VMX audio problems
Nair wrote:
Matt, I don't think this is a viable solution for us. Can you boost the
audio level prior to upload? We are aware of the process. The lack of
manpower and time being the reason. Thanks,
Náir
M. S. Náir
Technical Director,
(Technology & IT Solutions)
ORCA Media Inc.
89 Main St, City Center
Montpelier, VT 05602
Phone: (802) 224 9901
Fax : (802) 223 0432Kenric Wrote:
Kenric wrote:
Not sure, I'm asking Nair this question. I don't think we have time to check every program that comes down on VMX; we assume that the the person doing the uploading has checked that the program is ready for air.
Oh, I just got this week's mass DVD in the mail.
Kenric Kite
ORCA Media
89 Main Street, City Center
Montpelier, VT 05602
www.orcamedia.net
(802) 224-9901
kkite@orcamedia.net
On Jul 1, 2008, at 11:39 AM, Matthew Goudey wrote:
Just checked the file. It is really low on the original. So, if you want, once you get the MPEG2 from the VMX you could run it through Compressor with an audio gain and boost the level. If you decide to do this let me know and I will make a quick video tutorial on how to if you don't already know.
Matt
On Jul 1, 2008, at 11:22 AM, Kenric Kite wrote:
Thursday would be much better, especially this week. Thank you!
On another matter, we are running "The Cost of the War" series yesterday and today (it's on right now) and there is very low audio. Not really audible, even when the TV is turned up all the way.
Kenric Kite
ORCA Media
89 Main Street, City Center
Montpelier, VT 05602
www.orcamedia.net
(802) 224-9901
kkite@orcamedia.net
On Jul 1, 2008, at 10:54 AM, Matthew Goudey wrote:
Tell me when you need it by and I will get it on the VMX by that day.
On Jul 1, 2008, at 9:44 AM, Kenric Kite wrote:
Matt,
no apologies, pleeeeeze! I just want to know if the diocese is now using VMX or still sending out. The problem for us is that Friday is a bit late for getting it.
Kenric Kite
ORCA Media
89 Main Street, City Center
Montpelier, VT 05602
www.orcamedia.net
(802) 224-9901
kkite@orcamedia.net
On Jul 1, 2008, at 9:39 AM, Matthew Goudey wrote:
My mistake Kenric, sorry.
I uploaded the video on Friday, but did not get to publish the page until yesterday. So, it was there, on the VMX server, but not able to be downloaded because I was a slacker... I will make sure that does not happen again. I will make sure they are available by Friday for download.
Again, I am very sorry about this. I am still trying to figure out an efficient way of uploading all our content and having it available immediately.
Won't happen again.
Matt
On Jul 1, 2008, at 9:33 AM, Kenric Kite wrote:
Matt,
Just got my VMX daily digest. The Catholic Mass there is listed as 6/29/08, which has passed. The Masses we receive through the mail are for the Sunday upcoming. Does this mea we are now to download the most recent VMX file, or is the diocese still sending out videos? They have not contacted me about it.
Thanks,
Kenric Kite
ORCA Media
89 Main Street, City Center
Montpelier, VT 05602
www.orcamedia.net
(802) 224-9901
kkite@orcamedia.net
Our audio is normailzed at
Our audio is normailzed at VCAM but some of our content can lean toward the low side. Seeing as VCAM and ORCA might represent opposite ends of the db range perhaps it would be beneficial for all VMX users if we continue this conversation and run some tests. One that comes to mind is; if we each were to upload a test clip of bars and tone at -12db, then download and transcode each others test clip and see if -12db is maintained. If not we obviously have a larger issue. But if there's no problem, and if we felt up to it, we could even go as far as testing the db level of the clip once cablecast. This could possibly shed some light on any serious inconsistencies in our server settings if there are any.
normalization
Check your server settings at ORCA. I was told that the VMX shows from ORCA are a little HOT on the audio side. So if they play fine for you, you may be playing back at a low audio setting. Then if you bring in a show that is normalized at -12 db (digital equivalent to 0db analog) it will sound low for you.
Our audio is normalized here, after much experimentation and adjustment to our server settings.
I will make a video tutorial for those interested in using Compressor for adjusting any overdriven or underdriven audio. Compressor comes with the Final Cut Studio suite of applications, and only Compressor 3 (FCPStudio 2) can do what I am talking about.
But as a note, it is the responsibility of all access centers to normalize their audio BEFORE posting to the VMX site. If anyone needs help figuring out how to normalize, post it here. Individual emails are way less effective, as here, any and all members can respond with solutions.
Thanks for any contributions to this thread.
Matt Goudey
Video Technology Coordinator
Vermont Community Access Media
208 Flynn Ave Suite 2G
Burlington, VT 05401
802.651.9692