So, if I can record an AVI right from the 3D Visualizer using Compu Show... That would have saved me a gob of time making a new animatic.
FRAPS gave me hell last time I used it with MyDMX, as it appears FRAPS is kinda wonky with Win 7 64-bit, and well, Snagit, well, I have other issues with that.
I love my SD+ interface. That coupled with Compu Show, that's been my killer combination. My next objective is to learn Compu Live!
The 3D Visualizer for me has been a life-saver. I can't visualize on my own, so I need this to be a sanity checker, and trust me, it works fantastic. I had to redo my big show that I created in MyDMX and start from zilch with Compu Show. Since there's video that goes with the show(that I also am in charge of editing), I was able to use that as a timeline to keep things in check. Couple that with the fact that ANOTHER machine was going to run the master video and send me timecode... wow, it kicked ass hard and brought the show to the next level UP, and it was already UP there.
I'd say "go big or go home". The SD+ rocks, it has no limitations. Yeah, MyDMX kicks serious butt and is an awesome program. Even though I'm a sound production company(primarily, but I do own a lot of lights), the cost of the SD+ interface was HIGH until I saw what it can offer me coupled Compu Show. After that, it became real obvious that once again, despite the higher price tag, was WELL worth the money, and in fact was a steal.
Upgrade your interface. if you're on the road, you never know what you're gonna need. It's better to have features you don't use available to be used, rather than needing something and not having it.
Oh, and in case you haven't figured it out, I'm lovin' that SD+ with Compu Show!