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Rory Hinds

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NO Audio - in action or CFX
by Rory Hinds 2 months ago
anyone else having no audio playback in Action or CFX Is there a trick to turning audio on so you can hear it I have loaded the Main Audio and can see the wave form in the Timebar but am getting no au
Re: NO Audio - in action or CFX
by Rory Hinds 2 months ago
Hi Grant Thanks for the reply, I really appreciate it. Does this work for you As I've been doing exactly as you say but it doesn't work. Maybe a bug Thanks again Rory Rory Hinds mine www.minefilms.com
Timing Offset - does it work?
by Rory Hinds 2 months ago
I can't get the timing offset to work in 2013sp2 I'm in Action and go to the Timing tab and adjust the Timing Offset of an element but it doesn't change anything. I'm trying to time my layers like you
Re: Timing Offset - does it work?
by Rory Hinds 2 months ago
Thanks Brian User error on my part ":-) i have it sorted now. Cheers rory Rory Hinds mine www.minefilms.com
Cut clip with synced audio - wants to move 2 parts
by Rory Hinds 2 months ago
Please could someone tell me what I'm doing wrong. I have a clip in a sequence that is both video and synced stereo audio. When I cut the clip and go to move the cut clip, Smoke selects both clips and
MacPro + 17"MacBookPro + 24" LCD + 8Tb RAID + nVidia Quadro FX 5600 + Decklink + eSata
by Rory Hinds 8 months ago
mega deal http: www.ebay.com itm 320982915922 ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649#ht_776wt_1189 Rory Hinds mine www.minefilms.com
AMA linked ProRes - works for awhile then goes MEDIA OFFLINE
by Rory Hinds 1 year ago
So I'm new to Avid and am importing "linking to AMA" ProRes files. Everything seems okay then after a sort while it says MEDIA OFFLINE. What gives Does AMA actually work Rory Hinds mine www.minefilms.
Re: AMA linked ProRes - works for awhile then goes MEDIA OFFLINE
by Richard Sanchez 1 year ago
Always always transcode. Use AMA as a means to view your footage, even log your footage, but transcode to MXF media when you're ready to edit. You can't kick out an AAF for audio mix from AMA media, a
Media Composer 6 - importing ProRes files - why's it still transcoding to MXF
by Rory Hinds 1 year ago
Hi there I'm new to Avid and coming over from Final Cut Pro. I've read that the new Avid Media Composer 6 can import Apple ProRes natively but when I try it still transcodes all my ProRes QT files so
Re: Media Composer 6 - importing ProRes files - why's it still transcoding to MXF
by Mike Silverman 1 year ago
I'm brand new to Media Composer (from FCP) - Is it possible to do Multiclip editing with files that are linked using AMA If not, is the only way to use the Multiclip function by importing ProRes files
LOG files in Smoke
by Rory Hinds 2 years ago
Just trying to figure out what SMOKE does to LOG files when you view them in the player, it seems to do a LOGtoLIN conversion or something like that as the image looks darker and the only way to see t
Re: LOG files in Smoke
by Rory Hinds 2 years ago
Hi Grant Thanks for your reply and helping me understand this. I'm confused as to why this feature is there and still unsure what its doing. I have LOG data so my project is setup to LOG and in the pl
Maya Fluid Effects - setup needed
by Rory Hinds 2 years ago
Hi there I am looking to find out if there are any Maya artist's out there that could setup a Fluid Effect for me. I have a few shots I need to create this Fog Smoke effect for and would be looking fo
Re: Maya Fluid Effects - setup needed
by Rory Hinds 2 years ago
Hi Vidhun Thanks for your message, please let me know an email address to contact you on or please email me at rory"at"minefilms"dot"com Thanks Rory Rory Hinds mine www.minefilms.com
Maya Fluid Effects - setup needed
by Rory Hinds 2 years ago
Hi there I am looking to find out if there are any Maya artist's out there that could setup a Fluid Effect for me. I have a few shots I need to create this Fog Smoke effect for and would be looking fo
Dip Switch's on Sync Generator - UNCLEAR
by Rory Hinds 2 years ago
