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Audio Master 1.0 - READ.ME file
---> Why Use Audio Master 1.0?
If you're anything like me, your music collection is probably
getting out of control with lots of CD's, LP's, tapes - even VHS
Hi-Fi. My own lack of organization has been the cause of a number
problems. After living with this for long enough, I decided to
write a cataloging program which solves these problems. But I
didn't want to make it so that it would only work with my current
music media, then be obsolete if I added DAT or VHS Hi-Fi. I also
didn't want to require entering song titles if all I really needed
was album titles.
After much experimentation to make the program powerful, practical
and flexible enough to use productively, "Audio Master" was born.
I believe it to be truly unique because it's a program which will
simplify keeping track of your music collection while being
flexible enough to be used in the way that's best for you.
---> Audio Master - Startup
For those of you who want to start up "Audio Master" without
looking at the documentation, you should have no problems as the
program is almost self-explanatory. A couple of notes first:
Important! Because "Audio Master" opens a number of files
during operation, make sure your CONFIG.SYS file contains the
following:
FILES = 25 <--- Must be at least 25. If you get a
"too many files" error when the program
first loads, make the number of files
greater than 25.
If you have any other problems starting the program (we've seen it
only in rare cases), read Section 4.2 in the manual for some hints.
---> System Organization
Because "Audio Master" was designed expressly to be practical and
easy to use, there are a minimum number of menus required to access
all of its functions. Basically, the system is set up with one
main menu from which almost everything is accomplished - in fact,
there are only two sub-menus (one for reports and one for
utilities).
Generally, "Audio Master" works like this:
a) Pick an option from the main menu by highlighting it
using the arrow keys and pressing "Enter".
b) Anytime you need to choose something (such as an artist,
category, media, etc.) a table listing will be presented
from which to choose, again, by highlighting it using the
arrow keys.
c) When a table listing is shown, records can be edited by
pressing the "Enter" key, added by pressing the "Insert"
key or deleted by pressing the "Delete" key. The system
will automatically not allow some kinds of deletions to
insure data integrity.
d) Default values are used whenever possible to speed data
entry.
e) On-line help is always available just by pressing "F1".
---> Distribution Method and Registration
We at Valueware! are great believers in the shareware distribution
channel. But we are also realists. Therefore, the shareware
version of "Audio Master" will not allow adding more than 25
titles. Other than this one limitation, the system is completely
operational. This many records should be enough for you to
evaluate "Audio Master," determine that it's a great program to
manage your music collection and make a purchase decision.
But, instead of you sending us the license fee and then we copy and
send disks through the mail, we think we've got a better and easier
way. Since you have most likely downloaded "Audio Master" from
some type of BBS, you must have a modem and are comfortable with
the process of downloading software. So we'll take advantage of
that. To receive the fully-operational version of "Audio Master,"
just follow these simple instructions:
1) Complete the Registration Form (Appendix A).
2) Send the completed registration form along with a check
or money order for $19.95 (plus $1.40 sales tax for Ohio
residents only) to:
Valueware! Inc.
651 Grayton Rd.
Berea, OH 44017
3) Allow one (1) week, then call the Valueware! BBS on:
(216) 234-9643 (300, 1200, 2400 baud)
4) Sign on to the BBS using the EXACT name and password you
used on the registration form and follow the special
instructions to download the latest, fully-operational
version of "Audio Master."
By using this distribution procedure, we can minimize the
administrative process, cut down on the hazards of mailing disks
and save you the postage costs. If you do need diskettes sent, see
the registration form (Appendix A). Complete details are in the
manual.
---> Printing the Manual
You can print out the manual by entering the following at the DOS
prompt:
COPY AUDMSTR1.DOC PRN:
Make sure your printer is on and that it is set to 66 lines per
page.
Enjoy using "Audio Master." We believe you'll find it a great tool
to organize you audio collection!