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Mith · 11-10-2008, 01:56 AM

ARGH!!!! It expired!!!! LOL.. I NEEED (deep breath) another working BETA... I'm DYING HERE! I can't go back to 2.6 because the Beta has SPOILED ME!

In the name of GOD Jim.... FEED ME! lol...

sigh... all is lost..... all, is, lost.....

Jim Sachs · 11-10-2008, 02:03 AM

If I can't get the bezel gap working in another hour or so, I'll put up Beta5 without it.

Mith · 11-10-2008, 02:36 AM

Originally posted by Jim Sachs:

If I can't get the bezel gap working in another hour or so, I'll put up Beta5 without it.

Bezel is for PIZZA not MY BETA!... (hehe)

(Mith pokes Jim in the butt with a little stick)....

C'mon mister! (Mith faints from anxiety)

Oh, and what are you doing up so late... it's 12:35 am here... and I will NOT go to sleep until you BETA me sir!

I have spoken. For it is written, so let it be done.

Mith · 11-10-2008, 03:24 AM

Has it been an hour yet??

How about now?

How about now?

Are we there yet?

I have to go to the bathroom.....

is it done?

Now?

sigh

Jim Sachs · 11-10-2008, 03:50 AM

OK, it's up: http://www.fish-byte.com/MA3Beta.zip

I just threw in the last part of the bezel-gap adjustment code without testing it, so good luck. The way it's SUPPOSED to work is: If you want to move Monitor 1 to the left, you would press the "1" key and the Left Arrow at the same time. Monitor 1 should slowly move, while Monitor 2 remains stationary. As of now, this setting IS NOT REMEMBERED.

I rewrote most of the Fishpicker code to (hopefully) eliminate the problems that James had reported. It would probably be best if you delete the Registry entries for CurrentFishSet, FishSetList, and NumFishSets in HKEY_CURRENT_USER/Software/SereneScreen/MarineAquarium3 . That way, the new interface code has a clean start.

Moderator's Note: You can download and run the MA3 Fish Picker Reset Registry script to reset your fish picker settings.

Mith · 11-10-2008, 04:09 AM

Originally posted by Jim Sachs:

OK, it's up: http://www.fish-byte.com/MA3Beta.zip

I just threw in the last part of the bezel-gap adjustment code without testing it, so good luck. The way it's SUPPOSED to work is: If you want to move Monitor 1 to the left, you would press the "1" key and the Left Arrow at the same time. Monitor 1 should slowly move, while Monitor 2 remains stationary. As of now, this setting IS NOT REMEMBERED.

I rewrote most of the Fishpicker code to (hopefully) eliminate the problems that James had reported. It would probably be best if you delete the Registry entries for CurrentFishSet, FishSetList, and NumFishSets in HKEY_CURRENT_USER/Software/SereneScreen/MarineAquarium3 . That way, the new interface code has a clean start.

(BIG HUG!) WOOT WOOT.

Thanks Jim. I wasn't going to go to bed before I got another Beta.... you're a good man sir....

....Back! Looking good Jim! Having 17 random already approprriated fish threw me off at first, but I figured out how to reset to zero. The ONLY thing I noticed different is a slight flicker when in the non-fullscreen mode ONLY when you move the mouse cursor in and out of the program. Other than that, it's wonderful having it back!

Now go to bed sir and thanks again!

clifdene · 11-10-2008, 04:27 AM

Beta 5 did not run. Black screen. Encountered error and closed.

MadBob · 11-10-2008, 04:37 AM

Did you renove all serenescreen info from the registry?

I had no starfish on startup, cleared the reg and it works fine now.

clifdene · 11-10-2008, 04:46 AM

Thanks. No I did not. Was not quite sure how to do it.

MadBob · 11-10-2008, 04:54 AM

There is a registry file you can download to clean it.

let me search for it ...

clifdene · 11-10-2008, 04:56 AM

Many thanks again. My 76 year old brain finally woke up and I remembered Regedit!!!!!

MadBob · 11-10-2008, 05:05 AM

This is quicker https://www.feldoncentral.com/Sachs/...achsremove.reg

Taken from this FAQ http://www.serenescreen.com/support/...d=3#faq10_1314

clifdene · 11-10-2008, 05:14 AM

Sorry. I should have said that I have it working. Your references will be useful. Thanks.

To be more precise it is working properly in full screen but in Windowed Mode it is stuck showing the problem on the left hand side.

