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Videoon 5/14/2020
Any way to use 32 bit FX (DebugMode Wax) in 64 bit Vegas Pro?
I'm using my old Sonic Foundry 5 or 6, also 32 bit.
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Videoon 5/14/2020
Any way to use 32 bit FX (DebugMode Wax) in 64 bit Vegas Pro?
Simply moving an element on the Z axis. I used PluginPac for this, combined with Pan/Crop for easy fly-ins from "behind the camera". Pan/Crop alone doesn't cut it. Boris Red standalone will do it, but the round trip from Vegas is a PITA. My ancient copy of Sound Forge (Preferred audio editor) can't be launched from within 64 bit Vegas either...I know Vegas has excellent sound tools, but I'm used to the larger, simple interface for fine cutting words, etc.
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Videoon 5/5/2020
VEGAS Pro Feature Requests
LOCK MARKERS to EVENTS. I've been a Vegas user since V4 and figured it would be simple to add this feature in the "next version". Does no one else miss the ability to slide an event up or down the timeline with markers intact? Ripple edit doesn't cut it for individual events.
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Videoon 4/10/2020
3D Blinds "Spin" transition always pixilated
Thanks for confirming that John. Shame this hasn't been addressed over several generations of Vegas. Maybe Magix can hire New Blue to fix it. :)
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Videoon 4/9/2020
3D Blinds "Spin" transition always pixilated
Sorry John, I should have been more explicit. This only happens when I place another image on the track below, so that the BG during the transition isn't just black. I generally use a .PNG below the video track: logo wallpaper, etc. to show through the black area of the transition. Happens every time, as though the black isn't dropping out completely.
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Videoon 3/5/2020
fix skin color
Again, AAV Color Lab (free) does this very well. I use it for this particular purpose on almost every show (placed in the FX chain right after Color Corrector). A little Hue adjustment goes a long way! Generally, 1-2points on the minus side and 5-6 on the plus side seems to be my sweet spot for skin tone adjustment. Hope this helps.
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Videoon 3/1/2020
New AMD Drivers For Content Creators and Adrenalin Driver
With my Radeon RX460 and V13, projects crash on loading with this driver...had to revert to 21.19.137.1 Seems like this is for much newer/faster GPUs.
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Videoon 2/25/2020
How to adjust HSL individually by channel?
AAV Color Lab will do what you want. It's one of my go to tools for color tweaking. It's also free! Ken
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Videoon 10/20/2019
Can't import Panasonic CX-350 UHD .mov files into Vegas Pro 13
Thanks Musicvid. Yes, I had to convert the file(s) with Virtual Dub to a Cineform .avi. Fortunately, Vdub was able to retain the UHD 10 bit HLG profile of the original, although at 4 times the file size. I'll keep the UHD renders for those few shots that may need stabilization or slight cropping; otherwise I'll just let Vdub downconvert to 1080p for editing and CC, since that is my delivery format. I see no visual difference on the monitor between the original and Cineform files, and a very minor difference on the scopes. Thanks again. Ken
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Videoon 10/13/2019
Rendering 2160p footage to NTSC widescreen (MPEG2) has tiny black bars
Try unchecking the "Maintain aspect ratio" box when rendering. That seems to work for me...stretches it out just enough when I was editing a lot of DV footage..
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Scriptingon 10/3/2019
HappyOtterScripts missing from scripting menu
Thanks Nick. I forgot RTFM! Ken
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Videoon 7/27/2019
CC plus effects in 4k or downrezzed 1080 intermediate?
The original idea was to see if there was any perceivable visual difference in the final .mp4 1080p deliverable. I did a quick test: 1. CC 4k file, render to 1080p YUV 422 Cineform "fine" then to .mp4. 2. Render 4k to Cineform then CC that and render to final .mp4 (I put both Cineform files on the timeline and did a split screen render to the .mp4). I loaded the .mp4 test file onto a thumb drive and played it on a properly set up 42" HD TV. There was no visual difference that I could see, even pixel peeping. The only 4k files I actually "corrected" on the UHD originals (due to pilot error) were a couple that needed stabilization and one that needed a slight rotation correction. So, in this particular case, I see no need to spend the extra render time messing with the 4k files before making my 1080p intermediates. I can edit the full quality Cineforms without proxies.
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Videoon 7/25/2019
CC plus effects in 4k or downrezzed 1080 intermediate?
Thank you both for your help. Ken
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Videoon 7/24/2019
CC plus effects in 4k or downrezzed 1080 intermediate?
Do the UT 444 and 422 codecs allow for smooth playback like Cineform, but with smaller file sizes?
