Dave Wowchuk
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Still looking for a bartech system.
I've got a BFD and M-One, all in fantastic shape. $3,499 for the whole package. I've got pix of you want them.
Dave
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Bartech Focus Device & M-One Motor: $3,499
In perfect condition with original case. Includes cables, extra lens marking strips, gimbal mount hard-wire focus control, and matte box rod mount. Motor in perfect condition in original case. Includes motor cable (for BFD), gears, collets, and mounting bracket.
Modulus 3000: $1,499
In excellent condition in Pelican case. Includes cables and antenna.
All prices in US dollars, and does not include shipping, duties or taxes. Pictures available upon request.
Contact info:
E-Mail: dave at artisanmedia dot ca (sorry, too much spam.)
Phone: 204-227-0330
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You can also try a program called Cinematize from Miraizon (http://www.miraizon.com). It converts re-engineers DVD footage back to whatever format you want (even uncompressed footage) then you can take it into the edit suite and mess around with it. I'm going to be doing this next week with a show I did for the History Channel early last year ... took almost a year to get a copy of the show/footage.
DW
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I have just purchased a steadicam flyer to use with my Canon XL2. Is there a an adapter for the canon that can be attached so that the camera won't fishtail. Currently, I only have the ability to to attach the one screw. General question: is any one thing or things that one must have with this combination? Thanks in advance.
Hey Frank,
You can get the Canon TA-100 tripod adapter plate (B&H Photo) which will give the camera firm support on your sled. It also helps for quick conversion from Steadicam to handheld, or to sticks (if you have another adapter plate.) I have this setup, and it works very, very nicely.
Dave
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Thanks for all your suggestions. At this point it seems that adding a "nose plate" to the dovetail is the best route to go (without having to make some crazy modifications to the top-stage ... unless my machinist gives me some other great idea.)
This only came up because of an older camera system I have to use once in a while. If I use a Sony or Panasonic camera there's no problem.
Dave
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I've got a bit of an issue that I'm trying to figure out. Have a look at the picture and you'll see my dovetail plate, rods, and the BFD receiver bracket. If I want to mount the bracket and rods to my plate, the screw holes don't match up.
Tom Gleason told me that the BFD bracket was designed to Arri specs (60mm & 100mm rod spacing, on-center) Glidecam's dovetail's holes are 52mm, and PRO is 49.something mm.
My guess is that the dovetail plates were never meant to be used this way. I wanted to modify the dovetail to accomodatethis setup, but there isn't enough metal to tap new holes.
Any ideas? :(
Dave
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Well thanks a lot Jim, my daughter will never look at the Bert the same way again. Why don't you just come over and tell her there's no Santa while you're at it! hehehe. (I love the site ... the evidence is hysterical.)
Dave
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I'll chime in with my comments ...
I attended the workshop back in September 2005 along with two other Canadians, Sean Sealey (Toronto) and Patrick Doyle (Halifax) and it was great ... but Paul wasn't there. He ended up taking a last minute gig somewhere out of the country and the workshop ended up being facilitated by Jimmy Wells (Nashville) and Paul's son, David Taylor (Los Angeles).
Like Afton said, the environment was great, and the workshop was very, very worthwhile.
Dave
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Erwin: did you use the SD out of the camera for monitoring, or did you use something else?
I'd like to know what the quality of the SD output is (for a Steadicam monitor.) I've heard that the image isn't that great (SD) unless your rig has been wired with analog inputs (HD).
Dave
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I noticed an article in the latest issue of Amercian Cinematographer where Erwin Landau gets a nice "thank you." It's nice to see people pay compliments (publicly) to those in this great industry.
Dave
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EBay usually has a bunch of people selling dead ones for re-celling. Try there first if you haven't already.
Dave
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Charles ... thanks for the reply.
The answer is: No ... no hole in the handle. I guess I'll have to talk to my machinist and see what he can do. But first, I think I should buy the bracket first (and I'll get it it from GPI.)
Another lesson learned from the school of "you get what you pay for."
Thanks!
Dave
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No responses to my question? (I've actually asked this twice before) I'd really like to figure out how this works, as they never talked about this configuration at the workshop I attended ... we just did the "high-low" mode.
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In regards to the safety pin ... did you have to drill a hole for it into your gimbal handle, or was it already there?
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I was watching for it, but didn't see who was the op for last night's Super Bowl game. Who was that rain-soaked man?
Dave
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Looks like he has the "hi-def" package. hehehehe :blink: Yuck.
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I have a client who would like me to shoot for a couple of days in Mexico next year. I've never travelled with my rig on a plane (let alone outside of the country.)
I'm wondering what advice you guys might have for travelling with your rig (e.g. documentation, importing, insurance, etc etc.) and if there is anything specific for travelling with your gear to Mexico.
Thanks!
Dave
p.s. I'm shooting on an XL2, so I could use a Flyer instead of transporting my Gold rig. Maybe it would be better to rent one locally in Cancun?
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Erwin: Funny thing is that I have that manual ... I guess my "skim reading" isn't working.
"Coming up through the camera department ..." well I guess in my 10 years as a video camera operator, I haven't had the pleasure of using the Moviecam ... but I will soon.
Eric: "... big bucks and glamour ..." That's for the people whose names are at the beginning of the show, not for those at the end like you and me. Honestly, I really don't give a crap about "big bucks and glamour" ... I just want to earn a nice living and have fun at the same time.
Thanks for the info guys (and the sarcasm) ... it's always appreciated.
Dave
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Thanks for the info Erwin ... quite a detailed person you are.
When I was asking about power consumption, I meant to ask about amperage. I'm trying to figure out if it would be better to have the camera tethered to a block battery, or have a gazillion Hytrons on-set. I know I need several more, but the question might be how many ... and will the Hytron's cut it?
DW
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Hey Jeff,
Thanks for the picture of your Zoe with the mic clip ... I was just thinking about another way to connect mine without having to clamp it onto the foam grip.
I love this forum ... so many good ideas! Thanks guys.
Dave
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I've been looking around for this info, and haven't found muchof anything, aside from the fact that it's 24V. Does anybody know what the power consumption is on the Compact?
My guess ... I need more batteries.
DW
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Thanks Job.
Tom from Glidecam sent me the model number ... VR-70P ... but that's not the one I have (and that's not the basic one on the Flyer either.)
DW
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I'm wondering if anyone knows the model number for the "basic" 7" monitor on the Flyer, or the monitor re-branded as the L7Pro by Glidecam? I heard they were made by Marshall, but I can't find them on their website anymore.
Any help would be appreciated.
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Hey Dave,
I seem to remember when I was working on your junction box that it has a DA built into it. Send me an email, I think I have an idea.
~C
Hey Charles,
I should have mentioned that in my original post. Yes indeed it has a DA already, it only lacks a second BNC out.
FOR SALE: Bartech Focus Device & M-One Motor, Modulus 3000
in Steadicam Marketplace - For Sale
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Hi everyone, thanks for all the inquiries about the BFD, motor and Modulus. The BFD and M-one are SOLD, and the Modulus is still available.
Dave