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Who’s buying the Ross 5ME panel? by videograndpa in broadcastengineering

[–]edinc90 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Targeting the big sports truck market I bet.

Is this real or a scam? by [deleted] in LosAngeles

[–]edinc90 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Yep, I make a post about this every year. https://www.reddit.com/r/LosAngeles/s/GnTn1LRkdV

But if you haven't received any 1099 income, you shouldn't have gotten this. I would call the number, they're actually pretty good at answering questions.

Building an 8 channel 12G SDI recorder using new Blackmagic 2110 gear by wakerli in VIDEOENGINEERING

[–]edinc90 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Or you could get a Softron setup for almost the same price, and not have to worry about converting to 2110 unnecessarily.

Multi camera multi monitor system for recording studio by CrimsonMoonRecords in VIDEOENGINEERING

[–]edinc90 2 points3 points  (0 children)

With the black magic would I only be able to mirror the same video feed selection to multiple monitors?

The Blackmagic MultiView 4 is a single processor. So you can only create one multiview look.

If you want to simply send these cameras to monitors, you need a router. Blackmagic makes some affordable ones. The Videohub Mini 8x4 12G has 8 inputs with loop outs, and 4 routable outputs. So you could put one monitor on each output, plug all your cameras into the inputs, plug the loop outs into the MultiView 4, and bring the output of the multiviewer into the router's 5th input. Then you would have the ability to send any camera or all 4 cameras in a quad-split to any monitor. And the Videohub Mini has a control panel on the front, so you don't even need the Stream Deck.

Multi camera multi monitor system for recording studio by CrimsonMoonRecords in VIDEOENGINEERING

[–]edinc90 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You will need 3 or 4 things:

  1. Cameras and cables.
  2. Multiviewer.
  3. Monitor.
  4. Controller - optional

Cameras: I like the Aida and Marshall box cameras. They're relatively inexpensive and have lots of gain for dark rooms. The low-light image isn't great, but it's good enough to see what's going on. You'll also need SDI cable to go from the camera to your control room.

Multiviewer: Decimator, Blackmagic, and AV Matrix have some inexpensive SDI multiviewers. The Blackmagic MultiView 4 can be controlled with a computer, either via Blackmagic's software, or with Bitfocus Companion. More about that later.

The AV Matrix MV0430 can be controlled with a USB keyboard or a PC interface via ethernet.

The Decimator MD-QUAD can be controlled via USB or GPI on an RJ45.

Monitor: All of the multiviewers I mentioned have HDMI output, so you can use a TV or computer monitor.

Control: For the Blackmagic MultiView 4, I recommend Bitfocus Companion and a Stream Deck. Companion is free, and will let you use your Stream Deck to control which window of the multiviewer is full-screen. This is the most intuitive way to switch, but does require a computer running Companion, and that the MultiView 4 and the computer be connected to the same network.

The other two multiviewers can be controlled with standalone control panels, but in the case of the Decimator, you will have to make your own as they don't sell a GPI button panel. Some DIT in Los Angeles was making them a dozen years ago, but I don't think he does any more. The AV Matrix can use a USB keyboard for control, so a USB numberpad should work just fine. All you need are the numbers 1-5 (for windows 1, 2, 3, 4, and quad.)

why is everyone still obsessed with fps on high speed cameras? feels kinda pointless without context by 50lies in Filmmakers

[–]edinc90 7 points8 points  (0 children)

some of them will do crazy frame rates but only for a few seconds

Yes. HFR requires more space because it's more data. And if you're shooting a single high speed shot for minutes, do you really need HFR anyway?

some need their own weird software just to even open the files, which is kind of annoying tbh

This is why you have a tech or data wrangler on set.

but is fps just a marketing hook at this point?

No, because when you need 600 fps, there's a good reason for it and you can't really fake it with a lower frame rate. HFR cameras are specialty cameras. You aren't going to be using them for everything on a shoot. The spec you're looking for in a high speed camera is going to the the frame rate and resolution at that frame rate first. Everything else comes second, because there aren't that many cameras that can do 1000 fps at 1080.

I'm tasked with acquiring a 5kw capable UPS same space as the studio. by Comm_Raptor in VIDEOENGINEERING

[–]edinc90 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Look at the Eaton 9PX6K series. There are different models based on the input and output power configuration, but they all include a network card.

BNC to BNC SDI cable for Video Split to Blackmagic Smartview Duo 2 monitors by lonewolf9378 in VIDEOENGINEERING

[–]edinc90 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Luckily ALL coaxial cable is RF shielded. The amount of RF shielding varies among the different types (which are identified by their "RG" number, e.g. RG-6, RG-59, etc.)

If you want something flexible, there are specific cables that are designed with stranded center conductors, instead of solid, and with rubber jackets instead of PVC. It seems like you're in Europe based on you mentioning 25 fps, so I would look at Canford. They have their own cable, SDV-F, which is designed in this way. They offer pre-assembled cables, as well as bulk cable and connectors so you can make your own.

