Getting Started SURFCAM

System Requirements
The following operating system components are required by SURFCAM:
• Operating System: Windows® XP Service Pack 3. Microsoft .NET 2.0 framework
• Microsoft® Internet Explorer version 5.0 or greater
• DirectX®: DirectX® 9.0c (included) or higher
The following are minimum hardware requirements for SURFCAM:
• Processor: Duo Core II or higher
• Video: 512 MB Windows® XP DirectX® 9.0c or higher compatible display adapter capable of
1024x768 resolution in 16-bit color. Note: Integrated graphics cards can degrade performance.
• Memory: 2 GB RAM
• DVD drive
• Pointer: Windows® Compatible Mouse
• Communications Port: USB
Software Interface Module
Surfware sends a Software Interface Module (SIM) with the first purchase of the standard version
or the educational version of SURFCAM. Plug your SIM into a USB port
on your computer.
Important: Surfware recommends that you insure the SIM for the cost
of the SURFCAM system. If your SIM is lost, you will have to purchase a
full SURFCAM system to replace the SIM.
Installing SURFCAM
The SURFCAM DVD contains programs, neutral format files, sample files, and documentation.
When you insert the SURFCAM DVD into the drive, it will start automatically.
1. Insert the SURFCAM DVD into the DVD drive of your computer.
2. The DVD includes DirectX. If not already installed, SURFCAM’s installation manager requires
its installation before you are allowed to install SURFCAM.
3. Select the programs you want to install.
At the end of the installation, the What’s New document will display to let you know about the latest
features and enhancements in SURFCAM.
2 | Get Started with SURFCAM