Purchasing Options for the APAS System
> Graham Fletcher
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> Thank you.
>
that would linkwith two normal digital video cameras please.
> Please may I have the up to date prcie for the 3-D video system software
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> To whom it may concern,
Subject: pricing
Sent: Monday, May 12, 2003 2:41 PM
To: <info@arieldynamics.com>
From: "Graham Fletcher" <fletcheg@ucfv.bc.ca>
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Ariel Dynamics, Inc.
John Probe
Sincerely,
questions.
Prices Subject To Change Without Notice
Notes: Shipping
Charges Are Not Included In Prices
$10,500.00
Analog Interface to the Note-Book (16 Channels A/D)
$28,750.00
Note-Book APAS w/DV Frame Grabber & 2 Cameras
$12,500.00 Note-Book APAS Work Station (Software and Hardware)
NOTEBOOK OPTIONS
8.
EMG Pre-Amplified Electrode w/APAS Interface
$ 750.00
$15,950.00
AMTI Force Plate With Ariel Software Drivers and
Interface
$
9,000.00 ARIEL Analog - 16 A/D Channels (Hardware &
Software)
7. ANALOG OPTIONS
500.00 $
HP-Color Printer with cable and software driver
$ 1,500.00
High Precision Calibration Cube
APAS Computer Cart
$ 750.00
MINI-DV Cassette Tape
$ 20.00
125.00 $
Digital Video Cable, 10 meter length
450.00 $
Digital Video Capture Card
$ 7,500.00
JVC 240 Hz High Speed DV Camera w/Ariel Software
Includes: SVHS-VCR, Converter Unit, Monitor, and Microphone
$ 8,500.00
VRG - Video Report Generation Package
150.00 $
1000 Double-Sided Stickers for Markers
300.00 $
Reflective Ball Markers (30 Markers)
350.00 $
Industrial Camera Light (250 Watts)
275.00 $
Tripod
250.00
$ Sound Board With Speakers
375.00 $
Zip Drive w/ APAS Backup Software
650.00 $
2G Jaz Drive w/ APAS Backup Software
425.00 $
CD-Rewrite
525.00 $
Multi-Media Compatible Analog Frame Grabber
500.00 $
High Resolution 19-inch Color Monitor
350.00 $
High Resolution 17-inch Color Monitor
Contact Ariel
Upgrade RAM Memory
6. HARDWARE
OPTIONS
5,000.00 $
Digital Video Software Drivers
-Requires
Capture Card For Every Camera (Listed Below)
$ 1,500.00
CAPDV (Simultaneous Video Capture To Hard Disk)
1,995.00 $
APAS-Gait (Kinematics Only) + APAS 3D Renderer
895.00 $
APAS-Gait (Kinematics Only)
495.00 $
APAS 3D-Renderer
SOFTWARE OPTIONS
5.
(Monitor Is Not Included)
(High Speed Cameras Also Available As Options)
Ariel Software Drivers For Digital Camcorders
Two Digital Camcorders (60 Hz NTSC)
All Computer Hardware (Listed In Item 2 Above)
All Basic Software (Listed In Item 1 Above)
Standard with every APAS-2002/240 APAS Configuration:
$24,500.00
APAS-2002/240 (Computer, Software & 2 DV Cameras)
5.
(Monitor & DV Software Is Not Included)
Two IEEE 1394 DV Capture Cards
Keyboard & Mouse
CD-ROM
Single Digital Video Compatible Frame Grabber & Software
3.5 Inch Diskette Drive (1.4 Meg.)
128 Meg. RAM Memory (Up to
512 MB available - optional)
60 GB Hard Disk (larger
capacity available as an option)
Pentium/AMD Computer (Minimum 1 Ghz)
All Basic Software (Listed In Item 2 Above)
Standard with every APAS-XP 2002 Configuration:
$ 15,000.00
(Computer & Software Only) APAS-XP 2002
4.
(Monitor & DV Software Is Not Included)
Keyboard & Mouse
CD-ROM
Single Digital Video Compatible Frame Grabber & Software
3.5 Inch Diskette Drive (1.4 Meg.)
128 Meg. RAM Memory (Up to
512 MB available - optional)
60 GB Hard Disk ((larger
capacity available as an option)
Pentium/AMD Computer (Minimum 1 Ghz)
All Basic Software (Listed In Item 1 Above)
Standard with every APAS-2002 Configuration:
3. APAS-Basic
2002 (Computer & Software) $10,000.00
EMG-Normalization EMG
Normalization and Analysis
(Software Drivers For Digital Camera Not Included)
VECTORS Module 3-D Force Plate
Vectors Superimposed On Video
Kinetics Kinetic module for joints
forces and moments
DELTA Software Module
Kinetic Lift Analysis
PANORAMA - Panning Camera Option
Software support for Panning Cameras
DISPLAY Module Synchronizes
Video, Analog, Stick Figure, Graphs, For Display and Printing
FILTER Module removes
random digitizing errors
TRANSFORM Module Transforms
digitized coordinates utilizing DLT or PPT algorithms
DIGITIZE Module
Simultaneous Digitizing Up To 4 Screens
Real Time Capture for up to 5
cameras.
