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The Expression Encoder 2 SDK includes documentation, samples, and code to help you work with the Expression Encoder object model and extend the functionality of Expression Encoder 2.

The Expression Encoder 2 Object Model (OM) parallels the features exposed by the Expression Encoder 2 user interface and command-line application. It is built on top of multiple media technologies, including DShow, Silverlight and Windows Media.

This download includes:

• IntelliSense for Expression Encoder 2
• SDK documentation, including API reference
• Code samples
• Updated for Expression Encoder 2 Service Pack 1

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Visual Studio 2008, Visual Basic Express 2008, Visual C# Express 2008, or Visual C++ Express 2008 are required for application development. The applications built on top of the Expression Encoder OM will require Expression Encoder 2 to be installed on the client machine in order to run.

Expression Encoder 2 requirements are as follows:

• PC with 1 GHz or faster processor
• 1 GB of RAM or more
• 2 GB or more of available hard-disk space
• .NET Framework 3.5 (if it is not already installed, it will be installed automatically during setup)
• Support for Microsoft DirectX® 9.0 graphics with Windows Vista Display Driver Model (WDDM) Driver, 128 MB of graphics RAM or more, Pixel Shader 2.0 in hardware, 32-bits per pixel
• DVD-ROM drive
• 1024 x 768 or higher-resolution monitor with 24-bit color

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Actual requirements and product functionality may vary based on your system configuration and operating system.

1. Click Download (above).


2. Click Run.

By default, the SDK will be installed to c:\Program Files\Microsoft Expression\Encoder 2\SDK.