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Disk No: 2623
Disk Title: System Master
PC-SIG Version: S1.0
Program Title: SYSTEM MASTER
Author Version: 3.1
Author Registration: $42.00
Special Requirements: 384K RAM.
SYSTEM MASTER'S multiple menu pages in a 4-dimensional setup give it a
unique look among DOS shells. With 16 menu pages and over 300
pre-defined menu items, this hard disk organizer is a must for PCs with
multiple users and security levels.
SYSTEM MASTER provides not only the standard SHELL options such as mouse
control, custom color setup, and screen blanking, but also timed
execution of programs, parameter passing to menu options, and a great
context sensitive help system. Users can define over 85,000 menu items
within the menu pages.
SYSTEM MASTER matches most commercial disk management packages in its
documentation. More than 100 pages of documentation provide the user
with operating instructions as well as a brief description of how DOS
commands have been implemented in SYSTEM MASTER.
Although SYSTEM MASTER doesn't have an automatic program search and
install option, addition of new menu items isn't difficult (though not
recommended for the novice). The program does not currently support
networks.
PC-SIG
1030D East Duane Avenue
Sunnyvale Ca. 94086
(408) 730-9291
(c) Copyright 1989 PC-SIG, Inc.
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║ To begin using the program, type: COPY README.1ST PRN (press ENTER) ║
║ or: TYPE README.1ST (press ENTER) ║
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║ (c) Copyright 1991, PC-SIG Inc. ║
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When you are operating SYSTEM MASTER and moving between menu levels
and/or menu pages, SYSTEM MASTER creates a menu template file each
time a new menu is entered if current menu data does not yet exist.
SYSTEM MASTER creates an empty data file so that you can begin adding
menu options immediately upon entering any specific menu.
Since empty menu data files will tend to fill-up your hard disk very
quickly, we have provided a utility program (SM_PURGE.EXE) to eliminate
these empty, menu data files from your hard disk.
SM_PURGE must be run from the command line or written into a menu option
The SM_PURGE is part of the 'TOOLS' Special function in the Registered
version of SYSTEM MASTER.
SM_PURGE only deletes empty data files, so your valid menu data files
will NOT be effected.
Release Date: 2 January, 1991
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OOOOOOOOO OOO OOO OOOOOOOOO OOOOOOOOO OOOOOOOOO OOOO OOOO
OOOOOOOOO OOO OOO OOOOOOOOO OOOOOOOOO OOOOOOOOO OOOOO OOOOO
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OOO OOO OOO OOO OOO OOO OOO OOO OOO OOO
OOOOOOOOO OOOOOOOOO OOOOOOOOO OOO OOOOOOOO OOO OOOOO OOO
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Hard Disk Organizer Version 3.1
OWNERS' MANUAL
SYSTEM MASTER Created by
Thomas J. Medley
Medley Data Services
PO Box 606
Dubuque, Iowa 52004-0606
Release Date: 2 January, 1991
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SYSTEM MASTER 3.1
(C) Copyright 1991 Medley Data Services
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED WORLDWIDE
SYSTEM MASTER is a trademark of Medley Data Services.
All trademarks and registered trademarks referenced within this document
are the property of their respective owners.
Release Date: 2 January, 1991
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REGISTRATION & LICENSING AND ORDER FORM
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Name: ________________________________________________________________
Company: ________________________________________________________________
Address: ________________________________________________________________
City: _____________________________ St: ______ Zip: ________________
Phone: ( _____ ) ______ - __________ User Group ID: SM.UG_________
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Quan Price
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Licensed Copies of the SYSTEM MASTER Software
@ $30.00 ea. (Includes 1 free upgrade) : ______ $ _______.___
Licensed Copies of the SYSTEM MASTER Manual
@ $12.00 ea. : ______ $ _______.___
Iowa Residents add 5% Tax. Sales Tax: $ _______.___
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Total: $ _______.___
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Register To: _______ Company _______ Individual
Diskette Size: _______ 5 1/4" Diskettes _______ 3 1/2" Disk
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I hereby state that I have read the License Agreement, fully understand
it, and agree to abide by it's terms.
Signature: ______________________________________
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Site & Corporate licenses are Available for SYSTEM MASTER.
Quantity Discounts: Quantity... Disk(s)... Manual(s)...
