There are many different streaming video formats currently being used on the Internet.  Prices vary depending upon length and file type.  We can also host your video clip on our website.

• Host Your Video Clip

• Real Player

• Windows Media

• Quick Time

  
  

Real Player

In order for viewers to see a Real Player streaming video presentation, the user must have Real Player installed on his or her computer. Real Player has a free download version or other versions can be purchased for around $29.95.  This streaming video format can accommodate many different types of internet connection speeds and operating systems.

Picture Quality:

Depending on the connection speed you think your viewers will be connecting, that should be the speed to place your video clips in.  The faster the connection, the better the video & audio quality of your video.  However, the slower internet connections can not handle the data fast enough to achieve high quality video, so something must be sacrificed. The first thing to suffer is picture quality.  Normally, video has 30 frames or pictures per second.  Take a look at what happens when compressing down to Real Media Files.

• 56k (low quality) 
  Files created for 56k may be reduced to maybe 1 or 2 frames per second.  The picture quality also suffers at the same time with a fuzzy looking picture, especially if there is a lot of motion or people in the picture.  However the audio still streams fluidly without stopping very often to buffer.  To view an example Click Here.
  
  56k Slide Show (clear frame quality) 
  Files created for 56k modems using the "Real Slide Show" format captures clear, sharp images, but drops lots of frames.  The image will change every 3-4 seconds instead of the regular 30 frames per second.  In many cases, this format works best for slower internet connections if you need good quality looking images. It works very well for products but does not work so well with people.  To view an example Click Here.
  
  Single ISDN (adequate quality) 
  Files created for ISDN (128k) users offers far better quality than the files created for 56k users.  The number of frames is about 4-5 frames per second.  The picture is still a little fuzzy, but for some video clips, this works well.  It also plays on 56k modems without buffering if the clip is small enough.  NOTE: The slide show 56k files have a sharper picture than that of the ISDN files with moving video.  To view an example Click Here.
  
  DSL/Cable Modem (good quality) 
  At high speed access like DSL/Cable, you can get about 10 frames per second in you real media clip.  This is currently an acceptable standard for streaming video with high speed access but can not work at 56k without severe buffering (interruptions).  To view an example Click Here.
  
  Corporate LAN (best quality)
  Sometimes it is advisable to give viewers a choice between perhaps 56k or DSL/Cable Modem.

Picture Size: Another factor to consider is the size of the picture screen.  Here are a few different sizes to consider.


The greater the size, the larger the file. The larger the file, the longer it takes to buffer.

This Size is 180 x 120
Considered Small

This Size is 320 x 240

Considered Standard Size

Rates: 

CC Video Productions rates for converting a video clip to either a Real Player or Windows Media file is based on the length of your video clip.  

• $25 Set-up Fee

• $1 Per Program Minute

Example:  A 5-minute clip would cost $30 plus shipping.  
$25 + (5 minutes x $1) = $30.  The file is burned on a CD and shipped to you.

If you would like to have your video clip available on the World Wide Web, we would be happy to host your video clip.  The cost is $30 per year and includes up to 83MB per month of data transferred.

Use the chart below to identify the size of different Real Media files and how many times your clip could play each month for only $30 annually.

If you should exceed the maximum number of times your clip should play during any given month, you will be billed $2.50 for each program minute.    

Windows Media

Most Computers these days comes with a Windows Media Player.  It is usually found in a folder called accessories or entertainment.  

Picture Quality:
Depending on the connection speed you think your viewers will be connecting, that should be the format setting when creating  your video clips.  The faster the connection, the better the video & audio quality of your video.  However, the slower Internet connections can not handle the data fast enough to achieve high quality video, so something must be sacrificed. The first thing to suffer is picture quality.  Normally, video has 30 frames or pictures per second.  Take a look at what the difference between the following 2 different formats for the same video.

56k dial-up phone modems  (low quality)

DSL/Cable Modem (good quality) 

Quick Time
Not available at this time.