Datavideo TP-500 Instruction Manual
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TP-500
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  • Page 1 DSLR PROMPTER TP-500 Instruction manual...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    SERVICE AND SUPPORT ......................20 Disclaimer of Product and Services The information offered in this instruction manual is intended as a guide only. At all times, Datavideo Technologies will try to give correct, complete and suitable information. However, Datavideo Technologies cannot exclude that some information in this manual, from time to time, may not be correct or may be incomplete.
  • Page 3: Fcc Compliance Statement

    7. This product should only be operated from the type of power source indicated on the marking label of the AC adapter. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your Datavideo dealer or your local power company.
  • Page 4: Warranty

    • The product warranty period begins on the purchase registered with Datavideo within 30 days of purchase. date. If the purchase date is unknown, the product • Certain parts with limited lifetime expectancy such as...
  • Page 5: Packing List

    Retail carton with protective foam packing NOTE: Depending on your order, your TP-500 kit could have been supplied with one of a range of wired or Bluetooth remote controls – for more information on the remote controls please speak with your local Datavideo supplier or check our website www.datavideo.info for details.
  • Page 6: Product Overview

    • The black camera snood/hood is adjustable to The Datavideo Prompter Kit, TP-500, can be used in either adapt for a wide variety of cameras. a theatre setting, or a video studio. Prepared scripts or cue •...
  • Page 7: Assembly - Tp-500

    Assembly – TP-500 Attach/screw the tripod’s own quick release plate to the screw holes on the base of the TP-500 adjustable Camera plate, Item A. Tip: Add a second screw (not supplied) through the tripod’s quick release plate. This to stop Item A from being able to spin on top of the tripod quick release plate.
  • Page 8 PROMPTER KIT FOR DSLR CAMERAS TP-500 There are four adhesive Velcro straps packed inside the kit. Peel off the white paper backing before applying these straps to the Hood Frame, item C. Apply the two long Velcro strips to the Inside edges on the Left side and Right side of the hole for the lens.
  • Page 9 PROMPTER KIT FOR DSLR CAMERAS TP-500 Marry or slide the blue ends of rod items B in to the rod clamps on item A. Slide the rods in until the camera lens is about 1 or 2 centimetres away from the hole in the hood frame, item C.
  • Page 10 PROMPTER KIT FOR DSLR CAMERAS TP-500 Marry the bottom of the adjustable tablet holder, Item H, to the four hooks in the top of Item F. Then slide item F until it clicks into its secured position on the bottom of item H.
  • Page 11: Camera Exposure And The 60/40 Glass

    PROMPTER KIT FOR DSLR CAMERAS TP-500 Now insert the Mirror glass, Item J. There are Velcro edges to the glass, marry these edges to the Velcro on Items C (bottom) and I (top) so it is secure. The shortest edge of the Mirror glass should be at the bottom.
  • Page 12: Adjustable Camera Platform

    The adjustable camera platform has three hex head screws on its rear for reconfiguring the camera position in a number of ways. The Hex tool, item O, is provided for this purpose. The two lower hex head screws can be used to adjust the height of the TP-500 rails in relation to the DSLR camera or lens.
  • Page 13: Cleaning The 60/40 Glass

    Datavideo recommend cleaning the glass regularly to remove dust and finger print marks. This will ensure the best image quality is recorded when the camera is looking through the glass.
  • Page 14: Free App Download From The App Store

    See the following section, Optional Bluetooth Teleprompter Remote Control, which covers how to use the remote control. There is also a separate manual supplied with the remote control and can also be downloaded as a PDF document from your local Datavideo office website.
  • Page 15: Optional Bluetooth Teleprompter Remote Control

    TP-500 Optional Bluetooth Teleprompter Remote Control This WR-500 remote control is designed to be used with Datavideo’s teleprompter products, DV Prompter and DVP-100. DV Prompter app is a FREE download from the Apple app store for iOS devices and also from Google Play for Android devices.
  • Page 16: Reset - Return The Remote To Wired Mode

    PROMPTER KIT FOR DSLR CAMERAS TP-500 To switch the remote into Bluetooth pairing mode press and hold the centre Play / Pause button for 3 to 4 seconds. GREEN LED will now blink on / off repeatedly to indicate it is ready to pair with a Bluetooth device.
  • Page 17: Control Buttons

    PROMPTER KIT FOR DSLR CAMERAS TP-500 Control Buttons Whilst Whilst Button scrolling text text paused Speed up text scroll Next Break Marker Slow down text scroll Previous Break Marker Pause text Play text Reduce font size Load previous script Increase font size...
  • Page 18 PROMPTER KIT FOR DSLR CAMERAS TP-500 This button battery can be replaced by the user when it dies. Please remove the back case cover carefully to avoid user damage to the PCB or case. Then slide the old battery out.
  • Page 19: Optional Hc-500 Hard Case

    Optional HC-500 Hard Case The foam packaging of the TP-500 kit has been designed so that customers who buy the optional hard case can simply lift the foam out from the retail carton and insert it directly into the optional HC-500 hard case.
  • Page 20: Specifications

    PROMPTER KIT FOR DSLR CAMERAS TP-500 Specifications Prompter Size Width: 270 mm ( 10.62 inches ) Height: 210 mm ( 8.27 inches ) Depth: 460 mm ( 18.11 inches ) Expandable Mounting Bracket Sizes: 105 mm ( Minimum tablet width )
  • Page 21: Service And Support

    Service & Support It is our goal to make owning and using Datavideo products a satisfying experience. Our support staff is available to assist you to set up and operate your system. Contact your local office for specific support requests. Plus, DATAVIDEO WORLDWIDE OFFICES please visit www.datavideo.com to access our FAQ section.

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