Audio/Video Production

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Audio/Video ProductionStudio

Camera Operation,

Safety, and Storage

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The Studio Camera

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High-quality camera is heavy and cannot be properly maneuvered without a camera mount

Used for studio productions Can be used on big remotes Operates as part of a camera

chain Other types of cameras are self

contained, can deliver signal directly to a VTR


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Parts of the Camera Review

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LensSelects a field of viewProduces a small optical image of this view

Camera Camera body with internal optical systemImaging device (pickup device)

Viewfinder Shows a small video image on a screen of what the lens is seeing


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Operating the Studio Camera

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Some consider studio camera easier to operate than a portable or camcorder

All electronic adjustments are done for you by a video operator or engineer


They operate and control the CCU (camera control unit)

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Used to communicate with the director and other crew members

Avoid any unnecessary talking on the intercom headset

Intercom Headset


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Carries video and audio signals to and from the CCU

Contains numerous small cables

Camera Cable


Do not bend or tightly coil the cable; bending and tight coiling may damage or break small wires in the cable

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Used to move (tilt, pan, truck, or dolly) the camera

Never let go of the control handles or leave the camera if the pan and tilt locks are unlocked

Control Handles


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Pan and tilt controls should be unlocked anytime the camera is moved

Unlock pan control first, then the tilt controls

This prevents accidental tilting and camera damage

Pan and Tilt Locks


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Usually five or seven inches

Can tilt or turn to the sides

Avoid touching the viewfinder screen

Studio Viewfinder


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Zoom Control Usually located on the right control

handleUsually a rocker lever

Focus Control Usually located on the left control

handleUsually a knob that turns

Avoid touching the lens surface

Zoom and Focus Controls


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Mounted on top of the camera or viewfinder

Indicates the camera that is “on the air”

Be sure it is off before focusing or moving

Tally Light


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Steps should be completed in order Helps insure safe operation of the camera Reduces injury to camera operator or crew Helps prolong the camera’s life Reduces damage to the camera Refer to the operation manual for your studio

cameras, remote zoom, and focus controls for other precautions and information

Many Steps to Follow


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