Edit.
The problem seems to occur depending on where the scrolling is at when you press "F". It can show an extra portion at each end and stop scrolling. If I press F it in the middle of the scrolling full screen it works OK.

cjmaddy · 11-10-2008, 06:06 AM

Originally posted by Jim Sachs:

OK, it's up: http://www.fish-byte.com/MA3Beta.zip

I just threw in the last part of the bezel-gap adjustment code without testing it, so good luck. The way it's SUPPOSED to work is: If you want to move Monitor 1 to the left, you would press the "1" key and the Left Arrow at the same time. Monitor 1 should slowly move, while Monitor 2 remains stationary. As of now, this setting IS NOT REMEMBERED....

There's just too much wrong here with Beta 5. - I think we should all wait for Jim's next update!

clifdene · 11-10-2008, 06:26 AM

I am very happy with my Beta 5 now that I can get it to run well on a single monitor. I am sorry that most of the problems and delays seem to stem from trying to get 2 plus monitors to work.
I am very happy on my single monitor and have no intention of adding another. I would imagine the vast majority of users feel the same

cjmaddy · 11-10-2008, 06:53 AM

Well, it was all started about four or more years ago, when they introduced MarineAquarium2MD. - So someone must have thought there was a demand!

To be honest though, it's created the best laugh I've had in a long time, - I can't remember a disaster quite like this!

Thanks, Jim, - you've brightened my day!

StuDisney · 11-10-2008, 07:03 AM

Installed & Running
Only problem I had was when I ran it the first time I had no fish.
Reset my fish set & all looks good on my basic system.

dlorde · 11-10-2008, 07:34 AM

Originally posted by clifdene:

... I am sorry that most of the problems and delays seem to stem from trying to get 2 plus monitors to work.
I am very happy on my single monitor and have no intention of adding another. I would imagine the vast majority of users feel the same

I'm not so sure - in our office, the majority of workers now have two monitors, and I don't think we're an exceptional case.

Dual monitor working is becoming increasingly the norm at work, and people who use this screen saver will use it at work (if permitted) as well as at home.

clifdene · 11-10-2008, 07:44 AM

You could well be right. My working days are long past and long before computers were the norm at home!
It would be interesting to have a poll on the subject but not worthwhile now. We are where we are and that is it.

fozzy · 11-10-2008, 07:45 AM

uhm... just a reminder

this is a BETA forum.. we should be trying to locate and help fix problems... not to have the best looking screensaver for ourselves.

11-10-2008, 01:56 AM	#1
Mith Registered Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 140	Latest Beta ARGH!!!! It expired!!!! LOL.. I NEEED (deep breath) another working BETA... I'm DYING HERE! I can't go back to 2.6 because the Beta has SPOILED ME! In the name of GOD Jim.... FEED ME! lol... sigh... all is lost..... all, is, lost.....

11-10-2008, 02:03 AM	#2
Jim Sachs Developer Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Southern Oregon Posts: 9,788	If I can't get the bezel gap working in another hour or so, I'll put up Beta5 without it. Jim Sachs Creator of SereneScreen Aquarium

11-10-2008, 03:50 AM	#5
Jim Sachs Developer Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Southern Oregon Posts: 9,788	OK, it's up: http://www.fish-byte.com/MA3Beta.zip I just threw in the last part of the bezel-gap adjustment code without testing it, so good luck. The way it's SUPPOSED to work is: If you want to move Monitor 1 to the left, you would press the "1" key and the Left Arrow at the same time. Monitor 1 should slowly move, while Monitor 2 remains stationary. As of now, this setting IS NOT REMEMBERED. I rewrote most of the Fishpicker code to (hopefully) eliminate the problems that James had reported. It would probably be best if you delete the Registry entries for CurrentFishSet, FishSetList, and NumFishSets in HKEY_CURRENT_USER/Software/SereneScreen/MarineAquarium3 . That way, the new interface code has a clean start. Moderator's Note: You can download and run the MA3 Fish Picker Reset Registry script to reset your fish picker settings. Jim Sachs Creator of SereneScreen Aquarium Last edited by feldon34; 11-10-2008 at 01:32 PM.

11-10-2008, 07:03 AM	#17
StuDisney Registered Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: WDW/Orlando Fl. Posts: 44	Installed & Running Only problem I had was when I ran it the first time I had no fish. Reset my fish set & all looks good on my basic system. "Our greatest natural resource is the minds of our children." “Growing Old is Mandatory - Growing Up Is Optional”

11-10-2008, 07:34 AM	#18
dlorde Registered Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: UK Posts: 7	Originally posted by clifdene: ... I am sorry that most of the problems and delays seem to stem from trying to get 2 plus monitors to work. I am very happy on my single monitor and have no intention of adding another. I would imagine the vast majority of users feel the same I'm not so sure - in our office, the majority of workers now have two monitors, and I don't think we're an exceptional case. Dual monitor working is becoming increasingly the norm at work, and people who use this screen saver will use it at work (if permitted) as well as at home. Dave

11-10-2008, 02:36 AM	#3
Mith Registered Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 140	Originally posted by Jim Sachs: If I can't get the bezel gap working in another hour or so, I'll put up Beta5 without it. Bezel is for PIZZA not MY BETA!... (hehe) (Mith pokes Jim in the butt with a little stick).... C'mon mister! (Mith faints from anxiety) Oh, and what are you doing up so late... it's 12:35 am here... and I will NOT go to sleep until you BETA me sir! I have spoken. For it is written, so let it be done.

