I can't edit new file in timeline......WRONG FORMAT message..( Newbie)

steve Mcqueen77

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Aug 29, 2016 17:33

Hi I'm Steve Mquween ( newbie)

I've already successfully edited my first video using a new camcorder sony vixia records on san disk...no problem

I have an older Sony that records on those little mini dvd disk. I imported it successfully into the timeline, but when I try to edit it a box shows up telling me its in the " WRONG FORMAT " whats up with this?

I sure would be greatfull for some good advice on fixing this.

Thanks

I'm using Windows pro 7 64 bit i7 8 gig. PD 12 Jesus is coming...soon

The Shadowman

Senior Contributor Location: UK Joined: Dec 15, 2014 13:06 Messages: 1831 Offline

Aug 29, 2016 17:40

Hi Steve

Not sure why this is happening, but you could try converting it to MP4 with something like Format Factory (free)

Hopefully it will work then Panny TM10, GH2, GH4,

Longedge

Senior Contributor Joined: Apr 28, 2011 15:38 Messages: 1504 Offline

Aug 29, 2016 18:25

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steve Mcqueen77

Newbie Joined: Aug 29, 2016 17:05 Messages: 4 Offline

Aug 30, 2016 00:08

Ill try to produce it . I hope it works. I like the idea. Thanks Jesus is coming...soon

The Shadowman

Senior Contributor Location: UK Joined: Dec 15, 2014 13:06 Messages: 1831 Offline

Aug 30, 2016 02:00

I suppose that it is a matter of choice, but editing a fully produced project that has not been edited previously to your liking could be much more fiddly as all the clips will be joined together. However, if you convert your clips as suggested above you will be able to edit them in the normal way thus making the experience easier.

But as I said, it's a matter of choice. Panny TM10, GH2, GH4,

Longedge

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Aug 30, 2016 02:18

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The Shadowman

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Aug 30, 2016 02:34

@ Longedge.

I didn't realise it was just one clip. I read it as the whole mini disc. If that is the case, of course production in PD would be quicker. Panny TM10, GH2, GH4,

Longedge

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Aug 30, 2016 05:07

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steve Mcqueen77

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Aug 30, 2016 16:24

I fixed it.....

I tried to produce the video clip but , no way. the program kind of wanted to crash..

I went on line and downloded freemaker.com Great converter program.. I converted it to mpeg4 ( It edits like a dream now. I hope it produces ok too..

Thanks for your concern and helpfulness. I really appreciate it.

I just got into video editing and love it. I want to learn as much as I can.

I'm a professional graphic designer . Been on Coreldraw about 13 years.

Thanks again,
Mqueen Jesus is coming...soon

The Shadowman

Senior Contributor Location: UK Joined: Dec 15, 2014 13:06 Messages: 1831 Offline

Aug 30, 2016 17:34

Glad to have been able to assist.

You know where we are if you need any more help.

Robert Panny TM10, GH2, GH4,