User Manual

11A User’s Guide to Garritan World Instruments
Specications & Computer System Requirements
e following table lists the computer and hardware requirements for using Garritan World Instru-
ments. You can use Garritan World Instruments on most modern personal computers that meet the
specications listed below. ese specications provide the minimum standards. For optimal func-
tioning, we recommend you have a powerful enough computer with a fast CPU (Core 2 Duo or more
recommended), a fast hard drive, and a sucient amount of RAM. Please also observe the system
requirements of your host application, notation program, and/or sequencing program, if applicable.
See the Garritan forum or website if you are looking for recommendations or more information.
Computer System Requirements
Computer Operating System Hardware
Windows
PC
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows XP
(SP3 required)
Microsoft Windows Vista 32
Microsoft Windows Vista 64
• Core 2 Duo CPU or better recommended
• 1 GB Minimum, 2 GB RAM recommended to play the complex
ethnic ensembles. ere is a direct correlation between the number of
instruments that can be loaded and the amount of available RAM.
• 3 GB of free hard drive space
• Hard drive speed of at least 7200 RPM preferred
• Internet connection for download version, DVD-ROM drive required
for boxed version installation
• Monitor with 1,024x768 resolution or better
• A sound card compatible with ASIO 2
• Keyboard: A MIDI interface may be required if you are using a MIDI
keyboard. Many keyboards now use USB. e Mod Wheel on the
keyboard controls volume so make sure to move it up to an audible
level. If you do not have a Mod Wheel, then have the ability to assign
the controller within your music program or sequencer.
• High-quality speakers and amplier, or high-quality headphones.
• Internet connection for downloads, updates, and online registration.
Mac Mac OS X 10.6 minimum • Mac Intel CPU or better, Mac OS X 10.6 minimum
• 2 GB RAM recommended to play complex ethnic ensembles. ere
is a direct correlation between the number of instruments that can be
loaded and the amount of available RAM.
• 3 GB of free hard drive space
• Hard drive speed of at least 7200 RPM preferred
• Internet connection for download version, DVD-ROM drive
required for boxed version installation
• Monitor with 1,024x768 resolution or better
• A sound card compatible with Core Audio
• A MIDI interface may be required if you are using a MIDI keyboard.
Many keyboards now use USB. e Mod Wheel on the keyboard
controls volume so make sure to move it up to an audible level. If
you do not have a Mod Wheel, then have the ability to assign the
controller within your music program or sequencer.
• High-quality speakers and amplier, or high-quality headphones.
• Internet connection for downloads, updates, and online registration.