Ravelli ABSL User manual

ABSL Model Background Stand

Product Overview:
The Ravelli ABSL model background stand is adjustable up to 13' tall by 15' wide. It is comprised of two
tripod stands and five 3’ cross bar sections and includes a heavy duty carry bag. The tripod stands have
been designed with air cushioned shocks to provide smooth and safe adjustments.
Also included is a reversible male studio spigot adapter which allows the use of photographic equipment
with 3/8" or 1/4" threads. The adapter is also machined with two indentions to securely mount your light
kits.
Key Features:
●Huge Full Size 13'x15’
●Molded Aluminum Construction
●Air Cushion Stands
● Male Studio Spigot Reversible Adapter
●Now supports 107" paper rolls using only 3 cross bar sections
●Large Ergonomic Lock Knobs
●Easy Fold Design
● Carry Bag Included

Parts List:
Model:
ABSL
Variable Widths:
2 Poles: 6' (approx)
3 Poles: 9' (approx)
4 Poles: 12' (approx)
5 poles 15' (approx)
Unit Height:
Collapsed: 3' 9 1/2"
Extended: 13'
Unit Weight:
One Stand:
21.7 LBS
6 lbs
Shock Absorbers:
Full Length Air Shocks
Materials:
Tripods and Extension Poles: 100% High Grade 30mm Diameter 1.1mm Thick
Aluminum
Height Adjustment Knobs: Polyurethane
Carrying Case: 1680D Ballistic Nylon
Total Footprint:
48" Diameter, 41" foot leg to foot leg
Height Set Screws
3 Height Adjustment Knobs
Part
Description
Quantity
1
Male Studio Spigot Reversible Adapter, Washer, Wing Nut
2
2
3.3' Cross Bar
5
3
ABSL Background Tripod
2
4
1680D Ballistic Nylon Bag
1

Set Up Instructions:
Note: Please first inspect your stands to make sure there is no damage. Check all joints, knobs and rivets
to ensure the product is intact. The unit has already undergone quality inspections. However, your
safety is first. Please contact us immediately to resolve any issues. The Allen set screw that holds the
center pole may need to be adjusted for tightness to ensure the center pole remains secured. This set
screw is located near the bottom of the center pole. When using the stands, be careful not to damage or
dent the poles or tighten the knobs with too much force as the poles will become hard to extend or
collapse and may even get stuck.
Before adjusting the height of the tripod stands, please ensure the air cushion cap at the bottom of the
center pole is securely in place. The air cushion is in place to prevent the height sections from crashing
to the bottom. If the air cushion cap falls out, insert the cap back into the bottom of the center pole. If
the problem persists, you can add a small amount of glue to the cap before replacing it into the center
pole.
1. Setting up the tripods: Upon removing the tripods from the bag
all knobs will be tightened. To set up the tripod, you will first need
to loosen the knob on the leg brace. Pull the legs outward from
the center pole and then push in a downward motion on the top of
the brace while holding the center pole (See Figure 1). Continue
pushing downward until the legs are fully extended. Next, adjust to
the height. Finally, tighten the leg knob to lock the legs in place.
2. Setting up the extension poles: Your background stand comes
with five 3’ cross bars. The poles have been designed with a male
and a female end on each bar resulting in a slide and lock design
(See Figure 2). Before connecting the crossbar sections together,
please make sure that both male and female ends are clean and
free of debris. Also inspect the poles to ensure they are not bent or
pressed in so that they can easily be attached and detached from
each other. Please make sure to only turn the crossbars 90 degrees
as indicated on the stickers to avoid jamming the sections together.
Slide the silver male end into one of the female ends. Once fully
inserted, turn the poles approximately 90 degrees until you feel a
lock and the arrows on the stickers are aligned with each other.

3. Attaching crossbars to the tripods: Each one of the tripods has a reversible adapter on the top with a
washer and a wing nut already attached. To attach the cross bars to the tripods, simply unscrew and
remove the wing nut and the washer. On the cross bar there is a hole on one side of the pole. Simply
slide the pole onto the screw, slide on the washer, then screw on the wing nut and tighten until secure
(See Figure 3).
Note: The crossbars can be set at various lengths. The minimum length would be the use of two
crossbars. To do so, you will have to use the two cross bars that have the holes on either end so that
they can be attached to the tripod stands.
4. Adjusting the height of your tripods: Each one of your tripod
stands are adjustable in height up to 13 feet. -To increase the
tripod height, loosen the top height adjustment knob then pull in
an upward motion to the desired height. To achieve full
extension, it is recommended that you first loosen the top height
adjustment knob and fully extend the top section of the tripod.
Once fully extended, tighten up the top height adjustment
knob then repeat the process for the middle section then the
bottom section. If any of the collar sections are wobbly or the
height adjustment knob is not enough to hold the section in
place, loosen the corresponding height adjustment knob and
make sure the set screw (allen screw) is tightened down all the
way first.
5. Reversible adapter: The tripod stands include a male studio
spigot adapter which is used for various lighting and
photographic equipment. The adapter has 3/8" and 1/4" screw
threads and also has been precision machined to securely
mount strobe lights. The adapter locks into place using a push
button and knob. To remove the adapter, simply loosen the
knob, press the button in and pull the adapter up (See figure 5).

Optional ATD Tripod Dolly*: To easily maneuver your tripod stands, we recommend our universal heavy
duty Ravelli ATD Tripod Dolly. The ATD dolly is an excellent choice for use with your professional
background stands, light stands, and also video and camera tripods. These dollies offer smooth
movement with 3" rubber wheels and metal ball bearings. The Ravelli ATD also includes a one-step lock
on each wheel to securely hold your tripod in place. The dolly is easily folded and has a carrying handle
built in and includes a protective bag.
Notice: Once your background stand is set up please be aware that some sag in the cross bars can be a
common issue based on the size and weight of the backdrop you are using.
WARNING: There is a tipping risk for the fully extended
tripods or tripods and crossbar. This can be due to moving
the tripods while fully extended, a model or photographer
stepping on a backdrop, heavy mounted equipment such as
strobe lights, or even things such as uneven surfaces or wind.
To reduce the risk of tipping over, we recommend placing one
tripod leg facing the same direction as the backdrop or in the
same direction as the heavy part of mounted equipment to
balance the weight. We also recommend purchasing sand bags
or weights to set on the tripod legs to hold the stands in place.
Ravelli™ guarantees the stand only and is not liable for
damage caused to backdrops, cameras, lighting, or any other
items.