README for CONVERT Version 2.0 for Windows TM

CONTENTS OUTLINE

	INTRODUCTION
	SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
		SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS
		MEMORY REQUIREMENTS
		OTHER REQUIREMENTS
	FILES INCLUDED
	INSTALLING CONVERT 3.0
	TROUBLESHOOTING CONVERT 3.0
	VERSION LOG
	THE SHAREWARE CONCEPT
	CUSTOMER SUPPORT
	REGISTRATION
	SHAREWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT
	TRADEMARK ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

******** INTRODUCTION ****************

CONVERT 3.0 for the Windows TM operating system is a program designed to
make your life a little easier.  Now, you no longer have to dig out that
book with all those formulas and spend time looking up that particular
conversion factor that applies to your particular application.  Most,
if not all, of your conversions can now be done in a fraction of the
time it takes to look them up in a book.

******** SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS *********

Microsoft Windows Version 3.1 or later running in 386 Enhanced Mode.
CONVERT 3.0 will run with version 3.0, but the WinHelp.EXE version 3.0
will not support the CVT.HLP file. Convert will not run if you are running
Windows in the Standard Mode. Windows is running in Standard Mode if it
was loaded using the /S switch.

No problems have been encountered with Convert 3.0 and Windows 95.

386SX/DX, 486SX/DX. Pentium.

At least 1 MByte available on hard drive.

SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS

If you have a previous version of Convert, it is NOT RECOMMENDED that you
retain these files. It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that you go to the directory
where the previous version of Convert resides and delete all the files
before installing Convert 3.0.

If you are a registered user of either version 1.0, 2.0 or 2.1 then you 
can register this version for only  price ($5.00 + $3.00 if you require a
disk).

If this copy of Convert 3.0 came on a disk then the Setup program will
install the THREED.VBX and MSMASKED.VBX in the same directory where Convert
will reside.

MEMORY REQUIREMENTS

At least 4 Meg of RAM. Program may generate an "Out of Memory" error. If
this happens, try to run CONVERT again. Windows should re-allocate the
available memory to run CONVERT. If not, see "Customer Support" in the
file CVT.HLP. Also, check your Windows - Control Panel - 386 Enhanced
setting for swap-file size. It is generally recommended to have a permanent
swap file in your system. See you Windows documentation for instructions
on how to change the Windows Swap File settings.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Although you can effectively run CONVERT without a Mouse, CONVERT was
written to optimally take full advantage if you have a Mouse. See the
help file for instructions.

Hercules Monochrome, CGA/EGA, VGA/SVGA.

NOTE: I have run Convert on a bare bones 286 with a Hercules Monochrome
	monitor, 2 Meg RAM, Windows version 3.0 with WINHELP.EXE Version 3.1
	with the following results:

	1. The program took a long time to load.

	2. The Windows graphics were cut off at the bottom.

	Otherwise, the program seemed to run OK. If you experience other
	problems, please let us know.

FILES INCLUDED:

CVT3.EXE       The main program
CVT.HLP        Help file for Convert
README.TXT     This File
THREED.VBX     Various controls
MSMASKED.VBX   Various controls
FILE_ID.DIZ    Info file for BBS's

Setup files:

_OSETUP.BMP
_OSETUP.INF
_OSETUP.EXE
_OSETUP.TXT
SETUP.EXE

No manual is included since the extensive Help file has all the
instructions necessary to run Convert.

This is a Shareware Product.  You are authorized to freely use it for a
period not to exceed 30 days.  You are then REQUIRED to register it.
See the Help file for registration procedures.

********** INSTALLING Convert 3.0 *************

If you received Convert 3.0 on a disk then:

Simply type A:SETUP or if your 3" drive your B drive then
simply type B:SETUP and follow the prompts.

If you downloaded Convert 3.0 from Compuserve or the Internet then:

Create a temporary directory.

Copy the cvt30.zip file into this directory and run the pkunzip program
to extract the Convert 3.0 files.

Run setup.exe and follow the prompts.

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* IMPORTANT NOTE: Information containing user info, registration info, and  *
* other program parameters are all contained in the file, "CONVERT.INI"     *
* located in your WINDOWS directory. It doesn't really hurt to delete this  *
* file as the Convert 3.0 program will regenerate it if it doesn't exist.   *
* You will, however, lose all registration info and will have to re-enter   *
* it. 								            *
*****************************************************************************

**************** VERSION LOG ******************

First Released in Fall 1993 as Version 1.0.

Version 2.0 Released January 1995:

   Added toolbar.
   Improved help.
   Removed Tables.
   Added 3D effects.
   Fixed assorted minor bugs.
   Steamlined code to make program run faster.
   Added nag screens.

