2008Cameras (Film/Video/HD) forum
Managing multicamera cable connections on the Panasonic HPX2000 camera rig
18 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
What the thread found
- When setting up a multicamera configuration with the HPX2000, the equipment supervisor will typically provide a bundled loom of cables including remote control, timecode, video, audio, and genlock connections.
- Separate out only the cables you actually need from the supplied loom rather than using all of them.
- Minimize the number of cables directly attached to the camera body to maintain mobility and control.
- BNC cables can be barreled to mini cables to reduce clutter.
- The remote cable is often inflexible and too short, making it the most problematic component.
- Heavy cables and excess loom can be connected to a removable block mounted on the back of the camera operator's vest rather than the camera itself.
- Negotiating with the engineering team to use only essential cables like video, timecode, and remote control rather than the full bundle can prevent control difficulties.
Depends on
- Discussion involves both HPX3000 and HPX2000 models; specific differences not detailed.
- Photos referenced in the thread are no longer accessible via the provided links.
- The remote cable issue appears to vary depending on equipment supplier and specific multicamera setup.
- Some advice based on individual operator preference rather than documented specifications.