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WebCam Sam v1.40
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Purpose:
WebCam Sam is a unique program which brings you live
pictures from around the world by connecting to
cameras on the Internet, known as webcams.
Status: Shareware;
Registration Fee: $15.95, $12.95 in ordered online through Kagi
Distribution: This version of WebCam Sam is freely
distributable as long as no files in the zip archive
are changed.
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System Requirements:
Windows 95 or NT 4.0
386sx or higher processor
12 MB RAM (16 MB recommended)
10 MB HD Space
Mouse
Standard Internet Connection: TCP/IP standard
socket level connection. Works with but not
limited to Windows 95 dialup adapter,and
America Online's 3.0 and 4.0 for Windows 95
Software.
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Installation Instructions:
1. Unzip the file (websm140.zip) to an empty directory
with any decompression program which handles
.zip files.
2. Run setup.exe. The program will install WebCam Sam and
create a program icon.
3. Click on Start and go to Programs and click on the
WebCam Sam icon to start.
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America Online Setup Instructions:
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In order to use WebCam Sam with America Online you will
need to use America Online's 3.0 or 4.0 for Windows 95
software. If you installed AOL from a disk you probably
have the America Online's 3.0 for Windows software which
will have to be upgraded to the America Online Windows 95
software version.
To check what version of America Online software you have
double click on the AOL icon and go to help on the main
and select about. If you see that the software is listed
as America Online 3.0 for Windows 95 you can go ahead and
use WebCam Sam. If it is listed another version you will
need to upgrade your AOL software.
To upgrade the AOL software. Dial into AOL and once connected
go to Members in the menu and select member services. On the
member services menu select 'Software And Tools'. Double on
'Download the Latest and Greatest Version of AOL'. Click on
the 'Update Now' button and follow the on-screen download
instructions.
Reconnect to AOL using the new AOL software. Once your connection
has been established to AOL, you can start WebCam Sam.
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Version History
Version 1.40
January 17, 1997
1. Fixed problem with "Select Most Updated Cams" button on
screensaver screen.
2. Improved display for 640X480 resolution.
3. Included several visual enhancements.
Version 1.31
January 13, 1997
1. Added option to view webcam images at original size
2. Added toolbar
3. Added auto-update webcam window
4. Fixed problem with splash screen appearance in some video modes.
Version 1.30
December 20, 1997
1. Improved appearance WebCam Sam splash screen.
2. Provided link to Japanese order forms.
3. Rolled up all changes since version 1.20 into a full release.
Version 1.26
December 19, 1997
1. Included files from VB Service Pack 3 which were needed to
run the new version of WebCam Sam
Version 1.25
December 17, 1997
1. Removed dependency on compression control which caused
some installations to fail.
Version 1.24:
December 16, 1997
1. Added the option to connect to password protected webcams
by specifying the full URL with the username and password.
ex: http://user:pass@greatcam.com/webcam.jpg
2. Added feature to alert users when a new webcam lists are
available.
3. Compressed webcam list files to shorten download times.
4. Extended 256 color mode support.
5. Fixed problem with weather conditions display.
Version 1.23:
November 17, 1997
1. Added option to set the current webcam image as the
Windows wallpaper.
2. Added new effects to the screen saver.
3. Fixed connection problems.
Version 1.22:
November 5, 1997
1. Added support for basic proxy authorization and connections
through specified local ports.
2. Updated the backup webcam list server name.
3. Added option to save the current webcam picture.
Version 1.21:
October 5, 1997
1. Fixed problem which resulted in the camera lists not loading
correctly.
Version 1.20:
September 15, 1997:
1. Added weather reports for most webcams. WebCam Sam includes
local weather conditions with direct links to forecasts.
2. Added indoor and pet camera list for registered WebCam Sam
users.
3. Added support for more streaming video webcams.
Version 1.12:
September 7, 1997:
1. Fixed problem which resulted in blank rows in the Default
Camera List.
2. Added support for more streaming video webcams.
Version 1.11:
September 2, 1997:
1. Added proxy support
2. Added percentage of picture received to the status bar.
3. Fixed bug in loading of the Default Camera List.
Version 1.10:
August 24, 1997:
1. Added support for streaming webcams. To see streaming webcams select
'Show Streaming WebCams Only' from the main menu and click on a
camera in the list. Wait for the camera image to load. Once the
picture loads click on the image to see the zoom form which will
show the video stream.
2. Under 'File' in the main menu the 'New Camera List' Selection
was added. This allows you to create a new empty camera to add
your own webcams.
3. A 'Cancel' button was added to the 'Update Camera List' form.
4. Backup servers were added for the Default Camera List.
5. New documentation was added to the readme.dat file for the
requirements to use WebCam Sam with America Online.
6. A bug was fixed which prevented some webcam .jpg images from being
displayed.
7. A bug was fixed in the Remove Camera Button.
8. A bug was fixed in the Add Camera form with the refresh rate combo box.
Version 1.02:
August 3, 1997:
1. Updated Microsoft Visual Basic program setup files.
Version 1.01:
August 2, 1997:
1. Added support for more webcams.
2. Changed mouse pointer for URL links.
3. Added feature to automatically load a new camera
list when the program is run for the first time.
Version 1.0
July 27, 1997: WebCam Sam released to public. Yeah!!
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Contact Information:
For the latest product information visit Vista X Software's
website at www.vista-x.com or email Danny Weidig at
dweidig@vista-x.com.