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For example, suppose the DV digital cut delay is set to 0 frames. The digital cut is expected
to begin with the first frame of the sequence being recorded on the IN point designated on
the tape. In this example, the IN point is set to frame number 6. This is where the recording
would begin on the tape. However, due to the behavior of the particular DV device, the
digital cut does not perform as expected. The first frame of the sequence recorded on the
tape is actually the fourth frame.
To correct this, the DV digital cut delay should be increased to have the Avid system delay
sending the sequence to the device. If the DV digital cut delay is set to three frames, this
should cause recording on the tape to begin with the correct sequence frame.
Delaying the Sequence for a Digital Cut
You can delay the sequence stream being sent to a DV device during a digital cut. This can
help you to ensure that the first frame recorded is the first frame of your sequence. For more
information, see “Understanding DV Digital Cut Delay” on page 1033.
To delay the sequence for a digital cut:
1. Click the Settings tab in the Project window.
2. Double-click Deck Preferences.
The Deck Preferences dialog box opens.
3. Select Override Recommended Digital Cut Delay.
4. Determine the approximate delay and type the delay in the Digital Cut Delay (frames)
text box.
5. Click OK.
6. Perform a digital cut.
See “Using the Digital Cut Tool” on page 1012.
7. Repeat this process until you achieve the appropriate delay.
Using EDL Manager
An edit decision list (EDL) is a detailed list of the edits contained in a sequence, including
all the timecode and supported effects information required to re-create the sequence in an
online videotape suite. The EDL is organized into a series of chronological instructions
called events, which are interpreted by an edit controller that automates the assembly of the
videotape master.