User Manual

Laserworld Showeditor 2015
Version 2015/1.0 2015 Page 11
Every laser operator should bear in mind that he is at any time responsible for
damages that may arise from his use of laser gear.
Versions 1.2.
There are different versions of the software available:
DEMO:
A DEMO Version of the software is available. The features of this version are limited
and it is not possible to output to any hardware interfaces..
Full Version:
The full software package is active as soon as a licensed hardware device is
connected, like the ShowNET.
With the full version of the software all options are enabled. Up to 16 output
interfaces (DAC's) can be used, controlled via 12 figure tracks including the
corresponding effects tracks. Furthermore, the "intelligent" DMX controller (DMX is
generally used for controlling lighting systems) can be used. Show protection against
unauthorized access can also be limited to the license number of the very interface
connected.
Minimum Hardware Requirements 1.3.
Minimum hardware requirements for the computer Showeditor should run on, are:
- Microsoft Windows (XP, Vista, Windows 7 - 32 or 64 bit version, Windows 8 - 32 or
64 bit version)
- CPU: Pentium 4, 1GHz or faster (a faster computer allows for smoother laser
output)
- 500 MB working memory or more
- 5 GB memory on hard drive and memory for the shows (possibly less)
- Sound card
- Graphics resolution minimum 1152 * 864 pixels (otherwise parts of the software
window are not visible), installed openGL driver
Attention Netbook user! Some Netbook displays may not meet the minimum resolution
specifications! Make sure to use a proper laptop/netbook for best user experience!
- LAN port 100MBit
Suggestions:
Two screens simplify the work with Laserworld Showeditor – we suggest using a
second screen, at least for programming. It simply makes things much easier.
It’s difficult to specify the “ideal” setup for running Laserworld Showeditor. Some users
work with Showeditor even on different operating systems (MAC and Linux, both with
emulators). The program is created for Windows XP (service packs 1 to 3), Windows
Vista (SP1 and SP2 with 32 or 64 bit) and also for Windows 7 and Windows 8 (both 32
and 64 bit versions). Also many computer systems with Macintosh operating system
with Windows emulation are possibly able to run the program. However, Laserworld