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Version 1.12
Copyright(c) 1993, 1994 by Jim Larson - KK7A
CompuServe ID: 73517,473
Overview
Identify is a simple utility which provides an Amateur Radio
Identification reminder via your PC running Microsoft Windows 3.1
The program actually speaks using Wave files via a sound card or
via the PC speaker with the drivers provided in the SPEAK.EXE
archive file found in the same library where you obtained this
program. You can select the wave file and the duration of the
identification reminder at any time. Every x number of minutes,
the Identify program will remind you to identify and then reset
itself for another go around.
Identify is distributed via the Shareware concept. Please give as
many copies of this Shareware version away as you like providing
you distribute the original ID112.EXE file.
Installation
If you have made it far enough to read this file, then you were
successful at extracting the programs from the distribution file.
One of the files, BWCC.DLL must be copied to your WINDOWS\SYSTEM
directory. This file is copyrighted by Borland International, Inc.
1993, 1994 and is used to display "fancier" screens.
If you already have a sound card installed in your PC and you can
play Wave files, then the majority of the install process is
complete. If you do not, then you must first install the sound
card and drivers or install the sound drivers contained in the
SPEAK.EXE file mentioned above. You can test the successful
installation of the sound driver by selecting the "Sound Recorder"
from the Accessories group provided with Microsoft Windows 3.1.
Installation of the actual Identify program is accomplished by
simply copying the IDENTIFY.EXE file to whichever directory you
wish to run it from and issuing the "File" and "Run" from the
Windows Program Manager. You can also make an easier access
startup by starting up your Windows File Manager and "Dragging"
the IDENTIFY.EXE file over to one of your program groups in your
Program Manager. When you do this, you will see the "ID" icon in
your Program Manager. Double click on the "ID" icon and you will
see the "About Identify" box displayed on the screen. Click on OK
and you will be presented with the main program window. Click on
"File" and "Select .WAV file". A dialog box will appear allowing
you to select the Wave file you would like to have Identify use.
Once selected, every 10 minutes this Wave file will be played
reminding you to Identify. The duration between identification
reminders is changed by selecting the "File", and "Set Timer
Duration." These are the only two configuration options in the
current version of Identify. The configuration options are saved
in your Windows directory in a file called "IDENTIFY.INI" and will
be reloaded each time you start "Identify."
That is all there is to it. A very simple but useful tool for use
around the ham shack. I have had many additional ideas from various
hams around the country that I will be incorporating into future
versions of the software.
Also included in the ID112.EXE archive are Wave files that
specifically remind you to "Please Identify."
As mentioned earlier, this software is distributed as Shareware.
If you find this program useful and would like to be notified of
new versions of the program when they are available please register
the software. You will receive a "key" to turn off the initial and
termination "About Box." The fee is only 5 dollars and includes the
next release of the software mailed to your location. If this is
too much, then at least send a post card so I can see how many people
find this program useful in their shack.
The "too bad it's necessary" stuff
USE BY YOU OF THIS SOFTWARE IS AT YOUR OWN RISK. THE SOFTWARE IS
PROVIDED FOR USE ONLY WITH MICROSOFT WINDOWS 3.1. THE SOFTWARE IS
PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND. I DISCLAIM ALL
WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING,
WITHOUT LIMITATION, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
I maintain NO LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. In no event
shall I be liable for any damages whatsoever (including, without
limitation, damages for loss of business profits, business
interruption, loss of business information, or other pecuniary loss)
arising out of the use or inability to use this product.
In other words, have fun using the utility and remember that I
will give you your 5 dollar registration back if you feel it
necessary!
IDENTIFY Version 1.12 - Registration
Name:____________________________________ Call: ____________
Address:____________________________________________________
City:____________________________ St:_______ Zip:_____________
CompuServe or Internet ID:____________________________________
Floppy disk size (circle one) 3.5" or 5.25" - required for next version.
Computer type (286, 386, etc.):_________________________________
How much memory:__________________________________________
Comments: _________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________
Send your 5 dollar registration to:
Jim Larson - KK7A
2005 Regal Drive
Boise, ID 83704