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Information about “VECHILE EXPENSES AND MAINTENANCE”
VEHICLE EXPENSES provides a means of writing, storing and maintaining
files of four categories: fuel, scheduled, emergency, and other
expenses related to the operation and maintenance of motor vehicles or
other equipment.
Using VEHICLE EXPENSES is quite easy. The database is created by simply
assigning a file name and adding the appropriate information. While the
system is set to handle many different vehicles, it is best suited for
the individual or small business with only a few cars.
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE provides a typewritten check-off sheet listing items
to be serviced at pre-defined intervals. The check-off sheet may be
used as a "memory jogger" to prevent overlooking items that should be
maintained, or the sheet may be presented to a service agency in order
to indicate the work you would like them to accomplish.
The data base is created by inputting up to five (5) maintenance
intervals; i.e., 5000, 10000, 15000, 30000, and 60000 "miles" for
vehicles, or you may use "hours" as the maintenance period criteria for
items such as generators, snowmobiles, air compressors, etc. The
maintenance period criteria is followed by a description of the
maintenance items you would like serviced at each of the specified
intervals; i.e., change oil, replace oil filter, replace air filter,
check brake pads, etc. Any of the interval item descriptions may be
added to, deleted from, or edited as required without leaving the
program.
FILE1748.TXT
Disk No: 1748
Disk Title: VEH Expenses/Maint
PC-SIG Version: S1
Program Title: VEH Expenses/Maint
Author Version: 4.2
Author Registration: $5.00 individual, $20.00 commercial.
Special Requirements: None.
VEHICLE EXPENSES provides a means of writing, storing and maintaining
files of four categories: fuel, scheduled, emergency and other
expenses, related to the operation and maintenance of motor vehicles or
other equipment.
Using VEHICLE EXPENSES is quite easy. The data base is created by
simply assigning a file name and adding the appropriate information.
While the system is set to handle many different vehicles, it is best
suited for the individual or small business with only a few cars.
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE provides a type written check off sheet listing
items to be serviced at pre-defined intervals. The check off sheet may
be used as a "memory jogger" to prevent over looking items that should
be maintained, or the sheet may be presented to a service agency in
order to indicate the work you would like them to accomplished.
The data base is created by inputting up to five (5) maintenance
intervals i.e., 5000, 10000, 15000, 30000, and 60000 "miles" for
vehicles or you may use "hours" as the maintenance period criteria for
items such as generators, snomobiles, air compressors, etc. The
maintenance period criteria is followed by a description of the
maintenance items you would like serviced at each of the specified
intervals i.e., change oil, replace oil filter, replace air filter,
check brake pads, etc. Any of the interval item descriptions may be
added to, deleted from, or edited as required without leaving the
program.
PC-SIG
1030D East Duane Avenue
Sunnyvale Ca. 94086
(408) 730-9291
(c) Copyright 1989 PC-SIG, Inc.
GO.TXT
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║ <<<< Disk #1748 VEH EXPENSES/MAINT >>>> ║
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║ To start Vehicle Expenses program, type: VEHEXP\VEHEXP31 ║
║ ║
║ To print Vehicle Expenses documentation, type: VEHEXP\TYPEDOC ║
║ ║
║ To start Vehicle Maint program, type: VEHMTC\VEHMTC42 ║
║ ║
║ To print Vehicle Maint documentation, type: VEHMTC\TYPEDOC ║
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VEHEXP31.TXT
************************************
* *
* VEHICLE *
* *
* EXPENSES *
* *
* Version 3.1 *
* *
************************************
Gary LaRonge
3023 Wilderness Loop S.E.
Olympia, Washington
98501
(C) Copyright 1988
VEHICLE EXPENSES
Version 3.1
DESCRIPTION:
VEHICLE EXPENSES provides a means of writing, storing and
maintaining files of four categories, fuel, scheduled, emergency and
other expenses, related to the operation and maintenance of motor
vehicles or other equipment.
Using VEHICLE EXPENSES is quite easy. The data base is created by
simply assigning a file name and adding the appropriate information.
After the file has been created, and the appropriate data has
been entered, save the file using a unique name that in some way
identifies the machinery to which it pertains. Some names that you
might consider are vehicle type (MUSTANG, PICKUP, BIGTRUCK, etc.) or
license number (DAT111, FGH089, etc.). The method you choose is not
important as long as it is meaningful to you. The file may now be
added to, deleted from, edited, printed to screen or printed to
printer as your needs dictate.
INCLUDED FILES:
VEHEXP31.TXT- This documentation.
VEHEXP31.EXE- The main program.
SAMPLE.EXP - A sample vehicle expense file. This file
may be used to practice editing, printing,
etc. until you feel comfortable enough to
create your permanent files.
HASERROR.EXP- This expense file has an out of sequence
entry in it. Select "print file to screen"
to see the results.
EXPINSTL.BAT- A batch file to assist installing VEHICLE
EXPENSES 3.1 on a hard disk.
TYPEDOC.BAT - A batch file to automate document printing.
NOTE- DOS Version 2.0 + is required for proper operation of this
program.
What's NEW in Version 3.0 -
1- Now writes files using different extensions than earlier
versions.
<filename>.FUE = Fuel expenses
<filename>.SM = Scheduled maintenance expenses
<filename>.EM = Emergency expenses
<filename>.OTH = Other expenses
This was necessary to gain the added record capacity.
2- Handles up to 157 records of each category. It is suggested that
new files be started annually and retain a separate disk of the
data entered for the previous year.
-Version 3.1-
Changes in user input fields
Change of Address
-1-
NOTE- If your computer is equipped with a color video board and a
mono monitor, it will be necessary to utilize the configuration
file to advise the program of the mono monitor.
The Version 3.0 file structure is not compatible with the structure
of earlier versions. The differences between the two file structures
is so great that it is not practical to write a conversion program,
so it will be necessary to start new expense files.
