SPECS FOR SUBMITTING FILE FOR OUTPUT TO HDCAM TAPE

PRODUCTION TIPS & BASIC SPECIFICATIONS

FOR SUBMITTING A FILE FOR OUTPUT TO HDCAM TAPE

• We prefer a MAC OS formatted hard drive, or DVD or Blu-ray DATA disc containing only the files intended for output. If not, please make VERY clear which files are in play. Windows formatted drives require an extra step.

• Many end users require or request time‐code for program start at 1:00:00:00. If you do not want bars and tone or slate you must STILL INCLUDE at least a full minute of black as your program is going to tape and needs “leader”.

• Export a Self Contained QuickTime file from your NLE software, Final Cut, AVID, Premiere, etc. File should be a “mirror” of exactly what you will want to see on the tape. If required by your end user, this should include bars & tone, and slate information as well as the exact time code configuration you will want on the tape(s).

• If your output file is not 1920 X 1080, it will need some adjustment…either cross conversion, such as  (native HDV files or some DVC Pro HD Files) or up-conversion (720p files). While this is a common situation, there is additional cost involved with this process.

• If you do not have enough black leader or “slug” on your output file, or cannot meet the basic specifications listed, your job will require us to import to an edit program and result in additional charges.

• You may want to include the project file(s) on drives if you need us to make any adjustments/edits to the file or to reconnect media for any reason. Depending on the issue, we may only be able to assist on project files from Final Cut Pro or files compatible with this software.

      BEST CODECS FOR HDCAM DUBS

      • Apple Pro Res 422   • DVC Pro HD