TAKAMA TAKBS10 User manual
TAKBS10
10' Background Support System
BACKGROUND SUPPORT SYSTEM
INSTRUCTIONS
INTRODUCTION
Thank you! Here at Takama we appreciate your business, especially your recent purchase of
the Takama Background Support System.
This lightweight background support system was designed to be strong enough for active
location and studio use. It will support cut seamless paper, vinyl, chroma surfaces, and light
muslin fabrics up from to 51” to 10’ in length. The four crossbar sections can be used in any
combination to create 5´, 7.5’, or 10´ lengths. Two transportable support stands are adjust-
able from 39˝ to 10´and have three positive-locking knobs. The stand tops are equipped with
threaded posts to accept the crossbar and lock it rmly in place with a wingnut. The sturdy
canvas carry bag has a separate sleeve for each part, making the journey kit compact and safe
for the next gig.
We trust that our background support system will serve your creative inspirations reliably
for years to come. Please read these instructions carefully on how to set up this equipment.
The Takama Background Support System contains the following components:
2 – 6’ Support Stands
4 – Crossbar Sections
2 – Clips
Compartment Travel Carry Case
To really take advantage of the exible background system you own, you should add some
essential accessories. Check out our vast array of muslin fabrics, seamless paper and vinyl
backgrounds, as well as sand/water bags. Go to www.adorama.com and be prepared for a
long browse.
CONSTRUCTING THE TAKAMA BACKGROUND SUPPORT SYSTEM
1. Take one of the 6’ Support Stands and loosen
the knob (lefty/loosey – righty/tighty) that frees
the legs. Open the 3 legs to their maximum
spread. The 3 spokes that are attached to the
center column and legs should be parallel to the
ground for the best balance and safety.
Raise to center column section to a comfortable
height, not fully extended. You will have to con-
nect the crossbar to the tops of the stands and if
you start off too high, it will be out of reach.
2. Now repeat the same for the other 6’ Support
Stand. Set them to the same height. Tighten all
knobs. The placement of the stands depends on
the width you choose for the crossbar.
3. The crossbar is modular and can be congured to your selected length 3 ways, as in 5’, 7.5’ or a 10’
options. Each tubular section is labeled with a letter. “A” and “D” have a larger hole for coupling to
the support stands. “A” mates to “B” to make a 5’ bar, and “B” added to “D” makes a 7.5’ length.
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4. After the crossbar is complete, you are ready to mount it onto the support stands. Separate the
stands to the approximate distance. You are better off doing this step with two people, but the bar is
so lightweight that with a little careful practice, you can do it alone. Take one of the supplied washers
and slip it on to the top of the support stand screw post. Thread the post through the crossbar “A”
hole while holding the bar parallel to the oor. While holding on to the crossbar loosely and parallel
to the oor, walk to the other support stand and slip the hole of “D” onto the screw post of the stand.
Slip on a washer and, this time, tighten the connection with a washer and wingnut. Go back to the rst
stand and put on the washer and wingnut to secure the crossbar.
5. 2 clips are provided to grasp a background
onto the beam.
You can now raise the whole assembly to the
desired height for your shoot.
A sand/waterbottle bag will help weigh down the
support stands that are top heavy.
12oz Coke and Pepsi work, too, even unchilled.
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By using 2 sections labeled “B”, the crossbar reaches the maximum of 10’.
The sections join together by inserting the silver end of “B” into the matching opened end of tube
“A”. You must press the protruding chrome pop-up button on “B” as you line up the tube hole and
slide the silver end into the receiver hole of “A”. When the pop-up button reached the hole properly
aligned, it will snap automatically in place, popping-up and locking the 2 sections of the crossbar
together.
6. In case you are going to use a short or a very light seamless roll on a core, you will need to leave on
end of the crossbar unattached as you slide the rod through the core. Here is the time to use another
person to help as the product will not be stable enough as weight is added to one side of the stand/
crossbar combination. Remount the crossbar and tighten the wingnuts. This size kit is not intended for
large, heavy backgrounds of any nature.
7. Pack it all up in the nifty travel compartment case when you are ready.
There you have it. Now go out there and shoot some(uh)thing.
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ESSENTIAL ACCESSORIES
Adorama Seamless Background Paper,
53” wide x 12 yards
SKU: BM531228
Professional quality, ne tooth non-reecting
paper. Available in an array of vibrant colors.
Belle Drape Solid Color Series,
10x12’ Dyed Muslin Backgrounds
SKU: BD701HS
The “Solid Color” Series consist of hand
dyed muslins, insuring consistent color
density across the entire background.
Excellent backgrounds for still life and special
effects photography, a beautiful muslin back-
ground at a price that allows all levels
of photographers to own several.
Flashpoint Weight Sand / Water Bottle Bag,
Holds 4-Water Bottles, Holds 10 Lbs.
SKU: FPSBB
Made of nylon fabric, with two heavy duty
zippers on each side of the Velcro sealed
saddle bag to increase strength and resist
leakage. These bags may be lled on location
with sand, rocks or weights. The twin saddle
pockets are designed to hold up to 4 water
bottles.
ESSENTIAL ACCESSORIES
Flashpoint Sand Bottle Bag, Hook
SKU: FPSBXHK
Hang our Flashpoint Sand/Waterbottle bag
or any sack, bag or weight onto knobs and
eyeholes, securely and quickly.
Question about our product line? Need Product Support?
We are proud of our products and celebrate our customers.
We are with you, from product selection to everyday use.
Be secure with your purchase and reach us as you need.
Call: 212-647-9300
Address: Adorama Brands,
42 West 18th Street,
New York, NY 10011
Our web site contains a wide range of Support and FAQ pages with valuable
technical assistance.
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TAKBS10
10' Background Support System
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