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The ultimate video aquarium DVD can be set to loop indefinitely. You can even create custom playlists. |
Ambient Water includes saltwater, freshwater, and underwater coral reef sound effects. |
No matter what type of TV you own, the Ambient Water DVD will always fill the entire screen. |
Ambient Water was shot in HD (1080i), but is still a standard DVD. It will play in any DVD player. |
Pop Ambient Water into your computer's DVD-ROM drive for cool bonus features. |
Enjoy the calm and serenity of nine (9) crystal clear video aquariums
We've had so much success with our video aquarium DVD that we're now into our 4th edition. This newest version boasts:
- Nine (9) Video Aquariums: Real, breathing fish. These are not computer generated.
- Shot in HD: Ambient Water was shot in 1080i HD. It will still play on any DVD player.
- Dolby 5.1 Surround Sound: It's like you're inside the aquarium...but breathing...and not wet.
- No Black Bars: The Ambient Water aquarium DVD always fills your entire screen.
- Three (3) hours: Over 3 hours of crystal clear video aquariums.
- Bonus Bahamian Coral Reef: Includes a bonus underwater tour of a protected coral reef.
It's an Aquarium. For your TV. Pretty sweet, huh?
Not only is Ambient Water DVD one of the greatest products ever invented, it's fun, cool, and very relaxing. And with the ability to loop any scene, you'll never get jolted back into "reality" by an abrupt ending.
The DVD includes the following video aquarium scenes:
- Nine Fresh and Saltwater Aquariums.
- Four fish tank scenes that are 30 minutes long each.
- Six fish tank scenes that are 10 minutes long each. (Including 1 bonus scene)
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Here are just a few screenshots of several of the saltwater video aquariums. Only one scene in the Ambient Water DVD contains close-ups. We did this because on a 60" screen, the close-ups could be a little too close.
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The shot on the left is one of the most vibrant collections of fish on a TV we've encountered. The shot on the right is a very unique aquarium in that the entire habitat is living rock.
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These two shots are from the one close-up scene included on Ambient Water. We decided to name the clownfish on the right 'Morty'. While not starring in fake aquarium DVDs, he likes to swim slowly through his anemone and flirt with the other clownfish on the other side of the fish tank.
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We'd never seen a lobster in a fishtank that wasn't about to be someone's main course. So, we had to include 'Claws' in our ultimate video aquarium DVD. The clown fish on the right seems to have had enough of Morty and is heading to the other side of the aquarium.
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These are screenshots from our freshwater aquariums. The fish tank on the left is filled with frogs that put on quite a show when heading towards the top of the tank. The bright colors of the guppies on the right are simply mesmerizing.
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Two more freshwater fish tanks filled with neon tetras. Put these fish on your TV and you may be tempted to start talking to them. Go ahead, no one has to know.
Dolby 5.1: Tommy, can you hear me?
With the Ambient Water DVD's Dolby 5.1 surround sound, you can completely immerse yourself in any one of the eleven scenes included.
You may be wondering if we actually put real microphones into a fishtank. The answer is yes. But I wouldn't suggest trying that at home.
Looping Mode: ...the fish in the bowl swim 'round an' 'round
Every DVD in the Ambient Series has the ability to loop any scene. This means there won't be any breaks in the action if you simply want your favorite scene to play over and over.
However, if you get bored watching the same scene over and over, you can use our exclusive playlist feature to create your own playlists of scenes.
Create your Own Playlist
One of the hallmarks of our Ambient Series is the ability to setup the DVD how you want to watch it. You pick the scene and you pick the audio.
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Works on all Televisions. Always fills the entire screen.
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Our video aquarium DVD always fills the entire screen on all TVs. No Black Bars. Although we shot the Ambient Water aquarium DVD in high definition, it will still play on any TV. We specifically designed Ambient Water so that it will always fill the entire screen (no black bars) - because we've never seen an aquarium with black bars. So, if you're looking for the most realistic fake aquarium video, this is it. In our fourth edition, we've captured the best fish for TV we've ever shot. Enjoy! |
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Martini Guy says: "I don't even have a TV. But if I did, Ambient Water would fill the whole screen." |
Bonus #1: Underwater Coral Reef Tour
In addition to the plethora of video aquariums on Ambient Water, we've also included some stellar underwater footage that we shot in the Bahamas. While this isn't technically the same thing as the other aquarium videos, it's still fish for your tv (or sharks, lobsters, sting rays, and other cool tropical fish).
