Selecting a frame rate
 
 
 

You can change the frame rate at which the take plays. You can select frames-per-second (fps), NTSC, or PAL formats from the menu, or use the Custom option to enter a custom frame rate. The default time format is 24 fps.

NoteFor information on changing the time display, see Selecting a time format.

To select one of the main frame rates:

  1. In the Transport Controls, select one of the options in the Time Format field.

    Transport Controls A. Time Format field

The frame rate is selected in the Time Format field, and the unit of measurement is changed. See Time Format menu for more information.

To select a custom frame rate:

  1. Click the Time Format field in the Transport Controls, then select Custom from the menu.

    Transport Controls A. Time Format field B. Custom option

    The Custom Frame Rate dialog box appears.

    Custom Frame Rate dialog box

  2. Enter one of the following frame rates in the field:
    1 16 75 300
    2 20 80 375
    3 24 85 400
    4 25 86 500
    5 30 100 600
    6 40 120 750
    8 43 125 1200
    10 44 150 1500
    12 48 200 2000
    12.5 50 240 2000
    15 60 250 6000
    Note

    If you enter a value other than one of these supported frame rates, the next highest supported frame rate is selected.

  3. Click Ok or press Enter.

    The custom frame rate is selected in the Time Format field.

    Transport Controls A. A custom frame rate is selected.

    When you save your scene, the selected frame rate is also saved.