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Tuesday, February 14, 2012

Sony Media Specials


Limited stock available!

Code
Description Min Order Qty
Price Ex GST
Pro Media
SBS32G1A   SxS-1, 32GB Card 1 $523.00
SBS64G1A SxS-1, 64GB Card 1 $867.00
SBP32  SxS PRO, 32GB Card 1 $989.00
PFD23A Professional Disc, 23GB 50 $25.00
BCT40HD HDCAM Hi-Definition 20 $40.00
HDM63VG Pro HDV Tape 20 $8.00
PDVM32N DVCAM Tape 32 min 20 $12.00
PDVM41N DVCAM Tape 40 min 20 $17.00
PDV124N DVCAM Tape 124 min 20 $29.00
BCT-D124LE Digi Beta video cassette 10 $65.00
BCT30MAS Betacam SP (metal) 20 $8.00
BCT124SXLA Betacam SX (Digital) 10 $29.00
Consumer Media
50DMR47S3 50pk DVD-R Spindle  6 $12.00
50DPR47S3 50pk DVD+R Spindle  6 $12.00
50DPR47SP3 50pk DVD-R Spindle, IJ Printable 6 $12.00
10DMW47S2SP 10pk DVD-RW Spindle  10 $9.00
25CDQ80C 25pk CDR Spindle 12 $8.00
10CDQ80S1SP 25pk CDR Spindle 30 $4.00
Storage Media
LTX1500G LTO5 tape 10 $86.00
SDX135C AIT 1 Tape 1 $69.00
SDX250C AIT 2 Tape 10 $77.00
SDX3100C AIT 3 Tape 10 $79.00
SDX3X150C AIT 3X Tape 10 $82.00
TAIT140N AIT Turbo 1 Tape 7 $29.00
TAIT280N AIT Turbo 2 Tape 10 $53.00
Monday, February 13, 2012

The Best, Even Better: Gemini 4:4:4 and ARRIRAW


After months of development, Convergent Design plans to ship next week (to ARRI) a test Gemini with ARRIRAW firmware. While ARRI has already certified a single Raw frame captured from our Alexa and Gemini 4:4:4, full ARRIRAW Certification is expected before the end of February.

The Gemini ARRIRAW combination represents a 75% cost savings over existing solutions, at identical quality! Additionally, the Gemini solution offers full-raster (1920 x 1080) debayered output, a built-in LCD screen for viewing video and substantially lower power, weight and size.

This will be available through from DVT as a paid firmware upgrade.
Monday, February 13, 2012

Gemini 4:4:4 New Firmware Release


Convergent Design announces the release of 1.0.594. We have rigorously tested this firmware and it is released ready for production use. Features include:

Two Channels of Embedded HD-SDI Audio

Greatly Enhanced Playback Control
Select one or more files for playback and/or looping based on the following metadata

  • Clip Number
  • Scene Number
  • Take Number
  • Date of Year (when the clip was recorded)
  • Start of Clip Time of Day
  • Start of Clip Timecode
  • Shooting Day
  • (Unless Play All is selected, the Last Clip Recorded is automatically selected so that “Play Last Clip” is easily accomplished)

Slate Metadata

  • Reel Number Alphanumeric
  • Scene Number Alphanumeric
  • Take Number Numeric
  • (Automatically increments for each new recording,
  • and automatically resets to 001 when the Scene Number is changed)
  • Camera Number Alphanumeric
  • Project Name Alphanumeric
  • Shooting Day Number Numeric
  • (Gemini 4:4:4 records the Clip Number, the Date, and the time for each Clip)
  • Trigger on Incrementing Timecode (if the timecode is embedded on HD-SDI)
  • Triggering on LTC timecode is not implemented at this time. Also, corrects a timecode duplication problem.


LTC Timecode Input via the Remote Control Connector
Please note that a Timecode Input cable for LTC input will be needed and the nanoFlash cables will not work.

Compatibility with CineFlex Cameras (with early firmware)

LCD Screen Flip
This does not flip the image that is recorded, as this is to allow more mounting positions for the Gemini 4:4:4.

