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Basically, the Chairman of IDG likes Digital Video and asked us to test it. To circulations surprise, the name does better with subscribers then DTVW. That isn't enough to warrent the change, so we are testing it on the newsstand… BTW – don't read anything into it besides a circulation…
To be perfectly fair Richard, a 24 bit Indy with harddisk (340 MB) will cost $9500. This includes the 15 inch monitor, 16 MB ram, camera abd a fair amoount of software. But you are right that SGI peroripheals cost a lot more then those on other platforms. However, Indy…
For those of you interested in Indy, be advised that Desktop Video World has been in close touch with SGI for a while. The machine ships in September, and our next issue ships in September… Keep your eyes peeled for that issue! Lou Wallace Editor-In-Chief, DTVW
Avid already offers a less expensive onlione system. It is called Media Suite Pro, is based on the Mac and their own card set, and sells for around 10K (minus computer). WIndows and SGI versions are due this fall. For a look at nonlinear editing systems, pick up the current…
Standard video resolutions is fine (752 x 480), as well as VGA resolution (640 x 480). Higher res is great. Color should be 24 bit. Lou
Really Thomas, there is noting new here. This is how it has always been done – and believe me I've taken my share of comments on it to the circulation department over the years. It is simply standard operating procedure for magazine subscription services – and AW is not doing…
We are testing a new name for Desktop Video World, and have been all year in less visible ways. The subscription offer for Digital Video went to a percentage of the (large) mailing that went out this week. In addition, the cover of the current issue in four states says…
The base Indy has an 8 bit display and no hard disk. It does have a 15 inch mmonitor and runs at 1024 x 768. It includes a video camera (digital color), extremely high speed 2D graphics (1.4 million 10 pixel lines/sec) and fairly fast polygons (26 thousand/second). It also…
No, the Amiga isn't that far ahead. In fact, DTVW's Digital Gallery gets more MAc and PC files then AMiga – but not as much more as one would expect from the relative market shares each platform represents…
Probably, but I have never tried it.
Thanks! We'll keep trying to make it even better too. Lou
No, its used with my video deck as an NTSC monitor.
Please send some info into DTV World for the news column whne this CD is ready. We would be happy to mention it in the DTV World News column… Lou
Sounds like we should hook up John.
The 1702 is a great monitor. I use one here for my NTSC display. Lou
I'll be at Siggraph (and MacWorld Expo). DTVW has booths at both shows (I'll be taking the red-eye in order to attend both), and I will be moderating some panels at MacWorld. We will have to get together at Siggraph (hows a beer sound to you?). BTW – I really…
We probably could develop an Amiga digital video standard, but it doesn't look like anyone will do it. Some of us have been pushing for just such a stanard for over two years – predating Quicktimes' announcement or release – and no one at CBM did anything about it. At…
Final Price!!!! This is the bottom line. All of the above, the complete A3000T/24 bit/CDROM/19 megger system for the low low price of $2000! And yes, I will still pay shipping. I will now be posting this on other nets, so… it shouldn't last long. In case you are wondering,…
You are quite right Jerrry. The importance of Quicktime and AVI is the fact they are OS level support for intergrating digital media in an organized fashion. The most obvious application is precisely synced audio and video clips. When people say they think Quicktime or AVI are too small or…
Its the 030 version 25 mhz of course
I really want this system to move fast, so I'm changing the price. Hold on to your hats. For the following A3000T system I'm asking $2200: A3000T 19 megs ram 300 megs HD (1 200 MB, 1 100 MB) CDROM drive includes the following cdrom discs Fred Fish Women in…
I had posted $2500 for the system, but you should see my following post.
They go with the A3000T
Hey, you got a dollar too! So that's where all those payroll deductions are going! 😉 Lou
I forgot to mention that I'm including a good selection of CDROMS (mostly CDTV, plus Fred Fish) with the system.
