http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ Videomaker Forums » Forum: - Recent Posts en Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:25:46 +0000 http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/from-camcorder-to-computer#post-52484 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:23:59 +0000 oneshot 52484@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>ok but what if my camera doesnt have a firewire output</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/happy-thanksgiving-at-discount-from-30-to-60#post-52483 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 13:24:27 +0000 DanielM 52483@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>&lt;span style="font-size: x-small; font-family: Verdana, Arial;"&gt;To celebrate Thanksgiving and express our gratitude to all those who support Aidownloading all the way! We dedicate to providing you the best tools and offering a huge discount. 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</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/could-not-connect-to-after-effects-cs4#post-52482 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 11:52:13 +0000 jinashi 52482@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>This is not a question but a solution to a problem that I had and found nothing anywhere on the interweb about it.</p> <p>If in Premiere CS4 you right click a clip and select "Replace with After Effects Composition" and it gives you the error "could not connect to after effects," close premiere and after effects, open your task manager and kill all the processes related to adobe:<br />dynamiclinkmanager.exe<br />ImporterProcessServer.exe<br />processcoordinationserver.exe</p> <p>Restart Premiere and it should be fixed.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/hd-quality-goes-down#post-52481 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 09:27:45 +0000 brinks315 52481@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Ã? you can try <strong>Pavtube <a href="http://www.pavtube.com/hd-converter/">HD Converter</a></strong><a href="http://www.pavtube.com/hd-converter/"> </a>to help u . i t really works very well without many quality losses.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/from-camcorder-to-computer#post-52479 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 08:17:35 +0000 Derek_Sine 52479@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Firewire device </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/51-audio-in-pp#post-52477 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 07:10:15 +0000 david5566 52477@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>hey, Adobe a useful tutorial about creating 5.1 audio in Premiere Pro. go to <a href="http://www.adobe.com/ap/tips/prepsurround/" rel="nofollow">http://www.adobe.com/ap/tips/prepsurround/</a> for the reference. </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/51-audio-in-pp#post-52476 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 07:04:32 +0000 david5566 52476@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> &lt;meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8" /&gt;<br /> &lt;meta name="ProgId" content="OneNote.File" /&gt;<br /> &lt;meta name="Generator" content="Microsoft OneNote 12" /&gt; </p> <p>&lt;p style="margin: 0in;"&gt;hey, Adobe has a useful tutorial about creating 5.1 audio in Premiere Pro. Go to <a href="http://www.adobe.com/ap/tips/prepsurround/ " rel="nofollow">http://www.adobe.com/ap/tips/prepsurround/ </a> for the reference.  It gives the detail about this issue. Hope this may troubleshoot your problem.</p> <p>&lt;span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 10pt;" lang="en-US"&gt;&lt;/span&gt; </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/renting-a-camera#post-52475 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 06:23:12 +0000 saint_me 52475@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Hi there, I've been charged with finding and renting a 2nd video camera for a coming production that I am involved in helping out on - our main camera is a JVC GY HD111e and we're looking for a second camera that will be cheap but will be able to be shoulder-mounted &amp; record in HD to miniDV's. I have sent away a few emails to some companies I found in the Yellow Pages and am awaiting a list back from these companies with the available cameras but I'm really just asking for some real-world advice here.</p> <p>I'm based in the UK and have never rented any video equipment, I would just love some advice or for anyone to share their experiences of renting a camera as I would like to know a little and not be completely ripped off! Have you ever rented and how much did it cost? Did you find any way to squeeze more value out of the rental? Any hints, tips and information would be greatly appreciated. =)</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/from-camcorder-to-computer#post-52474 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 06:09:11 +0000 oneshot 52474@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>ok so im assuming im losing alot of quality importing to my computer...im using a s-video cable out my cam into a dazzle(pinnacle) device which is connected to my computer via usb...i was wondering what else i could do or use to possibly get a better picture...thanks for any and all help</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/two-wireless-mics-for-camcorder#post-52473 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 04:44:32 +0000 bigbruno 52473@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Greetings, I have the Canon HF S10 camcorder.  I would like to set up my wireless sound system so I can use two wireless mics at the same time.     </p> <p>Any recommendations on equipment would be appreciated.  </p> <p>Thanks a lot, Big Bruno</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/same-right-minus-built-in-flash-memory#post-52472 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 04:21:05 +0000 cfoster 52472@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>was looking at the VIXIA HF S10 and the VIXIA HF S100 look like the same buy minus the flash memory correct?</p> <p>Aslo found a deal on a hf20 for 499.99 anyone think that is a good deal?</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/anyone-ever-bought-from#post-52471 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 04:19:04 +0000 cfoster 52471@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Anyone ever bought from camerakings.com?