Hi there I have just purchased the Sync Generator and am trying to figure out how to set it up to do 1080 23.98 and the diagram for the switches is unclear. It shows a ON and a OFF and numbers 1 thoug
Re: Dip Switch's on Sync Generator - UNCLEAR
by Joshua Helling 2 years ago
Next to the number 1 is printed ON. Next to the ON is a down arrow. Any dipswitch in the DOWN position is considered ON. So to be clear. If the unit is sitting on a desk. And you are looking at the TO
Kona Output - Correct Aspect for 2k footage on HDSDI out
by Rory Hinds 2 years ago
Hi there I have a Kona 3 and am working on a RED project that is 2240x960. I'd like to be able to play out the footage in the correct aspect ratio but I can't seem to find the setting. It outputs fine
Re: Kona Output - Correct Aspect for 2k footage on HDSDI out
by Rory Hinds 2 years ago
On Red one, 4480x1920 actually gives a 2.33:1 aspect ratio. I'm working in 2k and not 4k so the frame size is 2240 x 960 Rory Hinds mine www.minefilms.com
MC Color support
by Rory Hinds 3 years ago
does anyone know when the MC Color panel will be supported and of course when AJA cards will work too Rory Hinds mine www.minefilms.com
Re: MC Color support
by Rory Hinds 3 years ago
BMD have to produce a API which will allow 3rd parties to develop drivers for their products. So its not up to AJA or Avid or even Tangent, its all up to BMD to produce there API Rory Hinds mine www.m
Smoke + MC Color = Lag
by Rory Hinds 3 years ago
I have read that there is a lag when using the MC Color with Smoke, which doesn't sound like a great experience and would annoy the hell out of me. Why the lag Are the drivers just not up to it Rory H
Re: Smoke + MC Color = Lag
by Rory Hinds 3 years ago
Hi Grant Thanks for your input. I think it was on REDUser that I read the feedback about the MC Color having a lag. Do you know if the Linux version supports the MC Color or if there is plans to do so
Linux version - does it use the nVidia SDI
by Rory Hinds 3 years ago
just wondering if the Linux version of Resolve uses the nVidia SDI output card to speed up throughput or does it use the Decklink like the Mac version Rory Hinds mine www.minefilms.com
Re: Linux version - does it use the nVidia SDI
by Rory Hinds 3 years ago
Cool, thanks Peter That clears it up. nVidia SDI is used like other use it, just for monitoring. I'll buy Resolve on Linus when Blackmagic allow you to build your own system as I don't have the pocket
Hdmi out on decklink from Resolve mac...?
by Christopher Adams 3 years ago
For those running with the Decklink and resolve: Does the Decklink allow HDMI monitoring out I am coming from color matrox world. And have been using a calibrated pro plasma setup. Do I need to spring
Re: Hdmi out on decklink from Resolve mac...?
by Rory Hinds 3 years ago
who cares what it looks like as long at it works. drilling a hole in a MacPro seems the way to go as Apple have left the Pro market behind for iToys. Besides the MacPro is out of sight away from the m
Kona 3 Mac into a PC
by Rory Hinds 3 years ago
Just wondering if I can take my Mac Kona 3 and run it in a PC I think the hardware is the same and I just need PC drivers but thought I would check
Re: Kona 3 Mac into a PC
by Rory Hinds 3 years ago
cool, thanks Rory Hinds mine www.minefilms.com
Pantone Neutral Gray Paint
by illya laney 3 years ago
Posted on the DaVinci forum also... 17-4402 TPX Neutral Gray paint by Pantone. I was wondering if any of you have used this paint and if so, did you ever check the SRC Since Pantone is owned by X-Rite
Re: Pantone Neutral Gray Paint
by Rory Hinds 3 years ago
thanks, I really need the N5 breakdown so I can start painting my walls and get my room finished... any ideas Rory Hinds mine www.minefilms.com
grey
by Rory Hinds 3 years ago
anyone know what the color grey is used to have behind the LCD which the 6000k light shines on for the colorist to get a proper white balance while grading Rory Hinds mine www.minefilms.com
Re: grey
by Simon Astbury 3 years ago
As JP has said a gradient is essential to stop eye strain, my background is concave and I get a very nice gradual fall off towards the middle.
