Merging VCube Installation Manual

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  • Page 1 Installation Guide...
  • Page 2 The soft- ware is supplied “as is” you, the purchaser, are assuming the entire risk of the results of using this Merging Technologies software. In no circumstances will Merging Technologies, its owners,...
  • Page 3: Installation Guide

    IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please read the following information very carefully before attempting any installation. Failure to com- ply with the precise instructions may result in damage to your Merging hardware. Please read this entire section of the manual carefully before installation.
  • Page 4: Hardware Warranty Information

    Merging Technologies, Inc. extends this Limited Warranty to the original purchaser. In the event of a defect or failure to confirm to this Limited warranty, Merging Technologies, Inc. will repair or replace the product without charge within sixty (60) days. In order to make a claim under this limited warranty, the purchaser must notify Merging Technologies, Inc.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    7 Mykerinos Installation Mykerinos Card Installation 8 VCube Software Installation Installation Overview: Driver Signing Running the Installer 9 VCube Software Registration 10 Troubleshooting 11 Lost or Stolen Merging Technologies Security Keys 12 Contacting Merging International Office: USA: 13 Index Page 5...
  • Page 6 Installation Guide Document: VCube™ Installation Guide 5 - rev1 Date: 30th April 2014 Installation Guide : 3 - 6...
  • Page 7: Introduction

    All video Clips will be resized to this format in real time. Therefore it is possible to play out an HD file on a standard SD output… VCube is an open solution that can import OMF, AAF, MXF and Apple XML Compositions.
  • Page 8: Vcube Versions

    VCube Versions VCube is available in LE, XE and SE software and card set versions and as SD, HD and HD-2K turnkey sys- tems. LE is a basic player, XE is a player allowing rendering and SE is a player/recorder. The VCube LE/XE/ SE Pro versions are shipped with our USBSync board to give TimeCode chase and Sync support on non- turnkey systems.
  • Page 9: Options

    Items included with VCube: • Installation Media with VCube software. • Sentinel or HASP USB security dongle. The security dongle authorizes both the VCube application and any optional features. • This Installation Manual • An appropriate video card • Video card breakout cable.
  • Page 10: For Users Performing Upgrades

    3 For Users Performing Upgrades Note: New V5 Keys have been issued for VCube V5 users. Be aware that V4 keys will only work with the Beta and Release Candidate versions of VCube 5. VCube We recommend uninstalling any previous version of VCube before installing VCube 5.
  • Page 11: System Requirements

    OS: We recommend and certify VCube Version 5.x under Windows 7 Professional. • VCube Native ONLY (versions from 3.x onwards) is certified to work under Windows 7 64-bit. N.B. VCube Native is NOT certified for Windows XP64 or Vista64 versions.
  • Page 12: Pc Setup

    Motherboard Utilities should NOT be installed. Display Settings VCube requires a minimum display resolution of 1280x1024 in 256 colors which MUST be set to small fonts mode. In Windows 7 and Vista environments we strongly recommend turning OFF the Aero fea- ture for maximum performance.
  • Page 13: Sync Board And Video Card Installation

    Please take all of the necessary precautions when handling the video card and all other PC computer cards. If you are in any doubt about your competence to install PC hardware please consult your Merging technologies Sales Partner.
  • Page 14 Inserting the Sync Board: Make sure the computer is turned off (and unplugged) before installing the Sync Board. • To avoid the possibility of static electricity damage to the PC or the Sync Board please use an anti-static strap to connect yourself to a known good earth. •...
  • Page 15: Mykerinos Installation

    IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please read the following information very carefully before attempting any installation. Failure to com- ply with the precise instructions may result in damage to your Merging hardware. Please read the entire chapter carefully before installation. STATIC DANGER NOTICE: Please note that the Mykerinos Audio Board contains delicate electronic components that can be dam- aged or even destroyed when exposed to static electricity.
  • Page 16: Vcube Software Installation

    The VCube software uses an automated installer wizard which will install all necessary prerequisites. We use a unified installer package containing the current versions of Pyramix, VCube and Ovation. The ini- tial installer screen offers the choice of Pyramix, VCube and Ovation. Choosing Ovation will also install Pyramix.
  • Page 17: Running The Installer

    Running the Installer Note: If you have a SafeNet dongle please remove this before installing VCube and replace it after installation is complete. Note: The AJA video card drivers are installed automatically when the machine is re- booted after a fresh VCube software install. You should ALWAYS use the Merging Technol- ogies versions of the AJA drivers and not those included with an AJA retail board or down- loadable from the AJA website to avoid conflicting driver versions with VCube.
  • Page 18: Vcube Software Registration

    Entering your Key(s) After the VCube installation process you will be prompted to enter your Authorization Key. If you click Yes the MT Security Settings dialog will be launched automatically, allowing the Key or Keys to be entered immediately.
  • Page 19: Troubleshooting

    10 Troubleshooting Please visit regularly: www.merging.com for the latest Troubleshooting Guide and FAQ sections. Installation Guide : Troubleshooting 10 - 19...
  • Page 20: Lost Or Stolen Merging Technologies Security Keys

    If your USB key is lost or stolen then please make a claim on your insurance in the usual way just as you would for any other item you own. Merging will be happy to confirm the details and value of the soft- ware licence and USB key to your insurance company.
  • Page 21: Contacting Merging

    Merging USA (Independent Audio) 43 Deerfield Road Portland, ME 04101-1805 United States of America Phone: +1 (207) 773 2424 Fax: +1 (207) 773 2422 For all documentation inquiries or suggestions for improvement: http://www.merging.com Installation Guide : Contacting Merging 12 - 21...
  • Page 22: Index

    Index Aero graphics PC Setup Power Management Power Schemes CE Notice Changing or re-entering a Key Contacting Merging Recommended options Display Settings SafeNet dongle Driver Signing small fonts DUAL Software Installation Software Registration STATIC DANGER STATIC DANGER NOTICE EMC Emissions...
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