This is the help file for MYVIEWER picture viewer software from AA Zoftware. This file is used by the program and should remain in the C:\MYVIEWER subdirectory. Please do not delete it!
> 1, 0, Required Files
There are only a few required files for this software program (they must reside in the c:\myviewer or c:\windows\system subdirectory):
1. MYVIEWER.EXE - the main executable file
2. MYVIEWER.INI - the initialization file to save settings
3. MYVIEWER.HLP - help text for the setup screen
4. VBRUN300.DLL - you should already have this file, it is required to run Visual Basic programs (therefore is not included on this diskette). This file is available from most bulletin boards or online services.
5. IMVB3.VBX - was copied to your C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM subdirectory
6. IM2*.DIL - where * is the type of graphics file (e.g., GIF, JPG, TIF, EPS, BMP, WMF) also copied to C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM.
7. IM2X*.DEL - where * is the type of graphics files, used to save files as different types (e.g., changing a GIF to a PCX). Copied to the c:\windows\system subdirectory. These files may be deleted if you do not use the "Save As" option from the "Picture" menu.
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Other files that are included in the shareware package but are only required for installation and registration include:
8. REGISTER.WRI - form and information for registration
9. README.WRI - describes the setup process & steps
10. SETUP.BAT - is a DOS batch file that copies files 1 through 7 to your hard drive.
11. UNINSTAL.BAT - deletes the files from your hard drive to un-install this application.
Picture file(s) are also required and can be in any c:\ subdirectory and must be BMP, GIF, JPEG, TIFF, WPG, PCX, EPS, or WMF format.
> 2, 16, Ordering Information
My Picture Viewer is available from AA Zoftware with several licensing options:
1. License agreement - includes the software with as current enhancements or upgrades. This is the minimum for "honesty" and provides you with a version that removes the irritating shareware notices. The license fee is $15.
2. Scanning service - provides the user with photos scanned and delivered in GIF file format, ready to include in the product.These can be ordered in any quantities, but a special price of $10 is offered for the first 4 pictures or $3 each for any additional or other quantity.
Please print the order form included in the REGISTER.WRI file or call (513) 232-9509. The licensed version excludes the "nag" shareware notices and you will receive the latest version available. Send registration to:
AA Zoftware
P.O. Box 54425
Cincinnati, Ohio 45254-0425
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Remember...integrity is the foundation for success...
Try the software for 2 weeks, you must license it to use it after 2 weeks...
Please pass a copy of the shareware file (MYVIEWER.ZIP) to your friends and associates, they will appreciate it!!!
> 3, 0, Picture File Recommendations
There are many options for the picture file:
1. Tagged Image Format (TIF) - supports up to 16 million colors and there are a number commercially available (CDs with a variety of pictures/graphics).
2. CompuServe (GIF) - currently only supports 256 colors. There a many images available in this format from BBSs, CompuServe, America On-Line, etc.
3. Encapsulated Postscript (EPS) -
4. WordPerfect (WPG) -
5. JPEG (JPG) - supports up to 16 million colors.
A word of caution - if your monitor is set to 16 or 256 colors it may not work well with graphics at 256 or 16 million. We send all images in 256 colors in GIF format, unless otherwise requested.
>Other file options include:
6. BMP (Bitmapped) - There are a number of sources for these files and you will find a number in the Windows subdirectory.
7. WMF (Windows Metafile) - Another good source for files, particularly if you have a grahics application like PowerPoint and want to use those pictures.
8. Paint Brush (PCX) - Used by the Windows PaintBrush application
> 5, 0, Picture Commands
Pressing any key advances to the next picture for the SHOW and MULTIPLE picture display options; however, there are keys that advance specifically:
F - advances forward
B - goes to the last shown picture (back)
E - goes to the last slide in the sequence
S - returns to the starting slide
Q - quits the show and brings up a blank screen
Any other key advances to the next picture...
> 10, 0, Other AA Zoftware Products
AA Zoftware has other products for the Microsoft Windows environment that provide access to graphics files and scanners:
MYSCNSVR displays all major types of graphics files in an easy to use screen saver. It can play sound files, has multiple picture movement types, and supports password control. It supports: GIF, TIF, JPEG, EPS, DCX, DIB, WPG and of course BMP, WMF, and PCX files. Look for it as MYSCNSVR.ZIP on your local BBS.
MY-SCANR is a TWAIN compliant scanning and graphic file conversion application. This application can be purchased as either a graphics file converter or both a scanner and converter. Either way it makes graphics easy!
If you have difficulty finding these applications, please call/fax AA Zoftware at (513) 232-9509.
> 11, 0, Uninstallation Instructions
If you want to un-install this application, just type A:UNINSTAL with the original program disk in the A: drive.
If you do not have the original disk then type:
Delete c:\myviewer\*.*
Delete c:\windows\system\imvb3.vbx
Delete c:\windows\system\im2*.*
RD c:\myviewer
And then delete all of your photo files from the windows and/or other subdirectories.
> 14, 0, Picture Show Setup
Up to 10 pictures can be selected for this "Scrolling Portfolio" picture viewer. These pictures can each be from different subdirectories on the hard drive and are selected and sequenced individually.
This setup can be saved so that it can be started easily by selecting PICTURE SHOW GO from the main menu. The same picture commands operate for this show to move Forward, Backward, to the End, to the Start, or to Quit.
> 15, 0, Multiple Pictures Setup
This options allows you to select all graphics files of a specified type(s) from one subdirectory of the hard drive. After the selection is made, returning to the main menu for MULTIPLE GO starts the scrolling through the pictures. The selection is saved so that the next time Myviewer is started, you can select MULTIPLE GO to start.
The picture commands can be used to move Forward, Backward, to the End, to the Start, or to Quit.
> 16, 0, Picture Show Setup
Up to 10 pictures can be selected for this "Scrolling Portfolio" picture viewer. You know when the limit of 10 is reached by:
1. The list of file names is full, because it holds exacting 10 picture file names
2. The "Select/Add File" button does not work after the limit of 10 is reached (letters become "faded")
You can select the same file more than once, if desired. Picture preview shows the file that is highlighted, but not at the actual size.
