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SALES LEAD: PAR
Message #145303
I have received a lead which we cannot service. If any vendors can help this guy out, please do so and pay me what it's worth. Needs: DPS PAR Output board only. Delivery:Monday! DPS doesn't have stock to support this priority, so it will have to be someone with a…
Chain of Fools
Message #105128
Subject: Bicycle Chain/Gear Problem: Getting the chain to move around the gear without having to keyframe ourselves to death Solution: (please fill in the blank) Thanks for your help! Ken
ScreenSaver Info Needed
Message #96250
One of our multimedia clients has asked us to add in a screensaver. I don't have a clue what's involved in making one of these. Does anyone have experience at it? What sort of resources and time are involved? Thanks for help and ideas.
Need a Clunker 486
Message #90407
We need to purchase a used 486 computer. It will be used as a router. The requirements are very minimal: small harddrive, 8 meg RAM preferred, down n' dirty. We don't want to spend much on it, but we'll pay cash . If you have had one around for a…
QPEG
Message #88708
What can anyone tell me about this format? We've been asked to prepare an abstract of our capabilities to deal with this, but first we gotta know what in the heck it is. I've heard that it is a European standard, but need a LOT more info if it's available.…
#Color matching problem
Message #88048
OK, we just had a "not so nice experience" with some animation that was intended to marry with sequences created in Photostyler. It seems to us that the dial-in color values in that software and 3DS are not the same. (and I don't mean "just a bit off" either). Does…
BVW75 LLMVAS 3DS3 code
Message #87280
Would someone please confirm that the correct code to enter into the SET LLMVAS is SP. BVW75-using LyonLamb in 3DS. (First and maybe last time we'll be using this particular configuration, but not sure if the code is the same as what we used to use for Topas. The AG7750…
3ds 3d glasses
Message #85374
I think I heard somewhere that there's an off-the-shelf product that generates 3ds images/previews/etc. in a "3d" format that polarizing or red/green glasses can "see". What am I thinking of? Who markets it? What does it cost? Dealers: Got any spec sheets on this?
Sorry, John. out of swiss. Will you settle for Bagels and Lox? Thanks! Ken
Greg: The files are going to Topas for dropping to tape via LyonLamb serial interface. I know I should be using 3DS. It's a long story and isn't 3DS's fault. I assume everyone is reading this, too, so thanks all for your info on aspect ratios. There were some conflicting…
Aspect Ratio 512×482
Message #73691
We need to know the correct aspect ratio for a 512×482 TGA file in 3DS. We suspect that neither 1.0 nor 0.82 is correct, based on distortions when those files are brought into other programs like QFX or Topas. A CyberLunch to whoever can help! Thanks.
UPGRADING SALE
Message #73564
Our Good Fortune is Yours, Too! We have three AT-Vista boards: 2 used and 1 still in the box. Make an offer. Artist Graphics 24-bit Frame Buffer (4Meg VMX) Willow greyscale realtime capture. Make Offer. But wait! There's more! We also have: Diaquest Parallel System with Panasonic AG-7500 frame accurate…
SANYO + 3DS
Message #73563
We're looking for anyone who has direct experience with the new Sanyo deck (the one with the built-in frame controller) and 3DS. Please send e-mail or respond here. Thanks
Dealers in Columbia <g>
Message #51518
I need a list of the dealers (not the distributor) for Autodesk software in Columbia. Can someone help me? Ken Loss-CUtler
Model Search
Message #45528
We're looking for a model of a Blackhawk helicopter and a Cessna (specify model). Willing to pay. Please respond by private e-mail Ken Loss-Cutler Media of Exchange
I wouldn't mind you carrying a few boards around the library. In fact, I'll give you my Horizon board to go with them. Ken
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3DS Surfing
Message #42792
We had a Polar Bear club where I grew up in Atlantic City. Those guys were NUTS! They would get out in the Atlantic Ocean when most folks couldn't even get out on the beach. And this was before wetsuits. Most of them seemed to be older men. I'm not…
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#LYON/LAMB PC VAS & OTHER
Message #42791
Lyon Lamb is not out of business. Yet. I am particularly frustrated with a current situation and think that it is appropriate to share it with those on this list. We purchased a MiniVAS about six years ago. We have had our share of problems with it over the years…
Gary: We're not talking "slight color changes here", old friend . We are going to send you an example so you can see it. Thanks for your help. Regards- Ken and Brian
Roger the 0000 . Re: The FLI file. We were attempting to rotoscope a FLI file onto a polygon in another animation. The color pallette wouldn't "stay put". Please see our other message today for more details on this and related problems. Regards- Ken and Brian
Gary: The sequences are numbered correctly (beginning with x0001.tga) I think. So what's happening? When we use the fli file, of course, we just designate the .fli . Is this not how it should work? Regards- Ken and Brian
#Color Pallette Problem
Message #38317
We're having a persistent problem here and would like some help and advise. When we view an image in 3DS it looks fine. But when we put the image on the background and render it, the colors have changed. There does not seem to be a method to why the…
#Possible Bug 2.01 (a)
Message #37646
We would like to report a possible bug in 3DS 2.01A . We have confirmed that this bug (if it is) does not exist in 2.0 but it might be in 2.01 as well. Please check your version's performance and let's find out. BUG: No wildcard rotoscopeing capabilities. Cannot use…
I suppose the best thing you might do in your current situation is to find someone in your area who is working in 3DS and join together for the good of both. Successful companies have started with much poorer motives than getting your hands on a great animation program! Check…