Bonus #2: Relaxation Scene
OK, this isn't traditional aquarium DVD fare either, but, what the heck, it's beautiful and relaxing -- just like our aquariums. Enjoy these bonus scenes.
Bonus #3: Computer Desktop Wallpapers
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Martini Guy says: "Look at the size of this computer monitor! It's huge!" |
We've included 85 high resolution desktop wallpapers on Ambient Water: The Ultimate Video Aquarium DVD.
Feedback and Reviews
"this arrived in yesterday's mail and our daughter loves it....she is almost 2 years old and i have decided this fish/aquarium dvd might just be the best babysitter yet." -Stacey S.
"Great DVDs!!! Love them!" -Yolanda R.
"Great Item!!!!!!!! Thanks!!!!!!!!! Recommend to anyone!!!!!" -Dylan H.
"AWESOME DVD'S! LOOKS LIKE THE REAL THING!" -Jake E.
"My second order. Thanks - great video. You gotta see this one!" -Katie V.
"WOW ... SUPER ... GREAT ... AWESOME ... FANTASTIC ... EXCELLENT ... THANKS :-)" -Bethany T.
"Item is very cool. Timely shipping. Thank you very much. Recommend!" -Steve S.
"Great deal! ………Another satisfied customer! :o)" -Chris B.
"I received an aquarium DVD as a gift for Christmas. We love ours." -Lynn B.
"Rec'd. 1st order of Ambient Water and Fire. Extrememly pleased. Have placed 2nd order for entire Ambient Series as well as Golf and Boating. Keep up the good work!" - Catherine T.
"My favorites are the Fireplace DVD and the FISH DVD. I show them to friends and they just love it." -Kevin H.
"Thank you for your e-mail about your latest release. I have really enjoyed the three that I have and I will be ordering this one also. I really appreciate the quality of your DVDs, they are truly a work of art themselves. Keep up the GREAT work!" - Sherry R.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long will each aquarium video play?
Each of the scenes are either 30 minutes long or 10 minutes long. There are four scenes that are 30 minutes long and six that are 10 minutes long.
I'm not sure I dig your music, can I listen to just the sounds of the aquarium?
Yes, indeed! You can pair any of our audio choices (saltwater aquarium sounds, freshwater aquarium sounds, or music) with any scene on the DVD. It's a cool feature that gives you a lot of flexibility.
I don't live in the US. Will this aquarium DVD play in my country?
Yes. All of our DVDs are region free. That means that Ambient Water will play in any DVD player regardless of the region encoding of your player.
Is this the greatest video aquarium DVD ever produced by man and will purchasing many copies for myself and my friends make me as popular as Borat and as cool as The Fonz?
Yes, yes, and yes. We put a lot of work into the Ambient Water aquarium DVD to ensure we captured beautiful aquariums in the best light possible. We included features that you'll enjoy and we certainly hope your friends will be impressed. And in case you're wondering, we receive that question A LOT.
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Q: Hi, Can I purchase one of your ambient water acquarium dvd's in N.Z. Thanks, Sharelle
A: Hi Sharelle! Although we're not aware of any Ambient Water retailers in New Zealand, we're happy to ship worldwide.
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Q: How much is the site license for public display in a destination business?
A: You can find out more about commercial licenses at: http://www.vat19.com/dvds/ambientcommercial.cfm
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Q: I have a 130" hdtv/blueray projectorscreen,will this product still fill the whole screen?
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A: Ambient Water can be adjusted to fit either a standard or widescreen shape. If your projector screen fits either of those standard dimensions, then yes, you can make the aquarium scenes fill the whole screen. One thing to note, though, is that with a projector, you won't fill the whole screen if your projector is too close to the projector screen (but you probably already know that).
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Q: Is a site license required for use in an elementary school library?
A: No, educational institutions are not required to obtain a site license.
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Q: Is any of this sped up in any way or are we watching the fish in their natural state?
A: The footage on Ambient Water has not been sped up or slowed down. So, yes, you are watching the fish in their natural state.
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Q: I have an need to display an aquarium video for a local Childrens Hospital. The challenge is that they want the widescreen TV to be mounted in the portrait orientation. Will this work? Mark
A: The orientation would need to be an option on the TV. The orientation cannot be changed on the DVD.
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Q: Did a fish ever die during filming?
