December 1998 Table of Contents

Feature Stories

Get the Words Out: The Textual World of Titlers

Titles give the first impression that many people will have of your video. This feature and buyer's guide will introduce you to available titling products and will help you choose the titler that's right for you.

Desperately Seeking Power: How to Find Your Way Through the Battery Jungle

Lead-acid, gel cells, fast chargers, memory effect--the depth and complexity of camcorder battery technology is enough to make you hug the nearest AC wall outlet for its simplicity. Learn how to make a battery choice that best fits your needs and budget.

Power Up Your PC: Configuring the PC for Digital Video Editing

Because of the massive amount of data that digital video uses, the nonlinear editing PC needs to be a finely tuned instrument for maximum performance. Learn the basics of PC performance in this feature.

Tips & Tricks for the Digital Nonlinear Editor

Nonlinear editing is a powerful way to take your ideas and turn them into video. With its random-access approach, you can edit and re-edit your video until it is just right. Here are some tips and tricks to make your nonlinear editing dreams a little easier.

Shoot that Show

If you've watched a movie or music awards telecast you know that videotaping audiotorium shows is a fine art. We'll share some practical tips for shooting plays, recitals and concerts this holiday season.

Reviews

Benchmarks

Columns

Viewfinder: It's Getting Better All the Time

Editing video at home is easier than ever.

Getting Started: The Top 10 Reasons Nobody Likes to Watch Your Videos

Keeping your audience awake for the final credits is easy when you avoid these basic video hazards.

Light Source: The Power of the Sun

Tap into free and available solar energy to cast a new and dramatic light on your productions.

Edit Suite: The Direct Approach

Editing begins as soon as the camera rolls.

Sound Track: Mix it Up

Combine multiple sound sources for a more powerful soundtrack.

Special Effects: Looking Through the Eyes of a Hit Man

How to give viewers the impression they are looking through binoculars, telescope, or the sights of a stalker.

Departments

Tech Talk

In Box

Gear

Sony Ruvi
Canon ES7000V
Truevision video production workstation
Ulead VideoStudio
NUWAVE NVP 2.2
NRG Research Location Pro Lighting series
Canon XL Extra Wide-Angle 3x Zoom Lens
Proton NT-3860

Videomaker Article Index: January 1998 Through December 1998

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