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December 1995 Table of Contents

Feature Stories

Mass Media Law

by Mark Levy
Join us for a look at the world of copyright law as it applies to the videomaker.

Audio Monitoring: Some Sound Advice

by Mark Bosko
Unless you pay close attention to your audio during editing, some unpleasant surprises could creep into your soundtrack. Here's how to avoid them.

Buying the Right Camcorder

by Jim Stinson
Walk into the video department of any consumer electronics store, and a bewildering array of video formats, features and prices confront you. How to choose? Let this article show you the way.

Video Time Travel: Tips for Time-lapse Video and Animation

by Timothy Liebe
Ever watched a flower bloom in mere seconds? Or seen an inanimate object take on a life of its own? With the right tools and a little know-how, even beginning videomakers can easily accom[plish these effects.

The Incredible Journey: Inside the Tape Transport

by Richard Bennette
Videeomakers at all levels of expertise can benefit from a working knowledge of the tape transport's secrets. In this article, we describe the inner workings of this crucial part of your camcorder or VCR.

1995 Videomaker Article Index: January 1995 through December 1995

by Joe McCleskey
A year's worth of Videomaker at your fingertips.

Narration Writing

by John B. Garrity
The right words, effectively read, will round out your production in ways you may not have believed possible.

Columns

Viewfinder: Why?

by Matthew York
Why?

Camera Work: On with the Show!

by Jim Stinson
On with the Show!

Pause: Bards and the Anti-bard

by Stephen Muratore
Bards and the Anti-bard

On Ramp: VHS Distribution

by Mark Bosko
VHS Distribution

Edit Points: Editing VCRs

by Mike Loehr
Editing VCRs

Sound Reasoning: All About Audiotape Recorders

by David Brott
All About Audiotape Recorders

Test Bench

Departments

Video Q&A

by David Brott
Video Q&A

Quick Focus

by Joe McCleskey

QF User Groups

by Joe McCleskey

Product Scene

by Joe McCleskey
  • JVC GR-SV7
  • Hitachi VMH100LA
  • Media Logic The Seven Jib II
  • Media Logic Super Track Dolly
  • VST Camera Mount
  • Soundcraft K-1
  • The Virtual i-glasses system

November 1995 Table of Contents

Feature Stories

The DVC Format: Just Another Acronym?

by Joe McCleskey
Videomaker helps you separate the facts from the hype in the exciting new world of consumer digital video.

Kid Vid

by Mark Steensland
Not all of today's video kids are sitting in front of the television; many are stepping behind the camcorder. This month Videomaker takes a look at three people who are taking part in what we call the "kid vid" movement.

It's All About Control: Edit Controllers for Videomakers

by Karl Witsman
A survey of today's inexpensive and easy-to use edit controllers with buyer's guides of stand-alone and computer-based models.

Audio Mixers for Videomaking: Buyer's Guide

by Joe McCleskey
Our annual guide to one of the most important audio-for video tools, the audio mixer.

Camcorder Battery Charger Choices: Matching Power to Purpose

by Mark Bosko
With out a good Camcorder Battery Charger, the battery may be useless. Ensure the succes of your video production with the right camcorder battery and charger.

Hear No Evil: A Location Audio Primer

by Bruce Barrett
An interview with an audio/video specialist reveals the hows and whys of location audio.

Talent Quest: Finding Real Talent for Serious Productions

by Janis Lonnquist
Finding real talent for serious productions requires homework, planning and a little bit of patience. Here's how it's done.

Columns

Viewfinder: Camcording the Sport

by Matthew York
Camcording the Sport

Camera Work: What's Your Angle

by Jim Stinson
What's Your Angle

Pause: Other People II

by Stephen Muratore
Other People II

On Ramp: Access Your Community

by Arthur Aiello
Access Your Community

Edit Points: Linear vs. Nonlinear Editing

by Mike Loehr
Linear vs. Nonlinear Editing

Sound Reasoning: Equally Important: The Equalizer

by David Brott
Equally Important: The Equalizer

Test Bench

Departments

Letters

by Joe McCleskey

Tools & Tips

by David Brott
Tools & Tips

Quick Focus

by Joe McCleskey

QF User Groups

by Joe McCleskey

Product Scene

by Joe McCleskey
  • Nikon VN-360
  • Telebyte Technology Model 704 Super Deluxe Videoverter
  • Panasonic PV-960
  • The Tree-pod
  • Sony SVO-1500 VHS hi-fi VCR
  • Videonics PowerScript

October 1995 Table of Contents

Feature Stories

Quick and Easy Video Projects

by Jim Stinson
Is your camcorder gathering dust? Here are several simple video projects that will make your prized possession feel a little less neglected. Each can be completed in under two hours.