Version 2.1 Released May 1995 (Maintenance release):

   Fixed bug in Velocity - Feet per Second to...
   Fixed bug in Dry Measure - Pints to...
   In Dry Measure, replaced Chaldrons with Cubic Feet. The reasoning for this
   is that the value Chaldrons is a value than can vary between 24 to 36 bushels.
   Extended timer of the nag screens to appear every 5 minutes instead of every
   40 seconds.
   Added Rounding Errors selection to Help Menu.
   Added System Resource information to the Registered version About Box. 
   Fixed other assorted minor bugs.

Version 3.0 Released January 1996:

   Major Upgrade.
   Added Kitchen Conversion.
   Added World Time Display.
   Added Color Code Calculator.
   Added Circle Calculator.
   Added Windows Edit functionality.
   Improved Printing.
   Added Printer Font Selection Dialog.
   Added Printer Setup Dialog.
   Added Smart Dialogs capability.
   Removed Run Setup selection from File Menu - no longer needed.
   Improved the look and feel of the various forms in the program.
   Streamlined the code a bit further.
   Added Centering of the Splash screen, Main Form & UnReg About Box.
   Fixed bug in Dry Measure - Cubic Feet not clearing and conversion was
   not correct for Cubic Feet
   Win Calculator now closes with the application
   Improved the Registered Version About Box
   Updated the Help file

Version 3.0a Released February 1996 (Maintenance release):

   Fixed bug in the World Time Display, now remembers the Time Zone
   Fixed bugs in Velocity Conversion
   Added max lengths to all text entry boxes

******** TROUBLESHOOTING CONVERT 3.0 **********

Problem 1: "Unable to find file" When loading Convert 3.0

Cause 1: You have deleted one or more of the files that are distributed with
Convert 3.0.

Solution: If you received the Convert 3.0 software on a disk then run the
SETUP.EXE program again. If you downloaded the software from Compuserve or
the Internet then, put the cvt30.zip file into a temporary directory, run
PKZIP to expand the files then run the SETUP.EXE program.

*****

Problem 2: "Out of Memory" When loading Convert 3.0

Cause 1: You might be running Windows in Standard Mode.

Solution: Exit Windows then re-start Windows WITHOUT the /S switch,
i.e., C:>WIN

Cause 2: You might have several applications running that take up too much of the
memory resources on your machine.

Solution: Close some of the other applications and try to run Convert 3.0.

Cause 3: There is not physically enough memory to run Convert 3.0.

Solution: You might try going into the Windows Control Panel, 386 Enhanced
and create a Permanent Swap File on your machine. See your Windows
documentation for instructions on how to do this.

*****

Problem 4: When loading Convert 3.0 you get the following message:

 "The file 'C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM\THREED.VBX' is out of date.
 This program requires a newer version"

Cause: There are numerous versions of the THREED.VBX file. Many Windows load
and use routines found in Danamic Link Libraries(DLL) and Visual Basic
Controls(VBX) and keep these routines in memory. These routines are unique in
that they can be shared by more than one program. If a program is running that
is using a different version of the THREED.VBX file than is resident in the
directory where the Convert program resides then there may be conflicts.

Solution 1: If you received this copy of Convert 3.0 on a disk, close all
Windows applications then run the SETUP program again. 

If you downloaded the software from Compuserve or the Internet then, put the
cvt30.zip file into a temporary directory and run PKZIP to expand the files
then run the SETUP.EXE program.

Solution 2: Check the file dates of the two THREED.VBX files. You should find this
file in your WINDOWS\SYSTEM directory. Replace the one in your WINDOWS\SYSTEM 
directory with the latest of the two files.

If you are having any other problems with Convert 3.0 then see CUSTOMER
SUPPORT below.

*****

Problem 5: Error generated when attempting to print conversion results to a
printer.

Cause: Convert 3.0 was written to take advantage of your Windows Printer
Driver. The print routines may not work properly with other third party print
managers.

Solution: You may wish to re-install your Windows 3.1 Print Manager. Consult
your Windows 3.1 user's guide for instructions on how to do this.

********* THE SHAREWARE CONCEPT **********

Shareware is copyrighted software that is distributed by authors through
bulletin boards, on-line services and disk vendors.

Shareware allows you to try the software for a reasonable limited
period. If you decide not to continue using it, you throw it away, (remove
it from your hard drive), and forget about it. You only pay for it if you
continue to use it. Shareware is a distribution method, not a type of
software. You benefit because you get to use the software to determine
whether it meets your needs, before you pay for it.

The shareware system and the continued availability of quality shareware
products depend on your willingness to register and pay for the shareware
you use. It's the the registration fees you pay which allow authors to
support and continue to develope our products. Please show your support
for shareware by registering those programs you actually use.

************* CUSTOMER SUPPORT *************

CompuServe   : Michael Robertson, 71024,1562

Internet     : mjrsoft@ix.netcom.com

Voice Phone  : In USA only (714) 858-1843, leave name & number and brief
               description of problem, someone will contact you as soon as
               possible.

