Overview
***PLEASE NOTE: This virtual training session will take place in the PACIFIC TIME ZONE.***
Join us for the ALEXA Mini LF Quick Start class live from the comfort of your home, on the road, or anywhere. In this interactive session you will see the instructor and be able to ask questions.
This class takes place on the Zoom video conference platform, which is free to join and easy to use. Instructions will be sent to you before the class begins. Once the class starts, you will see the instructor, the gear being used, and the instructor's presentation. You will be able to ask questions via a live, moderated chat. After the class ends, you will also receive a copy of the instructor's PowerPoint or Keynote presentation, and a recording of the class.
With this workshop, you will learn the fundamentals of prepping, operating and troubleshooting ARRI ALEXA Mini LF cameras. You will be taken through menu operation, project set up, user buttons and practical shooting scenarios and configurations. We'll examine the different recording methods, including ARRIRAW vs ProRes recording, as well as resolution vs sensor size. This class will dig into both the advanced menus, as well as the ins and outs of the physical camera bodies. We'll also look into the various accessories available for these cameras.
Topics include:
- Camera Body
- Ins and Outs
- User Buttons / Viewfinder
- Body Build
- Firmware
- Versions and Update Procedure
- Lens Mount
- Lens Adaptors - LPL to PL
- LDS Capabilities
- Sensor
- Dimensions / Image Circle / Lens Coverage
- Image Processing RAW vs 4K vs Quad HD
- Internal NDs
- Gain vs ISO settings
- Menus
- White Balance / Framerate / Resolution
- Shutter Speed / ISO
- Clip Naming / Formatting
- Exposure Evaluation
- Zebras vs False Color
- Log- C Based vs Monitoring Based
- Signal Distribution
- Clean vs Processed
- Frame Lines
- Internal Recording
- Recording Media & Recording Codecs
- Offload Procedures
- Audio Set Up
- Input Options / Audio Levels
- Timecode Jamming Options
- Camera Builds
- Studio vs Hand Held Build
- Gimbals
- External / Wireless Camera Control
- Accessories
- Power Options
- Troubleshooting
