Watch the video above to learn more about the series, and check out the individual sections below.
Cart Components
In this section, I talk about the basic cart components, including the cart itself, racks, and power distribution. The cart I'm using is the Inovativ Echo Cart.
Here is the basic layout of the cart:
Video Distribution
In this section, I talk about video distribution on the cart using a matrix SDI router and computer IO. I'm using a Blackmagic Smart Videohub 40x40 on the cart, with a Smart Controller for distribution. Computer input and output is via a Blackmagic Ultra Studio 4K.
Here is a basic wiring diagram of the cart:
Scopes
In this section, I discuss various scope options that you might find on a DIT cart. Options shown include the Blackmagic SmartScope Duo, Leader LV5381, and Convergent Design Odyssey 7Q+.
On-Set Color Management
In this section, I discuss on-set color management hardware and software including Fuji's IS-Mini, Blackmagic's HD Link Pro, and Pomfort's LiveGrade software. I'm controlling the software and hardware with the Tangent Elements-TK panel.
Data Management
In the last section, I discuss tools for data management including card readers, RAIDs, and LTO drives. I show the Sonnet Echo reader, a Pegasus RAID, and the Mlogic MTape LTO drive.
If you're interested in diving deeper into the tools and technology and every DIT needs to know, check out our DIT & Engineering workshops coming up soon in NY, LA and Chicago!
