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Chapter 1, Introducing Matrox DSX
Matrox DSX Topology API overview
Matrox DSX Topology API hardware includes a comprehensive selection of
high-density video and audio cards that provide a full range of broadcast-quality I/O.
This PC-based hardware is available in various form factors, and offers advanced
hardware processing capabilities, such as up/down/cross conversion, video
compositing, audio mixing, frame synchronization, and fail-safe capabilities that
allow OEMs to build a range of solutions that meet the requirements of diverse
markets. For the latest information on available DSX products, see the Matrox Video
Developer Products website at
www.matrox.com/video/products .
Supported operating systems and development
platform
For a list of the supported operating systems and the development platform required
for the current DSX release, see your
Matrox DSX Release Notes .
Remarks
• Matrox M264 supports 64-bit applications only.
• The Matrox M264 card can be used in standalone mode or as a co-processor with
a Matrox I/O card (such as Matrox X.mio3). When used in standalone mode, a
universal clock is available. When used as a co-processor with a Matrox I/O card,
the system clock can be derived from the same source as the card that it is being
used with. For more information, see “System clock implementation” in the
Matrox DSX Topology API User Guide .
Validated systems and devices
For an updated list of validated motherboards, systems, and devices for use with
Matrox DSX, refer to the Matrox Private Developer Support website at
www.matrox.com/video/support/developer/private_support/login.cfm .
DSX system recommendations
For optimal system performance with Matrox DSX hardware, it’s recommended that
you have at least 1 GB of RAM per core (for example, 16 GB of RAM for a 16-core
system). You must also configure your system’s power management in your
computer’s BIOS and in your Windows power options as explained in
“Configuring
your system’s power management” on page 4 .