HC1-PROAT

Bottom Loading Tripod Adapter Assembly and Use Instructions
Description This adapter is designed to allow the use of a bottom tape loading camcorder with a larger tripod head, such as a uid head or other type of professional use tripod, while still allowing access to the tape and battery.
Contents Included should be: A thin at plate, a thicker vertical mount plate with an alignment pin and thumb screw. The size and appearance of the base plate may vary, depending on customer request and availability. Also included are two short slotted screws and a small set of felt pads. The user will need a at head screwdriver for assembly.

Included Parts

Compatibility The PRO and PROA models have been tested to work on these Sony camcorder models: HDR-HC1 CCD-TRV57 DCR-TRV330 HVR-A1 CCD-TRV87 DCR-TRV380 CCD-TRV17 DCR-TRV230 DCR-TRV480 CCD-TRV37 DCR-TRV280 DCR-TRV530
Many other model and brand camcorders are compatible but have not been tested. To make a correction or compatibility or incompatibility report, please email compat@dmaccessories.com.
Handling When working with this or any other camera or camcorder, be sure to handle them gently. Camcorders have precise internal components that may be damaged when handled improperly. Consult the camcorder's manual for details. While working with the the camcorder at a table or bench, placing it on on a soft, clean pad or towel is a good idea. Using excessive force may damage parts. If screws or parts bind such that they dont turn, stop, back up and check to be sure it is aligned.
Assembly The longest screw is used as a camcorder hold down screw. It should be inserted into the vertical plate, then the base plate should be aligned and screwed on using the shorter screws. The base plate is intended to capture the long screw so it does not get lost when the camera is removed. The user may choose to put the felt pads on the corners of the underside of the base plate.

Align and thread screws

Tighten screws with a screwdriver
Installation Position the alignment pin of the adapter to the smooth hole on the bottom of the camcorder while positioning the thumbscrew into place. While keeping the adapter and camera parallel, tighten down the mounting screw as tight as possible, but by hand only.
Align pin and thumbscrew with camcorder
Check to be sure the adapter doesnt block the tape door

Tighten thumbscrew

Adding Accessories The HC1-PROA is intended to allow the use of accessories that would normally be attached to the camcorders tripod mount point. Shown is a Bescor VB-50.
Often, accessories can be mounted to either side of the camera.
Be sure to check that the tape door opening isnt obstructed by the mounted accessories.
A front side view of the camera, the PROA and an accessory mount bracket.
Other known compatible accessories and accessory mounts are: Canon SA-1, Sony HVL-20DMA dual light, Sony HVL-IRM Night Shot Video Light and Sony VCT-S30L Cold Shoe Adapter.
Service If there are any faulty or missing parts, email parts@dm-accessories.com to get working parts. Keep in mind that while this adapter is designed to work with many bottom loading adapters, it has only been tested with camcorder models listed in previous pages. If it does not work for your camera, I am willing to return the purchase price of the adapter so long as the parts are in re-sellable condition.
Maintenance The aluminum plates are protected by satin black powder coat. While powder coating greatly improves durability and scratch resistance, the protection is not absolute. Should nicks and scratches appear, they could be touched up with a black marker or small amounts of hobby paint. Fingerprints can be wiped using a clean, lint-free cloth. For table top resting, you may want to attach the enclosed protective felt pads to the corners of the base plate to prevent abrasion to the base plate and table surfaces. Table top resting with the small base plate is not recommended.

Parts The short screws are a relatively standard 1/4"-20 thread, with a 5/8" length at head screw. Using stainless steel screws is recommended for best longevity and best corrosion resistance, but standard zinc coated steel screws should do ne. Keeping the adapter assembled is recommended so as to not lose any of these screws. Should the user lose the base plate screws and is unable to locate replacement parts, replacements can be sent for a small fee. Should any parts be missing on rst arrival, please email parts@dm-accessories.com.
DM Accessories 4833 Cherry Valley RD Middleville MI 49333 USA
http://www.dm-accessories.com sales@dm-accessories.com
Adapter design and instructions 2005-6 DeMaagd Accessories. Adapter and camcorder compatibility list does not necessarily constitute an endorsement of any particular brand or product, nor does it imply tness for a particular task. All trademarks and copyrights are property of their respective owners.

