Support Equipments
Below is representative audio/video equipment that can enhance your presentation. CWNet does not sell this equipment but is presented here to give you an idea of available equipment and approximate cost. This equipment is available through a variety of vendors. CWNet can assist in making recommendations based upon your objectives and budget. Your system can be simple and cost effective or elaborate as your budget and training allow. Not all equipment is necessary to make an effective broadcast and capabilities can be added later as you get familiar with video production. |
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Cameras. There are a number of video and Web Cams available that will satisfy the needs of your productions. The cost of cameras can range from under $100 to thousands of dollars. Our recommendation is a good quality Camcorder. These cameras can satisfy the requirement of ‘live video’ as well as recording and editing and provide excellent video resolution. |
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Sony HDRCX100 1920x1080 HD Video recording |
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Sony HVR-A1E – camcorder |
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Product Description AXIS Network $619.97 Camera 211A - network camera Device Type Network camera - fixed |
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Canon XL2 1/3-Inch 3-CCD Camcorder $1499 W/1-Year USA Warranty |
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Editing Computer. This is a computer that is separate from the broadcast system but is |
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MAC Pro G5 Starting at $4000 Mac Pro System (VERY FAST SYSTEM) |
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| Dell XPS 435MT $1,399.99 Core i&-920 2.66 GHz 512 MB ATI Radeon HD4670 16x DVD+/- RW 19-in1 Card Reader Windows ® Vista Home Premium 64-bit 2-Year Warranty8GB Memory 24” LCD 1.0TB Hard Drive |
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Editing Software. It is best to chose a quality editing software from the start. Simple software will not allow you to achieve the results you desire as you become more familiar with the video editing process. |
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Final Cut Studio 2
Price $1,299.00 Final Cut Studio 2 is the must-have upgrade to Apple’s award-winning video and audio production suite. With six powerful applications, each designed specifically for editors, Final Cut Studio 2 puts everything you need in a single box.
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Adobe Creative Suite 4 Production Premium |
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DVD Player. DVD player is necessary to play your recorded message to the Internet. Each DVD can hold approximately 2 hours of recorded material. A standard DVD player will play one DVD. Most DVD players can be set to repeat the Disc. Multiple DVD players are available. A 5 Disc player will play 10 hours of material in sequence. A number of DVD players are available that can hold 300-400 disc and play them in sequence. Prices range from $100 for the single disc system to about $1000 for the 300 disc system. Attached are examples of these type DVD players. |
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Sony DVP-NC800H/b (Black) |
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Sony DVP-CX995V (Black/White) |
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Studio. The setup of a studio allows the production to be controlled and removed from such external influences as extraneous noise and lighting. Also, control of lighting and background makes your production look professional and easier to watch. Use of a Chroma-Key (green screen) allows you to make your background suitable to your presentation, add visual facts of your presentation, or just make your background visually attractive. CWNet is available to make recommendations, and / or set your studio up for professional productions. |
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Lights 6 “total” complete system with stands $275.00 ea X 6 = $1650.00 |
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Green Screen. Complete green screen with stands $350.00 |
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Video Switches. Switches simplify the process of selecting multiple video sources for broadcast or recording. A video switch can switch between multiple live cameras, DVD Player, or editing computer without unplugging cables. |
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StarTech.com's 4-Port Component Video Switch ($47.99) lets you switch between up to four A/V devices as well as the corresponding audio signals, eliminating the need to swap out cables to make use of multiple audio/video devices. A versatile solution for home theatre applications requiring digital or analog audio connections with the use of standard and HD component devices, the 4-port Component Video switch supports display resolutions ranging from 480i to 1080i, providing the signal quality necessary to bring out the best results from your input devices.A convenient, time-saving A/V solution, the Component Video switch can be installed in minutes and offers a remote learning feature that allows you to use existing device remotes to toggle between inputs, in addition to the IR remote control that is included with the Component switcher. |
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This 4 Port Component Video Switch ($165.99) offers convenient switching between Composite/HD video sources as well as the accompanying audio (S/PDIF (digital) or RCA (analog)). The ideal choice for using multiple composite or component video sources with a single standard or high definition display, the video |
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| Video Tripod. Video tripods are important for a smooth recording of video. Video tripods differ from still camera tripods in that they have a fluid head for smooth panning and a wheel system for moving the tripod while recording. | ||





