Lighthouse 2.0a PATCH README File May 15, 1997,1997 _______________________________________________________________________ [ To read this file, select Edit/Word Wrap from the menu above ] _______________________________________________________________________ TABLE OF CONTENTS I] WHAT THE PATCH FIXES II] HOW TO INSTALL THE PATCH III] ADDITIONAL INFORMATION IV] IF YOU STILL EXPERIANCE PROBLEMS I] WHAT THE PATCH FIXES ======================================================================= - This patch adds several new features to the game, and includes all fixes from the previous patch (LHPAT.EXE) including a problem that could cause errors in and around the submarine and when using the compass. See "Additional Information" (below) for more details on the new features. II] HOW TO INSTALL THE PATCH ======================================================================= - Copy the LITEPT2A.EXE file into the directory where the game is located. (For example, C:\Sierra\Lightwin) - Double click on the lITEPT2A.EXE file to expand all the files. - Run Lighthouse as you would run it normally. III] ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ======================================================================= Lighthouse now contains a comprehensive online help system. Just click on the help button anywhere in the game, and it will provide clues specific to the scene you are currently in. To access the hint button the player must first click on the Lighthouse icon on the lower left of the interface. This brings up the game options screen. The player can then click on the "Need a Hint?" button to receive a hint. A few scenes do not have hint information, in which case a "There is no hint for this screen" message will appear. Also some scenes will display the same hint if they relate to a particular puzzle or player action that needs to be performed to proceed. Lighthouse now includes the option to play the game with Highlighting cursors. Whenever your cursor passes over an area of the screen that will respond to a mouse-click, the cursor will brighten. This makes the game easier to play, because the player can immediately see where an item can be used, or where a mouse click is possible, rather than clicking everywhere until something happens. To turn this feature on or off, click on the Lighthouse icon on the lower left to bring up the options screen, then click either "yes" or "no" to the right of the "Highlight Cursor" button. We recommend that the player set "Highlight Cursor" to "yes" unless the player wants the added challenge of the inactive cursor. We have also included a few changes to some of the more difficult puzzles. There is a diagram of the steam pipes in the Dark Domain, on the wall to the right of the crater door in the thermal power chamber. There is an indicator light in the diving pod that alerts the player when the arm is in the right location to reach out and grab something. There is an indicator light in the train to inform the player when the track switching lever is active ( so a turn can be made ) There is an indicator light in the bathysphere in the crater that alerts the player when the arm is in the right location to turn a valve on the wall. The lab door combination in Dr. Krick's notes is easier to read. ======================================================================= IV] IF YOU STILL EXPERIANCE PROBLEMS ======================================================================= If you continue to experience any problems, or if you have any questions concerning any of the above steps, our Technical Support Team will be more than happy to assist you. Please call (206) 644-4343 between 8:15 a.m. and 4:45 p.m., Pacific Standard Time, Monday through Friday. We can be reached by Fax at (206) 644-7697, or by mail at the following address: U.S. Technical Support Sierra On-Line Phone: (206) 644-4343 Technical Support Monday - Friday, 8:15 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. PST P.O. Box 85006 Fax: (206) 644-7697 Bellevue, WA 98015-8506 Sierra On-Line offers a 24-hour Automated Technical Support line with recorded answers to the most frequently asked technical questions. To access this service, call (206) 644-4343, and follow the recorded instructions to find your specific topic and resolve the issue. If this fails to solve your problem, you may still write, or fax us with your questions, or contact us via BBS. U.K. Technical Support Sierra On-Line Limited Phone: (0118) 920-9111 2 Beacontree Plaza Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Gillette Way Fax: (0118) 987-5603 Reading, Berkshire RG2 0BS United Kingdom (Disk/CD replacements in the U.K. are £6.00, or £7.00 outside the UK. Add "ATTN.: Returns." 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France Parc Tertiaire de Meudon Téléphone: (01) 46-01-48-53 Immeuble "Le Newton" Lundi au Vendredi de 9h à 18h 25 rue Jeanne Braconnier Fax: (01) 46-30-00-65 92366 Meudon La Forêt Cedex France Germany Sierra Coktel Deutschland Tel.: (0) 6103-99-40-40 Robert-Bosh-Str. 32 Montag bis Freitag von 9Uhr - 19Uhr D-63303 Dreieich Fax: (0) 6103-99-40-35 Deutschland On-Line Sales CompuServe USA: GO SI (CServe Mall) CompuServe United Kingdom: GO UKSIERRA CompuServe France: GO FRSIERRA CompuServe Germany: GO DESIERRA America Online: Keyword Sierra Internet: http://www.sierra.com Internet: http://www.sierra-online.co.uk Internet: http://www.sierra.fr Internet: http://www.sierra.de -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- U.S. Hints: 1-900-370-5583 $.75 per minute (must be 18 years or older, or have parental permission). You may also contact Direct Sales to inquire whether a hint book is available for your product. On-Line Hints: Access Sierra's BBS through CompuServe by typing GO SIERRA Access the Sierra Forum on America On Line with the keyword: SIERRA Hint Line, Canada: 1-900-451-3356 Hint Line, France: 08-36-68-46-50 (hint line) 2,23F TTC la minute; tariff en vigueur au 1 juillet 1996. (France métropolitaine seulement) Hint Line, United Kingdom: Old Games Hint Line: (0118) 920-9109 New Programs hint line: (0891) 660-660 (within the UK only) New Sierra Hint Line: For adventure programs released after January 1st, 1993. Charged 50p/minute at all times. Maximum call length 7.5 minutes. Maximum charge is £3.75. Must have permission of the person who pays the phone bill before calling. Line available in the UK only. Requires a touch tone phone. Old Sierra Hint Line: For adventure games released up to December 31st, 1992. Calls are charged at normal telephone rates. Requires a touch tone phone, 24 hour line. 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