This is an archive of CompuServe forum messages from 1985 to 1995, as saved in transcripts by John Foust.
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#40783-
#3.0 wish list
Message #40990
_love_ to have the 3ds docs in ASCII form–and they invariably wear eyepatches. >> What does this mean? My suggestion, is to have an ASCII version of the 3DS manuals. So I could search and read it on my screen. Thanks Buck
> > Thanks I did try this, like I said.(Its length is 0). Have you TRIED HI-COLOR? If so where did you get a *.exp file that works for ET4000? v2.0 and v2.01 are on my same disk, 2.0 shows Hi-color ok, but 2.01, on startup says "Initializing Autodesk 3DS……
Thanks for your offer to send me your driver. If you want to E-Mail it this message should give you my number. Thanks Buck
I'll be at CEBIT too. Anyone else? Want to setup to meet? Last year I took over the 3DS booth for a couple of hours. The demonstrators couldn't answer any questions. They didn't know who I was but I could answer all the simple questions so they didn't ask!! It…
I just bought the RocTec Video Card from Tiger Software (1-800-888-4437) It is high color (65,536 colors) up to 800×600 and up to 1024×768-256. It has S-VHS output(to RS-170 spec) and Video Genlock input overlay. Cost is $399.00 It has an external fader (between Video in and VGA) slider control…
ATO
Message #37280
I use ATO to talk to the ASOFT forum. It suddenly doesn't upload correctly. Did the protocol change? Thanks Buck
#2.01a
Message #37279
Seems I have a catch 22 with 3DS 2.01a. Since "there was no significate change to ADI routines" from 2.0 to 2.01a then no one updated their drivers!! I'VE HAD TO DE-install 2.01a! Do you guys have any contact with CHROMA GOLD and can tell them what you did that…
#2.01a
Message #37274
I got 3DS2.01 from my dealer with no instructions. Observations: 1.) You had better save any MLI file changes to your materials because the update will over write! 2.) The install program isn't smart enought to know not to write everything over even if it's only an update. Thus you…
#2.01a update
Message #36074
Did 2.01a obsolete my 2.0 .exp video drivers? Does anyone know if CHROMA Gold has a new driver and where I can get it? On a BBS? Thanks Buck
3D-Concepts
Message #30135
Is anyone using AutoCAd 3d-Concepts with 3DSr2. The DXF formats seem incompatable. In 3DSr2 it connects objects together that it shouldn't. It also has the lines "hidden"? Thanks Buck
#OS/2
Message #30134
Does 3DSr2 work under OS/2 ok? Can you run a batch mode as a background task? Thanks Buck
#Invisible DXFs
Message #17162
Thanks for looking over my DXF file that imports into 3DS2 as invisible lines. Your answer doesn't help because as I said it was created by ROOMERS an interior room design program. The typical ASCII file is "SECTION,BLOCKS,LINE" statements followed by co-ordinates. What is it that makes 3DS2 think lines…
SYSOP…..Oh SYSOPPPP read my thread it's been more than 48 hours :]
#15286-
frame-by-frame taping
Message #15647
Consider this alternative to frame by frame to VHS. I run 16 Mbyte ram from a 1.2 gig hard drive through a 8Mbyte intelligent cache. I can always do several seconds of real time on a 486/33Mhz. I use $900 S-VHS decks (AG1960). If I have too I use a…
zip up the files and leave on this forum, I bet someone will try it for you. Buck
#Refractions
Message #12780
Gary' Seems to me that for symetrical objects, There is a direct correlation between reflections and refractions. Something like the refraction through a convex object is the same as a concave mirror, viewed from 180 degrees. Trigger any thoughts? TNX Buck
Compression software
Message #12772
There is a company offering JPEG compression software for .TGA and other formats (list $149). Number is 818-719-6566, I have no relation with the company. Buck
Sounds like it your Othopod should help your diving. I have a Tenka-dive-vehicle and I like to do barrel rolls, but takes a while to get used to flying upside down (under water). Hope you can give us a .GIF of your next dive! TNX Buck
#Video of Animation
Message #12528
Radio Shack sells a neat Video of 40 minutes of animation. It's called "The Mind's Eye, a computer animators odyssey" and cost $25 dollars. Very nice, and inspirational (translation:I got some fresh ideas from it!} Buck
#Boston User meeting
Message #12441
Thanks Autodesk for mailing out the red user post cards!. Received about 15 calls so far, of very excited folks. Seems I wasn't alone in looking for company with 3ds. The most common questions and answers are: COST? None TOPIC? release 2 TO BRING? Your work on VHS tape, less…
I have this r2 DEMO -locked- version that was loaned to me by a good intentioned dealer. The sealed package didn't contain a key. (I think I'm scheduled to be the last r2 shipped, been waiting weeks now. They say 2 weeks more to go)….SO: I'm rendering scenes that take…
SNAP function
Message #12246
Is there anyway to move the origin of the "SNAP" grid? I understand how to move the "grid" but the the two are not related. TNX Buck
I'm not sure what use the DEMO version is suppose to have, since it's locked and the sealed package doesn't contain a Key. My dealer was trying to help and loaned me a DEMO copy. So all I can do is read the manuals and dream! I am hosting the…
Virtual Reality Animator
Message #12072
Egg Head software has a $69 program called "Virtual Reality Animator". It is a VERY interesting animator. It does 3D, 256 colors hidden surface models (nothing else). But you an animate and produce sound from objects in responce to other objects. For example have a door open automatically as you…
#r2
Message #12061
I,m hosting the Boston area user group, April 21. Crimson Tech, my dealer says as they understand, My r2 want make it in time. I wanted to shoot slides of the new features for the meeting. My RMA # is 83103, can anyone help! Thanks Buck
#Demo version r2
Message #12060
If your dealer offers to loan you a "DEMO" r2 version; …..don't bother. The "demo" versions are locked with no key inside the sealed pack.:-) Buck
If you are willing to settle for up to 640×480 at 32,000 colors for video out (S-VHS and NTSC) call Ventek. $300 for Chroma Gold. (818-991-3868). Buck
Thanks for the hint on Falloff in r2. I'm looking forward to getting r2. To produce refractions, it seems to me you could use a projection technique like you use now for shadows and reflections…Map the scene that would be shown through-the-front-surface, to the front surface. Produce a spherical virtual…
April meeting
Message #11712
Just got a copy of "Educating Peter". The famous animation feature made 4 years ago for 1 million dollars! It shows Peter drawn into his computer terminal. He then travels throughout the CPU and Network. Provided to me by DEC, I'll play it at the meeting if there is time…
#11654-
#Release 2 Raytracing?
