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Feature Stories

Product Preview: Ricoh EDC-7 Dual-purpose Still/Video Camera

by John Davis
Check out one of the latest products in a new line of digital still cameras with video capabilities

Talk to Me! Making Animals Talk for TV

by Scott Anderson
A behind-the-scenes look at how Hollywood makes creatures speak.

Teaching with Video

by Jim Stinson
Take a look at some of the ways imaginative instructors use video in the classroom.

Saving Change: Camcorders for 500 dollars or Less

by Wendy Nichols
Investigate our buyer's guide on affordable camcorders - now cheaper and more sophisticated than ever.

Buying Videotape

by Joe McCleskey
A comprehensive analysis of video's recording media.

How to Tap Into a Church or Theater Sound System

by Stephen Muratore
Learn how to use an auditorium's existing sound system to record directly to your video.

Departments

Tech Support

by Bruce Coykendall

In Box

by Wendy Nichols

Quick Focus

by Alan Sheckter

Video Book and Tape Reviews

by Charles Fulton
Reviews of educational books and tapes for the videographer.

New Gear

by Wendy Nichols
  • NewTek Video Toaster [2]
  • LaCie DVD-R/CD-RW FireWire drive
  • Sorenson Broadcaster for Windows
  • Dazzle MainActor
  • Barber Tech EZ Prompter
  • JVC Pro TM-H1375SU 13" monitor
  • Tiffen MegaPlus Conversion Lenses
  • Pinnacle Express DVD-on-CD authoring software
  • MICRODOLLY Basic Kit Camera Dolly and Track System
  • Raider Productions i-cuff

Zoom In

by Alan Sheckter
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October 2001
Table of Contents

Columns

Viewfinder: Keeping it Pure

by Matthew York
Keeping it Pure

Home Video Hints: Simple Steps for Camcorder Care

by Jim Stinson
Keeping your video equipment in tip-top shape can save you big bucks down the road.

Light Source: The Key to Changing Moods

by Dr. Robert G. Nulph
As important as set design and costumes, light positioning and intensity are integral scene setters.

Jargon: Glossary of Microphone Terms

by Charles Fulton
Glossary of Microphone Terms

Video Alters Space and Time

by Arthur Aiello
Whether you know it or not, you have the power to shape time and space when you make video.

Computer Editing: Making Moving Titles

by Don Collins
Making moving titles is easy with today's video editing software.

Sound Advice: Mixing Multiple Mikes

by Randal K. West
Combine our tips and your own initiative to make great multi-mike recordings.

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