 Many ProVideo Coalition readers may recall my article called Untapped features in Sony NXCAM’s new HDMI output from June 2011. At that point, I surveyed several external HD video recorder manufacturers as to their plans to support the multiple new NXCAM features. (This of course includes the FS100 which Adam Wilt just reviewed, along with other NXCAMs from Sony.)
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 As the move by many towards use of the DSLR for video, practical monitoring of the imaging becomes necessary as reliance upon a DSLR's own LCD screen is not always workable.
With that in mind, Marshall Monitors has introduced their V-LCD50 HDMI 5" monitor for the DSLR user which features an 800 x 480 pixel display
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 Matrox MC-100, a dual SDI to HDMI mini converter that supports a wide range of display resolutions through 3G, Dual Link, HD, and SD-SDI will be introduced at IBC2011 on September 8. This single portable unit can be used as an HD-SDI switcher, a distribution amplifier, a multiplexer, and a 3D processing unit, making it the most versatile mini converter on the market
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 Last week, I was fortunate enough to receive a visit from my good friends over at Marshall Electronics. They stopped by the studio to let me try out the brand new monitors they have been developing for greater ease of use with HDDSRL camera systems – The V-LCD56MD 5.6?, V-LCD70MD 7?, and V-LCD90MD 9? (pictured above). These monitors are going to be of great interest to HDDSLR users because of the combination of features they offer – some new and some we have seen on other Marshall products – bu
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 So, you've got your favorite DSLR ready to go out and shoot your next feature, but you need to get the display up to a more manageable size and in a position better suited to your shooting style. Among the plethora of available options, be sure to check out Marshall Electronics' V-LCD50-HDMI 5" professional camera-top LCD monitor.
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 In a recent poll about HDSLRs, planet5D readers answered this question: “What are your top 3 needs for the next pro level HDSLR?” – we offered selections like 4k video, autofocus in video, reduced jello, HDMI out, RAW video and more. The poll recently closed, but I believe you’ll be surprised at the results – we sure were!
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 The introduction of the Matrox MX02 Mini actually makes a little bit of video history: It’s the first third-party hardware option Avid deemed worthy of being allowed into the exclusive club with Media Composer. Matrox is well-known for its quality and value, so the partnership with Avid bodes well for both companies.
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 Meet the fastest, most powerful editing tool available. With Media Composer 5 software, you can work with more formats and in more ways than ever before, and speed through common media barriers to get right to what really matters — telling a great story.
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 The following FAQ was put together jointly by Avid and Matrox. Special thanks to Marianna from Avid and Wayne from Matrox on this excellent document.
Q: What is the new monitoring solution Avid has approved with the release of Avid Media Composer v5?
A: Avid has partnered with Matrox to support the Matrox MXO2 Mini as a solution for program monitoring only. This cost-effective solution provides customers of software only versions of Avid Media Composer v5 (Windows and Mac)with the exte
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 Regardless of what tapeless formats you shoot on (P2, XDCAM, AVCHD, DSLR or H.264): what platform you use (PC or Mac, Workstation or Laptop) what NLE you edit with (Apple Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere Pro or Avid Media Composer) the MXO2 Mini is the perfect HD monitoring solution for you. No other hardware is as powerful, flexible, portable or affordable.
With the Matrox MXO2 Mini you can monitor your timeline in full HD resolution on a flat screen HDTV via HDMI or component video. Matrox's
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 The Matrox MXO2 Mini is definitely a solid piece of hardware that will not disappoint. At just $450 for the Matrox MXO2 Mini without the MAX hardware you have a solid I/O device that can capture just about any source a client will throw at you. Also, Matrox’s calibration software will allow you to monitor your video properly to any HDMI monitor. The choice of codec and bitrate will fit any project that you might face and the HDMI in and out is a dream if you’re neurotic about your cabling – e
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 The VX-9 is a plastic-cased LED monitor which has maximum versatility through the inclusion of every possible I/O option. Up to this point, all LED monitors included component video inputs as well as SD options such as composite or S-Video. From that point, users could opt for those standard I/O’s and either SDI or HDMI. The VX-9 includes both SDI and HDMI. Note that there is a single SDI channel both in and out (loop through) while it only accepts HDMI in.
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 "The Matrox MAX technology has revolutionized our workflow. Our camera crews typically would record to tape or FireStore drives using our Canon HV20/HV40, Sony PMW-EX1, and Panasonic HPX500 camcorders. They would then ship the tapes or drives back to our facility where staff would transfer the footage to Final Cut Server. It would take us a day just to see it, then another three or four hours to add all the metadata so the editors could get to work. Once the editing was done we would output from
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 Upgrade Avid Mojo to Media Composer Mojo DX and Save 33% - Now only $4,995!! (expires 12/08/09)
Got an Avid® Mojo® or Mojo SDI interface? Gain higher performance and real-time editing with the newer Avid Mojo DX interface. For a limited time, trade in your old interface towards a Media Composer® Mojo DX system and save 33% off regular upgrade pricing.
Capture SD and HD digital material
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 Matrox announced Adobe Premiere Pro CS4 4.2 support on the Mac for Matrox MXO2 Mini, MXO2 LE, MXO2 and MXO2 Rack. These devices provide all the features of an I/O devices1 and a sturdy breakout box with the added advantage of portability.
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