Computer Concepts Eagle M2, User Manual

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1 . I n t r o d u c t i o n
About MultiMedia
Taken literally, the term 'MultiMedia' implies the use of many
different kinds of communication media to convey a single message.
However in recent years the word has earned a more specific
meaning, namely the combination of a computer with video, audio
and the printed page, united for the purpose of adding colour and
depth to the information presentation process, with the help of a
computer.
MultiMedia is the communication style of the nineties. In education
and training, traditional learning material is brought to life, with
video and audio technology adding a new dimension. As a
promotional tool, the MultiMedia-based information system is a
powerful method of retaining the browser's interest; small wonder
that big-time retailers such as Rover cars are using this technology in
consumer marketing programmes. Or that large institutions such as
museums use MultiMedia stations to guide their visitors around
buildings. The beauty of MultiMedia is that while digitally controlled
(and therefore self-contained), it can be interactive, letting you
explore a subject freely, accessing supporting material, images, film
and sounds in your own time, and according to your own
preferences.
The Acorn RISC computer, with its multi-tasking desktop and
highly graphical user interface, is the ideal platform for MultiMedia
work. This is emphasised by the advent of CD-ROM to the Acorn
platform, and by the sheer quality of material which can be shown on
the Acorn desktop. Even the traditional 'barrier' of a fixed 256-colour
desktop palette was lifted with the appearance of the ColourCard
graphics accelerator card.
The Eagle package
Eagle provides multi-media capabilities for both audio and video (
still and moving images). You can use Eagle either as a standalone
package or in conjunction with other movie editing applications.
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