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 Lens - Tripod Head


NTSC DVCPRO & DVCPRO 50
Project Television has the Panasonic AJ-D90 recording back dockable
with our SONY head.
Your choice has just got better!
NTSC BETACAM SP kit
1. SONY DXC-637 (2/3-inch 3-CCD ) Dockable Camera
SONY DXC 637
The predecessor to today's DXC-D35 camera, the DXC-637 (shown left with PVV-3 recorder and Fujinon 19x 8.7 BERM lens on Miller 30 Series II head) offers outstanding resolution of 800 horizontal lines, superb S/N ratio of 63dB and high sensitivity of F8.0. It also incorporates advanced features like Dual Pixel Readout (DPR), DCC+, Clean Detail, Hyper Gain and Digital Image Enhancement.
Along with it's superb picture quality, the DXC-637 also provides maximum system versatility. It can be used in a stand-alone configuration, as part of a field or studio system or interfaced with specialized peripherals for applications like teleconferencing and image capture. When docked to the Sony PVV-3 or DSR-1 dockable recorders the camera becomes a compact, well-designed Betacam SP or digital camcorder, achieving a perfect operational balance.
The DXC-637 also has a host of operating conveniences. Functions like EZ Focus and EZ Mode, Auto Tracing White Balance, Three-mode Auto Iris and an advanced menu all ensure quick and easy operation.
With superb quality, excellent mobility and ease-of-use, the DXC-637 easily meets the critical demands of today's video production requirements.
Extremely versatile, the DXC-637 is equally suited for field or studio applications. It's modular design allows you to configure the camera with system components appropriate for every situation. Equipped with a 50-pin connector, the DXC-637 docks to the PVV-3 to form a highly portable Betacam SP camcorder.
FEATURES
Highest Quality Pictures
  • Three 2/3"Interline Transfer (IT) Hyper HAD CCD sensors deliver stunning resolution of 800 horizontal lines, superb S/N ratio of 63dB and high sensitivity of F8.0 at 2000 lux. Improved electronics with excellent frequency response and advanced video processing circuitry also contribute to outstanding picture quality.
  • The HAD (Hole Accumulated Diode) sensor structure of the Hyper HAD CCD plus the use of an OCL (On-Chip-Lens) layer eliminate vertical smear when shooting very bright objects.
  • EVS (Enhanced Vertical Definition System) provides a remarkable vertical resolution of 450 lines. When combined with the DXC-637's high horizontal resolution, EVS ensures incredibly clear and crisp pictures.
"EZ"Functions
  • EZ Mode-one button instantly sets up the camera, ensuring that the DXC-637 is ready to capture any action. Especially ideal when you have to shoot immediately and there is no time to check the camera's settings. With EZ mode on, main functions like Auto Iris, Auto Tracing White Balance, M.Pedestal, Detail Level Hyper Gain, DCC and Matrix are instantly set to their auto or standard positions. In addition you can customize the values of control items like Matrix mode ,Shutter, Detail Level and Gain for the EZ mode.
  • EZ Focus Mode- facilitates simple yet accurate focusing during shooting. By pushing the EZ focus button, the iris is automatically opened and the shutter adjusts to obtain the correct light level. This function is based on the optical principle that focus can be more easily adjusted when the depth of field is reduced by fully opening the iris.
  • ATW (Auto Tracing White Balance) function senses any change in lighting and automatically adjusts white balance accordingly. Ideal when shooting in fast changing lighting conditions (moving from indoor to an outdoor location).
  • Three-mode auto iris system - provides an appropriate luminance level in every situation:

