http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ Videomaker Forums » Tag: adobe - Recent Posts en Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:42:31 +0000 http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/ppro-will-not-play-mpeg2-file-correctly#post-51069 Fri, 25 Sep 2009 07:57:27 +0000 david5566 51069@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Adobe Encore supports 32 subtitle tracks, that means you can add 32 different subtitle languages. Usually, there are two ways to add subtitle: 1) type every word into the "monitor" window, but first thing you should do is to create a new "subtitle track" in the " timeline", and then select " add subtitle" in the "monitor" window, drug the "current-time indicator" to the correct time point, finally type the subtitle words in the " monitor" window.<br /> The second way is more simple. You should create a script text, save as "UTF-8" format. Then right click the blank space of" timeline",select " import subtitles&gt;&gt;text script" to import the text. </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/ppro-will-not-play-mpeg2-file-correctly#post-50945 Sat, 19 Sep 2009 21:51:40 +0000 jono654321 50945@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I have an AVI file which properties are: 576x432, BitRate:168kpbs, Duration:100mins, 29.97fps, NTSC.</p> <p>When I try to import it into P.Pro 1.5 into an NTSC session, it will not import, probably because of the unusual frame size?? (dont know for sure).</p> <p>I am trying ultimatley to produce a PAL Mpeg2 file so I can later auther it in Encore. I use a program called ''ConvertXtoDVD3" which I can succesfully convert the original AVI file to a PAL Vob file. </p> <p>Then I use a program called 'MagicConverter' to convert the new Vob file to Mpeg2 with :720x576, 25fps. </p> <p>The resulting Mpeg2 file plays on windows media player, although now it says it's only 16minutes long.</p> <p>I then create a PAL session in P.Pro 1.5 and import the new Mpeg2 file. It imports fine, however it now says the duration is only 16 minutes even though it should be 100mins. Also if I try to edit it in any way, all the audio comes out of sync and the whole thing seems to play random parts of the video.</p> <p>Can anyone tell me why this new Mpeg2 file I've converted will not work in P.Pro and the timings and everything is off???? Thanks. </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/adobe-ultra#post-50312 Sun, 23 Aug 2009 15:03:48 +0000 BZL Productions 50312@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> I ment is Ultra CS2 okay. </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/adobe-ultra#post-50310 Sun, 23 Aug 2009 10:37:08 +0000 BZL Productions 50310@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> I am wondering how i can buy adobe ultra. I don't want to buy the full production set. Also is Ultra CS3 okay becaude adobe said it is availible for purchase seperately. </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/adobe-premiere-elements-or-pinnacle-12-ultimate#post-49554 Tue, 28 Jul 2009 20:25:19 +0000 comatoad 49554@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I'd have to agree, i enjoy using Pinnacle 12. With this release, Pinnacle has finally done things right.  </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/adobe-premiere-elements-or-pinnacle-12-ultimate#post-49475 Sun, 26 Jul 2009 11:04:39 +0000 BZL Productions 49475@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> I have to say Pinnicle Studio Ultimate version 12. I use it for my video production company and it works great!</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/whats-the-deal-with-adobe-ultra#post-48963 Fri, 10 Jul 2009 01:00:08 +0000 NormanWillis 48963@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>So After Effects is the deal?</p> <p>Cool.  Thanks!</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/whats-the-deal-with-adobe-ultra#post-48929 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 17:09:37 +0000 jerronsmith 48929@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Adobe never actually integrated Ultra into the Production premium product line, that was the problem. THey used to just give it away with the suite but it was never intended to work with the other applications. So for the CS4 release since they wanted to put an emphasis on other areas of the programs. The rumor is that it will be integrated into later versions of the package. It isn't really an emphasised piece of software for the suite since keying iwould usually be handled by the tools in After Effects.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/whats-the-deal-with-adobe-ultra#post-48907 Wed, 08 Jul 2009 17:37:40 +0000 NormanWillis 48907@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Butterfly and Birdcat (?!),</p> <p>Thank you.  I will check both of those out.</p> <p> </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/whats-the-deal-with-adobe-ultra#post-48900 Wed, 08 Jul 2009 14:24:31 +0000 birdcat 48900@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>There are other options (although I am told Adobe is bringing back a form of Ultra in future product(s) but that reamins to be see as to what and when).</p> <p>Boris has some help - from their web page (<a href="http://www.borisfx.com/tutorials/chroma_key.php">http://www.borisfx.com/tutorials/chroma_key.php</a>): "<em>BCC Chroma Key filter included as a standard feature with BORIS RED. However, the same BCC Chroma Key is available in the lower-priced BORIS FX package. Both<br /> RED and FX plug into a wide range of NLE systems from Avid, Apple,<br /> Adobe, Sony (Vegas), Harris (DPS Velocity), Canopus (Edius), Media 100,<br /> and others. In addition, BCC Chroma Key is part of the BORIS Continuum<br /> Complete filter set available as native plug-ins Adobe, Apple, Avid,<br /> and other NLEs."