FCE to Final cut Pro

I am about to start a long project. If I start and edit in FCE, will Final cut Pro be able to open the project for "online finishing"? ( I want to be able to have the audio track sweetened and color-timing accomplished? I am shooting the project in NTSC, and would also like to up-rez the project to HD.
I am a pro cameraman, but have never really done non-linear editing. I was once very good at film editing (tape-splicing on a flatbed machine : i.e. I am from another civilization). Thank you and truly!!

Hi(Bonjour)!
Welcome to the forum.
FCE project can be opened as it in FCP but once saved in FCP cannot be opened in FCE again.
Upscaling SD to HD is not a good idea. HD is 5 to 6 times taller so you will get a very pixelized image. There are some professionnal solution like Red Giant Instant HD solution:
http://www.kenstone.net/fcphomepage/review_instant_hddouglas.html
Search the web.
Michel Boissonneault

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Why would anyone want to downgrade to FCE-4?
Here's my facts. I have been using final cut pro studio for years..It's become very buggy and I'm having issues. I shoot and produce very simple corporate productions with very few fancy stuff. If FCE will do what I want it to, I would be better served going to a simpler program at less than half the upgrade costs for Finalcut pro studio 2.
Do you think FCE will work for me?
can I do SD and HDV?
How do I finesse the audio without Soundtrack?
Does it have a Compressor type application for encoding for to MPEG 2
How is I DVD as a delivery medium.
After all these years I would think that todays FCE would have more features than the original versions of Final cut pro (4.5)...Which I was happy with...
Thanks
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It is impossible to know exactly what will suit another person - unless you are working closely with them.
FCE4 should be capable of doing everything you require.
Sound has always been able to be adjusted in FCE. You can alter the volume, pan and modify it with the numerous inbuilt filters. Unless you are working in a professional film studio you don't need Soundtrack.
Compressor is not included. Usually video is exported as a QT Movie into iDVD. The results are very good.

FCE or Final Cut Pro HD 4.5 ?

I was thinking about buying FCE and start playing around with my new Camcorder. I already have Final Cut Pro HD 4.5 on my powerbook G4. Can I just use that program since it came already installed on my laptop. Or would it be wise to start off with FCE?
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This has gone away from the purpose of this thread, but you assign the scratch disk when you first launch the application, or in the system settings. If you've assigned an external drive it must be formatted as Mac OS Extended. This is done use the Disk Utility in Applications/Utilities.

FCE with Final cut pro server

Hallo everybody, I work in a tv station and we are gonna buy 20mac with fcexpress. My question is : if I install final cut pro server on a specific server, do those 2 programs can work together?
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You could try Frameline 47, this application is designed to network together video workstations, and enable content and metadata to be shared. It also supports Final Cut XML, which you can use with FCE.
http://www.frameline.tv/directdownloads/Frameline_3.2_Beta3.zip
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Real difference between Final Cut Express, FCE HD, Final Cut Pro, iMovie

I have used iMovie HD 6.0.3 to make a very nice 10 part documentary. Now I need something stronger - capable of producing more than 45 minutes of audio/video, with commentary and music, incorporating photos and transitions that I choose. I understand that iMovie 08 is more automated than 06 so I don't want that. What is the next best step up for my needs? I plan on buying a new processor for this work - one that runs at top speed.

Both FCE and FCP will do what you want ... obviously.
Both will allow you to do keyframing, have a wide choice of transitions (pretty much the same for both) can do basic audio mixing; both will allow you the same number of video and audio tracks.
FCE is a DV/HDV program only. If you are exporting to DVD you can use iDVD or toast and if your programs are not particularly long, say in the 90 min range you will get very nice results
FCP is a studio; comes bundled with some very powerful apps including DVD Studio Pro and Compressor which gives you far more control over your DVD creation.
FCP is also more suited to "broadcast" concerns with tools like Color and its ability to handle a wider variety of video imputs that FCE; FCE is DV/HDV only
FCP also has more tools like batch capturing and media manager that may make working with large projects with lots of footage easier
For the last four years I have used FCE to produce long form live envent videos and shorter corporate promotional pieces to DVD and it has done that work nicely.
FCP allows a wider range of export options but you can also acquire that with FCE by purchasing Quicktime Pro (it comes with FCP)
FCP is far more expensive. Yes, you get more apps with it but FCE comes with versions of two of them, Livetype and Soundtrack
Bear in mind that both these systems are VERY different from iMovie and there will be a learning cure. It requires some patience and the ability to put iMovie's workflow out of your head.
Switching just before any kind of deadline would not be a good idea