LETS GET STARTED:
To install VEHICLE EXPENSES on a hard disk, place the floppy disk
containing VEHICLE EXPENSES 3.1 and the files previously mentioned,
in drive A: and type EXPINSTL <enter>. A directory named C:\EXPNS
will be created on the hard disk and the files on the floppy disk in
drive A: will be copied to the new directory. When the file transfer
has been completed, type C: <enter> to access the hard disk, then
type CD\EXPNS to change directory to the new maintenance directory.
Version 3.1 supports a configuration file that is named
VEHEXP30.CNF. When the program is invoked it checks for the presence
of VEHEXP30.CNF. If the file is found, the data contained becomes
values which determines, the name in line one of the opening screen,
monitor type definition, and the I.D. of the disk drive/sub-
directory containing the expense files.
To invoke VEHICLE EXPENSES, Type VEHEXP31 <enter>.
An opening screen will appear with the prompt "Press <ENTER> to
continue" displayed at the bottom of the screen. At this point, if
you wish to create a configuration file, hold down the control key
and press F1. Follow the prompts to complete the three required
entries.
-or-
If you wish to install password protection, hold down the control,
shift and alternate keys and press F10. Enter the desired password
and be certain that it is not forgotten or you are in serious
trouble. Normally, use of password access will not be desired or
required.
Press <ENTER> to continue and when the opening screen clears you will
see the main menu which displays the following choices;
1- SELECT expense file.
2- PRINT expense file.
3- ADD expense records.
4- EDIT expense records.
5- DELETE expense FILES.
6- EXIT to DOS
-2-
Let's explore the options-
"SELECT expense file" is normally going to be your first choice
after the file has been created. When selected, you will need to
specify the type of file to select as fuel, scheduled, emergency, or
other, then all expense files are sorted and displayed with a
numerical reference. Simply enter the number assigned to the file of
your choice and that file will be opened and prepared for processing.
Up to 10 files will read into the directory for selection. If you
require maintaining data for more than 10 vehicles or pieces of
equipment, ask about our Commercial version. It is also very
inexpensive and offers nice features and handles 200 vehicles.
If you wish to create a new file, press <ESC> instead of entering
a file number.
"PRINT maintenance due"
When selected, you will need to choose one of the four available
categories, fuel expenses, scheduled expenses,emergency expenses or
other expenses. A print sub-menu offers the choices of "Print to
screen" or "Print to printer", you may then indicate your choice of
printing "all" records or a "single" record of the selected category.
If "print to printer" was your choice, you will be given the
opportunity to enter up to a 50 character title header for the
printed sheet. The print routine uses no special character codes so
it should function correctly with most printers.
"ADD expense records"
As additional expenses are encountered, they may be entered into the
main file with this option. You will be asked to enter the date,
mileage, and cost of the expenditure and if the selected category is
fuel, you will be asked to enter the amount of fuel purchased. Two 60
character comment lines have been provided in each entry to make
appropriate notes regarding that entry.
"EDIT expense records"
After selecting the desired category, you may opt to edit a record by
browsing through all records to edit as necessary or you may choose a
record by record number. When the appropriate record has been
displayed, you simply enter the number of the line to edit and make
the necessary corrections. Returning to the expense menu will cause
the file to updated automatically.
"DELETE expense files" should be used with caution. DO NOT
confuse this option with an editing function. This selection ERASES
THE FILE OF CHOICE FROM THE COMPUTER DISK !!!. To use this option,
enter the number of the file to be deleted as shown on the directory
of expense files. You will then be given an opportunity to abort the
operation if you choose to do so.
"EXIT to DOS" is the end of biz!.
-3-
This software is provided "as is" and offers no warranty, express or
implied. The author accepts no liability for this software use or
misuse, or any consequential, special, or exemplary damages
attributed to it's use.
-A CLOSING NOTE-
In most situations, pressing <esc> will get you out of a place in
which you don't wish to be.
My thoughts on contributions for shareware. Pretty simple, If you
decide to use this software and wish to contribute the suggested
value I will be forever grateful, If you feel you can't afford the
suggested amount, contribute what you think will better suit your
budget. If you want to use the software and contribute nothing, I
guess you will probably do just that. The down side of using
shareware and failing to contribute for its use is becoming more and
more evident. A few years ago, it was not difficult to find full
featured software readily available but now, thanks to those who
don't wish to support a fine system, we are seeing more and more
"teaseware", that is software that has been released without being
fully implemented. One of the beauties of the shareware system,
besides extremely low cost, is the opportunity to test new software
and be sure it suits ones needs before spending a couple of dollars
and with "teaseware" that benefit is being restricted. Let's not
destroy the system altogether. The thought of being restricted to
purchasing only commercial software is not a pretty one.
-4-
Please mail to:
Gary LaRonge
3023 Wilderness Loop S.E.
Olympia, Washington 98501
Please add my name to the list of registered users of-
VEHEXP31 (Individual use - $ 5.00)
(Commercial use - $20.00)
NOTE- Commercial registration includes the next release on disk.
BUSINESS NAME- __________________________________
DEPT- ___________________________________________
NAME- ___________________________________________
ADDRESS- ________________________________________
CITY, STATE- ____________________________________
ZIP CODE- _______________________________________
Please accept my sincere thanks,
Gary
VEHEXP31.TXT
************************************
* *
* VEHICLE *
* *
* EXPENSES *
* *
* Version 3.1 *
* *
************************************
Gary LaRonge
3023 Wilderness Loop S.E.
Olympia, Washington
98501
(C) Copyright 1988
VEHICLE EXPENSES
Version 3.1
DESCRIPTION:
VEHICLE EXPENSES provides a means of writing, storing and
maintaining files of four categories, fuel, scheduled, emergency and
other expenses, related to the operation and maintenance of motor
vehicles or other equipment.
Using VEHICLE EXPENSES is quite easy. The data base is created by
simply assigning a file name and adding the appropriate information.
