DCP sound sync issues
Creating a DCP has been such a headache. Currently using DCP-O-Matic and no matter how perfectly in sync the master file is, the sound ends up being a hair out of sync (late) during the test screening. It's almost unnoticeable to the video people but as an audio person it's driving me nuts. What am I missing here? I thought DCP-O-Matic was supposed to auto-adjust the video and audio together during the process?
Any tips?
Thanks in advance!
DCP sound sync issues
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carl
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Re: DCP sound sync issues
Hi,
Is the sync consistently late, or does it change during the film?
Did you run a test card / reference DCP to check the sync where you are sitting in the auditorium?
Best,
Carl
Is the sync consistently late, or does it change during the film?
Did you run a test card / reference DCP to check the sync where you are sitting in the auditorium?
Best,
Carl
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Carsten
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Re: DCP sound sync issues
Can you tell us more about your workflow?
Keep in mind that sync needs to be adjusted in the cinema processor, and while it SHOULD be okay, it may be that it is off. In large auditoriums, it is also debatable to which row/distance the sync should be referenced to.
Keep in mind that sync needs to be adjusted in the cinema processor, and while it SHOULD be okay, it may be that it is off. In large auditoriums, it is also debatable to which row/distance the sync should be referenced to.