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Sami Sanpakkila · March 24th, 2009, 04:15 AM

Hi,

I want to buy an HDTV to replace my old analog TV. I would love to be able to view full 1920x1080, 25p footage on it directly from my EX1.

I dont understand how the SDI output on EX1 relates to the common abbreaviations used with HDTV's such as HDMI etc.? Also as a side note I would love to be able to view edited material from my Dell Precision M4400 laptop that has a Display Port output (as I understand you can use a simple Display Port to HDMI adapter if necessary).

Im looking for advice on what kind of specifications I need to look out for in an HDTV in order to achieve this?

Thank you!

Sami

Piotr Wozniacki · March 24th, 2009, 04:34 AM

Sami,

Most consumer HDTV's have a couple of HDMI's and one component inputs (no SDI). So, out of the box, you could hook your EX1 using the component, or monitor from your computer using DVI->HDMI cable.

If you insist on using HD-SDI straight from the camera, wait for the NanoFlash - it has both HD-SDI and HDMI in/out (and can convert between them, too).

Paul Inglis · March 24th, 2009, 06:07 AM

I wanted to set-up a large HDTV to monitor my full 1080p footage and also to allow visitors to see my work at full 1080p. I wanted to keep the cost down and experimented a bit before settling on my current solution. I covered the key components in a short post on my web journal entitled Dual Monitor Set-Up and full HDTV Output 1080p.

However this nifty little device allows you to connect SDI to HDMI (Mini Converter).

Doug Jensen · March 24th, 2009, 06:57 AM

I have been extremely happy with this device.
AJA Video - Serial Digital Video Interface and Conversion

I use it watch the output of my EX1 and EX3 on a big Bravia monitor.
If you buy one, make sure to buy the optional power supply for another $35?? because it doesn't come with one.

I also have this one for going the other direction.
AJA Video - Serial Digital Video Interface and Conversion

It looks like prices have dropped at least $100 since I bought both of mine.

Craig Incardone · March 24th, 2009, 08:58 AM

Just bought the EX3 after selling my JVC GY 200. I wanted the 1/2 chip and
easier and more compatible system to work with other producers on my
projects as well as theirs. I also just received the Nikon adaptor for the
camera and love it! My question is, do you need rod support to mount an 80 to 400mm
lens to the camera? It seems the body mount on the EX is pretty hardy and the Nikon
lens isn't that much more weight than the standard EX lens.

Any Thoughts?

Thanks!!

Ed David · March 24th, 2009, 10:35 AM

Thank Doug!You just saved me a 2nd trip to B&H. About to buy the AJA Hi5 without the power supply. Wished B&H specified that better.

March 24th, 2009, 04:15 AM	#1
Sami Sanpakkila Major Player Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Finland Posts: 317	HDTV for EX1 Hi, I want to buy an HDTV to replace my old analog TV. I would love to be able to view full 1920x1080, 25p footage on it directly from my EX1. I dont understand how the SDI output on EX1 relates to the common abbreaviations used with HDTV's such as HDMI etc.? Also as a side note I would love to be able to view edited material from my Dell Precision M4400 laptop that has a Display Port output (as I understand you can use a simple Display Port to HDMI adapter if necessary). Im looking for advice on what kind of specifications I need to look out for in an HDTV in order to achieve this? Thank you! Sami __________________ www.samisanpakkila.com www.vimeo.com/samisanpakkila

March 24th, 2009, 04:34 AM	#2
Piotr Wozniacki Inner Circle Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Poland Posts: 4,086	Sami, Most consumer HDTV's have a couple of HDMI's and one component inputs (no SDI). So, out of the box, you could hook your EX1 using the component, or monitor from your computer using DVI->HDMI cable. If you insist on using HD-SDI straight from the camera, wait for the NanoFlash - it has both HD-SDI and HDMI in/out (and can convert between them, too). __________________ Sony PXW-FS7 \| DaVinci Resolve Studio; Magix Vegas Pro; i7-5960X CPU; 64 GB RAM; 2x GTX 1080 8GB GPU; Decklink 4K Extreme 12G; 4x 3TB WD Black in RAID 0; 1TB M.2 NVMe cache drive

March 24th, 2009, 08:58 AM	#5
Craig Incardone Tourist Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: United States Posts: 1	Sony EX3 to Nikon Adaptor Just bought the EX3 after selling my JVC GY 200. I wanted the 1/2 chip and easier and more compatible system to work with other producers on my projects as well as theirs. I also just received the Nikon adaptor for the camera and love it! My question is, do you need rod support to mount an 80 to 400mm lens to the camera? It seems the body mount on the EX is pretty hardy and the Nikon lens isn't that much more weight than the standard EX lens. Any Thoughts? Thanks!!

March 24th, 2009, 06:07 AM	#3
Paul Inglis Major Player Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: British Isles Posts: 415	I wanted to set-up a large HDTV to monitor my full 1080p footage and also to allow visitors to see my work at full 1080p. I wanted to keep the cost down and experimented a bit before settling on my current solution. I covered the key components in a short post on my web journal entitled Dual Monitor Set-Up and full HDTV Output 1080p. However this nifty little device allows you to connect SDI to HDMI (Mini Converter).

March 24th, 2009, 06:57 AM	#4
Doug Jensen Vortex Media Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 3,450	I have been extremely happy with this device. AJA Video - Serial Digital Video Interface and Conversion I use it watch the output of my EX1 and EX3 on a big Bravia monitor. If you buy one, make sure to buy the optional power supply for another $35?? because it doesn't come with one. I also have this one for going the other direction. AJA Video - Serial Digital Video Interface and Conversion It looks like prices have dropped at least $100 since I bought both of mine.

March 24th, 2009, 10:35 AM	#6
Ed David Regular Crew Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 119	Thank Doug!You just saved me a 2nd trip to B&H. About to buy the AJA Hi5 without the power supply. Wished B&H specified that better.