After the file has been created, and the appropriate data has
been entered, save the file using a unique name that in some way
identifies the machinery to which it pertains. Some names that you
might consider are vehicle type (MUSTANG, PICKUP, BIGTRUCK, etc.) or
license number (DAT111, FGH089, etc.). The method you choose is not
important as long as it is meaningful to you. The file may now be
added to, deleted from, edited, printed to screen or printed to
printer as your needs dictate.
INCLUDED FILES:
VEHEXP31.TXT- This documentation.
VEHEXP31.EXE- The main program.
SAMPLE.EXP - A sample vehicle expense file. This file
may be used to practice editing, printing,
etc. until you feel comfortable enough to
create your permanent files.
HASERROR.EXP- This expense file has an out of sequence
entry in it. Select "print file to screen"
to see the results.
EXPINSTL.BAT- A batch file to assist installing VEHICLE
EXPENSES 3.1 on a hard disk.
TYPEDOC.BAT - A batch file to automate document printing.
NOTE- DOS Version 2.0 + is required for proper operation of this
program.
What's NEW in Version 3.0 -
1- Now writes files using different extensions than earlier
versions.
<filename>.FUE = Fuel expenses
<filename>.SM = Scheduled maintenance expenses
<filename>.EM = Emergency expenses
<filename>.OTH = Other expenses
This was necessary to gain the added record capacity.
2- Handles up to 157 records of each category. It is suggested that
new files be started annually and retain a separate disk of the
data entered for the previous year.
-Version 3.1-
Changes in user input fields
Change of Address
-1-
NOTE- If your computer is equipped with a color video board and a
mono monitor, it will be necessary to utilize the configuration
file to advise the program of the mono monitor.
The Version 3.0 file structure is not compatible with the structure
of earlier versions. The differences between the two file structures
is so great that it is not practical to write a conversion program,
so it will be necessary to start new expense files.
LETS GET STARTED:
To install VEHICLE EXPENSES on a hard disk, place the floppy disk
containing VEHICLE EXPENSES 3.1 and the files previously mentioned,
in drive A: and type EXPINSTL <enter>. A directory named C:\EXPNS
will be created on the hard disk and the files on the floppy disk in
drive A: will be copied to the new directory. When the file transfer
has been completed, type C: <enter> to access the hard disk, then
type CD\EXPNS to change directory to the new maintenance directory.
Version 3.1 supports a configuration file that is named
VEHEXP30.CNF. When the program is invoked it checks for the presence
of VEHEXP30.CNF. If the file is found, the data contained becomes
values which determines, the name in line one of the opening screen,
monitor type definition, and the I.D. of the disk drive/sub-
directory containing the expense files.
To invoke VEHICLE EXPENSES, Type VEHEXP31 <enter>.
An opening screen will appear with the prompt "Press <ENTER> to
continue" displayed at the bottom of the screen. At this point, if
you wish to create a configuration file, hold down the control key
and press F1. Follow the prompts to complete the three required
entries.
-or-
If you wish to install password protection, hold down the control,
shift and alternate keys and press F10. Enter the desired password
and be certain that it is not forgotten or you are in serious
trouble. Normally, use of password access will not be desired or
required.
Press <ENTER> to continue and when the opening screen clears you will
see the main menu which displays the following choices;
1- SELECT expense file.
2- PRINT expense file.
3- ADD expense records.
4- EDIT expense records.
5- DELETE expense FILES.
6- EXIT to DOS
-2-
Let's explore the options-
"SELECT expense file" is normally going to be your first choice
after the file has been created. When selected, you will need to
specify the type of file to select as fuel, scheduled, emergency, or
other, then all expense files are sorted and displayed with a
numerical reference. Simply enter the number assigned to the file of
your choice and that file will be opened and prepared for processing.
Up to 10 files will read into the directory for selection. If you
require maintaining data for more than 10 vehicles or pieces of
equipment, ask about our Commercial version. It is also very
inexpensive and offers nice features and handles 200 vehicles.
If you wish to create a new file, press <ESC> instead of entering
a file number.
"PRINT maintenance due"
When selected, you will need to choose one of the four available
categories, fuel expenses, scheduled expenses,emergency expenses or
other expenses. A print sub-menu offers the choices of "Print to
screen" or "Print to printer", you may then indicate your choice of
printing "all" records or a "single" record of the selected category.
If "print to printer" was your choice, you will be given the
opportunity to enter up to a 50 character title header for the
printed sheet. The print routine uses no special character codes so
it should function correctly with most printers.
"ADD expense records"
As additional expenses are encountered, they may be entered into the
main file with this option. You will be asked to enter the date,
mileage, and cost of the expenditure and if the selected category is
fuel, you will be asked to enter the amount of fuel purchased. Two 60
character comment lines have been provided in each entry to make
appropriate notes regarding that entry.
"EDIT expense records"
After selecting the desired category, you may opt to edit a record by
browsing through all records to edit as necessary or you may choose a
record by record number. When the appropriate record has been
displayed, you simply enter the number of the line to edit and make
the necessary corrections. Returning to the expense menu will cause
the file to updated automatically.
"DELETE expense files" should be used with caution. DO NOT
confuse this option with an editing function. This selection ERASES
THE FILE OF CHOICE FROM THE COMPUTER DISK !!!. To use this option,
enter the number of the file to be deleted as shown on the directory
of expense files. You will then be given an opportunity to abort the
operation if you choose to do so.
"EXIT to DOS" is the end of biz!.
-3-
This software is provided "as is" and offers no warranty, express or
implied. The author accepts no liability for this software use or
misuse, or any consequential, special, or exemplary damages
attributed to it's use.
-A CLOSING NOTE-
In most situations, pressing <esc> will get you out of a place in
which you don't wish to be.
