The Third Dimension(TM) version 1.2c MMX - Readme 
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Overview
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This application lets users create and manipulate stunning three-
dimensional scenes using a collection of objects, tools, lighting 
schemes, backgrounds, textures, and colors. Users also have the
ability to remove objects using a variety of delete tools.

Installation
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* Insert the CD into the CD-ROM drive.
* Wait a few seconds for the splash screen to come up.
* Click on the 'Install' button.
* Continue with the installation, following the instructions presented.

If the splash screen fails to appear when the CD is inserted...

* Click the 'Start' button on the task bar.
* Click on 'Run...'
* Type in 'd:\setup' and click 'OK'.
* Continue with the installation, following the instructions presented.


A sampler of Davidson products comes with the application. Once the 
application has been installed, you may access the Davidson
Sampler by first running the setup from the Start Menu
(Start->Programs->The Third Dimension->Davidson Sampler Demo Setup).
Once the setup is complete, the sampler may be accessed from the Start
Menu (Start->Davidson Product Sampler->Davidson Product Sampler).



Minimum System Requirements
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* Pentium 166 MHz MMX(TM)
* 16 MB RAM
* Video card with 2 MB RAM
* 8x CD-ROM drive
* 16-bit sound card
* Windows 95


Performance Issues
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The user may find that the creation of several objects (more than 30)
and application of several Fun Wacky Tools to these objects may hinder 
performance. This is completely normal, since using more objects and
Fun Wacky Tools means using more system resources. 



"Video Not Available" Error Message
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If you're receiving the message "Video not available" when running the
program, uninstall and then re-install the program. 


Switching Video Resolution
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The Third Dimension automatically switches your monitor resolution to
640X480 each time the application is launched. When you exit The Third 
Dimension your original monitor resolution is automatically restored. On 
some video cards your previous resolution will not be restored if your 
computer enters Advanced Power Management (APM) while the application is 
running. You can restore your monitor to its original setting by selecting 
the settings tab in the Monitor control panel.


Using Xmouse with the Program
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Users who are using Xmouse will need to turn off Xmouse before starting 
The Third Dimension. This will ensure that the program runs in 
the intended resolution of 640x480.

Program's window does not cover the entire screen
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The program is designed to run in a resolution of 640x480. This is
to allow optimal video performance. Clicking on the desktop 
while the program is loading will cause the program to run in the system 
resolution that was being used just before starting the program. This
is definitely not recommended since it will cause video and performance
problems. In order to make the program run at its designed resolution, 
the user has to click on The Third Dimension taskbar button.





TECHNICAL SUPPORT
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If you are continually experiencing problems running The Third
Dimension, call or contact our Technical Support for assistance.

Telephone: Call (310) 793-0600, M-F, 7 A.M. to 6 P.M. Pacific Time.
Fax: Our fax number is (310) 214-7937, 24 hours daily.
America Online Forum keyword: Davidson
E-mail: support@davd.com
World Wide Web address: http://www.davd.com

 1996 Davidson & Associates, Inc.
Xmouse is registered by Bogus Software.
Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
Pentium is a registered trademark and MMX is a trademark of
Intel Corporation.
The Third Dimension is a trademark of Davidson & Associates, Inc.

