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Video Production Kit Spokane Library
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INVENTORY: KIT CONTENTS & VALUES
Video Production Kits: (12 kits) Two Canon Vixia digital camcorders (value: $600.00 each)................................................$1,200.00 Accessories included with camcorder: Two camera power supply-battery chargers with detachable power cords Two instruction books Three computer discs Two mini remote controls for cameras Six video cables Two USB to mini-USB cables Two 3-way mini-plug to RWY plugs Two mini-USB to RGB plugs Two shotgun microphones (value: $170.00 each) ...................................................................$340.00 Accessories included with shotgun microphones: Two zipper bags Two shock mounts Two 9-volt batteries installed in microphones Two microphone cables (value: $10.99 each) .......................................................................... $21.98 One padded carrying case...................................................................................................................$125.00 Video Kit Total Replacement Value: $1686.98 Wireless Microphone Kits: (3 kits) Two Wireless microphone systems (value: $150.00 each).................................................. $300.00 One padded carrying bag................................................................................................................... .$15.00 Wireless Microphone Kit Replacement Value: $315.00
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Accessory Stand Packages: (12 bags) Two camera tripods...............................................................................................................................$119.90 One telescoping microphone boom stand….............................................................................…$97.00 One Microphone shock mount..........................................................................................................$49.00 One carrying bag.....................................................................................................................................$30.00 Total Accessory Stand Package Value: $295.90
CANON DIGITAL CAMCORDER Description
The canon digital camcorder is high-de�inition with touch screen controls and stereo sound. It can record to internal memory or an optional memory card, and the recordings may be edited using computer based editing programs provided in the kit. Digital audio is recorded with a built-in stereo microphone and an external microphone may be connected. It has a fully automatic mode with settings that may be adjusted using touch-screen controls. The view screen �lips out and rotates for easy viewing when recording and playback. It also has a touch-screen for changing settings and functions.
It has a built-in stereo microphone on the front of the camera records digital audio. An external microphone or wireless microphone system may be connected to the input jack, which will override the built-in microphone.
The camera may be hand-held or mounted on a tripod for steady image. For hand-held use, slide your hand into the hand strap on right side. Zoom lens controls located on top of the camcorder provide long shots or close-ups. It is speed-sensitive and can be zoomed slowly or quickly, as needed. SELECTOR SWITCH RECORD BUTTON STEREO MICROPHONE
POWER BUTTON
CAMERA JACK
Recording Video
1. Insert the power supply into the camera jack and fully charge before use. 2. Press the POWER button to turn on the camera. 3. Slide the selector switch to AUTOMATIC (camera icon) mode. Note: Select the M mode for manual adjustments to camera settings. See the Vixia user’s manual for more options and settings. 4. Press the RECORD button to start and stop recording. Note: A red indicator light appears on view screen during recording.
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TRIPOD For professional quality video shots, the following tripod features are provided:
Bubble Level: A small level is mounted on the tripod head, and the camera should be set level before recording.
Pedestal: Use crank to raise or lower the pedestal. The lever at top of neck locks at any height. Adjust the camera height so the subject's eyes or the horizon are about 1/3 from the top of the screen. Pan Lever: A large control lever swivels the camera left and right. To loosen, twist the lever left and then right to lock in place. Locking the knob at the base of neck locks it in position.
Vertical Tilt: A control lever tilts the camera up and down. The knob on right side may be loosened to adjust tilt and tightened in place when set at the needed tilt. Horizontal Tilt: The horizontal tilt knob tilts the camera head left or right. Loosen the locking knob on left and lift head to intended position. Tighten the knob to lock it in place. HORIZONTAL TILT KNOB
PAN LEVER
PEDESTAL BUBBLE LEVEL QUICK RELEASE LEVER VERTICAL TILT KNOB
LOCKING LEVERS
Extending the legs
1. Loosen the locking levers and extend the legs. 2. Adjust the leg height and tighten the locking levers. 3. Use the bubble level to ensure the tripod is level. 4. Turn the rubber feet clockwise to extend spikes for outdoor use.
