[videoblogging] Re: Pimp my FCE
Thanks Pete. I appreciate you taking the time to put that list together. I'm sure I can get some use out of them. Mike http://vlog.mikemoon.net --- In videoblogging@yahoogroups.com, Pete Prodoehl <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > > Pimp Final Cut Express (or Pro) with these plugins... > > I will warn you I have not had extensive time to play with all of these, > but chances are you'll find a few that are useful. And yes, there are > all free... > > > CGM Aged Film LE > http://www.cgm-online.com/eiperle/cgm_aged_film_le_e.html > > Towers of Film 3D > http://www.chv-plugins.com/cms/FxPlug/TowersOfFilm3D/TowersOfFilm3D.php > > DH_Grid > http://www.digital-heaven.co.uk/fcplugins/dh_grid.php > > DH_Guides > http://www.digital-heaven.co.uk/fcplugins/dh_guides.php > > ShadowHighlight > http://www.lyric.com/fcp-plugins/index.htm#shadow > > Nattress (a bunch of them) > http://www.nattress.com/Free/freeFCP.htm > > Chromatic Glow > http://www.riverrockstudios.com/riverrock/pages/chromatGlow.html > > Day For Night > http://www.riverrockstudios.com/riverrock/pages/dayfornight.html > > Jitterbug > http://www.riverrockstudios.com/riverrock/pages/jitterbug.html > > Too Much Too Soon (big collection of them) > http://www.mattias.nu/plugins/ > > FxFactory > http://www.noiseindustries.com/products/fxfactory/free/ > > (FX Factory is actually an architecture that allows you to install other > plugings on top of it. When you install it, you can choose *not* to > install any of the trial plugins, and then just add in the free ones > later, there are a bunch listed on the FxFactory page.) > > > > Pete > > > > > Bren wrote: > > In a previous thread, Pete Prodoehl mentioned some free filters for Final > > Cut Express. I'm curious how everyone pimps out their FCE (or FCPro). I've > > been using the plain vanilla FCE install, but I'd love to start > > experimenting. What filters/plugins do you use? > > > > Brendon Connelly > > http://brendonconnelly.com > > http://yamhill.tv > > http://bikehacks.com > > > > > > > > >
[videoblogging] Re: From Mac *TO* PC -- Should I Switch?
B & H photo has the full version of Sony Vegas, minus the AC3 pro encoder and DVD burning software for 129 bucksThe full Version of Sony Vegas is VERY compairible to Final Cut Pro, nesting, 32 bit color processing, mulit camera editing, pro titler, etc... So on a PC for about 135 bucks or so shipped you can get something that compares to FCP I like having options when it comes to video editing, and right now for Mac it's either their stuff or no one's. That's always been my biggest complaint, I still think when it comes to choices PC's give you more. But at the end of the day it's all just opinion anyway ;) And really good marketing Heath http://batmangeek.com http://heathparks.com --- In videoblogging@yahoogroups.com, Pete Prodoehl <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > > How about sub $200? You can get Final Cut Express for $155 right now, > and it's pretty similar to Final Cut Pro, and can use almost all of the > plugins/filters that FCP can. > > I spent last week evaluating about 30 free filters, so I've got a > editing suite way more powerful than iMovie and way cheaper than Final > Cut Pro... all for less than $200. > > > Pete > > > Heath wrote: > > Software is cheaper on the Mac?!can't say I have looked at every > > piece of software, but show me a sub 100 video editing program just > > for the Mac. I know imovie, but I am talking about the next step > > up. There isn't any...at least not yet. Now there are options like > > running bootcamp, etc...but as far as straight Mac software apps for > > video, nada... > > > > Heath > > > > http://batmangeek.com > > http://heathparks.com > > > > --- In videoblogging@yahoogroups.com, "Robin Harford" > > wrote: > >> Two months ago I made the jump and switched FROM PC TO Mac... and I > >> will never look back. > >> > >> My biggest cause for stress was that I have some custom built > > software > >> that will only run on Windows XP, but using VMware Fusion I can > > toggle > >> back and forth between Mac OS X and XP. No having to close down OS X > >> and reboot in Windows. > >> > >> My productivity has been boosted as a result because using Windows > >> became a major headache, due to the whole OS just slowing down to a > >> snail crawl when rendering videos. And I had uber-memory installed. > >> Not so with my Mac Pro! > >> > >> Regarding using the XP os, it doesn't even come close to Mac OS X, > > and > >> software is generally much cheaper for Mac than Windows. > >> > >> Just my 2 pennies worth. > >> > >> Robin > >> > > > > > > > > > > > > Yahoo! Groups Links > > > > > > > > >
[videoblogging] Re:From Mac *TO* PC -- Should I Switch?