Message #11711
About raytracing. Your approach is really teriffic on shadows, and reflections…..but refractions ? Think about a clever way to solve refractions. TNX Buck
Gary this is like the cube you made for me with the holes on each face. Could you have done that in lofter? TNx Buck
Thanks I called him he will give the tape to Dave West,"a friend of his' who will bring it to the meeting. TNX Buck
I'll answer your questions in order: – I'm hoping everyone who comes knows 3ds; so to talk about the differences should be easy. Do you disagree? – We certainly can tell everyone about CIM. – I'm not setup to demo the r2. if someone can make slides of the screens…
The Date for the Boston User Group meeting is: April 21st Tuesday – At Roll Systems Inc. – 52 Third Ave Burlington, Ma. 01803 -(Near the Mall) – The time is 6:30pm. We will do a mailing to all registered users. More info to follow on the week end. Tnx…
Do you know how to get a copy of the demo tape in VHS? I haven't located Gene Bodio. I could return it after the meeting if it's necessary. TNX Buck
Boston Users
Message #10979
There will be a 3DS user meeting in April in Burlington, Ma. The date will be set next week. The agenda as of now (comments are welcome) is: 1.) Everyone is invited to bring a VHS tape up to 5 minutes of their work. 2.) Cokes and coffee served. 3.)…
I know that r2 has boolean, but I'm stuck on a problem right now. The problem could be described as I need a cube with 3 holes, one on each axis, so all faces have an entrance. What do you recommend? Also how do you fake refraction. I'm trying projection…
The frame accurate Hi8 is EVO 9000,(been out about a year) it records 6 frames each shot and plays back at 2X. Also the Ricoh Cam Corder R108H does 4 frames each push of the button. A good book helps.
It gets to the ASOFT level (4 choices) and hangs. I have to ESC, ESC ,ctrl-D,Y,Y then choose my command again. Where is it storing the results of Ctrl-J. I can only setup two level in the Forum, and I chose ADESK and ASOFT. Can you help from this?
Sorry I was in Kanas last week, Calif the week before, Germany tomorrow night, Seattle next week, Italy the week after and then I die. I've been running 30 messages a day on my machine! I would like to have a 3DS informal meeting in mid April for Boston centered…
I found Animator the MOST difficult program I ever used. I am a old hacker from way back with about 200 disk worth of software at present. The problem is the various modes and functions that can be on at once. I've used it for about two years (probably 2000…
Autosign
Message #10295
Anyone using ATO (AUTOSIG) to send and retrive 3DS forum stuff. It seemszto always require manual intervention.z
Funny glasses
Message #10294
I figured out the Red/Blue glasses and how to make 3D! Each eye needs zto see its color blend PERFECTLY with white. Each eye needs for thezother color to be VERY BLACK. If you are in animator you can put upzred,blue and white dots. You adjust t he colors as…
Cheap Video
Message #10293
Set next to person on a Boston to LA flight last week that is involved with animation for NBC. I sent a 2 minute demo tape to them. I made it all at 320x200x256!(I used a $300 VGA to S-VHS jovian box) They called me the minute they saw it,…
3DS release 2
Message #10292
Can You tell us when our dealers can have release 2 for shipment? My dealer thought in December 1991 it would be in January 1992.
There are Nets on Saturday AM about 50 people on from around the world. Most any time day or nite 4 or 5 people sending video. The best way to get information on SSTV (slow scan TV) and Ham Radio is from ARRL (American Radio Relay League) in Newington Ct.…
To use the time lapse function of my Hi8 video recorder, I put out aframe at a time and push the "Next" on the camcorder. It helps if you have a good book to read, but it's cheap!
Refractions
Message #10025
Has anyone created refractions in 3DS, or the simulation of such? I'm looking to have objects to refract behind a fish tank. TNX Buck
Ham radio
Message #10024
Any ham radio operators into 3ds? For you non hams with a shortwave receiver, listen to 14.230 Mhz USB. Those funny tones are slow scan hi resolution color images being sent around the world between other hams. The come from all type of computers and video sources. TNX Buck.
Batch file
Message #10022
When I try to use the Render from a batch file my computer cold boots! I'm running QEMM386. I'm using 3DS r1.0. Any ideas? Another subject: Anyway to run another program while the rendering is going on? Do any of the multitasking programs work? TNX Buck
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