- 1. 3 monitor setup for laptop
- (Tips & Tricks)
- ... salvaged an older 25" monitor from a defunct editing system, slightly shy of full HD. By connecting the good monitor to my laptop HDMI port, and the other monitor to my VGA port -- I am able to set ...
- Created on August 22, 2015
- 2. Acad version of Pro Tools 10
- (Tips & Tricks)
- ... up to my system, the Pro Tools would not install. A Google search provided the solution: you need to download a program called ASIO4all . It is FREE shareware, so do not be hoodwinked into purchasing it ...
- Created on September 13, 2012
- 3. AES Meeting - Nov 26 Los Angeles
- (Upcoming Events)
- ... on FCC issues with wireless spectrum use, review current best practices for managing multiple wireless systems in daunting RF environments, and discuss some of Shure’s technology approaches for maximizing ...
- Created on November 17, 2013
- 4. Editors Lounge - Fri Sept 26, 2014
- (Upcoming Events)
- ... Service system that reserves bandwidth for high-priority activities such as real-time capture or playout and limits the bandwidth of low-priority activities, and much more. New features in EditShare Flow ...
- Created on September 17, 2014
- 5. Editors Lounge - Jan 31, 2014 Burbank C
- (Upcoming Events)
- ... as all systems in the FilmLight range, meaning that projects can be seamlessly transferred and shared between on-set, near-set and the grading suite simply and transparently, offering a powerful collaborative ...
- Created on January 16, 2014
- 6. Editors Lounge Meeting Friday June 29, 2
- (Upcoming Events)
- ... and managing video and CATV systems, Steve Holmes will help you achieve beautiful images with simple technical instruction. These two classes are a unique opportunity to beef up your professional skills ...
- Created on June 03, 2012
- 7. Editors Lounge Meeting Friday March 30,
- (Upcoming Events)
- ... Production, Bunim/Murray Productions — who now sells slightly used FCP systems out of his garage… Lucas Wilson: VP Sales & Marketing, CAMERON | PACE Group — who now wears 3D polarized glasses all day long, ...
- Created on March 01, 2012
- 8. Editors Lounge Meeting Friday Oct 26, 20
- (Upcoming Events)
- ... Hullfish Mark Raudoni Blackmagic Design Imagineer Systems RE:Vision Effec Steve Cohen Intelligent Assistance Red Giant Software eyeon Software Michael Kammes Tektronix FilmLight Debra ...
- Created on October 16, 2012
- 9. For week ending May 1, 2020
- (CSUN - CTVA 358)
- ... should learn both systems. I am very concerned that three students have not turned in ANYTHING to me in the way of the 4 assignments. Nor have they even contacted me. It is possible that they could be ...
- Created on April 30, 2020
- 10. For week ending Oct 12, 2018
- (CSUN - CTVA 358)
- ... ticketing agent makes an announcement over the PA system, which requires the non-passport passenger to report to the agent for a discussion (covered by a planted mic) while the student in foreground may ...
- Created on October 07, 2018
- 11. Free SYSTEMS CONTRACTOR NEWS magazine
- (Product Announcements)
- Hi FRED, I'd like to take a moment to thank you for reading Systems Contractor News and invite you to share the love! Simply forward this email (or link below) to your colleagues who can also benefit ...
- Created on July 18, 2015
- 12. Hiring: fulltime field producer/shooter
- (Job Postings / Internships)
- ... looking for someone to film a dynamic run n’ gun style on a Canon system—similar to our past travel stuff—think Huang’s World, Yes Theory, Anthony Bourdain, VagaBrothers (travel and lodging expenses paid) • We’ll ...
- Created on March 01, 2019
- 13. LAPPG mtg - Oct 9, 2013, Los Angeles
- (Upcoming Events)
- ... we will learn about the new ThunderBolt card that's an option to the Z820, Z620 and Z420 desktop workstations. These systems can now can take advantage of high-speed data transmission between Z Workstations, ...
- Created on October 01, 2013
- 14. LAPPG Mtg March 12, 2015 Los Angeles
- (Upcoming Events)
- ... done in large studios can now be done on your laptop or home office. Mary Poplin from Imagineer Systems shows you how to use the same planar tracking techniques used on movies like Casino Royale, Pirates ...
