Using Compressor to Export DVX (Squeeze) Footage

[xtrem88]

Hey folks,

I'm new to Compressor and I'd like to export some footage that will be viewed only on computers. I'd like two versions.. a full quality (aka large file) version and also a compressed version of lower quality (for smaller file sizes.)

The footage is from a DVX100B using 24p & Squeeze mode (I know, I should have used 24pa but forgot to change the scene file.) It looks correct in FCP. However, as a stab in the dark, I tried QuickTime Uncompressed 10-bit, but the footage didn't come out in the right aspect ratio.

One thing I noticed is that "Show as square pixels" was checked in FCP the entire time. If I deselect that, the Canvas looks like the Uncompressed 10-bit output. However, it only looks correct when "Show as square pixels" is checked. Any ideas where I went wrong and how to fix it?

Thanks!

 

[xtrem88]

I think I came up with a solution. While there may be a preset in Compressor to use, I just tried making a few custom settings based off others I liked.

Also, cutting down my sequence into a little 60 sec clip made it much faster to try other presets... a tip from the forums of course

From Other Workflows -> Advanced Format Conversions -> HD Uncompressed 10 bit 1080i60, I created my new settings but dropped the resolution down to 1024x576 after selecting Custom (16:9).

From Other Workflows -> Web -> QuickTime 7 compatible -> H.264 LAN Streaming, I created my new settings but changed the Pixel Aspect to Square. Changed the frame size to Custom 16:9 at 640x360.

It seems setting Pixel Aspect to Square is what makes it look right.

I hope someone can point me in the right direction if there are easier ways to do this, or if I'm doing anything wrong.

Thanks!