  • --Standard (STD) mode is used for ordinary shooting situations.
    --High Saturation (H.sat) mode increases color saturation when more colorful pictures are required.
    --Fluorescent Light (FL) mode improves skin tones when shooting under fluorescent light as it accurately corrects for the usual greenish cast.
Processing Technology
  • Clean Detail circuit eliminates "jaggies". These are the jagged, unnatural diagonal edges which appear on highly contrasted objects. Clean Detail limits the detail signal to an appropriate level, allowing you to add any amount of detail signal for more natural edge correction.
  • DPR (Dual Pixel Readout) is a unique technology that combines the luminance output of two adjacent pixels. With DPR, the light sensitivity is doubled (equivalent to +6dB gain-up) without an increase in noise. This is unlike conventional cameras where the use of electronic gain-up in low light conditions amplifies noise as well as the video signal. DPR can be used in combination with gain up modes of +18dB, +24dB or +30dB for video level equivalents of +24dB, +30dB or +36dB while suppressing the noise level.
  • Hyper Gain system boosts gain-up to +30dB. Combined with DPR you have an equivalent to +36dB gain, with a much lower noise level then would normally accompany this much gain. You just flick a switch to use Hyper Gain so you'll never lose a shooting opportunity, even in low light situations down to 1 lux.
  • Digital Enhancement function radically reduces aliasing and spurious modulation providing a stable picture. Aliasing (also known as moire') occurs when the subject is wearing a fine mesh pattern . Spurious modulation or "ghosting" is duplicate or triplicate images of a bright subject when shot in dark surroundings.
  • DCC+ (Dynamic Contrast Control +) provides clear pictures even in a high contrast environment. By compressing the highlight signal it prevents white breakup when shooting high intensity subjects. The DXC-637 has two DCC modes:

  • -- Conventional DCC mode extends the dynamic range up to 600%.
    -- In DCC+ mode, even chrominance holds up under highlight compression, further preventing color faults in high intensity subjects.
DXF-601 Viewfinder
Supplied with the DXC-637L is the DXF-601 1.5-inch viewfinder. The DXF-601 displays numerous operating status indicators and menu-control capabilities as well as the highest quality images. Built with a diecast aluminum body, the DXF-601 is ruggedly constructed but designed to be extremely user-friendly. Special attention was paid to the ergonomics of this viewfinder to ensure that it is easy and comfortable to operate.
DXF-601 FEATURES
  • Viewfinder's position can be horizontally adjusted to accommodate preferences.The large diameter eye cup eases eye strain and simplifies focusing.
  • A wide range of diopter adjustments (-3 to 0) is provided to compensate for differences in eye sight.
  • External Record tally lamp is positioned where it can be easily checked during shooting.
  • One second after power is turned on, the viewfinder is ready for operation.
  • Displays recording duration in two ways (selectable from the camera): TTL (Total) mode--accumulated shooting time from the start of the tape. This is stored in memory, even if power is turned off. DUR (Duration) mode--the recorded time for the current shot is individually displayed.
  • Internal indication lamps for Battery, Record/Tally, Shutter and Gain Up are situated close to the viewfinder for easy viewing.
  • Provides 600 lines of horizontal resolution. This is achieved by combining a VF Super Detail circuit built into the DXC-637 with phase-corrected peaking circuitry located in the viewfinder itself. The VF Super Detail circuit adds a vertical detail signal to the viewfinder's video signal making it easier to achieve precise focus. The phase-corrected peaking circuit meanwhile increases horizontal detail in the viewfinder signal, balancing level and phase. There is also fine adjustment control of the peaking level.
  • Displays a safety zone and center marker to accurately frame objects as they are seen on monitors. The safety zone can indicate either 80% or 90% of the viewfinder frame. You have a choice of safety zone only, safety zone with center marker or both off.
  • Offers two level settings of the zebra pattern: 70% or 100%. At the lower setting, the stripes appear at 70% of video level which is great for achieving correct exposure of flesh tones. At the 100% setting, the stripes appear at peak white level.
  • Always confirms when Auto White Balance is completed along with the color temperature.
  • Displays whether or not a connected microphone is working. A musical icon appears when an appropriate level of sound is received via the mic input.
  • Automatically displays when the battery voltage goes under 11 volts.
In addition to the conventional menu screen, the DXC-637 has an advanced menu screen which gives you enhanced control of the camera functions. You can change the initial settings according to your particular need.
OPERATING CONVENIENCES
  • Clear Scan function enables recording of computer monitors without the usual horizontal bands and flickering. This is done by precisely selecting a shutter speed to match the scanning frequency or the computer dis;lay. Shutter speeds range from 60.4 Hz to 200.3Hz and are selectable in 183 increments.
  • The DXC-637 has a SMPTE color bar generator as well as an audio signal generator that supplies a 1kHz audio reference signal at the same time as a color bar signal.
  • The position of the DXC-637's shoulder pad is adjustable forward or backward to provide a comfortable, well-balanced camera docked with a VCR or a camera adapter.
  • You can superimpose the date and time on the video signal when the clock switch is on.
  • There is a wide selection of precise gain values available: -3dB, 0dB, +3dB, +6dB, +9dB, +12dB, +18dB and +24 dB. The programmable gain mode allows any three of these values to be assigned to the three position LOW/MID/HIGH switch, thus making the camera ready for any shooting situation.
  • Equipped with a unique monitor output. Via an RCA connector you can check shooting conditions by displaying a color picture on an external monitor and with all the operating status indicators as well. This is in addition to the image displayed in the viewfinder.
Additional Features:
  • Built-in character generator lets you create a title of up to four lines with twelve characters each.
  • Dual white balance memories for each of the 4 filter wheel positions.
  • High-pass filter in the microphone circuit reduces wind noise.
  • Flare compensation circuit prevents graying or color casts in dark portions of the picture when shooting a bright subject.
(information quoted  from B&H Photo-Video.)

