Posted by Rick Merrill on 05/08/07 14:22

Richard Crowley wrote:
> "funnypolack" wrote...
>
>> http://www.sonystyle.com/is-bin/INTERSHOP.enfinity/eCS/Store/en/-/USD/SY_DisplayProductInformation-Start?ProductSKU=ECMHW1
>>
>> anyone ever use it?
>
> I haven't.
>
>> Its very conspicuous....
>
> Presumably you mean the cube that forms the receiver?
>
> The transmitter appears to have the mic built-in which is likely OK
> if you can put it in the talker's breast pocket (or a similar location).
> But likely not very effective clipped onto a belt or in a slacks or
> skirt pocket. (Depending on what kind of sounds you are listening
> for :-)
>
> I believe it is a BlueTooth device with limited frequency response
> (likely OK for low-end speech). Note that no audio specs are
> published. That speaks volumes IMHO.
>

I'm sure it is BlueTooth, but what is a resonable range / distance
to expect?


>> will it work with a Sony VX 2100?
>
> Probably not. It looks like it wants a consumer-type active shoe
> connection. Note also that the Sony VX 2100 is NOT shown in the
> compatible cameras list.
>

I agree, FWIW:-)

> The Sony WCS-999 likely works at least as well, has a real microphone,
> is listed as compatible with VX2100, and costs half as much.
>
> The WCS-999 has the reputation for not a great signal-to-noise ratio,
> but if you are shopping for bottom-of-the-barrel wireless mics, what
> can you expect.
>
> Note that many people think that a wireless mic that costs less than
> $~450 is a disposable plastic toy. You DO get what you pay for.
>
> Since you didn't mention the application(s), you will have to make
> up your own mind if it is worth it.
>
>

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