Removing FCE but leaving Final Cut Pro

I have both Final Cut Express and Final Cut Pro installed on my computer. I no longer use Final Cut Express. I downloaded the program "FCS Remover". Apparently it will remove both FCE and Final Cut Pro. There is no option to only remove one of those programs. Is there a way to remove only FCE while leaving Final Cut Pro on the computer? I would also like to remove Soundtrack but keep Soundtrack Pro. I guess if all else fails, I can remove both programs and then reinstall Final Cut Pro.

Here is an Apple Knowledgebase article that includes instructions on manually removing FCE. Pretty straightforward.
There is also a more detailed but older set of Apple instructions for removing FCE. Still applicable for FCE 4. Note, however, that since you have FCP also installed, if you follow this document, you should be careful NOT to remove items that may also be in use by FCP. They'll be pretty obvious.

FCE4 to Final Cut Pro with HD Video

I currently use Final Cut Express 4 and was thinking about upgrading to Final Cut Pro (Studio 3). In the past I wasn't using HD video but I will be soon, will FCE4 fully support HD video and are there any advantages to working with FCP instead of FCE for HD? Any input would be helpful.

Hi(Bonjour)!
What is your camcorder model?
FCE 4 support MiniDV NTSC, miniDV PAL for standard def, HDV AND AVCHD for HD.
HDV and AVCHD are transcoded to Apple intermediate codec when imported in FCE.
Final Cut Pro handle HDV natively but not AVCHD that is transcoded to Apple ProRes codec.
If you do not need to work with native HDV, there is no reason to buy FC3 regarding the editing aspect (Final Cut Pro) as FCE support around 90% of FCP features for basic editing.
But FC3 come with other applications that give better tools to handle tasks like audio sweetening (Soundtrack Pro), DVD authoring (DVD studio Pro), compositing and graphic motion (Motion), HD sharing (Compressor) over the net, on BR DVD, etc.
Go with FCE 4 and keep your money to buy external hard drive(s) for a dedicated media storage solution, a must for HD editing and a better HD camcorder.
Michel Boissonneault

Displaying HDV 1080i50 .mov file in FCE captured with Final Cut Pro

Hi
I cannot display (in Final Cut Express) a clip in a .mov file that contains HDV 1080i50. The file was created on a different Mac computer running Final Cut Pro. The source was a Sony Z1 camera. No hardware card was used.
I get the error message in FCE - "Codec not found. You may be using a compression type without the corresponding hardware card"
Can Final Cut Express work with HDV 1080i50 created from FCP?

You didn't say what format the video was, but you can use MPEG Streamclip to convert that video to something that works in FCE.
The important thing is that you'll want to match the settings you convert this video to so that it matches your timeline settings. This will make everything much easier to work with and eliminates the need to constantly render the timeline.
Do you have other content you are going to be working with in addition to just this one clip? If it's just this one clip, you will probably want to use the "Easy Setup" settings of HD, AVCHD-Applie Intermediate Codec 1920x1080i50. You'll want to use MPEG StreamClip to convert that video to matching settings -- specifically tell it to convert to AIC (Apple Intermediate Codec). If you have other media/clips you're working with in addition to this one, you'll then need to decide what format you want to use for the timeline and Easy Setup. If you post those details, we can try to help out.

Is there an upgrade available from FCE 4 to Final Cut Pro?

I have FCE 4 and want to buy FCP now. Do I have to buy Final Cut Studio for $999? Is there any upgrade available?

You might benefit from calling the store of the maker of Final Cut Pro and ask for a credit if you happened to purchase FCE there...

How easy for a FCE user to adapt to Final Cut Pro X

Hi Folks,
I use Final Cut Express for some years and although far from being an expert I use it relatively easy and well.
As I am planning to move to the new iMac and Mountain Lion, I wonder about usage similarilies and easiness adaptation to Final Cut Pro X?
Thanks in advance
Paulo

Might I also add that this might be helpful
http://www.amazon.com/Final-Cut-iMovie-Express-Users/dp/0240823664/ref=sr_1_4?s= books&ie=UTF8&qid=1328227812&sr=1-4
Updates to the book are available online.
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Is it possible to transfer stored (b-roll) video footage from Final Cut Express to Final Cut Pro event library? Is so, what do I need?

