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NOTICE TEXTE n° 1 (3.77 Ko) 
ECHELON TM
SPECTRUM & AMSTRAD
JOYSTICK AND KEYBOARD COMMANDS
LOADING INSTRUCTIONS
SPECTRUM 48/128K, +2 Cassette
Type LOAD"" and press ENTER. Press PLAY on the cassette recorder. Follow screen
prompts.
SPECTRUM +3 Disk
Turn on computer, insert disk and press ENTER. Game will load and run
automatically. Follow screen prompts.
AMSTRAD CPC Cassette
Press CTRL and small ENTER keys. Press PLAY on the cassette recorder. Follow
screen prompts.
AMSTRAD CPC Disk
Type RUN"DISK and press ENTER. Game will load and run automatically. Follow
screen prompts.
Joystick on Spectrum only - Standard Up, Down, Left, Right, Fire
controls/however the keyboard is recommended (Fire button on joystick responds
to thrust - keyboard controls only).
KEYBOARD
Spectrum Amstrad
Up = A A
Down = Z Z
Left = N ,
Right = M .
Weapon Fire = CAPS SHIFT M
Emergency Stop = ENTER SPACE
Thrust Forward = SPACE + UP SHIFT + UP
SHIP VIEWS
Spectrum Amstrad
Front = Q 1
Rear = W 2
Left = E 3
Right = R 4
Up = T 5
Down = Y 6
Datalink = B ESC
WEAPONS
Spectrum Amstrad
HDAPP = 1 F7 or 7 (keypad)
Photon Cannon = 2 F4 or 4 (keypad)
Missile = 3 F1 or 1 (keypad)
Disarm = 4 F0 or 0 (keypad)
Hover up = K \
Hover down = L /
Hover stop = K + L \ and / together
Zone Map = SYMBOL SHIFT DEL
Grid = G G
Deploy RPV = S CAPS LOCK
Control
RPV /Ship = D TAB
RPV View = F R
Teleport/
Retrieve RPV = H T
ZOOM FUNCTIONS
Spectrum Amstrad
Main in = U 7 on keyboard
Main out = I 8 on keyboard
Top view in = O 9 on keyboard
Top view out = P 0 on keyboard
To use hyperdrive when in Zone Map = move cursor and press
FIRE or SPACE (Spectrum). FIRE or M (Amstrad).
Spectrum Amstrad
Auto pitch
centre on/off = X :
Auto bank
centre on/off = C ;
Top view on/off = V £
Tracking on/off = J CLR
NOTICE TEXTE n° 2 (119.75 Ko) 
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OPERATIONS
MANUAL
Copyright 1987
Access Software, Inc.
CREDITS
Game Design: Brent Erickson, Roger Carver, Bruce Carver
Software Graphics: Doug Vandegrift
Writers: David Brown, Chris Jones
Data Base Layout: John Berven
Documentation:Bruce Carver, Chris Jones, Doug Vandegrift
Play Testing: Dave Ashby, David Brown, Chris Jones, John Berven, Kevin Jones.
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| INCREASING FLIGHT SPEED |
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Maximum flight speed is based essentially on screen up-date speed (the rate at
which the viewing screen changes).
All real-time simulators work basically the same. The viewer (or player) has a
specific position and orientation (point of view) at any instant in time, even
if he or she is moving very fast. Based on the point of view, images are drawn
onto a background screen. When the drawing is complete, the entire background
screen is transferred very quickly to the viewing screen. The process involving
the 2nd screen is called 'buffering' and is used to reduce 'flicker'. The
player does not watch the actual drawing process, but sees only the results
every time the viewing screen is updated.
All drawing takes time, and the more images to be drawn, the longer it takes,
and the longer the time interval between viewing screen updates. Also, the
computer has other things to do such as scanning the keyboard and joystick,
checking for collisions, updating the direction indicators, etc. All these
things take time and delay the update process.
Echelon was specifically designed to provide the player with maximum
flexibility in choosing his or her type of game. Everyone would like to see as
much detail as possible in the buildings and other structures which are shown
on the screen.
However, a basic rule applies. "The more information you want to see, the less
often you can receive an update."
Here are some suggestions for increasing screen updates speed. Try them all and
find which combinations you prefer. We've found that everyone has different
tastes when it comes to the SPEED VS INFORMATION tradeoff.
TURN OFF THE GRID DISPLAY
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There are 3 levels of grid display, full, partial and off. Selecting 'partial'
will provide some improvement while selecting 'off' will provide significant
improvement in update speed. (See Keyboard Controls Section.)
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| TABLE OF CONTENTS |
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INTRODUCTION REMOTE CONTROL FLYING
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Introduction ....................... 2 Remote Control Flying ............. 29
PRE-FLIGHT PREPARATIONS TRAINING COURSES
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Setting Up ......................... 3 Training Courses .................. 30
Loading the Game ................... 3
DATA LINK
QUICK START --------------------------------------
-------------------------------------- The Data Link ..................... 31
Crash Course ....................... 4
DOCKING
PLAYING THE GAME --------------------------------------
-------------------------------------- Docking ........................... 33
Modes of Play ...................... 6
Your Patrol Zone ................... 7 HISTORY
Your Base Station .................. 8 --------------------------------------
Your C-104 Spacecraft .............. 8 Isis - The Tenth Planet ........... 34
Viewing Screens .................... 8 Statistics of Isis ................ 35
Historical Time Line .............. 35
INSTRUMENTS
-------------------------------------- MISSION
Instrument Panel .................. 10 --------------------------------------
Instruments and What They Mean .... 12 Your Mission: Classified .......... 37
The Pirate Code ................... 38
KEYBOARD CONTROLS The Six Steps ..................... 38
-------------------------------------- The Six Maps ...................... 38
Keyboard Controls ................. 18 Completing Your Mission ........... 39
Controls and What They Do ......... 18
PIRATE CODE WORKSHEET
JOYSTICK CONTROLS --------------------------------------
-------------------------------------- Pirate Ciphers .................... 41
Joystick Controls ................. 22
CLUES
WEAPONS --------------------------------------
-------------------------------------- Green Map ......................... 42
Weapons ........................... 23 Purple Map ........................ 43
Grey Map .......................... 44
TELEPORTER Red Map ........................... 45
-------------------------------------- Blue Map .......................... 46
How to Use the Teleporter ......... 24 White Map ......................... 47
COMBAT AREA INFORMATION
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Combat ............................ 26 General Information ............... 48
RPV CONTROLS TROUBLE SHOOTING
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RPV Controls ...................... 27 Trouble Shooting Section .......... 51
Controls and What They Do ......... 28
ACCESSORIES
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Replacement Parts ................. 54
Accessory Items ................... 54
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| INTRODUCTION |
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Echelon is the code name for a top secret military facility located on the
planet ISIS, the newest and 10th planet in our solar system. ECHELON was
established by the INTERNATIONAL SPACE FEDERATION (ISF) to stop attacks on
shipping and mining operations by space pirates. Only top military personnel
are assigned here. The best ISF pilots will be trained to operate the 21st
Century's most advanced spacecraft, the C-104 Light Cruiser, code named:
Tomahawk. The C-104 is a patrol vessel designed for planetary exploration and
combat. This spacecraft has the latest in advanced weaponry and scientific
equipment.
As a top ISF pilot, you are given command of a C-104 Tomahawk and stationed in
Patrol Zone 106. Yours is the only patrol craft in this zone and you must fly
daily reconnaissance missions and search for artifacts and clues that may
reveal the location of the Space Pirate Stronghold. Successfully completing
your assignment will require top flight skills, patience and logic.
Begin by reading this manual carefully and then practice flying your new
spacecraft. Try some of the training courses and become familiar with all the
controls and capabilities of the ship. You can adjust the level of enemy
challenge at anytime and we suggest that you start out easy and increase the
level gradually as your flight skills improve.
So, strap yourself to your favourite chair, adjust your headset and get ready
to fly into the 21st Century. The simulation adventure of a lifetime is about
to begin!
The Lipstik Plus, voice activated control headset which gives a new dimension
of realism to the game and increases player involvement to the highest possible
level, is available for use with ECHELON by mail order only from U.S. Gold Ltd.
(£9.99) [CBM64/128 computers only].
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| PRE-FLIGHT PREPARATIONS |
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SETTING UP:
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KEYBOARD OVERLAY: Carefully punchout the areas marked "remove" from the sheet
labelled "ECHELON CONTROL PANEL" and place it over your keyboard.
JOYSTICK: Use port # 1.
PATROL ZONE MAP: 106: Although the entire zone is filled with objects,
structures and things to explore, only nine areas are completely filled in on
the map. We want you to explore and chart the rest of the zone.
LOADING THE GAME:
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As the game begins you will be asked to do the following:
1. SELECT FAST OR NORMAL LOADING: Fast loading requires that you have a 1541 or
compatible disk drive.
2. ENTER YOUR NAME:
3. DISK: - Side 1 Program, Side 2 Data.
4. VOICE VERIFICATION:(only available if you have a Lipstik Plus headset).
You may bypass the voice check by adding the code "*ECH" to the end of your
name.
