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Panasonic AG-DVX100B i

The AG-DVX100B is the most recent version of the Panasonic 24-frame standard definition video camera. When initially introduced, the AG-DVX100 (pre-A model) was the first small video camcorder to offer film-like 24-frame per second recording. High-end shoulder mount cameras offer film-speed recording, but the operation of one of these cameras requires a large production crew and oodles of money. The next model, the AG-DVX100A added more gamma correction and other cine' picture-look settings than the first model. The AG-DVX100B is the improved version of the "A" camera with some 20 new features like a higher resolution viewfinder, Scene Files and Time Code transfer through the FireWire cable, greater power efficiency with newly developed battery pack, more delicate zoom control and more. An all-black paint job on the new DVX-100B camera actually hides finger marks and smears and reduces reflection compared with the older silver bodied "A" model.

• 16:9 Aspect Display Mode on EVF and LCD for distortion free Squeeze Mode or Anamorphic Display
• Higher resolution 235,000 pixel .44" BW/color switchable electronic viewfinder (EVF) with superimposed audio metering
• Higher resolution 210,000 pixel flip-out 270 degree 3.5" LCD display with superimposed audio metering
• Remote focus and iris control with optional VariZoom controller(s) and others
• LCD panel has a bit of a break-away beyond the 90 degree point
• Single Button Display Character Off for LCD and EVF
• What you see is what you get on LCD and EVF
• Scene files transfer over FireWire
• Time code transfers over Firewire
• 1/3" 3-CCD Mini-DV camcorder with exclusive CineSwitchTM technology
• Rugged magnesium alloy diecast chassis
• Outstanding sensitivity of F11 @ 2000 lux
• Supports 480i/60 (NTSC), Cinema-style 480p/24fps, and 480p/30fps image capture
• Precision wide-angle Leica Dicomar lens with Servo/Manual Zoom (with stops & barrel markings)
• Auto/manual focus F1.6 with 72mm filter size and advanced optical image stabilization
• Conventional 4:3 aspect ratio and 16:9 letterbox image capture modes
• 16 x 9 anamorphic - letterbox and digital squeeze
• Conventional video gamma and CineGammaTM operational modes
• Seven gamma settings - L, M, H, CINE-LIKE, + CINE-LIKE D, CINE-LIKE V, Black Press
• Four knee settings - Auto, Low, Mid, High
• Four color matrix settings - Norm, Enriched, Fluor, Cine
• Three vertical detail level settings in progressive mode - Thin, Mid, Thick
• Up to +12dB gain in progressive mode
• 2-channel XLR audio inputs with phantom power supply (+48V) and manual audio levels
• S-Video, Video & Stereo Audio IN and OUT
• Standard IEEE 1394 FireWire interface (in/out) for transfer of digital video/audio to NLE platforms
• One Shot recording capability
• Unique pre-cleaning heads and auto head cleaning to maximize reliability
• Well balanced and highly portable: 4.4 pounds in full operating condition
• Longer-lasting 5400mA standard battery
• Slow Shutter - 24P - 1/6, 1/12, 30P - 1/4, 1/8, 1/15, 60i - 1/4, 1/8, 1/15, 1/30
• Edge enhancement for easy focusing - Peaking (switchable on/off) in LCD and EVF
• Auto focus assist in progressive mode
• Built-in SMPTE color bars in interlace and progressive modes
• Three user-programmable buttons are assignable to any one of 11 functions
• Color drop-down display mode for menu choices
• End Search Camera function - no longer necessary to go to VCR mode to search up to the end of the recording
• Menu change on Tape Protect to read Power Save
• MOD (Minimum Object Distance) - 0.6 meter
• Two zebra settings - 80-105%
• CineSwitchTM Scene File Dial is more protected from unintentional changes
• Slower middle zoom speed
• Color level, brightness and contrast adjustment - separate LCD and EVF settings
• More sensitive on-camera microphone
• Audio off tape or live E-E for delay free (echo free) monitoring (menu choice)
• Speaker position has moved to top of camera (was behind LCD)
• Heavy-duty tripod connection
• Black Sapphire color, Barrel Paint is textured to reduce fingerprints
• ROHS compliant manufacturing assuring environmentally correct parts and methodology

Rode Classic II Tube Microphone

A possible mic for our next recording?

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vic & al

vic & al
Originally uploaded by v2or.

we sent this to my sister who was in a serious car accident she is ok but we wanted to let let her know that our heads hurt with her.

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Mac Pro Software Instlation 2.22.08

Mac Pro Software Instlation 2.22.08
For Palm Recording Studio & Lighthouse Productions as of 3.15.08

¥ Mac OS Updates 10.5.2
¥ Motu 828mkII & Midi Exp
¥ Macki Control Driver
¥ Frontier Design Transaport v1.4.2
¥ Final Cut Pro 2 Studio
¥ Logic Pro 8 Studio
¥ Reason 4.0.1 & add on's
¥Reason Refils
¥ Spec Stylus RMX1.5.1c,1.6.0,1.6.1
¥ Roland GI 20
¥ EMU Keybard v.CME-UF-Midi-1.2u
¥Canon's Software
¥Apature 2
¥ Apogee Duet Maestro v.1.6.23
¥Native inst Guitar 3 Kore etc.
¥ PSP Vintage Warmer 2.1.4.dmg
Digital Preformer (On Mac Book Pro)

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Check out the new song "Light Through Shades" on iTunes just search
Victor Tarassov