Posted by Ryan Boni on 03/22/07 02:08

Hey EHSTC,

We've used a Panasonic MX-70 in our control room everyday for the last
couple of years (although I'm not a fan of it & will be replacing it
soon and relagating it to remote duty where it is better suited), so I
can answer any specific questions you may have. There's also a lot of
stuff that the manual does not address.

A few more bits of info could help us in the newsgroup get you moving:

What switcher did you have before?

How much familiarity do you have with switcher set-ups and operation?

What types of programs/projects are you looking to use the MX-70 for?
(talk shows, news/morning announcements, etc.)

Did you guys get the regular composite set-up of the switcher (or did
you get the SDI expansion card)? Using SDI, Y/C or component limits
you to just 4 inputs on the switcher. Using composite gives you full
access to all 8 inputs.

Did you get the 3D effects card or no?

Do you have (or are planning to have) a CG feeding the switcher? And
if so, what CG are you using? Does it have a key output?

Are you planning to use the audio mixer built in or do you have a
separate audio board? (Why the audio mixer takes up so much space on
the switcher is beyond me, but I understand that Panasonic was trying
to make a complete all-in-one production unit)

Please give a little more info about the planned set-up and how much
experience you have with switchers so I can have a starting point, and
I'll be glad to give any additional help I can.

Ryan Boni
Public Access Director
Peters Township Community Television

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