This file is for new users only, users upgrading from V1.0 should read README.V10 and previous Users of S3ABANK should read the S3ABANK.TXT file for the differences between this and S3ABANK.
The archive should contain the following files:
\APP\SNABANK1.APP The main program file (and only essential one)
The following optional files:
\APP\SNABANK\BANKSNA.PIC Optional Opening Picture
\APP\SNABANK\BANKSNA.HLP Optional Help File for Core program
README.NEW "Get you started" instructions for new users
README.V10 Upgrade instructions
S3ABANK.TXT Instructions for those familiar with S3ABANK
HISTORY.TXT Details of the various upgrades.
REGISTER.TXT Details on how to register the program.
LICENCE.TXT A licensing Agreement
BANK1-1.TXT Initial instructions in ASCII Text format
BANK1-2.TXT A Tutorial on using the program
BANK1-3.TXT Instructions on the Optional Modules in ASCII Text Format
BANK1-4.TXT Advanced Instructions in ASCII Text format
BANK1.FAQ Frequently asked questions
The Advanced Options Module 1 offers you the following additional functions:
Look Ahead Mode to predict the state of your finances sometime in the future.
Default Transactions for those regular entries.
A æLast Transaction RepeatÆ function
A pull-down page of Account details where you can store such things as Account numbers.
Automatic numbering (for cheques, or in my case registrations !)
A æFindÆ function in the Archive screen.
The Advanced Options Module 2 offers you the following additional functions:
Export and Import function in various formats, including Quicken.
A æPay BillsÆ option, similar to that used in MS Money. (Also needs BANKORD.OVL)
Ability to allocate tax (VAT, GST etc) to transactions.
Pull-down Info windows giving settings for each Group and Account.
The Optional Configuration Module allows you to change a large number of the settings within the program. These settings are remembered, so you can remove this module once the program is setup to your liking.
To Install the program, carry out the following actions:
1. Copy SNABANK1.APP to your \APP\ directory.
2. If you wish to load any of the optional modules, generate a Sub-directory \SNABANK\ under the \APP\ directory, i.e. \APP\SNABANK\
3. You can then copy any of the optional files to the sub-directory \APP\SNABANK\ if you wish to use any of the extra facilities.
4. If you want to use the optional Print system, as well as copying the file BANKSPRT.OVL into the \APP\SNABANK\ Sub-directory, you will need to put the SNAPRINT.DYL file into an \OPD\ directory. (Note that this latter file is common to all my programs, so if you are running more than one of them, you will only need one copy of this file)
5. Install SNABANK1.APP using <PSION-I> as described in the Psion manual.
If you fancy a challenge, you can learn everything you need to about the program by playing with it and checking the effect of each MENU selection, as well as the effect of pressing <ENTER>, <DELETE>, <TAB> or <ESC> in each screen. However, PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE, at least read Part 1 of this set of instructions first. I suggest you then work through the tutorial in Part 2, which will familiarize you with all the basic capabilities of the program. If you do 'fly blind' and get into trouble, please read the rest of this document before asking me to help. The majority of questions I receive could have been answered by reading this document. Those that couldnÆt I have included in the FAQ file.
If you do get a problem, PLEASE read the full instructions. I have yet to be asked a question that wasn't already fully explained in the instructions or the FAQ file !!
All comments, and registrations, still gratefully received.
If you wish to register, up-to-date details are in the file REGISTER.TXT
If you want to monitor progress on upgrades and enhancements, as well as see if any bugs have been reported, visit my home page on the World-Wide Web. The address is :
If you like the look of the program you may also like to check out my other programs:
A total list is:
SNADRAWx.ZIP : A Drawing/Icon Viewer/Editor.
SNACOLLx.ZIP : A Collection (Books, Records, Stamps ...) Manager.
S3ABANKx.ZIP : A Personal Accounts package that includes all of the
following smaller programs as optional modules. (This program)
SNAHOMEx.ZIP : A Home Inventory program based on the Quicken version.
SNAFUELx.ZIP : A Fuel Consumption Monitor.
SNAEXPx.ZIP : An Expense Account Monitor.
SNAINVx.ZIP : An Investment Tracking Program.
SNAPLANx.ZIP : A Budget Planner based on the Quicken Financial Planner.
All of these are also available for the S3A & S3C, and just use the prefix 'S3A' instead of 'SNA'. In addition there is one program that has not yet been converted.
S3ATASKx.ZIP : An Extended Task (ToDo) Manager.
('x' denotes a version number)
As well as being available on my Home Page, latest copies of these programs are always available at the following places:
