If you are downconverting so you can offline edit and then conform back to 4K later, why not choose DNX36? Media Composer can handle 4K it, but you will need a newer version of MC than you have (8.3 or higher).

[quote user="Steve"]This seems to be the ticket unless someone has a better workflow![/quote] MC 2020 has a native H.264 export option. Limited control but great for screeners.

Both Avid and DR (v16 or higher) can play full screen video to a connected computer monitor. If you need critical color monitoring (such as for broadcast deliverable) then you will need a dedicated video i/o card or box and a connected monitor.

There is really nothing to install really. Assuming you are using serial based license and not a dongle, quit out of MC. Open Avid Link and synchronize your account. Most Ultimate features will unlock (Symphony, bin locking, PhraseFind, ScriptSync, etc.) automatically. You may need to install a language pack for SS/PF if you need anything beyond English

You will need to reformat (delete) your current Catalina system drive and install Mojave from scratch. It is possible just a bit labor intensive compared to the automation of OSX upgrade installer.

It seems that one drive failed and it is rebuilding correctly to the hot spare. You can remove the failed drive and replace it with an Avid only branded ISIS drive. Once the rebuild is done (yellow error) and the spare drive has been replaced (red error) then it should clear the status. If you are still intent on rebuilding the server, then... NOTICE

Still miss the person and the contribution to the community.

What version is the server? I think we ran in to this error once or twice. Try upgrading MC or Nexis client or both.

For most users, UHD is probably your best option. It is compatible with all consumer TVs, most broadcast standards, and streaming services. DCI is often for cinema releases, archival copies, and certain higher-end TV productions.

As a former super8 enthusiast.... 1. The frame rate is likely ~18. But old home 8mm cameras were not frame locked. It was all mechanical and fluctuated wildy (14-22 fps). I recommend 23.9 or 24.00. What ever works easier for you. I recommend using the MovieStuff method instead http://perrymovietransfers.com/ http://www.moviestuff.tv/ Scan each frame