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Compressor error: "Unable to connect to background process"

The "Unable to connect to background process" and "Unable to submit to queue" messages are common errors that unfortunately have many causes.

Before you do anything else, check that your version of Compressor is compatible with your operating system. Only the versions included with FCP 5.1.x and 6.0.x are compatible with OS X 10.5. If you have an incompatible earlier version, you will need to either upgrade Final Cut Studio or downgrade your operating system.

Try the following steps:

1. In Compressor, go to Compressor > Reset Background Processing.

2. Run Compressor Repair.

3. Trash Compressor preferences (can also be done in Compressor Repair).

4. Try these steps (use at your own risk).

Do the following if nothing else works:

5. Disable your internet / network connections.

6. Reinstall Compressor and Qmaster.

7. Perform a full erase and install of the operating system and reinstall from scratch.

Categories: Apple, Software, Final Cut Studio
Post ID: 366Posted Saturday February 14 2009 12:03 PM

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