AT Pro 88 a good wireless? at DVinfo.net

Torsten Blomfeldt · July 20th, 2003, 02:43 AM

Look at this address and read about Pro 88:

http://www.equipmentemporium.com/wireless1.htm

Is AT Pro 88 a good choice for my coming Canon XM2?

Anyone have experience of that wireless mic.?

Or heard anything of it?

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And one more question: Can I use any wireless mic. to a Canon XM2 (GL2)?

Nathan Gifford · July 20th, 2003, 09:33 AM

It is a VHF system. If you can use a VHF system in your area without problems, then go for it.

That aside, I would recommend UHF systems as you are much more likely to get good service. Generally, the cheapest UHF systems start around $400 USD.

Mike Rehmus · July 20th, 2003, 11:15 AM

Nathan is telling you that VHF is not generally a good choice. Were I you, I'd heed his advice.

You can use any wireless microphone to drive your camera as long as you can get the correct output cable or modify it with adaptors.

Torsten Blomfeldt · July 20th, 2003, 12:15 PM

Nathan: "If you can use a VHF system in your area without problems, then go for it."

Please, I am a newbie, how can I know if I must use VHF or UHF in my area?

And do you mean that wireless microfones is limited to the area where you live? So what happen if I travel to other countries with my wireless mic.?

Mike Rehmus · July 20th, 2003, 01:28 PM

UHF is normally less prone to interference from other sources of radio frequency interference. Always chose UHF over VHF if you have a choice.

Every nation has different rules and frequency allotments. A radio transmitter that is legal in one country may not be legal in another. Sennheiser may be able to help you answer where your transmitter would be legal. They may be able to guide you on a choice of frequency ranges that will work best in all the countries you in which you will use the system.

Nathan Gifford · July 20th, 2003, 05:25 PM

One of the best resources for wireless mics are local musician shops. Musicians live by their wireless systems and if they are having problems with a particular mode, you will too.

Another thing to consider is how you will use the system. If you are able to set up every shot, some people will use a lav mic with a MD recorder. You then synchronize the audio with the video by using a clapboard.

Torsten Blomfeldt · July 21st, 2003, 12:30 AM

"local musician shops". Thank's for this tip! I will use it.

"some people will use a lav mic with a MD recorder. You then synchronize the audio with the video by using a clapboard."

That look very interesting. But is it not possible to synchronize the audio (from a MD recorder) with the video only by using a program like Vegas 4.0?

Do I must have a clapboard?

And can you tell me more about a MD recorder in use with a camcorder? What is the advantage and disadvantage with that type of audio in filming?

Michael Wisniewski · July 21st, 2003, 02:50 AM

You can just sync the sound in Vegas visually without using the clap board.

The clapboard just makes it easier since it creates a unique and visually large waveform at the beginning of the soundtrack.

Brian Boals · July 27th, 2003, 04:32 PM

I am using the AT Pro88W. Plugs right in on my XL1s, of course it's not stereo. Works great and only cost $110.

I have seen both UHF and VHF become directional in reception (and have mute areas) when under a temporary tent like those sometimes used at weddings and meetings. You might have to move the transmitter around on the persons body for best transmission.

Ciao, Brian

Adam Pelka · May 24th, 2007, 12:55 PM

I just tested this Pro88W.
My conclusion is :
If you not moving your camera and also the person with wireless microphone is not changing their position than the system is OK.
But if the camera or the person with microphone is moving than from time to time there is loud short hissing noise.
Not recommended for videotaping important events as wedding ect.

July 20th, 2003, 02:43 AM	#1
Torsten Blomfeldt Regular Crew Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Sweden Posts: 34	AT Pro 88 a good wireless? Look at this address and read about Pro 88: http://www.equipmentemporium.com/wireless1.htm Is AT Pro 88 a good choice for my coming Canon XM2? Anyone have experience of that wireless mic.? Or heard anything of it? .......................... And one more question: Can I use any wireless mic. to a Canon XM2 (GL2)? __________________ "The artist is nothing without the gift, but the gift is nothing without work."

