Avatar Meetup

Documentation
Second Life / Facebook Application
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Table of Contents
1. TERMS OF SERVICE......................................................................................3
2. PRIVACY POLICY..........................................................................................4
3. Introduction................................................................................................5
3.1. Why use Second Life...............................................................................5
3.2. How do I connect to Second Life?............................................................5
3.3. What is Avatar Meetup?..........................................................................5
3.4. Fund Raising..........................................................................................6
4. Linking your Avatar.....................................................................................6
4.1.1. Create an Avatar for Second Life........................................................6
4.1.2. Log into Second Life..........................................................................6
4.1.3. Purchase the Avatar Meetup HUD......................................................6
4.1.4. Once Purchased, Wear it!..................................................................7
4.1.5. Now Link your avatar!.......................................................................7
4.2. Features................................................................................................7
4.2.1. Facebook Friend Directory.................................................................7
4.2.2. Profile Links......................................................................................7
4.2.3. Make new Friend...............................................................................7
4.2.4. Invite New Friends View....................................................................7
4.2.5. Second Life HUD...............................................................................7
4.3. Benefits.................................................................................................7
4.3.1. Enhance your Social Network in Second Life.......................................7
4.3.2. Make new friends using Avatar Meetup..............................................7
4.3.3. Facebook Friend / Second Life Directory.............................................7
4.3.4. Add trust to your Avatars real identity...............................................7
5. Avatar Meetup User Interface.......................................................................8
5.1. Avatar Meetup Profile Area.....................................................................9
5.1.1. Facebook Profile Box.........................................................................9
5.1.2. Second Life Profile Box......................................................................9
6. Inviting Friends.........................................................................................10
7. Friends with App (1nd Tab - Friend Directory) ...........................................11

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8. Making New Friends (2nd Tab)...................................................................12

9. Making a Donation! ..................................................................................12
Making a Donation! To make a donation to SSA, users can click on the “Make a
Donation Banner” This will open up a new Internet Browser window and
load the SSA Donations page where users can send a Donation to help
fight Schizophrenia! Thanks!

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1. TERMS OF SERVICE
This software was created my B3DMultitech Ltd. In this document, and on
HTTP://AVATARMEETUP.COM, B3D Multitech, and its associates shall be referred to
as "The Company". This Virtual World software, associated Web Site, Second Life
Items, and Facebook App, and any other Item in a Virtual World grid which has
elements which are a part of this software package, shall be referred to as "The
Software", or "Software." USE BY YOU OF THE SOFTWARE IS AT YOUR OWN RISK.
THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED FOR USE "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND.
The Company does not warrant that the functions contained in the Software or that
it might meet your requirements. And although we regularly check for security
holes in our software, we do NOT WARRANT that the operation of the Software will
be uninterrupted or error-free or free from malicious code. ("malicious code"
means any program code designed to infect or contaminate other computer
programs, computer data, modify, destroy, record, or transmit data, consume
computer resources, or in some other fashion take over the normal operation of
the computer, computer system, or computer network, including viruses, Trojan
horses, droppers, worms, logic bombs, and the like) No other entity or person is
authorized to expand or alter this warranty or any other provisions herein. You
assume full responsibility for the selection of the Software to achieve your intended
results, and for the use and results obtained from the Software. In order to serve
our customers better, our software will automatically grab your profile picture from
Your Second Life's public profile page for display within our app. By accepting this
Terms of Service, you grant The Company access to, and use of, your profile
picture. The Company reserves the right to cancel your account without notice, or
explanation at any time. The Company also reserves the right to remove your
account from our servers without warning, if we deem it to be necessary for the
function of our software or if the user violates our terms of service. This software is
NON REFUNDABLE. You also agree not to resell this service, or software without the
prior consent of The Company. You also agree not to upload any content that is
against any countries legal laws on our software, or using our software. You also
agree not to harass any members using our software. You also assume the entire
risk as it applies to the quality and performance, and function of the Software. IN
NO EVENT WILL The Company's LIABILITY TO YOU OR ANY OTHER PERSON EVER
EXCEED $0.0001 Canadian Dollar, REGARDLESS OF THE FORM OF THE CLAIM.
COPYRIGHT 2010 B3DMULTITECH LTD
ICONS PROVIDED BY: http://www.visualpharm.com

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2. PRIVACY POLICY

What information do we collect?

