Eyeon Fusion V5.21 BUILD 26
Gerarda Zmuda
Blackmagic Fusion (formerly eyeon Fusion and briefly Maya Fusion, a version produced for Alias-Wavefront) is post-production image compositing developed by Blackmagic Design and originally authored by eyeon Software. It is typically used to create visual effects and digital compositing for movies, TV-series and commercials and employs a node-based interface in which complex processes are built up by connecting a flowchart or schematic of many nodes, each of which represents a simpler process, such as a blur or color correction. This type of compositing interface allows great flexibility, including the ability to modify the parameters of an earlier image processing step "in context" (while viewing the final composite). Upon its acquisition by Blackmagic Design, Fusion was released in two versions: the freeware Fusion, and the commercially sold Fusion Studio.
Fusion was originally developed in 1987 as in-house software developed for use by New York Production & Design (NYPD), a post production and visual effects boutique based out of Sydney, Australia. The very first version of the software was written in DOS and consisted of little more than a UI framework for quickly chaining together the output of pre-existing batch files and utilities. eyeon Software Inc. was formed specifically to commercialize Fusion, and all operations relating to the software were moved to Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Q: Who do I contact to take advantage of the eyeon for DS customers promotional pricing?
A: DS customers will receive the promotional code from Avid prior to purchasing through eyeon Software.
DS customers must submit a request to Avid via the Avid DS License Request Form. Customers must submit each DS license they wish to receive a promotional code for.
Avid will respond to the request with a promotional code (one per DS license) and information about how to contact eyeon Software sales.
Customers will purchase eyeon Fusion, Dimension and Generation through eyeon Software, and will redeem their promotional code(s) at time of purchase.
Q. Do I have to trade in my DS license in order to get the eyeon promotion? Will my DS license cease to work?
A: No, this is NOT a trade in program. Avid is requesting that customers provide their DS licenses to confirm eligibility and to ensure customers receive the appropriate number of promotional codes. DS customers can continue to use their DS license after receiving the promotional code.
Q: Where can I go to find out more information on eyeon products?
A: For overall product information for Fusion, Dimension and Generation, eyeon has excellent online manuals that walk users through specific features and workflows. Avid and eyeon will also be hosting a webinar for customers to see the power of eyeon products and Media Composer working together. Additional information regarding the webinar will be made available soon.
Q: What if I am a DS 10 customer or below, do I still get to take advantage of the eyeon promotion?
A: Yes, customers using an older version of DS can use the promotion for eyeon Fusion, Dimension, and Generation. We suggest they upgrade to DS 11 prior to receive the great functionality of Media Composer 7.
As a gesture of thanks, Avid has worked with our partner eyeon Software to secure an exclusive promotional offer on eyeon products, available only to Avid DS customers. Avid DS owners are eligible to receive 50% off of eyeon Fusion. The standard cost of Fusion is $2,495 (USMSRP), but with this special promotion, you can get the power of Fusion seamlessly integrated to your Media Composer for just $1,250 (USMSRP).
To further enhance the experience, Avid has built on the Community confidence and has created an eyeon Fusion Get Started Fast forum to aid customers through this exciting transition period. Customers can find workflow examples, tutorials, tips and tricks, and other helpful information regarding the transition from Avid DS to Media Composer with Fusion.
We look forward to further working with you as we continue to design the future of editing and effects. More information about eyeon products will be made available soon at www.eyeonline.com/avid.html
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