Tap into the advanced authoring toolset of Apple DVD Studio Pro 4 to create everything from DVD dailies, to highly interactive commercial titles in both SD and HD. VTC author, lt;a href= http://www.vtc.com/files/productlist.php?author=Nathan%20Haggard target='_blank'gt;Nathan Haggardlt;/agt;, shows how to get the most of the application s sophisticated design tools, templates, and transitions, offering unparalleled creative freedom. High end features and integration with graphic programs allow for unlimited customization. Pre-built templates and artwork allows one to easily create a professional DVD in minutes. To begin learning Apple DVD Studio Pro 4 today, simply click on one of the lessons below.
IntroductionDVD TechnologyNew in Version 4DVD Creation OverviewPost Production WorkflowAuthoring in DVD Studio ProAuthoring a Basic DVDCreating a QuickTime MovieStarting a New ProjectWorking from a TemplateAdding VideoTesting && Burning a DVDThe InterfaceWindow Configurations
Windows / Palettes / Quadrants / Tabs
Customizing the Toolbar
DVD SpecificationsStreams
Buttons
Frame Resolution && File Formats
Video Bit Rates
DVD Physical MediaSides / Layers / Capacity
Plus && Minus Write / Rewrite
Duplication vs. Replication
Planning a DVDStoryboarding
Bit Budgeting
Setup && ImportingSetting Preferences
Importing
Organizing
DVD Elements
Disc Level Settings
Working with TracksAdding Video && Audio
Adding Chapter Markers
Importing a Marker List
Basic Editing
Simulating the Track
Creating Menus in DVDSPAdding && Modifying Text
Creating Buttons
Text Button Highlights
Adding a Background
Creating a Chapter Index Menu
Linking Buttons to Markers
Auto Create Index Menu
Video Title Set Editor
Shapes / Styles && TemplatesUnderstanding Pre-Made Elements
Creating a Button Style
Creating a Template
Drop Zones vs. Buttons
Shapes
StoriesFunction of Stories
Creating Stories
Using Stories with an Index Menu
Story Navigation
Creating Menus in PhotoshopCreating a Menu
Designing Buttons
Creating a Basic Overlay
Creating an Advanced Overlay
Applying Photoshop Menu in DVDSP
Applying Basic Overlay
Applying Advanced Overlay
Layered Files in Basic Menus
Menu Audio
Motion MenusCreating Motion Menus
Creating Overlays for Motion Menus
Applying Motion Menus
Layered MenusUnderstanding Layered Menus
Building Layered Menus
Using Layered Menus in DVDSP
SlideshowsBuilding a Slideshow
Working with Slideshow Audio
Using Slideshow Transitions
MPEG-2 EncodingQuickTime or MPEG-2
MPEG-2 Encoding Basics pt. 1
MPEG-2 Encoding Basics pt. 2
HDV / MPEG-2 / H.264
Chapter Markers in Final Cut ProChapter Markers && Compression Markers
Using CompressorExporting from Final Cut Pro
Customizing Presets pt. 1
Customizing Presets pt. 2
Compressing Audio for DVD
Distributed Encoding
ScriptingPurpose of Scripts
Creating a Random Play Script
Loop Point Jump Back Script
Menu Timeout
TransitionsBasic Transitions
Video Transitions
Alpha Transitions
SubtitlesCreating Subtitles
Adjusting Text Parameters
Importing Subtitle Files
Anamorphic 16:9 && 23.98fpsAnamorphic && 24fps
Anamorphic in DVDSP
Multiple StreamsEncoding for Multiple Streams
Creating a Multi-Angle Track
Mixed Angles
Multiple Audio && Subtitle Streams
Linking Setup Menus to Multiple Streams
DVD@cessDVDs && the Internet
Linking to the Web
Testing the Weblink
Linking to a File
Linking to E-mail
Advanced ConnectionsThe Connections Tab
Establishing Connections
Final Testing
Building and Formatting a DVDBuilding a DVD
Testing in DVD Player
Formating in DVD Studio Pro
Burning In Toast
Purchasing DVD Media and Labels
Creating an HD DVDHigh Definition Editing Formats
Authoring a High Def Project
Viewing a High Def DVD
HD DVD vs. Blue Ray
Advanced TricksButtons Over Video
Easter Eggs
ConclusionFinal Thoughts
CreditsAbout the Author
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