See this is the thing that kills me about Mac's everyone acts like nothing ever goes wrong with them, and yet I hear quite a bit different looking at fourms, etc. It just seems like Jobs and Mac's get a pass...not trying to start a flame debate, I'm just sayin ;) Heath http://batmangeek.com http://heathparks.com --- In videoblogging@yahoogroups.com, Kathryn Jones <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > I have to totally disagree with Tony about applecare, especially if > you have a laptop. I have had the logic board replaced, the screen > replaced, the casing replaced and two batteries replaced (pretty > evenly spread between my two years of ownership) and have paid 0 > dollars. I have a first generation macbook pro 17" - so its been a > little over buggy, but even so, applecare has been more than worth > it to me with every laptop I've owned. > > > > On Jun 9, 2008, at 4:23 PM, Tony Pelliccio wrote: > > > As someone who has analyzed the AppleCare policy, it isn't worth > > it. Most failures occur within the first year and Apple covers out > > to one year automatically. > > > > Secondly don't let Apple install options like bigger HD's and RAM, > > you can do all that yourself less expensively. And were you to do > > that anyhow you'd void your AppleCare contract. > > > > I currently have an laptop with XP Pro and am seriously considering > > a MacBook. > > > > > > > > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] >
[videoblogging] Adding 3rd part features to Blip Player?
Hi Blip developers... Since the blip player is my absolute favorite, I just gotta know, are you planning to release an ActionScript API or part of the source code to make it possible for me to integrate my own features into it. I'd much rather use your slick looking player than build my own. I heard a rumor that 3rd party integration support was in the works. Peder :)
[videoblogging] Free Beer to the person who can explain the steps of recording
So I've been pulling my hair out for weeks and just when I think I get close to having my 24 minute tutorial online for my team to see...something stops me DEAD in my tracks. I'm trying to record my audio and video (great quality not needed) of my screen (outlook, excel, browser, etc) so that my team can start taking more tasks off my plate. I would prefer to stick with CamStudio for now. I have 20 different people telling me to use 20 different software products and until I can figure out how to use the free one, I'm not going to start plunking down $300 a whack. I've been through every HOW TO RECORD SCREENS video on YouTube, Revver, SHOWMEDO etc and I have come to a few conclusions: 1. CamStudio will work just fine for what I need 2. The AVI file it produces is too large and I heard that it depends on the codec involved. 3. I'm clueless on the best compression method at this point and again I'm under the impression that using the same codec is important. 4. If I export to a SWF, audioacrobat can take it but bloats it up ten time bigger than original 5. If I export it to WVM it's all fuzzy and I lose the ability to see the text. I've redcued my screen reso to 800x600 before recording and tried to keep the end result at 640x480. I've tested both WMV, SWF, FLV and all come with issues. I've tried Reply, CamTasia, Media Manager 9, ViewletCam, Windows Movie Maker, VideoLAN/VLC, QuickTime, Windows Media Encoder, and now I've forgotten and have to start the cycle over again. Why can't anyone say "Set the to , and the ___ to " and give me a step by step from start to finish? Again, FREE BEER to whoever can explain this. Disclaimer, FREE BEER may be exchanged for cold hard cash.
