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DLABEL v. 1.0
Copyright (c), 1992
ADD Software
DLABEL Version 1.0
Identify Those Floppy Disks!
DLABEL is a product of ADD Software
Pottstown, PA 19464
I. Introduction
DLABEL is a program written for a friend who had an old
Okidata Microline 82 printer--a workhorse printing text, but no
graphics and very few features found in today's printers. He
wanted something simple: a program to print labels for his floppy
disks with a title and a list of files on the disk in three
columns. He was also intrigued by a program which would print a
list of files on a disk within a 5-inch square box which could be
cut out of the sheet of paper it was printed on and slipped
inside the disk sleeve. Unfortunately, most of the existing
programs which perform either or both of these chores would not
support his Okidata printer. So, out of this simple request (and
many hours of work) DLABEL has come to your (and his) aid.
DLABEL is a very simple program. It does only TWO tasks:
1. DLABEL will print a "disk insert" on your
printer. You can then cut out the insert on the
dotted line and slip it into the sleeve of a
5-1/4" disk. You can choose from three different
formats.
2. DLABEL will print labels to stick on the top of
your floppy disks. Both 5-1/4" and 3-1/2" disks
are supported.
DLABEL is distributed as Shareware. As such you may use
DLABEL for a reasonable period of time for evaluation. If, after
this period of evaluation, not to exceed 30 days, you wish to
continue using DLABEL,, you must pay the very modest registration
fee. Registration is REQUIRED if you wish to use DLABEL in a
business or commercial environment. See Registration below for
details.
DLABEL is distributed as-is. The author believes that this
software will perform its intended purpose without causing any
damage to your computer system or the data contained within it.
However, the number of variations of computer hardware, software,
and operating environments is such that it is impossible to
guarantee that DLABEL (or any other software, for that matter)
will be compatible with everything.
All specific products mentioned herein are trademarks of
their respective manufacturers.
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II. Requirements
DLABEL makes very modest demands on your computer system.
You need the following in order to run DLABEL:
An IBM PC or compatible with an 8088 to a 80486 CPU.
512K of RAM.
One or more floppy drives of any type.
DOS 3.3 or higher or a DOS-compatible system (4DOS, NDOS,
DR-DOS).
Any type of monitor.
A printer capable of the following:
Compressed printing (17 characters per inch)
8 lines per inch line spacing.
Additional printer features supported but not absolutely
essential:
Expanded printing (5 characters per inch)
Double-height printing
Boldface printing.
DLABEL uses the following types of label stock:
4" x 1-7/16", 1-up, for 5-1/4" disk labels
2-3/4" x 2-3/4", 1-up, for 3-1/2" disk labels.
III. Installation
The DLABEL distribution disk contains the following files:
DLABEL EXE Main program file
DLABEL DOC This documentation file
README DOC Any last-minute information (may not be
on your copy).
DLABEL will run from either a floppy disk or from a hard
disk. You will need a hard disk if your system only has one
floppy disk installed.
To install DLABEL, first make a back-up copy of the
distribution disk.
1. On a hard disk, create a directory to hold DLABEL
by typing MD <directory> at the DOS prompt.
2. Log onto that directory by typing CD <directory>.
3. Put your back-up copy of the distribution disk
into any available floppy drive and type
COPY d:*.*
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where d: represents the source drive.
1. On a dual floppy system, insert the back-up copy
of the distribution disk in drive A and a blank
formatted disk in drive B.
2. Log onto drive B and type
COPY A:*.*
DLABEL will create three additional files the first time you
run it. These files are:
DSKLBL DBF Scratch data file
DSKLBL NTX Scratch index file
DLBLSYS MEM Configuration file
Once these files have been created, do not delete them unless you
want to re-install DLABEL on a different drive or computer
system.
IV. Running DLABEL
To start DLABEL, log onto the drive or directory where you
installed it and type DLABEL at the DOS prompt. Press any key
to clear the introductory screen and view the main menu.
╔══════════════════════════════════════════╗
║ DLABEL ║
╟──────────────────────────────────────────╢
║ 1 5.25" Disk Sleeve Insert - 2 Column ║
║ 2 5.25" Disk Sleeve Insert - 3 Column ║
║ 3 5.25" Disk Sleeve Insert - 4 Column ║
║ 4 5.25" Disk Label - 3 Column ║
║ 5 5.25" Disk Label - 4 Column ║
║ 6 3.5" Disk Label - 3 Column ║
║ 7 System Setup ║
║ 0 Return to DOS ║
╚══════════════════════════════════════════╝
The last choice will be highlighted. Press the <Enter> key
or '0' to quit DLABEL and return to DOS. To select any of the
other options simply press the appropriate key or use the cursor
keys to move the highlight bar to the desired choice and then
press <Enter>.
