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1. A ArcSoft ArcSoft Medialmpression for Kodak Video Cameras For Windows Only USER MANUAL ArcSoft 44601 Fremont Blvd Fremont CA 94538 USA Tel 1 510 440 9901 Fax 1 510 440 1270 www arcsoft com Copyright 2010 ArcSoft Inc All rights reserved ArcSoft the ArcSoft logo and ArcSoft MediaImpression for Kodak are registered trademarks of ArcSoft Inc in the United States All other product and companies named herein may be trademarks of their respective owners Table of Contents 1 EMUCFOGUCU Oliiccsscsseccsscssncescensectenasescamecseans 1 1 InStallation cccccccseseeseeeeceeeeaeeesunenaaes 1 2 Recommended System Requirements 1 3 Key Features sssssssssssnosnnuesssnnuunnnnnnnos 2 The Start Screen Sokecncesadatucwen cues sneoseausensmcut 3 Media Browser Screen ssssssss2222222222 2 3 1 Views Panel issirisiisixinisnisisurusuninineininia 3 2 Preview Area wivcccccceccuceueuveusuveusuueuvauees 3 3 ACHONS Dal ssisicsinorinni dansii iiaee ini 4 Actions Bar Commands ssssssunsssnnnnnnnnnnn AL MOONE ririesiarnpa n EA 4 2 Media Player ssssssssssnnnnnnnnnrnrnrnrrrnrrssas 4 3 Video EditOr assssssesannsnnnnnnnnunnnnnnnnnnrnnunns 4 4 Make Movie asssasssassssssnesrnnsnnnsnrrnnrrsnsrns 4 5 Photo EditOr ccc ccccceeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeneees 4 6 Media Converter ccccccccecccceeeceeeuueecuuueeees 4 7 Video Email cccccccceeeeeeeeeceeeeeeeeneeneeas 4 8
2. icon Then select a year a month or a day to display all media files that were created or last modified for the selected mode 46 Chapter 5 Managing Media Files The Import History view gives you a convenient way to browse for media files based on how and when you first copied them to your computer In the Import History view select the date to view the media files ae The Saved Selection Criteria view saves the set of conditions you have selected in the other views This way the next time you use the program you can easily recreate your selection For example you might use the Rating view to select 3 star files and the Tags view to select files tagged Vacation Use the Saved Selection Criteria view to save this set of conditions Click the Save Conditions icon to save the current selection criteria and label it with the date and time To view a Saved selection just select the saved selection in the Saved Selection Criteria view To delete a saved selection select it and click the Delete icon Combining Multiple Views into a Single Search Create custom combinations of search criteria from multiple view categories by simply opening multiple view panels and clicking in the desired checkbox next to the view options you want to activate The search results reflect the combination of all of the view options that you ve activated Folders x E Desktop Libraries A mmulqueen E Contacts ja Desktop g Dow
3. 3 Click the PC option and the Next button The Save As dialog box displays 4 From the File Format drop down list box select the desired format You can save your video as an MP4 MOV or AVI formatted file Click OK to save the video in the new format 61 Chapter 8 How To Tips How do I import my photos and videos Use the Import tool to copy media files from your Kodak camera or storage device to your computer fast and easy Make sure to connect your device to the computer To import media files i From the Actions Bar select the Import icon The Import screen displays From the Get Media From drop down list select the device from which you want to import your photos and videos from Click the Folder icon to browse to the desired folder to import your media files to To create a subfolder for the imported media file select either the Today s Date or Custom Name radio button Click the Exlcude files that have already been imported checkbox to only import the new files from your connected camera or storage device Click the Fix red eye automatically checkbox to remove red eye from all photos Click the Attach a tag checkbox to apply a tag to all of the imported files Select a tag from the drop down list or create a new tag by clicking the tag icon to display the New Tag dialog box Click the Import button After the import process is complete you can delete the original files from your c
4. 4 Click Upload to begin the uploading process Upload to Vimeo me Video Files Title Baby Bites an Apple Filename MVI_1016 avi Description Here s a cute video of Haley tasting Title Baby Bites an Apple Description Here s a cute vic Tags Baby Apple Bite Giggle Broadcast This video is mark Tags Tags are keywords used to help people find your video separated by commas Each tag is limited to 32 characters each video can have 20 tags at maximum Baby Apple Bite Giggle 2 Filename MVI_1360 avi Title i Description This video is Tags Public Broadcast This video is mark Private Login Option You are working offline Login Filename Untitled MPG Title Notes For standard accounts the limit is 500MB per week For Vimeo Plus accounts the Description limit is 2GB per week Upload to Vimeo can automatically resize larger videos for Tags uploading Broadcast This video is mark More information Filename VID00005 AVI Title T E Description 4 Upload Cancel 38 Chapter 4 Actions Bar Commands 4 9 Easy Archive lt gt Glial 1 Create a CD or DVD backup disc of your media files by using the Easy Archive module To archive your media files to a disc i Select the files and folders you want to archive in the Preview Area and click the Easy Archive icon on the Actions Bar The Easy Archive d
5. MediaImpression the last modified folder from the previous session becomes the default folder and the contents of that folder is displayed in the Preview Area 12 Chapter 3 Media Browser Screen 3 Media Browser Screen Use the Media Browser screen to browse your system and add media files to the application The Media Browser screen consists of three sections o Views Panel Preview Area e Actions Bar ArcSoft MediaImpression for Kodak Extas xX I E stow al Media Files v AIR amp mi a e peal ON Quick Search _ Views Panel Actions Bar Preview Area 13 Chapter 3 Media Browser Screen To browse and select 1 From the Folders Menu browse to the desired folder and select your media files The photos videos and music files display in the Preview Area From the Preview Area select the desired media files and click the specific application in the Actions Bar The Actions Bar displays at the bottom of the screen and contains buttons for accessing the software s main editing creating and sharing tools There are several ways to select media files Hold down the Ctrl key and click the media files Press the mouse key and drag the mouse over the desired media files To select all media files click the Select All button located at the bottom left of the Preview Area 14 Chapter 3 Media Browser Screen 3 1 Views Panel The Views Panel displays on the
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7. The EXIF information can be exported as a text file in the Metadata tab Open With Allows you to open the selected file in the chosen application Cut Ctri X Copies the selected media files to the clipboard so they can be moved to another location by means of the Paste function Copy Ctri C Copies the selected media files to the clipboard so they can be copied to another location by means of the Paste function Paste Ctrl V Inserts the media files currently saved to the clipboard into the current location Copied files remain on the Clipboard after they have been pasted Cut files are removed from the Clipboard after they have been pasted Delete DEL Sends the selected media files to the recycle bin 51 Chapter 6 The Extras and Right Click Menus Rename F2 Enables you to change the name of the selected file s If a single file is selected it can be renamed in the Preview Area if multiple files are selected the Batch Rename dialog box displays Select All Ctri A Selects all of the media files in the Preview Area Select Folder Selects all of the media files in the current folder Refresh Refreshes the content of the current Preview Area Explore Opens the selected file in Windows Explorer Attach Rating Enables you to attach ratings or remove the ratings from the selected media files Attach Tags Enables you to attach a tag to the selected media files Remove Tags Removes the tag icons from
