I've developed several control strip modules. Some of them are direct replacements for modules provided by Apple, but with more options and functionality. And some of them are unique. They are...
Clock CSM
Displays the current time. Via a popup menu, you can customize the appearance of the display.
Sound Volume CSM
A direct replacement for the Sound Volume module provided by Apple. The icon shows the current volume setting in both numeric and pictoral form, so you don't need to bring up the menu to determine the current volume.
Sleep CSM
A direct replacement for the Sleep Now module provided by Apple. Via the popup menu, you can select whether or not to bypass the dialog that appears when AppleTalk is active.
Battery Time CSM
This module displays Apple's estimate of remaining battery time (only available on new model PowerBooks with intelligent batteries), a historical estimate which "learns" your battery use, or the elapsed time spent on battery.
CPU Speed CSM
This module displays the current CPU speed, or indicates with icons fast or reduced clock speed. With a properly equipped PowerBook, you can also change the CPU speed.
Battery CSM
This module displays current battery levels and charger status. It can also display the hard drive state, fast or reduced clock speed, modem status, and estimate of remaining time (with Apple Intelligent batteries only). All this in less space than Apple's battery monitor module!
Temperature CSM
This module displays the internal PowerBook temperature and the battery temperature, as returned by the Power Manager. (Only supported by Duos and PowerBook 500 series).
Application CSM
This module displays the number of applications and desk accessories currently running. The popup menu shows the current foreground application, and lets you switch applications.
AppleTalk CSM
This module replaces Apple's AppleTalk Switch module. It performs the same function - letting you turn on or off AppleTalk - but without all the annoying dialog boxes that Apple's module displays.
EnergyStrip CSM
This module lets you easily and quickly adjust power conservation settings including screen dimming, sleep, and disk spindown.
Power Countdown CSM
This module displays the time left before the various power conservation features become active.
Caps Lock CSM
This module displays the status of the Caps Lock and other modifier keys. You can also have it play a selectable sound when each key is depressed and released.
Volume Pro CSM
Not only can you adjust the speaker volume using this CSM, but you can also adjust the left and right balance!
Drive Space CSM
Shows the amount of free space on any mounted disk volumes.
G3 & G4 Temperature CSM
Shows the core processor temperature on late-model Macintoshes using the G3 or G4 processor.
Server Mode CSM
Controls the "server mode" startup after power failure feature on late-model Macintoshes.
Control Strip Software
All of these modules require Apple's Control Strip software. This software was first included with the PowerBook 500 series and the Duo 280/280c, and is available to all PowerBook owners as part of System 7.5.
These Modules are also compatible with the shareware alternative DeskTop Strip.
Jeremy's Control Strip Modules are shareware!
These modules are shareware. If you find any of them useful, please consider paying the shareware fee. Not only will you help to support my efforts, but by becoming a registered user, I will notify you of future releases by electronic mail. Please see the "Registration form" chapter in this manual for more information.
