This guide will cover the backplates, mounts, and securing heavy lenses or accessories with Elgato Prompter.
Prompter L Bracket
The camera L bracket has multiple thumbscrew rails to accommodate different types of webcams and cameras (sold separately).
The left and right L rails enable you to mount a smartphone clamp to use a smartphone with Elgato Prompter.
Types of backplates
The backplates with Prompter are designed to block surrounding light from the backside of Prompter. This is crucial in preventing glare and ensuring an optimal reflection of Prompter's monitor.
The backplates included with Prompter block surround light from the backside of the Prompter, preventing glare and ensuring optimal reflection of Prompter's monitor.
Facecam Pro Backplate
Explicitly designed for Elgato Facecam Pro.
Universal Shroud Backplate
For cameras, camcorders, and webcams that don't fit the Ring Backplate or Facecam Pro Backplate.
Ring Backplate
For larger DSLR/Mirrorless cameras or camcorders with threaded lenses. (Note: Do not use with motorized lenses.)
Cold Shoe Mounts
Prompter features two cold shoe mounts designed to attach additional accessories such as lights, microphones, field monitors, etc.
Note: Attaching accessories to Prompter will increase its weight and might place greater weight on Prompter. Make sure your mount can support this. If you still need to, you can just read the following section.
Securing Heavy Lenses or Accessories
Use the 1/4" mounts beneath Prompter's screen for extra support if the mount can't handle the weight. Attach a support brace like Elgato Heavy Clamp and Flex Arm to these mounts for added stability.