Canon 7D goes to DataVideo’s HD Seminar

EOS 7D shoots demo of HS-2000 which is then projected live for participants to watch

We were in for a treat: DataVideo brought in their newest, most innovative and highly regarded product, the HS 2000 'swticher in a box'. It comes with HDMI inputs/outputs and what better way to show everyone the flexibility of the HS2000 than by hooking it up with Canon's EOS 7D, another product that arrived ahead of its time.

We had the EOS 7D connected with the HS2000 video switcher in addition to two other actual video cameras. So there we were, full HD video signal streaming out of the EOS 7D through its HDMI port.

Everyone is intrigued by the EOS 7D demo which is now encased in the Cinema Field Kit

The DataVideo HD Seminar was organised by Graphics Vision, the distributor of DataVision products in Malaysia. Its Managing Director gave guests a brief rundown of what to expect and also announced the status of WolFang Digital as Authorised Training Centre for GrassValley.

Ultra cool and reasonably priced gadget- TLM700HD 7" Hi-Def LCD

Mr. Yee did a decidedly wonderful thing, he slashed the price of the HS-2000 by a significant amount. Much applaud and murmurs of approval followed, as it should. If you are interested in the HS-2000, call GraphicsVision at 603 - 7727 1868

DataVideo HS-2000: 5 HD Channel Mobile Studio

Mr. Frank Lin himself, the Managing Director of DataVideo (Singapore), gave us an impressive presentation of DataVideo's products and clientele worldwide. Later, he showed us the major and most sought after DataVideo products like the DN60, a that enabled tape based video cameras to shoot directly into CF cards, thereby eliminating the tedious process of digitising from tape.

DN-60 HDV/SD CF Card Video Recorder

The highlight of the seminar was of course the HS-2000 demo and it didn't disappoint. 3 technicians from DataVideo Singapore gave switched live video feeds from 4 video cameras, including the EOS 7D. Everything was real time of course, including transitions and lower 3rd titles.

Giving guests a demo on using the microShoulderMount with EOS 7D

We were providing a close-up view of the HS-2000 as they showed off its capabilities. With 4 HD-SDI inputs, 2 HD-SDI outputs, a 17" LCD, Lumakey function and text overlay, this is truly a portable studio! Read more about it here: DataVideo HS-2000

Another successfully organised event by the folks at GraphicsVision and DataVideo

We recorded participants having a closer look at the displays. Shooting this event with the micorShoulderMount from RedRock Micro was easy enough. The rig did a great job at transforming the EOS 7D into a much more ergonomic platform. Attendees were intrigued by our HD DSLR film making capability and asked interesting questions.

The entire day was great fun for us; being around so many state-of-the-art equipment that are supported by equally high-tech companies.