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=ON ASSIGNMENT: Electronic News Gathering using a Field Kit= Important information for your reference:

JVC Field camera user documentation

Miami Country Day School has 4 field kits available for check out.

To use a field camera, please check with Mrs. Long first.

BEFORE YOU START - Check the contents list and the Before You GO checklist.

Field Camera Kit Contents:
 * 1) 1 JVC Video Camera
 * 2) 2 32 gb SD Cards
 * 3) 1 Field Camera Light
 * 4) 1 Mountable Microphone
 * 5) 4 rechargable batteries
 * 6) 1 battery charger
 * 7) 1 ac power adapter
 * 8) 1 video adapter cable
 * 9) 1 handheld audio recorder
 * 10) 1 Camera bag

Before you go checklist:
 * 1) Is battery charge sufficient for your field assignment? If not, switch out the battery and charge the existing battery.
 * 2) Is the camera's SD card empty? Make sure you have sufficient storage for your expected video length.
 * 3) Is the mic set up for your interview? Are you using the built in mic or mounting the external mic through the input1 or input 2 (see page 40 of the JVC manual to check your settings.
 * 4) RUN A TEST!!!!! Take a short clip with sound check. Playback and make sure you can HEAR THE SOUND as well as see the video! If you have not sound, make sure your mic inputs are set - see page 40 of the JVC user manual pdf above.
 * 5) Close the lens cover and power down before you go out.
 * 6) Disconnect the camera from the tripod and place the camera BACK IN THE CAMERA BAG before transferring the camera to your interview location.