Migrating from old Avid Xpress Meridien to FCP

Sorry if this question has been answered elsewhere, but unfortunately I don't have the time to dig for it.
Our agency is cuyrrently looking at upgrading our aging Avid Xpress (5.08, not Pro, not DV, but Meridien on OS9) to a FCP system (per my request). We have a G5 with FCP Studio already installed, but it's really only used for assembling DVDs and (motion) graphics.
What I'd like to do is move everything over to the FCP system and purchase an outboard video card and possibly more storage.
First of all, is Automatic Duck the best way to go for migrating projects? We have lots of old commercial and show projects that need to stay in-tact.
Secondly, what will be my best option for outboard video? We are looking to migrate to HD in the near future (more than likely DVCPro100, NOT hdv) and am looking at the different options for FCP.
Lastly, will the RAIDs I have from the old Avid work well with FCP, or should I try to push for a different setup?
Any help or insight is greatly appreciated. Even if it's simply links to past discussions.
Thank you in advance!

Automatic duck is a great way of migrating projects, but only if they don't have any Avid filters or effects like Matte Keys or Animattes. Those will not transfer. Straight cuts, dissolves, wipes...they should transfer.
DVCPRO HD requires no special capture card. It transfers via firewire (thus the reason FCP 4.5 is called FCP HD). But for uncompressed HD, good cards to look into are the Kona LH, Kona 2 (Kona LHe and Kona 3 for the QUADS) or the Decklink HD series from Blackmagic. Aurora has yet to release an HD card, which is a darn shame...
For DVCPRO HD you will need either firewire 800 drives (recommend the G-Raids) or a SATA or fibrechannel Raid. For uncompressed HD, only the SATA or fibrechannel raids will cut it.
I am glad to hear that you are considering DVCPRO HD over HDV. Smart move. For more info on my experiences with the DVCPRO HD workflow, click on UNDERDOG.
Shane

Similar Messages

  • I have chosen to fil migrate from old ibook to new MacBook Pro using Time Machine after establishing admin account. I now have two admin. accounts and wish to delete the later one and transfer files manually. I am worried I will loose both accounts. ??

    I have chosen to fil migrate from old ibook to new MacBook Pro using Time Machine after establishing admin account. I now have two admin. accounts and wish to delete the later one and transfer files manually. I am worried I will loose both accounts. ??

    Use the Office for Mac and ignore using Parallels for that. If you have PC only apps you have to run that are MS Windows only then consider Parallels. Just transfer your main PC, using Migration Assistant.  If you don't know how then simply read over Pondini's article called Lion or Mountain Lion Setup Assistant tips and look for the section on migrating from a PC. Millions have done what you are about to, it's far from leading edge these days, if you go to an Apple Store to purchase they will offer this as a service, something you might be interested in.

  • Cant find my iTunes library after migration from old PC to new Mac

    Can't find my iTunes library after migration from old PC to new Mac?

    Migration Assistant has transferred itunes content, but where is it on new iMac?
    https://discussions.apple.com/thread/3358162?start=0&tstart=0   <<< click here for a possible answer.

  • Migration from old macbook air to new macbook air...beware

    Although spent hours on the phone with Apple and bought necessary cables, they were not able to get migration assistant to work using ethernet.
    You can't use firewire as new macbook air doesn't have it. You can use thunderbold as old macbook air doesn't have it.
    Finally I was told to use Time Machine. After connecting old macbook air backup to new macbook air and using migration assistant, I got a message saying (essentially) 'you can use this from an old mac'. Spent more time on the phone with Senior tech support. They had no clue.
    Finally called the store. Genius said, you can't migrate from old macbook air with Snow Leopard to new macbook air with Lion. You must upgrade old macbook air to Lion first.
    GEEZ, do you think someone at tech support might have mentioned that DAYS ago?

    Tvlguy wrote:
    Finally called the store. Genius said, you can't migrate from old macbook air with Snow Leopard to new macbook air with Lion. You must upgrade old macbook air to Lion first.
    That is bad info.
    The MBA that I am using right now used a TM backup from my old MBP, which was running Snow Leopard. Absolutely no problems using Setup Assistant to import all the apps, data, user settings. The session performed flawlessly, and took about an hour to move everything.
    If at all possible, use Setup Assitant, rather than Migration Assistant. The transition will be seamless.

  • How do I migrate from old Imac to new?

    How do I migrate from old Imac to new?