1.. 4 copies - $ 30.00 ea - $ 12.00 ea
5.. 9 copies - $ 27.00 ea - $ 12.00 ea
10..24 copies - $ 24.00 ea - $ 12.00 ea
25..49 copies - $ 21.00 ea - $ 12.00 ea
50..99 copies - $ 18.00 ea - $ 10.00 ea
100 + copies - $ 14.00 ea - $ 10.00 ea
Mail to: Medley Data Services
PO Box 606
Dubuque, IA 52004-0606
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LICENSE AGREEMENT
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The SYSTEM MASTER Hard Disk Organization System is NOT released
as a "Public Domain" product and it may NOT be considered as
"Freeware". SYSTEM MASTER is a copyrighted software product
developed and owned by Medley Data Services, located in Dubuque,
Iowa, USA.
Medley Data Services grants you, without charge as a PC user, to
copy, distribute and use copies of this version of SYSTEM MASTER
"Shareware" product, provided that you have registered your copy
of SYSTEM MASTER, on the condition that you do not receive any
payment, commercial benefit, or other consideration for such
reproduction or distribution, or change this license agreement
or the following copyright notice which appears on the software,
documentation, user interface, menus and magnetic media:
(C) Copyright 1991 Medley Data Services - Dubuque, Iowa USA.
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED WORLDWIDE
You may make and keep 1 back-up copy of the software for your
personal use, provided that you are a registered user.
You may also distribute copies of the Shareware version of this
product, to other persons, but solely for their evaluation, and
solely for evaluation by such other persons during a 30 day trial
period.
SYSTEM MASTER may NOT be sold or otherwise provided as part of a
larger system, or as a part of a more inclusive product or service,
without the express written consent and licensing from Medley Data
Services.
The rights to receive any such financial or other benefit, and to
modify the product or employ its components in any kind of deriva-
tive work, are reserved exclusively by Medley Data Services.
Please feel free to contribute your ideas regarding desired addi-
tional product features and functionality.
Support from users enables us to develop additional features and
future versions of the SYSTEM MASTER product. Product support
will only be made available to REGISTERED USERS.
You may not reverse-engineer, disassemble, modify, decompile or
create derivative works of the product. You acknowledge that the
product includes certain trade secrets and confidential information,
all of which is the copyrighted intellectual property of Medley
Data Services.
SYSTEM MASTER is a trademark of Medley Data Services. All Rights
Reserved Worldwide.
Release Date: 2 January, 1991
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This product is licensed "AS IS" without any warranty of merchant-
ability or fitness for a particular purpose, performance, or other-
wise. All warranties are expressly disclaimed. By using the SYSTEM
MASTER product, you agree that neither MEDLEY DATA SERVICES noy any
officers, directors, employees, affiliates, owners, or other related
parties will be liable to you ar any third party for any use of (or
inability to use) or performance of this product, or for any damages
whatsoever whether based on contract, tort or otherwise. Even if we
are notified of such possibility in advance.
(Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental
or consequential damages, so the foregoing limitation may not apply
to you.)
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SECTION 1 ... SYSTEM MASTER Introduction
1.1 What is SYSTEM MASTER? .................................... 1- 1
1.2 Using This Documentation .................................. 1- 1
1.3 Hardware Requirements ..................................... 1- 1
1.4 Installing SYSTEM MASTER .................................. 1- 1
1.5 Starting SYSTEM MASTER .................................... 1- 2
SECTION 2 ... SYSTEM MASTER Features & Functions
2.1 What can I do with SYSTEM MASTER? ......................... 2- 1
2.2 SYSTEM MASTER Key Features ................................ 2- 1
SECTION 3 ... SYSTEM MASTER System Specifics
3.1 SYSTEM MASTER Menu Structure .............................. 3- 1
3.2 Menu Screen Layout ........................................ 3- 1
3.3 Accessing Menu Options .................................... 3- 3
3.3.1 Accessing Menu Options ............................ 3- 3
3.3.2 Accessing Menus ................................... 3- 3
3.3.3 Accessing Menu Levels ............................. 3- 4