Brightness Control
Ability to control the brightness of the LCD and LED’s.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012

Atomos Samurai and Ninja Updates Released


Continuing to improve the functionality and feature set of the Ninja and Samurai recorders is a major priority for the Atomos Team. Details of new features and updates are here.

Samurai new features:

  • Serial remote control and monitoring of Samurai recording functions via LANC interface. This is in addition to the existing LANC function. Contact support for serial remote control specification and documentation.
  • Added touchscreen locking. Use the power button to enable and disable touchscreen locking.
  • Improved handling of SDI inputs with glitches/jitter/other instabilities. This addresses problems with green/blue/pink video in recordings.
  • SDI start/stop flag record triggering. Added a control to configure SDI start/stop flag triggering for cameras that support SDI start/stop flags. For cameras that do not support SDI start/stop flags or to prevent false triggering use this control to disable this function.
Ninja new features:
  • Record indicators added to the monitor page - 'Rec' icon plus horizontal red lines on the top and bottom of the monitor indicate that the unit is recording.
  • New file picker - the scene/shot/take picker has been replaced by a file browser. The unit will stay in playback mode when a HDD/SSD is removed.
  • Fixed incorrect drop frame timecode indication during playback for 1080p movies.
  • Fixed incorrect 60fps drop frame timecode indication.

Tuesday, February 7, 2012

Sony PMW-320K / PMW-350K Trade-In Promotion


We are pleased to announce two great trade-in offers on the Sony PMW-320K and Sony PMW-350K XDCAM EX Camcorders.

Cameras ordered during the period Feb 7th – March 31st, 2012 are eligible for a trade-in on any 3-chip professional video camera.

  • Buy a PMW-320K, get $3,200 Ex GST trade-in.
  • Buy a PMW-350K, get $3,800 Ex GST trade-in + bonus CBK-DV01 SD Record/Playback option at no extra cost (valued at $1,280 EX GST).

This is an ideal opportunity for you to “bring out your dead” and move them up to a new XDCAM EX shoulder-mount camcorder.

Terms & Conditions:

  • This trade-in offer is not available in conjunction with any other offer.
  • This trade-in offer is valid for cameras ordered from DVT from 7th February 2012 to 31st March 2012.
  • Traded-in cameras must be handed over to DVT before a claim will be processed.
  • The eligibility of a camera to be traded-in remains at Sony’s discretion. If in doubt, please check with us. 



Thursday, September 15, 2011

Blackmagic Design Announces a New Range of Super Heavy Duty Mini Converters


IBC 2011, Amsterdam, The Netherlands - September 9, 2011 - Blackmagic Design today announced a new family of super heavy duty Mini Converters that feature a unique design that’s machined from a solid block of aluminum for amazing strength, as well as for protecting connectors. Heavy duty mini converters also include innovative features and technologies such as 3 Gb/s SDI.

Unlike traditional converters which are designed using standard metal boxes for indoor use, Blackmagic Design’s new heavy duty mini converters have been totally redesigned using techniques taken from military products to allow for super strength, and are better suited for live production environments. Each converter is machined from a solid block of aluminum, and is able to withstand amazing crushing forces such as if accidentally run over by a car or truck.

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Thursday, September 15, 2011

Blackmagic Design Announces SmartView HD

IBC 2011, Amsterdam, The Netherlands - September 9, 2011 - Blackmagic Design today announced SmartView HD, a new full resolution HD rack monitor with a large 17 inch LCD screen, 3 Gb/s SDI video inputs and centralized network based control to allow easy color matching when used in multi monitor installations.

SmartView HD features a large 17 inch LCD screen in a compact 6 rack unit design that's less than an inch thick. SmartView HD handles SD, HD and 3 Gb/s SDI video standards, and all screens can be remotely adjusted via your Ethernet network, so setup is much simpler when users need to color match all the monitors in a large video wall setup. SmartView HD can be installed into equipment racks for local monitoring in post production, for multi-monitor video walls in master control rooms or for camera monitoring for production switchers! Because SmartView HD is affordable, and supports SDI video standards in SD, HD and even 2K, it’s the perfect solution to install anywhere customers need more monitoring.

