PYRO A/V LINK 13ENGLISHGetting Started - WindowsMinimum System Requirements:Processor: 800 MHz CPU or fasterOS: Windows 98SE, WinME, WinXP or Win2000RAM: 128 MB or higher (256 MB or higher for editing)Hard Disk: 500 MB or higher Ultra DMA 5400 RPM or faster with DMA enabled(4 GB for every 18 minutes of video captured).Monitor/Graphics: Resolution of 1024 x 768, 32 bit color, DirectX 8.1 or laterSound: Standard Windows compatible sound card1394 Port: OHCI-compliant 1394 card or built in port functioning properly.Texas Instruments or Agere based 1394 host controllers are recommended.Note: Most 1394 add-in cards are OHCI compliant including theADS PYRO 1394 cards.CD-ROM: For software installationCD Burner: For burning Video CD’s (VCD) or Super VCD (SVCD) disksDVD Burner: For burning DVD disksWindows CD: The Windows CD may be needed to load 1394 drivers if you areusing Win98SE or WinMe.Optimize your system for DV capture and editing:It is highly recommended that you complete the following procedures to ensuresmooth video capture.1.) Make sure all of your drives are defragmented. This is done in Windowsunder Accessories/System tools. (Not required on the Mac)2.) Make sure your drive had DMA enabled. This is done in Device Managerunder Disk Drives. This procedure may require you to reboot after youhave enabled DMA on your hard drive. (Not required on the Mac)3.) If possible use a separate drive, even an external FireWire drive for savingcaptured video .4.) Close all unnecessary programs and background tasks when recording orexporting video.
