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Printed Especially For: The Greatest SysOp In Town!
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Version 1.2
"A New Way To Impress, Captivate And Generate More Paying BBS Users!"
(C) 1993-1994 by Mario Giordani
All Rights Reserved.
BBS: 801-966-0444 14.4K
SHOCASFX.ZIP
SHAREWARE PROGRAM
Mario Giordani
4914 West 6600 South Suite A-100
West Jordan, Utah 84084
┌─────────────────────┐
│ FILE EDITING FUN! │
└─────────────────────┘
o First Things First: o
Special Note: Before you get all confused let me just say that
configuring this program is more a matter of time than effort. All you
need to do is draw a few screens describing your BBS, convert a file to
self-runing .com file using available utilities, convert one of your
favorite .GIF files to a self-running .EXE file and you're done!
Essentially all you do is replace the sample screens with your newly
edited screens - this include the main program screens so you can change
labels accordingly!
HOW TO GET THE UTILITIES YOU WILL NEED:
1. CALL OUR BBS at 801-966-0444 and look under the SHOWCASE SUPPORT DIR
2. Download the utilities to make the necessary conversions
a. Get A Recent Copy of TheDraw(tm), a shareware screen designed
program available on most boards as TDRAW462.ZIP or later.
b. Configure TheDraw's SET UP OPTIONS and change the .BSV extention
to .SCR. Set the width to 80 and rows to 25! This is very important
if you want "full screens" when displaying your BBS menus, etc.
c. Edit one screen group at a time and test the program. It is
easier this way and it gets you excited about editing! Make sure
that SBFMDRV.COM is loaded if you own a SB card in order to listen
to the background Music.
d. Don't Forget two MENU OPTIONS: SHIFT-* AND "-" available to your
and your users. SHIFT plus * displays the Sound Box feature of the
program. The hyphen "-" displays your registration information.
NOTE: For the UNREGISTERED & Registered Versions, you will notice the
name of the author or your name on the main menu screens.
** IMPORTANT ** Note that we have not included the SCREENS.ZIP as state
in one of the program display screens. Just read this documentation
carefully to see which screens you need to work on.
o Now you're ready!
List Of Files That You Can Edit using a recent version of THEDRAWtm.
Before you edit any of these screens, be sure to run the SET OPTIONS of
The Draw and configure the program to 80 x 2 5 lines and set the .BSV
extension to .SCR. OTHERWISE you will hate yourself!
The files below are groups in the order you may want to edit them. BE
SURE TO SAVE EACH EDITED FILES "exactly" with the same names as you see
below. Editing BBS Showcase is a very simple process of copying your
screens over the samples one that come with the program. That's all
there is to it.
FILES01 SCR 4015 These files describe the FILES on the Menu
FILES02 SCR 4015 '
FILES03 SCR 4015 '
FILES04 SCR 4015 '
FILES05 SCR 4015 '
FILES06 SCR 4015 '
BBS-SCR1 SCR 4015 This group of files represent your BBS Screens
BBS-SCR2 SCR 4015
BBS-SCR3 SCR 4015 ANSI, Main Menus, Etc.
BBS-SCR4 SCR 4015
BBS-SCR5 SCR 4015
BBS-SCR6 SCR 4015
BBS-SCR7 SCR 4015
LINES01 SCR 4015 These files describe your phone lines, etc.
LINES02 SCR 4015
LINES03 SCR 4015
LINES04 SCR 4015
LINES05 SCR 4015
LINES06 SCR 4015
MSG01 SCR 4015 This group of files describes your messages
MSG02 SCR 4015
MSG03 SCR 4015
MSG04 SCR 4015
MSG05 SCR 4015
MSG06 SCR 4015
MENU1 SCR 4015 /*THESE ARE THE MAIN PROGRAM FILES YOU CAN EDIT!
MENU2 SCR 4015 You can change the LABEL description on all
MENU3 SCR 4015 these files as long as you DO NOT CHANGE the
MENU4 SCR 4015 number options, i.e., 1-3 or 1-6 etc.
MENU5 SCR 4015 This feature acommodates SYSOPS who may want
MENU6 SCR 4015 to name the labels something else. This feature
MENU7 SCR 4015 is AVAILABLE ONLY on SUPER BBS SHOWCASE 1.2!
MENU8 SCR 4015 If you must edit these, do it LAST! */
DOORS01 SCR 4015 This group of files describe your DOORS
DOORS02 SCR 4015
DOORS03 SCR 4015
DOORS04 SCR 4015
MEMBER01 SCR 4015 This group of files describe membership info.
MEMBER02 SCR 4015
MEMBER03 SCR 4015
** You May Edit some of these files BUT SHOULD NO DELETE THEM **
They run all the fancy effects such as "Suggestion Box" and The Sound
Player Effect.
