Updated 22-Dec-2017

v8.3 – v8.10

Product

Media Composer | Software
Win – Mac
(NewsCutter and Symphony are now options for Media Composer | Software)

All documentation for
Media Composer | Software

Link to all Media Composer 8.x docs

Readme PDF docs: 8.10 – 8.9.4 – 8.9.3 – 8.9 – 8.8.5 – 8.8 – 8.7.2 – 8.7 – 8.6.5 – 8.6 – 8.5

What’s New PDF docs: 8.10 – 8.9.4 – 8.9.3 – 8.9 – 8.8 – 8.7 – 8.6 – 8.5 – 8.4 – 8.3.1 – 8.3

Quick guides What’s new in: 8.9.3 – 8.9 – 8.7 – 8.6 – 8.5 – 8.4 – 8.3.1 – 8.3

I can also recommend this fantastic guide for MC 8.6.3

Interplay Production
Compatibility and Patches

What version of Interplay should you install on
Media composer, and what server does it work with?

(R=Version to install on Media Composer, S=Supported Server)
Editor & Interplay version compatibility

The Latest interplay patches

Mixed Important
Media Composer | Software Links

Media Composer | Software FAQ Link

Bin compatibility MC 7 -> Older versions see more here

Very useful storage calculator

Licensing
Media Composer | Software

Activate with an Activation Card: www.avid.com/activationcard

To check your licenses Log in to your account to get it

If you got a code or activation card here is how you renew your license

If you don’t see your System ID’s in your account then add it to your account

When I updated my Media Composer the license stopped working,
I have an active support How do I fix this? – Born on date info? Check here

Go to this link to add symphony option, or NewsCutter option to a dongle?

There is also this licensing FAQ here

Avid Application Manager

Media Composer | Software now uses Application Manager for licensing

Always make sure you are running the latest Application Manager

AMA Linking
Plugin support for
various cameras

Some AMA plugins must be installed manually
www.avid.com/ama

Great PDF workflow guides available here and here

Avid | Artist DNxIV

Product Page – Documentation – Feature Comparison – Connection Chart

(Supported from Media Composer 8.10 and higher)

Avid | Artist DNxIQ

DNxIQ Support Page
(Supported from Media Composer 8.8.3 and higher)

Product Page – Documentation – Feature Comparison – Connection Chart

Get drivers here http://esd.avid.com section: Avid Artist | DNxIQ

Slot configuration guidelines for DNxIQ What slot should I use?

Avid | Artist DNxIO

DNxIO Support Page
(Supported from Media Composer 8.4.1 and higher)

Product Page – Documentation – Feature Comparison – Connection Chart

Get drivers here http://esd.avid.com section: Avid Artist | DNxIO

Slot configuration guidelines for DNxIO What slot should I use?

Nitris DX & Mojo DX

Nitris DX brochure – Mojo DX brochure

Capabilities Link – Feature Comparison

Avid Open I/O Info & FAQ

 Open I/O FAQ & limitations link

Drivers and info
[AJA] – [Blackmagic Design] – [Bluefish 444] – [MOTU]

Qualified Hardware
Mac/Windows &
Slot Configuration

System Requirements Link

Avid tested systems:  Qualified Mac And Windows Systems

For stability, Install Mac/Windows properly!
BIOS, System Configuration Guidelines and Slot Configurations Link

Is my OS compatible?
Do I have the correct drivers?

MC 8.10 Supports Mac OS: 10.13.2, 10.12.6, 10.11.6, 10.10.5 – Windows 10, 7
MC 8.9.4 Supports Mac OS: 10.13.1, 10.12.6, 10.11.6, 10.10.5 – Windows 10, 7
MC 8.9.3 Supports Mac OS: 10.13.0, 10.12.6, 10.11.6, 10.10.5 – Windows 10, 7
MC 8.9.1 Supports Mac OS: 10.12.6, 10.11.6, 10.10.5 – Windows 10, 7
MC 8.8.5 Supports Mac OS: 10.12.5, 10.11.6, 10.10.5 – Windows 10, 7
MC 8.8.3 Supports Mac OS: 10.12.4, 10.11.6, 10.10.5 – Windows 10, 7
MC 8.8.8 Supports Mac OS: 10.12.3, 10.11.6, 10.10.5 – Windows 10, 7
MC 8.7.2 Supports Mac OS: 10.12.2, 10.11.6, 10.10.5 – Windows 10, 7
MC 8.7 Supports Mac OS: 10.12.1, 10.11.6, 10.10.5 – Windows 10, 7
MC 8.6.5 Supports Mac OS: 10.12.1, 10.11.6, 10.10.5, 10.9.5 – Windows 10, 7
MC 8.6.2 Supports Mac OS: 10.11.6, 10.10.5, 10.9.5 – Windows 10, 7
MC 8.6 Supports Mac OS: 10.11.5, 10.10.5, 10.9.5 – Windows 10, 8.1, 7
MC 8.5.3 Supports Mac OS 10.11.4, 10.10.5, 10.9.5 – Widows 10, 8.1, 7
MC 8.5 Supports Mac OS 10.11.4, 10.10.5, 10.9.5 – Windows 10, 8.1, 7
MC 8.4.1 Supports Mac OS 10.10.5, 10.9.5 – Win 8.1, Win 7
Avid KB here!

This link is really good for checking OS Compatibility

Recommended CPU’s and RAM for different
codecs, formats and workflow

Guide to system requirements depending of what kind of workflows,
codecs, and resolutions you are working with:
Here’s a link to the guide

Where can I download versions for my Avid Video Product?

Download Center direct link for updates: http://esd.avid.com
Trouble accessing download center? More information here
Need to create a new account? Follow this link

If I get stuck, where is the
Knowledge Base?

http://www.avid.com/support
Try the new Google powered knowledge base!

What level of support can I get for my Avid product?

The different levels: Expert/Expert Plus/Elite – brochure

Need to contact Avid Support?
Contact Avid Video (for technical support)
Check this guide on how to make a good case.

I need to contact someone regarding my online order:
Link to web-store support, physical/digital return

 Use this form if you have problems with your portal account, licensing issues, registration issues, or if you just need to contact Avid support without logging in

3rd party support matrix

What plug-in/3rd party versions are compatible with my Avid version?

Avid Plug-In Finder

Install & Usage guides for NewBlue Titler 2 & 2.5

Security Guidelines and Best Practices

What antivirus software is qualified? How should it be configured?

Link to KB or http://www.avid.com/securityupdate

Avid Quicktime LE codecs

Download link and info about QuickTime Support and Security for Windows

The Avid QuickTime PE Codecs are installed automatically with the editor,
you do not need the LE codecs on the editor.

If you need to play QuickTime files encoded with Avid Codecs, on a  system that doesn’t have Media Composer installed then get:
Latest v2.7.3 with DNxHR – DNxHD Codec Information

High-Resolution workflow guide

Using the original high-res media, you can then finish as file-based for the mastering and delivery requirements to film, UHD, 4K, 2K, HD or SD formats. Link to pdf another excellent guide here

Academic Related links

Avid for Education The main page regarding all Avid products.

Who can purchase and EDU License? Link

Media Composer Academic Q&A – Academic Eligibility FAQ

After purchase of EDU license, get your Avid Software activation code from www.identit-e.com/avid

Avid Community pages

Talk to fellow Media Composer, NewsCutter and Symphony users on the
Avid Community Forums:

Media Composer Mac – Media Composer Win – Broadcast NewsRoom – Symphony