Dxo OPTICS PRO V6 INSTALLATION FOR WINDOWS

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INSTALLATION GUIDE

DXO OPTICS PRO 6

Thank you for your interest in DxO Optics Pro!

Information regarding purchasing, installing, activating, and updating the DxO software is provided below.

Important Note : Internet access is required to download and activate DxO, even if you purchased the software from a distributor and you have the installation CD. It is, nevertheless, possible to use the Internet connection available on a different computer than you are installing DxO Optics Pro to perform the necessary functions.

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Table of Contents:

1. Purchasing ___________________________________________________________________________ 3

1.1 Purchasing from the DxO Labs Internet Online Store ____________________________________________ 3

1.2 Purchasing a boxed CD from a reseller _______________________________________________________ 3

2. Downloading for installation on a computer connected to the internet __________________________ 4

2.1 Downloading after purchasing from the dxo labs internet online store _________________________________ 4

2.2 Downloading after purchasing from a reseller _____________________________________________________ 4

3. Installation on a computer that is not connected to the internet _______________________________ 5

3.1 Download prerequisites for installing DxO Optics Pro 6 _____________________________________________ 5

3.2 Download DxO Optics Pro 6 ___________________________________________________________________ 5

3.3 Download DxO Optics Modules ________________________________________________________________ 5

4. Installation __________________________________________________________________________ 6

4.1 Installation sur PC ___________________________________________________________________________ 6

4.3 Installation of DxO Optics Modules _____________________________________________________________ 9

4.3 Installation on a computer that is not connected to the Internet _____________________________________ 10

4.3.1 Installation Prerequisites _____________________________________________________________________________ 10

4.3.2 Installation OF DxO Optics Pro 6 _______________________________________________________________________ 10

4.3.3 Installation of DxO Optics Modules _____________________________________________________________________ 10

5. Activation __________________________________________________________________________ 11

5.1 Activation with an Internet Connection _____________________________________________________ 11

5.2 Activation without an Internet Connection ___________________________________________________ 12

5.3 Backup license file ______________________________________________________________________ 16

5.4 Restore license file ______________________________________________________________________ 17

6. Boxed CD Versions Prior to Version 6 _______________________________________________________ 18

7. Updates ______________________________________________________________________________ 19

7.1 Minor updates _________________________________________________________________________ 19

7.2 Upgrading to elite edition ________________________________________________________________ 19

7.2.1 Upgrades for pc version ______________________________________________________________________________ 19

8. Re-install dxo optics pro 6 _____________________________________________________________ 19

9. Problem solving______________________________________________________________________ 20

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1. PURCHASING

There are two ways to buy DxO Optics Pro. You can either buy and download directly on the DxO Labs Website using the

following link, or buy a box containing the CD from one of our specialist dealers.

1.1 PURCHASING FROM THE DXO LABS INTERNET ON LINE STORE

Once you have completed your purchase, you will receive an e-mail containing:

- A link to download the DxO software

- Your activation code, needed to activate the software..

1.2 PURCHASING A BOXED CD FROM A RESELLER

When you purchase a boxed CD from a reseller, the box contains:

- A CD with an installation file that allows the download of the required installation file. You will be able to

download directly using the CD the version of the DxO software you purchased.

- A 4-page booklet of installation notes with your activation code printed on the front page.

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2. DOWNLOADING FOR INST ALLAT ION ON A COMPUTER CONNE CTED TO THE IN TERN ET

2.1 DOWNLOADING AFTER PUR CHASING FROM THE DXO LABS INTERNET ONLINE STORE

Note : You must have a fast Internet connection to download DxO Optics Pro software.

If you have purchased DxO Optics Pro from the DxO Labs website online store, you should complete all of the steps of the purchasing process, which includes creating a customer account, before downloading the installation file, which

should be done last.

Follow instructions and read fully this Installation Guide so that you understand all stages of installation, registration, activation, and update.

2.2 DOWNLOADING AFTER PURCHASING FROM A RESELLER

Note : You must have a fast Internet connection to download DxO Optics Pro software.

If you you have purchased a DxO Optics Pro version CD from a reseller, the CD contains a single file that you will use to download the full installation setup file.

Follow instructions and read fully this Installation Guide so that you understand all stages of installation, registration, activation, and update.

