Removing 501HDV head from 190xprob? at DVinfo.net

Michael Clark · August 3rd, 2010, 10:27 AM

This is sort of an embarrassing question, but I have spent some time looking online with no results. I have a Manfrotto 501hdv tripod head that I'm using on some Manfrotto 190xprob legs. Problem is, I don't know how to take the head off! There are three tiny screws that seems like they would do the trick, but to no avail. The manuals were no help either.

Jerry Porter · August 3rd, 2010, 10:37 AM

The three screws are set screws and they lock the head in place. After that the head is screwed into the legs. At this point when the set screws are loose, lock the pan of the head down tight and simply twist them apart. They may be very tight the first time you try it.

Annie Haycock · August 3rd, 2010, 10:41 AM

I haven't got an answer, but I can tell you you're not alone! I have some Manfrotto heads and sticks that won't come apart, and I've never been convinced that those three screws did anything. The heads are still on their sticks even with the screws taken right out.

Michael Clark · August 3rd, 2010, 10:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jerry Porter

The three screws are set screws and they lock the head in place. After that the head is screwed into the legs. At this point when the set screws are loose, lock the pan of the head down tight and simply twist them apart. They may be very tight the first time you try it.

This is very helpful. When I get home I will try this. It would be great if I could separate them. I'd love to use my tripod head with my new glidetrack!

Michael Clark · September 3rd, 2010, 11:33 AM

Just a follow-up to Jerry's post. I removed the 3 set screws as directed. Then I locked down the pan head (to the left of the bubble level, on the 501HDV head). It came right off after that. Thank you for the help!

Norman Lang · September 3rd, 2010, 09:12 PM

How did the glide track work with the head?

August 3rd, 2010, 10:27 AM	#1
Michael Clark Major Player Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Chattanooga, TN Posts: 244	Removing 501HDV head from 190xprob? This is sort of an embarrassing question, but I have spent some time looking online with no results. I have a Manfrotto 501hdv tripod head that I'm using on some Manfrotto 190xprob legs. Problem is, I don't know how to take the head off! There are three tiny screws that seems like they would do the trick, but to no avail. The manuals were no help either. __________________ www.clarkvideoproductions.com

August 3rd, 2010, 10:41 AM	#3
Annie Haycock Major Player Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Pembrokeshire, Wales Posts: 734	I haven't got an answer, but I can tell you you're not alone! I have some Manfrotto heads and sticks that won't come apart, and I've never been convinced that those three screws did anything. The heads are still on their sticks even with the screws taken right out. __________________ Canon XH A1; Canon XF100; Nikon D800

September 3rd, 2010, 11:33 AM	#5
Michael Clark Major Player Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Chattanooga, TN Posts: 244	Just a follow-up to Jerry's post. I removed the 3 set screws as directed. Then I locked down the pan head (to the left of the bubble level, on the 501HDV head). It came right off after that. Thank you for the help! __________________ www.clarkvideoproductions.com

September 3rd, 2010, 09:12 PM	#6
Norman Lang Regular Crew Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 29	What about the glide track? How did the glide track work with the head?

August 3rd, 2010, 10:37 AM	#2
Jerry Porter Major Player Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Satellite Beach, Fl Posts: 784	The three screws are set screws and they lock the head in place. After that the head is screwed into the legs. At this point when the set screws are loose, lock the pan of the head down tight and simply twist them apart. They may be very tight the first time you try it.