Portable DVD Player as Monitor?

Nathaniel McInnes · July 20th, 2006, 09:58 AM

Dont laugh at this but i use this all the time. i use a black and white battery powered Portable tv that cam free with my mums new credit card. (one of those free gifts)

Brian Luce · July 20th, 2006, 06:24 PM

i'm looking for a monitor solution too. but aren't those dvd players small? 6" screens or something? I've found 9" sony monitors barely big enough to compose a shot and check for make up smudges etc.

Michael Pennington · October 25th, 2006, 03:03 AM

I have read many threads about using a cheap portable DVD player as a monitor for the GL2. Can someone recommend a cheap out-of-the-box solution? If you can tell me specific models that would be great.

Also, if someone knows of a cheap remote dvd monitoring solution that would be even better. I guess i could run long cables but that would suck! LOL

Don Palomaki · October 25th, 2006, 04:22 AM

Sony offered a cordless IR video links (transmitter & receiver) at one time. WouLd be line of sight. Model numbers began with something line IFT and IFR.I do nto know if they are still on the market,

Use of a DVD player as a monitor adds weight and bulk, but can work if more portability is not needed. Some people use small screen (e.g., 3"-5") dedicate LED monitors. A search may pull up some threads on the subject.

As to sources, in the USA, I see COSTCO an amny of the big consumer electronics stores often have portable DVD players in stock.

Michael Pennington · October 25th, 2006, 04:50 AM

Can you recommend a model at costco? I assume i'll be using Svideo right?

Graham Bernard · October 25th, 2006, 11:20 AM

I use one of these:-

http://www.pricerunner.co.uk/sound-a.../586182/prices

Velcro-ed to one of these:-

http://www.avsupplystore.com/delv-bpca.html

Which is powered by the biggest one of these:-
http://www.hahnel.ie/index.cfm?actio...ygroup&mbid=17

Supported by a system I designed from parts utilizing this system:-
http://www.ram-mount-uk.com/ram-b-149z-c1.htm

Connected by the right-angled multi and chopping of the unnecessary:-
http://www.flatbatt.co.uk/Leads-cabl.../video-35.html

. . and soldering the YELLOW to this right-angle 3.5mm mono mini jack:-
http://www.maplin.co.uk/Module.aspx?...mini&doy=25m10

Result?

A bigger screen that provides me with a more "natural" view of the World than my piddly 2.4" LCD; in a 16:9 version which aint elongated; for a price that I could afford; with parts that are completely interchangeable and when I get bored with the shoot I can turn on the TV! Is it a MARSHALL or a NEBTEC or a TELETEST? Nope - it sure aint! However, for the prince and time I spent it was ALMOST worth it. Least ways if any of these "cheap" items go pphut, then I can easily and cheaply replace.

John B. Stambaugh · November 3rd, 2006, 02:23 PM

Graham

Could we see a picture or two of the final result?

John

Graham Bernard · November 3rd, 2006, 03:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by John B. Stambaugh

Graham

Could we see a picture or two of the final result?

John

Sure. I''m just in the throes of cannabilizing the parts to fit my newly acquired SpiderBrace. As Soon as I'm done I'll reassemble it for the above. I got wires, Velcro, in-line plugs, water pipe retaining clamps ( just DON'T ask!) and this evening's meal strewn over our large dining table!

Tomorrow it's "Out with the soldering iron and meter" and by ooooh 4:00pm on with the Matt Black paint.

G

Harold Schreiber · November 4th, 2006, 04:57 PM

Hi Michael,

Where do you want to mount it ??

I've made a couple of setups to mount small monitors to the TriPod, or to a second TriPod. Or even next to the Cam.

Harold

Dale Guthormsen · November 9th, 2006, 10:39 AM

I was looking on e bay last night at xl2 accessories and there are 7 in lcd kits for 159 dollars.

Bradley D Barber · November 20th, 2006, 04:21 PM

Graham,

Please send a photo when you can. I would love to see your rig set up like this! What is your total added wieght? Great engineering!

Until the pics!

Bradley

Graham Bernard · November 20th, 2006, 05:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bradley D Barber

Graham,

Please send a photo when you can. I would love to see your rig set up like this! What is your total added wieght? Great engineering!

Until the pics!

Bradley

Aw, shucks, sorry Guys!!

I did some real dodgy photography of it, with my other XM2, saw how good others do theirs, felt ashamed . . however . . I'll have it up in the next 24 hours . .promise! ( Now where DID I leave Jacks Bowers cell-number?)

Graham Bernard · November 21st, 2006, 07:41 AM

NOT my most serious piece of work to date - oh no! . ..

But BE happy for me!!

Grazie

Dale Guthormsen · November 22nd, 2006, 10:06 PM

Grazie,

I loved your little clip!! I had a couple good chuckles. How do you like the spider brace?? I have a shoulder brace from varizoom and its ok but it is a little long to toe around loose in the truck.

Graham Bernard · November 23rd, 2006, 01:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dale Guthormsen

Grazie,

I loved your little clip!! I had a couple good chuckles. How do you like the spider brace?? I have a shoulder brace from varizoom and its ok but it is a little long to toe around loose in the truck.

