Glide Gear TMP 750 17" Professional Video Camera Tablet Teleprompter 70/30 Beam Splitting Glass with Hard Protective Carry Case
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Yes, the iPad Pro 12 is compatible. 9 inch. It's one of the primary reasons I bought it. To learn more about my thoughts on the product, read my full review.
It's connected to a Canon C300 Mark I camera. It fits better than some of their other models, which are made for standard DSLRs that aren't quite as tall as the C300. The most difficult part is attaching your 300 to the base it will be sitting on. Because it lacks the ability to swap out the screws, you'll most likely need to use a small adapter to make it fit. It also lacks an anti-virus component. Because it's a rotation pin, you'll have to align it by hand, and it's easy to knock it out of place.
The situation is a disaster. I'd say it's on the verge of being discarded, but the cost savings over a competing promoter make it worthwhile. The iPad can be held in hard rubber holders, and I believe it is safe and secure without any additional protection.
Yes, ours included an additional mounting slide for whatever you want to put there. It serves as both a monitor and a microphone mount for us. It only comes with a double bored bracket and no screws, but it does have standard threaded sockets for attachments.
Selected User Reviews For Glide Gear TMP 750 17" Professional Video Camera Tablet Teleprompter 70/30 Beam Splitting Glass with Hard Protective Carry Case
We purchased two because they were so good. br>br>This is a middle-of-the-road vehicle. Although the range teleprompter has its flaws, it is a great value and extremely versatile. br>br>PROS:
- a large glass - hood with a rigid structurebr>- Various mounting options for cameras and devicesbr>- More tools can be mounted with the help of these great accessoriesbr>- br>br>PROS: Easier to balance (if that's what you need) than most fixed telepromptersbr>br>CONS:
- It's a bad situation. Throw it away and pack the item in something else (it's worth noting that the case does have pins that help lock it and keep the flimsy plastic in place). However, this case should not be used to load a production truck or ship. It won't be able to stand up to the test of time).
- Although the glass angle can be changed, there is no stop to prevent it from falling into the device holders. If you don't move carefully, the glass will break if it falls!
- It takes some time to get the unit set up correctly.
- The documentation isn't bad, but it's not great either. Anyone who has worked with similar systems before should have no trouble with this.
- Because the tablet is so close to the glass, wide angles won't work. br>br>Alright, so unlike some teleprompters, this one has a lot of flexibility, which makes it more complicated. Prepare to put in some effort to set it up and balance it. Over the years, I've used a variety of teleprompters for different companies and projects. This one has the largest glass in a sort of mid-range setting. It works with large screens, such as the iPad Pro, thanks to range prompters. The standard rails are also convenient because, in addition to the included mounting accessories, they are compatible with a variety of other "cheese plate" and rail systems. br>br>For DSLRs and small cameras, the unit is ideal. I'd be wary of putting a large camcorder on it (as shown in the photo) because the long rails would buckle under the strain. The camera mount and thumb-rest are both adjustable in height. Screw components are ideal for a variety of applications because they are (mostly) simple to install and dismantle. down.
This teleprompter was purchased for use in my home studio when I wanted to make videos. The "hard case" that comes with the product is a joke, despite the fact that the product itself is of decent quality. To begin with, it isn't even close to being a close match. The latch will unhook and everything will fall out if you bump the side. br>br>If you're going to take it onsite, keep the foam and get a new case.
Overall, it does what it says it does and is about what you'd expect for the price; it worked well with my Canon XF100 and DSLR. Because the camera mount has no height adjustment, it will either work or not work with your camera. The design of the clamps that hold your tablet, as well as the quality of the case, were my two main gripes. br>br>The clamps aren't very secure and don't keep the tablet aligned with the glass very well. It's a flimsy case to begin with. Due to the thinness of the plastic and the poor quality of the latches, it will not close securely. The right latch is too loose and won't latch securely, while the left latch closes with a lot of force. I sent an email to the company and received a response the next day. They sent me a replacement case, but it had the same issue as the first. The fact that the unit is primarily made of glass makes this a significant issue. It'll be a disaster if the latches open during transportation and the glass breaks. br>br>I'm pretty sure I'm going to keep it and figure out a way to keep the case closed, such as a bungee cord; the tablet clamps are mostly an annoyance, and I don't see a way around them.
I knew the limitations of this teleprompter when I bought it, but I was confident that I could adapt it to my camera setup, which I did, and it has greatly aided our production. br>As I was setting everything up, I noticed a few minor flaws that could be addressed.
- The shade's zippers could be of higher quality, especially for those who need to pack everything up on the go on a regular basis; If that were the case, I could see it failing over time, but for now, I'll keep it zipped up in our studio. Instead of velcro, why not use it?
- A second set of 1/4" and 3/8" holes could be added to the tripod mount for improved tripod mounting stability. A tripod plate with two screws is standard on most professional tripods.
- Two 1/4" screws could be added to the camera mount plate as well. I know this is supposed to be for DSLRs, but I'm using a Blackmagic Ursa Mini, so you can add this camera to the compatibility list with just two screws!br>- The plate height adjustment screws are extremely difficult to work with! Maybe something that's a little easier to tighten and loosen?
- The mirror cover is just big enough to velcro to the mirror frame on all sides! I understand if it's a tight fit, but it should at the very least be able to be put on without too much tugging! That's what I've come up with so far!.
I bought it so I could use a $100 17-inch monitor, and thankfully the rails extend quite far forward. All I have to do now is figure out how to mount the monitor, which should be simple. The workmanship is excellent. This is something I really enjoy. Glide Gear, I appreciate it.
It's all made of aluminum, either cast or machined. It was simple to put together and set up on my tripod. To ensure that your videos are free of shake, make sure you have a sturdy tripod. br>To capture videos, I'm using a Canon XA10 video camera mounted on it with a Sennheiser wireless microphone connected to the XLR input. I also have the PromptSmartPro teleprompter App installed on my iPad. I also use a green screen for my filming. br>br>All in all, this system performs admirably when it comes to video capture. The camera doesn't pick up any of the teleprompter software's visuals, and the video filming through the glass hasn't suffered any degradation. Being able to see the teleprompter scripts while looking directly into the camera lens has been a game changer. Using this system, you can work your way through a long video without losing your place or thoughts. It's an excellent tool that I'd recommend and buy again.
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