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- DivX Pro(tm) Software
- =====================
- Version: 5.0.3
- README file updated on: 2003-01-21
-
- (c) Copyright DivXNetworks, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
- DivX and DivX Pro are trademarks of DivXNetworks, Inc.
-
-
- Table of Contents
- -----------------
-
- 1. Introduction
- 2. Installation instructions
- 3. DivX encoding and decoding
- 4. Known issues
- 5. What's new in the DivX codec
-
-
- Introduction
- ------------
-
- The DivX Pro(tm) 5.0.3 software is the version of DivX(tm) video technology
- designed specifically for professional users. It includes all the features
- of DivX 5.0.3, plus extra advanced encoding technology and integrated encoding
- tools that appeal specifically to the most advanced users. DivX Pro is more
- than just a codec; it is an integrated suite of video tools.
-
- This version of DivX Pro(tm) is available to you at no cost because it is
- supported by advertising delivered via the Gator Advertising and
- Informational Network (GAIN). GAIN occasionally delivers online advertising
- and informational messages selected based on Web sites you view. The GAIN
- software must be installed in order for this version of DivX Pro to operate
- properly.
-
-
- Installation instructions
- -------------------------
-
- To install the DivX codec, you should follow the following simple steps:
-
- 1. Copy the installer program (DivXPro503GAINBundle.exe) to a location on
- your hard drive (e.g., C:\temp).
- 2. Run the installer program by double-clicking on the
- DivXPro503GAINBundle.exe icon.
- 3. Follow the instructions of the installer program to install the
- DivX Pro software.
- 4. Done! The software should be installed in your Systems directory.
-
- **What files are installed?**: The DivX Pro software installer will install
- the following files on your system:
-
- * divx.dll (DivX Pro Software)
- * divxdec.ax (DivX Decoder Filter)
- * README.txt (This README file.)
- * License.txt (License agreement for the CODEC.)
- * DivX Help Guide (Internet Shortcut to DivX.com help site)
- * gain_trickler.exe (This program launches immediately after setup is
- completed to install the GAIN software.)
-
- **Uninstalling DivX Pro Software**: To remove the DivX Pro software from
- your system, you should use the "Add/Remove Programs" control panel in
- Windows. To this by selecting "Start -> Settings -> Control Panel ->
- Add/Remove Programs" from the Windows Start menu. In the listbox that is
- presented to you, choose "DivX Pro 5.0 Bundle" and click "remove."
-
- **Uninstalling GAIN**: After the DivX Pro software is removed from your
- system, GAIN will automatically uninstall after a brief period of time.
-
-
- What's new in this version
- --------------------------
-
- DivX Pro 5.0.3 is is a release that helps to ensure that DivX Content is
- reliably decoded on DivX certified electronics products. (DVD Players, portable
- video players, set-top boxes, etc.) We created the DivX Certification program
- to ensure that the highest-quality DivX-enabled consumer electronics products
- will hit retail shelves as quickly as possible. As part of that process, we
- established a very rigorous and specific set of testing guidelines that all our
- partners must follow (you can see the details here: www.divx.com/certified).
-
- These new features include:
- * New Rate Control Algorithms
- * Support for DivX
- * DivX Certification Profile Defaults
- * Interlace Support
-
- A full list of the changes in 5.0.3 is available at
- <http://www.divx.com/divx/divxpro_win_versions.php>.
-
-
-
- Known Issues
- ------------
-
- This version of the DivX codec includes some known issues that may affect
- your use of the software. The list of known issues is available at:
-
- <http://www.divx.com/support/divxpro/divxpro_knownissues.php>
-
- Please be sure to review the list of known issues before submitting a
- bug. But if you do find a problem that isn't included on the known
- issues list, please let us know at <support@divx.com>.
-
- Please send submit all bugs to <http://www.divx.com/feedback>.
-
- For information about commercial licensing please email
- <licensing@divxnetworks.com>.