************************************************************************ * * * MusicEase - Version 4.12 * * Copyright 1990-1994 by Gary Rader * * * * Published exclusively by: * * RMH Computer Services * * PO Box 657 * * Beech Grove IN 46107-0657 * * (317) 782-9903 * * * ************************************************************************ INSTALLATION: ------------- Installation of MusicEase is very easy. If you have received your evaluation copy on (2) 5-1/4" floppy disks, simply place DISK #1 in your floppy disk drive and type A:START [ENTER]. (or B:START, or any other valid floppy drive letter). If you received your evaluation copy on a single 720k floppy disk, simply place the disk in your floppy disk drive and type A:START [ENTER] (or B:START, or any other valid floppy drive letter). If you "downloaded" your evaluation version from a BBS or other electronic service, simply create a "temporary" subdirectory on your hard disk drive, and extract the files from the distribution archive file to that directory. Then change to that subdirectory, and type START [ENTER]. The installation program will create the necessary subdirectory on your hard drive, and will then install the program files to that subdirectory. Once the installation is complete, you may delete the files from the "temporary" subdirectory that you originally created. QUICK START: ------------ In order to make FULL use of this powerful program, you will need to fully read the documentation, which is contained in a file called MUSICEZ.DOC. However, simply executing the command ME followed by pressing the [ENTER] key will start the program. The menu options are displayed in the lower portion of the screen, and you can move forward from one item to another by pressing the [SPACE] or [TAB] keys. The [BACKSPACE] or [SHIFT]-[TAB] keys will move backwards from one item to the previous. The first thing that you will probably want to do is to set the Options for your system. When initially installed, MusicEase is configured for CGA video. Using your [TAB] key, move through the options at the bottom of the screen until "Options" is highlighted. Press your [ENTER] key to go into the Options setup area. Once in the Options area, press [TAB] to highlight the "Display" option, and press [ENTER]. In the Display setup, you can select the preferred MODE (Text or Graphics), RESOLUTION (Medium or High), and ADAPTER (MDA, CGA, EGA, VGA, etc). With these options set, you're ready to begin using MusicEase! PRINTING THE DOCUMENTATION: --------------------------- The documentation file (MUSICEZ.DOC) is formatted for 75-characters per line, and 60-lines per page. To print the documentation, you can simply issue the following command from the DOS command line: COPY MUSICEZ.DOC PRN The documentation file contains form-feed characters, so it can also be printed by various printing utilities. MusicEase is Shareware! ----------------------- The registration fee for MusicEase is $49.00 (US), plus applicable shipping/handling charges. You are entitled to evaluate MusicEase for a period of up to 30 days. If after that time you intend to continue to use the program you must register it. If you do not intend to continue to use the program you must delete it from your system. There is a file named REGISTER.TXT in the distribution file set which contains the information regarding the interactive registration process. This process is activated by pressing [SPACE] from either the beginning or ending screens of the program. It will calculate the appropriate charges, and will then print a registration form (either to the printer or to a text file). The shareware copy of MusicEase that you have is not restricted in any way. Upon registering the product, you will receive: - a copy of the most current version available, - a 25% discount on future upgrades and new releases, - a printed manual including graphics of music which cannot be included in the non-registered on-disk manual, - an extensive tutorial, - a symbol definition utility, - a symbol file containing many more symbols, - a disk containing various sample scores as examples of the extensive capabilities, and sample LaserJet print files which can be copied directly to a LaserJet printer for examples of the truly professional output (*), - unlimited support via mail, telephone, CompuServe, etc., - update notices for future versions, - removal of the watermark on printed output, - removal of registration reminder screens, - welcome screen will be branded with the name of the Registered Owner. And apart from all that, the knowledge that you are helping to support the Shareware concept - a distribution system that brings you quality software at realistic prices. (*) the sample files are available for downloading by anyone, from our support BBS, or they can be ordered seperately on floppy disk. So what is Shareware? --------------------- Shareware is copyrighted software which is distributed by authors and publishers through bulletin boards, on-line services, disk vendors, and by copies being passed among friends. It is software that you are allowed to try before you pay for it. This makes shareware the ultimate in money back guarantees. Shareware is a distribution method, not a type of software. There is good and bad shareware, just as there is good and bad retail software. The primary difference between shareware and retail software is that with shareware you know if it's good or bad before you pay for it. You benefit because you get to use the software to determine whether it meets your needs, before you pay for it. Authors benefit because they are able to get their products into your hands without the expenses it takes to launch a traditional retail software product. 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 is the registration fees you pay which allow shareware authors to support and continue to develop their products. Please show your support for shareware by registering those programs you actually use and by passing them on to others. Shareware is kept alive by your support! RMH Computer Services is a member of the Association of Shareware Professionals (ASP). ASP wants to make sure that the shareware principle works for you. If you are unable to resolve a shareware-related problem with an ASP member by contacting the member directly, ASP may be able to help. The ASP Ombudsman can help you resolve a dispute or problem with an ASP member, but does not provide technical support for members' products. Please write to the ASP Ombudsman at 545 Grover Road, Muskegon, MI 49442-9427 USA, FAX 616-788-2765 or send a CompuServe message via CompuServe Mail to ASP Ombudsman 70007,3536.