FX-1 setting questions

epirb wrote on 2/1/2005, 5:27 PM

First of all the "flicker on/off" function, It says to reduce flicker on the screen for certian light sources.
Am I assuming right that this just effects the viewfinder/lcd screen and not what goes to tape? Is it just best to leave it off?
Also does anyone know if it is possible to view the tape from both the composite and component outputs at the same time?
When outputing thru the component outputs you can output the tape timecode display but not the cam data.(in 1080i output) Composite output will display the info and you can get the info out if you set the component output to 480i.My thought was while I am getting used to the cam , to review the shots, as I am experimenting with various manual settings, to be able to veiw my settings on the screen at the same time.
I would even be fine with displaying the 1080 pic on my HD monitor and have the composite fed to a smaller composite monitor with the display.
If not no real big deal I can get the info off the cam's display I'll just have to move it closer to me.

additionaly Spot, have you had enough time with this or the Z to reccomend any "special settings" for the picture profiles? ie: what looks/works better than the factory settings?

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Spot|DSE wrote on 2/1/2005, 6:46 PM

The flicker only affects the screen, yes. I set it up depending on situation. You should get in the habit of setting up the screen so you're always seeing accurate pictures, just like you would a field monitor.
The only way you can get the cam data out as you've found, is to be in 480i mode. I'm not sure how you could set it to do otherwise, I'll experiment on Thursday if I can.

I've had virtually zero time with the FX1, maybe 10 hours at best.
I'm putting together a "cool settings" tutorial for the Z1, which will mostly translate to the FX1, except for the HyperGamma stuff.
Set sharpness to about 12 to get the best image. It's a reduced sharpening, so while 12-13 seems high, it's really not, it's more like 7-8 on a normal cam.
I've tested this best with real roses, blue baby breath, in a glass vase. It's a GREAT testing tool, because the red you'll see is a bit** to get in DV, and it's easy to see smears, bleeds, etc. Set your CinemaTone from that. I like setting 1. I've also been reducing color by just a stab, but that's to create a softer contrast for a more "Premiere filmstock" look.
Watch for the tutorial soon.

epirb wrote on 2/1/2005, 6:56 PM

Thanks , lotsa things to try from that post alone! cant wait for the tutorial!!!
Your right Spot, HDV RULES!
No offence to DV , it's just this new format still has me in amazment of the incredible detail and sharpness of the picture.