Ikan PT4900S-PEDESTAL Quick Start Guide
19" SDI Teleprompter, Pedestal & Dolly Turnkey
Overview
Ikan's Turnkey Broadcast Solutions provide a complete setup for professional camera operations. This solution includes a 19" teleprompter, a pedestal, and a dolly, all tested for payload compatibility.
The system offers a remaining payload capacity of up to 38.8 lbs after mounting the 19" teleprompter. The pedestal alone can support camera setups up to 61.7 lbs. The package includes a hard case for the pedestal and a carrying bag for the dolly.
What's Included
- PT4900-SDI: 19" Professional High Bright Beam Splitter Teleprompter with 3G-SDI
- Large Riser
- DSLR/Mirrorless Riser
- Medium Riser
- Bottom Plate
- Base
- Glass Frame Holder Bracket w/ Rod Clamps
- Glass
- Hood Attachment Frame
- Glass Holder
- Hood
- Glass Frame Screws
- 15mm Rod Clamps
- 15mm Rods
- Large Riser Bracket
Teleprompter Assembly Setup
Step 1
Place the Hood Attachment Frame over the Glass Holder. Position the glass against the Glass Holder, ensuring screws pass through the holes on both the Hood Attachment Frame and the Glass Holder.
Step 2
Secure the Glass Holder by fastening the knurled nuts to the screws as shown in the diagram.
Step 3
Remove the monitor mounts from the teleprompter base using the included 4mm hex key to loosen them from the 15mm rods.
Step 4
Place washers onto the screws before tightening. Washers and four additional screws are provided in a bag on the bottom foam.
Step 5
Attach the monitor mounts. Adjust the 15mm rods to accommodate the monitor, leaving approximately 1 inch of space for the teleprompter bracket. Ensure the 15mm rods pass through both sets of monitor mounts and that all screws are tightened after inserting the monitor. SAFETY NOTE: Ensure at least 2 inches of the rods remain inside the teleprompter base.
Step 6
While sliding the teleprompter bracket into the slot of the Glass Frame Holder Bracket, pull the red knob to allow the bracket to slide in fully.
Step 7
Once the bracket is in place, tighten the side screw to lock it. Double-check that all screws are tightened using the included hex keys.
Step 8
Fold the flaps of the Hood alongside the edges of the Hood Attachment Frame. The hood flaps are magnetic and will attach automatically.
Step 9
To prevent light leakage through the hood, seal both zippers down.
Step 10
Slide the Riser plate of your choice onto the Base by aligning the screws on the riser plate with the slots on the Base. Once aligned, slide the riser plate into the Base.
Step 12
Mount your tripod plate to the bottom plate using the 1/4-20 and/or 3/8-16 screws. It is recommended to attach the tripod plate to the front of the Bottom Plate for easier balancing. Once connected, mount the tripod plate to your tripod head.
Step 13
Slide the entire teleprompter system into the Bottom Plate. Balance the system by sliding it along the Bottom Plate until the center of gravity is determined.
Step 14
Once the center of gravity is determined, tighten the thumb screws to secure the base and prevent sliding.
Step 15
To secure your teleprompter system, insert the included headless screws into the threads located behind and in front of the Base.
Step 16
Insert the headless screws into the threads as pictured.
Monitor Details
Monitor Ports
The monitor features several input and control ports:
- 3G-SDI: Serial Digital Interface Connection
- VGA: Video Graphics Array DE15 Connection
- HDMI: High-Definition Multimedia Interface Input Connection
- Power Port: 12-24v Input
Button functions include:
- HDMI: Switch HDMI input
- VGA: Switch to VGA input
- SDI: Switch to 3G-SDI input
- Flip: Toggle image flip (can be set to horizontal, vertical, or both via menu)
- Up Arrow: Toggle up to adjust setting
- Menu: Access to monitor settings
- Down Arrow: Toggle down to adjust setting
Monitor Menu Settings
The monitor offers configurable settings:
Video Config
- Contrast (White Level)
- Brightness (Black Level)
- Tint (Chroma Hue)
- Chroma (Chroma Saturation)
- Sharpness (Detail)
- RGB Setup: Manually configure RGB
- Return
System Config
- Menu Duration: Set duration of how long the menu stays on screen
- Video Ratio: Set screen aspect ratio to 16:9 or 4:3 (4:3 is native resolution; 16:9 creates black bars)
- Flip-H: Assign toggle button to flip image horizontally
- Flip-V: Assign toggle button to flip image vertically
- Reset: Factory reset
- Return
PC Setup (Only available for VGA)
- H-Position: Adjust horizontal position
- V-Position: Adjust vertical position
- Auto: Monitor automatically adjusts position
- Return
Exit
How to Set Up FLIP Button Feature
- Press the MENU button.