CBM 64/128 CASSETTE: Press SHIFT and RUN/STOP keys together. Press PLAY on the
cassette recorder. After a short while you will be presented with two options:
1. Play ECHELON
2. Record the tape counter references
If you are playing the game for the first time choose option 2 and follow the
screen prompts. Using the enclosed form, record you tape counter references.
Please note that the counter should be at 000.
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| QUICK START |
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READ THIS FIRST!!!
Since you can't wait to get started, we'll give you enough training to get you
safely out of the Docking Bay. After that, you're on your own. Once you've
decided it's time to read the manual, please do so carefully and thoroughly.
This game has many features and is designed to provide the player with maximum
freedom and flexibility in game playing options. You may play to whatever level
of action or adventure is most comfortahle. Speed of play need not be a factor.
Enemy spacecraft need not bother you. You decide. But because of the variety of
playing modes, it is essential that you READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY to gain the
maximum enjoyment from the game.
Now for your Crash Course...
INSTRUMENTS:
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Turn to page 10 and acquaint yourself with the location and meaning of all the
gauges and readouts on your Instrument panel.
KEYBOARD CONTROLS:
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Turn to page 18 and review the function of the various keyboard controls. Be
sure your keyboard overlay is in place.
THE C-104 SPACECRAFT
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This ship is the 21st Century's most advanced exploration and combat vehicle.
Virtually everything on the vessel is computer controlled or monitored. It has
an anti-gravity hover system that can hold the ship in any position at any
altitude. The main engines will accelerate the craft to full speed in either
the forward or reverse direction in less than 6 seconds. It also has the latest
in advanced weaponry.
LEAVING THE BASE STATION DOCKING BAY
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Whlle holding down the button, press forward on the stick for about 2 seconds,
then release both the button and the stick. (Holding down the button for
approximately ½ second without moving the stick will stop your spacecraft.)
After clearing the Base Station. Press forward on the stick and then release.
Your ship should now be pointing slightly downward and you should be descending
slowly towards the planet's surface. Your altitude readout (ALT) should be
decreasing. If you get into trouble or don't understand something, PRESS THE
SPACEBAR. This is the EMERGENCY STOP key.
JOYSTICK CONTROLS
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1. Push the stick FORWARD to PITCH DOWN. (Point the nose of the ship down.)
2. Pull the stick BACK to PITCH UP. (Point the nose of the ship up.)
3. Push the stick LEFT to TURN LEFT.
4. Push the stick RIGHT to TURN RIGHT.
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| QUICK START |
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5. HOLD THE BUTTON DOWN and PUSH FORWARD to apply FORWARD THRUST.
6. HOLD THE BUTTON DOWN and pull BACK to apply REVERSE THRUST.
7. Pushing ONLY THE BUTTON will STOP your forward or reverse motion after
approximately ½ second. (This will not effect HOVERING).
The following is a list of a few things you can experience with Echelon that
are outside the scope of this QUICK START section. Please refer to specific
sections of the manual for instructions and playing tips.
1. Practice firing your weapons. Target ranges are located in AREAS A2 and B2.
(See the ZONE MAP).
2. Practice touch and go landings in AREA C4. (See Zone Map.)
3. Fly under the bridge in AREA B3, SECTOR K7. (Due south of your BASE
STATION).
4. Fly through the tunnel obstacle courses in AREAS B4 and A3. (See Zone Map.)
5. DEPLOY YOUR RPV with its remote camera and watch yourself fly. It's like
flying a radio control plane.
6. Fly to one of the objects (solid dots on the zone map) and teleport it
aboard. See Teleporting Section. (There are over 240 objects within the
zone).
7. Request the computer DATA LINK and select the level of enemy combat you
desire. When you've had enough, be sure to re-enter the DATA LINK and turn
them off.
8. Try your hand at solving the PIRATE MAPS and completing the PIRATE SEQUENCE.
(This is not something you can do in a few hours, but the save game feature
(Disk only) allows you to continue play at your leisure.
9. Explore! Simply fly, look around and teleport objects. There are hundreds of
unique and intriguing structures and objects to discover and explore. Some
have clues as to the location of the Space Pirate stronghold. If you find
what you think is a clue, it would be wise to write it down. Once you begin
your mission of solving the Pirate Maps and Sequence, you'll find some of
this information extremely useful.
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| PLAYING THE GAME |
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MODES OF PLAY
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Echelon simulates the controls, instrumentation and weaponry of a futuristic
spacecraft. It can be played strictly as a flight simulator, exploration
adventure, arcade game or as a combination of all of these. With numerous
playing options, Echelon lets you make the choice.
1. Flight Simulation - Echelon is a true flight simulator that puts you behind
the controls of a combat and exploration vehicle. The controls and 3
dimensional view will give you the thrill of a real flight. Fly and land
anywhere inside the Patrol Zone. You'll find challenge and satisfaction in
mastering the instrumentation, weaponry and controls. There's also a great
feature that allows you to fly by 'remote control'. Using your RPV, you can
control and view your spacecraft from 'outside' by using the Automatlc Tracking
System. It's like flying a remote control aircraft.
2. Arcade Action - Once you are comfortable with the controls, you may want to
try your skills against enemy spacecraft. There are SIX DIFFERENT LEVELS OF
ENEMY STRENGTH varying from none to very heavy. This allows you to increase the
level of difficulty as your skills improve. The computer keeps track of your
success by awarding you combat points. In addition, there are five different
training courses which are designed to improve your skills in manoeuvring the
spacecraft, selecting weapons and object retrieval. On many of the courses, you
can compete against the clock to add excitement and intensity.
Exploration Mystery and Adventure
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Echelon offers the mental challenge and stimulation of an adventure game
without the aggravation and frustration of sending a player to predetermined
paths and locations. Because Echelon is a simulator, a player can choose to fly
anywhere inside the Patrol Zone. If you take the assignment of locating the
Pirate Base, it will take time, patience and logic. But reaching the solution
will be more like 'real life' because the answers will not be determined by
following programmed paths.
Operating Classifications
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There are three general classifications for operation of your spacecraft.
1. Scientific - Exploration and training without engaging enemy aircraft. (This
is the normal Echelon Playing level.)
2. Patrol - Encounter mild resistance from enemy spacecraft while exploring the
unknown. To activate this level of play do the following:
1 - Press the DATA LINK KEY
2 - Press '2' (GAME OPTIONS)
3 - Press '1' (COMBAT)
4 - Press '1' (ENEMY STRENGTH)
5 - Press '2' or '3' (VERY LIGHT OR LIGHT)
6 - Press 'X' (TERMINATE)
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| PLAYING THE GAME |
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3. Military - For non-stop enemy attacks follow the steps outlined above for
PATROL except in step (5) choose:
'4' MEDIUM or '5' HEAVY or '6' VERY HEAVY
You may change classifications at any time, simply by re-entering the DATA
LINK.
To return to Scientific Class, follow the same steps for the Patrol Class except
in step '5' select '1' No Enemies.
YOUR PATROL ZONE
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The ZONE is a partlally explored region of the planet ISIS that is 840
kilometres square. Within the zone are 36 smaller regions called AREAS (6 rows
x 6 columns).
Each AREA is 140 kilometres square and is also sub-divided into smaller regions
(14 rows x 14 columns). They are called SECTORS and each is 10,000 metres
square. There are 196 sectors in each AREA.
The figure below graphically represents the ZONE with both AREA and SECTOR
subdivisions.
PATROL ZONE #106 AREA #E5 SECTOR #K11
1 2 3 4 5 6 |-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-| +----+
-----+----+----+----+----+----- |-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-| | /|
A| | | | | | | |-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-| | L |
| | | | | | | |-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-| +----+
+----+----+----+----+----+----+ |-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-| | |
B| | | | | | | |-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-| |<-->|
| | | | | | | |-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-| 10,000 Metres
+----+----+----+----+----+----+ |-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-|
C| | | | | | | |-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-|
| | | | | | | |-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-|
+----+----+----+----+----+----+ |-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-|
D| | | | | | | |-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-#=#-+-+-|
| | | | | | | |-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-#=#-+-+-|
+----+----+----+----######----+ |-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-|
E| | | | # # | |-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-|
| | | | # # | | |
+----+----+----+----######----+ | |
F| | | | | | | |<------------------------->|
| | | | | | | 140 Kilometres
-----+----+----+----+----+-----
| |
|<--------------------------->|
840 Kilometres
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| PLAYING THE GAME |
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YOUR BASE STATION:
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Your base of operations is a fully equipped orbitting BASE STATION. The STATION
is located in AREA B3, SECTOR G7 at altitude 10,000 metres. The orbit is
geosynchronous so that the BASE will always remain in a fixed location. You
must return here to DOCK your spacecraft and receive more munitions or fuel or
to repair any damage. (Also see DOCKING).
YOUR C-104 SPACECRAFT
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This ship is state of the art technology in a space exploration and combat
vehicle. Your craft is equipped with twin laser fusion drive engines and three
100 ton magnetic flux generators. Two of these generators power the
anti-gravity hover system while the third unit powers the shield defence
envelope. The fusion drive engines use deuterium pellets for fuel and are
capable of delivering 2 million pounds each of forward or reverse thrust.
