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Pivot(R) Software Manual Contents
In this booklet you will find instructions to assist you in installing
and using Pivot(R) Software. This Documentation covers:
- Windows(R) 9x, Me, NT, 2000
Pivot(R) software adds functionality to your monitor, but is not required
for you to use your display in traditional Landscape orientation.
If you experience any difficulty, you can always remove the Pivot(R)
Software and revert to the native driver software which came with your
graphics adapter card or computer.
As new graphics cards and operating systems are introduced, Pivot(R)
Software is upgraded to provide enhanced compatibility with current
configurations. If your system is not supported in this release, please
contact the manufacturer of your display or graphics adapter, to see if
an upgrade is available. Thank you for using Pivot(R) Software.
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WINDOWS(R) 9x, Me, NT, 2000
Pivot(R) Plug-In software (Introduction)
Pivot(R) for Windows(R) 9x, Me, NT, 2000 has been configured as a 'Plug-In' software
that works directly with your installed Manufacturer's (native) graphics
driver to greatly enhance Pivot(R) speed and compatibility. The Pivot(R)
Plug-In software no longer 'replaces' your original native landscape
graphics driver. Pivot(R) now works directly with your native driver,
allowing the native Display Properties 'Control Panels' to operate
normally.
In landscape mode, Pivot(R) "steps out of the way" to allow your native
driver to function normally. When 'Rotate' is selected, Pivot(R) software
activates to allow portrait viewing.
IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INFORMATION: First load your NATIVE landscape
drivers. The native driver MUST be active to allow Pivot(R) software to
work correctly!
Pivot(R) Installation Instructions, Windows(R) 9x, Me, NT, 2000
1. Quit all other applications
2. Make sure your native drivers are installed before installing
Pivot(R) software.
3. Insert the Pivot(R) CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive
4. Windows(R) 9x, Me, NT, 2000: select RUN from the START button on the Taskbar
5. Type D:\SETUP.EXE (replace D: with the letter of your CD-ROM if
necessary)
6. Click INSTALL
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION for Pivot(R) Plug-In software for Windows(R) 9x, Me, NT, 2000
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1.0 Known issues with Pivot(R) Plug-In
1.1 Direct Draw Problems
If you experience any problems running a Direct Draw application or any
other animation routines such as .AVI, QuickTime, or others, please do
the following:
1. Rotate your screen image to landscape mode and re-launch the
animation application.
This will usually correct the problem.
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2.0 Before you call Technical Support
Remember, Pivot(R) Plug-In software does not replace your manufacturer's
(native) display drivers. Instead Pivot(R) works directly with your
native drivers to add portrait functionality. Therefore, if a bug
exists in your native driver, it will still exist when Pivot(R) Plug-In
software is active.
If you find a problem that you suspect is graphics display driver
related, you need to follow a few simple steps to verify and possibly
correct the situation.
1. Does this problem occur in both landscape and portrait orientation?
2. Does this problem occur at different resolutions, for example 800x600
vs. 1024x768?
3. Does this problem occur when using different color depths (256 vs.
High Color)?
4. Does this problem occur when using your native driver without Pivot(R)
loaded?
a) If the problem happens in both landscape and portrait modes, then
this may be a native driver issue. Please do the following:
Make sure you have the most current native display drivers. Most
manufacturers such as Diamond, STB, ATI and others have web sites that
will allow you to down load current drivers.
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COPYRIGHTS AND TRADEMARKS
MacPortrait(R), WinPortrait(R), Pivot(R), the Pivot Enabled(R) logo, the
Portrait Displays, Inc. logo, and Portrait Displays, Inc. are trademarks
of Portrait Displays, Inc.
Copyright 1993-2000, Portrait Displays, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Portrait Displays, Inc.'s software contain certain trade secrets and
confidential and proprietary information of Portrait Displays, Inc. Use,
reproduction, disclosure and distribution by any means are prohibited,
except pursuant to a written license from Portrait Displays, Inc. Use of
copyright notice is precautionary and does not imply publication or
disclosure. Other trademarks or service marks are property of their
respective holders.
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End User Software License Agreement
When you open the Pivot(R) Software package, you indicate your acceptance
of this license agreement. Pivot(R) Software is the property of Portrait
Displays, Inc. and is protected by United States and International
copyright laws. Portrait Displays, Inc. grants you a non-exclusive
license to use one copy of Pivot(R) Software on a single computer display
device. You may not duplicate the software, except to make a single
backup copy or to install on a hard disk, or on multiple computers if
they are all attached to and using the same display. You may transfer
the Pivot(R) Software to another person only if you retain no copies of
the software, and the new owner agrees to this license agreement. The
software contains copyrighted material, trade secrets and other
proprietary material. You may not de-compile, reverse engineer,
disassemble or otherwise reduce the software to any human readable or
usable form. You may not modify or create any derivative works based on
the software. This license is in effect until termination. You may
terminate this license by destroying all copies of the software and
documentation. Portrait Displays Inc. may terminate this license if you
fail to comply with any of the provisions of this agreement.
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Download Driver Pack
After your driver has been downloaded, follow these simple steps to install it.
Expand the archive file (if the download file is in zip or rar format).
If the expanded file has an .exe extension, double click it and follow the installation instructions.
Otherwise, open Device Manager by right-clicking the Start menu and selecting Device Manager.
Find the device and model you want to update in the device list.
Double-click on it to open the Properties dialog box.
From the Properties dialog box, select the Driver tab.
Click the Update Driver button, then follow the instructions.
Very important: You must reboot your system to ensure that any driver updates have taken effect.
For more help, visit our Driver Support section for step-by-step videos on how to install drivers for every file type.