What is in the case? Check to make sure you have everything before you leave
How to setup tripod and attach camera to tripod head
How battery is attached and turned on
How to attach power supply
How attach and use the VariZoom remote
How to use flip out monitor and viewfinder
Understanding what various graphics in viewfinder mean
What type of SD Card to Purchase and how to insert an SD Card into the Camera
How to use the manual White Balance
How to manually focus using the EVF DTL and Focus Assist functions
How to use the manual and automatic iris and zebra function
How to use the various auto functions
Using the record buttons
Playing back your video using the “playback” and “rec chk” functions
Shot Setup

Composing shots with proper headroom and looking room
How to frame a shot for a one person interview
How to frame a two shot
How to do a smooth pan and/or tilt
Shooting cutaways for b-roll
Audio

How to adjust headset audio
How to set audio level for on-board microphone
How to use an external microphone
Setting levels for external microphones
Choosing the audio inputs using the channel select functions
Difference between a lavalier and handheld microphone
The difference between mic and line level
How to use the wireless microphones and what batteries to purchase
How and why to get a feed from an audio board
Session 2

Review of Camera and Shot Setup

Lighting

Maximizing natural light by using proper framing ( don’t shoot with window/sun in background )
Using the portable lights
Reviewing of Paperwork

Common Questions

What does the word “battery” flashing mean?
When can I keep the camera overnight?
When do I need a release form?
How do I get a time slot?
Can I use the camera every week?
Can I get a copy of my show? (Producer receives 1 free DVD (which is the copy used to turn in the program), additional copies are $10 each)

Equipment Checkout Procedure

What to do when you come pick up a camera for your shoot
Check to make sure all items are accounted for that independent producer requested.
Sign the equipment form where applicable
Take all equipment out the rear/side loading door with a DATV employee.
Gear is returned at this same door. And set up when returned to check that it is in working order.

Next Steps

Fill out equipment request to reserve camera for your first shoot
Shoot video for your program
Call Dale to schedule yourself for the next AVID editing workshop
Have fun! And enjoy the “Freedom to Communicate

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