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PC-Estimator (tm) Tutorial
Copyright 1988 by CPR, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
You are free to make and distribute unmodified copies of this tutorial
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1. GENERAL INFORMATION
Welcome to PC-Estimator
Shareware Notice
Registration, User Manual and User Support
Disclaimer
2. INTRODUCTION
Minimum System Requirements
Program Installation
Contents of This Tutorial
How to Make a Printed Copy of This Tutorial
What PC-Estimator Offers You
Who Can Benefit from PC-Estimator
Overview of Database Functions
Lookup Windows
On-screen Takeoff Calculator with Memory
File Transfer to dBIII, Lotus, Symphony
3. ESTIMATE BASICS
Introduction
Estimate Identification
Estimate Markup Rates
Labor Wage Rates
Construction Equipment Rates
Standard & Assembly Costcodes
Vendor Identification
4. ESTIMATE DEVELOPMENT
Introduction
Build Estimate Detail
New Estimate from Existing
Setup Work Assemblies
5. REPORTS
Introduction
Display/Print Estimate Identification
Print Labor Wage Rates
Print Construction Equipment Rates
Print Standard & Assembly Costcodes
Display/Print Vendor Identification
Print Work Assembly Listing
Display/Print Estimate Summary
Print Estimate Table Form
Print Estimate Detail Form
Print Cost Item Listing
6. UTILITIES
Setup PC-Estimator Program
Reindex Database Files
7. APPENDIX
Program File Structure
Error Messages
Cursor Controls
1. GENERAL INFORMATION
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>> Welcome to PC-Estimator <<
Welcome to the fascinating and productive world of PC-Estimator.
PC-Estimator is a complete, stand-alone system that does not require the use
or assistance of any other software. All you need is your computer and your
MS-DOS operating system.
PC-Estimator is a slightly abbreviated version of our nationally marketed
system used by general and specialty contractors, engineers, architects,
manufacturers, cost estimators, consultants and other individuals to estimate
costs for projects of all sizes and kind. From high rise projects to tiny
kitchen remodels.
And, since we distribute this version of our system on a shareware basis, you
will be able to tap the productivity of PC-Estimator legally at no or nominal
cost.
>> Shareware Notice <<
With this notice you are granted permission to make, share and distribute
unmodified copies of PC-Estimator program disk and Tutorial. Shareware is a
low cost alternative to commercially available software programs. Please
support shareware by becoming a registered user.
>> Registration, User Manual and User Support <<
The disk that you already own contains the full set of program files as well
as this on-disk tutorial in the form of an ASCII file. You can make a printed
copy of this tutorial as explained in Chapter 2 below.
If you use this program, and want to benefit even more from what it offers,
please consider a full PC-Estimator User Registration. User registration will
provide you with the following benefits.
1. The latest update of PC-Estimator and a user registration number that
entitles you to free, unlimited telephone support from our expert
staff.
2. A printed User Manual with screen reproductions, detailed instructions,
special tips, program structure information and other data.
3. Complete industry-standard costcode database file including built-in
material prices, labor and equipment rates adjusted for the geographic
area that you operate in. The database is set up in the standard CSI
(or AIA) format used by contractors, architects, engineers and
government offices in the USA and covers all 16 construction cost
categories.
4. Periodic free newsletter and program update news and information.
To register: Complete form, include your user registration fee
for $ 69.00 (Check, money order or C.O.D.) and send to:
PC-Estimator, CPR, Inc., P.O. Box 3465, Berkeley, CA 94703
California orders, add 7% sales tax. Add $5.00 for COD or Rush orders.
Use User registration form printed at the end of this tutorial or
supply the following information.
Payment:
__ Check enclosed, __ Money order enclosed, __ Send C.O.D.
Name:_____________________________________________________
Company:__________________________________________________
Address:__________________________________________________
City:__________________ State:________ Zip:_____________
Telephone number:_________________________________________
>> Disclaimer <<
This software product and tutorial was developed in the USA. Construction
Productivity Research, Inc. believes that the information contained within the
tutorial and the software program databases is correct. CPR, Inc. reserves the
right to make periodic changes in the contents of the tutorial and the
program without any direct or inferred obligation to notify any person of such
revision or changes.
We do not cover under warranty material that has been lost, stolen, or damaged
by accident, misuse, or unauthorized modifications. Furthermore, we make no
warranty, express or implied, to you or to any other person or entity.
Specifically, we make no warranty that the software or the data contained
herein is fit for a particular purpose.
2. INTRODUCTION
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>> Minimum System Requirements <<
The following are minimum system requirements to run PC-Estimator on your
computer.
- IBM PC/XT, AT, PS-2 or 100 % compatible computer.
- MS-DOS 2.0 or later
- Hard disk drive system or double floppy disk drive system (*).
- Minimum 384 K RAM memory.
- Monochrome or color monitor.
- Standard track or wide-track compatible printer.
(*) Because of higher access speed and superior storage capacity, we recommend
to run PC-Estimator from a hard disk drive (any size).
>> Program Installation <<
Although you can use PC-Estimator from a double floppy disk drive system, it
works most efficiently from a hard disk. When you receive a copy of PC-
Estimator, follow the following steps to install the system.
QUICK AUTO INSTALLATION:
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1. Insert PC-Estimator diskette in drive A
2. At DOS prompt A> type:
INSHARD (press ENTER) <-- for hard disk drive systems
INSFLOP (press ENTER) <-- for double floppy drive systems
Then follow screen instructions.
3. To run PC-Estimator:
At C:\pcest directory, type PCEST (press ENTER) <-- hard disk systems
At A:> prompt, type PCEST (press ENTER) <-- floppy disk systems
ALTERNATE INSTALLATION:
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For hard disk systems:
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1. Open a new hard disk directory. (Suggest to name it PCEST)
2. Copy all PC-Estimator files from disk #1 and #2 to the new directory.
3. Copy PC-Estimator file called "Config.sys" into the root directory of
your computer. Note: Make sure such a file does not already exist in
your root directory. If it does, simply add the following two lines to
the existing file (Use Edlin or any text editor).
Files=20
Buffers=24
4. Reboot your computer by reset button or Ctrl-Alt-Del procedure.
5. PC-Estimator is installed and ready to work for you. To start