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 Discreet Announces flint Visual Effects System on Linux Posted by: amigo
Source: Press Release
Date: Mon Apr 19 2004
Las Vegas, NV, NAB (BOOTH #SL3547) - April 19, 2004 - Discreet, a division of Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK), today announced that its flint� visual effects system will soon be available on the Intel�-based IBM� IntelliStation� Z Pro workstation running Linux�. Discreet's flint system is designed to provide broadcasters and post-production companies with a cost-effective, high-performance system for interactive motion graphics and visual effects design. With both flint 8.5 and smoke� 6 systems now also available on Linux-based workstations, Discreet is the world�s leading provider of high-end, high-performance, real-time digital media applications for the Linux operating system.
�In the increasingly competitive digital broadcast and cable landscape, Discreet�s flint 8.5 system is a potent visual design solution for broadcasters looking to differentiate their programming and attract wider audiences by creating high-value content,� said Martin Vann, vice president of sales and marketing for Discreet. �Discreet�s flint system offers the unique ability to create no-compromise graphics and visual effects quickly and economically while providing broadcasters a robust and stable production platform that can integrate rapidly and efficiently into any facility.�
Designed to produce stunning graphics with the greatest speed and interactivity, Discreet�s flint system offers one of the world�s most sophisticated creative toolsets, a powerful mixed resolution architecture, advanced conform capabilities and real-time 4:4:4 video. The flint 8.5 system�s innovative creative tools are based on Discreet�s Academy Award�-winning+ flame� and inferno� visual effects systems and include:
� Sophisticated paint, text, audio, compositing, warping, morphing and motion graphics capabilities.
� Action, Discreet�s renowned interactive 3D graphics design and compositing environment;
� Batch and Schematic views for building and visualizing complex multi-layered composites with repeatability and ease;
� Colour Warper� interactive primary and secondary colour correction;
� Discreet�s Tracker, Keyer and Master Keyer for fast, interactive keying of any material; and
� GMask advanced rotoscoping and vector shape technology.
�Broadcast designs must be created quickly - sometimes the very same day the work comes in; they must look visually sophisticated, beautiful and not rushed,� said Steve Marchand, founder and owner of New York-based broadcast design company Marchand Media. �I�ve based my business on Discreet�s flint system because it�s the only system that gives one person both speed and all the visual effects compositing tools needed for superior broadcast design work. flint is so fast - it also saves my settings for quick comparison of creative approaches; then later recalls them so I can make the clients� changes.� With Discreet�s flint system becoming available on Linux workstations, there is even more opportunity for broadcasters to differentiate themselves.
Marchand Media has used Discreet�s flint system to create numerous animated opens for the popular �Top 10� segment of The David Letterman Show, with each segment turned around in a day. Marchand Media also used the flint system to create the rich and complex graphics package for The Rewarding Life of Magic Johnson on TNT during the NBA All-Star Weekend in February 2004. This one-hour show needed several hours of 3D-animated graphics to loop on seven large-screen monitors during the taping, and an elaborate 3D-animated program open. Discreet�s powerful 3D compositing environment and visual effects tools made the project a breeze.
�Discreet�s reputation for product excellence is clearly visible in its flint 8.5 system,� said Bob Lenard, director for IBM IntelliStation Workstations. �With the flint 8.5 system being offered on an IBM workstation, flint�s superior software is matched with IBM�s fast, reliable hardware � an unbeatable combination for zipping through broadcast projects. Artists will benefit from both Discreet�s deep visual effects software expertise, and IBM�s global support network.�
Designed for data-centric workflows, the flint real-time SD system is compatible with Discreet�s flame, inferno, smoke and fire real-time HD systems, backdraftTM media management and background I/O systems and combustion� and 3ds max� software solutions. The flint system also supports Discreet�s burnTM Linux-based network rendering solution, enabling artists to continue creating while effects are being rendered in the background.
Pricing and Availability:
Discreet�s flint 8.5 system for Intel-based IBM workstations running Linux is currently in beta and is expected to ship in July 2004. Discreet is introducing a turnkey solution with standard definition video I/O with a special NAB offer of US$99,990 that is valid through June 30, 2004 (North American pricing only; worldwide pricing will vary). Following this offer, North American pricing will typically start at US$119,990. Also, a turnkey Discreet flint system for Intel-based IBM workstations running Linux and a companion license for Discreet�s smoke system for Intel-based IBM workstations running Linux are available as a bundle for US$109,990 until June 30, 2004. For more information on configurations and pricing, please contact Discreet sales at 800-869-3504.
*North American pricing only. Pricing will vary worldwide.
+In 1999, Discreet�s inferno and flame visual effects systems were each recognized with a Scientific and Engineering Award by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
About Discreet
Discreet empowers media professionals to realise the visual experience and transform their most evocative and ambitious visions into reality. Discreet's solutions are designed for digital media creation, management and delivery�across all disciplines from film and television visual effects, colour grading and editing to animation, game development, web/interactive, and design visualization. Discreet is based in Montr�al, Canada and is a division of Autodesk, Inc, the world's leading design and digital media creation, management, and distribution company.
Related Links: Discreet website
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