3.4 Accessing SYSTEM MASTER Functions ......................... 3- 4
3.4.1 F1 - Context Sensitive Help ..................... 3- 5
3.4.2 F2 - Menu Option Editor ......................... 3- 5
3.4.3 F3 - User Profile Editor ........................ 3- 5
3.4.4 F4 - Logging ON to SYSTEM MASTER ................ 3- 6
3.4.5 F5 - Logging OFF of SYSTEM MASTER ............... 3- 6
3.4.6 F6 - Command Line DOS Command Processor ......... 3- 6
3.4.7 F7 - Quick Jump Menu Option Accessing ........... 3- 6
3.4.8 F8 - Special SYSTEM MASTER functions ............ 3- 6
3.4.9 F9 - Display Time/Date Toggle ................... 3- 7
3.4.10 F10 - Browse Theu Menu Structure ................. 3- 7
3.4.11 ESC - Exiting to DOS ............................. 3- 7
3.4.12 PgUp - Jump to the Next Highest Menu .............. 3- 7
3.4.13 PgDn - Jump to the Next Lowest Menu ............... 3- 7
SECTION 4 ... SYSTEM MASTER Command Editor
4.1 Accessing the Command Editor .............................. 4- 1
4.2 The Command Editor and the Keyboard ....................... 4- 1
4.2.1 LeftArrow ......................................... 4- 1
4.2.2 RightArrow ........................................ 4- 1
4.2.3 Home .............................................. 4- 2
4.2.4 End ............................................... 4- 2
4.2.5 Del ............................................... 4- 2
4.2.6 Tab ............................................... 4- 2
4.2.7 F8 ................................................ 4- 2
4.2.8 BackSpace ......................................... 4- 2
4.3 ADDing a menu option ...................................... 4- 2
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4.4 EDITing a menu option ..................................... 4- 3
4.5 INSERTing a menu option ................................... 4- 3
4.6 DELETEing a menu option ................................... 4- 4
4.7 CUTting a menu option ..................................... 4- 4
4.8 COPYing a menu option ..................................... 4- 5
4.9 PASTEing a menu option .................................... 4- 5
4.10 DELETEing a menu box ...................................... 4- 6
4.11 CUTting a menu box ........................................ 4- 6
4.12 COPYing a menu box ........................................ 4- 7
4.13 PASTEing a menu box ....................................... 4- 7
4.14 Command Editor Input Fields ............................... 4- 8
4.14.1 Menu Title ........................................ 4- 8
4.14.2 Button Text ....................................... 4- 8
4.14.3 Pad Text .......................................... 4- 8
4.14.4 Option Text ....................................... 4- 9
4.14.5 Informative Text .................................. 4- 9
4.14.6 SecurityLevel ..................................... 4- 9
4.14.7 AccessCode ........................................ 4-10
4.14.8 Command Strings Input ............................. 4-10
4.14.8.1 F2 Insert ............................. 4-11
4.14.8.2 F3 Delete ............................. 4-11
4.14.8.3 F4 Cut ................................ 4-11
4.14.8.4 F5 Copy ............................... 4-11
4.14.8.5 F6 Paste .............................. 4-11
4.14.8.5 F8 Clear to EOL ....................... 4-11
4.14.8.6 F10 Select ............................. 4-12
4.14.8.6.1 Select Drive ................ 4-12
4.14.8.6.2 Select Path ................. 4-12
4.14.8.6.3 Select Program .............. 4-12
4.14.8.6.4 Select File ................. 4-12
4.14.8.6.5 Select SYSTEM MASTER Command 4-13
4.14.8.6.6 Select DOS Command .......... 4-13
4.14.8.6.7 Select Batch Command ........ 4-13
4.14.8.6.8 Select Menu Cell ............ 4-13
SECTION 5 ... SYSTEM MASTER Tri-Level Security
5.1 Security System Overview ................................. 5- 1
5.1.1 Level 1 - Personal Passwords ..................... 5- 1
5.1.2 Level 2 - User Access Level ...................... 5- 1
5.1.3 Level 3 - Menu Option Access Code ................ 5- 1
5.2 User Profile Editor ...................................... 5- 2
5.1.2 The User Profile Record .......................... 5- 2
5.1.2.1 'Name' Field .......................... 5- 2
5.1.2.2 'Title' Field .......................... 5- 2
5.1.2.3 'Addr' Field ........................... 5- 3
5.1.2.4 ' ' Field ........................... 5- 3
5.1.2.5 'City' Field ........................... 5- 3
5.1.2.6 'State' ............................... 5- 3
5.1.2.7 'ZipCode' Field ........................ 5- 3
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5.1.2.8 'Phone' Field .......................... 5- 3