8. and Patches Checks the web for important updates for the program Options Displays the Options dialog box containing the following General Options Skip Start Page when you launch the program By checking this option the program opens directly into the Media Browser Always connect to the Internet to check for available upgrades With this option on the program checks the Internet for upgrades when the program is launched Auto launch action when the device is inserted Check this box if you want the program to automatically launch the relevant action each time a device is connected to the computer 48 Chapter 6 The Extras and Right Click Menus Auto backup the media database when exiting the application When active this feature guarantees that your media database is backed up each time you exit the program Show shadow of the window With this feature on the program s main window will cast a shadow effect Video Options Enable hardware acceleration Check this box to enable hardware acceleration to enhance the system s performance in processing media files This function only works with NVIDIA 7 or ATI HD 2000 and higher display graphics cards Deinterlace Mode Choose the deinterlace mode for video playback Weave is a deinterlacing technique that adds consecutive fields together It is good to use for videos that contain objects that are mostly stationary Bob Deinterlace is a deinterlacing te
9. and Share dialog box with the following options PC YouTube Facebook Vimeo Twitter Email DVD Blu ray Compatible PC Allows you to save your movie as an MP4 MOV or AVI formatted file Save and Share x Please select the method you want to save or share Publish for playback on your computer YouTube Publish to YouTube and share with your friends Facebook Publish to Facebook and share with your friends Vimeo Publish to Vimeo and share with your friends Twitter Publish to Twitter and share with your friends Email Send as email attachment using your default email program DVD Blu ray Compatible Publish for playback on your DVD Blu ay Compatible player or computer 28 Chapter 4 Actions Bar Commands To save the movie 1 From the Save and Share dialog box click Next to display the Save As dialog box 2 Enter the name format and resolution of your file Click the File icon to browse to the desired location and click OK to save it 3 Click the Advanced button to select the Frames per Second video and audio encoder bitrate and audio sample rate Click OK to convert and save your movie Note By default the video is saved in the same resolution and format as the original file Saving in the default format retains the best quality for the edited video YouTube Facebook Vimeo Twitter Prepares the file for uploading to the specified site For instructions on uploading ref
10. the selected media files 52 Chapter 7 Customizing Medialmpression 7 Customizing MediaImpression The look and feel of the ArcSoft MediaImpression for Kodak software can be customized in a number of ways To customize the Start Screen right click a button to display the following pop up menu Move to the End Moves the highlighted button to the bottom of the list Remove from List Hides the button Configure Start Page Opens the Configure Start Page dialog box where you can hide show buttons and change their order on the screen Add a checkmark next to the actions you want to display To move a button up or down in order simply highlight the function then click the up or down arrow to move it in the desired order To customize the Actions Bar right click an Actions button to display the following options Delete from Action Bar Hide the button on the Actions Bar Edit Action Change the action name and icon Configure Action Opens a dialog box where you can hide show buttons on the Actions Bar Add a checkmark next to the actions you want to display Restore to Default Restore the Actions Bar to its Original settings You can drag and drop Actions buttons to rearrange their position on the Actions Bar To group related actions together simply drop one button on top of another 53 Chapter 8 How To Tips 8 How To Tips How do I combine multiple video clips Use the Make Movie modul
11. 4 Actions Bar Commands 4 7 Video Email Share video files with friends and family by converting the video file to a size that email can manage with the Video Email module To email a video file 1 Select a video file in the Preview Area and click the Video Email icon on the Actions Bar The Video Email dialog box displays 2 Choose your video attachment settings Use Original This option does not convert the video file We recommend using this option when your video is under 10MB Best for Email Converts the video file to the best format size and video quality suitable for your email If your video is over 10 MB use this option or the Custom option Custom Select the format and size into which you want to convert your video If your video file is over 10 MB use this option or the Best for Email option A description of the file size and the estimated time to send the video email displays on the right side of the dialog box 3 Select your email application from the Send Using drop down list and click Attach to Email Your selected video file is automatically converted and attached to a new email Send your email as you normally do Note Slow connection speeds may prevent the successful transmission of a video email A broadband Internet connection is recommended 36 Chapter 4 Actions Bar Commands 4 8 Upload to YouTube Facebook Vimeo or Twitter Uploading your media files to YouTube Facebook
12. Best Fit Ctrl B Makes the photo fit in the preview screen lT Actual Size Ctri A Shows the photo at 100 Q Zoom Out Reduces the size of the active photo within the Photo Viewer Zoom In Enlarges the active photo within the Photo Viewer 40 Chapter 4 Actions Bar Commands gt Play Pause P Plays and pauses the selected photos as a slideshow in full screen mode F t Previous Left Arrow Up Arrow Page Up Skips to the preceding photo Next Space Bar Right Arrow Down Arrow Page Down Skips to the following photo Attach Rating Enables you to attach a rating to or remove a rating from the selected photo You can also press a number 1 5 on the keyboard to apply a rating Auto Remove Red Eye Automatically fixes redeye If red eye is not fixed click the Photo Editor button to access the manual redeye removal tool d Rotate Left 90 Ctri L Rotates the active photo 90 degrees counterclockwise B Rotate Right 90 Ctri R Rotates the active photo 90 degrees clockwise FA Photo Editor Launches the Photo Editor module window m Delete Del Sends the selected photo file to the recycle bin Save As Saves the edited photo as a new file 41 Chapter 4 Actions Bar Commands SU ext EXIF Exchangeable Image File Format information contains details about the image file camera and camera settings used when the photo was taken Note The information available is dep
