#Gamma
I agree, too. If your output is to be video tape you must see the results as
you stated, however, I feel you should start from the beginning with a frame
buffer because it saves time. When setting up my materials I use the targa+
for test FB renders to the NTSC monitor. When I do editor tests I use the
targa+. When I start to keyframe I switch to the PAR with half frame for speed
and then finally at full res for output. I only render to the SVGA monitor if
I'm doing a still output for slides. I don't see a necessity for test
rendering through the VCR in EE since this ties up expensive equipment and if
the system is timed properly there should be no difference in the output of
your FB than with the VCR in the circuit in EE. Of course, my facility for
animation does not have any recorders. I must route the output from my PAR or
targa+ to the Video editing suite for recording.