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Just succeeded in completing the installation process from start to finish without a single problem. I am running the trial version of CLPD11 as we speak (on the same computer as the one before). The settings haven't been altered since the time I started this thread so I still don't know what the issue was, but oh well.
If I choose to upgrade to the full version down the line, will I be able to update it directly from the trial version of would I need to go through complicated steps as with CLPD10?
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Well, the problem I'm having at the moment is that I can get the downloader to start up (run) but it gives me this BS about how I have no permission to save in the "Cyberlink" folder (located in C drive, under Program Files), where I was able to save previous versions of CLPD without any issues (and I am able to save other installer files to the same folder without issues).
So I give in and save it to My Documents as the installer suggests me to. Installer is running now and installing as we speak. The installer also ran the very first time I downloaded it and hit run and was doing fine until about 70%, where it stopped responding.
I guess we'll just have to see.
I haven't done any of the steps ynotfish suggested regarding the Microsoft Visual C+ etc so not sure why it's running now, go figure.
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I have been experiencing this issue for a long time now using CLPD8.
Whenever I import a .TS format file (listed as a supported file time in CLPD8 ) and insert it into the time line, one of two issues occur:
1. After splitting a part of the TS file OR moving the split clip to a different portion of the timeline (before or after another video clip already in the timeline), I get the "Cyberlink Powerdirector has stopped working" message and CLPD8 crashes.
OR
2. No visible error takes place what-so-ever while editing, but upon saving the project file and re-opening it at a later time, all of the TS file format clips used in the timeline are lost and replaced with a "0,0,0" alias, black background clip (what appears to be a black color board).
Because of these issues, I am left with no choice but to wait until the very end of each project before using any TS files (so that I can produce the clip without saving/re-opening the project file and risking the aforementioned problem no.2.
I've been using CLPD8 for about two years now and this issue only seems to occur with TS files.
If anyone could guide me a way to potentially resolve this issue, I will sincerely appreciate it.
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Hello ynotfish, Bubba in TX
I sincerely apologize for the laaaate response. Had my laptop crash after posting this thread and wasn't able to log back in to my account having lost the password etc until now. I finally have my laptop back up and running so will try the procedures suggested and report back on my results.
I was able to install the Trial for CLPD10 without removing the Complete version of CLPD8 I have installed on this computer, so I am hoping that I will be able to run both software at the same time, but I suppose we shall see.
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Is there a reason as to why MKV is not supported in CLPD8?
A lot of the video files that I'm attempting to edit is in MKV format and it is a pain when I have to convert them, thus decreasing the overall video quality, just to import it into CLPD8.
Is there an add-on or something that I could download and install to make the MKV file format usable on CLPD8, without upgrading to a new version of CLPD?
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ynotfish - Thank you for the clarification. It appears that I was using an incorrect method during the import process.
I apologize for the late response. While it does look like I have additional questions, I'll be looking to state them in a new thread if and when those comes up.
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Thank you everyone for the input. On that front, is there a way to save all the Title and PiP Slides created in CLPD8 to a folder so that I can copy it on to my external drive, wipe out the PC HardDrive back to factory settings, re-install CLPD8 or possibly a newer version of CLPD and import those Title/PiP tracks into the new project.
I seem to be able to locate the saved files but I attempted doing this on the trial version of CLPD10 and did not work...
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Thank you for that input Carl.
Now, I have also considered CLPD9. Does CLPD9 have any of the issues I mentioned in the previous post that were not apparent in CLPD8?
CLPD8 - Pros: optimal editing options, high quality preview ; Cons - no audio normalization, the 32-bit issue leading to constant crashes
CLPD10 - Pros: audio normalization ; Cons - bad preview quality, inconvenient editing options, and no "edge" overall that makes it far superior to ver. 8
I have no idea what 9 looks like, and the side-by-side comparisons on the CLPD website didn't educate me much either.
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Understood about the potential for pirated software, but I do have another question regarding the different versions.
It may be wise to start a new thread but it isn't completely unrelated so...
My problem with CLPD10 is the new feature that was added that makes it much less inconvenient when attempting to add video, title slide, PiP item, audio clip, or anything to that nature in between already existing clips, titles, PiPs etc on the time.
