How does video work in EC?

[droderick]

Hi,
I'm new to EC and am excited about the possibilities! Still learning about what EC can do...

I have an interface that has two main sections. one section includes models that a user pulls up, rotates them around, etc. the other section will play a video in fullscreen. Can I do this in EC? I've read that videos need to be places on 2D blits, however am having trouble importing videos, etc. The ideal result would be to play a QuickTime video in fullscreen. When the video finishes, it reverts back to the initial state of the piece. Any advice would be great.

thanks!

[Radishworks]

Hi,

You can play videos in EC, windowed or fullscreen. I would advise you check out the sample scene: Video_APIControled.rsn. You can play Quicktime movies in EC, but you will need to install a DirectX codec for Quicktime. Just search the web for "DirectX codec Quicktime" there are plenty of then out there - some are even free.

Regards,
Mike