Aaron Parecki

🔴 Live Q&A! Who's excited for NAB 2024!

April 7, 2024

Questions

(6:27) Just anther day in Vegas. Lol It’s cool getting to see some cool stuff coming out.

(6:44) Hello from Australia at 2am

(6:52) Q: any thoughts on the BMD pre-NAB announcement?

(8:10) Q did you see the blackmagic update that allows for usb-c webcam functionality? Maybe a usbc atem?

(9:29) Great to see so many familiar names again (I had to miss last week b/c of a job)!

(9:40) @Aaron Parecki Here a funny one my Rodecaster Pro would not work directly on the Ultra (had to take it in via a Scarlette 2i2) Guy on the Facebook says his worked. Part 1

(9:48) @Aaron Parecki Part 2 - So it works fine on the USB-A port but NOT the USB-C port!

(10:13) Wish I could be there to meet all y'all! I'm taking a few days off to livestream the eclipse then going back to work.

(10:33) They need an ATEM Extreme with 6 SDI and 2 HDMI ;)

(11:19) Discontinue the 1M/E Rackmount and discount the 2M/E

(11:53) We rented a house in Hot Springs with great wifi6! I have a travel router connected to the wifi here and extension cords and Cat6 cables. All set. Just worrying about the weather here!

(12:28) I'm curious about the Yololive Alphacam vs the new Mevo cam

(13:19) Yes, that's the plan.

(13:33) Weather is suppose to be good in Arkansas it's south Texas that will have issues. If you believe the Weatherman?!

(14:12) Extreme iso with HVEC 265 encoding for more efficient streaming would be nice.

(15:50) Can we use Atem Mini extreme as Video wall controller ?

(17:52) There are dedicated video wall controllers that are cheaper and purpose built

(18:21) 8 Channels on the Atems are not enough. It would be nice to have a 12ch, 8SDI & 4 HDMI with 6 AUX, 4HDMI & 2SDI.. Yihahhhhh!!!

(19:21) Q does a yolo box pro AFV work with local video playback? currently I have to switch off line in audio. So that local video audio is the only audio heard.

(20:25) Forecast is showing 50% chance of rain in the Dallas area on Monday

(20:32) Q: Do you know if Apple has done something weird with IOS support for Lightning to HDMI adapters I could not get HDMI out of three different phones and I tried two different official Apple Adapters

(21:20) Q: what about firmware update for BMD switchers or iPhone app?

(22:35) Q: wish list for BMD NAB: firmware update bringing SRT to Studio Cam and Switchers and (would be great) iPhone app too

(23:16) Q: Do you of a pulg-in for Keynote that would block and area of the slide for a PIP window. I teach a class and use my picture in the TOP right but have to play with the slides

(24:06) Office Hours is doing eclipse coverage as well tomorrow.

(24:22) He means like in zoom...

(26:40) Aaron even overengineers his wallet. lol

(26:51) Q: Part 2 Yes it for a class on-line so my video doesn't cover the slide

(28:04) That EURO holder is really cool

(28:07) Sadly 8 Eur won't get you thaaat far.

(28:17) So you're traveling to Europe and then to Vegas with gear? Any customs stuff you have to go through for that?

(31:39) Tom Buck has a mic flag (Blue of course)

(31:47) @MT Steuerung Wasn't there a meme about Döner costing more than 3,50 in Berlin now? ;)

(32:02) Q:- Mevo start are not available in India, I ordered 4 of them from ebay and they all were faulty and used. I tried to reach out to Mevo for support(willing to pay if needed) and the denied.

(32:36) Why are mic flags so popular in the US? Almost never seeing them in Europe. Here the wind foam cover mostly carries the logo

(32:55) Are you going to meet @PhotoJoseph in Europe? Isn't he in Belgium now?

(33:57) Q: What microphone 🎤 do you use with the mic flag?

(35:42) Custom foam wind screen.. A new project for the laser cutter.

(42:48) I have the Amazon knock-off for the wireless holder (Rode wireless/DJI) The rode one has there stupid LOGO over it and I don't advertise for FREE

(44:28) DJI Mic 2 put their logo on both sides of the magnet, which is very annoying

(46:13) A: Sooo… why the director mini instead of the YoloBox (unbiased honest opinion). 😉

(49:10) Q: is Singular Live graphics compatible with the Magewell Director Mini ?

(49:36) 👍Magewell Director Mini

(49:46) @iDJMic Probably because of the size and I guess @Aaron Parecki doesn't need all of the Yolobox features? Travelling you do indeed pare down a lot!

(50:19) Yeah I would not want to lug the Ultra around either! Heck I don't want to laugh my Sony A74 with my massive 35-150 lens either. iPhone and Pocket 3

(51:19) Is streaming to Instagram better than to your YouTube? That surprises me you’d choose instagram over YouTube.

(52:11) I would take a ATEM switcher and stream to a platform such as Restream who allows transcoding to IG in the correct format.

(54:21) iPhone 15 + BM camera app is an appealing travel combo

(54:30) Well the problem with the 15 and Prores is you need a USB ub and an external HD. and after all that the camera is better probably

(54:57) I aleays bring more than I need to a shoot because I have always found that if I bring it, I won't need it... BUT if I don't bring it, I WILL need it!

