Brown Television

FALL 2008 Requested Reason

Supplies $8,352.00 Capital Investments: see sheets 2 and 3, please.

Printing and Publicity $100.00 For table slips, posters, etceteraExternal Services $0.00 naUniversity Services $0.00 naTravel $0.00 naDues/Fees $0.00 naOther $0.00 naBaseline Funding $200.00 XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

TOTAL $8,652.00

SPRING 2009 Requested ReasonSupplies $0.00 naPrinting and Publicity $100.00 For table slips, posters, etceteraExternal Services $0.00 naUniversity Services $0.00 naTravel $0.00 naDues/Fees $0.00 naOther $0.00 naBaseline Funding $200.00 XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

TOTAL $300.00

TOTAL $8,952.00

Additional Comments

Instructions: Please fill in columns C and D ONLY. At the bottom of this sheet are a few lines of open space in case you would like to provide any additional information about your group's mission or finances that you think will inform debate. Note that this box does not need to be filled out if no such information is needed. Please remember to fill out Fall and Spring budgets SEPARATELY, as indicated below.

Please not the two other sheets in this document, “2 Breakdown” and “3 Detailed Guide.” We have created them as options for you. The “2 Breakdown” sheet has everythig we are requesting line by line, with totals for every area of supplies we are requesting. “3 Detailed Guide” will provide you with some other options we had, links to more informatino on each item, and a bit of our rationale in choosing the items that we did. We hope you will find this helpful. This budget is mostly composed of capital investment in order for us to continue broadcasting now that we have finally gotten back on air with our Exibia software demo, convert our archival tapes into digital files in order to use it with this software, and production equipment so that BTV and interested students may begin producing our own media (as well as the media of other student groups) to broadcast on air in the future. You may also notice the amount of film equipment being asked for Brown Television, this is because the programs that will be aired, next semester anyway, will not be broadcasted live but filmed on our cameras then aired The baseline funding will most likely serve as the social fund, buying cups, plates, pizzas through the massive revamping of BTV. Oh, and you're all beautiful people, really, you are.

Allocated Reason

$0.00

$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00

$200.00

$200.00

Allocated Reason$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00

$200.00

$200.00

$400.00

Additional Comments

Instructions: Please fill in columns C and D ONLY. At the bottom of this sheet are a few lines of open space in case you would like to provide any additional information about your group's mission or finances that you think will inform debate. Note that this box does not need to be filled out if no such information is needed. Please remember to fill out Fall and Spring budgets SEPARATELY, as indicated below.

Please not the two other sheets in this document, “2 Breakdown” and “3 Detailed Guide.” We have created them as options for you. The “2 Breakdown” sheet has everythig we are requesting line by line, with totals for every area of supplies we are requesting. “3 Detailed Guide” will provide you with some other options we had, links to more informatino on each item, and a bit of our rationale in choosing the items that we did. We hope you will find this helpful. This budget is mostly composed of capital investment in order for us to continue broadcasting now that we have finally gotten back on air with our Exibia software demo, convert our archival tapes into digital files in order to use it with this software, and production equipment so that BTV and interested students may begin producing our own media (as well as the media of other student groups) to broadcast on air in the future. You may also notice the amount of film equipment being asked for Brown Television, this is because the programs that will be aired, next semester anyway, will not be broadcasted live but filmed on our cameras then aired The baseline funding will most likely serve as the social fund, buying cups, plates, pizzas through the massive revamping of BTV. Oh, and you're all beautiful people, really, you are.

Brown TelevisionSheet 2: Budget Proposal Breakdown of Supplies

A. Camera EquipmentItem

Canon XH-A1 Shipping

5 Year Protection PlanTOTAL

B. SoftwareItem

Exibia Scheduling Software Final Cut Pro 8.0

TOTAL

C. MicrophonesItemRode Windscreens

Gitzo G-557 (boom pole)TOTAL

D. AccessoriesItem

MiniDV and blank cds Tapes Miscellaneous Cables

TOTAL

E. LightingItem

K-Tek K-HG 6" Foam Lined Hand Grip with Boom Pole Head and 3/8" Threading

Rode NTG-1 Condenser Shotgun Microphone Kit - Includes: NTG-1 Shotgun Microphone, SM3 Shock Mount and 1.5 Foot Right Angled XLR Cable