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3. INSTALL ATION ON A COMPUTE R THAT IS NOT CONNECTED TO THE INTER N ET

3.1 DOWNLOAD PREREQUISIT ES FOR INSTALLING DXO OPTICS PRO 6

To install DxO Optics Pro on a machine not connected to the Internet you must

To install dxo optics pro on a machine not connected to the internet you must first make certain that the following prerequisites are installed on your pc. normally they are part of your computer’s microsoft windows operating system:

- Microsoft Visual C++ 2005 Redistributable Runtime Package (x86) SP1

- Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 Redistributable Runtime Package (x86) SP1

- Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 Runtime Package (x86) SP1

If you do not have these on your computer, you will need to download and install these from Microsoft’s web site: http://search.microsoft.com/

3.2 DOWNLOAD DXO OPTICS PRO 6

You can download the installer from this link:

http://download-center.dxo.com/v6/Win/DxO_OpticsPro6_Setup.exe

3.3 DOWNLOAD DXO OPTICS MODULES

You must download the DxO Optics modules from here:

http://www.dxo.com/fr/photo/dxo_optics_pro/manual_download

You must also download a .dll file that will allow DxO Optics Pro to associate your image files with corresponding DxO optics modules. This file can be downloaded from this link:

http://download-center.dxo.com/v6/Win/ProfileList.dll

Once you have downloaded these files, copy them onto a removable storage device. Then proceed to the section on installing on a computer not connected to the Internet.

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Double click on the Setup executable file to begin the installation.

An installation window will appear. You must choose the supported language you want to use with the installation program.

A welcome window opens, indicating the setup of DxO Optics Pro has started. Click "Next."

4. INSTALL ATION

4.1 INSTALLATIO N SUR PC

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To continue installing DxO Optics Pro, you must have the Microsoft Windows component. NET Framework on your computer. In case where this is not already installed on your computer, the installer will suggest a link to the Microsoft web site where you may download it so you can install this essential component necessary for the correct functioning of DxO Optics Pro, on your computer. This is essential in order to continue with the installation of DxO Optics Pro. You may continue the installation of DxO Optics Pro once the missing component is installed on your computer.

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You can now accept the conditions for using the software by checking the box "I accept the conditions" given in the window.

Select the destination directory in which DxO Optics Pro will be installed.

Click install.

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The installation starts and may take several minutes.

The installation is complete, you can now use the software.

If you encounter any problems during the installation steps, you can seek help on the DxO Labs website, with

Customer Support, or consult the FAQ.

4.2 INSTALLATION OF D XO OPTICS MODULES

To make the correction of optical defects introduced by your equipment, it is necessary to install on your computer correction modules which correspond to your specific camera/lens comninations.

With DxO these optical correction modules can be installed at any time (if the computer is connected to the

internet), going in the "DxO Modules”, then clicking “Add New Modules” and selecting the necessary

camera/lens combinations.

In the situation where the computer is not connected to the Internet please follow the instructions in chapters

3.3 and 4.3.3.

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4.3 INSTALLATION ON A COMPUTER THAT IS NOT CONNECTED TO THE INTERNET

Important : Make sure you have downloaded the necessary components for installation as described in chapter 3.1.

4.3.1 INSTALLATION PREREQUISITES

Start by installing the prerequisites listed in paragraph 3.1 on your machine not connected to the Internet.

4.3.2 INSTALLATION OF DXO OPTICS PRO 6

Follow the installation procedure "4.1 Installing PC.”

4.3.3 INSTALLATION OF DXO OPTICS MODULES

- Start by installing the file “ProfilList.dll”. This file has to be copied in this folder:

In Windows XP: C:\Documents and Settings\user_name\Local Settings\Application Data\DxO_Labs In Windows Vista and Windows 7: C:\Users\user_name\AppData\Local\DxO_Labs\DxOModules

- Then install the files "DxO optics modules”.

These files must be placed in the following directory: In Windows XP: C:\Documents and Settings\user_name\Local Settings\Application Data\DxO_Labs\DxOModules In Windows Vista and Windows 7: C:\Users\user_name\AppData\Local\DxO_Labs\DxOModules

Important:

It is likely that your system is configured to hide certain directories or folders. To get there, here are the steps:

- Open Windows Explorer (open a folder or My Computer for example).

