By Matthews Studio Equipment
Intel-A-Jib is a unique modular jib system that can go from zero to ten feet in two minutes without tools. It features an innovative V-Lock Connector, which makes assembly and disassembly simple and fast without wires or cable. The one-piece X-Box Extrusion offers anti-deflection and anti-torsion properties. It can accept virtually any camera package. Contact Matthews, 818-843-6715, www.msegrip.com.FSB8 Fluid Head
By Sachtler
The FSB8 75mm fluid head handles a load capacity of 20 pounds. It incorporates Sachtler's Speed Balance (SB) system providing for fast counterbalance for digital camcorder operators. Additionally, Speed Balance reduces the minimum payload for a head, which allows the FSB8 user to smoothly operate the head with camera packages weighing as little as two pounds. The head works with the company's SOOM products, allowing height ranges from 8 inches to 8 feet. Another accessory that enhances FSB8 functionality is the FSB CELL power supply, a 7.2V battery with a storage capacity of 10.5Ah that mounts directly between the camera and the FSB8. Contact Sachtler, 845-268-0100, www.sachtler.us.HD-ready rearTWIST connector
By Neutrik
Neutrik's rearTWIST BNC connector features a machined body with a true 75© design that meets HDTV/DVD requirements. Its ergonomic design features maximized connection comfort in high-density applications. Rear boot color coding options are available with the optional BST-BNC. Contact Neutrik, 732-901 9488, www.neutrik.com.VISION3 250D
By Kodak
KODAK VISION3 250D Color Negative Film 5207/7207 incorporates all of the advancements and imaging characteristics unique to the VISION3 family of films, optimized for an exposure index of 250 in daylight. The film offers a richness in colors and contrast with more details in the extreme highlight areas. It also incorporates proprietary Advanced Dye-Layering Technology, which renders finer grain images in underexposed areas and produces cleaner film-to-digital transfers. Contact KODAK, 585-724-0903, www.kodak.com/go/250dtechnology.
BG Cable Assemblies
By Wirew
orks
The BG Cable Assemblies from Wireworks feature the company's super flexible MusiLUX microphone cable or AES/EBU digital cable teamed with Neutrik's convertCON connector. They can be used in both microphone and line level applications. Neutrik's convertCON is a new 3-pin male and female cable connector in a single housing. BG Cable Assemblies are available in four configurations: XLR Male to convertCON, XLR Female to convertCON, convertCON to convertCON, and quarter-inch TRS to convertCON. The ultra flexible PVC satin finish MusiLUX outer jacket is available in black, brown, red, orange, yellow, green, blue, violet, grey and white. Contact Wireworks, 800-642-9473, www.wireworks.com.Inflatable Airline Bag
By Petrol
Created specifically for boarding a plane with a full-size broadcast camera, the duffle-style Inflatable Airline Bag stores in a handy zippered nylon pouch for transportation through airline security and easy boarding. Once on-board, the camera is inserted inside the duffle and the bag's internal inflation system is inflated by blowing into a tube. The camera is instantly surrounded by a firm, protective cushion of air. Contact Petrol, 845-268-0100, www.petrolbags.com.USB Battery Management
By Anton/Bauer
The USB Battery Management Application includes Battery Management software and a USB to Anton/Bauer battery mount adapter. When a battery is installed on the USB Battery Manager bracket, information is downloaded from the battery via the Battery Management software into a PC. The software automatically opens a file based on the battery serial number and date of manufacture and stores all battery related data for the purpose of usage tracking. The Battery Management software calculates how long a given battery will run a given camera based on an included database of professional video cameras and their respective load rating in Watts. Information such as the battery model name, the battery's temperature, voltage, present capacity, learned capacity, nameplate capacity and serial number are also displayed. Contact Anton/Bauer, 203-929-1100, www.antonbauer.com.
