What exactly is a 16:9 asset – Apple DVD Studio Pro 4 User Manual
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This illustration shows the viewing options for a 16:9 asset.
16:9 monitor
16:9 aspect ratio
16:9 anamorphic
(The dashed line shows
the circle’s original size.)
16:9 letterbox
16:9 pan-scan
16:9 video on 4:3 monitors
This illustration shows the viewing options for a 4:3 asset.
4:3 monitor
4:3 aspect ratio
4:3 stretched
(The dashed line shows
the circle’s original size.)
4:3 video on 16:9 monitors
4:3 pillar box
Read the following sections to find out more about using 16:9 assets in your projects.
What Exactly Is a 16:9 Asset?
When you decide to use 16:9 assets in a DVD Studio Pro project, it is crucial that you
understand exactly what attributes your 16:9 media should have.
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Preparing Video Assets
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