VISTA v1.2 Enhanced Multi Purpose Viewer Copyright (c) 1995 by FAXTASTIC (SM) All Rights Reserved The one utility that can do it all ... (SWREG # 5626 $25.00 U.S.) VISTA is Non-Crippled shareware and requires Windows 3.1, VBRUN300.DLL and at least a 386 to run. 1. To install VISTA, unzip contents onto a floppy or to a temporary directory on your hard disk. 2. Make sure that VBRUN300.DLL is in your Windows\System directory 3. Run setup from within windows. (A detailed listing of the VISTA files and their locations, is provided at the end of this document.) 4. Select the VISTA modules you want to install. 5. A VISTA icon is created in a new group called Faxtastic. 6. You are now fully loaded and ready to Enjoy VISTA Viewer & VISTA Print Capture. !!! VISTA revison history is contained at the end of this file !!! ** INTRODUCTION VISTA is a Enhanced Viewer that offers multiple imaging utilities in one complete package. The program utilizes state of the art imaging technology costing hundreds of dollars, it provides you with the following power at a fraction of the cost: - Image Enhancement: multi window, filters, luminance control, conversion, rotation, etc. - Thumbnail Viewer: drag & drop files, clipboard copy & paste - Print Capture: send printer output directly to a graphic file - Clipboard Editor: copy, paste, print & save clipboard images ** IMAGE ENHANCEMENT The VISTA Imaging Viewer features the following capabilities: - 10 Image Formats : BMP, DCX, JPEG, GIF, PCX, TIFF, Targa, Sun Raster, Appler PICT, HALO Cut - Drag & Drop: Instantly view graphic files dragged from File Manager - 4 Image Class Conversion : Bilevel B/W, Gray Scale, Palette, 24-bit True Color - File Compression : Provides image compression when saving. - JPEG Quality: Used to set the JPEG quality factor when saving. - 20 Enhancement Filters : Emboss, Sculpt, Pixelize, Sharpen, etc. - 3 Luminance Controls: Brightness, Contrast, Gamma - Paste Special : Merge images using copy, And, Or, Nand, Nor functions - Graphic Printing: Sizing, Print Dither, Smoothing - Image Resampling: by page, percent or custom X - Y control - 6 Rotational Functions : Left/Right, Top/Bottom, Transpose, 90' CW, 90' CCW, 180 ' - Selection box editing : selectively edit or enhance areas by using the mouse - Multiple Zoom and viewing options - Clipboard cut & paste - Image undo Feature: One undo buffer per window - 3 Independent Image editing Windows - Last Position Placement: Command, Image & Toolbar window placement last positions are stored. ** THUMBNAIL VIEWER When minimized, VISTA can be set to automatically run the Thumbnail Viewer. The small thumbnail window is displayed and remains always on top until closed or minimized. This small viewer has a command subset from the main program and when the main program is maximized, the Thumbnail is automatically closed. - 10 Image Formats : BMP, DCX, JPEG, GIF, PCX, TIFF, Targa, Sun Raster, Appler PICT, HALO Cut - Drag & Drop: Instantly view graphic files dragged from File Manager - Paste Clipboard Images - Copy to Clipboard - Always on Top Display - Movable Window with last position recall - Graphic Printing - Image Info - Variety of Zoom Options - Open File Dialog : Load image files directly from disk using the Open file command dialog. ** PRINT CAPTURE VISTA Print Capture is compatible with all or most windows applications. By simply selecting "VISTA Print Capture" from within your application, you can redirect your reports from paper to one of 5 popular image formats. It is not necessary to have the VISTA program loaded, the print driver is a separate executable program and is independent of the viewer. Vista Print Capture will automatically engage when your application starts to print. When printing is complete VISTA will be removed from memory. Redirects printer output to DISK in form of a graphic image file format: 0. DCX - Multi Page 1. PCX - No Page Break 2. PCX - Multi Page 3. TIFF - Group 3 ( TIFF fax format) 4. TIFF - GammaFax TIFF format Three modes of Activation: 1. File dialog box - Allows input of Filename, Directory and Image type 2. Simple input box - Allows input of Filename, Directory and Image type via the Sendkeys statement 3. ASCII text file - Allows input of Filename, Directory and Image type via a Std ASCII File ACTIVATION Methods: 1. File dialog box - Allows input of Filename, Directory and Image type 2. Simple input box - Allows input of Filename, Directory and Image type via the Sendkeys statement 3. ASCII text file - Allows input of Filename, Directory and Image type via a Std ASCII File As part of the installation process, VISTA Print