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Thursday, September 15, 2011

AJA Announces UDC Up/Down/Cross Mini-Converter at IBC 2011

Cost-Efficient, Compact UDC Converts Between SD, HD and 3G Formats to Support Professional Video Workflows.

Amsterdam, Netherlands, IBC Conference Stand 7.F11 (September 9, 2011)--AJA Video Systems today introduced UDC, a broadcast quality Up/Down/Cross-Conversion Mini-Converter which can convert between SD, HD and 3G video formats.

Leveraging AJA’s industry-leading conversion technology, the UDC provides very high quality conversions in a small and cost effective package. I/Os include SD/HD, 3G SDI input and output, HDMI output and two-channel RCA style audio output. The UDC also supports eight-channel embedded audio. The UDC can be configured through built-in dipswitches, and AJA’s MiniConfig software via the UDC’s USB connection.

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Thursday, September 15, 2011

AJA Ki Pro Mini To Support Avid DNxHD Video Codec


AJA’s Highly Portable 10-bit 4:2:2 Flash Disk Recorder to Enable Lens to Post Solution for Avid Edit Workflows

Amsterdam, Netherlands, IBC Conference Stand 7.F11 (September 9, 2011)--AJA Video Systems streamlined lens to post workflows with the introduction of its Ki Pro family of portable video recorders. The newest product in that family, Ki Pro Mini has been in high demand, facilitating direct camera-to-edit workflows that eliminate the time consuming video encode step. AJA is working jointly with Avid(R) to build support for the Avid DNxHD(R) video codec into Ki Pro Mini, enabling further production efficiencies to Avid Media Co.
Tuesday, August 30, 2011

Blackmagic UltraStudio 3D with Thunderbolt Now Shipping


Blackmagic Design Announces UltraStudio 3D With Thunderbolt Technology™ Is Now Shipping.

World's first video product with Thunderbolt™ technology allows portable capture and playback with dual link 3 Gb/s SDI, HDMI 1.4a and analog video, 10 bit video and dual stream 3D!

Milpitas CA - August 29, 2011 - Blackmagic Design today announced the world's first video product with Thunderbolt technology. UltraStudio 3D which allows portable capture and playback with full resolution dual stream 3D support, 10 bit hardware architecture, dual link 3 Gb/s SDI, support for up to 1080p60 in SDI and component analog and HDMI 1.4a connections, as well as full SD, HD and 2K support, is now shipping
Monday, February 20, 2012

HP new all in one workstation

HP has unveiled the world’s first all-in-one workstation with a 27-inch diagonal display. Designed like no other, the display of the new HP Z1 Workstation snaps open so you can easily swap out parts and make upgrades without any tools required

The HP Z1 combines a sleek industrial design with accelerated performance, featuring Intel Xeon processors, NVIDIA Quadro graphics, support for more than 1 billion colors, and HP’s world-class reliability.

Built for computer-aided design, digital media, and entertainment professionals, the HP Z1 provides blazingly fast rendering and performance. It offers a full range of workstation-class graphics cards and processors, and is thoroughly tested and certified to work with today’s leading industry applications.

Whether it’s an engineer creating 3D components, an architect designing buildings, or a videographer editing event footage, the HP Z1 gives creative professionals the power they need to bring ideas to life faster.

“The revolutionary HP Z1 sets a new industry standard for workstation design, performance, and serviceability,” said Jim Zafarana, vice president and general manager, Commercial Solutions. “With its game-changing design and an experience that optimizes visual and computing performance, the HP Z1 will help attract new customers and expand our market leadership.”

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Friday, February 17, 2012

Apple Releases OS X Mountain Lion Developer Preview


Today, Apple released a developer preview of OS X Mountain Lion, the ninth major release of the world's most advanced operating system.

Mountain Lion brings popular apps and features from iPad to the Mac and accelerates the pace of OS X innovation. Mac users will be able to upgrade to Mountain Lion from the Mac App Store in late winter 2012 (southern hemisphere).
Friday, February 17, 2012

Matrox support Apple Final Cut Pro X 10.0.3 Broadcast Monitoring


Beta release 3.0.1 for Matrox MXO2 I/O devices and the new Matrox Mojito MAX card is now available on our user forum. This software update adds broadcast monitoring support with the recent Final Cut Pro X 10.0.3 update. Broadcast monitoring in Final Cut Pro X 10.0.3 allows video and audio output to a variety of external monitors and other equipment using the SDI, HDMI or analog video outputs from Matrox products.

