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Thank you for choosing ImageCELs! ImageCELs libraries, textures,
backgrounds, objects and botanicals are collections of high
resolution photorealistic imagery. Use these real world products to
construct presentation visuals that communicate your true design
concepts.
Royalty-free, ImageCELs work within all leading paint and rendering
software programs. ImageCELs are available on diskette, CD-ROM or
online.
Following you will find information on How ImageCELs are Used, How
To Create Your Own Library Free, ImageCELs Online, Free Online
Sample Files, Online Ordering Information, Downloading, Typical
Online Questions & Answers, ImageCELs Products and More Information
About ImageCELs.
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║ How ImageCELs are Used ║
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HOW ARE ImageCELs NAMED?
ImageCELs Trees & ImageCELs Shrubs have been devised to give you a
great deal of information just in the filename alone. The first 8
characters will be the actual filename in the subdirectory. For
each plant, there is an extended filename too, that will range from
11 to 12 characters. These extended filenames and explanations can
be found in the PLANTLST.TXT file included on this CD-ROM.
The PLANTLST.TXT file will contain complete plant descriptions
including botanical name, common name, hardiness zone, seasonality,
plant size, pixel height & width and pixels per square foot.
The 8 character filename information is as follows:
EXAMPLE: 6JUNCTA8.TIF A large shrub, Juniperus chinensis
Torulosa aurea.
1st character: the botanical FORM.
4 = Mature Tree
5 = Juvenile/Young Tree
6 = Large Shrub
7 = Small Shrub
2nd - 7th characters: the BOTANICAL NAME.
Examples:
JUN CHI, Juniperus chinensis, 1st 3 = genus, 2nd 3 = species.
JUN CH T, Juniperus chinensis Torulosa, 1st 3 = genus,
4th & 5th = species, 6th = variety.
JUN C T A, Juniperus chinensis Torulosa aurea, 1st 3 = genus,
4th = species, 5th = variety, 6th = cultivar.
8th character: an internal ID# 0 - 9.
There will be a maximum of 10 plants per individual species.
HOW DO I USE ImageCELs IN MY 3-D RENDERING PROGRAM?
ImageCELs have many creative uses in 3-D renderings and animations.
Texture maps are applied over any surface. Trees, shrubs and other
objects are "mapped" onto flat 2-D vertical polygons, substantially
reducing the rendering time needed. Several tricks are useful to
give the impression of 3-D. Placing the object into multiple
bisecting polygons will keep the object from looking "flat" as you
move around it. Position one of the polygons facing the light source
to cast a realistic shadow. Another method is to link one polygon
with the camera so that the object always appears to be facing the
user as you move throughout a scene; while linking another polygon
to the light source, resulting in the most realistic rendering
possible.
HOW DO I MAKE 2-D PLANS AND ELEVATIONS?
ImageCELs are ideal for plan and elevation development using CAD and
PAINT software. All ImageCELs assume a five foot horizon line, and
are easily scaled and placed from back to front to give the final
rendering a realistic look. Plan symbols may be "cut out" of any
ImageCELs plant and pasted onto site plans to develop a spectacular
aerial view presentation.
WHAT IF MY IMAGE APPEARS TOO LIGHT OR TOO DARK?
The files have been prepared to give the greatest contrast and the
gamma level is set about a mean value, approximating the setting of
1.8. These values were averaged so that adjustments in any direction
would result in the least loss of information (bits per pixel). As
the ultimate use of the images is unknown, please observe the
following...
The gamma is averaged and may need to be shifted depending on the
software and output display it will be used with. N.T.S.C.
television, for example, may require the files be gamma corrected
lighter, as they might appear slightly darker than desired. Lighting
similarly may require that the contrast or brightness be adjusted
before being rendered. Any of these file preparations are readily
performed using most image processing software. (See discussion on
Gamma located in _GAMMA.TXT file on this CD-ROM.)
HOW DO I GET RID OF THE BLACK BACKGROUND?
