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Activate codecs 335
Activate codecs
You may activate encoders/decoders for various file formats as required. The
corresponding activation dialog will appear automatically when the codec is used for
the first time, e.g. when a DVD is burned and the MPEG-2 codec is used.
Why does it have to be "activated"?
To import (decode) or export (encode) certain video and audio formats, you will
require a specific codec to be able to read in and export these formats. As soon as the
corresponding decoder or encoder is required, MAGIX Video Pro X3 will notify you
and ask you if you would like to activate it. Activation is only possible for a valid
registered version of MAGIX Video Pro X3. This is a copy protection mechanism
which ensures that only legal owners of the software may use it completely.
Free activation of codecs
To be able to use MPEG-2, MPEG-4, DolbyDigital stereo import, and DolbyDigital 5.1,
you will have to activate the codecs for free.
Activation can be done online via telephone or via post/fax. The quickest and easiest
way to order an activation code is via the Internet.
Order activation code online
Click on "Order online..." (Field 1). MAGIX Video Pro X5 will automatically contact the
MAGIX server and load the corresponding codec.
Note: Activation of the codec checks the registration data as required. Activation of
the codec only functions if your version of the program has already been registered
in your name. If you haven't registered MAGIX Video Pro X5, then you can do this at
any time.
If your computer has no Internet access, you have the following options for activation:
Order activation code in MAGIX Service Center
Use this option to conduct activation from a different computer which has Internet
access.
Enter activation code
After receiving your personal activation code, use the export or burn function to
reopen the activation dialog for the corresponding file format. Type or copy the
activation code into the input field in the dialog and click on "Activate...".