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VIDEO KENO FOR WINDOWS
======================
SHAREWARE VERSION
*****************
Copyright (c) 1995, All Rights Reserved
Bitwise Software International, Inc.
901 West Hononegh Drive
Phoenix, Arizona 85027
Voice: (602) 582-4468
Fax: (602) 516-8697
BBS: (602) 492-9747
CIS ID: 72074, 2677
AOL ID: BITWISE SW
REQUIREMENTS:
=============
Windows 3.1, windows compatible PC computer, windows compatible
VGA display with 640x480 resolution or higher, 3 Meg RAM,
3 Meg free on hard disk.
YOU MUST BE RUNNING WINDOWS IN 386 ENHANCED MODE. Do not start
Windows with the /S or /R switches. See your Windows Manual for
more information on startup memory modes.
Recommended:
Windows 3.1, windows compatible 386/486+ computer running at 25Mhz+,
windows compatible SVGA display with 640x480 resolution or higher,
16+ colors, 4+ Meg RAM, 5+ Meg free on hard disk, Mouse.
LATEST VERSION:
===============
Your copy of our keno game for Windows may not be the latest
version currently available. We are constantly updating, improving,
and fixing bugs in this program. Therefore, you should check the
Windows Fun Forum on CompuServe or call our BBS System
to download the latest version.
INSTALLATION:
=============
To install this game from the distribution diskette, simply
copy the file "PCKENO.ZIP" to the desired directory ("\PCKENO"
suggested) on your hard disk and unzip the file with the latest
version of PKUNZIP.
Next, run the program called KENOLOAD.EXE. This is a self-installing
packed file and running it will unpack and install all the needed
files and programs. Once the self-install process is complete, the
files KENOLOAD.EXE and PCKENO.ZIP can be removed. However, you
should always retain copies of these files on diskette or tape
just in case you need to reinstall them in the future.
If a message appears asking you whether or not you wish to replace
an existing file in the PCKENO directory, answer with a "Y". DO
NOT USE OLD FILES WITH A NEW VERSION - FATAL ERRORS WILL RESULT.
NOTE: After the installation process is complete, the install
program will try to run the game program automatically. This
should be successful providing the install process was completed
and Windows could find a valid copy of the VBRUN300.DLL file in
the PCKENO directory or in the common WINDOWS\SYSTEM directory.
To start the game manually, run the file PCKENO.EXE from Windows
File Manager or click on the PCKENO icon installed into the GAMES
Program Group (or the program group you selected).
NOTE: Be sure you are running Windows Version 3.1 or higher and you
are running Windows in "386 Enhanced Mode" (not Standard Mode). Check
your \WINDOWS directory and see if you have a WIN.BAT file.
Be sure the WIN.COM or WIN command in the batch file DOES NOT include
the /S switch. This causes Windows to start in Standard Mode. Be sure
the command is followed by blanks or /E to insure you start in Enhanced
Mode. Otherwise, this game may not operate correctly. If you cannot see
the 386 Enhanced Program Item (icon = computer chip) on the Windows
Control Panel, then you are not running Windows in the Enhanced Mode.
Please see your Windows Users Manual for more information.
Also, once you are running Windows in 386 Enhanced Mode, you should set
up as large a Permanent Swap File (not Temporary) as Windows will allow.
This allows Windows to use free disk space as computer memory and it will
allow you to run bigger programs. This is done from Windows Control Panel
with the 386 Enhanced Icon.
This program was written in Visual Basic V3.0 and REQUIRES the Visual Basic
V 3.0 Runtime Library file called VBRUN300.DLL (included). Be sure
this file is located in the same directory where you loaded and unzipped
PCKENO.EXE.
NOTE: Occasionally, Microsoft will release an updated VBRUN300.DLL file
which will correct some bugs in their runtime modules. You should
periodically compare the date/time/size of this file to the latest
one available on CompuServe in the Microsoft MBASIC+ Forum. If a
later one is released, please download it and place it in the
PCKENO directory. This game will use it automatically from then on.
ERRORS AT STARTUP
=================
If you encounter either of the following two errors at startup:
1) "OVERFLOW"
2) "Invalid Control Index"
then the startup files (PCKENO.DEF, PCKENO.Pxx, & PCKENO.SAV)
may be corrupted or may be the wrong version. Try renaming these
files to something else and restarting the program. The program
will then use its own internal game settings since it will not
be able to find these files.
You should first try renaming the PCKENO.DEF and restarting the
game. 99% of the time this file is causing the problem.
If you still have problems after trying this procedure, please contact
the Author by e-mail on Compuserve or by phone.
TEST RESULTS AND FEEDBACK
=========================
Please put this program through its paces and report back any positive
or negative feedback, suggestions, or bug reports. We want your input!
Your responses will help us improve this game.
Our Compuserve ID number is: 72074,2677.
Please check CompuServe's Windows Fun Forum for the latest version
of this program. Please download the latest version which will most
likely correct any problems you are having or contain the features
you would like to see.
COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS
========================
Please drop us a note with your comments or suggestions. They are
always welcomed and help us improve our games in future versions.
OUR OTHER SOFTWARE
==================
If you like this keno game, you should obtain a copy of our
other very popular casino games for Windows. They are called
Ultima 21 Blackjack for Windows, Professional Video Poker, and
Video Baccarat for Windows. They are shareware windows games
as well and should be available from the the same source you
obtained this game from. If not, try a shareware source such
as CompuServe Windows Fun Forum, The Software Labs, Public
Brand Software, and many, many others. Or call our BBS System.
ULTIMA 21 BLACKJACK FOR WINDOWS:
================================
Ultima 21 Blackjack is no ordinary blackjack game. It allows you
to control everything! You can customize the: casino to play in,
its rules, the number of decks, the number of players, the dealer
at your table, the card count system, the playing strategy, what
drink you would like, whos playing in the various lounges and
show rooms, digital sound effects, and the list goes on and on
and on!
No other blackjack games has the features this one does all in
one easy to use Windows game. Try it, you will really enjoy this
"full casino experience".
Rated 5 stars (trophy) by several independent shareware magazines.
PROFESSIONAL VIDEO POKER FOR WINDOWS:
=====================================
Professional Video Poker for Windows is one of our most popular
casino gambling games. It is a full featured Video Poker Game for
Windows with a few features you will not find anywhere else. Packed
full of digital sound effects and exciting graphics, this game will
get you addicted to Windows Video Poker. This game includes all the
standard Video Poker features plus 50 special effects for dealing
cards. You can select to have the cards "drip" into place on the
screen or even "explode"! The 50 special effects will keep you
entertained for months to come.
Our version of Video Poker does not stop there, it also allows you
to play 14 different kinds of Video Poker. The game types available
include Regular and Progressive Jackpots, Dueces Wild, and Jokers
Wild. Add the Double-or-Nothing feature available for each game
and you now can play 28 different kinds of games! All games are
available at the tou