[videoblogging] The Future of Copyright
Great acticle http://www.cato-unbound.org/2008/06/09/rasmus-fleischer/the-future-of- copyright/ What scares me is the idea of banning decives or services that "could" lead someone to infringe on copyright. I am telling you, if we are not careful services such as Blip, etc will go away because of legislation. There could be a day when you can't upload a video because there will be no services left, only those that have content "legally" provided to them by studios, etcit can happen... Heath http://batmangeek.com http://heathparks.com
[videoblogging] Re: Free Beer to the person who can explain the steps of recording
I used camstudio and Sony Vegas (lite version) with this video here http://heathparks.com/blog1/?p=275 if this looks good enough for you, email me at heathparks[at]msn.com and I can let you know what compression settings I used. Heath http://batmangeek.com http://heathparks.com --- In videoblogging@yahoogroups.com, "Jennifer" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > So I've been pulling my hair out for weeks and just when I think I > get close to having my 24 minute tutorial online for my team to > see...something stops me DEAD in my tracks. > > I'm trying to record my audio and video (great quality not needed) > of my screen (outlook, excel, browser, etc) so that my team can > start taking more tasks off my plate. > > I would prefer to stick with CamStudio for now. I have 20 different > people telling me to use 20 different software products and until I > can figure out how to use the free one, I'm not going to start > plunking down $300 a whack. > > I've been through every HOW TO RECORD SCREENS video on YouTube, > Revver, SHOWMEDO etc and I have come to a few conclusions: > > 1. CamStudio will work just fine for what I need > 2. The AVI file it produces is too large and I heard that it depends > on the codec involved. > 3. I'm clueless on the best compression method at this point and > again I'm under the impression that using the same codec is > important. > 4. If I export to a SWF, audioacrobat can take it but bloats it up > ten time bigger than original > 5. If I export it to WVM it's all fuzzy and I lose the ability to > see the text. > > I've redcued my screen reso to 800x600 before recording and tried to > keep the end result at 640x480. I've tested both WMV, SWF, FLV and > all come with issues. I've tried Reply, CamTasia, Media Manager 9, > ViewletCam, Windows Movie Maker, VideoLAN/VLC, QuickTime, Windows > Media Encoder, and now I've forgotten and have to start the cycle > over again. > > Why can't anyone say "Set the to , and the ___ to " and > give me a step by step from start to finish? Again, FREE BEER to > whoever can explain this. > > Disclaimer, FREE BEER may be exchanged for cold hard cash. >
[videoblogging] Re:From Mac *TO* PC -- Should I Switch?
Same here. I'm a overheating/no second memory slot victim, too. But I had Applecare and after some prodding and tears they did cover the repair (more like a replacement, really). I was *so* grateful for Applecare when my Powerbook fried out. I'd nevernevernever buy another laptop without it. I actually always buy extended warantees for expensive electronics/appliances that I don't plan on upgrading soon. Computers, cameras, dishwashers. Clock radio? Not so much. I think warrantees are always worth it. Peace of mind. Granted, Applecare ain't cheap, but neither is a new computer. Free repair vs $2000? No contest. Bek -- http://www.missbhavens.com --- In videoblogging@yahoogroups.com, B Yen <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > I have the Powerbook G4 1.5Ghz, & I got Good Guys extended warranty > (2 yr). Good thing I did, the HD died at the end of 2 yrs. > > This laptop had the infamous "missing memory slot" that affected tens > of thousands of users..there's a class-action lawsuit. Basically, > the "cool thin ness" violates the Law of Physics (Thermodynamics): > the heat kills the logicboard..which creates the "missing memory > slot" bug. Apple refuses to acknowledge this problem.
