Happy Otter Scripts for Vegas Pro

wwaag wrote on 11/30/2018, 9:52 PM

Now available for purchase--Happy Otter Scripts (HOS), a set of tools for users of Vegas Pro. The aim of HOS is to create a bridge from Vegas to open source tools for rendering and filtering.

A few of its features:
--supports Vegas Pro versions 12-21
--dockable dedicated toolbars
--direct video rendering using x264 and x265 encoders
--support for QuickSync, NVENC, and VCE
--command line access to most encoder features for advanced users
--support for audio encoding using Frauenhofer and Nero codecs
--easy access to Avisynth and VirtualDub filters including:
   -resizing and uprezzing to HD and UHD with choice of resizer
   -temporal noise filtering using motion vector techniques
   -frame rate changes using motion vector tools
   -slow motion Fx (up to 10x) using motion vector techniques
   -fisheye removal for wide angle video sources such as GoPro
   -high quality deinterlacing using QTGMC
   -image stabilization using the venerable Deshaker
--apply filters to events, loop region, regions or entire project
--frame accurate video trimming for long-GOP formats such as mp4, m2ts, etc.
--dedicated audio trim and render
--GPU-assisted proxy creation and rapid switching between original and proxy
--media rewrapping and transcoding of formats not easily imported into Vegas
--non-destructive editing of graphic and audio timeline events using external editors
--prerender Fx with choice of codecs, how added to timeline, and immediate split-screen preview

Details, demonstrations and a free download are available at: https://tools4vegas.com/

Current version. 1.0.3.29

Change log: https://tools4vegas.com/wp-content/uploads/HappyOtter-Change-Log.pdf

And finally, a shout-out to early alpha testers including: Nick, Guillaume, John, Graham, Marco, Joelson, Michael, and Dustin who have provided invaluable feedback and encouragement. Many thanks to each of you.

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Comments

Grazie wrote on 3/18/2022, 2:23 PM

@wwaag - Oh, is that why KP won’t work? However RE does.

wwaag wrote on 3/18/2022, 2:26 PM

@Grazie

Yes since KP uses the FrameServer and in RE you can use Vegas templates.

Reyfox wrote on 3/18/2022, 2:42 PM

@wwaag I can confirm the crashes. I use KwikPreview a lot, and each time.... crash to desktop.

I too hope this can be resolved quickly.

Jep wrote on 4/12/2022, 6:46 PM

Hi Wayne. Recently Vegas started crashing as soon as I click on the HOS help icon. This happens in both Vegas Pro 13 and Vegas Pro 15. Is there a fix availble?

Jep wrote on 5/7/2022, 3:59 PM

Hi Wayne. Recently Vegas started crashing as soon as I click on the HOS help icon. This happens in both Vegas Pro 13 and Vegas Pro 15. Is there a fix availble?

Just wondering if there is any progress with this issue?

wwaag wrote on 6/13/2022, 9:16 PM

New build 1.0.3.21 is now available.

Change log may be found here. https://tools4vegas.com/wp-content/uploads/HappyOtter-Change-Log.pdf

New versions of Avisynth, FFmpeg, Nvencc64, QSVencc64, VCEencc64, MPC-HC, MediaInfo
Bug Fixes

Check for New Version, Messages, Crash Reporting quit working in April--fixed
Desktop icons not added during installation--fixed
RenderPlus:
- Added 14.985 as supported frame rate
- Entered file name not honored when using join option—fixed
- Sufifx not entered when using file renaming utility
DeshakerRedux
- AddedTakes folder path included forward slash—fixed
ImportAssist
- Use of MagicYUV or UtVideo failed when using Avisynth scripts—fixed
- Use of Cineform failed when no crop—fixed
- Improved dialog logic

Known Problems

The deprecated DebugMode FrameServer no longer works in Vegas 19 after Build 532. It still works in earlier versions.
The new CuminCoder FrameSever will be available as part of HOS in next build

Here is a direct link for download of the latest version. https://tools4vegas.com/ru4f7l9rxql9ykg/

Grazie wrote on 6/14/2022, 12:04 AM

The new CuminCoder FrameSever will be available as part of HOS in next build

@wwaag - Well that's great news, you've done a mountain of work- eh? Much appreciated. Any idea of an ETA on its landing? I've become addicted to KP.

Reyfox wrote on 6/14/2022, 3:15 AM

@wwaag like @Grazie, I too am addicted to KP!