(55:05) Murphy's Law of video production...

(55:07) What I hate is having everything but the one cable to make it work! So back in my working day I carried WAY TO MUCH

(55:40) Q 1|2: Hi Aaron! Streaming youth sports, looking for a camera. Tried GoPro, but not good for all the reasons you cite in your video on the subject. Mirrorless too finicky.

(55:54) Q 2|2: Something like the Mevo Core or the Yololiv camera is almost ideal, but don’t need M4/3 quality or interchangeable lenses. iPhone quality is fine, but with USB power and HDMI out. Any recs?

(58:04) Where's his BRB in a flash overlay?

(59:18) There are a number of $200 camcorders with clean HDMI that are surprisingly good and with awesome zoom

(1:01:16) 200 USD camcorders used to come with a mic jack. Nowadays they charge you another 200 for that functionality.

(1:01:50) @Technicom Media custom stingers don't work on DM or the YB. *sad*

(1:01:52) Channel identification stinger would have been good while he stepped away too

(1:04:03) Per B&H: turn off HDMI control

(1:06:52) The Sony HDR-CX405 does not support clean HDMI output

(1:08:25) That not a bad look at the price difference!

(1:08:36) @Aaron Parecki I've always said Camcorders are under appreciated!

(1:08:48) New camera for NAB?

(1:08:55) OFC your other cameras look better, but had you started the stream with this cam, I wouldn't complain.

(1:09:15) 26.8 to 804mm optical zoom (35mm equivalent)

(1:09:21) Just tuned in and we are in hand-held mode - Is this the new vLogging-live rig?

(1:10:29) Q 2|2: Something like the Mevo Core or the Yololiv camera is almost ideal, but don’t need M4/3 quality or interchangeable lenses. iPhone quality is fine, but with USB power and HDMI out. Any recs?

(1:10:56) Focus tends to the background

(1:12:35) Does the camera turn off if you're not smiling? "smile sensitivity"

(1:16:36) That day, the engineers didn't have much to do hahahaha

(1:16:52) Some save this live stream for future use in memes etc. ;)

(1:16:56) If I was @Aaron Parecki editor I would edit that video into a short and just release it...

(1:17:01) Q: Does the camcorder need a powered mic?

(1:17:15) Q: I seem to recall there an issue using hdmi out and using external power over usb at same time.

(1:18:18) Is the SD card in the strap too 😆

(1:18:29) But the nice camcorder have XLR and all the controls and mine has built in ND filters

(1:18:41) According to the spec it's only 1 cm..

(1:18:44) I love that we're all geeking out over a $200 camcorder instead of $100,000 gear. lol

(1:18:49) Just joined- what’s this I see about camcorders?!😁

(1:19:19) I shared your smiley face on Facebook and YouTube with a link to today's stream. I see you're not very active on Facebook and Twitter (X). 🤣🤣

(1:20:04) just think of what the developer had to think when he got assigned to create the smile feature

(1:20:16) I have the older version...CX380...and it still works, and it's touch screen.

(1:22:13) Yeh, never call it X. only call it twitter.

(1:22:18) I'm ok with the rebranding to X. It isn't twitter anymore since the takeover. Twitter had good moments, X is just full of... bad stuff

(1:22:58) I have six of the Canon R800 - love them!

(1:23:04) Hey @Aaron Parecki do a review between this camcorder and a Sony Venice 2 that would GREAT!

(1:24:27) @MattWRuff Youtube title: IS A $200 CAMCORDER BETTER THAN $75,000 CAMERA?!?!??

(1:24:30) @Aaron Parecki That what Top Gun Maverick used

(1:24:35) Love the camcorder discussion. Can’t deal with the futzing and schlepping of complicated gear some days. There’s something about point and shoot that appeals to me.

(1:25:33) Was the Sony CMOS?

(1:26:20) I used to use multiple Sony AX-700 camcorders. They were great/perfect for my livestreams. But some clients hated them as they looked too "consumer".

(1:26:29) Yes, back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS.

(1:26:32) Yes, back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS.

(1:26:34) Good morning

(1:26:41) Q: To connect ATEM SDI... (30fps) -> HDMI monitor (60hz, no 30), do you need UpDownCross/Decimator or can you use small SDI -> HDMI converter? Dunno if ATEM will figure out output fps w/converter

(1:27:34) Q: Hi when you were testing live streaming with pocket 3, did you used 5Ghz or 2.4Ghz wifi? On video it was really choppy. Are there settings for adjusting bit rates?

(1:28:15) q: what are you most excited about or what are you hoping that will be released at NAB?

(1:29:06) NDA,... coming to a close 👍

(1:29:29) Tell us about the Rode new product

(1:30:10) Q I would love to go to NAB unfortunately, I live in the UK

(1:30:21) Tell us about the Rode product. we won't tell anyone

(1:30:25) any blackmagic expectations?

(1:30:58) I am finding it hard to get Decimators now. Is the there another chip shortage or brand change I am not aware of?

