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// HOME MANAGER 1.0 \\ |
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// Copyright (c) 1987 \\|
// Applied Micro Systems Technology \\
// September 20, 1987 \\
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| The Home Manager is a dedicated database program for |
| IBM Personal Computers and 100% compatibles. Applied |
| Micro Systems Technology reserves the COPYRIGHT to this |
| program and all related materials. The user is granted |
| a non-exclusive license to use the program and is |
| encouraged to make a donation if the program is found to |
| be useful. $15 is recommended and $35 will entitle the |
| user to full registration including notice of updates, |
| support, and input to product improvements. If sending |
| a donation for full registration, use the form included |
| at the end of the documentation. Send donations to: |
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| | | | Applied Micro Systems Technology | |
| | @| | 219 N. Franklin | |
| | | | Ames, Iowa 50010 | |
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|============================================================|
The user is also granted permission to make unlimited copies of
the program and to distribute those copies as long as no fee is
charged for the program. A duplication charge not to exceed $5
may be collected.
Applied Micro Systems Technology specifically disclaims all
warantees, expressed or implied, including but not limited to,
implied warantees of merchantability and fitness for any
particular purpose. In no event shall Applied Micro Systems
Technology be liable for any loss of profit or any other
commercial damage, including but not limited to special,
incidental, consequential or other damages.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
-----------------
INTRODUCTION .................................... 1
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS ............................. 2
INSTALLATION .................................... 3
REQUIRED FILES .................................. 4
GENERAL OVERVIEW ................................ 5
PROGRAM DATABASES ............................... 6
DATA ENTRY SCREENS .............................. 8
BACKING UP THE DATABASES ........................ 9
ASSET/LIABILITY DATABASE ........................ 10
BUDGET DATABASE ................................. 11
BUDGET DETAIL DATABASE .......................... 12
ENVELOPE PRINTING ............................... 13
FINANCIAL CALCULATOR ............................ 14
HOME MAINTENANCE DATABASE ....................... 15
LISTS DATABASE .................................. 16
MISCELLANEOUS FUNCTIONS (Export, Fixup) ........ 17
PHONEBOOK DATABASE .............................. 18
RECORDS DATABASE ................................ 20
SETUP ........................................... 21
TODOLIST DATABASE ............................... 22
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE DATABASE .................... 23
COMMON QUESTIONS ................................ 24
REGISTRATION FORM ............................... 25
INTRODUCTION
------------
I, like many of you, am a computer enthusiast and part-time
programmer. I have been programming on a semi-professional basis
for about three years now, and I have decided to enter the
user-supported software market. The Home Manager is my first
attempt at such a program, and I sincerely hope you find it to be
useful and easy to use.
The Home Manager arose from my dissatisfaction with the multitude
of programs I have been forced to use when attempting to manage
the details of operating a home. Yes, I have very good
spreadsheet, database, and word processing software, but even the
good ones force me to do things in a somewhat convoluted fashion.
With the Home Manager, I have attempted to encapsulate, within a
single program, the primary data management tasks around the home.
I have also added a few extras to make the program more useful
(such as data export and a built-in calculator and calendar). The
Home Manager currently supports the following functions:
Asset/Lia: Make a database of assets and liabilities and
print net worth statement
Budget: Budget and track your home finances and print net
worth, etc...
DetBudg: Enter budget detail lines
Envelope: Print an address on envelope (laser printers
only)
Finance: Calculate payments, interest, etc...
Home: Schedule and track maintenance on your home
Lists: Make a database of general items
Misc: Export databases or attempt to fix databases and
regain disk space
Phone: Make a database of names and addresses and print
labels
Records: Make a database of your important records
Setup: Select program options
Todolist: Create a general database of things to do
Vehicle: Track your vehicle maintenance
As I mentioned, this is my first public offering. I am more than
willing to enhance the program to meet the needs of you, the user.
I am already incorporating a simple word processor into the
program that will import the phone database. Other suggestions
are welcome. As you are well aware, part of the reward for
writing well-received software is monetary. If you like the Home
Manager, I would appreciate a $15 donation to my programming
habit. If you would like to receive notices of future upgrades, a
contribution of $35 is requested. Please use the registration
form in this manual when sending contributions.
The remainder of this documentation provides specific details on
each the the major program function outlined below. In each
section, special features are discussed. Happy computing!