- Created on March 03, 2015
- 15. LAPPG mtg Sept 12, 2012 - Los Angeles
- (Upcoming Events)
- ... than other software, and how to integrate double-system audio and still images into your multicam editing. Plus, there will be plenty of time to get your questions answered. If editing multicamera projects ...
- Created on August 31, 2012
- 16. LAPPG upcoming events
- (Upcoming Events)
- ... the specific needs of a project. Where your lucky socks or bring you lucky rabbit's foot because we are giving away a Boris Continuum Complete at the end of the evening valued at $995! Imagineer Systems ...
- Created on December 04, 2012
- 17. Plural Eyes editing software
- (Product Announcements)
- The lousy thing about getting olde is that everything you think you know has changed! For as long as I can remember teaching it, dealing with multiple cameras with random start/stops; double-system audio; ...
- Created on August 30, 2011
- 18. Rock N Roller sound/video location cart
- (Product Announcements)
- ... the professional film and video industries for an affordable, lightweight, yet versatile equipment cart preconfigured with a 2-tier work shelf system for use as a sound cart, video cart, or DIT station. The ...
- Created on September 19, 2013
- 19. Samson announces a new website
- (Product Announcements)
- ... the world, as it easily translates into over 50 languages." # # # Samson Technologies began in 1980 designing wireless microphone systems. Today, we are a industry leader in both consumer and professional ...
- Created on September 07, 2011
- 20. Timecode issues with Arri Alexa
- (General Questions)
- Greetings Professor, I have a question about Timecode in the Alexa camera model. Here is what happened. Yesterday, we were having some issues matching the Timecode on the camera display to the slate ...
- Created on April 26, 2014
- 21. System 10 Wireless: First Look
- (News)
- Audio Technica recently released their new System 10 wireless system in a portable, camera-mount version. Here is Fred Ginsburg's personal review along with links to his video tests. Audio Technica ...
- Created on November 23, 2014
- 22. Multi-Media 2-Tier Shelf System
- (Products)
- ... gear from sliding off. Weight of the Multi-Media shelf system is 22 lbs. The Multi-Media shelf fits models R8, R10, and R12; and can be ordered as an Accessory for $99.95. It comes standard when ...
- Created on September 12, 2013
- 23. [PDF] Set-Up Guide for Integrating Conference System with PA System
- (Audio Techniques)
- This guide consists of set-up instructions on how to integrate a Bosch Conference/Meeting mic system with a Fender PD250 speaker system and Audio Technica wireless mics for small public meetings. File ...
- Created on August 15, 2011
- 24. Another useful skill... GPS navigation. Or how to be specific about where you are shooting when there are no simple road signs.
- (Production Advice)
- ... street addresses when there is nothing around but dirt roads and lots of nature! Your smartphone and car navi system will show you GPS coordinates (hit the COMPASS app on your phone), and if you punch ...
- Created on June 14, 2022
- 25. There is more to learning Filmmaking than filmmaking.
- (For Students)
- ... mixing career, I have utilized my skills to gain access to breaker/fuse panels, conference hall p.a. systems (either hidden within a wall panel or tucked away in a converted broom closet), or to re-gain ...
- Created on January 18, 2022
- 26. Immersive Presentation (on the cheap)
- (Sound Design)
- ... Screens are not 60 feet across, but more likely just several feet. Picture an 85-inch diagonal monitor, or a portable HD video projector on a typical portable roll-up screen. What is the sound system ...
- Created on August 16, 2021
- 27. Terms of Use
- (Legal)
- ... are specifically endorsed or approved by us. As a user of the Site, you agree not to: Systematically retrieve data or other content from the Site to create or compile, directly or indirectly, a collection, ...
- Created on July 23, 2020
- 28. Room Tone vs Background tracks
- (Sound Design)
- ... off; noisy lights & camera systems put to sleep; and impatient crew members darting off to attack craft services over at base camp. As the dust clears, the sound mixer will discover that the newly emptied ...
- Created on May 27, 2020
- 29. College Advising Season
- (For Students)
- ... shoot your computer tower or your company network when it goes on the fritz at two in the morning? You need to understand how a large, professional network works. What are all these drives and sub-systems? ...