5.1.2.9 'Ext' Field ............................ 5- 3
5.1.2.10 'Employee' Field ....................... 5- 3
5.1.2.11 'PassWord' Field ....................... 5- 3
5.1.2.12 'AccLevel' Field ....................... 5- 4
SECTION 6 ... DOS Command Reference
6.1 DOS Primer ............................................... 6- 1
6.2 DOS Command Descriptions ................................. 6- 2
6.2.1 APPEND ........................................... 6- 2
6.2.2 ASSIGN ........................................... 6- 2
6.2.3 ATTRIB ........................................... 6- 2
6.2.4 BACKUP ........................................... 6- 3
6.2.5 BREAK ............................................ 6- 5
6.2.6 CHCP ............................................. 6- 5
6.2.7 CHDIR/CD ......................................... 6- 6
6.2.8 CHKDSK ........................................... 6- 6
6.2.9 CLS .............................................. 6- 7
6.2.10 COMMAND .......................................... 6- 8
6.2.11 COMP ............................................. 6- 8
6.2.12 COPY ............................................. 6- 8
6.2.13 CTTY ............................................. 6- 9
6.2.14 DATE ............................................. 6-10
6.2.15 DEL .............................................. 6-10
6.2.16 DIR .............................................. 6-10
6.2.17 DISKCOMP ......................................... 6-11
6.2.18 DISKCOPY ......................................... 6-12
6.2.19 ERASE ............................................ 6-12
6.2.20 EXE2BIN .......................................... 6-12
6.2.21 FIND ............................................. 6-13
6.2.22 FORMAT ........................................... 6-13
6.2.23 GRAFTABL ......................................... 6-14
6.2.24 GRAPHICS ......................................... 6-14
6.2.25 JOIN ............................................. 6-14
6.2.26 KEYBxx ........................................... 6-14
6.2.27 LABEL ............................................ 6-15
6.2.28 MKDIR/MD ......................................... 6-15
6.2.29 MODE ............................................. 6-15
6.2.30 MORE ............................................. 6-15
6.2.31 PATH ............................................. 6-16
6.2.32 PRINT ............................................ 6-16
6.2.33 PROMPT ........................................... 6-17
6.2.34 RECOVER .......................................... 6-17
6.2.35 RENAME ........................................... 6-17
6.2.36 REPLACE .......................................... 6-18
6.2.37 RESTORE .......................................... 6-18
6.2.38 RMDIR/RD ......................................... 6-18
6.2.39 SELECT ........................................... 6-18
6.2.40 SET .............................................. 6-19
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6.2.41 SHARE ............................................ 6-19
6.2.42 SORT ............................................. 6-19
6.2.43 SUBST ............................................ 6-19
6.2.44 SYS .............................................. 6-20
6.2.45 TIME ............................................. 6-20
6.2.46 TREE ............................................. 6-20
6.2.47 TYPE ............................................. 6-20
6.2.48 VER .............................................. 6-21
6.2.49 VERIFY ........................................... 6-21
6.2.50 VOL .............................................. 6-21
6.2.51 XCOPY ............................................ 6-21
SECTION 7 ... Batch Command Reference
7.1 Batch Primer ............................................. 7- 1
7.2 Batch Command Descriptions ............................... 7- 2
7.2.1 :label ........................................... 7- 2
7.2.2 @ ................................................ 7- 2
7.2.3 %# ............................................... 7- 2
7.2.4 %string% ......................................... 7- 2
7.2.5 CALL ............................................. 7- 3
7.2.6 ECHO ............................................. 7- 3
7.2.7 FOR .............................................. 7- 3
7.2.8 GOTO ............................................. 7- 3
7.2.9 IF ERRORLEVEL .................................... 7- 4
7.2.10 IF EXIST ......................................... 7- 4
7.2.11 IF s1==s2 ........................................ 7- 4
7.2.12 PAUSE ............................................ 7- 4