Option 1 will print a disk sleeve insert for a 5-1/4" disk.
The files will be printed in two columns, sorted alphabetically
and vertically by file name. Each entry will include the file
name and extension, the file size, the creation date, and the
creation time. If the disk contains subdirectories, the root will
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be printed first, followed by each first-level subdirectory
(lower subdirectories are not supported).
Option 2 will print a disk sleeve insert with the files
arranged in three columns. Each entry will include the file name
and extension and the file size.
Option 3 will print a disk sleeve insert with the files
arranged in four columns. Only the file name and extension will
appear.
If there are more files than can fit on one insert, a dashed
line will indicate where to fold the insert so as to fit into the
disk sleeve. If there are more files than can fit on one folded
insert, a second insert will be printed on another sheet of
paper.
Options 4 and 5 will print a label for a 5-1/4" disk. The
files are arranged and displayed in a manner similar to the
sleeve insert with the same number of columns.
Option 6 prints labels for 3-1/2" disks with the files
arranged in three columns with only the file name and extension.
Only the root directory entries will be printed. If there
are more files than can fit on the label, DLABEL will not print
the label.
After selecting an option, select the drive to use. Only the
letters A or B are accepted. Insert the disk into the selected
drive. DLABEL will read the disk directory and then display it on
the screen. If you are printing a sleeve insert and the disk
contains subdirectories, each subdirectory will be displayed.
After all files have been listed, the following prompt
appears at the bottom of the screen:
Press P to print sleeve insert; any other key to return to
the Main Menu.
or
Press P to print label; any other key to return to the Main
Menu.
If you press P, you will be prompted for a disk title of up
to 20 characters. The title appears in double-wide print on a
label and in double-high, double-wide print on a sleeve insert.
If the disk contains subdirectories and you are printing a
sleeve insert, you may print just the root directory or all
first-level subdirectories.
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V. Setting up DLABEL
Option 7 on the Main Menu is used to set the screen colors
to your preference and to set up DLABEL for use with your
printer. The former is not available on a monochrome system.
DLABEL is distributed with printer control strings used by
Epson printers for the following items:
ASCII Code Decimal
Feature Equivalent
------- -------------------
1. 6 lpi spacing 27 50
2. 8 lpi spacing 27 48
3. Begin condensed printing 15
4. End condensed printing 18
5. Begin expanded bold 27 87 1 27 71
6. End expanded bold 27 87 48 27 72
7. Begin double-high 27 119 1
8. End double high 27 119 0
If your printer uses these control strings, you may use
DLABEL without changing the printer control strings. If you need
to change any of these control strings:
1. Select Option 7 from the Main Menu.
2. Select "Change Printer Control Strings".
3. Choose the desired feature.
4. Type the DECIMAL EQUIVALENT of the ASCII code for
each character in the control string as shown in
your printer manual. Leave the entry box blank to
enter the new string and return to the control
string selector menu. Leaving the first entry box
blank will retain the current control string.
5. Select Option 9 to save the new printer control
strings to disk and return to the Main Menu.
6. If your printer does not support a particular
item, insert a "null string" by typing 0 in the
first entry box and then leave the box blank.
Be advised that control strings for 6 lines per inch, 8
lines per inch, begin condensed, and end condensed are required
for DLABEL to function.
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VI. Problems
Most problems in printing labels stem from improper printer
setup. DLABEL uses virtually all of the available label width and
almost all of the height so as to list a reasonable number of
files. It may be necessary to adjust the position of the labels
in your printer for best results.
The title line on 3-1/2" disk labels is printed far enough
down on the label so that you may wrap the top of the label
around the disk.
If the printout is too wide or runs down to the next label,
check for proper printer control strings.
VII. Registration
DLABEL is distributed as Shareware. As such you may use
DLABEL for a reasonable period of time for evaluation. If, after
this period of evaluation, not to exceed 30 days, you wish to
continue using DLABEL,, you must pay the very modest registration
fee of $6.95. Payment of the registration fee entitles you to use
DLABEL on one computer system at a time as long as you wish.
To register DLABEL, complete the registration form and mail
it with your remittance to:
ADD Software
13 Farmington Court
Pottstown, PA 19464
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REGISTRATION FORM FOR DLABEL
NAME ____________________________________________________________
ADDRESS _________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
CITY __________________________________ STATE _____
ZIP CODE _____________________
NUMBER OF COPIES TO REGISTER AT $6.95 PER COPY ___________
TOTAL ENCLOSED (CHECK OR M.O. ONLY) ------------
WHERE DID YOU OBTAIN DLABEL _____________________________________
COMMENTS ________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
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