My thoughts on contributions for shareware. Pretty simple, If you
decide to use this software and wish to contribute the suggested
value I will be forever grateful, If you feel you can't afford the
suggested amount, contribute what you think will better suit your
budget. If you want to use the software and contribute nothing, I
guess you will probably do just that. The down side of using
shareware and failing to contribute for its use is becoming more and
more evident. A few years ago, it was not difficult to find full
featured software readily available but now, thanks to those who
don't wish to support a fine system, we are seeing more and more
"teaseware", that is software that has been released without being
fully implemented. One of the beauties of the shareware system,
besides extremely low cost, is the opportunity to test new software
and be sure it suits ones needs before spending a couple of dollars
and with "teaseware" that benefit is being restricted. Let's not
destroy the system altogether. The thought of being restricted to
purchasing only commercial software is not a pretty one.
-4-
Please mail to:
Gary LaRonge
3023 Wilderness Loop S.E.
Olympia, Washington 98501
Please add my name to the list of registered users of-
VEHEXP31 (Individual use - $ 5.00)
(Commercial use - $20.00)
NOTE- Commercial registration includes the next release on disk.
BUSINESS NAME- __________________________________
DEPT- ___________________________________________
NAME- ___________________________________________
ADDRESS- ________________________________________
CITY, STATE- ____________________________________
ZIP CODE- _______________________________________
Please accept my sincere thanks,
Gary
VEHMTC42.TXT
************************************
* *
* VEHICLE *
* *
* MAINTENANCE *
* *
* Version 4.2 *
* *
************************************
Gary LaRonge
3023 Wilderness Loop S.E.
Olympia, Washington
98501
(C) Copyright 1988
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE
Version 4.2
DESCRIPTION:
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE provides a type written check off sheet
listing items to be serviced at pre-defined intervals. The check off
sheet may be used as a "memory jogger" to prevent over looking items
that should be maintained or the sheet may be presented to a service
agency and used as an indication of the work you would like
accomplished by the agency.
Using VEHICLE MAINTENANCE is quite easy. The data base is created
by inputting up to five (5) maintenance intervals i.e., 5000, 10000,
15000, 30000, and 60000 "miles" for vehicles or you may use "hours"
as the maintenance period criteria for items such as generators, sno-
mobiles, air compressors, etc. The maintenance period criteria is
followed by a description of the maintenance items you would like
serviced at each of the specified intervals i.e., change oil, replace
oil filter, replace air filter, check brake pads, etc. Any of the
interval item descriptions may be added to, deleted from, or edited
as required without leaving the program.
After the file has been created, and the appropriate data has
been entered, save the file using a unique name that in some way
identifies the machinery to which it pertains. Some names that you
might consider are vehicle type (MUSTANG, PICKUP, BIGTRUCK, SNOMOBIL,
AIRCOMP etc.) or license number (DAT111, FGH089, etc.). The method
you choose is not important as long as it is meaningful to you.
The VEHICLE MAINTENANCE print option- Enter the current mileage
or hours and maintenance due or maintenance overdue will be
displayed. At this point, a sheet of items due may be printed.
That's all there is to it!
INCLUDED FILES:
VEHMTC42.TXT- This documentation.
VEHMTC42.EXE- The main program.
MTCFIX.EXE - A program to convert [.MTC] files created
by earlier versions of Vehicle Maintenance
to the version 4.2 format.
SAMPLE.MTC - A sample vehicle maintenance file. This
file may be used to practice editing,
printing, etc. until you feel comfortable
enough to create your permanent files.
MTCINSTL.BAT- A batch file to assist getting started
using VEHICLE MAINTENANCE on a hard disk.
TYPEDOC.BAT - A batch file to automate document printing.
NOTE- DOS Version 2.0 + is required.
-1-
New in Version 4.0-
Sorted directory.
Configuration file written from main program.
"Write over existing file" protection.
Password protection option.
Automatically determines color or mono video adapter.
NOTE- If you are using a color video adapter and a
monochrome monitor, it will be necessary to use the
configuration option for the program to operate
correctly.
Menu options and files selectable by number.
Monitors disk free space. <10k free is reported.
Supports Path and drive specifications.
Improved editing and screen displays.
loads faster.
Runs faster.
- Version 4.1-
A few bug fixes.
- Version 4.2-
Change of address
LETS GET STARTED:
If you have previously been using VEHICLE MAINTENANCE, it will be
necessary to convert your existing data files using MTCFIX.EXE. If
you are a new user of VEHICLE MAINTENANCE just skip this section.
To convert your files type MTCFIX <enter> and follow the prompts.
MTCFIX will display all the information and instructions required. If
data files written with an earlier version of VEHICLE MAINTENANCE are
executed from VEHICLE MAINTENANCE version 4.2 the results will be
undesirable.
In the event an MTCFIX conversion fails, it will be necessary to
start new files using VEHMTC42. You might try running it twice.
*******************************************************************
NOTE- MAKE BACK UP COPIES OF YOUR DATA FILES BEFORE CONVERSION.
*******************************************************************
To install VEHICLE MAINTENANCE on a hard disk, place the floppy
disk containing VEHICLE MAINTENANCE 4.2 and the files previously
mentioned in drive A: and type MTCINSTL <enter>. A directory named
C:\MTC will be created on the hard disk and the files on the floppy
disk in drive A: will be copied to the new directory. When the file
transfer has been completed, type C: <enter> to access the hard disk,
then type CD\MTC to change directory to the new maintenance
directory.
Version 4.2 supports a configuration file that is named
VEHMTC40.CNF. If you are using a color monitor and the [.MTC] files
are located in the same directory or are on the same diskette as
VEHMTC41.EXE it will not be necessary a configuration file. If you
need to configure the program, it may be done by holding down ctrl
and pressing F1 when the "Press <ENTER> to continue" prompt is
displayed below the opening screen. The configure option allows you
to define up to 19 characters to be displayed as line 1 of the
opening screen, to define whether or not you are using a color or
monchrome monitor, and to define the drive or path to find the [.MTC]
files.
