XACT 4.0
SCIENTIFIC & BUSINESS GRAPHING PROGRAM FOR OS/2
Demo version (German)


What is Xact ?

Using Xact you may create and edit sophisticated vector graphs as well as upload almost any range of numerical data, perform complex processing tasks and generate virtually unlimited graphical displays from your tables. Xact provides special graph types and analytical functions for both scientists and engineers, and using the built-in REXX functions (not contained in this demo version) you are able to automate the generation of graphs from your data. Xact also features a large number of impressive business-related graph types which can be greatly enhanced by the incorporation of objects into both bar and line graphs.

While Xact allows for preparing highly complex graphs you will notice its intuitive interface and ease of use. Its current list of features has been established over the last six years in close collaboration with our customers. Thus Xact offers a large panel of basic graph types, which can readily be configured using a whole array of options to fit virtually any need.

During product development, SciLab GmbH focusses on usability which to us means ease of use, a rich feature set, numerical accuracy and - last not least - program stability.

We invite you to decide on your own by installing and running this demo version of Xact. Please read the instructions and note that some functions had to be disabled for this demo. It may prove useful to review the sample graphs which will also be copied onto your disk (directory \XACT\GRAFIKEN). We are providing an extensive (German) on-line help which will guide you through any problem you might come accross.

For those having difficulties with the German language, we again strongly suggest to carefully check the graphic samples: Most importantly, the file KONTEXT.XGF will demonstrate many of the context menus available and may provide some sort of visual explanation. Object diagrams - one of the highlights of Xact 4.0 - are featured in the file STACK.XGF. To change it to a line graph, open DIAGRAMM, then LINIEN/BˇNDER, and select the defaults. In the resulting graph, klick with the RMB on one of the lines, select MARKER and set its size somewhat larger. See what happens! To change the objects, open OBJEKT, then SYMBOLE and klick on any selection. A symbol folder will open. You may drag now any of these graphs onto a symbol (using the LBM with accurate positioning of the cursor) of your line graph. To embellish any of your graphs, just drag a symbol out of the symbol folder onto an Xact graphic page. Please note, that due to the restrictions of the demo, you may not add further symbols to your symbol folders.



Did we tell you ?

Did we tell you that Xact is not only available for OS/2 but also for Windows, DOS and even on the Atari? Currently we are working on the PowerPC version. And of course, you can expect a full-featured English version in the very near future.

We hope you will enjoy this demo version of Xact. If you have questions, please do not hesitate to call or email us.



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Purchasing information
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Xact 4.0 for OS/2 is available as follows
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Xact Business 4.0:                199,- DM
Xact Business Programers Toolkit:  99,- DM
Xact 4.0 Full Version:            798,- DM (incl. Toolkit)
Xact 4.0 Students Edition:        399,- DM (without REXX-support)


(All prices are in German Marks and include value added tax [Mehrwertsteuer]; shipping & handling not included. Prices apply to Germany only and may vary in other countries. Customers in the United States should contact Indelible Blue Inc. for pricing information. Business edition will not contain specialized scientific functions as well as REXX support. Students Edition depending of proof of status.


Xact 4.0 is available at your favourite OS/2 dealer or directly from SciLab GmbH:

     SciLab GmbH
     Isestr. 57
     D-20149 Hamburg

     Tel: (49) +40 / 4603702
     Fax: (49) +40 / 479344
     Internet:    arndb@ibm.net
     CompuServe:  100125,57


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Installation:
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Since you are reading this README you have already unzipped the archive XACT40GR.ZIP. It should contain the following archives:

     12.10.95  12.00   990761 Byte    XACTDSK1.DSK  Install Disk 1
     12.10.95  12.00   888361 Byte    XACTDSK2.DSK  Install Disk 2

Please use LOADDSKF supplied with OS/2 to generate the two install diskettes for Xact and run the INSTALL program supplied on Disk1.

Please note that in this demo version, the following functions have been disabled:

     Save and Print
     Export of graphs and tables
     Export of Data via Clipboard (importing data is possible)



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Addendum:

This document has been freely translated from the German LIESMICH.TXT to provide some guidance to the English-speaking community. The archive has been set up and downloaded with explicit permission of SciLab GmbH.

Martin R. Hadam
Hadam @ VM.MHRZ.MH-Hannover.de

