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John: >Experienced users keep telling me this. Since it must therefore be true I suspect I'll graduate to FAST VM at some point.< Seems I repeated my last comment on this subject in responding to this originally . All I can say is, even after having been on the phone…
John: >Experienced users keep telling me this. Since it must therefore be true I suspect I'll graduate to FAST VM at some point.< One word of caution about the VM, though–it ain't exactly user-friendly (as I'm finding out, having spent the whole week playing w/it!)… Best, Tim
Peter: Quoting you: > anyone know of a cheapish titler for windows – a couple in the Amiga section – must be something for windows somewhere! Quoting J. Sobernheim: >Have you tried your word-processor? If you can set your background color (page color) to black or whatever your screen border…
John: >For tape based editing nearly everyone is positive about ///FAST Video Machine. A/B roll. Everything you need except the decks. Lite version for $2500 MSRP. < One thing should be mentioned about the Video Machine Lite, though–it's not exactly "plug 'n' play" (as I'm finding out, having to write…
Lance: >Thanks for the advice, one of the things I plan to do when I buy components is to increase my hard drive to over a gig. They seem preety affordable now and the more I save the cheaper they get. < Okay–but keep in mind even w/Enhanced IDE, the…
Mike: >I tried the Creative TV Coder and I am pleased with the way it converts a PC signal to either composite or Y/C. I did not get any shimmering or jitteryness. The reds bled a little, but red is always a problem NTSC color and possibly some tweaking and…
>While there is probably good shareware do what you ask, I thought I'd just drop in a plug here for WinImages FX/Morph from Blackbelt systems. It is an awesome product at 10 times the price. The price, $99.95 retail.< Hmmm…that's okay for me, but I'd also like to convince other…
Paul: >What do I need to play avi files on my 486 dx2 66 and and can I find it on the library < You'll need Video for Windows Runtime–I'm not sure if it's in the libraries on this forum, but it should be available somewhere (maybe Multimedia forum?). If…
Lance: >Since I am just beginning to do this I would like some help setting up my system to edit video. It just seem a waste of computing power to use two VCR's. Basically I would like to know what basic hardware pieces to get to edit my work. I…
Chris: >Thanks for your help anyway. When I find the solution I'll let you know.< Thanks for the offer! I'd like to hear about it, Best, Tim
#.AVI -> .MOV converter?
Message #5342
I'd like to lay my hands on a shareware that will convert .AVI files to QuickTime .MOV files (so I can upload video clips as QT for both Windows and Mac). Seems to me somebody mentioned it once, but I lost the message.
Tom: >Can anyone help me set up Word 5.0 to do a side by side A/V Script format?< Don't know Word 5 offhand, but it occurs to me that Word/Mac has a "column" option on the toolbar. Try clicking on that and set it up for 2 columns, and if…
>If you've been watching the TV series "Sliders", you've been watching some of our WinImages software special effects… the same software we've been talking about here for a while now!< Congratulations! I love that show, and wondered which package they were using for the "slider tunnel" effects…
Bernard: >Will the FAST Movie Line Pro, or competive products do much more for me than the Intel/IBM card? The Fast come with a "special version" of Permiere.< If I can jump in here for a sec… The Fast Movie Line Pro, unlike the Smart Video Recorder Pro, was designed…
John: >VideoDirector sells for about $100. And has a suprising lot of capability.< Really? It's down that low? I thought the street price was still around $200–which is STILL a bargain, given what it's capable of… Best, Tim
John: > Do Video Capture Cards produce an AVI file which needs Video for Windows or do you get all the necessary software with the card?< Most video capture cards come w/Video for Windows or some other software which will play .AVI files (f'instance, Intel's Smart Video Recorder Pro comes…
Stan: >I am in the market for entry level editing controller for a Sony TR-700 Hi 8 camcorder. Would it be possible to get a copy of the book "Desk Top Video Handbook?".> Have you considered the Videonics "Thumbs Up"? It's pretty entry level (cuts only), but it's also cheap…