The ABCs of Character Generators

by Dr. Robert G. Nulph
Videomaker's latest survey of the consumer CG market, from simple stand-alone units to fukll-blown DTV software-based titlers.

Audio Accessories: Don't Leave Home Without Them

by Jerry Whaley
You've got an external mike and mixer; what else do you need to bring pro-quality audio to your programs? This article will help you navigaate the sometimes bewildering world of audio accessories.

Titles: From the Simple to the Sophisticated

by Larry Burke-Weiner
Innovative titling is an effective and relatively inexpensive way of taking raw footage and spicing it up. Here's how it's done.

Making the Y/C Connection

by Glenn Koenig
Step up to the better picture quality of S-VHS or Hi8, and you'll need some way to transmit the improved signal to the screen or between decks. You'll need to make the Y/C connection.

How to Create a Storyboard

by Mark Steensland
A storyboard is the most often used tool for getting a sense of how an idea will work before putting it down on tape. This article will guide you through the process of storyboard creation, and help you visualize your videos before you press the record button.

Columns

Viewfinder: So You're New At This

by Matthew York
So You're New At This

Camera Work: Camcorder TLC

by Jim Stinson
Camcorder TLC

Pause: A Plea for the First

by Stephen Muratore
A Plea for the First

Cable TV: Leased Access

by Mark Bosko
How to lease airtime from cable TV to broadcast your message.

Edit Points: Edit Types

by Mike Loehr
Edit Types

Sound Reasoning: Working with Acoustics

by Doug Polk
Working with Acoustics

Test Bench

Departments

Video Q&A

by Doug Polk
Video Q&A

Letters

by Joe McCleskey

Quick Focus

by Joe McCleskey

QF User Groups

by Joe McCleskey

Product Scene

by Joe McCleskey
  • Panasonic PV-DV1000
  • TDK TC-40 VHS-C
  • TDK TC-40 S-VHS-C
  • Hiitachi VM-E510A
  • Panasonic AG-1300VHS VCR
  • AKG C577

September 1995 Table of Contents

Feature Stories

Consumer Video Visionaries

by Joe McCleskey
They've brought us VHS, low-cost video editors, desktop video and a whole catalog of other innovations we now take for granted. This article gives you the inside scoop on how these movers and shakers of the consumer video industry got their start.

Magic Memories: A Guide to Shooting Reunions

by Jim Stinson
Whether you're a wedding videomaker looking for new markets or a video hobbyist with a high school reunion coming up, you'll find that these events are prime material for video. Here's how to do them right.

A TBC Tale

by Stuart Sweetow
Time base correctors can improve the color, stabilize the picture and even reduce the noise from your tapes. This article will show you what to look for in a TBC, as well as how to use it once you've bought one. Complete with our annual TBC/SEG buyer's guide.

Video Production Equipment Choices

by Dr. Robert G. Nulph
Key things to consider when acquiring the gear to acquire your video.

Burning, Bleeding, Floating, and Flying: Simple, Low-cost Special Effects

by Mark Bosko
Ever wondered how to make your own low-budget special effects? Here's a sampling of video tricks that you can perform with common, everyday household items.

How to Write a Script: Putting Words to Work in Your Videos

by Wynn Ponder
Even if you're just taping your family outings to the Grand Canyon, your video projects could benefit from a script of some sort. In this article, we'll take a look at four popular methods for getting your video ideas on paper.

Columns

Viewfinder: Two Product Concepts

by Matthew York
Two Product Concepts

Camera Work: People

by Jim Stinson
People

Pause: Beyond Those Ugly Video Moments

by Stephen Muratore
Beyond Those Ugly Video Moments

On Ramp: Digital Video Discs

by Mark Bosko
Digital Video Discs

Edit Points: When You Don't Have a Controller

by Mike Loehr
When You Don't Have a Controller

Sound Reasoning: Techniques to Improve Your Audio

by Doug Polk
Techniques to Improve Your Audio

Test Bench

Departments

Letters

by Joe McCleskey

Tools & Tips

by Doug Polk

Product Scene

by Joe McCleskey
  • Panasonic AG-456U
  • Audio-Technica AT-MX341a SmartMixer
  • Elite Video BVP-4 Broadcast Video Processor
  • Rip-Tie CableCatch Velcro fastener
  • Sony HMEAD professional Hi8 tapes
  • JVC BM-H1300SU

August 1995 Table of Contents

Feature Stories

Highlights from the 1995 Videomaker Expo: The Camcorder Panel Proceedings

by Joe McCleskey
Highlights from the 1995 Videomaker Expo

Makin' Tracks: Audio Tape Recorders

by Stuart Sweetow
You don't need to be a Hollywood movie mogul or a New York music impressario to get good audio. Here's a look at audio recorders for video.