Capture installs the following file VISTAPRN.INI : * VISTA Print Capture Setup Parameters [Registration] Authcode= UserID= [Options] FileMode=0 * 0=Full Dialog Box * 1=Data String, Simple input Box FileName= * If a filename is present, modes 0 & 1 are ignored HelpFile=C:\VISTA Mode 1, set FileMode= 0 and no FileName Mode 2, set FileMode= 0 and no FileName. The file string passed to VISTA Print Capture must be in the following format: Filename, Format (0-4) The ( ,n ) format number is optional, the default is 0 (DCX) The string must be end with a Carriage Return and use the True statement on SendKeys to pause until completion. i.e. x = Shell("C:\VISTA\VISTAPRN", 1) SendKeys "C:\TEST.DCX,0" + Chr(13), True Report.Action = 1 Please Note: VISTA Print Capture must be executed and have the keyboard stuffed before your application sends output to the printer. Mode 3, Set the FileName= ASCII text file containing the Filename and format (optional) of the pending report. When FileName contains data, VISTA Print Capture ignores the FileMode switch and opens the ascii file listed in the FileName. i.e. FileName=C:\MyFile.txt MyFile.txt C:\myfax.dcx File to be created by VISTA Print Capture 0 Format to be used by VISTA (if omitted, 0 DCX is assumed) Program Restriction: The VBX and DRV files supplied with Version 1.2, have a bug that causes the Multi-PCX function to lock up. If you have the need to use MULTI-PCX format and are registered user, just e-mail a request for a copy of the 8/94 Vista Print Drivers from Faxtastic. This problem is under investigation and will be corrected in a future release. Automatic Installation : VISTA print driver is automatically installed in your win.ini during setup. Fine & Standard Resolution: Fine mode offers 204 x 196 and Standard mode offers 204 x 98 Please Note: VISTA requires that a print driver of any type (i.e. Laser, Dot Matrix or VISTA) be defined as default from within Windows. A GPF will occur if no printer has been selected as default when VISTA is run. ** CLIPBOARD EDITOR By means of the VISTA File New and Paste functions, a clipboard image can be viewed, enhanced, printed and saved to disk . Clipboard images are treated just as images loaded from disk. ** REGISTRATION The unregistered version of VISTA is 100% functional and Not Crippled in any manner. However, all unregistered versions do include a small registration reminder that will appear periodically while the program is running. The registration reminder screen will disappear by pressing the OK button. Benefits of Registering: - Free upgrades on all minor releases (i.e. 1.x) and bug fixes (if you download them yourself). - Discounts on major releases (i.e. 1.x to 2.x). - Notification of major releases (i.e. 1.x to 2.x) via e-mail. - Two user license (the right to install VISTA on 2 Computers that you use) . - 3 months free support via electronic mail. - A authorization code and user ID that permanently disables the registration reminder. To Register: We urge all users to run, test and evaluate this package to its fullest. If you decide to register this program, then the $25.00 (U.S.) registration fee can be paid three different ways: 1. If you pay by credit card, please send the card number, expiration date and full name (as it appears on the card) via Fax at 609-988-9742 or Electronic mail to either 72210,2040 on CompuServe or Xfaxtastic@aol.com on America Online. A User ID and Authorization Code will be sent to you by E-mail. 2. If you have a CompuServe account, you can use the on-line software registration service. This service will charge your account $25.00, and will automatically send Faxtastic an e-mail message notifying us that you have registered VISTA. To use this service, go to the SWREG forum on CompuServe, and use Registration ID 5626. You will receive a User ID and Authorization Code by E-mail (usually within 24 - 48 hours). 3. If you prefer to register by surface mail, please print and complete the enclosed order form contained in this help file. Note: NJ Residents are required to add 6% sales tax when ordering directly from Faxtastic, options (1 & 3). Note: You will not receive a diskette or a manual in the mail when you register. You already have the complete VISTA program. This method allows Faxtastic to offer VISTA minor releases at no charge and major releases at substantial discounts, simply download them at your convienance. INTERNATIONAL (NON-U.S.) REGISTRATIONS Our bank charges us $30 for clearing a foreign check, including Canada. Due to this we cannot accept payment on foreign orders by check. All Foreign orders must orders must pay via