SONIC™ Configuration Guide
SD-series Encoders for Windows
This document provides the latest information on supported and recommended peripherals for the SD-500,
SD-1000, and SD-2000 Encoders on Windows. It supersedes any previous information you may have and includes
the following topics:
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“SD-500 Encoder Requirements” on page 2
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“Machine Control Adapters for the SD-500” on page 3
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“SD-1000/2000 Encoder Requirements” on page 4
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“Video Conversion Boxes for the SD-1000/2000” on page 5
For Macintosh configuration information for the SD-1000 Encoder, refer to the
for the SD-2000 Encoder, refer to the
Sonic Web site.
If you have questions regarding installation or system configuration, Sonic technical assistance is available on the
Web or by phone:
Web Support:
http://support.sonic.com/login/default.asp
Phone Support:
6am – 6pm PST, Excluding Holidays
USA & Canada, 1-888-SONIC-97 (888-766-4297)
International, +1-415-893-7000
DVD Creator Configuration Guide
DVD Fusion Configuration Guide
. Both documents are available on the
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SD-500 Encoder Requirements
SD-500 System Requirements
The minimum system requirements for the SD-500 include.
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Windows XP Pro Service Pack 1
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Microsoft DirectShow 8.1
1.7 GHz CPU
512 MB system memory
CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive
Monitor with 1024 x 768 resolution (1280 x 1024 recommended), 24-bit color (32-bit color recommended)
200 MB of hard drive space on system drive for the SD-series encoder application and related files
Separate hard drive for video and audio files (9–18 GB recommended)
SD-500 CPU Requirements
The following CPUs are recommended for use with the SD-500. Other CPUs may also be compatible but these are
the ones recommended by Sonic.
Dell Precision 340, Pentium IV, 2.4 GHz
Dell Precision 350, Pentium IV, 3.0 GHz
HP Workstation xw4000, Pentium IV, 2.8 GHz
HP Workstation xw4100, Pentium IV
HP Workstation xw8000, Intel Xeon, 2.8 GHz
The following CPUs are also recommended for use with the SD-500 but are no longer available:
Compaq AP 550, Pentium III
Compaq Evo W4000, Pentium IV
Compaq Evo W8000, Pentium IV, 2.8 GHz
Dell Precision 330, Pentium IV, 1.7 GHz
HP Workstation x1100, Pentium IV, 2.0 GHz
IBM IntelliStation E Pro (6214) Intel 1994 MHz
IBM IntelliStation M Pro (6850) Intel 1700 MHz
IBM IntelliStation M Pro 2D (6849) Intel 1.4 GHz
IBM IntelliStation M Pro (6229) Intel 2.2 GHz
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SD-500 Display Requirements
You can use the SD-500 with the following recommended display adapters.
Matrox Millennium G450
Matrox Millennium G550
Matrox Parhelia
ATI Rage 128
ATI Radeon VE
ATI Radeon DDR
ATI Radeon 8500
ATI Radeon 8500LE
NVIDIA Quadro NVS 200
SD-500 Sound Card Requirements
A sound card is required when using an SD-500. The following sound cards from Creative Labs are recommended.
Sound Blaster PCI-512
Sound Blaster PCI128
Sound Blaster PCI64
Sound Blaster 16 PCI
Locate your nearest Creative Labs retailer or buy online at: http://www.soundblaster.com/
Machine Control Adapters for the SD-500
If using an SD-500 to control a video machine via its RS-422 port, Sonic recommends the following RS-232 ->
RS-422 converters.
