Blog Archive - Imagine Products News

Aug 14, 2020

Catalina (OSX 10.15) introduced new security features that can block applications from accessing Files, Folders and Volumes. Unfortunately, this option is easy to turn on accidentally and persists between application use sessions. However, this is a known error on macOS Catalina and it’s a simple fix! Are you seeing the following permissions type error in one […]

Long-term Archiving: the Cloud, LTO tapes and Spinning Media

Jul 13, 2020

Long-term archiving has become an important topic over the last several years. We get many questions regarding our software’s compatibility with different drives and solutions as well as, spinning disks vs. tapes and of course, the cloud. Here are some quick things to keep in mind when thinking about long-term storage. Spinning disks vs tape […]

Troubleshooting Your Workflow

Jul 08, 2020

We tend to get the same questions over and over again in our customer service ticketing system. Everyone wants to know what the fastest way to accomplish a job is and how they can improve their workflow. There are so many factors involved it’s hard to know where to begin! But there does seem to […]

NAB: A Look Back, Part 4. The 2010s

Apr 01, 2020

by Dan Montgomery, President of Imagine Products, Inc Here it is! The last decade of our look back at NAB. The 2010s were an exciting time for Imagine Products. Our current crew was all hired this decade. In fact, many have been here for almost the entire decade. As we continue to adapt to the […]

NAB: A Look Back, Part 3. The 2000s

Mar 26, 2020

by Dan Montgomery, President of Imagine Products, Inc. We are on day 2 of our stay at home order in Indiana but the company itself has been ‘WFH” since March 16th. Although the meaning of “business as usual” has changed, we are still working hard to bring you new workflow solutions. We are also continuing […]

NAB: A Look Back, Part 2. The 90s

Mar 23, 2020

by Dan Montgomery, President of Imagine Products, Inc. It’s hard to imagine just one week ago NAB 2020 was officially canceled. For many of us that seems like a lifetime away. From everyone here at Imagine we hope you and yours are staying safe and healthy. Like many of you we are encouraged if not […]

Checksums and Verification Part 4: What is MHL?

Mar 18, 2020

MHL or Media Hash List is a verification tool. It ensures that files have been moved or transferred in their entirety and without modification. MHL relies on the common checksum algorithms xxHash, MD5, C4 and SHA-1. It is a list or inventory of the contents in a folder. According to mediahashlist.org, “MHL is an XML […]

NAB: A Look Back, Part 1

Mar 16, 2020

by Dan Montgomery, President of Imagine Products, Inc. While preparing for the NAB Show this year it occurred to me that this would be my 30th year attending and exhibiting. The developments of the Coronavirus have obviously rocked the world causing life as we know it to change not only day-by-day, but hour-by-hour in some […]

Imagine Products Will NOT Attend NAB 2020

Mar 10, 2020

It is with great disappointment that Imagine Products has decided to NOT attend the 2020 NAB Show. This is due to growing concerns over the spread of the coronavirus. We must prioritize the health of our employees, product evangelists, customers and partners this April. We will truly miss the wonderful opportunities to see friends and […]

The Future of M&E

Feb 24, 2020

A new year brings reflection and anticipation for the future of the Media and Entertainment industry. Competition is heating up in Video on Demand (VOD) offerings. That’s great news for our industry and content creators in general as demand has never been higher. It is no surprise that Hulu and Amazon Prime are starting to […]

ScreenAfrica: On set with DIT Tanika Wessels.

Jan 24, 2020

This article was originally posted on ScreenAfrica; January 20, 2020. The role of Digital Imaging Technician (DIT) is integral to any production. With a job scope that encompasses far more than simply ‘data wrangling’. It is the DIT’s responsibility to ensure that everything that is captured on set arrives on the editor’s desk both intact and […]

What are common questions about ShotPut Pro?

Nov 21, 2019

Is there a ShotPut Pro trial? Yes! All of our products offer a full feature, trial version. They can each be found on the individual product pages. Select the “download demo” button in the middle. Here is a link for the Mac version of ShotPut Pro and the Windows version of ShotPut Pro. You must […]

How does TrueCheck integrate with Frame.io?

