Acoustica Mixcraft 7 User Manual
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If one of the above is happening, it could be the DirectX video decoder. The best
solution is to convert the video file to AVI or WMV format. AVI and WMV are
compatible with Mixcraft. AVI files use less CPU power, as well.
Search the Internet for "video converter software" that will convert to AVI and/or WMV.
DIRECTX ERRORS OR ERRORS LOADING VIDEO
Mixcraft uses Window's DirectX layer to decode video, so video playback will be
governed by thecodecs installed on your computer. Codecs are little pieces of software
that programs can use to decode special video file formats. Many codecs are poorly
written and may not work properly for video editing. If you’re having these types of
issues, try the following:
Download the latest Microsoft Windows Media Player.
Install the software included with your video camera or download and install the
latest version from the manufacturer’s website. It may also have include a DirectX
video decoder allowing other programs such as Windows Movie Maker or Windows
Media Player to play the files. (If the file was created with a video camera that you
own.) Make sure to restart the computer after installing.
Download a video file converter that will convert movies to AVI or WMV format.
This is better than loading the original video format, as it will be faster.
VIDEO FILE IS TOO BIG
If you want to send a video via email or upload it, you may find the file size to be
far too large. Uploading or sending huge files is impractical and slow. Here are some
suggestions:
To send via email, upload the video to a video hosting site such as Youtube or
Vimeo and send people a link to the video instead of sending the actual video file.
Adjust the video settings to a lower quality prior to rendering/mixdown. Lower
quality videos result in smaller file sizes.See the Video / Mixing Down section for more
help.
LOOP LIBRARY
CAN'T DOWNLOAD SOUNDS
If you can't download sounds from the library, check the following:
Make sure you’re connected to the good ol' Internet. Try launching an Internet
browser and going to a news article or website you haven't previously viewed. (This
verifies that you aren't viewing previously cached content.)