lag on clip trigger

armitageshanks · Post by **armitageshanks** » Mon Apr 16, 2007 11:31

is it just me or does everyone get a lag/delay when they trigger a clip? is this just a simple case of my mbp not having a fast enough hard drive?

i use mjpeg or mov codec so not thinking this is the cause.

it's quite annoying when you want to trigger a clip to land on a beat...

is this solved by getting a fast external hdd that you connect via firewire?

cheers guys,

armitage

[Edited on 16-4-2007 by armitageshanks]

nrrtv · Post by **nrrtv** » Mon Apr 16, 2007 21:57

is your clip long? Its almost certain that a long clip in a slow HD will have a delay. Even worst if is mov, I think.

If is not long, check your hd speed(RPM). A 4200 or a 5400 is not a perfect choice. Ideally, you should stick with a 7200+

Are you using avi files with your mjpeg codec? I know it sounds silly but I didn't have a good experience with those. Try to use picvideo MJPEG. I think is the best out there.

And yes, and external hardwire can resolve this. Just use an usb 2.0 or firewire and you are ready to go

armitageshanks · Post by **armitageshanks** » Mon Apr 16, 2007 22:14

cheers man. have opted for a lacie quadra 500 gb. gives me the best of both worlds as its firewire 800 and if thats still not fast enough then i can always go sata if needs be...

nrrtv · Post by **nrrtv** » Wed Apr 18, 2007 17:05

Nice!