SE8 Image Size Selection

[steverfla]

All,

Sorry if this is a repost, but I've tried every way to search for the answer, but the search function says my terms are too common. "Project", "Settings", "Image", "Size", "SE8" - seems pretty specific?!?

Anyway, the setting "Full" has appeared in the "Image Size" selection drop-down box in SE8. I did not see an explanation for it in the SE8 addendum, nor it it mentioned in the SE7 manual. (Only Small, Normal and Large.)

I've been fine with "Normal" through the years, but a new option intrigues me! Any explanation on what "Full" is?

Thanks!

[MichaelD]

Hi,

There is a reference to this in the Bogart manual;

(4) Under "Image size" you have the choice among Small,
Normal, Large and Complete (FULL). This setting applies only when
effects are applied.
We recommend using the default setting Normal with CRT
monitors. This will usually prevent black margins or wrong
border information from appearing when using effects. For use
with a Plasma or LCD panel, beamers (projectors) and PC monitors, make
sure to use 'Complete' (FULL). The image size can be changed at any-
time in the current project. It takes effect only when applying
effects and titles

[steverfla]

Thanks, Michael. However, I could use a little more help.

I'm still shooting in the (soon-to-be-antiquated) world of 4:3 format. If I produce a recital or concert for a client, it's a pretty sure thing the DVDs will be viewed in homes with standard definition tube tvs, as well as HDTV plasmas and LCDs. The last thing we want to have are calls from unsatisfied parents and grandparents!

Any suggestions?

[TimKennelly]

Tell 'em to come into the 21st century and get a real tv?

Probably not.

In reality, this should not be anything new to them if they rent DVDs these days as very few are being produced as the old pan and scan "fitted for your tv" 4:3 they use to do with all of them.