VISA, MasterCard or CompuServe SWREG ** TECHNICAL SUPPORT Questions, comments, suggestions, bugs, etc should be sent via electronic mail to : FAXTASTIC 72210,2040 on CompuServe XFaxtastic@aol.com on America Online Be Sure to include program name, version & User ID Most problems associated with VISTA concern poor image quality. If an image appears grainy, it is probally because your video doesn't support enough colors to show the image correctly. - VISTA can work with 16 colors but a minimum of 256 colors is highly recommended. - VISTA works best when using either 640 x 480 or 800 x 600 resolutions. ** COPYRIGHT NOTICE VISTA Copyright (c) 1995 by FAXTASTIC All Rights Reserved Portions Copyright (c) 1994-1995 by Media Cybernetics, L.P. Portions Copyright (c) 1994 by Stylus Innovations Corporation Portions Copyright (c) 1994 by Sheridan Software Systems File Commands - New - Open - Close - Save - Save As - Print - Exit Edit Commands - Cut - Copy - Paste - Paste Special - Clear - Select All - Undo View Commands - Full Screen Preview - Zoom In - Zoom Out - Zoom to Fit - 100% (No Zoom) - Page Up / Down - Panning Image Commands - Luminance Control - Filtering - Convert - Resample - Rotation Options - Thumbnail Viewer ** LICENSE LIMITED WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY THIS SOFTWARE AND ACCOMPANYING WRITTEN MATERIALS (INCLUDING INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE) ARE PROVIDES "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND. FURTHER, FAXTASTIC DOES NOT WARRANT, GUARANTEE,OR MAKE ANY REPRESENTATIONS REGARDING THE USE, OR THE RESULTS OF USE, OF THE SOFTWARE OR WRITTEN MATERIALS IN TERMS OF CORRECTNESS, ACCURACY, RELIABILITY, CURRENTNESS, OR OTHERWISE. THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO THE RESULTS AND PERFORMANCE OF THE SOFTWARE IS ASSUMED BY YOU. IF THE SOFTWARE OR WRITTEN MATERIALS ARE DEFECTIVE YOU, AND NOT FAXTASTIC OR ITS DEALERS, DISTRIBUTORS, AGENTS, OR EMPLOYEES, ASSUME THE ENTIRE COST OF ALL NECESSARY SERVICING, REPAIR, OR CORRECTION. THE ABOVE IS THE ONLY WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, THAT IS MADE BY FAXTASTIC, ON THIS FAXTASTIC PRODUCT. NO ORAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION OR ADVICE GIVEN BY FAXTASTIC, ITS DEALERS, DISTRIBUTORS, AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE A WARRANTY OR IN ANY WAY INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY AND YOU MAY NOT RELY ON ANY SUCH INFORMATION OR ADVICE. YOU MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. NEITHER FAXTASTIC NOR ANYONE ELSE WHO HAS BEEN INVOLVED IN THE CREATION, PRODUCTION OR DELIVERY OF THIS PRODUCT SHALL BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF BUSINESS PROFITS, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, LOSS OF BUSINESS INFORMATION, AND THE LIKE) ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE SUCH PRODUCT EVEN IF FAXTASTIC HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. This Limited Warranty shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of New Jersey. ACKNOWLEDGMENT BY USING THE SHAREWARE VERSION OF VISTA YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, UNDERSTAND IT, AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY ITS' TERMS AND CONDITIONS. YOU ALSO AGREE THAT THE LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE COMPLETE AND EXCLUSIVE STATEMENT OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE PARTIES AND SUPERSEDE ALL PROPOSALS OR PRIOR AGREEMENTS, ORAL OR WRITTEN, AND ANY OTHER COMMUNICATIONS BETWEEN THE PARTIES RELATING TO THE SUBJECT MATTER OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY. 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 two personal computer workstations which are not used as a server. An additional payment is required for each use on another two personal computers or workstations. Only a single copy may be made of this software solely for backup or archival purposes. Any use of this software in violation of the above is not licensed. ** DEFINITION OF SHAREWARE Shareware distribution gives users a chance to try software before buying it. If you try a Shareware program and continue using it, you are expected to register. Individual programs differ on details -- some request registration while others require it, some specify a maximum trial period. With registration, you get anything from the simple right to continue using the software to an updated program with printed manual. Copyright laws apply to both Shareware and commercial software, and the copyright holder retains all rights, with a few specific exceptions as stated