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<HEADER TEXT="TealEcho User's Manual" ALIGN=CENTER STYLE=UNDERLINE FONT=1>
By Vince Lee
and Tex Tennison
Program Version 2.05
Last Updated: Mar 3, 2000 Important note: Before updating or deleting any Hackmaster program, be sure to disable the application first in the Hackmaster control screen.

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<HEADER TEXT="Description" ALIGN=CENTER STYLE=UNDERLINE FONT=1>
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.
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<HEADER TEXT="Installing" ALIGN=CENTER STYLE=UNDERLINE FONT=1>
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.
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<HEADER TEXT="Configure Window" ALIGN=CENTER STYLE=UNDERLINE FONT=1>
"TealEcho" supports a number of options to let you customize its behavior and appearance. The "TealEcho" configure window can be found inside the application "Hackmaster." Open it by starting "Hackmaster" and tapping on the '+' (plus) button next to the 'TealEcho' entry in the list of system extensions.

The following options are supported:
• Use thicker line
Draws your stroke with a wider ink line for easier visibility

• Clear background
Erases a rectangle behind the graffiti stroke when you write so it's easier to see

• Show frame
Show an outline frame around the stroke corresponding to the graffiti area

• Thick frame
When the above option is active, renders the outline frame with double-width lines

• Force bg erase
Performs a null drawing operation around the drawing stroke to force the third-party system extension BackDropEZ to redraw the screen around the stroke.

• Draw in corner
Draws the graffiti stroke and optional rectangle shifted to the left side of the screen, away from the user's hand.

• Use LR corner
When the above option is on, shifts the stroke to the right instead for left-handed users.

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<HEADER TEXT="Compatibility" ALIGN=CENTER STYLE=UNDERLINE FONT=1>
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".

• "BackdropEZ"
Turn off TealEcho first before enabling BackdropEZ. Then, turn it back on afterwards. Also, check the 'Force bg erase' option in the TealEcho preferences screen. This should catch most screen erase problems, but EZBackdrop might still miss some in fast-changing displays.

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<HEADER TEXT="Using the Program" ALIGN=CENTER STYLE=UNDERLINE FONT=1>
Once installed, Simply write in the graffiti area. Your stroke should appear in the lower middle region of the display as you write.
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<HEADER TEXT="Revision History" ALIGN=CENTER STYLE=UNDERLINE FONT=1>

Version 2.05 - 3/3/00
• Fixed crash on options screen in OS 3.5

Version 2.04 - 1/5/00
• Added optional background erasing
• Added optional line thickness control
• Added optional border area drawing
• Added optional 'EZBACKDROP' compatibility
• Added optional 'draw in corner' mode
• Added code to prevent background corruption when an entered stroke opens a new form
• Added code to disable TealEcho when in greyscale mode under Palm OS 3.0+ (Palm III or higher)
• Added code for compatibility with upcoming color devices

Version 1.43
• OS 3.1 compatibility, fixed graphic glitches

Version 1.33
• Optimized display code

Version 1.32
• Optimized character code

Version 1.31
• Added semaphore code for stability
• Increased speed and compatibility, cursor interaction
• Rewritten, taking new approach to resolve display conflicts
• Fixed glitches when updating at the same time as main program

Version 1.10
• Fixed rare display errors

Version 1.08
• Made more stable

Version 1.07
• Now even better with dialog boxes.

Version 1.05
• Now works properly in dialog boxes.

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<HEADER TEXT="Contact Info" ALIGN=CENTER STYLE=UNDERLINE FONT=1>
"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
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<HEADER TEXT="Registering" ALIGN=CENTER STYLE=UNDERLINE FONT=1>
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

<HEADER TEXT="Disclaimer" ALIGN=CENTER STYLE=UNDERLINE FONT=1>
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.
