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                                Users Documentation


                           PCXview (c) 1989-1990 Copyrighted
            Portions (c) Copyright Genus Microprogramming, Inc 1988-1990










































            1. Features
            PCXview is an off-line viewer for PCX image files on IBM
            personal computers and compatibles.


            2. Performance
            PCXview is capable of displaying images up through
            800x600x256 using Hercules, CGA, EGA, VGA and Super VGA
            adapters.


            3. Hardware Support
            PCXview supports the following adapters
            -Orchid Prodesigner
            -STB EM/16
            -Paradise
            -Video Seven
            -ATI

            PCXview supports the Epson Dot Matrix printer or 100%
            compatibles.


            4. User Interface
            PCXview uses a simple vertical menu for displaying PC image
            file names in conjunction with function keys to
            select/view/print images.


            5. User Supported
            PCXview is user supported software.  All suggestions for
            improvements and or modifications will be examined and
            implemented if they are deemed appropriate.


            6. License
            PCXview is the copyrighted property of RayLyn Company.
            PCXview may not be modified by anyone other than the author.
            PCXview is licensed for non-commercial use on one machine at
            a time for the cost of $10.00 (U.S. Dollars), outside of
            U.S. or Canada registration fee is $20.00 (U.S. Dollars).

            The Shareware Version (PCXview V1.XXs) may be distributed to
            others only in its complete, unmodified form, with no fee
            charged other than a fee for media and duplication.  No
            matter how you received your copy of PCXview, you are
            obligated to pay for a license after the 10 day trial
            period.  PCXview Version 1.XXr (Registered) may not under
            any circumstances be distributed as shareware.  It is for
            use solely by the licensee and any violation of this
            agreement is a violation of United States Copyright laws.














            PCXview is available to be included with a product.
            Contact RayLyn Company for further information.

            Registrations will be promptly acknowledged.

            RayLyn Company
            Attn: Ray Velez
            Post Office Box 3195
            Santa Clarita, CA 91351

            COMPUSERVE ID - 75156.1274
            Prodigy Service ID - DDDG05A

            PCXview is made available for your enjoyment in the viewing
            of PCX image files. All warranties are disclaimed, including
            consequential warranties.  It is your responsibility to
            determine whether PCXview is suitable for your purposes.


            7. Using PCXview
            PCXview is started by entering -

                                PCXVIEW [DRV]:\[DIRECTORY]
                                          ^       ^---------DIR which
                                          |                 contains PC
                                          |                 files
                                          |-----------------Valid DRV


            8. PCXview Screen
            PCXview main screen will display a menu of PCX image file
            names in path indicated.  The lower portion of the screen
            displays function keys.


            9. Tagging Files
            Using the vertical menu, the user may select any file by
            either pressing the ENTER key or SPACE BAR.  The file is
            then marked (tagged) with a check mark.

            Shortcut:
            Pressing the first letter of the image file name will
            automatically move the highlight bar to the desired file
            name.

            After you have selected one or more image files, you simple
            press one of the function keys corresponding to the desired
            action.

            If you have selected more than one image file, simple press
            the space bar to continue on to the next file selected.

            The ESC key will force the PCXview to exit the program or
            the abort the function.












            10. Functions

            F2-Information
            The INFO key (F2) displays a window with the following:
            -Dimensions
            -Resolution
            -Image Type *
            -Size
            -Date

            * If an '*' asterisk appears after image type (640x200x2*)
            this indicates that PCXview had problems determining the
            proper image type and color attributes.  This also indicates
            that PCXview may have difficulty displaying the image.


            F3-Print
            Selecting the Print key (F3) will allow you to print any
            black and white PCX image file to your Epson or compatible
            dot matrix printer.  By default LPT1 is used.


            F4-Copy
            The Copy key (F4) allows you to copy any files selected to a
            desired destination.


            F10-View
            The View key (F10) allows you to view the image files
            selected.  If you have selected more than one file, pressing
            the space bar will allow you to view the next file.


            In the future, the developer of PCXview intends to
            investigate additional goals for the program.  These include
            printing to HP Laser Printers, color manipulation, image
            shrinking, displaying of multiple images, EMS support,
            Network Support and Database capabilities.

            Your comments and suggestions will be greatly appreciated.



