VIEWING SCREENS
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Information from the infrared and microwave scanners are fed to the computer
for interpretation. The computer then displays this information on two viewing
screens. THE MAIN SCREEN shows 'point of view' images of building, vehicles,
terrain, etc. This screen will also display a grid which indicates the planet's
surface. You can selectively shut off
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| PLAYING THE GAME |
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all or part of the surface grid. This is normally done to increase the rate at
which the display is updated.
The smaller screen is the TOP VIEW. This is the computer's interpretation of an
outside view looking down on your spacecraft.
Your ship is represented in outline form as 7 flashing dots. The dot in the
centre locates the centre of your spacecraft. The green vertical and horizontal
lines represent sector boundaries, the TOP VIEW can be turned on or off as
needed by pressing the TOP VIEW on/off key. Again, this is normally done to
increase the rate at which the main screen is updated.
NOTE: When the RPV view is selected, both screens will display images from the
RPV's point of view.
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| | THE MAIN SCREEN | |
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| |______________________________| |
| |#--- #\++- >---- |
| ________________ |
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| | TOP VIEW | |
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| |________________| |
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| INSTRUMENTS |
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INSTRUMENT PANEL
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Stop your ship and review your instruments on your monitor as you read this
page carefully. Being able to fly with only your instruments may someday save
your life.
[Left half of diagram of instrument panel - see echelon_instrumentpanel.jpg]
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| INSTRUMENTS |
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[Right half of diagram of instrument panel - see echelon_instrumentpanel.jpg]
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THE INSTRUMENTS AND WHAT THEY MEAN
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HEADING:
Heading refers to the direction your ship is pointing relative to due north.
The heading readout is located next to the heading indicator. The reading is
given in degrees (0 thru 359) with North = 0.
0 (NORTH)
^
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270 (WEST) <------ ------> 90 (EAST)
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v
180 (SOUTH)
You may change your heading (the direction you are pointing) by turning the
ship. This is done by pushing LEFT or RIGHT on the joystick.
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BANK:
Bank refers to the angle of TILT of the wings of your spacecraft. As you turn,
your ship will automatically bank.
Maximum Bank is 45°. Pushing LEFT or RIGHT on the stick, will BANK (tilt) as
well as TURN (change the heading) of your ship. When you release the stick, the
BANK will automatically return to ZERO (level flight). This is referred to as
BANK AUTO CENTRING (B.A.C.). You can toggle the BAC feature on or off by
pressing the 'A' key. We recommend that inexperienced pilots leave BAC on
however.
The BANK reading is displayed next to the BANK indicator and shows plus or
minus degrees from level flight (Bank = 0).
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PITCH:
Pitch refers to the attitude of the nose of the spacecraft. When the ship is
PITCHED UP the NOSE WILL BE UP. If the PITCH IS DOWN the NOSE WILL BE DOWN.
PITCH is controlled by pressing FORWARD or BACK on the joystick. Pressing
FORWARD will push the nose down. Pulling BACK will pull the nose up.
When you are stopped, it is perfectly safe to change your pitch to any angle
between full up (+90) to full down (-90). This is especially useful during
close exploration manoeuvring. During flight however (moving forward or
backward), it is important to control your pitch. Your main engines will always
move the ship in the DIRECTION IT IS POINTING. Therefore, if your nose is
pointing down and you are moving forward, you will eventually hit the ground.
The PITCH reading is displayed next to the PITCH indicator and shows plus or
minus degrees from level flight (Pitch = 0).
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There is a PITCH AUTO CENTRING (PAC) system that will try to maintain Pitch = 0
(level flight). You can selectively turn PAC on or off by pressing the RETURN
key.
COORDINATE SYSTEM:
Your current location within the Zone is always defined in terms of AREA,
SECTOR, and then coordinates and altitude within the sector. Since each sector
is 10,000 metres across, coordinates are given as follows:
X Coordinate = 0 thru 10,000 (west to east)
Z Coordinate = 0 thru 10,000 (south to north)
Z = 10,000 +----------------------------
| |
| NORTH |
| ^ |
| | |
| | |
| |
Z = 5,000 + WEST <---- ----> EAST |
| |
| | |
| | |
| v |
| SOUTH |
| |
Z = 0 +-------------+-------------+
X = 0 X = 5,000 X = 10,000
Your altitude will range from 0 at the planet's surface to a maximum of 13,500
metres. Your ship's computer will not allow you to leave the zone or to fly
above 13,500 metres without special authorisation.
AREA, SECTOR, COORDINATE AND ALTITUDE READOUTS are located on your main
Instrument panel.
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SHIELD INDICATOR:
The shield indicator displays the amount of energy available to the Shield
Defence Envelope. Direct hits from enemy weapons and striking the ground at
high velocities will gradually deplete your shield energy. Once the shields are
depleted you are very vulnerable to severe damage. Return to BASE immediately
and dock your ship to recharge your shields and repair any damage.
FUEL GAUGE:
This indicates the amount of deuterium fuel remaining to power the main
engines. Running out of fuel will end the game.
VELOCITY (SPEED) INDICATORS:
There are two sets of velocity indicators on your instrument panel. The display
on the left indicates forward or reverse velocity. Forward velocity is shown
in yellow and reverse velocity is shown in red.
The display on the right is the vertical speed indicator (VSI) and shows the
rate of climb or descent. When the indicator is yellow your ship is climbing
and when red, your ship is descending. Rate of climb or descent while hovering
is also shown on the VSI.
ZOOM INDICATOR:
Both the MAIN and TOP VIEW screens have zoom (magnification) capabilities. When
one of the ZOOM IN OR OUT KEYS ARE PRESSED, these indicators will show the
amount of magnification being used. Main screen zoom has a range of 1X normal
to 16X maximum. TOP VIEW has a range of 1X normal to 22X maximum.
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GAME CLOCK:
The Game Clock keeps track of total time of play. (It is saved along with a
saved game so that total running time is preserved CBM Disk Only). Even when
the STOPWATCH TIMER feature is selected, the GAME CLOCK continues to run.
RPV INDICATOR:
This indicator will indicate the current status of your RPV (Droid).
Yellow & Red = RPV is Deployed
Brown = RPV is Onboard
Grey = RPV was Destroyed
If your RPV was destroyed, you must return to base and dock to receive a
replacement Droid.
TRACKING ON INDICATOR:
This indicator will turn green when RPV tracking is On.
RPV VIEW INDICATORS:
If these console lights are yellow, they indicate that the main screen is now
displaying the VIEW from the RPV camera. If lights are black, the MAIN SCREEN
is displaying the view from the C-104.
GRID ON INDICATOR:
The computer generated surface grid may be set to FULL, PARTIAL or OFF. This
indicator will show the current status of the grid display.
SCORING INDICATORS:
There are two separate scoring displays. The left display is the 'E' or
EXPLORATION score. Points are awarded here based on credits received through
artefact and clue retrieval. The right display is the 'C' or COMBAT score.
Points are awarded here based on enemy ships destroyed. You are also awarded
combat points for target practice and combat simulation. Virtually any
structure or terrain or the planet can be a target. However, the ship's
computer will not allow you to destroy structures that are not hostile. If you
fire at a non-hostile target, the computer will simulate the sequence on
screen. If the target was hit the image will be removed from the screen and
points will be awarded.
MESSAGE WINDOW:
Messages and instructions will appear from time to time in this window. Follow
the instructions when they are given.
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KEYBOARD CONTROLS AND WHAT THEY DO
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1. SHIP VIEW (Left Arrow,1,2,3,4,5)
Select front, rear, left, right, up, or down. All views except the front view
will display a portion of the spacecraft to indicate which view is currently
selected. CAUTION: Do not mistake the DOWN VIEW'S teleport sight for weapon
cross hairs.
2. RPV VIEW ('6' Key)
When your RPV is deployed, you can switch to RPV VIEW at any time. When this is
down the 'RPV VIEW' lights on the instrument panel will turn yellow. One of the
more interesting features of the game is flying the C-104 while watching from
the droid (RPV). Be sure and use the tracking feature described on page 19.
To switch back to ship view, simply select one of the 6 ship view keys
described above.
3. ZOOM (7 & 8 Keys)(+ & - Keys)
Both the MAIN SCREEN and the TOP VIEW have Zoom (magnification) capabilities.
The Zoom feature allows you to examine buildings and structures more closely
without flying nearer to them. The Zoom magnifies the viewing area to make
objects appear closer. The main screen can be 'Zoomed In' to a power of 16X
while the TOP VIEW can be zoomed into 22X. Be careful not to forget that you
have zoom in effect. It can be very disorienting.
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4. ZONE MAP ('£' Key)
Pressing this key will bring up the ZONE MAP which is divided into 36 Areas.
When you begin the game the entire map will be red (except at the Base
Station). As you fly around the map will turn white in the sectors that have
been scanned by your ship's sensors. Your present location is always indicated
by a flashing dot. (If you SAVE your games periodically, you will always be
able to see where you have been by calling up the ZONE MAP CBM Disk Only).
Press the 'Space Bar' or say 'Continue' into the Lipstik to return to the main
screen.
