SMALLRIG 3984

SmallRig Foldable L-Bracket 3984 Instruction Manual

For Sony Alpha 7R V, Alpha 7 IV, and Alpha 7S III Cameras

1. ບົດແນະນຳ

This manual provides detailed instructions for the installation, operation, and maintenance of your SmallRig Foldable L-Bracket, model 3984. This L-bracket is specifically designed for Sony Alpha 7R V, Alpha 7 IV, and Alpha 7S III cameras, facilitating quick transitions between horizontal and vertical shooting orientations.

SmallRig Foldable L-Bracket 3984 attached to a Sony Alpha camera

Image 1.1: The SmallRig Foldable L-Bracket 3984 mounted on a compatible Sony Alpha camera.

2. ການຕິດຕັ້ງແລະການຕິດຕັ້ງ

Follow these steps to securely attach the L-Bracket to your camera:

  1. Align the L-bracket with the bottom of your Sony Alpha 7R V, Alpha 7 IV, or Alpha 7S III camera. Ensure the locating pins on the L-bracket align with the corresponding holes on the camera body.
  2. Secure the L-bracket to the camera using the integrated 1/4"-20 screw. Tighten the screw firmly with the built-in flat-head screwdriver or a coin.
  3. Verify that the L-bracket is flush against the camera body and does not wobble. The integrated cushions prevent scratches to your camera.
Diagram showing the anti-deflection pin on the L-bracket

Image 2.1: The anti-deflection pin ensures a secure, twist-free attachment to the camera body.

SmallRig L-Bracket attached to camera, showing the secure fit and access to controls

Image 2.2: The L-bracket securely mounted, providing a stable base for the camera.

3. ຄໍາແນະນໍາການດໍາເນີນງານ

3.1. Switching Between Horizontal and Vertical Shooting

The L-bracket features a foldable side plate for seamless transitions between shooting orientations.

  • For Horizontal Shooting: The side plate can be folded onto the bottom baseplate via a folding press button. This integrates it as a single baseplate for Arca-Swiss compatible tripods.
  • For Vertical Shooting: Press the middle button to quickly unfold the side plate. Once unfolded, it locks securely into place, allowing for vertical mounting on an Arca-Swiss compatible tripod head.
Diagram showing quick switching between horizontal and vertical shooting modes with the L-bracket

Image 3.1: Visual representation of switching from horizontal to vertical shooting.

Step-by-step guide on folding and unfolding the L-bracket for quick switching

Image 3.2: Detailed steps for folding and unfolding the side plate.

3.2. LCD Screen Access

When the side plate is folded down for horizontal shooting, it allows the camera's LCD screen to be smoothly turned and flipped without obstruction.

Camera with L-bracket, showing the LCD screen freely flipping out

Image 3.3: The L-bracket design ensures full articulation of the LCD screen.

3.3. Cable Access and Stretchable Baseplate

For vertical shooting, the baseplate can be stretched by up to 20mm to provide additional clearance for cables, such as USB-C and multi-interface cables. Note that only right-angle data cables are compatible when the baseplate is stretched.

Diagram showing the stretchable baseplate feature for cable access

Image 3.4: The baseplate can be extended to accommodate cable connections during vertical shooting.

3.4. ການທົດແທນຫມໍ້ໄຟ

The L-bracket features a hinge arm at the battery door, allowing for easy battery replacement without needing to disassemble the L-bracket from the camera.

Sequence of images demonstrating easy battery replacement with the L-bracket attached

Image 3.5: The hinge arm design facilitates quick battery changes.

3.5. Additional Features and Expandability

The L-bracket is equipped with multiple 1/4"-20 threaded holes for attaching accessories such as magic arms, cold shoes for monitors, microphones, and other video production tools. It also includes a wrist strap hole and a QD connector for quick attachment of shoulder or wrist straps. A slotted screwdriver is integrated for convenience.

Diagram highlighting various mounting points and integrated tools on the L-bracket

ຮູບພາບ 3.6: ຫຼາຍກວ່າview of the L-bracket's expandability features and built-in tools.

4. ບໍາລຸງຮັກສາ

To ensure the longevity and optimal performance of your SmallRig Foldable L-Bracket, please observe the following maintenance guidelines:

  • ທໍາຄວາມສະອາດ: Wipe the L-bracket with a soft, dry cloth to remove dust and fingerprints. For stubborn dirt, a slightly damp ຜ້າສາມາດນໍາໃຊ້ໄດ້, ປະຕິບັດຕາມໂດຍການແຫ້ງທັນທີ. ຫຼີກລ້ຽງການເຮັດຄວາມສະອາດຂັດຫຼືສານລະລາຍ.
  • ການເກັບຮັກສາ: Store the L-bracket in a dry, clean environment when not in use. If storing attached to the camera, ensure it is placed in a protective camera bag.
  • ການກວດກາ: Periodically check all screws and moving parts for tightness and smooth operation. Do not overtighten screws.

5. ການແກ້ໄຂບັນຫາ

ພາກນີ້ກ່າວເຖິງຄຳຖາມທົ່ວໄປ ແລະບັນຫາທີ່ອາດເກີດຂຶ້ນ:

  • Issue: L-bracket feels loose on the camera.
    ການແກ້ໄຂ: Ensure the 1/4"-20 screw is fully tightened. Check that the anti-deflection pins are correctly seated in the camera's corresponding holes.
  • Issue: Difficulty folding or unfolding the side plate.
    ການແກ້ໄຂ: Ensure the press buttons are fully depressed. Check for any obstructions or debris in the hinge mechanism. Do not force the mechanism.
  • Issue: Cables cannot be connected in vertical shooting mode.
    ການແກ້ໄຂ: Activate the stretchable baseplate feature by pulling it outwards to create more space. Ensure you are using right-angle data cables for optimal compatibility.
  • Issue: LCD screen movement is restricted.
    ການແກ້ໄຂ: Ensure the side plate is fully folded down for horizontal shooting, or fully extended for vertical shooting, to provide maximum clearance for the LCD screen.

6. ຂໍ້ມູນຈໍາເພາະ

ຄຸນສົມບັດລາຍລະອຽດ
ໝາຍເລກຕົວແບບ3984
ຄວາມເຂົ້າກັນໄດ້Sony Alpha 7R V, Alpha 7 IV, Alpha 7S III
ວັດສະດຸAluminum Alloy (typical for SmallRig products)
ຂະໜາດພັບ (L x W x H)5.8" x 3.42" x 2.72" (147.2 x 69 x 17.5mm)
ນ້ໍາຫນັກລາຍການ5.1 ອອນສ໌ (144 ກຣາມ)
Max Load Capacity (Vertical Shooting)ນໍ້າ ໜັກ 5kg / 11lbs
Stretchable Baseplate Lengthສູງສຸດ 20 ມມ
ຈຸດເຊື່ອມຕໍ່1/4"-20 threaded holes, QD connector, Wrist strap hole
ສີດຳ

7. ການຮັບປະກັນແລະການສະຫນັບສະຫນູນ

SmallRig products are manufactured to high-quality standards. For specific warranty information, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official SmallRig website. For technical support, product inquiries, or assistance with any issues, please contact SmallRig customer service through their official channels.

ທາງການ Webເວັບໄຊ: www.smallrig.com

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