iView MediaPro Utilities
DNG Converter Re-Importer
Version 1.1 Beta
The DNG Converter Re-Importer is for the photographer using iView MediaPro that wishes to convert existing cataloged raw images into Adobe's Digital Negative (DNG) file format.
It automates the task of converting the raw files, importing them, adding annotations, and finally exporting annotations back to the DNG files. It is used in conjunction with Adobe's Digital Negative Converter.
Please note: this is beta! I would advise backing up your catalog before using this. Please submit feedback about your experiences.
Requirements
- This requires the .NET 2.0 framework to be installed and only runs on Windows.
- You must be using at least version 3.1.1 of iView MediaPro. This will not work with previous versions.
- You must have version 3.2 or higher of the Adobe DNG Converter. It will not work with older versions at all.
Instructions
DCRI is very easy to use. First launch iView and select all of your raw files you would like to convert. Then, start DCRI and select the options you want. Be sure to include the path to the Adobe DNG Converter program. Finally, press the convert button. While DCRI is running, don't use iView at all.
When complete, a new set of DNG files will have been created and imported into iView MediaPro. The metadata from the original raw files will have been copied and exported to the physical DNG files. You may then decide to delete the original raw files, archive them, or whatever else you wish.
Updates
Version 1.1 Beta adds support for all of IPTC Core annotations as well as star ratings and labels. This is only possible with versions 3.1.1 of MediaPro and higher.
Download 1.1 Beta