PROT and PROAT

Bottom Loading Tripod Adapter Assembly and Use Instructions
Description This adapter is designed to allow the use of a bottom tape loading camcorder with a larger tripod head, such as a fluid head or other type of professional use tripod, while still allowing access to the tape. The PROAT also supports mounting additional accessories through a forward mounting bar. Contents Included should be: A thin flat plate, a thicker vertical mount plate with an alignment pin and thumb screw. Also included are two short slotted screws and a small set of felt pads. The user will need a flat head screwdriver for assembly. Compatibility The PROT and PROAT models have been tested to work on these Sony camcorder models: HDR-HC1 CCD-TRV57 DCR-TRV330 HVR-A1 CCD-TRV87 DCR-TRV380 CCD-TRV17 DCR-TRV230 DCR-TRV480
Included Parts for PROAT CCD-TRV37 DCR-TRV280 DCR-TRV530
Many other model and brand camcorders are compatible but have not been tested. To make a compatibility or incompatibility report, please email: compat@dmaccessories.com. Handling When working with this or any other camera or camcorder, be sure to handle them gently. Camcorders have precise internal components that may be damaged when handled improperly. Consult the camcorder's manual for details. While working with the the camcorder at a table or bench, placing it on on a soft, clean pad or towel is a good idea. Using excessive force may damage parts. If screws or parts bind such that they dont turn, stop, back up and check to be sure it is aligned.
Assembly The longest screw is used as a camcorder hold down screw. It should be inserted into the vertical plate, then the base plate should be aligned and screwed on using the shorter screws. The base plate is intended to capture the long screw so it does not get lost when the camera is removed. The user may choose to put the felt pads on the corners of the underside of the base plate.

Align and thread screws

Tighten screws with a screwdriver
Installation Position the alignment pin of the adapter to the smooth hole on the bottom of the camcorder while positioning the thumbscrew into place. While keeping the adapter and camera parallel, tighten down the mounting screw as tight as possible, but by hand only.
Align pin and thumbscrew with camcorder
Check to be sure the adapter doesnt block the tape door

Tighten thumbscrew

Adding Accessories (PROAT only) The PROAT is intended to allow the use of accessories that would normally be attached to the camcorders tripod mount point. Shown is a Bescor VB-50.
Often, accessories can be mounted to either side of the camera.
Be sure to check that the tape door opening isnt obstructed by the mounted accessories.
A front side view of the camera, the PROA and an accessory mount bracket.
DM Accessories sells two accessory mount bars, SAB0820 (8 / 20cm wide bar) and SAB1025 (10 / 25cm wide bar). More information is available on the web site. Other compatible accessory bars are: Canon SA-1 universal shoe mount, Sony HVL-20DMA dual light, Sony HVL-IRM Night Shot Video Light and Sony VCT-S30L Cold Shoe Adapter. Service If there are any faulty or missing parts, email parts@dm-accessories.com to get working parts. Keep in mind that while this adapter is designed to work with many bottom loading adapters, it has only been tested with camcorder models listed in previous pages. If this adapter does not work for your camera, DM Accessories will return the purchase price of the adapter so long as the parts are in re-sellable condition. Maintenance The aluminum plates are protected by satin black powder coat. While powder coating greatly improves durability and scratch resistance, the protection is not absolute. Should nicks and scratches appear, they could be touched up with a black ink marker or small amounts of hobby paint. Fingerprints can be wiped using a clean, lint-free cloth. For table top resting, you may want to attach the enclosed protective pads to the base plate to prevent abrasion to the base plate and table surfaces. Be sure that the camera does not get knocked when resting on a table. For packing, removing the adapter and isolate it from other equipment using padding.

Parts The short screws for the base plate are a relatively standard 1/4"-20 thread, with a 5/8" length flat head screw. Using stainless steel screws is recommended for best longevity and best corrosion resistance, but standard zinc coated steel screws will work. Keeping the adapter assembled is recommended so as to not lose any of these screws. For stowage or storage, removing the adapter from the camcorder is recommended. Should the user lose the base plate screws and is unable to locate replacement parts, replacements can be sent for a small fee. Should any parts be missing on first arrival, please email parts@dm-accessories.com for replacements. Larger base plates are available for a fee.
DM Accessories 4833 Cherry Valley RD Middleville MI 49333 USA
http://www.dm-accessories.com sales@dm-accessories.com
Adapter design and instructions 2006-7 DeMaagd Accessories. Adapter and camcorder compatibility list does not necessarily constitute an endorsement of any particular brand or product, nor does it imply fitness for a particular task not explicitly stated in the product descriptions. All trademarks and copyrights are property of their respective owners.