- Why
don't the video clips play properly?
There can be many reasons for video clips to play improperly.
Here are some possible causes:
The computer's processor is too slow. The recommended
minumum is 266MHz. The lower quality video in the 166mhz
version of Pilote Número Uno has been designed to
help users of lower specification machines.
The CD-ROM drive's read speed is too low. The
recommended minimum is quad-speed, or 4x.
Windows is not optimizing the CD-ROM's data
access.
To check the size of your CD-ROM's supplemental cache on
Windows 98 or ME, right click on the My Computer
icon on your desktop and select Properties from the
pop-up menu. From the System Properties window that
pops up, select the Performance tab at the top and
then click on the File System button, under the Advanced
settings section. In the File System Properties
window that pops up, select the CD-ROM tab at the
top. In the Settings section, you are able to set
the Supplemental cache size and optimize the access
pattern for the CD-ROM drive. It is recommended that the
supplemental cache size is set to Large and that
you optimize the access pattern for Quad-speed or higher
The computer has less than 64MB of RAM. Although
Pilote Número Uno will function with less than 64MB
of RAM installed in your machine, Windows will rely more
heavily on virtual memory and hence play the video clips
less smoothly.
The surface of the CD is damaged or not clean.
The video clips need to run directly from the CD, so imperfections
on the disc can upset playback.
- Why
doesn't Pilote Número Uno start by itself?
It may be that the Autorun facility has been turned
off. This may be due to security settings on your machine.
For instance, if you only have limited access privileges
as a user, you may need to log in as an administrator to
enable the Autorun facility. By creating a Shortcut to the
Pilote Número Uno CD-ROM, you should be able to start
the CD-ROM even with limited privileges.
To create a Shortcut to the CD-ROM, double-click on the
My Computer icon on your desktop. Ensure that the
CD-ROM is in the drive. Drag the CD icon from the My
Computer window to the desktop using the right mouse
button. Select Create Shortcut Here from the pop-up
menu. If you drag the CD icon to the desktop using the left
mouse button, an alert box will usually ask you if you want
to create a shortcut, rather than copying the CD-ROM to
your desktop.
To enable the Autorun facility on Windows 98 or ME, right
click on the My Computer icon on your desktop and
select Properties from the pop-up menu. From the
System Properties window that pops up, select the
Device Manager tab at the top. Locate your CD-ROM
device in the list by selecting the View devices by type
option at the top and then locating the CDROM branch.
To expand the CDROM branch, click on the plus (+)
sign on its left. Double-click on your CD-ROM's name to
view its Properties window. In the Properties
window that pops up, select the Settings tab from
the top. For the Autorun facility to be enabled on the drive,
the checkbox labelled Auto insert notification, under
the Options section, needs to be set by checking
the box and clicking on the OK button.
- Why
doesn't the sound play in time with the video?
This usually happens for one of the following reasons:
The computer's processor is too slow. The recommended
minumum is 266MHz. Try using the 166mhz version of Pilote
Número Uno.
The CD-ROM drive's read speed is too low. The
recommended minimum is quad-speed, or 4x.
The computer has less than 64MB of RAM.
See note 1 for more details.
The computer may suffer from what are known
as 'memory leaks'. In this case, quitting Pilote Número
Uno and then restarting it can often remedy the problem.
- How
do I print from Pilote Número Uno?
There is no printing functionality built into Pilote
Número Uno. However, you can use the built-in screen
capture/printing facility of Windows or Macintosh.
For Windows, pressing the Print Screen button on
the keyboard will copy the screen to the clipboard. Using
most graphics software packages, you can then paste the
image from the clipboard.
For Macintosh, the combination of Command-Shift-3
on the keyboard will save the screen image to a file on
your local disc, named "Picture 1".
- How
can I run Pilote Número Uno on a network?
Pilote Número Uno is not really designed to run on
a network due to the high demands of video playback. Each
user should be running a separate disc on their own machine.
However, if you believe that your network will cope with
the required data rate, please contact KETV
to discuss you requirements. Pilote Número Uno requires
QuickTime to be installed on each machine running Pilote
Número Uno. We have included a QuickTime installer
package on this disc for system adminstrators along with
notes for RM Networks machines.
