Quick Guide : Sequence, Compression and DVD Studio Pro Settings

Think about two thing before setting up your sequences :

HOW DID YOU SHOOT THE FOOTAGE.
was it anamorphic (16:9) or standard (4:3)

HOW DO YOU WANT TO DISPLAY VIDEO?
Widescreen/Projector or Standard TV

Solution A (anamorphic footage in Camera formated for a widescreen playback)



(the sequence settings in final cut) (set before adding footage to timeline)



(compression setting for export using QUICKTIME CONVERSION)

Solution B: (anamorphic video placed in non anamorphic 4:3 standard sequence) This might be the best solution for this class. Follow these direction if you originally shot in 4:3 as well.



(the sequence settings in final cut) (set before adding footage to timeline) Notice the letter boxing?



(compression setting for export using QUICKTIME CONVERSION)

DVD Studio Pro settings (to loop single video)

-16:9 widescreen



-4:3 Standard