</em></p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/whats-the-deal-with-adobe-ultra#post-48883 Wed, 08 Jul 2009 11:07:29 +0000 butterflyguy 48883@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>A lot of the tutorials recommend using the "Key Light" part of After Effects for keying.</p> <p>You can buy if fairly reasonably if you go to school and take any sort of class.</p> <p> </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/whats-the-deal-with-adobe-ultra#post-48879 Wed, 08 Jul 2009 06:23:39 +0000 NormanWillis 48879@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Sorry about all the weird symbols.  Apparently if one goes to edit one's post, all sorts of weird symbols get inserted.</p> <p>But what does one use to make the best, cleanest keys, if one cannot get Ultra?</p> <p>Thank you.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/whats-the-deal-with-adobe-ultra#post-48878 Wed, 08 Jul 2009 06:21:50 +0000 NormanWillis 48878@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Hello.  I am trying to figure out what the deal is with Adobe Ultra.</p> <p>I understand Ultra used to be made by a company called 'Serious Magic.'  If I have my facts right, Adobe bought Ultra, and then incorporated it into Premiere CS3.  Now I am told that Adobe no longer makes Ultra, or even really supports it (if you can even find an old copy), even though many people believe it is the best chroma-keyer around.</p> <p><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oVAjcs0cObQ&amp;eurl=http%3A%2F%2Fforums%2Ecreativecow%2Enet%2Freadpost%2F24%2F895628&amp;feature=player_embedded">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oVAjcs0cObQ&amp;eurl=http%3A%2F%2Fforums%2Ecreativecow%2Enet%2Freadpost%2F24%2F895628&amp;feature=player_embedded</a></p> <p>What is the deal with Ultra?  And what do people use for clean keying, if they cannot get Ultra?</p> <p>Norman</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/adobe-premiere-elements-or-pinnacle-12-ultimate#post-48512 Sun, 28 Jun 2009 04:15:36 +0000 victor 48512@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>STHU NOOB!!!</p> <p>(kidding)</p> <p>I don't think any video editing software has an easy learning curve. Pinnacle 12 has a pretty good user community that I have found to be helpful, and it has a low cost, so I guess that's my recommendation.</p> <p>Will it be a good choice for your first couple gigs years from now, probably.</p> <p>It can be outgrown though, but by then your hobby will be paying for the $1500 editing packages and $6k cameras.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/learning-video-basics#post-47599 Sun, 07 Jun 2009 02:57:02 +0000 composite1 47599@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Birdcat,</p> <p>I had to 'spit out' those pearls like teeth learning from my early production mistakes. If I can help someone avoid similar mistakes that's all the better. Thomas brought up a very good point about 'watching video'. In between the time I stopped working for a production house and starting my own company I realized I had been making films for 3 years and got some major experience, but I really didn't understand how to 'make movies'. Yeah, I knew the technical ends but the creative part eluded me. I was a journeyman film technician, not a filmmaker. So to correct that I watched movies. Lots of them. </p> <p>I literally saw an ungodly portion of Turner Classic Movies collection and American Movie Channel's stuff too! While watching I took note of how the story and character elements flowed, how the lighting was done, camera movements, sound effects, music, you name it. Then I would go out and shoot test shots with my little handycam to emulate what I had seen. By the time I got my business started, I was on a much stronger track. So strong, I got sponsored to study at a prominent filmschool. I learned quite a bit there, but mainly it just backed up all the training I already had and reinforced the observations I made watching all of those movies.</p> <p>For a long time, video production was always considered the 'inferior stepchild' to film production. Now hardcore film afficionados are turning to video to make their films. Except for a few gear additions (35mm adapter, lenses, etc.) all the rules that govern video still apply. So to Inspire and all the other 'newbies' or intermediates, you master the basics through the methods mentioned by the other experienced videographers and then the advanced stuff will be within your reach.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/learning-video-basics#post-47596 Sat, 06 Jun 2009 21:57:42 +0000 thomasmv2 47596@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>birdcat wrote "it;s how good you can use what you have.", which is exactly right. The human factor is the biggest factor in video production. No need for expensive gear if you don't know how to use it properly.</p> <p><em>As to this assertion:<br /></em></p> <p><em>"You don't need books. Just go out and start shooting."</em></p> <p><em>I feel it's a one-sided way of looking at video production. Video production is a complex field to work in, where a thousands factors play a role as to the end result. To say that you only have to do one thing in order to master it, doesn't ring true to me. I think you need to draw on help and information from a wide area of sources. It's true that you need to go out and make videos in order to get practical experience and practice what you know in theory. But you need to read as well. You need to communicate with others and get tips and feedback about what you're doing. You need to watch videos made by others, and pay attention to how programs and movies are made while watching them. In order to be good at video, you need to use many sources to learn from. Going out to shoot IS a good idea, but it's not the ONLY thing you need to do.