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Dazzle
Hollywood DV-Bridge
User’s Guide
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owners.
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Table of Contents Introduction Congratulations!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 What’s Included . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 About This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Hardware Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Using the Hollywood DV-Br
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Using the Hollywood DV-Bridge Without a Computer Converting Analog Video to DV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Connecting Analog Video Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Connecting DV Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Connecting an Optional Preview Monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Converting Analog to DV . . . . . . .
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Introduction Congratulations! Now you can enjoy the benefits of editing in DV (Digital Video) format without the expense of a DV camcorder or deck. You can also convert your creations back to analog formats for sharing with people who do not have DV equipment. You can even convert material from one format to another without using a computer. The DV Advantage DV is an excellent format for capturing, editing and archiving video. It offers professional quality without the expensive and complica
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What’s Included 6 pin to 6 pin 1394/FireWire /i.LINK cable Power Adapter Software CD (PC only) Stand Hollywood DV Bridge Registration Card Hollywood Quickstart Guide Hollywood DV-Bridge Warranty Card OnDVD Hollywood MovieStar Technical Support DVD Complete User’s Guide User’s Guide User’s Guide Information Kit User’s Guide Note: Users’ guides may be provided in either hard copy or as electronic files. Hollywood DV-Bridge User’s Guide Introduction Page 5
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Other Items You Might Need The following video input/output cables are not included with the Hollywood DV-Bridge. They are usually included with most camcorders and VCRs. To connect most DV camcorders to the Hollywood DV-Bridge, you’ll also need a 6 pin to 4 pin 1394/FireWire/i.LINK cable, which is usually included with the camcorder. There is a slight possibility that you might also need the same type of cable to connect the Hollywood DV-Bridge to your computer. You’ll need extra cables if
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Hardware Overview The Hollywood DV-Bridge is an attractive breakout box which includes input and output connectors, mode indicators and a mode selector button. Mode Selector Button LED Mode Indicators LANC RCA Video Out RCA Video In S-Video Out S-Video In RCA Audio Out RCA Audio In 1394/i.LINK/FireWire Power Connector 1394/i.LINK/FireWire Hollywood DV-Bridge/Front View Hollywood DV-Bridge/Rear View Mode Selection The Hollywood DV-Bridge is a versatile product that allows you to convert analog v
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Following is a description of each mode: DV to Analog: Converts DV video to analog. When in this mode, the top LED is lit. Pass Through: Allows video to be passed directly through the Hollywood DV-Bridge, for example, when dubbing from one analog source to another without using a computer. When in this mode the center LED is lit. Analog to DV: Converts analog video to DV. When in this mode, the bottom LED is lit. When connected to a computer, the Hollywood DV-Bridge automatically activates the
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LANC Device Control The Hollywood DV-Bridge supports LANC (also known as control L), a feature which enables some analog camcorders and VCRs to receive commands from a computer. This means you can activate some functions (play, rewind, etc.) by clicking the appropriate but- tons in MovieStar 5 instead of pressing the buttons on the camcorder or VCR manually. To use LANC with a supported device follow these steps: 1. Plug one end of a LANC cable into the LANC connector on the Hollywood DV-Brid
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Using the Hollywood DV-Bridge With a PC Getting Started Minimum System Requirements Processor: 500 MHz or faster ® Operating system: Windows 98 SE, 2000, Me or XP RAM: 128 MB minimum Hard disk(s): 5400 RPM or faster; 150 MB disk space for software installation Monitor: 1024 x 768 pixel resolution, 24 bit color, DirectX 8 or above Sound: Standard sound card DV interface: OHCI-compliant 1394 card or port with the appropriate driver(s) installed and functioning properly Note: Most affordable 1394