A3000T For Sale
Message #105531
A3000T 19 megs ram (1 chip, 2 16 bit, 16 32 bit) 200 meg HD 100 meg HD CDROM 24 bit display (IV24) 1950 Monitor Case already hacked for plugging in a 2.0 Video Toaster I pay shipping. $2500 603 827 3517 or send EMAIL to 76376,2136
The new issue is coming out now. You should be seeing it everywhere this week. As for opalvision and modules – opalvision has already been covered, but the modules will have to wait until they are released. So far that hasn't occurred. When you get the new issue please let…
Those are good points Paul. I too worry that the Amiga (and even the Mac) could be eclipsed by the sheer numbers of the Windows juggernaut. But if that happens – and I don't expect that to be true in the near future – what would be the result? basically…
A couple points are in oder here. First, the Video Machine will not, repeat not, 'kill the toaster'. Even if it does some things better, unless they were to make an Amiga version – and no plansare in the works – it shouldn't impact the Toaster much. And in fact,…
Well, we intend to not only keep it up but get better yet. I appreciate the comments and suggestions. I lke the VGA to NTSC shootout idea… I had planned on something along a buyers guide, but I will add this to the list. Please keep the suggestions coming. We…
#Desktop Video World
Message #29888
DESKTOP VIDEO WORLD ISSUE 3 The latest issue of DTV World is now on the newsstands – let us know what you think of it. Lou
We just got June/July in yesterday. The onsale date is May 11, but subscribers get a sooner. So, I would say in a week or so you should be able to get it. Lou
The opalvision is in the current issue (June/July), along with several other AMiga cards. (June/July has a focus on Special Effect software). So far we haven;t seen the modules – but when we do you can count on seeing some coverage of them! Lou
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yes, it is the same basic system – minus all the 'extras'. ANd I might be willing to sweeten' the offer with something extra – if necessary… Lou
#A3000T for Sale
Message #95575
A3000T 18 megs ram 200 meg HD 100 meg HD 1950 monitor I pay shipping $2400 Send EMAIL or call 603 827 3517
Call 800 441 4403 and ask for Debbie Walsh. She can help track the problem down. Lou
No rumor. The article was a 'hands on' preview that covered several revisions of the late beta LightWave 3.0 software. It is in the issue that is currently on teh newstands, which is the April/May issue of Desktop Video World. Lou
#LightWave 3.0
Message #54185
Hi. I just wanted to let folks here know that the latest issue of Desktop Video World does have a preview of the next generation of Lightwave. Its been on the stands for a couple of weeks, so you might have already come across it… but just in case I…
Perhaps teh second was scooped up too! Anyway, DTV World is supposed to be on around 20,000 newstands in the US… Perhaps the best solution is to just subscribe. It's cheaper, you get it earlier and you KNOW it will arrive. Lou
Thanks Charles! I'll pass this message on to the design and editorial departments. We have tried to do just what you describe, which is have substantial content and an artistic design that conveys the creative spirit of the technology and people using Desktop Video, Multimedia and Animation. I'm glad you…
I'm sure we do Charles, but I don't know who. You might call the office and ask for Desktop Video World circulation. They could tell you. The number is 603 924 9471. Lou
I am not sure what a transpond subscription is, but it is possible to subscribe no matter where you live. It just cost more outside the U.S…. Lou
Well, if you like number 2, just wait John! Number 3 is very impressive… Lou
#DESKTOP VIDEO WORLD
Message #27499
Well, Desktop Video World issue #2 is out, and it looks great! I think this one is better then the first, and issue 3 is shaping up to be even better! Lou
Well, I'm a long time Amigian, but I don't think you should be so confident of that Jorge. The Amiga itself is great, and a strong video machine. But, and this is a big but, that is no guarantee that a third party board will be the best of the…
I plan on attending InterMedia, a CDROM/Multimedia show in San Jose. Plus I will be visiting a couple companies in SF area… Lou
I can't compare the Amiga digitizing cards to anything – yet. Since none have shipped it's not something that can be answered. Plus – I don't find it very useful, although it might be interesting – to compare applications on different platforms. Unless you are shopping for a computer to…
Very soon. Authors are getting theirs already… which are sent from the printers. Subs should be hitting in a week or so. Lou
I don't know if I'll be there. Amiga World will have a full complement attending, and they can give me a report when they get back. I'll be in San Francisco the week before, and off to NAB the week after… So I might just hang around the office for…
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