- In XP go to the Control Panel Window and select "Folder Options"

- Under Vista and Windows 7, also go to “control Panel” and select "Folder Options and Research"

- Select the tab "View"

- For the option Hidden files and folders, select "Show hidden files and folders"

- Validate the change by clicking "OK"

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At the launch of DxO Optics Pro, a dialog box appears. Enter your activation code and click "Enable".

5. ACT IVAT ION

Once the application is installed, it can be fully used for 31 days without requiring activation. DxO Optics Pro will work without restriction during this time period. Beyond 31 days, the output images are then marked with a watermark "DxO Optics Pro 6 DEMO". We therefore recommend that activate as soom as possible, to avoid seeing having watermarks appear on all of your output images at an unexpected time.

The DxO software License provides for use of activated copies of the software on two different computers.

Double-click the icon DxO Optics Pro on your computer desktop to start the software.

 In the case of a purchase of CD in a box from a reseller, the activation code is on the front page of the booklet "Installation Notes" included in the box. Note that to activate the software, you must first register your product by linking it to a client account. We therefore urge you to proceed with the creation of customer account now by completing a form available at the following link.

 In the case of a purchase online, your activation code you received by mail. If you have lost or mail order form containing the activation code you can retrieve your user account by logging on to your customer area, using the following link.

5.1 ACTIVATION WITH AN INTERNET CONNECTION

If your computer is connected to the Internet, activation is done very simply by following these steps:

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If you have not created your account, a message appears asking you to visit the page to create an account on the DxO Labs website, accessible from the following link. Fill out the form and submit.

A message will tell you when your account has been created and your activation code is now attached to customer account.

Return to the application and enter your activation code. A message informs you of the proper activation of DxO Optics Pro. Click "OK". You can now use the software.

5.2 ACTIVATION WITHOUT AN INTERNET CONNECTION

If the computer on which you install DxO Optics Pro can not be connected to the Internet, you can activate DxO Optics Pro from another computer connected to Internet, according to the manual activation process described below. Note that you will need a removable media (USB stick, CD ...) to transfer downloaded files to the computer offline (File, DxO optics modules ...)

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At the launch of DxO Optics Pro, a dialog box appears. Enter your activation code and click "Enable".

DxO Optics Pro will find an Internet connection to link the activation code to a client account, and inform you that if it can not do because no connection is possible. Click "OK" to continue.

A window appears, allowing you to save the file "License Request". This file will then get on a computer connected to the "License Response File " that will activate the software on the computer offline.

For this you must first register the "Request License File" on removable media (USB stick, CD ...). Click on "Save License Request File.

We recommend that you do not close this window and not leave no DxO Optics Pro for the moment, if you will resume the activation process from the beginning.

Choose the destination backup file (removable media).

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Note the URL listed in the window, and from a computer connected to the Internet visit the DxO Labs website, having access to your activation code and the removable media contains the "License Request File. You can then proceed to the manual activation, accessible via the URL listed above or by using the following link.

On this page you need to enter your activation code and import the "License Request File. Then click "OK".

In case you have not created your account, a web page will appear with a form, allowing you to create your account. Fill out this form and then confirm to create your account.

Note: If your activation code is already registered, then you will be taken directly to the next step backup "License Response File.

A message informs you that your account has been created and your activation code is now stored. You can continue the activation of DxO Optics Pro. To do this, click

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"Download file"

You can then download the "License Response File. Click "Save" to save this file on removable media (USB, CD) can then import it on the computer DxO Optics Pro is installed.

A window now appears on the screen, allowing you to download the DxO optics correction modules. Click on the link in order to access the complete list of downloadable modules. Follow the instructions on the webpage, and save on your removable media files corresponding to camera/lens modules that you need to use in DxO.

Turn on the computer that is not connected to the Internet, where DxO Optics Pro is installed. Next click on "Submit Response License File". When it has completed saving the file, you may either close this window, or restart the application.

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You can then import the "License File Response", recorded in advance on the removable media in order to activate DxO Optics Pro. Select the file and click Open

Activation of DxO Optics Pro is now validated. A message appears to confirm the activation.