- Navigate to SYSTEM CONFIG.
- Navigate to FLIP-V or FLIP-H.
- Change FLIP-V and/or FLIP-H to "ON".
- Exit MENU.
- The FLIP button is now activated and can be pressed to mirror the image horizontally or vertically.
- When FLIP-H is ON, the image flips horizontally.
- When FLIP-V is ON, the image flips vertically.
- If both are ON, the FLIP button toggles both horizontal and vertical flip.
Specifications (PT4900-SDI)
Aspect Ratio | 4:3 |
Backlight | LED |
Brightness | 1000 nits |
Build Material | Aluminum Chassis |
Diagonal | 19" |
Input Signal | 3G-SDI, HDMI, and VGA inputs |
Input Voltage | DC 12v / 4A |
Power Consumption | 10W |
Reading Range | 25' |
Resolution | 1280 x 1024 |
Viewing Angle | 160° (H) / 170° (V) |
Weight | 33.75 lbs |
Shipping Weight | 36 lbs |
Shipping Dimensions | 25 x 20 x 16 in |
Optional Accessories
- PT4900-GM: Replacement Glass for PT4900
- PT19-SDI-TM: 19" 3G-SDI Talent Monitor Add On Kit for PT4900
- PT-PEDAL: Teleprompter Foot Control Pedal
- PT-CASE-V2: Rolling Hard Case for PT4900 Teleprompter
Foam Case
To enhance portability, the teleprompter is packed in a reusable, high-quality foam case. The foam's shape and size are designed to fit into Ikan's PT-CASE-V2.
** DO NOT THROW AWAY FOAM CASE **
Learn More: More dynamic information is available at the official website: www.ikancorp.com
Support: Contact email: support@ikancorp.com
Conditions of Warranty Service
- Free service is provided for one year from the date of purchase if the problem is caused by manufacturing errors.
- Components and maintenance service fees will apply if the warranty period has expired.
Free Service will not be Provided in the Following Situations (Even if the product is still within the warranty period):
- Damage caused by abuse or misuse, dismantling, or unauthorized modifications to the product.
- Damage caused by natural disaster, abnormal voltage, or environmental factors.
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The EP880SK pedestal is designed for professional camera support, offering stability and height adjustment.
Key specifications and components include:
Max Height | 182.0cm / 71.7in |
Max Payload | 28.0kg / 61.7lbs |
Min Height | 102.5cm / 182.5in |
Min Payload | 28.5kg / 15.0lbs |
Bowl Size | 100mm |
Component: Fluid head | GH25 |
Component: Pedestal | EP880S |
Component: Dolly | E17007 |
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Features
- 7 plus 0 grades of pan & tilt drag for controlled motion.
- 15 steps of counterbalance for stable camera mounting.
- Illuminated leveling bubble for accurate setup.
- Additional standard 1/4" & 3/8" screw holes for accessories.
Specifications
Model | GH25 |
Payload Range | 3.0-28.0kg / 6.6-61.7lbs |
Counterbalance Range | 1-15 |
Grades Of Pan Drag | 0-7 |
Grades Of Tilt Drag | 0-7 |
Tilt Range | -65°/+90° |
Temperature Range | -40°C~+80°C |
Bowl Size | 100mm |
Net Weight | 4.2kg / 9.2lbs |
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Key specifications and components include:
Max Height | 165.0cm / 65.0in |
Max Payload | 30.0kg / 66.1lbs |
Min Height | 86.0cm / 33.9in |
Min Payload | 23.9kg / 52.7lbs |
Bowl Size | 100mm |
Component: Pedestal | EP880S |
Component: Dolly | E17007 |
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Features
- Pull the knob to extend the dolly, making it easy to maneuver.
- Height: 21.5cm / 8.5in; Radius: 50cm / 19.7in.
- Casters diameter: 125mm / 4.9in.
- Rubber wheels are non-marring during normal use, protecting the floor surface. Each wheel has a foot-activated brake.
- Cable guards and brakes are integrated.
- Supports up to 100kg of tripod, camera, and accessories.
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Specifications
- Length range: 405-605mm / 15.9-23.8in
- Net weight: 385g / 0.8lbs