FUJINON LENS
ASPHERIC TECHNOLOGY(AT)=Improved Contrast and Resolution
Fujinon's introduction of Aspheric Technology (AT) to ENG lenses has dramatically improved overall performance while offering a reduction in size and weight over previous designs. Aspheric Technology, reduced M.O.D., inner focus and the exclusive "V" grip provide the performance and flexibility demanded by today's professional videographer.
 
SPECIFICATIONS
A19x8.7 ERM
FOCAL LENGTH
87-165mm
(1x)8.7-165mm
(2x)17.4-330mm

ZOOM RATIO
19x
EXTENDER
2x
MAXIMUM RELATIVE APERTURE
1:1.8(8.7-114mm)
1:2.6(165mm)

MINIMUM OBJECT DISTANCE 
(M.O.D.)

0.9m
OBJECT DIMENSIONS AT M.O.D.
8.7mm 862x647mm
165mm 45x34mm

ANGULAR FIELD OF VIEW
8.7mm 53°39'x41°33'
165mm 3°03'x2°17'

MACRO
YES
FILTER THREAD
M82x0.75
LENGTH
200.3mm
MASS
(WITHOUT LENS HOOD)

1.45kg
OPERATING SYSTEM
ERM




MEMO
INNER FOCUS
(information quoted from Fujinon)

MILLER 30 Series II
The 30 Series II Fluid Head has become the 'head of choice' for the world's leading ENG operators using the CCD camcorders or dockable cameras. The 30 Series II is purpose-built to handle the most extreme physical and climatic conditions found in location news gathering.
The quick release camera platform is integrated with a 60mm sliding platform for fine-tune balancing.
Drag control is adjustable in 3 ranges with additional neutral (free wheel) settings. The 30 Series II incorporates fully variable counterbalancing with a simple switch-in adjustment. There are four settings to enable offset payloads to be balanced throughout the tilt range.
Ohter features include positive tilt and pan locks, bubble level and non-wearing handle carriers.
(information gathered from Miller)
BATTERY KIT
IDX NP-23dx with power indicator and ASPEN Platinum Series NHP-50 NiMH Batteries
IDX DELTA 4 charger / discharger (upgraded with the new 4b board).
 

PACKED and ready to go:
Shooters kit packedNTSC Betacam SP, tripod & head, lights and softbox, audio kit, Trinitron field monitor, battery kit.
 
 






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A little note Down-Under!
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