5. HYPERDRIVE ('H' Key During Zone Map)
There will be times when you will want to move quickly across the Zone. You
could fly to your destination Area using your main engines, but it would waste
time and fuel. Hyperdrive will transport you there in a matter of seconds. TO
USE THE HYPERDRIVE FEATURE, FIRST SELECT ZONE MAP, then press the 'H' key. A
flashing arrow will appear at your current position. MOVE THE JOYSTICK UP,
DOWN, LEFT OR RIGHT and position the arrow in the destination area. Now PRESS
THE BUTTON or the SPACE BAR. Within a few seconds you will arrive in the new
area. Your Sector and coordinates will remain unchanged.
6. AREA MAP (Clr/Home Key)
The area map will display your current location within the area. Unlike the
Zone Map (which freezes play), the AREA map is a 'HEADS UP' display and can be
toggled on and off without stopping play. 'Toggle' means that pressing the key
once will turn the map on, pressing the key again will turn it off.
7. TOP VIEW (Inst/Del Key)
This key is used to toggle the TOP VIEW on and off. Turning the top view off is
normally done to speed up the rate at which the main screen updates.
8. PITCH AUTO CENTRE (Return Key)
Pressing this key toggles the Pitch Auto Centring feature on and off. When auto
centring is on, the blue light just below the Pitch readout will come on. This
feature will automatically return your pitch to Zero (level flight) when the
joystick is released.
9. HOVER (Cursor Keys)
These keys control the anti-gravity hover system. Push the HOVER DOWN key to
make your ship DESCEND. Push the HOVER UP key to make it ASCEND. The longer you
hold the key down, the faster the ship will move. PRESS BOTH KEYS AT ONCE TO
STOP. The EMERGENCY STOP key will also stop your hover velocity as well as any
forward or reverse velocity.
10. TIMER (Right Shift Key)
This key is used to engage the Start/Stop Timer (stop watch). PRESS ONCE to
START the timer, PRESS AGAIN TO STOP the timer, PRESS AGAIN to return to the
GAME CLOCK. Use this timer to time yourself through the various training
courses. Try competing against your friends.
11. TRACKING ('/' Key)
Push this key to toggle the RPV tracking system on or off. When your RPV is
deployed, it will try to follow your ship at all times if the TRACKING IS
ENABLED. The tracking indicator (see Instrument panel) will turn green when
tracking is ON.
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12. EMERGENCY STOP (Space Bar)
This key will zero all ship velocities. The on board computer will recognise
this key as an emergency condition and bring your ship to a stop as quickly as
possible.
13. DEPLOY RPV ('Z' Key)
Press the key to deploy your RPV. This droid is used only for exploration and
reconnaissance as it has no weapons. You can activate its camera and sensors by
selecting RPV VIEW ('6' Key). When the droid is out of the ship (deployed) the
RPV indicator will turn yellow and red. Shield energy for your droid is
microwaved from the C-104. BE CAREFUL not to touch the ship and droid when the
shields are energised or the RPV WILL BE DESTROYED. To bring it back on board
you must use the teleporter. If you inadvertently destroy the RPV, you must
dock to receive a replacement.
14. CONTROL (Lt. Shift)
This key will toggle between C-104 control and RPV control. By switching to RPV
CONTROL and RPV VIEW you can control the droid very much like the C-104. The
RPV does not have multiple viewing directions or weapons and it does not bank
when turning. The unit that is being controlled is displayed on the instrument
panel just above the AREA indicator. ALL INSTRUMENTS AND READOUTS PERTAIN TO
THE UNIT BEING CONTROLLED. The droid must remain in the same area as the
C-104.
15. TELEPORTER (Commodore Key)
Pressing this key will engage the OBJECT TELEPORTATION SYSTEM. Several
conditions must be met before an object can be beamed aboard. All engines
including hover must be stopped. ALTITUDE must be at 50 metres or below and
down view must be selected. In addition, there must be an object (flashing hour
glass) visible on the main screen.
The teleporter is also used to retrieve the RPV. Since droid coordinates are
always known, the only requirement is that your velocities be ZERO. See the
Teleporter Section.
16. GRID (Run/Stop)
This key is used to select full, partial or no surface grid. The grid is
generated by the on board computer to represent the planet's surface. Turning
off the grid will increase the rate at which the main screen updates. This can
be especially useful when battling enemy spacecraft. Repeatedly pressing the
key will switch from FULL to PARTIAL to OFF and back to FULL.
17. DATA LINK (CTRL Key)
Pressing this key will link your on board computer to the main computers at
ECHELON HEADQUARTERS. Once the data link is established, you can select
numerous playing options, review the pirate maps, load or save a game, or even
adjust the sound filters for optimum effect. See the DATA LINK SECTION for more
information.
18. WEAPONS ( F1, F3, F5)(F7)
These four keys are used to arm and disarm the weapon systems aboard the C-104
spacecraft. Select 'F1' to arm the HDAPPS, 'F3' to arm the PHOTON CANNONS, and
'F5' to arm the MISSILES. Select 'F7' to disarm all weapons. See the WEAPONS
SECTION for more information.
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19. AUTO BANK CENTRE ('A' Key)
Pressing the 'A'key will toggle the AUTO BANK CENTRING FUNCTION on and off.
When activated, the small red light near the bank indicator will come on. (See
Instrument Panel.) In the 'ON' mode (which is normal) the bank or tilt of the
wings will automatically return to zero (level flight) when the joystick is
released.
20 FIRE KEY ('F' Key)
Firing of weapons is normally done by using the LipStick. The 'F' key is
provided as a backup system in the event that you do not own a LipStick. The
disadvantage of using the key is that your hands must leave the stick in order
to fire. This is a real handicap during high speed target runs or enemy dog
fights.
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FORWARD ONLY = PITCH DOWNWARD (NOSE DOWN).
BACK ONLY = PITCH UPWARD (NOSE UP).
LEFT = BANK AND TURN LEFT.
RIGHT = BANK AND TURN RIGHT.
FORWARD + BUTTON = ACCELERATE (FORWARD THRUST).
BACK + BUTTON = DECELERATE (REVERSE THRUST).
BUTTON ONLY FOR APPROXIMATELY ½ SECOND = STOP.
(NOTE: THIS WILL NOT STOP HOVER).
Your main engines will move your ship forward or reverse in the direction you
are pointing. Remember to keep an eye on your Pitch Indicator or you may find
yourself flying straight into the ground.
To apply FORWARD THRUST, hold down the FIRE BUTTON and push FORWARD on the
JOYSTICK. Your ship will begin to accelerate. Once you have reached a
comfortable speed, RELEASE BOTH THE BUTTON AND STICK AT THE SAME TIME. When you
wish to stop any forward or reverse motion, simply HOLD DOWN THE BUTTON without
pushing on the stick. The ship's computer will interpret a 'BUTTON ONLY' input
from the joystick as a 'STOP MAIN ENGINES COMMAND'.
To REVERSE THRUST simultaneously press the FIRE BUTTON and PULL BACK on the
stick.
REMEMBER that pushing or pulling on the stick without the button will change
the PITCH of your spacecraft, and pushing the button without moving the stick
will STOP your main engines. It is therefore important to always PUSH THE
BUTTON AND STICK AT THE SAME TIME, IF YOU WISH TO CHANGE THE SPEED OF YOUR
SHIP.
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| WEAPONS |
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HDAPP (High Density Anti-Proton Projectile):These anti-matter packets are
suspended in a magnetic field until fired. Once released, they disintegrate
rapidly but are very effective at short range (up to 1800 metres).
PHOTON CANNON:This unit is basically a very high intensity pulse laser. The
pulse power is supplied by rapidly discharging a P.C. power cell and the cell
casing is ejected after each round is fired. The cannons are good at short to
medium range (up to 4600 metres).
MISSILES: These are medium to long range, solid fuel rockets with micro-nuclear
detonators. (Acronym: LRN) They have no external guidance system which
virtually neutralises any electronic counter measure techniques (effective
range 6300 metres).
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| TELEPORTER |
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HOW TO USE THE TELEPORTER
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One of the most important functions of your spacecraft is teleporting objects
aboard. There are hundreds of objects in the Patrol Zone that contain
information needed to solve the maps and locate the Pirate Base. The RPV is
also retrieved by the teleporter. To teleport objects, use the following
procedure:
LOCATE AN OBJECT
Objects that are teleportable are shown as flashing hourglasses on the viewing
screen. From a distance the object appears as a small flashing dot.
NOTE: (To follow this procedure while attempting to teleport an actual object,
fly to Area B-2, Sector J-7.)
APPROACH
When an object appears on screen, it may be in the adjacent sector. Fly towards
the object and adjust your controls so that the object remains in the centre of
the screen. When your spacecraft gets close, the object will begin moving more
rapidly. Lower your speed and altitude and continue your approach. If the
spacecraft continues forward when you are very near the object, it may
disappear from the front view as the spacecraft begins to pass over it.
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ACTIVATE 'DOWN' SCREEN
To teleport an object, your spacecraft must be directly over it. Press the down
view key to activate the down screen. The down screen shows the view directly
below your spacecraft. There is a blind spot between front and down view
screens and when the object passes out of view from the front screen, it is not
immediately seen in the down screen.
