ImgViewer/32 <ASP> 
version 1.53
©1992-1996 All rights reserved
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By Don Bradner       ____|__     |               (R)
Arcata Pet        --|       |    |-------------------
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Arcata, CA  95521   |  |       |_|  Shareware
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The online help file is the primary documentation for ImgViewer/32.  
This text document is meant to get you started.

Contents of this file:

   I.  Program Description
  II.  Program Requirements
 III.  Installing ImgViewer/32
  IV.  Getting Started
   V.  Files and Uninstalling
  VI.  Troubleshooting
 VII.  Obtaining images
VIII.  Getting future upgrades
  IX.  Purchase and distribution
   X.  ASP Ombudsman Statement

I. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION.

ImgViewer/32 is a Windows95/NT program for viewing and printing 
digital images in a variety of standard formats.  Image formats 
supported include GIF, .BMP, PCX, TGA, TIF, .JPG, and .PNG. GIF, 
PNG, and PCX provide compression of 256-color images, while .JPG and 
PNG provides compression for 16-million color images, thus saving 
disk space.  The Help file contains a section which discusses 
the advantages/disadvantages of each format.

ImgViewer/32 has editing features and file conversion routines built 
in, which allow you to change images to suit your needs.  You can 
crop, resize, stretch, rotate, mirror, flip, sharpen, soften, extract 
edges, negate and adjust brightness, contrast and gamma.

A quick Zoom Tool provides instant magnification of areas of an 
image, for close inspection.

Full documentation is included in the form of a Windows Help file.  
When you desire help, press your F1 function key for context-sensitive 
help, or press the help button if you are in a dialog box.

ImgViewer/32 is shareware.  It is fully functional and provides 
all features that are included in the registered version, but 
it will "nag" non-registered users occasionally.  You are 
entitled to evaluate the program for a period of 30 days, after 
which you are expected to register for continued use.  When you 
register, you will receive a copy that includes a key file that 
eliminates the nag screens for the current and future versions.  

ImgViewer/32 contains functions which can read and write the .GIF format, 
which contains compression technology covered by U.S. Patent No. 
4,558,302, owned by the Unisys corporation.  The author of ImgViewer/32 has 
obtained a license from Unisys, and pays a royalty on each 
sale, to use this technology. The following statement is 
required by that license:

	"Use of this software is permitted only to the extent
	reasonably required to determine whether to purchase
	the software.

	"After payment is made, use of this software is limited
	to use on only a single personal computer or
	workstation which is not used as a server.  An
	additional payment is required for each use on
	another personal computer or workstation.

	"Only a single copy may be made of this software
	solely for backup or archival purposes.  The software
	may also be transferred to a single hard disk.

	"Any use of this software in violation of the above is
	not licensed.

	"For information concerning licensing the LZW
	compression and/or decompression capability, please
	contact:
		Unisys Corporation
		Welch Licensing Department - CISW19
		Township Line & Union Meeting Roads
		P.O. Box 500
		Blue Bell, Pennsylvania 19424"

II. Program requirements.

ImgViewer/32 requires an IBM compatible 486 or better, running 
Windows 95, or Windows NT, with at least 12 megs of RAM and VGA or 
better graphics.  Recommended: Pentium 75 or better with an 
accelerated graphics adapter.

Most operations require a mouse.

Graphics files can be quite large, particularly with true-color, so a 
large hard disk is recommended.  ImgViewer/32 will require about 2 
megs for program installation.

III. Installing ImgViewer/32

To install ImgViewer/32, run the included setup program.  If the 
program is on a floppy disk, you can use File/Run in the Program 
Manager and type a:\ivsetup or b:\ivsetup, whichever drive is involved.  
You can use the same technique to run setup from a directory on your 
hard drive by supplying the full path, such as c:\temp\ivsetup.  
Alternatively you can use File manager to find the files and 
double-click on IVSETUP.EXE.

Windows 95/NT-4 users can use the "Add/Remove Programs" item in the 
Control Panel to find and start IVSETUP.

IV.  Getting Started.

Double-click the ImgViewer/32 icon to start the program.  If this is 
not a registered copy you may see a shareware "nag" screen.  This 
screen will only be repeated every 10 days, so as to not unduly 
interfere with your operation of the program.  Click OK, or you may 
choose to print an order form. 

When you see the main program window, Click the "open file" icon at the 
left end of the icon bar, and then browse for image files to view.  

If you would like to alter the image, most of the items in the Image 
menu are simple.  Browsing the help file will provide you with more 
information on the image-altering functions.   

V.  FILES AND UNINSTALLING

When ImgViewer/32 is installed, a program (UNINSTAL.EXE) and a data 
file (INSTALL.LOG) are placed in the ImgV32 directory.  The 
following information is provided to aid in removing the 
program in case those files are lost or damaged.

Files distributed with ImgViewer/32:

IVSETUP.EXE 
This file contains all of the program files.  Running it will 
install all of the files where they belong, and will also produce a 
record and program that can be used to uninstall this package. 