Chris: >What's going on on the screen will be shot while someone is speaking in front of it and possibly interacting with the computer, so it needs to be actual software running. I know you can adapt video cards to run at 24fps, but I don't know if you can…
Gracia: >2,500 is steep, but if it has a "educational' discount might fit into school budget..< Oh, I know it's ain't cheap, but it runs on most 486 PCs and *is* pretty much a soup-to-nuts solution. You might check w/Fast regarding an educational discount–their phone number's (415) 345-3400. >They were…
David: >I am going to replace my Amiga with an IBM compatible system for desktop video. My problem is, it is difficult for me to find info on what a similar system might be. Can anyone recommend a fully configured system to do titling, frame grabbing, and transtions for an…
Chris: >I'm looking for any information on display cards for the Mac and PC that will run the computer monitor at 24fps so it can be filmed in shots with dialogue. Any help would be greatly appreciated.< Don't know of any offhand, though I'm wondering if you couldn't just shoot…
Mike: >I was wondering if you knew anything about products called "Videobridge" and "TapeIt", both are internal cards for the PC and are made by a Co. called New Media Graphics. < Not a thing–sorry. If somebody else knows about these cards, OTOH, I'd love to hear more myself… Best,…
Gracia: Quoting Brian Santee: >If the card you are looking for is for editing. Fast Video machine is an all in one card for the PC or MAC.< I can also recommend it highly (at least, the Lite version) since I'm currently reviewing it. REAL tasty machine–a bit steep ($2,500…
Gracia: >My 13 yr old IBM buddy needs to know what is a good…inexpensive video card (& I would guess what else for an editing suite) for IBM. < First, are they looking for a complete nonlinear system (digitize video to hard disk, then edit it on the computer), or…
Chris: > It's not broken. I have two of them, and they behave the same way. Again, they work perfectly when using mini-plugs designed for mic use (attached to mics). The problem is one of connector standards.< Guess you'll just have to get shielded cables that use miniplugs, then… Hope…
Chris: > Nope.. the 'static' is definately due to the physical connection inside the mic jack. I've tried mics with 1/4" plugs adapted to mini-size, and also line-level signals with an attenuating adaptor: these should have no impedence problems with the mic jack (and there are none… it sounds perfectly…
John: >I have a P60 8mb ram 520hd. I am looking for a video editing system that will cost under $4,000. This can be LE,NLE or both. If I go with a LE system. I want to be able to upgrade to NLE. I have been looking strongly at the…
Jim: >Thanks for your note. Any information is better than what I currently have. I agree AVID is very expensive but they seem to be the leaders in this area. I would love to have their high end system but I cannot afford the price. Thanks again. My ultimate goal…
Paul: >Regarding the auctual camcorder audio jack, I plugged a lav with a mini pin directly into the camera and it worked great. Once I used any type of cord to extend, either the mike didn't work, or I got static again. Is there any way to make this work…
Chris: > I've run into the same problems with my TR-700's mic jacks. They work great with mic that already have mini plugs (i.e. these plugs were intended for mic use), but it seems like anything I try to plug in that has been adapted using a standard mono-mini connector…
James: >I am interested in buying the right equipment to produce: high quality, educational, training and development presentations on computer. Motion video, graphics, photographs, audio, special effects, etc.< What's your ultimate output–computer presentation or videotape? IMHO, the Avid systems, while VERY good, are also VERY expensive…you should consider your needs…
Paul: >I recently purchased a Sony TR-400, Hi8 camcorder,and I'm having trouble getting an external mike into it. The built in mike is fine for nat sound recording, but I'd like to use an external lav to mike for interviews (I want to shoot news-style documentaries). All of the mikes…
Bill: >That makes sense, Tim–especially inasmuch as LITE buyers can upgrade to the so called HEAVY version later if desired. In terms of straight editing, the LITE version has about all most folks want anyway–at least for linear editing purposes.< Well, that's the reasoning we're using at VIDEO, at any…
