SongShow Plus performance affected when running on a Notebook / Laptop system.
Applicable SongShow Plus Versions:
This article applies to all versions of SongShow Plus
* Updates correcting this issue may be available. Ensure that you are using the most current build of SongShow Plus from the Download page before proceeding. *
SongShow Plus performance may be affected when using a variety of SSP functionality, including but not limited to, visualizations, videos and effects. Features may be choppy or unusable.
Possible Cause:
Notebook system is running on battery power causing decreased performance.
Possible Solution:
We recommend that notebook systems always be run on line power instead of battery power for maximum performance.
Possible Cause:
System Power Management settings causing decreased performance.
Possible Solution:
Verify all power management features are disabled.
Possible Cause:
System BIOS settings causing decreased performance.
Possible Solution:
Disable SpeedStep or other BIOS power management. Consult your system manufacturer for detail on changing BIOS settings. You can learn more about SpeedStep in KB article SI012.
Possible Cause:
The Video Solution may be insufficient for proper SSP performance.
Possible Solution:
Most notebooks have integrated video that is not sufficient for SSP Professional. This may work for SSP Basic.
Possible Cause:
DirectX 9 error may be caused by an unsupported Intel graphics solution.
Possible Solution:
Many Intel integrated and discrete graphics solutions and drivers have eliminated DirectX9 support and will not function as expected. Refer to article DI15 for more details.
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