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Here are the general questions concerning our solutions. Do not hesitate to contact us to get detailed information or answers to questions that are not listed in this page.

From which 3D software can I export 3D files?
  Today, you can export/import files from:
  • 3Dsmax(tm)
  • Filmbox(tm)
  • Maya(tm)
  • LightWave 6.0(tm)

    • As a 3D developer, do I have any constraint regarding the sizeof my 3D files?
      Well, the constraint are the usual constraint of real time 3D. Just keep in mind today's average end user configuration. You will get optimal quality if your animated scene stays under (but not limited to) 15000 triangles.

    What about textures?
      256 X 256 is today's current maximum size. QEDStudio will compress the textures in JPEG format, so it is better to work with JPEG textures, but not mandatory. Alpha channels are also supported with TGA textures. Note that these textures are not compressed in JPEG and then must be used for alpha channels only.

    Can I "make" a game with QEDStream?
      Yes, but "Click and Play" type games. (Riven or Myst type, no Tomb raider like.) Video game Real time cinematic scenes can be streamed.

    Is there a physics or game engine in QEDStudio?
      No there is no physics engine, or game engine in QEDStudio. But all of the effects present in your 3D software are recognized:
    To name a few:
  • Morphing
  • Skinning
  • Camera change
  • Camera Animation
  • Light animation
  • Interactivity...

    • What about sound?
      MP3 or GSM 6.10 are recommended, but Standard Windows Codecs can also be used.
    Both QEDMixer (server side) and QEDPlayer (client side) can mix sounds.

    Does QEDPlayer support Bézier Patches?
      QEDPlayer supports Bezier Patches since version 1.1.



    With what Browsers is QEDPlayer compatible?
      As of today:
  • PC I.E v4.01 min.
  • PC Netscape v4.5 min.
  • Macintosh Netscape v4.7 min.
  • PDA PocketPC 2000 or 2002 (with or without Internet Explorer)

    • What is the size of the player?
      290Kb.

    Where can I download QEDPlayer?
      From our website.
    Jump to Downloads to get the latest version.

    How do I uninstall QEDPlayer?
      QEDPlayer creates registry entries at HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\QEDSoft\QEDPlayer. You can delete the key.
    To remove the plugin under netscape, in Edit/Preference, in the advanced section, select Smart Update and uninstall player. Then empty both caches (memory and disk), then restart Netscape.
    Under IE, remove the plug-in with TOOLS/OPTIONS in the GENERAL tab, you have a SETTINGS button, and on the dialog box a DISPLAY OBJECTS. QEDPlayer Class can be removed here.




    What is QEDStreamer?
      QEDStreamer is a stream server for QEDStream.
    Based on a Modular Architecture, it can be extended thanks to QEDXtensions.
    These Xtensions are as follows:
  • Mixer Xtension: a dynamic stream generation module.
  • LiveEvent: a motion capture broadcaster