This is an archive of CompuServe forum messages from 1985 to 1995, as saved in transcripts by John Foust.
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>>>What I meant by the 'Lightwave Terminator' package is that Lightwave had two really neat things about it that 3DS didn't have.
>>>I think the combination of Bones Pro and LenZFX add up to a great "Lightwave Terminator" package. They take two of Lightwaves best features, improve them, and bring them over to 3D Studio.
From:
Tim Krego, [pro.image]
Autodesk Multimedia Forum
· Hware/OpSys/video
January 19, 1995 11:51 PM
>>>All the FORMAT button does is clear out the directory and file area of the drive. If you really want to do a full format, you can use PARDRV.EXE. Just type "PARDRV -format:m" to fully format the master drive, and ":s" to do the slave.
>>>Do I understand correctly that these are no longer going to be manufactured. I was considering getting one more. I've seen them for about $900 now.
>>>I have this exact same card; it's great! One thing; unless they've updated the video bios, you'll probably need to run a VESA tsr for Flight Simulator 5.0 to get the required VESA 1.2 compatibility. If you run into this situation, get back to me, (been there, done that). Space…
#144190-
Dell Pentium
Message #144492
>>>No vibrent support for the card and the windowd vriver has problems with TrueSpace. So I'm not too happy about the card at all. The potantial of the card is there but without the drivers… so I wait for the new Vibrent list to include the I 128.
From:
Tim Krego, [pro.image]
Autodesk Multimedia Forum
· Hware/OpSys/video
December 29, 1994 7:50 PM
>>>I Work For Media Management in Atlanta GA and we have a slight problem. It seems there are no more Micropolis drives. None of our distributors seem to have any. Who might we obtain Large IDE Drives from?
From:
Tim Krego, [pro.image]
Autodesk Multimedia Forum
· Hware/OpSys/video
December 29, 1994 7:50 PM
>>>I have used RazorPro to edit PAR .ani files in their native format (with the PAR chip upgrade), and am very impressed. I will be demonstrating the software in January in Southern California at my next 3D Studio User's group meeting.
From:
Tim Krego, [pro.image]
Autodesk Multimedia Forum
· Autodesk 3D Studio
December 29, 1994 7:50 PM
>>>Has Autodesk tested 3DS on the Dell Dimension XPS P90, with the Imagine 128 Graphics Accelerator? This is the machine I'm going to buy (subject to AD approval rating).
>>>I would appreciate any input on output.
>>>Digimation announces Bones for 3D Studio. A full featured PROFESSIONAL skeletal deformation tool. Features include full compatibility with Inverse Kinematics, no morph targets and shaded preview interface. Check out this sample flic using Bones to animate the cow mesh that comes on the 3D Studio CD ROM. Call Digimation for…
>>>Does anyone know for sure, are the Duracell commercials done with actors in vinyl suits, is it all digital or a combination. Knowing will help settle a bet!
From:
Tim Krego, [pro.image]
Autodesk Multimedia Forum
· Hware/OpSys/video
December 23, 1994 7:26 PM
>>>While I was preparing my list of wants and needs for Santa I heard that a new PAR is scheduled for '95 and that it would be better if I waited …. does anyone know of the details?
>>>Ironic message as I was looking to replace a JVC with a Sony. I've had some audio problems with it. I'll have to ask about power supply problems with the SLV-R100, haven't heard any bad words yet.
From:
Tim Krego, [pro.image]
Autodesk Multimedia Forum
· Hware/OpSys/video
December 19, 1994 7:53 PM
>>> I've been using a SONY SDT-5000 4mm DAT drive for about a month. I think it uses the same DDS-2 tape as your drive.>I can back up the PAR drive directly, but have to go through my SCSI DOS disk for restore. Are you able to restore directly to…
From:
Tim Krego, [pro.image]
Autodesk Multimedia Forum
· Autodesk 3D Studio
December 19, 1994 7:53 PM
>>>I have just received some CAD files in .DWG format that the sender claims are AutoCad – Are they an AutoCad format and whatever format they happen to be are there any suggestions on how to convert them to use in 3DS? >And while I have your attention (whomever you…
>>>As far as I know, the Imagine 128 will not be supported in that release. I'll make sure it (and the subsequent notes on this thread) are recorded for the wishlist.