Video Cleaning Products: Maintain Your Gear To Maintain Your Sanity

by Mark Bosko
Dirt, dust and foreign objects don't mix well with video equipment. This article explains what cleaning products work best, and how to use them safely and effectively.

Taking Your Camcorder on the Road

by Daal Praderas
There's more to outdoor videomaking than just pointing your camcorder at the wonders of naturre. This article will show you how to handle the elements while you're shooting on location.

A Close Look at Viewfinders

by Glenn Calderone
What's inside a viewfinder? How does it work? And which one is best for your videomaking? Join us for the answers to these and other questions about that wonderous window into your video world.

Columns

Video Business Ideas: The Local Fashion Show

by Matthew York
Make money by advertising local merchants on local ad networks.

Camera Work: As Easy as A/B Roll

by Jim Stinson
As Easy as A/B Roll

Pause: Watch the Ads, Watch Video

by Stephen Muratore
Watch the Ads, Watch Video

Edit Points: Picking a Protocol

by Mike Loehr
Picking a Protocol

Sound Reasoning: The Mixer Method

by Doug Polk
The Mixer Method

Test Bench

Departments

Video Q&A

by Doug Polk
Video Q&A

Letters

by Joe McCleskey

Quick Focus

by Joe McCleskey

QF User Groups

by Joe McCleskey

QF Web Watch

by Joe McCleskey

Product Scene

by Joe McCleskey
  • Panasonic PV-D705 XL
  • Maxell Camcorder Plus battery line
  • Hotronic AR31

July 1995 Table of Contents

Feature Stories

Indy Media: The Camcorder's Impact

by Joe McCleskey
A look at the camcorder and its role in the course of human history.

Bore 'em Cross-eyed!: Tips for Tedious Videos

by Jim Stinson
Some people make boring videos without trying; this article shows you how to put some effort into it and make a real industrial-strength snoozer. If you'd rather entertain your audience, simply do the opposite of all that's recommended here.

Audio Mixers for Video Production

by Robert Borgatti
Whether you're shooting on location or dubbing in the edit bay, you'll find plenty of uses for an audio mixer. This survey will help you choose the right mixer to fit your needs -- and your budget.

Wired for Sound

by Mike Loehr
This survey of external microphones will help you improve your audio in one easy step. Complete with our annual microphone buyer's guide.

Picking Your Approach

by William Ronat
Documentary? News magazine? Talk show? Sitcom? Here's how to choose an approach that will help your video get its message across clearly and effectively.

Columns

Viewfinder: We're On the Web

by Matthew York
We're On the Web

Camera Work: Learn from the Pros

by Jim Stinson
Learn from the Pros

Pause: Video is Other People

by Stephen Muratore
Video is Other People

On Ramp: Opportunities on Satellite

by Mark Bosko
Opportunities on Satellite

Edit Points: Moving to Time Code

by Mike Loehr
Moving to Time Code

Sound Reasoning: Better Audio from Your Built-in Mike

by Doug Polk
Better Audio from Your Built-in Mike

Test Bench

Departments

Letters

by Joe McCleskey

Tools & Tips

by Doug Polk
Tools & Tips

Quick Focus

by Joe McCleskey

Product Scene

by Joe McCleskey
  • SatterTundra Targa "Auto Focus" bags
  • NRG Research PowerStation-II
  • The Advantage
  • Sony CCD-TRV30
  • Sony CCD-TRV40
  • Sony CCD-TRV70
  • Triton Marine Video Universal Underwater Video Housing
  • Samsung VR8905

June 1995 Table of Contents

Feature Stories

Every Few Thousand Miles

by Mark Steensland
If it ain't broke, don't fix it--right? Not necessarily. Join Mark Steensland as he discusses the hows and whys of camcorder and VCR maintenance.