    Setting-up a new Mac from an old one, its Backups, or a PC 

  • I messed up migrating from old iMac to my shiny new one. I didn't turn off power saver. How do I start again, it's all gone wrong, help

    I messed up migrating from old iMac to my shiny new one. I didn't turn off power saver. How do I start again, it's all gone wrong, help

    Boot into recovery mode, launch Disk Utility and wipe the HD. Quit DU and restore the OS. On first boot, migrate properly, using the steps in Pondini's Setup New Mac guide.

  • Migrated from old Mac to new Mac with Lion, iPhoto 6 still here, can't update

    Hi, I just migrated from an old MacBook to a brand new MacBook Pro. The Apple Store did the migration for me. For some strange reason, iPhoto 6 is present on this Mac, even though it should have come with iPhoto '11. I understand that I should be able to install iPhoto '11 from the App Store, since this Mac is entitled to it, but it only shows up as a $15 purcahse instead.
    Does anyone know how to get the App Store to recognise that this Mac shipped with, and is entitled to, iPhoto '1?

    First, get rid of any old copy of iPhoto you have on the new computer. Log into the App Store using your Apple ID. Click on Purchases icon. At the top you should find the three iLife apps with an Accept button to click on. Then you can download iPhoto without having to pay for it.

  • Migration from old to new MacBook Pro

    Old machine uses Leopard. New machine uses Snow Leopard. If I use migration assistant from old to new, will new machine end up with Leopard instead of retaining Snow Leopard?

    Hi guys, sorry to bug in. I searched on the different discussions available and found yours to be closest to my query.
    I hope you don't me popping a few questions regarding Migration Assistant.
    I have had a MacBook Air for about 2 years now, and recently bought a MacBook Pro.
    I performed a Migration of the content in MBA to MBP and it was successful as far as content transfer is concerned.
    Now I have the database from the MBA in the new MBP, but none of the user setting or Applications were "installed". I tried to open "Applications", "Movies" folders, but I was not allowed to open them.
    Is it possible to migrate the content and use as if it was in MBA? Or do I have to download and reinstall the various programs/applications I had in MBA again? (eg Handbrake, VM Fusion, etc)?
    Much appreciated for your time & feedback.
    Tony

  • Migrate from old G4 to new mac mini

    how can i migrate from an old mac without airport to a new mini?  i have them connected by a firewire cable.