- Created on February 11, 2020
- 30. Basic sound package for student productions
- (Production Planning)
- ... output). Make sure that you include all of the necessary input/output cables for your system. USB to connect recorder to fader controller; TA3-XLRf input cables; TA3-XLRm output cables; timecode out ...
- Created on March 22, 2019
- 31. Using your production recording tracks strategically
- (Recorders)
- ... tracks. In addition to being able to record sound “direct to video” -- it is pretty much the norm to also record simultaneously to a dedicated audio recorder (the process known as “double system sound”) ...
- Created on March 18, 2018
- 32. Calling for the roll aka “Turn ‘Em Over” (text)
- (Audio Techniques)
- ... or digital media that you turn in for dailies. ASST DIRECTOR: to sound mixer “Put us on a light and bell. Quiet on the set.” Light and Bell System is remote controlled at the soundcart, and activates ...
- Created on March 18, 2018
- 33. Fixing video engine failure in Pro Tools 12 running Win 10
- (News)
- ... In the QuickTime dropdown menu, select Avid DNxHD as the desired format (using the default low res video image; some systems may be okay with a higher res video). These newly created files appear to ...
- Created on January 28, 2018
- 34. TASCAM releases new firmware for HS-P82
- (Recorders)
- ... in any folder on the CF card. To install, just insert the card into slot one of the HS-P82, and make sure that slot one is SELECTED as the primary card in the CF Management menu. With they system powered ...
- Created on October 09, 2016
- 35. ProTools: Interface or Bus
- (Post Production)
- ... of hardware that is essentially outside of the Pro Tools system (computer), but is plugged in to the input or output of the software. For example, an input interface could be a mixing panel or a microphone ...
- Created on September 20, 2016
- 36. Mic Level vs Line Level
- (Recorders)
- ... device to device, and is based on the voltages used by early telephone systems. Without getting too technical, it represents approximately one volt (“0 V.U.” is actually a little less than one volt, since ...
- Created on April 09, 2016
- 37. Pro Tools version 12.4 - Warning
- (News)
- ... full system restore to 48 hours prior to the 12.4 install. It took a long time, but when the computer finally came back online -- I found the older AVID HD Driver 12.3 was in place, along with my older ...
- Created on January 23, 2016
- 38. Updating to Pro Tools 12: Jumping Thru Hoops
- (Post Production)
- ... or online. They sell for around $50. A lot of other software programs also use the iLok system, so it is a good investment. With an iLok, you can install copies of the software onto as many physical computers ...
- Created on December 03, 2015
- 39. Fred Ginsburg back from NAB 2015
- (Workshops)
- ... about shotguns, lavs, System 10 wireless, and production sound in general. They loved that my soundcart was fully functional and that they could play with the booms, or see how we do attenuated dual mono ...
- Created on April 19, 2015
- 40. Fred Ginsburg at NAB 2015
- (Workshops)
- ... 4073 short shotgun, 4051 cardioid low echo shotgun, 897 ENG shotgun; 4001/4002 interview dynamic handhelds; 899, 898, 803,896. 830 lavs; some M-S stereos; System 10 wireless; and whatever else suits our ...
- Created on April 01, 2015
- 41. Audio Metering: An Introduction
- (Recorders)
- ... The venerable Nagra reel to reel tape recorders were renowned for their highly reliable metering system, which used state of the art modulometers to determine audio levels. On the Nagra, peak audio levels ...
- Created on March 05, 2015
- 42. Basic Equipment Package
- (Production Planning)
- ... System 10 radio mics from Audio Technica are surprisingly very good and perform excellently in venues that pose high radio frequency interference problems. The actual lavalier capsule that you mate with ...
- Created on February 02, 2015
- 43. Izotope RX4 playback in Pro Tools
- (Post Production)
- ... on my two systems: a PC desktop running Win 7 64bit and my PC laptop running Win 8.1 64bit. Both stand alone programs worked just fine by themselves, so long as it was the only program open. But if I ...
- Created on January 13, 2015
- 44. AVID Workflows for Digital Cinema Cameras
- (Post Production)
- AVID has released their white paper entitled AVID (Media Composer) Workflows for Digital Cinema Cameras. FilmTVsound.com considers this to be a "must read" document for every picture & sound editor. So ...
