Panasonic AG-HVX200A High Definition P2 Camcorder

1/3" 3-CCD 16:9 HD/DVCPRO/DV Cinema P2 Camera with CineSwitchTM Technology, CineGammaTM Software and IEEE 1394 Interface.

Includes 2 batteries, 2 16GB P2 Storage Cards, AC power connection/charger, standard lens, and built-in stereo microphone. See accessories below for optional shotgun or wireless microphones.

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Click here for the Panasonic AG-HVX200A instruction manual (.pdf apx 15.8MB)

Sony HVR-Z1U High Definition Camcorder

3 chip (3 CCD) Professional HDV 1080i High Definition Camcorder for use with Mini-DV video tapes. This model will also record in standard definition.

Includes 2 batteries, AC power connection/charger, standard lens, and built-in stereo microphone. See accessories below for optional shotgun or wireless microphones.

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Panasonic Professional AG-DVX100B, AG-DVX100A, DVX100

1/3" 3-CCD 24P/30P/60i DV Cinema Camera with CineSwitchTM Technology, CineGammaTM Software and IEEE 1394 (Firewire) Interface.

Includes 2 batteries, AC power connection/charger, standard lens, and built-in stereo microphone. See accessories below for optional shotgun or wireless microphones.

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Sony Professional DSR-PD170


1/3" 3 chip (3 CCD) Professional Mini-DV Camcorder.

Includes 2 batteries, AC power connection/charger, standard lens, wide angle lens, and a Sony mono directional microphone that attaches to the top of the camera. See accessories below for optional shotgun or wireless microphones.

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Click here for the Sony DSR-PD170 instruction manual (.pdf apx 4.9MB)

Sony DSR500ws / DSR570ws

3 chip (3 CCD) Professional DV Camcorder for use with full size digital video tapes.

Includes 3 batteries and AC power connection/charger.

Samsung SC-L906 Hi8mm / 8mm Video Camcorder

Perfect for transfer of old Hi8 and standard 8mm video tapes.

Camera Features Include:

Fully compatible with Hi8 and standard 8mm video tapes.
2.5" color LCD side monitor.
22x optical zoom and 880x digital zoom.
Picture effect functions & picture-in-picture capability.
Audio, Video and S-Video out for dubbing to a VCR or for viewing on any standard TV with A/V inputs
Built in light for night recording.
Compact palm size design for comfortable mobility.

Kit includes 2 batteries, AC charger/power supply, & audio/video cable.

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Panasonic PV-GS39 Mini DV Digital Video Camcorder
This is a consumer grade small format Mini-DV camcorder ideal for travel or applications where the full size professional grade camcorders listed below are not required.

Camera Features Include:

2.7" color LCD side monitor
30x optical zoom and 1000x digital zoom
Digital & picture effect Functions
Audio/Video out for dubbing to a VCR or for viewing on any standard TV with A/V inputs
Built in EfficiBright LED Light for night recording.
"Firewire" digital interface terminal (In/Out) for computer interface & download of video.
Memory card compatible for still images. (Memory card not included)
"USB" connection for transferring digital still photos.
Battery life for continuous record time is specified by the manufacturer at 1:25-1:50 with standard battery and 2;30 - 3:10 with included high capacity battery.
Camcorder can also operate on AC power.
Compact palm size design for comfortable mobility.

Kit includes 2 batteries, AC charger/power supply, & audio/video cable.

A USB cable, firewire cable, or S-Video cable are also available at no charge upon your request.

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Many other models available for mini DV, full size DV, and beta recording systems.
Call us at 1-800-709-9599 for additional information and rates.

Bogen/Manfrotto 681B Professional 3 Section Monopod.

Maximum height: 63.4 in
Minimum height: 26.4 in
Weight: 1.8 lbs
Load capacity: 26.5 lbs

Compatible with all AV Chicago camcorders and most other video, digital, and film cameras.

Ultimate Support / K&M Adjustable Lightweight
Microphone Fishpole with Universal Mic Shockmount

The Ultimate 23760B is a microphone fish pole for recording, broadcasting, and video / film audio. This fishpole boom features lightweight, adjustable three-section tubing with two textured handgrips and locking rings for quick, secure adjustability and convenient maneuvering and placement of the microphone.

Fishpole includes a carry bag with shoulder strap and an Audio Technica AT8410a universal microphone shock mount to hold most microphones.

Mic clip thread at the end of the pole is industry standard to accept all standard mic clips allowing use of the microphone and microphone mount of your choice.