MANOEUVRE YOUR SPACECRAFT OVER THE OBJECT
If the object is in front of your craft, begin moving slowly forward so that
the spacecraft passes over the object. The object should now be visible on the
down screen. If the object passes outside the down view area, use the other
views from the ship to locate the object again. Use the down view teleport
sight (small cross hairs) to line up the object. Manoeuvre the spacecraft so
that the object is still partially visible when you are at or below 50 metres.
NOTE: Objects cannot be teleported unless your altitude is 50 metres or below.
BEGIN TELEPORTATION SEQUENCE
Once the object is within teleport range (inside the screen area) with the
spacecraft below 50 metres) press the Teleport Key. This will activate the
teleport sequence and bring the object on board. If the object is not properly
lined up, the message "No object within range" will appear. This means either
your craft is too high (over alt. 50) or not enough of the object is inside the
screen area. Make the proper adjustments and try again.
NOTE: To help you get started, the Patrol Zone map included with Echelon shows
the location of all the objects within 9 of the 36 areas. Most objects located
throughout the Patrol Zone can be found near buildings and structures.
Remember: There are over 240 objects within the zone.
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| COMBAT |
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COMBAT
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If you wish to battle enemy spacecraft, enter the DATA LINK COMBAT SECTION and
set enemy strength to a value other than 1.
The planet is broken down into a number of Patrol Zones. Since there is only
one C-104 per zone, it's up to you to defend it. When your ship comes under
attack, a small audio signal will sound. Enemy spacecraft should be visible on
the 'top view' screen. They will be identified as small dots moving toward your
spacecraft. Activate one of your weapons by pressing F1, F3 or F5, adjust your
headset and get ready for combat.
The only direction your weapons fire is directly ahead. Look at the top view
screen and identify which of the enemy spacecraft is the closest and position
your spacecraft to view the approach from the front screen. Try not to
oversteer. When the craft is within range, speak into the Lipstik or use the
'F' key to fire your weapon. Each time an enemy spacecraft is shot down points
will be awarded. These will appear on the upper right hand portion of the
Instrument Panel. You are awarded significantly greater points for chasing down
an escaping enemy ship than one that is coming towards you.
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| RPV CONTROLS |
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The RPV is a remote piloted vehicle, used for all types of exploration and
observation work outside the spacecraft. The RPV has its own propulsion system
and can fly in much the same manner as the C-104. It also has a camera that
allows the pilot to monitor the RPV's viewing area. To deploy the RPV, the
C-104 must be at alt. 00. Once on the ground, press the 'Z' key. A message and
the small figure in the lower left corner of the panel will change colour. The
RPV will always be deployed to the north of you. When your spacecraft is on the
ground at heading 00, the RPV will be visible on the front screen.
The RPV is operated by using the same controls that are used with the C-104. To
switch the controls from the C-104 to the RPV, press the 'CONTROL SHIP OR RPV'
key. The control indicator just above the 'AREA' indicator should now read RPV.
(When control is switched back to the C-104, the indicator will read 'C-104'.)
To switch the RPV view, press the RPV view key. If you have not moved the RPV
from where it was deployed, you will see the outside view of your spacecraft.
To switch the view back to the C-104, press one of the Ship View keys.
You can use the RPV to explore buildings and structures or to fly around the
sectors. The RPV responds to the controls in the same manner as the C-104. Be
careful when operating the RPV near the spacecraft. If they collide, the RPV
will be destroyed.
If your RPV is destroyed and you wish to obtain a new one, return to the Base
Station. When you dock you will automatically receive a new one. To retrieve
your RPV after deployment, the C-104 must be in control and you must be
stopped. Press the Teleport key to teleport the RPV aboard.
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SWITCHING CONTROLS
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Switching the controls between the C-104 and the RPV can sometimes be
confusing. When the control indicator reads C-104, the instruments pertain to
the C-104. If the control indicator reads RPV, then the instruments pertain to
the RPV. Watch the instrument panel and switch the controls back and forth
between C-104 and RPV. Each time you switch, the information displayed changes
as well.
When one of the 6 ship views is selected the top view shows the spacecraft as
7 flashing dots with one flashing dot in the centre. If the RPV is deployed it
is shown as a single yellow flashing dot. The C-104 is always in the centre of
the screen when a C-104 view is selected.
TOP VIEW
+---------+---------+---------+
| | | |
| | | @------+--- RPV
| | | |
+---------+---------+---------+
| | o o | |
| |o @ o| |
| | o \o | |
+---------+------\--+---------+
| | \-+---------+--- C-104
| | | |
| | | |
+---------+---------+---------+
When the view is switched to the RPV, it is shown by the 4 flashing dots in the
form of an arrow. The C-104 is now shown as a single dot, and the RPV becomes
the centre of the Top View Screen.
TOP VIEW
+---------+---------+---------+
| | @-+---------+--- C-104
| | | |
| | o | |
+---------+---------+---------+
| | | |
| | @ | |
| | o \o | |
+---------+------\--+---------+
| | \-+---------+--- RPV
| | | |
| | | |
+---------+---------+---------+
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| REMOTE CONTROL FLYING |
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The tracking function allows you to fly the C-104 like a remote control
aircraft. To try this, do the following:
1. Set your altitude at 00.
2. Deploy your RPV.
3. Switch to RPV view (key 6). You should now see the C-104 directly in
front of you.
4. Switch the controls to the C-104 (left 'shift' key).
5. Press the TRACKING KEY (press the '/' key).
With the tracking on, the RPV will follow the C-104's flight pattern.
To start, try something simple - Use the HOVER UP key and take the C-104 to an
altitude of 250 metres. You'll notice as you fly that the RPV will continually
change its new angle to keep the C-104 on screen.
Now rotate the C-104 by changing the heading. Slowly fly a circle pattern
around the sector. Notice on the top view that the RPV will follow your
movement by pointing directly at the C-104.
When you're ready to fly further away from the RPV, periodically look at the
top view to identify where the spacecraft is in relation to the RPV. We
recommend using magnification 04x for most remote flying. As the spacecraft
gets closer to the RPV, decrease the zoom. Also, if the C-104 gets off screen,
decrease the zoom.
Because you're viewing from outside the spacecraft, the exact direction you're
flying can be confusing. Check the heading to make sure you're going in the
right direction.
By using the tracking you can watch the C-104 bank, turn and fly by your
position. Try setting the RPV by a bridge and watch the C-104 fly under it.
If you get disoriented or lose track of your position, simply stop the C-104,
switch to front view and press the Teleport Key. Your lost drold will be beamed
aboard.
NOTE: The C-104 and the RPV must always remain in the same AREA. You will not
be able to fly the droid outside of the AREA, and if you attempt to fly across
an AREA boundary with the RPV deployed, the teleporter will automatically
engage and beam it aboard.
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| TRAINING COURSES |
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There are six different flight training courses designed to improve your skills
in flying and operating the spacecraft.
1. Touch and Go: The object is to set your spacecraft down on landing pads that
are located in Area C-7, Sectors H-6 through H-10. Start on the arrow (->)
located in Sector H-5 and at altitude 200. The landing pads are small coloured
squares with an X inside. They are located in the sectors directly east. Begin
moving forward and try to set your spacecraft directly on top of the landing
pad. This requires using the down screen view. Positioning your spacecraft over
the landing pads is very similar to positioning your ship over teleportable
objects. This course will help improve your teleporting skills. Use the Timer
to see how fast you can run the course.
2. GROUND TUNNEL OBSTACLE COURSE: One of the keys to manoeuvring your
spacecraft is to avoid over 'steering'. The ground tunnel obstacle course is
located in area B-4 and starts in Sectors F-4. You are required to fly your
spacecraft through the tunnel and avoid flying through the walls and outside
the tunnel. Remember to avoid over control. Make small adjustments and wait for
the ship to respond. To compete against the clock press the timer key to start
and press it again when you finish.
3. FLOATING TUNNEL OBSTACLE COURSE: This course is also designed to improve
manoeuvring skills but you also need to watch your altitude and pitch
carefully. The course is in Area A-3 and starts in Sector F-7 at X = 369, Z =
1029, alt = 534. The course is a series of rectangles that you must fly
through. Use the timer and compete against yourself or friends.
4. AERIAL TARGET RANGE: The aerial target range is to increase your proficiency
in the use of weapons. There is a target range located in Area A-2, Sectors H-4
through H-10. Start at Sector H-3 X = 7884, Z = 5281, alt = 5175. The object is
to fly through the range hitting as many targets as you can in the least amount
of time. There are 14 triangle type figures staggered from Sectors H-4 to H-10.
To start the clock, press the timer key and press it again when you are
finished.
5. TARGET RANGE: The target range located in Area B-2 starts in Sector J-10 and
goes through several connecting sectors. The object is to increase your weapon
proficiency by flying through the sectors hitting as many targets as quickly as
possible.
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| DATA LINK |
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Press the Data Link key to request up-link to ECHELON Headquarters. When the
link comes on line you have 4 selections from the main menu.
1. Docking 2. Game Options 3. Pirate Maps X. Terminate.
The following is a brief description of each selection.
DOCKING
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1. DOCKING PROCEDURES: This gives instructions on how to re-dock once leaving
the base station. Any time during flight you can return to the base station to
re-energise your shields, get more fuel, ammunition or droids. Any damage that
your craft has sustained will be automatically repaired when you dock. Upon
entering the base, your maximum speed is automatically reduced to ¼ of normal.
