Motion Analysis, Slow Motion Cameras and Video Analysis Software

IMPORTANT WARNING: Please see below about using the correct type of camera. DVD and DVR camcorders are NOT acceptable for motion analysis software!

Now Vista compatible! Our Pro-Trainer software provides a full range of fea

tures including digital video capture (Firewire) at 60 frames per second, slow-motion playback, freeze-frame analysis and extensive graphics tools for preparing lessons. Our Advanced version offers the additional power of simultaneous video capture from two or more cameras plus speed keys and a hand-held remote control designed for the professional user. For a virtual tour of our software features, click on the button below (high-speed Internet connection required).

Below are just a few of the many features of our software products. For a complete list and comparison of features, click here.

> 60 frames-per-second
> Hi-resolution (720x480)
> Instant replay
> Freeze-frame
> Electronic chalkboard
> Side-by-side comparisons
> Lesson creator with voice-over

> On-screen timer
> Video magnifier
> Bookmarks
> Customizable for any sport
> Email and CD output
> Video import and export
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Our software (and our full hardware/software systems) are used in virtually all sports being played on levels ranging from beginners to Olympic and professional. Our products are also used extensively in the medical and biomechanics research fields.
> golf > tennis > soccer > football > gymnastics > skiing > hockey > cycling	> rowing > swimming > baseball > softball > basketball > diving > track & field > volleyball	> equestrian > archery > fitness training > weight training > figure skating > speed skating > karate & judo > auto racing	> wrestling > bowling > boxing > bobsled > luge > sports medicine > physical therapy > biomechanics

An important word about camcorders: With recent camcorder innovations such as DVD and DVR units there has been a lot of confusion and misconceptions with respect to using them for motion analysis. People mistakenly think that because these are the latest units to hit the market that they must be the best. That's simply not true when it comes to motion analysis. These new units are fine for shooting video of junior's birthday party but they don't work for high-speed motion analysis where you want to capture a full 60 frames-per-second (fps) and do accurate slow motion/freeze frame analysis.

Here are the camcorder facts you will need if you are going to do serious motion analysis: The only type of camcorder that is suitable for this purpose is a mini-DV unit. The advantage of these units for motion analysis is that they are the only ones that produce low compression digital video (AVI format) transmitted over a Firewire connection. This is essential for good motion analysis. New style DVD and DVR camcorders do not have Firewire connections and they compress the video (called MPEG format) to a point where you only achieve 30 fps and even lose picture quality. Mini-DV units produce the best video quality thereby retaining full picture detail right down to the individual frame level.

All of our full hardware systems and our Quick-Start kits come with the correct mini-DV style camcorders designed specifically for motion analysis. If you are just looking for software then we strongly recommend that you consider one of our Quick-Start Kits. These kits come with everything you need: software, the correct type of camcorder, cables, accessories and instructions.

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