What the thread found

• The Pro Vid arm can support a broadcast camera weight, but the total combined weight of the arm, sled, and camera together may exceed the arm's capacity
• The Pro Vid post connection is not directly compatible with the Masters gimbal and yoke, requiring a custom sleeve adapter
• A Pro Vid to Masters Series conversion accessory exists to make the equipment compatible
• The Masters elite vest and socket block can work with Pro Vid equipment if a conversion has been performed
• Masters sleds have larger gimbal holes than Pro Vid or EFP arms, potentially requiring an adapter plate
• Removing the standard battery from a Masters sled and using lithium power options reduces total system weight

Depends on

• The original Pro Vid connection style is difficult to balance and less adjustable than the Masters socket block system
• Whether a specific rig includes the conversion depends on its configuration and must be verified before use
• Some responses suggest a double Pro Vid arm may be needed instead of a single arm, though this is not elaborated
• The thread does not provide detailed specifications on weight limits or exact adapter requirements

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