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PCMCIA Video Caputre bd

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#2631From: David HoganFeb 5, 1995 12:39 AM
I've seen a PCMCIA video capture card advertised in several PC magazines. Beyond that I don't know anything about it. As an aside, does anyone have any idea when notebook makers will start to incorporate higher end graphics/video as an option (other than the Toshiba)? Speaking of the Toshiba, is video support built in or does it use an add-on card? I seem to recall it using the Mambo (sic?). The reason I ask, is I am interested in modifying an old NEC laptop w. SINGLE EISA slot by adding the Mambo. Is it possible to do this? How would you deliver the video to to screen, since (I assume) the graphics is built into the motherboard? Or is the Toshiba customized for this? Forgive my ignorance if this is a ridiculous question, as I'm not a techie. Also, does anyone have any info on the Mambo (sic again) card?
#3149From: Stewart WaltonFeb 24, 1995 2:00 AM
Hi Dave I think we've talked before, because I seem to remember the question about adapting th Mambo card to another computer. We manufacture the Mambo card, which is designed specifically for the Toshiba T6600 and T6400 computers. They are unique in that they designed in a port to their LCD panel, which allows video to go directly to the screen. No ISA bottleneck. I wouldn't want to try to customize it; it's a formidable task. I'd be glad to send you info on the Mambo and DVI in general. Stewart Walton 619-930-0471 fax 619-431-5752