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Information FAQ - XLR8 InterView

1. Exactly what does InterView do?

InterView captures live or prerecorded video from any device with either an RCA-type composite connector, or a high quality S-Video connector.

2. What do I need to use InterView?

If your Mac has an available USB port, and Mac OS 8.6, you can use InterView. (A G3 or higher processor is recommended)

3. What is included in the InterView Package?

  • The InterView 1.x package included (now obsolete:
    • The InterView device, software and drivers for OS9.
    • Users wanting to upgrade from "1.x" to "2.x - 3.x" need to purchase a serial number from Daystar at http://Daystar-Store.com .
  • The InterView 2.x package includes:
    • The InterView 320x240 real-time USB capture device.
    • The latest InterView drivers for OS9 and OSX.
    • Full version of Strata VideoShop 4.5 with a registration card so you may upgrade to VideoShop 5 when it is released!
    • Mini-plug to RCA-type audio adapter.
    • InterReView, for troubleshooting your InterView, Video Connections, and software setup.
    • Web Cleaner, for preparing your movie for web posting and streaming.
    • QuickTime 6.0 for Mac and PC.
    • Installation CD-ROM.
    • Electronic Documentation and Manual.
  • The InterView 3.0 package includes:
    • The InterView 320x240 real-time USB capture device.
    • The latest InterView device (USB Live branded) drivers for OS9, OSX and Windows.
    • Full version of Video Impressions Editing software for Mac and PC and OSX!
    • Mini-plug to RCA-type audio cable and adapters.
    • InterReView, for troubleshooting your InterView, Video Connections, and software setup.
    • InterView Capture and Theater for Capturing video in OS9 and OSX.
    • InterView Theater for viewing full screen video via a TV tuner, VCR or DVD deck.
    • Web Cleaner, for preparing your movie for web posting and streaming.
    • Utility for converting InterView video to iMovie files.
    • XLR8 USB Point&Scroll USB Scrolling Mouse for USB.
    • QuickTime 6.0 for Mac and PC.
    • Installation CD-ROM.
    • Electronic Documentation and Manual.

4. How well can InterView capture live or prerecorded video?

Interview can capture real-time, near broadcast-quality video at resolutions of 320 X 240. InterView can also produce beautiful full screen, non-interlaced frame grabs at resolutions as high as 640 X 480.

5. Are there any limitations to InterView's video quality?

Yes, InterView's unique hardware compression in the device allows it to provide real-time capture through USB. The compression algorithm is optimized for photographic style video though. Very high motion or bright graphics (like game screen capture) do not perform well and may have dropped frames.

Also, InterView provides the world's best quality at 320x240 (beats an Avid system hands-down). This is perfect for internet and computer viewing video (full screen is actually too big for viewing closer than 3 feet), users wanting full screen will have to scale video up, which will reduce quality.

6. How do I connect InterView if my machine doesn't have USB?

Daystar offers the DualPort USB, which gives you two full speed USB Ports.

7. How do I connect InterView if my machine doesn't have "Sound In"?

Daystar's InterView is fully compatible with Griffin's iMic for USB.


8. Where can I get InterView?

InterView is available direct from http://Daystar-Store.com. Ask your favorite reseller about InterView.

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