#Imagine HAM8?
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Does anyone know if it is possible to get Imagine to use the new HAM8 mode?
Jon
It says in the November 1992 AW issue, that Impulse plans a free upgrade
for any registered Imagine 2.0 owner with an AA-chip machine. Obviously,
3.0 will support AGA.
Vance
Jonathon—>>>
That is probably going to be in Imagine 3.0.HAM8 support that
is.For now you'll have to render 24 bit then use IM or Adpro to convert in
to Ham8 and compile into an anim
Another member just told me here that he saw that there will be a Free
upgrade for 2.0 owners to support AGA machines. He said that he saw it in
the Nov. AW. I'll have to give them a call perhaps…
Jon
Yup,I just readthat too about a supposed FREE upgrade for AGA owners of
Imagine 2.0……Good luck matey.
In response to the numerous questions about the AGA upgrade: Once Impulse
completes work on the PC version of Imagine, it will immediately work to
release version 3.0 for the Amiga. This version will include AGA support.
Impulse apologizes for misunderstandings created by the blurb in Amiga
World. –Rick Rodriguez
Behold, are you truly an Impulse representative that regularly reads this
forum? Sorry for the sarcasm but many questions have gone unanswered. Many
wonder as to any improvements and bug fixes needed in Imagine 3.0, such as
correction of the fog/transparent objects and brushmap backgrounds bug. I
am also wondering if anything is happening with the rendering engine
itself. Please Comment
Bill, I truly am Impulse's authorized CIS representative. Unfortunately,
as I am in Miami and Impulse is in Minneapolis, I often have to read
questions like yours and relate them to Mike Halvorson et. al. before I
can provide an intelligent answer.
There is no "bug" in the use of backgrounds and transparent objects.
Sure, transparent objects become opaque in front of backgrounds, but that's
because backgrounds were a last minute addition to the software. The
new release will deal with this.
I am not able to comment on any changes to the rendering engine at this
time. Stay tuned.
–Rick Rodriguez
Thanx for the info on Imagine/AGA Rick.Hope you get yer Biz back in order
and release some more Imagine Tutorial Video Tapes.You might also contact
the Video Magazine "Videographix Today"(formerly Toast and Coffee) about
doing some Tutorials/Tips on Imagine for their Video Based Magazine.
Midgard Graphics,718-714-1423
Thanks for the tip, Peter. –Rick
No problem Rick.I enjoyed yer first tape and have been anxiuosly awaitng
more.
" In response to the numerous questions about the AGA upgrade: Once
Impulse
completes work on the PC version of Imagine,"
Hello Caligari!
There's plenty of room in the Amiga universe for Imagine, Caligari,
Lightwave, Aladdin, etc. etc. What I love about this platform and miss
terribly when I use the PC is how I can jump around and use the various
strengths of each of the aforementioned products. I don't know about you,
but I'm looking forward to using Real 3d 2.0! But don't give up on Impulse
and Imagine just yet! –Rick Rodriguez
" There's plenty of room in the Amiga universe for Imagine, Caligari,.."
I think that's a myth. A company may be going into the PC market because
they are feeling "the squeeze" in the Amiga market. Besides having fewer
users, the Amiga market is more competitive when it comes to graphics. By
moving to the PC market, they can expand their income, and not have to
really worry about improving their product.
-Chris
Chris, think what you will, but the cardinal rule of business is constant
product development. The short term benefits of shipping a product for
another platform are far outweighed by the damage of relying on an obsolete
or inferior one. Yes, there is tremendous competition on the Amiga. But
on the PC, you have 3D Studio, Topas and several other heavyweights.
Impulse's goal is to bring those guys down to earth and make some money as
well. That will allow the company to continue to develop the best, most
COST-EFFECTIVE software it can. We all benefit. –Rick Rodriguez
I Don't recommend Caligari over Imagine Chris.You'll be VERY unhappy I
believe.
Peter, I was thinking of getting the new Caligari24. With is's support of
the A4000 I thought it would be the way to go. I'd like to hear what you
have to say comparing Imagine to Caligari24. I also have my eye on Alidin4D
and Playmation. Any information/opinions you can share would be greatly
appreciated!
Thank you,
Steven Walters –70524,634
Well in all Honesty I DON'T have Caligari24 but if it's ANYTHING like my
Caligari Broadcast Run don't Walk away from it.Alladin 4D is getting Great
Reviews except for it's modeler but if you get the Shareware prg Vertex
that will solve the Modeler Deficiency problem.If you are in Brooklyn Area
I'd be happy to demo a few of the packages for you.
Peter,
Doesn't Vertex refuse to run on an accelerator? Or do I have that
wrong?
Karl
I've used Vertex on my A3000T with no functional problems at all.
Vance
You must have that wrong dude Cuz Vertex Works fine in all my machines
including an A3000 and a Souped up A500 with a ICD Adspeed Acclerator in
it.
Steve,
I have both Imagine and Aladdin4D. All things considered, I prefer
Imagine. When I first started using it, I kicked, screamed and nearly went
through roof. Slowly, I was able to get the hang of it. Either of these
packages would be good. Caligari never did much for me. I liked the feel
of Real3D but overall it wasn't as complete as Imagine. I'm keeping my
eyes out for the next version though, if it's all it's cracked up to be,
it's gonna be a real winner.
-Richard
Peter,
Would you care to name some alternatives? I am open to suggestions at
this point. I know there has been alot of talk about Aladin lately.
-Chris
Sorry Chris,I forgot the thread of the Convo.Would I care to suggest an
alternative to WHAT?If you mean aan Alternative to Imagine,Alladin sounds
like a good way to go.REAL 3D's Demo left me unimpressed and Caligari
which I have I HATE.