Operating Instructions

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With a PC
Before using
2
Operating environment
≥ Even if the system requirements mentioned in these operating instructions are fulfilled,
some PCs cannot be used.
≥ A CD-ROM drive is necessary to install the supplied software applications. (A compatible
BD/DVD writer drive and media are necessary for writing to a BD/DVD.)
≥ Operation is not guaranteed in the following cases.
jWhen 2 or more USB devices are connected to a PC, or when devices are connected
through USB hubs or by using extension cables.
jOperation on an upgraded OS.
jOperation on an OS other than the one pre-installed.
≥ This software is not compatible with Microsoft Windows 3.1, Windows 95, Windows 98,
Windows 98SE, Windows Me, Windows NT and Windows 2000.
∫ Operating environment for HD Writer AE 2.1
PC IBM PC/AT compatible PC
OS Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Service Pack 2/Service Pack 3
Microsoft Windows XP Professional Service Pack 2/Service Pack 3
Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2
Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2
Microsoft Windows Vista Business Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2
Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate Service Pack 1/Service Pack 2
Microsoft Windows 7 Starter
Microsoft Windows 7 Home Basic
Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium
Microsoft Windows 7 Professional
Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate
CPU Intel Pentium 4 2.8 GHz or higher (including compatible CPU)
≥
Intel Core 2 Duo 2.16 GHz or higher or AMD Athlon
™
64 X2 Dual-Core
5200+ or higher is recommended when using playback function or
MPEG2 output function.
≥ Intel Core 2 Quad 2.6 GHz or higher is recommended when using
the editing or continuous photo playback function.
≥ Intel Core i7 2.8 GHz or higher is recommended when playing
back or using the editing function for 1080/50p
RAM Windows Vista/Windows 7: 1 GB or more
Windows XP: 5
12 MB or more (1 GB or more recommended)