Other tools

Color video printer

This printer takes a component input from any source, and prints it out to a special thermal paper. Useful for continuity and warderobe. Thermal paper and ink toner needed.

Video switcher

The 12x8 video matrix has audio and video switching capabilities. There is hardly a video cart without one of these. Allow seamless cross-connection of equipment, giving the operator a capability to change setups in second. No more time spent behind the cart patching cables! Can be remotely controlled over RS232 from a PC. PAL and NTSC compatible.

PAL-NTSC standards converter with built-in TBC

Converts between PAL and NTSC both ways. Can set hue and brightness/contrast. Compatible with 0 IRE and 7.5 IRE standards. Built in TBC solves interlacing problems and makes wirelesses more stable. Runs on 12V.

Mini PAL-NTSC standards converter

Small 12V battery powered standards converter.

Portable DVD player

Plays any Region 2 DVD Video disc. Has built-in screen and speaker. Runs on batteries. Ideal to watch back dailies or rough cuts from Editorial.

Sony portable DVD recorder

Portable dvd burner creates video dvd disks from live video in, CF/SD/MS memory cards, or even USB 2.0 from a computer. It can come handy when someone needs a take taken home, or needs an universally playable copy.

Video Processor - amplifier

Processes the image, changin brightness, chroma, or luminance. Great for adding extra video gain when the tap on camera is maxed out, like Moviecams. The built-in amp drives four outputs enabling the unit to act as a splitter. Runs on 12V DC.

Director's intercom

Wired intercom connection between VA cart and Director's cart. A must for big productions where video rig is parked outside the set. Wired with standard XLR cable, it has a loudspeaker on both sides, and its usable to play back recorded sound too.

Batteries and chargers

12V 24Ah block batteries in weatherproof cases, 12V 9Ah shoulder batteries, 7.4V 3.2Ah Li-ion batteries for various uses.

Video trolleys, stands and magic arms, cable drums

Other accessories needed for video assist operators. 50 and 100 meter cable drums for HD and SD signals; C-stands and speaker stands for monitors; magic arms and super clamps to mount antennas and mini-monitors; trolleys, carts and other accessories for every need.