[Mike Thomas]

Thanks for the reply John. I suppose my biggest problem is not knowing what my problem is! After reading these replies though I’m beginning to see that the problem is probably my computer. As I mentioned, computers aren’t my strong point…though I’m learning. To answer your questions:
I’m using Vegas 9.
My processor is only 2.40GHz.
I’ll using Vista 32 bit.
My main problem is the computer just freezing up or giving me an “error, not enough memory” whenever I put more than half the movie into the timeline.
My project is a 2 hour feature film with FX on every clip, audio and video(color correcting, etc). It was shot in HD 1080 and I’m rendering it out to go on a single layer DVD: 29.97fps/VBR 8,000/4,800/2,700,00. My rendering settings are correct as I spent a lot of time reading old threads on this forum.

I really appreciate you guys answering my questions here. I’ve really thrown myself into filmmaking and plan to produce another film soon…but my biggest challenge has been with computers as I just can’t seem to get simple straight answers about them. I will take all your suggestions and upgrade soon! If you all have any specific things that I should look for when I upgrade PLEASE let me know.

[Mike Thomas]

Thanks for the thoughts. It’s good to know that others are working on feature length projects without a problem. Computers are not my strong suit. I had assumed that what I’ve been running was plenty sufficent but I’ll take you’re advice and look into upgrading soon. My editing computer has never been online except for updating purposes so I know there’s no issues there. I might also try re-formatting C drive as you suggest.

I’m really just out of time at this point and I’ve had to settle for rendering my feature film as 2 separate parts…as that’s all Vegas(or my computer) would handle. I’m rendering as I write this. Then I’m going to stick part 1 and 2 into Architect and “link” them together. The only problem with this approach is that there will be a noticeable pause as the finished DVD plays over the connection. What’s worse, some dvd players will flash “Play” on the screen for a second as it plays through the parts. Live and learn I suppose.

[Mike Thomas]

I’ve found that the problem with copy/pasting scenes is that I lose all my FX when I do that. Some scenes I’m done working on have a dozen tracks or more with both audio and video effects applied. Am I missing something with copy/pasting?

The project is HD not SD.

I researched more and found that it’s necessary to have the Service Pack 1 upgrade for Vista which my editing computer doesn’t have. Once I get that installed today hopefully my machine will stop freezing up and giving me “low memory” errors.

[Mike Thomas]

After more research I’m learning that others are having this same problem and it seems that I may need some critical Vista updates having to do with the way Vista handles RAM usage. Still though…if anyone has any thoughts I’d like to hear them. Thanks!

[Mike Thomas]

Thank you so much John! So simple. I have a lot to learn. Your videos are very helpful, btw.