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I tried downloading the manual for Final Cut Express HD 3.5 off Apple site but kept getting error message (bad file)...was wondering if I could export from Final Cut Express using compression & keep my chapter markers when importing into IDVD 6? I've compressed my movie but it didn't give me an...

Hi. I've captured about 30 short (5-20 second clips) and everything was cool. Suddenly the footage won't upload from my camera, it says (footage is choppy & out of sync). It stops capturing and says "locating timecode break (press esc to stop)" When it begins capturing again, the footage is...

Can I add a director's commentary to my feature in the menu using IDVD & Final Cut... I can easily add markers in Final Cut Express and import them into IDVD but I can't figure out how or even if its possible to add a director's commentary in the menu as an option. I've searched all keywords...

I've searched the site but haven't found an answer to this one. I have a landlord and would like to shoot interior & exterior shots for a film inside the apartment I rent. Do I need the property owner's signed release or do I have renter's rights during my lease period that would include...

Just filmed a feature on DVX100A (not HD) and have a $1500 - $1700 budget for an editing system. What do you use (both system and program) and what do you recommend? Thanks for your input!! :dankk2:

Hi , I filmed a feature with DVX100A (not HD). If I edit it on FCE and halfway through upgrade to Final Cut Studio 5.1 will the final film suffer any quality loss? Will the two programs (FCE & FCS) blend ok? Thanks for your answers!

I'm using the old Adobe Premiere Pro 7. I have 130 scenes (60 hours of footage) that I need to edit. I don't want 60 hours of raw footage clogging up my hard disk. What is the best way to save the movie as I edit and delete the unwanted clips (footage) as I go in order to free up disk space...

This question is so newbie. I have one mic plugged into both input 1 and 2 and need to know what my camera should be set on for Channel 1 / 2 select and Input 1 / 2 select for both Battery and Phantom. Thanks!!

How do you do a Manual White Balance? I can't find anything in the owners manual on how to set it. P.S. I'm doing this to follw Barry G's advice on getting the red tint out of the picture. Thanks!!

Hi. Just a quick question. Under the Zebra setting, what the percentage mean that appears with the STD setting? Is there any "target" percentage I should go for? Thanks!!

Hi. I just bought an anamorphic lens today from B&H photo. I am astounded that it provides no way to line it up to make sure it is on the camera straight and even after it is tightened into place it is still top heavy and wobbly on the threads. If this is how they are made, what a sorry...

Hi. I am new to the entire indie film making scene and just purchased the DVX100A. I know the built in mic will not be good enough for my feature film. I am seeking advise on what mic(s) I should purchase. I have both indoor and outdoor scenes with generally 1 - 2 characters in frame. I'm...