BLACK1 SCR 4015
BLACK6 SCR 4015
BOX SCR 4015
BOX1 SCR 4015
BOX2 SCR 4015
BOX3 SCR 4015
BOX4 SCR 4015
BOX5 SCR 4015
BOX6 SCR 4015
CURT1 SCR 4007
END SCR 4015
EQUIPMNT SCR 4015
FACE SCR 4015 * Unregistered Version Only. DO NOT MODIFY
INFO SCR 4015
INFO2 SCR 4015
INTRO1 SCR 4015
MUSIC SCR 4015
MUSIC0 SCR 4015
MUSIC1 SCR 4015
MUSIC2 SCR 4015
MUSIC3 SCR 4015
MUSIC4 SCR 4015
MUSIC5 SCR 4015
MUSIC6 SCR 4015
PR1 SCR 4007
PR2 SCR 4007
PR3 SCR 4007
PR4 SCR 4007
PR5 SCR 4007
PR6 SCR 4007
PR7 SCR 4007
PR8 SCR 4007
SHAREWAR SCR 4015
/* DO NOT DELETE THESE FONT FILES */
DRAW2 FNT 4096
FUTURE FNT 4096
MODERN2 FNT 4096
/* REPLACEABLE SOUND .CMF FILES. MUST KEEP THE SAME NAME IF
SUBSTITUTED! Most SYSOPS will keep them without changes.*/
JEP.MUS Do Not Delete. Music File
ALLOFUS.CMF Menu
AXF-DRM CMF 13197 Menu
HILLSTR1 CMF 5268 Sound Box
HOEDOWN CMF 15997 Ending
HOOKED CMF 25605 Sound Box
HUMORESK CMF 6563 While Printing
IMAGINE CMF 14116 Sound Box
LA_BOMBA CMF 35888 Sound Box
MOZART1 CMF 5939 Sound Box
NIGHTBEA CMF 16060 Menu
RANGE CMF 6141 Used At the opening of BBS SHOWCASE
9TO50.CMF Good ol dolly
SUPER BBS SHOWCASE VERSION 1.2
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jan 1994
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V E N D O R I N F O R M A T I O N
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Last updated: NOVEMBER 10, 1993
This file provides information for Shareware Distributors, Disk
Vendors and Computer Clubs who wish to distribute the BBS SHOWCASE 1 & 2
package.
Program Name:
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BBS SHOWCASE 1 & 2 Versions 1 & 2
Category:
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BBS MARKETING PROGRAM FOR PROFESSIONAL SYSOPS
Keywords:
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BBS, MENUS, COLOR, SOUND BLASTER, FUN, SHAREWARE, SOUND
Short Description:
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BBS SHOWCASE 1 & 2 - Create custom Marketing Presentations
For BBS Users. Flexible Configuration and special features.
Shareware by Mario Giordani.
Long Description:
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BBS SHOWCASE 1 & 2 is a unique program for Bulletin Board
Operators to educate and inform new users about all the services
provided. It offers a flexible, yet powerful user interface,
designed to quickly and creatively inform the user about a BBS.
An easy to use menu system allows quick access to information.
The program also supports Sound Blaster Compatible cards and
offers entertainment at the same time it provides BBS
information.
Other features include custom colors, replaceable menu options,
BBS Application printout, printed manual for registered users,
easy configuration and much more.
Some basic program applications include BBS information
distribution to retail stores and direct mail campaigns.
Usage: Bulletin Board Operators Worldwide.
System Requirement: Any IBM compatible, 256K memory, and a
printer. Sound Card Recommended.
Registration: $35.00 Basic Registration
Registration Information:
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Registered users receive the latest version, complete with full
documentation on disk. A printed manual is provided. Registered
version has shareware notices removed and displays your name as the
registered owner. If registered key is uploaded, no manual or
disk is provided!
Author/Publisher Information:
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MARIO GIORDANI(DBA)is a software marketing and sales company
owned and operated by Mario Giordani. Please feel free to contact me
at any time if you have any questions, comments or suggestions.
I can be reached by mail at the following address:
Mario Giordani
6600 South 4914 West Suite A-100
West Jordan, UT 84084
At my real estate practice office : (801) 566-5690 Ext. 304
Limited Distribution License:
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As the exclusive copyright holder for BBS SHOWCASE 1 & 2, MG MARKETING
INTERNATIONAL authorizes distribution only in accordance with the
following restrictions. Please refer to the additional information
listed below which is specific to ASP and non-ASP Disk Vendors and
Computer Clubs.
