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MARKETEGA/CGA is a full-featured stock/mutual fund tracking package with
strong graphics capabilities. It is written especially for the
individual investor to display the price action of individual stocks or
mutual funds of a portfolio with ease. With MARKETEGA/CGA you can
easily create a database for up to 50 individual stocks or funds, and up
to 130 trading days (26 weeks) of data can be readily displayed. You
can develop several different database files, and each file can be used
to store, print, and plot an additional 50 stocks or funds. In
addition, historic information for your assets can be saved covering 26
weeks at a time.
MARKETEGA/CGA is completely menu-driven and fully documented. A
powerful zoom feature allows you to concentrate on the critical days for
detailed analysis. Easy-to-use indicators help you separate real trends
from the zig-zags. Multiple moving averages, overbought/oversold,
universal indexes, convergence/divergence, relative strength Williams
Oscillator, trend lines, and trading bands are all supported.
MARKETEGA/CGA is an outstanding program that performs sophisticated
technical analysis on stocks, mutual funds, and commodities.
FILE1153.TXT
Disk No: 1153
Disk Title: MarketPLUS disk 1 of 2 (2005 also)
PC-SIG Version: S2
Program Title: MarketPLUS
Author Version: 4.2S
Author Registration: $45.00
Special Requirements: 640K RAM, and CGA or EGA.
MARKETEGA/CGA is a full-featured stock/mutual fund tracking package with
strong graphics capabilities. It is written especially for the
individual investor to display the price action of individual stocks or
mutual funds of a portfolio with ease. With MARKETEGA/CGA you can
easily create a database for up to 50 individual stocks or funds, and up
to 130 trading days (26 weeks) of data can be readily displayed. You
can develop several different database files, and each file can be used
to store, print, and plot an additional 50 stocks or funds. In
addition, historic information for your assets can be saved covering 26
weeks at a time.
MARKETEGA/CGA is completely menu-driven and fully documented. A
powerful zoom feature allows you to concentrate on the critical days for
detailed analysis. Easy-to-use indicators help you separate real trends
from the zig-zags. Multiple moving averages, overbought/oversold,
universal indexes, convergence/divergence, relative strength Williams
Oscillator, trend lines, and trading bands are all supported.
MARKETEGA/CGA is an outstanding program that performs sophisticated
technical analysis on stocks, mutual funds, and commodities.
PC-SIG
1030D East Duane Avenue
Sunnyvale Ca. 94086
(408) 730-9291
(c) Copyright 1989 PC-SIG, Inc.
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║ To install MarketPlus, type INSTALL (press enter) ║
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║ To view information on the program, type README (press enter) ║
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║ To print the documentation, type PRINTDOC (press enter) ║
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INVOICE.DOC
ORDER FORM (For credit card orders call (713) 471 - 7998)
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(Please check each item ordered and fill out information
below)
MarketPLUS (50/130 database) $85.00...................: _____
Includes Manual, Reference card, author support, and possible
commissions:
MarketPLUS (50/540 extended database) $145.00.........: _____
(requires 512K min. available RAM) Includes Manual,
Reference card, author support, and possible commissions:
MarketTOOLS $19.95...................................: _____
includes documentation on disk, author support
MarketFON $24.95.....................................: _____
includes documentation on disk, author support
Subtotal of all items selected:.................... $ ____.__
(Texas residents add 8% sales tax)................. $ ____.__
Std. Shipping & Handling (U.S.A.).................. $ 3.00
Overseas orders add $5.00 ......................... $ ____.__
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T O T A L ......................................... $ ____.__
Send to
Name:_______________________________________________________
Address:____________________________________________________
Address:____________________________________________________
City:__________________________ State:____ Zip:_____________
Phone #:____________________________________________________
(If you are ordering MarketPLUS 50/130 or 50/540, were you
introduced to MarketPLUS by a registered user? If so, please
write his/her name and registration number below. F2S
Enterprises will send him/her a $10 check for making this
referral):
_____________________________ ____________________
(Registered user) (reg. no., if known)
Please make Checks or Money order payable to:
F2S Enterprises
P.O. Box 1011
La Porte, TX. 77571-1011
If paying by credit card:
MC ___ VISA___ Card Number__________________________________
Name on card:_______________________________________________
Card's expiration date: ____________________________________
MANUAL.DOC
-- Quick Documentation for MarketPLUS (tm) --
( Version 1.1 )
FOR EVALUATION ONLY!
November 17, 1989
F2S Enterprises
P.O. Box 1011
La Porte, Tx 77572-1011
(713) 471 - 7998
Copyright (C) 1988-89 by Mike Fox & Roy Cone with All Rights
Reserved.
C O N T E N T S
Copyright............................................ i
Limited Warranty..................................... i
Acknowledgements.................................... ii
Thanks.............................................. ii
SHAREWARE ......................................... iii
What is Shareware............................... iii
Shareware Documentation......................... iii
Shareware Program............................... iii
Two registered versions......................... iv
Why Should I Register........................... iv
CHAPTER 1: WHAT IS MarketPLUS?..................... 1-1
What is MarketPLUS?............................. 1-1
A. Background / History......................... 1-2
B. Features and Capabilities.................... 1-2
C. System Requirements For MarketPLUS........... 1-4
Important considerations.................. 1-5
D. Recommendations for Easy Use................. 1-5
A Few Tips................................ 1-6
E. Usage Conventions............................ 1-6
CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION & SETUP.................... 2-1
A: Installation................................. 2-1
Single disk drive systems................. 2-1
Dual floppy disk drive systems............ 2-1
Fixed disk systems........................ 2-2
A Word for Mouse Users.................... 2-3
B: Disk Contents................................ 2-3
C: Installation ERROR codes..................... 2-4
D: Getting Started.............................. 2-5
APPENDIX A: A QUICK TOUR OF MarketPLUS............. A-1
A Quick Tour of MarketPLUS...................... A-1
1. Main Menu.................................... A-2
2. Tabulate / Print / Sort Prices............... A-2
3. View / Print Graphs (or Adjust Indicators)... A-3
4. Secondary indicator screen................... A-5
5. The other main menu and data file maintenance
menu options................................. A-6
Quick Tour - Data File Maintenance
1. Create a New File for Investment Data........ A-6
2. Correct Prices............................... A-7
3. Backup a File of Data........................ A-7
4. Adjustment For Dividend, Splits or Capital
Gains........................................ A-7
5. Add New Investments to an Existing File...... A-7
6. Delete an Investment From an Existing File... A-7
7. Change Default Drive......................... A-8
8. Return to Main Menu.......................... A-8
Back to the Tour................................ A-8
APPENDIX D: COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS............... D-1
APPENDIX F: COMPANION PRODUCTS..................... F-1
MarketPLUS (standard vers.).................... F-1
MarketPLUS (extended vers.).................... F-1
MarketFON...................................... F-2
MarketTOOLS.................................... F-3
ORDER FORM
Copyright
MarketPLUS is copyrighted 1988-89 by Mike Fox and Roy Cone.
The entire contents of this program and documentation are
included in this copyright.