July 20th, 2003, 09:33 AM	#2
Nathan Gifford Wrangler Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Tickfaw, LA Posts: 1,217	It is a VHF system. If you can use a VHF system in your area without problems, then go for it. That aside, I would recommend UHF systems as you are much more likely to get good service. Generally, the cheapest UHF systems start around $400 USD. __________________ Nathan Gifford Southern Cyclist Magazine & Productions For quick answers try our Search! To see me and Rob Lohman click here

July 20th, 2003, 11:15 AM	#3
Mike Rehmus Wrangler Join Date: May 2002 Location: Vallejo, California Posts: 4,049	Nathan is telling you that VHF is not generally a good choice. Were I you, I'd heed his advice. You can use any wireless microphone to drive your camera as long as you can get the correct output cable or modify it with adaptors. __________________ Mike Rehmus Hey, I can see the carrot at the end of the tunnel!

July 20th, 2003, 12:15 PM	#4
Torsten Blomfeldt Regular Crew Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Sweden Posts: 34	How to know? Nathan: "If you can use a VHF system in your area without problems, then go for it." Please, I am a newbie, how can I know if I must use VHF or UHF in my area? And do you mean that wireless microfones is limited to the area where you live? So what happen if I travel to other countries with my wireless mic.? __________________ "The artist is nothing without the gift, but the gift is nothing without work."

July 20th, 2003, 01:28 PM	#5
Mike Rehmus Wrangler Join Date: May 2002 Location: Vallejo, California Posts: 4,049	UHF is normally less prone to interference from other sources of radio frequency interference. Always chose UHF over VHF if you have a choice. Every nation has different rules and frequency allotments. A radio transmitter that is legal in one country may not be legal in another. Sennheiser may be able to help you answer where your transmitter would be legal. They may be able to guide you on a choice of frequency ranges that will work best in all the countries you in which you will use the system. __________________ Mike Rehmus Hey, I can see the carrot at the end of the tunnel!

July 20th, 2003, 05:25 PM	#6
Nathan Gifford Wrangler Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Tickfaw, LA Posts: 1,217	One of the best resources for wireless mics are local musician shops. Musicians live by their wireless systems and if they are having problems with a particular mode, you will too. Another thing to consider is how you will use the system. If you are able to set up every shot, some people will use a lav mic with a MD recorder. You then synchronize the audio with the video by using a clapboard. __________________ Nathan Gifford Southern Cyclist Magazine & Productions For quick answers try our Search! To see me and Rob Lohman click here

July 21st, 2003, 12:30 AM	#7
Torsten Blomfeldt Regular Crew Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Sweden Posts: 34	MD recorder? "local musician shops". Thank's for this tip! I will use it. "some people will use a lav mic with a MD recorder. You then synchronize the audio with the video by using a clapboard." That look very interesting. But is it not possible to synchronize the audio (from a MD recorder) with the video only by using a program like Vegas 4.0? Do I must have a clapboard? And can you tell me more about a MD recorder in use with a camcorder? What is the advantage and disadvantage with that type of audio in filming? __________________ "The artist is nothing without the gift, but the gift is nothing without work."

July 21st, 2003, 02:50 AM	#8
Michael Wisniewski Wrangler Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Makati, Metro Manila Posts: 2,706 Images: 32	You can just sync the sound in Vegas visually without using the clap board. The clapboard just makes it easier since it creates a unique and visually large waveform at the beginning of the soundtrack. __________________ "Ultimately, the most extraordinary thing, in a frame, is a human being." - Martin Scorsese

July 27th, 2003, 04:32 PM	#9
Brian Boals New Boot Join Date: May 2003 Location: 1000 Oaks, CA Posts: 16	I am using the AT Pro88W. Plugs right in on my XL1s, of course it's not stereo. Works great and only cost $110. I have seen both UHF and VHF become directional in reception (and have mute areas) when under a temporary tent like those sometimes used at weddings and meetings. You might have to move the transmitter around on the persons body for best transmission. Ciao, Brian

May 24th, 2007, 12:55 PM	#10
Adam Pelka New Boot Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Worcester, MA USA Posts: 5	AT Pro88W - OK if you or a talent not moving I just tested this Pro88W. My conclusion is : If you not moving your camera and also the person with wireless microphone is not changing their position than the system is OK. But if the camera or the person with microphone is moving than from time to time there is loud short hissing noise. Not recommended for videotaping important events as wedding ect.