Compatibility

3D-Hub Player System Requirements

Introduction

The 3d-Hub Player is an advanced graphics application. It relies upon the same graphics hardware that is required to run modern computer games. That hardware is not expensive or hard to find, but it is specific. The 3d-Hub Player requires a DirectX 9.0 compatible graphics processor (GPU) with at least 256Mb of dedicated graphics memory. We also recommend a dual or quad processor and 2Gb of memory or more.

The three major GPU suppliers are Nvidia, AMD (ATI was acquired by AMD) and Intel.

Most GPU's will support 3D-Hub players' 2D and non DLP Link stereo 3D formats, although currently 3D-Hub Players' DLP Link technology will only work on the AMD GPU's listed below. (The AMD GPU must support AMD HD3D Technology).

If you do have a relatively new AMD GPU in your system then it is highly likely it will support all types of stereo 3D output. Desktop PC's with older GPU's can be upgraded fairly cheaply, where as GPU's in notebooks and laptops are almost certainly not replaceable.

Operating system (For Desktop and Notebook systems)

  • Microsoft® Windows® 7, Microsoft® Windows Vista®, 64 bit and 32 bit versions are both supported (the software is not currently Mac compatible)
  • Intel® Pentium® 4 1.4 GHz, equivalent AMD® or higher
  • 2 GB RAM (4 GB recommended)

GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) for use with non DLP link stereo projectors and monitors

  • Any desktop or notebook with a Direct3D 9 capable graphics card (256 MB or higher video card memory, 1 GB or higher recommended). Latest drivers for the GPU are recommended.

  • Output modes include:

    • Anaglyph (red/cyan)
    • Black & White Anaglyph (red/cyan)
    • Side by Side – Full Resolution
    • Side by Side – Squashed
    • Over/UnderSquashed
    • Interlaced Scanline
    • Checkerboard

GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) for use with DLP link stereo projectors and monitors (Note: The signal can only be sent to your stereo 3D projector or monitor via HDMI)

  • AMD Desktop GPU's that supports AMD HD3D technology (latest AMD Catalyst Software Suite recommended)
    • AMD RadeonTM HD 5000 series
    • AMD RadeonTM HD 6000 series
    • AMD RadeonTM HD 7000 series
  • AMD Notebook GPU's that supports AMD HD3D technology (latest AMD Catalyst Software Suite recommended)
    • AMD RadeonTM Mobility HD 5600 series
    • AMD RadeonTM Mobility HD 5700 series
    • AMD RadeonTM Mobility, HD 5800 series
    • AMD RadeonTM HD 6000 M series Graphics
    • AMD RadeonTM HD 7000 M series

Output modes include:

    • Quad Buffered DirectX

Very Important Note: Please be aware some Intel based Notebooks have an Intel integrated GPU as well as a standalone AMD GPU. These are referred to as "switchable" graphics processors. The PC decides which GPU is required to run at any given time due to the resources needed. This way simple graphics tasks use the integrated low power Intel GPU saving power, and heavy graphic tasks such as 3D games use the AMD GPU. Please make sure the Notebook has a dedicated AMD GPU and not "switchable" graphics, even if it states that it is HD3D ready.


3D-Hub Player output formats

Interlaced Scanline

interlaced

Also known as Alternate Line, Interleaved or Interlaced. This format is commonly found in LCD monitors and compatible 3D TVs.

Checkerboard

checkerboard

Checkerboard is most commonly used by 3D-Ready DLP TVs. Click here for a great video explanation supplied by Mitsubishi TV

Over/Under Squashed

over_under_squashed

This is commonly used in projectors and is a format that can be output via any GPU. (graphics processing unit - AKA your graphics card)

Side by Side – Full Resolution

left_right_squashed

Side by Side full resolution is commonly used in dual projector passive projection. For this, You will require a GPU that supports multiple outputs or use a graphics expansion module such as a Matrox DualHead2Go

Side by Side – Squashed

left_right_squashed

Side by Side squashed is supported by most new 3D TVs and some new 3D projectors.

Anaglyph

anaglyph

This commonly used format is ideal for those who do not have dedicated 3D display hardware. A 3D effect can be achieved from any display device as long as you have anaglyphic glasses (red/cyan).Click here for a great video explanation supplied by Mitsubishi TV

Black & White Anaglyph

black_and_white_anaglyph

This is very similar to standard anaglyph, as it uses a standard display in conjunction with anaglyphic glasses (red/cyan). However it does desaturate the colour before applying the effect to enhance the stereo effect, effectively losing the colour in the image.

Quad Buffered DirectX

quad_buffered

The player will output the correct format for those of you that have Nvidia or AMD GPUs that support Quad Buffered Stereo DirectX (this is found in Nvidia hardware that supports Nvidia 3D vision or AMD GPUs that support their HD3D technology). This format will give the best quality 3D image as it alternates full resolution images. You will also require a projector or display that is Nvidia 3D Vision ready or AMD HD3D ready. Click here for a great video explanation of active glass technology supplied by Mitsubishi TV


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