You are granted a limited license to make copies of the
program distribution diskettes for the sole purpose of
evaluation. If, after ninety (90) days, you find the program
of value, you are expected to pay the registration fee for
either MarketPLUS (standard version) or MarketPLUS (extended
version). If do not find the program of value, you must
discontinue using the product after the trial period. You may
make only complete copies of the original distribution
diskettes for others, so long as no compensation is retained
for this service. Shareware librarians and diskette vendors
must receive written permission from F2S Enterprises prior to
charging a "distribution fee". In any case the fee allowed
will is not to exceed $6.00 per diskette.
F2S Enterprises will prosecute any violation of this
copyright to the fullest extent of the law.
For special requirements such as multi-user stations or site
licenses, please inquire about our attractive site license
agreements.
LIMITED WARRANTY
F2S Enterprises and/or the authors make no warranty of any
kind, expressed or implied, for the programs supplied in this
package, including the usefulness or fitness for a particular
purpose or application. F2S Enterprises and/or the authors
will not be held liable for any damage or loss arising from
the use or misuse of the program. In addition, F2S
Enterprises and/or the authors will not be held liable for
any damage to data, property, or other material assets which
may be caused directly or indirectly by use of the program.
F2S Enterprises does not warrant that the functions contained
in the programs will meet your requirements or that the
operation of the programs will be uninterrupted or error
free.
Neither F2S Enterprises nor the authors of MarketPLUS are
registered investment advisors. The user is fully
responsible for the use and interpretations of the programs
in their investment decisions. Gains and losses can (and
will) possibly occur when investing in the market, using this
or any other investment program.
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Trademarks, such as IBM, MICROSOFT, LOGITECH and others are
hereby recognized as trademarks of their respective
companies.
MarketPLUS uses QuickWindows Advanced window management
library for Microsoft QuickBASIC. QuickWindows Advanced is
copyrighted by Software Interphase, Inc.
MarketPLUS was developed using MICROSOFT's QuickBASIC 4.0.
THANKS
We at F2S Enterprises would like to extend our appreciation
to the following:
... To Don Lambert of Software Interphase for his
willingness to help (always seems to have a solution), and
support for a great product - QuickWindows Advanced
... To Microsoft for developing one of the finest
programming languages around - QuickBASIC (give us more
memory!)
... To Robert Navarette for helping out wherever needed and
keeping our spirits up all the time!
... To all of our friends, collegues and the Houston
Computer Investors Association for their encouragement.
... and of course, to all the users of our products who give
us the sincerest form of compliment: supporting our products
and providing a wealth of new ideas!
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SHAREWARE
WHAT IS SHAREWARE?
Shareware is not a type of program or type of software. It is
a method of marketing commercial software. By reducing
advertising costs through this method of marketing, shareware
is normally much more inexpensive than software found on the
store shelf. As with any type of commercial software, there
are programs that will suit a given application and there are
programs that do not. By "TRYING - BEFORE - YOU - BUY", you
are able to determine if a program suits your needs prior to
purchase. Please remember, by paying a disk vendor or
librarian a duplication fee (not to exceed $6.00 per disk in
this case),you have paid for the opportunity to "try" the
program, you have not paid for continued use. If you find
that the program meets your needs, you are expected to
register for the program with F2S Enterprises. Naturally, if
you are dissatisfied with the product, you are under no
obligation to pay for the program. In this case, you are to
discontinue using the program.
Shareware Documentation
While the SHAREWARE version of MarketPLUS is a complete, and
fully-functional program, this document includes condensed
instructions. We did not include, on disk, the chapters which
include illustrations. However, registered users will
receive the complete manual,"Easy Investing With MarketPLUS",
which includes over 110 illustrations (charts, plots, etc.).
This document, however, contains all the information needed
to get you started in using the program. Most all of the
features of MarketPLUS are self-explanatory once installation
is complete. Be sure to try out the QUICK TOUR in
Appendix-"A".
Shareware Program
The shareware version of MarketPLUS is identical in every
aspect to the version that registered users receive with the
following exceptions:
1.) The shareware version contains initial advertising
screens (how else can we remind you that the program hasn't
been paid for yet?).
2.) The shareware version entitles the user to try the
program for a period not to exceed ninety (90) days.
We feel that this is a fair time period for an individual or
company to evaluate all features of the program completely.
Once again, if one continues to use the program beyond the
ninety day trial period, he/she is expected to pay the full
registration fee to F2S Enterprises.
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TWO REGISTERED VERSIONS
If you decide to register, there are two versions of
MarketPLUS that you may select from. The standard version
requires only 384K of available RAM and works with most pcs.
The standard version will allow you to maintain up to 50
investments and 130 data points (days,weeks,or months) per
file. The registration fee is $85.
For investors who have at least 512K of available RAM and
want to store more data per investment (over four times as
much as the standard version), an extended version of
MarketPLUS is available. The extended version will allow one
to maintain up to 50 investments and 540 data points per
file. The registration fee for the extended version is $145.
While not required, a math co-processor is highly recommended
for use with large data files.
WHY SHOULD I REGISTER (PAY) WHEN I ALREADY HAVE THIS
PROGRAM IN MY POSESSION?
Since Shareware is founded on the concept of "try before you
buy" and a product standing on its own merit, we must first
remind you that you are absolutely under no obligation to pay
us for the program if it does not fit your needs, or if you
do not continue using it beyond the trial period specified
above.
However, should you find the program useful and decide to
continue using it, there are a number of BENEFITS you will
receive when paying the registration fee. These are:
1.) You will receive your own copy of MarketPLUS, granting
you a license to use it on a continuous basis.
2.) At NO EXTRA COST, you will AUTOMATICALLY receive the
version of MarketPLUS that will maintain up to 50
investments PER FILE!
3.) You will receive your very own copy of, "EASY INVESTING
WITH MarketPLUS", the user's manual on making the most
of using MarketPLUS. It is a beautifully printed and
bound 190 page manual containing 117 step-by-step
charts and illustrations. We even include a full
description of our data file format, should you want to
write your own application programs.
4.) You will receive a handy "Quick Reference" card.
5.) You will be notified of any future versions, or new
products we develop. Registered users always receive a
discount on new versions!
6.) You will receive a $10 commission for EACH referred
registration.
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7.) You will receive one year of technical support (via mail
or telephone) on questions regarding use of the program.
8.) You will have a direct line of input, regarding the
future of MarketPLUS! Suggestions and ideas from
registered users receive PRIORITY consideration when
planning new features or improvements in our products.
9.) By registering, you will know that you are doing your
part in keeping the SHAREWARE method of marketing
software alive.
10.) You will know in your own heart that you have been fair
with the independent programmers who count on your
financial support. You also encourage continued
development and improvement in the products we create.
11.) You will be able to purchase MarketFON and/or
MarketTOOLS to use with MarketPLUS. MarketFON allows
you do download quotes from "DIAL/DATA" and update
MarketPLUS files. MarketTOOLS provides general OFF-LINE
utilities to manipulate MarketPLUS files easily without
a having to use a word processor or text editor.
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CHAPTER 1: What is MarketPLUS?
What is MarketPLUS?
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Welcome to MarketPLUS(tm), the complete investment tracking
system, written for use with the IBM PC/XT/AT/PS2 and
compatible computers. This software provides versatile and
extremely powerful tools, enabling the individual investor to
make timely investment decisions. While MarketPLUS appears
to be a sophisticated database for investments and prices, it
is really quite easy to master rapidly. A mouse is also
supported, should you plug one in!
