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- * BLACKJACK PLUS Product Information (BJP_INFO.TXT) *
- * *
- * Designed and developed by Jon Turcsanyi *
- * Copyright 1991, 1992, 1993 All Rights Reserved *
- * *
- * MUSICODE SOFTWARE *
- * 40108 Hiway 49, Suite C-280 *
- * Oakhurst, CA 93644 (209) 966-3477 *
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- This is a program for the IBM PC & Compatibles with EGA/VGA Graphics
- It is a DOS program that will also run under Windows.
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- >>>>>>>>>> COMING SOON: WINDOWS Version! <<<<<<<<<<
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- BLACKJACK PLUS is a Shareware Product, you may try it before you buy it.
- IF YOU USE THIS SOFTWARE, YOU ARE LEGALLY REQUIRED TO PAY FOR IT!
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- * DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY *
- * BLACKJACK PLUS IS SUPPLIED "AS IS". MUSICODE SOFTWARE AND THE *
- * AUTHOR DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, *
- * AND WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, AND *
- * OF FITNESS FOR ANY PURPOSE. THE USER MUST ASSUME THE ENTIRE RISK *
- * OF USING THE PROGRAM. ANY LIABILITY OF THE SELLER WILL BE LIMITED *
- * EXCLUSIVELY TO PRODUCT REPLACEMENT OR REFUND OF THE PURCHASE PRICE *
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- ** BLACKJACK PLUS Registration **
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- Send registration form (BJP_REG.TXT) along with your check or money
- order for $20.00 plus $5 shipping/handling to the address above.
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- You will be sent 'BLACKJACK PLUS PROFESSIONAL'. This version
- includes many additional features (see below) and a printed manual.
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- Registered users are provided technical support, notification of
- program updates, and information about new products.
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- ** BLACKJACK PLUS Files **
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- These files (5) must all be copied when sharing BLACKJACK PLUS:
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- BJP.EXE BJP.RSC BJP_INFO.TXT BJP_MAN.TXT BJP_REG.TXT
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- ** BLACKJACK PLUS Program Features **
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- This program provides a REALISTIC CASINO SIMULATION! It's easy to use
- and is designed for beginners as well as experts. In addition to being
- fun and exciting to play, you will be able to practice and perfect your
- blackjack skills.
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- Increase your chances of winning in the casino by learning what to do
- in each playing situation. Included is Basic Strategy that all new
- players should learn and is recognized by the experts.
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- When you're ready to go on, 'BLACKJACK PLUS PROFESSIONAL' will allow you
- to explore card counting and advanced playing and betting strategies.
- Your FREE copy of 'BLACKJACK PLUS PROFESSIONAL' will be sent when you
- become a registered user (see BJP_REG.TXT).
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- The operation of 'BLACKJACK PLUS' and 'BLACKJACK PLUS PROFESSIONAL'
- are based on the strategy that has been assigned to each player.
- Each strategy is made up of a play decision table, betting system and
- insurance choice (Professional version also has counting systems and
- count decision tables). The AUTOMATIC, FEEDBACK and BACKGROUND play modes
- are controlled by the selected strategy.
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- With 'BLACKJACK PLUS PROFESSIONAL', you can edit the decision tables
- that are preset in 'BLACKJACK PLUS'. You can program card counting and
- advanced playing strategies for each player. Set up, evaluate and learn
- strategies of the masters; Canfield, Revere, Thorpe, Uston, Wong, etc.
- Complete game set-ups may be saved to disk. Strategies and the play Log
- may be printed.
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- Playing Modes:
- MANUAL - You specity each action. When in doubt, use the
- 'Hint' feature to remind yourself of the correct
- play (according to the chosen strategy).
- AUTO - players operate automatically.
- FEEDBACK - Teaches strategies by informing the player of wrong
- plays and bets (according to the chosen strategy).
- BACKGROUND - Test strategies at the speed of the computer! You
- specify number of hands to play, then compare results.
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- Choose where you want to sit, how to bet, whether to take insurance, etc.
- * Specify 1-7 players at the table. Place yourself at any position.
- * Specify each player's stake, strategy, bet, etc.
- * Use keyboard, mouse and/or joysticks to navigate program.
- * Adjust the game playing speed.
- * Play with one to nine decks.
- * Adjust the deck penetration (when dealer will shuffle).
- * Specify how many hands to be played (1-999,999).
- * Specify whether hand totals and card counts should be displayed.
- * Set the casino house rules: when dealer stands or hits soft 17,
- which cards may be doubled, whether surrender is allowed.
- * Take or refuse insurance when dealer has an ace showing.
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- Two basic strategies are provided: one for single deck play
- one for multi-deck play
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- 'HINT' feature shows you the correct play (according to the selected
- strategy) when you aren't sure what to do.
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- Statistics are accumulated for each player, may be viewed and printed:
- * How many hands were played.
- * How many hands were won, lost or pushed.
- * How many hands were doubled or split.
- * How many blackjacks.
- * Total amount wagered.
- * Amounts won & lost, percentages, etc.
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- *** WHEN YOU REGISTER YOU WILL RECEIVE: ***
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- 'BLACKJACK PLUS PROFESSIONAL' and a printed manual.
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- What does this mean? Finally, you are able to try out all those
- different strategies and practice counting methods. You will be able
- program any playing, betting and counting strategies. Run up to
- 999,999 hands automatically to quickly compare different strategies.
- See why you have lost in the past and how you can win in the future!
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- 'BLACKJACK PLUS PROFESSIONAL' includes all the features noted above,
- and the following features as well:
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- * Easily program any playing, betting and counting strategy!
- Edit the strategy table and set up strategies the masters use;
- Canfield, Revere, Thorpe, Uston, Wong, etc. Or, come up with your own!
- * You can set each player to a different strategy and compare results
- by reviewing the statistics that are gathered for you.
- * Print any strategy for study and comparison.
- * Set individual card count values & true count methods.
- * Set up count adjusted playing and betting decisions.
- * Use an ace side count for betting.
- * Make insurance decisions based on a count.
- * Set up win/loss betting stategies.
- * Copy, save and print out entire strategies.
- * Save your setups, including all game rules, settings and strategies.
- * Play log may be printed showing all play action taken by each
- player and ordered by each playing session (date & time)!
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- THE PROGRAMMABLE VERSION WILL BE SENT TO YOU WHEN YOU REGISTER!
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