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#Toaster Dealer

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#55414From: Anthony RamirezApr 22, 1993 4:33 PM
In order to use the EVO-9650 with the Toaster you only need to enter 2 commands in the Record section of LightWave (I am pretty sure). You will be able to record the anim to tape but that is all you can do. The $99 program they speak of will let you control ALL (or almost all) the funtions of the VTR from the computer. You will then be able to do things like digitize a section of video completely automated using the Toaster. Another program that will also work with the EVO-9650 is Transporter, which has LOTS of features and is used by people like Joe Conti, Allen Hastings, ect…With it you can also record anims from any other program that doesn't directly support SF-VTRs. You can get Transporter from Amazing Computers (813) 977-6511. Ask for Jeff. I am not sure on the price. <<< Tony D. Tracer >>>
#55455From: John GrossApr 23, 1993 2:18 AM
Actually Joe doesn't use Transporter anymore. We are currently using the Personal Single Frame controller without any problems. It's a great little program. JG
#55773From: Anthony RamirezApr 26, 1993 6:41 PM
>Actually Joe doesn't use Transporter anymore. Pity, I know Leo Martin the author of Transporter and he has worked really hard to have a working solution. I can't wait to see what you guys are going to come up with for Sea Quest. <<< Tony D. Tracer >>>
#55648From: Rodney MassmanApr 25, 1993 1:59 AM
Thanks. The EVO-9650 sounds pretty appealing, and now with the advent of the Toaster for the 4000 – makes me think it's time to unload the 2000. Gotta work up some figures today and see if it might be possible. I don't think it'd be a good idea though to spend the EVO money on a new computer/Toaster (A4000). But again, I wonder what the extent of the A4000/Toaster's animation features are. Wether I'd be able to get away with recording the anim straight out the 4000's port instead of single framing it. With everything changing so dramatically it's getting hard to tell which is the best way to go – single framing or recording on the fly. -Rodney Massman * On AutoPilot in Beantown, The Buckeye State *
#55689From: Wayne ColeApr 25, 1993 5:20 PM
Rodney, Take a good close count of slots before you unload anything. The Toaster covers Video, tow zorro and one PC/AT slot in the A4000, I've been told. SO that only leaves two slots to play with. wmc – via Autopilot!
#55709From: MICHAEL SMITHApr 25, 1993 8:42 PM
Really? You mean to tell me that when they "redesigned" the Toaster to fit in a 4000, they made it so it BLOCKED SLOTS- geez
#55734From: Wayne ColeApr 26, 1993 2:49 AM
I don't think it was re-designed. I believe the same hardware just has some chip upgrades. But remember. I didn't see the Toaster 4000 with the cover off. I'm goging gby what the AmigaMan dealer told me. wmc – via Autopilot!
#55822From: John GrossApr 27, 1993 2:46 AM
It was redesigned. JG
#55824From: john bennettApr 27, 1993 6:33 AM
Atleast some of the inputs are moveable for easy instalation into A3000 or A4000. Wonder if the same condition of slot starvation exsists on present A3000 systems? ….John
#55928From: Wayne ColeApr 28, 1993 3:00 AM
Dunno.. I called NT sales and spoke to Bob who said he would look into the slot thing and call me back. I'll probably give him a call back in a day or two. wmc – via Autopilot!
#55996From: John GrossApr 29, 1993 2:42 AM
It's not quite the same in a 3000 because the vide slot in a 3000 is on the top, while it is on the bottom in a 4000. JG