MarketPLUS is a full featured stock/mutual fund tracking
package with strong graphics capabilities. It is written
especially for the individual investor to display the price
action of individual stocks or mutual funds of a portfolio
with ease. With MarketPLUS, you can easily create a database
for up to 5 individual stocks or funds (50 in either of the
registered versions), and up to 130 closing prices (130 days,
weeks, or months if you wish) of data can be readily
displayed. If you purchase the 50/540 extended database
version, the maximum closing prices is 540. The user can
develop several different data files for which each can be
used to store, print, and plot an additional 5 stocks or
funds. In the same manner, historic information for your
assets can be saved for reference at a later date.
MarketPLUS is easy to learn and use, and is completely
menu-driven so that you do not have to learn complicated
instructions, or syntax, in order to run and enjoy the
program. At each step in the program, you will be given the
options on how the data is to be presented. After you choose
how YOU want the data to be plotted, MarketPLUS will remember
the setup mode YOU want, so to save you time at each review
session.
The program allows for easy updating of prices, adjusting for
stock splits or dividend payments, correction of prices,
sorting by performance for tabular reports and charting.
Utilities are built in to the program to add new investments,
delete others, and back up data files.
While it is not required that the user have a wealth of
knowledge in using a computer, it is recommended that the
user learn the applications of the indicators and data
summaries before making investment decisions based on the
interpretations of the data provided as output in this
program. Some of this information can be found in the
manual,"Easy Investing with MarketPLUS".
Contrary to the bold advertising claims of some other
programs, we guarantee this program has no "magic formula" to
make you rich. Yet, extremely profitable trades can and have
been made by careful study of historic investment data.
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We want to thank the hundreds of individual investors that
have used our previous programs, MarketEGA and MarketCGA.
Many of them have encouraged continuation of our work in the
further development of this program. We are astonished and
pleased to have users of our program from literally all over
the world.
A. Background/History
The authors developed MarketPLUS as an outgrowth of the
program "Market", written by Michael F. Fox. Next followed
MarketCGA and MarketEGA. The beginning SHAREWARE versions of
the program are popular and found in the download sections
of many bulletin boards across the country. Now there are
many licensed users across the country, as well as in Canada,
Europe and Asia.
Enhancements to the program have been suggested by many of
our customers and fellow investors. Current coding is a
joint effort of Michael F. Fox working with Roy T. Cone. The
original work has been expanded with many additional features
in the current release.
MarketPLUS provides a simple means of daily tracking of up to
50 (registered version) mutual funds or stocks, covering a
period of time up to 130 data points. On a daily basis, this
is 1/2 a year, and on a weekly basis this covers 2 1/2 years
of data. With any of these programs, it is possible to keep
up with a wide variety of equity, international, and sector
funds. Currency or other investment vehicles can also be
plotted and compared. It is easy to compare the recent
performance of any of these funds to help determine where the
best opportunities for profit exist.
The simplicity of MarketPLUS comes from the fact that only
one piece of data information (the closing price) is required
for each stock or fund in the file. While MarketPLUS is not
intended to provide professional forecasting of the stock
markets, it will enable the individual investor to track a
number of mutual funds or stocks, so as to help in the
decision-making process of choosing and switching funds or
stocks.
B. Features and Capabilities (Shareware version)
Major Features of MarketPLUS, (version 1.1) include:
* Performs sophisticated technical analysis on stocks, mutual
funds, commodities, etc. Plots up to 5 individual
investments per file. Fully menu driven and fully
documented.
* Easy to create new files that can store up to 5 individual
investments. New add an investment or delete an investment
features included.
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* Each file can maintain 130 data points of days, weeks, or
months closing prices for each individual stock or mutual
fund. Easy to keep your data current.
* Powerful ZOOM feature allows you to concentrate on the
critical days for detailed analysis. Automatic scaling of
all visual data.
* Easy-to-use indicators help you separate real trends from
the "zig-zags." Multiple moving averages, Overbought /
Oversold, Universal Indexes, Convergence / Divergence,
Relative Strength, Williams Oscillator, Trend Lines,
Trading Bands, Bollinger Bands and our own CGPCI Index.
* Special "CAD-LIKE" line drawing features let you quickly
draw horizontal, vertical, sloping, or extended lines to
show support, and resistance, etc. You can even place
"buy" and "sell" symbols prior to making a hard copy plot.
* Easily and quickly update the daily closing prices for each
fund in your file. Any price(s) input made incorrectly can
be easily changed prior to saving the data.
* All stored data loads at once for fast graphing and fast
price comparisons.
* Any file, once loaded, will remain in memory for use
continuously with any option until another file is
specified or until one exits the program.
* Easily correct and modify prices of stocks and funds that
have been previously saved, make allowances for dividends /
splits / capital gains distribution, add or delete funds or
stocks at any time, make regular backup copies of your data
files - ALL from the Data File Maintenance Menu.
* Lightning-fast sorts of tabular information available for
monitoring performance on a percentage basis. Data can be
grouped by "your" logical order for quick analysis and
viewing.
* Print a visual summary of the data on your screen and your
printer. Daily, weekly, bi-weekly and total percent
changes in price action can be displayed for all stocks
(funds) at once, and together for any comparison.
* Easily correct or modify prices of stocks or funds that
have been previously saved.
* Adjust an entire stock or fund's data to reflect changes in
capital gains or dividend payments. This is especially
helpful when analyzing graphs, and is mandatory when
analyzing actual price changes.
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* Graph data by setting any number of available technical
indicators to customize your own personal market tracking
strategy. The graphing features are the most powerful
aspect of the MarketPLUS package.
* Automatic vertical scaling and horizontal scaling of graphs
to enable "zooming in" on a specific data range.
* Backup your files of data to save for future reference.
This can be done as often as desired (recommended at least
every 130 days), to maintain complete data libraries of
your stock/fund histories.
* Plot graphs on your IBM, HP Laserjet, or Epson (or Epson
compatible) printer.
* Add new stocks or funds to an existing file. Or delete
stocks or funds in which you no longer have an interest.
* An outstanding investment program that compares favorably
to programs costing several hundreds and thousands of
dollars.
C. System Requirements for MarketPLUS
MarketPLUS can be used on any IBM-PC or compatible computer
having 640K memory installed, including: PC, XT, AT, all
Personal System/2 models, plus any of the other machines
operating on MS-DOS 2.1 or later versions. A minimum CGA
graphics card is all that is required (the program provides
excellent resolution and full color brilliance to EGA or VGA
equipped systems)! CGA systems display graphs in 640 X 200
resolution (high resolution black & white). Hercules and
compatible monochrome systems are not directly supported.
However, some CGA emulation programs may allow use of the CGA
mode. F2S Enterprises can not make recommendations for CGA
emulated applications.
Memory requirements for MarketPLUS in handling 50 stocks or
funds with the 130 points of data will require 384K of
available memory. The program is fully operational with
either fixed or diskette drives. While one disk drive
(minimum 720K capacity) is required, it is strongly
recommended to utilize either two floppy disk drives (360K
minimum) or a hard disk drive due to storage requirements.
MarketPLUS uses only standard DOS and BIOS system calls.