</em></p> <p><em>Excuse the italics, not my fault. </em></p> <p><em><br /></em></p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/learning-video-basics#post-47571 Fri, 05 Jun 2009 18:58:56 +0000 birdcat 47571@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I sooooo agree with Composite1 here.  It should be your gear that limits you, not your skills.  </p> <p>When I was a professional photographer (another life - early 70's), I was always given crap because I could only afford Canon gear (not the Nikons the other pros used).  Well, as it turns out, I could have outshot some of those clowns with a Brownie.  It's not how good your equipment is, it;s how good you can use what you have.</p> <p>Just this week, I was complimented by many on a production I did (shot with a consumer level camera) and how much better it was than their regular guy's work (who shoots with a very pricey professional camera).  Same stuff.</p> <p>To reiterate again (yes, I know that's redundant - making a point here) - When COmposite1 said to master your equipment before moving on, he was speaking great pearls of wisdom!</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/learning-video-basics#post-47551 Fri, 05 Jun 2009 00:00:06 +0000 composite1 47551@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Inspire,</p> <p>Before you start down the dizzying path of trying to figure out what gear you need/want, learn how to use what you have first. When I first started my video training, they handed me a handycam and I used it to learn the basics. When I started freelancing on my own and couldn't afford a pro camera I bought a handycam and went back to basics. </p> <p>Learn first how to compose and light your scene. Learn how to best use camera movements like panning, tilting, zoom in and out. Learn how to keep your subject in focus, properly white balance and how to shoot good handheld footage that doesn't look like 'earthquake cam'. When you are proficient with your consumer camera then start casting your eyes on a prosumer rig. There will be more controls to master, creative addon's like filters to learn, possibly more complicated lenses to work with and so on. </p> <p>I've seen it happen too many times when intro level persons try to jump farther than their knowledge/skill before they were prepared. Most times, they buy a ton of gear and then lose interest once they realized they had no idea what they were doing. That you have recognized your current limitations is good. Mastering your tools will extend your limits so when you make the next move, it won't be that big a stretch.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/learning-video-basics#post-47536 Thu, 04 Jun 2009 17:59:44 +0000 inspire 47536@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Thank you for welcoming me. I wasn't specify  I want to start to do event videography, record for certain events such as school plays, award ceremony, and graduation. I tried this once about a year ago for a neighbor. Her daughter was in a school play and she wanted me to record the event for her. I though this would be simple, I was wrong. When I got there I set-up my camcorder on the tripod, turned the camcorder on and couldn't see much. The lights were really dim. I was far from the stage, other acts were going on that wasn't on stage that I wanted to capture. I capture and edit enough to make a small video. My neighbor and her daughter like the piece. I personality didn't like it. I use the Panasonic SDR-S7 sd camcorder, the quailty of the video wasn't sharp and the audio wasn't great. I know there are a lot of DV camcorders out there. For a person starting out what <em>feature</em> should I look for?</p> <p> </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/learning-video-basics#post-47535 Thu, 04 Jun 2009 17:28:49 +0000 composite1 47535@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p><em>"You don't need books. Just go out and start shooting."</em></p> <p>Inspire,</p> <p>If you believe that, I've got some swampland in Arizona I want to sell you. To get a good 'education' in videography, you'll invoke the trifecta of books, training and hands on experience. Just going out and shooting means you'll just go out and shoot bad video. Videography is far more complex than photography despite sharing many of the same elements. When your 'pictures move' there are a number of important elements you must contend with. </p> <p>Composition - How are your image elements organized? Every movie, tv show and commercial you've ever seen the composition of the image was thoughtfully considered and manipulated to make it memorable.</p> <p>Sound - Unless you're planning on making silent flicks, Audio is equally as important as the Video image. Not only must audio be 'clean', it must also be managed to properly emphasize the actions seen in the video. Ever watch a movie where the audio was off sync? Imagine the 'big explosion' audio happening before or after anything occured in the video....</p> <p>These are just two of a multitude of things that must be considered when shooting video outside of 'happycaming'. Books will bring up points and issues you never could have thought of. Training videos, seminars and formal training will do the same and give you practical methods of dealing with the challenges presented when working in video. Hands on training will pull all of the information you've gathered together and build your skills as a videographer. </p> <p>Anyone who thinks that all there is to videography is, 'just going out and shooting' should pass whatever their smoking to the left.