-2-
Version 4.2 also supports password protection. To install a
password, hold down ctrl,shift,alt and press F10 when the "Press
<ENTER> to continue" prompt is displayed below the opening screen.
Once a password is installed, it is necessary that it be correctly
entered to access the program. In most cases, the use of a password
will not be necessary. If you opt to use password access, DO NOT
FORGET YOUR PASSWORD or you are in serious trouble.
To execute VEHICLE MAINTENANCE, Type VEHMTC42 <enter>. When the
opening screen is cleared, you will see the main menu which displays
the following choices;
1- SELECT maintenance file
2- PRINT maintenance due
3- FILE maintenance
4- DELETE maintenance files
5- CREATE maintenance files
6- EXIT to DOS
Let's explore the options-
"SELECT maintenance file" is normally going to be your first
selection after creating new files. Define the type of file you wish
to open. The choices are "hours" or "miles". Enter the number of the
the file of choice. When the file choice is completed the file will
be read and the program returns to the main menu awaiting another
selection.
"PRINT maintenance due"
When selected, you will need to enter the current mileage or hours of
the selected equipment. The input range is limited to 1 - 999,999.
The input value is processed to determine the appropriate maintenance
interval and notification of maintenance status is returned.
A print menu provides the choices of "Print Mtce Due", "Return to
Menu", or "Exit to DOS". The print selection requires the date you
would like printed on the hard copy. The date may be entered manually
or automatically. If the automatic selection is chosen, the current
date in the computer time clock is used. Once the date is entered, a
title containing up to 45 characters may be input after which a
printed sheet containing the title, date, current mileage and
maintenance due for the specified maintenance interval, as well as
the mileage or hours of the next scheduled maintenance period is
generated. Choosing "Return to Menu" simply returns to the main menu
and "Exit to DOS" just exactly that.
"FILE maintenance" provides access to the file editor. Depending
upon your typing skills, you may spend a lot of time using this
feature. It's probably a good idea to become comfortable with the
file maintenance options. As with the rest of the program, the
editing module was written with ease of use as a priority so I don't
think you will have any trouble here. It begins with a menu offering
the following options;
Change line
Add line
Insert line
Delete line
Return to Main Menu
-3-
"Change line" allows access to a file to correct typos, add
missing words or generally restructure the previously entered text.
The current maintenance items are displayed on the screen preceded by
line numbers. Simply enter the line number that contains the text to
be revised. When the line number has been entered, the selected text
will begin to flash, verifying your choice. You may now enter the
revised text at the entry line indicated at the bottom of the screen.
Completion of the revision brings forth a "more?" prompt. If your
response is yes, you reenter the editor in the current maintenance
interval. If your response is no, the file is automatically saved and
you are returned to the menu. Please note that if a change is entered
and "Y" entered at the more? prompt and the edit option is exited the
file changes will not be saved. A save does not occur until the more?
prompt receives an "N".
The "change line" selection may also be used to view the
maintenance items listed for a specified maintenance interval. To
exit "change line" without making corrections, press <esc>.
"Add line" permits an extra line to be added to the bottom of the
current maintenance interval items. If the file is already full (22
items), no additions are permitted and a notification of the file
full status is displayed.
"Delete line" will remove the selected line number from the file
and move all remaining lines up one line to "close the gap" in the
maintenance item list.
"Return to main menu". You guessed it. That is what it does.
When a file is altered, it is automatically saved if you entered "N"
at the edit "more?" prompt. Don't bother looking for a separate "save
file" option, there isn't one.
"ERASE maintenance files" should be used with caution. DO NOT
confuse this option with an editing function. This selection ERASES
THE FILE OF CHOICE FROM THE COMPUTER DISK !!!. To use this option
it's simply a matter of selecting the chosen file as you have
previously done. After the file has been selected, you are given a
chance to change your mind at the next prompt which is "Press <ESC>
for menu or <ENTER> to continue". Choosing <ENTER> will cause the
selected file to be erased and <ESC> is your opportunity to bail out.
"CREATE maintenance files" is where the maintenance intervals and
maintenance items per interval are defined. To start, you are asked
to define the maintenance period criteria in "hours" or "miles", you
may then enter the maintenance intervals. Maintenance intervals are
the mileages or hours that you want maintenance performed. The
intervals chosen should be multiples of interval 1.
-4-
An example-
Using the "mile" definition, Interval 1= 5000, Interval 2= 10000,
Interval 3=15000, Interval 4=30000 and Interval 5=60000 or using the
"hour" definition, Interval 1= 10 , Interval 2= 20, Interval 3= 40,
Interval 4=80, Interval 5=160. Using a format other than the one
described may provide unpredictable results. Feel free to experiment.
You may certainly try other combinations, just be advised the attempt
may not be successful. If an incompatible format is used, the problem
will show up in the print option where the mileages or hours and
maintenance interval will be incorrectly calculated. After the
intervals are entered it is just a matter of entering the data you
would like for each maintenance interval. Assuming an interval
structure of 5000, 10000, 15000, 30000, and 60000 miles, an example
of appropriate item entries would be;
Interval 1= 5000- Change engine oil (5 qts.- 7/16" wrench)
Replace engine oil filter (APEX # nnnn)
Check lights
Check Brakes
Interval 2= 10000- Replace air filter (APEX # nnnn)
Interval 3= 15000- Inspect SMOG control system
Check transmission and differential levels
Interval 4= 30000- Check tire wear
Check tire pressures (26 psi)
Interval 5= 60000- Replace engine coolant (7 qts)
Replace transmission gear oil (4 pts)
Replace differential gear oil (4 pts)
The minimum interval 1 value that may be entered is 5 and the
maximum value is 20,000.
Selecting the [.MTC] file containing the above data would provide
a check off listing the items of each maintenance interval that may
be evenly divided into the current mileage.