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SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
-------------------
This program requires the following hardware and software to
correctly operate:
o IBM or strictly compatible computer
o 256K minimum memory
o 2 floppy disks or a hard disk
o MS-DOS version 2.0 or greater
o Color/graphics, monochrome, or EGA display adaptor
o CONFIG.SYS must have FILES=10 or higher
A hard disk would be helpful, but is not necessary. The speed of
the program is reduced substantially when operating on a 2-floppy
system.
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INSTALLATION
------------
Installation of this program is as simple as operating the program
itself. Follow these installation instructions carefully. If any
problems are encountered, first check your computer. If you still
have problems, enlist the aid of someone who is perhaps more
knowledgeable with computers than yourself (if you know such a
person). A third, but slower alternative, is to drop me a line
and I will try to give you some assistance (note that registered
users will receive highest priority!).
The program is contained in archive form in the file "HM10.ARC".
To install on a 2-floppy system:
1) Place Home Manager disk in drive A:
2) Place formatted (non-system) disk in drive B:
3) Type:
PKXARC HM10 B:
To install on a hard disk:
1) Copy files to desired subdirectory.
2) Change to that subdirectory with 'CD' command.
3) Type:
PKXARC HM10
4) You may then delete the 'HM10.ARC' and 'PKXARC.COM'
files from your hard disk.
To print the documentation, type: COPY HMGR10.TXT PRN:
To run the program, type: HM
************************** IMPORTANT **************************
In order for the Home Manager to operate correctly, your
CONFIG.SYS file must have the following line:
FILES=10 (or higher)
*****************************************************************
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REQUIRED FILES
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To run the program, several files must be available. Following is
a list of the Home Manager program and data files. The first
group is the program and related files. The second group is the
data files that the Home Manager creates as needed. The second
group would be the files to back up when storing your data.
Program files:
HM.COM THE HOME MANAGER PROGRAM
HM.000 PART OF THE HOME MANAGER
HM.001 "
HM.002 "
HM.003 "
HM.004 "
HM.005 "
HM.SCR HOME MANAGER SCREENS
Data files:
HMAST.DAT ASSET/LIABILITY DATABASE
HMAST1.IDX " INDEX
HMAST2.IDX " INDEX
HMBDG.DAT BUDGET DATABASE
HMBDG1.IDX " INDEX
HMBDG2.IDX " INDEX
HMDEFS.DAT PROGRAM DEFAULT DATA
HMDET.DAT BUDGET DETAIL DATABASE
HMDET1.IDX " INDEX
HMDET2.IDX " INDEX
HMDET3.IDX " INDEX
HMHMT.DAT HOME MAINT. DATABASE
HMHMT1.IDX " INDEX
HMHMT2.IDX " INDEX
HMHMT3.IDX " INDEX
HMLST.DAT GENERAL LISTS DATABASE
HMLST1.IDX " INDEX
HMLST2.IDX " INDEX
HMLST3.IDX " INDEX
HMPHN.DAT PHONE BOOK DATABASE
HMPHN1.IDX " INDEX
HMPHN2.IDX " INDEX
HMREC.DAT RECORDS DATABASE
HMREC1.IDX " INDEX
HMREC2.IDX " INDEX
HMTDO.DAT TODO LIST DATABASE
HMTDO1.IDX " INDEX
HMVMT.DAT VEHICLE MAINT. DATABASE
HMVMT1.IDX " INDEX
HMVMT2.IDX " INDEX
HMVMT3.IDX " INDEX
HMVMT4.IDX " INDEX
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GENERAL PROGRAM USE
-------------------
When the program is run (by typing HM from the DOS prompt), a
slight delay will occur as the program loads the screen file.
Next, the main program screen will appear. The top line of the
screen displays the name and version of the program and a
copyright notice. The center portion of the screen displays a
detailed copyright notice and will later be used to display
program information. The bottom section of the screen displays
the command menus with a single line explaining the current
command.
At any time during the operation of the program, you may press the
[Alt-C] key combination to activate an on-screen calculator. The
[Esc] key will return you to the program at the point from which
you started the calculator. Another "always available" command is
the [Alt-L] command which displays an on-screen perpetual
calendar. Again, the [Esc] key will return you to the point at
which the calendar was activated.
