TealEcho User's Manual
By Vince Lee
and Tex Tennison
Last Updated: Mar 29, 1999
Revisions:Version 1.05 - Now works properly in dialog boxes.
Version 1.07 - Now even better with dialog boxes.
Version 1.08 - More stable
Version 1.10 - Fixed rare display errors
Version Beta 1.17 - Fixed glitches when updating at the same time as main program
Version Beta 1.20 - Rewritten, taking new approach to resolve display conflicts
Version Beta 1.30 - Increased speed and compatibility, cursor interaction
Version 1.31 - Added semaphore code for stability
Version 1.32 - Optimized character code
Version 1.33 - Optimized display code
Version 1.43 - OS 3.1 compatibility, fixed graphic glitches
Important note: Before updating or deleting any Hackmaster program,
be sure to disable the application first in the Hackmaster control screen.
Description
Thank you for trying TealEcho. This is a simple application
that provides a visual on-screen reference to make entering of graffiti
characters more intuitive and error-free.
One of the unfortunate limitations of the PalmPilot is the fact that
the display area doesn't extend down to the text entry area. Consequently,
you aren't shown the actual stroke you're entering, leading to more mistakes
than would ordinarily occur.
Basically, what TealEcho does is add this capability to your Pilot.
When you write a letter or number into the graffiti area, your strokes are
echoed as an overlay in the display area above, giving you instant feedback about your
stroke. When you lift the pen, the overlay is erased, leaving just the
normal display.
Installing
This archive contains the files:
- TEALECHO.DOC
- This doc in text format
- TEALECHO.HTM
- This doc in HTML format
- TEALECHO.PRC
- The TealEcho program file
- ECHODOC.PRC
- This doc in TealDoc format
- HACKMSTR.PRC
- The HackMaster System Extensions Manager
- REGISTER.HTM
- TealPoint Registration form in HTML format
- REGISTER.DOC
- TealPoint Registration form in text format
TealEcho uses the HackMaster System Extensions Manager by Edward Keyes
(*See references below). This is a safe and standard way to add and
manage extended system functionality on the Pilot.
Use the Pilot installer to install the program file TEALECHO.PRC
and HACKMSTR.PRC. TealEcho will not appear as a standard
program of it's own, but instead is activated through HackMaster.
To turn on TealEcho, simply click on the HackMaster icon
in the applications launcher, and click on the checkmark next to the
TealEcho entry in the Hacks list.
Compatibility
As we cannot control the style and robustness of other products, we cannot
guarantee compatibility with PalmPilot applications beyond those included
from Palm Computing. However, we try to resolve compatibility issues as
best we can.
- Defragger
- Be sure to disable TealEcho before running a memory management program
like Defragger or Recycle.
Using the Program
Simply write in the graffiti area. Your stroke should appear in the
lower middle region of the display.
Contact Info
TealEcho is By TealPoint Software
(c) 1997-1999 All Rights Reserved.
TealPoint Software
454 Las Gallinas Ave PMB #318
San Rafael, CA 94903-3618
We look forward to hearing from you.
Please visit us at www.tealpoint.com, or
email us at contact@tealpoint.com.
Thank you.
*HackMaster is By Edward Keyes, DaggerWare Software
www.daggerware.com
Registering
Currently, you may register by snail mail, electronically through our
website with a credit card and a secured server, or
through PilotGear HQ at 1-800-741-9070. For the first
option, the enclosed registration form is provided for your convenience.
You may use this form or simply send the following to the address above.
- Product Name
- E-Mail Address
- Check or Money Order for ($11.95 US) to TealPoint Software
Disclaimer
We at TealPoint Software are committed to providing quality,
easy-to-use software. However, this product is provided without
warranty and the user accepts full resposibility for any damages,
consequential or otherwise, resulting from its use.
This archive is freely redistributable, provided it is made available
only in its complete, unmodified form with no additional files and for
noncommercial purposes only. Any other use must have prior written
authorization from TealPoint Software.
Unauthorized commercial use includes, but is not limited to:
- A product for sale.
- Accompanying a product for sale.
- Accompanying a magazine, book or other publication for sale.
- Distribution with "Media", "Copying" or other incidental costs.
- Available for download with access or download fees.
This program may be used on a trial basis for 30 days. The program will
continue to function afterwards. However, if after this time you wish to
continue using it, please register with us for the nominal fee listed in
the program.
If you do choose to register with us, please also register HackMaster
with DaggerWare if you have not already done so.
Thank you.