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Forum: What Happens in Vegas... July 22nd, 2007, 11:16 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,275
Posted By James Binder
Eh? Not on mine -- smoother/less strain when...

Eh? Not on mine -- smoother/less strain when using Cineform files...
Forum: Canon XH Series HDV Camcorders July 13th, 2007, 10:54 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,301
Posted By James Binder
Here's the one I use. Not HD, not great...

Here's the one I use. Not HD, not great resolution, but very good if your prefer to see a MUCH larger image than the onboard LCD.

Varizoom VZ-TFT7U 7-Inch Widescreen Color LCD
...
Forum: What Happens in Vegas... June 7th, 2007, 11:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,788
Posted By James Binder
Well, I tried checking the option/box for scene...

Well, I tried checking the option/box for scene detection. It didn’t work. I still have one long file, but with HORRIBLE pixilation /stuttering for half of the captured file. I’m assuming that...
Forum: CineForm Software Showcase June 7th, 2007, 09:57 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,037
Posted By James Binder
Thought I'd bumb this to the top -- I have the...

Thought I'd bumb this to the top -- I have the same question...

What exactly does smart render do? And what are the cons in not using it?


thanks
Forum: What Happens in Vegas... June 7th, 2007, 09:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,788
Posted By James Binder
I’m having the exact same issue. I have the...

I’m having the exact same issue. I have the scene detection set to off. Going to try what you suggested above. Anyone else run into this? Doesn’t makes sense to me either why this option would be...
Forum: What Happens in Vegas... June 6th, 2007, 01:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,493
Posted By James Binder
Thanks Edward and others – that’s exactly what I...

Thanks Edward and others – that’s exactly what I was looking for. I guess I never paid attention to the check box in the ‘save as’ command box.

However, I have a question – since I am using...
Forum: What Happens in Vegas... June 6th, 2007, 11:20 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,493
Posted By James Binder
Permanently delete unused sections from hard drive?

How do I permanently delete the unwanted/unused portions of an hour long file (capture) from which I have pulled the good takes?

Within any given project I have several takes of scenes, but only...
Forum: What Happens in Vegas... June 6th, 2007, 11:01 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,353
Posted By James Binder
Cineform - Smart Render question

I'm using Cineforms HD Link to convert files from m2t to cineform intermediate. If I check the ‘smart render’ box in preferences, what exactly is that doing? I understand that it enables faster...
Forum: What Happens in Vegas... June 4th, 2007, 10:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,777
Posted By James Binder
Thanks Hugh -- That was it. I unchecked...

Thanks Hugh --

That was it. I unchecked windows xp theme support as you suggested and my scroll bars reappeared!

Thanks again --


Steve -- yes they were absent even when I loaded a...
Forum: What Happens in Vegas... June 4th, 2007, 10:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,777
Posted By James Binder
Missing scroll bars?!

Anyone ever see this?: (screenshot below)

Both my horizontal and vertical scroll bars are missing! Several hours ago I did a Windows update. Humm. Any advice?

Pentuim D 3.2Ghz
2 GB Ram...
Forum: Adobe Creative Suite May 27th, 2007, 01:43 PM
Replies: 371
Views: 126,457
Posted By James Binder
looking for master sets 4 (Ultra)

Looking for an inexpensive copy of master sets 4 for Ultra2 -- any ideas where to find the best deal?


Thanks
Forum: Canon XH Series HDV Camcorders May 21st, 2007, 11:12 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,464
Posted By James Binder
Preset for indoor, lit scenes?

Of the available presets -- what is a good one for indoor dramatic scenes (with controlled lighting)?

The scenes are in business office, modern looking, daytime…

Any advice?
Forum: Canon XH Series HDV Camcorders May 18th, 2007, 09:41 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,126
Posted By James Binder
What zoom control are you reffering to with the...

What zoom control are you reffering to with the auto feathering feature -- on camera? I've not read/heard about the feathering feature...
Forum: Photon Management May 17th, 2007, 10:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,261
Posted By James Binder
Dan -- Thanks for the great input. I had...

Dan --

Thanks for the great input. I had hoped not to have to drage in a bunch of duv, but it is a very good idea and as you mentioned, I don't need to cover the entire bank of windows, just in...
Forum: Photon Management May 17th, 2007, 02:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,261
Posted By James Binder
Raph -- Good idea about unscrewing the...

Raph --

Good idea about unscrewing the florescents -- I was thinking about that myself, but don't know if the building authority would take kindly to that. Taping card stock over them is a great...
Forum: Photon Management May 17th, 2007, 10:17 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,261
Posted By James Binder
Cole, Marcus – Thanks for the great...

Cole, Marcus –

Thanks for the great suggestions.

If it helps, here are a couple of picture of the location (crappy pics, I didn’t take them). The second shot shows the counter (side view,...
Forum: Canon XH Series HDV Camcorders May 17th, 2007, 09:20 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,219
Posted By James Binder
Guys -- thanks for all the great the info. The...

Guys -- thanks for all the great the info. The AF issue aside, which ones are best suited for the A1 right now (models, names)? I’m new to using matte boxes (learning), and want to find something...
Forum: Canon XH Series HDV Camcorders May 16th, 2007, 09:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,219
Posted By James Binder
Which Matte Box?

I'm curious to know what others are using or what Matte box is best for the A1?

And -- do all effect the push AF function?

Thanks --
Forum: Photon Management May 16th, 2007, 08:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,261
Posted By James Binder
Question: Tricky Lighting Situation/Mixing Sources

I have a tricky lighting situation:

Florescent lights overhead and a wall of windows on one side of an area/location where I will be shooting (that cannot be blacked out). The overhead...
Forum: Dolly / Track / Cable May 16th, 2007, 09:39 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 3,883
Posted By James Binder
Spider Dolly rental in NYC?

Anyone know where I can find a rental for the 3 leged Spider Dolly in NYC? I Checked AbleCineTech -- they require production insurance which is not in my budget.

Thanks -
Forum: Canon XH Series HDV Camcorders April 18th, 2007, 01:40 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,182
Posted By James Binder
It's odd to me -- but it does seem that 1/24...

It's odd to me -- but it does seem that 1/24 (shutter) is the defalt with the 24f setting.

I wonder why the default isn't 1/48... humm...
Forum: General HD (720 / 1080) Acquisition April 16th, 2007, 11:20 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 23,023
Posted By James Binder
I think the Canon XHA1 is getting some pretty...

I think the Canon XHA1 is getting some pretty good buzz. For the price, it's hard to beat right now...

<pleased A1 owner!>
Forum: Stabilizers (Steadicam etc.) April 16th, 2007, 11:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,909
Posted By James Binder
I am very curious to check out the Merlin vest...

I am very curious to check out the Merlin vest and arm -- but until then, this is a great option for the dollars:

http://www.glidecam.com/product-smooth-shooter.php

1500.00 + 500.00 for the...
Forum: What Happens in Vegas... April 13th, 2007, 10:31 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 10,767
Posted By James Binder
I thought this was good -- Excerpt from...

I thought this was good --

Excerpt from blog:

Vegas is in may ways heading in a similar vein to Adobe but in the somewhat opposite direction - rather than half a dozen apps in one box, Vegas...
Forum: Canon XH Series HDV Camcorders April 12th, 2007, 10:12 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,463
Posted By James Binder
LOL! Dave – 1/60 is very much the...

LOL!

Dave –

1/60 is very much the standard if you are going for a ‘video’ look. I would not let decisions in regard to setting proper exposure fall to shutter speed adjustments. Shutter speed...
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