Program functions are executed through the list of commands shown
in the bottom area of the screen. These commands may be executed
in two ways. First, the [space], [BackSpace], or [left/right
arrow] keys may be used to highlight the desired command; the
[return] key is then pressed to execute the highlighted command.
The second and fastest method to run a command is to press the
first letter of the command. The command corresponding to the
selected letter will be immediately executed
Some commands will simply move to another command list. The name
of the current command list is always shown on the upper left
corner of the command list box. You may move to a previous
command list by pressing the [Esc] key. Each command list also
has a QUIT command which may be used to move to the previous
command list. A complete list of the commands in this program is
found later in this documentation.
Occasionally, you will be presented with a vertical list of
choices for some program options. Select from these lists by
pressing the up or down arrow keys to move the highlight bar and
press [return] when the desired option is highlighted. If the
first letters of the options are shown in bold characters, you may
press the corresponding letter to make a selection. You may
optionally press the [Esc] key to abort the selection process. In
general, the [Esc] key serves to abort any operation or selection.
To quit the program and return to the operating system, press
[Esc] or select QUIT from the Main Menu command list.
NEVER TURN THE COMPUTER OFF WHILE THE PROGRAM IS OPERATING.
ALWAYS QUIT FIRST. DAMAGE TO DATABASES COULD RESULT FROM TURNING
THE COMPUTER OFF AT THE WRONG TIME! ALSO, FLOPPY DISK USERS
SHOULD NEVER CHANGE OR REMOVE DISKS UNTIL PROMPTED TO DO SO!!!
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PROGRAM DATABASES
-----------------
There are 9 databases contained in this program. They are:
o Asset/liability database
o Budget database
o Budget detail database
o Home maintenance database
o Lists database
o Phonebook database
o Records database
o Todo list database
o Vehicle maintenance database
Each of these databases will be discussed in detail in separate
sections of this documentation.
In general, the program databases operate in the same fashion.
After selecting the appropriate database from the program main
menu, a screen will appear that displays information relative to
the database in use. The name of the database will be shown in
the upper left corner of the screen. On the same line, the
current order of the database will be displayed, followed by the
number of records currently stored in the database, and finally,
the number of records that may still be added to the database
(dependent on disk space remaining). A maximum of 32,767 records
may be stored in a single database. Floppy disk users will be
much more restricted in the size of their databases.
Many of the commands used in the databases are common and are
discussed here. Those commands that are not common to all
databases are discussed in the section relative to that database.
Browse: Shows the records in tabular format. The [PgUp/PgDn],
[Home], [End] and [up/down arrow] keys may be used to
move through the list. [Esc] returns to the original
database screen at the original record and [return] will
select the record that the arrow is pointing to.
Delete: Deletes the current record after user confirmation.
Enter: Enters a new record into the current database. For an
explanation of data entry, see the section on Data Entry
Screens.
Find: Finds a record matching the current order key. You will
be prompted to enter a key to match. You may enter a
partial key and the program will attempt to find the
closest match.
Next-Rec: Displays the next record in current order.
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Order: Changes the order that records will be displayed. A
list of choices will appear from which you may select
the desired order.
Prev-Rec: Displays the previous record in current order.
Report: Prints a report of the data in the current database.
The reports vary, depending on which database you are
using.
Update: Updates the current database record. For an explanation
of data entry, see the section on Data Entry Screens.
Quit: Quits from the current database and returns to the main
menu.
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DATA ENTRY SCREENS
------------------
At many points in the program, you will be using the ENTER and
UPDATE commands to enter and/or change information on the screen.
This procedure is generally the same and is outlined here.
Differences that occur in this procedure are covered in the
appropriate detail sections of this documentation.
After you have selected the ENTER or UPDATE command, a flashing
"*" will appear on the data screen to indicate where your
information is to be entered. A cursor will also show the current
position within a data field. (Data fields are the highlighted
areas of the screen). Some or all of the following commands will
be available for data entry:
[left/right arrow]: Moves the cursor within the current
field. If the cursor is at the first
position within a field, then the
previous field will be selected. If the
cursor is at the last position within a
field, then the next field will be
selected.
[up/down arrow]: Select the previous or next data field
for editing.
[F3]: Same as left or down arrow for previous
field.
[F4]: Same as right or down arrow for next
field
[F5]: Accepts changes to the current record
and moves to the previous record of the
database. (Not available in Enter mode.)
