Graphics Programs Reference
In-Depth Information
Log and Transfer
When working with Panasonic P2 media, or Sony SxS cards, the procedure for
getting the files into Final Cut Pro is different to working with tape.
Solid-state media, unlike tape, has no moving parts and
the files can be accessed in a non-linear fashion. There is
no spooling, transfer can take place faster than real-time,
there are no dropouts and the media is designed for
acquisition but not for archiving. Recording to solid-state
media also provides for variable frame-rate recording -
known as undercranking and overcranking (terms
borrowed from the film world.) This provides for high
quality, film-like, slow motion and fast motion.
Panasonic P2 media
As with tape based media one needs to set the
Scratch Disks so that Final Cut Pro is told where to store
the files.
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Sony SxS cards
1
Go to the file menu and choose
System Settings. The familiar
Scratch Disks window will appear.
Select a drive to store your files
and follow the procedure already
described earlier for setting the Scratch Disks with tape based media.
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2
Go to the file menu and scroll down to
Log and Transfer, located immediately
below Log and Capture.
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3
Assuming you have a P2 or SxS card mounted on the desktop of your
Mac, you will then be greeted by a visual list of the media on the card.