We collect information from you when you register on our site or fill out a form. When
ordering or registering on our site, as appropriate, you may be asked to enter your
name or e-mail address. Google, as a third party vendor, uses cookies to serve ads on
our site.

Google's use of the DART cookie enables it to serve ads to users based on their visit to
this site and other sites on the Internet. Users may opt out of the use of the DART
cookie by visiting the Google ad and content network privacy policy..

What do we use your information for?

Any of the information we collect from you may be used in one of the following ways:
• To personalize your experience (your information helps us to better respond to your
individual needs)
• To improve our website(we continually strive to improve our website offerings based
on the information and feedback we receive from you)
• To improve customer service(your information helps us to more effectively respond to
your customer service requests and support needs)
• To process transactions:
• Your information, whether public or private, will not be sold, exchanged, transferred,
or given to any other company for any reason whatsoever, without your consent,
other than for the express purpose of delivering the purchased product or service
requested.
• To administer a contest, promotion, survey or other site feature

Do we use cookies?
Yes (Cookies are small files that a site or its service provider transfers to your
computers hard drive through your Web browser (if you allow) that enables the sites
or service providers systems to recognize your browser and capture and remember
certain information. We use cookies to understand and save your preferences for future
visits and compile aggregate data about site traffic and site interaction so that we can
offer better site experiences and tools in the future. We may contract with third-party
service providers to assist us in better understanding our site visitors. These service
providers are not permitted to use the information collected on our behalf except to
help us conduct and improve our business.

Do we disclose any information to outside parties?

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer to outside parties your personally
identifiable information. This does not include trusted third parties who assist us in
operating our website, conducting our business, or servicing you, so long as those
parties agree to keep this information confidential. We may also release your
information when we believe release is appropriate to comply with the law, enforce our
site policies, or protect ours or others rights, property, or safety. However, non-
personally identifiable visitor information may be provided to other parties for
marketing, advertising, or other uses.

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1. Introduction
Second Life, is an International Virtual World Community consisting of over 8
Million users, all collectively connecting with each other in a 3D ‘game-like’
environment. At any one time, there are 40,000-80,000 users logged in
simultaneously!

1.1.Why use Second Life

So why do people login to Second Life? Well, there are a number of reasons.
Firstly, connecting with people in 3D is very different than connecting with a person
using Skype, MSN, or any other Chat / video based method. In Second Life, the
entire 3D environment can be created and programmed by the users themselves.
This allows for complete customization of the surroundings, and amazing
possibilities for self-expression. Since users are represented as “Avatars” or 3D
Characters, body language and etiquette are brought into the equation when
communicating with other users. This in and of itself, adds an interesting
dimension to online collaboration. Lastly, SecondLife has a built in Currency
system which allows users to create 3D content and sell it within SecondLife’s
virtual economy to earn REAL dollars. As such, many entrepreneurs use Second
Life for real business.

1.2.How do I connect to Second Life?

To connect to this Virtual world, users need to download special programs called
“Viewers”. A viewer is much like an Internet Browsers, but instead of browsing a
2D webpage, a user logs in with an Avatar, and flies, or walks in a 3D Space! To
login to Second Life, a user first must go to the SecondLife.com webpage, and
create an account, along with an avatar. Once an account has been created, the
user can download Second Life’s browser, called Viewer 2.0, run it, and log in using
their Avatar’s name.

