User guide

XDCAM Workflow in Final Cut Pro
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5 – XDCAM EX
Also note the other settings available for imported media, and set to suit individual or
project preferences.
• Each source may have its own folder within the Import Location. Left unchecked,
clips will be saved directly to the root of the Import Location.
• Files with duplicate names may be overwritten, or not. Left unchecked, duplicate
filenames will be appended with a serial number to differentiate between the clips.
• Filenames may have additional metadata appended to the standard filename,
and may be set to suit individual or project preferences. In general, set the
preferences as in the graphic on the previous page.
• Subclips may have handles applied.
• The number of audio channels can be limited to only those being monitored.
In general, leave this item unchecked.
• You may choose to have subclips automatically uncheck after importing, which is
a safeguard against creating duplicate imports.
• Imported files may be set to automatically open in FCP or another compatible
application. In general, leave this item unchecked.
4– Close the Preferences window.
Selecting and Previewing Clips
1–
Select an XDCAM volume under the “Source” column. After a few seconds, media
from the selected volume will appear in the List View area.
2– Click on a clip thumbnail to preview the clip in the Clip Viewer.
3– Navigate the clip by:
• Using the keyboard J, K, and L keys to play reverse, pause, and play forward
• Clicking and dragging the timeline pointer.
Creating Subclips
The XDCAM Transfer application provides a convenient way to create subclips of the raw
camera original material, saving both time and hard drive space.
To create a subclip:
1– Click on a clip thumbnail to preview the clip in the Clip Viewer.
2– Click on the Logging button.
3– Click (if necessary) on the disclosure triangle next to the Subclips category to
display the Subclips pane. The clip name and its full-duration logging information
are displayed at the top of the pane.
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