help!

bech75 · 05-24-2009, 12:51 PM

Hello all, I purchased Marine 3 in March. When new things are added to this beautiful aquarium, how do I implement them? I miss the moving starfish and nighttime silhouettes of the fish I had on the test run before I purchased. I am not computer savvy, so need a very patient person to walk me through all this. Frankly, I'd rather have the older version I enjoyed, (before I purchased) than this one that pans back and forth, although it is quite spectacular too!

Rob62 · 05-24-2009, 11:39 PM

Hello bech75,

I believe you made a wise purchase with Marine Aquarium 3 (MA3) and since this is a "masterpiece" in progress - you will be able to receive updates of additions as they are created and released.

Refer to this link for more information regarding updates: Post 113419
Keeping that information in mind: Install the new version to the same place where the pryor version is (was) located - no need to uninstall anything!

I also miss the noticable movement of the Starfish and I inquired about it on this forum (1-27-09) and received this response from SereneScreen Aquarium Creator Jim Sachs:
"The starfish will eventually be able to go on the glass, but it won't be speeded up. It's already twice as fast as a real starfish".

It is possible to drastically change the background colors, but not being
(as you state) "computer savy", perhaps it would be best to just stick with holding down the F1 - F4 keys for a background light change.
For future reference regarding this: Thread 4881

To speed up the panning back and forth, hold down the right &/or left
arrow keys. If you wish for the panning to stop completely, simply press the "P" key.

Refer here: Thread 4819 for information about how to add tunes.

Push the "W" key for the "WireFrame" effect.
Push the "C" key to toggle different clock formats and push "L" for
the "Serene Screen Marine Aquarium 3" logo to appear on the crystal.

To add your own Logo, start here: Post 110739

I hope this helps answer some of your concerns bech75.

Welcome aboard and have a beautiful day

Sorry for such a long Post folks...

Rob

~ God Bless ALL ~

Marian Nichols · 05-25-2009, 07:30 AM

Nice post Rob, very thorough and concise. Written so even the most novice can understand. What is your line?

Rob62 · 05-25-2009, 07:45 AM

Thank you very much for the compliment(s) Marian!
Not quite sure as to what you are seeking regarding, "What is your line?"
Please advise...

Rob

~ God Bless All ~

Jav400 · 05-25-2009, 08:24 AM

She means what do you do for a living, are you in some kind of advisory position?

Marian Nichols · 05-25-2009, 08:45 AM

Thanks Michael, that is my meaning.

Rob62 · 05-25-2009, 08:47 AM

Hmmm - not currently in an "advisory position" per se - however, that does sound intriguing...

Rob

~ God Bless ALL ~

Ralph · 05-25-2009, 12:11 PM

Perhaps... some are confused about your "signature"

Rob62 · 05-25-2009, 10:23 PM

No confusion necessary Ralph, I believe the United States was founded on Christian Fundamentals and since the Good Lord has Blessed me in this life - I would like for everyone to be as Blessed.

Realizing that this forum pertains to the ongoing development of an awesome piece of simulation software, and not about Theology, I try my best to keep my own point of view about that subject to myself here.

As I have witnessed, this forum is regularly contributed to by very well meaning, respectable and intelligent folks, and it is an honor for me to be allowed to participate.

My "signature" at the end of my Posts is just my way of hoping that everyone will be as Blessed as I have been.

Rob

~ God Bless ALL ~

Marian Nichols · 05-26-2009, 04:53 AM

Sentiment appreciated and I agree.

05-24-2009, 12:51 PM	#1
bech75 Registered Join Date: May 2009 Posts: 1	help! Hello all, I purchased Marine 3 in March. When new things are added to this beautiful aquarium, how do I implement them? I miss the moving starfish and nighttime silhouettes of the fish I had on the test run before I purchased. I am not computer savvy, so need a very patient person to walk me through all this. Frankly, I'd rather have the older version I enjoyed, (before I purchased) than this one that pans back and forth, although it is quite spectacular too!

05-24-2009, 11:39 PM	#2
Rob62 Registered Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 62	Hello bech75, I believe you made a wise purchase with Marine Aquarium 3 (MA3) and since this is a "masterpiece" in progress - you will be able to receive updates of additions as they are created and released. Refer to this link for more information regarding updates: Post 113419 Keeping that information in mind: Install the new version to the same place where the pryor version is (was) located - no need to uninstall anything! I also miss the noticable movement of the Starfish and I inquired about it on this forum (1-27-09) and received this response from SereneScreen Aquarium Creator Jim Sachs: "The starfish will eventually be able to go on the glass, but it won't be speeded up. It's already twice as fast as a real starfish". It is possible to drastically change the background colors, but not being (as you state) "computer savy", perhaps it would be best to just stick with holding down the F1 - F4 keys for a background light change. For future reference regarding this: Thread 4881 To speed up the panning back and forth, hold down the right &/or left arrow keys. If you wish for the panning to stop completely, simply press the "P" key. Refer here: Thread 4819 for information about how to add tunes. Push the "W" key for the "WireFrame" effect. Push the "C" key to toggle different clock formats and push "L" for the "Serene Screen Marine Aquarium 3" logo to appear on the crystal. To add your own Logo, start here: Post 110739 I hope this helps answer some of your concerns bech75. Welcome aboard and have a beautiful day Sorry for such a long Post folks... Rob ~ God Bless ALL ~ Last edited by Rob62; 05-25-2009 at 05:11 AM.

05-25-2009, 07:30 AM	#3
Marian Nichols ~Author~ Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Rocky Mount, NC Posts: 7,429	Nice post Rob, very thorough and concise. Written so even the most novice can understand. What is your line? Write paranormal mysteries. Six books so far.

05-25-2009, 08:24 AM	#5
Jav400 Administrator Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Tennessee Posts: 9,725	She means what do you do for a living, are you in some kind of advisory position? Michael Administrator of Inside:SereneScreen Aquarium Forum, Chatroom, Fan Site & *Gallery* DVD Collection

05-25-2009, 08:45 AM	#6
Marian Nichols ~Author~ Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Rocky Mount, NC Posts: 7,429	Thanks Michael, that is my meaning. Write paranormal mysteries. Six books so far.

05-25-2009, 07:45 AM	#4
Rob62 Registered Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 62	Thank you very much for the compliment(s) Marian! Not quite sure as to what you are seeking regarding, "What is your line?" Please advise... Rob ~ God Bless All ~

05-25-2009, 08:47 AM	#7
Rob62 Registered Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 62	Hmmm - not currently in an "advisory position" per se - however, that does sound intriguing... Rob ~ God Bless ALL ~

05-25-2009, 12:11 PM	#8
Ralph Retired Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Edmonton Alberta Ca Posts: 2,441	Perhaps... some are confused about your "signature"

05-25-2009, 10:23 PM	#9
Rob62 Registered Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 62	No confusion necessary Ralph, I believe the United States was founded on Christian Fundamentals and since the Good Lord has Blessed me in this life - I would like for everyone to be as Blessed. Realizing that this forum pertains to the ongoing development of an awesome piece of simulation software, and not about Theology, I try my best to keep my own point of view about that subject to myself here. As I have witnessed, this forum is regularly contributed to by very well meaning, respectable and intelligent folks, and it is an honor for me to be allowed to participate. My "signature" at the end of my Posts is just my way of hoping that everyone will be as Blessed as I have been. Rob ~ God Bless ALL ~

05-26-2009, 04:53 AM	#10
Marian Nichols ~Author~ Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Rocky Mount, NC Posts: 7,429	Sentiment appreciated and I agree. Write paranormal mysteries. Six books so far.