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"Howard Marks Video Casino Games"
Readme.txt
Updated October 6, 1999
Hasbro Interactive
CONTENTS:
Minimum System Requirements
Additions and Changes to the Manual
Important Information to Read Before Calling Tech Support
Troubleshooting Data
Technical Support Information
License Agreement
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MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Operating System: Windows 95/98
CD-ROM Drive: 6X Speed
Memory: 16 MB RAM
Hard Disk Space: 2 MB free Hard Disk Space (Minimum Install)
Processor: Pentium 133 or Higher
Video: Windows 95 compatible SVGA card capable of
displaying 16-bit color at 640x480 resolution,
with at least 2 Meg Video RAM
Sound: Windows 95 compatible sound card
DirectX: Requires DirectX version 6.1 compatible drivers
(Included on the CD)
RECOMMENDED SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Operating System: Windows 98
CD-ROM Drive: 8X Speed
Memory: 48 MB RAM
Hard Disk Space: 360 MB free Hard Disk Space (Full Install)
Processor: Pentium 300 or Higher
Video: Windows 95 compatible SVGA card capable of
displaying 16-bit color, 640x480 resolution,
with at least 4 Meg Video RAM
Sound: Windows 95 compatible sound card
Misc: 56 kps modem or higher (for Internet play)
DirectX: The most recent DirectX version 6.1 compatible drivers
for your hardware.
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ADDITIONS AND CHANGES TO THE MANUAL
HOTKEYS:
Hotkeys were added to make the game quicker and easier to play.
Global Keys: (Work in All Games)
B- Bet
M- Bet Max
?- Brings up the "Help Tip Boxes"
O- Brings up the "Options Screen"
P- Brings up "Paytable"
<Enter>- Opens "Chat" in Multiplayer
<F2>- Opens "Chat" in Multiplayer
<Backspace>- Cash Out
<F3>- Brings up the stats screen
Poker:
D- Deal
1,2,3,4,5- Toggle hold for card position from left to right
Carnival Poker:
1,2,3,4,5- Place card in position from left to right
Keep Dealin' Poker:
1,2,3- Select specific sign from left to right
4- Will select "More" if there are more than three
possible winning combinations
Pick 5 Poker:
1,2- Pick specific card
Black Jack (Regular and Side Action 21):
H- Hit
S- Stand
D- Double
T- Split
Y- Play
+- Bet +1
-- Bet -1
C- Clear all bets
B- Adds 10 to the currently selected bet
M- Sets the currently selected bet to 99 (the max bet)
NEW FEATURES:
The "Animation Off" feature has been replaced with a "Speed Play"
option. This option affects several of the poker games, making gameplay quicker.
ADVANCED GAMBLING STRATEGY GUIDE:
An advanced gambling strategy guide is automatically installed with the
program and can be accessed through the Start Menu. This will contain
many tips and advanced strategies for playing many of the games, including
expected value tables, and tips straight from Howard Marks himself.
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BEFORE CALLING TECH SUPPORT
"Howard Marks Video Casino Games" requires DirectX 6 to be installed on
your computer to run properly. If you do not have DirectX 6 installed, you
can install it during setup, or install it from the "Howard Marks Video
Casino Games" CD-ROM at:
E:\DIRECTX6\DIRECTX\DXSETUP.EXE
(Where E is your CD-ROM Drive)
Or you can download the latest version directly from Microsoft at:
http://www.microsoft.com/DirectX
Make sure you have the latest drivers for your graphics card and sound
card. Contact the manufacturers on the World Wide Web or call them to make
sure you have the latest drivers.
Finally, if you are experiencing problems with the game, check the Hasbro
Interactive Website for any game related updates or patches. The Hasbro
Interactive website can be reached at:
http://www.hasbro-interactive.com
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TROUBLESHOOTING
PERFORMANCE ISSUES:
If "Howard Marks Video Casino Games" seems to be running slowly,
or the performance seems choppy, you can turn "Speed Play" on, and select
"Slow" for "Movie Speed" in the Options Screen.
DISPLAY PROBLEMS:
Most display problems are a result of having out of date drivers for your
video card, or an out of date version of DirectX. If you have a problem,
try updating your display drivers first. You can usually obtain the latest
drivers from your video-card vendor's web page or by contacting their technical
support directly. Also ensure that you have the latest version of DirectX,
which comes with this program. DirectX 6 can be installed from the "Howard
Marks Video Casino Games" CD-ROM by running:
E:\DIRECTX6\DIRECTX\DXSETUP.EXE
(Where E is your CD-ROM Drive)
Or you can download the latest version directly from Microsoft at:
http://www.microsoft.com/DirectX
If either of those don't solve the problem, read on:
KNOWN VIDEO PROBLEMS:
Certain ATI RAGE PRO video cards may exhibit unusual behavior. If your video
card does this, please download the latest drivers, and update your DirectX
to the most recent version available. If the problem still occurs, please
check the Hasbro Interactive Tech Support Web-Site for any game related
updates or patches.