[F6]: Accepts changes to the current record
and moves to the next record of the
database.
[Enter/return]: Same as right or down arrow for next
field.
[Esc]: Aborts changes made to the current
record and completes Enter/Update
action.
[F10]: Accepts changes made to the current
record and completes Enter/Update
actions.
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BACKING UP THE DATABASES
------------------------
Power outages and surges as well as computer malfunctions may
cause corruption to occur in the databases of the program. The
only security you have against such problems is to make regular
backups of your data. It is suggested that you use a rotated
backup routine where you keep two copies of backups. Alternate
between these disks each time you perform a backup.
When making your backups, you may either use the backup program
that comes with your DOS disks; or any other commercial backup
program. To backup your data, you must specify all files that end
with a ".DAT" extension.
If the need ever arises to restore your databases from your backup
disks, follow the procedure in your backup program documentation
to restore your data. Then, before using any other function of
the program, use the FIXUP command on each of the databases. The
FIXUP command (explained later) will recreate your database files.
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ASSET/LIABILITY DATABASE
------------------------
DESCRIPTION
The Asset/liability database is used to store information
regarding items of worth that you own or items on which you owe
money.
DATA FIELDS
ITEM NAME: The name of the asset/liability.
IDENTIFIER: A description (such as Serial# or Loan# used
to identify the asset/liability.
ASSET/LIABILITY (A/L): Is this an asset or liability?
DATES: The ORIGINAL (starting), REVIEWED (last look),
and ENDING (final) dates.
AMOUNTS: The ORIGINAL (starting), REVIEWED (last look),
and ENDING (final) amounts or values.
REVIEW FREQUENCY (wks): How often do you wish to review this
asset/liability.
NEXT REVIEW: The date that the next review should be done.
This value is automatically calculated by the
program by adding REVIEW FREQUENCY to REVIEWED
DATE.
SPECIAL COMMANDS
There are no special commands in the asset/liability database.
You may wish to note, however, that one of the reports in this
database is a net worth statement (handy!).
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BUDGET DATABASE
---------------
DESCRIPTION
The Budget database is used to track your actual expenditures and
compare them with budgeted amounts. (If they are the same, you
are doing better than I am). This database is primarily a summary
of the information entered in the Budget Detail database. You may
only modify the Budget amounts directly, while the actual amounts
are obtained from the budget detail. Reports include Budget and
Actual comparisons and summaries.
DATA FIELDS
ACCOUNT: A description of the account (like food, gas, etc.)
GROUP: Used to separate budget categories into groups if
you wish to maintain quasi-separate accounting for
business/personal spending or if you wish to
separate certain categories of budget items into
groups.
INC/EXP (I/E): Is this an income or expense item?
BUDGET AMOUNTS: Single month budget amounts and a
year-to-date total.
ACTUAL AMOUNTS: Single month actual amounts (calculated by
the program from data in the Budget Detail
database).
Tax Deductable? A flag to indicate whether this item is tax
deductable (used later on summary reports).
SPECIAL COMMANDS
There are no special commands in the Budget database.
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BUDGET DETAIL DATABASE
----------------------
DESCRIPTION
The Budget Detail database is used to accumulate single
expenditure or income transactions. The data from the Budget
Detail database is then used to update the totals found in the
Budget database ACTUAL AMOUNT columns. This database is your
detailed source of where your money is going (but only if you use
it and keep it up to date). You must enter some accounts in the
Budget database before you may enter transactions.
DATA FIELDS
DETAIL NUMBER: A number that is automatically assigned by
the program to keep some type of order.
TRANSACTION DATE: Date the transaction took place
BUDGET ACCOUNT: Account in the Budget database in which you
want this transaction to be entered. A list
of accounts will "pop" onto the screen when
you reach this field, and you may then
select from the list. You must have entered
some accounts in the Budget database before
the program will allow you to enter
transactions.
AMOUNT: Dollar amount of the transaction
NOTES/COMMENTS: General comments about the transaction,
such as check#, etc...
HAVE CHANGES BEEN MADE TO THIS RECORD SINCE LAST TRANSFER?
This field is automatically maintained by
the program. See TRANSFER below.