The data printing and graphics printing modes of MarketPLUS
requires an 80 column dot-matrix printer with Epson
compatible graphics capability or an HP Laserjet printer. A
graphics driver is included with the program.
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MarketPLUS can make good use of a math co-processor, if one
is installed in your system. This greatly speeds up the
hundreds of calculations being done. A math co-processor is
recommended when using the Bollinger Bands on the indicator
screen.
MarketPLUS will work on any of the aforementioned systems
equipped with the following:
640 X 200 CGA (Color Graphics Adapter) in
black and white
640 X 200 mode EGA (Enhanced Graphics Adapter)
640 X 350 mode EGA (Enhanced Graphics Adapter)
or VGA (Video Graphics Array Color Sys.)
Important Considerations:
While every effort has been taken by the authors to provide
basic error handling throughout the program, there could
certainly be some areas not included during beta testing.
Therefore, take your time when first using the program to get
accustomed to using the various options available.
When you first create a new data file of your stock or mutual
funds, you will not be able to use the printing or graphing
options until you have acquired at least ten (10) days of
closing prices. This limitation was included to avoid errors
in calculating percentages and moving average lines.
Always make backup copies of your data files.
D. Recommendations for Easy Use
This manual describes the features and functions of
MarketPLUS. You do not need a great deal of technical
knowledge to understand and operate MarketPLUS. The tutorial
section of this manual (Appendix-"A") walks you through the
basic aspects of the program, from creating your own data
base for your stock and mutual funds holdings, to graphing,
printing and even editing. All users will find MarketPLUS
easy to understand and operate. As a registered user of the
program, you have the privilege of calling or writing us for
help if you get "stuck" using the program or have any
questions, suggestions or comments.
While many of our users feel that MarketPLUS does not require
documentation to use or help screens, the mere fact that
MarketPLUS is a complete, self-contained investment package
(complete graphics tools, report generating, database
management, editing features, and its own database format)
lends us to believe that this manual might come in handy!
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A few tips:
1.) Follow the instructions in CHAPTER 2 for an easy and
custom installation. It helps to know what type of graphics
card/display combination and type of printer you will be
using.
2.) Read the Appendix-"A" and try out the Quick Tour.
3.) Read the entire manual to better understand how the
program works. You may run across a few features that you
did not expect!
4.) When in doubt, refer to the appropriate section in the
manual for a detailed explanation.
5.) If you have a mouse installed, be sure the mouse driver
is loaded prior to running MarketPLUS.
6.) If you want to add several days (weeks/months) of data at
once, especially if you are just beginning a data file and
want to add data you have already collected, try adding the
new investment using option #5 of the Data File Maintenance
Menu "ADD NEW INVESTMENTS TO AN EXISTING FILE", then
replacing the "filler" data by using Option #2 of the Data
File Maintenance Menu "CORRECT PRICES" until all your prices
are entered. Be certain to add the actual price variations,
not constants, as this may cause the program to "crash".
E. Usage Conventions
Certain conventions are used in this documentation to insure
consistency and understanding of instructions. These are
listed here:
--Command symbols used in running MarketPLUS are always shown
in brackets < >; example: <P>. When you use these commands,
you do not type the brackets, only the symbol itself.
--Phrases, numbers and words you type in making files and
creating a data base for your stocks and funds are shown in
quotes " "; example: "SP500". Do not type in the quotes,
only the data they enclose. Avoid using delimiters in names.
--DOS commands, prompts and similar on-screen information is
shown exactly as they appear; example: the DOS prompt is
shown as C> or C:\>.
--When you must enter data you have typed, you will be
instructed, Press <ENTER>. The <ENTER> key is the large key
with the hooked arrow pointing left. This key is sometimes
called RETURN.
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CHAPTER 2: Installation & Setup
A. Installation
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IMPORTANT: Be sure to eliminate any memory resident programs
prior to installation!
The MarketPLUS installation program will allow you to perform
the following:
* Select a VIDEO DISPLAY for your computer monitor and
graphics card.
* Select a PRINTER DRIVER for your computer.
* Install MarketPLUS PROGRAM, DOCS, and SAMPLE DATA.
* Automatically create a BATCH file for MarketPLUS.
SINGLE DISK DRIVE SYSTEMS:
If you have only one floppy disk drive, without a hard disk,
you will not be able to use MarketPLUS as received. If you
have a single floppy disk drive with less than 720K storage
you will need at least a two floppy drive system. Because of
the size of MarketPLUS, and the required files to run the
package, we recommend installation with systems equipped with
two floppy drives (360K minimum) and a hard (fixed) disk.
Should your system be equipped with only one disk drive and
it's storage capacity is at least 720K, please contact F2S
Enterprises, and we will be more then willing to prepare a
custom disk for you.
DUAL FLOPPY DISK DRIVE SYSTEMS:
Before running the installation program, prepare two blank
formatted diskettes. Label one "PROGRAM DISK", and the other
"DOC/DATA DISK".
To format a disk, first turn on your computer and boot up
with DOS as you normally would. Next, type "FORMAT A:" at
the DOS prompt A>, and press <ENTER>.
Now remove the DOS disk and place one of the blank diskettes
into drive -A- and press <ENTER>.
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Repeat by formatting the remaining disk, and set both aside
for now.
At this time, insert "INSTALL/DOC DISK" into drive -A-. At
the DOS prompt A> type "INSTALL" and press <ENTER>.
The Installation program will allow you to configure
MarketPLUS to take full advantage of your computer's
hardware. Simply follow the programs prompts, and the
installation will set up the program files on one floppy disk
and data & docs on the other floppy disk.
Changes:
Should you make hardware changes to your computer (higher
resolution color graphics or printer), or you want to try
another configuration, simply run the installation program.
Select the "RECONFIGURE" option and select "NO" when asked to
search for MarketCGA/EGA files. Next, when asked to place
"PROGRAM" disk and "INSTALL/DOC" disk in installation drive,
select "SKIP" from the menu. This will skip the copying of
the files, but will create a NEW BATCH FILE in the root
directory of the specified installation drive.
FIXED DISK SYSTEMS (With at least One Floppy Drive):
First insert "INSTALL/DOC" disk in drive -A-. At the DOS
prompt A>, type "INSTALL" and press <ENTER>.
The installation program will allow you to configure
MarketPLUS to take full advantage of your computer's
hardware. Simply select the type of installation that you
desire:
1> Install MarketPLUS Files for first time
2> Update from MarketCGA/EGA to MarketPLUS or Reconfigure
1 - will search drives C-F for a "MARKET" directory. Then,
prompt you to check for MarketCGA/EGA files and delete them
or place MarketPLUS files along with them in the same
directory.
2 - will search Hard drives C-F for \MARKET directory and
place the new files there.
In addition, the file "MARKET.BAT" will be created and copied
to the root destination drive selected. Market.bat will allow
you to load MarketPLUS with the configuration you specified
each time with ease. Should you make hardware changes then
see "Changes".
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A Word for Mouse Users:
EEEK - a mouse! You're in luck! MarketPLUS was written to
take full advantage of a Microsoft(tm), Logitech(tm), or
compatible mouse. Just be sure your mouse driver is loaded
prior to running "MARKET.BAT". If you wish, you may add a
line at the top of "MARKET.BAT" to load your mouse driver
automatically. Once, again if you need help, please do not
hesitate to contact us. If you do not own a mouse, you
should try one out on MarketPLUS, it really peps things up!
