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Can anyone tell me what size (type) monitor (monitors) will work best for V9? Since the properties box won't minimize I am moving it around all the time and it still is in the way. Before I make a monitor change I would like information if anyone has some experience with this. It is my understanding that for 2 monitors the computer must have a 'dual head video card'. It would seem more efficient to have 1 monitor and it be larger if it is possible to set the resolution in such a way to provide room on one side for the properties box. Has anyone resolved this monitor space issue so that it works well? Any advice is welcome.
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How do you like Version 9? Has anyone else used it and what is their review of it? Can you explain in more detail the monitor problem? -
I'm switching to 2 monitors this week. The main one will be 23" with 1920x1080 resolution. I will use a 19" monitor to park the design tools and for other applications.
I have set up my desk in an "L" configuration; one 3' and one 5' desk and a corner insert. I'll put the 23" monitor on the 3' side and the 19" monitor on the corner. It looks like it will work great.
I think you are considering getting one huge monitor instead of 2 smaller ones because you won't need to have a dual monitor support card and you won't have to worry about arranging your desk to accomodate 2 monitors. The down side I can think of is that a bigger, higher resolution monitor may cost more money than 2 smaller, higher resolution monitors. Then there is the issue of sitting close to a big monitor without getting some serious neck strain.
As for the version 9 upgrade, I am really looking forward to the ability to leave the properties window open. That is a huge improvement and a long time coming. I am also very excited about the change to the operating system that allows the use of the laser light to level the design in the hoop automatically using the laser.
Good luck on your decisions.
MaryMary Buckle, Charlotte, NCComment
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Can someone send the link where the system requirements list is stated? I can't find it anywhere. Thanks.Comment
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I use a 27 I thinkComment
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The system requirements for Design Shop Pro Plus, Version 9 . . . I don't think I specified that in my previous question. I went to the melco.com website, but the system requirements are not specified there.Comment
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I don't have the link, but I have a document with it in it. So I did a cut and paste.
Mary
Operating System
• Microsoft Windows 2000 with Service Pack 4 or Higher
• Microsoft Windows XP (Professional or Home) Service
Pack 2 or Higher.
• Windows Vista
• Windows Server 2003 with Service Pack 1
CPU/RAM
• Must meet or exceed the requirements for the operating system. In all cases, the faster the CPU, and the more RAM,the better.
Hard Drive
• 1.5 gigabyte (GB) of available hard disk space, plus additional space for embroidery designs as needed.
Video
Video card with 1024 x 768 resolution, 1 • 7" or larger monitor recommended
DVD Reader
• DesignShop V9is distributed on DVD
Input Devices
• Keyboard and Microsoft mouse or compatible
pointing device.
• DesignShop V9 or higher: three-button mouse
Ports
• USB port for DesignShop V9 security dongle
Internet Browser
• Explorer 5.0 or higherMary Buckle, Charlotte, NCComment
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Thank you Mary. Where it says the CPU/RAM must meet or exceed the requirements of the OS, is it referring to the Amaya OS? If yes, what are the Amaya OS requirements? This is vague. It also says the minimum monitor is only 7-inches? What then is all the comments regarding two monitors, or one very large monitor about? Doesn't seem like the software requires all that much really. Certainly doesn't require a dual core processor or some of the other things that have been reported. Am I missing something? Anyone out there upgrade from a previous Design Shop Pro Plus and Amaya OS to the new Version 9 on an XP computer that meets or exceeds the above requirement description? What is your experience?Comment
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The CPU/RAM requirement refers to the Operating System on your computer; i.e., Vista, XP, etc.
For the Design Shop software, or any graphically intense software, the more RAM and CPU power the better. Also, get the best video card you can afford for these kinds of programs.
MaryMary Buckle, Charlotte, NCComment
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System requirements cover both DS & AOS.
What I believe folks are referring to is that the Properties box, when displayed, is larger than it used to be and covers up too much of the working screen. Not sure why this is and if there is a cure for it, yet.
Two monitors would definitly work, so as to have the full design window to work in and have the Properties window open on the other screen.
Rod Springer
Amaya Tech & TrainerCertified tech & trainer<br />208-898-4117Comment
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Thanks Rod. Do you know if there are any available "screenshots" online to show what this appears like?Comment
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Also, can you possibly toggle between the properties box and design window? Is that an option?Comment
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Rod,
I like to keep the properties window open because I do so much work in it. Of course, when it is open it takes up real estate on the screen, therefore reducing the amount of area for viewing and working with the design. That means you have to scroll around more, taking more time and is more fatiguing. It matters when you are digitizing all day.
I don't think a "cure" is required for the properties box, but thanks for worrying about it.
I don't have version 9 yet, but it's on its way.
MaryMary Buckle, Charlotte, NCComment
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Another question about Version 9 . . . when you are browsing in your directory, can you view a DST file in the thumbnail view before opening it up? This wasn't possible in previous version of DS or OS.Comment
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Wow! I just found this tutorial on the melco site. Seems informative and kudos to Melco for doing this! I'm going to watch them.
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