Beta release 3.0.1 also provides support for Apple Compressor 4 with all MAX-enabled Matrox MXO2 devices and the Mojito MAX card.
Friday, February 17, 2012

AJA Ki Pro V3.0 Firmware update


AJA are very happy to announce that the Ki Pro V3.0 firmware is now available for download from the AJA website!  This is a very important release for both the Ki Pro and the Ki Pro Mini with many new features and improved performance. I strongly suggest that you take a look at this release and urge clients to upgrade their current units.

New for Ki Pro
  • LANC Support 
  • RS-422 functionality increased 
  • ExpressCard/34 support added 
  • FireWire 800 port enabled 
  • FireWire 400 port enabled
New for both Ki Pro and Ki Pro Mini
  • File transfer over Ethernet 
  • Continuing to record during a loss of video 
  • Playlist creation feature added to web UI 
  • Presets can be created, saved and recalled 
  • New and improved UI designs for the web and iPhone

Tuesday, February 14, 2012

AJA IO XT Now In Stock

Just a quick message to let you know that the AJA Io XT Thunderbolt I/O is now in stock. Designed to be tough, reliable, portable and designed for today’s workflows, Io XT provides complete compatibility with the most popular NLE programs, the newest codecs, video formats, stereoscopic 3D workflows, and more.

Featuring:
  • 2 x Thunderbolt ports (supports multiple Thunderbolt-enabled device "daisy-chaining").
  • 2 x 3G/HD/SD-SDI inputs and outputs.
  • Single link SDI 4:2:2 support.
  • Dual-link SDI 4:4:4 support.
  • Single link 4:4:4 support (3G).
  • HDMI input and output (with support for HDMI 1.4a 3D displays).
  • Analog component/composite HD/SD output, 10-bit.
  • Video Up, Down, and Cross conversion (hardware-based, 10-bit).
  • 8-channel embedded SDI audio I/O.
  • 8-channel balanced analog audio output (using a DB-25 type cable).
  • Front panel LED VU meters.
  • Headphone output w/level control.
  • Reference In/LTC In (selectable).
  • LTC output & RS-422.

Tuesday, February 14, 2012

Sony Media Specials


Limited stock available!

Code
Description Min Order Qty
Price Ex GST
Pro Media
SBS32G1A   SxS-1, 32GB Card 1 $523.00
SBS64G1A SxS-1, 64GB Card 1 $867.00
SBP32  SxS PRO, 32GB Card 1 $989.00
PFD23A Professional Disc, 23GB 50 $25.00
BCT40HD HDCAM Hi-Definition 20 $40.00
HDM63VG Pro HDV Tape 20 $8.00
PDVM32N DVCAM Tape 32 min 20 $12.00
PDVM41N DVCAM Tape 40 min 20 $17.00
PDV124N DVCAM Tape 124 min 20 $29.00
BCT-D124LE Digi Beta video cassette 10 $65.00
BCT30MAS Betacam SP (metal) 20 $8.00
BCT124SXLA Betacam SX (Digital) 10 $29.00
Consumer Media
50DMR47S3 50pk DVD-R Spindle  6 $12.00
50DPR47S3 50pk DVD+R Spindle  6 $12.00
50DPR47SP3 50pk DVD-R Spindle, IJ Printable 6 $12.00
10DMW47S2SP 10pk DVD-RW Spindle  10 $9.00
25CDQ80C 25pk CDR Spindle 12 $8.00
10CDQ80S1SP 25pk CDR Spindle 30 $4.00
Storage Media
LTX1500G LTO5 tape 10 $86.00
SDX135C AIT 1 Tape 1 $69.00
SDX250C AIT 2 Tape 10 $77.00
SDX3100C AIT 3 Tape 10 $79.00
SDX3X150C AIT 3X Tape 10 $82.00
TAIT140N AIT Turbo 1 Tape 7 $29.00
TAIT280N AIT Turbo 2 Tape 10 $53.00
Monday, February 6, 2012

Matrox Announces Upcoming Public Beta Release for Apple Final Cut Pro X


Matrox will provide an open public beta for Apple Final Cut Pro X v10.0.3. One of the many new and exciting features of Final Cut Pro X update is the ability to use professional monitors.

