JonyPrompters

JonyPrompter

JonySpeechPrompter

Accessories

Frequently Asked Qs

JonyPrompters

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Standard Features

90% aluminum construction

powder coat wrinkle black finish

simple 'flip up'' design

includes mounting hardware

sandwiches between camera & tripod

black cloth shroud w/ lens drawstring

'slide in slot' balancing

dual level camera platform

non-proprietary displays

attractively priced

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JonyPrompter
		JonyPrompter
		The JonyPrompter is a 100% aluminum professional camera-mount teleprompter that is compact, lightweight and affordable. It supports full size ENG style video cameras as well as smaller Mini-DV style cameras. The mirror folds down for easy and safe transport. It sports a 40/60 beamsplitter mirror just like the $5,000 units.

		JonyPrompter Specifications
			Finish		Powder Coated Wrinkle Black
			Beamsplitter Mirror		40R/60T - 13.25" x 14.25"
			Main Support Platform	Length	25"
			(mirror down)	Length	27"
				Width	16"
				Height	14"
			(mirror down)	Height	5"
			Camera Support Platform	Length	12"
				Width	3.5"
				Height	2" or 4"
			Monitor Frame Opening	L x W	10" x 13"
			Tripod Capture Screw		3/8"
			Camera Attachment Screws		3/8" and/or 1/4"
			Adjustable Nylon Straps	Two	accepts most 15" & 17" units

	Read the Videomaker Magazine Review here!
	April 2004 Issue


JonyPrompter for Speech
		JonyPrompter for Speech (JPS)
		The JonyPrompter for Speech is a presidential style teleprompter system that is shipped in pairs. However, I guess you could order a single unit? You've seen these flanking each side of the podium during speeches by the US President. The 15" flat panel color LCD monitors sit low and horizontal facing up while the angled transparent beamsplitter glass reflects the text into the view of the presenter. The audience usually just sees the top of the stand and a clear piece of glass. The JPS is a complete system rivaling units twice their price. If you've been looking around at these you know what they cost. Once again JonyJib comes through with tools packing great value! For the cost of a few rentals and you've bought the JPS system. The JPS system includes: 2 rounded Beamsplitter Mirror Glass 13” x 14” 2 adjustable Mirror Clamps 2 adjustable Stand Masts 2 adjustable Mast Clamps 2 Stand Bases 4 adjustable Monitor Straps 2 Monitor Mounts 2 15” Color LCD Flat Panel Monitors 2 Monitor 5/8” Pins and knob bolts 2 VGA Cable 6’ Male to Male 2 120VAC to 12VDC Power Supplies Also available for the JPS System: Longer VGA or Composite Cables VGA Flip Adapter (reverser) VGA Splitter (1 in – 2 out) Custom Carrying/Shipping Case Inteliprompter Software Hand Speed Controller Hinged Mirror/Shroud Conversion Kit


		JonyPrompter for Speech Specifications
		 Monitor – 15" diagonal VGA TFT Color LCD flat panel  Signal Input - 15 pin 3 row XGA DSUB connector  Monitor Support - length - 14" (front to back)  Monitor Support - width - 16"  LCD Frame/Opening - width - 13"  LCD Frame/Opening - height - 10"  Material - Machined ¼” Aluminum  Finish - Wrinkle Black Powder Coat  Adjustable 1" nylon straps accepts most monitors  Stand color = black  Stand maximum height (to clamp thread) 60”  Stand minimum height (to clamp thread) 25”  Stand folds to 22”  Stand feet extend 14” from base  Power Input: 120VAC or optionally 12VDC  Weight - 20 lbs. each

JonyPrompter Accessories

JonyPrompter Accessories

The following items can be added to the JonyPrompters, as indicated, to outfit your system as needed:

	Custom Carrying/Shipping Case	JP	JSP
	This custom foam filled, two layer case will store a JonyPrompter, and associated cabling in the lower layer and a laptop, hand controller and associated cabling in the upper layer. The upper layer also accomodates the prompter camera platform with the additional standoffs installed. There is no need to remove them when storing the system. The Pelican 1650 case with custom cut foam inserts measures 33" x 21" x 12". This case with "o-seal" in the lid is watertight!	x
photo not available	Custom Carrying/Shipping Case	JP	JSP
photo not available	This case will store a pair of JonySpeech Prompters, with two stands, skirts, clamps, beamsplitters, monitors and associated cabling. The Pelican style case with custom cut foam inserts measures 33" x 21" x 12".		x
	Flip-Q Software	JP	JSP
	Flip-Q is a premier teleprompter program for the most demanding professional applications. It's dual screen scrolling engine reverses the secondary output of a PC laptop while leaving the operator's display non-reversed. This allows less expensive non-reversing VGA displays to be used without sacrificing functionality.	x	x
	Flip-Q Hand Controller	JP	JSP
	This USB controller gives you control over the speed, direction and pause of your prompting script. It is designed to sit on a desk or hold in your hand. You can even let the talent hold it themselves.	x	x




	VGA Monitor Cable - 15 feet	JP	JSP
	This extends the teleprompter up to 15 feet from the computer or VGA splitter box.	x	x
	VGA Monitor Cable - 25 feet	JP	JSP
	This extends the teleprompter up to 25 feet from the computer or VGA splitter box.	x	x
	VGA Monitor Cable - 50 feet	JP	JSP
	This extends the teleprompter up to 50 feet from the computer or VGA splitter box.	x	x

Frequently Asked Questions

Do JonyPrompters come with everything you need to start prompting?

All you need to add is your computer or laptop, your camera and a medium to heavy duty tripod. (the JonyPrompter weighs 18 to 21 lbs)

How do I balance the JonyPrompter on my tripod?

You don't need to, necessarily, if you have a "tilt locked down" shot. If you would like to tilt the camera during a prompter session and your camera weighs 12 pounds or more then your camera can be adjusted back and forth on the mount to achieve balance. For smaller cameras you may need to add a counterweight to the rear. There is a mounting hole on the bottom rear of the sled for this purpose. You may use a standard steel plate weight with a 1/2" bolt, nut and a couple of washers.

What is the difference between the VGA and Composite monitors you offer?

The primary difference is the style of video signal that is required of your computer. VGA or composite. The important difference is the special Composite monitor has the "picture flip" or "mirror" function built into it's hardware design. There is no need for the software to "flip" the image before sending it to the monitor. Your prompter operator will read the image forward on the operator screen and the talent will read the script forward on the prompter mirror. The VGA monitor does not have the ability to mirror the image so this function is required of the prompting software. The downside to this is, the prompter operator is required to read the text backwards on the operator screen while the talent reads the script forward on the prompter mirror. (or the operator can sit or stand out of the shot but read from the prompter's monitor)

What if I use a larger ENG style camera and a smaller DV style camera?

The JonyPrompter handles either camera. It ships with six 2" camera platform standoffs installed. This setup is for the larger cameras and keeps the lens centered in the glass. For smaller cameras the platform need to be raised to keep the lens centered in the mirror. The JonyPrompter ships with 6 additional 2" standoffs which raises the platform 2 more inches. You need a small philips screwdriver for the quick change-out. The JonyPrompter will fit in the custom carrying case in either configuration

How is the monitor secured?

The JonyPrompter is fitted with two heavy duty adjustable 1" nylon straps with buckles. This allows you to fit just about any 14 to 17 inch flat panel LCD monitor to your JonyPrompter.

What kind of life span should I expect from the monitor?

The current models of LCD monitors are rated at 50,000 hours of life. That's about 5.7 years if you turn it on and never turn it off. If you use it 5 times a week for about an hour it could last 192 years. We're not saying that this is the last monitor you'll buy because who knows what they'll have in 10 years?

How does it attach to my tripod?

Much like your camera would, however we provide you with a longer 3/8" capture screw that fits into the quick release plate on your tripod head. You remove your shorter one for the duration of the prompting session. We provide a threaded knob and spacer that cinches the prompter onto the capture screw.

How does it attach to my camera?

We provide you with two "knob bolts", a 3/8" inch and a 1/4" one. For larger cameras you may use both of these to secure your camera's quick release plate and for smaller cameras you'll just use the 1/4" bolt.

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