Most software treats black (0,0,0) as transparent. If your software
has this capability, set the key color or transparent color to
black. Other systems may require the background be white. This is
readily done using image processing software by globally reassigning
all black (0,0,0) pixels to the desired background color.
HOW DO I USE THE ALPHA CHANNEL?
The images have been developed with a bi-level alpha mask over the
non-black pixels. As a native file, the image edges are not aliased.
This is done for several reasons. Scaling the image smaller or
larger (even slightly) using image processing software capable of
handling alpha channel data will alias the image fully, and provide
a soft edge mask. The images have been developed at a very large
size requiring that you scale them to the correct ratio in relation
to the final output.
IN WHAT FORMAT ARE ImageCELs AVAILABLE?
ImageCELs Trees and ImageCELs Shrubs CD-ROM's are dual multiplatform
ISO 9660/HFS formatted. The 32 bit images with alpha channel masking
are in the .TIF (PC) & PICT (Mac) file formats. You may transfer
these images onto any computer platform using popular image
processing and file translation utilities. For easy use, 8 and 24
bit .BMP (Windows) & 8 bit PICT (Mac) formats with white backgrounds
have also been provided.
HOW ARE THE ImageCELs FILES NAMED?
The actual files are given an eight (8) character name and a three
(3) character extension after the "dot" (i.e. 4cupsem1.tif).
DO I NEED TO PAY FOR THE USE OF THESE FILES EACH TIME THEY'RE USED?
No, ImageCELs are royalty-free after your initial purchase! They can
be used perpetually in your works. Their only limitations are some
forms of digital redistribution. Please see the License Agreement
included with your package or contact IMAGETECTS to clarify your
needs.
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║Create Your Own Library FREE!║
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Do you need to create materials and plants for your computer
graphics?
Let IMAGETECTS -- the image processing specialists do it for you...
FREE!
How? Simply send us your slides or negatives (with prints) and we
will return the finished image file to you at no charge!*
You get the highest quality 32 bit seamless texture map or plant
image you need for your project -- free, while assisting us to
expand our database. These images are meticulously digitized and
processed using our proprietary development technology.
Contact Ms. Verdonna Ahrens at 408-252-5487 for details today!
*IMAGETECTS retains the right to include the material in its
digital libraries and must have a photographers release,
approving the digital image rights. Unsuitable photography
will be returned at IMAGETECTS discretion.
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║ ImageCELs ONLINE ║
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!! NEW ImageCELs ONLINE !! 202-686-2373 (modem setting 8-N-1)
ImageCELs are available individually through the FREE ASLA
DesigNetwork online service. The "ImageCELs Libraries" contain
hundreds of essential realistic tools for design professionals and
artists. ImageCELs Botanicals, Materials, Backgrounds, People, Road
Signs, Vehicles, CD-ROM Modules are available for downloading. Plus,
FREE demos and time saving information to increase your productivity
are also available now! The ever growing collection of ImageCELs may
be accessed on DesigNetwork 24 hours a day. Visit ImageCELs in file
area #13 today!
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│ ImageCELs ONLINE Products │
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ImageCELs Botanicals
ImageCELs Botanicals are a global plant collection that will
eventually encompass all commerciall-grown species worldwide.
ImageCELs Botanicals include mature and juvenile trees, large and
small shrubs, indoor plants, perennials, annuals and growndcovers.
Each plant comes with a detailed description such as botanical name,
common name, hardiness zone, seasonality and plant size. Plus, pixel
height & width, pixels per square foot, AAN (American Association of
Nurserymen) classifications and FREE .GIF thumbnails!
ImageCELs Botanicals are 32 bit color .TGA files with alpha channel
masking which provide superior quality and performance over fractal
or procedural plants for the production of realistic graphics and
simulations. $10 each, quantity discounts available.
ImageCELs Materials
Seamless and tileable textures of indoor and outdoor building
materials and industrial finishes. These texture maps are excellent
for all rendering, multimedia, simulation, modeling and virtual
reality needs. $10 each, quantity discounts available.
Also see the ImageCELs CD-ROM Modules list for additional textures
currently available.
