wacom, keyboards, etc...

ushere wrote on 12/2/2004, 2:52 PM
getting rsi from the mouse, age catching up, eyesight failing, carry a lifetime guarantee but can't contact my maker....

dealt with eyes, 17" lcd - they're happy (for the moment)

anyone using a tablet (other than viagra or prozac)?

external control interface?

specialised keyboard?

any feedback most welcome - but make it quick, don't know how much longer i've got...

all the best to you lot,

leslie

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FuTz wrote on 12/2/2004, 3:21 PM
Wacom tablet for Photoshop work. With Procreate Knockout, really usefull for the purpose. To erase, too, and all the rest.
BUT: the mouse = I really don't like the way it behave. Went back to my Logitech mouse.
nickle wrote on 12/2/2004, 3:28 PM
There is an option in Vegas5 for enabling joystick support but I don't know if anyone has used it.

Maybe a steering wheel and pedals?

Assisted suicide?
scissorfighter wrote on 12/2/2004, 3:49 PM
I have the WorldTech Devices keyboard for Vegas. I think my recommendation would be, "don't bother". The build quality is low, and once you have the key combinations memorized, it's not worth much. It is good if you're a Vegas newbie trying to learn all the keyboard shortcuts, and it looks cool, but that's about it.

ushere wrote on 12/3/2004, 2:58 PM
anyone have opinions about - EZ Keyboard Professional Series

http://www.videoguys.com/EZkeys.html

any other practical working observations most welcome,

thanks

leslie
flippin wrote on 12/3/2004, 5:09 PM
leslie,

I use a wacom/pen combo for drawing in Toon Boom Studio-- but that's a 2d animation program so you need fine drawing controls with that. The wacom is indispensable for computer-generated 2d animations but of no use whatsoever (as far as I know) for Vegas functions.

If I've missed something, please correct me folks.

Best regards,

Lee

Spot|DSE wrote on 12/3/2004, 6:27 PM
I use the Bella EZ series keyboards on all our edit stations. I've also got 2 worldtechs. I'd disagree with scissorfighter that they're built poorly, but they aren't the best keyboards either. I personally don't use them because I like a heavy spring, and the EZ series offers that. Plus, the EZ has jog/shuttle built in, and while I used to use Contour Design on everything, I've found I really like the jog shuttle on the keyboard. However, I've also got my Contour plugged into the USB port on the keyboard because it is still very useful for shortcuts.
I don't use a Wacom, but Gary Kleiner seems to be a whiz with one.
GaryKleiner wrote on 12/3/2004, 11:03 PM
>wacom is indispensable for computer-generated 2d animations but of no use whatsoever (as far as I know) for Vegas functions.

If I've missed something, please correct me folks.<

As Spot graciously points out, I use a Wacom tablet as my main input device while editing. I find it much faster than using a mouse. Using a variety of input devices helps a lot with preventing or easing repetitive use injuries.

Gary
groovedude wrote on 12/3/2004, 11:47 PM
You don't have to be diggin your grave to have aches and pains, I'm relatively young and had strain on my wrist until I switched to a wacom tablet. All pain left, and I find the tablet quicker than using a mouse. Best investment ever!

The only program I've had problems using in conjunction with the tablet is Lightwave--but the tablet comes with a pen and mouse so you can always switch between the two if you encounter problems.

I'd recommend a 6x8.
farss wrote on 12/4/2004, 3:19 AM
A Shuttle sure helps. I've you want a keyboard for typing get a Unicomp, not exactly cheap but they're head and shoulder above the rest. They're the guys who bought the rights to the original IBM buckling spring keyboard design. The keys have a definate mechanical click so you know when they've been hit.
For mice I don't think you can beat Microsoft, I think they make better hardware than software.
Bob.