*** Dispatcher v1.0 (DISP1.EXE) *** REQUIREMENTS: DISP1.EXE should not require more than 640K of RAM, a color monitor and appropriate disk-space for data files which will vary in size depending on your use. A mouse is recommended but not needed. Although Dispatcher is a DOS program, it can easily be run from within MS-Windows, and even 'installed' as an Icon. A small file called DISP.EXE accomplishes this assuming you have Windows 3.X and sufficient memory. NOTE: YOU MUST HAVE VBRUN200.DLL in order to run in the Windows environment. If VBRUN200.DLL was NOT with the program, please let us know. VBRUN200.DLL must be placed in your WINDOWS directory, or whatever directory your WINDOWS files are in. DESCRIPTION: Dispatcher is a program specifically written for Air Freight or Courier companies. It will create and maintain a client database from your input, create job-data files for each day in which you input your job data, do completely automated billing of your clients including printing of invoices and envelopes, create reports of various types, trace jobs for you based on a wide variety of search criterion and generally take care of everything from dispatching to keeping track of directly related expenses. It has a 'windows-like' interface with pop-up windows many of which can be resized, moved, etc. On-Line help from various areas, which may also be printed, many 'error-detection' routines to prevent you from inputting bad data, etc. FEATURES: (Of Full-Featured version) NOTE: Demo (shareware) version is limited to 25 accounts. Up to 32000 clients in client (account) database with easy search function. Data-compression option. Internal back-up utility. Easy file-maintenance, and automatic naming of job-files. Print function for: Individual Job, Client list, Courier (contractor) amounts, Unrated Jobs, Invoices, Billing Report, Help, etc. Print to LPT1, 2 or 3. Job-search by numerous fields. Up to 32000 jobs per day. Tracer-numbers automatically assigned. Runs in either MS-Windows or DOS. Completely automated billing including printing of invoices onto normal 8 1/2 X 11 paper, and #10 envelope printing. On-Line Help available throughout which can be accessed by topic. INSTALLATION: An installation program has been included (INSTY.EXE) which will create a directory for you, and offer you the option to install for Windows use as well. If you expect to use the program from within the Windows environment, choose "Y" when asked about installing for Windows and the file VBRUN200.DLL will then be installed in the directory you specify...it MUST be in the directory where you have your WINDOWS program. The file INSTYSET.CFG is the setup file for INSTY. It must be present with the INSTY.EXE program or INSTY will abort. To run INSTY, from the DOS prompt, (when logged onto the drive and directory where INSTY.EXE and INSTY.CFG are) type INSTY + [ENTER]. The installation also checks for all files, for valid drive and directory names, etc., and will advise you if there is a problem. To start DISPATCHER, from DOS type DISP1 + [ENTER]. REGISTRATION & SUPPORT: This program is 'shareware'. this means that although it IS copyrighted, you are permitted to use, copy and share it as desired, EXCEPT: 1.) It MUST be copied IN FULL, with all of it's files, including this one. 2.) None of the files may be altered in any way, and 3.) No fee may be charged for it, except for a small copying/distribution fee by distributors. You are permitted to use this software only for evaluation. This version is limited, if you register you will be sent a fully-functional version with any other improvements we feel should be added. The evaluation period should not exceed 30 days. However, If you like the program, and would like to support the development of quality, low-cost software such as this, you should register it with the author. To register, if you have a printer, print the included file INVOICE.DOC, or if not, then send your fee to the address below. REGISTRATION fee is $50.00. When we receive your fee, we will immediately ship you the newest fully-functional version. We offer full support as well and will try to answer any questions or correct any problems you may have. Your $50.00 fee is for ONE-SITE use of the program. This means you MAY use multiple copies on multiple computers as long as they are at the SAME location. Customized version are also available upon written request and these rates are much less than you may expect. We can add your company name, label or change data-fields to YOUR needs, add features such as password protection, etc. etc. WE ARE VERY INTERESTED in any features you would like to see added to this program in future versions, please let us know. Be sure to specify your DISK SIZE & TYPE (High Density or Double Density). *** Only U.S. Check or money order will be accepted. *** For further information, registration or support, contact: * Eric Jarrett * P.O. Box 34749 * Richmond, VA. 23234 Please be sure to specify the program name, and where you obtained your copy. (The BBS or catalog). If you have a modem, you may either download our programs or leave us a message at either of these BBS'S: ÉÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍ͸ º Blue Ridge Express(ERICJ Sub-Board): 804-790-1675 ³ º Or ³ º Valhalla BBS.......................: 804-560-0701 ³ ÓÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÙ DISCLAIMER: We offer no warranty for DISP1 Version 1.0 whether express or implied, including without limitation any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. We will not be responsible for any special, incidental, consequential damages, either direct or indirect resulting from use of this product. The user bears all risks as to the quality and performance of this software, and in no case shall the liability for any damages ever exceed the price paid for the software. As always, you should make a backup copy of your original disk. Please refer to your DOS manual.