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Support for Sapphire Edge for Sony Vegas Pro

Version 2

If you have a support question that is not answered by the information below, please click here.

Frequent Questions:

Installation and Uninstallation

Licensing

Watermarks and Trials

FX Central, Presets and Tutorials

System Requirements and Diagnostics

 

 

 

How do I uninstall Sapphire Edge from my current machine?

You need to uninstall the plugin software to remove the license from your machine.

  • On Windows: Go to Start -> All Programs -> GenArts SapphireEdge OFX. Select "Uninstall SapphireEdge OFX."
  • Follow the instructions and elect to register your uninstall over the web.
  • If your machine is not connected to the web, then
    • Select "Display an uninstall code to register on another computer's web browser."
    • Follow the instructions to register the uninstall via another machine.

 

Can I have different versions of Sapphire Edge installed at the same time?

No, SapphireEdge v2 will overwrite SapphireEdge v1 (if you install on the same machine).

 

How am I notified of complimentary software updates?

  • On Windows: Go to: All Programs -> GenArts SapphireEdgeOFX -> Check for SapphireEdgeOFX Updates.
    • ​Follow the instructions in the dialog box.

Notifications are also made available through standard GenArts communications, i.e. newsletters or other email communication.

 

How do I access my complimentary software updates?

Updates to your software are published on our website as the latest version of the installer and can be found by going to http://www.genarts.com/support/downloads

 

Why do I see firewall warnings on installation and first use of the plugins?

This is normal and is due to checking for updates.

 

Where is the Sapphrie Edge installer located?

You can find the installer here: http://www.genarts.com/support/downloads.

 

I received a message that "the number of installations permitted with this serial number has been reached." How do I activate my license?

This message indicates that you have installed your license on the maximum number of machines permitted. To free up your license, uninstall it from one of the listed machines and select the option to register the uninstall over the web.

 

Can I use the same license serial number on multiple machines?

Yes, you can install and run Sapphire Edge on two machines for each license you purchase. However, it can only run on one machine at a time (per purchase). For instance, if you purchase three licenses, you can install them on six machines, but only use three of them at a time.

 

How do I activate my license?

If the software is already on your machine, 

  • On Windows: go to Start -> All Programs -> GenArts SapphireEdgeOFX -> Install Serial Number.

Follow the instructions and select the option to authorize over the web. Click here if your machine is not connected to the Internet. If the software is not on your machine, go to: http://www.genarts.com/support/downloads/sapphire-edge-v2-sony-vegas. Click on the link to download the installer. Follow the instructions and choose the option to authorize over the Internet.

 

How do I activate my license if my machine is not connected to the Internet?

  • On Windows: go to Start -> All Programs -> GenArts SapphireEdge OFX -> Install Serial Number.

Follow the instructions and select “Authorize manually ...". Then, follow the instructions to register the install via another machine.

 

How do I transfer my license to a different machine?

First, you need to uninstall the plugin software to remove the license from your current machine. Then, install it on your new machine and follow the instructions to activate the license.

 

Which machines are my licenses currently installed on?

Go to http://www.genarts.com/sn-lookup.html. Then, paste your serial number and click "submit request."

 

How do I remove the "SapphireEdge" watermark?

Go to the "Help" dialog while using any plugin to determine if your temporary license has expired. If so, then you need to acquire and enter a valid license. Once you receive the valid license and activate it, the results should return to normal.

If you have a license that has not expired, review the following:

  1. Ensure you have run the GenArts installer on your machine, rather than cloning, ghosting, or copying files from another workstation. If you installed the software by copying, then download and re-run the installer;
  2. Ensure the date on your computer is correct;
  3. If the Ethernet address of your computer has changed since you ran the installer, then re-install the software and re-enter your license key.

 

How long does the trial last and does it watermark?

Your Sapphire Edge trial lasts for two weeks. The trial will act as a full version and will not watermark unitl the trial period is over.

 

My complimentary trial expired -- How do I get additional time?

The trial is for two weeks. After this time you may purchase a license at: http://www.genarts.com/buy.

 

How do I access training materials?

