I mentioned before that I like the way DCP-o-matic shows the essential processing options
below the content tab, so that there is a quick overview about what happens during the
conversion with regard to scaling, aspect ratio, audio, etc.
Wondering wether we could add a full set of these details below the DCP tab - as there is
more than enough space there, and some of the DCP tab options are relevant to these. Also,
the DCP tab should normally be the final stage before one hits 'Jobs -> Create
DCP', so I think it would be good to have an overview over all essential processing
there before one finally hits 'Make DCP. One could even an another 'Make DCP'
button there.
In a later release, I also think it would be more useful to include the 'tips' or
hints there, possibly behind the specific parameter causing the warning/hint. I think
'Tips' will be easily missed as it has to be called manually.
e.g. something like:
Content frame rate is 25 fps -> Warning Icon, Click and 'Your DCP frame rate 25fps
may cause problems...' appears.
Same for audio issues, DCP bandwith, etc. This would add to my idea from above for a full
overview of most essential aspects of the DCP creation.
And: I brought this up earlier, but Carl has a different opinion on this: I still think
the scaling method should go under the content tab and has to be settable
content-specific. I don't think it makes sense to have a choice of different scaling
methods, but only 'global'. The only reason to choose different scaling methods
should be content-related. Another reason: Scaling method is not a DCI/DCP specific
parameter, unlike all other parameters under the DCP tab.
- Carsten