This release will allow Matrox I/O products; PCIe cards, ExpressCard/34 or Thunderbolt I/O devices broadcast quality output to a variety of monitors; SDI, Analog Component or HDMI monitors while editing with Apple Final Cut Pro X. The unique Matrox HDMI calibration utility ensures the display of colors for projects with the highest fidelity possible on an HDMI monitor.

Matrox beta release 3.0.1 supports Apple Final Cut Pro X for Matrox MXO2 Family and Matrox Mojito MAX.

Drivers will be available on the Matrox user forum the week of February 13.

Best Regards,
Matrox Video Products Group
Wednesday, February 1, 2012

Blackmagic Design Releases Support For Final Cut Pro X 10.0.3 Broadcast Monitoring


Fremont, USA - February 1, 2012 - Blackmagic Design today released Desktop Video 9.2 beta 1, a software update for its capture and playback products that adds broadcast monitoring support with the new Final Cut Pro X 10.0.3 update.

Desktop Video 9.2 beta 1 for Mac OS X is available for download now and is free of charge for all Blackmagic Design customers. This update includes support for all current DeckLink, Multibridge, Intensity and UltraStudio models.

Broadcast monitoring in Final Cut Pro 10.0.3 allows video output to external monitors and other equipment using the SDI, HDMI or analog video outputs from Blackmagic Design video hardware.

Desktop Video 9.2 beta 1 includes a new control panel for selecting the video output format from Final Cut Pro X for output to devices such as broadcast quality monitors, HDTVs and projectors, so you can see exactly what your master will look like in television colorspace.

Desktop Video 9.2 beta 1 also includes Media Express 3.1 beta. Media Express provides capture, logging and management of video files to Final Cut Pro X compatible formats including ProRes and uncompressed video. Media Express features timecode accurate video capture from professional VTRs with RS-422 control, the ability to log additional metadata and to create custom bins for managing all project video media.

Final Cut Pro X 10.0.3 includes XML 1.1 for exporting primary color grades to DaVinci Resolve. This improved XML support makes it easier to move projects from FCP X to Resolve as any primary color changes carried out during editing can now be imported and applied automatically within Resolve. Once a project has been color graded with DaVinci Resolve it can be reopened simply within Final Cut Pro X for any further editing.

“We are extremely pleased to provide immediate support for the new monitoring feature in Final Cut Pro X 10.0.3,” said Grant Petty, CEO of Blackmagic Design. “Now working with Final Cut Pro X is even better since our customers can accurately view projects on whatever monitor they choose and can ensure that their final output meets crucial broadcast standards.”

Availability and Price
Desktop Video 9.2 beta 1 for Mac OS X is available now free of charge from the Blackmagic Design support page at www.blackmagic-design.com/support.

Press Photography
Images of all Blackmagic Design products are available at www.blackmagic-design.com/press/images.

About Blackmagic Design
Blackmagic Design creates the world’s highest quality video editing products, color correctors, video converters, video monitoring, routers, live production switchers, disk recorders, waveform monitors and film restoration software for the feature film, post production and television broadcast industries. Blackmagic Design’s DeckLink capture cards launched a revolution in quality and affordability, while the company’s DaVinci EmmyTM award winning color correction products have dominated the television and film industry since 1984. Blackmagic Design continues ground breaking innovations including stereoscopic 3D and 4K workflows. Founded by world leading post production editors and engineers, Blackmagic Design has offices in the USA, UK, Japan, Singapore, and Australia. For more information, please check www.blackmagic-design.com.

