Do we hang backdrop on the crossbar using some type of clamps? Would you please you suggest where to get the clamps?
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Most muslin backdrops have a pocket for the crossbar to go through, Paper drops have a cardboard core. If you have a muslin with no pocket you can have one sewn in or use some background hanging clips with rings. JTL and Promaster make some that would work nicely do an Amazon search, both brands are available
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No, I didn't get instructions. Basically there are 4 tripods. The 2 tripods that holds the backdrop cloth, which have rods that fit together and act as a curtain rod, have holes on each end that fit over the post at the top of the backdrop tripods. Then wing nut tighten down to secure. The other 2 tripods are for the lights and the bounce umbrellas. The light sockets fit over the top post at the very top of these 2 tripods. The umbrella rods fit in a hole just under the sockets. In line with the sockets. Sorry this is so general but it's very hard to explain without images of each area. I got my set that was made by Kaezi Photography. Email them at sales@kaezi.com. See www.kaezi.com . Call them at (626) 872-5089. Best of luck!
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I think it would, but I'm just guessing. It can hold the canvas backdrops that are 20' in length just fine. The sides are without question sturdy enough. I suppose if the cross bar sagged, you could easily clamp another support rod to it (like a curtain rod) with C-clamps.
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Yes, it will sag in the middle. I have a seamless paper roll for the backdrop, which I'm guessing weights no more than 30-40lbs, and it sags substantially. I would be weary to put anything heavier than that. The stands themselves might support the weight, but the cross member is too flexible for 100lbs. Don't take any chances.
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Your backdrops don't have rod pockets? If they don't you can fold an edge over (most use about 4") and sew it or pin it yourself.
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It won't be real tight. It just hangs. As for the clamps, if you don't have a rod pocket on your backdrop, use the clamps like a clothespin. I guess if you wanted to, you could use the clamps to stretch it a little tighter side to side at the top with a rod pocket too. {I don't know why you would need to} But the rest will just hang. If you need to get wrinkles out, set it up a day or two before hand and let them 'fall' out. The sides of the backdrop don't connect to the stand. Only the top of the backdrop.I hope this answers your question.
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You can either use a rig and some clips or even cut small holes in the fabric and hang it with framing hooks. Thumbtacks work too.
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I don't know exactly. I used a black backdrop that was a shower curtain cover and it worked fine. It is a bit "flimsy" but it has worked great for my purpose. I didn't have it fully extended, it was one bar less. It did not sag in the middle. I think this would be good used as a portable unit. For the price it was well worth it for me. I shoot floral arrangements for my web site at my flower shop. Let me know if you have any other questions. Hope this helps.
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I haven't tried the other, but this one works well however it is a little thin. I use the supports but mostly with other backdrops that are a little thicker. the green screen does work, but it has to be up against a solid background like a wall with no light to work best.
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I use 3M command strips. The best option for you may be the velcro type for hanging pictures on walls. This way you can just use the included mount... I picture everyone else now going "ahhhh good idea" :-) smiles
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This thing is tall and wide. Don't think two velcro will do it. Best to secure the background with two light stands with clamps on each side or lean on something sturdy. The background is not heavy but is big.
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I have used a C Clamp that goes on a lighting stand e.g., T shaped light tree stand. The spotlight is quite heavy, thus you want to have stable stand; I hung other lights on the other side of the horizontal bar on the stand to balance the weight.
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Personally, I use 4 1/2" clamps, and they work perfectly. It may be possible to get away with 3" clamps, but I seriously doubt it. The diameter of the support bar is large enough that I have to squeeze the handles on the clips almost all the way to get them on the bar. While I still have a small bit of room, I don't think the 3" clips would be large enough.
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Don't use all the bars from the top, take one out. It'll be 10 ft. You can also buy extra clamps from Home Depot (they are super cheap there) You will have to iron and/or steam the cloth as they are super WRINLKED for best use of them. GOOD LUCK!
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You should not need any clamps. The vertical bar of the stand goes through a hole in the middle of this "4-Play" light strip. The lights are held in place by a hand-tightened bolt that secures them to the vertical bar.
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There is a Velcro strip inside to attach the backdrops. If your is similar maybe it will work.
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The top of each stand has a standard stud with male threaded post (1/4 inch I think). The cross bar has a hole in each end that fits over the stud on the stands. The cross bar is tightened with hand-turned nuts to keep it from easily coming off. The stands readily can double as light stands if you don't need them to hold a backdrop.