below. Shareware authors are accomplished programmers, just like commercial authors, and the programs are of comparable quality. (In both cases, there are good programs and bad ones!) The main difference is in the method of distribution. The author specifically grants the right to copy and distribute the software, either to all and sundry or to a specific group. For example, some authors require written permission before a commercial disk vendor may copy their Shareware. Shareware is a distribution method, not a type of software. You should find software that suits your needs and pocketbook, whether it's commercial or Shareware. The Shareware system makes fitting your needs easier, because you can try before you buy. And because the overhead is low, prices are low also. Shareware has the ultimate money-back guarantee -- if you don't use the product, you don't pay for it. ** TRADEMARK ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS FAXTASTIC is a Registered Service Mark of FAXTASTIC All other trademarks in this document are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. ****************************************************************************** VISTA File Summary v 1.2 ****************************************************************************** Files located in \Windows directory: ++ VISTA.INI 04-21-95 ++ VISTAPRN.INI 05-22-95 Files located in \windows\system directory: ++ VFPRINT.DRV Print Driver 01-27-95 + UNIDRV.DLL " " 11-22-93 File located in the user defined VISTA application directory (default = c:\vista): ++ VISTA.EXE 05-22-95 ++ VISTAPRN.EXE 05-22-95 ++ VISTA.HLP 05-22-95 ++ README.TXT 05-22-95 + CMDIALOG.VBX 04-28-93 + SPIN.VBX 04-28-93 + MSMASKED.VBX 04-28-93 + THREED.VBX 07-17-93 + COMMDLG.DLL 11-11-93 ++ HIC.VBX Image Control 12-02-94 ++ FMDROP1.VBX FM Drag & Drop 08-12-94 ++ SSDOCKTB.VBX Toolbutton Control 10-07-94 ++ SSFORMFX.VBX Form Control 10-07-94 ++ VFAX.VBX Print Capture 01-27-95 ++ HIFFL.DLL File Format Lib 11-28-94 ++ HILCONV.DLL Conversion Lib. 11-28-94 ++ HILENH.DLL Enhancement Lib 11-28-94 ++ HILIMMGR.DLL Memory Management Lib 11-28-94 ++ HILXFORM.DLL Transformation Lib 11-28-94 ++ IFFBMP.DLL BMP Lib 11-28-94 ++ IFFEPS.DLL EPS Lib 11-28-94 ++ IFFGIF.DLL GIF Lib 11-28-94 ++ IFFHCUT.DLL CUT Lib 11-28-94 ++ IFFJPEG.DLL JPEG Lib 11-28-94 ++ IFFPCX.DLL PCX Lib 11-29-94 ++ IFFPICT.DLL PICT Lib 11-28-94 ++ IFFRAS.DLL Sun Raster Lib 11-28-94 ++ IFFTGA.DLL Targa Lib 11-28-94 ++ IFFTIFF.DLL Tiff Lib 11-28-94 ++ ICANFAX.DLL Print Capture 02-06-94 + Visual Basic 3.0 files ++ VISTA files VISTA setup adds the following lines to your WIN.INI [PrinterPorts] VISTA Print Capture=VFPRINT,C:\VISTA\VISTAPRN.exe,15,45 [devices] VISTA Print Capture=VFPRINT,C:\VISTA\VISTAPRN.exe ****************************************************************************** VISTA Revision History ****************************************************************************** VISTA 1.0a - Modified setup to install most VISTA files to the application directory. - Fixed status display error (Page 1 of 0) when viewing non DCX multi-page files. - Added a detailed readme.txt file - Included a complete VISTA file summary Note: Version 1.0 users can remove all VISTA VBX & DLL files marked (++) from their windows\system directory. VISTA 1.1 - Resolved "File not Found" error when loading a file from a drive other then the VISTA default. - Enhanced error checking routines VISTA 1.2 - Additional error trapping during class conversions & pasting have been added. - Control now returns directly back to VISTA, not program manager when exiting the registration notice. - The file compression switch now default to on. Many formats, including GIF require file compression. When file compression is on, the image's default compression mode is automatically selected. - The print capture utility has been removed from the viewer program and now resides as a standalone utility (VISTAPRN.EXE). - VISTA Print Capture now outputs in 5 image formats. - VISTA Print Capture can be activated by Sendkeys or a Ascii text file. - The Setup program now offers a choice of installing either the Viewer, Print Capture or both. Setup will automatically remove the old VISTA print driver (VISTA=VFPRINT,C:\VISTA\VISTA.exe,15,45) from WIN.INI . Program Restriction: The VBX and DRV files supplied with Version 1.0 - 1.2, have a bug that causes the Multi-PCX function to lock up. If you have the need to use MULTI-PCX format and are registered user, just e-mail a request for a copy of the 8/94 Vista Print Drivers from Faxtastic. This problem is under investigation and will be corrected in a future release.