About New Magic Australia Pty Ltd (Australian and New Zealand Blackmagic Design master distributor)
New Magic Australia Pty Ltd is a recognised leader in the distribution and marketing of multimedia hardware and software, representing a carefully selected range of innovative, leading manufacturers and catering for both the professional and consumer markets. New Magic Australia established in 1993 is the Australian distributor of Blackmagic Design, Convergent Design, NewTek LightWave 3D, Hauppauge Computer Works Inc, Rotolight, Cubix, Matrox Video Products and Sony Creative Software products. www.newmagic.com.au
Saturday, December 31, 2011

Apple Updates Final Cut Pro X


CUPERTINO, California—January 31, 2012—Apple® today released Final Cut Pro® X v10.0.3, a significant update to its revolutionary professional video editing application, which introduces multicam editing that automatically syncs up to 64 angles of video and photos; advanced chroma keying for handling complex adjustments right in the app; and enhanced XML for a richer interchange with third party apps and plug-ins that support the fast growing Final Cut Pro X ecosystem. Available today as a free update from the Mac® App Store™, Final Cut Pro X v10.0.3 also includes a beta of broadcast monitoring that supports Thunderbolt devices as well as PCIe cards.

Final Cut Pro X v10.0.3 includes a collection of groundbreaking new tools for editing multicam projects. Final Cut Pro X automatically syncs clips from your shoot using audio waveforms, time and date, or timecode to create a Multicam Clip with up to 64 angles of video, which can include mixed formats, frame sizes and frame rates. The powerful Angle Editor allows you to dive into your Multicam Clip to make precise adjustments, and the Angle Viewer lets you play back multiple angles at the same time and seamlessly cut between them.

Final Cut Pro X builds upon its robust, one-step chroma key with the addition of advanced controls including color sampling, edge adjustment and light wrap. You can tackle complex keying challenges right in Final Cut Pro X, without having to export to a motion graphics application, and view your results instantly with realtime playback.

In the seven months since launch, the third party ecosystem around Final Cut Pro X has expanded dramatically. XML-compatible software like DaVinci Resolve and CatDV provide tight integration for tasks such as color correction and media management. The new 7toX app from Intelligent Assistance uses XML to import Final Cut Pro 7 projects into Final Cut Pro X. In addition, some of the industry’s largest visual effects developers, including GenArts and Red Giant, have developed motion graphics plug-ins that take advantage of the speed and real-time preview capabilities of Final Cut Pro X.

Broadcast monitoring in Final Cut Pro X is currently in beta and allows you to connect to waveform displays, vectorscopes, and calibrated, high-quality monitors to ensure that your project meets broadcast specifications. Final Cut Pro X supports monitoring of video and audio through Thunderbolt I/O devices, as well as through third party PCIe cards.

Pricing & Availability
Final Cut Pro X v10.0.3 is available from the Mac App Store for $299.99 (US) to new users, or as a free update for existing Final Cut Pro X customers. A 30-day free trial of Final Cut Pro X is available at www.apple.com/finalcutpro/trial. Full system requirements and more information on Final Cut Pro X can be found at www.apple.com/finalcutpro.

Apple designs Macs, the best personal computers in the world, along with OS X, iLife, iWork and professional software. Apple leads the digital music revolution with its iPods and iTunes online store. Apple has reinvented the mobile phone with its revolutionary iPhone and App Store, and is defining the future of mobile media and computing devices with iPad.

Press Contacts:
Monica Sarkar
Apple
monica_sarkar@apple.com
(408) 862-3204

Lacey Haines
Apple
lhaines@apple.com
(408) 862-0985
Thursday, September 15, 2011

Blackmagic Design Announces DaVinci Resolve for Microsoft Windows™


IBC 2011, Amsterdam, The Netherlands - September 9, 2011 - Blackmagic Design today announced DaVinci Resolve for Microsoft Windows™ which will allow customers to use a wide range of hardware for building color correction systems with the advantage of a wider selection of GPU processing options with support for up to a massive 16 GPU’s per system.

DaVinci Resolve for Windows™ will be demonstrated on the Blackmagic Design IBC 2011 booth at #7.H20.

