I watched the debate on C-Span and assume their coverage was the "raw video" you describe. The format for the entire debate was split screen showing both gentlemen. After about 30 minutes, I became distracted by Edwards constant movements, writing and repeated underlining, and ripping off sheets paper from his notepad. At that point, whenever Vice President Cheney spoke, I basically watched just one side of my screen, trying my best to ignore Edwards' boisterous behavior.
Edwards thought that his boyish smile would carry a lot of weight. VP Cheney did a subperb job in responding to Gwen's questions, as well as putting nails in Edwards coffin. Edwards lack of experience in dealing with high profile politicians certainly showed because he did not realize that he was being out-gunned until it was too late.