Capturing clips without device control

If you don't have a controllable playback device, you can capture video from analog or DV camcorders or decks using the Movie Capture window. While watching the picture in the Movie Capture window, manually operate the deck and Premiere controls to record the frames you want. For example, you can use this method to capture video being played from an inexpensive consumer VCR or camcorder.

To capture a clip without a controllable device:

1 Make sure that the deck or camcorder is properly connected to your computer.

2 Choose File > Capture > Movie Capture.

3 Use the controls on the deck or camcorder to move the videotape to a point several seconds before the point where you want to begin capturing. Be sure to leave enough time for the deck to reach the proper speed.

4 Press the Play button on the deck or camcorder, and then click Record in the Movie Capture window.

5 When you see the point where you want to stop recording, wait a few seconds to provide room for editing, and then click the mouse or press the Escape (Esc) key to stop recording.

6 When the Save File dialog box appears, specify a location and filename, and click Save. If you have a project open, the captured clip appears in the Project window.

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