fig 5.

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LEG TO BOWL ADJUSTMENT

The leg to bowl pilot joint on the HD tripod should have no lateral or free play movement and should swing with a firm, smooth resistance. Adjustment is usually not required, however, should it become necessary, the following procedure must be observed. (Fig 6.)

1. Leg to Bowl Adjustment to eliminate lateral, or free play movement. Using a cross head screwdriver, ensure Bracket Mounting Screws on both sides of the Leg Top Bracket are light. Reighten if necessary. Check all legs.

2. Leg pivot or 'swing' adjustment to ensure firm, smooth resistance. Tighten the Leg Pivot Scrows on each side of the Leg Top Bracket using a 4mm alien key until a smooth resistance is maintained. Check

SPREADER

Mid Level Spreader (Fig 7.)

The Mid-Level Spreader allows the setting of the Tripods footprint and fine height adjustment. The tripod height and overall footprint can be adjusted by turning the Spreader Adjusting knob or by adjusting the length of the telescopic spreador arms.

Spreader Set-up

1. Turn the Spreader Adjusting Knob counter-clock wise to the open position.
2. Stand the Tripod upright with legs spread out equally.
3. Release the Telescopic Clamp on the spreader arm then latch the Quick Release Latch on to the Pivoting Spreader Mount, repeat for the remaining two arms.
4. Bring each Tripod leg in such that the corresponding Spreader arm is fully retracted then lock the Telescopic Clamp, repeat for each Spreader arm.
5. Bring the Tripod legs towards the centre position, if resistance is felt do not force the Tripod legs, spread out the Tripod legs and make sure that the Spreader arms are fully retracted.

Spreader Pull Down

1. Remove the Camera and the Fluid Head from the Tripod.
2. Stand the Tripod upright with lags spread out equally and the Mid Level Spreader in the open position.
3. Pull back the Quick Release Latch knob (Fig 8.) and lift the Spreader arm from the Ploting Spreader Mount, repeat for the remaining two arms

SAFETY

Ensure that all equipment is operating correctly and free from defects and damage, also please ensure that the tripod is steady, secure and that the bowl is approximately horizontal when attaching the camera. The operator is responsible for the safe operation of this equipment.

1. Do not exceed the maximum payload capacity of the Tripad.
2. Do not leave the camera unattended on the Fluid Head.
3. Do not adjust the tripod Leg locks whilst the camera is attached to the Fluid Head
4. Do not move the Tripod whilst the camera is attached to the Fluid Head.
5. Do not remove the Mid Level Spreader or Ground Spreader whilst the camera and fluid head is attached.

MAINTENANCE

Regularly inspect the tripod, paying particular attention to any tube damage, leg lock adjustment, leg top adjustment, condition of the bowl rim, spreader mounting points, carry handle and feet.

Keep grit and dirt out of Sprint Loks as much as possible, including behind levers. Regularly clean the tripod with a clean damp rag or soft brush. Wipe off all sand, dust and salt spray.

Do not clean with solvents, cleaning fluids, lubricants, polishes, abrasives or wire brushes.

Transport and store the tripod in Miller case wherever possible. Store the tripod in a dry place, away from direct sunlight.