Newb confused about some cables!!

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mynt

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Hi guys,

So I'm another kid who's wanting to become a film maker. A couple weeks ago I didn’t know anything about the subject -but I've been reading this board, as well as other online information, and gaining a lot of knowledge.

I recently purchased a Canon XL1 on eBay and the camcorder has been working great.

I know how important sound is, and as I begin shooting a short film, I'm a little confused about the whole sound set up.

Here's what the seller of the XL1 included with the camcorder:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v290/vmg2003/sound1.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v290/vmg2003/sound3.jpg

One end: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v290/vmg2003/sound2.jpg
the other end: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v290/vmg2003/sound4.jpg

Now I'm confused about the piece shown in the last two pictures. (picture of each end)

I also purchased an Audio-Technica "AT835B" mic and was wondering if I need the XLR adapter to connect it to my XL1.

OR, if I can simply use that little piece (which I have no idea what it is) --Also, the film is for the internet, so it doesn’t matter if sound quality is a bit less with out the XLR adapter --as long as it's better than the buit-in mic on the XL1. Now of course, I don't mind buying the $200 XLR adapter, but if I can avoid it, it'll be great.

Sorry for such newbie post... :)
 
Since the AT mic is battery powered the minimum you would need is an XLR to RCA cable. Read up on the stickies for further info and equipment you will need/want.

Cheers
 
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