Thanks Dale! - It was meant as a chuckle too. The photography stinks and it is ALL over the place in terms of sequencing, but I hope it does demonstrate the use of the screens and the ease when used in conjunction with a shoulder support - here the SpiderBrace.

Now the SpiderBrace! What can I say.

I LOVE it!

I have one of my cameras semi-permanently screwed to it it now. I have now done videoing capturing the antics of our MAD ducks - and they are fairly bonkers. I have used it for up to 2 hour sessions at a time, and with short periods of rest, have found it a pleasure. The secret is the LARGE 7" monitor that I use for solely framing and push focusing.

And yes, the length is a bit restrictive, but here again you CAN unscrew this later model's rear extension. That DOES add to its convenience - but I don't bother. The thing to recognise it that made from some kind of high impact, plastic piping it is VERY light to start with.

Thanks for watching!

G

October 25th, 2006, 03:03 AM	#78
Michael Pennington Regular Crew Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 26	DVD Monitor I have read many threads about using a cheap portable DVD player as a monitor for the GL2. Can someone recommend a cheap out-of-the-box solution? If you can tell me specific models that would be great. Also, if someone knows of a cheap remote dvd monitoring solution that would be even better. I guess i could run long cables but that would suck! LOL

October 25th, 2006, 04:22 AM	#79
Don Palomaki Wrangler Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Northern VA Posts: 4,488	Sony offered a cordless IR video links (transmitter & receiver) at one time. WouLd be line of sight. Model numbers began with something line IFT and IFR.I do nto know if they are still on the market, Use of a DVD player as a monitor adds weight and bulk, but can work if more portability is not needed. Some people use small screen (e.g., 3"-5") dedicate LED monitors. A search may pull up some threads on the subject. As to sources, in the USA, I see COSTCO an amny of the big consumer electronics stores often have portable DVD players in stock. __________________ dpalomaki@dspalomaki.com

October 25th, 2006, 04:50 AM	#80
Michael Pennington Regular Crew Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 26	Recommend a model at costco Can you recommend a model at costco? I assume i'll be using Svideo right?

November 3rd, 2006, 02:23 PM	#82
John B. Stambaugh Tourist Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Enid, OK, USA Posts: 4	Final result Graham Could we see a picture or two of the final result? John

November 9th, 2006, 10:39 AM	#85
Dale Guthormsen Inner Circle Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Saskatchewan Posts: 3,048	7 in lcd I was looking on e bay last night at xl2 accessories and there are 7 in lcd kits for 159 dollars. __________________ DATS ALL FOLKS Dale W. Guthormsen

July 20th, 2006, 09:58 AM	#76
Nathaniel McInnes Regular Crew Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Taffs well, Wales Posts: 190	Dont laugh at this but i use this all the time. i use a black and white battery powered Portable tv that cam free with my mums new credit card. (one of those free gifts)

July 20th, 2006, 06:24 PM	#77
Brian Luce Inner Circle Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 2,290	i'm looking for a monitor solution too. but aren't those dvd players small? 6" screens or something? I've found 9" sony monitors barely big enough to compose a shot and check for make up smudges etc.

October 25th, 2006, 11:20 AM	#81
Graham Bernard Old Boot Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: London UK Posts: 3,633	I use one of these:- http://www.pricerunner.co.uk/sound-a.../586182/prices Velcro-ed to one of these:- http://www.avsupplystore.com/delv-bpca.html Which is powered by the biggest one of these:- http://www.hahnel.ie/index.cfm?actio...ygroup&mbid=17 Supported by a system I designed from parts utilizing this system:- http://www.ram-mount-uk.com/ram-b-149z-c1.htm Connected by the right-angled multi and chopping of the unnecessary:- http://www.flatbatt.co.uk/Leads-cabl.../video-35.html . . and soldering the YELLOW to this right-angle 3.5mm mono mini jack:- http://www.maplin.co.uk/Module.aspx?...mini&doy=25m10 Result? A bigger screen that provides me with a more "natural" view of the World than my piddly 2.4" LCD; in a 16:9 version which aint elongated; for a price that I could afford; with parts that are completely interchangeable and when I get bored with the shoot I can turn on the TV! Is it a MARSHALL or a NEBTEC or a TELETEST? Nope - it sure aint! However, for the prince and time I spent it was ALMOST worth it. Least ways if any of these "cheap" items go pphut, then I can easily and cheaply replace.

November 4th, 2006, 04:57 PM	#84
Harold Schreiber Major Player Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Olathe, Kansas Posts: 309	Hi Michael, Where do you want to mount it ?? I've made a couple of setups to mount small monitors to the TriPod, or to a second TriPod. Or even next to the Cam. Harold

November 20th, 2006, 04:21 PM	#86
Bradley D Barber Regular Crew Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Washington Posts: 117	Graham, Please send a photo when you can. I would love to see your rig set up like this! What is your total added wieght? Great engineering! Until the pics! Bradley

November 22nd, 2006, 10:06 PM	#89
Dale Guthormsen Inner Circle Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Saskatchewan Posts: 3,048	spider brace Grazie, I loved your little clip!! I had a couple good chuckles. How do you like the spider brace?? I have a shoulder brace from varizoom and its ok but it is a little long to toe around loose in the truck. __________________ DATS ALL FOLKS Dale W. Guthormsen