http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ Videomaker Community Forums » Tag: Sony - Recent Posts en Wed, 15 Feb 2012 02:23:00 +0000 http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/opinions-on-sony-dcr-sr68#post-74668 Sat, 11 Feb 2012 11:15:23 +0000 John 74668@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> I am starting a documentary in the next month and am looking into purchasing this or a Canon Vixia Model.  I am on a budget, but I can afford about $600 on the camcorder.  I was wondering if anyone had any opinions on this camera for the type of work, interviews and such, as I will require a mic for it.</p> <p>I'll probably be running Sony Vegas for the Editing software.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/loose-dc-cable-dcr-vx2000#post-74526 Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:06:34 +0000 Michael Milauskas 74526@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Hi All,</p> <p>I haven't used my Sony DCR-VX2000 for a few years. I got it out of mothballs because I want to make some videos for my business. </p> <p>The batteries are not charged (no surprise) but I'm having problems with the dc power cable. It is very loose when it's in the DC IN port. </p> <p>I don't know if I should buy a new one or if that would just have the same problem. Has anyone had this problem and do you have any advice?</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/new-to-the-forum#post-74138 Sat, 21 Jan 2012 19:56:49 +0000 Matthew Carr 74138@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Hello everyone! I am also a newcomer in this forum. I want to enjoy with you through sharing various information.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/sony-anycast-for-sale-6000#post-73922 Tue, 10 Jan 2012 19:50:29 +0000 Nir Maoz 73922@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I am selling a a Sony Anycast AWS-G500, comes with 2 Sony BKAW-570 SD Video Modules and one Sony BKAW-550 RGM Modules. </p> <p>Selling for only $6,000 (willing to see what other offers I get). It was slightly used for a peg channel, still in great condition but we desperately need the money. </p> <p>Anyone interested?</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/new-to-the-forum#post-73866 Sun, 08 Jan 2012 22:13:40 +0000 Jons smith2 73866@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>i m new on the forum , i want to get some knowledge about all Sony web camera and simple camera's. it's picture quality, i listen it's picture quality is very clean. it's quality is best.</p> <p> </p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/sony-dvc-mini-tape#post-73851 Sun, 08 Jan 2012 16:03:25 +0000 TFSmith24 73851@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Have the heads ever been cleaned?  How many hours are logged on them?  Have you recently switched tape types/brands?  Most likely they're dirty and just need to be cleaned.  To determine if its a tape or not, try a different tape in the camera, and try the tapes in a different source whether it be a deck or another camera.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/sony-dvc-mini-tape#post-73850 Sun, 08 Jan 2012 14:19:51 +0000 henryabrown 73850@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> My DCR-VX2100 purchased in 2005 has started producing pixellated video in random patterns enough to make the video unusable.  I've blown out the tape deck with canned air but no change.  Is the problem dirty heads or bad tapes or what?</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/editing-from-a-sony-dvd-camcorder#post-73754 Tue, 03 Jan 2012 18:12:06 +0000 jackwolcott 73754@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Terry: unless I misread the specs, the camera records mpg2 files, a pretty common file format, to the DVDs. I don't use Pinnacle, so don't know whether that NLE will import mpg2 files.</p> <p>It it can't handle mpg2 files, download a program called Super, which converts virtually any file format to any other format of your choosing. See what formats Pinnacle will import and change the camera files to whatever is appropriate. Super isn't difficult to use and does an excellent conversion.</p> <p>Jack</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/editing-from-a-sony-dvd-camcorder#post-73749 Tue, 03 Jan 2012 14:22:59 +0000 Jackson Wong 73749@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Well Terry, Pinnacle lists non-encrypted DVD titles "(incl. DVD-VR/+VR)" as an import type, so if that doesn't work then the camera also gives you options with S-Video playback, if you are able to monitor your capture with a DVD-playing monitor.</p> <p>Otherwise, the USB option isn't likely to work well. I can't say I 've tried Pinnacle (which is has been changed to Avid Studio - no loss there) or to edit footage from DVDs, but let us know a little more about how you want to output your video and hopefully we can be of assistance.</p> <p>Also, be careful, there are mini discs (smaller in physical size than DVDs and very few people use those) but it sounds like you were looking to combine footage from a re-writable DVD and MiniDV. Hopefully this all stays clear to you, thanks!</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/editing-from-a-sony-dvd-camcorder#post-73723 Mon, 02 Jan 2012 15:04:58 +0000 capnkodak 73723@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Someone gave me a Sony DCR DVD308 handycam. (I guess to go w/ my two DV-CAMs) I'm trying to determine if there is a way to edit the files from the mini DVDs in Pinnacle Studio. It seems to be a file format no one else uses. Anyone have any helpful input?</p> <p>Thanx.