7.2.13 REM .............................................. 7- 4
7.2.14 SHIFT ............................................ 7- 5
SECTION 8 ... SYSTEM MASTER Command Reference
8.1 SYSTEM MASTER Command Listing ............................. 8- 1
8.1.1 Timer Operation Instructions ...................... 8- 1
8.1.2 Command Processing Instructions ................... 8- 1
8.1.3 Command termination instructions .................. 8- 1
8.1.4 System Specific instruction ....................... 8- 1
8.2 SYSTEM MASTER Command Reference ........................... 8- 2
8.2.1 Timer Operation Instructions ...................... 8- 2
8.2.1.1 [B] Define Timer Break-out Sequence .... 8- 2
8.2.1.2 [T] Set Timer for Unattended Processing 8- 3
8.2.2 Command Processing Instructions ................... 8- 4
8.2.2.1 %s% System Variable Flags .............. 8- 4
8.2.2.2 %n Input Parameter Flags .............. 8- 5
8.2.2.3 #n Calculated Input Parameter Flags ... 8- 6
8.2.2.4 [!] Display a message .................. 8- 7
8.2.2.5 [?] Prompt for Input ................... 8- 8
8.2.2.6 [%] Set Input Parameter Directly ....... 8- 9
8.2.2.7 [-] ECHO OFF ........................... 8-10
8.2.2.8 [+] ECHO ON ............................ 8-11
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8.2.2.9 [*] Remark ............................. 8-12
8.2.2.10 [C] Make a Calculation ................. 8-13
8.2.2.11 [D] Timed Delay ........................ 8-14
8.2.2.12 [E] Echo string to display ............. 8-15
8.2.2.13 [I] Include Menu Option ................ 8-16
8.2.2.14 [M] Multiple Execution ................. 8-17
8.2.2.15 [P] Pause for Keystroke ................ 8-18
8.2.2.16 [W] Display Input/Message Window ....... 8-19
8.2.3 Command Termination Instructions .................. 8-20
8.2.3.1 [J] Jump to Menu Option ................ 8-20
8.2.3.2 [L] Load SYSTEM MASTER and Jump ........ 8-21
8.2.3.3 [X] Load SYSTEM MASTER and Execute ..... 8-22
8.2.3.4 [R] Operate in Resident Mode ........... 8-23
8.2.4 Command Processing Instructions (continued) ....... 8-24
8.2.4.1 [V] Set System Variables ............... 8-24
SECTION 9 ... Building SYSTEM MASTER Menus
9.1 Menu Design ............................................... 9- 1
9.1.1 The All-In-1 Approach ............................. 9- 1
9.1.2 The Modular Approach .............................. 9- 1
9.1.2.1 Which Approach to Use ................... 9- 1
9.2 Menu Construction ......................................... 9- 2
9.2.1 All-in-1 Approach ................................ 9- 2
9.2.1.1 Defining Menu Options .................. 9- 2
9.2.1.1.1 Simple Copy File Option .... 9- 2
9.2.1.1.2 Advanced Copy File Option .. 9- 3
9.2.2 Modular Approach ................................. 9- 4
9.2.2.1 Defining Menu Options .................. 9- 4
9.2.2.1.1 Expert Copy File Option .... 9- 4
SECTION 10 ...SYSTEM MASTER Menu Design Examples
10.1 Distribution Diskette Menus .............................. 10- 1
10.1.1 The BASE MENU .................................... 10- 1
10.1.2 The DOS Function MENU ............................ 10- 1
10.1.2.1 DISK ................................... 10- 1
10.1.2.2 DIRECTORY .............................. 10- 2
10.1.2.3 FILE ................................... 10- 3
10.1.2.4 SYSTEM ................................. 10- 4
10.1.3 Configuration Options Menu ....................... 10- 5
10.1.3.1 COLORS ................................. 10- 5
10.1.3.2 PALETTES ............................... 10- 6
10.1.3.3 SWITCHES ............................... 10- 7
10.1.3.4 SCRN_BLANK ............................. 10- 7
10.1.3.5 ACCESS ................................. 10- 8
10.1.4 Special Error Handling Options ................... 10- 8
10.2 Let's Design some practical Menu Options ................. 10- 9
10.2.1 Move a File ..................................... 10- 9
10.2.1.1 Writing the MOVE Command .............. 10-10
10.2.2 Executing Programs .............................. 10-10
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APPENDIX A - SYSTEM MASTER System Command Summary ............... A- 1
APPENDIX B - SYSTEM MASTER ColorSet Definitions ................. B- 1
APPENDIX C - SYSTEM MASTER ColorSet Attribute Definitions ....... C- 1
APPENDIX D - SYSTEM MASTER Default ColorSet/Attribute Settings .. D- 1
APPENDIX E - SYSTEM MASTER Default Palette Register Settings .... E- 1
APPENDIX F - SYSTEM MASTER System '[B]' Command KeyCodes ........ F- 1
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System Timer Operations Instructions ...................................
