User manual GAMES PC X-TENSION

[. . . ] INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . ::::::. . . . . . . :::::. . . . . :::. . . . ::. . . :::: . :. ::. ::: CONTENTS SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS . :17: SECTION 4 RETURN TO THE SECTORS REPRESENTING THE WORLD . :21: SECTION 5 DETAILED OPERATION OF YOUR SHIP . :23: SECTION 5B COCKPIT INSTRUMENTS IN DETAIL . [. . . ] If your computer knows the object, its designation is given and you can obtain extended information with [ENTER]. If it is unknown, it is listed as an "unknown object" and further details are not available. If you access the sector map from the Galaxy Map, you also obtain information about distant sectors ­as long as you have first stationed a relay satellite there [page 62]. With the [END] key you can zoom further into the sector map. The selected object automatically moves to the centre and all other objects are positioned relative to this. The zoom factor selected with [END] can be changed in several stages from 1x to 8x (this is can be seen at the top left of the map). With the [HOME] key you can change from the top view to the side view of the sector. Some of the most important information about ships and factories, which otherwise can be seen only in the following sub-menus, can also be seen here. Thus, in your own ships for example, you can see their current command mode at the top left, and at the right edge of the screen you can see the current shield strength of the ship (This is important for monitoring and controlling battles your ships may be involved in, in distant sectors thanks to relay satellites!) :41: :42: PILOT INFO:::. ::. :. This overview can be accessed either using the Main Menu on your on-board computer [page 34] or using the [P] key on your keyboard. This will provide you with detailed information on your title for the different races, your hit statistics, access to the log book and other important facts. WARP DRIVE:::. ::. :. The Warp Drive allows you to go to between sectors using the most direct route, without having to cross the solar systems between the start and end gates. To use the Warp Drive access the Main Menu on your on-board computer or use [ENTER] [page 34] and selecting the "Warp Drive " option in the "Navigation" section. The list of sectors known to you will be displayed. Select your destination sector and press [ENTER] again. The choice of target warp gates will be displayed. Select your target warp gate and confirm with [ENTER]. The Warp Drive will then activate and the space jump initiated. NOTE: A few seconds may pass before the jump. Also, the drive consumes a great deal of energy so an adequate supply of energy cells in the cargo hold is essential for a successful warp jump. . :. ::. :::SECTION 6 :44: STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR BUDDING TRADERS:::. ::. :. At the beginning of the game you will find yourself on board an Argon Buster that has been given to you by the Argon government as a temporary replacement for the X-Shuttle while it undergoes testing. The Argon Buster is a class M4 ship that has been fitted with some of the most desirable upgrades by the Argon military - very much to your surprise and delight. [Page 21] With this equipment you are no longer at the bottom of the food chain, but it would be a good idea to avoid heavy fighting. It would be a far better idea to do a bit of trading first and use your profits to equip your ship further. There are many items available to you for trading and almost an incomprehensible number of trade routes to explore. [. . . ] Where to buy: Teladi and Split equipment docks Average price: 38448 Credits SECTION 8:::. ::. :. :68: SHIP DATABASE:::. ::. :. Given below is a table of all ships which are currently in production by the shipyards belonging to the races in the Federation of Planets. With your space flight licence you can fly any of these ships, whether you have bought the ship legally, won it in battle or obtained it in any other way. But do remember - this list only shows the ships that are officially active in the federation sectors. There are actually many more models, modifications and special ships from past and present which you may encounter on your adventures! [. . . ]