SPECIAL COMMANDS
The only special command in the Budget Detail database is the
TRANSFER command. Whenever a change is made to the Budget Detail
database (or new transactions are entered), the "Changed" flag for
the new or changed record is set to TRUE. Before these changes
are reflected in the account totals found in the Budget database,
you must use the TRANSFER command to send the new or updated
totals into the associated accounts. When entering the Budget
database, the program will ask if you have transferred all
transactions, just to make sure that your totals will be correct.
There is no harm in running the TRANSFER command when there are
not any new transactions.. no changes will be made in the budget
database.
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ENVELOPE
--------
DESCRIPTION
The Envelope command is used to print addresses on envelopes on HP
Laserjet printers only. If you do not have an HP Laserjet, then
you must resort to the LABELS command found in the Phone Book
database. Make sure that you have configured the program for the
Laserjet (see SETUP). If you have entered any names in the Phone
Book database, you will be able to put them on an envelope with
ease (see the GetName command in this section). Even if you
haven't entered any names in the Phone Book database, you will
still be able to print envelopes. This command only works with
letter size (business) envelopes.
DATA FIELDS
MAILING ADDRESS: Five lines of address to mail to
RETURN ADDRESS: Five lines for the return address
SPECIAL COMMANDS
The envelope command does not directly use a database, therefore,
the commands found here are somewhat different than the database
commands. However, the screen editing is still similar. The
commands are as follows:
Getname: Get a name and address from the phonebook database.
A list of names from the Phone Book database will
appear on the screen. You may use the cursor,
PgUp, PgDn, or first letter of name to select a
name. [Return] will place the current name into
mailing address field of the envelope screen.
Print: Print the current name and address on an envelope.
The program will automatically set your laser
printer to manual feed mode and return it to the
default state when finished.
Reset: Not Printer Reset! Sets return address to default
Savedef: Save the return address as a default
Update: Update the current name and address
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FINANCIAL CALCULATOR
--------------------
DESCRIPTION
The financial calculator is a set of 8 data screens (called
"scenarios") that allow you to fill in the blanks to calculate
answers to some standard financial questions such as payments on a
loan, etc...
DATA FIELDS
The data fields in the financial calculator will vary depending on
the "scenario" you have selected. The program will be asking for
some of the following information on each screen:
Present Value: The current value of the loan or account
Future Value: The value at some time in the future of the
loan or account
APR: The annual percentage rate of interest
charged or earned
Payment: The amount paid on a loan or withdrawn from
an account at periodic intervals
# Payments: The total number of periods in question.
Remember to enter the number of months if
that is what the program is asking for! This
might be a good place to use the built-in
calculator [Alt-C].
SPECIAL COMMANDS
To use the financial calculator, you must first select a SCENARIO
that matches a situation you are investigating. After your
selection is made, a new screen of information will replace this
one. The screen will describe the scenario and there will be
places for you to enter pieces of information that the program
needs. These data entry areas will be the inverse areas of the
screen. The UPDATE command allows you to change the scenario
information.
After you have entered the numbers that fit your situation,
pressing F10 will cause the program to calculate the results. You
may use UPDATE again to change the numbers, or REPORT to print the
results. If you would like to pick a different scenario, just
pick SCENARIO again.
Report: Print a financial report
Scenario: Select a financial scenario
Update: Update the finance data and calculate results
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HOME MAINTENANCE DATABASE
-------------------------
DESCRIPTION
The Home Maintenance database is used to track expenditures or
planned maintenance on your home (or even income property).
DATA FIELDS
MAINTENANCE DESCRIPTION: A description of the maintenance
done or planned.
PROPERTY ID: Some type of identifier for the property.
Most useful when tracking maintenance on
several properties.
WORK COMPLETED ON: Date the work was completed
MATERIAL: The source and cost of materials for the work
LABOR: The source and cost of the labor for the work
TOTAL $: The total of labor and material costs for the work
SPECIAL COMMANDS
There are no special commands in the Home Maintenance database.
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LISTS DATABASE
--------------
DESCRIPTION
The lists database is used for whatever you want to keep track of.
The data fields provide the capability to categorize items into
meaningful groups. I use this database to maintain a list of my
software, magazine articles, books and movies that I have
recorded.
DATA FIELDS
ITEM DESCRIPTION: A description of the item (obviously!)
ID CODE: A code used to identify the group that this item
belongs to (used if you are using the Lists
database for more than one type of item like I do).