Steve: >Thanks, Tim, for taking so much time to smarten up a rube.< You're very welcome! Hey, we were ALL rubes once…at least, *I* was (and to some extent, still am)… 😉 Best, Tim
Gary: >I agree with you 100%. We have been after Sima to improve the video quality of all their editors. For under a buck, they could improve the signal quality but they won't redesign any units. Oh well, thats what happens when you don't design or manufacture anything, just import…
Bill: >Why did you choose the LITE version, Tim? We're very impressed with the additional editing features in the full model — and at only about $1200 more it seemed a far better buy. Was your budget that constrained, or did you find the additional features of little interest?< Actually,…
Gary: >Tim, I'll be theer Thursday afternoon too! I'll look for you, although I have no idea what you look like!< Well, if you see a *real* nondescript guy w/thinning brown hair and a potbelly in a T-shirt, that's me (and probably a couple hundred other guys ). Best, Tim
Jamal: >I have been using VM Lite for about 6 months and absolutely love it. < Thanks for all the info! Good to hear you're happy w/it, and what you've told me helps a great deal. Best, Tim
Gary: >You have to put your Joe consumer hat on when evaluating these type of products. What people want is to get rid of the crap footage – out of focus, feet, lens caps, etc. Frame accuracy isn't as important if the unit is easy to set up, use and…
Tom: >VHS and SVHS deck with Audio/Video insert and no cable VCR+ stuff? I'm looking for opinions…< Depends on what you'd like to do. Obviously, an S-VHS consumer deck w/flying erase heads & A/V dubbing capability is going to be cheaper (street price between $700 – $1,100) than an S-VHS…
#ACCESS Photo-interface
Message #5016
Steve: Well, howdy! Welcome aboard! If you don't get satisfaction here, you might also try the Desktop Publishing Forum and the Multimedia Forum… >What do you suggest for photo equipment and software to get a guy's picture into a form that I can save it in an Access database? Will…
>Another new member in your forum, we are looking for any information on how to produce anaglyph (Green/red glasses-) pictures for use in QT-movies for our next CD-ROM project. Am I completely wrong here?< Hmmm…I'm not certain, but I'm *sure* somebody can help you here. You might also try the…
Hank: >Or better yet, we can coordinate a trip. I'm planning on getting there Saturday.< Actually, I'm probably going to go Thursday–but thanks for offering! Best, Tim
Gary: >I am very happy to hear about this!! If I can be of any service please do not hesitate to call.< I won't! Thanks! BTW, I just finished reviewing the Sima FX-L Video Ed/It, and would be curious as to what responses you've gotten back on it. Frankly, I…
Lynn: >Tim, I have the full VM and it's great. Most of the setup should be the same.< Thanks! I'm looking forward to–er, reviewing it! Yeah, that's all I'm interested in–reviewing it… 😉 Best, Tim
.AVI->QT converter?
Message #4960
I've just moved over from a Mac to a Windows platform, and happen to have a *bunch* of .AVI files converted to QuickTime on my Mac ("courtesy" of VfW's QT converter, which frankly sucks since it doesn't create them as MOOV files…). I also have the original .AVI files for…
#VM Lite–Helpful Tips?
Message #4959
Hi! I just got a Fast Video Machine Lite to review for an upcoming issue of VIDEO (at last!!!), and I'd like to hear from anyone who's tried installing one into their Windows computers themselves what kind of hassles I can reasonably expect, how you overcame them, what types of…
Paul: >I've grown kinda fond of the 'shot through gauze' look.< I dunno–I kind of prefer the "dead, wrapped in platic" look myself… 😉 Best, Tim (who's been watching TOO much TWIN PEAKS on Bravo lately…)
Hank: >The Meadlowlands Convention Center is in New Jersey where the New York Giants and New York Jets play football, south of the George Washington Bridge off of the New Jersey Turnpike, about exit 14, or so.< Okay–but how do those of us from NYC get to the Meadowlands by…
Iain: >Nowadays, virtually all TVs and VCRs sold in France are dual standard – PAL *and* SECAM – but they are different from machines sold outside France, which don't bother with SECAM at all.< Thanks for clearing that up! BTW, doesn't a lot of (what used to be) Eastern Europe…
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