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March 2004 Table of Contents

Feature Stories

Producing a Demo Video

Tips on Producing a Dynamite Demo Reel

Tower Power

Benefits of using a turnkey computer system designed by a system integrator.

Equipment for Everyone

Everyone needs new equipment and we have found companies that manufacture equipment for everyone. Here's how to find that fits your fancy.

The End of the Shaky Camera

An image stabilizer primer.

Reviews

Microsoft Producer for PowerPoint 2003 Review

Microsoft Producer for PowerPoint 2003

Video Camera Review:
JVC GR-D200 Mini DV Camcorder

JVC GR-D200 Mini DV Camcorder

Test Bench: Shining Technology CitiDISK FW1256B-40 External Hard Disk

Shining Technology CitiDISK FW1256B-40 External Hard Disk

Wireless Lapel Microphone System:
Azden 100LT UHF Review

Azden 100LT UHF Wireless Lapel Microphone System Review

APC Back-UPS RS 1500VA Uninterruptible Power Supply Review

APC Back-UPS RS 1500VA Uninterruptible Power Supply

Columns

Viewfinder: Get in the Game

Get in the Game

Home Video Hints: Editing 101: School's in Session

For novice and intermediate editors, here are some tips to consider as you move towards editing perfection.

Digital Video Lighting : Enhance Video with Light & Color

Tinted gels, correct white balance, and correct Lighting for digital video can make the different between professional and amateur quality.

Editing: It's the Pace, Ace!

Program pacing is a neglected art that may be more important than you think.

Sound Advice: Speaking Tips

Twelve tips for recording the spoken word.

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  • DV Audio DV Promix 3 Audio Mixer
  • Discreet combustion 3 Compositing Software
  • JonyJib JonyPrompter
  • Digital Anarchy Anarchy Toolbox Plug-Ins

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