If video problems appear with your ATI video card making the game unplayable,
you may be able to restore the screen by pressing <alt-tab> and going to
either the windows desktop, or another application, then pressing <alt-tab>
to return to the game.
AUDIO PROBLEMS:
KNOWN AUDIO PROBLEMS:
Certain Sound Cards have been known to cause stuttering of the music. If your
sound card does this, please download the latest drivers, and update your
DirectX to the most recent version available. If the problem still occurs,
please check the Hasbro Interactive Tech Support Web-Site for any game
related updates or patches.
NETWORK PROBLEMS:
KNOWN NETWORK PROBLEMS:
Dial-Up Connections connecting through the Zone have been known to have
difficulties with more than 4 players per game. If while connecting to the
Zone through a dial-up connection then limit the number of players to 4
or less per multi-player game.
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TECHNICAL SUPPORT
If you are having technical difficulties with the "Howard Marks Video
Casino Games" CD-ROM game, please read all the information in this README.TXT
file before calling technical support. If you call technical support, please
have the following information available (and be ready to take notes):
1. The correct name of the game ("Howard Marks Video Casino Games")
2. The type of computer you are running the game on.
3. The exact error message reported (if any).
For telephone technical support, please call (410) 568-2377. Support hours
are from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m., Eastern Standard Time, Monday through
Friday, and from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, Saturday and
Sunday, holidays excluded. No game hints will be given through this number.
You may communicate with our technical support staff directly via the
Internet or through popular commercial online providers, such as America
Online, Prodigy, and CompuServe. Direct any E-mail questions concerning the
"Howard Marks Video Casino Games" CD-ROM game to:
[email protected]
For information on, or updates for, the "Howard Marks Video Casino Games"
CD-ROM, or any other Hasbro Interactive product, please visit:
http://www.hasbro-interactive.com
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LICENSE AGREEMENT
LEGAL NOTICE/LIMITED WARRANTY
LIMITED LICENSE
You are entitled to use this product for your own use, but may not sell
or transfer reproductions of the software or manual to other parties in
any way. You may use one copy of the product on a single terminal
connected to a single computer. You may not network the product or
otherwise use it on more than one computer or computer terminal at the
same time, other than for network and Internet play as described in this
manual.
HASBRO INTERACTIVE'S LIMITED NINETY-DAY WARRANTY
Hasbro Interactive warrants for a period of ninety (90) days following
the original retail purchase of this copy of the "Howard Marks Video Casino
Games" CD-ROM game that the program is free from substantial errors or
defects that will materially interfere with the operation of the program
as described in the enclosed user documentation. This policy applies to
the initial purchaser only.
If you believe you have found any such error or defect in the program
during the warranty period, call Hasbro Interactives' Technical Support
Department at (410) 568-2377, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and
12:00 a.m. Monday through Friday (Eastern Time) and 8:00 a.m. to
8:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, holidays excluded. Our technical
personnel will attempt to help you correct any problem that may occur.
If you have a problem resulting from a manufacturing defect in the
CD-ROM, Hasbro Interactive will replace your compact disc with a
corrected version. For problems resulting from your system software or
hardware, Hasbro Interactive will suggest technical solutions to help
you avoid the problem.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have
rights, which vary from, state to state.
DISC REPLACEMENT POLICY
If this product fails within ninety (90) days of purchase for any reason
other than accident or misuse, please return the defective disc together
with a dated proof of purchase to Hasbro Interactive Software Consumer
Returns, 1027 Newport Avenue, Pawtucket, RI 02862, for a free
replacement. This policy applies to the original purchaser only.
LIMITATIONS ON WARRANTY
Unauthorized representations: Hasbro Interactive warrants only that the
program will perform as described in the user documentation. No other
advertising, description or representation, whether or not made by a
Hasbro Interactive dealer, distributor, agent or employee, shall be
binding upon Hasbro Interactive or shall change the terms of this
warranty.
Implied warranties limited: EXCEPT AS STATED ABOVE, HASBRO INTERACTIVE
MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, REGARDING THIS PRODUCT.
HASBRO INTERACTIVE DISCLAIMS ANY WARRANTY THAT THE SOFTWARE IS FIT FOR
A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY SHALL
BE LIMITED TO THE NINETY (90) DAY DURATION OF THIS LIMITED EXPRESS
WARRANTY AND IS OTHERWISE EXPRESSLY AND SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMED.
No consequential damages: HASBRO INTERACTIVE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR
SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES, EVEN IF HASBRO
INTERACTIVE IS ADVISED OF OR AWARE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
This means that Hasbro Interactive shall not be responsible or liable
for lost profits or revenues, or for damages or costs incurred as a
result of loss of time, data, or use of the software, or from any other
cause, except for the actual cost of this product. In no event shall
Hasbro Interactives' liability exceed the purchase price of this
product. Some states do not allow exclusions or limitations on how long
an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to
you.
(c) 1999 Hasbro Interactive, Inc. (c) 1999 Hasbro, Inc. All rights
reserved.