X5

Settings for and management of video projectors 251
High-quality output for dynamic zoom and combination effects: This improves the
display quality of zooms and effects, but results in longer loading times.
Move playback marker when selecting objects: This option automatically moves the
playback marker to the beginning of the selected object.
Import Formats
File formats that you never use can be de-selected here. Once de-selected they won't
be imported anymore. Please keep in mind that several import modules exist for some
file types (AVI, WMA); MAGIX Video Pro X5 uses the fastest one in each case. If you
experience problems during the import of certain files, you can experiment with
deactivation of certain import modules, forcing the program to use the slower, but
more compatible import module.
Display options
Activate video output
With this option, you can display your arranger view on an additionally connected
monitor. Without additional hardware, you can play a preview in any mode in order to
see how the final material looks.
Preview in the Arranger/preview window and playback in video
recorder/analog recording
You can set the playback mode separately for the arranger (including all preview
windows and effects dialogs) and the preview monitors during recording and in the
video recorder.
Always use DirectX9: Normally DirectX11 is activated for the preview in the arranger.
DirectX9 can be activated for Windows XP and graphics cards that don't support
DirectX11. You can also activate it if you are having general problems.
Video mode
The default setting is "Hardware accelerations (Direct3D)", which you shouldn't
change because it delivers the best results. If you are running into problems, such as if
the image remains black, you can see if the other modes work better. "Compatibility
mode (VideoForWindows)" switches hardware acceleration completely off, and thus
this setting should work best. It is also the slowest mode, in which the project
probably won't play smoothly. These options are irrelevant for file export and disc
burning.
Tip: Change video modes only in case of problems with presets, such as jerks or
persistent image artifacts.