The BBS SHOWCASE 1 & 2 package is defined as containing all the material
listed in the PACKING.LST text file. If any files listed in the
PACKING.LST text file, or the PACKING.LST file itself, are
missing, then the package is not complete and distribution is
forbidden. Please contact us to obtain a complete package
suitable for distribution.
o The BBS SHOWCASE 1 & 2 package - including all related program
files and documentation files - CANNOT be modified in any
way and must be distributed as a complete package, without
exception.
o No price or other compensation may be charged for the
BBS SHOWCASE 1 & 2 package. A distribution cost may be
charged for the cost of the diskette, shipping and
handling, as long as the total (per disk) does not exceed
$8.00 in the U.S. and Canada, or $12.00 internationally.
o The BBS SHOWCASE 1 & 2 package CANNOT be sold as part of some
other inclusive package. Nor can it be included in any
commercial software packaging offer, without a written
agreement from MARIO GIORDANI. For information
on combining the MARIO GIORDANI package with
related programs to form a "disk-set", please refer to the
information below for ASP or non-ASP Disk Vendors.
o The User's Guide may not be reproduced in whole or in part,
using any means, without the written permission
of MARIO GIORDANI. In other words, the disk-based
documentation may not be distributed in PRINTED (hardcopy)
form.
o The BBS SHOWCASE 1 & 2 package cannot be "rented" or "leased"
to others.
o The person receiving a copy of the BBS SHOWCASE 1 & 2 package
MUST be made aware that each disk or copy is ONLY for
evaluation, and that MARIO GIORDANI has not received
any royalties or payment for the product. This
requirement can be met by including the complete
BBS SHOWCASE 1 & 2 package, which contains any appropriate
registration reminders.
o The person receiving a copy of the BBS SHOWCASE 1 & 2 package
MUST be made aware that he or she does not become a
registered user until MARIO GIORDANI has received
payment for registration of the software. This
requirement can be met by including the complete
BBS SHOWCASE 1 & 2 package, which contains any appropriate
registration reminders.
o If the version you have is over twelve (12) months old,
please contact us to ensure that you have the most current
version. All rights not expressly granted here are reserved
to MARIO GIORDANI.
The following additional information and restrictions are
intended for Shareware Distributors, Disk Vendors, and Computer
Clubs who wish to distribute the BBS SHOWCASE 1 & 2 package.
ASP Associate (Disk Vendor) Member Information:
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Vendors who are ASP Associate Members in good standing are hereby
given permission to distribute the BBS SHOWCASE 1 & 2 package in
accordance with the Distribution Restrictions listed above. ASP
Associate Members (often called "ASP Approved Vendors") in good
standing do not need to request permission to distribute this
package.
This permission is in effect until or unless we notify you
otherwise, in writing.
ASP Vendor Members - Disk Sets:
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
ASP Vendor Members who wish to distribute the BBS SHOWCASE 1 & 2 package
as part of a collection (such as PsL's MegaDisk set, or a CD-ROM
package) may do so provided that all the other restrictions listed
above are met.
Other (Non-ASP) Disk Vendor Information:
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Shareware Distributors and Disk Vendors who are not ASP Associate
Members, but who wish to distribute the BBS SHOWCASE 1 & 2 package must
comply with the following restrictions (in addition to those listed
above).
In order for us to ensure that only current versions are
distributed, we require that you request permission from us to
distribute this product.
You may not list this product in advertisements, catalogs, or other
literature which describes our products as "FREE SOFTWARE".
Shareware is "Try-Before-You-Buy" software, it is not free.
When making your request please ensure that we have your correct
address and phone number, as well as the name of the person we may
contact if necessary.
Other (Non-ASP) Vendors - Disk Sets:
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Vendors (non-ASP Vendor Members) who wish to distribute the BBS
SHOWCASE package as part of a collection (such as PsL's MegaDisk set,
or a CD-ROM package) must obtain permission from MG MARKETING
INTERNATIONAL prior to beginning such a distribution.
Applying for ASP Associate Membership:
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
If you would like to apply for ASP Associate Membership (to become
an ASP Approved Vendor), simply write to the following address and
request a Vendor Membership Application Package:
ASP Executive Director
545 Grover Road
Muskegon, MI 49442-9427
U.S.A.
or send a CompuServe message via CompuServe MAIL to ASP
Executive Director 72050,1433.
Computer Clubs:
---------------
Computer Clubs and User Groups wishing to add the BBS SHOWCASE 1 & 2
package to their disk library may do so in accordance with the
Distribution Restrictions listed above.
If the version you have is over twelve (12) months old, please
contact us to ensure that you have the most current version.
Please Help Us Serve You Better:
--------------------------------
We would appreciate copies of anything you print regarding BBS
SHOWCASE 1 & 2. Please send us a copy of any reviews, articles,
catalog descriptions, or other information you print or distribute
regarding the BBS SHOWCASE 1 & 2 package. Thank you for your time and
assistance and for supporting the shareware marketing concept.