Under camera mount for supporting wireless receiver. at DVinfo.net

Kyle Muegge · March 1st, 2008, 05:43 PM

I'm currently using Canon XH-A1s in my videography business. The issue I'm having is that I need the hot shoe mount on top for a video light but I also need somewhere to mount my Azden 200UPR wireless receiver.

I've looked at the Jimmy Box and also the Bebob Box. Both seem to be very nice but not a perfect fit for my application.

I once saw a bracket that was being sold direct from the manufacturer. It was basically a machined aluminum/steel bracket that allowed you to mount a couple receivers on the front and back of the unit using velcro straps. The bracket mounted under the camera. If I'm not mistaken the product had the name Quick Release in the title. I've searched everywhere online but can't seem to find it.

Can anyone tell me where to find the bracket I mentioned earlier or make a suggestion about another bracket that might work.

Thanks.

Tom Vandas · March 2nd, 2008, 01:59 AM

Hi Kyle,

Maybe something from Bracket1?
http://www.bracket1.com/brackets.php

Dan Brockett · March 2nd, 2008, 12:04 PM

I have the Backet 1 system. I use it with the HVX-200 and two Lectrosonic 400 series wireless systems. It is excellent.

Dan

Steven Davis · March 3rd, 2008, 01:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dan Brockett

I have the Backet 1 system. I use it with the HVX-200 and two Lectrosonic 400 series wireless systems. It is excellent.

Dan

Dan, do you have a picture of those on your camera?

Marco Leavitt · March 3rd, 2008, 03:44 PM

I like the Mini-Rover. It's a lot more robust than the picture makes it appear. It's machined out of aluminum. There's also an accessory that attaches to the mini-rover's hotshoe for mounting wireless units.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...ini_Rover.html

Also:

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...out_Audio.html

And:

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...for_Rover.html

They also make a version with a passive mixer built into the handle, but I couldn't find it at B&H.

Michael Liebergot · March 3rd, 2008, 04:49 PM

Kyle, instead of a box for your wireless, take a look at this neat little accessory from J-Rod.

It's called the J-Rod Twin (kind of looks like a sawed off broom handle with 2 cold shoes mounted on). It would go in your shotgun mic holder in the A1, then you simply attach the shotgun to one cold shoe and the wireless receiver to the other cold shoe.

I use this setup with my modded Sony FX1 (I have the Z1 mic holder attached to it so I have my cold shoe free if needed), and it works great. Although I still mount my light on my handle using a handle bracket from DELVCAM, as I use the large Sony LED light and like the light in on my handle for better balance.

http://thej-rod.com/

Using this will free up having to mount a large box under your camera.

March 1st, 2008, 05:43 PM	#1
Kyle Muegge Tourist Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Knightstown, IN Posts: 1	Under camera mount for supporting wireless receiver. I'm currently using Canon XH-A1s in my videography business. The issue I'm having is that I need the hot shoe mount on top for a video light but I also need somewhere to mount my Azden 200UPR wireless receiver. I've looked at the Jimmy Box and also the Bebob Box. Both seem to be very nice but not a perfect fit for my application. I once saw a bracket that was being sold direct from the manufacturer. It was basically a machined aluminum/steel bracket that allowed you to mount a couple receivers on the front and back of the unit using velcro straps. The bracket mounted under the camera. If I'm not mistaken the product had the name Quick Release in the title. I've searched everywhere online but can't seem to find it. Can anyone tell me where to find the bracket I mentioned earlier or make a suggestion about another bracket that might work. Thanks.

March 3rd, 2008, 04:49 PM	#6
Michael Liebergot Trustee Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Maryland Posts: 1,505	Kyle, instead of a box for your wireless, take a look at this neat little accessory from J-Rod. It's called the J-Rod Twin (kind of looks like a sawed off broom handle with 2 cold shoes mounted on). It would go in your shotgun mic holder in the A1, then you simply attach the shotgun to one cold shoe and the wireless receiver to the other cold shoe. I use this setup with my modded Sony FX1 (I have the Z1 mic holder attached to it so I have my cold shoe free if needed), and it works great. Although I still mount my light on my handle using a handle bracket from DELVCAM, as I use the large Sony LED light and like the light in on my handle for better balance. http://thej-rod.com/ Using this will free up having to mount a large box under your camera. __________________ Michael www.lvpvideo.com

March 2nd, 2008, 01:59 AM	#2
Tom Vandas Regular Crew Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: currently in Kigali, Rwanda Posts: 144	Hi Kyle, Maybe something from Bracket1? http://www.bracket1.com/brackets.php

March 2nd, 2008, 12:04 PM	#3
Dan Brockett Inner Circle Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Los Angeles, California Posts: 2,109	I have the Backet 1 system. I use it with the HVX-200 and two Lectrosonic 400 series wireless systems. It is excellent. Dan

March 3rd, 2008, 03:44 PM	#5
Marco Leavitt Inner Circle Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Albany, NY 12210 Posts: 2,652	I like the Mini-Rover. It's a lot more robust than the picture makes it appear. It's machined out of aluminum. There's also an accessory that attaches to the mini-rover's hotshoe for mounting wireless units. http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...ini_Rover.html Also: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...out_Audio.html And: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...for_Rover.html They also make a version with a passive mixer built into the handle, but I couldn't find it at B&H.