Frequently Asked Questions

What are the system requirements to run Presentation Manager

To use all the powerful features of Presentation Manager we recommend

• win7 / Intel® Core™2 processor 
• 2-4G RAM

  In addition, certain hardware is necessary

• A dual display graphics PCI Express card, or dual display compatible laptop.
• A video capture card (optional for a live video feed).
• A single computer monitor and a second output device (Projector, TV etc.)

What is Dual/Tripple Display?

Dual display means that your computer is sending out two separate video signals at one time.  Presentation Manager uses this technology so the operator can make changes to the program while it is being shown to the congregation in the middle of worship. With a dual display interface it is even possible to run an entire service, complete with backgrounds, songs and Bible text, without preparing anything beforehand.

Most laptops (but not all, check documentation before purchasing) are dual display compatible, and desktops can special video cards that support dual display that can be purchased from any computer retailer.

Is there a site license available for Presentation Manager?

Presentation Manager comes with a site license. This means that you can install and use the software on as many computers as needed on your site.
 

Is there a Mac version of Presentation Manager?

The MAC version is under development. We have been dissappointed with its performance. This is under review .For more information please visit synapxtech.com.

Can you import your own video and image files into Presentation Manager?

Absolutely. There is no limit to the about of data you can access through PM (except the size of you hard drive).  All of our data is managed in various files in the CreativeLifestyles/MasterData folder on your C: drive (typically).  By adding folders and images/movies to these files your data will be accessible through PM.

Can I play quicktime and realplayer movies through Presentation Manager?

Presentation Manager does not come with supplied with support for QuickTime and RealPlayer movies. Support for these can be enabled in Presentation Manager through the use of a third-party software ie codecs. K_Lite_Codec_Pack.

Anti-virus software

Presentation Manager is constantly accessing the hard drive to load images movies Bibles... Certain settings on anti-virus packages check for this type of activity and, consequently, conflict with PM.  When running PM it is best to disable any auto-protect features.

DVD playing

Unlike version 6 where certain DVD player would not work PM7 has been found to work with all DVD players

For version 6 Presentation Manager V6 currently best supports Cyberlink Power DvD
if there is no audio download the ac3filter



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