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14. Upload to YouTube Facebook Vimeo or Twitter voici cc eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseseeeeuennueunnns 4 9 Easy Archive ccccccccesseeeeeeseeesneeeneeaneeaes 4 10 Photo Viewer eeccccccccccccscccuceeeneeaneenuns 411 Easy PriN negeteevagceecumiaeuienesebeedetaarietaaace 5 Managing Media Files ssusunususussununusususs 6 The Extras and Right Click MENUS wssccssssseeees 7 Customizing Medialmpression wscsseeseeecennnness ix ee E ReEfEreNnCe sassnunnnnnunnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn Licensing Agreement sisscivctievsestiiessainstamiestenancs 65 AbDoOUt A rCSOTE peccaccecccncsscssteeuwarreswevenianscoetecactesens 69 in a EE AEA A RAA E E AEE 70 Chapter 1 Introduction 1 Introduction ArcSoft MediaImpression for Kodak is a powerful yet simple software application that makes it easy for you to import manage edit and share video and image files you ve captured using your Kodak video camera and from other sources This manual provides software installation instructions an overview of the program s key features and helpful hints on how to complete some of the program s most common and important tasks For more information on how to use the software visit the FAQ and tutorial sections on the Kodak and ArcSoft websites Chapter 1 Introduction 1 1 Installation To intall MediaImpression for Kodak 1 Plug your Kodak Playtouch model camera into your computer s USB port 2 The installer shoul
15. Vimeo or Twitter is easy with MediaImpression If you don t already have an account with the desired site visit their website to establish one Depending on which site you choose you can upload your video files photo files or both Yui YouTube upload video files to your YouTube account f Facebook upload video and photo files to your Facebook account v Vimeo upload video files to your Vimeo account Twitter tweet photo and video files to your Twitpic account If this is the first time you are uploading files to one of these websites you will be prompted to authorize the program to allow for uploading files to your account Follow the onscreen instructions for authorization To upload your file 1 Select the files you want to upload in the Preview Area and click the YouTube Facebook Vimeo or Twitter icon on the Actions Bar The specific dialog box displays with your selected files listed in the left pane 2 Select a thumbnail in the left pane and enter the information you want to include for video files you can add a title and description For photo files you can add a title select an album and apply tags a7 Chapter 4 Actions Bar Commands For the Vimeo module choose the Public option if you want to share your video with the world Choose Private to share it with only those you invite to see it 3 To upload to Facebook and Twitter click the Login button to allow the upload process
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17. amera or storage device in order to free up space Note To import media files manually go to the Folders View on the Media Browser screen Select the specific media files displayed in the Preview Area and drag and drop the desired thumbnails to a folder on your computer This method is useful when you want to copy only a few media files instead of the entire contents of your camera storage device 62 Chapter 8 How To Tips How do I create a title screen With the Make Movie module you can create a title screen and much more Refer to the Make Movie module to learn about producing custom movies using multiple video clips transition effects background music voice over narration a credit screen and more To create a title screen 1 Select the desired media files from the Preview Area and click the Make Movie icon A title screen along with your media files are automatically added to the storyboard timeline 2 To modify the title screen double click the title screen to display the Edit Title dialog box Choose the font size color and text alignment a gt 3 Click the Edit icon to edit the text or the Move icon to move the text to the desired spot 4 Click the Background box to select the background color of the screen 5 Select the desired Duration from the drop down list box 6 Click OK to apply the settings 63 Reference Reference Licensing Agreement About ArcSoft 64
18. ation folder for the new files e Batch Resize Enables you to quickly resize many image files at once When you run the process the newly generated files will not overwrite the originals The tool lets you choose a predefined size or a custom size You can also select the destination folder for the new files e Batch Rename Enables you to quickly rename many media files at once Simply enter the new prefix into the text fields and click OK to apply the new names to all of the selected files 50 Chapter 6 The Extras and Right Click Menus EXIF Audio Control Offers the following batch processing options e Play Plays the audio file that is attached to the active photo file e Stop Stops playing the attached audio file e Attach Audio Enables you to attach a WAV audio file to the selected photo file e Record New Audio Launches the Record New Audio dialog box which enables you to record a new WAV audio file and attach it to the selected photo file Set Wallpaper Sets the selected photo as the wallpaper image for your desktop Properties Launches the Properties dialog box which provides information about the active media file including File Name File Location Modified Date Resolution File Description editable Metadata i e EXIF and Geography Info Attached Tags and Flags information If there is an audio file attached the playback controls and Save As button are shown to help you work with the audio file
19. chnique that is often called Progressive Scan which displays every field one after the other It is good to use for videos that contain objects in constant motion Auto Deinterlace is an option that allows the application to automatically analyze and figure out which method is best to use Default Option Click this option to reset everything to their default values Help Launches the Help file so you can view information about the program s features and functions About View the version number and copyright information for the program 49 Chapter 6 The Extras and Right Click Menus Right Click Menu Many useful and common commands and actions are available on the right click menu To access the menu highlight a video or image thumbnail or groups of thumbnails and click the right mouse button Options available on the right click menu include Rotate Left Rotates the selected photos 90 degrees counterclockwise This control does not work for video files Rotate Right Rotates the selected photos 90 degrees clockwise This control does not work for video files Batch Offers the following batch processing options e Batch Convert Enables you to quickly change the file format for many image files at once When you run the process the newly generated files will not overwrite the originals The tool lets you choose a from a variety of popular formats including JPG BMP and TIF You can also select the destin
20. d start automatically With the Kodak Playtouch model a Kodak Camera Setup screen displays Make sure to check the installation option ArcSoft MediaImpression for Kodak If you choose to install other Kodak software they will be installed before the ArcSoft MediaImpression install Please ensure these processes are complete before moving on 3 Follow the on screen instructions to complete the installation Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for Medialmpression The InstallShield Wizard will install Medialmpression on your computer To continue click Hest MediaImpression for Kodak Installer First Screen Chapter 1 Introduction Note If the installer does not start automatically you will need to run it manually by i Connecting your Kodak camera to your system via the USB port Going to My Computer Locate and open the ArcSoft SW drive or the Kodak Setup App drive for the Playtouch model Double clicking the MI exe file to launch the installer Following the on screen instructions to complete the installation Chapter 1 Introduction 1 2 Recommended System Requirements For Windows OS CPU Memory Hard disk space Display Graphics Other Windows XP SP2 Vista Windows 7 Intel Core 2 Duo CPU E6300 processor or above AMD Athlon 64 x2 3800 or above recommended 2 GB DDR2 or above recommended for editing HD videos 300 MB available hard disk space 16 bit color