Mounting the camera to tripod
RUBBER FEET
1. Turn the quick-release lever and remove the camera shoe from the tripod. 2. Attach the camera shoe to the camera and tighten with thumbscrew. 3. Insert the camera shoe with the camera facing forward back into the tripod and lock in place. Note: Ensure the camera is securely mounted to the tripod before using. 3
WIRELESS MICROPHONE KIT Description The Audio-Technica PRO 88w microphone picks-up sound and transmits the signal to the matching receiver using wireless radio waves. The receiver connects to the camcorder and plugs-in like a standard microphone. Wireless microphone kit contains the following pieces: Two lapel microphones with cables and tie-ups. Two wireless transmitters (channels A and B)* Two receivers with antennas (channels A and B)* Two connecting cables
Note: If using two wireless microphones at the same time, one wireless microphone should use channel A and the other should use channel B. ANTENNA
MICROPHONE CABLE RECIEVER
POWER BUTTON
WIRELESS TRANSMITTER
MICROPHONE
Using the wireless microphone with camcorder 1. Attach the microphone to clothing close to throat with the microphone pointing toward the mouth or larynx. 2. Attach the microphone cable to the wireless transmitter and hang the wireless transmitter from a belt or pocket. 3. Attach the antenna to the top of the matching receiver. 4. Attach the connecting cable from the receiver’s output jack to the camera’s microphone input jack. Note: The receiver may be clipped onto the camcorder's hand strap. 5. Turn ON the power button to the wireless transmitter and receiver when recording. Note: The transmitter and receiver are powered by 9-volt batteries. If either unit does not work, please replace the battery. 6. Turn OFF the power button to the wireless transmitter and receiver when not using to save battery power. 4
SHOTGUN MICROPHONE Description The Azden SGM-1X is a highly directional shotgun microphone with low noise and a wide, full-range frequency response. It picks up sound from directly where it is pointed and rejects ambient noise from the sides and rear. The microphone should be aimed directly at the subject being recorded. It may be handheld or mounted on a telescoping microphone boom or any standard microphone stand using the supplied shock mount.
The removable foam windscreen should be ON for outdoor use when using with a boom or in noisy places. It may be removed for quiet locations, indoor use, or when using a microphone stand. Low frequency roll-off switch is set to �lat position for full frequency. It is also set to bass roll-off position to eliminate low frequency rumble and noise from electronic equipment or ambient room noises. A shock mount is included to mount to a standard microphone stand or telescoping microphone boom. LOW FREQUENCY ROLL-OFF SWITCH ON-OFF SWITCH
SHOCK MOUNT
REMOVABLE FOAM WINDSCREEN
Using the Shotgun Microphone 1. Ensure one AAA battery is installed into each shotgun microphone. Note: If a replacement is needed, unscrew the lower end of the shotgun microphone to access the battery. 2. Connect the microphone to the camcorder. Note: The microphone cable connects the shotgun microphone and to the camera. This microphone and cable can also be used with a wireless transmitter to unplug from the camera. 3. Use the ON/OFF switch: a. Turn ON to record. b. Turn OFF when not in use to save battery power. 5
TELESCOPING MICROPHONE BOOM
SHOCK MOUNT ATTACHES HERE
SHOCK MOUNT MICROPHONE CABLE INUPUT
Using the Telescoping Microphone Boom
1. Attach the microphone cable to the rear of the boom, and secure it using the Velcro loops. 2. Attach the other end of the microphone cable to the input jack on the left side of the camera. 3. Insert the boom into the shock mount and suspend it between the black rubber O-rings. Note: If a small shock mount is already on the boom, remove it and store in boom bag for safekeeping. 4. Point the boom toward the subject being recorded. 5. Turn ON the boom switch when recording. 6. Turn OFF the boom switch when not using to save the battery. Note: Boom operators should stand quietly and just out of camera range so the boom does not show on the camera view�inder.
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Cables
MINI-USB TO USB
MINI-USB TO RGB
Mini-USB to USB
Connect camera (mini-USB) to computer input
Mini-USB to RGB
Connect camera to digital HD video or TV; red/green/blue
Mini-plug to RWY
Mini-plug from camera; red/white/yellow to TV
Remote Control
Mini-remote
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Control recording functions when camera is on tripod Operate playback functions when watching on a TV
MINI-PLUG TO RWY
COMPLETING THE VIDEO After you have used the camera to shoot your video, you can connect it to a computer and edit your footage. The included computer discs contain programs to upload and edit your footage with on-screen instructions on how to use the programs. Once completed, you can share your videos online and/or save them to recordable DVD discs.
Discs
Disc 1: Disc 2:
Disc 3:
Camera user guide with camera features and functions in .pdf �iles Video transfer to a computer: 1. Load disc 2. Connect camera to the PC using USB cable. 3. Follow onscreen instructions to upload the video to the PC. Video editing 1. Edit the video 2. Save video to a disc 3. Export video to the web
Note: The serial number from the camera is required to install the editing program. Editing facilities are also available through TINCAN and Spokane Public Library.
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