Rode NTG-2 Battery or Phantom Powered Condenser Shotgun Microphone: (Includes: NTG-2 Shotgun Microphone, SM3 Shock Mount and 1.5 Foot Right Angled XLR Cable

K&M 210/6 Tripod Microphone Stand with 32" Boom(2)

Impact 1 Light Umbrella Kit - consists of: 1- 12" Reflector with Socket, Cable, Umbrella, Bracket, Light Stand - 500 Total Watts (120V AC)

Smith-Victor Raven 3 Wheel SetSandbags (6, one for each stand leg)First Light Video DVD: Feature Film Lighting

Birns & Sawyer DVD: Lighting for Emerging Filmography Volume 2First Light Video DVD: Lighting Dead Poets Society With John SealeCMP Books Book: Lighting for Digital Video and TV by John Jackman

DIY Lighting FundTOTAL

F. DIY FunsItemHomemade Dolly Equipment

Homemade fig rig equipment

DVDs and Books

Additional homemade funds

TOTAL

G. Technical EquipmentItem

1 Terabyte Hard Drive VHS Conversion Device: the El Gato Eiye TV Computer Monitor

TOTAL

H. MiscellaneousItem

Office Supplies G.E. JES735BJ 700 Watt Countertop Microwave Oven

HP Officejet 5610 All-in-One Printer/Fax/Scanner/Copier (Q7311A#ABA)

TOTAL

Note: We have taken quantity into account in forming the number in the price column

Quantity Price1 $3,299.00

1 $30.00

1 $500.00$3,829.00

Quantity Price1 $500.00

1 $800.00

$1,300.00

Quantity Price2 $24

2$120

1$250

1

$270

2$130

1 $133$926.85

Quantity Pricex $100.00

x $100.00

$200.00

Quantity Price2 $130.00

2 $90.006 $30.001 $150.001 $50.001 $90.001 $35.00

x $125.00$700.00

Quantity Pricex $100.00

x $30.00

x $200.00

x $150.00

$480.00

Quantity Price1 $269.99

1 $199.95

1 $191.49$661.43

Quantity Pricex $100.00

1 $55.00

1 $100.00

$255.00

Category TotalsA. Camera Equipment $3,829B. Software $1,300C. Microphones $927D. Accessories $200E. Lighting $700F. DIY Funds $480G. Technical Equipment $661H. Miscellaneous $255

Total: $8,352

Brown Television08-09 Budget Proposal

Sheet 3Big Mama Sheet: Detailed Guide to Decision Making

Section I. Supplies

I. SuppliesA. Camera Equipment

Top Cameras (throw both in if you're feeling generous)1. Canon XH-A1

2. Canon XL2

Cameras Below Acceptable And Reasonable standards. 3. Panasonic AG-DVX100b4. Sony DSR-PD170

For Some Perspective...5. Sony DSR-400L6. Sony DVW-970

Based on the success of our production in the Fall, we may request an additional videocamera for the Spring if we deem it necessary for BTV. 1. Canon XH-A1Product Price

***Canon XH-A1 $3,299.95

We are only requesting one videocamera for the Fall semester, with our particular preference going to the Canon XH-A1 baased on its High Definition capability. We will not be requesting lenses quite yet, therefore the Canon XL2 may not serve its full advantage if we receive it in the fall. However, if we were to receive the Canon XL2, we would be very excited to build on its foundations. Our full preference list is below. Cameras 3 and 4 are quality cameras, however in buying a prosumer camera like this, we want to make sure our investment is future proof and that these cameras have a significant departure from that of a consumer MiniDV camera. Cameras 3 and 4 do not meet our minimum standards. Cameras 1 and 2 are the current standard for low-budget, independent video production. BTV used to have an Canon XL1 that is no longer with us, so a Canon XL2 seems the logical heir to its vacant throne. Most professional grade television and movie video camera equipment is upwards of $10,000., for example the Sony DSR-400L ($9720.00) or the Sony DVW-970 ($47215.00) While the Sony DSR-PD170 is good for low light situations, we have our own lighting equipment, so this feature is not of as much utility to us as high definition or lens-changing ability would be.

