1. 3.01 Explore multimedia systems and elements.
3.01B Multimedia Systems
3.01 Explore multimedia systems and elements.

2. Playback Systems
The computer system and any additional equipment used for viewing multimedia presentations.
Computer systems must include a:
Video graphics card to display graphics.
Sound card to play sound effects.
Note: The minimum computer system requirements for multimedia titles can be found on the package.
Teacher Note: One should also check the package material to find the minimum system requirements for playing the multimedia title before purchasing it to determine if their system can play the multimedia title.

3. Development Systems
Developing multimedia presentations requires a basic computer system.
Additional hardware devices may be used.
A computer with large storage capacity is recommended.
Note: High-end equipment can minimize production cost and time spent in creating multimedia titles.

4. Possible Hardware Devices
Basic computer system
Speakers
External storage devices
Scanner
Microphone
CD/DVD burners

5. Possible Additional Hardware Devices
Sound cards
Analog or digital camcorders
Digital video camera
Webcams
Video capture cards
Video tuners
Camcorders: digital or analog, for recording live action
Webcams: to include live, streaming video on a Web site
Video capture cards: for converting analog video to digital format
Video tuners: enable a PC to receive and save television signals

6. Review
Multimedia Systems
Playback System
Development System