I have been editing in final cut express and now that I'm working in Pro X I would like to transfer my b-roll footage from FCX to Pro X. I read that there is an app. that you can buy that does this for Final Cut Pro 7, is this possible with Final Cut Express?

Any media used in FCE can be used in FCP. No third party software is required.
You cannot take an FCE project to FCP. 7toX will not help as FCE has no XML export.

From Final Cut Pro to Final Cut Express

I shot something in HD on a P2 card and captured it into a computer with Final Cut Pro. I want to edit it on my laptop at home, on which I have Final Cut Express. If I export the FCP file and make it a quicktime file to use on my FCE, will the video maintain its HD properties? (Forgive my ignorance. I'm still learning.) Thanks in advance.

I'm guessing but if you shot it on P2 media in HD it's probably DVCPRO HD. The codec for this format is only available with FCP. You can't edit this edit in FCE unless you export it to the the Apple Intermediate Codec. Yes, there will be some quality loss in the porcess.

How to import MXF files to Final Cut Pro with smooth editing

Summary: Follow this tutorial to learn how to import and edit MXF files in Final Cut Pro by converting MTS to FCP native format.
If you have a Panasonic P2, Canon XF or Sony XDCAM series camcorder,
you may be familiar with Material eXchange Format (MXF). Though MXF is a
great video format to record high-definition videos, it is not easy to
use in that they are not natively supported by most NLE systems like
Final Cut Pro. In order to import MXF to FCP for editing, the easy workaround is to transcode MXF files to FCP compatible video formats.
Along with some help from a top MXF Converter, it can be done. To
help those who wanna edit MXF files in FCP without problems, here I
share with you a simple guide on how to convert MXF files to edit in
Final Cut Pro 6/7 or FCP X.
First of all, downloading the App- Brorsoft MXF Converter for Mac
Overall, the program is a professional yet easy-to-use MXF Converter
on Mac (Mavericks included) which can not only convert XF100, Canon
C300, XF105 and XF305, Panasonic P2 recorded MXF files, but also provide
simple video editing functions for you. The MXF to FCP Converter not
only can convert MXF to ProRes for FCP, but also can transcode MXF
videos for editing in Avid MC, Adobe Premiere Pro, iMovie, FCE, etc.
Just download it and follow the tutorial below to get the work done.
Transcoding (P2) MXF files to ProRes for Final Cut Pro 6/7/X
1. Import MXF files to the converter
Launch the best MXF to FCP Converter, and then click the “add files” button to browse and import MXF videos from your camcorder or hard drive.
2. Select FCP editable format
Click the Format bar, and move mouse cursor to choose “Final Cut Pro > Apple ProRes 422 (*.mov)” as output format.
Tips:
a. Settings- click to set video
resolution(1920×1080/1440×1080/1280×720/720×480), bitrate (from 1Mbps to
20Mbps), frame rate (24p/30p)
b. Editor (next to “Add” icon)- click to set deinterlace, trim, crop, add effect, attach subtitles, etc
3. Start transcoding MXF video to FCP
Click “Convert” button to start converting MXF files to Apple ProRes
MOV for FCP 6/7/X under Mac OS. Once the MXF to ProRes 422 conversion
is done, you can transfer MXF footage into Final Cut Pro (X) for editing
smoothly on Mac with ease.
Source:How to import MXF files to Final Cut Pro with smooth editing
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You may refer to this step by step guide on how to convert MXF to Final Cut Pro more supported Apple ProRes or DV at http://www.idealshare.net/imovie-fcp/mxf-final-cut-pro.html
It also applies to convert MXF to other video or audio format. It even applies to convert other videos like AVCHD, MOD, TOD, AVI, and MPEG etc to FCP format.

IHDPro/MBCC Error: Unable to figure our your host. Assuming Final Cut Pro.