*Canon XL2 $3,299.95

Sony DSR-PD170 $2,799.95

Panasonic AG-DVX100B $2,499.95

Sony DSR-400L $9,720.00

Sony DVW-970 $47,215.00

Shipping

Protection Plan

This software is the essential software that BTV would need for long term functioning. Product PriceExibia Multimedia Server: Media Scheduling Software $499.00

FinalCut Pro $800.00

Up to $50 depending on $500 (plan prices vary, but this is a good average for a decent plan)

B. Software

C. Microphones

Product PriceRode Windscreens

$60 each $120 total

$249.95

$269.95

Gitzo G-557 (boom pole) $132.95

NYU Tisch School Of Film professors say one of the biggest and most important areas in film that amateur filmmakers make is in sound. An audience can tolerate an awkward picture, but an audience will not tolerate cheap sound. We are not willing to forego proper sound equipment. Currently, BTV has no microphones, no sound equipment.

$12 each, $25 together

K-Tek K-HG 6" Foam Lined Hand Grip with Boom Pole Head and 3/8" Threading

Rode NTG-1 Condenser Shotgun Microphone Kit - Includes: NTG-1 Shotgun Microphone, SM3 Shock Mount and 1.5 Foot Right Angled XLR Cable

Rode NTG-2 Battery or Phantom Powered Condenser Shotgun Microphone: (Includes: NTG-2 Shotgun Microphone, SM3 Shock Mount and 1.5 Foot Right Angled XLR Cable)

K&M 210/6 Tripod Microphone Stand with 32" Boom(2)

$129.90

($64.95 per mic stand)

D. Accessories Name PriceMiniDV and blank cds Tapes

Miscellaneous Cables $100.00

E. Lighting

Name Price$65 each, $130 total

Smith-Victor Raven 3 Wheel Set

Sandbags (6, one for each stand leg) $30.00

First Light Video DVD: Feature Film Lighting

$150.00

$50.00

($2 per tape, $30 for 100 cds)

We will evaluate our lighting needs as production continues and see what options we should consider for supplemental funding. We have some lights already, but we are not sure they can be used so we are not asking for specific lights quite yet, for UFBs convenience. Everything we are asking for here we do not have at all.

Impact 1 Light Umbrella Kit - consists of: 1- 12" Reflector with Socket, Cable, Umbrella, Bracket, Light Stand - 500 Total Watts (120V AC)

45 each, $90 for both

Birns & Sawyer DVD: Lighting for Emerging Filmography Volume 2

$90.00

$35.00

DIY Lighting Fund $125.00

F. DIY Fund

Name PriceHomemade Dolly Equipment $100.00

Homemade fig rig equipment $30.00

DVDs and Books $200.00

First Light Video DVD: Lighting Dead Poets Society With John Seale

CMP Books Book: Lighting for Digital Video and TV by John Jackman

This is a very meaningful fund for BTV. We are low budget filmmakers, low budget television producer. Everything produced for this station is not expected to come straight from the Hollywood lots. We are a resourceful bunch and are likely to make decisions at the last minute having to do with items we don't have. Guerilla filmmaking is about using the small fund you have to make what you need to, so the DIY fund is one of the most important funds in this budget. We've created figures that will allow us room for creativity. These materials will come mosrly for dollar stores, thrift shops, etc. Costumes will come from here. Props will come from here, etc.

Additional homemade funds $150.00

G. Technical EquipmentName PriceHard Drive

VHS Conversion Device: the El Gato Eiye TV $199.95

Computer Monitor $191.49

H. MiscellaneousName PriceOffice Supplies $100.00

G.E. JES735BJ 700 Watt Countertop Microwave Oven

$55.00

$100.00

$269.99 (1 Terabyte)$199.99 (750 GB)$149.99 (500 GB)

HP Officejet 5610 All-in-One Printer/Fax/Scanner/Copier (Q7311A#ABA)

Brown Television08-09 Budget Proposal

Sheet 3Big Mama Sheet: Detailed Guide to Decision Making

Section I. Supplies

I. SuppliesA. Camera Equipment

Based on the success of our production in the Fall, we may request an additional videocamera for the Spring if we deem it necessary for BTV.

