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urbanfox.tv > camera workbooks > Sony HVR-Z1 contents page > Part 10: audio and sound levels |
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INPUTS AND CHANNELSThere are two XLR inputs (usually two microphones) and two channels ie sections on the tape where the sound is recorded. You can choose which input is recorded on which channel. Press the MENU button Scroll down to the AUDIO SET MENU using the silver SEL/PUSH EXEC wheel. Press to select. Select XLR SET Select XLR CH SEL You now have two options... CH1 option...... Select this option if you have 2 separate inputs which you want to record separately onto different channels
CH1.CH2 Option... ...select this option if you only have one input that you want to record on both channels. INPUT 2 is disabled in this mode - mics plugged into input 2 will NOT be recorded. |
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At the back of the camera, beside the battery, you can use the AUDIO SELECT switches to choose from auto to manual control of sound levels for each channel. Auto will adjust the sound levels for you and is fine for audio that is fairly consistant in level eg during an interview or when you are covering an event over which you have very little control or is happening quite quickly. Manual will give you the most control - but you will need to concentrate harder to get it right (perhaps along with focus, white balance and exposure). If you decide to go manual. You will need to use the rotary volume controls to adjust the levels separately for CH1 and CH2 . To accurately adjust the sound levels press the STATUS CHECK button on the back of the camera. Scroll to Page 1 / 4 to see the audio level meter. A normal speaking voice should be between 10 and 20. Make sure the volume never rises beyond zero into the red as it will distort To adjust the levels...
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