B: Disk Contents
The following files are provided on your original disks for
use by MarketPLUS:
<PROGRAM DISK>
Name Usage
---- -----
MP.EXE This is the main program, MarketPLUS
MKTSETUP.50B This file is essential to tell the
computer how you wish the graphical
information presented. The values you
select of all of the indicators are
stored in this file.
GRAPH.HLP This is the help information that the
program calls in when you access the
graphing help menu.
<INSTALL/DOCS DISK>
Name Usage
---- -----
SAMPLE.DAT This is the sample data file that is
provided with the program for you to
quickly understand the operation of
the program. When you actually use the
program with your personal data, you
would do well to keep the data on a
separate floppy disk, or on your hard
drive, if available.
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INSTALL.EXE This is the MArketPLUS installation
program.
README.BAT This is a batch file that presents the
"README.DOC" file that is included on
the disk. This file will outline any
recent changes to the program and the
initial instructions to get started.
README.DOC This file contains changes, and initial
instructions.
MANUAL.DOC MarketPLUS documentation on disk (this file).
PRINTDOC.BAT Prints the MarketPLUS documentation.
INVOICE.DOC Order form
ORDER-ME.BAT Prints the order form on your printer.
C. INSTALLATION ERROR CODES:
* 53 "File Not Found" - The installation program uses two
Files named "MPFILES1.LST" on the Program disk and
"MPFILES2.LST" on the Install/Doc disk. These files must
reside on their disk in order for the installation to work
properly!
* 61 "Disk Full" - If you are installing MarketPLUS to a 360K
Floppy disk then make sure there is enough space to put the
Program Files and Docs/Sample Data on another disk!
* 71 "Disk Not Ready" - If the Disk drive door is open, or no
disk is in drive.
* 72 "Disk Media Error" - If a Disk is not formatted or is
damaged!
* 75 "Path/File Access Error" - If You try to create a
directory that already exist!
* 76 "Path Not Found" - Trying to Install to a drive that
does not exist.
D. GETTING STARTED
Now that you have installed MarketPLUS, you are ready to get
started. The first thing you should do at this point is go
through the QUICK TOUR located in Appendix-"A".
After becoming familiar with a few of MarketPLUS's features
during your QUICK TOUR, you are no doubt ready to create your
own data file(s) and begin using the package to track your
own investments.
After you have accumulated 10 or more days (or weeks/months)
of data for each investment or index, you will be able to
make good use of the other features MarketPLUS has to offer.
APPENDIX - A: A Quick Tour of MarketPLUS
A QUICK TOUR OF MarketPLUS
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NOTE: - Just a quick reminder! If you have not made a backup
copy of your original diskettes, please do so before
continuing.
Certainly you are anxious to quickly see some graphical
results on your computer so to get an idea of what MarketPLUS
can do. If you installed the MarketPLUS files on a two floppy
disk drive system, then place the PROGRAM WORK DISK in drive
-A- and the DATA WORK DISK in drive -B-. If you installed
the MarketPLUS files on a hard disk system, place the DATA
WORK DISK in drive -A-. This tour will assume you have
installed the MarketPLUS files on a hard disk, and your DATA
WORK DISK is drive -A-.
At the DOS prompt, type "MARKET"(without the quotes) and
press <ENTER>. This will load up MarketPLUS with the
configuration settings you specified during the installation
process.
(NOTE:"MARKET.BAT" will reside in the root directory of the
hard disk drive partition you specified. If you installed
the program as a two floppy drive system, "MARKET.BAT" will
reside on your PROGRAM WORK DISK.)
After MarketPLUS is loaded you will be asked to select the
drive that stores the data.
Which DRIVE will store DATA?
Select drive with <TAB>, then..
A B C D E F
Press <SPACEBAR> when DONE...
Press the <TAB> key until the tiny arrow points to the
dialogue box labeled "A" ("B" if you're using two floppy
drives). Now press the <SPACEBAR> to make the selection and
proceed to the MAIN MENU (if you are using a mouse, simply
locate the cursor in the dialogue box and press the left
mouse button).
Wasn't that easy ?
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1. MAIN MENU
The MAIN MENU screen will now appear. This screen lists the
name and version number of the program, shows the copyright
notice retained by the authors, gives the following menu
options:
M A I N * M E N U
1.) UPDATE CLOSING PRICES FOR INVESTMENTS
2.) TABULATE / PRINT / SORT PRICES
3.) VIEW / PRINT GRAPHS (OR ADJUST INDICATORS)
4.) DATA FILE MAINTENANCE
5.) EXIT TO DOS
At this time pick Option #2, either by entering a 2 or by
moving the arrow keys until Option #2 is highlighted in the
menu. Now press <ENTER>... (once again. if you're using a
mouse, place the cursor over Option #2 and press the left
mouse button).
2. TABULATE / PRINT / SORT PRICES
The next screen gives you a listing of all the files
available on drive A:
If necessary, move the highlight bar with the cursor keys
until the file "SAMPLE.DAT" is highlighted. Press <ENTER>.
At this point the program will open the file and read in the
data. After the file is loaded, you will see a window
advising you that you have 130 as the last day of data. You
will have to enter the number of the day (prior to 130) for
the "Custom" percent change column. This feature allows you
to enter your own time frame for evaluating investment
performance rankings. Once you enter the number you want,
press <ENTER>. You will now see a vertical column of fund or
stock names to the left, and six more columns of numbers. The
first column lists the individual stocks or funds in the file
(these happen to include mutual funds in the Fidelity family
of funds). The second through fourth columns show the
various percent changes for the previous two weeks, while the
fifth column shows the total percent gain or loss for the
entire data file (the last 130 days of closing prices). The
sixth column is a "custom" sort that will allow you to view
the percent change in performance from the last day (130)
back whatever number of days you indicated on the last
screen.
As you can immediately see, this can be quite a valuable tool
in comparing the recent performance of drawing capabilities
for further technical analysis.
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At the bottom of the screen is the message:
<S>ort <V>iew again <P>rinter <Q>uit
As you can see, the file will hold up to 50 stocks or funds.
For longer listings, the second and third screens continue to
show all the data.
Well, let's sort the funds in order of the "% CHANGE IN 1
DAY." Touch the <S> key. The heading "SORT" will appear at
the top of the column. Now touch the <SPACEBAR> until the
word "SORT" is in the "1 DAY" column, and press <ENTER>. The
sorting is done quickly. Now you should have a listing of the
fund that did the best (or had the highest percent gain) over
that one day, down to the fund that did the worst. The names
of the funds in descending performance are listed at the
left.
Now is the time to experiment with the sort, and move around
and sort each of the columns and review the results.
The <V>iew Again allows you to re-list the file's investments
based on the last sort (if a sort was performed).
The <Q>uit allows you to return back to the MAIN MENU if you
are done viewing the screen report.
The <P>rinter will print this sorted data, along with some
other information to your printer.
Make sure your printer is on at this time and loaded with
some paper. When ready, press <P>...
