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I just picked up the R-09 as non-TC backup when using RF links. What sample rate/frequency should I run the recorder at? Obviously, the highest quality would be best, but I would like to to find some middle ground so that I am not filling up 4-6 Gb of SD cards everyday. Does the quality affect the ability to sync it to video in post? And, has anyone tried the SDHC 4 GB cards with it yet? -Jason
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Hello, I just wrapped a show for sony, and I had a question with regard to the propper procedure for TC distribution. The requested setup: Jam a master Denecke sb2a from the Deva (free run) connect the Master sb2a to a passive distribution box (mult) send TC back to the deva (cont jam all) send TC to backup recorder (744T) jam the slate from the distro. jam consecutive sb2a's from the distro, attach them to cameras and send TC to an audio channel. As far as I understand it (please correct me if Im wrong here) so long as I use the same sb2a (master) to jam the slate and any other sb2a's I should be fine, right. What exactly does te distro achieve?? …
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Im doing an interview on Tuesday with a particularly high profile Hollywood A-Lister, who values his personal space, and likes a no-fuss scenario. My thoughts were to grab one of the cameraman's lightstands and use my boom mate, and just hang my 416 over the top. The interview will be static so it seems ideal. I am having thoughts of using a LDC cardiod mic instead of my 416, to counter any excess reverberant sound picked up from the accentuated rear lobes on the hypercardioid. Has anyone out there done this before? Should I just stick with the 416? Cheers, Jason
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Hi all, I'm currently using a combination of a Rycote Softie (which is fine for indoors and outdoors when there is a low wind), and a Rycote Modular windshield (for when there is a high amount of wind outdoors). I've been doing a shoot based in San Francisco, and as you are all probably aware, it can get very windy there, especially where this particular shoot is located. The problem I'm having is that we are often moving rapidly from indoors to outdoors, and while the solution seems to be to keep the modular on at all times, I'm finding the weight of the modular, and it's bulky footprint to be an issue. What Im searching for is a solution that is the same footpr…
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Hi, Just bought a Harley, and the noise of the bike isn't the major issue, it's the noise of the wind even at normal speeds. I used to wear a full-faced helmet years ago, so wasn't as much of an issue. I used regular ear plugs today, which was great, but I want something a little more secure and reusable. Any suggestions? I know the union sponsors ear molds once in a while, but I want to be able to hear somewhat too for safety. Thanks, Robert Sharman
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Hi All. I'm having a problem get an External hard drive to connect and record with my 744T. I'm using a LaCie Rugged 160gb hard drive. When connected, and Tested using 85) EXHDD: Test the responce is - Ext Warning Driver offline. The La Cie has been formatted to Fat32. The 744T is set to record to EXHDD and INHDD. Should this work? If so Help. Predrag
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The transport and heads on my DA88 have become unreliable--intermittent. The electronics and etc are all fine--1 owner, not used on location much etc. It doesn't make economic sense for me to pay what Tascam or etc wants to service a 16 bit machine, and the shipping for the thing would be expensive (having it packed, it's heavy etc). So it sits--in the way. So what should I do? Take it to the dump and pay the toxic waste fee as though it was a computer? Leave it out on the curb? No school etc wants to mess with a non-functioning machine... Philip Perkins
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I'm wondering if a Lectro UH-195 plug on xmtr would work with a UCR211 rcvr if the frequencies match? Thanks, Tom
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Hey All, On a job recently where I was using my sanken CUB-01, I decided to try using the little adhesive circles that come with the mic. Nothing would stick on this particular waxy surface, but the Nitto stuff held amazingly well! It also came right off without marring or leaving residue. I am wondering if anyone knows how to order more of this wonder-tape? I found the Nitto website, but they only seem to offer the no. 500 adhesive in rolls. It's just very convenient having it perfectly cut for the CUB-01. Thanks! Alex Altman Nashville, TN
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Hey all, Am building a new kit, based around an Alphamix, 2 x UCR411/UM400 and am looking at options for sound bags. I currently use a Wendt X5 in a portabrace sleeve, with the RM Deluxe multi wireless pouch, but am not satisfied with it as I am limited as to the amount of weight I can carry in the front pouch. I've looked at the PEGZ1 online, but my local distributor doesnt carry these in stock. I also came across the Kata Sundo bags, but again my local distributor only stocks portabrace. Does anyone have any experience with these bags they can share? I will be needing space to expand, add a couple more Lectro's at some point, and should also have a 744T. Any…
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I have had a glitch on my PD-4 in the past month. It's the first time it has done anything weird in the five years I've owned it, and with the fixability of these units slowly decaying, I'm wondering if there is a cause, or solution anyone is privy to? The problem is that I hit record, and nothing happens. This is after i've been rolling, and have powered down with the tape in. The solution has been to eject the tape, and put it back in, and everything works fine. The main annoyance with this is that I lose the A-Time count and PNO resets. My main concern is that there's an issue with the transport, and that's potentially a limited availability fix. Is this truly an ea…
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wow! I can't believe Mr. Farr hasn't posted this yet! http://broadcastengineering.com/audio/legislative-wireless-mic-protection/
