Derek H

I think you mean AES digital?

Download the tones off the website, turn them into mp3 format, label the id3 tags song title to the tone function, artist and album to lectro dweedle tones or some such (lectrosonics greatest hits perhaps?) And just play them with itunes our any other player app. That would do it no? You wouldn't be able to change freqs practically but it would work for the basics.

Hey actualsize, You're probably aware of this but that part is actually a cable mount connector. The OP was looking for a right angled ssma adapter (an elbow). Though if you feel like making your own cable and have rg-316 on hand, go for it!

Keep in mind you will likely need the very latest IFB option firmware installed to be able to enable auto-load of TC (REC RUN). I believe this is 136.

I was wondering the same thing after I had one of the RG-316 (?) cables fail at the SSMA connector and leave me without hops one day.. (my bad for failing to have a backup cable or even antenna with an SSMA connector on hand) The right angle does provide better strain relief. I found them here, where I also ordered a shorter cable since I don't mount the FDP on my shoulder. http://www.fairviewmicrowave.com/ssma_ssmb_ssmc_adapters.htm Small company in Texas They are expensive as hell, almost $50 By the way, I really hate the SSMA connector.

Is joes skin safe?

Jp, worth a try: Rycote stickies with a furry facing the chest under the shirt. I recently used this method (learned here most likely) to solve a nasty chest hair issue where all other methods failed.

Thank you, Rich! I had a feeling there was.

Noni, Have you been able to compare the sound of the 4071 to the 406X series of mics? I'm curious if you find the frequency response curve of the 4071 to be better for location work than the 406X? (natural hpf and vocal range boost). Also, I see that the 4071 needs 5v from the transmitter so no zax transmitters with this mic?

...what Jack said. Like I was, I assume p-did is hoping that he can output both return audio and TC to his 552. Unfortunately, this is not the case. Also, this is not very clear in the wireless user guide. Even after reading and re-reading I still thought that outputting both would be possible. I even made up a cable that would put out TC and audio into the 552. Didn't work. Maybe simultaneous TC & IFB audio output could be a feature of the upcoming digital STA adapter? Maybe it could reduce RF spray as well?? (high hopes!)

I decided to connect the connector shell and the cable shield because for my use most grounds are "floating" in that my rig is powered via a battery and its pretty rare that I would need to connect two systems that have a different ground potential (ie: two systems plugged into mains AC that are separated by some physical space). Also, most of the gear I use is of modern design and not as likely to create a ground loop. Also, I've emailed both PSC and Sound Devices regarding this and they both recommended connecting pin1 and the shell. To me, it just makes sense. That said I've never encountered a problem that was solved by disconnecting the shell.

Can I ask why most of you seem to prefer the full Rycote kit to the more compact BBG system for the 50?

I always do but this is also a hotly contested practice..

I am but already booked, will pm you.

The rode pin mic maybe?

Keep in mind that it could take you quite awhile to collect all the tools, strippers, heat shrink, flex wrap, various size and types of cable stock, myriad of connectors, resistors for pads, heat gun, soldering iron, iron tips, measuring instruments, etc.... It ends up being a lot of materials. Not that it isn't worth it because it is great to be able to wire up a custom cable the night before you need it and not worry about having to order it from a vendor on short notice and wait for delivery etc.. That said I wish there were a better parts supplier in my area because I still run into the situation where I don't have a seven pin xlr or some nonstandard part, I still have to order it from mouser or the like. Anyway have fun!

Agreed, they really are worthless..

Dfw, Nice review, I'm curious if you attempted to tweak the power output or channel selection of the starlinx? I realize that camera dept may get nervous about this but I've found that often those video transmiters are goosed up to some ridiculous output levels.. Often for no good reason. I would agree that pdf output is crucial, as is output routing. "producer" mode would be interesting.. If they could also figure out a way to send audio over it all the better.

Good question solid, I've been looking for the same thing. switchcraft doesn't seem to make one.. Maybe a chinese version molded on a cable..? If no avail then I've been wondering if the panel mount version would fit in a 1/4 in connector body. Let me know if you find anything

The BEC holder mounts onto the IDX NP1 box using the offset screw pattern (with the teardrop shaped holes) and the NP1 box is bolted to that aluminum cheese-plate which mounts to that black bar on the left side of the rig. The whole thing is suspended by that black bar and those two hex-wrench bolts. The shoulder rig is made of components from Berkey System. Though I believe the foam pad is from Zacuto. Another nice feature of how that particular DP chose to rig the thing is that it can be mounted on a tripod without having to remove the shoulder rig. The NP1 is there just to power the QRX... Which is surely overkill for a 4-500mA device but the upside is that I don't have to even think about when the hops might need a battery change, it helps the camera op balance the, otherwise lightweight, camera, and I'm not using up expendables. I already have the extra NP batts so might as well put them to use. I'm working on a smaller sized battery system (homebrew) to power the QRX to reduce the overall bulk but so far this is a system that works very well for me. I'll try to get a few more pics up..

I wasn't really satisfied with the holder that Zaxcom sells for the QRX (though it looks very nice, maintains the brushed aluminium look) so I had the BEC group build me one. Mainly I wanted a box that would be compatible with all my other BEC parts and the Zax part doesn't have the right (any) mounting holes and thus is not very modular. The attached pic is of the new holder in action this morning at Rahm Emanuel's inauguration ceremony. (the new mayor of Chi-town!) Link to full res It's not displayed on their website yet but if interested I would give them a call or email. http://www.thebecgroup.com/

Yes, this is what I was wondering about. As an ENG mixer I'd likely use the unit without internal batteries so that switch-off on my DC distro really means OFF. It for sure would be a pain, for me at least, to unzip the side of the Petrol, undo the drawstring, wriggle my hand through all the cables that are jumbled around in there and find the switch. The rare occasion where the battery dies mid-take would have to be avoided by being mindful of battery capacity and change out batts when you have a minute of downtime. Besides, I don't keep backup batteries in other gear in the bag (receivers, transmitters, etc) so loss of the NP1 would likely be a total loss anyway. The camera is in the same boat so not too big of a deal if you ask me. ...as long as "pulling the plug" has no adverse effects on the Nomad software I think it's all good.

I don't see that it would be a problem. Better on the front, panel but not a deal breaker. I assume snapping off the power while in record wouldn't be ideal (though not a total loss due to the MARF format supposedly) but does cutting power while the unit is switched on have any adverse effects in general? (assume no internal batts present) For example, with most computers it's better to shutdown properly rather than yank the power cord out, would the same apply?

Scott, do you know if the compatibility modes will allow you to tune in an sk50? If so, is it mode 3 or 6? I tried in mode 6 but you can only tune even-numbered frequencies. I didn't have time to experiment more at the time..

I inquired about this in September 2010 and they told me that they were thinking of making a digital STA adapter and that if so it would be announced or revealed around NAB... So I'm guessing that its on the back burner if anything.