Tim Scarpino
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[Merfmanboogieman] “by the way the “I have a tan” comment was a complete joke. I am as pasty white as fresh snow on christmas morning. I haven’t enjoyed the outdoors for 6 months. I was trying to say I know I am not a computer geek. I have other things preoccuping my mind. I just like playing with this expensive toy.”
I would really drop your shovel if I were you…
Cheers,
Tim Scarpino
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Er, not really.
The content was originally stored on P2 cards in the HVX-200, then off-loaded to the HDD device. That’s where the content resides and where I’m trying to “play” it back from in the P2 Viewer.
The Firestore doesn’t really have anything to do with this, or so I think.
Tim Scarpino
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Well, 20-30 feets is quite a distance, so don’t be expecting miracles from your SOTs. The closer the better, and of course, keep the mic pointed directly at what you want to capture. And for the wind, I’ve often found fiber scrimming material (used to diffuse lighting) works really well in a pinch to knock down wind noise.
Finally, you might be able to do some EQ in post to give your subjects a bit more “presence”.
Good Luck,
Tim Scarpino
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When you monitored the playback audio, were you listening to both audio channels or just channel 1?
Tim Scarpino
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Rick,
Great answer.
His comment of “can someone please answer with a yes or no, cause everythime i ask this, i get alot of answers.” simply isn’t applicable. It’s like asking the brain surgeon if he can make the headache go away, and not really caring how he does it.
“plan your workflow”….Indeed, words to live by!
Cheers,
Tim Scarpino
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Well, my response hasn’t changed since I offered an opinion to this same question on May, 21. Lot’s of product out there. I’ve been satisfied with Azden, though given a choice, I ALWAYS prefer Lectrosonics.
And yes, google “Male Mini to Male XLR” and you’ll find lots of links.
Tim Scarpino
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Well, the reason you’re getting “lots of answers” is because there are lots of things to consider when choosing the appropriate format/setting. You haven’t given in your note any hints as to how you intend to use your finished product.
To be basic, if you’re using the DVX100, you can achieve a “film look” by using the 24p mode on the Scene File dial. That setting is F5.
When editing, you should be set up to edit standard definition video with a frame rate of 29.97. Even though your shooting in 24p on the DVX, your frame rate is still treated as a “traditional” video signal at 30 fps in your NLE.
So, the simple answer is “yes” you can achieve your desired look as described above. Unless you understand the need for 24pA, I would stay away from that.
Or so I think,
Good Luck,
Tim Scarpino
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Well, to be sure, the DVX/HVX family of products are not “high-end” cameras. Multiply your desired expenditure by 5 and you just barely start to get into that category.
A DVX bought from an authorized (that’s key!) dealer by itself will will set you back at least $2,500. It’s HD brother the HVX is at least twice that much.
On top of that, you’ll want a tripod, mics (wireless?!?), lights, extra camera batteries and a camera/grip bag to carry all your stuff.
You could easily spend another $1000-$2000 just on what I’ve mentioned.
And, if you go the HVX HD route, don’t forget you’re gonna need a couple of 16 gig P2 cards at about $900 a pop.
So, I could spend hours describing all the above, but in the end, it comes down to what you want to do, and how you want to do it. Perhaps others will weigh in, but I think your stated budget precludes the use of the DVX/HVX products in your productions.
As far as going to Africa, I’ve done it, and it really depends on the requirements of the country you are visiting. As for me, I went through extraordinary expense and effort to secure a Letter of Carnet which basically guarantees you’re not going to sell your stuff on the black market and avoid paying taxes on the transaction.
In the end, not a single official asked me for this in the month I was there. I basically told custom officials it was a trip of a lifetime which is why I “rented” a $50,000 camera to record my journies.
Good luck in the immense research you must surely undertake in making an equipment decision that will serve your needs,
Tim Scarpino
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Are you running this mic through a mixer? If so, insure you’re set up on the DVX to receive a “line level” input. If you’re audio controls are turned down and it still sounds distorted and tinney, I’m leaning towards that.
If you’re not using a mixer, change mic cables. This could also be a shielding problem on the ground wire on your mic cable.
Let us know what you find out.
Tim Scarpino
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This is a good start:
https://www.azdencorp.com/shop/customer/product.php?productid=93703&cat=36&page=1
We use an Azden product and it seems to work well.
Good Luck,
Tim Scarpino