Panasonic Varicam Tape Transport Noise

[John Sharaf]

Laurie,

That’s not right! The Varicam transport is normally one of the quietest I’ve ever seen. You have to look at the tally light or TC reader to confirm that you’re rolling.

I would definately check with the camera’s owner even if it’s after hours and get a replacement. I doubt that you’ll be able to get it serviced or replaced on location, it’s hard enough to get service from the big factory shop here in LA!

I have to assume you’ve tried several different cassettes?

Bottom line, don’t go on a distant location with faulty gear even to such a civilized place as Switzerland!

Good luck,

JS

[Dpray]

I agree with the last post– this is not normal, it’s a very quiet camera. Assuming you get that fixed– it’s a fantastic camera. Good luck.
dpray