Video Export

Which video export settings are recommended for Adobe Premiere Pro?

We recommend the H.264 codec for video and the AAC codec for audio, encoded into MP4 (ideally under 1 GB per file and a maximum of 4GB per file). Here are the recommended export settings when using Adobe Premiere Pro:

Export Settings

  • Format -> H.264
  • Preset -> Custom
  • Comments -> (Choose a Name for your Settings)
  • Output Name -> (Where to save)
  • Export Video -> Check
  • Export Audio -> Check
  • Open in Device Central -> Uncheck


Filters

  • None


Basic Settings:

  • Multiplexing -> MP4
  • Stream Compatibility -> Standard


Basic Video Settings:

  • Codec -> MainConcept H.264 Video
  • TV Standard -> NTSC (or PAL)
  • Frame Width -> 1280 pixels
  • Frame Height -> 720 pixels
  • Frame Rate [FPS] -> 29.97 (NTSC) or 25 (PAL)
  • Field Order -> None (Progressive)
  • Pixel Aspect Ratio -> Square Pixels
  • Profile -> Main
  • Level -> 3.2


Bitrate Settings: (The higher these numbers, the higher the quality but also the higher the file size.)

  • Bitrate Encoding -> VBR, 1 Pass
  • Target Bitrate [Mbps] -> 5
  • Maximum Bitrate [Mbps] -> 9


Advanced Settings:

  • Set Key Frame Distance -> Uncheck


Audio Format Settings:

  • Audio Format -> AAC


Basic Audio Settings:

  • Codec -> AAC
  • Output Channels -> Stereo
  • Frequency -> 48 kHz
  • Audio Quality -> High


Bitrate Settings:

  • Bitrate [kbps] -> 192


Advanced Settings:

  • Precedence -> Frequency


If the files are larger than 4GB, please order a dedicated FTP account. The FTP Server is for files larger than 4GB and for bulk uploads of 25 or more. More information about dedicated FTP accounts: http://www.lightcast.com/services/upload-service

Useful Links for Adobe Premiere Pro:
http://www.premiumbeat.com/blog/pro-tip-exporting-a-finished-video-from-premiere-pro/
http://wolfcrow.com/blog/the-adobe-premiere-pro-export-guide-part-one-codecs/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HSx4w-tzApY
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VuFn0ia-7P8