Getting Started
Getting Started
This section describes how to get started using your Palace client:
Requirements
The Palace User Software has the following requirements:
Computer: Pentium processor running
Windows 98, Windows ME, or Windows 2000/NT.
RAM: At least 32 megabytes.
Monitor: 16bit High color with 800x600+
support.
Disk space: At least 10 megabytes. If you
plan on traveling to other Palace sites, be aware that many of these servers have their
own original artwork and sounds. As you enter new rooms in these servers, you might need
additional hard disk space to store these additional assets.
Connectivity: anything from 28.8kbps or up, DSL or cable modem
connection to the Internet.
Browser: You need a Web browser to access
user profile and Palace site pages. Either Netscape or Internet Explorer, version 4.x or
better is required.
Installation
NOTE: Before using the Palace User Software client, you should obtain a
registration code to unlock the full features of the software. This code is free. Be sure
to register before you download; you can access the registration form at: register.palaceplanet.net
Don't give out your registration code! A Palace server does not allow two users with the
same registration code to connect at the same time. This means if somebody else uses your
code, you might be locked out of Palace sites all over the Internet.
The Palace client contains several related files including
executable programs, graphics, sounds, prop files and script files. All of these assets
are distributed in a single, self-extracting archive file.
To obtain the Palace client software, select it from the Downloads
page at the Palace Planet website (downloads.palaceplanet.net).
First time Palace users should also download the Palace UPGRADER to install immediately after the palace client.
You can then click on the downloaded file to begin installation.
After the software installs, the Palace client launches
automatically. At this point you should close the Palace Client and install the upgrader, it will replace several outdated files and update all broken menu links and bookmarks.
Te second time you start your Palace Client you can choose to enter your registration code at this time to become a
full-fledged member. The registration code will be emailed to you after you completed the
registration form online. It can take up to a day before you will recieve your code. If you choose not to register at this time, you can register
later by selecting Enter Registration Code from the File
menu.
Updating your software
As mentioned in the installation procedure: The Palace upgrader is released especially for PC users. Be sure to install the upgrader immediately after you installed your Palace Client.It will set up your Palace Client with working links and bookmarks and spare you hours of frustration and trying to find working Palaces.
Logging on for the first time
You are now ready to log on to a Palace site and start socializing
with other members! To log on, select Programs:The Palace:The Palace32
from your Windows Start menu. You access the Practice Palace as your first
site, entering the Practice Palace gate as the first room.
To see a sample Palace room illustrating various parts of the user
interface, see Elements of the main window.
NOTE: To bring up the Toolbox if it does not appear yet, press Control-T.
Learning on your own with the Practice Palace Gate
The Practice Palace gateway is your default entrypoint into the
Palace. Any time you want to enter the Practice Palace when your Palace Client is already active,
you can select "Practice Palace" from the Bookmarks menu
The Practice Palace gate is set up for all new user.
You can use this room to get comfortable with the basic layout of the Palace software user
interface.
The Practice Palace gate has several links:
 Avatar Dispenser
In The Palace, your onscreen representation is referred to as your avatar.
You first come into the Palace wearing a default avatar. Use the Avatar Dispenser to
change your appearance.
To change your image, click on the Avatar Dispenser's Change
your appearance button. The image that represents you will change. Continue
clicking this button until you find an image that you like. The Dispenser will loop back to the beginning
after displaying the final avatar.
If you would like to change your appearance again later, click the  Dolls & Avatar
link. This will bring you to a room with more Doll & Avatar links.
Later when you get the basics down you can also look in the Palace Directory
found in the Bookmarks menu. There you can find many Doll & Avatar Palaces.
The Avatar Palace in your bookmarks (only if you installed the UPGRADER, available
from the quicklinks on this website) is a very popular place to get Dolls
 Palace Web Page
Clicking this link opens a new browser window displaying the Practice Palace
website with links to many files and user info. If you want to learn more about the
Practice Palace, click this link.
 Tutorials PC & Mac Users
Click this link to access the Practice Palace PC or MAC user Tutorials. These are
Palace versions of this User Manual.
 Interlinks Palace
A Linking Palace, it is a bit like the Palace Directory but in a
Palace instead of a website. Many links there all categorised to make it easy.
NOTE:  To
make navigating through the Practice Palace easier, try turning on door outlines. This way,
you won't "fall" through a door by mistake and end up in another room. Click the
Show Doors image on the Toolbox to do this (if the Toolbox isn't showing, press
Control-T.)
Talking, moving around, and other actions
Here is a list of some things you'll want to do next in the Palace.
For other ideas, see the Quick Reference.
Logging off
There are several ways to leave your current Palace site:
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