DATE FIELD: A date that means whatever you want it to.
NUMERIC FIELD: A number that means whatever you want it to.
TEXT FIELD: A long text field that allows for at least some
detail in your list.
SPECIAL COMMANDS
There are no special commands in the Lists database.
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MISCELLANEOUS FUNCTIONS
-----------------------
DESCRIPTION
Miscellaneous functions is the command I use when I can't find
something better to do! Actually, there are two commands within
the MISC command; EXPORT and FIXUP.
EXPORT sends data from any of the program databases to a text file
so that you may use the Home Manager data with other programs.
Each record is output to the user-selected file on a single line,
with each field separated by a comma. The data is output in the
following format:
Strings: Enclosed in quotes
Numbers: No quotes, accuracy same as on screen
Dates: MM/DD/YY, enclosed in quotes.
Yes/No: Either "Y" or "N"
The FIXUP command automatically performs two functions. First,
FIXUP attempts to recreate the index files (those ending in
".IDX") associated with the database you attempt to FIXUP. This
may be necessary if your database(s) somehow become corrupted (via
a power outage, etc..) or if you have restored your databases from
a backup. Running FIXUP on a non-corrupted database will cause no
harm. If errors still persist after running FIXUP, then I hope
you have a good backup!!
The second of FIXUP's functions is to attempt to reclaim unused
disk space. When you use the Home Manager databases, each record
you create with ENTER will grab more disk space. So far, so good.
If you delete some of the records later, the records will be gone,
but the database size will not decrease. This is because deleted
records are simply marked as deleted, but are not actually
removed. FIXUP is similar to other programs' PURGE command, which
actually removes the unused records from the database(s). Unused
records don't really hurt anything because they will be used for
newly ENTERed records.
Any time you run FIXUP, both of the described functions will be
attempted. If you are short on disk space, one or both of the
functions may not be able to operate.
DATA FIELDS
There are no data fields in the MISC command.
SPECIAL COMMANDS
There are no special commands in the MISC command.
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PHONEBOOK DATABASE
------------------
DESCRIPTION
I have found this to be one of the more useful parts of the Home
Manager. The Phonebook database is used to store names and
addresses. While on the surface this may not seem too exciting,
look deeper.
The Phonebook database is set up for coded access. By assigning
single letter codes (up to 10 of them), you can create a highly
specialized address book. The Phonebook can print a selected
group of names that match certain codes, either on plain paper or
labels. You can even print a list of birthdays for each month of
the year.
DATA FIELDS
NAME: Person's name
SPECIAL CODE: Up to 10 single character codes to associate
the person with a certain group.
ADDRESS: Up to 4 lines of address
PHONES: Space for both home and work phone
CODES &
DESCRIPTIONS: A list of up to 10 user-definable single
letter codes used to identify groups. You may
use codes that are not in this list, but it
will be up to you to remember what they mean.
USE BIRTHDAY FIELD? If set to "N", the BIRTHDAY field will
not be used.
BIRTHDAY: The person's birthday
MISC. COMMENTS: Other comments you may wish to add
SPECIAL COMMANDS
The CODES command is used to set the user-definable special codes.
Updates are similar to the database commands. All characters in
the codes are converted to upper case.
The LABEL command is used to print labels. When you select the
LABELS command, you will be given the opportunity to edit the
label specifications as follows:
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LABEL SPECIFICATIONS
PROMPT ON EACH NAME? If "Y", the program will stop after each
name to ask if you want to print it.
PRINT CONDENSED? If "Y", the labels will be printed in
17 cpi mode (necessary with 3-up labels)
MANUAL FEED LABELS? If "Y", manual feed will be used on your
printer. The program will prompt you
when a page of labels is required.
SPECIAL CODE MATCH A single character code to match from
the list of special codes.
TOP OF PAGE MARGIN Number of lines to skip at the top of
each page.
LABELS PER ROW The number of labels per row.
LABELS PER PAGE The total number of labels per page.
START COLUMNS: #1 The starting column position for each
#2 column of labels printed. Remember to
#3 count 17 cpi if printing condensed.