Using the sample data- if the print option is selected, and a
mileage of 30000 entered, a print out would be generated that
contains all items in intervals 1, 2, 3, and 4 because 30000 miles is
divisible by each of those interval values. If the mileage entered
were 60000 then all items of all intervals would be printed. Entry of
an odd value such as 35000 miles would result in printing only the
items in interval 1 because 35000 cannot evenly be divided by 10000,
15000, 30000, or 60000, as required, however 35000 can be evenly
divided by 5000. It really is less confusing than it appears.
A maximum of 66 characters per line will be accepted. It is not
necessary to enter all 5 possible maintenance intervals, Press F10
when you wish to quit interval entry. It is also unnecessary to enter
all 22 possible items before entering the next interval, press F10 if
you wish to move on before the interval file is filled.
Files created using the "hour" format will be saved as
<filename>.HRS and files using the mile format will be saved as
<filename>.MTC.
"EXIT to DOS" is the end of biz!.
-5-
-A CLOSING NOTE-
In most situations, pressing <esc> will get you out of a place in
which you don't wish to be.
If your needs require tracking more than 10 pieces of equipment,
ask about our COMMERCIAL VERSIONS of Vehicle Maintenance and Vehicle
Expenses. The commercial versions are also inexpensive, inter-active
and make tracking vehicle maintenance requirements of many vehicles
much easier.
Gary LaRonge
3023 Wilderness Loop S.E.
Olympia, Wa. 98501
This software is provided "as is" and offers no warranty, express
or implied. The author accepts no liability for this softwares
use or misuse, or any consequential, incidental, special or
exemplary damages attributed to it's use.
-6-
My thoughts on contributions for shareware. Pretty simple, If you
decide to use this software and wish to contribute the suggested
value I will be forever grateful, If you feel you can't afford the
suggested amount, contribute what you think will better suit your
budget. If you want to use the software and contribute nothing, I
guess you will probably do just that. The down side of using
shareware and failing to contribute for its use is becoming more and
more evident. A few years ago, it was not difficult to find full
featured software readily available but now, thanks to those who
don't wish to support a fine system, we are seeing more and more
"teaseware", that is software that has been released without being
fully implemented. One of the beauties of the shareware system,
besides extremely low cost, is the opportunity to test new software
and be sure it suits ones needs before spending a couple of dollars
and with "teaseware" that benefit is being restricted. Let's not
destroy the system altogether. The thought of being restricted to
purchasing commercial software is not a pretty one.
---------------------------------------------------------------------
Please mail to:
Gary LaRonge
3023 Wilderness Loop S.E.
Olympia, Washington 98501
Please add my name to the list of registered users of-
VEHMTC42 (Individual use - $ 5.00)
(Commercial use - $20.00)
NOTE- Commercial registration includes the next release on disk.
BUSINESS NAME- __________________________________
DEPT- ___________________________________________
NAME- ___________________________________________
ADDRESS- ________________________________________
CITY, STATE- ____________________________________
ZIP CODE- _______________________________________
Please accept my sincere thanks,
Gary
VEHMTC42.TXT
************************************
* *
* VEHICLE *
* *
* MAINTENANCE *
* *
* Version 4.2 *
* *
************************************
Gary LaRonge
3023 Wilderness Loop S.E.
Olympia, Washington
98501
(C) Copyright 1988
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE
Version 4.2
DESCRIPTION:
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE provides a type written check off sheet
listing items to be serviced at pre-defined intervals. The check off
sheet may be used as a "memory jogger" to prevent over looking items
that should be maintained or the sheet may be presented to a service
agency and used as an indication of the work you would like
accomplished by the agency.
Using VEHICLE MAINTENANCE is quite easy. The data base is created
by inputting up to five (5) maintenance intervals i.e., 5000, 10000,
15000, 30000, and 60000 "miles" for vehicles or you may use "hours"
as the maintenance period criteria for items such as generators, sno-
mobiles, air compressors, etc. The maintenance period criteria is
followed by a description of the maintenance items you would like
serviced at each of the specified intervals i.e., change oil, replace
oil filter, replace air filter, check brake pads, etc. Any of the
interval item descriptions may be added to, deleted from, or edited
as required without leaving the program.
After the file has been created, and the appropriate data has
been entered, save the file using a unique name that in some way
identifies the machinery to which it pertains. Some names that you
might consider are vehicle type (MUSTANG, PICKUP, BIGTRUCK, SNOMOBIL,
AIRCOMP etc.) or license number (DAT111, FGH089, etc.). The method
you choose is not important as long as it is meaningful to you.
The VEHICLE MAINTENANCE print option- Enter the current mileage
or hours and maintenance due or maintenance overdue will be
displayed. At this point, a sheet of items due may be printed.
That's all there is to it!
INCLUDED FILES:
VEHMTC42.TXT- This documentation.
VEHMTC42.EXE- The main program.
MTCFIX.EXE - A program to convert [.MTC] files created
by earlier versions of Vehicle Maintenance
to the version 4.2 format.
SAMPLE.MTC - A sample vehicle maintenance file. This
file may be used to practice editing,
printing, etc. until you feel comfortable
enough to create your permanent files.
MTCINSTL.BAT- A batch file to assist getting started
using VEHICLE MAINTENANCE on a hard disk.
TYPEDOC.BAT - A batch file to automate document printing.
NOTE- DOS Version 2.0 + is required.
-1-
New in Version 4.0-
Sorted directory.
Configuration file written from main program.
"Write over existing file" protection.
Password protection option.
Automatically determines color or mono video adapter.
NOTE- If you are using a color video adapter and a
monochrome monitor, it will be necessary to use the
configuration option for the program to operate
correctly.
Menu options and files selectable by number.
Monitors disk free space. <10k free is reported.
Supports Path and drive specifications.
Improved editing and screen displays.
loads faster.
Runs faster.
- Version 4.1-
A few bug fixes.
- Version 4.2-
Change of address
LETS GET STARTED:
If you have previously been using VEHICLE MAINTENANCE, it will be
necessary to convert your existing data files using MTCFIX.EXE. If
you are a new user of VEHICLE MAINTENANCE just skip this section.