README.TXT 
The text file you are reading now.  It is placed outside 
the main install program so that it is readable before the 
program is installed. 

VENDINFO.DIZ, FILEID.DIZ
Information files for shareware distributors and online 
services.  These explain distribution rights and allowable 
methods.

Files installed by running IVSETUP.EXE:

Main Program directory files IMGV32.EXE, IMGV32.HLP, IMGV32.CNT 
README.TXT, UNINSTAL.EXE, INSTALL.LOG.

Windows\System directory files
IK32.OCX, MFC40.DLL, MSGHOO32.OCX, MSVCRT40.DLL, OLEPRO32.DLL, 
VB40032.DLL

Registered users will have one additional file: IV32_REG.KEY.  
This file must be in your ImgV32 directory, and will keep the 
startup shareware screen from appearing.  If you upgrade to a 
new version of ImgViewer/32, do not delete this file - it will work 
with all future versions.

Files created by ImgViewer/32:

ImgViewer/32 creates some temporary files with .TMP 
extensions in the directory pointed to by your TEMP variable.  
If there is no TEMP variable the files will be in the ImgV32 
directory.  Under normal use, the program will clean these up 
when it exits.  If the program crashes it can leave remnant .TMP 
files which should be removed manually as is true of all remnant 
temporary files.

Uninstalling ImgViewer/32:

If the UNINSTAL.EXE program and INSTALL.LOG file have been left 
intact in the ImgV32 directory, running the program will remove all 
files that were installed with ImgViewer/32. If the UNINSTAL program 
has been removed, use the file list above to determine which files 
to remove. 

VI.  Troubleshooting.

If you have any problems with ImgViewer/32, please contact the 
author, even if you are not a registered user.  A fix may be 
available, or you may help the program become better by your 
report.  Be as clear and concise as possible in describing problems.

VII. Obtaining images.

If you regularly use Computer BBS systems or online sources such as 
Compuserve, America Online, or the Internet, you will find a wealth 
of images that can be downloaded.  These images are usually in the 
.GIF or .JPG formats to reduce download time.

You may send two pictures or 35mm slides with your 
registration, for free scanning.  The originals will be 
returned.  Additional scanning is available; contact the author 
for details.

VIII.  Getting future Upgrades.

When you order ImgViewer/32 from the author, you will receive a copy 
of the latest version and an ownership key that permanently enables 
the program.  That key file will work with future versions of the 
program, so no upgrade fee will be required, but you will need 
to find and download those versions as they occur.

The program is frequently provided in both full and upgrade 
forms, with the much smaller upgrade being all that is needed 
for current users to download.

The author maintains current copies available for internet FTP. 
Jumps for the files are available from 
http://www.arcatapet.com/imgv32.html

On America OnLine, use the Keyword "ArcataPet" to reach the 
author's forum.  Current versions will be in the library of 
that forum.

On Compuserve, recent versions can be found in several forums, 
including WINAV, GRAPHSUP, and PHOTOFORUM.

The author does not maintain a presence on other online 
services such as MSN and Prodigy, but recent copies are still 
usually found there.

Registered users who do not have online access may get a disk copy 
from the author for a fee of $5 ($7 non-US).  Send a short note 
indicating your registered status and requesting the latest copy.  
Please use the same name under which you ordered originally.

IX.  Purchase and Distribution.

ImgViewer/32 is shareware.  Free use is extended to any user 
for an evaluation period of 30 days.  For use to be continued, 
the program must be registered with the author.  Price is $25.00.  
California residents please add $1.81 sales tax, and non-US 
buyers should include $2.00 for airmail shipping.  All 
funds should be drawn on a US Dollar account. A convenient form 
for ordering is included in the Help file (and may be 
printed from there).  A toll-free order number will also be 
found on the order form and in the "about" box.  

As a purchase incentive, the author will provide on request two 
free scanned images from your original prints or slides, when sent 
with the order.

Commercial use:  ImgViewer/32 may be used commercially, as long as there is 
a registered copy for each computer/terminal that is using it.  
Bulk licensing is available.

You may freely distribute ImgViewer/32 as long as no fees are charged 
for the program, and all necessary files are included.  Commercial 
Shareware vendors should read the included VENDINFO.DIZ file for 
details. If you are a registered user, do not distribute the file 
IV32_REG.KEY, which identifies you as the user (This identification 
shows up in the "About" box).

X. ASP Ombudman Statement

This program is produced by a member of the Association of Shareware 
Professionals (ASP). ASP wants to make sure that the shareware 
principle works for you. If you are unable to resolve a 
shareware-related problem with an ASP member by contacting the member 
directly, ASP may be able to help. The ASP Ombudsman can help you 
resolve a dispute or problem with an ASP member, but does not provide 
technical support for members' products. Please write to the ASP 
Ombudsman at 545 Grover Road, Muskegon, MI 49442-9427 USA, FAX 
616-788-2765 or send a CompuServe message via CompuServe Mail to ASP 
Ombudsman 70007,3536