DaVinci Resolve for Microsoft Windows™ will be accompanied by the Mac OS X version, so when a customer purchases DaVinci Resolve, they can choose which operating system they want to use, and then install either one. This allows the flexibility to let customers potentially choose to use a Windows desktop computer in the office with powerful multiple GPU processing, while at any time the customer can unplug the dongle and plug into one of the latest stylish Mac OS X MacBook Pro computers when on set.

Only DaVinci Resolve lets customers move between either operating system at any time without the extra expense of purchasing a second copy of the software.

As a reward for all current DaVinci Resolve customers, any customer who has purchased the Mac OS X version of DaVinci Resolve will be able to keep using the same dongle for the Windows version of DaVinci Resolve, and they will simply be able to download the Windows version once released. This will ensure current DaVinci Resolve customers are kept up to date with the latest features, and not disadvantaged for purchasing early.

DaVinci Resolve, will be available in three models. DaVinci Resolve Lite, the current free version, will be available in both Windows and Mac OS X downloads. DaVinci Resolve Software for €695 will be available for both Mac OS X and Windows and customers will get both operating systems for the one purchase. DaVinci Resolve with the full colorist designed control surface will be available with Mac OS X, Windows and Linux software in the box, allowing the customer to choose any of three operating systems to build their color correction system.

“We think this is very exciting because it just makes things even more flexible for DaVinci Resolve customers, and makes it even easier to integrate Resolve color correction into facility workflows when using a wider range of editing and effects software,” said Grant Petty, CEO, Blackmagic Design. “I am also happy that customers who already have Resolve will get this software free of charge, and it’s a deeply felt thank you to them from everyone here at Blackmagic Design. We really appreciate their support, and hope this update shows how much we appreciate it!”

Availability and Price
DaVinci Resolve for Microsoft Windows™ will be released Q1 of 2012 and will be included with all current DaVinci Resolve models so customers will get the choice of both Mac OS X or Windows support when installing the software.

Press Photography
Product photos of the DaVinci Resolve, and all other Blackmagic Design products, are available at www.blackmagic-design.com/press/images

About Blackmagic Design
Blackmagic Design creates the world’s highest quality video editing products, color correctors, video converters, video monitoring, routers, live production switchers, disk recorders, waveform monitors and film restoration software for the feature film, post-production and television broadcast industries. Blackmagic Design’s DeckLink capture cards launched a revolution in quality and affordability, while the company’s DaVinci Emmy™ award winning color correction products have dominated the television and film industry since 1984. Blackmagic Design continues ground breaking innovations including stereoscopic 3D and 4K workflows. Founded by world leading post production editors and engineers, Blackmagic Design has offices in the USA, UK, Japan, Singapore, and Australia. For more information, please check www.blackmagic-design.com

Thursday, September 15, 2011

Blackmagic Design Announces Intensity Extreme

IBC 2011, Amsterdam, The Netherlands - September 9, 2011 - Blackmagic Design today announced Intensity Extreme, a new low cost and extremely high quality video capture and playback product for professional videographers with HDMI and analogue video based on the new Thunderbolt technology

Intensity Extreme is the first Thunderbolt technology based device to combine the high quality of HDMI capture and playback with the wide compatibility of analogue component, NTSC, PAL and S-Video and analogue audio capture and playback in a compact size that’s completely powered from the Thunderbolt connection on the computer. This means Intensity Extreme is the perfect solution for adding video to laptop computers as it powers from the laptop battery.

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Thursday, September 15, 2011

AJA Introduces KONA LHe Plus at IBC 2011

KONA LHe Plus Offers Top Price/Performance Value With Analog and Digital Video Capture for SD and HD.

Amsterdam, Netherlands, IBC Conference Stand 7.F11 (September 9, 2011)--AJA Video Systems is debuting the next-generation KONA LHe Plus, offering powerful video capture and playback capabilities at a new reduced price--almost 25% lower--and with greater performance than its predecessor, the KONA LHe.
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Thursday, September 15, 2011

AJA Ki Pro Mini To Support Avid DNxHD Video Codec


AJA’s Highly Portable 10-bit 4:2:2 Flash Disk Recorder to Enable Lens to Post Solution for Avid Edit Workflows

