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                      DivX Player(tm)
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                      Version 2.5.5
               ReadMe updated on 2004-08-18

   (c) Copyright DivXNetworks, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
   DivX and DivX Pro are trademarks of DivXNetworks, Inc.



| Table of Contents
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   1. Introduction
   2. Files in this Bundle
   3. New in this Version
   4. Version History
   5. Known Issues
   6. Technical Support



| 1. Introduction
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   Welcome to DivX Player 2.5.5!

   In this release you'll find support for three new languages, the very
   latest DivX decoder, more extensive playback support, and a brand new
   automated update system. Scroll down to read about our new features in
   detail.

   Enjoy the new version,

     - The DivX Team

   
| 2. Files in this Bundle
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   |File                     | Information                                 |
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   |DivX Player.exe          | DivX Player application                     |
   |README.txt               | This ReadMe file                            |
   |License.txt              | Software license agreement                  |
   |DivXPlayerATIPlugin.dll  | ATI plug-in                                 |
   |lang_*.qm                | Language files                              |
   |dp*.dll                  | Auto update plug-ins                        |
   |default.dps              | Default Player skin                         |
   |libeay32.dll             | SSL libraries                               |
   |qt-mt331.dll             | QT UI libraries                             |      
   |ssleay32.dll             | SSL libraries                               |
   |unicows.dll              | International Windows support libraries     |
   |Skins\                   | Skins for DivX Player                       |
   |Movies\                  | A folder that stores downloaded movies      |
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| 3. New in this Version
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   DivX Player 2.5.5 now includes:

     - Support for three new languages

       In addition to English, the DivX Player is now available in French,
       German, and Japanese.


     - Includes DivX 5.2.1 decoder

       The DivX Player includes the latest DivX decoder enabling playback of
       all DivX 3, 4 and 5 video. The DivX 5.2.1 decoder adds full support for
       new features such as adaptive multiple consecutive bi-directionally
       coded frames and MPEG-2 quantization.

     - High Definition playback support

       The DivX Player can now playback High Definition DivX files at 720p 
       (1280x720) and 1080p (1920x1080) resolutions. 720p playback requires a 
       minimum system of 2.4Ghz, 384 RAM, 64 MB VRAM or better. 1080p playback
       requires a minimum system of 3.0 Ghz, 512 RAM, 128 VRAM or better.   

     - Enhanced MPEG-4 decoding support

       The DivX Player can now play an even greater range of MPEG-4 videos
       using the DivX 5.2.1 decoder.


     - Blocking fix (Oops!)

       We corrected a small issue that caused blocks to be displayed along
       high-contrast edges in the picture, mainly affecting anime content.
       Get ready to watch Sponge Bob as it was meant to be viewed once again!


     - Improved playback from optical media

       The DivX Player will now play DivX files stored on CDs and DVDs smoothly
       and with reduced drive activity.


     - Seek speed control

       Clicking the Fast Forward and Rewind contorls multiple times changes the
       Fast Forward and Rewind rate.


     - Automatic update

       The DivX Player can now check for updates automatically when you are
       connected to the Internet using the DivX update application. You will be
       prompted when new updates are available and have the option of installing
       those updates. You can also search for updates to your DivX software by
       using the update check link on your start menu.


     - Menu options

       There is now a link to the DivX Player Version History page in the player
       menu.


| 4. Version History
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   To view the full Version History for the DivX Player, please visit the
   following URL in your web browser:

     http://go.divx.com/player/versions


| 5. Known Issues
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   To view Known Issues for this release, please visit the following URL in your
   web browser:

     http://go.divx.com/player/knownissues


| 6. Technical Support
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   For product support please visit the following URL in your web browser:

     http://go.divx.com/player/help

   You can also search our knowledge base by visiting:

     http://go.divx.com/player/search