ImageCELs Backgrounds
ImageCELs Backgrounds are scenic real world imagery suitable for
rendering and presentation purposes. From wide-angle landscapes,
skyscapes, seascapes and cityscapes to close-ups of plant materials,
stone, water, fabric and other environmental elements.
Place your CAD graphic into one of the ImageCELs Backgrounds for
that finished realistic look or use an ImageCELs Background to
display your latest sales figures at the next staff meeting. Uses
for ImageCELs Backgrounds are endless! $10 each, quantity discounts
available.
ImageCELs People
Coming soon! Populate your rendering! 2D people from all walks of
life. Useful for scale and personalization. See ImageCELs CD-ROM
Modules for images of people presently available.
ImageCELs Road Signs
Coming soon! All the possible road signage you will need: highways,
freeways, surface streets, etc.
ImageCELs Vehicles
Coming soon! The latest popular cars and trucks. See ImageCELs
CD-ROM Modules for images of vehicles presently available.
ImageCELs CD-ROM Modules
You may now order individual parts of the comprehensive ImageCELs
CD-ROM!! This library of 1,150 elements has been broken down into
similar group files. All of these group files have an "X" prefix, i.
e. XBRICK1. Prices are indicated at the end of each file
description. Each group is counted as one (1) file and quantity
discounts apply.
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│ FREE ImageCELs ONLINE Sample Files │
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!SAMPLES.ZIP - Try ImageCELs! We've included some FREE samples
for you to work with. A Maple tree, Forsythia shrub,
brick texture, lattice texture, stucco texture and
parchment texture. All textures are seamless and
tileable for smooth painting and rendering.
!SAMPLE1.ZIP & !SAMPLE2.ZIP - ImageCELs Trees & Shrubs samples.
A mature Maple tree with beautiful fall color, an
Arborvitae shrub and a flowering Chrysanthemum.
!VGADEMO.ZIP - This is an .FLC file animation showing some
before and after renderings.
1CUSTOMR.TXT and 1CUSTOMR.ZIP - Please fill out, sign and
return this Customer Agreement to IMAGETECTS. This form
supplies IMAGETECTS with all the necessary information for
processing your file downloading.
The 1CUSTOMR.TXT is an ASCII file for standard printout.
The 1CUSTOMR.ZIP file is for those who have a postscript
laserprinter.
2PRICLST.ZIP - The current ImageCELs price list and catalog.
Check this list frequently as ImageCELs Online are growing.
Refer to this file when ordering. Discount programs are
contained in the legend.
3LIBRARY.TXT and 3LIBORDR.ZIP - Save money and time! You may
order existing ImageCELs libraries on CD-ROM or diskette.
The 3LIBRARY.TXT is an ASCII file for standard printout.
The 3LIBORDR.ZIP file is for those who have a postscript
laserprinter.
┌─────────────────────────────────────┐
│ ONLINE Ordering Information │
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Ordering ImageCELs Online is easy as 1, 2, 3...
1. Complete, sign and return Customer Agreement (1CUSTOMR.TXT or
1CUSTOMR.ZIP) to IMAGETECTS. This can be done by Fax or mail.
2. Phone or Fax IMAGETECTS, the list of files you desire from the
2PRICLST.TXT file. You may also use this file as an order form
by downloading, printing it out, adding your name to the top
of the printout and circling the files you want. Fax or mail to
IMAGETECTS.
3. Purchase confirmation and downloading instructions will be
returned immediately to you during normal business hours.
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│ Downloading │
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When downloading, it maybe helpful to reference 2PRICLST.TXT. Each
.ZIP file is accompanied by a .GIF thumbnail for previewing. These
.GIF files are thumbnail icons for previewing only. The actual
downloaded .ZIP file will be high resolution, full 32-bit color with
Alpha channel masking) and 20 times larger.
If you want to know more information about a particular file, click
on the information (*info*) icon. An information banner will then
appear similiar to the one below. This banner will give you the file
description (including botanical name and common name), image size
(in pixels) and pixels per square foot (PPF) for rendering purposes.