[B] keycodes Define Timer Break-Out Sequence
[T] hh:mm:ss Timer Op - Curr Day / Specified Time
[T] hh:mm:ss mm/dd/yy Timer Op - Specified Day & Time
System Command Processing Instructions .................................
%string% System Variable Flag
%n Input Parameter Flag
#n Calculated Input Parameter Flag
[!] Display an Empty Line in SM
[!] n Display n Empty Lines in SM
[!] string Display a message in SM
[?] 0 Clear Input Parameter Counter
[?] s Input String w/o Prompt Message
[?] n Input Integer w/o Prompt Message
[?] r Input Real Number w/o Prompt Message
[?] s string Input String w/ Prompt Message
[?] n string Input Integer w/ Prompt Message
[?] r string Input Real Number w/ Prompt Message
[%] value Set Input Parameter Directly
[-] Set DOS Echo OFF
[+] Set DOS Echo ON
[*] string Comment the Command Definition
[C] n1 *,/,-,+ n2 Calculate an Input Parameter
[D] n Delay n 1/10 ths of a Second
[E] string Echo a String on DOS display
[I] cell Include another menu option
[M] n1 n2 Multiple Execution of n1 lines n2 times
[P] Pause for Keystroke
[W] Open a Window in SM
System Command Termination Instructions ................................
[J] cell Jump to Menu Option cell
[L] Load SM and initialize structure
[L] c Load SM and Jump to Calling Option
[L] cell Load SM and Jump to Menu Option cell
[X] cell Load SM and Execute Menu Option Cell
[R] d parameters Run DOS Command while SM is Resident
[R] n command parameters Run ANY Command while SM is Resident
System Specific Instructions ...........................................
[V] t n Toggle SM system boolean var n
[V] n n1 n2 Set Numerical SM System var n1 to n2
[V] s n1 s1 Set String SM system var n1 to n2
[V] p n1 n2 Set Palette n1 to n2
[V] c n1 n2 n3 Set Colorset n1, Attrib n2 to n3
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ColorSet # ColorSet Description
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01 Base Screen (Shaded Area)
02 Header Block (Screen Lines 1..3)
03 Footer Block (Screen Lines 24 & 25)
04 Menu Bar (Pad Identifiers - Screen Line 2)
05 Menu Box
06 Button Menu Background
07 Menu Selection Buttons
08 Edit Windows
09 Edit Menu Box
10 Help Window
11 Screen Blank Notice
12 Time/Date Display
13 System/Error Messages
14 Operating Mode bar (Right SIde of Screen Line 1)
15 Security Window
16 Various Implementations
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1 Normal Background Color
2 Normal Text Color
3 HiLite BackGround Color
4 HiLite Text Color
5 Message BackGround Color
6 Message Text Color
7 Border Background Color
8 Border Char Color
9 Title Background Color
10 Title Text Color
11 Shading Background Color
12 Shading Characher Color
13 Box Line Type
14 Shading Character Code
15 Drop Shadow On/Off
16 Window Edge On/Off
* NOTE: The Attribute definitions shown above were implemented
to arrive at the color system data structure. The actual
uses of the attributes may vary according to the colorset
used for any particular screen display item.
(See Appendix D for a chart of the utilized attributes
for each color set, and the value each had when this
version of SYSTEM MASTER was released.)
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A T T R I B U T E
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
--- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
1 6 7 7 15 6 8 - - 6 8 0 7 - 178 - -
--- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
2 1 0 - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
--- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
3 1 0 - - - - - - 1 11 - - - - - -
--- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
4 1 11 6 1 - - - - - - - - - - - -
--- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
C 5 6 0 1 15 - - 6 0 - - - - 2 - 1 1
--- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
O 6 2 15 6 0 - - 2 11 - - - - 2 - 1 0
--- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
L 7 1 15 6 0 - - 2 - - - - - - - - -
--- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
O 8 0 7 8 15 0 14 0 2 0 1 - - 2 - 1 1
--- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
R 9 4 15 6 4 - - 4 12 - - - - 2 - 1 1
--- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
S 10 4 15 4 14 4 15 4 3 4 3 - - 2 - 1 1
--- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
E 11 - - - 11 - - - - - - - - - - - -
--- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
T 12 0 - - 15 - - 0 2 0 11 - - 2 - 1 0
--- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
13 4 - - - 4 15 4 15 - - - - 2 - 1 1
--- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
14 - - - 15 - 2 - - 5 0 - - - - - -
--- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
15 0 7 - 11 - - 0 2 - - - - 1 - 1 1
--- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
16 0 7 - 11 - - 0 2 - - - - 1 - 1 1
--- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
* An attribute setting of '-' above indicates that the attribute
is not currently being utilized within SYSTEM MASTER.
