Slow rendering in Macbook Pro, FCP, HDV. Solutions?

I have edited a few short films in dv-pal, but since I recently bought a HDV camera (Sony HDR-FX7) I want to edit next film in HDV 1080.
I have a Mac Book Pro 2,33 with 2 GB RAM and Final Cut Studio.
What can I do to make the editing process speedier?
I have heard of AJA Io HD and it’s probably the perfect choice if I could afford it. Is there any more inexpensive alternative?
Or can I change my settings in Final Cut for faster rendering?
/Thanks

"Your problems with capturing are another issue altogether."
I really do appreciate all the great input from you who know so much more about this software than I do' .. it's a life saver. I'm here because my computer blew up, and was replaced by an Intel machine.
If that hadn't happened, I probably wouldn't be here .. I would be somewhere with my camera.
Be that as it may, I have no real trouble capturing .. I'm sure if I had a couple hot young girls on a beach in Hawaii .. and cut it just right .. you would pay 29.95 to see the rest. Just kidding? .. Thanks much for the insight .. Best.Chris

Similar Messages

Illustrator CS4 is extremely slow on my MacBook Pro

Illustrator CS4 (14.0.0) is running extremely slow on my MacBook Pro. After selecting an object nothing happens for 3 seconds, than the color wheel rotates for 3 seconds, then I can continue working. This is repeated for any new action, like select, rotate, copy, etc. The ActivityMonitor shows 100,2 % CPU usage during these seconds, all other processes are between 0 and 1,5%. All other CS4 programs are running fine.
I have no other application running at the same time, I chose "performance" over battery lifetime in the system preferences, deleted all the "Adobe Illustrator CS4 Settings" in the preferences folder for a fresh start, used the Adobe CleanSwipe tool, all installed printers are on and connected, HD has lots of free space, I work only from the local HD, have only 60 fonts installed - but no improvement. Even if I have a new document with only one object in it, this goes very slow.
Then I followed one of the recommendations in this community, installed a new user account, started Illustrator from there - and the problem was completely gone, reaction time and speed as it should be!!
Something in my initial (admin-)account is causing this problem - does anyone have a clue what it could be?
Any hint would be appreciated very much.
MacBook Pro 15" Oct 2009, 2,66 Ghz, 4GB, GeForce 9400M+9600M GT, HD 500GB (7200rpm), Mac OS X 10.6.3

That are 2 very good leads, but unfortunately I already tested that: I uninstalled all fonts, so there are only system fonts left - no improvement. I also started the admin account without any start elements (pressing "shift" during boot) - no improvement. The processes (all of them) except Illustrator are all at 0%, some can reach 0,7% - only Illustrator itself is at 100,4% for these few seconds. There is no difference between the admin account and the second user account regarding the Activity Monitor.
But the solution must be somewhere in the difeerence between the two accounts - user preferences, application support files, ???

How can I speed up slow Maverick on MacBook Pro?

question or problem: How can I speed up slow Maverick on MacBook Pro?
answer or solution: Per Apple Genius in Palo Alto, CA
Maverick consumes almost my entire 4 GB of ram memory shown in Activity Monitor.
Found under Applications-->Utilities-->Activity Monitor
Will purchase two 4 GB banks and install myself using inexpensive tools.

Please read this whole message before doing anything.
This procedure is a test, not a solution. Don’t be disappointed when you find that nothing has changed after you complete it.
Step 1
The purpose of this step is to determine whether the problem is localized to your user account.
Enable guest logins* and log in as Guest. Don't use the Safari-only “Guest User” login created by “Find My Mac.”
While logged in as Guest, you won’t have access to any of your personal files or settings. Applications will behave as if you were running them for the first time. Don’t be alarmed by this; it’s normal. If you need any passwords or other personal data in order to complete the test, memorize, print, or write them down before you begin.
Test while logged in as Guest. Same problem?
After testing, log out of the guest account and, in your own account, disable it if you wish. Any files you created in the guest account will be deleted automatically when you log out of it.
*Note: If you’ve activated “Find My Mac” or FileVault, then you can’t enable the Guest account. The “Guest User” login created by “Find My Mac” is not the same. Create a new account in which to test, and delete it, including its home folder, after testing.
Step 2
The purpose of this step is to determine whether the problem is caused by third-party system modifications that load automatically at startup or login, by a peripheral device, by a font conflict, or by corruption of the file system or of certain system caches.
Disconnect all wired peripherals except those needed for the test, and remove all aftermarket expansion cards, if applicable. Start up in safe mode and log in to the account with the problem. You must hold down the shift key twice: once when you turn on the computer, and again when you log in.
Note: If FileVault is enabled, or if a firmware password is set, or if the startup volume is a Fusion Drive or a software RAID, you can’t do this. Ask for further instructions.
Safe mode is much slower to start up and run than normal, with limited graphics performance, and some things won’t work at all, including sound output and Wi-Fi on certain models. The next normal startup may also be somewhat slow.
The login screen appears even if you usually log in automatically. You must know your login password in order to log in. If you’ve forgotten the password, you will need to reset it before you begin.
Test while in safe mode. Same problem?
After testing, restart as usual (not in safe mode) and verify that you still have the problem. Post the results of Steps 1 and 2.