Par hard drives
Message #142491
From:
Tim Krego, [pro.image]
Autodesk Multimedia Forum
· Hware/OpSys/video
December 18, 1994 7:20 PM
>>>I currently use the PAR with the Micropolis 2210A drive and I'm considering buying Razor Pro and a TBC IV so I can do a little "in house" editing. Is the 2217 (1.7g) the largest drive that can be used with the PAR?
PAR backup?
Message #142490
From:
Tim Krego, [pro.image]
Autodesk Multimedia Forum
· Hware/OpSys/video
December 18, 1994 7:20 PM
>>> Also, QIC-80 drives don't hold enough to make frequent backups very attractive (too much tape swapping).
>>>There have been a few suggestions and endorsements for the Sony SLV-R1000 and I am interested in tracking one down. I have found the unit at B&H Photo and Video in NYC.
>>>I hope So…I just got a new P5-100 w/ 32megs, and a an Imagine 128 1600×1200 w/ 4megs…
#Imagine 128 Driver
Message #142381
Will there be a Number Nine Imagine 128 driver in the next relase of the Vibrant drivers in Jan?
From:
Tim Krego, [pro.image]
Autodesk Multimedia Forum
· Autodesk 3D Studio
December 17, 1994 4:32 PM
>>> I might try an "anime" style head, instead of realistic. It's a Japanese art style, popular in comics and cartoons, typified by very large eyes and tiny noses and mouths.
From:
Tim Krego, [pro.image]
Autodesk Multimedia Forum
· Hware/OpSys/video
November 27, 1994 4:15 PM
>>>Just got the #9 GXE64Pro card today…. where can I find the driver for this? It's not listed when I select VIBRANT and it only came with Studio v1.0 and v2.0 drivers…. tried looking through #9's BBS, but only saw new Windows drivers.
From:
Tim Krego, [pro.image]
Autodesk Multimedia Forum
· Hware/OpSys/video
November 24, 1994 10:43 PM
>>>Give me an OS/2 version that I can network AND use Multiprocessing and we will see 3dstudio be competitive with the next version of Lightwave, due out in December….ir will be available for Windows, OS/2 and NT (if I can believe my sources) all in the same box, for less…
>>>I just got the "second" issue of Planet Studio, and I must say I am dissapointed.
From:
Tim Krego, [pro.image]
Autodesk Multimedia Forum
· Autodesk Animator
November 24, 1994 10:43 PM
>>>I am not sure what I am supposed to type? I just tried typing SET VPRMODE=C:\VIPER VESA at the c: prompt. Is this the command I was supposed to use? I thought I would just try it at the C: prompt before I edited my Autoexec.bat. I then started anipro…
From:
Tim Krego, [pro.image]
Autodesk Multimedia Forum
· Hware/OpSys/video
November 24, 1994 10:43 PM
>>>When can I get the #9 Imagine 128 graphics driver for 3D Studio? I have searched in vain on Compuserve and the #9 BBS. Please help me locate it!
>>>Hi all I have uploaded a .fli file of a test bone animation using Joseph Munkeby's new IPAS. It only takes 5 mins to download and it's in the animation section. Although it's just a start, it's got me worked u
From:
Tim Krego, [pro.image]
Autodesk Multimedia Forum
· Hware/OpSys/video
November 14, 1994 10:37 PM
>>>You also need to purchase a hardware scaling chip for the par.. $100. I believe Digimation is a distributor (and will sell the chips too) and that In-Sync doesn't sell direct anymore. (Says Jamie- yesterday) Digimation will also give you a little bit of a discount to upgrade from Razor……
>>>Recently the Barenaked Ladies.
PMFJI >>>I have a thought that your problems seem to be intermittant file corruption. ie. it seems by your description that it is never a repeatable problem. Assuming that both the drive and the board are functioning OK you might look else where for the problem. Like cables and power…
PMFJI, >>>What do you think about Razor PRO? I got the tech brief via fax and it looks exciting.