- Created on September 17, 2014
- 45. Painter Pole Audio Adapter
- (Fred's Blog )
- ... pole for use with pro audio equipment. Now, for under $20 retail, you can buy an adapter system specifically suited for that purpose. Printed below is their product announcement. Please note that FilmTVsound.com ...
- Created on September 15, 2014
- 46. No time for playback
- (Fred's Blog )
- ... -- but we will save that gripe for a future blog. So, on most of the senior or thesis level productions, it is the norm to utilize double system recording techniques. That is, to record the production ...
- Created on March 19, 2014
- 47. Importing Zoom Q4 files for editing
- (Recorders)
- ... older Premiere platforms. They want us all to move up to their new monthly subsciption program if we want to remain current. That works for professional editors who are on their systems continuously, but ...
- Created on March 09, 2014
- 48. Pro Tools 11 upgrade
- (Fred's Blog )
- ... Since I got my PT 10 from Sweetwater, they had all the info in their system. After you purchase the upgrade, you need to install iLock Manager onto your computer. Then, you follow the instructions that ...
- Created on January 16, 2014
- 49. VIDEO: What is Timecode?
- (Recorders)
- Our friends at Sound Devices have produced a very informative,short, 5 minute video in which they introduce and explain the basics of timecode for double system film & video production. The video can be ...
- Created on October 23, 2013
- 50. Timecode Threads
- (Fred's Blog )
- ... in the field, we (used to) record at a faster rate of 48.048, but faux stamp the metadata as 48.00. That way, if an edit system played our files back at 48.00 -- in essence the system was converting the ...
- Created on October 03, 2013
- 51. Rock N Roller® names Fred Ginsburg CAS as new Manufacturer’s Rep
- (Other Accessories)
- ... Representative for the Film and Video Production industries. Dr. Ginsburg worked with Rock N Roller® founder and president Gary Dahl to develop a factory produced 2-tier workshelf system to mate with ...
- Created on September 18, 2013
- 52. Dealer Resources
- (RnR Multi-Cart)
- ... Application for New Dealers Comparison of Rock N Roller Multi-cart systems Karau Products Boom Apron dealer sheet (shows list price, with mfr and Mfr Rep contact information) Boom Apron Accessory ...
- Created on September 12, 2013
- 53. Rock N Roller® names Fred Ginsburg CAS as new Manufacturer’s Rep
- (Press Releases)
- ... with Rock N Roller® founder and president Gary Dahl to develop a factory produced 2-tier workshelf system to mate with their legendary R12RT all-terrain equipment cart. This new cart configuration, dubbed ...
- Created on September 12, 2013
- 54. Rock N Roller® introduces new Multi-Media Production Cart®
- (Press Releases)
- ... needs of the professional film and video industries for an affordable, lightweight, yet versatile equipment cart preconfigured with a 2-tier workshelf system for use as a sound cart, video cart, or DIT ...
- Created on September 12, 2013
- 55. Rock N Roller Multi-media Production Cart
- (Other Accessories)
- ... has combined the most requested features into a single, convenient cart package that includes our new 2-tier multi-media shelf system with the R12 all-terrain frame. The Multi-Media 2-tier Workstation ...
- Created on September 12, 2013
- 56. About the RnR Multi-Cart
- (Articles)
- ... has combined the most requested features into a single, convenient cart package that includes our new 2-tier multi-media shelf system with the R12 all-terrain frame. The Multi-Media 2-tier Workstation ...
- Created on September 12, 2013
- 57. Rock N Roller Multi-Media Production Cart
- (Products)
- ... all-terrain R12RT basic cart and the new Multi-media 2-tier shelf system Inspired and Designed with input from award winning professional sound mixers Fred Ginsburg CAS, Robert Bigelow CAS, and Steve ...
- Created on September 12, 2013
- 58. DaVinci Resolve Lite software
- (Post Production)
- ... grading system. "When you’re in a room full of demanding clients with conflicting ideas, colorists know that only DaVinci has the quality, real time performance, creative features and powerful control ...
- Created on September 02, 2013
- 59. TASCAM DR60 4-track recorder
- (Recorders)
- ... to whatever suits your needs. You can select to mixdown the tracks, or to monitor selectively, or to listen to the audio return from the camera. To assist in syncing the double system audio of the ...
