KnockOut 2 Update Read Me.
1. General information
2. What are Packaged Plugins?
3. Update installation instructions
4. List of issues that have been addressed
1. General Information:
This update was intended to address the following issues:
Adobe(R) Photoshop(R) 7 compatibility
Performance issues
Top issues from customers
2. What are Packaged Plug-ins?
Packaged plug-ins are plug-ins that are put into a Mac(R) bundle or package. Adobe Photoshop 7 includes both Carbon and non-Carbon executables. Because there is only one "Plug-ins" folder and two executables, plug-in manufacturers create a package that includes the Carbon fileset and the non-Carbon fileset.
If you are still unsure of whether your host application has been Carbonized or whether it supports packaged plug-ins, please contact the software manufacturer.
3. Update Installation Instructions:
IMPORTANT: This update is designed to patch the retail build of KnockOut 2. For Mac users, it includes the HotFix (Dec 2001). Please follow the directions below to install this update.
PC:
Before installing the KnockOut 2 Update, please follow the instructions below:
1) Double-click the KnockOut 2 Update file.
2) Follow the prompts to install the KnockOut 2 Update.
3) Check the build number. The Release build number is 2.77.0.0, while the Update build number is 2.88.0.0. To verify, find the KnockOut 2 executable file. Go to the ...\\KnockOut 2\\Programs folder, and right-click on the KnockOut.exe file. Choose Properties, then click version tab.
MAC:
Mac users will see three options. You will be able to update the Carbon and non-Carbon installations, or install the Adobe Photoshop 7 compliant fileset. This Update is designed to patch the KnockOut retail build. If you have installed the KnockOut 2 Hot Fix (Dec 2001), then you will be required to uninstall KnockOut 2 and reinstall the retail build.
Carbon Installation:
1) If you have installed the KnockOut 2 Hotfix (Dec 2001), then uninstall KnockOut 2 from your computer. If not, then skip to Step 3.
2) Install KnockOut 2 from your CD. Do not launch the application after the installation.
3) Install the KnockOut 2 Update, choosing the Carbon Update option.
4) Check the build number. The Release build number is 2.77.0.0, while the Update build number is 2.88.0.0. To verify, find the KnockOut 2 executable file. Go to the KnockOut 2 application file and perform a Get Info by clicking CMD+I.
Non-Carbon (Classic) Installation:
1) If you have installed the KnockOut 2 Hotfix (Dec 2001), then uninstall KnockOut 2 from your computer. If not, then skip to Step 3.
2) Install KnockOut 2 from your CD. Do not launch the application after the installation.
3) Install the KnockOut 2 Update, choosing the Non-Carbon Update option.
4) Check the build number. The Release build number is 2.77.0.0, while the Update build number is 2.88.0.0. To verify, find the KnockOut 2 executable file. Go to the KnockOut 2 application file and perform a Get Info by clicking CMD+I.
Package (Adobe Photoshop 7) Installation.
NOTE: For this option, you must insert your KnockOut 2 CD into your CD-ROM drive before starting the Update, and have your serial number ready.
1) Put your KnockOut 2 CD in your CD-ROM drive, and wait for it to mount.
2) Launch the KnockOut 2 Update file and choose the Packaged Update option.
3) Follow the prompts and provide your serial number when asked to do so.
4. List of issues that have been addressed.
The overall performance of KnockOut 2 has been improved significantly on the Mac.
The touchup tools have been improved.
Pushpin accuracy has been addressed.
Syringe accuracy has been addressed.
Marquee select tool accuracy has been addressed.
Colour picker issues have been addressed.
Loupe zoom will work past 100% on PC. However, if you go past 1000% zoom level and try to Loupe zoom, you may experience difficulties. If you find that your selections lines have been hidden, press L to refresh them.