[Mitchji]

Hi,

A smaller second monitor works fine for me.

Best Wishes,

Mitch

[Mitchji]

Hi,

Connect the Canopus ADVC-110 via FW to your Mac and connect a Monitor or TV that plays PAL to the Canopus via Y/C or (cringe) composite.

https://www.canopus.us/US/products/ADVC110/pm_advc110.asp

Its compatible with both NTSC and PAL:
https://www.canopus.us/US/products/ADVC_selection_guide/pm_advc_selection.asp

[Mitchji]

Hi Jerry,

This seems to be a reply to my post although the content of your reply has so little relation to my post that I find it hard to see the connection. I did not recommend purchasing a used system. I don’t think that purchasing a used system makes sense unless you happen to stumble on a bargain. I think the best strategy is to get a reburb or open box or demo of the previous models. Refurbs are normally about 20% less and previous models are normally 10 to 20 percent less. These prices are normally LESS than used systems on Ebay.

My last purchase was a refurb (full warranty) DP 1.8 (the REV A with 8 RAM slots etc.) right after the Rev B models were introduced. The original new price was $2,500. I paid $1,829 including shipping. I sold my DP867 on Ebay for $1,400. I will probably replace the G5 in about a year. I expect to sell it for over $1k and pay under $2k for a system that is considerably faster. At that point I will have spent less and have a faster system than if I had spent $3k on the DP 2.5 which was the top system when I got my refurb. So I start out with a system that is slower but 18 motnh’s down the road I have a faster system and have spent less money. It is also easier in terms of cash flow to spend $600 or $800 every year or so rather than spending more and keeping the system longer.

I realize for a lot of people on this board it makes more sense to purchase the latest fastest system but that is not best for everyone.

Best Wishes!

Mitch

[Mitchji]

[bockos] “SJ will not let you down. “

Hi,

We can count on Steve to develop elegant software. We can’t count on sound business decisions or decisions that are good for his customers.

Best Wishes,

Mitch

[Mitchji]

[Jerry Hofmann] “why not start with one that will last you a few years?

There’s still room for speed on the G5 IBM chips too I think in the mean time, so it really isn’t going to be a quantum leap in power don’t think, rather a gradual speed up just as we’ve seen for the last few years in PC’s and Macs. There really was a quantum leap in speed between the G4 and G5 chips but don’t think we are going to see this happen again anytime soon, even with the Intel chips coming down the line.. “

Hi Jerry,

Buying a very expensive system and keeping it a few years can cost more than buying a less expensive system and upgrading every 12 to 24 month’s. With the more frequent upgrade approach you will be smiling after the first upgrade.

I think there could very well be a quantum leap with the first Intel Powermacs (once the software is optimized which might take a while for some programs). Intel will probably spend billions on desktop CPU R and D over the next two years. How much do you think IBM will spend?

Best Wishes,

Mitch

Best Wishes,

Mitch

[Mitchji]

Hi,

You might not need additional software. My APC unit shows up in the Energy Saver Tap of the System Setting (never installed the APC software).

Best Wishes,

Mitch

[Mitchji]

Hi,

I don’t think the technology has improved. The issue is that the circuits that provide surge protection degrade and there is no way to determine the condition of the chips in your unit (how many surges has it been exposed to). It’s probably OK but the safest thing to do is to get a new unit.

Best Wishes,

Mitch

[Mitchji]

Hi,

Apple is currently selling this refurbed single 1.6 on the “SAVE Special Deals Page” for: $1,199.00
Power Mac G5 1.6 GHz 256MB/ 80GB/ SuperDrive/ GigE/ 56K – Apple Certified Refurbished

If you are patient (keep checking early in the morning) you can get a refurbed (full warranty) Dual 1.8 G5 for $1,499. For an extra $300 its a no brainer.

Another source is to call local Apple stores and see what they have in discontinued demo models (full warranty).

Best Wishes,

Mitch

[Mitchji]

[Mark Sloan] “I have it in a folder and store all of my passwords on it. To open the disk and mount it on the desktop, you have to know the password. It encrypts with AES-256 I believe… don’t remember anymore…”

Hi,

Password Retriever (I tried about 8 similar programs I liked this the best) is a much more convenient solution. The contents are encrypted so you need a user name and password for access. You select the item you want and either press “Copy Login” or “Copy Password” and then paste from the clipboard. I also use it to store all of my program serial numbers.
https://koingosw.com/products/passwordretriever.php

Because I never type a password, just click copy and then paste I use very secure passwords generated by RGP. This is a sample:
MY%sxW8$ki’>TDy)q&

BTW I have no connection with Password Retriever other than being a satisfied user. I think Password/Serial Number Storage programs are so convenient that they are almost a necessity.

Best Wishes,

Mitch

[Mitchji]

Hi,

I would get a Sony instead of a JVC. Here is an excellent monitor at a very good price (used by Sony at a trade show, probably NAB):
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=productList&A=buyUsed&Q=271229
P22 phosphours which are the same color space as SMPTE-C so it is good for color correction.

Best Wishes,

Mitch