Peter: I'm hoping that you are not totally innundated with comments concerning your conception of 3DS's pricetag as "astronomicly high". Suffice it to say that we spent over $11,000 on Topas and upgrades and still use 3DS for most of our work. It may be a bitter pill for you,…
If you can get online at a University or something, you can do an anonymous ftp to siggraph.org . They have quite a bit online there and you can probably also find a file that will give you info on obtaining past papers, etc. Hope it helps. Ken Loss-Cutler
Thanks, Greg. Can you give me an account number for Dave Hawkins? The AV-Video sequence that we created for MTV's spot on the Church of the Subgenius (That's Bob, praise him, in the saucer) was done back in mid 1991, before we had 3DS in our posession. Imagine what we…
#Bouncing Baby Boy
Message #36368
We are in need of a 3DS model of a male child, approximately 3 1/2 years old, height about 3'10" with proportionate weight. Model must have capability to bend at major joints (finger and toe joints do not have to be moveable). This is a solicitation for paid work! Please…
I assume that you keep all your project files. We have all our script files back to 1988. Believe it: there are times that we pull stuff up and reuse it; usually not even for the same client. As for the fli files, don't go to any major lengths; it…
Greg: Congratulations. This is a very important credit and you have every reason to be proud! We'll be sure to watch it here in Dallas. How about uploading a short fli file? Ken Loss-Cutler
One of the amazing things about 3DS is how its "accessibility" encourages dialogues like these. Real hands-on personal enhancement is now a reality for the enduser. Pretty exciting, I think . Thanks for your ideas. Ken Loss-Cutler
BTW, Martin, how about adding your wishlist of features here so we can begin to gel a sense of what it needs to do. Ken
Great, Martin. Keep in touch with the group here and we'll see what develops! Ken
#Batchfiling Investors
Message #31964
I would like to explore an idea with the Forum group. A few of us have indicated that we have a need for a executeable routine that would: 1. permit remote execution of 3DS projects 2. permit "renderfarm"-type applications where multiple machines are brought to bear on a rendering project…
Disk 3 : MultiMedia Effects Timothy Leary – Requires Soundblaster interface to 3DS David Louria – Directly imports Dolphin sounds and translates them into .dxf files (let's give this one to Schrieber in Colorado) John Cage – Permits output of any of the effects in Disks 1 and 2 into…
Yes, Greg, doing renderings without Video Post would be find! What do you think can be done? Ken
OK, Greg. I "get" that I'm not the only one who has had this problem. Now, I'd like to hear both a precise description of what we are experiencing and some suggested solutions either from Yost Group or other endusers. Surely, since there are obviously a few of us who…
If I could write in IPAS Imagine what I'd do… Dali's Clocks would really drip and puddle on my shoe Escher's Birds could turn to fish exploding as they did While sensual forms would turn and twist As I explored my Id So Jack Powell, T. Hud, James Hyde and…
#Running 3DS Batchfiles
Message #31622
OK. We have a question about running a batchfile from a remote system. We have created a file which sucessfully loads and runs a render process on Machine A. Machine B is Lantastic-ed to Machine A. When we CD to A: from B: and run the file, 3DS loads but…
never mind…. Ken
Bruce: Either I am mis-reading the alpha split procedure for Topas 4.0, or they really have their heads up their algorithms. What does the alpha layoff "look like"? Is it white on black or what? Ken Loss-Cutler
Gary: Actually, most of the people I know who are using 3DS in Dallas are conversant with the Alpha Split scheme AND USE IT. Most of the edit suites I am familiar with welcome the mattes as a failsafe against bad luminence keys. We make it standard practice to qualify…
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VTR JITTERS
Message #31196
Mike: My only experience is with a BVW-75. There is an f1-f2 switch which, when improperly set, creates the identical problem you mention. The switch is intended to force the field that the frame begins the edit on when a frame lays down. Is there an equivilent on a 7750?…
Thanks a bunch (!) Jamie for your observations on the LVR-5000. Am I correct in inferring that the 3000 lacks dropout compensation? You mention that the 5000 has a RS-422 port, but then mention online-suite interface as a problem. Please expalin more fully. I am going to call LyonLamb on…
Gregory: Hi! The aircraft accident settled last week, 24 hours before closing arguments after 2 weeks in trial. The settlement amount is "classified", but was in multiple millions. The First Chair sent out a letter to the firm, desciribing our graphics as "remarkable", so I guess we helped . Brian…
Richard Sher, are you there??? Is Bruce right that you purchased at LVR-3000 recently? Bruce: thanks for the feedback. As you know, most of our work is for attorneys these days, and they would be fine with S-VHS output. Our occasional corporate clients who require BetaSP can be serviced with…
Gregory: Thanks for the recommendation. It puts us a step closer, for sure. You will not be able to match the offer we have on the deck (it is tied in with another company whose owner is a partner in my venture) but thanks for asking . You are right…
Sony Laserdisk Recording
Message #29886
We have an opportunity to sell our Beta-SP BVW75 for a good price to a post house and suddenly find ourselves wanted to evaluate alternatives at the same (or better) quality level. I have heard that Sony has released a laserdisk recorder (I think it is called the LVM-3000) in…
Thanks for your advise, Peter. Please read Gary Yost's earlier comment in this thread to discover (as I did) that there are significant differences between AutoCAD and 3DS in how DXF files are read. Ken
Thanks, Gary. We will find a AutoCAD workstation and run the Microstation files thru it. Ken
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