Smoke Mac 2011 Sp4
by Rory Hinds 3 years ago
anyone know where you can downloaded the latest SP4 of Smoke 2011 on Mac
Linux version vs Mac version
by Rory Hinds 3 years ago
Does anyone know the difference between the Linux and Mac version of Resolve Rory Hinds mine www.minefilms.com
Re: Linux version vs Mac version
by Rory Hinds 3 years ago
Joseph, I don't think its fair to aim Resolve at the $900 mark as there are a lot of "cottage" freelancers doing amazing work for high profile clients, they are just not a facility. If Resolve was $20
Smoke on Mac - 2 computer displays
by Rory Hinds 3 years ago
So can Smoke on Mac work when you have 2 DVI monitors connected to your Mac Pro I have read that it requires 1 monitor which is fine and I love the one monitor workflow but I want to have Resolve on t
Re: Smoke on Mac - 2 computer displays
by Brandon McFarland 3 years ago
Yes it works fine. There are a few weird issues when you cross the line between them (they seem to be only visual glitches), but so far that hasn't been an issue. It does the same as cmd+tab to switch
BM Decklink
by Rory Hinds 3 years ago
Are Autodesk going to support the Decklink cards to offer users more options apart from the Kona3 Rory Hinds mine www.minefilms.com
Re: BM Decklink
by Rory Hinds 3 years ago
but but what if you want run Smoke on the same system. Swopping out the cards to change the app would pretty much suck Rory Hinds mine www.minefilms.com
HDLink - is the HDMI 10bit
by Rory Hinds 3 years ago
Could someone from Blackmagic confirm what the spec of the HDMI is on the HDLink product range. Is it HDMI 1.4 Does it output in 10bit Is it switchable between RGB & YUV Seems the mini convertor is 10
Re: HDLink - is the HDMI 10bit
by Rory Hinds 3 years ago
Hi Neil I was told by BM that is only does RGB out and its not selectable between RGB and YUV like the mini convertors. Rory Hinds mine www.minefilms.com
looking for assistance
by Rory Hinds 3 years ago
Hi there I have audio that needs fixing and I'm hoping that someone can help me setup a Soundtrack pro project so I can apply the settings to all the audio I have. If you're interested in helping. The
HDMI vs HDSDI
by Rory Hinds 3 years ago
With the advent of RAW acquisition, namely the RED and now Arri and with digital delivery overtaking film and tape is there really a need for HDSDI I'm trying to work out if I can monitor via HDMI 10b
AE CS4 - Interpret Footage is INCORRECT
by Rory Hinds 4 years ago
When I import a 29.97fps QT into AE CS4 it sees the files frame rate as 31.579fps When I conform the frame rate to 29.97 the file plays out of sync what gives Is this a CS4 bug or am I missing somethi
Re: AE CS4 - Interpret Footage is INCORRECT
by Rory Hinds 4 years ago
Hi Dave Yes is seems to be happening all the time. I'm guessing this is a CS4 bug. Anyone else having this issue Rory Hinds mine www.minefilms.com
FCP settings list to long - how to cut & how to save settings
by Rory Hinds 5 years ago
Hi there I'm hoping someone can help me. I'm running FCP6.0.4 and want to cut the list of Settings and can't seem to find where they are stored. In FCP doing.... File Export QuickTime Movie and choose
Re: FCP settings list to long - how to cut & how to save settings
by Rory Hinds 5 years ago
Hi Shane Thanks for you're help. Adding compressor to the chain would slow me down as my spots are 30 seconds so output from FCP is much quicker. Do you know if you can customize the list in FCP Regar
JL Cooper MCS 3400 & Spectrum (Ethernet) for sale
by Rory Hinds 5 years ago
I have a JL Cooper MCS 3400 & Spectrum (Ethernet) for sale. Both in fantastic shape with all cabling needed to get up and running with Color in no time. email me for details at rory"at"minefilms"dot".
nVidia FX5600
by Rory Hinds 5 years ago
anyone have experience with the nVidia FX5600 in the new Mac Pro's using Color Putting a system together now and trying to justify the high cost.Rory Hinds mine www.minefilms.com
Re: nVidia FX5600
by Simon Blackledge 5 years ago
There is a new ATI on the way apparently the same spec as the xt1900 so you may want to hold off. s
AJA Kona 3 - Mac Pro - PAL Land
by Rory Hinds 6 years ago
I have a Kona3 card and have been having nothing but problems with it. AJA have sent a replacement card as well as a replacement cable, I've even replaced the Mac Pro and still issues persist. Just wa
Re: AJA Kona 3 - Mac Pro - PAL RANT !