Almost immediately you will see the same funds printed on
paper in compressed mode that you viewed on the screen. As
you can see, not only do all of the funds and percent values
fit on a single sheet, but they include the actual closing
prices of each fund for the past ten trading days.
Now you are returned to the "MAIN MENU".
(HINT: If you desire several "CUSTOM" sorts, you can select
Option #2 from the MAIN MENU again and view this file over
and over, selecting any number of values for the custom sort
column!)
3. VIEW / PRINT GRAPHS (OR ADJUST INDICATORS)
(NOTE: Appendix-"B" of the printed manual includes more
detailed information on using the various technical
indicators)
When ready, select Option #3 "VIEW / PRINT GRAPHS (OR ADJUST
INDICATORS)", and press <ENTER>.
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If you have been on this tour since the start, a small window
will appear in the middle of the display and ask you if you
wish to GRAPH / VIEW the data in the file (SAMPLE.DAT). This
feature allows you to continuously re-use the data in memory
(the current data file loaded at any given time) for all MAIN
MENU and all DATA FILE MAINTENANCE options if you so desire.
For right now press <ENTER> as the default response is "Y"
for YES. (By responding with "N" for NO, you will be able to
load any other data file on the default drive.)
Initially, the program will calculate the "CONE INDEX" (short
for the Cone Group Performance Comparison Index). Refer to
Appendix-"B" for a discussion on this and other indicators.
If you sorted the current data using Option #2 of the MAIN
MENU, you will now be asked:
VIEW GRAPHS BASED ON LAST SORT? <Y/N>
Press the "N" key for NO.
At this time, you will be asked:
View current graph settings <Y/N> ? (N)
As the default response is NO by pressing <ENTER>, press "Y"
to view the CURRENT SETTING FOR GRAPHS screen. This tells
you how the authors or the previous person has set up the
graphical presentation and technical indicator configuration.
The purpose of this screen is to give you the full status of
each of the features for the primary and secondary indicator
screens at a glance. You can easily make changes from this
screen for any or all settings. The status of each item can
be turned "on" or "off", and changed to fit your individual
needs. More on customizing the output to fit your
requirements later.
At this time you are probably in a hurry so simply press...
<ENTER>
This will accept all of the previous settings because of the
fact that the default setting is NO CHANGE to the setup mode.
If the setting of COMPARE A STOCK INDEX (OR FUND) IN DISPLAY:
was set to <YES>, then the next screen you will see will be a
list of the funds or stocks in the file A:SAMPLE.DAT. Select
any one of these funds to be used as an index for constant
reference on all funds.
After you set these to your liking, you will be asked to set
the starting and ending days for the graphs.
The defaults on the starting day is day 1, so simply pressing
<ENTER> will do the same thing as shown above.
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In like manner, the default for the ending day is the last
day for which data is available.
(NOTE: You can select any range of data to be displayed. The
maximum range being the from the first to last data point of
data available in the file, while the minimum range being any
ten day span.)
You will now be asked to select the security to graph. You
can choose from among the stocks listed by moving the arrow
keys up and down. Once you settle on the stock you want
graphed, you can press <ENTER>.
EUREKA! The graph of the selected security appears on the
screen (by the way, this is the PRIMARY graphing screen).
To see the next graph in the file, press the <F5> key, or you
can go to the first options screen by pressing the <ALT> and
<S> keys at the same time. This will bring up the screen in
the left corner, from which you can select the Automatic Next
screen <F5>.
If you would like to go back to the listing of investments to
decide which one you want graphed next, you can press the
<F4> key.
This will take you back to the securities or funds listed in
the file, which you may choose from by highlighting by
pressing the cursor keys (or mouse cursor) to move to the
desired stock. If you would like to exit the graphing option
instead at this point, press the <ESC> key. This will return
you to the MAIN MENU.
To exit the graph screen option normally, press <F10> or you
can press the <ALT> key and <U> key to go to the utility
screen, move the cursor key to highlight the exit option and
press <ENTER>.
However, if you want to do more now...
If you feel a bit adventurous at this point, press <F1> to
bring up the HELP screen for the pull-down menus. After you
get through reading any of the help items, press <Q> to
return immediately to the graph you left previously. Try any
of the commands you have immediate interest in.
4. Secondary Indicator Screen:
In addition, MarketPLUS provides a second indicator screen
with 4 fully-adjustable indicators. If you are still viewing
a graph, press <F3> to display this screen. As in the
primary screen, you will be able to access all the features
of the pulldown menus. For example, you can draw lines and
place points anywhere on the graphs, print out a hard copy,
change graph settings, etc. Because this is a test drive, it
is suggested that you first refer to Appendix-"B" and CHAPTER
3 prior to using these features.
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Now press <F10> to exit back to the MAIN MENU.
5. The Other MAIN MENU and DATA FILE MAINTENANCE MENU
options
As you have seen so far in this QUICK TOUR, there is quite a
bit of performance in using this program to aid the
individual investor.
Of course, you will want to utilize this program fully by
creating your own DATA files (MAIN MENU Option #1 , then DATA
FILE MAINTENANCE MENU Option #4).
QUICK TOUR - Data File Maintenance
Below is what the Data File Maintenance Menu looks like:
DATA FILE MAINTENANCE MENU
1.) CREATE A NEW FILE FOR INVESTMENT DATA
2.) CORRECT PRICES
3.) BACKUP A FILE OF DATA
4.) ADJUSTMENT FOR DIVIDEND, SPLITS OR CAP. GAINS
5.) ADD NEW INVESTMENTS TO AN EXISTING FILE
6.) DELETE AN INVESTMENT FROM AN EXISTING FILE
7.) CHANGE DEFAULT DATA DRIVE
8.) RETURN TO MAIN MENU
Option 1: CREATE A NEW FILE FOR INVESTMENT DATA
To make a new file, select Option #1. You will be given a
list of all the files on the default drive you selected. Pick
out a NEW file name OTHER THAN THOSE SHOWN ON THE SCREEN. You
can have up to eight characters as the file name. We like to
use the name
MYFIRST
so that you know that this is your very first data file.
Once a new file has been entered it is immediately created.
You will then be asked how often this file will be updated:
<D>aily, <W>eekly, or <M>onthly. Once you answer, you will
be asked to select the screen title to BEST describe your
data:
<F> = Fund
<S> = Stock
<I> = Index
<C> = Commodity
<O> = Option
Once you enter your choice, the screen will ask how many
funds you want to track (up to a maximum of 50).
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Be prepared to enter the names of all the funds you mentioned
that you want to track (1 to 50). Please remember that up to
12 characters can be used as a name for an investment or
security. By creating longer length names, the remaining
characters (beyond 13) will be dropped when saving this file.
IMPORTANT: Since MarketPLUS doesn't include an editor for
names, be sure to enter your investment names correctly (as
you want them).
Option #2: CORRECT PRICES
This feature on the utility menu is useful when you discover
that you saved an incorrect quote on a stock or mutual fund,
or a change in price was made (after you saved the data). You
can use Option #2 to easily correct the price easily.
Option #3: BACKUP A FILE OF DATA
Keep in mind that the emphasis of MarketPLUS is to track data
of short to medium term (130 days or less). Therefore you
will want to backup your file at least every 130 days (DATA
FILE MAINTENANCE Option #3) to review previous trends of a
given stock or mutual fund.
