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/ \ (____, (____) (____, (____, Version 3.x
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(c) Copyright 1993 Brad L. Smith
REBEL SOFTWARE
P.O. Box 270277
Fort Collins, CO 80527
(303) 223-1882
REBEL 3.x has been developed to satisfy the demand for a spreadsheet
that offers unlimited customization potential. The entire spreadsheet
is patterned after a high level programming language. By adding new
functions and utilities, it can be tailored to fit the needs of
virtually any user group.
REBEL requires no special license or registration fee to use, copy, or
distribute. It may even be packaged with other products or services.
For complete details, refer to the License Agreement in the back of the
User's Manual.
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REQUIREMENTS
REBEL requires an IBM PC or compatible with at least 384K
of memory, running DOS 2.1 or higher.
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DOCUMENTATION
The User's Manual is contained in two files. To print
it, use the dos PRINT or COPY command. If possible,
set your printer to 60 lines per page.
A:\> print CHAP1-4.DOC
A:\> print CHAP5-11.DOC
or
A:\> copy CHAP1-4.DOC PRN:
A:\> copy CHAP5-11.DOC PRN:
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HOW TO RUN REBEL
To start REBEL in Color Mode, type:
A:\> REBEL
To start REBEL in Black and White Mode, type:
A:\> REBEL -B
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SAMPLE WORKSHEETS
Three sample worksheets have been included:
CHECKS.RB2 (a checkbook management worksheet)
COGO.RB2 (an example survey that uses many of
the Coordinate Geometry functions)
MATRIX.RB2 (a general worksheet that contains an
example of each of the Matrix Algebra
functions)
To load a worksheet, press the F3 function key twice from
the Root Function Key Menu, and enter the worksheet's name
(with or without the extension).
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STANDARD SCRIPT LIBRARY
Scripts are one of the most powerful features offered by
REBEL. They extend the power and capabilities of the
spreadsheet by allowing you to access functions,
utilities, and even full applications that can be tailored
to your specific needs. They are also easy to use.
Simply, reference the library that contains the script(s)
you want and REBEL's powerful Script Manager will handle
the rest for you. For example, to access the scripts in
REBEL's standard library, STDLIB.REB, simply start the
program using the -L: option (followed immediately by the
name of the library):
REBEL -L:STDLIB
It's that simple! The documentation for this library is
contained in STDLIB.DOC.
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CHANGES (for existing users)
The built-in FINANCIAL functions have been eliminated from
this version of REBEL. They're now scripts. If you've
used any of these functions in any of your worksheets, you
will have to change their names to ALL UPPER CASE LETTERS.
You will also have to 'attach' REBEL's standard script
library file, STDLIB.REB, each time you start the program.
To do this, use the -L: option (followed immediately by the
name of the library):
REBEL -L:STDLIB
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WRITING YOUR OWN SCRIPTS
All versions of REBEL 3.0 and higher come with a built-in Script
Manager that can access and execute scripts found in any (.REB)
library file. Writing and creating these libraries, however, is
an optional feature that requires a license for REBEL's Script
Library Builder. The cost of this additional software is $29.00
(see Order Form below).
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KEEPING CURRENT
There are two ways to make sure you have the latest version of
REBEL:
1) If you have a licensed copy of the Script Library Builder
(see Order Form below), you will automatically be notified
when any new release becomes avaliable.
2) The latest release of REBEL is always posted on CompuServe
in Library 6 (Business Apps) of the IBM Applications
Forum (go IBMAPP) in a file called REBEL.ZIP.
ORDER FORM
(AVALIABLE ONLY ON 3.5" DISKS)
Name (required): __________________________________________________
Title (optional): _________________________________________________
Company (optional): _______________________________________________
Address: _________________________________________________________
City: _____________________________ State: ____ Zip: __________
Phone: ___________________ (Day)
Your current version of REBEL: ____________________________________
Your current version of the Script Library Builder: _______________
Where did you here about this product? _____________________________
REBEL (without a printed manual) ($4.00) ____________
(Add $10 for a printed User's Manual)
SCRIPT LIBRARY BUILDER: ($29.00) ____________
(Add $10 for a printed manual for REBEL)
Note: Be sure to include the name of the
individual to be licensed. Do not use a
company name.
SCRIPT LIBRARY BUILDER (upgrade) ($19.00) ____________
License No. ______________________
SHIPPING AND HANDLING (U.S.A. - $6.00) ____________
(Canada - $12.00, Overseas - $20.00)
TOTAL (in US currency): ____________
REBEL SOFTWARE - P.O. Box 270277 - Fort Collins, CO - 80527