HOW TO SET UP CAMERA AND TRIPOD

( S T E P BY S T E P )

STEP 1This is how you should hold the tripod and camera appropriately. You should carry the camera in its bag (ensure it is zipped up fully) and carry it by the long strap on your shoulder to prevent tripping over the long strap.

You should carry the tripod in its case (again, ensure its zipped up fully) and carry it in the opposite hand by both the handles, to ensure you don’t drop it.

STEP 2To take the tripod out of its case, put the camera is on the floor, out the way so you are free to move about without damaging it. Place the case on the floor and start to unzip it and take it out.

STEP 3If it makes it easier lay the case on the floor as it will be easier to take the tripod out.

STEP 4Extend the legs of the tripod so it balances on its own

STEP 5Push the circles towards the center of the tripod to make sure it is steady and balanced

STEP 6To extend the legs further, open the clasps on the top of each leg, this will loosen it so you are able to make it higher, remember to shut these clasps afterwards.

This is what it should then look like, and this is our chosen height to do our interviews

STEP 8To adjust the spirit level so it is straight and in the center, loosen the handle underneath turning it anti-clockwise, and move the camera around until the spirit level is in the center

The bubble should be in the inner circle to ensure that the camera position is going to be in the center

STEP 9Remove the plate off the tripod, by holding in the red button to drag it out. Attach the plate to the base of the camera, by leveling the gold stud into the hole nearest the lens and screwing the screw to make it tight and secure

This is what it should then look like.

FINALLY…You’re camera is now ready to use!