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#DPS PAR

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#81712From: John WilsonFeb 6, 1994 7:53 PM
Howdy! I was just reading a magazine that said you need the TBC to record to a VCR. That doesn't make much sense to me, as the card should be outputting composite video (sync included). I need a straight answer. I know I need a TBC to digitize video, but is it necessary to output animations from my computer to a VCR? (Or an NTSC monitor…) Second, I heard that I could get the entire package of Yost Group IPAS('s) for under $1000 — Any truth to that? Or is it just with the purchase of the DPS PAR? I appreciate your help!
#81835From: Feb 7, 1994 10:22 AM
John: >> reading a magazine that said you need the TBC to record to a VCR [with PAR] No way! The TBC is ONLY used for bring live animations in to the PAR from video, it is not even used if you have at TBC going out! (There aren't many time base errors (a tape artifact) from a digital medium! <g>) Greg Pyros
#81860From: Cal RodgersFeb 7, 1994 11:31 AM
Greg: Would you mind giving a brief review of the DPS/PAR's capabilities and availability? Does it require an IDE drive or can you use SCSI? Is the Targa/Vista or controller necessary? Thanks, Cal Rodgers
#82069From: Feb 7, 1994 10:58 PM
Cal: >> Capabilities? See your e-mail for a ZIP file on specs. >> availability? Hopefully this week! >> IDE or SCSI? IDE only, and only a few supported. It is recommended to get the PAR and drive together to avoid problems. >> Targa or Vista controller necessary? Nope, no frame buffer required! Greg Pyros
#81877From: John WilsonFeb 7, 1994 1:15 PM
Greg: That's what I thought–perhaps a letter to the editor is in order… whatever. Is the PAR shipping yet? How much is the entire package of Yost Group IPAS ('s)? –John