Summary
Simple to install, simple to use, powerful addition for editors, DVD authors and designers
Target Apps
Mac-based video and DVD production and post, particularly users of Apple Final Cut Pro, Motion and DVD Studio Pro and Adobe Photoshop and After Effects
What It Costs You
$995 (street prices are running close)
What's Cool
Adds flexible video output to the Mac like magic— just plug in a simple outboard device, add software and poof!
What's Missing
It’s hard to fault this little guy, but I wonder if future versions can minimize the screen refreshes that occur during every selection changeover. (This seems to be most prevalent when working in Final Cut Pro.)
Specs
A Mac G5 is best, but any DVI-capable Mac system (running Mac OS 10.4.7) should work. This system works with DVI video feeds, so it’s best to have a two-monitor DVI setup (preferably 1920 x 1200). An external NTSC or PAL monitor completes the picture.
Every now and then, a really cool tool shows up that performs an assortment of useful functions and really kicks your workflow into high gear. The Matrox MXO is that tool.
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