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Sony VCT-870RM

Remote control tripod

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Our take on the Sony VCT-870RM

Experienced camcorder users know that even when you're shooting with a tripod, the simple act of hitting "Record" or zooming in and out can shake your cam and affect the video quality. That's why folks who are serious about their video often rely on a tripod with remote capability, like Sony's VCT-D870RM. This tripod has a grip handle with a zoom control switch, a video record start/stop button, and a photo button. Now you can control your camcorder's basic functions without even touching it, resulting in steadier, smoother-looking footage.

Connection is easy. You don't need to plug the VCT-D870RM into an external power source. Instead, you simply hook up the control cable to a compatible Sony camcorder to perform functions like zooming, starting and stopping your recordings, or even snapping digital pictures with cams that include a photo mode.

The VCT-D870RM's sturdy build quality offers a stable mount for your camcorder. It can stand as short as 26 inches, or as tall as 64 inches. And it folds into a compact package for easy transport, making it more than just a stay-at-home tripod.

Highlights:

  • tripod handle has wired remote controls for compatible Sony camcorders
  • built-in bubble level
  • quick-release pan head
  • elevator mechanism for easy height adjustment
  • carry case included
  • weight: 70.4 oz.
  • warranty: 1 year parts, 90 days labor
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  • Tripod with attached remote control arm
  • Nylon carrying bag
  • Operating Instructions

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Features

Overview: The Sony VCT-870RM is a tripod for video camera recorders. The built-in Remote Commander in the panhandle allows you to operate compatible Sony camcorders.

Remote Control Functions: The built-in remote control offers the following control functions for your Sony camcorder.

  • Recording (start/stop)
  • standby/lock
  • Zoom
  • Photo mode (on/off)

Nylon Carrying Bag: The tripod comes with an easy to carry Nylon carrying bag with shoulder strap.

Leg Extension: Each of the tripod's legs have 2 telescoping shafts to make it's height adjustable.

Elevator Platform: Not only can you adjust the height of the tripod by adjusting the legs you can increase the height of the camcorder platform up to 13.25". This is handy when you have to use the tripod on a tabletop and cannot adjust the leg height or just to give your tripod added height along with the leg extension.

2-Way Pan Head: The tripod features a 2-way pan head for easy portrait and landscape shooting.

Leveler: The tripod has a built-in level so you know if your camcorder is sitting on level ground before shooting. Adjust the length of the legs so that the air bubble in the level stay in the red circle.

Mounting the Camera: You should install the battery pack and media before mounting the camcorder to the tripod. The camcorder mounts with the treaded insert on bottom of the camcorder to the screw on the mounting platform of the tripod.

Plugging in the Remote Control: If using a compatible Sony camcorder connect the remote pug securely to the LANC jack of the camcorder. When you are not using the Remote Commander, insert the remote plug into the remote plug holder securely to prevent the remote plug from being damaged.

Specifications:

  • Maximum Load: 8 lb. 14 oz
  • Panning Angle: 360 degrees
  • Tilting Angle: 90 degrees down, 50 degrees up
  • Dimensions:
    • Maximum Height = 64.25" (legs extended/spread and elevator fully extended)
    • Minimum Height = 26.5" (all leg shafts and elevator fully pushed in)
    • Elevator Stroke = up 13.25"
  • Weight: 4 lb 7 oz.

 

 

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