QSTI - Take a look!!
This is the company that givew the 3-D graphics for sports play, i.e. football, golf, baseball, etc.
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QSTI - QUESTEC IMAGING INC
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The following information is copied from the website at
questec.com:
QuesTec Imaging, Inc. is a publicly traded company. We are currently listed on
the U.S. Over The Counter Bulletin Board market. Our stock symbol is OTC NASD-
BB: QSTI.
QuesTec Imaging (formerly, SZL Sportsight Inc.) is an international
technology-based information services provider. The company's proprietary
software systems address unique and sizable markets. QuesTec's patented
technology tracks and captures live images and associated data, then
compresses and instantly reconstructs the live action in real-time
3-dimensional graphics. Applications are numerous. They include usage in
professional and amateur sports, television and video production, video games,
interactive internet services and security/surveillance systems. QuesTec has
forged alliances with multi-billion dollar corporations (e.g. Silicon Graphics
- NYSE: SGI) which clearly validates the company's technology and gives it
significant marketing and revenue potential.
Product Applications
Baseball:
Used for broadcasting, coaching and game strategy purposes, SuperVisionSM
optically tracks the ball from the moment it leaves the pitcher's hand until
it crosses the plate, then graphically displays the speed, path and trajectory
of the baseball. Broadcasters can add a new dimension to their presentation of
the game by being able to show and describe the actual speed, movement and
path of a thrown ball. Importantly, SuperVisionSM can generate revenue for the
television networks by creating a new medium for advertiser sponsorship. The
system is also an aid to players, coaches and team management. To date,
SuperVisionSM has been used by the New York Yankees, New York Mets, Florida
Marlins, Atlanta Braves, Chicago Cubs, Chicago White Sox, Colorado Rockies,
Detroit Tigers, Oakland A's, Cleveland Indians and San Francisco Giants during
games which aired over various networks. Most recently SupervisionSM was
contracted by NBC for their coverage of the 1997 Major League Baseball World
Series and National League Championship Series. The system is leased on a per
season basis, with the market for the 30 major League Baseball teams estimated
at $10 million per year.
Efforts are under way to introduce SuperVisionSM internationally, with a
strong emphasis on Japanese and Australian professional baseball. Revenues
from international baseball could exceed $3 million per year.
SuperScoutTM is a statistical analysis/data based software program featuring
the most comprehensive array of information for scouting, coaching and team
management purposes. The system is an aid for scouting prospects and
evaluating players in baseball. The Detroit Tigers are now using SuperScoutTM
to scout and evaluate other teams and players. Discussions are ongoing with
several Major League teams. Management estimates the market for SuperScoutTM
for Major League Baseball at $2.5 million per year.
Golf:
GolfProViewTM optically tracks and positions the golf ball, then displays in
real-time 3-dimensional graphics a wealth of information, including the
optimal putt path, taking into account the contour and conditions of the
green. GolfProViewTM premiered during the World Cup of Golf on November 11th &
12th, 1995 on NBC from Shenzen, China. Since its premiere, GolfProViewTM has
been used during four additional international tournaments.
The Sports Network (TSN) contracted to use GolfProViewTM version 2.0 for their
broadcast of the Greater Vancouver Open, August 22-25, 1996. Following this
event, QuesTec and Silicon Graphics engineers worked together on advancing the
look of GolfProViewTM. The system now creates a 3-dimensional virtual world
for each green model through the addition of digital images of the green's
surroundings. This technology was aired worldwide during the 1996 World Cup
Golf Tournament from Cape Town, South Africa and the 1996 Million Dollar
Challenge from Sun City, South Africa. Most recently GolfProViewTM was aired
nationally in Canada this past August during the 1997 Greater Vancouver Open.
Negotiations with various networks and sponsors for the use of GolfProViewTM
are in progress. GolfProViewTM is currently being marketed for use on a per
tournament or a complete tour basis. The international market for
GolfProViewTM is estimated to be $6 million per year.
Football, Cricket and Other Sports:
QuesTec is currently developing a virtual replay system for Football in
conjunction with Silicon Graphics. VRS FootballTM will graphically display
such information as ball location and player movement.
QuesTec has received several requests to develop a SuperVisionSM system for
use as an officiating and broadcast enhancement for international cricket. The
audience for cricket on an international basis is 5 times that of baseball.
The company plans to begin development as soon as the necessary resources are
allocated.
Other sports applications include rugby, soccer, basketball, tennis, NASCAR
and boat racing.
Video Games and Internet Broadcasting:
Questec's technology can be adapted to video games which will utilize the
database information captured and stored from our products. This data can
produce definitive replication of a live sporting event for video games and
real-time interactive internet broadcasting. QuesTec's data and motion capture
technology allow networks to produce live interactive internet broadcasts in
conjunction with their live television broadcasts. QuesTec is in talks with
several video game producers and television networks for such applications.
