Joel Servetz
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You can hook up multiple mics into one transmittter by running them into a small mixer and feeding the mixer output to the wireless transmitter (do you have the right cables?). If you don’t have a mixer and don’t want to buy one consider renting. This is especially easy if you have a plug-on transmitter but I’ve done it plenty of times with beltpacks. Make sure the transmitter input is set correctly to mic or line per the mixer’s output. Make sure you have a full set of adapters on hand (direct box, inline pads, ground lifters, etc.) to deal with any issues. Also, take plenty of time to do a thorough sound check. And make sure you monitor continuously. Do you have an assistant who can separately monitor the mixer while you monitor the camcorder? This is an easy job but you have to be very thorough.
Joel Servetz
RGB Media Services, LLC
Sarasota, Fl
videobyjoel@aol.com
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No doubt that is one hellishly rf-rich environment. Are your receivers picking up strong signals with your transmitters off? I would be very surprised if there isn’t a ton of cross-channel interference going on in that place. Almost makes me glad the proposal to hire me to do some video of events there didn’t pan out.
Joel Servetz
RGB Media Services, LLC
Sarasota, Fl
videobyjoel@aol.com
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Duly noted Mark, sorry about that. Jay, please note my e-mail, videobyjoel@aol.com and contact me offline about these lights.
Joel Servetz
RGB Media Services, LLC
Sarasota, Fl
videobyjoel@aol.com
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Where are you located? I have two Lowel Softlight 2 units available for sale. They’re in excellent condition, one with a traveling case, one in it’s original box. They can take two lamps for up to 2K watts each, depending on the lamps used. These are perfect for interview setups. Send me your contact info at videobyjoel@aol.com and write “interested in Lowel Softlights” in the subject line and I’ll send you full specs and an asking price.
Joel Servetz
RGB Media Services, LLC
Sarasota, Fl
videobyjoel@aol.com
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I’ve been using SanDisk Extreme Pro 32GB cards with no issues. Others may have different results with different cards.
Joel Servetz
RGB Media Services, LLC
Sarasota, Fl
videobyjoel@aol.com
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The Audio Technica 1800 series includes a version with a dual-channel receiver with separate outputs and volume controls. Azden also has a dual channel system but I’d put my faith in Audio Technica. They have kits that include two lavs, a lav and plug-on (for handhelds) or one of each. I use the 1800 series and it works great.
Joel Servetz
RGB Media Services, LLC
Sarasota, Fl
videobyjoel@aol.com
http://www.rgbmediaservices.com -
What I use and consider the best bang for the buck is the Datavideo DN-60. Simple, straightforward, does what it’s supposed to do and has one important feature it’s more expensive cousins lack: a choice between FAT-32 and NTFS file systems. NTFS allows uninterrupted long form recording without the file size limitations of FAT-32. I have an XH-A1S. I record simultaneously to tape & CF flash and always will as they back each other up. Check it out online, great prices at B&H Photo in NY.
Joel Servetz
RGB Media Services, LLC
Sarasota, Fl
videobyjoel@aol.com
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It’s unlikely to be replaced, they’ll probably disassemble, clean and re-assemble the lens.
Joel Servetz
RGB Media Services, LLC
Sarasota, Fl
videobyjoel@aol.com
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I would not subject the lens to any extremes of cold or heat or attempt to do anything at all, for fear of violating the warranty. Seal it in a ziploc type bag until you can send it out.
Joel Servetz
RGB Media Services, LLC
Sarasota, Fl
videobyjoel@aol.com
http://www.rgbmediaservices.com -
If you’re in Chicago, Bexel has a branch there also. 870 W. Division St., 312-944-2770
mailto:rroberts@bexel.com
Joel Servetz
RGB Media Services, LLC
Sarasota, Fl
videobyjoel@aol.com
http://www.rgbmediaservices.com