Each time you dock, you will receive a new RPV (if needed) and your shield
energy level will be replenished. To continue, press the 'Space Bar'.
2. WEAPONS AND FUEL: This option allows you to select the amount of fuel and
the amount of ammunition for each of your weapons. This can be done up to the
maximum capacity (in weight) that can be held by your spacecraft. To activate a
category use the Lipstik Plus, (if available) or press the Space Bar. Use the
(+) or (-) keys to add or subtract the amount of ammunition or fuel. To exit,
press '/'.
3. DEFAULT WEAPONS/FUEL: This option automatically selects the normal loading
of ammunition and fuel. You may then make adjustments if you wish. To exit
press '/'.
NOTE: YOU MUST BE DOCKED TO ENGAGE OPTIONS 2 AND 3 OF THE DOCKING SELECTION.
GAME OPTIONS
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COMBAT: There are two choices you can make under this category.
- Enemy Strength - This allows you to vary the enemy strength between six
different levels, including no enemies.
- Structure Display - This option allows you to either leave the structures or
buildings on screen during combat or to not display them during combat. The
advantage to turning the display off during combat is that the rate at which
the screen updates will increase. This will speed up the action. However, some
find turning the structure display off to be disorienting.
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| DATA LINK |
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LOAD/SAVE/RESTART: ( Disk Only) This option allows you to SAVE a game in
progress, LOAD a previously saved game and resume play, FORMAT a disk, or
RESTART a game without re-booting. Please follow the instructious outlined in
the screen carefully. In order to SAVE a game, you must have your own disk. You
CANNOT save to the ECHELON game disk. If your disk has NOT been used before,
you will have to FORMAT it.
SOUND ADJUSTMENT: You may adjust the sound filter settings of the game to
provide the optimum sound for your computer. Please follow the instructions
outlined on the screen.
PIRATE MAPS
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This allows you to view the pieces displayed on the Pirate Maps. The maps start
with no information but gradually fill in each time objects are teleported.
There are six different maps and each is used to help locate the Pirate Base.
For more information on the maps, see the section on the six maps.
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| DOCKING |
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DOCKING
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1. The main base is located in Area B-3, Sector G-7. Fly to this location at an
altitude of 10,000 metres.
2. To get to the docking area you must fly in through one of the four entry
bays.
3. Line your spacecraft (at alt 10,000 m) directly in front of one of the bay
entry doors and slowly begin to approach the opening.
4. As your spacecraft begins to enter the bay, your speed will automatically be
reduced.
5. Keep your spacecraft in the centre of the entry bay. If you hit the sides of
the entry bay, you'll hear a thud. You cannot fly through the walls of the
space station.
6. Keep an eye on your X and Z coordinates. When your coordinates are
approximately X = 5000, Z = 5000 at altitude 10,000 metres, you have reached
the docking bay.
7. Rotate your spacecraft to a heading of 00 and the docking system will be
automatically engage.
NOTE: PITCH MUST ALSO BE ZERO.
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| HISTORY |
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ISIS - THE 10TH PLANET
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HISTORY OF ISIS
Scientists had long suspected the existence of a 10th Planet. In 1821, 40 years
after the discovery of the seventh planet, Uranus, French Astronomer Alexis
Bouvard noticed that Uranus' observed position did not agree with its
calculated orbit. Uranus was being pulled slightly off course by the
gravitational attraction of an outer planet. This led to search and discovery
of Neptune, the eighth planet. But the mass of Neptune did not account for the
distortion in Uranus' orbit so a search began for a ninth planet. When Pluto
was discovered in 1930, its mass was much too small to fully account for
Uranus' wobble, so an earnest search for a tenth planet had been continuing at
the U.S. Naval Observatory (USNO) since the early 1980's
In 1996 a research team from UNSO announced the discovery of Isis, the 10th
Planet in our solar system. The planet's mass, approximately five times that of
Earth's, was of sufficient size to affect the gravitational field of Uranus.
Isis has a thin atmosphere made up primarily of Oxygen, Carbon Dioxide,
Nitrogen and Argon. Its orbit is elliptical and it takes over 340 earth years
to orbit the sun.
The biggest surprise however, was yet to come. In 2011, the first unmanned
landing probe reached Isis. The photographs and data sent back finally verified
that Earth was not the only Planet where life has existed. Signs of an ancient
civilisation were observed on the surface of the planet, but life was no longer
present. Evidence indicated a great cataclysm had taken place and large areas
of the planet showed evidence of incredible devastation.
Upon analysis of the information, general consensus among scientists was that
since conditions were too harsh and too cold for life to have evolved on the
planet at its current position in our solar system, Isis must have been part of
another star system in the Universe. The star exploded or died and the planets
were released from the star's gravitational pull and wandered to different
parts of the Universe. Isis travelled through space until it was caught by the
gravitational pull of our sun, thus becoming the 10th planet.
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| HISTORY |
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STATISTICS OF ISIS
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Mean distance from Sun 6.5 billion km
Period of orbit 341 Earth years
Period of rotation 47 Earth Hours
Diameter 28,940 Km
Mass relative to the Earth 5.3
Surface gravity relative to Earth 1.25
HISTORICAL TIME LINE
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1996 - Discovery of 10th Planet. Planet is named Isis.
2011 - First unmanned landing probe reaches Planet - Discovers Ancient
Civilisation once flourished on Isis when it was part of another Solar System.
2012 - United Nations organises the International Space Federation (ISF).
2015 - First manned spacecraft sent to Isis.
2017 - Scientific team arrives on Planet. Discovery of Dylidium, a new element.
2020 to 2030 - Five more scientific expeditions are made to Isis.
2031 - Development of Laser Fusion Drive, cuts travel time to planet to 1.2
years.
2035 - First Martian Colonies developed and settled.
2037 - Miners arrive to collect Dylidium and other precious metals on Isis.
2041 - Alphan War Period Begins when an ISF spacecraft accidentally destroys an
alien vessel - Skirmishes between Alphan spacecraft and ISF spacecraft
continue.
2043 - The major battle of the Alphan War takes place over what is now Zone
106, Area A-2, Five ISF spacecraft destroyed; 3 Alphan spacecraft destroyed.
2045 - Contact finally made with Alphan officials and a non aggression pact is
reached. However, isolated random attacks still occur.
2054 - McAdams Penitentiary established on Isis. Prisoners of this facility are
used to mine Dylidium.
2056 to 2081 - Exploration and mining continues - Many new colonies established
between Earth and Isis.
2082 - Prison riots occur at McAdams Penitentiary, 350 prisoners escape. Over
200 prisoners and guards are killed. ISF closes the Penitentiary.
2083 - Pirates begin raiding ISF Facilities. Many pirates are believed to be
escapees from the prison. Others are colonists who have grown disenchanted with
ISF controls and regulations and want to set up their own system of commerce.
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2093 - Raid on Isis outposts continue. Pirates begin to control and dominate
the area. Pirates have developed sophisticated disruption equipment which
allows them to block communication between ISF spacecraft and their bases. In
addition, Pirate spacecraft are equipped with stealth capabilities and are
undetectable on long range scanners. This allows them to strike quickly before
being spotted on radar and disappear witbout being tracked. Pirate spacecraft
are only visible on short range scanners. The Pirates are not strong enough for
a full attack on the ISF, but their guerrilla tactics have become increasingly
more effective.
2094 - Establishment of ECHELON headquarters on Isis. Patrol Zones are set up
to cover selected areas of the planet. Eight of the more strategic Patrol Zones
bave stationary orbit Base Stations for refuelling, maintenance, supplies and
sleeping quarters. These Base Stations are fully automated and have a level 3
perimeter defence system. Only top military personnel are assigned to ECHELON.
Its presence on Isis will hopefully help the ISF regain control of this area of
space from the Pirates.
2095 - Major Thomas Allen attempts to infiltrate the pirate organisation. He is
not heard from again.
2096 - The completion of a new combat and exploration vehicle, C-104 Tomahawk.
The C-104 spacecraft has the latest in advanced weaponry and scientific
equipment. A limited number of new spacecraft being delivered to Echelon will
be flown by only the best ISF Pilots.
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BRIEFING: Space pirates have been a problem to the ISF since their appearance
over a decade ago. Their past raids had mainly been restricted to isolated
spacecraft and outposts. Then three years ago, major technological improvements
in their equipment and weaponry occurred. Since then, their raids have become
more daring. Equipped with electronic disruption equipment and stealth
capabilities, they have caused an increasing amount of damage to ISF
facilities.
The ISF established Echelon two years ago to regain firm control inside the
area. Progress however, has been marginal. Major Thomas Allen was given the
task of infiltrating the pirate organisation over 16 months ago, but his status
at this point is unknown. Pirates continue to use the element of surprise and
have enjoyed an increasing amount of success against ISF facilities throughout
the area.
OBJECTIVE: Your assignment is to locate the Space Pirates' Main Base of
operation. According to Intelligence reports, it is somewhere inside your
Patrol Zone. Your investigation requires you to retrieve artefacts and
information throughout the zone to find the answer. Any pirate spacecraft
spotted inside your assigned area should be neutralised. Good Luck, Commander!