    See the following: Transferring files between two computers using FireWire
    A Basic Guide for Migrating to Intel-Macs
    The Knowledgebase article Intel-based Mac: Some migrated applications may need to be updated refers to methods of dealing with migrating from PowerPC chips to Intel with the Migration Assistant safely. The authors of this tip have not had a chance to verify this works in all instances, or that it avoids the 10.6.1 and earlier Guest Account bug that caused account information to get deleted upon use of the Migration/Setup Assistant. However, a well backed up source that includes at least two backups of all the data that are not connected to your machine will help you avoid potential issues, should they arise. In event it does not work, follow the steps below.
    If you are migrating a PowerPC system (G3, G4, or G5) to an Intel-Mac be careful what you migrate.  Keep in mind that some items that may get transferred will not work on Intel machines and may end up causing your computer's operating system to malfunction.
    Rosetta supports "software that runs on the PowerPC G3, G4, or G5 processor that are built for Mac OS X". This excludes the items that are not universal binaries or simply will not work in Rosetta:
    Classic Environment, and subsequently any Mac OS 9 or earlier applications Screensavers written for the PowerPC System Preference add-ons All Unsanity Haxies Browser and other plug-ins Contextual Menu Items Applications which specifically require the PowerPC G5 Kernel extensions Java applications with JNI (PowerPC) libraries
    See also What Can Be Translated by Rosetta.
    In addition to the above you could also have problems with migrated cache files and/or cache files containing code that is incompatible.
    If you migrate a user folder that contains any of these items, you may find that your Intel-Mac is malfunctioning. It would be wise to take care when migrating your systems from a PowerPC platform to an Intel-Mac platform to assure that you do not migrate these incompatible items.
    If you have problems with applications not working, then completely uninstall said application and reinstall it from scratch. Take great care with Java applications and Java-based Peer-to-Peer applications. Many Java apps will not work on Intel-Macs as they are currently compiled. As of this time Limewire, Cabos, and Acquisition are available as universal binaries. Do not install browser plug-ins such as Flash or Shockwave from downloaded installers unless they are universal binaries. The version of OS X installed on your Intel-Mac comes with special compatible versions of Flash and Shockwave plug-ins for use with your browser.
    The same problem will exist for any hardware drivers such as mouse software unless the drivers have been compiled as universal binaries. For third-party mice the current choices are USB Overdrive or SteerMouse. Contact the developer or manufacturer of your third-party mouse software to find out when a universal binary version will be available.
    Also be careful with some backup utilities and third-party disk repair utilities. Disk Warrior, TechTool Pro , SuperDuper , and Drive Genius  work properly on Intel-Macs with Leopard.  The same caution may apply to the many "maintenance" utilities that have not yet been converted to universal binaries.  Leopard Cache Cleaner, Onyx, TinkerTool System, and Cocktail are now compatible with Leopard.
    Before migrating or installing software on your Intel-Mac check MacFixit's Rosetta Compatibility Index.
    Additional links that will be helpful to new Intel-Mac users:
    Intel In MacsApple Guide to Universal ApplicationsMacInTouch List of Compatible Universal BinariesMacInTouch List of Rosetta Compatible ApplicationsMacUpdate List of Intel-Compatible SoftwareTransferring data with Setup Assistant - Migration Assistant FAQ
    Because Migration Assistant isn't the ideal way to migrate from PowerPC to Intel Macs, using Target Disk Mode, copying the critical contents to CD and DVD, an external hard drive, or networking will work better when moving from PowerPC to Intel Macs.  The initial section below discusses Target Disk Mode.  It is then followed by a section which discusses networking with Macs that lack Firewire.
    If both computers support the use of Firewire then you can use the following instructions:
    1. Repair the hard drive and permissions using Disk Utility.
    2. Backup your data.  This is vitally important in case you make a mistake or there's some other problem.
    3. Connect a Firewire cable between your old Mac and your new Intel Mac.
    4. Startup your old Mac in Target Disk Mode.
    5. Startup your new Mac for the first time, go through the setup and registration screens, but do NOT migrate data over. Get to your desktop on the new Mac without migrating any new data over.
    If you are not able to use a Firewire connection (for example you have a Late 2008 MacBook that only supports USB:)
    1. Set up a local home network: Creating a small Ethernet Network.
    2. If you have a MacBook Air or Late 2008 MacBook see the following: >MacBook (13-inch, Aluminum, Late 2008) and MacBook Pro (15-inch, Late 2008)- Migration Tips and Tricks:
    MacBook (13-inch, Aluminum, Late 2008) and MacBook Pro (15-inch, Late 2008)- What to do if migration is unsuccessful; MacBook Air- Migration Tips and Tricks; MacBook Air- Remote Disc, Migration, or Remote Install Mac OS X and wireless 802.11n networks.
    Copy the following items from your old Mac to the new Mac:
    In your /Home/ folder: Documents, Movies, Music, Pictures, and Sites folders.
    In your /Home/Library/ folder:
    /Home/Library/Application Support/AddressBook (copy the whole folder) /Home/Library/Application Support/iCal (copy the whole folder)
    Also in /Home/Library/Application Support (copy whatever else you need including folders for any third-party applications)
    /Home/Library/Keychains (copy the whole folder) /Home/Library/Mail (copy the whole folder) /Home/Library/Preferences/ (copy the whole folder) /Home /Library/Calendars (copy the whole folder) /Home /Library/iTunes (copy the whole folder) /Home /Library/Safari (copy the whole folder)
    If you want cookies:
    /Home/Library/Cookies/Cookies.plist /Home/Library/Application Support/WebFoundation/HTTPCookies.plist
    For Entourage users:
    Entourage is in /Home/Documents/Microsoft User Data Also in /Home/Library/Preferences/Microsoft.
    Credit goes to Macjack for this information.
    If you need to transfer data for other applications please ask the vendor or ask in the  Discussions where specific applications store their data.
    5. Once you have transferred what you need restart the new Mac and test to make sure the contents are there for each of the applications.
    Written by Kappy with additional contributions from a brody.Revised 4/17/2011