(1:31:06) What's the better choice for streaming with my setup (Mac Mini, external capture card, three cameras): a hardware solution or software? Considering buying a device for streaming. Advice?

(1:33:07) Is it a Mackie VLZ series mixer with the Rode logo on it?

(1:33:23) Q: hi , remeber last live when u told me to use UltraStudio Monitor 3G to take the ouput of Ecamm to YoloLiv ,well i bought it and what happened that that output is small window (not full 9:16)

(1:34:18) Q: How can I create a budget-friendly solution to delay an HDMI image, for example by 10 seconds? Currently, I'm using OBS for this purpose, but I'm looking for dedicated hardware.

(1:35:15) make sure ecamm scene is full and not in a window

(1:35:23) q: what was that switcher you showed a few minutes ago?

(1:36:46) We had a device in the FoxSports truck if we needed but Nothing in there is cheap

(1:37:00) BTW if anyone in the SF Bay Area needs a decimator, I have 3 and am willing to rent on the cheap for events.

(1:37:08) @Bullhorn1001 no, they just only make small batches and ship them to the US

(1:37:20) @Aaron Parecki Q: What are the DM limitiations for input layers on a single scene? Example HDMI 3 on top HDMI 2 on top HDMI 1 and are all adjustable in size and position?

(1:39:00) If I wan't retired and NOT spending much money I would get the OCEE switcher for sure. I hate my ATEM mini Pro

(1:40:44) @Aaron Parecki Q: What are the DM limitiations for input layers on a single scene? Example HDMI 3 on top HDMI 2 on top HDMI 1 and are all adjustable in size and position?

(1:43:37) What is this device called?

(1:44:07) @Aaron Parecki Q: What are the DM limitiations for input layers on a single scene? Example HDMI 3 on top HDMI 2 on top HDMI 1 and are all adjustable in size and position?

(1:44:49) @Aaron Parecki Q: One of those inputs could have a green screen correct? For Alerts from a PC (OBS).

(1:48:49) Wow it keyed it out. Did anyone know it could do that?!

(1:48:53) TOTALLY WORKS! Trying to Explain this feature to YoloLiv... they need this!

(1:49:35) BUT ONLY 2

(1:49:46) Man, I'm finding the Magewell Director Mini, more compelling every time I see it in use. 🤔

(1:49:58) Q - when you can fill a live screen so you could live edit the lower third?

(1:50:09) Anyone want to buy my Yolobox Ultra so I can buy the DM 🤣🤣🤣

(1:50:12) @Aaron Parecki Q: Ideally the final top overlay would be full screen for animated graphics from OBS.

(1:50:54) @Aaron Parecki Q: Ideally the final top overlay would be full screen for animated graphics from OBS.

(1:54:06) Yes you nailed it! but now you can create, animated overlays with audio. You can also now pull Stream Elements and/or Streamlabs for channel alerts!

(1:54:10) Yes you nailed it! but now you can create, animated overlays with audio. You can also now pull Stream Elements and/or Streamlabs for channel alerts!

(1:54:20) 96 people here let's do drop a LIKE on the video it helps out the channel.

(1:54:42) It's like OBS Studio, but all in one device. Can I stream to Instagram with it?

(1:55:25) Q: is latency of Director mini low enough for IMAG?

(1:56:09) LOL that battery on the side view

(1:57:39) Q -Have you tried to plug in a touchscreen monitor into that unit and see if you can control it from the bigger screen. That does work on the Yolobox Ultra

(1:58:45) That latency isn't bad at all

(1:58:50) @Aaron Parecki The only way I could do this on Yolobox is take HDMI 1 and HDMI 2 into a switcher then into the YoloBox and do a PIP with that input and add my PIP from the YoloBox for the 3rd HDMI.

(1:59:13) Q: what do we monitor (social media ) for your NBA coverage

(2:01:16) I find NDI needs to be tamed, meaning it will broadcast on all network interfaces installed. Have you found a way to control NDI output interface? NDI input can be controlled.

(2:03:36) I didn't manage to note down your Instagram. Could you show it again, please?

(2:03:56) hmm... did I say something not allowed? Comment was removed.

(2:04:26) Not going this year, still sore after all the walking last yea!

(2:04:38) Q: Are you doing any interview/meetup with Rocky Nash at NAB ❓

(2:04:48) Any advice for a first timer going to NAB?

(2:06:29) Q: If you have time, maybe stop by DJI at NAB? Rumor has it they're announcing RS 4 Pro + new drone this week.

(2:06:57) One of my favorite things about your lives is how you test out questions live if you have the equipment to do so. 10/10 I'd be a member if I didn't have to support 6 kids.

(2:08:36) Don't forget about good walking shoes!!

(2:08:54) Dream Job: Demoing Tech Devices and talking about it live with viewers.

(2:09:38) Q: Did you post the link to those big batteries you are using? I can't find them on the stream.

(2:09:54) the euro thing again. lol

(2:11:18) THANKS FOR THE LIVE! Have a great week! Safe Travels! Looking forward to seeing all upcoming videos.

(2:11:21) Q - any intention to put the Coin Card up to sell ?? or maybe the Printer File ??

(2:11:40) Thanks for the stream, Aaron! Safe travels!