Anyone using the Totevision HD LCD yet?

Well,
it could be the battey I have, but since there are no specs listed, I can´t tell or sure...
The kit I got had a bag AND a seperate sunshade (though I don´t really like it, it has to be velcroed to the monitor, doesn´t fit perfectly and doesn´t always stay in place...) but all from Varizoom...
I can´t see why using the VidLed adapter could damage the TFT, it takes up to 12V the Pana delivers 7,2V (but maybe using lower voltage is dangerous too...?)
The nice thing for me about the small Varizoom battery is that it screws between the TFT and the camera and keeps the slim form factor...
The Monitor is LED backlit so the little battery keeps it running for up to 4 hours (tested and proven)
Hope that helps...
 
DVI port

DVI port

Hi: has anybody tried using the DVI port on this monitor. I have a Canon HV20 and was interested to see if, using a HDMI to DVI cable, I could get a good signal in this monitor from the Canon's 1080i uncompressed stream. Any thoughts before I splurge on this?


Oh and does anybody know if this monitor has image flip capabilities for 35mm adapter usage? How about reverse mounting holes? Thanks


Also, you can buy a few kits: The field monitor kit (LCD-703HD KIT) includes the monitor, tote bag, and 2600 mah battery pack), the LCD-703HDV is the monitor with V lock mount for IDX batteries. The LCD-703HDA = monitor plus Anton Bauer QRC gold mount.

Accessories include:

SS-703HD = sunshade kit
DC-12 car adapter power supply (I can use with my 7 amp lead acid belt pack battery for what should be a 12-18 hour run time)
TB 703 Sunshade with tote bag
HS-1 Hot shoe mount
MB 72M = metal mounting bracket with 1/4 20 mounting pad
AC-2000 AC 120 to DC 12 power supply.

Cheers
 
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DVI worked great attached to my Computer as a program monitor. I wrote a long review including pictures here
http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?t=105240
There is NO Flip. Its a $600 monitor, why does everyone expect flip in a cheap monitor, just turn it upside down. This can Easily be done by drilling 2 small holes in the top of the metal casing, and attaching the shoe (with two screws from the inside).
 
Sunstream said:
DVI worked great attached to my Computer as a program monitor. I wrote a long review including pictures here
http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?t=105240
There is NO Flip. Its a $600 monitor, why does everyone expect flip in a cheap monitor, just turn it upside down. This can Easily be done by drilling 2 small holes in the top of the metal casing, and attaching the shoe (with two screws from the inside).
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Ok,
now I know for sure that my kit is not the kit from Totevision:kali:
I will have to talk to my reseller, I still like my Varizoom battery solution, but the bag and sunshade that came with mine simply don´t fit...
Your bag looks like a portabrace and functions like one, ths makes much more sense than mine which is ony good for storage...
And where did you get those twisted BNCs from, where they also part of you kit?
Still, the monitor is great, I finally got new Pana cables, the brob lem with them remains the same (bad, cheap RCA plugs...) but the HD picture is on par/better than the Marshal´s one IMHO...
BTW do you have a link to the original kit from Tote, I can´t find it on their site, but want to show it to my reseller, thanks!
 
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The Kit is listed and described on the page linked below. It was not easy to get, I had to make my reseller call ToteVision to figure out what I was talking about. I made sure that he got the right thing before I paid. Even then, it was delivered without the accessories. I had to call both the dealer and ToteVision to straighten it out.
As far as right angle BNCs you can get them from any cable seller, you can even pick them up at Radio Shack. DEFINITELY like the right angle for safety.
http://www.totevision.com/Second/ToteVision%20-%20FIELD%20MONITORS.htm
 
Thanks!
I really want that Totevision Bag, calling my dealer tomorrow...
For the BNCs I´m still searching here...
 
Rhydon said:
I purchased the monitor in Canada from a friend who owns the particular store that carries them. Originally we planned to purchase the Ikan, but were recommended we try the Tote first. We needed something for a Cross-Canada shoot coming up, while not breaking the bank- When we worked out the numbers, the Tote was actually cheaper than the Ikan- while still being superior in design/ construction. The Marshall would of been ideal, but at twice the price of the Tote it was hard jump on the idea.
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I was just about to order an ikan until i started reading about the totevison. What is better on the tote? Any suggestions
 
Thanks everyone! This is all helpful. The PLCD-2 is $115 at B&H. Sunstream, what do you think is better about it than the Totevision tote bag. How much you think the Totevision bag and battery would be if buying separately? Just so I know what to get, is your bag the TB-703HD Tote Bag? I'm a little concerned that Spartacus got a different bag:shocked: Maybe its just safer to get the PLCD-2.
Anyway, I got my 703HD from Spytown. Haven't used it yet.
cheers,
sns
 
Ok, did a little more Totevision research. The correct totevision bag is the TB-703 and is $89 on the Totevision site. The battery pack they recommend for the monitor is the BP563 and is $81.
Sunstream, how do you recharge this battery?
Thanks!
sns
 
I just received the PLCD-2.....now im just waiting for the monitor.
Its a nice piece of gear. The Tekkeon battery fits snugly in the back poach. I'm glad i bought it. I think its weather proof.....My goal is to mount it to the camera in the bag itself.
 
The MP3400 has indeed been replaced with the MP3450.

The MP3450 has slightly less capacity (50Wh instead of the MP3400's 56Wh), but they added USB 5V charging, and the ability to atytach it to a spare battery pack, the MP3450-10 which doubles the capacity to 100Wh.
(the MP3450-10 -that's the add-on battery pack- is less expensive too, at around $80 or so).

Aye, we sell 'em too! :)
 
I bought the PLCD-2 as well, got ot yesterday and it seems to fit very good to the Totevision Monitor. I didnt needed to twiddle around to get the monitor adapted in the bag.
There is space enough for all cables and , as pierre said for the tekkeon Batterie-pack. The integrated sunshade is large and easy to handle. I think its a weatherproof and save place for a Monitor. When my HVX is back (repair) I will look, how bulky the unit is.
Benn
 
I just got my monitor. I dont have much time to test it untill tommorow but i'm pretty satisfied. Its good enough for focus.
Like ben said it fits in the plcd2 verywell. I'll post some pics of the setup soon. It is a bit heavy....but that was to expect. Heavy helps get more stable shots when handheld....maybe i need to start doing pushups!
I guess seperating the battery from the lcd could make a difference but i like everything to be in one package. Mount, plug and shoot.
I just need to find those angled bnc connectors now. There is enough space behind the monitor in the bag that with angled connectors, it should be possible to keep them plugged in even during transport.

It mounts well to the tripod with the manfrotto arm. I'll post some pics of that too if anyone is interested.

-Pierre
 
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