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THE PIRATE CODE
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The Pirate Base is somewhere inside your Patrol Zone. Finding the base will
take a great deal of 'detective work'.
Through intelligence reports, we know that the Space Pirates have developed a
secret code to encrypt all messages and transmissions. Your teleporter's
material analyser is programmed to decipher as much of this code as possible.
Many of the objects and artefacts that you teleport aboard will contain
writings and inscriptions. Some of these are clues and many are written in
Pirate Code. Breaking (deciphering) the code is essential to the solution of
the game.
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We also know that the Pirates have developed a sophisticated cloaking system
which constantly keeps their base invisible and undetectable by our scanners.
Latest reports indicate that there is a special sequence of 6 steps that can be
performed to de-activate the cloaking devices. Apparently the designers set up
this sequence to serve as an emergency override in the event of a major
malfunction in the system. THESE STEPS MUST BE PERFORMED IN THE PROPER
SEQUENCE. If any of the steps are executed out of order, the person must start
again at STEP 1.
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EACH OF THE SIX STEPS IS REPRESENTED BY A MAP. The maps are in your Data Link
system. The maps have no information to begin with, but portions of a map will
fill in each time an object is teleported aboard.
Each map has a graphic and a text section. Every time an object is teleported,
a new piece of graphic and a new piece of text will be revealed. (If you cash
in the object for credit.)
THE MAPS ARE IDENTIFIED BY COLOUR. When an object is teleported, the computer
will give its description, the number of credits available, and THE COLOUR OF
ITS ASSOCIATED MAP.
--- MAP COLOUR
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| / |
| DESCRIPTION: / |
| | |
| SPACE DEBRIS | |
| v |
| CREDITS: 10 WHITE |
| |
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If you cash the object in for credit, the map will be shown and the graphic and
text pieces will appear. (NOTE: BE SURE TO SAVE THE GAME PERIODICALLY. THIS
MUST BE DONE TO PRESERVE MAP PIECES BETWEEN PLAYING SESSIONS.) (Disk Only)
When all the objects in the Patrol Zone have been teleported, all 6 maps will
be filled in. The text with each map gives instructions on how to complete one
of the 6 steps. The text, however, is in Pirate Code and must be deciphered.
COMPLETING YOUR MISSION
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To solve the mystery and complete your mission, do the following:
1. FILL IN THE MAPS by teleporting objects aboard your spacecraft.
2. WRITE DOWN CLUES in the IMPORTANT CLUES SECTIONS of this manual. Each map
has its own IMPORTANT CLUES page for listing clues that were discovered with
that particular map. Most important clues will be written in Pirate Code and
will have to be decoded. For example, you may bring in an object that says...
This is the clue -- -- This is the map
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| | | |
| DESCRIPTION: | | |
| | | |
| SPACE DEBRIS v | |
| MARKINGS: a csss v |
| CREDITS: 20 BLUE |
| |
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You should write the clue on the IMPORTANT CLUES list for the BLUE map.
Keeping the clues separated in this way may provide an answer to the mystery
before all map pieces are revealed.
3. BREAK THE PIRATE CODE and interpret the instructions for each of the 6
steps. Scattered throughout the Zone are clues to the meanings of the Pirate
Code. These clues are on teleported objects as well as written on walls or
buildings. Each time you decipher a letter or number, write it down on the
PIRATE CIPHERS page at the back of this manual.
4. DETERMINE THE CORRECT ORDER OF THE STEPS. Once you finish all 6 maps and
break the code, you will be able to read the instructions on how to complete
each of the 6 steps. All steps involve flying to a specific point and
performing specific manoeuvres with your spacecraft. If you successfully follow
the instruction for that step, a sign will be given. Thus you will receive 6
signs for successfully completing 6 steps. There is a problem; however, YOU
MUST COMPLETE THE 6 STEPS IN A SPECIFIC ORDER TO DEACTIVATE THE CLOAKING SYSTEM
AND WIN THE GAME.
HINT: Look for clues of the form: "Something PRECEDES something". These are
very important and should always be written down.
HINT: Each MAP graphic is important. It represents something within the zone
and is related to a 'PRECEDES' clue.
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5. COMPLETE THE 6 STEPS IN THE PROPER ORDER.As each step is completed, the sign
for that step will be given, but there will be no indication given as to
whether or not you are still on the correct sequence. You will have to wait
until all 6 steps are complete to find out. If you find the proper order,
you'll know it. If not, try again. USE THE PRECEDES CLUES. Without them you may
have a rough time. There are 720 different combinations.
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GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR PATROL ZONE
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Information presented here is not to be misinterpreted as covering all items
within the area. These represent only a few highiights from each of the
explored areas.
A-1: Ancient bridge spans a frozen river bed in Sector H-7. Elements of bridge
date back 3,000 years.
A-2: Major battle of the Alphan War took place over this area. Several
destroyed spacecraft of Alphan and ISF configuration can still be found on the
surface throughout the area. The Echelon target range is located in Sectors H-4
through H-10. Only ISF personnel with Level 1 security clearance are authorised
within these sectors.
A-3: The Echelon Training Simulator Floating Tunnel in Sector F-7 through F-10.
Only ISF personnel with Level 1 security clearance are authorised within these
sectors.
A-4: Remains of an ancient Isis city can be found in Section C-9.
A-5: The research station located in Sector I-7 was set up by Dr. Adrian Van
Kempe, his daughter Sonja and his research assistant. Van Kempe was generally
considered to be top of his field in the Science of Astro Physics. In April
2092 he sent a message to his old University informing them that his experiment
with Lithicite Crystal was a failure and that he was closing down his research
facility to accept a position with a private corporation.
Van Kempe, his daughter and research assistant have not been heard from since.
It is assumed their spacecraft was lost on its return back to Earth.
A-6: Mining and drilling operations were set up in Sectors D-10, E-11 and H-12
after rich deposits of Dylidium were located in this area in 2082.
B-1: Probes sent to this area have been unable to verify a report that an
ancient civilisation lies somewhere in the area. Ships on patrol are requested
to report this find if any evidence is found.
B-2: Echelon Target Range located in Sectors F-8, G-8, H-8, I-10, J-11. Only
authorised ISF personnel with Level 1 security clearance are allowed within
these sectors.
B-3: The Echelon Obstacle Course is located in B-12. Only ISF personnel with
Level 1 clearance are authorised within this sector. A landing strip is in
Sector J-10. Try your luck landing here.
B-4: The Echelon Ground Obstacle Course is located in Sectors F-4 through F-7.
Only ISF personnel with Level 1 clearance are authorised within these sectors.
B-5: No information available. Area has several structures photographed by
satellite, but large tracts of the area are unexplored.
B-6: Gigantic Rock Figures in Sector L-11 display detailed work of great
craftsmanship. Many scientists have suggested that these figures had religious
significance to the early inhabitants of the planet.
C-1: Large Ancient Dam is located on a frozen river bed in Sector F-10.
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C-2: During an exploration of this area, an extraordinary and startling image
was found. A huge star figure, covering an area of several sectors, was
discovered. A concentrated study has been made of this figure and comparisons
have been made between the star figure and similar figures found on Earth in
South America. So far, the purpose and origins of this star have not yet been
established.
C-3: Ancient bridge spans a frozen river in Sector M-9.
C-4: In Sector M-12 is an early refuel and supply area known as The Crossroads.
The Crossroads was an early outpost used extensively in the early to mid 21st
Century for scientific expeditions. More modern facilities at other sites were
later constructed and the Crossroads was abandoned. The Echelon Training Course
(touch and go) is located in Sectors H-6 through H-10. Only ISF personnel with
Level 1 security clearance are authorized within these sectors.
C-5:One of the most severe blows to the ISF occurred in Sector C-5.After 16
months travel from Earth, Largo, the largest of the ISF superfreighters, was
nearing Echelon. The Pirate raids had been taking their toll on Echelon reserve
supplies and many items aboard the Largo were in short supply at the base. The
freighter was under military escort and at last report, indicated at current
speed, they would reach Echelon within the next week. That was the last message
received from the Largo.
At Echelon Headquarters, the position of the superfreighter was being routinely
scanned. Suddenly the large ship stopped and vanished from the monitor screen.
Six LC-24s were scrambled to the last known heading. When they arrived, all
that was found were the remains of several escort fighters but the freighter
itself was gone. A thorough search was undertaken, but the huge freighter was
never found. The loss of supplies nearly spelled disaster for the base.
Supplies of food and medical equipment nearly ran out before an emergency
shipment could be received from surrounding colonies. It is assumed that
pirates attacked the Largo. By employing communication disrupters and stealth
equipment, the distress message was blocked. The mystery of what happened to
the freighter after the attack, however, remains to be solved.
C-6: Area C-6 was opened up in 2039 to independent mining operations. Isolated
settlements can be found throughout the area. Most are abandoned now because of
Pirate attacks in the area.
D-1: Independent Mining Facilities are located throughout this area.
D-2: No information available. Area has several large structures photographed
by satellite. Large tracts remain unexplored.
D-3: Remains of Ancient Isis City can be found in Sector H-3. City has several
large buildings that are still intact.
D-4: No information available. Area has many large structures which have been
photographed by satellite but large tracts remain unexplored.