Specs Argument

videocamera for the Fall semester, with our particular preference going to the Canon XH-A1 baased on its High Definition capability. We will not be requesting lenses quite yet, therefore the Canon XL2 may not serve its full advantage if we receive it in the fall. However, if we were to receive the Canon XL2, we would be very excited to build on its foundations. Our full preference list is below. Cameras 3 and 4 are quality cameras, however in buying a prosumer camera like this, we want to make sure our investment is future proof and that these cameras have a significant departure from that of a consumer MiniDV camera. Cameras 3 and 4 do not meet our minimum standards. Cameras 1 and 2 are the current standard for low-budget, independent video production. BTV used to have an Canon XL1 that is no longer with us, so a Canon XL2 seems the logical heir to its vacant throne. Most professional grade television and movie video camera equipment is upwards of $10,000., for example the Sony DSR-400L ($9720.00) or the Sony DVW-970 ($47215.00) While the Sony DSR-PD170 is good for low light situations, we have our own lighting equipment, so this feature is not of as much utility to us as high definition or lens-changing ability would be.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/447098-REG/Canon_1191B001_XH_A1_3CCD_HDV_Camcorder.html

This is the only camera we are requesting. It has High Definition capabilities. It cannot change lenses as the other Canon can, but High Definition capabilities are invaluable for image. We can compensate for the lack of lens changing with post-production efforts. Any investment that is not this or the Canon XL2 is a bad investment.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/339002-REG/Canon_9549A001_XL_2_1_3_Inch_3_CCD_Widescreen.html

The biggest advantage of the Canon XL2 over the rest of the cameras presented here is the fact that you can change the lens. Lenses open the door to a world of filmmaking opportunity. It allows flexibility in changes all aspects of the visual presentation including depth of field, contrast, color, etc. This is distinctive to the Canon XL2.

In addition, the Canon XL2 has a higher resolution and a more genuine, cleaner 16:9 widescreen mode.

This camera meets our standards.

Comparison of the Canon XL2 to the previous model of the Panasonic offered below: http://www.camcorderinfo.com/content/Canon-XL2-and-Panasonic-AG-DVX100-compared.htm

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/497448-REG/Sony__DSR_PD170_3_CCD_Mini_DVCAM.html

Its defining characteristic is its quality performance in low lighting situations, as well as its sturdiness, however it lacks many of the important features in that the other cameras include, such as the ability to film in a 24 fps progressive scan, which is essential in achieving a film look.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/406855-REG/Panasonic_AGDVX100B_Panasonic_AG_DVX100B_3CCD_24p.html

http://reviews.cnet.com/digital-camcorders/panasonic-ag-dvx100b-mini/4505-6500_7-31568573.html

The good: Great sound, progressive modes, and image control; professional-caliber viewfinder and controls; wide lens; particularly well suited for multicamera projects.

The bad: No high-definition capability; no 16:9-native chips; lens is short for some applications; moderately steep learning curve.

no true 16x9, more grain and no high definition, no lense changing.

This software is the essential software that BTV would need for long term functioning. Specs Peer Products

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/367993-REG/Sony_DSR400L_DSR_400L_2_3_Inch_3_CCD_http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/410747-REG/Sony_DVW970_DVW_970_2_3_Inch_3_CCD_Digital.html

Software that allows BTV to manage its broadcasts in an efficient and user-friendly manner.

Specs Peer Products

NYU Tisch School Of Film professors say one of the biggest and most important areas in film that amateur filmmakers make is in sound. An audience can tolerate an awkward picture, but an audience will not tolerate cheap sound. We are not willing to forego proper sound equipment. Currently, BTV has no microphones, no sound equipment.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/392865-REG/Rode_WSVM_WSVM_Shotgun_Wind_Screen.htmlhttp://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/292934-REG/K_Tek_K_HG_K_HG_6

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/400812-REG/Rode__NTG_1_Shotgun_Microphone.html

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/238826-REG/Azden_SGM_1X_SGM_1X_Shotgun_Mic.htmlthis is the lowest priced shotgun microphone available, for $150. It does not meet our standards. Again, sound is of arguably the highest importance. Rode NTG-1 - Shotgun Condenser Microphone Basic Kit - Includes: NTG-1 Shotgun Microphone, Universal Shock Mount, Rycote Softie, K-Tek Boompole, Universal Hand grip, Right Angled XLR Cables -----this kit is $560, and includes more equipment, but we believe it will be less expensive separately.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/400806-REG/http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/232823-REG/K_M_21060_577_55_21http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/20830-REG/Gitzo_G557_G_557_Sport_Aluminum_Boompol

Specs Peer Products

Specs Peer Products

We will evaluate our lighting needs as production continues and see what options we should consider for supplemental funding. We have some lights already, but we are not sure they can be used so we are not asking for specific lights quite yet, for UFBs convenience. Everything we are asking for here we do not have at all.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/414532-REG/Impact_FL_500_KII_1_Light_500W_Umbrella.html