Adjustable length is from 37" to 10'-6"; weight is 2 lbs, excluding microphone and shockmount.

Audio-Technica ATR55 Budget Shotgun Microphone.

Designed especially for use with consumer grade video cameras having an 1/8" mini connector microphone input.

Two range settings: "Normal" for close- to medium-distance recording; "Tele" for long-distance "Shotgun" pickup

Camera-mount, pistol-grip stand clamp, foam windscreen, battery and 1/8" mono to stereo phone plug adapter included.

Compatible with some consumer grade video camcorder models. Not compatible with most professional 3 chip cameras.

This kit includes the popular ME66 shotgun microphone with K6 power module and the MZW66 "Pro Foam" windscreen.

This microphone is especially suitable for reporting, film and broadcast location applications and for picking up quiet signals in noisy or acoustically live environments as it discriminates against sound not emanating from the main pick-up direction.

This microphone is specifically intended for use with professional cameras having a 3 pin XLR industry standard microphone input such as all of the 3 chip cameras shown on this page.

Features:

Super-cardioid pick-up pattern
Highly directional
Low inherent self-noise
High sensitivity
Wide frequency response
Phantom or battery powered.
3 Pin Standard XLR Output.
Includes camera mount and mount for standard mic/boom stands.

Sennheiser EW 100 G3 Series UHF Wireless Microphone System for Broadcast, Electronic News Gathering, Video, and Film

This system was designed for broadcasters, electronic news gathering (ENG), videographers, and film makers. The portable UHF wireless receiver provides the perfect combination of crystal-clear audio and rugged dependability for providing wireless microphone connections to video cameras and for other applications where a battery operated wireless receiver is required.

This wireless kit can be rented in two configurations. The lapel configuration includes a compact body pack transmitter and a Sennheiser ME 2 barely visible clip-on omnidirectional microphone. The hand microphone configuration includes a Sennheiser SKM100/865-G3 hand held super cardioid condenser microphone.

AV Chicago offers these Sennheiser wireless mic systems in the 626-668 UHF frequency range.

Click here for the Sennheiser User Guide/Manual (5.2MB)

Click Here for The AV Chicago Microphones Web Page for information on
other wired and wireless microphone systems available from AV Chicago.

The HVL-LBP LED Light System features a wide uniform light for 16:9 aspect and 600 lx at 1m brightness.

Features:

Ideal for wide-angle shooting

Uniform lighting over the entire projected area

Spotlight projection with supplied condensing lens attached

Light diffuser attached to soften shadows and reduce contrast

Battery can be installed on the light assembly or used remotely on a belt or attached to a tripod using the included battery adapter cable kit.

Long operating time: approximately 2.5 hours with the NP-F970 (at maximum brightness).

Your rental will include two Sony NP-F970 batteries and a battery charger.

Lowel 4 Light Kit:

The 4 light kit is ideal for lighting mid-sized rooms and sets, two person interviews, or for 3 point lighting with an additional background light.

The 4 light kit includes:
  2 750w Tota-lights with protective screen
  2 500w focusable Omni-lights with/ barn door and protective screen
  4 Stands
  4 AC cables
  1 Spare Tota Lamp and 1 Spare Omni Lamp

Lowel 3 Light Kit:

The 3 light kit works well for 3 point lighting with a single subject, or for lighting small and mid-sized rooms and sets.

The 3 light kit includes:
  2 750w Tota-lights with protective screen
  1 500w focusable Omni-lights with barn door and protective screen
  3 Stands
  3 AC cables
  1 Spare Tota Lamp and 1 Spare Omni Lamp

Lighting kit accessories available upon request at no charge with the above lighting kit rentals:

-Tota Umbrellas -Tota Gel Frames -Tota Mount

-Omni Half Scrims -Omni Full Scrims -Tota Clamp

Lowel Soft Box Rifa Light Kit:

The soft box Rifa light kit includes:
  1 Rifa eX 55 (LC-55EX)
  1 500w, 120v lamp (EHC)
  1 KS Jr. Stand (DT-33)
  1 DP Lampak (D2-61)
  1 Rifa Small Tube Case (R1-82)

Greenscreen Kit

10' X 12' Muslin Green Screen Kit with & Support Stand

Dimensions - Fully extended: 10' x 12'.
Lowest position: 3' 11" x 4' 6".

Tripod sides fold down to 3' 9" and the crossbar folds down to 4' 6" for convenient transportation in it's easy to carry case.

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