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Norman Enterprises 1991
LABEL MASTER VERSION 2.0
USERS GUIDE
INTRODUCTION
Label Master is an easy to use program for creating mailing labels on
most dot matrix and older daisy wheel printers. Although designed
primarily for mailing labels, the program is useful for creating labels
for floppies, tapes, etc. Two popular sizes of pin-feed labels are
supported, including 3 1/2" x 15/16" (small) and 4" x 1 15/16" (large).
What makes Label Master unique, is it's built-in library manager. When
it becomes necessary to save an address, it can be entered and saved in
a data file; then quickly retrieved at a later time for printing or
editing. When a quick label is needed without the necessity of saving
the label information, a label can be created very fast in immediate
mode without the need to enter library mode. The program uses very
little memory, creates compact ascii data files, and will not conflict
with TSR's.
HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS
Label Master was written specifically for the VGA. Other video modes
may produce unpredictable results. At least 256k of base ram should be
present on a PC/XT/AT/PS-2 or compatible computer. A hard drive is
recommended, but not necessary. DOS 3.2 or higher is required.
INSTALLATION
Create a directory named \LABELS (or any desired name), and copy the
program files into the directory. Because the program creates a data
file for each library entry, the directory should be dedicated.
FILES INCLUDED ON THE DISTRIBUTION DISK
0══════.EXE - Opening screen, auto-initialization program
1══════.EXE - Label Master main program
2══════.COM - Library Manager
DIR.DAT - Name directory (holds first and last names only)
LABELS.COM - Program executable file
STRMN30.GFT - Program screen fonts
LABELS.DOC - This document
DO NOT re-name or modify any of the files! The program will not work
properly if files are re-named or modified.
STARTING LABEL MASTER
To start the program simply type LABELS, and press enter. The opening
screen will display; press any key to clear it, and start the main
program. The main menu appears, with the date in the lower left corner
of the screen. Pressing F1 displays a brief help screen. The three
choices on the main menu can be executed by either highlighting the
desired choice with the up/down arrow keys and pressing enter, or by
simply pressing the 1, 2, or 3 number key.
MENU STRUCTURE
1] CREATE LABEL - Choose for creating a quick label without saving the
│ label information to disk.
│
├──────> 1. Small - for 3 1/2" x 15/16" pin-feed labels
└──────> 2. Large - for 4" x 1 15/16" pin-feed labels
│
┌──────────────────────────────────────┘
└─> Type label information in label creation field. Press enter after
each line, including any unused lines at the bottom.
│
├──────> A. Print Label ────> number of labels (1-100)
│
│ * Up to 100 labels can be printed in a single
│ run. Useful for return address labels, etc.
│
├──────> B. New Label (clears label field for new entries)
│
└──────> C. Main Menu
2] USE LIBRARY - Choose for adding label information to the database,
│ or retrieving label information for printing.
│
├──────> 1. Use Library
│ │
│ ├───────> 1. Print Label - Prompts user for
│ │ last name of addressee. Only
│ │ first 4 letters are required.
│ │
│ ├───────> 2. List Library - Lists first and
│ │ last names of addressees.
│ │
│ ├───────> 3. Shell to DOS
│ │
│ └───────> 4. Main Menu
│
├──────> 2. Add to Library - Prompts for Last Name, First
│ Name, Street, City, State, and Zip. Saves
│ information in a file with a .DAT extension.
│ The first four letters of the name comprise the
│ file root name. Enter 'Q' to start over.
│ │
│ ├───────> A. Add another record
│ │
│ ├───────> B. Shell to DOS
│ │
│ └───────> C. Main Menu
│
└──────> 3. Exit Library - Returns control to Label Master
in immediate mode.
DATA FILES
The Library Manager creates a .DAT file for each address that is
entered in the database. The files are very small, and this technique
greatly reduces the chance of losing all data in the event of file
corruption. Additionally, the .DAT files can easily be edited with
edlin or a similar line editor. The first four letters of each file
correspond to the first four letters of the addressee's last name.
Another .DAT file called DIR.DAT is created, which holds first and last
names of each entry. This file is used when the List Library function
is used under the Use Library menu. If any of the .DAT files are
deleted, this file will have to edited with a line editor to remove the
names of the deleted files in order to keep the directory listing
current. Failure to do this will not affect normal program operation.
PRINTERS
Any dot matrix or wheel printer should work fine with Label Master.
This version is configured for LPT1 or parallel port 1. A version
written for LPT2 or parallel port 2 is available for $10.00, which
includes laser printed documentation, source code, and regular
registered user benefits. Thank you for supporting shareware.
NORMAN ENTERPRISES
#6H LADOW AVE.
MILLVILLE, NJ 08332