21. diaImpression for Kodak provides a powerful media management function which helps you organize view and search for your media files easily and quickly Files are organized into libraries that can be rated or tagged for quick location Thumbnails allow you to preview the files before you open them Managing your media files takes place on the Media Browser screen For more information on this module see the Media Browser Screen The first time you use the program Folders is the primary view You can display other views by selecting the specific icon If you want to close a certain view you can either click the Close icon in that view or deselect its icon Views include Folders Favorite Folders Rating Tags Activity History Calendars Import History Saved Selection Criteria Combining Multiple Views into a Single Search Note The width of the Views can be adjusted by clicking and dragging the bar that divides the Views Panel from the Preview Area The Folders view is where you can browse for media files using a classic Windows style folder tree view Selecting a folder displays its contents Media files are displayed in the Preview Area and sub folders are shown in the Folders view 44 Chapter 5 Managing Media Files Fe Folders view options are available by clicking the Options icon or by right clicking within the Folders view Options include cut copy paste delete or rename the selected folder O
22. e saving or sharing it Controls to play pause stop mute and adjust volume are included 6 Click the Settings icon e to display the Settings dialog box You can apply default settings and use the advanced text editing tools 7 Click the Project button to save your movies in project format and open previously saved projects Options include New Open Save and Save As 8 Click the Save Share button to display the Save and Share dialog box For more information on this feature refer to the Save Share feature 31 Chapter 4 Actions Bar Commands Notes e To edit a video clip within the storyboard double click the video to display the Media Player with editing tools Refer to Video Editor for more information on editing tools e The title and credit screens cannot be rearranged but they can be removed Mouse over the frame to reveal a small tab above the file Click the arrow to display a pop up menu and select Remove 32 Chapter 4 Actions Bar Commands 4 5 Photo Editor Wid The Photo Editor module features several commonly used photo enhancement tools This module does not support video files The screen can be stretched to provide a large size view of the active photo Double click the module s tool bar to maximize the window to fill the computer screen Tools include Brightness Contract Move the sliders to adjust the overall brightness and contrast of the image Click Apply to keep the change
23. e the video on the desired frame Click the Mark In icon Note You can also drag the small green triangle icon that displays under the progress bar to set the Mark In Mark Out position Click the Play button to the desired frame then click Pause Click the Mark Out icon Before saving the files click Stop then Play to preview the video Save the new video by clicking the Save Share icon 55 Chapter 8 How To Tips How do I capture still images from my video clip Capture and save still frames from the selected video file as image files You can choose the destination folder for the saved files To capture still images from a video clip 1 Select the desired video file from the Preview Area and double click the video file The Media Player displays with your video clip 2 Click the Capture icon to display the Capture panel 3 Choose the Frames per capture the destination of the captured images and click the Play button 4 Click the Capture button to save a still frame The image displays in the Capture panel 5 Click Play to continue viewing the video clip Repeat Step 4 to capture more frames 56 Chapter 8 How To Tips How do I email my videos Use the Video Email module to convert your video file to a size that email can manage To email a video clip 1 Select a video file in the Preview Area and click the Video Email icon on the Actions Bar The Video Email dialog box disp
24. e to combine multiple videos You can choose to include transition effects background music and voice over narration For more information on adding these effects see the Make Movie Module To combine multiple video clips Ls Select the desired video files from the Preview Area and click the Make Movie icon Your video files are automatically added to the storyboard timeline A title and credit screen are also included in the timeline Within the storyboard arrange the files by dragging and dropping them to the desired location To add additional files select the file in the Preview Area and click the arrow located in the center of the screen To remove the title and credit screens mouse over the frame to reveal a small tab above the file Click the arrow to display a pop up menu and select Remove To edit a video clip within the storyboard double click the video to display the Media Player with editing tools Refer to Video Editor for more information on editing tools 54 Chapter 8 How To Tips How do I trim a video clip Use the Video Editor module to trim unwanted parts at the beginning ending or middle of your video For more in formation on the editing tools available refer to the Video Editor To trim a video clip 1 Select the desired video file from the Preview Area and click the Video Editor icon The Media Player displays with your video clip and includes the Video Editor panel Paus
25. e to the computer To import media files L From the Actions Bar select the Import icon The Import screen displays From the Get Media From drop down list select the device from which you want to import your photos and videos from Click the Folder icon to browse to the desired folder to import your media files to To create a subfolder for the imported media file select either the Today s Date or Custom Name radio button Click the Exlcude files that have already been imported checkbox to only import the new files from your connected camera or storage device Click the Fix red eye automatically checkbox to remove red eye from all photos Click the Attach a tag checkbox to apply a tag to all of the imported files Select a tag from the drop down list or create a new tag by clicking the tag icon to display the New Tag dialog box Click the Import button After the import process is complete you can delete the original files from your camera or storage device in order to free up space 22 Chapter 4 Actions Bar Commands Note To import media files manually go to the Folders View on the Media Browser screen Select the specific media files displayed in the Preview Area and drag and drop the desired thumbnails to a folder on your computer This method is useful when you want to copy only a few media files instead of the entire contents of your camera storage device Import H X By default al
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27. endent upon your camera settings E Full Screen F Displays the file in full screen mode Exit Full Screen Restores the Photo Viewer to standard size Set Wallpaper Sets the currently selected photo as the wallpaper image for your desktop Right click on the image to access this option 42 Chapter 4 Actions Bar Commands 4 11 Easy Print The Print tool lets you quickly and easily print photos in a variety of layouts using your printer To print your image 1 Select the photos you want to print in the Preview Area and click the Easy Print icon on the Actions Bar The Easy Print dialog box displays 2 Scroll through the Page Templates and select a layout Choose the desired settings and click the Print Setup button to select a printer paper size and orientation Click Properties to change the settings for the active printer Consult your printer s manual to learn how to optimize settings for photo printing 3 Use the Print toolbar to crop rotate flip etc the image Click the Print button to print the image Note Print quality is determined by many factors photo quality photo resolution print size printer settings ink paper print nozzle condition etc For best results consult your printer s manual to learn how to get the best results from your printer It is always best to use ink and paper recommended for your printer 43 Chapter 5 Managing Media Files 5 Managing Media Files Me
