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Entering Capture Mode
Capture mode provides the Digitize tool and controls you need to cap-
ture your footage in digital form. When you enter Capture mode, the
system initializes the Digitize tool and establishes an interface with the
analog playback equipment attached to the system.
Table 6-2 Deck Preferences Options
Option Description
When no tape in
deck log as
You choose the timecode format (Drop Frame or Non-drop Frame) for log-
ging clips when no tape is in the deck. When a tape is in the deck, the sys-
tem automatically uses the existing timecode format on the tape.
Allow assemble edit
for digital cut
You can use the assemble-edit features in the Digital Cut tool along with
the assemble-editing capabilities of your record deck. Select this option to
record frame-accurate digital cuts quickly and without striping entire tapes
in advance. For more information about digital cuts and assemble editing,
see Chapter 19.
Stop key pauses deck This option defines the function of the stop key (space bar) on the key-
board. Select this option to map the space bar to the Pause button on the
deck. Deselect this option to map the space bar to the Stop button.
If the videotape heads are down in “Stop key pauses deck” mode, pressing
the space bar brings up the heads and pauses the deck.
The Stop button on the Digitize tool and Deck Controller tool always stops
the decks. (Choose New Deck Controller from the Tools menu to access the
Deck Controller tool.)
Shuttle holds speed The Shuttle button continues shuttling at a constant speed instead of stop-
ping when you release it.
Stop any paused decks
when quitting
Any paused decks are stopped when you quit the Avid application. Select-
ing this option saves wear on the deck heads.