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% 408-252-7409 fax FILE TYPE: 32 bit .TGA w/Alpha : 2D Raster %
% PIXEL SIZE: XX x XX P.P.F.: XX %
% FILE NAME: SAMPLE.TGA KEYWORDS: Listed here for easy search. %
% A full text description of each file will be indicated here. %
%%DESCRIPTION%%%%%%%%%(C) 1989-95, IMAGETECTS, All Rights Reserved.%%%
While scrolling through the ImageCELs File Area, (M)ark files you
would like to download as you go along. Or, type the complete
filename when prompted after selecting (D)ownload. For (P)assword
protected files, type in the correct password (from IMAGETECTS).
After last file is listed, press <enter> again.
When using the MAIN (F)ILE MENU to download files, click on
(D)ownload <enter>. Type the desired filename with .GIF or .ZIP
suffix <enter>. For (P)assword protected files, type in the correct
password (from IMAGETECTS). After last file is listed, press <enter>
again.
CHOOSE DOWNLOAD PROTOCOL. WE RECOMMEND Z - MODEM. <enter>
NOTE: If a system failure is encountered, restart download again
using Z-Modem protocol. The transfer will start again at point of
failure.
WHEN DECRYPTING .ZIP FILE(S), YOU MUST USE THE SECOND PASSWORD
PROVIDED ON YOUR INVOICE. SEE MESSAGE ON YOUR INVOICE FOR FURTHER
INSTRUCTIONS.
┌─────────────────────────────────────┐
│ Typical ONLINE Questions & Answers │
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HOW DO I ORDER ImageCELs?
Simply FAX us the list of files you want. Or, give a quick call to
IMAGETECTS during normal business hours. That's all it takes. Within
a few minutes, the appropriate codes to begin downloading the files
will be forwarded to you.
HOW ARE THE ImageCELs FILES NAMED?
The actual files are given an eight (8) character name and a three
(3) character extension after the "dot" (i.e. 4cupsem0.zip). The
extension is either .GIF for the FREE thumbnails or .ZIP for the
full size images. The extra characters found on the 2PRICLST.TXT
indicate additional information about the content of the file.
IS IT EXPENSIVE TO RECEIVE THE FILES OVER THE PHONE LINES?
With today's high speed modems, an average file is transmitted in
just a few minutes. DesigNetwork supports 14.4 baud transmission
speeds on all lines and a 28.8 baud speed on two of its lines using
the latest modem technology from Hayes.
ISN'T THERE A CHARGE FOR HOW LONG I'M "ONLINE"?
DesigNetwork is FREE to everyone! All you pay for is the phone call.
Several carriers have special rate plans and during certain hours
rates are substantially less than those normally charged ($10-$20
hour). Special handling of files using other media is also available.
DO I NEED TO PAY FOR THE USE OF THESE FILES EACH TIME THEY'RE USED?
No, ImageCELs are royalty free after your initial purchase! They can
be used perpetually in your works. Their only limitation is some
forms of digital re-distribution. Please contact IMAGETECTS to
clarify your needs.
IN WHAT FORMAT ARE ImageCELs AVAILABLE?
ImageCELs ONLINE are true-color, photo-realistic bitmapped graphic
images with alpha-channel support. These 32 bit images are stored in
the .TGA (TARGA) type 10 (RLE) file format for easy use and transfer
onto any computer platform using popular image processing and file
translation utilities.
ARE THE FILES COMPRESSED?
ImageCELs are compressed using two levels of LOSSLESS compression.
The first level is Run Length Encoding. This assures the file will
take up the least amount of storage space. For transmission, a
universal algorithm was chosen - .ZIP from PKWARE (version 2.04).
This program has been integrated into many applications on all
platforms, and is available as shareware or in commercially
available products.
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║ ImageCELs PRODUCTS ║
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ImageCELs CD-ROM
The ultimate photorealistic texture and image library! 1,150
photo-realistic texture maps, full screen backgrounds and objects.
