Category : A Collection of Games for DOS and Windows
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Filename : INSTALL.HLP

std.hlp
IBM PC or COMPATIBLE INTERNAL SPEAKER

The IBM PC or compatible is capable of producing
monophonic sound when used with your Sierra game.

Volume control is not available if this option is
selected.


jr.hlp
IBM PCjr

The IBM PCjr is capable of playing three
simultaneous instrument tones.


tandy3v.hlp
TANDY 1000 SERIES

The Tandy 1000 series can play three
simultaneous instrument tones.


tandy.hlp
TANDY 1000 SL, TL, HL, RL SERIES

These Tandy 1000 computers are capable of
recording and playing back digital sound samples
in addition to three simultaneous instrument
tones. However, due to computer hardware
limitations, joystick control is not available
when sampled sounds are played.


tandy.inf
TANDY 1000 SL, TL, HL RL SERIES OPERATION NOTES

ATTENTION JOYSTICK PLAYERS:

These computers are capable of producing realistic
sampled sound effects. However, due to computer
hardware limitations, joystick control is not
available when these sounds are played.

If you wish full joystick control, hit and
select:
"TANDY 1000 SERIES"


ibmps1.hlp
IBM PS/1 AUDIO/JOYSTICK CARD

The Audio/Joystick Card can playback three
simultaneous instrument tones in addition to
digital sampled sounds. This card may only be
installed into IBM PS/1 computers.


cms.hlp
CREATIVE MUSIC SYSTEM or GAME BLASTER CARD

The C/MS or Game Blaster synthesizer card is
capable of producing 12 simultaneous voices.


sndblast.hlp
CREATIVE LABS SOUND BLASTER CARD

The Sound Blaster card can produce 9
simultaneous voices plus realistic sampled
sound effects.


Contact Sierra On-Line to order the
Sound Blaster Card.


adl.hlp
ADLIB MUSIC SYNTHESIZER CARD

The AdLib Music Synthesizer Card can produce
9 simultaneous voices. These voices are
created using frequency modulation (FM) and
can reproduce both melodic and percussive
instruments.

Contact Sierra On-Line to order the AdLib Music
Synthesizer Card.


mt32.hlp
ROLAND MT-32, MT-100, LAPC-1, CM-32L, or CM-64

These Roland MIDI sound modules are capable
of playing eight separate synthesizer parts in
addition to 30 different rhythm sounds.

Also required is a MIDI computer interface (such
as the MPU-IPC) and an external amplifier/speaker
(such as your home stereo) in order to use the
modules with your Sierra game. NOTE: The LAPC-1
card does not require a MIDI interface.

Contact Sierra On-Line to order your Roland PC
Desktop Music Studio.

mt32.inf
ROLAND MT-32, MT-100, CM-32L, or CM-64
OPERATION NOTES

Before running your Sierra game, be sure to always
complete the following procedure:

1. Make sure the module is connected to your MIDI
computer interface and an external amplifer
or stereo system.
2. Turn the power switch to ON.
3. Set your amplifer or stereo volume to a
moderate listening level.

WARNING: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO USE THIS OPTION WITH
OTHER ROLAND SYNTHESIZERS !!!



cga320bw.hlp
This combination works with an IBM Color
Graphics Adaptor and an RGB OR
COMPOSITE monitor. It will produce black
and white images, with various dot patterns
used to simulate color.
See also CGA 4 color.


cga320c.hlp
This combination works with an IBM Color
Graphics Adaptor and an RGB OR
COMPOSITE monitor. It will produce four
color images, with various combinations
used to simulate 16 colors.
See also CGA 2 color.


mcga320.hlp
This combination should be selected for use
on an IBM PS/2 Model 25 or Model 30, OR any
computer that supports the MCGA standard. If
you have a newer IBM PS/2 Model 30/286, you may
realize a slight speed increase if you select
the EGA/VGA with RGB option.


hercmono.hlp
This combination will work with the Hercules
Monochrome Graphics Adaptor (or compatible)
and a monochrome monitor. It uses various
patterns to produce 16 shades of gray.


pcjr320.hlp
This combination works with the built-in video
circuitry of an IBM PC jr. You should configure
your system with no memory resident utilities.
See the box label for special memory requirements
for the PC jr.



ega320.hlp
This combination works with any adaptor that
claims CHIP LEVEL compatibility with an IBM
Enhanced Graphics Adaptor. You do NOT need an
EGA monitor. Any monitor compatible with an
IBM Color Display will work.


tandy320.hlp
This combination works with the built-in video
circuitry of a TANDY 1000 series computer.
If you have installed an additional graphics
adaptor in your system, you may select that
adaptor instead, but you must ensure that your
monitor is connected to the correct plug.


joystick.hlp
If you answer YES to this question, you MUST have
an IBM compatible joystick attached to PORT 1
of your GAME CONTROL ADAPTOR at all times while
playing the game.
Before you start your game, be sure that the
JOYSTICK control is CENTERED. If it is not, you
may experience difficulties controlling your
player.

Answer NO if you do not have a joystick, or do
not wish to use one.



tandykbd.hlp
Select this keyboard if you have an original
TANDY 1000 keyboard. It will allow TANDY 1000
owners to control their character with the
numeric keypad. Certain later model TANDY 1000s
come equipped with an IBM compatible key layout,
and these owners should select the IBM Compatible
Keyboard.
The original TANDY 1000 series keyboard uses a
key layout that differs significantly from the
IBM standard. This keyboard can be identified
by the location of the CAPS LOCK key in the
LOWER/LEFT corner of the keyboard.

tandykbd.inf
Make certain that NUMLOCK is ON if you wish to
use your numeric keypad to control your character.


ibmkbd.hlp
Select this keyboard if you have any of the many
IBM compatible key layouts. You will be able to
control your character using the numeric keypad.

ibmkbd.inf
Make certain that NUMLOCK is OFF if you wish to
use your numeric keypad to control your character.


mouse.hlp
This program supports any mouse that is supplied
with a MicroSoft compatible driver. The mouse
driver must be installed before starting the game.
If you have a mouse, but do not wish to use it,
select NO in response to this item.