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Welcome to ArcDIB version 2.1
This file contains a brief summary of the what is contained in
this release along with information to help you get started.
ArcDIB is an "image"-based database that allows you to easily
collect and organize image data from various sources and in
serveral different formats.
Version 2.1 includes:
- Revised screen layout
- Batch Importing
- Drag-n-Drop support
- Import "preview"
- Thumbnail catalog printing
- Support for vector graphics (see note below)
- Listbox sorting
Version 2.0 includes:
- Enhanced JPEG support (8 and 24-bit color)
- Background compression operation
- Improved compression performance
- Support for Microsoft Video for Windows (.AVI) files
- Allows sound (.WAV) files to be attached to each image
- Support for OLE (as a client)
- Improved print functions
- Image manipulation functions
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Windows 3.x
386+ computer
4mb+ RAM
Hard Hisk
(optional)
Microsoft MCI Video driver
Microsoft MCI Audio driver
SVGA video card (recommeded)
INSTALLATION
The "BBS" version of ArcDIB requires very little to install. Simply
ensure that all files are extracted into the same directory such as:
C:\ARCDIB
Since ArcDIB is capable of Audio and Video playback, you should also
make sure that any drivers for these devices are installed. They are
not, however, required. You will simply receive an error message if you
attempt to play a Video clip or any attached sound in an image.
***NOTE***
ArcDIB v2.1 now supports a variety of vector graphics formats. The
libraries that provide this capability proved to be a little too beefy
for a BBS archive. It was decided not to include complete vector support
in order to save connect time and also because some users may not want
some of the less popular formats. All supported formats are listed in the
Import Utility File List drop-down box. If the format you desire does not
import contact Tech Support and we'll arrange to get you the required DLL.
RUNNING
Once installation is complete, you are ready to run ArcDIB.
The main window consists of little more than a pulldown menu.
Select the Files/Open menu item and open up the SAMPLE.BIF file to
see an example of the type of data ArcDIB is capable of managing.
***NOTE***
If you get an error message stating that it can't find "ARCIMG2.DLL",
copy ARCIMG1.DLL to ARCIMG2.DLL -> copy arcimg1.dll arcimg2.dll
HELP
The documention for ArcDIB consists of the Help File. Press F1 at
any time during the execution of the program to get context-sensitive
information.
TECH SUPPORT
If you experience any difficulty installing or running ArcDIB, please
contact Tech Support.
Better Maps Software
920 Sycamore ave #49
Vista, Ca. 92083
(619) 598-1323 voice/FAX
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