Re: [videoblogging] The Future of Copyright
> What scares me is the idea of banning decives or services that "could" > lead someone to infringe on copyright. I am telling you, if we are not > careful services such as Blip, etc will go away because of > legislation. There could be a day when you can't upload a video > because there will be no services left, only those that have > content "legally" provided to them by studios, etcit can happen... Having had tons of my own material ripped off and sold over the years, and never seeing a penny of the proceeds, I am simply recognising that piracy, whether I like it or not, is here to stay. Rather than apply the old copyright paradigm to new distributed technology, Mark Pesce's lecture on Piracy Is Good (see http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-1720068211869162779&q) really opened my eyes to how as a content producer I can monetarise piracy for my own benefit. Check out the lecture, if you haven't seen it, I reckon it's well worth the 62 minutes. I thought he was on to something with his new "business model" for making piracy work for content creators, rather than go the route of yet more and more legislation that at the end of the day is simply a way to have more and more bureaucratic jobsworths justify their existence. Radical stuff that Pesce fellow proposes... is he way of base folks? Robin
Re: [videoblogging] Re: Free Beer to the person who can explain the steps of recording
Been there; torn that hair out. Use your video camera to record the screen and audio. You'll need to be aware of reflections your screen's not matte and you're not filming in a dark room, but that was THE solution for me as I was nearly bald. Good luck :) jan On Tue, Jun 10, 2008 at 4:05 PM, Heath <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > I used camstudio and Sony Vegas (lite version) with this video here > http://heathparks.com/blog1/?p=275 > if this looks good enough for you, email me at heathparks[at]msn.com > and I can let you know what compression settings I used. > > Heath > http://batmangeek.com > http://heathparks.com > > --- In videoblogging@yahoogroups.com, "Jennifer" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > > > So I've been pulling my hair out for weeks and just when I think I > > get close to having my 24 minute tutorial online for my team to > > see...something stops me DEAD in my tracks. > > > > I'm trying to record my audio and video (great quality not needed) > > of my screen (outlook, excel, browser, etc) so that my team can > > start taking more tasks off my plate. > > > > I would prefer to stick with CamStudio for now. I have 20 > different > > people telling me to use 20 different software products and until I > > can figure out how to use the free one, I'm not going to start > > plunking down $300 a whack. > > > > I've been through every HOW TO RECORD SCREENS video on YouTube, > > Revver, SHOWMEDO etc and I have come to a few conclusions: > > > > 1. CamStudio will work just fine for what I need > > 2. The AVI file it produces is too large and I heard that it > depends > > on the codec involved. > > 3. I'm clueless on the best compression method at this point and > > again I'm under the impression that using the same codec is > > important. > > 4. If I export to a SWF, audioacrobat can take it but bloats it up > > ten time bigger than original > > 5. If I export it to WVM it's all fuzzy and I lose the ability to > > see the text. > > > > I've redcued my screen reso to 800x600 before recording and tried > to > > keep the end result at 640x480. I've tested both WMV, SWF, FLV and > > all come with issues. I've tried Reply, CamTasia, Media Manager 9, > > ViewletCam, Windows Movie Maker, VideoLAN/VLC, QuickTime, Windows > > Media Encoder, and now I've forgotten and have to start the cycle > > over again. > > > > Why can't anyone say "Set the to , and the ___ to " > and > > give me a step by step from start to finish? Again, FREE BEER to > > whoever can explain this. > > > > Disclaimer, FREE BEER may be exchanged for cold hard cash. > > > > > > > > Yahoo! Groups Links > > > > -- Jan McLaughlin Production Sound Mixer air = 862-571-5334 aim = janofsound skype = janmclaughlin [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
Re: [videoblogging] Re: Free Beer to the person who can explain the steps of recording
On Jun 10, 2008, at 3:19 PM, Jan McLaughlin wrote: > Been there; torn that hair out. > > Use your video camera to record the screen and audio. > > You'll need to be aware of reflections your screen's not matte and > you're > not filming in a dark room, but that was THE solution for me as I > was nearly > bald. > > Good luck :) > > jan also, turn off any auto-stabilization options to reduce horz bars (tip from Josh Paul's video book) markus p.s. i love jan's hair [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
[videoblogging] Supernova 2008 Startup video contest
Hey gang, Just wanted to make sure you all knew about a little contest going on as a part of next week's Supernova Conference here in San Francisco -- http://www.supernova2008.com. Kevin Werback is giving away three free passes (each is a $1695 value) to the 3 Start-ups that submit the funniest video to explain why they should win. More information here: http://tinyurl.com/4zwst5 Thanks! lisa Lisa Rein http://onlisareinsradar.com http://www.lisarein.com
Re: [videoblogging] Re:From Mac *TO* PC -- Should I Switch?
