Mounting an LCD on a Light Stand/C Stand

Jim Brennan

Jim Brennan

VHS Member Old Skool
I'm looking for a cost effective option to mount a 19"lcd monitor on a lightstand. I could just make a plate that scews on the back and rig it to attach to a superclamp, but I was looking for something that could tilt.

I've looked at some catalogs, but haven't found anything.
 
Maybe you could try doing something with the kino's swivel mount. I don't know if they sell it alone.

Just brainstorming...
 
Ram Mounts are your best bet... and what I use... and love, I might add. The pricing is funky however... meaning that sometimes it's best to do a little mix-n-match to end up with what you really need/want. Either store the extra VESA Plate, which you WILL end up using for something sooner then you think (because this assembly, at this price, makes it almost free anyway, vs. doing it part by part)... or... I would find a buddy who also wants a monitor mount. Simply skip the 2nd arm if you aren't making 2 complete mounts, but hey, maybe you'll get a Manfrotto Quick Release *click* screwed to the extra VESA Plate and have an instant 2nd camera mount? See? Didn't think of that did you? This system is GREAT! Anyway... here's your list:

VESA Plate Assembly with TWO VESA Plates. *click*

Double-Ball Arm. *click*

Notice that the VESA Plate Assembly already includes one of these arms, so if you do the math you'll see it's a better deal to get the extra VESA Plate in that "package" versus paying $20something for each one alone.

Next:

1.5" 1/4-20 Threaded Ball that goes with the following. *click*

Manfrotto Rapid Adapter with 1/4-20 Threads. *click*


Feel free to shop around or ebay for these various components... but this should be getting really close to the best deals you'll find... and one thing I can absolutely, positively GUARANTEE you on this... is that you will LOVE this system! The great thing about the Ram Mounts parts is that everything is modular based on the rubberized metal ball connections... so as long as you stick with the "C" size (as listed here) then you can gradually add bits and pieces to your mounting kit from now on... and you'll accumulate an incredibly versatile system that will let you mount that monitor on a tripod leg... or post... or anywhere... and the same goes for lighting, rigging, microphones... EVERYTHING. The system enables you to get almost anything, anywhere you want it, at any angle... including shifting the balance point forward or back... so you can mount that monitor in a way that may normally be precarious... but simply angle the center of gravity back over the stand... and then angle the monitor back to the best viewing angle, from behind the center point of the stand. I may not be explaining this the best way, but trust me... the system will immediately impress you with the quick and positive "lock" on mounting and exact angles, and then grows on you to the point that you'll NEVER be without it.
 
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I have a magic arm (link b) and that is not the best option for mounting anything heavier then an arri 150.

I don't know about that jib monitor mounting system, as far as effectiveness/value to cost... but the Ram system I laid out is less then half the cost of the magic arm route... and dramatically more secure and effective.

While we're on the subject of the magic arm... those are best for small things (again, like an arri 150, or perhaps a 7" monitor or similar)... OR... they aren't bad as long as the weight load is in more of a hanging position... as in loaded below the elbow, not above it, otherwise they can slip (speaking from experience).
 
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