Vela 2000-0422 Installation And User Manual - Software Installation
Chapter 1 — Getting Started
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Software Installation
Before starting system software installation, determine the location of the MPEG
files that are to be played back. That information may be used during the software
install process.
The installation program will check for the following:
• Sufficient memory for the quantity of decoders installed.
• Correct Windows version (NT 4.0/SP6 or Win 2000).
• Adequate disk space.
The installation program will:
• Install drivers and other files to the optimum location.
• Copy sample applications to selected location.
• Update registry settings for installed drivers and programs.
Software Installation
The following sections pertain to the installation of Vela Release 2.6 system soft-
ware. Determine the operating system you are using (Windows 2000 or Windows
NT) and follow the corresponding instructions.
Be sure to review the “readme” files on the system software CD-ROM for
the very latest information on installation and performance issues.
Installing Under Windows NT
All of the software that you need to install the CineCast Quad Pro decoder on
Windows NT 4.0 is located on the single CD-ROM you received with the
decoder. Just follow these steps, whether you are upgrading to version 2.6 or
installing it for the first time. Remember that a number of system restarts
(reboots) may be required during the installation process. Do not remove the
CD-ROM disc from the drive until you've completed the last step of the
installation process.
NOTE: Hardware drivers for Windows NT are automatically installed with the application.
1. Uninstall any CineCast software currently on the system. Use the Windows Con-
trol Panel > Add/Remove Programs application. For details on uninstalling current
and previous versions of software, see “Uninstalling CineCast Software,” page 37.
2. Install Windows NT Service Pack 6a or later, if it’s not already installed on
your system. You can download this service pack from the Internet, or you can
install it from the CineCast System Software CD-ROM, as follows:
• Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM Drive. The Autorun install setup