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/250393-REG/Smith_Victor_401272_Raven_3_Wheel_Set.html

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/490834-REG/First_Light_Video_F718DVD_DVD_Feature_Film_Lighting.html

First Light Video DVD: Basic Field Production: Lighting-----$170, though we would very much like this video, we feel it is dramatiicaly overpriced and believe we could receive adequate training from cheaper, more relevant video like the other ones offered.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/292530-REG/Birns_Sawyer_162149_Lighting_for_Emerging_Filmography.html

First Light Video DVD: Feature Film Lighting---$150 while we VERY VERY VERY much would like this, we are again trying to be as modest as we can in our proposal this year.

Specs Peer Products

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/490846-REG/First_Light_Video_F786DVD_DVD_Lighting_Dead_Poets.htmlhttp://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/332733-REG/CMP_Books_9781578202515_Book_Lighting_for_Digital.html

This is a very meaningful fund for BTV. We are low budget filmmakers, low budget television producer. Everything produced for this station is not expected to come straight from the Hollywood lots. We are a resourceful bunch and are likely to make decisions at the last minute having to do with items we don't have. Guerilla filmmaking is about using the small fund you have to make what you need to, so the DIY fund is one of the most important funds in this budget. We've created figures that will allow us room for creativity. These materials will come mosrly for dollar stores, thrift shops, etc. Costumes will come from here. Props

http://www.microfilmmaker.com/comgroup/viewtopic.php?t=68&sid=5d8d45ef70d86482dba9a29536bd3938

http://www.dvguru.com/2006/04/17/diy-fig-rig-for-10-bucks/

Specs Peer Products

Specs Peer Products

http://www.westerndigital.com/en/products/products.asp?http://www.elgato.com/elgato/na/mainmenu/products/250plus/product1.en.htmlhttp://www.amazon.com/Envision-19-Wide-Black-LCD/dp/B000KP8OUS/ref=sr_1_23?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1208129004&sr=1-23

$174.99http://www.amazon.com/Envision-19-Wide-Black-LCD/dp/B000KP8OUS/ref=sr_1_23?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1208129004&sr=1-23

http://www.amazon.com/G-E-JES735BJ-Watt-Countertop-Microwave/dp/B000QH83LU/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&s=kitchen&qid=1208385258&sr=1-8

http://www.amazon.com/Officejet-Printer-Scanner-Q7311A-ABA/dp/B000B63RIU/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1208126632&sr=1

Brown Television08-09 Budget Proposal

Sheet 3Big Mama Sheet: Detailed Guide to Decision Making

Section I. Supplies

I. SuppliesA. Camera Equipment

1

2

3

3

4

Based on the success of our production in the Fall, we may request an additional videocamera for the Spring if we deem it necessary for BTV.

videocamera for the Fall semester, with our particular preference going to the Canon XH-A1 baased on its High Definition capability. We will not be requesting lenses quite yet, therefore the Canon XL2 may not serve its full advantage if we receive it in the fall. However, if we were to receive the Canon XL2, we would be very excited to build on its foundations. Our full preference list is below. Cameras 3 and 4 are quality cameras, however in buying a prosumer camera like this, we want to make sure our investment is future proof and that these cameras have a significant departure from that of a consumer MiniDV camera. Cameras 3 and 4 do not meet our minimum standards. Cameras 1 and 2 are the current standard for low-budget, independent video production. BTV used to have an Canon XL1 that is no longer with us, so a Canon XL2 seems the logical heir to its vacant throne. Most professional grade television and movie video camera equipment is upwards of $10,000., for example the Sony DSR-400L ($9720.00) or the Sony DVW-970 ($47215.00) While the Sony DSR-PD170 is good for low light situations, we

This software is the essential software that BTV would need for long term functioning. ArgumentWe've been using a demo that will expire at the end of this term. We know it works well and it is the only way we will be able to broadcast next year. Without this, BTV cannot function.

This price is with the educational discount. Without discount it is $1200. We have looked into getting a license through CIS, but have been told that we would have to get our own copy. BTV absolutely necessitates FinalCut Pro in its studio. Working off of media lab computers would defeat the purpose and organizational structure of BTV. This purpose is to develop a hub of services and resources within BTV walls for BTV. In order to create programs, we will need localized editing for the efficient execution of this creation. Additionally, the frequency of BTV's use of FinalCut Pro would be unfair for media lab users and problematic for BTV's functioning.