- Why
does it want to install QuickTime again, even though I've
already installed it and restarted the computer?
This is likely to be due to access privileges on your
computer, or because you are on a network. Consult your
system administrator or see note 5.
- Why
am I having trouble starting Pilote Número Uno in
Windows 2000, ME or XP?
This may be due to the installation of QuickTime. First,
try running the QuickTime installer found on this CD-ROM
manually.
More recent versions of QuickTime will also be available
from http://www.apple.com
- How
do I use Pilote Número Uno on a Macintosh?
Pillote Número Uno should run quite happily on any
Macintosh running system 8.0 or later. Firstly ensure you
have QuickTime 4.0 or later installed and then simply double-click
the StartPiloteNúmero Uno icon to launch the
program. You will find the Macintosh version of the QuickTime
5 installer in the folder called Data on this CD-ROM.
- How
do I pause the video clips?
Along the bottom edge of each video clip you should find
controls to pause, play, step forward and backward as well
as volume control. You can also control the video clip by
dragging the progress slider or clicking anywhere along
the progress bar.
- How
can I use Pilote Número Uno without installing QuickTime,
even though it says I need it?
This CD-ROM will simply not run unless QuickTime version
4.0 or later is installed on the computer.
- How
do I determine whether I have QuickTime already installed?
On a PC, go to the Start menu and check your Control
Panel under the Settings menu. If you have QuickTime
installed, there should be QuickTime components in your
Control Panel. Open the QuickTime control panel to
see which version you have.
On a Macintosh (system 8 or 9) find the QuickTime control
panel in the Control Panels on the Apple Menu.
When you first run Pilote Número Uno it will check
for you. On Windows 95 and 98 it will also automatically
run the QuickTime installer if you so wish. For later operating
systems, please find the QuickTime 5 installer on this disc
or later versions available from http://www.apple.com.
- How
do I repeat the question during a game?
Most games have the facility to repeat the question. On
some games Pilote's head appears in the corner. Simply click
him to repeat the question. On the other games try exploring
elsewhere (like the child's face) to find the hidden 'question
encore' button.
- How
can I record my scores?
There is no way of recording scores built in to Pilote Número
Uno. However, you could use the built-in screen capture/printing
facility of Windows or Macintosh, if appropriate. See note
4.
- Why
can't I hear any sound?
Firstly ensure that your speakers are connected correctly
and switched on. Can you hear other sounds through your
speakers?
Ensure that your sound has not been muted accidentally.
Right click the small speaker icon on the bottom right of
your screen to check sound settings.
- Where
do I find the 'Carnet de conducir'?
You will find it in the folder called Resources on
this CD-ROM. Right click the CD to explore it or simply
click here.
- How
do I get more copies of the CD-ROM?
Further copies of the Pilote Número Uno CD-ROM
and others in the series are available from Kent Educational
Television. Visit www.ketv.co.uk
or contact:
KETV Language Videos, Fred Martin Studio, Barton Road, Dover,
Kent CT16 2ND England.
Telephone: +44 (0)1304 202827 Fax: +44 (0)1304 213824 E-Mail
: info@ketv.co.uk
- I
have learned all the games. How can I learn more?
There are other Video and CD-ROM products available
and being published all the time. Visit www.ketv.co.uk
or contact:
KETV Language Videos, Fred Martin Studio, Barton Road, Dover,
Kent CT16 2ND England.
Telephone: +44 (0)1304 202827 Fax: +44 (0)1304 213824 E-Mail
: info@ketv.co.uk
- What
if I can't find the solution to my problem here?
Try visiting www.pilotelanguages.com
for the latest information regarding Pilote Número
Uno and other Pilote Languages products. Pilote Languages
and KETV are unable to offer instant technical support.
However, if you would care to e-mail our developers at support@pilotelanguages.com,
they will try to suggest a way forward.
QuickTime
and the QuickTime logo are trademarks used under license.
The QuickTime logo is registered in the U.S. and other countries.
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