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Videoon 7/24/2019
CC plus effects in 4k or downrezzed 1080 intermediate?
Thanks Musicvid. I actually shot 4k for the ability to crop in and possible image stabilization. My 1080p Cineforms are always YUV 4:2:2 on a setting of High (not Filmscan). When shooting HD 1080p, I see no discernable difference from the originals, so I'll go with CCing the much easier to edit 1080p intermediates. Final delivery will be high bitrate .MP4s for the web and same on a thumb drive for their HDTV. Only thing I've read regarding possible color depth increase is from Barry Green's DVX200 handbook. However, it certainly makes sense that color resolution can't be increased if it isn't there in the first place. My rig is fine for HD, but really struggles to push those 4k files around. Thanks again for your help.
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Videoon 5/10/2019
Codec for old Camcorder Samsung SEDG - AVI. Can you guys open this?
VLC plays the file and converts it to an h264 .mp4 file playable in Vegas 16 (trial version). Won't open in V13.
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Videoon 12/19/2018
Vegas Won't Render on Timeline but PPro Will.
I used Virtual Dub to "re-wrap" an avi file from a time lapse camera for use in Vegas. It's free and may work for you. Ken
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Videoon 2/18/2018
GV codec 8.50 with Vegas 12
See my post above, better use "premultiplied" over "straight" as"straight" isn't clean. Interesting. In the nearly 15 years I've been using Vegas, I have used "straight-unmatted" for my imported PNGs or rendered graphics scenes with alpha channels. They always look clean. I think that was the recommendation some years ago on one of the forums. Are there specific scenarios where I'd be better off using premultiplied? Fine details in a matte or ?
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Videoon 2/17/2018
GV codec 8.50 with Vegas 12
Update on the Cineform RGBA "444 license" error. It actually does work if manually right click on the timeline media and change the alpha channel from "none" to "straight". The error overlay disappears and the alpha channel is active. I should have known that. Ken
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Videoon 2/16/2018
GV codec 8.50 with Vegas 12
Thanks to both of you for the info. Sadly,the GV codec does not include alpha channel in any of it's template configurations. The Cineform RGBA selection renders with a "444 license error supered on the clip. This is likely a limitation of the free GO PRO studio version. I was hoping to have alpha support without going the full uncompressed route...guess that's not to be.
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Videoon 12/3/2017
Random VP12 64 crashes when using keyboard start/pause
Thanks Nick. Interesting that I've never had a crash on render...mp4, Cineform (which I use for mastering),MPEG2; all render just fine. Used the CC registry cleaner you mentioned, it found some errors but removing them had no effect on crashes. The latest one referenced the ntdll.dll module again. I'm now checking to see if the problem is related to a specific kind of media\plug in on the timeline. Onward.
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Videoon 9/1/2017
VP12 64 showing only 1 GPU option
Thanks Nick. Had to install the driver in safe mode, as I kept getting the "computer does not meet standards" type message when installing from within win 7 regular mode. I had to enable multi-monitor/gpu support in Bios, and both options now show up in device manager. However, the only option in Vegas video prefs that shows up, is the one I'm plugged into...mobo HDMI, or video card HDMI. Makes sense, I guess, but I thought that plugging into the RX460 would also allow the Intel 530 choice. I'm using an older, stable Radeon driver. It works, so I'm leaving it alone for now. If I upgrade to V15, I may re-consider. Thanks again. Ken
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Videoon 9/1/2017
Time Lapse Video Advice
Butch, I purchased mine from Smartec Store (they are the distributor and I can vouch for their customer service). No, I have no association with them except as a satisfied customer. If you're shooting indoors, be sure you focus carefully. You need to loosen a screw on the lens, focus using the magnified tiny (1.7") screen image, then re-tighten the screw. Outdoors, you probably wont have to bother with focus, as the depth of field should carry. Have fun! Ken
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Videoon 8/30/2017
Time Lapse Video Advice
Brinno TLC200Pro. Only 1280x720 resolution, but has a 112 degree f/2.0 stock lens, many adjustments, a 1/3" "HDR" chip and runs for weeks on a set of AA batteries. Produces an .avi file (mjpeg) that converts using VirtualDub to an .avi file that Vegas can use. Bought one for a current shoot for about $200 with wall mount, weatherproof case, batteries, 16GB card, AC power. It ain't DSLR quality, but certainly decent picture quality for the price. It's really small, maybe 4x2x2". I have the timer set to shoot 1 frame per minute daily from 9am to 6pm. I simply pull the SD card once a week, copy files to my laptop, replace the card and press the record button again. Couldn't be easier. I'm thinking they will likely come up with a true 1080 version soon. Ken
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