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#Low-Cost 3-D Digitizers?

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#107170From: Tom HelmersJun 11, 1994 5:25 PM
<< My definition of "low cost" means around $2,000. (There are a few of us out here without government contracts, rich relatives, or lottery jackpots!) >> I'm with you, bub! <S> What makes me cringe is when I see $_K, where it's so matter of fact that it'll be in the thousands, that they don't even bother with the hundreds. Makes my wallet cringe. That said, I do understand that the ESTABLISHED pros are capable of spending more money on the hardware than I am as a starting pro. This doesn't bother me so much as the thought that the industry might not care enough about the beginners to market entry level equipment at entry level cost. Pleeeeease tell me that there is entry level equipment. For instance, I cannot find prices on a TARGA board (or it's equivalent), except for the TARGA 2000, which apparently lists for around "$6K" (gak!!!). Any info would be appreciated very much.
#107206From: alec jasonJun 11, 1994 10:42 PM
I certainly do sympathize with your desire for low cost entry level equipment but, gosh, Tony, It's just me here. I'm not the God of Hardware, a distributor, or even a dealer. I'm an end user like you who wishes, hopes, and whines for all the great things we would like to have. I'm not sure what kind of Targa board you're looking for but there are much cheaper ones than the model 2000. There are also many used Targa boards popping up in this forum. Just post a message telling people what you want and you'll probably find several offers.
#107219From: Tom HelmersJun 12, 1994 12:25 AM
Alec, Yeah, I know you're "just an end user" like me, but you also seem to be very knowledgeable about things that I am just hitting, so I hope you don't mind if I ask some questions of you and others here. It's been a while since I've started into a completely different specialization in the computer world, so it's fun….while at the same time confusing as h*ell. Seriously, though…thanks for the reply. I'll keep an eye out for used Targas.
#107730From: Richard J. SmithJun 14, 1994 7:31 PM
Call 1-800-344-TRUE for dealers near you I am sure they will help you out with pricing.<G>
#107585From: James M. MurphyJun 14, 1994 2:35 AM
PMJI, Paul Kakert has a Used Targa + for sale. His CIS ID # is 73751,3241. If you have any trouble contacting Paul or are looking for additional used or Demo Equipment you can contact me Via E-Mail for other information. James M. Murphy
#107668From: alec jasonJun 14, 1994 2:03 PM
Thanks Jim, but I'm not looking for a Targa. I think someone else was . . . Alec Jason
#107739From: James M. MurphyJun 14, 1994 9:08 PM
Sorry Alec maybe it was whoever you were talking to. Well it's not my Targa anyway it's Pauls.<g> Murph'