I've heard a lot of talk of Extended Warranties in this thread so I just want to throw in that people should never buy extended warranties. Manufacturing defects will appear within the manufacturer warranty period. The only reason anyone offers an extended warranty is because it's a guaranteed money grab. People buy extended warranties because they believe that the odds are in their favour that they'll save money in the long run. This is categorically incorrect. The complete opposite is true. and if the product you're buying actually *needs* an extended warranty that isn't already provided by the manufacturer? Definitely do not purchase this product. This is of course my own opinion but I thought it was important to throw in seeing that you'll almost never hear anyone say "thank GOD i didn't buy the extended warranty" because obviously it doesn't work that way. That being said, I can't imagine that Macs actually need extended warranties...do they? On Tue, Jun 10, 2008 at 4:50 PM, missbhavens1969 <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Same here. I'm a overheating/no second memory slot victim, too. But I > had Applecare and after some prodding and tears they did cover the > repair (more like a replacement, really). I was *so* grateful for > Applecare when my Powerbook fried out. I'd nevernevernever buy another > laptop without it. > > I actually always buy extended warantees for expensive > electronics/appliances that I don't plan on upgrading soon. Computers, > cameras, dishwashers. Clock radio? Not so much. > > I think warrantees are always worth it. Peace of mind. Granted, > Applecare ain't cheap, but neither is a new computer. Free repair vs > $2000? No contest. > > Bek > -- > http://www.missbhavens.com > > --- In videoblogging@yahoogroups.com, B Yen <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > >> I have the Powerbook G4 1.5Ghz, & I got Good Guys extended warranty >> (2 yr). Good thing I did, the HD died at the end of 2 yrs. >> >> This laptop had the infamous "missing memory slot" that affected tens >> of thousands of users..there's a class-action lawsuit. Basically, >> the "cool thin ness" violates the Law of Physics (Thermodynamics): >> the heat kills the logicboard..which creates the "missing memory >> slot" bug. Apple refuses to acknowledge this problem. > >
RE: [videoblogging] Re:From Mac *TO* PC -- Should I Switch?
> I've heard a lot of talk of Extended Warranties in this thread so I > just want to throw in that people should never buy extended > warranties. Manufacturing defects will appear within the manufacturer > warranty period. The only reason anyone offers an extended warranty > is because it's a guaranteed money grab. People buy extended > warranties because they believe that the odds are in their favour that > they'll save money in the long run. This is categorically incorrect. > The complete opposite is true. I was of this same opinion and am for most products. Having said that, I bought one on a laptop once and it paid off. The laptop died due to a heat issue. I got it replaced without hassle. Because the entire laptop cycle had revved, I got a newer laptop with current features. The second laptop died too and that was replaced by the warranty as well, again with a newer laptop with better features. The lesson learned was I'll never buy Toshiba again, but if I hadn't had the extended warranty, they would have repaired my existing laptop, not replaced it. I also purchased the AppleCare on an iPhone and had it pay off by having the iPhone swapped out no questions asked. I still don't buy extended warranties for most things because in many cases they are overpriced, but in the two cases I've cited here, I'm definitely ahead of the game for buying them. An extended warranty is an insurance plan. They are betting most won't pay off to come out ahead. If you buy it, you're betting it will pay. Jake Ludington http://www.jakeludington.com
Re: [videoblogging] Re:From Mac *TO* PC -- Should I Switch?
I can agree that purchase one..maybe two warranties on products can be a wise choice. This is especially true if you are in a financial situation where you shouldn't be purchasing the product in the first place. It's just important to remember that either decision you make is a "bet" and the one that gives you the better odds is the decision of *not* buying extended warranties. Not the other way around. On Tue, Jun 10, 2008 at 8:25 PM, Jake Ludington <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >> I've heard a lot of talk of Extended Warranties in this thread so I >> just want to throw in that people should never buy extended >> warranties. Manufacturing defects will appear within the manufacturer >> warranty period. The only reason anyone offers an extended warranty >> is because it's a guaranteed money grab. People buy extended >> warranties because they believe that the odds are in their favour that >> they'll save money in the long run. This is categorically incorrect. >> The complete opposite is true. > > I was of this same opinion and am for most products. Having said that, I > bought one on a laptop once and it paid off. The laptop died due to a heat > issue. I got it replaced without hassle. Because the entire laptop cycle had > revved, I got a newer laptop with current features. The second laptop died > too and that was replaced by the warranty as well, again with a newer laptop > with better features. The lesson learned was I'll never buy Toshiba again, > but if I hadn't had the extended warranty, they would have repaired my > existing laptop, not replaced it. > > I also purchased the AppleCare on an iPhone and had it pay off by having the > iPhone swapped out no questions asked. > > I still don't buy extended warranties for most things because in many cases > they are overpriced, but in the two cases I've cited here, I'm definitely > ahead of the game for buying them. An extended warranty is an insurance > plan. They are betting most won't pay off to come out ahead. If you buy it, > you're betting it will pay. > > Jake Ludington > > http://www.jakeludington.com > >
Re: [videoblogging] Re:From Mac *TO* PC -- Should I Switch?