5.3 BACKUP LICENSE FILE

DxO Optics Pro 6 uses the file system license (License file) as the method of activation. The license file was generated during the activation process and is specific to the machine on which it was installed. In case you need for some reason to reinstall Optics Pro on this machine in the future, it is advisable to make a backup copy of this file and keep it in a safe place. This same procedure also applies to the plug-in versions of both FilmPack 1 and FilmPack 2 for DxO Optics Pro 6.

- Open Windows Explorer

- In XP go to the Control Panel and select "Folder Options"

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- Under Vista, go to Control Panel and select "Folder Options and Research"

- Select the tab "View"

- For the option Hidden files and folders, select "Show hidden files and folders"

- Validate the change by clicking "OK"

- In XP, navigate to the folder "C: \ Documents and Settings \ All Users \ Application Data \ PACE AntiPiracy \ License Files"

- On Vista and Windows 7, navigate to the folder “C: \ ProgramData \ PACE Anti-Piracy \ License Files "

- Copy the file "DXOOpticsProV6.ilf" to your backup media (such as a USB thumb drive) – you can copy it from this to something more permanent, such as a CD.

5.4 RESTORE LICENSE FILE

If you need to restore it to your computer, follow this procedure to restore your license file and reactivate DxO Optics Pro 6:

- Open Windows Explore

- In XP go to Control Panel and select "Folder Options"

- Under Vista, go to Control Panel and select "Folder Options and Research"

- Select the tab "View"

- For the option Hidden files and folders, select "Show hidden files and folders"

- Validate the change by clicking "OK"

- In XP, navigate to C: \ Documents and Settings \ All Users \ Application Data \ PACE Anti-Piracy \ License Files. If these directories do not exist, you must create them.

- On Vista and Windows 7, navigate to the folder C: \ ProgramData \ PACE Anti-Piracy \ License Files. " If these directories do not exist, you must create them.

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6. BOXED CD VERSIONS PRIOR TO VERSION 6

It is possible that some retailers still have and may be selling cd boxes for versions 3, 4 or 5 of dxo optics pro. if you purchase a new cd of one of these older versions you will be entitled to and automatically receive an upgrade to version

- In the case of a boxed CD v3, it is necessary that you contact DxO Labs Support ond the company web site, using

the following link.

- If your purchase a boxed CD v4 or v5, follow the procedure describe on this web page.

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7. UPDATES

7.1 MINOR UPDATES

Periodically, DxO Labs offers updates to the software. These updates are available from the Update Center, accessible from this link, or directly using the software by using the pull-down menu option HELP  "Check for Updates". These updates ensure optimum use of DxO Optics Pro. This way you will always have the latest software with all its features. Major software Upgrades will require that you pay a fee; minor updates will continue to be provided free of charge You may also upgrade from the STANDARD EDITION to the ELITE EDITION in this same manner using a special upgrade selection provided in the software. New DxO Optics Pro camera/lens modules are added regularly, and download directly from the software. By continued development of these modules, DxO Engineering will provide support for new hardware (cameras and lenses), recently available on the market. Thus, support for additional cameras and lenses can be easily added by customers to their installed copies of DxO Optics Pro. If you do not have an Internet connection on the computer where you have installed DxO Optics Pro, you can download these updates using another computer and then update your software. Refer to chapters on downloading and installation to another computer, and follow the instructions.

7.2 UPGRADING TO ELITE ED ITION

7.2.1 UPGRADES FOR PC VERSION

If you have the Standard Edition and need to Upgrade to the Elite Edition (to be able to process images from Professional level cameras), you can perform this Upgrade, through the Upgrade Center, accessible by using the following link.

You have to first connect to the Upgrade Center, using your account’s associated e-mail address and password.

Once you have been so identified, you will see a list of your products. Just click on the upgrade you want, then complete your purchase.

Follow the instructions to make payment. At the end of the process, an Elite activation code will be provided.

With DxO Optics Pro running, click on the "Help" pull-down menu and select "License to use software” and choose

“Elite.” Then enter your activation code and restart Optics Pro. You will then automatically be upgraded to DxO Optics

Pro 6, ELITE EDITION.

8. RE-INST ALL DXO OPTICS PRO 6

At any moment, you can download the latest version of Optics Pro 6 and access your activation code from

your online customer account.

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9. PROBLEM SOLVING

For a complete list of frequently asked questions or to contact technical support, use the URL link:

http://help.dxo.com/faq/index.php?action=show&lang=en