Argument

NYU Tisch School Of Film professors say one of the biggest and most important areas in film that amateur filmmakers make is in sound. An audience can tolerate an awkward picture, but an audience will not tolerate

these are actually the chepeast windscreens around, and they are made specifically for our microphones!

Stability of the microphone, and thus sound, comes with these basic grips.

These microphones kits meet our minimum standards. They are some of the cheapest kits, but do not include everything we will need for effective sound in the field.

These microphones kits meet our minimum standards. They are some of the cheapest kits, but do not include everything we will need for effective sound in the field.Stands are crucial to stable sound capturing, especially so in sets for television production.

This professional boom pole can extend to eight feet long.

Argument

Argument

Many of the cables we are working with or either non-functional or have been replaced out of pocket by BTV members. Because we are not yet running, we cannot know what cables we will be missing. We need a side fund for this situation, as we are expecting to purchase many cables for production.

We will evaluate our lighting needs as production continues and see what options we should consider for supplemental funding. We have some lights already, but we are not sure they can be used so we are not asking

We were going to ask for stands separately, but we found this! A stand, a reflector, an umbrella, a cable—this takes care of a lot we need.

In an everchanging set, rolling lights allow efficient changes and more opportunities.

We can't find the cost of sandbags on the internet, so we're throwing a modest figure out there. It's this or buy 6 $13.50 “counterweight bags” from BH photo. Ridiculous isn't it?

We have to learn how to do these things don't we? Film lighting is often more complicated and meaningful than tv lighting, which is why we are requesting this additional filmography video.

Argument

This is part of a master class series. This is not just a tutorial, but an actual cinematographer explaining how he actually lit a movie. Invaluable information.

the cheapest novice lighting book we found on BH Photo

This is our DIY fund for lighting, inspired by this page: http://www.mediacollege.com/lighting/diy/

In addition to these materials, we may buy lighting gels, hardware lights, extra clamps, colored lights, gels, homemade stands, etc. if needed

This is a very meaningful fund for BTV. We are low budget filmmakers, low budget television producer. Everything produced for this station is not expected to come straight from the Hollywood lots. We are a resourceful bunch and are likely to make decisions at the last minute having to do with items we don't have. Guerilla filmmaking is about using the small fund you have to make what you need to, so the DIY fund is one of the most important funds in this budget. We've created figures that will allow us room for creativity. These materials will come mosrly for dollar stores, thrift shops, etc. Costumes will come from here. Props

Several models exist at different price points, and $75 is a bit more than the minimum amount of funds that we would need to make sure the dolly could be created and created well. Materials include pvc pipes, boards of wood, various metal parts, and sturdy wheels (the most important part). In addition, we need to put a push bar and a cameraman's chair on the dolly. We will naturally try to get all of our materials from Hardware stores, hrift stores, and the like.

There are models that can be made for a minimum of $10. These funds allow us to make multiple figrigs with a bit of comfort room.

We are going to start a collection of dvd tutorials and books that will help future generations of BTV members how to do the things we are learning to do, so that they will not be stuck with equipment they do not know how to work, like we were left with. We have a few books in mind but will need to order them as we come across them.

Argument

ArgumentFolders, paper, ink, pens, etc.

We are looking into the construction of a Depth of Field adaptor that would allow us to have a shallower depth of field with a video camera.

Since the vast majority of what we'll be broadcasting will be done from a computer, we will need a lo of storage to hold the large video files.

This is important in order to convert our collection of VHS tapes into digital files. Jad Joseph has personally done research and found this to be the most effective and inexpensive device.

Since we'll be working on video production, having a large monitor will be necessary to do the video editing adequately. For twenty bucks more than the peer product we can get 4 more inches of screen!

The cheapest microwave oven we could find. We already have fridges and are trying to create an office environment where members can stay for extended periods of time and work. Microwaves will allow for heated food on nights and days when a long trip to the Ratty cannot be afforded.

The lowest priced scanner/printer/fax machine we found on Amazon.

Key

We are requesting this: Essentials

We are requesting this: Second Rate Essentiality

Fallback/Alternative Items

Does Not Meet Minimum Standards

“For Perspective” Item