Grazie wrote on 6/14/2022, 3:51 AM

@Reyfox - I’m addicted so much, I have the activation KEYSTROKE set to one of my buttons on my Contour Shuttle Pro - BOSH! Done ✅ , then up rises KP and I have full Framerates of whatever I’m working on stunning 🤩 .

Reyfox wrote on 6/14/2022, 8:24 AM

@Grazie KP is an essential part of my workflow. It gets used in every project I work on. I can't wait to have it back!

Musicvid wrote on 6/14/2022, 8:47 AM

Glad to see our guru Wayne back in full capacity! I tested the Cumincode trial and it does indeed work with latest Vegas builds. Fingers crossed.

Grazie wrote on 6/14/2022, 9:28 AM

@Musicvid - Were you required to purchase Cumincode FS?

Musicvid wrote on 6/14/2022, 9:48 AM

I just downloaded the trial to check it/

wwaag wrote on 6/14/2022, 10:10 AM

To clear up any misunderstanding, the CuminCode FrameServer (CCFS) has been working in HOS since last September. There are significant advantages including true10 bit frameserving and virtual mode which enables Vegas to be opened directly in pretty much any application. Unlike the original DebugMode FS, it is a paid application, which at the moment costs a nominal $25. Even though CCFS will be included in HOS, it will remain a paid application which will be included in the purchase price of future HOS licenses. It is planned that no separate activation be required when included in the HOS license. For those with an existing license, a purchase upgrade will be available--the exact details are yet to be determined. My recommendation to anyone wanting to use the latest versions of Vegas 19 and also use the rendering scripts in HOS including KP--just purchase the CCFS license now. At most, you would probably save $10 by waiting until the upgrade licenses are available.

Grazie wrote on 6/15/2022, 7:31 AM

I'm not seeing CCFS as a Render Option in VP19. The installer makes no reference to it in Vp19:

No warning on the Purchase site that it isn't going to install for VP19:

I can confirm it's working nicely in VP18. Did I miss the MEMO on this not being available inVP19, or what?

douglas_clark wrote on 6/15/2022, 8:28 AM

@Grazie CCFS is a choice in my VP19 b636 render dialog. I don't remember doing anything with CCFS when I upgraded from VP18 to VP19. I have however not used it lately, so I can't confirm it works VP19 -- but it is there.

Grazie wrote on 6/15/2022, 8:38 AM

@douglas_clark - Thank you, but no, I don’t see it in the Render As menu. Also, I uninstalled Satish’s FS prior to installing CCFS. I see you have BOTH in the Render As menu as options. Do I need to have BOTH?

joelsonforte.br wrote on 6/15/2022, 3:07 PM

@Grazie

Just select "Magix Vegas Plugin - from Vegas 18" and choose the VEGAS Pro 19 directory.

See the video bellow

Grazie wrote on 6/15/2022, 3:30 PM

@joelsonforte.br - Thank you, and yes that worked. Personally, I'd call that an Installer Bug.

Grazie wrote on 6/15/2022, 3:39 PM

OK, back with the Program: KwikPreview running top-notch speed Previews.

wwaag wrote on 6/15/2022, 6:27 PM

For anyone installing CCFS. Once installed, if you re-run the HOS setup, it will detect that CCFS has been installed and then add the necessary files for all Magix versions of Vegas that are present as well as Sony V13.

Grazie wrote on 6/19/2022, 4:58 AM

Good to go so I Purchased CCFS Licence.

wwaag wrote on 8/3/2022, 12:42 PM

New build 1.0.3.22 is now available.

Change log may be found here. https://tools4vegas.com/wp-content/uploads/HappyOtter-Change-Log.pdf

New versions of Nvencc64, QSVencc64, VCEencc64, MPC-HC

New Features and Improvements

CuminCode FrameServer (CCFS) 30 day trial included
- Required for HOS rendering tools when using later builds of Vegas 19 and future Vegas versions
- Tools requiring CCFS: Render+, KwikPreview, RenderEvents, ProxyAssist, FrameFixer, AviDub, and DeshakerRedux.
- Discounted CCFS licenses available for purchase on HOS website for existing HOS license holders--$15 https://tools4vegas.com/get-a-license/
- CCFS license included when purchasing a new HOS license
DeshakerRedux--redesigned mask creation dialog

For more information on CCFS, here is a link to the developer's website. http://www.cumincode.com/frameserver/

Here is a direct link for download of the latest version. https://tools4vegas.com/ru4f7l9rxql9ykg/

john_dennis wrote on 8/3/2022, 1:08 PM

@wwaag

My outlook for the day just improved.

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