Why is youtube so slow on my macbook pro?

Why are youtube videos so slow on my macbook pro?

Have you rebooted since this started? If not, try that first.

Why is live and video streaming so slow on my MacBook Pro?

why is live and video streaming so slow on my MacBook Pro?

Hi redngreen,
Does this happen with Wi-Fi and ethernet?
Is your network slow with other activities?
There's a section in this article for Wi-Fi network seems slow. Some of it applies to Ethernet as well.
Wi-Fi: How to troubleshoot Wi-Fi connectivity - Apple Support
Best regards,
Nubz

Why do I lose my text layer in AE when gpu ray trace rendereing? Macbook pro with retina and latest

why do I lose my text layer in AE when gpu ray trace rendereing? Macbook Pro with Retina and latest AE update.
Any new text layers disapear also as soon as the 3d box is checked. Solid layers do likewise. The text is available in fast draft mode but is not present in a final render.
Adussting the number of "rays" makes no difference.
No one else seems to be having this problem with ther macbook pro with retina ( on internet).
What silly mistake am I making???????????
If I start the project in CPU ray trace all is fine. If after the problem develops in GPU I change back to CPU I DONT get them back!!!!!
I just reset the AE preferences - no help.

Go through this thread :
http://forums.adobe.com/message/4749742
You might get your answer.

Unable to pair plantronics backbeat go 2 to macbook pro. Any solution pls?

Unable to pair plantronics backbeat go 2 to macbook pro. Any solution pls? thanks!

HI!
I just synced my earbuds to my macbook pro. Try:
1) Setting
2) Bluetooth Settings (Clicked "on" and "discoverable"). I also selected for the bluetooth setting to show Bluetooth in menu bar.
Under settings go to "Sound" and "output". My earbuds are in there twice but one does not work and the other has a "stereo" option. That does work.
Now, iTunes automatically starts and I can hear my music on my earbuds. I think itunes will override whatever you are trying to listen to. The earbuds also worked with my online lectures for school. So far the earbuds do not work for YouTube.
Hope it helps.... good luck!

Safari is very slow in my MacBook Pro.

Safari is very slow in my MacBook Pro. How do I reinstall safari?

Safari is very slow in my MacBook Pro. How do I reinstall safari?

HDV rendering on Macbook Pro

Hello all,
I am rendering 20 minutes of HDV (shot by Canon HV30) on Macbook Pro, 2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo with 4GB RAM. The videos are on Laice 1 TB connected with FW800.
What's the average or expected rendering time for such a file? is there a way to edit in lower res and then render?
- I've also tried to use smoothcam - does it affect rendering time?

For what you are describing, I would probably expect anywhere between 20 to 40 minutes or so, but I can't give you a hard figure, there are too many variables. Many things affect render times, including what effects are being used (such as smoothcam).

Why slow wireless download Macbook Pro Bootcamp Xp Leopard

Problem: wireless download speed is much slower running windows Xp on a macbook pro (bootcamp) than when running OS X. Example OS X = 1,164 KB/sec download, 496 upload vs Xp = 265 KB/sec download, 940 KB/sec upload.
I have a Macbook Pro Duo Core running OS X 10.5 with the newest Boot camp drivers for windows installed. Test was done using Speakeasy speed test, Safari/Explorer 7.
funny how only the download speed is slow under Xp, not the upload speed.
thanks for any help,
Paul

Here's a solution that worked for me, my chipset is a Broadcom 802.11n (4328). It's a 24" iMac (Pre Alu).
Hopefully it helps others. Broadcom have updated WHQL drivers (picked mine up from here, they have Vista versions on there too) and it was just a case of installing those and changing 2 settings.
Changing IBSS mode to 802.11a/b/g/n Auto:
http://img220.imageshack.us/my.php?image=configip9.png
Setting the Rate (802.11b/g) to 54:
http://img411.imageshack.us/my.php?image=54gmodeei7.png
Now my speed is on par with Leopard

Safari slow on new macbook pro 2015 early

Safari worked very well at first on my brand new MacBook Pro but now after a few days websites are slow to load and are too frequently hanging. I've cleared the cache, restarted, unticked Web GL and searched for answers to no avail. This is a big problem. Does anyone else have this issue? Found a solution? I do not want Chrome or Firefox.

