Additional Information about

SongWriter 2010 for Windows

SongWriter 2010 Read Me, August 2009
Copyright © 2009, MakeMusic, Inc.

Congratulations on your purchase of SongWriter 2010 for Windows!

IMPORTANT: Read this document before you begin working with SongWriter 2010 and print a
copy of it to keep with your SongWriter information.

This file contains important information about SongWriter 2010 not included in the User
Manual as well as information about converting older files into the new version's format.
Please note that SongWriter 2010 files cannot be opened directly in previous versions of
SongWriter. However, SongWriter does support export and import of MusicXML files, which
are compatable with recent versions of SongWriter. See Running older versions of
SongWriter and MusicXML below for details.

This document is organized by each version's changes; those of you already familiar with
earlier versions may wish to read only the new information. The Read Me contains the
following sections:

Running SongWriter 2010

New features in SongWriter 2010

You may also visit our web site, www.finalemusic.com, for updated information about
SongWriter and information on new releases.

Running SongWriter 2010

System Requirements
SongWriter 2010 for Windows requires Windows XP/Vista 32-bit (64-bit compatible). A
minimum of 256MB RAM, and 250MB of free hard drive space. CD-ROM drive. 800x600
minimum monitor resolution.

Installing SongWriter 2010

If any previous version of SongWriter has been installed on the machine, SongWriter 2010
recommends that you restart your computer and log on as System Administrator before
installing. This will prevent erroneous font warnings.

We always recommend that you install SongWriter, and any other software, when logged in
as System Administrator.

If you encounter problems during installation, we recommend that you do the following:

1. Turn off any programs running in the background. Virus detectors can often prevent
Finale from installing necessary files and updating the registry. Rest assured,
your Finale CD does not contain any viruses.
2. Press Ctrl-Alt-Delete, then click on Task Manager and then the the Process tab. In the
Processes Tab, click on "User Name" to sort the running programs by user ID name. This
lists every process that is running on the system.
3. Under the User Name column, look at all of the processes ("Image Name") with your
account name. Click on each one, and then click "End Process" and select OK. Do
this for every process assigned to your name except “taskmgr.exe”, “explorer.exe”, and
“System Idle Process.”
4. Close the Task Manager.
5. Check your system tray (lower-right corner of the screen) to see if any programs are
running. Right-click each of these and choose Close - especially antivirus software,
which does interfere with programs properly installing.

Authorizing SongWriter 2010

Windows Vista Users, in order to authorize you must open SongWriter as the administrator.
Right-click the SongWriter 2010 icon and choose “Run as Administrator” to do this.

The first time you launch SongWriter, you will be prompted to authorize. To authorize a
single copy of SongWriter, click Authorize Now! to open the Authorization Wizard (or, from
the Help Menu, choose Authorize SongWriter). Then follow the instructions to authorize your
copy of SongWriter via the Internet, phone, or mail. If you choose not to authorize, you will
be prompted to do so each time you launch SongWriter. If you do not register within thirty
days, printing and saving are disabled until you choose to authorize.

Note that the User/Authorization Codes are computer specific, and will only work on the
given computer installation. Make sure that the Authorization Code is typed in using capital
letters, and also verify that the correct serial number has been entered. Your copy of
SongWriter can be authorized on only one computer at a time, but with an Internet
connection, authorization can be moved from one computer to another at will. Simply
choose Deauthorize SongWriter from the Help Menu to open up a free slot. Your copy of
SongWriter can now be authorized on a different computer.

If you make a change to the computer (such as replacing the hard drive or motherboard, or
installing a new operating system), then you will need to re-authorize the installation. If you
have already installed and authorized, you will need to contact Customer Service directly by
phone, FAX or standard mail with your serial number and the location ID for the specific
installation in question, and one of our representatives can clear the previous authorization
from your account. If the software is not "reminding" you to authorize when you run the
program, then the registration/authorization has been successfully completed.

Starting SongWriter 2010 - DLLs

Most applications (including MakeMusic products) require a set of files, the Microsoft
redistributables, in order to work successfully on your system. These redistributable files are
normally already present on most systems and are not generally included in application
setup/install scripts - doing so would add about 1.5 MB to the size of the package, and cause
a longer installation process. More importantly, as these files are constantly updated by
Microsoft and are operating-system specific, including these files in an application installer
could result in incorrect files being added in your system and subsequent problems.

In rare cases these files may be missing or out of date on your system. In this case an error
will be reported when you start the program. Here are some examples of the errors that
could be reported:
If the files are missing...
'The dynamic link library MSVCP60.DLL could not be found in the specified path...'
or
'The dynamic link library MSVCRT.DLL could not be found in the specified path...'
If the files are out of date...
'The OCXTS.EXE file is linked to missing export MFC42.DLL:6880.'

If you see one of these messages, visit www.microsoft.com for more information regarding
these files and how to restore them.
User Manual
For full documentation on how to run SongWriter 2010, see the User Manual. To access the
User Manual, from the Help menu, choose User Manual.

Interface Changes
To see a list of all interface changes, see “SongWriter 2010 Interface Changes” in the
SongWriter 2010 User Manual.

Linked Parts Relationship in SongWriter

SongWriter 2010 does not include the Linked Parts feature available in Finale 2010.
SongWriter can, however, open any file created in Finale 2010 including those containing
linked parts. When doing so, the linked parts are invisible and changes to broken (unlinked
items) in parts are unavailable completely. Changes to the score that apply to parts, such as
changing pitches or moving linked expressions, do apply to parts as they would if you were
editing the score in Finale 2010. When the SongWriter file is saved and reopened in Finale
2010, the linked parts can be viewed and edited as usual.

