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SonyIMC wrote on 11/24/2001, 3:38 PM
That is for the boxed version. The downloadable version is available now.
larryo wrote on 11/24/2001, 3:51 PM
All I saw on SF site is Vegas 3/video. Is there a Vegas 3 Audio, and if so, has anyone had any luck convincing SF or the retailer where they purchased it to "give" them the upgrade if they bought the old version close to the time new version was introduced? I bought Vegas audio 2.0 at the end of August.

LarryO
yirm wrote on 11/24/2001, 4:07 PM
You can also order the content CD for just shipping as part of getting the downloadable program, and it will ship when it's available.

-Jeremy
MoBetta wrote on 11/24/2001, 5:12 PM
I ordered the boxed version, but at you mentioned it will not be available until the middle of December... is it possible to get an extension on the Beta version, since I only have six days left on it??

MoBetta
SonyIMC wrote on 11/24/2001, 5:25 PM
nope. sorry, the date is hardcoded into the app.
tserface wrote on 11/24/2001, 6:13 PM
If we ordered the boxed version is there anyway to download it now to have it before Dec 15th and/or the beta date runs out?
SonyIMC wrote on 11/24/2001, 10:27 PM
yes
jbl wrote on 11/25/2001, 4:15 AM
hmmm - how pls?
they turned me down.
Victorious wrote on 11/25/2001, 1:04 PM
if the beta expires on a certain date, you could always set the date on your computer back a couple of weeks until you get your boxed version...
MoBetta wrote on 11/25/2001, 3:10 PM
...yes...???? SonicIMC, can you tell me more...

MoBetta
redsvideo wrote on 11/25/2001, 4:13 PM
I would like to know how.
SonyIMC wrote on 11/25/2001, 4:22 PM
I know that in the past this has been possible. I'm not sure if this is working as it should. I'll find out tommorrow.
tserface wrote on 11/26/2001, 11:31 AM
Any more info on this thread? My beta version only has 3 more days. I'd download it in a second if I could figure out how without paying again. Any insights?

Thanks,

Tom
MoBetta wrote on 11/26/2001, 6:37 PM
...I spoke to Sonic Foundry and I was told the program is set to expire (set by V.V.) at the end of the month. But, it was also suggested to download V.V. Beta again just prior to the expiration date and it would last an additional 7 days...hopefully long enough so the boxed version shows up at my door!!!

MoBetta
yirm wrote on 11/26/2001, 6:56 PM
Unlikely. Software manufacturers' protection schemes are usually a lot more sophisticated than that. In fact, some protection schemes won't allow access to the program at all if this is attempted -- even if you set it back.

-Jeremy
yirm wrote on 11/26/2001, 6:59 PM
Not to infuriate ppl who bought the boxed version. But next time I recommend downloading. You can get the content CD shipped for the cost of shipping as part of the order. Only reason not to do this is if you want the hard manual.

-Jeremy
tomadonna wrote on 11/26/2001, 7:04 PM
No - Another reason to buy the box version is cause then you have your own registration number and don't have to go through the activation code. Meaning - If you downloaded a code before and you have to format your computer that activation code won't work and you have to buy a new one - what's the point at that???
MyST wrote on 11/26/2001, 7:21 PM
If you're a registered user, SF will GIVE you a new code. I've had to re-format, and they always came through, no problem.
yirm wrote on 11/26/2001, 7:27 PM
I format all the time. I've never run into an issue with re-registering. It's fast and painless, and I have no problem with it. From what I understand, when people have had problems, one phone call quickly resolves the problem.

-Jeremy
tomadonna wrote on 11/26/2001, 7:33 PM
Oh......
So what's in the content CD? Does it have the program on it or do you have to download it again every time you re format?
MyST wrote on 11/26/2001, 8:11 PM
The content CD contains ( I think) samples, and other "bonuses" that are too big to download.
Example, my Acid Pro was purchased via download.
You get the FULL program, plug-ins included, but the loop CD is shipped separately. You only pay the shipping charge for the CD. In my case, I even skipped the loop CD because shipping here (Canada) would have cost more than buying a loop CD here.
Also, I believe SF doesn't supply manuals other than PDF format anymore, even if you puchased a boxed copy. You download that too.
I downloaded the accompanying Sound Forge XP and Vegas Audio LE, they supplied activation codes for those.
I've re-formatted a couple times now, downloaded the updates, and I've never had a problem getting the activation codes. Keep in mind that you MUST register. That way SF has your info on file for futur use, and your just a phone call away from re-activation.

Later.