120EXe Fluid Head
By OConnor
The 120EXe Encoded Heavy Duty Fluid Head is designed to provide high-precision pan and tilt position information for cinema-quality visual effects production. It provides absolute output pan and tilt position information via an external 19-pin Fischer connector. The 120EXe features built-in encoders and does not require bolt-on assembly of other hardware. It can support up to a 120-pound camera package through the head's entire tilt range of ±90 degrees, and can counterbalance up to 240 pounds through a tilt range of ±60 degrees (payload weights based on an 8” center of gravity). Contact OConnor, 818-847-8666, www.ocon.com.6 Circuit Live Tester
By Lex Products
The 6 Circuit Live Tester is a portable 19-pin tester that diagnoses cabling problems while the cable is still installed. The tester confirms correct power connections and grounding for all six circuits, using connected dimmed or non-dimmed power, with an LED display. The LED placement and intensity is optimized for good visibility in a variety of real world situations. Contact Lex Products, 203-363-3738, www.lexproducts.com.PT0710M Waveform Monitor
By DK-Technologies
The entry level PT0710M HD/SD waveform monitor is a single channel version of the four-channel PT0760M waveform monitor. It can display R, G, B & luminance and Gamut errors, plus de-embed and display up to 16 audio channels. A complete range of upgrades are available, allowing it to be transformed into a PT0760M in the field, and include Dolby E decoding and 5.1 surround sound monitoring, as well as Cb, Cr and Vectorscope. Contact DK-Technologies, 800-421-0888, www.dk-technologies.com.V-DOCK Mounting System
By Element Technica
V-DOCK is a new professional mounting system for working with popular digital camera systems, including the RED ONE. It includes a main assembly featuring a female V-Lock interface and a spring-loaded split clamp. A separate male V-Lock attaches to accessories to allow fast and easy mounting. The V-DOCK main assembly anchors securely anywhere on a single 15mm or 19mm iris rod. Once in place, any item equipped with the male V-Lock can be attached. The V-DOCK features a quick release mechanism. Contact Element Technica, 323-641-7327, www.elementtechnica.com.P-2400 AR
By Furman
The P-2400 AR voltage regulator/power conditioner offers voltage regulation, power protection, and noise filtration at 20A capacity. The unit accepts input voltages from 97V to 137V and converts them to a steady, stable output of 120V. The P-2400 AR's true RMS voltage regulation technology is driven by an ultra-low-noise, microprocessor-controlled, eight-tap toroidal autoformer, which does not inject noise into the audio signal. Fourteen NEMA 5-20R receptacles (12 on rear panel, two on front panel) are provided. All receptacles are fully regulated, protected, and filtered. Contact Furman, 707-766-2359, www.furmansound.com.
ARRILASER 2
By ARRI
Supporting a 16-bit image path and recording speeds that double those of previous models, the ARRILASER 2 records at speeds of 0.9 second/frame in 2K and 1.5 second/frame in 4K. Utilizing a Linux-based software package, the ARRILASER 2 features a newly designed GUI that gives a constant overview of recording jobs in progress. Contact ARRI, 845-353-1400, www.arri.com.
3G-SDI Monitors
By Marshall Electronics
Marshall Electronics has introduced 2 new different portable monitors with 3Gbps Serial digital Interface, the V-LCD651ST-3GSDI and the V-LCD70P-3GSDI. The V-LCD651ST-3GSDI is a 6.5-inch camera-top monitor, while the V-LCD70P-3GSDI is a 7-inch camera-top monitor. Both offer 3Gbps SDI, HD-SDI, SD-SDI, HDMI, and component inputs. Contact Marshall Electronics, 310-333-0606, www.lcdracks.com.U-Bangi Adapter
By MovieTech
MovieTech AG now offers a tripod adapter set for its U-Bangi. The adapter makes it possible to mount the U-Bangi directly on column extensions or tripods with ball socket adapters. The central section of the U-Bangi can then be used as a camera carriage with a sliding range of up to over 34 inches. The adapters are available separately and can be mounted on all existing MovieTech U-Bangis; they are included in the U-Bangi package if purchased new. Contact MovieTech, +49(0) 89 43 68913, www.movietech.de.