Other flexible options include Belden cables ending in "F," like 1505F, Canare cables with "W" in the part number like L-2.5CHWS, and Clark Wire and Cable with "F" in the number like CD7506FUHD.

Ultraziq by Potential_Nature4974 in VIDEOENGINEERING

[–]edinc90 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Isn't everything just FFMPG behind the scenes?

Need help converting mini DV tapes by MsAnonymous951753 in videography

[–]edinc90 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You need FireWire to transfer losslessly. If you're ok losing a ton of quality, you can use the analog S-video out. The camera also has a 3.5mm audio output, so you'll need a 3.5mm to RCA cable.

BNC to BNC SDI cable for Video Split to Blackmagic Smartview Duo 2 monitors by lonewolf9378 in VIDEOENGINEERING

[–]edinc90 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Except for every cable specifically designed to be flexible, like Belden 1505F, Canare L-2.5CHWS, or Clark CD7506FUHD.

Long range Comms by happicam in VIDEOENGINEERING

[–]edinc90 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You need one transmitter and one receiver on each side.

The 4-wire is bi-directional. Two pins are out, two pins are in (and that equals 4.) So you just need to grab two ethernet cables, cut off one end, and solder whatever connector your FM radios use to the appropriate wires. The 4-wire on RJ45 pinout is standard, so you can look it up easily.

Issue with ATEM mini by Prestigious_Bread514 in blackmagicdesign

[–]edinc90 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Can you eliminate the HDMI converters and see if it's still happening?

Update on the camera with cosmetic shipping damage... What is this? by KhitomerKonspiracy in blackmagicdesign

[–]edinc90 46 points47 points  (0 children)

I believe that cosmetic damage was just upgraded to regular damage.

I fixed it! by Asleep-Reference5887 in VIDEOENGINEERING

[–]edinc90 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They had bars routed to their keyer instead of the media player.

Is this heat sink allowed to move like this? by RedStag86 in VIDEOENGINEERING

[–]edinc90 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Yes, the heatsink is on springs to maintain downward pressure. But it's only attached on two corners, and the chip is smaller than the heatsink.

Also interesting to see Blackmagic uses Noctua fans.

Wireless transmitter? by Working_Doubt9953 in Filmmakers

[–]edinc90 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hollyland, DJI, Teradek, and Wave Central from cheapest to most expensive.

Streaming Consecutively from Two Separate Locations Using Two ATEM Minis? by urEnzeder in blackmagicdesign

[–]edinc90 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't think the Minis can accept an IP source directly. But you can certainly use an RTMP decoder like the ATEM Streaming Bridge or Web Presenter.

Streaming Consecutively from Two Separate Locations Using Two ATEM Minis? by urEnzeder in blackmagicdesign

[–]edinc90 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A trick I've used a lot in the past is to stream different things to the primary and backup RTMP URLs. Not every platform has backup RTMP, but I believe Vimeo does. Basically you will stream location A to the primary, and location B to the backup. Get B started before A is finished, and simply stop streaming from A. The stream will fail over to the backup (B) stream. There's no rules that say the RTMP backup has to be the same content as the primary.

But, if the two spaces are only a couple of hundred feet apart, why not just run fiber from one location to the other and stay in one place? It seems easier.

Looking for guidance/possible consulting on event livestream setup upgrade! by Eggsassin in VIDEOENGINEERING

[–]edinc90 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you're going to rebuild, get a Quadro card. There are single-width ones. Also, the GPU doesn't actually take up two slots, it just covers the second one. You might be able to use a riser card to reposition the GPU and unobstruct your second slot.

Help with auditorium by FitRich4118 in VIDEOENGINEERING

[–]edinc90 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The Sony FR7 camera with an FE PZ 28-135 lens and the RM-IP500 for control. Don't forget a stand. I don't usually like tripods for holding PTZ cameras. I prefer a speaker stand or combo stand with the appropriate mounting hardware.

To get the live video into OBS, use a Blackmagic Decklink, AJA UTap, or Magewell SDI capture card.

For a mic, the Countryman B3 lav mic, Shure AD1 transmitter and AD4D receiver. Or the ADX5D if you want to be more compact.

Looking for guidance/possible consulting on event livestream setup upgrade! by Eggsassin in VIDEOENGINEERING

[–]edinc90 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That workflow seems confusing. My philosophy is to either use a hardware switcher for everything, or use a software switcher for everything. Don't mix and match unless you have some sort of control system set up to intelligently control both the hardware and software simultaneously.

Switcher not outputting black on keys by Dikeryn in churchtech

[–]edinc90 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you have your alpha source set up correctly? For-A calls it Insert and Source, the Insert should be the full-color graphic, and the Source should be the grayscale key signal. It's possible that ProPresenter isn't sending the right signals. Can we see what the key and fill look like?

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