Tutorials and other training material are available within our FX Central community site. To view our existing tutorial collection, please visit: http://www.genarts.com/fx-central.

 

How do I access the documentation?

Documentation for Sapphire Edge is installed on your machine with the software and is available in HTML and PDF formats.

  • On Windows, go to: Start -> All Programs -> GenArts SapphireEdgeOFX.
  • Select SapphireEdgeOFX Help in HTML or PDF, depending on your preference.
  • A "Help" button is also available at the bottom of the plugin parameters, which provides information about the plugin, your license status, and links that bring up online documentation in your HTML browser.

 

Why don't I see my footage when I preview a transition in the preset browser?

You need to ensure that your current time indicator is on a frame that contains the SapphireEdge transition in order to properly display a transition preview.

 

How do I apply effects and use Sapphire Edge parameters?

Instructional information can be found in the documentation. Additionally, we created a brief video that shows how the plug-ins work. This can be found by clicking http://www.genarts.com/fx-central/tutorials.

 

How do I delete a preset from my computer?

  • On Windows Vista and 7: go to: C:\ProgramData\GenArts\SapphireEdge\presets\GenArts
  • On Windows XP, go to: C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\GenArts\SapphireEdge\presets\GenArts

​Select the Preset Look you want to delete. (They are in this format: SE_PluginName_PresetLookName.gp.)

  • Right click on the preset file and select "Delete."

 

Why do my transition previews sometimes not appear properly?

This is a bug in Vegas, which we hope will be fixed in a future release.

 

Why can't I create Vegas-native presets for SE Film Style?

This is a bug in Vegas, which we believe will be fixed in an upcoming release.

 

Why does the Video Event FX window disappear after loading a preset?

This is caused by a bug in Vegas Pro. Sony is investigating the problem, and we hope that they will fix it in a future release.

 

Why doesn't render to RAM work when using my plugins?

This is a bug in Vegas, which we believe will be fixed in an upcoming release.

 

I installed a Sapphire Edge preset pack on Windows XP. Why do my presets not appear in the preset browser?

When you installed the Preset Pack on XP the installer incorrectly placed the preset files (*.gp) in:  C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\GenArts\SapphireEdge\Presets\GenArts\ (the exact directory name will vary with internationalization).

The correct location for the preset files is:  C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\GenArts\SapphireEdge\presets\GenArts.

Please copy the *.gp files from the incorrect location to the correct directory. The new presets should now appear correctly in the Preset Browser. (Note that this issue should only affect Windows XP users.)

 

I shortlisted a look on FX Central, but I don't see it in the preset browser. How do I get it to show up?

The FX Central preset browser searches for shortlisted looks every time you click "Load Preset." If you have the browser open when you shortlist a look, you will need to close and reopen it for the look to appear.

 

How do I get the preset browser?

Navigate to the effects panel, click and drag an effect onto your footage, and click “Load Preset” to view the FX Central Preset Browser.

 

Can I create and save my own presets?

Yes, in Sapphire Edge v2, you can create your own presets as well as make custom lists of presets for specific projects or to mark favorites.

 

Where do the presets get saved to?

The presets are saved:

  • On Windows Vista and 7: go to: C:\ProgramData\GenArts\SapphireEdge\presets\GenArts
  • On Windows XP, go to: C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\GenArts\SapphireEdge\presets\GenArts

 

How do I e-mail my diagnostic log file?

Please e-mail the file s_log.text as an attachment or cut and paste in the body of an e-mail.
Your s_log.text can be found:

  • On Windows, in the following location: C:/Program Files(x86)/GenArts/SapphireEdgeAE/s_log.text

 

How do I find my machine ID?

Your machine ID is your Ethernet ID/MAC address: 6 pairs of numbers and letters A-F. You may see the pairs un-separated (d312a930bc7f), separated by colons (d3:12:a9:30:bc:7f) or separated by dashes (d3-12-a9-30-bc-7f).

  • On Windows: Open a terminal window: go to Start > All Programs > Run (prior to Windows 7) > Cmd
    • Type ipconfig /all (note space before /all)
    • Find the line that reads physical address.

 

What host product and operating system versions are supported?