In CLPD8, I can simply added in between as if something was inserted without any hassle, but CLPD10 asks you an option (...and I uninstalled the trial so I don't recall the exact message), either of which will not grant what was easily possible with 8.
I'm also not sure if the horrible output of preview video quality on the top right hand of the screen in CLPD10 had to do with the fact that I was using the trial version, but this is another significant draw back because I rely heavily on the previews to verify everything is correct as is - and 8 had outstanding preview quality.
The only feature I prefer in 10 over 8 is the option to Normalize Audio.
And one last question that is unrelated to this topic: every once in a while, when I attempt to "save" a project file, CLPD8 crashes and will not save the file. (Once I attempt to save by clicking on the save disk icon at the top left, CLPD8 freezes and the message "Powerdirector has stopped working" pops up). This is a serious blow since it occurs during the save process, making it impossible to do anything. I do have more than sufficient disk space, yet this has happened numerous times (although the auto-save feature has helped the recovery process). Do you have any idea what may be causing this Carl?
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Sorry for the late response.
Well, the objective of wiping out the HD is to eliminate all viruses and spywares, malwares etc that are likely on it at the moment - so making a complete mirror of it as you mention would defeat the sole purpose.
I was, however, not aware that CLPD8 was still available on the market.
$30 seems very reasonable - thank you for the info.
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I am currently contemplating about wiping out my hard-drive completely and restoring it to factory settings.
The common problem with that, of course, is the need to re-install all applications as it is impossible to back up the applications as installed even if I were to create a complete mirror of the drive to my external (portable) drive.
At this point, I have most of what I need (original CD/DVDs etc) to re-install most applications without much trouble. The problem is CLPD8. I've purchased and installed the software at a local store about two years ago and no longer have the original CD/DVD or the activation code etc that came with it. Taking to the shop I purchased it from doesn't do much good either since it's been two years and I've lost track of the receipt.
I've stated this in numerous other threads as well, but I prefer version 8 over 10 indefinitely.
I realize I'm at fault and am in a bad position with all of the above said, and I also realize that this most likely is out of your area of expertise. But...
Is there any possible way to transfer the currently installed CLPD8 to a portable drive and then back on to the newly wiped out hard-drive on the same laptop without re-installation?
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First and foremost, I doubt there is a method to have multiple Title Slide tracks in CLPD8, but if there is, I would love to know.
Is there a method to re-organize the way the PiP and Title Slide tracks are stacked within the project so that it would look like the list below?
Master Video Track
PiP Track 1
PiP Track 2
PiP Track 3 (Semi-transparent Background Object where the Text from Title Slide Track 1 will appear)
Title Slide Track 1 (Text with Animation: Scroll Left)
PiP Track 4 (PiP object in Top Right Corner covering the portion where the Scroll Left animated text will appear)
PiP Track 5 (PiP object in Top Left Corner covering the portion where the Scroll Left animated text will disappear into)
Title Slide Track 2 (non-animated Text that will appear on top of the objects in PiP Tracks 4 and 5)
Audio Track
Each of the PiP objects are designed to cover various portions of the video, and I'm attempting to make a scroll-bar type effect via the Title Slide text that isn't visible across the entire screen, but portions of it hidden under the objects in PiP Tracks 4 and 5. Then another Title Slide text will be placed over the objects in PiP Tracks 4 and 5, hence the need for a second Title Slide Track.
To sum up my desired objective:
Is it possible to have some Title Slide objects appear above certain PiP Track objects, while others appear underneath it?
I've attempted this by incorporating the objects from PiP Track 4 and 5 directly into the Title Slide and re-ordering it via the list on the Animation options menu within the "Modify Title Slide" feature. It does work, but am wondering if there is a more elegant way to do it (such as the method I proposed above).
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Thank you so much for the visual aid again!
I haven't tested this just yet, but will report back the results.
Thank you so much for all of your help in resolving this matter, I can't put to words how valuable this has all been!
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ynotfish,
Thank you so much for providing the project file, as it helps me understand this better immensely.
The methodology I've used for my "method" of doing this is different than what you have done, it seems.