  • Brand New Mini - Can't Migrate from Old

    OK, Santa brought a brand new mini to replace my trusty 2007 mini. I fired it up and tried to use migration assistant to migrate from the 2007. First I tried it via network. It got to the screen where it showed the old mini as the source but then just sat there with the buzz saw spinning and 'looking for other computers'. I don't understand why it was still looking...it had found the one that it needed. So I plug my Time Machine disk into it. It gets to about the same point...shows the disk and the buzz saw and the 'looking for other computers' message. Why is it looking for other computer? I rebooted and it finally recognized the Time Machine disk and I selected what I wanted to migrate and it went on its merry way while we had dinner. I come back a couple hours later and it says 'copying system info...about a minute left' or something close. I left it there for about an hour and finally shut it down & restarted. It then went to the gray screen with the apple and the buzz saw and hung there for about an hour. I tried a few more times and then booted into the Utilities screen and am in the process of re-installng Lion. I'm not happy. Any idea what the problems were/are? I hope I can get it working after all this. Did I mention that I'm not happy?

    See:
    How to use Migration Assistant to transfer files from another Mac
    Migration Assistant tips and tricks
    OS X Lion- How to use Migration Assistant to transfer files from another Mac

  • I Photo will not update after migrating from old I-Mac to new I-Mac with fusion drive

    I just migrated from 2009 I-Mac with Mountain Lion to New I-Mac with Mountain Lion with migration Assistant. Now... I tunes will not update although Apple says one is available

    a couple of things - you should not "migrate" applications - you should use the new ones that come preinstalled - what version of of iPhoto do you have on your new mac?
    Migration assistance does not handle the iPhoto library well sometimes - the best way is to drag the bad iphoto library from the pictures folder on the new system to the desktop, connect the two systems together (network, firewire target mode, etc) and drag the iPhoto library intact as a single entity from the old system to the pictures folder of the new system and launch iPhoto on the new system - it will open and convert the iPhoto library as necessary and you will be fine - once you test the iPhoto library you can delete the one on the desktop
    LN

  • Migration from old to new iMac do you need to use set up on new or go straight to migration?

    Just got a new iMac and going to migrate from my old 2008 iMac, info from Apple Support is a bit confusing but I want to know if it is best to use the "Set Up" on new iMac before migration or go straight into migration.
    Also the support info says to connect both using ethernet as one option (which is my option) and connected to your network, how do you do this as there is only one ethernet port on each machine and if connected together it would not be possible to connect to a network, ie, the internet via my ISP. Suppot says no router etc needed.
    Somewhat confused so if there is anyone out there who has done this I would appreciate their comments.
    Thank you for any help forthcoming.
    Derek

    How to use Migration Assistant:
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4889?viewlocale=en_US
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4413?viewlocale=en_US
    http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1963
    Troubleshooting Firewire target disk mode:
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1661
    How to transfer data from a PC to a Macintosh:  http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1408

  • Cannot open iTunes or Aperture after "Migrating" from old Mac

    I migrated from an old "Black" MacBook to a new Aluminum MacBook using Migration Assistant. Now both iTunes and Aperture will not open on the new MacBook because they cannot open up their respective libraries. The following message appears:
    "The iTunes Library file is locked, on a locked disk, or you do not have write permission for this file."
    "The Aperture Library file is locked, on a locked disk, or you do not have write permission for this file."
    I did run into an issue when migrating when I used the same account name on the new computer as the old. It asked me to rename the old account which I did by appending with the number 1. The Migration Assistant put all the files into a new folder with the renamed account under "users". Not only this, all the folders and files lacked permissions for the new computer. I had to manually "Get Info" and add permissions for the new account on the new computer.

    Go to /Music/ and get info on the iTunes folder.
    Go to the *Ownership & Permissions* and set *You can* to *Read & Write*.
    Also, click on *Apply to enclosed items*.
    Do the same for the Aperature folder wherever it is located.

  • Migration from old Mac to new Mac

    Hello. I am a Creativ Cloud member ( I Have instalt the Software on a Windows and a Mac).  I have a new computer the old Laptop is dead. The Apple store has migration from my old computer to my new one. Now the Sign in faild on the new computer! Where can I turn off my old laptop and actived my new Imac? Thanks

    Hi Joe Ros,
    Please refer the knowledge base article: http://helpx.adobe.com/x-productkb/policy-pricing/error-maxium-acitvation-exceeded.html.
    Regards,
    Romit Sinha

  • Migration from old pc now in new user how do i fix

    I migrated from my old pc to a my imac.  Now it is in a new user but I want to merge the two together.  Any suggestions?

    Open the Users folder on the internal drive and drag one account's home folder to the other's desktop. Put its contents in the desired locations.
    (91525)

Maybe you are looking for