Go step by step by step and test.
1. Power off the router. Unplug it from the wall. Wait a while.
    Plug it back to the wall. Power the router on. Wait until all the lights are lit properly. It will take a while.
    Restart the computer.
    Start up in Safe Mode.
    http://support.apple.com/kb/PH14204
2. Delete Caches.db
    Close all windows and quit all applications.
    Hold "option" key down and click "Go" menu in the Finder menu bar.
    Select "Library" from the dropdown.
    Library > Caches > com.apple.Safari > Caches.db
    Right click the Caches.db file and select "Move To Trash.
    Close windows and relaunch Safari.
3. Empty Caches
    Safari > Preference > Advanced
    Checkmark the box for "Show Develop menu in menu bar".
    Develop menu will appear in the Safari menu bar.
    Click Develop and select "Empty Caches" from the dropdown.
4. Delete Cookies
    Safari > Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and other website data:
    Click the “Details” button.
    Remove all cookies except from Apple, your internet service provider and banks.
5. Safari > Preferences > Extensions
    Turn off Extensions if any and launch Safari again to test.
    Turn on those one by one and test.
6. Do an EtreCheck and post the report here please.
     EtreCheck: https://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-6173
Note:
A new Mac comes with 90 days of free tech support from AppleCare.
AppleCare: 1-800-275-2273

Slow internet with macbook pro retina (late2013)

The longer I'm having my new Macbook Pro Retina, the slower it gets concerning the internet.
There is sometimes no speed at all... I have to wait about half a minute to start the loading of for example an ebay site.
As I use my old Macbook Pro (late 2009) right beside the new one, I have the perfect comparison. The old one is fast as ever. Even my Iphone is much faster in our home WLAN. The new one just works and works on heavy loading site after site.
Shouldn't it be the opposite way?
Has someone the same problems?
Any solutions?
Greetings from Germany,
baldost

1. Power cycle
     Power off the router. Unplug it from the wall. Wait a while.
     Plug it back to the wall. Power the router on. Wait until all the lights are lit properly.
     It will take a   while.
     Restart the computer.
     Start up in Safe Mode
     http://support.apple.com/kb/PH11212
2 Empty Caches
    Safari > Preference > Advanced
    Checkmark the box for "Show Develop menu in menu bar".
    Develop menu will appear in the Safari menu bar.
    Click Develop and select "Empty Caches" from the dropdown.

Why is my internet running slow on my macbook pro?

About a month ago I hooked up a router for me and my fiancees to use our laptops. She has a pc and I have a macbook pro. Everything was working fine, but for the past week, the internet on my mac has been running painfully slow. Her internet is working just fine, but mines is almost non-existent. I plugged the modem directly into my mac to see what happened and it worked fine then. But when i hooked up the router again it essentially stopped working again. In lamen's terms how can i fix this?

You tacked on an inactive thread. Post your own topic and supply more detailed information to get help.
It is very difficult to offer troubleshooting suggestions when the "os version" you are using is unknown as each os has their own troubleshooting solutions.
Please complete or update your system profile so the users here can properly help you.

Mountain lion update slowed down my macbook pro

hey guys,
I just updated to mountain lion
however, after the installation, my macbook pro has been noticably slow.
slow booting, slow when operating installed programs, chrome/safari got slowed down as well.
Also it freezes for couple of seconds and i was wondering why.
If any of u r experiencing same problems or know how to fix it please kindly let me know!
Thank you!

Have tried everything possible, repairing permissions etc to no avail.
You haven't tried everything possible or you would have a solution. If you tried the most extreme possible solution (erasing the hard drive, then reinstalling the system and nothing else) and still had the same problems, you would have discovered that you almost certainly have a hardware problem. For some solutions that you haven't tried yet, I'll refer you to the same two links I referred sylee48 to.
As for that article, that's an extremely unprofessional piece of writing. They publish - as if they were fact - the conclusions of untrained, non-technical users who do not have the necessary expertise to make such conclusions. And they concluded that these were bugs that Apple should be working on.
In fact, this may be one of the smoothest upgrades I've seen in a while. (Boy-oh-boy, you should have seen the screaming here for the Snow Leopard and Lion upgrades! It's positively peaceful in this forum compared to that.)

Running Aperture and Slow Performance on MacBook Pro

I am running a MacBook pro w 4 GM interal memory, lost of HD space, and OS 10.8.4. Often when working with Aperture system performance seems very sluggish to the point of becoming unuseable. Export of 20 images to mail can take 10 min. It just becomes so slow as if strangled for memory. I find I shut down other apps but don't think this should be necessary with current OS technology. Any suggestions? Thanks

Have you checked what it going on, when Aperture becomes sluggish?
I'd recommend to launch some diagnostic tools, if you have not already done so:
Aperture's own "Activity Viewer": From the main menu bar: Window > Show Activity
This will tell you, how Aperture is spending its time : rendering, previews, scanning for faces or places, raw processing. Inparticulur, check, if Aperture is hanging while processing one particular image or video over and over again.
The Console window: Launch it from the Utilities folder in the Applications folder. Look, if you see error messages or warnings in this window, when Aperture starts to hang.
The Activity Monitor: Launch it from the Utilities folder in the Applications folder. This window will tell you, which processes are using the cpu, the RAM, and doing page outs to the disk. You can see, if other processing are competing with Aperture and slowing it down, orif Aperture is starved for memory.
How large are images? Do you have very large raw files or scans, or are your photos moderately sized?
Is your library on the internal drive or an external drive?
Do you see this slowness only with your main Aperture library, or also, if you create a new, small library with a few test images?
Regards
Léonie

Slow rendering in Macbook Pro, FCP, HDV. Solutions?

Similar Messages

Maybe you are looking for