1.3. What is Avatar Meetup?

SecondLife, by nature, obscures a user’s real life identity. It does this by forcing the
user to select among a list of fictitious last names when creating a user Account.
For some, this can be a blessing, but for others, who are interested in socially
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their real name, or for educators and students, real life names are important.
Avatar Meetup therefore, steps up to the plate, and brings a real life dimension to
Second Life. Using Avatar Meetup, users can link their Avatars’ Identity, to their
Real Life Facebook Identity. Once installed, users can use Avatar Meetup to reveal
their Second Life Avatar names to their Facebook Friends who also have the Avatar
Meetup App.

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1.4.Fund Raising

The Avatar Meetup application was built as a fund raising application for the
Schizophrenia Society of Alberta (SSA), Canada. SSA was interested in “thinking
outside the box” and connecting with a larger international community of users
interested in the fight against schizophrenia. The Avatar Meetup App was then
conceived to be a tool to benefit users socially, while at the same time raise funds
for the fight against schizophrenia.

On the Avatar Meetup App, users will find a “Donate Now” button which will direct
users to the Tax Deductible donation page for SSA.

2. Linking your Avatar

Linking an avatar to a user’s Facebook Profile couldn’t be easier. It requires first
that the user has a Facebook account, and second, that they purchase the Avatar
Meetup HUD (Heads up Display) from the Second Life Market Place. Once
purchased, and avatar must wear the HUD to complete the Linking step. Once
worn, the HUD will produce a popup dialog message in Second Life, and direct the
user to the Facebook Login page. Once logged in, the user must confirm their
Avatar Name. Once confirmed, the users Avatar will be linked to their Facebook
Profile.

2.1.1. Create an Avatar for Second Life

In order to use the Avatar Meetup App, you will need to create an account on
http://SecondLife.com. Once you have created your account, and confirmed your email
with SecondLife.com, you must download the Second Life Viewer 2 Shared Media Beta
Version:

http://download.cloud.secondlife.com/beta-releases/Viewer-2-3-0/Second_Life_2-3-0-
213435_BetaViewer_Setup.exe

2.1.2. Log into Second Life

Once downloaded and installed, log into Second Life using your Second Life Avatar Name.
If it’s your first time in Second Life, you may find yourself on orientation island. It’s a good
idea to go spend some time and walk through their orientation so that you become familiar
with Second Life’s user interface. Once you have finished the orientation, you can press
control-F or (cmd-f on a mac) to search for different destinations. The Schizophrenia
society Head Quarters can be found here: http://bit.ly/SCHIZOPHRENIA

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2.1.3. Purchase the Avatar Meetup HUD

Now, you may purchase the Avatar Meetup HUD by either visiting the Schizophrenia
Society of Alberta’s Head Quarters in Second Life, or by visiting our Store on the Second
Life Marketplace here: TBD

2.1.4. Once Purchased, Wear it!

Your avatar will receive a delivery message in Second Life. Please accept the delivery, then
navigate to your inventory, by clicking on the suitcase icon in Second Life
and then selecting the “Recent” Tab. Right click the item, and choose “Attach to hud” ->
“Top Left”

2.1.5. Now Link your avatar!

Avatar Meetup will then begin loading. A popup window will appear in the bottom right
corner of the Second Life viewer which asks you to load a webpage. Select “Go to Page”.

If you are not currently logged into Facebook, you will need to login. Once you are logged
in, Avatar Meetup will display your Avatar’s name, and ask you to confirm your identity.
Click on the link that says “Yes I am ______”. Once you confirm, your avatar will be linked,
and you can return to Facebook. On your return, click on the reset button located on a
separate button attached to the HUD.

2.2.Features

2.2.1. Facebook Friend Directory

See a directory of your Facebook Friends who also have Avatar Meetup, and their
associated Second Life Avatar who has been linked to their account.

2.2.2. Profile Links

Click on a link of the users Facebook, or Second Life profile picture, and connect to the
corresponding Profile page on Facebook.com or SecondLife.com

2.2.3. Make new Friends

See a list of Facebook users who also have the Avatar Meetup App installed, so that you
can extend Facebook Friendship to them as well.