28. er to Upload to YouTube Facebook Vimeo or Twitter Email Launches the Video Email dialog box For instructions on emailing your video refer to Video Email DVD Blu ray Compatible Allows you to author and publish your video onto a DVD or Blu ray compatible AVCHD format movie disc For instructions on publishing a disc refer to the How To Tips section 29 Chapter 4 Actions Bar Commands 4 4 Make Movie oe With the Make Movie module you can produce custom movies using multiple video clips transition effects background music voice over narration a title screen a credit screen and more To make a movie 1 Select the desired media files from the Preview Area and click the Make Movie icon Your media files are automatically added to the storyboard timeline A title and credit screen are also included in the timeline Within the storyboard arrange the files by dragging and dropping them to the desired location To add additional files select the file in the Preview Area and click the arrow located in the center of the screen i 2 Click the Add Transition icon I to display the Transitions screen Scroll through the list and click a thumbnail to view a preview of the effect To apply the effect double click the transition You can also edit the text for your title and credits from this screen ve 3 Click the Add Music icon to display the Add Background Music dialog box Click the Add Music bu
29. erts you to available updates and helps you get them 10 Chapter 2 The Start Screen 2 The Start Screen Launching the ArcSoft MediaImpression for Kodak software displays the Start Screen To access the program s full set of features click the Browse My Videos button to display the Media Browser screen To transfer the contents of your connected Kodak camera to your computer click the Import button To post videos and photos to YouTube Facebook Vimeo or Twitter click the desired Upload module ArcSoft MediaImpression for Kodak Extas _ m gt EX7 Hi Jenny Welcome to ArcSoft MediaImpression for Kodak Choose a meaia type or action from the options below Service amp Support Dr Browse My Videos cal Import Yw Upload to YouTube Ei Upload to Facebook Upload to Vimeo E Upload to Twitter Work with all types of media files C Skip this page when you launch the program 11 Chapter 2 The Start Screen Options on the Start Screen To bypass the Start Screen to display the Media Browser screen check the Skip this page when you launch the program checkbox located on the bottom left hand side of the Start Screen Click the Service amp Support icon to display the ArcSoft com Support screen where you can find answers to Frequently Asked Questions participate in the ArcSoft Online Forum and register your software for email technical support Note When launching
30. ervice amp Support icon 12 System Requirements 9 T Tags view 46 Tips 54 transitions adding 30 63 trimming video files 26 55 Twitter uploading media files 37 U updates 48 User Interface 13 V Video Editor tools 26 trimming video files 26 INDEX Index videos archiving 39 capturing still images 56 combining multiple 54 editing 26 emailing 36 57 importing 62 options 49 trimming 55 uploading 37 Views Activity History 46 Calendars 46 customizing 47 Favorite Folder 45 Folders 44 Import History 47 Options 45 Rating 45 Saved Selection Criteria 47 Tags 46 Views Panel Folders view 15 icons 15 Vimeo uploading videos 37 voice over adding 31 W wallpaper setting 51 Y YouTube uploading videos 37 72
31. ff 24 Chapter 4 Actions Bar Commands This control is a toggle button When it is On the video or music file will play in a loop Capture Capture and save still frames from the selected video file as image files You can choose the destination folder for the saved files E Full Screen F Displays the video or music file in full screen mode Exit Full Screen Restores the Media Player to standard size Fa Edit Activates the Video Editor control panel This button is not available for music files Refer to the Video Editor for more information bs Save and Share Displays the Save and Share dialog box to save and upload your media file to the desired method 25 Chapter 4 Actions Bar Commands 4 3 Video Editor The Video Editor contains a set of editing tools essential for manipulating a video Clicking the Video Editor icon from the Actions Bar displays the Media Player with the Video Editor panel The tools on this panel include mp Next Frame Located with the Media Player controls and not on the Video Editor panel this tool advances to the next frame of the selected video file In combination with the pause button this tool is useful when making precise trims and cuts to the video Trim Mode Remove unwanted parts from the beginning and ending of a video clip Cut Mode Remove unwanted parts from the middle of a video clip Refer to the instructions for Trim Mode ri Mark I
32. h enables you to quickly and easily rename many media files at once Type the new name of the group of media files in the Rename to text box You can also select the number of the specific media files Click the Rename button and the selected media files display with the new name 17 Chapter 3 Media Browser Screen SS rs Batch Rename x Rename to Starting With Jb Old Name DSC 5433 JPG DSC 5433 1JPG DSC 5437 JPG DSC 5438 JPG DSC 5439 JPG DSC 5440 JPG DSc 5440 1JPG DSC 5441 JPG DSC 5443 JPG New Mame Fhoto JPG Photol JPG Fhoto JPG Photo3 JPG Photo4 JPG Photos JPG Photo6 JPG Photo JPG Photo JPG DSC 54445 JP6 Photo JPG DSC 5445 1 PG Photel0JPG DSC _5446 JPG Photoll JPG Rename Cancel ef Attach Rating Attaches the chosen rating to the selected media file in the Preview Area a Attach Tags Attaches the chosen tag to the selected media file in the Preview Area m Delete Sends the selected media file to the recycle bin 18 Chapter 3 Media Browser Screen E U Group By Organizes the media files into different categories t Sort By Sets the sort criteria for the files and folders in the Preview Area EE View By Select either the Thumbnail or Thumbnail Details option The Thumbnail Details option displays detailed information about the media files Tools on the Lower Toolbar Select All Select All To select all media files click the Select All toggle l
33. he DVD Menu Style drop down list Use the arrow buttons below the thumbnail image to choose a menu template 5 Enter a title and date into the text entry fields you will see your text display in the preview thumbnail image To archive the components of your movie to the disc check the Archive your source media files checkbox 6 Insert a blank DVD disc into your DVD RW drive and click Start 58 Chapter 8 How To Tips How do I publish a Blu ray compatible movie disc To publish a Blu ray compatible movie disc 1 After creating your movie click the Save Share button The Save and Share dialog box displays 2 From the Save and Share dialog box select the DVD Blu ray Compatible option Click Next 3 From the Blu ray Compatible tab choose the disc drive from the Device drop down list to use to burn your Blu ray disc 4 Enter a title and date into the text entry fields 5 Choose a file format high quality profile AVCHD XP standard quality profile AVCHD SP economical profile AVCHD EP Each option uses a different compression rate which determines the quality and size of the video 6 Insert a blank Blu ray DVD disc into your DVD RW drive and click Start to produce a high definition 1080i DVD capable of playback on a Blu ray player 59 Chapter 8 How To Tips How do I upload a video to YouTube or other sharing sites If this is the first time you are uploading files to one of these website
