Soundfont Browser is shareware !!!
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(C) Written 2001 by Andreas Rpke
E-Mail: beatclub@gmx.net

Please send me any suggestions, error reports and other
comments or opinions !
Thanks and have much fun with this program !!!


Contents
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1. Introduction
2. Installation
3. Shareware
4. Contact


1. Introduction
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With the Soundfont Browser you can easily browse through
soundfont (sf2) files. Soundfont files are collections of
user defined instruments used on soundblaster cards for
MIDI-like instrument mapping. The files are supported in
many well-known sequencer programs. Browses through all
patches, autoloads them and you can test them with the
virtual or MIDI keyboard.


2. Installation
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To install the program:
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a) unzip all files
b) start the program 'setup.exe'

If this doesn't work:
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a) unzip all files
b) in the Microsoft Explorer right click the file
   'SFBrowse.inf' and choose 'Install'

And if this doesn't work:
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a) unzip all files
b) copy all files into a separate directory
c) create an icon with a link to the file 'SFBrowse.exe'


3. Shareware
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You may pass on this program to other people. You may
test it freely. Modificating, disassembling, debugging
and patching of the program code is prohibited.
 
The unregistered version is limited to
    
- shows only the first patch in soundfont file
- auto-open MIDI I/O on startup is disabled
- constant MIDI input volume is disabled
- MIDI input octave shifter is disabled
- message descriptions in MIDI monitors are missing
- load soundfont is disabled
- shareware reminders
  
You may test this version for a maximum of 20 days. After
this period of time you have to stop the use or you have
to print and fill out the registration form and send it
together with 10 US$ / 20 DM (cash/money order) to our
P.O.Box. On receipt of the order you will receive your
registration code by e-mail immediately. Note: You need
an e-mail address to register this program !


4. Contact
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AR-Software  
c/o Andreas Rpke
P.O.Box (Postfach) 10 06 12  
38206 Salzgitter
Germany
 
E-Mail

beatclub@gmx.net
 
