Windows QuickTime 3 Developer Preview Release Version 3.0f7c2 (Final Candidate) was released February 24, 1998

Requires :
Windows 95 or Windows NT 4.0 (486DX 100 MHz or higher is recommended), 16MB RAM, Sound Blaster Compatible Card, Direct X version 3.0 or higher is recommended, DirectDraw and DirectSound drivers is recommended. Windows 3.1 is supported by the officially released version of QuickTime for Windows 2.1.2 at http://www.apple.com/quicktime/sw/qtwin.html .

Description :
The QuickTime 3 Developer Preview Release installer encompasses digital media technology from Apple. On Windows the installer includes: QuickTime v3.0, MoviePlayer v3.0, QuickTime VR v2.1 i QuickTime Plug-In v2.0, QuickDraw 3D 1.5.4, Sound Manager v3.3, Roland Sound Set for General MIDI and GS Format. This release of QuickTime includes an instrument sound set licensed by Roland Corporation that makes a complete General MIDI compatible sound set. It also includes additional sounds necessary to make a complete GS Format compatible sound set. To find out more about what's new in QuickTime 3 go to: http://www.apple.com/quicktime/preview/info/what.htm .

WARNING :
This software is not a final product. The goal is to get feedback on the functionality. Please take the time to read all the instructions before downloading. If you are uncomfortable using development software, please use the officially released versions of QuickTime at http://www.apple.com/quicktime/sw/sw3.html .

Instructions :
This software consists of a DOS self-extracting archive of DOS files. To use, download it to your hard drive and then run it to decompress the software.

Important Information
To find out known Issues, point your web browser to: http://www.apple.com/quicktime/preview/info/known.htm
To find out general information, point your web browser to: http://www.apple.com/quicktime/preview/info/general.htm

• The software is subject to the terms and conditions detailed in the license agreement that accompanies the software.
• Preview means that the product is still under development and can contain bugs. We welcome your feedback on the product, but please be advised that we can not provide support on beta software.
• The software has a time-out feature so that it expires after a certain period of time. The purpose of the time-out is to ensure that you remember to come back and get the latest software release. Time out for this release is April 6, 1998.
• Ensure that you follow the installation instructions provided here.
• Depending on net-site traffic, you could experience delays when trying to download the preview software. The amount of time it takes you to download the preview software depends on the speed of your connection to the Internet.
• This software is not for distribution with any product. Please review the license agreement at http://www.apple.com/quicktime/preview/soft/licwin.htm for more information.
• QuickTime can take advantage of DirectDraw and DirectSound. It is important for you to have the latest drivers for your video and sound cards.

• QuickTime v3.0
• MoviePlayer v3.0
• QuickTime VR v2.1
• QuickTime Plug-In v2.0
• QuickDraw 3D 1.5.4
• Sound Manager v3.3
• Roland Sound Set for General MIDI and GS Format

1. Select the download from the Preview Release software page. The file QT30f7.exe will appear on your system.
2. Double-click on the .exe file to launch the installer.
3. You are asked to confirm the installation of QuickTime 3. Click on the Yes button.
4. The installer is launched and the files extracted.
5. The Setup Screen appears with the QuickTime Penguin. Click on the Next button.
6. The General Information Screen appears. Click on the Next button.
7. The Software License agreement appears. Click Yes if you agree to the terms.
8. A default Full Install is selected and the default destination directory selected is C:\Program Files\QuickTime. Click on the Next button.
9. The searches your computer for Internet Browsers and the default Plug-in folder is selected for the installation of the QuickTime Plugin. Click on the Next button.
10. The Create or Select Program Folder Screen appears for installation in the Start menu. The default program directory is QuickTime. Click on the Next button.
11. Setup is run and the files are installed. Click on the Finish button.
12. The Sample Movie and the Read Me are opened.

• QuickTime 3 feedback e-mail address
• QuickTime developer mailing lists
• Apple Developer Support

1. Double-click on the qtinfo.exe. A window appears with information about your system configuration.
2. Click with the right mouse button on the Menu bar.
3. Select Save Log... from the pop-up menu.
4. You will be prompted to save a file. The file entitled qtinfo.txt will be saved to disk.
5. This text file now contains the configuration information for your system that is essential to assisting you.

• Your computer model (e.g., Compaq Presario 4850)
• Your internet browser and version (e.g., Netscape Navigator, version 4.0)
• Include the make and model of your PC.
• Provide detailed instructions for recreating the problem.
• Include the file or the URL that causes the problem.
• Send your feedback to qt3beta@apple.com.