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Diva X - Ariana
Version 1.0 USA - Nov. 29 1995
Send comments and technical questions via Internet to :
info@planetpixis.com or http://www.planetpixis.com
MOST ASKED TECHNICAL PROBLEMS :
Optimizing Performance in Windows v3.1/3.11 or Windows for Workgroups v3.11:
* To run DIVA X make sure you or in 8-bit/256 color mode and are using a
resolution of 640x480.
* To determine optimum cache configuration, test it by changing the
command string and then rebooting. Your AUTOEXEC.BAT file should include the following:
C:\DOS\SMARTDRV.EXE 4096 4096 /b:81920
4096 tells the program to use 4 Mbytes of RAM for its cache. (Use 2048 or
3072 for the second number, if you have 8 Mbytes of system RAM.) See Microsoft Windows* or MS-DOS*
documentation for details on Smartdrive parameters.
* Create a permanent swap file for Windows (again via the Control Panel,
386 enhanced, Virtual Memory selection) rather than using a temporary swap file.
* your CONFIG.SYS file has a SMARTDRV line that contains the /DOUBLE_BUFFER
switch:
1.Comment this line out (precede the line with the letters REM followed by a space).
2.Put the earlier SMARTDRV invocation into your AUTOEXEC.BAT file.
* Use 32-bit disk access. To do this:
1.Open Control Panel.
2.Double-click on the 386 Enhanced icon.
3.Click on the Virtual Memory button.
4.Create a permanent swap file and make sure the 32-bit disk
access option is selected
(the default is 32-bit disk access unselected). (Note: This is
not available for most SCSI drives.)
MOST ASKED TECHNICAL PROBLEMS :
Sound Fix for SoundBlaster 16 bit audio cards
Contact Creative Labs and ask for the SB16UP.EXE updated driver.
You can down load the file by calling the Creative Labs BBS (405) 742 - 6660
IBM Aptiva and PS1
1. Cntrl - F1 during boot up - This will launch configuation utility.
2. Go to third page.
3. Disable APM Bios.
Note: The APM Bios may conflict with DIVA X if left enabled.
TRIDENT Video Cards
The latest driver versions for the 9400CXi, 9200CXr, 8900C, 8900CL,
8900D, 9000i and 9000C
Trident Chipsets all work with DIVA X. The latest software versions are:
UL6.1 for 9400CXiUC5.1 for 9200CXr, 8900C, 8900CL, and 8900D
UD5.5 for 9000I and 9000C.
To receive these upgraded drivers, contact Trident at:
TEL: 415 691 9211
FAX: 415 691 9260
BBS: 415 691 1016
Packard Bell Users:
Problem : distorted and broken video display
Solution : Packard Bell technicians strongly recommend at least 1 meg of
video memory in addition to an SVGA monitor
for DIVA X to function properly.
1. Minimum Hardware Requirements:
- A personal computer with an 486 or faster CPU.
- A CPU speed of 66 MHz or higher.
- SVGA display (VESA compliant) in 8-bit/256 color display.
- 12 megabytes of conventional and extended memory. (may work on some
systems with only 8MB of RAM)
- A CD-ROM drive supported by Microsoft Windows (access time less than
300ms, and sustained transfer rate of at least 300K per second)
- A hard disk with at least 4 megabytes free for the basic Video for
Windows software.
- Mouse (or other pointing device) supported by Microsoft Windows.
- A ".WAV" compatible sound card supported by Microsoft Windows.
- Additional free disk space if you want to keep movies and pictures on
your hard disk.
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Troubleshooting
Installation errors:
Symptom: Program locks up during game play.
Possible causes: Screen saver, disable screen saver and restart.
Alternative Desktop (Norton Desktop, etc.), disable and use
Program Manager. Background Process, disable all otherprograms. If you have
an IBM Aptiva or PS1, you may experience this. To remedy this, refer
to the top of this document.
Symptom: "Parity Error" Message
Possible causes: Memory problem. Check with your computer owner's manual for proper
machine speed/memory wait-state setting.
Symptom: "General Protection Fault Error..." message box
Possible causes: Video or Audio driver conflict. Check with the manufacturer for the
latest driver. ATI video card owners will experience this. Call ATI at
(905) 882 - 2600 and ask for the proper settings for your card model.
Note: if you are a Packard Bell user, refer to the 'Most Asked
Technical Questions'portion of this document.
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