34. ialog box displays Note Although folders can be selected for archiving only their contents are actually archived to the disc The folders and folder structures themselves are not archived All media files are added into a single folder Insert a blank CD or DVD disc into the selected drive and select the drive from the Device drop down list Enter a disc label and a folder name for this backup All files in the archive are added into this folder To add files to the disc at a later time check the Allow files to be added later checkbox To see a verification message display on the screen after the backup has been successfully completed click the Verify data on disc after burning option Click Burn to initiate the burn process 39 Chapter 4 Actions Bar Commands 4 10 Photo Viewer coma The Photo Viewer module is for browsing photos playing full screen slideshows and making simple photo edits By default the Photo Viewer icon does not display on the Actions Bar To display the Photo Viewer icon right click an icon on the Actions Bar to reveal a pop up menu Delete From Action Ba Edit Action Configure Action Restore to Default Select the Configure Action command to display the dialog box Check the Photo Viewer checkbox to display the icon on the Actions Bar You can also access the Photo Viewer by simply double clicking an image thumbnail The Photo Viewer controls include aa
35. l the media files on the device will be imported to your computer If you only want to import some of them select just the files you want before importing Get Media from No Device Destination Folder C Users Public Wideos 20101001 Subfolder Name 20101001 None Today s Date Custom Name Used space 45 41GB WW Required space 0 00KB Free space 241 26G8 Import Optons Exdude files that have already been imported Fix red eye automatically _ Attach a tag Seasons Chapter 4 Actions Bar Commands 4 2 Media Player 6 The Media Player module provides controls for playing video and music files Whereas the Photo Viewer module is for browsing photos playing full screen slideshows and making simple photo edits To access the Media Player Select a video or music file in the Preview Area and click the Media Player icon The Media Player displays with your video or music file The Media Player controls include gt Play Pause P Plays and pauses the selected video or music file i Stop Esc Stops playing the selected video or music file t Previous Skips to the preceding video or music file and starts the file playback m Next Skips to the following video or music file and starts the file playback dx Mute Quiets the audio for the current clip This button toggles Volume Level Enables you to adjust the volume level Ha Turn Repeat On O
36. lays 2 Choose your video attachment settings Use Original This option does not convert the video file We recommend using this option when your video is under 10MB Best for Email Converts the video file to the best format size and video quality suitable for your email If your video is over 10 MB use this option or the Custom option Custom Select the format and size into which you want to convert your video If your video file is over 10 MB use this option or the Best for Email option A description of the file size and the estimated time to send the video email displays on the right side of the dialog box 3 Select your email application from the Send Using drop down list and click Attach to Email Your selected video file is automatically converted and attached to a new email Send your email as you normally do Note Slow connection speeds may prevent the successful transmission of a video email A broadband Internet connection is recommended 57 Chapter 8 How To Tips How do I publish a standard DVD movie disc with a custom menu To publish a standard DVD movie disc 1 After creating your movie click the Save Share button The Save and Share dialog box displays 2 From the Save and Share dialog box select the DVD Blu ray Compatible option Click Next 3 From the DVD tab choose the DVD drive from the Device drop down list to use to burn your DVD disc 4 Choose a menu style category from t
37. left side of the Media Browser screen Views provide tools and options for you to locate examine and organize your media files The options you choose in the Views Panel establish the rules for which files are displayed within Preview Area The first time you use the program Folders is the primary view The Folders view displays your files based on their location on your hard drive To open and close the various Views options click the desired icon located at the bottom of the View Panels These icons toggle to hide the view You can also hide each view option by clicking the close icon X in the title bar Note The width of the Views Panel can be adjusted by dragging the bar that divides it from the Preview Area Media Filter Drop down List At the top of the Views Panel is drop down list containing three options Show All Media Files Show Pictures Only Show Video Files Only By changing this setting you can filter the types of files that will be displayed in the Preview Area For example if you choose Show Video Files Only video files are displayed but photos are not Show All Media Files Show Pictures Only i Show Video Files Only i Show All Media Files Note Each of these filter options work independently from one other and will remember your view settings from the last time you used that filter For more information on each view and managing media files see Managing Media Files 15 Cha
38. monitor at 1024 x 768 or higher NVIDIA Geforce 7300 or above ATI Radeon HD 2400 PRO or above 256 MB Graphics Card or above recommended Apple QuickTime 7 0 or higher recommended Microsoft DirectX 9 0c or higher Microsoft Windows Media Player 9 0 or higher Internet Explorer 6 0 SP1 or higher For Mac Not currently supported Chapter 1 Introduction 1 3 Key Features e Easy Upload to YouTube Facebook Twitter and Vimeo e A Movie Maker module for turning your video clips photos and music files into personalized movies e Video Editing controls that enable you to trim cut and enhance the quality of your videos e Special Effects for adding style to your videos e An array of Photo Editing tools for enhancing your digital pictures and applying effects e A unique Video Action Print control that enables you to convert video actions a golf swing snowboarding the half pipe baby s first steps into stop action images suitable for printing e A Capture Frame control that lets you grab frames straight from your video clips e A Print module for printing your digital pictures e A DVD Creation feature that enables you to publish DVD and Blu ray movie discs featuring your own home videos e A Media Converting control that converts your video files into formats compatible with other popular devices such as the Apple iPod Apple iPhone Sony PSP and Sony PS3 e A Software Update mechanism that al
39. n Sets the Mark In spot for the Trim Cut feature to the current frame Note You can also drag the small green triangle icon that displays under the progress bar to set the Mark In position 26 Chapter 4 Actions Bar Commands Fs Mark Out Sets the Mark Out spot for the Trim Cut feature to the current frame Note You can also drag the small green triangle icon that displays under the progress bar to set the Mark Out position To trim a video Pause the video on the desired frame Click the Mark In icon Play the video to the desired frame and click the Pause button Click the Mark Out icon Before saving the files click Stop then Play to preview the video WN e ul A 6 Save the new video by clicking the Save Share icon peat Rotate Left 90 Degrees Rotates the active video 90 degrees counterclockwise D Rotate Right 90 Degrees Rotates the active video 90 degrees clockwise Enhancement Tab The following tools are provided e Dynamic Lighting Adjust the Dynamic Lighting feature using the slide bar e Denoise Improve the lighting condition by using the slide bar e Color Adjustment Adjust the brightness contrast and color saturation of the image e Underwater Enhancement Improve and adjust the intensity of the color of your underwater video by using the Slide bar 27 Chapter 4 Actions Bar Commands u a 1 Save Share Clicking the Save Share icon displays the Save