</p> <p>Terry</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/sony-hdr-td10-stereo-3d-camcorder-for-sale#post-73473 Sun, 18 Dec 2011 00:19:57 +0000 Matt 73473@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I have a 2 month old new open box sony hdr-td10 full hd, 3d camcorder for sale. I thought i would use it a bunch, but it turns out for me there is nothing interesting for me to film when it is freezing and snowing outside. There is 0 imperfections on the unit, the lens has never been touched. Opened and only used to test the 3d viewing on the lcd screen. Has all original accessories, box, manuals and software along with warranty cards (still under manufacturers 1 year warranty). I paid $1500 for the unit. If interested please make me an offer I live in Algonquin, IL. Zip Code 60102. I have a verified/confirmed paypal account to make the transaction with. Thanks.</p> <p><img alt="Unit Powered On" src="http://i1094.photobucket.com/albums/i452/442convt/Sony%20HDR-TD10/DSC00051.jpg" height="480" width="640" /></p> <p><img alt="Top" src="http://i1094.photobucket.com/albums/i452/442convt/Sony%20HDR-TD10/DSC00049.jpg" height="480" width="640" /></p> <p><img alt="Body" src="http://i1094.photobucket.com/albums/i452/442convt/Sony%20HDR-TD10/DSC00048.jpg" height="480" width="640" /></p> <p><img alt="Lens" src="http://i1094.photobucket.com/albums/i452/442convt/Sony%20HDR-TD10/DSC00053.jpg" height="480" width="640" /></p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/need-help-with-my-sony-hdr-fx7-connectivity-problem#post-72997 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 15:00:41 +0000 SargeHero 72997@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Your right Leandro, is more convenient to buy a Blackmagic Intensity. The extra computer will be exclusively for capturing the footage, in your studio or home. In my case I have an old Pentium 4 Windows desktop computer just for capturing footage or for any Windows program (I'm a Mac user). I got it for free from a family member and use it on several occasions. I suggest to first look around if you can find an old computer with firewire for free or really cheap (from friends or family), if not you should get Blackmagic's Intensity. Everything in the video world is expensive, you need to consider the "guerrilla" solutions before investing your money. If it works, why not use it? </p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/need-help-with-my-sony-hdr-fx7-connectivity-problem#post-72996 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 13:57:40 +0000 Leandro Kafka 72996@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Thanks for the ideas and all the help guys.<br />But I don't get it. how can the old used pc laptop with a firewire port is a good investment?<br />I mean, why spend money to buy an extra laptop in the first place? <br />I find it way cheaper and more convenient just to pay for the Blackmagic.<br />plus it's easier to just carry one laptop and this small adaptor, instead of two laptops.<br />Just my opinion, if there is another reason that I didn't get please feel free to tell me.</p> <p>Thanks for all your help, I really appreciate it</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/need-help-with-my-sony-hdr-fx7-connectivity-problem#post-72988 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 11:07:41 +0000 Kenkyusha 72988@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Glad to be helpful (though keep in mind that the HDMI on your laptop is out only... it'd be great if there were an HDMI in option!).&nbsp; I third an older machine for capture, even an older, inexpensive duo or quad core would do the trick.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/need-help-with-my-sony-hdr-fx7-connectivity-problem#post-72986 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 11:00:29 +0000 SargeHero 72986@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Blackmagic Intensity will work for what you want and for many other things in the future, so is a good investment. The idea cfxcorp mentioned about looking for a used computer with firewire is an excellent suggestion. Maybe if you ask around your family members or friends you can get one for free. </p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/need-help-with-my-sony-hdr-fx7-connectivity-problem#post-72978 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 20:16:59 +0000 cfxcorp 72978@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Looks like it will work, but do you have to transfer in normal&nbsp;playback speed since it will capture the stream from the HDMI port?&nbsp; Over time I think you will wish that you put the money toward the purchase of a new PC or notebook.</p> <p>Have you considered buying a used notebook with a Firewire port and transfer to an attached external hard drive which can be easily connected to your editing PC?</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/need-help-with-my-sony-hdr-fx7-connectivity-problem#post-72963 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 13:01:53 +0000 Leandro Kafka 72963@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>thank you cfxcorp for your info,<br /> but I found the only solution left for me at this point.<br />and it's thanks to Kenkyusha tip for the "Blackmagic Intensity Shuttle"</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/need-help-with-my-sony-hdr-fx7-connectivity-problem#post-72962 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 12:42:13 +0000 cfxcorp 72962@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>New PC/laptop or camera seems to be the bad news.&nbsp; PC is cheaper than your camera.