Sifting the Light: A Look at Lens Filters

by Dave Welton
Lens filters offer a simple way for videomakers to get better images. Author David Welton explains the different types of filters and their uses, for beginners and pros alike.

Macro Videomaker Discovers Aliens: Closeup View Tells of World's End!

by Mark Bosko
A tabloid headline, a scattered journal and a handful of audio transcriptions tell a tell of impending doom. A macro videomaker brings in all to light in this tongue-in-cheek treatment of close-up video.

Editing Protocols

by Glenn Calderone
If editing protocols confuse you, you're not alone. Plenty of people get frustrated with the numerous (and often bran-specific) protocols on the market today. In this article, we'll walk you through the maze step-by-step.

We Are Proud to Announce the ...1994 VM Best Product of the Year Awards

by Loren Alldrin
Videomaker honors the best video equipment of 1994.

Columns

Viewfinder: Why Did You Buy Your Camcorder?

by Matthew York
Why Did You Buy Your Camcorder?

Camera Work: Simple Camcorder Editing

by Jim Stinson
Simple Camcorder Editing

Pause: Press Principles

by Stephen Muratore
Press Principles

On Ramp: Low-power Television

by Mark Bosko
Low-power Television

Edit Points: Choosing and Using Edit Controllers

by Mike Loehr
Choosing and Using Edit Controllers

Sound Reasoning: Recording Stereo Sound

by Doug Polk
Recording Stereo Sound

Test Bench

Departments

Video Q&A

by Doug Polk
Video Q&A

Letters

by Joe McCleskey

Quick Focus

by Joe McCleskey

Product Scene

by Joe McCleskey
  • Casio Magavision FV-600
  • Canon ES2000
  • Toshiba M-781
  • Phantom Technology HeadTrip
  • Bi-Tronics SVHS-DA3
  • Sanyo VM-PS12

May 1995 Table of Contents

Feature Stories

Women Behind the Camcorder: Why Aren't There More Female Videomakers?

by Janis Lonnquist
Why aren't there more women videomakers? Does gender have anything to do with the art of videomaking? Join author Janis Lonnquist as she tries to find answers to these riddles.

Columns

Viewfinder: Views of the Future

by Matthew York
Views of the Future

Camera Work: Video Space

by Jim Stinson
Video Space

Pause: Frequently Asked Questions

by Stephen Muratore
Frequently Asked Questions

Profile: Kathryn Stroomer's Video Career

by John Waters
Kathryn Stroomer's Video Career

Edit Points: A History of Videotape Editing

by Mike Loehr
A History of Videotape Editing

Sound Reasoning: Audio Tracks and Editing

by Doug Polk
Audio Tracks and Editing

Test Bench

Departments

Letters

by Joe McCleskey

Tools & Tips

by Doug Polk
Tools & Tips

Quick Focus

by Joe McCleskey

Product Scene

by Joe McCleskey
  • Lenmar OmniSource Plus
  • Go-Video GV-8050
  • Quasar VM550
  • Quasar VM555
  • Emerson RW5200
  • Emerson RW5201
  • Emerson RW5202
  • Videonics MX-1 Digital Video Mixer Edit Suite

April 1995 Table of Contents

Feature Stories

The Light Bandit: How The Love Of Video Landed Me Behind Bars

by Mark Bosko
Follow the trail of this lightearted whodunit for some hot tips on how to illuminate your video.

Time Code: Questions & Answers

by Glenn Calderone
Once reserved for professional video editors, time code is entering the realm of consumer video. Glenn Calerone explains the hows and whys of editing with this powerful tool.

Columns

Viewfinder: Newt, John and You

by Matthew York
Newt, John and You

Camera Work: Buttons, Blasted Buttons

by Jim Stinson
Buttons, Blasted Buttons

Pause: To See Ourselves

by Stephen Muratore
To See Ourselves

On Ramp: The Internet and the MBONE

by Karl Jacob
The Internet and the MBONE

Video Editing Tutorial

by Mark Bosko
Editing aesthetics are tough to describe. They involve using a little bit of everything at your disposal to create a believable viewing experience.

Sound Reasoning: Making Connections

by Doug Polk
Making Connections

Test Bench

Departments

Video Q&A

by Doug Polk

Letters

by Joe McCleskey

Quick Focus

by Joe McCleskey

Product Scene

by Joe McCleskey
  • Panasonic T130
  • Panasonic TC40
  • Sony CPJ-100
  • Mack Chicago mailers

March 1995 Table of Contents

Feature Stories

Shooting the Journey: A Guide to Vacation Video

by Jim Stinson
Join the author Jim Stinson on a journey into the land of better vacation videomaking. It's easy to shoot watchable, memorable travel videos - here's how.

