Avid Launches New Version of Avid Xpress Pro Academic Software.TEWKSBURY, Mass. -- Package now offers broader range of tools that deliver HD support, real-time multicam editing, DVD authoring DVD authoring describes the process of creating a DVD video that can be played on a DVD player. DVD authoring software must conform to the specifications set by the DVD Forum group in 1995. , and dual-platform compatibility for $295 Avid Technology "Avid" redirects here. For the "Advancement Via Individual Determination" educational program, see AVID. Avid Technology, Inc NASDAQ: AVID is an American company specializing in video and audio production technology; specifically, digital non-linear media editing (NLE) , Inc. (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on : AVID) today introduced a new version of its Avid Xpress(R) Pro Academic software package - a group of powerful HD, SD, DV, and film editing solutions for educators, students, and academic institutions at the breakthrough price of $295 USMSRP. The new software package - which includes Avid Xpress Pro HD 5.1 software for Windows XP The previous client version of Windows. XP was a major upgrade to the client version of Windows 2000 with numerous changes to the user interface. XP improved support for gaming, digital photography, instant messaging, wireless networking and sharing connections to the Internet. with support for SD and HD and Avid Xpress Pro 4.6 software for both Mac OS X and Windows XP with support for DV and SD - extends Avid's industry-standard HD toolset to education customers for the first time while maintaining the company's commitment to deliver dual-platform compatibility in one box. The package also includes the Sonic(TM) DVDit 5 DVD authoring application for Windows XP. Steve Chazin, director of education and new markets at Avid, said, "With this new package of Avid Xpress Pro Academic software, we're offering our education customers the same features and capabilities that make Avid a world leader in the professional content creation industries - including multicamera editing and support for a range of HD formats. Plus, our ongoing support for both Windows XP and Mac OS X makes us the only manufacturer of digital nonlinear editing See nonlinear video editing. systems to enable students and institutions to share course work across platforms. This combination of features - which we're offering at an unprecedented price point - makes the Avid Xpress Pro Academic package an unbeatable toolset for students, instructors, and academic institutions." The Avid Xpress Pro Academic package is designed to bring the professional Avid(R) editing experience to students and educators at an affordable price. It includes Avid Xpress Pro HD software, which delivers real-time multicamera editing and support for multiple SD and HD formats and resolutions - such as Panasonic DVCPRO Panasonic's variant of the DV (Digital Video) format, which provides higher quality by increasing tape speed and track width. It uses metal particle tape for added reliability and also adds a cueing track for enhanced editing. HD and P2, Sony XDCAM, and Avid DNxHD(TM) encoding for high quality graphics and effects. Both Avid Xpress Pro HD and Avid Xpress Pro software offer powerful film and video capabilities, including image stabilization Image stabilization (IS) is a family of techniques to increase the stability of an image. It is used in image-stabilized binoculars, photography, videography, and astronomical telescopes. and automatic color correction Altering the colors in an image in order to print or display it properly or for special effects. Depending on the application, color correction can be a significant problem if the resulting image must be approved or a purchase is made because of color choice. , plus the ability to mix different formats and resolutions on the same timeline. For students and educators who wish to extend their production skills beyond editing, Avid also offers academic pricing for Avid Xpress Studio HD systems, which start at $995 USMSRP. These systems include Avid Pro Tools(R) LE, Avid DVD DVD: see digital versatile disc. DVD in full digital video disc or digital versatile disc Type of optical disc. The DVD represents the second generation of compact-disc (CD) technology. by Sonic, Avid FX, and Avid 3D to facilitate more extensive education with a range of digital media production tools. For more information on Avid's entire education product line, please visit: www.avid.com/eduofferings. Pricing & Availability The new Avid Xpress Pro Academic software package is available now through Avid's worldwide reseller channel. The package - which comprises Avid Xpress Pro HD 5.1 software for Windows XP, Avid Xpress Pro software for Mac OS X and Windows XP, and Sonic DVDit 5 software for Windows XP - is available for students, faculty, and institutions for $295 USMSRP. For a list of resellers, please visit: http://www.avid.com/solutions/education/purchaseOptions.asp. The Avid Xpress Pro Academic software requires academic credentials to install and activate, and the product is not eligible for commercial or free upgrades. Mac support for Avid Xpress Pro HD software is expected later in 2005. About Avid Technology, Inc. Avid Technology, Inc. is the world leader in digital nonlinear media creation, management, and distribution solutions, enabling film, video, audio, animation, games, and broadcast professionals to work more efficiently, productively, and creatively. For more information about the company's Oscar(R), Grammy(R), and Emmy(R) award-winning products and services, please visit: www.avid.com. (C) 2005 Avid Technology, Inc. All rights reserved. Product features, specifications, system requirements To be used efficiently, all computer software needs certain hardware components or other software resources to be present on a computer system. These pre-requisites are known as (computer) system requirements and are often used as a guideline as opposed to an absolute rule. , and availability are subject to change without notice. All prices are USMSRP for the U.S. and Canada only and are subject to change without notice. Contact your local Avid office or reseller for prices outside the U.S. and Canada. Avid, Digidesign, Film Composer, Pro Tools, Avid Xpress, and Avid DNxHD are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Avid Technology, Inc. in the United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area. and/or other countries. Avid received an Oscar statuette representing the 1998 Scientific and Technical Award for the concept, design, and engineering of the Avid Film Composer(R) system for motion picture editing. Digidesign, Avid's audio division, received an Oscar statuette representing the 2003 Scientific and Technical Award for the design, development, and implementation of its Pro Tools(R) digital audio workstation A digital audio workstation (DAW) is a system designed to record, edit and play back digital audio. A key feature of DAWs is the ability to freely manipulate recorded sounds, much like a word processor manipulates typed words. . Sonic is a trademark of Sonic Solutions. Oscar is a trademark and service mark of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Emmy is a registered trademark of ATAS/NATAS. Grammy is a trademark of the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences The National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences, Inc. is known variously as The Recording Academy or NARAS. Established in 1957, The Recording Academy is a U.S. , Inc. All other trademarks contained herein are the property of their respective owners. |
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