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Basic Instructions for Installing and Evaluating doHOOPS

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How to install doHOOPS from a downloaded Setup file:

Follow the file downloading instructions on the doHOOPS download page. (The most important thing is to REMEMBER the location you downloaded the doSetup.exe file to -- that means not just remembering the Folder itself, but making sure you know how to find that particular Folder again!)
Shut down any programs currently running on your PC (this is generally recommended whenever you install any software).
Find your downloaded doHOOPS "doSetup.exe" file (that's why it's important for you to remember where you downloaded it!), either in "My Computer" or in "Windows® Explorer", and double-click on it to start the Setup.
Setup is quick and easy. Just follow the displayed instructions. (You can choose whether to install the Speech Recognition features.)
A doHOOPS shortcut will appear on your desktop. Your Start Programs menu will also show a doHOOPS group with additonal doHOOPS features.

NOTE: In some operating systems (such as Windows 2000®) the person installing this software must be logged on with administrative rights.

How to install doHOOPS from a CD:

Load the doHOOPS CD into your CD-ROM drive.
Shut down any programs currently running on your PC (this is generally recommended whenever you install any software).
Use the Windows® Add/Install Programs feature to run the Setup program on the doHOOPS CD. (Use your Start menu, then Settings, then Control Panel, to find the Add/Install Programs feature.)
Setup is quick and easy. Just follow the displayed instructions. (You can choose whether to install the Speech Recognition features.)
A doHOOPS shortcut will appear on your desktop. Your Start Programs menu will also show a doHOOPS group with additonal doHOOPS features.

NOTE: In some operating systems (such as Windows 2000®) the person installing this software must be logged on with administrative rights.

What you need:

Windows 98® or higher (including Windows 2000®, Windows ME®, Windows XP®)
Pentium® 3 or higher processor (or equivalent) This is especially important if you are installing the Speech Recognition features.
A minimum of 128 MB of RAM is recommended, especially if you are using Speech Recognition. (Less will work, but more is better!)
90 MB available hard drive space (less if you don't install Speech Recognition features).

During a game:

Don't run any other software using Speech Recognition while you're running doHOOPS.
Use a mouse with your laptop if at all possible. (Track-pads and other laptop pointing devices are usually slow and hard to use accurately during the fast pace of a game.) You can also use other pointing devices, such as touch-screens. Try different devices to see what works best for you. (And remember to adjust the device settings so your mouse or touch-screen --or whatever you use-- works as easily as possible for you.)
If you're using doHOOPS on a laptop or notebook PC, please use long-lasting batteries. It's good to have a second battery, also -- running out of power during a game is not a good thing!
Have a floppy drive available to make a quick "I'll probably never need it" backup at halftime or after the final buzzer.
As with all stats entry, it's always wise to have a spotter.
Sit on the same side of the court as the benches, near the scorer's table if possible.

Special requirements for using Speech Recognition:

Microsoft Internet Explorer® 5.0 (or a later version) must be installed on your computer or this Speech Recognition Engine WILL NOT WORK! Users of Windows NT® 4 with any version of the Service Packs require Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 or later. (Check Micosoft's website to learn about downloading Internet Explorer, if needed.)
Not all sound cards and sound devices are supported by this Speech Recognition Engine, although most are. During your trial period, please test the Speech Recognition features included with doHOOPS to be sure that your particular system will support this engine.
A high-quality HEADSET microphone with noise filters is ESSENTIAL.. We recommend a Speech Recognition Certified microphone. (A privacy shield may also be helpful, if available.) You can use a lower-quality microphone for initial testing--but it won't be able to give you predictable results in the noisy environment of a basketball game!

Now -- try everything out!
doHOOPS is built for you to beat up on it. Try everything you can think of. Experiment, practice, have fun!

It's a good idea to try everything thoroughly during your evaluation period. (Hoppra, LLC. offers you this evaluation period for the complete doHOOPS software application. No return policy is offered in addition to this free trial period.)

doHOOPS is currently offered as a single-user license.

Need help? If doHOOPS' built-in help doesn't answer your questions, technical support is available by e-mail during your evaluation period and after you register your copy of doHOOPS. E-mail us at support@doHOOPS.com.

We also welcome your comments and suggestions at mailbox@doHOOPS.com!

Microsoft Windows® (all versions) and Microsoft® Internet Explorer are registered trademarks of Microsoft. Pentium® is a registered trademark of Intel. Hoppra, LLC is not affiliated with Microsoft or Intel in any way

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