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decklink extrem video gain
I’m using decklink extreme and fcp for tv documentaries (PAL). Since i’m using decklink I was disappointed of the quality of my footage (a bit dark and very flat and contrastless). First I tested the camera – nothing. Finally I found out that the decklink extreme is responsable. Capturing component video (from professional players (BETA, DVCPRO or whatever) makes a very low video level. In deed, if you test it with a standard color bar you’ll find out that you have to push the video gain on the decklink to +1,5 db in order to capture a good signal according to the final cut vectorscope. Is my decklink defect? I tried the same on the system of a friend, same hardware, same configuration – and identical result.
Is this normal? If it is, Blackmagic should inform buyers in advance to calibrate the video level. I trusted too much in my new hardware and payed with bad quality, damadging my reputation. That’s the reason I’m posting this warning for other users. Don’t forget to calibrate your decklink before using it professionally!MAC G5 / OS X Tiger / FCP 5 / Decklink extreme v. 5.4.2
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