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Music Frame for Java
Version 0.04
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Welcome to Music Frame for Java!

What the hell is MusicFrame?

If you're really interested in music and/or you've a big collection of CD, MC, LP,
Video etc. then this software is for YOU!

MusicFrame for Java is a xBase type database to store data with musical relation. In
fact it's a programm that can manage your cd, mc, lp or whatsever collection. It can
show crossreferences between bands as the main goal.
If you once have your database up to date you can pre calculate a planed recording to
cd or mc etc.
MusicFrame gives you some information 'bout your collection and database.
MusicFrame are able to create playlists for Albatros CD-Player, Creative Labs CTCD,
MMOS/2 cdplayer on OS/2, the Windows 9x cdplayer 1 and cdplayers whose supports CDDB.
This version includes a little demo database. If you want the full database, you'll have
to register your copy.


What requirements are there?

You must have installed a Java JRE 1.1.8 or higher and Swing 1.0.3. Your Operating
System of choice must be capable to run Java applications. The fourth beta
(this version) will be released to the Linux, OS/2 and Windows communities.

The execution on other plattforms is supported, but MusicFrame for Java can't access
the CD-rom drive on plattforms other than OS/2 and Windows NT/2000 this time. I hope
I can supply the linux and windows 9x support in the next version.



How can I install or uninstall Music Frame for Java?

Installation is simple, just unzip all files in the archive to a temporary directory.
From there you should select the install file which supportet by your plattform.

Linux:           First type 'chmod 777 instlinux' then execute instlinux
OS/2:            Run instos2.cmd
Windows 9x:      Run instwin.bat
Windows NT/2000: Run instnt.cmd

MusicFrame makes no changes to your configuration. So you have to delete all files in
your MusicFrame directory if you wish to discontinue using.



Are there any restrictions in the unregistered version?

No, the unregistered version is full functional. But the logo window is shown 20 seconds.


I miss some features, where do you hide it?

This version is beta software and still under developement. Not all features are implemented yet.
If you interested in this software please fill out my feedback form and send it to
anakor@admiral.berlinet.de by email. So I'll know what you would like to see and what do you think
about this software.
You can also post questions, suggestions or wishes. I'll try to lend you an ear.

Newest updates can be found at:
http://www.anakor.de
http://hobbes.nmsu.edu
http://www.leo.org



What's new?

0.01 First public release
0.02 NEW: Export to MMOS/2 CD-Player
     Bug: CDHEX is wrong if there's a byte 0 in it.
     Bug: Label wasn't accepted, when no cdhex where available
     NEW: Export to Creative Labs CD-Player CTCD
0.03 Bug: Help files were corrupt
0.04 NEW: OS/2 DLL completly rewritten. Now, no MMOS/2 is required and supports Java 1.3.
     EXT: Export to all supported cdplayers partly rewritten, to match with the new dll.
     EXT: New Database, now we're compatible with cddb and the windows95 cdplayer.
     EXT: The name of the registered user now is shown in Info
     NEW: Windows 2000/NT support. Now we can scan CD's on Windows 2000 and Windows NT.
     NEW: Export to Windows 95 CD-Player
     NEW: Export to CDDB


Are there any known problems with MusicFrame?

On Linux the IBM Java 1.30 isn't very stable at all. I recommend IBM JDK 1.1.8
for using with MusicFrame.
On OS/2 I 've good experience with IBM JRE 1.30.
You can download the newest IBM JRE from the Internet.
If you don't be able to execute MusicFrame stable, try to disable the JNI compiler!
If you have any problems using MusicFrame please email me.


How can I register MusicFrame for Java?

If you live in the US register your copy with the BMT Micro Order form, or online at
http://www.bmtmicro.com. The registration is $15. You'll receive your key direct
from me via email. So please give BMT your email address.

If you live in Europe simply send your money to this bank:

Frank Ambacher, Berliner Bank BLZ: 10020000, Konto: 3400351700, Germany
with this text: Reg for MusicFrame/J <Your address, email>
The registration is EUR 15 or DM 30.-.
You'll receive your key via email direct from me.

If you live outside the US and outside of Europe please order with BMT Micro, too.



Are you responsible on damages or loss of outcomes?

THIS PROGRAM IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND.
The developer disclaims all warranties expressed or implied for this program.
The developer shall not be liable for any outcomes caused by the use or misuse of this program.
You may not reverse ingeneering the MusicFrame files.
You may not disassemble, reverse-compile, reverse-assemble, or alter the files in any manner.
Each individual end-user will register this product after an evaluation period of ten (10) days.
Use of the program indicates your acceptance of the above license agreement.



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