</p> <p>or from fumfie.com?</p> <p>Found a good price for the hfs100 thought i might buy</p> <p> </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/looking-for-advice-on-a-couple-different-camcorders#post-52470 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 04:06:36 +0000 Derek_Sine 52470@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>DVX100's.  </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/looking-for-advice-on-a-couple-different-camcorders#post-52468 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 03:36:36 +0000 geraldprost 52468@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I have used a VX2000 for many years. It is a great camera. I have two new FX1000 cameras and yes they are better, but if your final product is DVD it is hard to beat the VX2000. Some things I love about the VX2000, excellent auto focus even on moving subjects and low light. Line in/ Mic in switch. Excellent auto control of audio levels. Great battery life. Great iris/gain control operation. Easy to find buttons (in the dark). I did seriously think of buying up a couple more new ones before they disappeared, but I decided to go with the FX1000 to kind of "future proof" my business. Gerry in Calgary.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/what-should-be-the-budget-for-a-camcorder-and-a-starting-wedding-video-maker#post-52467 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 03:22:29 +0000 geraldprost 52467@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I think you can do an outstanding job with some pretty inexpensive video cameras; however, if this is going to be a hobby/business that you intend to grow I suggest you spend a little more on your camera than you need. People who don't know anything about what you are doing will make judgements based upon your cameras. An expensive camera draws attention and potential clients. People will give your tripods a wide berth if they see a professional camera on it. I also think you need two cameras. I've always shot with at least two. One gives me the long shot and my safety, then I'm free with my second camera to go for the "money shot". Low light performance is very important. Some churches are poorly lit for video and they may be going by candlelight. Reception venues can be worse.  Wireless? I've been on a lot of movie sets and they spend a ton on wireless, but they still don't trust them so they back them up with wired mics. I have a wireless mic. I've used it a few times. I don't trust it. Do you know what an Zoom H4 unit is? They are fantastic. You can use them as they are or add a shot gun to them. Basically you only need it for the vows anyways. I hope I didn't scare you off. I know you're going to have a great time. Realize that you probably can't avoid making a few hardware mistakes, I've made my share. Gerry in Calgary</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/51-audio-in-pp#post-52466 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 03:02:38 +0000 geraldprost 52466@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I've tried to do 5.1 audio in PP but I find it very clumsy. I think someone out there must have figured out this work flow better than I. Because you have to do the source channel mapping before the clips are used in the timeline, I have to put them in the timeline, sync them, export the audio, import the audio, do the source channel mapping, add each channel of the 5.1 then drop the clips into the timeline. Seems kinda like a work around to me. Does anyone know a better way of doing this. Gerry in Calgary.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/monitor-for-dcr-vx100#post-52465 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 02:52:38 +0000 geraldprost 52465@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>The VX 1000 is an excellent camera. When I bought mine it cost me $7000!. There is lots of ways to go here but I'm going to suggest one that hasn't been offered. Use Adobe OnLocation and a laptop. The screen is much bigger than most remote monitors, plus it gives you a whole lot more information. You can of course, throw away your tapes. You'll be able to do edit without capturing. The tape drive on my VX 2000 died so that's why I got into it. I have two new FX1000s and I still use a laptop on one so I never have to worry about swapping tapes. It is not as portable as a FireStore but you can pick up a new laptop for a lot less or you can use one that you've got kicking around. Gerry in Calgary</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/is-fx7-in-non-hdv-better-in-low-light#post-52464 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 02:41:56 +0000 geraldprost 52464@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>You camera will perform exactly the same whether it is shooting HD or SD but if your out put is SD DVD your SD footage may look better because of the compression that is involved in encoding. I have two FX1000 and my footage is never the problem, it is the encoding. The blacks look much better and there is less digital noise if I use the camera to downsample the file when I author to DVD. If you find a better way to encode please let us know. Gerry in Calgary.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/move-videos-from-camcorder-to-computer-imagemixer#post-52462 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 02:20:15 +0000 nekkidfish 52462@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I have a Sony DCR-TRV22 which came with ImageMixer.  But, once I transfer the videos into that program, I have no clue how to find them, so I can share them with family.</p> <p>Can someone help me figure out how to get my videos off the Handycam and onto my computer so I can share them?</p> <p>Thanks bunches!  Jules</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/extreme-z-axis-on-after-effects#post-52461 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 22:14:12 +0000 shippocaio 52461@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>EventVideoguy, i am glad you liked it. i have been watching some tutorials on videocopilot.net for a few weeks now, but i am really dont know how to really use AF by myself. I kinda got how to do the 3D movements that i used on the video a day before i actually made the video. That's why it is not really "professional" (Oh, the fact that i am a 14 years old and and my school's computer that has AF is crappy also helps =D) LOL</p> <p> </p> <p>Composite1, i sure will sent him an email. I just wanted to see if anyone here knew, and if i got an answer, someone who had the same question i have could also been helped.