The following are supported:

  • Sony Vegas Pro version 10.0e (32-bit or 64-bit) and greater running on Windows XP, Vista, or 7.
  • Sony Vegas Movie Studio HD version 11 (32-bit or 64-bit) running on Windows XP, Vista, or 7.

We are not currently supporting OFX products other than Vegas Pro.

 

Which CUDA capable video cards are supported by my plug-ins' GPU acceleration?

NVidia GeForce 200 or 400 series and recent Quadro 4000 and 5800 graphics cards are required for maximum performance. Click here for a full list of supported video cards. Your system must also have a sufficient CUDA driver version; drivers can be updated by going to http://www.nvidia.com/Download/index.aspx.

 

Will Sapphire Edge be supported on more host platforms later on?

We currently cannot comment on future product release but, as always, we’d love to get your feedback and feature requests.

Version 1

If you have a support question that is not answered by the information below, please click here.

Frequent Questions:

 

I received a message that "the number of installations permitted with this serial number has been reached." How do I activate my license?

This message indicates that you have installed your license on the maximum number of machines permitted. To free up your license, uninstall it from one of the listed machines and select the option to register the uninstall over the web.

 

How do I remove the "SapphireEdge" watermark?

  • Go to the "Help" dialog while using any plugin to determine if your temporary license has expired. If so, then you need to acquire and enter a valid license. Once you receive the valid license and activate it, the results should return to normal.
  • If you have a license that has not expired, review the following:
    1. Ensure you have run the GenArts installer on your machine, rather than cloning, ghosting, or copying files from another workstation. If you installed the software by copying, then download and re-run the installer;
    2. Ensure the date on your computer is correct;
    3. If the Ethernet address of your computer has changed since you ran the installer, then re-install the software and re-enter your license key.

 

Can I use the same license serial number on multiple machines?

Yes. You can install and run Sapphire Edge on two machines for each license you purchase. However, it can only run on one machine at a time (per purchase). For instance, if you purchase three licenses, you can install them on six machines, but only use three of them at a time.

 

How do I transfer my license to a different machine?

First, you need to uninstall the plugin software to remove the license from your current machine. Then, install it on your new machine and follow the instructions to activate the license.

 

How do I uninstall Sapphire Edge from my current machine?

You need to uninstall the plugin software to remove the license from your machine.

  • On Windows: Go to Start -> All Programs -> GenArts SapphireEdge OFX. Select "Uninstall SapphireEdge OFX."
  • Follow the instructions and elect to register your uninstall over the web.
  • If your machine is not connected to the web, then
    • Select "Display an uninstall code to register on another computer's web browser."
    • Follow the instructions to register the uninstall via another machine.

 

Which machines are my licenses currently installed on?

Go to http://www.genarts.com/sn-lookup.html. Then, paste your serial number and click "submit request."

 

How do I activate my license?

If the software is already on your machine, for Windows: go to Start -> All Programs -> GenArts SapphireEdge OFX -> Install Serial Number. Follow the instructions and choose the option to authorize over the web. Click here if your machine is not connected to the Internet. If the software is not on your machine, go to: http://www.genarts.com/support/downloads/sapphire-edge/sony-vegas. Click on the link to download the installer. Follow the instructions and choose the option to authorize over the Internet.

 

How do I activate my license if my machine is not connected to the Internet?

For Windows: go to Start -> All Programs -> GenArts SapphireEdge OFX -> Install Serial Number. Follow the instructions and select “Authorize manually ...". Then, follow the instructions to register the install via another machine.

 

How do I e-mail my diagnostic log file?

  • Please e-mail the file s_log.text as an attachment.
  • It can be found on Windows by going to: C:/Program Files(x86)/GenArts/SapphireEdgeOFX/s_log.text.

 

How do I find my machine ID?

  • On Windows, navigate to Run from your Start menu.
  • Type "Cmd" and hit Enter.
  • The machine ID is listed under "Physical Address." Your machine ID is your Ethernet ID/MAC address: 6 pairs of numbers and letters A-F. You may see the pairs un-separated (d312a930bc7f), separated by colons (d3:12:a9:30:bc:7f) or separated by dashes (d3-12-a9-30-bc-7f).