To convert your files type MTCFIX <enter> and follow the prompts.
MTCFIX will display all the information and instructions required. If
data files written with an earlier version of VEHICLE MAINTENANCE are
executed from VEHICLE MAINTENANCE version 4.2 the results will be
undesirable.
In the event an MTCFIX conversion fails, it will be necessary to
start new files using VEHMTC42. You might try running it twice.
*******************************************************************
NOTE- MAKE BACK UP COPIES OF YOUR DATA FILES BEFORE CONVERSION.
*******************************************************************
To install VEHICLE MAINTENANCE on a hard disk, place the floppy
disk containing VEHICLE MAINTENANCE 4.2 and the files previously
mentioned in drive A: and type MTCINSTL <enter>. A directory named
C:\MTC will be created on the hard disk and the files on the floppy
disk in drive A: will be copied to the new directory. When the file
transfer has been completed, type C: <enter> to access the hard disk,
then type CD\MTC to change directory to the new maintenance
directory.
Version 4.2 supports a configuration file that is named
VEHMTC40.CNF. If you are using a color monitor and the [.MTC] files
are located in the same directory or are on the same diskette as
VEHMTC41.EXE it will not be necessary a configuration file. If you
need to configure the program, it may be done by holding down ctrl
and pressing F1 when the "Press <ENTER> to continue" prompt is
displayed below the opening screen. The configure option allows you
to define up to 19 characters to be displayed as line 1 of the
opening screen, to define whether or not you are using a color or
monchrome monitor, and to define the drive or path to find the [.MTC]
files.
-2-
Version 4.2 also supports password protection. To install a
password, hold down ctrl,shift,alt and press F10 when the "Press
<ENTER> to continue" prompt is displayed below the opening screen.
Once a password is installed, it is necessary that it be correctly
entered to access the program. In most cases, the use of a password
will not be necessary. If you opt to use password access, DO NOT
FORGET YOUR PASSWORD or you are in serious trouble.
To execute VEHICLE MAINTENANCE, Type VEHMTC42 <enter>. When the
opening screen is cleared, you will see the main menu which displays
the following choices;
1- SELECT maintenance file
2- PRINT maintenance due
3- FILE maintenance
4- DELETE maintenance files
5- CREATE maintenance files
6- EXIT to DOS
Let's explore the options-
"SELECT maintenance file" is normally going to be your first
selection after creating new files. Define the type of file you wish
to open. The choices are "hours" or "miles". Enter the number of the
the file of choice. When the file choice is completed the file will
be read and the program returns to the main menu awaiting another
selection.
"PRINT maintenance due"
When selected, you will need to enter the current mileage or hours of
the selected equipment. The input range is limited to 1 - 999,999.
The input value is processed to determine the appropriate maintenance
interval and notification of maintenance status is returned.
A print menu provides the choices of "Print Mtce Due", "Return to
Menu", or "Exit to DOS". The print selection requires the date you
would like printed on the hard copy. The date may be entered manually
or automatically. If the automatic selection is chosen, the current
date in the computer time clock is used. Once the date is entered, a
title containing up to 45 characters may be input after which a
printed sheet containing the title, date, current mileage and
maintenance due for the specified maintenance interval, as well as
the mileage or hours of the next scheduled maintenance period is
generated. Choosing "Return to Menu" simply returns to the main menu
and "Exit to DOS" just exactly that.
"FILE maintenance" provides access to the file editor. Depending
upon your typing skills, you may spend a lot of time using this
feature. It's probably a good idea to become comfortable with the
file maintenance options. As with the rest of the program, the
editing module was written with ease of use as a priority so I don't
think you will have any trouble here. It begins with a menu offering
the following options;
Change line
Add line
Insert line
Delete line
Return to Main Menu
-3-
"Change line" allows access to a file to correct typos, add
missing words or generally restructure the previously entered text.
The current maintenance items are displayed on the screen preceded by
line numbers. Simply enter the line number that contains the text to
be revised. When the line number has been entered, the selected text
will begin to flash, verifying your choice. You may now enter the
revised text at the entry line indicated at the bottom of the screen.
Completion of the revision brings forth a "more?" prompt. If your
response is yes, you reenter the editor in the current maintenance
interval. If your response is no, the file is automatically saved and
you are returned to the menu. Please note that if a change is entered
and "Y" entered at the more? prompt and the edit option is exited the
file changes will not be saved. A save does not occur until the more?
prompt receives an "N".
The "change line" selection may also be used to view the
maintenance items listed for a specified maintenance interval. To
exit "change line" without making corrections, press <esc>.
"Add line" permits an extra line to be added to the bottom of the
current maintenance interval items. If the file is already full (22
items), no additions are permitted and a notification of the file
full status is displayed.
"Delete line" will remove the selected line number from the file
and move all remaining lines up one line to "close the gap" in the
maintenance item list.
"Return to main menu". You guessed it. That is what it does.
When a file is altered, it is automatically saved if you entered "N"
at the edit "more?" prompt. Don't bother looking for a separate "save
file" option, there isn't one.
"ERASE maintenance files" should be used with caution. DO NOT
confuse this option with an editing function. This selection ERASES
THE FILE OF CHOICE FROM THE COMPUTER DISK !!!. To use this option
it's simply a matter of selecting the chosen file as you have
previously done. After the file has been selected, you are given a
chance to change your mind at the next prompt which is "Press <ESC>
for menu or <ENTER> to continue". Choosing <ENTER> will cause the
selected file to be erased and <ESC> is your opportunity to bail out.
"CREATE maintenance files" is where the maintenance intervals and
maintenance items per interval are defined. To start, you are asked
to define the maintenance period criteria in "hours" or "miles", you
may then enter the maintenance intervals. Maintenance intervals are
the mileages or hours that you want maintenance performed. The
intervals chosen should be multiples of interval 1.
