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Delaying the Sequence for a Digital Cut
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delay are also inconsistent. If the sequence is missing frames at the beginning of the digital cut
on the tape, increase the delay. If the first frame of the sequence is repeated, decrease the DV
digital cut delay. The starting frame of the sequence should change according to your delay.
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 1038.
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 1020.
7. Repeat this process until you achieve the appropriate delay.