CAPDV
Module Simlutaneously Captures Digital Video in AVI format direct to hard
disk,
(All software are NTSC/PAL,
Windows-95/98/2000; NT compatible)
Software Modules Included:
$
10,000.00 (Software Only) APAS-XP 2002
2.
EMG-Normalization EMG
Normalization and Analysis
(Software Drivers For Digital Camera Not Included)
VECTORS Module 3-D Force Plate
Vectors Superimposed On Video
Kinetics Kinetic module for joints
forces and moments
DELTA Software Module
Kinetic Lift Analysis
PANORAMA - Panning Camera Option
Software support for Panning Cameras
DISPLAY Module Synchronizes
Video, Analog, Stick Figure, Graphs, For Display and Printing
FILTER Module removes
random digitizing errors
TRANSFORM Module Transforms
digitized coordinates utilizing DLT or PPT algorithms
DIGITIZE Module
Simultaneous Digitizing Up To 4 Screens. 2D & 3D included
Real Time Capture Real time
capturing from any video source
CAPTURE
Module Captures Analog Video to AVI format files for Digitizing
(All software are NTSC/PAL,
Windows-95/98/2000; NT compatible)
Software Modules Included:
$ 5,000.00
APAS-Basic 2002 (Software Only)
1.
Price:
$USD Item
Description:
August 1, 2002
APAS Distributor
Price List
ARIEL DYNAMICS WORLDWIDE
The Ariel Analog module is required for sampling analog
data (force platform, EMG etc). This
module includes hardware and software.
ANALOG OPTIONS
3D AUTOTRAK This software module provides enhanced algorithms for use
with multiple cameras using the automatic digitizing option.
For example, if a marker is blocked in one view, the software will use
two or more known views of that marker to perform a real-time transformation to
calculate and digitize the location of the marker in the missing view.
This helps speed the time required for analysis.
APAS GAIT This software module supports the industry standard marker
sets (Helen Hayes, Keith Vaughn etc.) for lower body human gait analysis.
This analysis usually requires five cameras and also supports analog
input from force platforms to determine ground reaction forces.
3D RENDERER This software module is used to superimpose cylinders
and/or human skeleton on the stick figure generated by the Basic APAS software.
Sequences can be animated, rotated and/or translated for viewing while in
motion. Multiple sequences can be
compared for examining differences in a motion.
Color coded traces of relative velocity can also be added to user
specified points.
CAPDV This software module supports simultaneous real-time
video capture direct to the computer hard disk from up to five digital video (DV)
cameras. Multiple camera views can
be automatically synchronized and trimmed using an event recorded on the audio
channel. For example, clapping
hands, or the impact of a ball.
The APAS-XP (extra Performance) is a software option that
can be added to enhance the capabilities of the Basic APAS.
The APAS-XP software includes the following software modules.
SOFTWARE OPTIONS
DELTA - This software module uses the National Institute for Occupational
Safety and Health (NIOSH) standards for determining the joint torques while
lifting a specified weight. Since
the motion is calculated from an actual movement, inertial effects and the
frequency of lifting are also considered in the calculations.
APAS2TEXT This software module is used to export the X, Y, and Z data
for each point to an ASCII format worksheet.
The user can select Raw Position, Displacement, Velocity or Acceleration
measures to be displayed. This
module is often used to export the movement data so it can be imported to other
programs.
DISPLAY and APASVIEW Either of these software modules can be used to
display the results of the analysis. Multiple
windows can be opened to display the video file, stick figure data, graphs and
worksheet data. The activity can be
animated using the VCR-like buttons in the toolbar with all windows
automatically synchronized. Options
also exist for exporting the data to worksheet format for any custom analysis.
FILTER This software module is used to remove random digitizing
errors. Several smoothing
algorithms are available with independent control over the smoothing on the X, Y
and/or Z coordinate axes. Options
are also included for impact points.
TRANSFORM This software module utilizes the Direct Linear
Transformation (DLT) algorithm to convert the digitized information to spatial
coordinates. One camera will result
in a 2D analysis, while two or more cameras are used for 3D analysis.
DIGITIZE This software module is used to create the project for
analysis by digitizing the calibration points as well as the data points that
make up the sequence. Up to 6
camera views can be displayed and digitized simultaneously.
Support for automatic digitizing and panning cameras is included within
this module.
