Congratulations on purchasing the "HOT WHEELS(R) CRASH(TM)!" CD-ROM v1.0!
We have included this ReadMe file to supply you with up-to-the-minute information about the program. For more information, you can also refer to your computer setup manual. (Please open this window to its maximum size and turn Word Wrap on for better readability.)
You may want to print this document for future reference.
For Microsoft(R) Windows(R) 95 and Windows(R) 98 Operating Systems:
* Multimedia PC Pentium(R) 166 MHz or faster processor
* Microsoft(R) Windows(R) 95 and Windows(R) 98 (Windows NT(R) is
NOT supported)
* 32 MB of RAM or higher
* 40 MB of free space on hard drive
* Quad-speed (4X) CD-ROM drive or faster
* Video card capable of 16-bit graphics
* 16-bit Sound Blaster(R) compatible sound card
* Standard mouse and keyboard
* Direct3D compatable 3D hardware accelerator card recommended
Section 2: INSTALL/UNINSTALL TIPS
A) Installing the Program
Windows(R) 95 and Windows(R) 98:
1. Start Windows(R) 95 or Windows(R) 98.
2. Remove the CD from its protective case and place it in the CD-ROM drive of your computer. Use a disc caddy if your CD-ROM requires one. Insert the "HOT WHEELS(R) CRASH(TM)!" CD-ROM to begin to play.
3. The "HOT WHEELS(R) CRASH(TM)" dialog box is displayed. From this window, you can:
a) Click Install to begin the installation program, then follow the on-screen instructions.
b) Click Run to play "HOT WHEELS(R) CRASH(TM)".
c) Click Configure to adjust the in-game video display properties.
d) Click Quit to exit the Setup program.
* Unfortunately, there are some CD-ROM drives that do not yet support the AutoPlay functions of Windows(R) 95. If the "HOT WHEELS(R) CRASH(TM)!" dialog box does not display, you must complete the following setup procedure:
1. Open the Start menu on the Taskbar.
2. Select Run... from the Start menu and the Run dialog box displays.
3. In the Open box, type D:\SETUP (if your CD-ROM is not the D: drive, enter the appropriate letter) and then click OK.
4. The "HOT WHEELS(R) CRASH(TM)!" dialog box displays.
5. You are given the choice to:
a) Click Install to begin the installation program and follow the on-screen instructions.
b) Click Run to play "HOT WHEELS(R) CRASH(TM)!."
c) Click Configure to adjust the video display properties.
d) Click Quit to exit the Setup program.
The following icons are installed in the Construction Zone program group:
* CRASH! - Program icon
* CRASH! Manual - User Manual File icon
* CRASH! Readme - Read Me File icon
* Uninstall CRASH! - Uninstall program icon
* Update Display Setting - In-game Display Setting program icon
B) Uninstalling the Program
Windows(R) 95 and Windows(R) 98:
1. Click the Start button on the Taskbar to bring up the Start menu.
2. Select Programs and then the Mattel Media / HOT WHEELS program group.
3. Click the Uninstall CRASH! icon.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to finish the uninstall process.
5. Please be sure to restart your computer after uninstall to ensure that all of the program files have been removed.
Section 3: TROUBLESHOOTING AND GENERAL TIPS
This section discusses performance tuning issues you might encounter as you play "HOT WHEELS(R) CRASH(TM)!" CD-ROM.
A) Update Display Setting:
1. The Update Display Settings program allows you to select an in game display which best suits your configuration. The various settings will adjust the appearance and performance of the game.
2. To run this program click on the Windows(R) Start button. Navigate to the Mattel Media\HOT WHEELS program group. Click on the Update Display Settings icon.
B) Screensavers:
1. To avoid any possible conflicts, it is recommended that you turn off all screensavers before running "HOT WHEELS(R) CRASH(TM)!".
C) Third Party Shell:
1. To avoid any possible conflicts, we recommend that you run this program under Windows(R) Explorer.
D) Sound:
1. Make sure that your computer speakers are turned ON and the volume is adjusted properly.
2. Make sure that you do not have the SOUND muted. Double click on the small speaker icon in the Taskbar at the bottom of your screen to check.
E) If Display Or Graphics Problems Occur:
If you experience display or graphics problems while running the "HOT WHEELS(R) CRASH(TM)!" CD-ROM:
1. If the game is running too slow, or the appearance does not seem suitable, run the Update Display Setting program from within the Construction Zone program group. Select the setting that best suits your configuration.
2. Contact your video card or system vendor to obtain the latest version of your video driver. Note: You may be able to download this information from the Internet.
3. We recommend that you set your display setting to 640x480 16-bit colors. See Windows(R) documentation if you do not know how to adjust your video display.
4. Make sure no other applications are running while "HOT WHEELS(R) CRASH(TM)!" CD-ROM is running.
5. Make sure that you do not click repeatedly on the "HOT WHEELS(R) CRASH(TM)!" icon after double-clicking it once to launch the program.
6. If you encounter any problems, please contact your video display manufacturer. If the manufacturer is unable to help you, please call our Customer Support.
Section 4: LEGAL NOTICES
(P) & (C) 1999 Mattel, Inc. El Segundo, California 90245. MADE IN U.S.A. Manufactured for Mattel. All Rights Reserved. Mattel, Mattel Media, HOT WHEELS, flame logo and color "HOT WHEELS blue", and other trademarks designated by (R) and (TM) are trademarks of Mattel, Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries; except for the following: Microsoft, Windows and Windows NT, ActiveX, Direct3D, and DirectX are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries; Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation; Sound Blaster is either a registered trademark or trademark of Creative Technology Ltd. in the United States and/or other countries; Developed and Produced by Prolific Publishing, Inc. 36D(TM) engine licensed from Prolific Publishing, Inc. Uses Smacker Video Technology. Copyright (C) 1994-1999 by RAD Game Tools, Inc.
