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can’t capture PAL into FCP 6.1
Hi,
I have a Sony HandyCam DCR-HC15E PAL camera and FCP 6.1. I’m using the DV-PAL FireWire Basic capture preset and it’s not working. When I log a clip and do Batch Capture I get the error: This operation could not be completed because there is no video. When I try Capture Now and hit “Play” on the camera, nothing happens. I can start and stop the tape thru the Log and Capture window but the preview is disabled.
Any help is appreciated! I’ve checked the FCP manual and I think i’m using the right capture preset so I’m not sure what is wrong.
Thanks!
Anne
Intel Mac G5, FCP 6.1 -
2 Replies
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Hi Anne,
“Firewire Basic” is a Device Control Preset. Apparently it is working correctly, as you can start and stop the tape from the Capture window.
How about your Capture Preset, is it DV PAL 48 kHz (with or without anamorphic) ? Go to Audio/Video Settings and check it – it’s the 2nd item from above.
About Capture Now: Perhaps you did things in the wrong order. Your have to run the tape before pressing “Capture Now”.That’s all I can think of…
Jaap
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Hi Jaap,
I had the Capture Preset like you said. I’ll try the Capture Now with the tape running, I didn’t think of that.
Thanks!
Anne
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