The Ariel Performance Analysis System (APAS) consists of
software modules designed to perform quantitative analysis direct from video.
All APAS software systems support both two-dimensional and
three-dimensional analysis. The
Basic APAS software package includes the following software modules.
CAPTURE and REALCAP These are older software modules designed
to capture video from analog video sources (VHS, *mm, Hi-8 etc) into Microsoft
AVI compatible format for use with the APAS.
APAS Software Modules
Please review the information and feel free to contact me for any additional
/topics/Downloading/Default.htm
site. The direct link is:
requirements. Download instructions can be found on the Ariel internet
This will allow you to evaluate the software and how well it meets your
You are encouraged to download the APAS for a no-obligation 30-day trial.
a description of each of the APAS software modules.
that shows the most commonly purchased configurations. I have also included
full hardware and software systems. I have attached the APAS price list
Performance Analysis System (APAS). These range from software only up to
Thank you for your message. There are many options for purchasing the Ariel
Hello Graham,
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Sent: Thursday, July 31, 2003 10:26 AM
Subject: Fw: Arizona Business Setup
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Sent: Wednesday, July 30, 2003 4:47 PM
Subject: Arizona Business Setup
Hi Bob,
I'm trying to help Cindy & JB Turlington set up
the Kinematics business in Arizona. Due to our limited budget for equipment
and looking over all the features on your $50,000 and $75,000 systems, I
would like to setup a listing of equipment needs along with the priority of
when to purchase the item.
To start the business I see we need the
Computer, 5 cameras & accessories, etc. After that should we get a force
plate or surface EMG?
Will you please prepare a listing, in priority
order, of the equipment we will need.
Thanks for your help,
Collin L. Hatch
Bob
Will get back to you.
I will be with Gideon in California, mid
September. Hopefully, we can get this project off the ground at that time.
If it looks like a go, and you guys can put together the basic equipment with
Gideon by that time, I will plan on extra time for training in Arizona with
Cindy and JB. It is interesting that you wrote today. I was thinking of
Cindy and JB this morning and was planning on writing to her.
I will discuss the software issues with Gideon and
see what we can do to help get this going.
We can add the force plate later at around $10,000
I believe. It would be particularly useful if she is going to be located in
the P.T.'s office since it can be used for a variety of P.T. evaluations and
applications.
10. A fast internet transmission line, DLT, Cable,
etc. ($50/ mo.)
9. A good, fast color printer ($300 for low end
dto $1000 for Minolta color Laser, depending upon volume)
8. Accessories (calibration cube, reflective
markers, etc.) (around $500)
7. Kinematic Consultants software (normally $5000
but will discuss)
6. APAS XP system (normally $15,000 but will
discuss)
5. Rather than going with a force plate initially,
we will go with a Strain Gauge for testing the work forces ($800-1000 range)
4. From Gideon- Analog board with input board for
EMG and Force Data (normally $10,000 but will discuss)
3. Three firewire cards and firewires (couple of
hundred bucks)
2. Three digital cameras (just bought some for
$400 apiece), lights ($200 apiece) and tripods (go cheap)
1. Computer 4-5 pcm slots for frame grabbing and
Analog to Digital converter, plus monitor.
For sure you will need:
Obviously, the prices do not pertain to you guys.
Gideon and I will do everything we can to get this project going at minimum
price.
Hi Collin
Thank you for your inquiry concerning the Ariel prices. You can
access the
Ariel prices on the Ariel internet site. The direct address is:
/Main/adw-54.html
In general, the USA prices are as follows.
1. Basic Ariel Performance Analysis System (APAS) software only.
Includes 2D and 3D software for automatic digitizing and panning cameras
Price: $5,000.00
2. Basic APAS
Includes: 500 MHz computer, 10 GB hard drive, 64 MB RAM, Multi-media and
DV frame grabbers, CD-ROM and all software in option 1 above.
Price: $10,000.00
3. APAS-240
Includes everything in option 1 and 2 along with two digital camcorders
capable of 60/120 and 240 Hz video analysis.
Price: $24,500.00
4. Also, with the purchase of any of the above systems, you can purchase
additional systems (software only) for $1,500 per computer. This software
can be installed on your existing computers and used to analyze any data
collected with the "master" system. This is a very useful feature,
especially in the University environment.
There are many other options that can be added to these systems as you can
see on the price list.
As you will find out, the Ariel systems provide many more capabilities and
at a fraction of the cost of any other available systems. Please refer to
a 3rd party independent study comparing commercially available systems.
This is also published on our internet site at:
/topics/comparison/default.htm
Please contact us for any additional information.
Sincerely,
Ariel Dynamics, Inc.
Email: info@arieldynamics.com
Hello,
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answers (in
Please review the information and feel free to
contact us for any additional questions.