Option #4: ADJUSTMENT FOR DIVIDEND, SPLITS OR CAPITAL GAINS
Whenever a capital gains distribution or dividend payment
will drop the listed price of the stock or fund, you will
want to adjust all the data in the file (DATA FILE
MAINTENANCE Option #4) to maintain accurate changes in
percentages, or strengths / weaknesses indicated on the
graphs.
Option #5: ADD NEW INVESTMENTS TO AN EXISTING FILE
When you desire to add a new stock or fund to your file (so
long as there are under 50 stocks or funds in it), you will
want to use DATA FILE MAINTENANCE Option #5 to add it to your
file. Then go back to DATA FILE MAINTENANCE Option #2 to add
previously missed data, and it will work as if you always had
it in the file. The program generates "housetop" data
between 1 and 1.5 to fill the file until the actual data is
entered.
Option #6: DELETE AN INVESTMENT FROM AN EXISTING FILE
Any fund or stock in which you are no longer interested can
be removed from the data simply by using DATA FILE
MAINTENANCE Option #6. This is quick and simple and
instantly accomplished.
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One word of caution is that once the data is gone, it is
gone... FOREVER! So be sure that you really do want to
delete a stock or fund.
Option #7: CHANGE DEFAULT DRIVE
Option #7 allows you to change your data drive by designating
a new data drive to store your information. Once a drive is
selected, you will return to the MAIN MENU.
Option #8: RETURN TO MAIN MENU
Finally, if you can leave the keyboard for awhile, you can
select Option #8 to exit to DOS. Now finish reading the rest
of this book, and then go tell all your friends about the
wonders of MarketPLUS!!!
Back to the Tour...
Let's try a couple of the Data File Maintenance options:
First select Option #3 from the Data File Maintenance Menu,
"BACKUP A FILE OF DATA". After pressing <ENTER> you will be
asked if you want to backup the data currently loaded. If
the file you have loaded is still "SAMPLE.DAT", respond with
YES. If not, respond with NO and select "SAMPLE.DAT" to
backup.
When the input box is displayed in front of you, you will
need to enter a filename for the backup. You must use a name
that does not currently exist on the disk.
Enter the name "TOUR" with no extension (and without the
quotes).
Immediately the file "TOUR.DAT" will be created and saved.
Now you have an identical clone file to "SAMPLE.DAT"
After returning to the Data File Maintenance Menu, select
Option #2 "CORRECT PRICES" and press <ENTER>.
As you will immediately see,"TOUR.DAT" is the file in memory.
Respond with YES to the following question:
Do you wish to EDIT the data in this file?
Now you will be prompted to select a stock or fund to edit.
Highlight the FIDELITY fund and press <ENTER>.
The next screen displays three columns of dates and prices.
Using any of the cursor movement keys identified in the
"COMMANDS" window, select any date/price combination to edit.
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Then press <ENTER>. A small window in the center of the
screen will appear and ask you to enter the correct price for
the date specified. After entering the correct price, you
will have a chance to change it through immediate
verification. If the new price is correct, respond with "Y",
otherwise you can re-enter the price. You can correct more
prices in the file loaded, prior to saving it. By pressing
the <ESC> key you can back out of each screen and ultimately
abandon any changes, or you can save the file.
Now after you return to the Data File Maintenance Menu, you
can freely try out any of the other options (i.e., DELETE a
file, ADJUSTMENT for stock splits, etc.).
If you use the file "TOUR.DAT" which you have created (by
backing up "SAMPLE.DAT") you will always have "SAMPLE.DAT" to
make more backup files to experiment with.
However, if you are ready to create and use your own data
files, get started...
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APPENDIX - "D": Commonly Asked Questions
COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Some of our users and potential users of MarketPLUS ask
questions about the program and related products. Here are a
few of them with our responses.
Q: Why is it that MarketPLUS is so affordable?
A: MarketPLUS began as a Public Domain program called
"Market" in 1986. The original program began as a "Labor of
Love", and has been developed to its current state with the
same labor-of-love attitude. Since MarketPLUS is owned by
and under the development of INDEPENDENT programmers, there
is very little overhead to pay (no LEAR jets or cruises to
the Bahamas). MarketPLUS is popular on its own merits:
* A unique database (allowing several investments in a single
data file)
* Low cost (well under the $300 to $2500 norm for this type
of product).
* Very easy to learn to use and maintain.
* FAST and powerful features within the program.
* Friendly and personalized service for our customers.
* Doesn't require EXTERNAL programs to support (spreadsheets,
templates, or databases)
* Customer input is well received (and welcomed!).
* Satisfied customers all over the world!
Q: How long will it take me to master the commands and
features of MarketPLUS?
A: Unlike most investment program of this type, MarketPLUS
does not require several weeks to learn to use. After reading
this manual and taking a "test-drive" using the Quick Tour
(Appendix-"A"), you'll be ready to go. Because of the
easy-to-use menus and simple commands, most users learn to
move through the program and use most of the features within
a few hours after installation.
Q: Will I need to buy other programs to maintain and support
MarketPLUS?
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A: No, MarketPLUS does not require you to purchase a separate
database or spreadsheet program to take full advantage of the
program. While MarketPLUS is a self-contained program, there
are some add-on programs you can purchase from F2S
Enterprises, to simplify the use of MarketPLUS (see
Appendix-"F"), specifically MarketFON and MarketTOOLS. An
extended version of MarketPLUS (50 / 540) is also available
for purchase as well (for systems with 512K of AVAILABLE
RAM).
Q: Why don't you include the ADD-ON programs within the
MarketPLUS program?
A: MarketPLUS, like many programs of its size uses large
amounts of the computer's memory to speed up its functions
and provide fast output on your display. Since most of the
utilities provided in MarketTOOLS or MarketFON do not require
immediate output, we maintain them as separate programs
(available at VERY low cost) in order to keep MarketPLUS fast
and easy to use!
Q: Do I need to use a mouse and printer to use the program?
A: No, you do not need to own a mouse. While a mouse is a
very worthwhile investment, and it makes using MarketPLUS a
SNAP!, all commands are easily activated with your keyboard.
No, you do not absolutely have to use a printer either to get
great benefit from using MarketPLUS. However, making a
hardcopy of an investment's graph or generating a tabular
report on paper will serve you well when referring to why you
bought or sold a security.
Q: Can I download data for MarketPLUS via a modem?
A: Yes, MarketPLUS has a companion product, MarketFON (see
Appendix-"F") which allows the use of a modem to download
quotes from a very cost effective data supply service - "DIAL
DATA" , a division of Track Data Corp. (you must establish an
account with Track Data Corp before using MarketFON.)
Q: I already have some historical data that I have used with
another investment program. Will you convert the data for me
to MarketPLUS's format?
A: No, since there are a number of data formats around, and
most require other entries (high,low,volume,etc.), we do not
provide any conversion programs. However , should you decide
to write your own conversion routine, we provide you with a
complete description and example of MarketPLUS' data format
in Appendix-"C", as a guide for your use.
Q: What should I do if I get an error message using the
program?
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A: MarketPLUS is equipped with a number of automatic
error-handling routines to make life easier when using the
program. If the error message asks you to do something
(i.e., insert the data disk,etc.), simply perform the
operation and continue. Most errors are due to incorrect
installation, so take your time when starting out!
