User Manual

INSTRUCTIONS: Wimberley Sidekick (SK-100)
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Wimberley, Inc. Phone: [phone]
1750 Broadway St Toll Free: 1-888-665-2746 (USA & Canada)
Charlottesville, VA
22902 USA www.tripodhead.com [e-mail]
Wimberley, Inc. ©2018, All Rights Reserved Revised 180430
Made in USA
MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING:
It is important to read these instructions.
Setting up the sidekick is not difficult, but reading these
instructions will allow you to get the most out of the product.
Thank You! Your observations and suggestions are welcome. We will continue to refine the Sidekick and instructions in response to customer feedback.
MOUNTING THE SIDEKICK ON A BALL HEAD:
The Sidekick has been designed and constructed to handle many maintenance free years in the field.
There should be no need for any routine maintenance.
IF YOU HAVE A PROBLEM
WITH YOUR SIDEKICK:
Few things are likely to go wrong with the Sidekick.
However, if the Sidekick is in need of repair, we ask that
you return the Sidekick to us for inspection and service.
(International customers should contact the dealer who
sold you the Sidekick).
If you need a Sidekick for a trip or shoot while yours is
being repaired, let us know and we can send you one
on loan. If the Sidekick is faulty, we will fix it free of cost.
If the problem arises from extreme use, abuse or acci-
dent, we will repair the Sidekick for a reasonable fee.
EMERGENCY REPAIRS:
We discourage you from disassembling this unit without
direct instruction from us. Any damage to the sidekick
resulting from disassembly will not be covered by war-
ranty. In special cases It may not feasible to send the
unit in for repair and you may wish to attempt to fix a
problem yourself. If you choose this route however you
do so at your own risk. Field repairs should be followed
up with a proper repair from us as soon as possible.
Nylon Washer
Spring Washer
Thrust Washer
Radial Roller
Thrust Bearing
Stainless Steel
Captivating Screw
Cover for
Bearing Assembly
Knob
1/4-20 holes for
adding spacers to
the sidekick
(for certain large
lenses)
Safety Stop Screw
Stainless Steel
Tilt Shaft
Quick-Release
Clamp
SETTING UP THE SIDEKICK
Step 1: Drop the ball stem & quick-release clamp into the side notch in the rim of the
ball head “cup”. See Fig. 1.
Step 2: Align the clamp so that the clamp slot is vertical
Step 3: Set the quick-release clamp into place by locking down the ball using the
appropriate knob on the ball head.
Step 4: Open the QR clamp The sidekick has an
integrated top stop and an optional lower safety
Stop screw. These prevent accidental sliding out
of the quick release. If you use the lower stop you
must open the jaws of the quick-release clamp
wide enough to load your lens from the side
(instead of sliding it in). See Fig 2 and 3
Fig. 1 – Ball Head
Fig. 3 - Side Load Clamp
Step 5: Attaching the Sidekick Position the flat side of the
Sidekick mounting base against the clamp face (the stop
at the top of the Sidekick’s mounting base should seat flush
against the top of the clamp) Clamp it securely.
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3 Your ball head must be able to hold the
weight of your lens without creeping or slipping.
4 Your ball head must have an Arca-Swiss
style quick-release clamp (e.g. Arca-Swiss, Kirk,
Really Right Stuff, Markins, Acratech, Foba, Studio-
ball, Promediagear)
5 Your ball head must have a panning base
with a separate knob that can be locked
independently of the ball and socket joint.
Ballhead Prerequisites - See Compatibility list at
www.tripodhead.com/faqs-ballhead-recommendation.cfm
Weight: 1.3 lbs
Dimensions: 9.0”h x 5.4”w x 2.5”d
Quick-Release
Knob
Quick-Release
Clamp
Tilt Knob
Safety Stop Screw
1/4-20 Holes for
mounting spacers
Upright
If your Sidekick has been exposed to a large
amount of salt water, sand or grit it can be
easily disassembled and rinsed. If you need to
disassemble the tilt mechanism refer to the
drawing to the right
Tilt Mechanism:
To disassemble the tilt mechanism, remove
the captivating screw and unscrew the Tilt
Knob. If you need to remove the grease in
the mechanism, it is okay to use the tilt
mechanism without grease until you have the
opportunity to send it in for us to refurbish.
Wimberley Sidekick Pouch - PO-120:
The Wimberley Sidekick Pouch fits the Sidekick. Custom manufactured by LensCoat, the soft neoprene protects
the Sidekick from scratches during traveling and in the field. A pull cord closure allows for quick and easy access.
Flattens for easy storage. The stress areas are reinforced with cordura nylon.
Sidekick Flash Bracket - F-6:
We offer a convenient telephoto flash bracket that attaches directly to the lens plate and makes telephoto flash a breeze.
The bracket uses a quick-release attachment, so it is very fast and easy to install. It also breaks-down and folds for easy
storage. Refer to our product catalog or website for details
USEFUL ACCESSORIES:
Tripod Levelers:
Unless the top of the tripod is level, the horizon does not stay true as you pan. This is not a
problem for most users who leave the rotation collar of their lens loose. Others would like a
quick way to level the tripod, especially when shooting panoramic images. We recommend
the Gitzo Tripod Leveler for use with compatible Systematic Gitzo tripods (series 3, 4, or 5).
F-6 Flash Bracket
Sidekick Pouch
Fig. 2 – Side Load
(Required with Safety Stop screw)
Lens Prerequisites
1 Your lens must have a rotation collar.
2 Your lens must have an Arca-
Swiss style quick-release plate
or a Lens Replacement Foot
with an integrated Arca-Swiss
style dovetail.
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