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General| Brand | Pinnacle Systems |
|---|---|
| Model | miroVIDEO DC30 Series |
| Category | Media Converter |
| Language | English |
Introduces the different Pinnacle boards within the miroVIDEO DC30 series and defines the scope of the manual.
Details the miroVIDEO DC30 series hardware as a PCI video digitizer with JPEG processor, encoder, and audio codec.
Lists the miroVIDEO DC30 series software components including drivers, utilities like miroINSTANT Video, and Adobe Premiere.
Mentions the integrated JPEG processor for real-time Motion-JPEG compression.
Highlights the system's capabilities for digital video editing, including cuts, filters, and graphics integration.
Notes that Adobe Premiere is included for capturing, editing, and playback of digital video.
Lists hardware requirements including a Pentium PC, PCI slot, adequate memory, and a fast hard disk with sufficient capacity.
Details hard disk requirements for data transfer rate and capacity, noting a need for 50% higher transfer rate than video capturing.
Details the process of installing Adobe Premiere from its CD-ROM.
Guides through physically installing the miroVIDEO DC30 series board into a computer's PCI slot.
Guides the installation of the miroVIDEO DC30 series software from the CD-ROM.
Emphasizes discharging static electricity before handling computer components.
Instructs to power down and disconnect all peripherals before opening the computer.
Details connecting S-Video and Composite video sources to the respective inputs.
Explains connecting VCRs or televisions to the S-Video and Composite video outputs.
Directs users to specific sections for installing drivers and software on Windows 95.
Directs users to specific sections for installing drivers and software on Windows 98.
Directs users to a specific chapter for installing software on Windows NT.
Explains the options for Typical, Compact, or Custom installation types.
Explains DirectDraw status, primary surface, and overlay surface support.
Indicates that test results are displayed here, showing component operation status.
Explains the options for Typical, Compact, or Custom installation types.
Asks to check for dropped frames, indicating potential issues.
Explains how to adjust recording quality by changing data rate or compression factor.
Discusses real-time overlay capabilities and potential issues with graphics boards.
Details how to manually set the video standard (PAL, NTSC, etc.) for the outputs.
Describes the 'High resolution' overlay quality setting and its requirements.
Explains the 'Medium resolution' setting for reducing interference.
Explains how to use Playback Control to regulate sound output from connected devices.
Explains adjusting input level and balance for internal audio sources like CD-ROM or sound cards.
Explains adjusting input level and balance for external audio sources like VCRs.
Details the master control for adjusting input levels and balance for audio recording.
Explains how to access video input settings depending on the application used.
Details Full and Half resolution options for horizontal digitization.
Explains Both fields and One field options for vertical digitization.
Explains the compression slider and its relation to data rate and quality.
Details the data rate slider for capturing video and its impact on quality.
Guides on selecting the desired video standard (PAL, NTSC, etc.) for output.
Guides on creating a new project.
Guides on selecting the video standard (PAL, NTSC, SECAM, etc.).
Explains selecting quality based on target format (S-VHS, VHS, CD-ROM).
Guides on enabling audio capture and selecting quality settings.
Guides on selecting the video standard (PAL, NTSC, SECAM, etc.).
Explains Full, Half, and Quarter resolution options for output quality.
Guides on enabling audio capture and selecting quality settings.
Explains how to toggle between input/output connections.
Guides on specifying whether the audio connection is internal or external.
Guides on specifying the type of video device connected (S-Video, composite, etc.).
Explains how to toggle between input/output connections.
Guides on specifying whether the audio connection is internal or external.
Guides on specifying the type of video device connected (S-Video, composite, etc.).
Guides on starting and stopping video recording.
Describes how video display differs in Premiere 5.1 with miroINSTANT Video 5, affecting TV output.
Explains TitleDeko's purpose as an integrated title editor for professional quality titles and graphics.
Explains the choices for title file types: Still, Roll, and Crawl.
Guides on selecting and changing typeface and size using drop-down lists or the Typeface Browser.
Guides on layering objects to place them in front or behind others.
Explains how to accept or reject title changes and return to Premiere.
Explains creating transparent titles and the role of Alpha Channel.
Guides on using solid colors as backgrounds and their opacity.
Discusses hardware preparation and configuration for optimal use.
Details hard disk requirements for video data rate and storage.
Guides on setting read-ahead optimization to zero and disabling write-behind caching.
Discusses factors affecting image quality, such as video source quality and copying methods.
Discusses creating good-looking titles with preset styles and potential issues with manual formatting.
Discusses potential issues with graphics and animations like flickering lines and color problems.
Guides on specifying output sequence resolution using Export and Movie commands.
Guides on specifying output sequence resolution using Export and Movie commands.
Advises matching animation frame size and refresh rate to the original video.
Guides on exporting animations directly to Motion-JPEG format.
Explains missing frames caused by low hard disk transfer speed or high data rate.
Solves jerky playback by creating a new movie in Premiere and adjusting settings.
Addresses jerky playback after editing by recalculating clip duration.
Guides on troubleshooting missing audio, checking recording settings and audio track presence.
Solves the issue of hardware not being found during installation.
Addresses general crashes or errors related to the driver installation.
Lists general specifications including board type, JPEG processor, power supply, and system requirements.
Describes the S-Video and composite video inputs and outputs.
Explains the Y adapter for connecting audio devices.
Explains connecting video sources, outputs, and audio to a sound board.
Asks for details about the computer's system configuration.
Asks about the types of video players and recorders used.
Asks about the video product's input type (S-VHS or Composite).
Asks about the video product's output type (S-VHS or Composite).
Offers safety notes regarding cable usage for radio frequency interference protection.
States compliance with FCC rules for Class B digital devices and measures to correct interference.
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