11-10-2008, 03:24 AM	#4
Mith Registered Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 140	Has it been an hour yet?? How about now? How about now? Are we there yet? I have to go to the bathroom..... is it done? Now? sigh

11-10-2008, 04:09 AM	#6
Mith Registered Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 140	Originally posted by Jim Sachs: OK, it's up: http://www.fish-byte.com/MA3Beta.zip I just threw in the last part of the bezel-gap adjustment code without testing it, so good luck. The way it's SUPPOSED to work is: If you want to move Monitor 1 to the left, you would press the "1" key and the Left Arrow at the same time. Monitor 1 should slowly move, while Monitor 2 remains stationary. As of now, this setting IS NOT REMEMBERED. I rewrote most of the Fishpicker code to (hopefully) eliminate the problems that James had reported. It would probably be best if you delete the Registry entries for CurrentFishSet, FishSetList, and NumFishSets in HKEY_CURRENT_USER/Software/SereneScreen/MarineAquarium3 . That way, the new interface code has a clean start. (BIG HUG!) WOOT WOOT. Thanks Jim. I wasn't going to go to bed before I got another Beta.... you're a good man sir.... ....Back! Looking good Jim! Having 17 random already approprriated fish threw me off at first, but I figured out how to reset to zero. The ONLY thing I noticed different is a slight flicker when in the non-fullscreen mode ONLY when you move the mouse cursor in and out of the program. Other than that, it's wonderful having it back! Now go to bed sir and thanks again!

11-10-2008, 04:27 AM	#7
clifdene Registered Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: UK Posts: 168	Beta 5 did not run. Black screen. Encountered error and closed.

11-10-2008, 04:37 AM	#8
MadBob Guitar Man Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Lancs. UK Posts: 194	Did you renove all serenescreen info from the registry? I had no starfish on startup, cleared the reg and it works fine now.

11-10-2008, 04:46 AM	#9
clifdene Registered Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: UK Posts: 168	Thanks. No I did not. Was not quite sure how to do it.

11-10-2008, 04:54 AM	#10
MadBob Guitar Man Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Lancs. UK Posts: 194	There is a registry file you can download to clean it. let me search for it ...

11-10-2008, 04:56 AM	#11
clifdene Registered Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: UK Posts: 168	Many thanks again. My 76 year old brain finally woke up and I remembered Regedit!!!!!

11-10-2008, 05:05 AM	#12
MadBob Guitar Man Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Lancs. UK Posts: 194	This is quicker https://www.feldoncentral.com/Sachs/...achsremove.reg Taken from this FAQ http://www.serenescreen.com/support/...d=3#faq10_1314

11-10-2008, 05:14 AM	#13
clifdene Registered Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: UK Posts: 168	Sorry. I should have said that I have it working. Your references will be useful. Thanks. To be more precise it is working properly in full screen but in Windowed Mode it is stuck showing the problem on the left hand side. Edit. The problem seems to occur depending on where the scrolling is at when you press "F". It can show an extra portion at each end and stop scrolling. If I press F it in the middle of the scrolling full screen it works OK.

11-10-2008, 06:26 AM	#15
clifdene Registered Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: UK Posts: 168	I am very happy with my Beta 5 now that I can get it to run well on a single monitor. I am sorry that most of the problems and delays seem to stem from trying to get 2 plus monitors to work. I am very happy on my single monitor and have no intention of adding another. I would imagine the vast majority of users feel the same

11-10-2008, 06:53 AM	#16
cjmaddy Registered Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Lancashire, UK Posts: 7,854	Well, it was all started about four or more years ago, when they introduced MarineAquarium2MD. - So someone must have thought there was a demand! To be honest though, it's created the best laugh I've had in a long time, - I can't remember a disaster quite like this! Thanks, Jim, - you've brightened my day!

11-10-2008, 07:44 AM	#19
clifdene Registered Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: UK Posts: 168	You could well be right. My working days are long past and long before computers were the norm at home! It would be interesting to have a poll on the subject but not worthwhile now. We are where we are and that is it.

11-10-2008, 07:45 AM	#20
fozzy Registered Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Italy Posts: 32	uhm... just a reminder this is a BETA forum.. we should be trying to locate and help fix problems... not to have the best looking screensaver for ourselves.