</p> <p> </p> <p>Thanks guys!</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/depict-book-titles-in-video-legal#post-52460 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 19:44:53 +0000 HappyCatFilms 52460@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Thanks for the replies, gents. Earl, my research indicates you're correct - a title in itself can't be copyrighted, but a stylized logo or photo representation of that title can be... I'll likely do the shots to blur the books a little. Composite1, you're right that that's probably the simplest path in the long run.</p> <p>Keep shooting!</p> <p>- Rob.</p> <p> </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/looking-for-advice-on-a-couple-different-camcorders#post-52459 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 16:59:36 +0000 hmueller 52459@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Hi Borak<br />You don't mention what you want to use the camera for. An entry-level prosumer camcorder (Canon XHA1 as an example) will cost you closer to $3000. </p> <p>I also own a Canon HV40. It is a very good camcorder and will hapily shoot both high definition and standard definition. I can recommend it. It will allow you to gain experience while shooting great video.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/extreme-z-axis-on-after-effects#post-52458 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 16:15:36 +0000 composite1 52458@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Shippo,</p> <p>Contact Andrew Kramer at: <a href="http://www.videocopilot.net" rel="nofollow">http://www.videocopilot.net</a>. If anyone can answer your question he can.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/watermark-question#post-52457 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 15:53:54 +0000 grinner 52457@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> create an alpha channel or just make it a png file... this creates one for you.</p> <p> </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/pls-urgetn-canon-hg21-or-canon-hf200-or-sonyhdr-xr520#post-52456 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 07:45:49 +0000 jerryrock6 52456@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Hi all ,</p> <p>Pls help me to buy an handy cam.. an competion is comin soon in our place.. i am confused with sony hdr xr520 or canon hg21 or canon hf200..  all are HD cams.. but pls help me to choose... i req 25p mode, low light, image stabilisation, slowmotion and nit mode... cause am confused with theses features among the three cams... cause sony is havin great memory -240gb/\... but i am confused with the other features.. pls hrlp me out</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/watermark-question#post-52455 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 07:19:04 +0000 oneshot 52455@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>im having a problem importing a psd file into vegas9 when i do the background isnt blank, the image im using is white and when i bring into vegas pro 9 the background shows as blank as well..anybody else ever have this problem and what was the solution? thank you</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/edirol-v4-for-sale#post-52453 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 05:34:31 +0000 jeffhagen 52453@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> I have a Edirol V4 video mixer that I used a few times in our church media. I paid about $900 for this last year and it has been stored in a protective case since then. I would like to purchase other needed equipment for our church.  I need $600 for the mixer plus shipping costs. It is in like new condition.</p> <p>Jeff</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/extreme-z-axis-on-after-effects#post-52452 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 04:11:15 +0000 Eventvideoguy 52452@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>That is pretty cool. How long have you been working with After Effects?</p> <p> </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/camcorder-upgrade-help#post-52451 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 03:08:29 +0000 composite1 52451@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p><em>"... you can still build a house with a hammer and a handsaw ...."</em></p> <p>True. But ask a professional carpenter would he rather build said house with 'medieval tools' or the latest Black &amp; Decker line of powertools....</p> <p>We're looking to move with the DSLR's for our theatrical projects. Though we intend to spend the money on mattebox kits, I'd rather rig them out for the DSLR's. I currently have no intention of abandoning tape anytime soon, but the DSLR's are a nice option and we already use canon still rigs so the transition won't be so tough.</p> <p>But in agreement with Earl's statement; I've built a number of houses. Now I'm getting ready to build mansions.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/extreme-z-axis-on-after-effects#post-52450 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 02:12:21 +0000 shippocaio 52450@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Hey guys. So, the other day i was making a quick video for my sister (REALLY QUICK! I made it in 40 minutes or so...) on After Effects, and i was working in 3D. Well, the values for my X,Y, and Z axis were huge, about 7 thousand and something... So my question is if  those values normal or am i controlling the camera in a wrong way? The way i do it is just to create a Null Object, add the "Separate XYZ" effect to it (So i can control each one individually), and i parent the camera to it. but after some time, working with those inmense numbers get really confusing and frustrating!</p> <p>So, any tips on how i should control the camera to get smaller values?</p> <p> </p> <p>Btw, if yall need to see how "far" the camera was moving, here is the video. The language is in portuguese, so i am sorry if yall dont understand it... =D</p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1eDA8whjhjY">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1eDA8whjhjY</a></p>