These seamless, tile-able, high resolution raster images include
building materials, environment, designer patterns, landscaping
elements and industrial finishes. 14 multiplatform file formats.
Royalty-free, 8/16/24/32 bit color. ISO 9660 formatted. Laminated
photo-index. Use with any computer graphics software. $495
ImageCELs VGA CD-ROM
A great starter package! 240 brick, finishes, groundcovers, marble,
metals, stone, tile, water, wood and designer texture maps, full
screen backgrounds and landscape images. Compatible with desktop
publishing, presentation, multimedia, 2D paint & 3D rendering
software. 10 multiplatform 8 bit file formats. Dual ISO 9660/HFS
formatted. Photo-index/installation guide. Subset of the ImageCELs
CD-ROM. $99
ImageCELs VGA Library - PC/MAC
180 seamless, photo-realistic, high resolution texture maps in the
.PCX/.TGA (PC) or TIFF (MAC) file format. 256 custom color palette.
Royalty-free, these real world images include brick, finishes,
groundcovers, marble, metals, stone, tile, water, wood and designer
textures. Floppy media/photo-index. Subset of ImageCELs CD-ROM. $99
ImageCELs Trees - Volume 1
An exquisite collection of 33 real trees. Evergreen, conifers and
deciduous broadleaf trees are included in various mature, young or
juvenile stages of growth or seasonality. All ImageCELs Trees are
commercially-available species and all hardiness zones are
represented. ImageCELs Trees are high resolution 32 bit .TIF (PC) &
PICT (Mac) files with alpha channel masking, plus 8 bit & 24 bit
.BMP for Windows users and 8 bit PICT files for Macintosh.
ImageCELs Trees include: Birch, Crabapple, Cypress, Elm, Fig,
Gingko, Hornbeam, Jacaranda, Juniper, Magnolia, Maple, Myrtle, Oak,
Palm, Peach, Pear, Pistache, Plum, Pine, Sequoia, Silk, Spruce,
Sycamore, Sweet Gum, Tulip and Willow trees. ImageCELs Trees are a
part of the online ImageCELs Botanicals collection. $99
ImageCELs Shrubs - Volume 1
Thirty-three visually superb evergreen, conifer and deciduous real
world shrubs. ImageCELs Shrubs are commercially-available shrubs in
various stages of seasonality and all hardiness zones are
represented. ImageCELs Shrubs are high resolution 32 bit .TIF (PC) &
PICT (Mac) files with alpha channel masking, plus 8 bit & 24 bit
.BMP for Windows users and 8 bit PICT files for Macintosh.
ImageCELs Shrubs contains: Allamanda, Arborvitae, Azalea, Barrel
Cactus, Boxwood, Broom, Caladium, Cedar, Cornplant, Croton, Cypress,
Firethorn, Juniper, Mallow, Myrtle, Palm, Pine, Pittosporum, Privet,
Rose, Spathiphyllum, Spiraea, Spruce, Viburnum, Xylosma and Yew
shrubs. ImageCELs Shrubs are a part of the online ImageCELs
Botanicals collection. $99
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║ More info about ImageCELs ║
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Should you have further questions or requests about any ImageCELs
library or other ImageCELs products, please contact your Authorized
ImageCELs Reseller or IMAGETECTS by calling (408) 252-5487 between
10:00am - 5:00pm Pacific time, Monday through Friday. Twenty-four
(24) hour FAX number is (408) 252-7409.
IMAGETECTS tm
P.O. BOX #4
Saratoga, California 95071 - USA
7200 Bollinger Road
Suite 802
San Jose, California 95129 - USA
ImageCELs ONLINE: 202-686-2373 (modem setting 8-N-1)
Telephone: (408) 252 - 5487
FAX: (408) 252 - 7409
EMAIL: IMAGETECTS@aol.com
Copyright (c) 1989-1995, IMAGETECTS (tm), All Rights Reserved.
TRADEMARKS
ImageCELs (r) is a registered trademark of IMAGETECTS (tm).
IMAGETECTS (tm) is a trademark of IMAGETECTS.
All other product names are trademarks of their respective owners.
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