2.2.4. Invite New Friends

View your list of Facebook Friends who do not have Avatar Meetup installed.

2.2.5. Second Life HUD

Wear the HUD in Second Life for easy viewing of your Second Life / Facebook Directory of
friends.

2.3.Benefits

2.3.1. Enhance your Social Network in Second Life

2.3.2. Make new friends using Avatar Meetup

2.3.3. Facebook Friend / Second Life Directory

Easily discern your Facebook Friends Second Life identities.

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2.3.4. Add trust to your Avatars real identity

by linking it to your Facebook Account when conducting business with real people in
Second Life.

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3. Avatar Meetup User Interface

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Figure 1 The Avatar Meetup (Shared Media) App

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2.1.2 Second Life Profile Box

2.1.1 Facebook
Profile Box

Avatar Meetup Profile Area

In this area you will find two profile boxes. One is your Facebook Profile, and the
other is your Second Life Profile.
Figure 2 – Avatar Meetup Profile area
3.1.1. Facebook Profile Box
This box is linked to your Facebook Profile on Facebook, and will display your Facebook
Profile Picture along with your Real Life name.

3.1.2. Second Life Profile Box

The Second Life Profile Image is linked to your Second Life Profile on
http://SecondLife.com. You’ll also notice that there is an “Update Image” link on the
Second Life profile Box. When this is clicked, Avatar Meetup will grab the link to your
Second Life Profile image which is located on SecondLife.com and use it as your Avatar
Meetup Profile Image. To change your SecondLife profile information, please view this
video: http://bit.ly/drNbAG

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4. Inviting Friends

To invite Friends, click “invite” on the menu bar. A new browser tab or window will
then open, and if you are not logged into Facebook, you will be prompted to log in.
After you log in, you will see a generic invite friends Facebook screen. On the
invite screen, you can select the friends you wish to invite. Once you have selected
the friends, you can then press the blue “Send Avatar Meetup Invitation. Your
friends will then receive an application invite. Alternatively, you can send them
this link via email “http://avatarmeetup.com/avlink/”.
Invite Button

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5. Friends with App (1st Tab - Friend Directory)

Figure 4 - Friends With App

The “Friends with App” tab is a very useful feature of the Avatar Meetup
Application. This tab will list all of your Facebook Friends who currently
have the App, and their associated Second Life Avatar. We have used the
Facebook Dark Blue Facebook Color scheme to indicate which profile
pictures belong to Facebook users, and have used the Second Life Green
Color to indicate which profile pictures belong to a users’ Second Life
Send Avatar. Each Dark Blue Facebook Box will have the users’ real life name
Invitation printed in White, while each Second Life Profile Box will have the users
Button Avatar name printed in Black. Each profile picture is linked to the
corresponding users profile page on either SecondLife.com, or
Facebook.com.

If a user hasn’t uploaded an image for their Second Life profile

yet, a blank image will be displayed instead.
Figure 3 - Invite Friends

If a user has added the Avatar Meetup Facebook Application

but has not purchased an Avatar Meetup HUD from the

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Second Life Marketplace, or has not completed the linking step, a “Must Buy
Linker” icon will be displayed in place of an Avatar’s image.

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6. Making New Friends (3rd Tab)

Finally, using the third tab, users can view other Facebook users’ profile thumbnail
links who are also using the Avatar Meetup App. For privacy reasons, this tab does
not reveal these users’ Second Life identity. Rather, only a link to their Facebook
Profile picture is displayed. Users can use this tab to extend

Figure 5 - Making new friends

7. Making a Donation!

To make a donation to SSA, users can click on the “Make a Donation Banner” This
will open up a new Internet Browser window and load the SSA Donations page
where users can send a Donation to help fight Schizophrenia! Thanks!

Figure 6 - Making a Donation

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