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#video playback capture

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#162117From: Ed RochelleApr 1, 1995 11:01 AM
I need to be able to capture and digitize images from a video in source(ntsc). I don't need to have the ability to capture 'live' video. I also need the ability to output my .gif or .flc files to video tape (ntsc). I had been using the Magni VGA Prducer for the export and Computer Eyes for the import until I upgraded to a Pentium and found out that they were not compatable. I have heard of a product called "Studio Magic" that seem to claim that they will serve the purpose I am looking for and all on one card. Does anyone have any experience with thsi product or any type of product like it? I would like to be able to input and output in either regular or S-VHS. Any feedback would be appreciated… Ed…Vivid Images
#162251From: Robert C. RitgerApr 2, 1995 12:59 AM
Ed: The combo I use for laying animations to video tape and for capturing video is the DPS PAR board with the TBCIV capture board. The combo requires a dedicated hard drive. There is a thread in the library which contains a debate about this card and the MAX system from Matrox. Another entry into this category is the MARS board which offers slightly less resolution but has a more attractive price tag. The specs and description for this board is also in the library I believe. Bob
#162660From: Ed RochelleApr 3, 1995 11:03 PM
Thanks for the info. I'm off to check out the lib. Ed..
#162366From: Robert PattersonApr 2, 1995 9:19 PM
I have been using a Magni VGA Producer Pro but it will only work with 8-Bit output. Any Program that requires truecolor (i.e., 15, 16, or 24-bit) will not work. I only get trash on the Television Monitor. Do you have the same problem. How do I get 24-bit Color out to the NTSC monitor. I have had this problem with several video cards.
#162658From: Ed RochelleApr 3, 1995 11:02 PM
I have been using the Magni VGA Producer(not Pro) for over 5 years with a 386 system and have had no problems with the limited use I have put it to. My problem comes up when I find out that it will not fit/work in my new system. Hence the need to find a new board… Ed…