Digital Video - July 2008 - (Page 44) TOOLS & TECHNOLOGY Edirol R44 3-Band EQ, 6-Band Graphic EQ, Enhancer or DeEsser can be used as tools to greatly improve audio quality. Effects can be applied while recording or simply for monitoring/ playback. The R44 generates a stereo mix with a specified spread from inputs of Mid-Side Microphones The Pre-Record function buffers input signals for a certain amount of time. When the REC button is pressed, the material from the previous few seconds (selectable) is included. This also helps reduce sound bites at the beginning of a recording by not having to start the recorder too early. The combo input jacks (4) support the connection of both XLR and 1⁄4" plugs. XLR inputs are equipped with phantom power. Eleven steps of input sensitivity enable the connection of various devices with a variety of inputs levels from microphones to musical instruments. High quality analog circuitry in the preamp ensures superior recording results. The high contrast, high response organic LED screen, viewable from wide angles, ensures fluid operation in field recording situations. The high response of level meters makes precise level adjustments possible. All the necessary switches and knobs are located on the top and front panels. Self-lit buttons on all the key controls enable clear-cut recording operations. The Control Sync terminal enables synchronized operation of two units. The R44 can be mounted on computers with a simple USB 2.0 connection. It is seen as an USB storage device on a computer. You can copy data back and forth with a simple drag-and-drop operation. The R44 can be operated with three types of power supply: AC adaptor, external battery and AA batteries. Four hours of operation are possible with NiMH or alkaline batteries at 16-bit/44.1kHz stereo (phantom power and pre-record disabled). Sony Digital Wireless System ical linkages balances cameras with various center-of-gravity (COG) points, making adjustment simple and eliminating the need for time-consuming cam changes when altering the camera configuration. It retains the Vector 700’s smooth operation in both pan and tilt movements and infinite adjustability for both the balance and drag systems. The Vector 750 features a COG range span of 80mm-250mm, which covers the full center of gravity range of both Vector 700 versions. In addition, the Vector 750 has an increased maximum payload of 165.3lbs (75kg), allowing a greater use of camera accessories such as a talent monitor and spotlights. The inclusion of stainless-steel internal components makes the Vector 750 even more durable and robust. The 750 head provides a new and improved ergonomic slide plate mechanism, and includes higher output drag modules that yield increased available friction range for excellent control of heavier payloads. Also available is an optional side-mounted monitor bracket to accommodate mounting viewfinders on the side of the head. SONY DIGITAL WIRELESS SYSTEM www.sony.com VINTEN VECTOR 750 PAN/TILT HEAD www.vinten.com The new Vector 750 pan-and-tilt head system was awarded the STAR Award from TV Technology magazine at the 2008 NAB Show. To create the Vector 750 head, Vinten melded the proven functionality and durability of the company’s existing Vector 700 Standard and “H” versions of the head, merging the best of axial and cam technology, and incorVinten Vector porated them into the new sys750 Pan/Tilt Head tem that yields the combined advantages of these designs. The new head has a groundbreaking counterbalance mechanism that doesn’t use springs or cams. Instead, a system of mechan44 dv july 2008 Designed to operate with the full range of next-generation Sony XDCAM camcorders, the new Digital Wireless is comprised of the DWT-B01 bodypack transmitter and DWR-S01D digital wireless receiver. The new system offers significant sound gathering advantages for news, sports and reality TV producers. The system also features the DWA-01D wireless tuner adaptor for use with Sony’s HDCAM, XDCAM, Digital Betacam and MPEG IMX professional camcorders. Using a new Sony codec chip, the DWT-B01 and DWR-S01D units deliver 24-bit/48kHz digital wireless audio transmission quality with low latency. The system delivers a wide dynamic range of more than 106dB, a wide frequency response of 20Hz to 22kHz, and exceptional transient response. Incorporating a newly developed digital modulator, the system realizes an inter-modulation-free, equally spaced channel allocation that allows for large-scale, multi-channel operations. Additionally, the system’s technology provides more simultaneous wireless channels. For example, up to 12 channels of simultaneous operation is possible on a single UHF TV channel (6MHz bandwidth). A digital modulator permits highly stable wireless transmission which is extremely tolerant to interference. In addition, digitally modulated and encrypted data helps to provide highly secure transmission and minimize the risk of interception. The compact bodypack transmitter accepts mike or line input (attenuator level — 0dB to 48dB in 3dB steps). The DWA-01D adapwww.dv.com http://www.sony.com http://www.vinten.com http://www.dv.com
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