* NOTE: The above settings are only valid for the color adapters.
Monochrome adapters utilize the same attributes, but the
setting values will not be similar.
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SYSTEM
MASTER IBM
Register Standard Standard
Number Setting Setting
---------- ---------- ----------
0 00 00
1 57 01
2 11 02
3 39 03
4 04 04
5 62 05
6 63 20
7 07 07
8 56 56
9 09 57
10 58 58
11 31 59
12 60 60
13 44 61
14 62 62
15 63 63
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Key Desc Key Code Key Desc Key Code
-------- -------- -------- --------
space \032 N \078
! \033 O \079
" \034 P \080
# \035 Q \081
$ \036 R \082
% \037 S \083
& \038 T \084
' \039 U \085
( \040 V \086
) \041 W \087
* \042 X \088
+ \043 Y \089
, \044 Z \090
- \045 [ \091
. \046 \ \092
/ \047 ] \093
0 \048 ^ \094
1 \049 _ \095
2 \050 ` \096
3 \051 a \097
4 \052 b \098
5 \053 c \099
6 \054 d \100
7 \055 e \101
8 \056 f \102
9 \057 g \103
: \058 h \104
; \059 i \105
< \050 j \106
= \061 k \107
> \062 l \108
? \063 m \109
@ \064 n \110
A \065 o \111
B \066 p \112
C \067 q \113
D \068 r \114
E \069 s \115
F \060 t \116
G \071 u \117
H \072 v \118
I \073 w \119
J \074 x \120
K \075 y \121
L \076 z \122
M \077 { \123
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Key Desc Key Code Key Desc Key Code
-------- -------- -------- --------
| \124 DnArrow \000\080
} \125 PageDown \000\081
~ \126 Insert \000\082
ShiftTab \000\015 Delete \000\083
Alt-Q \000\016 ShiftF1 \000\084
Alt-W \000\017 ShiftF2 \000\085
Alt-E \000\018 ShiftF3 \000\086
Alt-R \000\019 ShiftF4 \000\087
Alt-T \000\020 ShiftF5 \000\088
Alt-Y \000\021 ShiftF6 \000\089
Alt-U \000\022 ShiftF7 \000\090
Alt-I \000\023 ShiftF8 \000\091
Alt-O \000\024 ShiftF9 \000\092
Alt-P \000\025 ShiftF10 \000\093
Alt-A \000\030 Ctrl-F1 \000\094
Alt-S \000\031 Ctrl-F2 \000\095
Alt-D \000\032 Ctrl-F3 \000\096
Alt-F \000\033 Ctrl-F4 \000\097
Alt-G \000\034 Ctrl-F5 \000\098
Alt-H \000\035 Ctrl-F6 \000\099
Alt-J \000\036 Ctrl-F7 \000\100
Alt-K \000\037 Ctrl-F8 \000\101
Alt-L \000\038 Ctrl-F9 \000\102
Alt-Z \000\044 Ctrl-F10 \000\103
Alt-X \000\045 Alt-F1 \000\104
Alt-C \000\046 Alt-F2 \000\105
Alt-V \000\047 Alt-F3 \000\106
Alt-B \000\048 Alt-F4 \000\107
Alt-N \000\049 Alt-F5 \000\108
Alt-M \000\050 Alt-F6 \000\109
F1 \000\059 Alt-F7 \000\110
F2 \000\060 Alt-F8 \000\111
F3 \000\061 Alt-F9 \000\112
F4 \000\062 Alt-F10 \000\113
F5 \000\063 CtrlLfA \000\114
F6 \000\064 CtrlRtA \000\115
F7 \000\065 CtrlEnd \000\116
F8 \000\066 CtrlPgD \000\117
F9 \000\067 CtrlHom \000\118
F10 \000\068 Alt-Hyp \000\130
Home \000\071 Alt-Equ \000\131
UpArrow \000\072 CtrlPgU \000\132
Page Up \000\073 Escape \027
LfArrow \000\075 Carriage \013
RtArrow \000\077 BackSpac \008
End \000\079
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1.1 What is SYSTEM MASTER?