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/need-help-with-my-sony-hdr-fx7-connectivity-problem#post-72961 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 12:32:29 +0000 Leandro Kafka 72961@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>yes both my camera and my laptop have HDMI.<br />and I also checked online for the Blackmagic Intensity Shuttle,<br />I think I might have a chance for this thing to work!</p> <p>Thank you soooo much for the tip Kenkyusha! in the end if this thing works you're a life saver!<strong><br /></strong></p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/need-help-with-my-sony-hdr-fx7-connectivity-problem#post-72957 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 08:14:51 +0000 Kenkyusha 72957@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>&nbsp;The short answer is, no.&nbsp; There are cables that claim to do it, but they are a waste of money (the architecture is radically&nbsp;different between USB and FW).&nbsp; Maybe something like Blackmagic's Intensity Shuttle might work- does your camera have HDMI out?&nbsp; If so, you may be able to do HDMI through the Shuttle to USB 3.0 in... it might be worth talking with them to see.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/need-help-with-my-sony-hdr-fx7-connectivity-problem#post-72953 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 05:23:22 +0000 Leandro Kafka 72953@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>No this is not my HP laptop.</p> <p>so let me make my question even more simple.</p> <p>Is there any way to connect your firewire HD camera into your PC laptop that has no express card slot nor firewire slot ?<br />the laptop has only two usb 3.0 slots  and two usb 2.0 slots. nothing else.</p> <p>thanks</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/need-help-with-my-sony-hdr-fx7-connectivity-problem#post-72945 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 20:57:02 +0000 cfxcorp 72945@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>What is the specific model of your laptop?</p> <p>See page 16 in this manual, though it does say "not all models" &nbsp;<a href="http://h10032.www1.hp.com/ctg/Manual/c01758220.pdf">http://h10032.www1.hp.com/ctg/Manual/c01758220.pdf</a></p> <p>I have an Asus 17" gaming model that has firewire and edits great.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/need-help-with-my-sony-hdr-fx7-connectivity-problem#post-72929 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 13:10:46 +0000 Leandro Kafka 72929@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>No unfortunately it doesn't have any pci express slot. and I don't have any other machine to capture to.</p> <p>So basically I'm out of luck?<br />Isn't there some kind of adaptor to convert the firewire to usb 3 or something like that?<br />I find it difficult to uderstand how come there are no pc laptops to video edit to<br />(exept from mac which has firewire)</p> <p>:(</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/need-help-with-my-sony-hdr-fx7-connectivity-problem#post-72927 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 10:54:09 +0000 Kenkyusha 72927@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>&nbsp;If your laptop has a pci express slot, you can get a Firewire card that will do the trick- if not, is there another machine that you can capture to?</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/need-help-with-my-sony-hdr-fx7-connectivity-problem#post-72922 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 04:54:23 +0000 Leandro Kafka 72922@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Greetings!<br />I have a <strong>Sony HDR-FX7</strong> HD camera, and I want to capture the HD material I have shot<br />into Adobe Premiere CS5.<br />The problem is that my HP laptop (Pavilion DV6 core i7) does not have a firewire input! only 2 USB 3.0 ports and 2 USB 2.0 !<br />I've even purchased a firewire to USB 2.0 cable but my laptop fails to install the drives.<br />Is there any way I can connect my camera to my laptop, so I can capture my material?</p> <p>I'm in desperate need of help or solution!</p> <p>Thank you for your time.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/my-first-music-video-with-sony-v1u#post-72850 Sat, 26 Nov 2011 18:23:29 +0000 birdcat 72850@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>No Post came thru</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/my-first-music-video-with-sony-v1u#post-72849 Sat, 26 Nov 2011 17:38:14 +0000 Will Gates 72849@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ </p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/no-firewire-port-on-computer#post-71560 Wed, 12 Oct 2011 09:35:52 +0000 pesi 71560@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> The Canopus ADVC-55 takes Composite / S-Video in and outputs to DV (Firewire). I've used it and it works just fine...</p> <p>&lt;p style="padding-left: 30px;"&gt;Pesi Unwalla<br /> &lt;p style="padding-left: 30px;"&gt;<a href="http://www.webcastlive.mediastreams.ca" title="Live Event Videocasting to reach a wider audience">WebcastLive.Mediastreams.ca</a> </p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/lanc-control-l-8-pin-cable#post-71468 Sun, 09 Oct 2011 15:32:07 +0000 rockhardlv 71468@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I went to MarkerTek but still no luck. Thanks for the tip tho. Something tells me they don't even make this cable anymore.</p> http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/lanc-control-l-8-pin-cable#post-71461 Sun, 09 Oct 2011 09:50:26 +0000 EarlC 71461@http://www.videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>See if <a href="http://www.markertek.com">MarkerTek</a> can help you. The website is a cluttered mess, just like their old catalogs, but they specialize in many things ... among them, cables and connectors.</p>