User Manual

Recording Tips 3-11
Recording Tips
Many factors influence the quality of a digital video recording.
Good-quality video requires capturing as much digital information
as quickly as possible. Video rendering is also a complex process and
may take some time to complete, even on the fastest systems.
Here are some suggestions for readying your system for digital video
capture and rendering:
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Source Format:
VHS tape is acceptable for home use, but S-VHS
and HI-8 tape is better.
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CPU:
Use the fastest computer you have available. The faster the
processor, the better.
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RAM:
Increase your computer’s RAM. Although you can use
MovieStar with only 64MB, you can’t have too much RAM.
Adding more RAM to your system will improve performance.
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Hard Drive:
Use the biggest, fastest hard disk you can, and keep
it in good condition with disk optimization software (you should
regularly scan your hard disk for any signs of trouble).
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System Performance:
Quit other applications before using
MovieStar. Having other programs running simultaneously
degrades system performance. This includes programs such as
browsers and mail programs.
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S-Video:
S-Video cables are better than composite connections;
use them if your equipment supports S-Video.
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Video Card:
Recording results and video playback can be affected
by your video card. You might be able to improve performance by
upgrading your card.