40. nloads fy Favorites iB Links x Favorite Folders x Favorite Folders Music Pictures Videos J Rating x g Rated zy 1 Star zy 2 Stars zy 3 Stars gy 4 Stars gy 5 Stars x Tags te x gt Events dy Holidays 2 ES le Photography Places a OEA Scenes 0 8 Seasons 47 Chapter 6 The Extras and Right Click Menus 6 The Extras and Right Click Menus The Extras menu gives you access to advanced tools for the program valuable services and related product information In order to access these options an Internet connection is required Click the Extras button in the top right hand corner of the program s main window to access the following tools Scan for Media Files Launches the Scan for Media Files dialog box Select the folders you want to search by checking the corresponding checkbox This feature pre scans media files in folders and allows MediaImpression to efficiently and quickly browse sort and filter your videos and photos based on tags ratings size and other metadata information attributed to each file Backup Database Backs up your media database and saves it to your computer Restore Database Restores the database to its previous status Updates
41. ocated at the bottom left of the Preview Area This button toggles to Deselect All E irc Slide the slider to increase or decrease the size of the media file Note Mousing over a photo enlarges the photo Mousing over a video allows you to view the video 19 Chapter 3 Media Browser Screen 3 3 Actions Bar The Actions Bar displays at the bottom of the screen and contains buttons for accessing the software s main editing creating and sharing tools For more information on each tool see Using the Actions Bar 20 Chapter 4 Actions Bar Commands 4 Actions Bar Commands This section provides detailed explanations of the tools provided in the Actions Bar Actions Bar tools will differ depending on the filter selected in the Media Filter drop down list on the Views Panel Actions include Import Media Player Video Editor Make Movie Photo Editor Media Converter Video Email Upload to YouTube Upload to Facebook Upload to Vimeo Upload to Twiter Easy Archive Photo Viewer Easy Print e L a wo E Video Editor Movie Make Photo Editor Media Converter Video Email View Photo Upload to YouTube Upload to Facebook To customize the Actions Bar refer to Customizing MediaImpression 21 Chapter 4 Actions Bar Commands 4 1 Import ia The Import tool makes the task of copying media files from your Kodak camera or storage device to your computer fast and easy Make sure to connect your devic
42. on by the United States government shall be governed solely by the terms of this Agreement and shall be prohibited except to the extent expressly permitted by the terms of this Agreement Any technical data provided that is not covered by the above provisions is deemed to be technical data commercial items pursuant to DFAR Section 227 7015 a Any use modification reproduction release performing displaying or disclosing of such technical data shall be governed by the terms of DFAR Section 227 7015 b 9 Termination THIS AGREEMENT SHALL BE EFFECTIVE UPON INSTALLATION OF THE SOFTWARE AND SHALL TERMINATE UPON THE EARLIER OF i YOUR FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH ANY TERM OF THIS AGREEMENT OR ii RETURN DESTRUCTION OR DELETION OF ALL COPIES OF THE SOFTWARE IN YOUR POSSESSION ArcSoft s rights and your obligations shall survive the termination of this Agreement 10 High Risk Activities The Software is not fault tolerant and is not designed or intended for use in hazardous environments requiring fail safe performance or any other application in which the failure of the Software could lead directly to death personal injury or severe physical or property damage collectively High Risk Activities ARCSOFT EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR HIGH RISK ACTIVITIES 67 Reference 11 Governing Law and Jurisdiction This Agreement will be governed by and construed under the laws of the State of Californi
43. pter 3 Media Browser Screen 3 2 Preview Area The Preview Area displays in the center section of the Media Browser and is divided into three parts e Upper Toolbar Provides tools for the selected thumbnail e Lower Toolbar Provides tools for the selected thumbnail e Display Area Displays media file thumbnails and the Right click menu Tools on the Upper Toolbar Rotate Left Rotates the selected image file 90 degrees counterclockwise Q Rotate Right Rotates the selected image file 90 degrees clockwise Ej Batch Allows you to quickly change the file format resize or rename many media files at once Batch Convert Launches the Batch Convert File dialog box which enables you to change the file format for many image files at once The newly generated files do not overwrite the original files Batch Convert File w Convert to Windows Bitmap bmp Destnation C Wsers Public Wideos Convert 16 Chapter 3 Media Browser Screen Batch Resize Launches the Batch Resize dialog box to allow you to resize many image files at once You can choose a predefined size or a custome size The newly generated files do not overwrite the original files F Batch Resize x Resize to keep aspect ratio Classic Size 320 X 240 v Pixels Custom Size i a00 x 532 Pixels Destination C Wsers PublicWideos Batch Rename Launches the Batch Rename dialog box whic
44. ptions also include inserting a new folder into the selected folder and adding the selected folder to your Favorite Folders You can move a folder by dragging and dropping it to another place within the Folders view You can also move media files from the active folder by dragging thumbnails from the Preview Area to another place within the Folders view L The Favorite Folders view contains the media files that you like most You can add the folders in Folders view to your Favorite Folders by dragging and dropping them Selecting a folder displays its content Media files are displayed in the Preview Area and subfolders are shown in the Favorite Folders view T Options for the Favorite Folders view are available by clicking the Options icon or by right clicking the folder Options include deleting the folder from Favorite Folders inserting a new folder renaming the folder relinking the folder if you have moved it and refreshing the folder content Ai The Rating view provides a unique way to manage and search your media files based on five levels of ratings To set the rating for a file select either a photo or video in the Preview Area Click the Attach Rating icon star icon located at the top of the Preview Area You can also right click and select a rating from the Attach Rating sub menu drag the selected file to a rating in the Left Pane or drag a rating to the selected file In the Rating view select to display