Commercial and Industrial Applications:
QuesTec's core tracking technology extends to industrial applications through
EagleEyeTM, an advanced and cost effective computer based security and
surveillance system. By using technology that tracks and monitors moving
targets and automatically "hands-off" camera views, precise monitoring of
subjects can now be achieved. There is interest by the casino industry for
this technology. Other markets would include surveillance of retail stores,
sporting events, and airports. Additional development will continue as soon as
the necessary resources are allocated.
Last Releases:
Thursday October 30 3:46 PM EST
Company Press Release
QuesTec's First National Contract for SuperVision is a Success
DEER PARK, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 30, 1997--QuesTec Imaging Inc.
(QuesTec), (NASD-BB:QSTI) announces that it has successfully completed its
first national contract for its patented SuperVision(SM) system.
SuperVision(SM) was utilized by NBC to enhance their broadcast of the 1997
Major League Baseball National League Championship Series (NLCS) and the 1997
World Series. SuperVision(SM) replays were shown on air over 80 times
throughout the course of the Playoffs and World Series. The contract totaled
$109,800.00 (US) for the 13 games (6 NLCS and 7 World Series).
The NBC staff have expressed that they were impressed with the speed and
accuracy of the recently updated version of SuperVision(SM). Additionally,
numerous positive responses have been received by both email and verbal
communications regarding SuperVision's(SM) usage and performance.
NBC's national broadcast of SuperVision(SM) throughout the World Series and
Playoffs has solidified SuperVision's(SM) market acceptance and the FOX
network international broadcast has given SuperVision(SM) worldwide
recognition. SuperVision(SM) was featured or mentioned in publications such as
the Miami Herald, Palm Beach Post and USA Today. The national exposure QuesTec
has received will help in future negotiations with existing clients and has
sparked interest with other national and regional broadcasters for baseball
and other sports.
''The only thing I didn't like about SuperVision(SM) was that Morgan (Joe
Morgan, NBC Sports Commentator) was hogging the monitor and I had to look over
his shoulder to view SuperVision(SM) replays'' said Bob Uecker, NBC Sports
Commentator, commenting on the continual SuperVision(SM) display in the
broadcast booth.
QuesTec develops and markets proprietary software systems that capture,
render, and display real-time graphic simulations for sports entertainment,
display media, business and industry.
This news release was prepared by management and they accept responsibility
for its content. Michael Russo, Director
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Friday October 10 12:53 PM EDT
Company Press Release
SuperVision to Make Championship Series and World Series Debut on NBC
DEER PARK, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 10, 1997--QuesTec Imaging Inc.
(QuesTec), (NASD-BB: QSTI), and NBC Sports (a division of the National
Broadcasting Co. Inc.) announce an agreement to utilize QuesTec's
SuperVision(SM) system.
SuperVision(SM) will be utilized to enhance NBC's broadcast of the 1997 Major
League Baseball National League Championship Series (NLCS) and the 1997 World
Series. Both the NLCS and the World Series are a best of seven (7) game
series. According to the agreement, QuesTec is guaranteed payment for a
minimum of five (5) games in each series. The total dollar value of this
contract exceeds $100,000.00 (US). This contract is QuesTec's first national
baseball broadcasting agreement for SuperVision(SM).
SuperVision(SM) will be used by NBC's commentators (Bob Costas, Joe Morgan and
Bob Uecker) to display and analyze key pitches, pitcher/batter match-ups and
key at bats. SuperVision(SM) will also provide NBC's production team with
additional statistical information. In addition, SuperVision(SM) will provide
World Series viewers with a three-dimensional view of the pitched ball's path,
speed and trajectory from the point of the ball's release until it crosses the
plate. The system will identify and display the difference between a slider,
curveball, forkball or fastball. SuperVision(SM) helps to educate the audience
and raises the level of viewer appreciation.
''This contract confirms SuperVision's(SM) industry wide acceptance and long
term viability as a network broadcast enhancement and statistical analysis
tool. This contract is the ultimate complement for SuperVision(SM),'' said
Edward J. Plumacher, QuesTec Imaging Inc.
QuesTec develops and markets proprietary software systems that capture,
render, and display real-time graphic simulations for sports entertainment,
display media, business and industry.
This news release was prepared by management and they accept responsibility
for its contents. The Vancouver Stock Exchange has neither approved or
disapproved the information. Michael Russo -- Director.
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Contact:
QuesTec Imaging Inc.
Investor Relations: Mike Russo, 516/243-1880
E-mail: www.questec.com
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