Sharing Finale Documents Online with Finale Reader

Finale Reader provides a free, reliable, easy way to view and playback SongWriter
documents downloaded from the Internet. To open a SongWriter file available at Finale
Showcase, or another online resource, viewers now need to simply download the file to their
local machine and then open it in Finale Reader. This means all SongWriter 2010 files posted
on the Internet will be available for viewing on all machines. Finale Reader is available for
download free of charge at www.finalemusic.com/reader.

Contacting Customer Support

For customer support, visit http://www.finalemusic.com/support.

Converting SongWriter 2007 (and earlier) documents into SongWriter 2010

documents
SongWriter 2010 will open and convert older versions' documents, giving them the default
title "UNTITLED.MUS." We recommend saving a newly converted document with a different
name than the original file, keeping the older unconverted file as a backup. If you do want to
save the file using the same name, choose Save As from the File menu. SongWriter displays
the original file name, so you can click OK to rewrite over the old file.

Running older versions of SongWriter and MusicXML

SongWriter 2007 (and earlier versions) for Windows or Macintosh cannot open any
SongWriter 2010 file, except Standard MIDI Files. To share SongWriter 2010 files with
SongWriter 2007, you can export the file to MusicXML format (under SongWriter 2010’s File
Menu) and then Import the MusicXML file in SongWriter 2007.

New Features in SongWriter 2010

• Interface Enhancements offer a streamlined work environment with less switching
tools and more universal menu commands specifically designed to help you finish
projects faster.
• A Powerful New Selection Tool is now SongWriter's universal editing utility.
• New Staff Tool. Change the staff name, apply alternate notation, and make other
changes to staves with the Staff Tool.
• New Expression Tool. Add dynamics, tempo indications, technique text, and other
markings with the Expression Tool.
• New Page Layout Tool. Adjust the page and system spacing with SongWriter's new
 Page Layout Tool.
• New Navigation Tools. Use the Hand Grabber Tool and the Zoom Tool to easily
change the view percentage and visible region of the score.
• Scroll View. View your score in a continuous horizontal band.
• Cut, Copy, Paste, and Insert Improvements allow unprecedented flexibility when
choosing how, what, and where to copy. Plus, consistent results whether drag-
copying or using the clipboard, even between documents.
• Improved Selection allows you to easily select any region of music using the
mouse or your computer's keyboard.
• Additional Keyboard Shortcuts make many tasks in SongWriter even easier.
• Mixer Controls. Control the volume, panning, and reverb for your full score, and
find the perfect balance using convenient sliders and knobs for each staff - all in real-
time during playback.
• HyperScribe Improvements allow you to easily record first and second endings
and offer more control of the recording tempo.
• Easier Page Navigation. Use the PageUp and PageDown buttons to navigate
through pages.
• Expanded Setup Wizard Options allow you to select a Document Style, assign
Document Styles to specific ensembles, and add additional score information
including Arranger, Lyricist, and Subtitle. Vertical spacing of new Setup Wizard
documents has also been improved.
• Customize templates when you open them using the last two pages of the Setup
Wizard.
• More Text Inserts including "Arranger," "Lyricist," and "Subtitle." These are
recorded in SongWriter's New File Info dialog box dialog box and can also be defined
in SongWriter 2010's redesigned Setup Wizard.
• Categorized Expressions. SongWriter's new Expression categories offer easier
expression creation, editing, and management.
• Expression Attachment Indicators. Each expression is now equipped with an
indicator that displays its attachment point on the staff (relative to the beat or
measure). Expressions can now be dragged to different beats, measures, or staves to
change their attachment point.
• Improved tempo indications. Tempo marks and tempo alterations are now
completely integrated into the expression paradigm for easier handling.
• Updated Engraver Slurs. SongWriter's enhanced slurs automatically and reliably
adjust to match the contour of your music.
• Enhanced MusicXM. File interchange between notation programs and between
different versions of finale family notation products is more accurate than ever.
• Updated Human Playback. Human Playback's interpretation of the score is better
than ever.
• Easier Percussion Entry. Entering percussion has been greatly simplified with on-
screen feedback that displays the percussion instrument you are about to enter.
• Percussion MIDI Maps. To assign the appropriate MIDI notes to your percussion
parts automatically when you change the playback instrument, use the Perc. Map
column of the Instrument List.
• Beat-attached Chord Symbols. Chord symbols are now beat-attached, and no
longer require a host note or rest. Notes beneath chords can be edited
autonomously.
• Improved Chord Playback. Chord symbols now play for the duration of the
measure, or to the next chord symbol. Simply type "N.C." (for no chord) to interrupt
chord playback.
• Improved Chord Input. Type-in and/or Play-in chords without changing modes.
• Automatic Rehearsal Marks. Adding, deleting, and ordering rehearsal marks is
 now simple and completely automatic.
• Alternate Notation. SongWriter now offers slash and rhythmic notation, as well as
one-bar repeats.
• Create Multimeasure Rests with SongWriter's new multimeasure rest options.
• Score System Divider. Create System Separation Marks Automatically.
• Improved Help. Not only is SongWriter easier to use, finding help when you need it
is easier too! You will notice a cleaner Help Menu, convenient User Manual welcome
screen, and improved topic organization. Powerful filters allow for targeted searches,
which allow you to eliminate clutter and quickly identify the content you need.
• Transparent Handles. SongWriter's selection handles make it easy to move
anything in your score with great accuracy.
• Smoother On-Screen Appearance. SongWriter's on-screen display now features
anti-aliasing for smoother on-screen appearance (curves in particular) and more
accurate on-screen representation of your final output.