LABELS SPECIFICATION EXAMPLES
HP Laserjet, 3-up labels:
PROMPT ON EACH NAME? N
PRINT CONDENSED? Y
MANUAL FEED LABELS? Y
SPECIAL CODE MATCH Whatever you want
TOP OF PAGE MARGIN 4
LABELS PER ROW 3
LABELS PER PAGE 27
START COLUMNS: #1 0
#2 50
#3 95
IBM/Epson DMP, 1-up labels:
PROMPT ON EACH NAME? N
PRINT CONDENSED? N
MANUAL FEED LABELS? N
SPECIAL CODE MATCH Whatever you want
TOP OF PAGE MARGIN 0
LABELS PER ROW 1
LABELS PER PAGE 11
START COLUMNS: #1 2
#2 0
#3 0
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RECORDS DATABASE
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DESCRIPTION
The Records database is used to maintain a list of your important
records (like wills, insurance policies, etc...), their locations,
and desired review dates.
DATA FIELDS
RECORD DESCRIPTION: A description of the record
CURRENT LOCATION: Where the record is stored
ORIGINAL DATE: Date the record was first created
REVIEWED DATE: The last date the record was reviewed
ENDING DATE: Termination date of the record
REVIEW FREQUENCY (wks): How often you wish to review this
record
NEXT REVIEW: Calculated by the program, this is the
REVIEWED DATE + REVIEW FREQUENCY.
SPECIAL COMMANDS
There are no special commands in the Records database.
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SETUP
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DESCRIPTION
The SETUP command is used to establish the configuration for the
Home Manager. In SETUP, you can select program colors and other
defaults.
DATA FIELDS
NORMAL TEXT COLOR: The color (from a list) in which all
normal text will appear. Normal text is
used in all areas that do not demand the
user's attention.
BOLD TEXT COLOR: The color (from a list) in which all
bold text will appear. Bold text is
used in all areas that demand the user's
attention.
BEEPER ON?: If "Y", the computer's beeper will sound
on errors and other places within the
program. Set this to "N" if the sound
drives you crazy.
DATA DRIVE: This is the disk drive letter that your
data will reside on. Floppy users must
run the Home Manager from one disk and
use the other for data.
PRINTER: Currently supported printers are the
IBM/Epson compatibles, HP Laserjets, and
a category called "Other". If you select
"Other", you will be prompted to enter a
string of digits separated by commas that
represent the decimal codes required to
turn condensed print mode of your printer
on and off.
SPECIAL COMMANDS
There are no special commands with SETUP.
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TODO LIST DATABASE
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DESCRIPTION
The Todo List database is used to schedule future activities or to
log past activities. I know that there are many of these programs
available (most of them better). I added this database simply
because I didn't want the user to "have" to use a variety of other
programs to accomplish a complete job of home chores.
DATA FIELDS
DATE: Shedule date
COMMENT: A special comment (like remember a birthday!)
7:00-6:00: A list, by 1/2 hour, of scheduled activities
SPECIAL COMMANDS
There are no special commands in the Todo List database
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VEHICLE MAINTENANCE DATABASE
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DESCRIPTION
The Vehicle Maintenance database is used to track expenditures or
planned maintenance on your vehicle(s).
DATA FIELDS
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE: A description of the maintenance done or
planned.
VEHICLE ID: Some type of identifier for the vehicle.
Most useful when tracking maintenance on
several different vehicles.
WORK COMPLETED ON: Date the work was completed
MATERIAL: The source and cost of materials for the work
LABOR: The source and cost of the labor for the work
TOTAL $: The total of labor and material costs for the work
ODOMETER READING: The current mileage on the vehicle when
the work was performed
SPECIAL COMMANDS
There are no special commands in the Vehicle Maintenance database.
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COMMON QUESTIONS
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Q: I get an I/O Error when trying to use some of the databases.
A: Make sure that your CONFIG.SYS file has FILE=10 or more. If
That is not the problem, then try using the FIXUP command from
the MISC command on the affected database(s).
Q: When using a 2-floppy system, I can't open a database without
getting an error.
A: Make sure the data disk is not almost or completely full. If
it is, then you will have to use a different disk for your
database.
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REGISTRATION FORM
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PROGRAM: Home Manager VERSION: 1.0
Applied Micro Systems Technology
219 N. Franklin, Ames, IA 50010
Name __________________________________________________
Company __________________________________________________
Address __________________________________________________
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Phone ( ) _______________________
Donation $_______ ($15 suggested, $35 for full registration)
(no cash please)
Comments __________________________________________________
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