I've opened the project file you've provided and can see it perfectly, but still do not understand how the text sync works.
From the naked eye, it appears that the text slide starts 00:28 seconds into the movie, and ends 01:03 seconds before the movie ends.
How was the start/end time for the title slide determined?
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Thank you gentlemen. I figured this out...to a degree.
Right now, I was able to do most of what ynotfish gave directions for, and was able to get the banner with transition by using a chromatic key on the PiP track. It looks fine, except when adding the text on to the banner via the title slide.
The text needs to be available for modification instead of being encoded into the banner clip.
So the issue becomes the timing. It almost seems as if I'd need to eyeball every single set of PiP banner and Title text to ensure that the timing is dead on perfect so that the text appears at almost the same time as the banner and leaves the screen in near sync.
The video I originally linked to to show what I wanted to do with the banner seems to have the text in perfect sync.
I'd love to show you what I have right now to explain this better but unfortunately, my internet is down at the moment and I am typing this via my phone.
Does anyone have any tips on how to do this perhaps?
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Is there any possible way to alter the appear/disappear animation for images that are placed in a Title Slide?
I'm producing a countdown video and have a half-transparent banner (image) at the bottom of the screen with text field entries on top of the banner to display information. The text and banner are both made within a title slide and added on to the video.
What I'm trying to do is have the banner enter the screen, then the text, and after the first 3-4 seconds, have both the text and banner disappear to show the full video underneath it. There are animation options to alter the way in which the text enters the screen and leaves the screen (icicles, amplify vertically, scroll left etc). Is there a way to add this effect to the banner (image) as well?
At default, it seems to be set to "fade" for both in and out, but I can't seem to find a way to change that.
The YouTube video below shows something similar to what I'm looking to do with the banner/text.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d685toDq4Tk
The effect at 0:22-0:25 is what I'm trying to do. I've contacted the person who made that video and am aware that was done with a different software, but is this impossible using CLPD10 alone?
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Thank you very much for your response.
I understand, it is unfortunate but it appears that I have no choice at this point.
I will be in contact with the bloke I purchased it from and attempt to get my money back.
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P.S. A better question is, what can I do to download and install the full version of CLPD10 (and then enter in the activation code that I have once the dialog box pops up)?
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Allow me to start with a brief of my current situation:
My friend, who does a lot of video editing self-employed, recently received two in-store-purchased copies of Cyberlink PowerDirector 10 (one of them Ultra, the other being Deluxe), as a Christmas present. He installed and activated the Deluxe version for himself, but had been looking to sell off the Ultra version for anyone who was seeking it.
Now, I had a full version of PowerDirector 8, but have been looking to get 10 because I preferred to have the Audio Normalization feature. And as such, I purchased the Ultra version off of him for a fraction of the retail price.
Here is my issue: the activation code I received with it appears to be brand new and fine, but the installation CD that came along with the software appears to be damaged - as I cannot get it to read on my laptop. I already have the trial version of PowerDirector 10 that I installed earlier with approximately 25 days remaining for the trial period. Since I already have the store-purchased activation code for the software, I wish to activate it via the trial version immediately, but cannot figure out how to do so.
I've been told earlier that it will automatically ask for the code once trial period expires, but I do not see a reason to justify waiting nearly a month to use the full features of the software when I have the purchased activation code at hand.
I also read elsewhere that you need to download the full version and install it since it is different from the trial version, but again, I do not know how to obtain the full version given how I do not have a working installation CD.
Can anyone help me here?
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Thank you for your suggestion and contribution Carl312.
However, I've downloaded the trial version of CLPD10 over the past two days and absolutely loved the normalize function.
So I went ahead and contacted one of my friends, who happened to own a brand new store-purchased CD version of CLPD10 Ultra (unused with activation code and everything - he does video editing all the time and apparently got CLPD10 Deluxe from someone else as a Christmas present and was looking to get rid of the duplicate Ultra version).
I bought it off of him...which leads me to my next issue.
I will start a new thread in the CLPD10 forum - although I do realize purchasing it from a friend, despite it being brand new, is not subject to technical support - I am hopeful that someone can help me out here.
If you have time, please follow my post in the CLPD10 forum. Happy new year!
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