Microsoft KB Archive/111926

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PowerPoint 4.0 FastTips: Slide and Film Recorder Q & A
Last reviewed: September 9, 1996

Article ID: Q111926

The information in this article applies to:


 * Microsoft PowerPoint for Windows, versions 4.0, 4.0a, 4.0c

SUMMARY
The following is the complete contents of the FastTips Questions and Answers article titled &quot;Q111926: Slide and Film Recorder Questions & Answers.&quot; Q111926 is part of the FastTips Questions and Answers section for Microsoft PowerPoint version 4.0 for Windows.

Microsoft(R) Product Support Services Application Note (Text File) Q111926: Slide and Film Recorder Questions & Answers Revision Date: 03/94 3 Pages, No Disk The following information applies to Microsoft PowerPoint version 4.0 for Windows.


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1. Q. What is Genigraphics?

A. Genigraphics is the largest network of slide service centers that image 35-millimeter slides and overhead transparencies. Genigraphics can also provide custom art and graphics.

The color palette and color schemes in PowerPoint 4.0 were created by the Genigraphics Corporation. The color palette contains the 90 colors that Genigraphics considers the best for 35-millimeter slides. The predefined color schemes were created by Genigraphics professional-presentation graphic designers.

When you install PowerPoint, the Genigraphics driver and the GraphicsLink communication program are automatically installed and configured. Using these utilities and a modem, you can send your presentations directly to your Genigraphics Service Center.

For more information about Genigraphics services, contact Genigraphics Corporation at (800) 638-7348.

2. Q. How do I prepare my PowerPoint 4.0 presentation to be sent to     Genigraphics?

A. To prepare your presentation to be sent to Genigraphics, use the following six-step procedure:

1. From the File menu in PowerPoint, choose Print.

2. In the Print dialog box, choose the Printer button, select the Genigraphics driver, and choose OK.

3. In the Print dialog box, choose OK again.

4. Fill in your answers to the Genigraphics job instructions questions, and choose OK.

5. If you want to send your presentation using a modem, fill out the billing information and choose OK. PowerPoint saves the print file and provides instructions on how to transmit the file to        Genigraphics.

6. If you choose to send your presentation on a disk, a Save As        dialog box appears in which you can specify where you want to         save the print file.

3. Q. How do I send my presentation print file to Genigraphics?

A. There are two ways to send your presentation to Genigraphics. You can either copy your presentation print file to a floppy disk and mail it to the Genigraphics Service Center, or you can send it by modem using the GraphicsLink communications program.

To use GraphicsLink, you must have a Hayes-compatible modem. The instructions for using GraphicsLink are included in a Help file that is installed with the GraphicsLink program. To access the Genigraphics Help file, follow these steps:

1. From the PowerPoint Help menu, choose Contents. The Help window appears.

2. From the File menu in Help, choose Open.

3. From the list of available Help files, select PPTGENI.HLP and choose OK.

The Genigraphics Help file appears.

Prices and turnaround times vary depending on the service you request. For up-to-date information about pricing and average turnaround time, call Genigraphics at (800) 638-7348.

4. Q. What limitations does the Genigraphics driver have?

A. The Genigraphics driver that ships with PowerPoint 4.0 has three limitations you should be aware of:

1. Slides are the only output type you can print using the Genigraphics driver. If you attempt to print PowerPoint s note pages, outline pages, or handout pages using the Genigraphics driver, you will receive an error message.

2. The Genigraphics driver only supports landscape orientation.

3. The Genigraphics driver and slide imaging equipment do not work well with third-party font packages such as Bitstream FaceLift. In many cases, errors or unexpected results can occur.

5. Q. Can I make images of PowerPoint 4.0 slides myself, without sending them to Genigraphics?

A. If you have a Windows 3.1 supported film recorder, you can image your own computer files to 35-millimeter film. The film is then developed into 35-millimeter slides. PowerPoint 4.0 can use any film recorder that has a driver that is compatible with and supported by Windows 3.1 or later. You must obtain the appropriate driver from the manufacturer of your film recorder, or from a     properly licensed software developer. Technical support for these drivers is provided by the manufacturers of the drivers and/or film recorders.

6. Q. What companies make film recorders and film recorder drivers?

A. The following is a list of some of the popular film recorders available:

- Forte and PCR/QCR are manufactured by Agfa Corporation. To contact Agfa, call (800) 937-7787.

- FilmPrinter is manufactured by Mirus Corporation. To contact Mirus, call (408) 944-9770.

- Montage FR1/FR2 is manufactured by Presentation Technologies. To        contact Presentation Technologies, call (800) 782-2543.

- LFR and LFR Plus are manufactured by Lasergraphics. To contact Lasergraphics Tech Support, call (714) 753-8292.

- Digital Palette is manufactured by Polaroid. To contact Polaroid, call (800) 225-1618.

- Photo Metric Slide Maker 250 is manufactured by General Parametrics. To contact General Parametrics, call (510) 524-3950.

- Solitaire is manufactured by MGI. To contact MGI, call (612) 854- 1220. The cost of obtaining these drivers varies widely and depends solely on the policies of the specific vendor.