Nov 19, 2019

The most recent release of TrueCheck 2019.2, integrates with the popular cloud-based collaboration platform Frame.io. “At Imagine, we recognize that cloud based workflows are future focused and as such we’re helping bridge the transition from desktop applications. One example is the incremental step of enhancing TrueCheck, a file comparison and analysis software, with the feature […]

What are the new features in the PrimeTranscoder 2019.1 update?

Oct 30, 2019

PrimeTranscoder, often referred to as the swiss army knife of transcoding apps, receives a major update! One of the top new features for the app includes the 10.15 Catalina compatibility. Read more about the Catalina release here. PrimeTranscoder has always included the option to utilize the GPU for faster transcoding. Now users have the option […]

How does ShotPut Pro integrate with Frame.io?

Oct 23, 2019

The most recent release of ShotPut Pro 2019.3, integrates with the popular cloud-based collaboration platform Frame.io. “Imagine Products’ integration with Frame.io expands options for collaboration. Offering transcoding and uploading as part of the camera offload process streamlines the workflow. It offers immediate remote access to time sensitive media. This includes those shooting RAW formats,” said […]

How Did Cris Blythe End Up in East Africa with PreRoll Post?

Oct 17, 2019

#tbt To that time we had an awesome piece written about a super important organization helping people. This article was originally posted on the Studio Daily site on February 23, 2018. GoodMakers Films is a production company with a mission. Leveraging the storytelling chops of co-founders Tilo Ponder and Cris Blyth. GoodMakers aims to bring […]

What did I miss at IBC 2019?

Oct 16, 2019

Adventures Abound in Amsterdam The International Broadcast Convention is the largest European trade show in the Media and Entertainment Industry. It always showcases some truly exciting new tech. We are always honored and humbled when people stop by to talk to our workflow experts. This year we found time to do a little sightseeing as […]

Should I wait to update to macOS Catalina?

Oct 11, 2019

By now we’ve all heard the rumours (and maybe horror stories) about the macOS Catalina update. But what does that mean to you and your computer? Should you wait to update to macOS Catalina? From all accounts the update itself is great. It completes the decade long switch from 32 to 64 bit for Apple. […]

PreRoll Post Windows 2019

Sep 09, 2019

PreRoll Post Windows 2019 is now available. Our LFTS/LTO archival application has been completely overhauled. Here’s a look at what’s new! Interface Simple mode is exactly what it sounds like… a simpler archiving process. Drag and drop files, folders or volumes into the top section. Then choose your destination, like an LTO tape or hard […]

How Dreamflight Captures Once in a Lifetime Memories

Sep 04, 2019

What is Dreamflight? Dreamflight is a UK based charity that takes flight once a year to jettison children ages 8 to 14 suffering from illness or disability to the Happiest Place on Earth – Disney World. Accompanying them are volunteer videographers and camera crews that capture the once-in-a-lifetime trip. Then create a 90 – minute […]

African Mining with ShotPut Pro

Aug 26, 2019

Allow me to start this writing with two gentle disclaimers: I’m unable to disclose my name and location to protect myself and other shareholders. I wasn’t paid to write this but I did recieve a rental version of ShotPut Pro I’m a documentary cinematographer and producer. You can call me Derek. As I write this, […]

Doing the Work of Five Viewers with no Transcoding

Aug 21, 2019

Even from a lifeboat!? The original article was published in Kit Plus in March 2016. With all the new camera formats coming out (sometimes it feels like daily) if seemed like a good time for a re-post. I am a digital imaging technician and editor with more than 15 years of experience in the film […]

Golfing for a Cure

Aug 14, 2019

We always look for a good cause to get behind. We know how fortunate we are and like to pay it forward. Recently, Dan was invited to play in a memorial golf tournament for Angelia Duvall and the Susan G Komen Foundation. So Dan got his golf clubs out and Michelle tagged along to volunteer! […]

TrueCheck, the File Analysis App

Aug 13, 2019

The long awaited file analysis app, TrueCheck is now available!! This app was created from multiple features requests from YOU, our loyal users and an older comparison app called ShotSum. This one of a kind app is a vital tool for anyone who works with large amounts of files in the media and entertainment industry. […]