Pipeline PC (RS-232) – VTR (RS-422) Cable, http://commerce.secureinput.com/dpipe/
Addenda RS-2/4 Interface Adapter, http://www.addenda.com/rs2324.htm
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SD-1000/2000 Encoder Requirements
SD-1000/2000 System Requirements
The minimum system requirements for the SD-1000 and SD-2000 include:
Windows XP Pro Service Pack 1
Microsoft DirectShow 8.1
Microsoft Windows Media Player 7.0 or later
1.7 GHz CPU
1 GB system memory
CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive
Monitor with 1024 x 768 resolution (1280 x 1024 recommended), 24-bit color (32-bit color recommended)
200 MB of hard drive space on system drive for the SD-series encoder application and related files
Separate hard drive for video and audio files (9–18 GB recommended)
Note: If using an SD-1000/2000 with Windows XP, you must enable Bus Mastering in the BIOS settings. For
information on changing BIOS settings, refer to the manufacturer’s documentation included with your computer.
SD-1000/2000 CPU Requirements
The following CPUs are recommended for use with the SD-1000 and SD-2000. Other CPUs may also be
compatible but these are the ones recommended by Sonic.
Dell Precision 340, Pentium IV, 2.4 GHz
Dell Precision 350, Pentium IV, 3.0 GHz
HP Workstation xw4000, Pentium IV, 2.8 GHz
HP Workstation xw4100, Pentium IV
HP Workstation xw8000, Intel Xeon, 2.8 GHz
The following CPUs are also recommended for use with the SD-1000 and SD-2000 but are no longer available:
Compaq AP 550, Pentium III
Compaq Evo W4000, Pentium IV
Compaq Evo W8000, Pentium IV, 2.8 GHz
Dell Precision 330, Pentium IV, 1.7 GHz
HP Workstation x1100, Pentium IV, 2.0 GHz
IBM IntelliStation E Pro (6214) Intel 1994 MHz
IBM IntelliStation M Pro (6850) Intel 1700 MHz
IBM IntelliStation M Pro 2D (6849) Intel 1.4 GHz
IBM IntelliStation M Pro (6229) Intel 2.2 GHz
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SD-1000/2000 Display Requirements
You can use the SD-1000 and SD-2000 with the following recommended display adapters.
Matrox Millennium G450
Matrox Millennium G550
Matrox Parhelia
ATI Rage 128
ATI Radeon VE
ATI Radeon DDR
ATI Radeon 8500
ATI Radeon 8500LE
NVIDIA Quadro NVS 200
Video Conversion Boxes for the SD-1000/2000
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If you want to add YUV inputs and outputs to an SD-1000 or SD-2000 system, Sonic recommends standard thirdparty conversion boxes from the following vendors.
AJA Video
http://www.aja.com
443 Crown Point Circle Suite C
Grass Valley, CA USA 95945
Tel 800-251-4224 (USA only)
Tel 530-274-2048
Fax 530-274-9442
AJA provides a range of cost-effective conversion boxes. For distribution inquiries please contact Pam Thompson
at pam@aja.com. Recommended models include:
Item Number Description Estimated MSRP
D4E Serial Encoder SDI to NTSC/PAL (2 outputs) or Y/C $250
D5CE Serial Encoder SDI to NTSC/PAL (3 outputs) or Y/C, YPbPr/Beta/RGB $375
D5D Decoder NTSC/PAL to 8-bit SDI, 3-Line Adaptive Comb $595
D10AD Decoder Composite and Component to 10-bit SDI, 3-Line Adaptive Comb $890
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Miranda Technologies, Inc.
http://www.miranda.com
Miranda Technologies has a PicoLink line of converter boxes. You can contact them at:
North America Europe Pacific Rim
2323 Halpern Rd.
Ville Saint-Laurent, Quebec
Canada
H4S 1S3
Tel 800-224-7882 (USA)
Tel 514-333-1772
Fax 514-333-9828
Miranda Europe S.A.
222, 226 Rue De Rosny
931000 Montreuil
France
Tel +33.1.5586.8788
Fax +33.1.5586.0029
Miranda Asia KK
2-2-5 Tomigaya, Neoba 303
Shibuya-Ku, Tokyo
Japan 151-0063
Tel +81.3.5452.1690
Fax +81.3.5452.1695
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