by Rory Hinds 6 years ago
Thanks Bob I've returned the HDLink and will have a replacement on Monday Tuesday. Hopefully it will just work or I'll have to purchase a AJA version. Will let you know once the new HDLink is back and
HDLink - Kona 3 - 25p
by Rory Hinds 6 years ago
I have a Kona 3 card and am trying to figure out why I can't get 1080p25 displayed via the HDLink. When I have it set to 25p I get a green screen. I can only get it working in 1080i25. Anyone else hav
Timecode fx - changing font
by Rory Hinds 6 years ago
Hi there Does anyone know how I can change the font of the Timecode fx as I'd like to create a countdown clock in my own style. Thanks RoryRory Hinds mine www.minefilms.com
Re: Timecode fx - changing font
by Rory Hinds 6 years ago
thank you expression are indeed the way forward. Regards RoryRory Hinds mine www.minefilms.com
HDLink Pro - what's the hold up?
by Rory Hinds 6 years ago
Just wondering why the HDLink Pro is being held up as it was meant to ship in JULY.Rory Hinds mine www.minefilms.com
Stops working - no rendered file anywhere?
by Rory Hinds 6 years ago
Hi there I've encounted this problem before and don't know how to fix it. So I've finished my composite in Shake and want to render it out, give myself a file-out node and set my settings and render t
Re: Stops working - no rendered file anywhere?
by Rory Hinds 6 years ago
thanks for the tip I did notice that this happens with I use the Send to Shake option in FCP but it renders fine if I manually file in my media. bugs! Also I've notice I can't render to 10bit Uncompre
Whats up with BM?
by Rory Hinds 6 years ago
Come on guys whats up with BM these days Release a driver that doesn't work then get feedback and we hear nothing... Is the cow no longer your user forum Should we be somethere else Rory Hinds mine ww
Re: Whats up with BM?
by Jimmy Brunger 6 years ago
support(at)blackmagic-design(dot)com is what I'm using - started the query on that addy...but nothing for weeks now. Posted a few things on here aswell and almost no responses from the team...*Product
6.2 crashes G5
by Rory Hinds 6 years ago
I've discovered the 6.2 drivers are crashing my G5. I'm using FCS2 and was getting continuous crashes after installing 6.2 Having gone back to 6.1 seems to have sorted the problem out. Head up.
Re: 6.2 crashes G5
by Rory Hinds 6 years ago
Hi Luke Any news on the problems with 6.2 Regards RoryRory Hinds mine www.minefilms.com
8 core, decklink, FCS2 problem
by Meeroo Sareew 6 years ago
is there some issues with decklink extreme, 8 core and or FCS2 first we had 8 core (5 Gb ram memory) + FCP5 + DLextreme working on DV project, and it started to freeze and than system collapsed. then
Re: 8 core, decklink, FCS2 problem
by Rory Hinds 6 years ago
The is a major problem with BM 6.2 drives... I had to go back to 6.1 to get my system back up and running as it had the same problem you are having. Regards RoryRory Hinds mine www.minefilms.com
Batch Export Markers as JPEG's
by Rory Hinds 6 years ago
anyone know how to batch exports markers as JPEG files in FCP6 It doesn't seem to be working for me as it only exports one frame and not the markers. Regards RoryRory Hinds mine www.minefilms.com
Re: Batch Export Markers as JPEG's
by Rory Hinds 6 years ago
Yeah I'm doing what I would do in FCP5 and it seems broken in FCP6 or they have change the way you do it Rory Hinds mine www.minefilms.com
Color NO GO
by Rory Hinds 6 years ago
Just finished grading a feature from a EDL cut list using a QT file. Everything went fine apart from 4 crashes and 70 minutes lost working time. I've finished the render and surprise surprise I can't
Re: Color NO GO
by Rory Hinds 6 years ago
This is not Version 1 software as Final Touch was up to 2.7 Having used this software for 2 years now the new manual does little help to issues that have plagued this software. Rory Hinds mine www.min
Layer Break Point - not working
by Rory Hinds 6 years ago
Anyone else notice the DVDStudio Pro's Layer break point has been broken with the release of FinalCutStudio 2 It seems once you have set the Break Point you are unable to change it. Very frustrating o
Re: Layer Break Point - not working
by Rory Hinds 6 years ago
I have loads of chapter markers.. maybe too many. Once I've set the Break Point I can't reset it to another point. I sellect another option and it just stays on the previous selection.Rory Hinds mine
16Gb P2 Firmware update for the HVX
by Rory Hinds 6 years ago
anyone know wherre I can get the 16Gb P2 Firmware update for the HVX I've read you can download it from Panasonics site but can't find it. Anyone have a link Regards RoryRory Hinds mine www.minefilms.
