The Most Frequently Asked Questions we receive about our

VideoPrompter Pro Software

Is it possible to use VideoPrompter Pro software without building the 'before- the-lens' prompter box?

Yes, you can. In fact it is used quite often with lap-top computers for short, field takes in 'beside-the-lens' mode. You simply set the monitor right beside your camera, run the VideoPrompter software with the script loaded and shoot your video. All of the remote controlled smooth scrolling features are operational in both 'through-the-lens' and 'beside-the-lens' operating modes.

What kind of computer monitor will I need to use when constructing the VideoPrompter box for using the software in before-the-lens mode?

VideoPrompter works best with a standard 13 or 14 inch VGA, EGA, CGA or Hercules monographic monitor, however any monitor that will fit inside the prompter box will work.

I already own a different brand of teleprompter software. Can I purchase the 'Plans Only' that would show me how to construct my own VideoPrompter box to use with my existing software?

YES. As long as the software you now own is a professional package that allows you to display scrolling text in mirror image mode on your monitor. The complete VideoPrompter construction Video (running time 55 minutes) and the detail plans are available for $40.00 (US) plus our standard shipping and handling charges.

Can I use the VideoPrompter Pro software with a larger monitor?

Yes, besides using any size computer monitor in beside-the-lens mode, you can use a VGA to NTSC adapter to display video text on any size composite video monitor. For instance one customer uses the VideoPrompter Pro software as a teleprompter for his live lectures by running the computer video signal to two 35 inch TV's on each side of the room. He refers to them as a prompter while he gives his lectures.

Do I need Windows to run the VideoPrompter Pro software?

While you can run VideoPrompter Pro from Windows if you so desire, it is a DOS based program and does not require Windows.

What kind of computer do I need to run VideoPrompter Pro?

VideoPrompter will run on any IBM-AT Compatible system (with a minimum of 640K bytes of ram) from 286 up to Pentiums. Many people who are building dedicated prompter systems are opting to purchase used 286 or 386 SX systems from local computer shops (usually for about $200). Many Mac and business PC users have found that it is actually less expensive to purchase a used IBM system and our VideoPrompter Pro software than it is to purchase one of the other prompter software packages alone. They now enjoy the luxury of a complete stand alone prompter system for all of their video productions and they never have to rearrange their main computer system to use it as a teleprompter.

How much disk space is required for VideoPrompter Pro?

Not much! You can actually run VideoPrompter Pro directly from floppy disk since the entire program plus up to 5,000 lines of text run entirely in RAM during operation. Therefore no hard drive is required.

Can I use VideoPrompter Pro with my laptop or notebook computer?

You sure can! Many people use VideoPrompter Pro with their laptop and notebook computers for a portable teleprompter system. For a larger monitor, simply plug any VGA monitor into the external VGA port on your laptop. Another alternative is to use a composite video monitor with a VGA to NTSC adapter. Advanced Digital Systems makes small adapters for use with your notebook and laptop computer systems. These converters allows you to display your laptop output to any size NTSC composite video monitor. The External version even comes with a wireless mouse. These converters are available directly from us at The BayCoast Group.

OK! I'm convinced! Your low price, incredible features and 100% Satisfaction Guarantee has me ready to order. Now What?

The easiest way to order is call us on our TOLL FREE order line at 1-800-806-1994 (or if you are international call us at 1-813-536-1994) with your VISA, Master Card, or American Express number and your order will be processed and shipped out in less than 24 hours (orders are shipped via 2 day - US Priority Mail or via Global Priority Mail where available).