#Dealer Demos
Message #132771
PMFJI, >>>Many books have been written to augment 3D Studio. Are you saying that the writers/publishers of these books are supporting piracy?
>>>If possible, could you make one for me at the same time? I'll reimburse you reasonably. If it's too big a hassle, I can understand. Email me if you want.
>>>I'm curious and interested. Please send me a list.
#131671-
#Far Side Special
Message #131911
>>>I desparately need a VHS copy of the "Far Side" animated special that aired last night on CBS. I only caught the tail end, but couldn't stop laughing. I MUST see the rest. Thanks in advance to anyone who can help. I will reimburse for tape and postage.
#In The Studio – For Sale
Message #131747
I've got a set of Digimations In The Studio tapes for 3DSR3 sitting around that I really don't need. This is the 6 tape set that covers all the 3DS modules. Leave email if interested. I am looking for some IPAS disks, mainly Yost 1 & 7, so if anyone…
From:
Tim Krego, [pro.image]
Autodesk Multimedia Forum
· Autodesk 3D Studio
October 25, 1994 7:40 PM
>>>Needless to say, they (Yost) are doing something big for R5. And it ain't DOS related.
>>>R5 Wish
>>>!!!**** ALL Users of VIB105.zip ****!!! if your favorite card or chipset is not supported in VIB105.zip, please post your wish for support here, (Hware/Opsys), addressed to Nik Grant[adesk], Brian Rudolph[adesk], or myself. We'll be taking these wishes at your leasure at any time you desire over the next year.
From:
Tim Krego, [pro.image]
Autodesk Multimedia Forum
· Autodesk 3D Studio
October 25, 1994 6:47 PM
>>>Let's also make sure that it runs on OS/2 or DOS 7.0 – Not everyone in the world wants to be "stuck" with a Microsoft Operating System.
From:
Tim Krego, [pro.image]
Autodesk Multimedia Forum
· Autodesk 3D Studio
October 25, 1994 6:47 PM
>>>The Yost Group has stated that they are deep in development of R5. At some point 3-DS will have to run in NT and whatever Chicago is called by the time it is released. I hope that the comprehensive upgrade of all IPAS routines and 3rd party modules to make…
From:
Tim Krego, [pro.image]
Autodesk Multimedia Forum
· Autodesk 3D Studio
October 25, 1994 6:47 PM
PMFJI,>>>Also, the good people at Autodesk are working their hardest to think of and provide as many terrific tools as they can manage given their resources, they're not going to think of everything, and they won't be able to provide everything they think of-it's really beyond their power to do…
>>>This is an invite to those animators attending Autodesk University to come and check out RAZOR PRO, the animation compositor and post production software for editing animations and audio.
>>>Just wondering if anyone has been beta testing the Number Nine / imagine 128 graphics card with 3DS, If so, your opinions please.
From:
Tim Krego, [pro.image]
Autodesk Multimedia Forum
· Autodesk 3D Studio
October 18, 1994 7:30 PM
PMFJI,>>>I should have checked the local retailers first, but it sounded like no one could locate a copy. Oh, well. I'll just sit on my hands for the next two weeks till it arrives!
#PAR 1.30b
Message #129222
>>>Also, The DOS file slider does not conform with the same sliders in any other software I've used. For example, in a windows file selector, open to a directory with 1300 files. if files 0 thru 9 are in the window, then a click in the bar should bring up…
Educational Upgrades
Message #129221
From:
Tim Krego, [pro.image]
Autodesk Multimedia Forum
· Shipping/Receiving
October 15, 1994 5:19 PM
>>>It would seem to me that if Student copies _where_ upgradable directly through Autodesk then that leaves another Massive Conflict of Interest between the "educational" resellers and the Legitimate Resellers.>If One is allowed to lie to an educational reseller to obtain a "student copy" of 3D Studio and then continue…
ADESK Road Show Dates?
Message #128146
Anyone know if/when the ADESK Road Show will hit my area? I live in Toledo, OH, though there isn't a chance in h*ll it will come here. I'm thinking of a Detriot, Cleveland or Columbus, OH show.
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