So I have just installed FCE 4 and am encountering error messages upon start up. The messages read as follows...Message 1: "IHDPro Error: Unable to figure our your host. Assuming Final Cut Pro" as well as Message 2: "MBCC Error: Unable to figure our your host. Assuming Final Cut Pro."
The first message initially appears upon FCE's loading of its video effects. I am given the option to press OK...so I press OK. FCE then loads a couple more video effects then that same first message reappears. I am again given the option to press OK...again I press OK. This happens one more time (for a total of 3 error messages of the first kind) until FCE loads a couple other video effects then displays the error message of the second kind. This error message displays twice, to which the OK option are offered by FCE and accepted by me both times. FCE finishes loading and all is ok.
This issue was last brought forth on and only on this forum in December of last. The link to that topic can seen here: http://discussions.apple.com/message.jspa?messageID=6097916#6097916
I'm unable to tell whether the issue was resolved since the topic has been archived (preventing replies) and due to the fact the the individual (Richert Goyette) who encountered this same problem has not listed an email to which I'm able to ask him of his resolution.
Thank you for your time and effort in aiding in this matter.
P

I don't know whether this will help but the first thing to try when FCE does anything wrong is to trash the preferences exactly as described here:-
http://www.fcpbook.com/Misc1.html
If that doesn't work you could completely uninstall FCE 4 as described here and reinstall it:-
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=301182
You can ignore the LiveType and Soundtrack items.
You might also want to trash FCP 6's preferences as well.
Message was edited by: Ian R. Brown

Is Final Cut Pro the only software that can open video .MXF files for Macs?

Hello,
Many thanks in advance for your attention.
Trying to find software that will edit .MXF Video Files to work with Mac.
As the edit is simple, prefer iMovie, but happy if the Conversion software only works with FCExpress (or even FCPro if that is the only alternative).
1. If it matters, .MXF (Material Exchange Format) Video files came from shooting on a Panasonic 500 P2. Originally downloaded onto a Windows system, using Adobe Premiere.
2. I just want to see and convert some of the shots I did for my Reel, etc., but I have a Mac.
3. I have iMovie HD, iMovie 09, and FCExpress (which I don't know how to use that well).
4. When I attach an External HD with backup files of all the footage shot, they show up named as .MXF files. They appear as VLC files (VLC icon), but the suffix is .MXF.
5. When I try to play them as VLC files, they won't play. It seems they start to play, but then the VLC software quits.
6. So I have tried downloading some software on the Internet that Google says converts .MXF files.
I tried: iSkysoft Video Converter, AVCWare Mac Video Converter, MPEG Streamclip, and a couple others. They all seem to have basically the same conversion setups, but when I click to pick one .MXF file, none of them recognize it. (The file in my Browse window is greyed out).
7. MoyaVideo Converter for Mac recognizes the .MXF file, but when I hit the "conversion" button - I tried a couple different settings, all it seems to convert is the first frame. Even if the .MXF file says a clip is 123MB or 43 seconds long, etc.
8. I can't even watch the clip in Preview. Press Play and it is just the first frame.
9. I have read elsewhere in these forums, some people touting conversion software from a company in Germany - mfxformac. I am fine with paying for conversion software, but $500?
10. And I have read elsewhere that only Final Cut Pro has a codec that will open .MXF files. If this is so, why do the above companies claim to have software that opens .MXF files for Mac?
11. Isn't there a further problem if I can't even see the video using VLC? Or is that because I am using Mac and need FCPro with the right codec?
Anyone's help would be greatly appreciated.

MXF files from P2 can only be imported using FCP. iMovie can't, nor FCE...if you are talking about APPLE software. Avid deals with MXF files natively. But FCP will ONLY import them if the entire P2 card structure is intact. Please tell me that you have the entire P2 card backups. If not, then it won't work. If you do...then here is the process for importing into FCP:
P2 Workflow with FCP 6
3. I have iMovie HD, iMovie 09, and FCExpress (which I don't know how to use that well).
Then you need someone to provide you with QT files of this footage. None of them work with P2.
NONE of the converters you listed will work... Sorry.
9. I have read elsewhere in these forums, some people touting conversion software from a company in Germany - mfxformac. I am fine with paying for conversion software, but $500?
That software is to get it to work with Final CUt Pro natively. What it doesn't do is convert the footage to QTs. There is also Raylight and Calibrated...but again, they are for FCP.
P2 is a professional format, and to use it you need professional software. iMovie won't work...nor will FCE. If you need to work with it in those formats, you need to have someone import the files and convert them to AIC (Apple Intermediate Codec).
HD Log might work...but not sure what QT format it converts to. A demo is available.
http://www.imagineproducts.com/index.php?mainpage=product_info&cPath=1&productsid=4&zenid=b2buo1aguk3cplmg23jn05aai7
Shane

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