-4-
An example-
Using the "mile" definition, Interval 1= 5000, Interval 2= 10000,
Interval 3=15000, Interval 4=30000 and Interval 5=60000 or using the
"hour" definition, Interval 1= 10 , Interval 2= 20, Interval 3= 40,
Interval 4=80, Interval 5=160. Using a format other than the one
described may provide unpredictable results. Feel free to experiment.
You may certainly try other combinations, just be advised the attempt
may not be successful. If an incompatible format is used, the problem
will show up in the print option where the mileages or hours and
maintenance interval will be incorrectly calculated. After the
intervals are entered it is just a matter of entering the data you
would like for each maintenance interval. Assuming an interval
structure of 5000, 10000, 15000, 30000, and 60000 miles, an example
of appropriate item entries would be;
Interval 1= 5000- Change engine oil (5 qts.- 7/16" wrench)
Replace engine oil filter (APEX # nnnn)
Check lights
Check Brakes
Interval 2= 10000- Replace air filter (APEX # nnnn)
Interval 3= 15000- Inspect SMOG control system
Check transmission and differential levels
Interval 4= 30000- Check tire wear
Check tire pressures (26 psi)
Interval 5= 60000- Replace engine coolant (7 qts)
Replace transmission gear oil (4 pts)
Replace differential gear oil (4 pts)
The minimum interval 1 value that may be entered is 5 and the
maximum value is 20,000.
Selecting the [.MTC] file containing the above data would provide
a check off listing the items of each maintenance interval that may
be evenly divided into the current mileage.
Using the sample data- if the print option is selected, and a
mileage of 30000 entered, a print out would be generated that
contains all items in intervals 1, 2, 3, and 4 because 30000 miles is
divisible by each of those interval values. If the mileage entered
were 60000 then all items of all intervals would be printed. Entry of
an odd value such as 35000 miles would result in printing only the
items in interval 1 because 35000 cannot evenly be divided by 10000,
15000, 30000, or 60000, as required, however 35000 can be evenly
divided by 5000. It really is less confusing than it appears.
A maximum of 66 characters per line will be accepted. It is not
necessary to enter all 5 possible maintenance intervals, Press F10
when you wish to quit interval entry. It is also unnecessary to enter
all 22 possible items before entering the next interval, press F10 if
you wish to move on before the interval file is filled.
Files created using the "hour" format will be saved as
<filename>.HRS and files using the mile format will be saved as
<filename>.MTC.
"EXIT to DOS" is the end of biz!.
-5-
-A CLOSING NOTE-
In most situations, pressing <esc> will get you out of a place in
which you don't wish to be.
If your needs require tracking more than 10 pieces of equipment,
ask about our COMMERCIAL VERSIONS of Vehicle Maintenance and Vehicle
Expenses. The commercial versions are also inexpensive, inter-active
and make tracking vehicle maintenance requirements of many vehicles
much easier.
Gary LaRonge
3023 Wilderness Loop S.E.
Olympia, Wa. 98501
This software is provided "as is" and offers no warranty, express
or implied. The author accepts no liability for this softwares
use or misuse, or any consequential, incidental, special or
exemplary damages attributed to it's use.
-6-
My thoughts on contributions for shareware. Pretty simple, If you
decide to use this software and wish to contribute the suggested
value I will be forever grateful, If you feel you can't afford the
suggested amount, contribute what you think will better suit your
budget. If you want to use the software and contribute nothing, I
guess you will probably do just that. The down side of using
shareware and failing to contribute for its use is becoming more and
more evident. A few years ago, it was not difficult to find full
featured software readily available but now, thanks to those who
don't wish to support a fine system, we are seeing more and more
"teaseware", that is software that has been released without being
fully implemented. One of the beauties of the shareware system,
besides extremely low cost, is the opportunity to test new software
and be sure it suits ones needs before spending a couple of dollars
and with "teaseware" that benefit is being restricted. Let's not
destroy the system altogether. The thought of being restricted to
purchasing commercial software is not a pretty one.
---------------------------------------------------------------------
Please mail to:
Gary LaRonge
3023 Wilderness Loop S.E.
Olympia, Washington 98501
Please add my name to the list of registered users of-
VEHMTC42 (Individual use - $ 5.00)
(Commercial use - $20.00)
NOTE- Commercial registration includes the next release on disk.
BUSINESS NAME- __________________________________
DEPT- ___________________________________________
NAME- ___________________________________________
ADDRESS- ________________________________________
CITY, STATE- ____________________________________
ZIP CODE- _______________________________________
Please accept my sincere thanks,
Gary
Directory of PC-SIG Library Disk #1748
Volume in drive A has no label
Directory of A:\
FILE1748 TXT 3109 12-19-89 10:59a
GO BAT 38 1-01-80 1:37a
GO TXT 848 1-01-80 1:53a
VEHMTC <DIR>
VEHEXP <DIR>
5 file(s) 3995 bytes
Directory of A:\VEHMTC
. <DIR>
.. <DIR>
VEHMTC42 EXE 100219 10-11-88 6:37p
TYPEDOC BAT 607 10-11-88 7:13p
MTCINSTL BAT 367 10-11-88 7:13p
SAMPLE MTC 1706 1-03-88 11:45a
MTCFIX EXE 59060 2-26-88 9:39p
VEHMTC42 TXT 20184 10-11-88 7:01p
8 file(s) 182143 bytes
Directory of A:\VEHEXP
. <DIR>
.. <DIR>
VEHEXP31 EXE 114203 10-11-88 6:30p
EXPINSTL BAT 381 10-11-88 7:10p
TYPEDOC BAT 607 10-11-88 7:11p
HASERROR FUE 5040 3-23-88 8:00p
SAMPLE FUE 5040 3-23-88 11:56a
VEHEXP31 TXT 12244 10-11-88 7:08p
8 file(s) 137515 bytes
Total files listed:
21 file(s) 323653 bytes
30720 bytes free