Hi. Problem with MXF files import
Hi. I hope you can help me.I am trying to import mfx files to my project (1080i/50). I think that I need a plugin, because the mxf files appears as 30i NTSC. 1:1 NTSC p. Completely crazy format. I...
View ArticleSwitching from MC First to Ultimate Trial
Hi there,I recently installed the MC First version and I would like to switch to the Ultimate Trial. It appears as activated in "My products" but I can't find the way to switch it. A quick scan of the...
View ArticleWindow arrangement in MC 2020.6
Hi everybody,I'm working on MC for 20 years now but one thing I still don't get is where to determine the exact positioning the several windows. I like the 'floating bin'-option and working with tabs...
View ArticleLending Media Composer license to my editor
Just purchased a new Media Compiser account for my documentary film editor to use. Other than giving him my system ID and Activation code, what else does he have to do to be able to dowload the system?
View ArticleBecome a Pro Video Community Moderator
Hello Pro Video Community! Here at Avid, we are always looking for great communicators to add to our Pro Video Moderator team and with new products coming, a new younger generation upon us – now is the...
View ArticleHow can I export 10-bit uncompressed files from MC2020.8?
That's the question. How can I export 10-bit uncompressed archival files from Avid MC2020.8? I'm on an iMac running OS Catalina 10.15.6. I used to do this quite readily in older versions of Media...
View ArticleMac replacement for Path Diag
Now that Path Diag is no longer compatible with current Apple operating systems, what are people using instead?
View ArticleMedia Composer 2020.9 Available Now - 30 September 2020
Media Composer 2020.9 - Launched todayGreat news……. Today, September 30, 2020 @3:00 pm ET, Avid launched a September update of Media Composer v2020.9. Location at Launch: The new Avid Link 2020.9 is...
View ArticleBug: Color picker on floating palate locks up application
Steps:1. Create new Title+ title2. Add a new text layer (layer 1)3. Select single text item from the block of text4. Try to change face color from effects window palate - double click on color...
View ArticleUpgrade to 2020.8 with Symphony option won't play.
After uninstalling and upgrading to 2020.8 with Symphony option, Avid won't play. I see audio waveforms on audio clips (source side timeline) are cut off...when in the timeline if I play in/out WITHOUT...
View Articlefile import error
We have 2 editing systems that are almost exactly alike. The newest one however wont import any mov or mp4 files or anythign like that. It just dispalys an error. The other editor however can import...
View ArticleInvalid download link when updating AMC using Avid Link
It's the second time this happens to my installation.At PC boot, Avid Link 2020.6 Win reports for a AMC update, 2020.9 in this case, but if I click on Upgrade an error message appear, somethink like...
View ArticleLower thirds
I'm a remote asst editor. When I get a new cut from the editor all MC generated title cards and lower thirds are offline. What's the trick for restoring or should he send a bin with the text layouts?...
View ArticleMedia Composer no longer offers ProRes export option
Hello,I'm running Avid Media Composer 2018.12.8 on Mac OS X 10.14.6 on a late-2013 Mac Pro.I've been running this configuration for a year and a half, intentionally not updating either Media Composer...
View ArticleImportant |MC 2020.4 | how DNxHD codec MOV files are created!!!!!
Media Composer 2020.4 contains changes to how DNxHD codec MOV files are created.Per the What’s New Document, to make these files compatible with 3rd party applications as well as previous Media...
View ArticleTape Column
is there no Tape Column in Avid anymore? i use Avid to check deliverables are correct before sending onto an Edit Assistant, so while i don't need the fully unlocked version i do need to check basics...
View ArticleExport issues with 20.8-"configure failed"
Yesterday I tried to export a mixdown sequence from 2020.8 as mov 10, Pro Res 4444 and got this error message:Exception: configure failed. It happened repeatedly everytime I tried to export as mov. I...
View ArticleAMA link error CM_LABEL_NOT_UNIQUE
I'm having issues AMA linking some Sony XDCAM footage. Essentially when I AMA link the root folder for a date, I get the error Exception: CM_LABEL_NOT_UNIQUE, tt:2, Inum:1The avid will then AMA all...
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Media Comp. First entitlement problem
Hi.I installed Media Comp. First to my computer. I'm starting Avid link and opening MC first, but i'm getting this warning.I did the suggestions in the forum related to this issue but it still gives...
View Articleinserting keyframes on effects track MC 101 Lesson 10
Hi all-I'm working on a PC, and can't insert a keyframe to save my life. I've tried other machines, restarting the app and computer, but nothing. Just trying to complete exercise 10 where we fade a...
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