Re: 16Gb P2 Firmware update for the HVX
by Rory Hinds 6 years ago
Hi David The cards should be shipping this month. Regards RoryRory Hinds mine www.minefilms.com
How do you change the colour of the Rotoshape mask thats Yellow?
by Rory Hinds 6 years ago
HI there I have a simple question, having looked in the manual I can't find it so thought its best to ask here. How do you change the colour of the Rotoshape or QuickShape mask (Shape) It seems to be
Re: How do you change the colour of the Rotoshape mask thats Yellow?
by Matt French 6 years ago
See my thread on how to permanently set your node and roto spline colours in a preferences .h file. I prefer high contrast such as red for the spline and blue for the tangents so you can easily see th
adding large capacity drives to an existing RAID - 300gb and 320gb
by Rory Hinds 6 years ago
Hi there I'm busy rebuilding my RAID using a Infortrend Fiber RAID system and have a bunch of 300Gb drives and I need 3 additional drives to complete the 16 drive system. Unfortunately they don't make
Re: adding large capacity drives to an existing RAID - 300gb and 320gb
by Shane Sokolosky 6 years ago
Yep, It should just not account for the extra Storage when you put thoese drives and the 300GB drives in a RAID mixed together.Shane Sokolosky Technician Consultant shanesky@studionetworksolutions.com
FS-100 with HVX200E
by Rory Hinds 7 years ago
Hi there I have a shoot in NYC USA and my producer has hired a FS-100. I'll be taking my HVX & M2 setup and wanted to make sure the Firestore is universal. Please could you tell me if the FS-100 can w
Re: FS-100 with HVX200E
by Matt McEwen 7 years ago
FS-100 units are either 50Hz (PAL) or 60HZ (NTSC) based. You will need the correct model. Hope that helps, Matt
Best way to stabilize helicopter shots
by Rory Hinds 7 years ago
Hi there I've shot some footage from a helicopter and was wondering what is the best way to stabilize the shots using SHAKE. Regards RoryRory Hinds www.whatismine.com
Re: Best way to stabilize helicopter shots
by Andrew Shanks 7 years ago
the node to use is the magical "Smooth Cam" Check out the tutorial here: http: www.creativecow.net articles mench_michael smooth_cam index.html
square to non square pixels
by Rory Hinds 7 years ago
Hi there Anyone know how I can convert my HD 720 footage to PAL 16:9FHA I've been using a resize node to get the HD footage down to 720x576 and render it out as BMD Decklink 10bit but the problem I'm
Re: square to non square pixels
by BadG3r 7 years ago
I would try two things. First thing is look in the globals tab and adjust the aspect pixel ration. But i never got that thing workin' who knows..... Second thing apply a move2d at the end and scale it
Make Freeze Frame - shows RED
by Rory Hinds 7 years ago
Hi there I'm using FCPHD 5.1.2 on a Mac Book Pro 17" and when I create a Freeze Frame the clip shows up as red. I've checked my Effects Handling and its set to Final Cut Pro. Anyone have any ideas why
Re: Make Freeze Frame - shows RED
by Rory Hinds 7 years ago
Thanks Ben, I'll try trashing the Prev. This is a Freeze frame so FCP has generated the image. Strange. I hope this can be fixed. Regards RoryRory Hinds www.whatismine.com
FS-100 - PAL Doesn't work --BORING!!!!
by Rory Hinds 7 years ago
Hi Matt I finally managed to get a firestore for testing and can confirm that is doesn't work with the PAL HVX-200. I've done an extensive set of test and thought every thing was fine until I test sou
Re: FS-100 - PAL Doesn't work --BORING!!!!
by Rory Hinds 7 years ago
Hi Steve Now that FCP 5.1.2 is out the problems seem to have been solved. I would still like to hear from Matt who claim the Firestore worked 100% when FCP 5.1.1 was all we had, seems like marketing B


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