IRIXDiVX 0.94
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                 Copyright (C) 2001-2003 by Brandon Corey


Introduction
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Let me start off by encouraging people who are having problems with the
program to contact me.  From browsing around the newsgroups and other
forums, I get the feeling that there are still some unresolved issues.
If you are having a problem with IRIXDiVX, PLEASE REPORT IT!  I cannot
fix what I am not aware of.  Do NOT assume that I'm aware of the issue.

I develop this program by myself in my spare time, and have a limited
number of movies available.  Other hardware, as well as movies generated
with different encoders and settings can produce issues that I may not be
aware of.  I've resolved many issues in the past that are due to encoders
straying from specific standards.

I'd also like to specifically thank max_impact, who has been very helpful
with thoroughly testing the software.  He's helped provide detailed bug
reports, and his efforts are definitely noticed.  Thanks again!

Currently supported formats:
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AVI Streams
MPEG Streams (including VCD, SVCD, and DVD)

DiVX 4.xx Video
Uncompressed Video
MPEG1 Video
MPEG2 Video
MPEG Layers 1, 2, and 3 Audio
Uncompressed Audio

DVD and CSS Information
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Now before anyone gets too excited, let me start by saying that CSS
decryption is NOT supported with DVD's.  I had a tough time deciding
on whether or not to include that, and I came to the conclusion that
it's just not worth the risk.  I don't want to spend time dealing with
legal issues.

If anyone is interested in contributing towards a CSS license, or
has any ideas on the subject, please feel free to contact me.

That being said, support is included for playing non-CSS encrypted
discs.  I used a "cinematic DVD" from the Diablo II Collector's
Edition game while writing the DVD routines.  Some older movies
and most "freebie" DVD video discs are un-encrypted.

Binary Versions
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I've currently changed the version structure around.  The previous
binaries were:

irixdivx.software
irixdivx.gl
irixdivx.gl.r10k

The first two were somewhat integrated, and I now provide:

irixdivx.m3  (mips3)
irixdivx.gl  (mips4 + Optimized)

Bug Reporting
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To make bug tracking easier, I've implemented a web based bug tracking
system called Mantis.  The bug tracker page is:

http://www.blackboxcentral.com/sgimonkey/mantis

You can go there and peruse the currently open bugs.  You can login
anonymously to view bugs, but you need to create an account to post
them.  It's an automated system that grants you immediate access
via an email address.  Instructions on filling out bug forms are
located on the page.

You can also include sysdumps and movies directly from the bug page.
Please note that no one else can view your files, so don't worry about
any FILES you attach to bugs becoming public information.  There is a
size limit on movies, so if they're too big, just post a link to them.
If you don't want the link to be publically known, you can always
attach a text file with the link location.

The SYSDUMP Program
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A note regarding the sysdump program.  Although must people haven't
had any issues, I have had one or two individuals ask me about the
information it contains, and why it's not just text, etc...

The sysdump format grabs the equivalent of an hinv, but includes extra
information such as the IRIX release, and detailed graphics hardware
info.  It is in a binary format to make bug tracking easier.

If anyone needs further information, please feel free to contact me.
That being said, there are NO bank account numbers, passwords, etc..
being extracted from your system.

Standard Disclaimer
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The standard disclaimer, blah, blah..  you're using this software
at your own risk.  If it blows up your computer, destroys France,
or anything else, I won't be responsible.

Did anyone get this far?
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Last but not least, I plan on posting another version with more fixes
and features in the coming weeks.  However, I wanted to get this
"pre-release" out for people to play around with.

That being said, have fun, and please let me know what can be done to
improve the program.


Brandon Corey
bcorey@blackboxcentral.com

February 27th, 2003