Shorter XH-A1 aftermarket component cables for field monitor at DVinfo.net

Brandon Paschal · July 21st, 2007, 10:27 PM

I have recently received an 8" field monitor that utilizes BNC component inputs. I am very excited to begin shooting with the monitor; however, the factory component cables that come with the XH-A1 are simply too long to use in the field (Canon DTC-1000, http://www.calumetphoto.com/item/EC7670).

Does anyone know of a shorter aftermarket cable that can be used while still maximizing the video output to the monitor?

I'm assuming I would still use the same output port from the camcorder. (BTW, I am not certain what the that output port is called).

Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks,

--Brandon

Jerome Cloninger · July 22nd, 2007, 06:00 AM

If you're pretty handy, you can buy that cable and cut them down to size. If you don't know how find someone who is handy with cables and let them do it. ITs not hard really, but you just have to be careful.

BTW, what monitor did you get?

Brandon Paschal · July 22nd, 2007, 10:07 AM

Jerome,

I appreciate the response. I just didn't know if there was an actual cable out there to support the cause. I can't say I'm handy enough to go about it on my own, but perhaps I can find someone. Still thought I'd try to find a quick hardware solution.

As far as the monitor - I risked it and purchased the ikan 8000hd. I read all types of posts re: the ability to focus w/ an on-camera monitor. I was skeptical at first, but I believe the ikan can get me close enough. Combined with the LCD resolution, I think I'll be ok with the ikan. It was tough for me to justify the 2x cost to get something better. I will however say that the color leaves a lot to be desired, but again, for framing and 90% focus, I'm good. I'm just looking for a flip mount and I'll be good to go.

BTW, I'm a fan of your trailers!

--Brandon

Jerome Cloninger · July 22nd, 2007, 10:20 AM

I could possibly do this for you if you want. Email me and we'll talk about it. I doubt there is a ready made cable that is short with that Canon connector. Who knows though.

Glad you like the trailers! I'm in the process of making a 720p embedded flash trailer for the HD Demo page on my site... almost there!

Michael Friedman · July 22nd, 2007, 02:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brandon Paschal

Does anyone know of a shorter aftermarket cable that can be used while still maximizing the video output to the monitor?

--Brandon

There was just a post on another site about this.

There is a very short cable option...

You are looking for a "D4 to Component Female pigtail cable" or AVPD4CF

then you will need to 'reverse genders' on that with an RCA coupler.

Brandon Paschal · July 29th, 2007, 05:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Michael Friedman

There was just a post on another site about this.

There is a very short cable option...

You are looking for a "D4 to Component Female pigtail cable" or AVPD4CF

then you will need to 'reverse genders' on that with an RCA coupler.

Mike,

Thanks for your help. I found a site that supplies those .... you're help is definitely appreciated!

http://www.digitalconnection.com/sto...T=DVD%20PLAYER

--Brandon

July 21st, 2007, 10:27 PM	#1
Brandon Paschal Regular Crew Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 77	Shorter XH-A1 aftermarket component cables for field monitor I have recently received an 8" field monitor that utilizes BNC component inputs. I am very excited to begin shooting with the monitor; however, the factory component cables that come with the XH-A1 are simply too long to use in the field (Canon DTC-1000, http://www.calumetphoto.com/item/EC7670). Does anyone know of a shorter aftermarket cable that can be used while still maximizing the video output to the monitor? I'm assuming I would still use the same output port from the camcorder. (BTW, I am not certain what the that output port is called). Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, --Brandon __________________ p-films.com. Canon T2i f2.8 17-55, f1.4 50mm, Cool Lights LEDs

July 22nd, 2007, 06:00 AM	#2
Jerome Cloninger Major Player Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: East TN Posts: 415	If you're pretty handy, you can buy that cable and cut them down to size. If you don't know how find someone who is handy with cables and let them do it. ITs not hard really, but you just have to be careful. BTW, what monitor did you get? __________________ Jerome www.jeromecloninger.com

July 22nd, 2007, 10:07 AM	#3
Brandon Paschal Regular Crew Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 77	The ikan ... Jerome, I appreciate the response. I just didn't know if there was an actual cable out there to support the cause. I can't say I'm handy enough to go about it on my own, but perhaps I can find someone. Still thought I'd try to find a quick hardware solution. As far as the monitor - I risked it and purchased the ikan 8000hd. I read all types of posts re: the ability to focus w/ an on-camera monitor. I was skeptical at first, but I believe the ikan can get me close enough. Combined with the LCD resolution, I think I'll be ok with the ikan. It was tough for me to justify the 2x cost to get something better. I will however say that the color leaves a lot to be desired, but again, for framing and 90% focus, I'm good. I'm just looking for a flip mount and I'll be good to go. BTW, I'm a fan of your trailers! --Brandon __________________ p-films.com. Canon T2i f2.8 17-55, f1.4 50mm, Cool Lights LEDs

July 22nd, 2007, 10:20 AM	#4
Jerome Cloninger Major Player Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: East TN Posts: 415	I could possibly do this for you if you want. Email me and we'll talk about it. I doubt there is a ready made cable that is short with that Canon connector. Who knows though. Glad you like the trailers! I'm in the process of making a 720p embedded flash trailer for the HD Demo page on my site... almost there! __________________ Jerome www.jeromecloninger.com