Basic 3D Backface in Motion 2

I'm trying to apply a backface to a Basic 3D filter. I know how to do it in a typical situation, but I've got the Basic 3D filter on the edge of an object (so it sort of opens a door on its hinges rather than just flipping the door in the middle). The texture that I apply as the backface is applied to the center of the 3D filter, not the center of the object. Does that make any sense? Does any body know how to apply a backface to center of the object and not the center of the filter? Any workarounds?
Thanks!

Been there, done that. Search is your friend...
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Motion playback on production monitor through AJA Kona LH card looks nasty.

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We have recently invested in some shiny new things to equip an edit suite - a Kona LH card and a Production Monitor. Along with a Sony HDV/DVCAM VTR. Specs of our set up are listed at the bottom.
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Here's a little bit dated but still accurate info:
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Method #3:
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"If it is truly unavailable on the ipod touch"
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dave

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