Columns

Viewfinder: Who Will Make the Video?

by Matthew York
Who Will Make the Video?

Camera Work: Shot Language

by Jim Stinson
Shot Language

Pause: The Long Distance Video Guy

by Stephen Muratore
The Long Distance Video Guy

Edit Points: The Importance of Calibration

by Mark Bosko
The Importance of Calibration

Sound Reasoning: Headphone Lessons

by Mike Loehr
Headphone Lessons

Test Bench

Departments

Letters

by Emily Kendrick

Tools & Tips

by Doug Polk
Tools & Tips

Product Scene

by Joe McCleskey
  • Edmund Scientific CCD camera
  • Panazoom 455E
  • Trovato Tote Jib
  • Sony HMPX tapes
  • Quest International Pro-Shot
  • Westcott Scrim Jim

February 1995 Table of Contents

Feature Stories

Columns

Viewfinder: Missing Pieces and Parts

by Matthew York
Missing Pieces and Parts

Camera Work: Letting in Some Light

by Jim Stinson
Letting in Some Light

Pause: Eye, Mouth, Hand

by Stephen Muratore
Eye, Mouth, Hand

Profile: Hank Austin and Flightline

by John Waters
Hank Austin and Flightline

Edit Points: Editing Bureaus: Visions for Rent

by Mark Bosko
Editing Bureaus: Visions for Rent

Sound Reasoning: Interview Audio

by Mike Loehr
Interview Audio

Test Bench

Departments

Video Q&A

by Doug Polk
Video Q&A

Letters

by Crissy Follmann

Quick Focus

by Paula Lee

Product Scene

by Brett Skogen
  • Sony XV-AL100 Video Editing System
  • Musi-Q Productions Classical
  • Sony CCD-FX330
  • Seacam Subsea Systems Model Se-7 PowerStar Products Pocket Socket

January 1995 Table of Contents

Feature Stories

Making Money With Your Camcorder

by Mike Loehr
Turn your videomaking passion into payoff with these money-making tips.

How To Buy Videotape

by Glenn Calderone
There's more to the blank tape equation than just format and price - we'll help you become an informed tape buyer. Accompanied by our annual blank tape buyer's guide.

Optical Options: Lens Accessories for Camcorders

by Dave Welton
Take your images beyond the limits of your camcorder's stock lens. Join us as we explore the world of lens accessories.

Prompting Your Talent: A Look at Cue Cards, Paper Scrolls and Computer Screens

by Jim Stinson
A prompter is a sure-fire way to add professionalism to your videos. Jim Stinson surveys the prompter field, from low-buck to high-tech.

Camcorder Sounds: Understanding What Your Audio Goes Through

by Doug Polk
Do you know what an AGC is? How about depth multiplexing? If you don't know, you're in good company.

Permits and Permission: Keeping Your Videos on the Straight and Narrow

by John Waters
To protect yourself and your productions, you need a firm grasp on the legalities of video. This article will help you learn the law of the land.

Buckle Up and Shoot: How to Get Great Shots from a Moving Vehicle

by John B. Garrity
Who says cars and camcorders don't mix? Here's how to get great shots from a moving vehicle.

Columns

Video Distribution: Special Delivery

by Matthew York
Ways to get your video seen. Special interest video producers sell their tapes to mail order companies who then mail the tape to the viewers.

Putting a Camcorder in the Hands of Children

by Stephen Muratore
Get your children out from in front of a TV and behind a camcorder.

Profile: Rusty Paul and the Guitar Greats

by John Waters
Rusty Paul and the Guitar Greats

Edit Points: A Sound Investment

by Mark Bosko
A Sound Investment

Sound Reasoning: The Great Outdoors

by Doug Polk
The Great Outdoors

Test Bench

Departments

Letters

by Crissy Follmann

Tools & Tips

by Doug Polk
Tools & Tips

Quick Focus

by Paula Lee

Product Scene

by Brett Skogen
  • Panasonic DT-1300MS
  • Canon ES800
  • Lowel Fren-L 650
  • Feral Industries Hamlet 302 WVA
  • Sima Products FX-L
  • OP/TECH USA Soft Wraps