Additional copyright and trademark notices may appear in the User Guide.
Retain this address for future reference: Mattel U.K., Ltd., Meridian West, Leicester LE3 2WT. Helpline 0162 8500303. Mattel Australia Consumer Advisory Service Pty., Ltd., Richmond, Victoria 3121 Consumer Advisory Service 1 902 262 513. (valid only in Australia). Mattel Canada, Inc., Mississauga, Ontario L5R 3W2. Mattel East Asia, 930 Ocean Centre, Harbour, HK, China.
Section 5: WARRANTY
MATTEL, INC.
90 DAY LIMITED WARRANTY
Mattel, Inc. warrants to You (the original consumer purchaser) that, under normal use, the "Product" (including the software program and the CD-ROM disk on which the software program is recorded and the other items included in the package) will be free from defects in material and workmanship for ninety (90) days from the date of purchase (Your receipt shall be evidence of the date of purchase). This Limited Warranty does not cover damage resulting from accident, misuse, unauthorized modification, or other conduct or conditions outside the control of Mattel, Inc. or its subsidiaries or affiliates (collectively, "Mattel"). If defective, return all contents of this package (including but not limited to the CD-ROM disk, user guide, and all other components of this package), postage prepaid, along with proof of the date-of-purchase, within the ninety (90) day warranty period, for replacement or refund at MattelÆs election, to Consumer Adjustment Center, 15930 E. Valley Boulevard, City of Industry, California 91744. Immediately upon Your receipt of any refund, Your license to use the Product (including the software program) is terminated. THE FOREGOING LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE SOLE WARRANTY PROVIDED IN CONNECTION WITH THE PRODUCT AND IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ALL OF WHICH IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED. NO ORAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION OR ADVICE GIVEN BY MATTEL OR ITS SUPPLIERS, DEALERS, DISTRIBUTORS, AGENTS, CONTRACTORS OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE A WARRANTY OR IN ANY WAY INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. This Limited Warranty gives You specific legal rights; You may have other rights which vary from state to state. Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, or the limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, so some of the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to You. In that event, or in the event that federal law restrictions apply, such warranties are limited in duration to a period of ninety (90) days from the date of delivery of the Product to the original end user. No warranties apply after that period.
In no event shall MattelÆs liability for any damages to You or any other person exceed the price paid for the PRODUCT, regardless of any form of the claim (including but not limited to breach of contract, product liability or negligence).
MATTEL AND ITS SUPPLIERS, DEALERS, DISTRIBUTORS, AGENTS, CONTRACTORS AND EMPLOYEES (COLLECTIVELY, THE "MATTEL GROUP") WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOST DATA, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, PUNITIVE OR INDIRECT DAMAGES OR OTHER CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, EVEN IF MATTEL OR ANY OF THE MATTEL GROUP HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
For inquiries regarding the Product, please contact Mattel, Inc. at 333 Continental Boulevard, El Segundo, California 90245.
VALID ONLY IN U.S.A.
Section 6: LICENSE AGREEMENT
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BY THESE TERMS AND APPLICABLE COPYRIGHT LAWS. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE, PLEASE PROMPTLY RETURN THE PROGRAM FOR A FULL
REFUND OF THE AMOUNT YOU PAID.
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The term "Program" means the original program with which this License Agreement is provided and all whole or partial copies of it,
including portions merged into other programs. The Program is copyrighted and includes executable code and "A/V Content". The term
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the medium on which it is recorded (collectively, the "Product") will be free from defects in material and workmanship for 90 days from the
date of purchase. (Your receipt shall be evidence of the date of purchase).
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Product, postage prepaid, along with proof of the date of purchase, to Consumer Adjustment Center, 15930 E. Valley Boulevard, City of
Industry, California, 91744. Upon Mattel, Inc.'s, receipt of the foregoing postmarked within the 90-day period, Mattel, Inc., will replace
the Product or refund the price You paid for it, all in Mattel's sole discretion.
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CONTAINED IN THE FIRST PARAGRAPH ABOVE IS THE SOLE WARRANTY PROVIDED IN CONNECTION WITH THE PRODUCT AND IS
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MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ALL OF WHICH ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED. NO ORAL OR WRITTEN
INFORMATION OR ADVICE GIVEN BY MATTEL OR ITS SUPPLIERS, DEALERS, DISTRIBUTORS, AGENTS, CONTRACTORS, OR
EMPLOYEES (COLLECTIVELY, INCLUDING MATTEL, "THE MATTEL GROUP") SHALL ANY WAY MODIFY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY.
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THE PRICE YOU PAID FOR THE PRODUCT, REGARDLESS OF THE FORM OF THE CLAIM (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY
CONTRACT, PRODUCT LIABILITY, OR TORT CLAIM). MATTEL SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOST DATA, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL,
PUNITIVE, INDIRECT, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND OR NATURE RESULTING FROM POSSESSION, USE, OR
MALFUNCTION OF THE PRODUCT, EVEN IF MATTEL HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
This Limited Warranty gives You specific legal rights, and You may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Some states do
not allow limitations on warranties or exclusion of certain damages, so some of the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to You.
For inquiries regarding the Product, please contact Mattel, Inc. at 333 Continental Boulevard, El Segundo, California 90245.