On Jun 10, 2008, at 1:50 PM, missbhavens1969 wrote: > Same here. I'm a overheating/no second memory slot victim, too. But I > had Applecare and after some prodding and tears they did cover the > repair (more like a replacement, really). I was *so* grateful for > Applecare when my Powerbook fried out. I'd nevernevernever buy another > laptop without it. I read the lengthy posts on Apple forums, about this issue. After the "missing memory slot" issue, the repaired Powerbooks..had the problem resurface!! It's the heat issue that DAMAGES the logic board! There's an outfit in S. Carolina that understands the problem, & will fix it RIGHT. Applecare wouldn't have covered it, the Good Guys extended care did. I am real leery of all this Apple "cool" stuff (that ends up breakting the "Laws of Physics"), that's also overhyped marketing wise. > > I actually always buy extended warantees for expensive > electronics/appliances that I don't plan on upgrading soon. Computers, > cameras, dishwashers. Clock radio? Not so much. > > I think warrantees are always worth it. Peace of mind. Granted, > Applecare ain't cheap, but neither is a new computer. Free repair vs > $2000? No contest. > > Bek > -- > http://www.missbhavens.com > > --- In videoblogging@yahoogroups.com, B Yen <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > >> I have the Powerbook G4 1.5Ghz, & I got Good Guys extended warranty >> (2 yr). Good thing I did, the HD died at the end of 2 yrs. >> >> This laptop had the infamous "missing memory slot" that affected tens >> of thousands of users..there's a class-action lawsuit. Basically, >> the "cool thin ness" violates the Law of Physics (Thermodynamics): >> the heat kills the logicboard..which creates the "missing memory >> slot" bug. Apple refuses to acknowledge this problem. > > > > > Yahoo! Groups Links > > >
Re: [videoblogging] Re:From Mac *TO* PC -- Should I Switch?
> Going back to the original topic - for price and efficiency it's hard to beat those refurbished HP dual-core slimlines they flog down at J and R, as cheap as $430 inc tax. http://www.jr.com/search/slimline/ + another $230 odd on an LCD Strip down the vista and add on Vegas 8 & QT (cough, pirate bay, cough) and you are cooking..* I've got two of the cheapest ones and am amazed how fast they do m4v renders. They also run silent. joly * I did cough up $40 for the Ultra Flash Video FLV converter which I thoroughly recommend http://www.aone-soft.com/flash_video_flv_converter.htm --- WWWhatsup NYC http://pinstand.com - http://punkcast.com ---
[videoblogging] Youtube videos, ownership?
Who owns the Youtube videos, I thought it was Youtube. I did a project a year ago, where I asked the uploader for permission to transcode the Youtube .flv to an iPod compatible .mp4. So, I could put it on 1 of my iTunes video-podcast. I did a similar thing for another project: http://strings07.blogspot.com Except, they were uploading QT videos & they gave me permission to transcode them to .mp4 for the "Strings 07" iTunes video-podcast. We wanted Apple to do an article about how the new Technology was helping the Content/Distribution model for physics conferences. We actually got a response from Apple, but haven't followed up to push it through. (I really should get on it) http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20080131214045AA3Q4Ia Answerer 1 Read the terms and conditions to truly figure that out. I think that since Google owns the space that the Video is uploaded on that they do own the Videos. Also the fact that they have the right to remove any Videos on Youtube Answerer 2 It's more of a shared ownership. Both the uploader and Youtube can remove the videos at their discretion. All videos uploaded are subject to youtube's policies. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