 

What host product and operating system versions are supported?

The following are supported:

  • Sony Vegas Pro version 10.0e (32-bit or 64-bit) running on Windows XP, Vista, or 7.
  • Sony Vegas Movie Studio HD version 11 (32-bit or 64-bit) running on Windows XP, Vista, or 7.

We are not currently supporting OFX products other than Vegas Pro.

 

Which CUDA capable video cards are supported by my plugin's GPU acceleration?

NVidia GeForce 200 or 400 series and recent Quadro 5800 graphics cards are required for maximum performance. Click here for a full list of supported video cards.  Your system must also have a sufficient CUDA driver version; drivers can be updated by going to http://www.nvidia.com/Download/index.aspx.

 

My complimentary trial expired -- How do I get additional time?

The trial is for two weeks. After this time you may purchase a license at: http://www.genarts.com/buy/sapphire-edge/sony-vegas

 

How do I get notified of complimentary updates?

On Windows: Go to, All Programs -> GenArts SapphireEdge OFX -> Check for SapphireEdge OFX Updates. Follow the instructions in the dialog box. Notifications are also made available through standard GenArts communications, i.e. newsletters or other email communication.

 

How do I access my complimentary updates?

Updates to your software are published on our website as the latest version of the installer and can be found by going to http://www.genarts.com/support/downloads.

 

How do I access training materials?

Tutorials and other training material are available within our FX Central community site. To view our existing tutorial collection, please visit: http://www.genarts.com/fx-central.

 

How do I access the documentation?

Documentation for Sapphire Edge is installed on your machine with the software and is available in HTML and PDF formats.

  • On Windows, go to: Start -> All Programs -> GenArts SapphireEdge OFX.
  • Select SapphireEdge OFX Help in HTML or PDF, depending on your preference.
  • A "Help" button is also available at the bottom of the plugin parameters, which provides information about the plugin, your license status, and links that bring up online documentation in your HTML browser.

 

Why don't I see my footage when I preview a transition in the Preset Looks Browser?

You need to ensure that your current time indicator is on a frame that contains the SapphireEdge transition in order to properly display a transition preview.

 

How do I apply effects and use Sapphire Edge parameters?

Instructional information can be found in the documentation. Additionally, we created a brief video that shows how the plugins work. This can be found by clicking http://www.genarts.com/fx-central/tutorials?term_node_tid_depth=34&term_....

 

How do I delete a Preset Look?

  • In Windows Vista and Windows 7, go to: C:\ProgramData\GenArts\SapphireEdge\presets\GenArts.
  • In Windows XP, go to C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\GenArts\SapphireEdge\presets\GenArts.
  • Select the Preset Look you want to delete. (They are in this format: SE_PluginName_PresetLookName.gp.)
  • Right click on the preset file and select "Delete".

 

Why do my transition previews sometimes not appear properly?

This is a bug in Vegas, which we hope will be fixed in a future release.

 

Why can't I create Vegas-native presets for SE Film Style?

This is a bug in Vegas, which we believe will be fixed in an upcoming release.  

 

Why doesn't render to RAM work when using my plug-ins?

This is a bug in Vegas, which we believe will be fixed in an upcoming release.

 

Why do I see firewall warnings on installation and first use of the plugins?

This is normal, and is due to checking for updates.

 

Why does the Video Event FX window disappear after loading a preset?

This is caused by a bug in Vegas Pro. Sony is investigating the problem, and we hope that they will fix it in a future release.

I installed a Sapphire Edge Preset Pack on Windows XP. Why do my presets not appear in Preset Browser?

When you installed the Preset Pack on XP the installer incorrectly placed the preset files (*.gp) in:
C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\GenArts\SapphireEdge\Presets\GenArts\(the exact directory name will vary with internationalization).

The correct location for the preset files is:
C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\GenArts\SapphireEdge\presets\GenArts.

Please copy the *.gp files from the incorrect location to the correct directory. The new presets should now appear correctly in the Preset Browser. (Note that this issue should only affect Windows XP users.)