Amsterdam, Netherlands, IBC Conference Stand 7.F11 (September 9, 2011)--AJA Video Systems streamlined lens to post workflows with the introduction of its Ki Pro family of portable video recorders. The newest product in that family, Ki Pro Mini has been in high demand, facilitating direct camera-to-edit workflows that eliminate the time consuming video encode step. AJA is working jointly with Avid(R) to build support for the Avid DNxHD(R) video codec into Ki Pro Mini, enabling further production efficiencies to Avid Media Co.
Wednesday, September 7, 2011

New ExpressCard34 to Thunderbolt Adapter

Sonnet this week have announced they will be releasing the ECHO-E34, an ExpressCard34 to Thunderbolt adapter. If you are not familiar with the term, ExpressCard34 is an interface used to connect peripheral devices to computers. If you have seen an AJA Io Express, Matrox MXO 2, or even a Sony SxS card, then you have seen an ExpressCard34 connecting device.

Typically only seen on laptops, ExpressCard34 is a faster connection alternative compared to USB 2.0 or FireWire 800. Apple has removed the ExpressCard slot from the 13″ and 15″ MacBook Pros, but have added Thunderbolt to most of their new computers, so you will now be able to connect directly with these devices.

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Tuesday, August 30, 2011

Blackmagic UltraStudio 3D with Thunderbolt Now Shipping


Blackmagic Design Announces UltraStudio 3D With Thunderbolt Technology™ Is Now Shipping.

World's first video product with Thunderbolt™ technology allows portable capture and playback with dual link 3 Gb/s SDI, HDMI 1.4a and analog video, 10 bit video and dual stream 3D!

Milpitas CA - August 29, 2011 - Blackmagic Design today announced the world's first video product with Thunderbolt technology. UltraStudio 3D which allows portable capture and playback with full resolution dual stream 3D support, 10 bit hardware architecture, dual link 3 Gb/s SDI, support for up to 1080p60 in SDI and component analog and HDMI 1.4a connections, as well as full SD, HD and 2K support, is now shipping
Tuesday, August 9, 2011

Special Offer on Thunderbolt Enabled Matrox MXO2 Devices


The full range of Thunderbolt technology enabled Matrox MXO2 devices will be available in September 2011. However, there's no need to delay your purchase if you eventually want Thunderbolt connectivity. Purchases of any MXO2 device between April 10th and September 30th qualify for a discount on the Thunderbolt adapter when it ships in September. In the meantime, you can connect your MXO2 device via the PCIe or ExpressCard/34 adapters.

Contact DVT for more information.

Terms and conditions:
* Offer valid between April 10th and September 30th, 2011.
* Customers must register their product in order to qualify for this offer.
* The person or company requesting the discount must be the present owner and the purchaser of the MXO2 device.
* This offer cannot be combined with any other discount, coupon, or promotion from Matrox.


Wednesday, February 8, 2012

Media Design School Premier Latest Movie


Enter a dystopian world - where the most beautiful creatures can turn deadly, and nothing is ever what it seems.

The Media Design School premiers Dr Grordbort Presents: The Deadliest Game, based on Weta Workshop conceptual designer Greg Broadmore's future-retro world. The short film is directed by James Cunningham, with visual effects and 3D by Media Design School students.

Check out the trailer here.

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Monday, August 8, 2011

Get current and save upto 20% with Autodesk Products


Do more with the latest release and save!

Move to software specific to your industry, such as Autodesk® 3ds Max®, Autodesk® Maya®, or Autodesk® Softimage, and optimise your performance at a significant discount.

* Discount of up to 20% off standard upgrade SRP for eligible product. SRP is Autodesk's suggested retail price (excluding taxes, freight and handling) for the specified product in your region. SRP is used for reference purposes only as the actual retail price is determined by your reseller. Actual savings may vary due to local currency conversion, taxes and other factors. Contact your local Autodesk Reseller for more information.

# Get Current Promotion offered 1 August 2011, through 14 October 2011. Product must be registered with Autodesk before 1 August 2011. The offers for individual product to product upgrades, and individual product to suite upgrades under this Get Current promotion, cannot be combined. Eligibility criteria apply. Actual savings may vary. Contact DVT for more information.
 
 
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