Vocas USBP-15 MKII User manual
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Index:
Introduction:..................................................................................................................................... 3
Guide to Components:..................................................................................................................... 4
Accessories:.................................................................................................................................... 5
Adjusting the rail locks:.................................................................................................................... 6
Adjusting the shoulder pad: ............................................................................................................. 6
Attaching the base plate to your camera:......................................................................................... 7
Height adjustment of the rails: ......................................................................................................... 8
Adjusting play in the tripod plate connection: ................................................................................... 9
Adjusting the dovetail lock: .............................................................................................................10
Additional information: ....................................................................................................................11
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Introduction:
Thank you for purchasing a Vocas product. You are now the owner of a revolutionary Universal
Shoulder Base Plate!
Its great design, the incredible adjustability and quick release are unique in the market. More than
25 years of experience are part of USBP ‘design and functionality.
We believe that the Vocas USBP gives you the perfect configuration for your camera. You will now
experience having your camera in perfect balance.
Before you start to use your new accessory, please read these instructions carefully to enjoy
optimum performance and a longer service life. Keep this manual in a safe place for future
reference.
In the interest of continually improving products, Vocas Systems B.V. reserves the right to update
or modify information contained in this manual.
A video (or the latest version of this manual) explaining the features and possibilities of this USBP
system is also available on our website: www.vocas.com/accessories/usbp-15-mkii
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Guide to Components:
A. Height adjustable clamping block for 15 mm rails with two height adjustment screws.
(please note that this clamping block is also available in an higher alternative, see
“Accessories” for more information).
B. Hex key for height adjustment.
C. 15 mm rails.
D. Balance plate lock.
E. Safety release for balance plate.
F. Camera adapter plate (please note that this plate is also available in some camera
specific alternatives, see “Accessories” for more information).
G. Standard rosette (2x).
H. Rear 15 mm rail clamp.
I. Tripod plate dove tail with 1/4” and 3/8” holes.
J. Adjustment for tripod plate.
K. Shoulder pad (please note that this pad is also available in a softer alternative, see
“Accessories” for more information).
L. Several 1/4” holes.
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
K
J
I
L
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Accessories:
The previous page shows our most popular 0350-2200 configuration. Please note that this
baseplate is also sold in various other configurations, the shown illustration may be different that
your baseplate.
Please see our website for an overview of all our different baseplates.
https://www.vocas.com/supports-and-rigs/base-plates
And for an overview of all compatible accessories for this baseplate please see:
https://www.vocas.com/vocas-usbp-15-mkii.html
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Adjusting the rail locks:
All red winged nuts contain a ratchet mechanism, allowing for easy adjustment of the clamping
system. Simply pull red winged nut outward and rotate to adjust.
Adjusting the shoulder pad:
For optimal balance the shoulder pad can be placed in the base plate in any of three positions.
Simply pull out the shoulder pad (it is attached with magnets) and readjust.
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Attaching the base plate to your camera:
First remove the camera adapter plate form the base plate.
Do this by pulling the red balance plate lock lever backwards (1) and pressing
the red safety release (2). Now slide the camera adapter plate out of the base plate (3).
Next, attach the camera adapter plate to your camera using the provided 1/4” and 3/8” screws.
1
2
3
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You can now slide the camera with camera adapter plate on the base plate and lock the balance
plate lock lever.
Height adjustment of the rails:
Partially unscrew the two height adjustment screws with the supplied hex key.
Align the 15mm rails with the camera lens using the Alignment card.
The circular pattern should be centered on the camera lens.
Retighten the two height adjustment screws.
Please note that for more adjustment, there are more sets of threaded holes available in the base
plate and that the 15 mm clamping block can also be used upside down for even more adjustment.
Or, if even more height is needed, a higher clamping block is optional available.
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Adjusting play in the tripod plate connection:
This base plate can be used directly on the industry standard quick release tripod plates such as the
Sony VCT-14.
In some cases (especially when the tripod plate is old and worn out), some play between the Vocas
USBP-15 MKII base plate and the tripod plate may occur.
In this case the central red winged nut (A) at the back of the USBP15MKII base plate can be used
to readjust the play. Simply tighten this red winged nut to remove any play.
A
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Adjusting the dovetail lock:
1. Remove the locking screw (1).
2. Tighten or loosen the dovetail adjustment screw (2) to adjust the locking mechanism of
the dovetail. (CW to tighten CCW to loosen) Often only a very slight adjustment is
required.
Reattach the locking screw in one of the 3 holes around the dovetail adjustment screw. Choose the
hole that lines up the best with the shape of the dovetail adjustment screw.
1
2
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Additional information:
This USBP-15 MKII is part of our “sliding system”.
Once the camera adapter plate (1) is attached to your camera, you can very quickly switch from the
15 mm base plate (2) to the 19 mm base plate (3) or to the Quick release dovetail plate (4)
3, item 0350-2205
1, Camera adapter plate
2, item 0350-2200
4, 0350-2220
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