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4.5
I was recently approached by a leading television network to be interviewed in my studio, via a large tablet like all-in-one PC (Cisco DX70-08).The producer needed to have the unit setup in different positions, for different angle shots. The Mount-It stand seemed the perfect choice, rather than to perch the heavy, 14" wide tablet PC on an a bulky, non-movable platform, or cabinet. Moving the PC to different positions was made much easier with this stand.Assembly was easy, and only took about half an hour to complete.The stand seems fairly stable, but if you're supporting a camera equipped device on it, just be careful not to bump it, as it will sway a little, from a strong bump.I never felt afraid the device would not handle the load of a DX70 PC, but it handles it nicely.I also liked the fact the stand's platforms have cable management holes, as well as slits near the edges of the platforms. This makes it possible to strap down a projector, camera, or PC / laptop to it. Also a plus, are the raised edges, which stop your gear sliding right the way off, in the event of a tip-over situation.The platforms are very stable, and made of thick metal.I wish the stand had quick release latches for easy raising, and lowering of the mast. As it is, you have to completely remove the two bolts from the mast, in order to raise, or lower the mast.I also wish the loser platform could be raised, or lowered, as well. As it is, you "have" to sit, if you're running projection, with a laptop. I suppose one could clamp another laptop shelf to the rig, at a higher position.I like the 30 degree tilt capability of the upper platform.The locking casters are also a plus. Great, if you're doing video production with the stand, or positioning a projector.I like that the mast can be raised enough to shoot projection over a seated, or standing audience, no problem.This stand is also great, if you're in a place that won't allow ceiling mounted projectors, as it has a fairly small footprint.I only wish this thing could be easily collapsed. However, it is fairly small, when the mast is lowered, and it's light enough to carry, and load into a vehicle, yet heavy enough, it won't tip over, as long as you don't overload the stand.
