FAQs
What is the difference between VideoPoint and VideoPoint: Physics Fundamentals?
VideoPoint is a video analysis software package that allows users to collect position and time data from digital video in the form of “video points.” Data is collected by clicking on the location of the items of interest for each frame of a QuickTime movie. It was developed in conjunction with the Workshop Physics curriculum at Dickinson College in 1995.
VideoPoint: Physics Fundamentals is a new version of this software, tailored primarily to high school and introductory college Physics students and teachers. It features a simplified interface and only the most commonly used analysis options taken from the original VideoPoint. Its main goal is to demonstrate the basic concepts in Physics using video analysis and to introduce teachers and students to VideoPoint and video-based motion analysis.
What is the difference between VideoPoint and VideoPoint Capture?
VideoPoint Capture software enables users to capture video from digital sources and convert them into QuickTime movies analyzable in VideoPoint and VideoPoint: Physics Fundamentals.
What do I need in order to use VideoPoint: Physics Fundamentals with VideoPoint Capture?
In order to use VideoPoint: Physics Fundamentals with movies that come integrated with the software, you only need the minimum system requirements:
Macintosh
- OS X 10.2 or higher
- QuickTime 7 or later
- At least 250 MB of free disc space
Windows
- Windows® 98SE, 2000, XP
- DirectX® 9 or higher
- QuickTime 7 for Windows®
- At least 250 MB of free disc space
If you want to take full advantage of the integrated VideoPoint Capture software, you will also need:
- Digital Video Camera
- FireWire, IEEE 1394 or i.Link connection
Digital Video Cameras : Most digital video cameras will work very well for VideoPoint analysis. Consumer level cameras come in two flavors, MiniDV and Digital8 (Sony only). Both formats will work. The digital camera must have an IEEE1394 interface. This is commonly known as FireWire or i.Link. For best results, the camera should have a way to set the shutter speed (often called Sport Mode or Shutter Speed).
FireWire, IEEE 1394 or i.Link Connection : FireWire, IEEE 1394 or i.Link are the same thing. Some computers have a FireWire connection built in, others need to add a PC Card, PCI Card or other adapter.
Why can’t I add a center of mass to my data series?
The option to add a center of mass data series becomes available only after you have collected data for at least two points from which the center of mass values can be calculated.
Can I zoom in or out of a graph?
It is possible to zoom in on a graph using the “+” key on your keyboard. Be sure to have clicked inside the graph you want to zoom in on first. To zoom out, use the “-”key.
Why is automatic fit not available?
The automatic fit feature is hidden by default. To make it available, go to Edit menu and click on Preferences. Check the “Allow auto fit” option.
Where can I get more help with using VideoPoint: Physics Fundamentals or VideoPoint Capture?
Check this web site or email us at vpsupport@lsw.com. We have also created a discussion group on Yahoo! Groups for you to share your ideas, questions, or suggestions with us and other VideoPoint users. To subscribe to this group, please send a blank email to: VideoPointUsers-subscribe@yahoogroups.com or go to the group homepage at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/VideoPointUsers/ and subscribe from there.
Where can I find more movies, analyses or activities for use with VideoPoint: Physics Fundamentals?
We have created an online Resource Library.
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