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Stage 1: Opening the Log and Capture Window
The Log and Capture window provides controls for controlling a VTR or camcorder,
previewing video from tape, setting In and Out points, logging, and capturing clips. It
must be open before you can log and capture clips. See “Opening the Log and Capture
Window” for more information.
Stage 2: Inserting a Tape in the VTR
You need to make sure there is a proper connection between the VTR and camcorder
and Final Cut Pro. See “Inserting a Tape in the VTR” for more information.
Stage 3: Setting a Logging Bin to Store Logged Clips
When you log clips, you need to specify a logging bin where the clips are stored in your
project. See “Setting a Logging Bin to Store Logged Clips” for more information.
Stage 4: Entering a Reel Name for the Current Tape
All clips require a reel name. Make sure you enter the proper reel name before you capture.
See “Entering a Reel Name for the Current Tape” for more information.
Stage 5: Setting Clip In and Out Points
A clip to be captured is defined by In and Out points that you set as you view the footage
in Final Cut Pro. This is how you tell Final Cut Pro what part of a tape to capture. See
“Setting Clip In and Out Points” for more information.
Stage 6: Entering a Clip Name and Other Logging Information
You can enter a variety of clip properties in the Logging tab of the Log and Capture
window. See “Entering a Clip Name and Other Logging Information” for more information.
Stage 7: Adding Markers to Clips While Logging
As you log, you can set markers within clips to note significant parts for future reference.
See “Adding Markers to Clips While Logging” for more information.
Stage 8: Selecting Which Tracks to Capture
For each clip you log, you need to specify which video and audio tracks are captured to
the clip’s media file. See “Selecting Which Tracks to Capture” for more information.
Stage 9: Changing Capture Settings
If you’ve changed equipment or your Easy Setup, you may need to modify your capture
settings. See “Changing Capture Settings” for more information.
Stage 10: Setting Video and Audio Levels for Analog Video
If you are capturing from an analog source, you can adjust analog video and audio levels
for each clip in the Clip Settings tab of the Log and Capture window. See “Setting Video
and Audio Levels for Analog Video” for more information.
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