45. s Red Eye Click the Fix Red Eye button to automatically detect and remove red eye from the image To remove red eye manually move your cursor over the red area and click Then click Apply Crop Follow the on screen steps to crop your image You can also set the crop area to a custom shape Position by dragging the red box over the image Click Apply Straighten Drag the slider bar to rotate the photo until it is straight Click Apply to keep the changes White Balance Drag the sliders to adjust the temperature and tint of the image Click Apply to keep the changes Effects Transform your photo into a black and white or sepia toned image by click the desired button Click Apply Underwater Enhancement Adjust the color and intensity of your underwater photos by dragging the sliders Click Apply 33 Chapter 4 Actions Bar Commands Photo Editor Toolbar EN Rotate Left 90 Degrees Rotates the active photo 90 degrees counterclockwise D Rotate Right 90 Degrees Rotates the active photo 90 degrees clockwise Ci Resize Resize your photo by entering a new pixel size Check the Keep Aspect Ratio checkbox to keep the image proportion Undo Undoes the last action Multiple levels of undo are supported m Redo Redoes the action that was just undone i itt rh 7 Zoom Slider Allows you to zoom in on the photo Drag the zoom slider or click the zoom buttons to adjust the zoom level If the picture is larger than
46. s you will be prompted to authorize the program to allow for uploading files to your account Follow the onscreen instructions for authorization If you don t already have an account with the desired site visit their website to establish one Fore more information on uploading videos see Upload to YouTube Facebook Vimeo or Twitter To upload a video to YouTube or another site 1 Select the files you want to upload in the Preview Area and click the YouTube Facebook Vimeo or Twitter icon on the Actions Bar The specific dialog box displays with your selected files listed in the left pane 2 Select a thumbnail in the left pane and enter the information you want to include for video files you can add a title and description For photo files you can add a title select an album and apply tags For the Vimeo module choose the Public option if you want to share your video with the world Choose Private to share it with only those you invite to see it 3 To upload to Facebook and Twitter click the Login button to allow the upload process 4 Click Upload to begin the uploading process 60 Chapter 8 How To Tips How do I save export a video into various formats WMV MP4 To save export a video into a different format 1 From the Preview Area double click the desired video The Media Player displays with the selected video 2 Click the Save Share Share dialog box icon to display the Save and
47. s 49 DVD publishing with menu 58 Index E emailing video files 36 57 EXIF 42 51 F Facebook uploading media files 37 Favorite Folders view 45 Folders view 15 44 H Help file 49 How To Tips 54 Icons Activity History 46 Add Music 30 Add Transition 30 Add Voice Over 31 Attach Rating 45 Calendars 46 Favorite Folder 45 Folders 44 Import History 47 Media Player 24 Options 45 Photo Viewer 40 Preview 31 Preview Area 16 Saved Selection Criteria 47 Save Share 28 31 Service amp Support 12 Settings Make Movie 31 Tags 46 Views Panel 15 Import History view 47 Import Panel 22 Installation 8 INDEX Index L Licensing Agreement 65 M Media Browser Screen browsing and selecting 14 media files archiving 39 backing up 48 converting 35 managing 44 scanning for 48 uploading 37 Media Player icons 24 movies adding music 30 adding transitions 30 63 adding voice over 31 previewing 31 saving 31 music adding 30 63 O Options general 48 Options video 49 Options view 45 P patches 48 Photo Editor tools 33 photos archiving 39 capturing from videos 56 editing tools 33 importing 62 printing 43 uploading 37 Photo Viewer icons 40 Preview Area icons 16 previewing movies 31 printing photos 43 R Rating view 45 Reference 64 restoring database 48 right click menu 50 S Saved Selection Criteria view 47 saving media files PC 28 saving movies 31 selecting media files 14 S
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49. the Preview Area click and drag to pan around the photo ES Fit In Makes the picture fit into the Preview Area 34 Chapter 4 Actions Bar Commands 4 6 Media Converter uf Convert your video files into a format that can be played on devices such as Kodak Easy Share Digital Frames Kodak Theatre HD Player Apple iPod Apple iPad Apple iPhone Sony PSP and Sony PS3 by using the MediaConverter module To convert video files iL Select the files you want to convert in the Preview Area and click the Media Converter icon on the Actions Bar The Media Converter dialog box displays with your selected files listed in the Converting List In the Select Manufacturer drop down list choose the manufacturer of your desired target device In the Select Device Model drop down list choose the model of your target device and view the default output options recommended for this device Click the Edit icon to manually change the video parameters suggested for this device profile Not all parameters are available to alter Choose the destination save path using the Convert To drop down list Select Local Disk to have the converted files saved to a folder on the hard drive Browse to the desired folder by click ing the Folder icon Select Device to have the converted files saved to the device this option is only available for certain devices when connected Click Start to begin the converting process 35 Chapter
50. the rated or unrated files in the active folder 45 Chapter 5 Managing Media Files Pa a _ _ The Tags view provides a list of tags that you can use to categorize your media files By attaching tags to your media files you can quickly and easily search for your media files that pertain to specific events people or trips To set the tag for a file select a photo or video in the Preview Area Click the Attach Tags icon located at the top of the Preview Area You can also right click and select a tag from the Attach Tags sub menu drag selected files to a tag or drag a tag to selected files In the Tags view select to display the files with specific tags in the active folder a Tags view options are available by clicking the Options icon or by right clicking within the Tags view The options let you create new tags and tag categories You can also edit the selected tag by renaming or deleting it The Activity History view actually is a database which can record the user s operation history automatically You can quickly and easily search for your media files according to the operation date and type In the Activity History view files are displayed based on the user s operations chronologically The Calendars view uses the file s created date shot time for EXIF images to organize your media files In the Calendars view you can switch between Year Mode Month Mode Day Mode and Tree Mode by using the options
51. tton to browse to the desired music file Multiple music files can be added to the same mivie Click the Up or Down arrow icons to move the highlighted movie files in the desired order Click the Trash icon to remove the highlighted file from the list 30 Chapter 4 Actions Bar Commands 53 4 Click the Add Voice Over icon to display the Voice Over dialog box Connect a microphone to your computer making sure that it is set as the default audio recording device for your system The default device is listed in the top right corner of the screen Click the Play button to begin the movie playback Click the Record icon to begin recording your narration To stop recording click the Record icon again Each recording is added in sequence to the list on the right side of the screen You can adjust and mute the volume of the video soundtrack music soundtrack and voice over audio using the sliders above the narration list To adjust the recording volume use the slider in the lower left corner of the screen Once you re satisfied click the Apply button The voice over audio is saved to the destination path specified in the bottom right corner under the section labeled Location You can change this save path by clicking the Folder icon and browsing to a desired folder The voice over audio are saved in wav format with the current date and sequence number as the file name 5 Click the Preview icon to view your movie befor

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