COMPUTERS & OTHER EQUIPMENT


What sort of computer do I need to run the Benesh Notation Editor?

You need a PC computer with Windows installed. The minimum specifications we recommend are:

Hardware

  • Pentium II 233 Mhz processor (586)
  • 64 Megabytes of Ram (Free RAM 20 megabytes)
  • CD-ROM drive
  • USB port (the program is protected by a dongle which fits into the USB port)
  • Free Hard disk space

Software

  • Windows Clipboard installed
  • Recommended: high-resolution graphics card (display at 1280 x 1024 pixels or higher)
  • Windows 98/2000/XP. The Editor will run on Windows 95 but the platform is now obsolete.
    Untested on Windows ME. NT is not supported.

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What sort of Printer do I need for the Benesh Notation Editor?
We recommend an A3 colour printer HP but you can print A4 scores using any printer that runs PCL6 (600 dpi).
Note, Printers running with Windows 98 need to be connected by parallel port.

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Does the Benesh Notation Editor run on Mac computers?
No – the Benesh Notation Editor only runs on PC computers using Windows operating systems.


Are you going to release Benesh Notation Editor for Mac/Linux/BeOS/other operating systems?
No - We have no current plans to release the Benesh Notation Editor on any other operating systems.