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Sent: Tuesday, May 06, 2003 6:58 AM
Subject: Your Quotation
>
> your website, e.g. Tripod, APAS cart & Industrial Light.?? Pls
comment ?
> There is a much higher prices in some items regarding the price list on
>
> I have the following comments on your quotation:
>
> Thank you for your kind reply.
>
> Dear Sir,
ADI: The prices in your quote
are the most recent prices. Also, the prices on the web site are for USA
Domestic Sales Only! This is stated at the bottom of the price list.
> I think that you will mention a special distributor discount.!!?
>
ADI: We work very hard to provide the best technology at
the lowest price possible to the customers. There is very little
margin to be able to provide any discounts. We recommend that you
provide "added value services" that will allow you to mark up the
prices to your customers. For example, you could provide Installation,
Service, Training options etc.
> Also, I did not understand APAS workstation license = 7500$, I need
only
> to install the S/W on one PC,
>
ADI: As stated in the e-mail message, we added several
items that you may not require. The APAS Workstation license allows
the user to install the APAS software on existing computers. These
systems are capable of the full analysis options but do not support data
collection. As an example, the data could be collected on the
"main" APAS system and then transfer the files to the
"workstation" system for analysis. This makes the
"main" APAS system available for additional data collection and
does not require the user to wait until the system is free again. This
option is also useful in the teaching environment as it allows more students
to obtain "hands-on" experience than a single system. If you
do not require this option, simply remove it from the quote.
and then what is the 11500 $ means? For Basic system?
>
ADI: This is the base price for the Basic APAS system and
includes the computer, keyboard, mouse and the Basic APAS software.
This software supports 2D/3D analysis as well as automatic digitizing
capabilities.
> Do we will need a Time/code reader/writer or not ? and how we can
> capture the data from the two camera at the same time to have 3D
> Analysis ?
>
ADI: The Time/Code read/Write was an option used on older
VHS/SVHS APAS systems. We are currently using Digital Video (DV)
technology where the Time/Code option is no longer required. There are
two methods to capture multiple videos to the computer for analysis.
The first option is included with the Basic APAS and uses 3rd party DV
capture software. Images are recorded to tape using the battery
operated camcorders. The tapes are taken back to the lab where the
APAS computer is located. The 3rd party capture software is used to
capture the video (one at a time) to the hard disk drive of the computer.
The APAS TRIM module can then be used to Synchronize and TRIM the multiple
video files for the analysis. This option is usually desired when
working outside the lab because the computer is not required for the video
capture.
The second option for capturing multiple video streams requires
the optional APAS-XP software package. Included in this package is the
CAPDV software module that supports video capture direct to the hard disk
drive from up to 5 DV cameras. Multiple videos can be synchronized and
trimmed using the audio channel. This option is much quicker, however,
it requires that each camera be connected to the computer using a separate
DV capture card. For example, if you plan to use 3 cameras, you would
require 3 DV capture cards and cables to connect to the cameras.
> Do we can split the S/W screen ? If yes how many Frame can be displayed
> at the same time ?
>
ADI: I am not exactly clear on your question. When
multiple video images are captured, you can display up to 6 camera views in
the DIGITIZE module and all images can be digitized simultaneously.
> Do the Drivers for JVC Camcorder included?
>
ADI: Yes, if you purchase the JVC high-speed cameras, the
drivers are included. These cameras have been discontinued and are in
limited supply. To our knowledge, JVC has not produced a replacement
camera with the "high-speed" option included.
> APAS XP, is it an option s/w for gait analysis and can be added later ?
>
ADI: Yes, the APAS-XP (stands for APAS eXtra Performance)
is an option that can be added at a later time. I have attached a
document that explains the various software modules.
> Our customer asking for 2 years warranty, also, they need one
technician
> to train them for three days.
>
ADI: We normally transfer the manufacturer's warranty to
the customer. The computer hardware is warranted for a period of 1
year parts and labor. Transportation charges are the responsibility of
the customer. Warranties can be extended at a cost of 10% of the
purchase price per year.
Most APAS users learn the APAS without any formal training. Training
can be provided as an option. Training charges are $1,500
per day (plus expenses). The expenses include airfare, travel, food,
loging etc. Training usually takes 2 or 3 days. There are
several "free" options provided to "learn" the APAS
software.
1. The APAS manuals are located on the Ariel internet site
(/) and can be
downloaded and viewed by the customer. The direct address to the
manuals is:
Download Manuals
View Manuals Online
2. There is also an "on-line" tutorial provided
on the internet. The direct address is:
3. The APAS software modules also include standard
pull-down help files that provide step-by-step instructions for the basic
operations.
> Thank you and waiting for your reply
>
> Best regards
> Ahmed El-Diasty
> ITG Egypt
>
>
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