Pandora Inpoint Calculator

Calculate precise in- and outpoint percentages for media trimming on Pandora’s Box Media Server and similar systems.

TL;DR

“Media length-based time-to-percent calculator.”

Core Capabilities

• Frame-to-Percentage Conversion
  Translate frame-based offsets into percentage and decimal values required by Pandora’s Box lighting-console fixtures to ensure precise control over media playback points.
• Eliminate Guesswork
  Trim media files accurately without the tedious adjust-play-check-repeat process. Calculate precise inpoints for specific needs - like removing the first 5 frames of a video - to enable seamless synchronization and playback control.

Step-by-Step

1. Input the Clip’s Original Length:
   • View the clip in Pandora’s Box Content Inspector.
   • Locate the clip’s original length and framerate.
   • Enter this value into the calculator.
2. Specify the Desired Offset:
   • Input your desired offset value for the clip’s inpoint.
   • You can choose any point within the clip’s duration.
3. Calculate:
   • The calculator instantly displays the computed inpoint offset values.

Important Information

Tip

Ensure the original clip length is accurate to avoid misaligned offsets.

User Interface

Input

• Framerate: Set the framerate of the clip.
• File Length: The original length of the clip.
• Offset: The desired offset value for the clip.

Output

• Inpoint %: The percentage value for the inpoint.
• Inpoint 16 bit: The 16 bit decimal value for the inpoint.
• Both also display the value for 1 frame as reference.