If you can not find out why you received an error, do the
following:
Send us a hard-copy print of the error (or error message),
the graph settings screen, and send us the following:
1. Version of MarketPLUS you are using.
2. Your name and registration number.
3. Some general information:
a) Make & model of computer
b) Amount of memory available (run the DOS CHKDSK command
to list available memory)
c) type of memory resident programs, if any, and memory
they use.
d) type of graphics card and monitor
e) type of printer you are using.
f) description of problem (how it happened).
g) can you duplicate the error?
Q: How will I know about any future versions of MarketPLUS or
any new companion products?
A: By sending in your registration form, you will be listed
on our mailing list. We will contact you immediately when
new versions or new products become available.
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APPENDIX - F: Companion Products
M a r k e t P L U S
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The complete investment tracking system for individual
investors. Provides easy updating, editting, adjustment,
printing, sorting, graphing and technical analysis tools for
most any investment application. Extremely easy to learn to
use and maintain. Maintain daily, weekly or monnthly closing
prices. Many powerful graphics tools for zooming, drawing,
comparisons. Extremely FAST! Includes optional mouse
support, printer support (EPSON /IBM dot matrix and HP
Laserjet).
Pick the version that's BEST for you:
MarketPLUS (vers.1.1) - Standard Version:
Registration fee: $ 85
Allows the investor to maintain a database of 50 investments
per file with 130 closing prices per investment. Limit of
data files is determined only by disk space available!
This version requires 384K of AVAILABLE RAM. Comes on two
disks. Includes technical support, complete printed manual
with over 100 illustrations, quick reference card. Works on
CGA/EGA/VGA equipped color systems.
MarketPLUS (vers.1.1) - Extended Version:
Registration fee: $145
Same as standard version, except:
Allows the investor to maintain a database of 50 investments
per file with 540 closing prices per investment. This
extended version requires 512K of AVAILABLE RAM. Includes
same features and benefits as standard version. NOTE: A math
co-processor and 8 MHZ. min. speed is highly recommended for
making use of the larger data files.
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M a r k e t F O N
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Price: $ 24.95
MarketFON (Version 1.0) was written to be a data downloading
and conversion program to be used specifically with
MarketPLUS investment graphics program, and Track Data
Corporation's Dial/Data system for obtaining quotes. You
must have an account established with Track Data Corporation
to use this program at all. Dial/Data systems was chosen
because it is one of the least expensive quotation data bases
available. Their data service is very good!
Features:
* Create TICKER.TXT symbol file for data conversion.
* Ability to EDIT the TICKER.TXT symbol file.
* Capability to DELETE a symbol From TICKER.TXT file.
* Download and automatically CONVERT & UPDATE data.
* CONVERSION of Dial Data into MarketPLUS Format!
* HISTORIC DOWNLOAD (Data for any specified number of days)
* Make a SINGLE HISTORIC FILE for Stock, Fund, or Index.
* APPEND Historic download information to an existing .DAT
file.
* Configuration for Communication ports, baud rate, etc.
* Pop-up Windows & Mouse support! (Microsoft & Logitech)
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M a r k e t T O O L S
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Price: $ 19.95
MarketTOOLS (Version 1.0) is a "MarketPLUS *.DAT" file
utility program which gives MarketPLUS users several features
to customize their data for specific tracking.
Features:
* CONVERSION of MarketEGA/CGA '*.DAT' files to MarketPLUS
format!
* Capability to EDIT the name of a Stock/Fund.
* CORRECT MarketPLUS heading information.
* SHORTEN MarketPLUS files to any length!
* REARRANGE Stocks/Funds in a MarketPLUS file.
* SEPARATE a "Free" file for 1 Stock/Fund!
* APPEND a "Free" file to a similar MarketPLUS file.
* PRINT data & make data worksheets.
* CONVERT a daily file to weekly or monthly file!
* FILE SORT (Rearrange Stocks/Funds in MarketPLUS file)
* Pop-up windows and Mouse support (Microsoft & Logitech)
Now, you - the investor are able to alter your data files to
meet particular needs, or upgrade your old MarketEGA/CGA to
MarketPLUS Format to continue tracking!
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ORDER FORM (For credit card orders call (713) 471 - 7998)
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(Please check each item ordered and fill out information
below)
MarketPLUS (50/130 database) $85.00...................: _____
Includes Manual, Reference card, author support, and possible
commissions:
MarketPLUS (50/540 extended database) $145.00.........: _____
(requires 512K min. available RAM) Includes Manual,
Reference card, author support, and possible commissions:
MarketTOOLS $19.95...................................: _____
includes documentation on disk, author support
MarketFON $24.95.....................................: _____
includes documentation on disk, author support
Subtotal of all items selected:.................... $ ____.__
(Texas residents add 8% sales tax)................. $ ____.__
Std. Shipping & Handling (U.S.A.).................. $ 3.00
Overseas orders add $5.00 ......................... $ ____.__
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T O T A L ......................................... $ ____.__
Send to
Name:_______________________________________________________
Address:____________________________________________________
Address:____________________________________________________
City:__________________________ State:____ Zip:_____________
Phone #:____________________________________________________
(If you are ordering MarketPLUS 50/130 or 50/540, were you
introduced to MarketPLUS by a registered user? If so, please
write his/her name and registration number below. F2S
Enterprises will send him/her a $10 check for making this
referral):
_____________________________ ____________________
(Registered user) (reg. no., if known)
Please make Checks or Money order payable to:
F2S Enterprises
P.O. Box 1011
La Porte, TX. 77571-1011
If paying by credit card:
MC ___ VISA___ Card Number__________________________________
Name on card:_______________________________________________
Card's expiration date: ____________________________________
README.DOC
Thank you for trying MarketPLUS(tm), the finest investment tracking
system available at any price. Enter one of the following to start:
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Place the disk labeled "INSTALL / DOCS" into drive -A-, then:
1. Type "PRINTDOC" (without the quotes) and press <ENTER> to
print the program documentation, or
2. Type "INSTALL" (without the quotes) and press <ENTER> to
install the MarketPLUS program files. Follow the prompts.
(if you are not installing to a hard disk, format 2 floppy
disks prior to installation!)
3. If you are ready to order, type "ORDER-ME" and press <ENTER>
to print the order form.
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F2S Enterprises
P.O. Box 1011
La Porte, TX 77571-1011
(713) 471-7998
Directory of PC-SIG Library Disk #1153
Volume in drive A has no label
Directory of A:\
ORDER-ME BAT 418 11-22-89 1:31a
PRINTDOC BAT 489 11-22-89 1:26a
README BAT 32 5-21-89 2:56a
SAMPLE DAT 5135 12-04-89 12:36a
INVOICE DOC 2569 11-21-89 4:54p
MANUAL DOC 78692 12-03-89 10:42p
README DOC 1049 12-03-89 11:10p
INSTALL EXE 104209 12-03-89 1:16a
MPFILES2 LST 108 11-22-89 1:46a
MPKILL LST 426 11-14-89 3:07a
GO BAT 38 1-18-88 1:38p
GO TXT 694 1-02-90 6:43p
FILE1153 TXT 2591 1-02-90 6:03p
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