Snail Mail   :  MJR Software
                22 Buckthorn
                Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

************** REGISTRATION ****************

CompuServe:  GO SWREG Product #1829

Snail Mail:  Send Check or Money Order in the amount of $12.00 to:

     MJR Software
     22 Buckthorn
     Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

If you wish to have a copy of Convert 3.0 on a 3" disk then,
send an extra $3.00, total $15.00.

$12.00 will get you a Registration Number that will eliminate those
bothersome NAG SCREENS and also give you a different About Box that
shows available system resources..

Free Unlimited Customer Support.

Notification of new releases.

Later upgrades offered at reduced prices.

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* IF YOU ARE ALREADY A REGISTERED USER OF A PREVIOUS VERSION OF CONVERT THEN *
* YOUR ARE ENTITLED TO A DISCOUNTED PRICE. YOU CAN REGISTER CONVERT 3.0 FOR  *
* A PALTRY $5.00. THIS IS LESS THAN HALF PRICE. IF YOU REQUIRE A 3" DISK    *
* WITH THE LATEST SOFTWARE, THEN INCLUDE AN EXTRA $3.00 WITH YOUR ORDER.     *
******************************************************************************
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************ SHAREWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT **************

 This is an agreement between you (either an individual or an entity) and
 MJR SOFTWARE.  By using or distributing copies of the shareware
 evaluation version of the Convert 3.0 package in any way, you are
 agreeing to be bound by the terms of this agreement.  If you do not
 agree to the terms of this agreement, you must cease using or
 distributing this software immediately.

 1) LICENSE TO USE: You may use the shareware evaluation version of
 Convert 3.0 for a period not to exceed thirty (30) days.  If you wish to use
 it beyond this period, you MUST REGISTER by making the necessary payment
 to MJR SOFTWARE as outlined elsewhere in this package.

 2) COPYRIGHT: Convert 3.0 is Copyright (c) 1993-1995 by MJR SOFTWARE
 and is protected by United States copyright laws and international
 treaty provisions.  MJR SOFTWARE, as exclusive publisher, is an
 authorized representative of the copyright holder. Except to the
 extent expressly licensed, the copyright holder has and reserves
 the exclusive copyright and other right, title, and interest to
 copy and distribute this software, and the right to use the Trademark
 "CONVERT" in connection with it.

 3) NON-COMMERCIAL DISTRIBUTION: You are granted a license to copy and
 distribute the shareware evaluation version of Convert 3.0 in a
 non-commercial manner.  Distribution is non-commercial if it is for
 free, or by a hobby, user or computer interest group to its members, or
 by any BBS, provided the Convert 3.0 package is not modified or
 abridged in any way.  MJR SOFTWARE reserves the right to revoke
 this license at any time for any reason on 90 days advance written
 notice.  Commercial distributors should contact MJR Software for
 information concerning distribution of Convert 3.0. See Customer Support
 in this file or the CVT.HLP file for information on contacting
 MJR Software.

 4) THIS PACKAGE (CONSISTING OF THE CONVERT 3.0 SOFTWARE AND ASSOCIATED
 FILES AND DOCUMENTATION) IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT REPRESENTATION OR
 WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT
 LIMITATION, ANY REPRESENTATIONS OR ENDORSEMENTS REGARDING THE USE OF,
 THE RESULTS OF, OR PERFORMANCE OF; ITS APPROPRIATENESS, ACCURACY,
 RELIABILITY, OR CURRENTNESS.  THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO THE USE OF THIS
 PACKAGE IS ASSUMED BY THE USER.  IN NO EVENT WILL MJR SOFTWARE BE
 LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES, DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL,
 RESULTING FROM ANY DEFECT IN THE PACKAGE, EVEN IF MJR SOFTWARE HAS
 BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.  ANY AND ALL USE OF
 THIS PACKAGE, FOR ANY PURPOSE, WITH NO REGARD TO THE LEGALITY OF SUCH
 USE OR PURPOSE, IS THE COMPLETE AND SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE USER.
 Some states do not allow disclaimers of implied warranties or the
 exclusion of consequential damages, so the above disclaimers and
 exclusions may not apply to you.

 5) GOVERNING LAW: This agreement is governed by the laws of the State
 of California.  Should any part or parts of this agreement be deemed
 unlawful, the remainder shall continue to apply.


 ***** TRADEMARK ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS *****
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"CONVERT" is a trademark of MJR SOFTWARE.
"MJR Software" is a trademark of MJR Software.
"Microsoft" is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation
"Windows" is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation
"Windows 95" is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation
All other trademarks mentioned are the property of their
respective companies.  No infringement is intended.

Thanks!
