Scenarist SDv4 DVD Authoring

DVD Authoring Built for the Next 20 Years

Compatibility Is King

DVDs made with Scenarist SD just work. Scenarist SD is the benchmark for compatibility on set-tops, laptops, and in-car playback devices.

Comprehensive Authoring Control

Scenarist SD is easy to use but gives you the ultimate in authoring control when you want it. Hollywood relies on Scenarist SD to release their titles, you can too.

Expert Support

Scenarist’s support team is there for you; fast support, training, templates, and more. Visit the Support Site or via email: support@scenarist.com.

Scenarist SD is the DVD authoring system standard in Hollywood and post facilities worldwide

A format success story, DVD continues to endure even after 20 years! Content holders and consumers alike love DVD because it enjoys a near-ubiquitous playability from set-top players to desktop and laptop computers, game consoles to automobiles: everywhere.

We’re keeping pace with DVD’s on-going life-cycle with Scenarist SDv4. This version represents the most capable platform for authoring DVD ever created.

Here's What You Get with Scenarist SDv4

Microsoft Windows® 10 Support
Modernized core code and libraries – especially important to support future Scenarist SD updates
Electronic and network-based licensing means no physical dongles
Unlimited updates to Scenarist SDv4 means you stay current with SSDv4
User requested updates:
- Set the default “Forced Selected Button #” of the button highlight attribute to “Nonexistent”
- Change the 5 second time-out feature to 30 second time-out when displaying PGC pre and post command previews
- Change the default option to “Include THX Media Director Information” to off (unchecked)
- Remove the option to “Remove First PGC” from the SSD Scenario Editor
- Add a duplicate “Jump” button to Tool area of the Simulation window
- Add an automatic project backup capability that saves your work in case of an unexpected computer shutdown
- New “Save” option to Scenarist SD to enable you to accept or not accept changes to your work

The Ultimate Compatibility

First of all, DVDs authored with Scenarist just work. In the cheapest player to the highest-end institutional installation, no other authoring system provides you with the proven engine to make the most compatible DVD titles. If you’ve been using another DVD authoring program, you should contact us to learn about our upgrade program.

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