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I was visiting PSC the other day, and talked to their engineer about plugging a small inverter into the Power Station. He says as long as it doesn't draw more than the maximum amperage of the Power Station, then it should be fine. I want to power my laptop, HD, and Fireface 800 with the Power Station/inverter rig. Anyone have any experience with this? A pure sine wave 400w inverter ought to do the trick. It will be the only thing plugged into the Power Station. Everything else on my cart runs 12v on PSC Cart Power and 33aH Pelican battery. Thanks, Robert Sharman
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Hello Everyone, Long time lurker, first time poster. Great forum! I am in the market to upgrade my Oktava MK012 to a Schoeps CMC641/MK41. I also have a SD442. My question is do I need to purchase the additional cut-1 filter for the Schoeps, or is the low cut filter on the SD442 good enough? Any other benefits? Most of my work consists of the boom on a c-stand, and it goes without saying; the poll doesn't move. Thanks, Steve Harnell 32thirteen.com
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Hi All I have been having some gremlins with my Sennheiser IEM 300 system, noise, interference etc, and was wondering if anyone has or is using a system that they would reccomend, I am looking at top end as I need to know that both Production and my Boom-Ops are getting the best signal and quality currently available. Kind Regards Brian
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I'm sure this has been covered to death but I can't find the specifics. Can I carry on my deva4 and lithium np1's on an international flight? TIA, LL
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I just noticed something that intrigued me. I had an Lectro SM transmitter sitting on my powerbook with the antenna hovering over the trackpad. While the xmtr was turned on, the trackpad would not work. Once I rotated the antenna away, (leaving the xmtr still resting on the powerbook) everything returned to normal. Just having the antenna placed within 2cm of the track pad effectively jammed it. I haven't tried this with any other computers or xmtrs, but I imagine it would have similar results. Anyone else ever experience this? Tom
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Has anyone demo'ed or used this headworn mic from Phonak? http://www.raycom.co.uk/provoco.html -Bob
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just got my 744t back from being updated to 2.10. i remember hearing/reading that one new feature with the version 2 software was that one can cancel recordings. looking at the SD site though, i couldn't find any specific literature that would explain how to do this (though i figured it out, just by messing around with key combinations) is there a new 744t manual out there that exists online that i can download and print? i tried looking on the SD website...but couldn't find anything. thanks -greg-
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Hi there, I am new to this group so let me say hello to all of you! I`m Matthias, Sound Mixer from Berlin/Germany, working in feature film and TV-movie mostly. And here is my first question to you guys: does anyone have a pdf file or a link to the manual of a cooper mixer CS208D? Not the CS 208V2 which is the newer version. On the website of cooper sound they just have a brochure and the V2 manual. And after working with (rented) AD Mixers and LM1 I finally made the step and purchased a 208 with ADDA and DiO option. It just needs to be transfered to Berlin - feel like Christmas now ... Regards, Matthias
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Has anyone tried the new (belt & pouch kit) ? let me explain, it is a one piece elastic band with a BUILT in pouch. they make one pack for the ankle one for the waist. (you can only use one or the other anyway) they are made for the um400 & sm tx's right now. very rugged yet firm and it holds the tx nicley. just put a bunch in rental. ( no, I don't own stock in the co. wish I did) the boom op who co owns the straps has a cool little anchor gadget that "drops" the tx down the wardrobe of your actor without "harrasing" the talent when wiring.
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Hi i got problem with my XL1394... I am using a external battery (14V) to power up the 744T, and it powerup fine... But when i attach my XL1394 in to read my external hard-disk, the LED on the 744T for external hard-disk keep blinking, and refuse to read my external hard-disk... I tried connecting my external hard-disk direct to the 744T, 744T read the Hard-disk well... Does anyone know, what is the cause of the XL1394 not allowing the 744T to read my external hard-disk? Thanks...
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I have decided to give up my DV824 for the Boom Recorder. I am looking at the Apogee Ensemble. Does anyone use this? Robert Sharman
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all this talk about buying a first recorder inspired me to ask you all your opinions on investing in a first wireless system. up until now, i have always rented. i usually get lectros, but have also rented audio limiteds and once or twice had to use sennheisers. i think on my next job i will try to rent zaxcoms and try those out. most dealers have told me that on a professional standard, lectros are really the best "bang for your buck." i will admit though, that my favorite sounding set-up that i've used was sonotrim mics with audio limited transmitters. but without getting into a discussion about mics themselves - can any of you shed any light as to your …
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Hi everyone, I'm thinking about getting into my first recorder. My main workload consists of only video work with, Beta SP, DIGI, XD, F900, SDX900, Varicam, and all of the other familiar video formats. I recently began working with a few new clients that may push me into the filmsound community, FINALLY !!. The market that I'm in is commercial work and lower budget feature work and I'm looking for a recorder that will mostly be used in the bag or the low budget bag on a cart gig. It seems that I have to take the financial leap of purchasing a recorder to get the work. It seems the best options are the 744T, 702T, Tascam HD-P2. Obviously the 744 is the best, but cost…
