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Subject: playout system recs
From: Jim Curtis <jpcurtis@me.com>
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I'm getting ready to prep graphics for a video that's going to play in big-box retail stores, and client has asked for recommendations for playout hardware.

I'm behind on that kind of thing, but I'm thinking that a DVD player and a DVD set to loop is the cheapest option.  

But, I really don't want to do standard def graphics.  The video is being shot in 1080.

Is there a standalone HD player that doesn't require a computer that's idiot-proof like a DVD player that I can suggest to my clients?  

Something that I can load an H264 or other format onto, and they just hook it up to a TV and press play?

Some HDTVs have a USB port, and my research shows that some will allow you to play video from them.  That might be ideal.  But, maybe some of you can offer your thoughts on our options.


Thanks,
Jim C.





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