If you already have a Mac and a digital camcorder, you can get started with TD Video without spending alot. We suggest your experienced Mac have a G4, G5 or intel processor, but G3s with a factory installed FireWire port will work. A display with a resolution of 1024 x 768 or greater is required. This shopping list includes TD Video and a 500 gigabyte external hard drive. To capture video from a VCR or DVD player, you may need a media converter, your digital camcorder might capture analog video for you too. |
| Item | Source | Retail Price |
| TD Video Software | BW Software | $595 |
| 500 gigaByte Lacie D2 Quadra Hard drive | MacMall | $100 |
| System Total | $695 |
| Optional Add Ons |
| Canopus ADVC 55 - Media Converter | bandhphoto.com | $179 |
| Contour ShuttleXpress - Jog Shuttle keypad (5 keys) | MacMall | $49 |
| Western Digital 1 Gigabyte Hard Drive | MacMall | $130 |
Many of the items listed are available at Apple's online store and at the usual Macintosh product websites www.macmall.com, www.maczone.com, www.macconnection.com. Apple offers discounts for education customers. ShuttlePros come from www.contourdesign.com. Media converters come from www.bandhphoto.com. BW Software - PO Box 130257 - Ann Arbor, MI 48113 - 734-769-8587 |