A: Yes, but we had stunt doubles. (Just kidding, no fish were harmed during the filming of Ambient Water).
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Q: Do you have a screen saver for our computers?
A: No, we do not offer computer screensavers. You can play the Ambient Water aquarium DVD in your computer, though, or enjoy the free wallpapers that are included on the DVD.
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Q: Will my plasma have screen burn-in from the aquarium?
A: No. Burn-in is caused by leaving the exact same image on the screen for a prolonged period of time. Because the video aquarium scenes are constantly changing, you should not expect to see any negative effects. You can read a much more detailed response to your question in the Technical Support section of our FAQ at www.vat19.com/faq.cfm
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Q: Will this play in a UK dvd player. Our system is PAL.
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A: There are actually two separate questions here. Our DVDs are region free which means they will play in any DVD player regardless of its region encoding. So, from that standpoint, yes, our DVDs will play in the UK. The other question is regarding the PAL format. Our DVDs, including the Ambient Water Video Aquarium DVD, are in the NTSC format. However, most DVD players sold in the UK are multi-standard, which means they can handle both NTSC and PAL formats.
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Q: I know it has loop mode of one scene. If you watch the dvd from start to finish, will it start all over again or will it go to a main menu .I guess what I'm asking is can you loop the entire dvd.
A: Yes, you can loop the entire Ambient Water DVD. You can use the handy "Play All" feature from the main menu or you can run a built-in playlist. Both methods continually loop the contents of the DVD. If you need more customization, build your own playlist, which will also loop.
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Q: In a Dr.'s office we enjoyed the fish swimming around the coral reef-it was captivating-we don't have HD TV -could we still use?? JCMYSAVIOR8@msn.com
A: The Ambient Water DVD is compatible with all DVD players. So, yes, it will work on both a standard TV and a high definition TV.
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Q: I have an old CRT-type TV,will this effect the resolution and visual impact of the DVD playback?
A: No. Ambient Water is designed to look great on any TV. It will always fill the entire screen on any TV type, including 4:3 CRTs.
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Q: Do you have a DVD that plays continuously without having to "program" it to the scenes one likes? We're looking for something we can just put in the TV, and just let it go from beginning to end...
A: The Ambient Water DVD does not require programming. Creating playlists is an option, but not a requirement. You can simply pop it in, click "Play All Random", and the Ambient Water Video Aquarium will play continuously until you turn it off.
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Q: how long will it take to get to the uk
A: Shipping speeds vary based upon the carrier and method you select. However, typical delivery times to the UK range from 4-10 days.
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Q: The jacket says the images were recorded in HD. Is the disc HD? We are playing it via an HD DVD player, but the picture quality is not as sharp as other HD programming we receive.
A: The Ambient Water DVD was shot in high definition. In order to achieve the widest possible compatibility, the footage was compressed down to a standard definition DVD so that it will play in all DVD players.
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Q: Is there a way to loop the video or play it over and over again so you can have it running an hour or two without having to stop and push play every 10-30 minutes?
A: All of the scenes in Ambient Water loop automatically. You do not have to do anything special to make the aquarium scenes repeat. It's completely hands-off.
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Q: Is it NTSC or PAL?
A: All Vat19 DVDs are NTSC.
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Q: Is this an aquarium shot all the time, or does it flip to close-ups?
A: This varies depending on which scene you are watching. Some scenes are shot from a single camera angle and in others the camera goes in closer to the marine life.
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Q: By any chance does this come in VHS? I have a small TV with a VHS player in my bedroom and thus the reason why I need a VHS tape instead of a DVD.
A: Unfortunately, we can't be of much help. We only offer a DVD version of Ambient Water.
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Q: The TV system in New Zealand is PAL B. My DVD is all
zones. Can I play an NTSC DVD on this setup?
A: All Vat19 DVDs are region free and will play in any DVD player. If your DVD player and television can display NTSC video content then any of our DVDs will work with your setup.
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Q: can i try this for free
A: You can get an idea of the content of the Ambient Water DVD by watching the video on our product page. We're sure that you will not be disappointed with your purchase.
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Q: Since this is a 3hour DVD did you compress the time qaulity of SP down to less than SP quality in order to fit it or did you use a dvd that holds more than 2hours SP at mode?
A: The Ambient Water aquarium DVD is a dual-layer DVD. This means that it can hold up to 4 hours of standard definition footage on a single disc.
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