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/learning-video-basics#post-47528 Thu, 04 Jun 2009 15:28:22 +0000 XTR-91 47528@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p><strong>inspire:</strong><em> I want to learn videography. Where do I start?</em></p> <p>Welcome to the digital world of videography! You can begin with a few basic training articles at <a href="http://www.videomaker.com/learn" title="Learn Videography, Video Editing, Lighting">Videomaker.com/learn</a>. To get an idea of good shooting techniques, check out Videomaker's contest winners - <a href="http://www.videomaker.com/video">http://www.videomaker.com/video</a>. </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/learning-video-basics#post-47523 Thu, 04 Jun 2009 13:01:13 +0000 butterflyguy 47523@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Videomaker has 160 free videos to watch - it's a good place to start.</p> <p><a href="http://www.videomaker.com/vidcast/160/" rel="nofollow">http://www.videomaker.com/vidcast/160/</a></p> <p>I'd also take a college video class - I learned a lot.</p> <p>You may also find these at Junior Colleges.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/learning-video-basics#post-47519 Thu, 04 Jun 2009 11:11:00 +0000 robgrauert 47519@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>You don't need books. Just go out and start shooting. </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/learning-video-basics#post-47512 Thu, 04 Jun 2009 02:45:09 +0000 inspire 47512@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I want to learn videography. Where do I start? I know this is a very broad question. I have made really small videos which are about 30 seconds. They consist of visual effects(special effects) I saw on TV and try replicate it by following video tutorials online to learn how to use  Adobe after effects and Particle illusion(the trial versions). I have a Panasonic SDR-S7 which is a sd card camcorder, a 50" Targus tripod and Adobe premiere elements 4. What books or dvd's would you recommend for learning the basics videography? Thank you.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/need-a-written-tutorial-on-green-screening-for-class#post-46932 Mon, 18 May 2009 06:10:59 +0000 waipio 46932@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> I've been using what was Serious Magic and is now Adobe Visual Communicator and Ultra for a couple of years now to produce Friday morning news shows in green screen methods for my Digital Media Tech class...extremely easy to use and well worth the price...should be better supported by Adobe for school use imho...you can probably download trial versions of both...Ultra often comes with the Master Collection...not sure why VC doesn't...students can produce great stuff in ten minutes with no problems, minimal light concerns, etc.  Just wish I knew what older program Serious Magic used to create their virtual sets for Ultra so we could produce our own, tho we've put video behind actors using VC and it worked ok...lots of fun!!!</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/need-a-written-tutorial-on-green-screening-for-class#post-46446 Tue, 05 May 2009 03:02:09 +0000 XTR-91 46446@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>See if this helps:</p> <p><a href="http://www.deskshare.com/Resources/articles/vem_greenscreentechnique.aspx">http://www.deskshare.com/Resources/articles/vem_greenscreentechnique.aspx</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.mediacollege.com/video/special-effects/green-screen/">http://www.mediacollege.com/video/special-effects/green-screen/</a></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Googe search</strong></p> <p><a href="http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&amp;q=Green+Screen+video+tutorials">http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&amp;q=Green+Screen+video+tutorials</a></p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/need-a-written-tutorial-on-green-screening-for-class#post-46432 Mon, 04 May 2009 17:56:09 +0000 chuckengels 46432@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Do a search for Chromakey, you will find lots of stuff ;)</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/need-a-written-tutorial-on-green-screening-for-class#post-46429 Mon, 04 May 2009 16:57:03 +0000 robgrauert 46429@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>umm...if you're a teacher shouldn't you already know? haha nah I'm just busting your balls.</p> <p> </p> <p>I'd check the manual first. </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/need-a-written-tutorial-on-green-screening-for-class#post-46426 Mon, 04 May 2009 16:37:30 +0000 kr0490 46426@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Does anyone know where I can get a good printable guide / short tutorial project for Premiere that I can give my class to teach them how to do basic green screening.</p> <p>Thanks for any help.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/adobe-premiere-elements-or-pinnacle-12-ultimate#post-45298 Sun, 29 Mar 2009 08:16:29 +0000 WyoJoe 45298@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I am a stone cold new b &amp; have a question or few. I have a Samsung SC-D103 &amp; looking for a new computer (decision will be made after I get my editing software). The main question I have is which is better for a new b to start with? IE.. easier learning curve, after the sale training &amp; tutorials available, etc. My interests are outdoors, a bit of photo journalism, &amp; editing family videos. Growing this into a business would be nice but at this point in time it is a looonnnggg way off. I would be doing this primaily on my own because I don't have anyone to tutor me yet and living in the middle of nowhere (Wyoming) leaves me with scant educational opportunities in the subject. </p> <p>I have another question but will split it off into another topic.  </p>