- Created on July 29, 2013
- 60. Review of Shotgun Mics for Film & Video
- (Shotgun)
- ... 48v capsule system (cardioid head). Very mellow, smooth response literally reduces audible echo. Very low handling noise; great to use on a boompole. Built-in low cut filter. Ideal for tight 2-shots. Moderate ...
- Created on May 22, 2013
- 61. Sync Playback: revisited
- (Audio Techniques)
- ... is played back on the set via a loudspeaker system. Note that the song can be played in its entirety, or only a selected portion (along with several seconds of lead-in). Simultaneously, the pre-recorded ...
- Created on April 11, 2013
- 62. DCP (digital cinema package)
- (Post Production)
- ... digitally and finished on an Avid or Final Cut Pro (or any nonlinear editing system), you'll need to do a "filmout"-- the process of converting your digital files into a film print. The cost for a feature ...
- Created on March 02, 2013
- 63. Zoom H4n, PMD660, Mackie 1402
- (Fred's Blog )
- I have added several new Powerpoint presentations to our site. They can be accessed from the pull-down tab at the top of the homepage: College Classes>Learning Materials>Presentations; or from the Presentations ...
- Created on March 02, 2013
- 64. Marantz PMD660 Guide
- (Location Sound Recording)
- A brief presentation outlining the basic operation and use of the Marantz PMD660 2-track recorder. A very popular unit well suited for double system sound recording for film and video applications. ...
- Created on February 28, 2013
- 65. Location Sound Bible by Ric Viers
- (Book Reviews)
- ... guide to recording dialog on location. Topics include audio basics, microphone selection, wireless systems, recording and mixing techniques and the Ten Location Sound Commandments, but it’s more than just ...
- Created on January 20, 2013
- 66. Syllabus
- (CTVA 250)
- ... editing privilege. At a minimum editing space can be reserved (4) four hours at a time, twice a week. Reservation is handled by signing up on the sheets next to the systems or posted on the doors. The ...
- Created on January 16, 2013
- 67. Syllabus
- (CTVA 230)
- ... (computer hardware issues) for students is available at the Oviatt Library; but that CTVA Engineering only deals with CTVA editing systems and not personal machines. FEES: Subscription to the online ...
- Created on January 16, 2013
- 68. Elmers Guide to Motion Picture Sound Formats
- (Post Production)
- ... was a very early audio system used for movies released by Warner Brothers and its sister studio First National from 1926 to 1931.The audio was not printed on the film itself, but came from a phonograph ...
- Created on January 08, 2013
- 69. Advice for First Feature Indie
- (Fred's Blog )
- ... with the audio from the Zoom, you can use Plural Eyes software, which is available for most editing systems. They even make a generic version for the misc editing programs, although if you are talking ...
- Created on November 14, 2012
- 70. Baw Baw National Park
- (Search - Web Links / Park Links)
- Park of the Austalian Alps National Parks system, Baw Baw features sub alpine vegetation, beautiful views, and opportunities for hiking, skiing and other outdoor activities.
- Created on July 10, 2010
- 71. Editing Systems
- (Phoca Download / Editing Systems)
- Created on August 28, 2011
- 72. Rock N Roller Mult-Cart: Rock N Roller Product Comparision Chart
- (Phoca Download / Rock N Roller Product Comparision Chart)
- Rock N Roller Product Comparision Chart
- Created on September 16, 2013
- 73. Filmmaking: The Film System
- (Phoca Download / The Film System)
- The Film System
- Created on January 29, 2013
- 74. Fender: Set-Up Guide for Integrating Conference System with PA System
- (Phoca Download / Set-Up Guide for Integrating Conference System with PA System)
- Set-Up Guide for Integrating Conference System with PA System: set-up instructions on how to integrate a Bosch Conference/Meeting mic system with a Fender PD250 speaker system and Audio Technica wireless ...
- Created on August 26, 2011
- 75. RED: RED One Camcorder
- (Phoca Download / RED One Camcorder)
- RED One Camcorder: Modular, extremely versatile digital camera system
- Created on August 21, 2011
- 76. Fender: Passport P250
- (Phoca Download / Passport P250)
- Passport P250: 250w Portable Speaker System
- Created on August 19, 2011
- 77. Fender: Passport 150
- (Phoca Download / Passport 150)
- Passport 150: 150w Portable Speaker System
- Created on August 19, 2011