Pixels3 D User Manual0

Introduction Introduction About PiXELS:3D PiXELS:3D is an integrated suite of professional tools for creating and animating 3D characters and visual effects. PiXELS:3D gives you full control of every step in the production process: • Easily build and edit organic models in real-time • Create and apply textures and materials • Position objects and lights within a scene • Create realistic movements for all objects • Produce broadcast quality renderings of your animations We thank you for choosing PiXELS:3D and look forward to providing you with powerful and efficient solutions for all of your creative needs. Should you require help, please contact our technical support desk at the number below. Your first year of technical support is included with the purchase of this software, extended contracts are available. Technical Support: 8 am–5 pm Monday–Friday (pst) (619) 672-2634 E-Mail: support@pixels.net URL: www.pixels.net System Requirements • PowerPC based computer running MacOS 8.0 or later • 16 MByte available RAM (Complex scenes may require more memory) • 30 MByte of hard disk space • Color monitor capable of displaying at least 800 x 600 pixels:3d (A large monitor is a definite advantage, since it helps distinguish details of the wireframe models for precision work.) Pixels—Character Animation Studio 1.1 Introduction Legal Notice The software described in this manual is furnished under license and may only be used or copied in accordance with the terms of that license. Installing PiXELS:3D 1. Insert the PiXELS:3D CD in your CD ROM drive. 2. Double click on the PiXELS:3D_2.1_Install icon and follow the instructions. 3. There are optional files included on the PiXELS:3D CD. If you have room on your hard drive, you should copy these files into your PiXELS:3D folder. • PiXELS:3D application program • PiXELS:3D utility files • Shaders and texture maps • Sample PiXELS:3D models • Optionally, a Read Me file for late-breaking information about PiXELS:3D To begin using PiXELS:3D: 1. If you see a Read Me file, double click on the icon to open it. It describes last minute changes which may not be included in this guide. 2. Double click on the PiXELS:3D application icon inside the PiXELS:3D folder. 1.2 PiXELS:3D Introduction 3. The first time you use PiXELS:3D, you will see a dialog box asking for your name, your company name, and a Software Key. The Software Key can be obtained by following the instructions shown in the dialog. After obtaining your Software Key, type in the requested information, and click …