D-5: The Refinery located in B-7 was built in 2042 to process Dyildium and
Titanium into a high strength alloy. The facility was built to furnish
replacement parts for spacecraft during the Alphan War.
D-6: The McAdams Penitentiary located in Sector I-10 was built in 2054 for
prisoners who were considered too dangerous to be housed in other facilities.
The inmates were required to work in the Dylidium mines. When Lithicite, a very
unique crystal, was discovered at the
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mine, many prisoners were killed in a strange accident. Apparently the laser
used to mine Dylidium can excite the crystal and under the right conditions
cause an explosion. This led to the riots of 2082 where 350 inmates escaped in
a prison freighter. Most of the prison itself was destroyed in the revolt and
remaining inmates were transferred to other facilities. The prison was
officially closed in March 2082.
E-1: The Abandoned Landing Strip in Sector C-7 was established in 2021 as the
original ISF base of operations. The landing strip was attacked during the
early phase of the Alphan War and personnel were evacuated to a more defensible
position.
E-2: The Research Radio Telescope in Sector C-9 was built in 2037. Information
and data at this site are analysed by astronomers at Echelon.
E-5: No information available. Area has several large structures photographed
by satellite but large tracts remain unexplored.
E-6: The Mining Facility located in Sector C-7 was set up in 2039 when large
deposits of the element Dylidium were discovered. Dylidium, when combined with
Titanium, makes an extremely strong alloy and is used primarily in the
construction of the outer hulls of spacecraft.
The mining operation began using prisoners from the McAdams Penitentary in
2054. In 2079, Lithicite crystal was discovered at the site. This crystal is
extremely dangerous and can explode if not handled correctly.
Efforts to mine the Lithicite crystal were unsuccessful and over 30 prisoners
were killed in mining accidents. The mine was shut down in 2083 when more
plentiful Dylidium deposits were discovered at other locations. This location,
though deserted, is considered dangerous and only military and mining officials
with Level 3 security clearance may visit the site.
F-1: Remains of an ancient Isis city can be found in Sector F-6.
F-2:Sector L-6 features a large object that has been nicknamed the Great Horn.
The 'Horn' was constructed by some alien civilisation over 20 million years
ago. The material is a metal that is not found anywhere in our solar system as
far as we know. It is so hard that it is virtually indestructible.
F-3: The Space Platform in K-11 is owned by a private mining corporation.
Remains of an ancient Isis town in Sector I-6 has been dated over 4,000 years
old.
F-4: No information available. Area is unexplored.
F-5: Ancient remains of a small town is located in Sector E-7.
F-6: No information available. Area is unexplored.
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The following is a list of common problems that may arise and suggestions for
solving them. If you are having problems playing the game or controlling your
aircraft, PLEASE RE-READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY.
PROBLEM: The program fails to load or 'locks up' during play.
SOLUTION: A. Try removing the program disk, turning off the computer and disk
drive and trying again.
B. Try using the Normal Load rather than the Fast Load option.
C. Try disconnecting printer interfaces, modems, cartridges or other
peripheral equipment.
D. Run the CHECK programs as follows:
Step 1: Insert the Front side of the game disk.
Step 2: Type: LOAD"FRONT CHECK",8 and hit «RETURN»
Then type: RUN «RETURN»
Step 3: Follow the instructions on the screen and the CHECK program
will check every file on the front side of the disk.
Step 4: The program should display "DISK OKAY" at the end of the
checking process. If it does not, refer to step 7 below.
Step 5: Now Type: LOAD "BACK CHECK",8 «RETURN»
Then type: RUN «RETURN»
Step 6: Follow the instructions and TURN THE DISK OVER. The program
will now check the back side of the disk.
Step 7: If "DISK OKAY" was displayed after both front and back
checks, then your computer is correctly reading the data from
the disk. If "DISK OKAY" was not displayed 2 times, then your
disk MAY BE DEFECTIVE.
PROBLEM: Joystick doesn't work.
SOLUTION: Make sure the joystick is plugged into the front port (port #1) and
the Lipstik is plugged into the rear port (port #2) (if used).
PROBLEM: Weapons won't fire.
CAUSES: A. Weapons aren't armed.
B. C-104 control isn't selected.
C. C-104 front view isn't selected.
PROBLEM: Weapons firing continuously.*
CAUSE: A. Blowing directly into the Lipstik may deform the diaphragm. Turn
the mouthpiece sideways and blow across it, not into it.
B. The Lipstik may be damaged. See the REPLACEMENT PARTS Section.
PROBLEM: Hyperdrive won't engage.
CAUSE: A. ZONE MAP IS NOT ON SCREEN. (Zone Map key must be pressed first.)
(*Applicable to Lipstik users only).
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PROBLEM: Objects won't teleport.
CAUSE: A. Velocities are not Zero.
B. Altitude (alt) is not 50 metres or less.
C. C-104 controls are not selected.
D. C-104 down view is not selected.
E. Flashing object is not in view on main screen.
PROBLEM: Docking system won't engage.
CAUSE: A. C-104 is not in Base Station.
B. C-104 controls not selected.
C. ALTITUDE (alt) not between 10,000 and 10,020 metres.
D. X and Z coordinates not close enough to 5000, 5000.
E. Heading or pitch not equal to Zero.
F. Velocity not equal to Zero.
PROBLEM: Keep hitting the ground.
CAUSE: Your pitch keeps getting off of Zero. This is normally caused by
inadvertently pushing forward on the stick while turning. TRY USING
THE AUTO PITCH CENTRING FUNCTION. (Press «RETURN»).
PROBLEM: Can't keep nose of ship pitched up or down.
CAUSE: Auto Pitch Centring is on. Turn it off by pressing «RETURN».
PROBLEM: Bank won't return to centre.
CAUSE: Auto Bank Centring has been turned off. Turn it on by pressing 'A'.
PROBLEM: No enemies attack.
CAUSE: A. Fly to a more remote location. (Very few structures).
B. Enter the DATA LINK and select an enemy strength other than NO
ENEMIES.
C. Terminate the DATA LINK.
D. Wait for enemy ships to attack (no more than 1 min.)
PROBLEM: Enemies won't stop attacking.
SOLUTION: A. Enter the DATA LINK and select Enemy Strength equal 1 (NO
ENEMIES).
B. Terminate the DATA LINK.
C. The enemies currently attacking will be the last ones until you
request more.
PROBLEM: Can't hit the enemy spacecraft.
CAUSE: A. Targets are out of range. Maximum range is 6300 metres for the
MISSILES. That's a little over half way across the sector. The
PHOTON CANNONS and HDAPPS have a range of 4600 metres and 1800
metres, respectively.
B. Enemy is evading your fire. Ships flying away are much harder to
hit but are worth more points.
C. You're a poor shot.
PROBLEM: Main engines keep stopping.
CAUSE: You are holding the button down without moving the stick for more
than ½ second. Review the JOYSTICK CONTROLS SECTION.
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PROBLEM: Can't deploy RPV.
CAUSE: A. Velocity is not Zero.
B. Altitude is not Zero.
C. RPV was destroyed (Return to Base and Dock.)
PROBLEM: Can't retrive RPV.
CAUSE: A. C-104 controls are not selected.
B. C-104 view is not selected.
C. Velocity is not zero.
D. RPV is not deployed.
E. RPV has been destroyed.
PROBLEM: Engines change speed but main screen doesn't change or move.
CAUSE: A. C-104 control is selected, but RPV view is selected.
B. RPV control is selected, but C-104 view is selected.
PROBLEM: RPV tracking can't keep C-104 on screen.
CAUSE: Main screen is zoomed in too far.
PROBLEM: RPV won't track C-104.
CAUSE: A. Tracking is not engaged.
B. RPV control is selected. (Tracking requires that the C-104 have
control.)
PROBLEM: Main screen movement is very jerky. Weapons seem to curve strangely.
CAUSE: Main screen is zoomed in.
PROBLEM: Zone map doesn't keep track of your progress and Pirate Maps do not
reflect pieces you've found from one playing session to another (Disk
Only).
A. You are not saving your game before you turn off your computer or
die (game over).
B. You are not reloading your saved game as you begin play. See the
DATA LINK SECTION of this manual.
PROBLEM: Can't figure out how to continue when a Pirate Map is displayed.
SOLUTION: Press SPACE BAR or "/".
PROBLEM: Can't get out of the weapons and fuel loading sequence while docked.
SOLUTION: Press "/".
PROBLEM: Can't save or load a game. ( Disk Only)
CAUSE: A. Trying to save to the game disk. This disk is write protected.
You must use your own PLAYER DISK.
B. Player disk is not FORMATTED. See DATA LINK SECTION under
LOAD/SAVE/RESTART.
PROBLEM: Enemies won't appear even though they have been set up in the DATA
LINK.
CAUSE: You are in an area with a lot of structures or objects. Pirates
attack more often in more remote sectors.
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| ACCESSORIES |
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REPLACEMENT PARTS
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REPLACEMENT PART COST
Operations Manual £3.00
Keyboard Overlay £0.50
Patrol Zone Map £0.50
Lipstik Plus £9.99
ACCESSORY ITEMS
Complete Patrol Zone Map £1.00
(all areas detailed)
COST INCLUDES
P&P
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