Intergraph Announces New StudioZ Pro 3D and StudioZ T-RAX 3D Media Production Workstations.HUNTSVILLE, Ala.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 6, 1998-- New StudioZ models deliver powerful 3D animation capabilities combined with broadcast-quality, uncompressed serial digital (D1/SDI)video Intergraph Computer Systems today announced the new StudioZ Pro 3D and StudioZ T-RAX 3D Media Production Workstations, two new additions to Intergraph's line of Intel/Windows NT-based StudioZ Media Production Workstations. The new StudioZ 3D models, powered by dual 300 MHz (MegaHertZ) One million cycles per second. It is used to measure the transmission speed of electronic devices, including channels, buses and the computer's internal clock. A one-megahertz clock (1 MHz) means some number of bits (16, 32, 64, etc. Pentium II The successor to the Pentium Pro from Intel. Pentium II refers to the CPU chip or the PC that uses it. Code named "Klamath," the Pentium II was a Pentium Pro with MMX multimedia instructions. processors, deliver the same serial digital (D1/SDI) video capability as standard StudioZs, and include the addition of Intergraph's award-winning RealiZm II 3D Graphics subsystem for the creation of rich 3D animation. Using the StudioZ 3D workstation with Windows NT-based software such as 3D Studio MAX R2, LightWave 3D, or SOFTIMAGE|3D, content creators can create complex 3D animations at true-color resolutions with highly accelerated screen display. The animated content can then be composited with video clips, edited nonlinearly, enhanced with special effects special effects, in motion pictures, cinematographic techniques that create illusions in the audience's minds as well as the illusions created using these techniques. , sweetened sweet·en v. sweet·ened, sweet·en·ing, sweet·ens v.tr. 1. To make sweet or sweeter by adding sugar, honey, saccharin, or another sweet substance. 2. To make more pleasant or agreeable. with audio, and output as broadcast-quality video - all on a single workstation. The new StudioZ 3D models are the only Intel/Windows NT-based workstations on the market that deliver all of these capabilities in one workstation to professionals working in broadcast television, feature films, corporate videos, and other areas of media production. "Intergraph's StudioZ Pro 3D and StudioZ T-RAX 3D are designed for the new breed of animators and production professionals, who are intimately involved in all stages of the production process, from 3D animation to final video edits," said Jeff Edson, vice president, Digital Media Division, Intergraph Computer Systems. "With the addition of these new StudioZ 3D models, Intergraph's StudioZ line now offers production professionals even greater choice in selecting the workstation that best fits their production requirements." "Intergraph's StudioZ 3Ds are killer boxes - there's nothing else available for Windows NT (Windows New Technology) A 32-bit operating system from Microsoft for Intel x86 CPUs. NT is the core technology in Windows 2000 and Windows XP (see Windows). Available in separate client and server versions, it includes built-in networking and preemptive multitasking. that lets you do this much on a single, affordable workstation," said Todd Mueller, producer of MTV's AMP. "The StudioZ 3D really streamlines your workflow, because you can create and edit high-end 3D animation on the same workstation that is handling your main video edit. To top it off, you can view your work at uncompressed, broadcast quality at every stage. That's very powerful and very unique in the industry." Unmatched Performance in All Areas of Digital Production The StudioZ Pro 3D and StudioZ T-RAX 3D are the only Intel/Windows NT-based workstations that can handle all phases of the media production process because of their incorporation of the following cutting-edge digital technologies: -- Dual 300 MHz Pentium II processors: Enables high-speed rendering of animation and optimal performance using multithreaded multithreaded - multithreading digital applications. -- Serial digital I/O (Input/Output) The transfer of data between the CPU and a peripheral device. Every transfer is an output from one device and an input to another. See PC input/output. I/O - Input/Output , analog composite, and S-video outputs: Delivers broadcast-quality video output and seamless integration An addition of a new application, routine or device that works smoothly with the existing system. It implies that the new feature or program can be installed and used without problems. Contrast with "transparent," which implies that there is no discernible change after installation. into video production facilities. -- RealiZm II 3D Graphics with 16 MB frame buffer An area of memory used to hold a frame of data. Typically used for screen output, the buffer is the size of the maximum image that can be displayed on the screen. The memory, which is either a separate memory bank on the display adapter or a reserved part of regular memory, holds a memory: Provides lightning-fast display of fully textured, high-polygon 3D animations. -- Over 40 GB of Ultra/Wide SCSI SCSI in full Small Computer System Interface Once common standard for connecting peripheral devices (disks, modems, printers, etc.) to small and medium-sized computers. SCSI has given way to faster standards, such as Firewire and USB. disk storage: Enables onboard storage of extensive short-form video productions. -- Professional audio capabilities: Enables recording, playback and editing of CD-quality sound. -- Standard 19" rack-mount design (StudioZ T-RAX 3D): Provides seamless integration with rack-mount video decks, monitors, and processing equipment. Pricing and Availability Intergraph's StudioZ Pro 3D and StudioZ T-RAX 3D Workstations are available immediately through authorized Intergraph resellers. Street prices start at $21,750 for the StudioZ Pro 3D, and $28,895 for the StudioZ T-RAX 3D, for a base configuration with dual 300 MHz Pentium II CPUs, 128 MB EDO memory EDO memory - Extended Data Out Dynamic Random Access Memory , RealiZm II ZX13 graphics, and approximately 40 GB of onboard disk storage. For detailed pricing, configurations, and other sales and reseller information, customers can call (800)763-0242. Intergraph Computer Systems Background Information Intergraph Computer Systems is the world leader in 3D graphics technology, products, and services for Windows NT. Intergraph develops, manufactures, sells, and supports computer systems for the creative and technical desktop in markets such as traditional CAD, MCAD MCAD Microsoft Certified Application Developer MCAD Mechanical Computer Aided Design MCAD Medium-Chain Acyl-CoA Dehydrogenase (inherited metabolic disease) MCAD Minneapolis College of Art and Design , animation, content creation, publishing and prepress, and digital media, as well as servers, networking, and interoperability products for IT solutions. Hardware products include Pentium/Pentium Pro/Pentium II processors/Windows/Windows NT-based graphics workstations and servers. -0- EDITORS: If you wish to provide a telephone number for reader inquiries, please use 800-763-0242. 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