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Additional Requirements To fine-tune your system for DV editing, follow these steps: 1. Make sure all your hard disk drives are defragmented. 2. If possible, use a separate drive for storing video material. 3. Close all unnecessary programs and background tasks. Software Overview The Hollywood DV-Bridge includes three Dazzle PC software applications: MovieStar 5, DVD Complete, and OnDVD. Following is a description of each of these software applications. MovieStar 5 MovieStar 5 makes editing yo
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Software Installation Since the Hollywood DV-Bridge uses drivers that are built into Windows, the provided CD does not contain drivers. To install the software applications included with the Hollywood DV-Bridge, follow these steps: 1. Insert the provided Hollywood DV-Bridge Installation CD in your computer’s CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive. The InstallShield Wizard Welcome screen appears. Hollywood DV-Bridge User’s Guide Using Hollywood DV-Bridge With a PC Page 12
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2. Click Next. The License Agreement screen appears. To use the Hollywood DV-Bridge, you must agree to the terms of the license. 3. Click Yes to accept the license agreement. The Customer Information screen appears. Hollywood DV-Bridge User’s Guide Using Hollywood DV-Bridge With a PC Page 13
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4. Enter your name, company name, and serial number, then click Next. The Select Components screen appears. This screen allows you to select the software applications you want to install. Dazzle strongly recommends installing all the software applications. MovieStar is required for video capture and playback. DVD Complete is required to design and burn DVDs. OnDVD is required to create Slideshows. Acrobat is required to read the online Help files and electronic users’ guides. 5. Select the
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After installing all the software, the InstallShield Wizard confirms a successful installation. 6. Click Finish to restart your computer and complete the installation. After restarting your computer, a browser window appears with a message that reminds you to check the Dazzle website for the latest updates and patches. Just click on the link in the browser window to check for any critical updates to your software. Hollywood DV-Bridge User’s Guide Using Hollywood DV-Bridge With a PC Page 1
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Hardware Installation After you install the Dazzle software applications included with the Hollywood DV-Bridge, you can install the hardware. Installing the Hollywood DV-Bridge hardware is an easy, two step process, as described below 1. Connect the 1394/FireWire/i.LINK cable from the back of the Hollywood DV-Bridge to an available 1394 port on your computer. Hollywood DV-Bridge Back 1394/FireWire/i.LINK Cable 2. Connect one end of the AC power cord to the back of the Hollywood DV-Bridge
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Note: The Hollywood DV-Bridge utilizes DV drivers that are built into your operating sys- tem. Once the unit is connected to your computer and powered on, the PC should rec- ognize it and load the appropriate drivers automatically. You can verify whether the Hollywood DV-Bridge is installed properly by checking the Windows Device Manager. The unit should appear under the “Imaging Device” category as a “Microsoft DV Cam- era and VCR,” “Generic DV Camera and VCR” or similarly-named device. Windo
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Capturing Video This section explains how to capture video from an analog or DV source, such as a cam- corder, VCR, or TV. You’ll learn how to set up the Hollywood DV-Bridge for DV or analog video input and convert analog video to DV for use on your computer. After the capture pro- cess, you can edit the video and create special effects on your computer. Before you start capturing, make sure the Hollywood DV-Bridge is connected to your computer and powered up. Then follow the procedures below
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Hollywood DV-Bridge Analog VCR, Camcorder, or TV VHS RCA Video Out RCA Video In Or S-Video Out S-Video In Audio Out Audio In TV Front Connecting DV Input If you have a DV camcorder or VCR, there may be times when you want to capture the DV material directly into your computer, then edit in DV format and output the edited video back to your DV device. Since no conversion is performed, it is not necessary to use the Hollywood DV-Bridge for this process. You can accomplish this mode by simply
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Connecting an Optional Preview Monitor Although you can preview your video in MovieStar 5, you may prefer to view it at full size on a TV monitor. There are two ways to connect a preview monitor. Method A: During the analog or DV capture process, if the Hollywood DV-Bridge is not con- nected for video output to an analog device, connect the TV monitor as follows. 1. Connect one end of an RCA video cable (yellow) or S-video cable (black) to the corre- sponding Video Out connector on the back o