SYSTEM MASTER is a Software Shell that will assist you in master-
ing your day-to-day application accessing and data handling &
collection chores very simply and very easily.
The outright power of SYSTEM MASTER has been disguised within a
beautifully structured user interface, which will allow even the
most squeemish user to grasp the reigns of computing like an
expert.
1.2 Using This Documentation
This document describes the features and functions of SYSTEM MASTER
You will not require a great deal of technical knowledge to under-
stand and operate SYSTEM MASTER, although an understanding of the
intricacies of DOS will allow you to take special advantage of the
SYSTEM MASTER features.
1.3 Hardware Requirements
The SYSTEM MASTER shell is designed to operate with color as well
as monochrome computer systems. It has been tested and has been
proven to operate effectively on the following systems:
CGA
EGA
VGA
MVGA
MCGA
SYSTEM MASTER will operate on systems with 384K memory, but 512 or
640K is desireable. At the present time SYSTEM MASTER can not take
advantage of Expanded or Extended memory directly. Mouse support
is available within SYSTEM MASTER, but is not required.
1.4 Installing SYSTEM MASTER
To install SYSTEM MASTER, execute the following steps as presented.
1) Make a Sub-Directory on your hard disk. Call it SM.
C:\> md c:\sm <ENTER>
2) Log the SM directory.
C:\> cd\sm <ENTER>
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3) Place the SYSTEM/DOCUMENTATION diskette in the appropriate
diskette drive, and unpack the SM_PROG.ZIP, SM_MENU.ZIP and
the SM_DOCS.ZIP files.
C:\SM\> A:\PKUNZIP A:\SM_PROG <ENTER>
-and-
C:\SM\> A:\PKUNZIP A:\SM_MENU <ENTER>
-and-
C:\SM\> A:\PKUNZIP A:\SM_DOCS <ENTER>
All of the necessary system and configuration files should now be
operational. Proceed to section 1.5 to start SYSTEM MASTER.
1.5 Starting SYSTEM MASTER
SYSTEM MASTER may only be run from within the directory in which
it resides. If you attempt to run the shell from outside the
SYSTEM MASTER directory, necessary setup files will not be located
and error messages will be displayed.
C:\SM\>
You MUST use the following command to start SYSTEM MASTER:
C:\SM\> sm <ENTER>
The system will either work incorrectly or not at all if any of
the other batch or exec files are run.
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2.1 What can I do with SYSTEM MASTER?
With SYSTEM MASTER, you can create menus that can range from very
simple and direct to extremely sophisticated and functional:
You can set SYSTEM MASTER to load and execute your frequently used
application programs.
You can set SYSTEM MASTER to perform DOS command tasks with the
touch of a key or the click of a mouse.
You can set SYSTEM MASTER to only respond when authorized users
have given appropriate security responses.
You can customize the SYSTEM MASTER shell, as well as create
your own menuing schemes.
You can set SYSTEM MASTER to perform predetermined tasks - at
specific times throughout your day, without the need to even be
at your computer system.
2.2 SYSTEM MASTER Key Features
SYSTEM MASTER boasts a magnificent collection of features and
power tools which include:
SYSTEM MASTER allows beginning or mid-range users unfamiliar
with the DOS environment to get the most out of the operating
system in a controlled and comfortable way.
SYSTEM MASTER can prompt the user for the input required to
execute command files properly and effectively.
SYSTEM MASTER can execute command files with input parameters
preset into a menu option (static variables) or can utilize
free-form input parameter passing (dynamic variables) for the
ultimate in menu shell flexibility.
SYSTEM MASTER will allow you to chain menus and menu options
thru a special Command Processor built into the shell.
SYSTEM MASTER comes outfitted with a current maximum of 85,536
menu options that can be set to perform a multitude of tasks.
SYSTEM MASTER has password-controlled access to the sensitive
functional areas within the shell. Areas like the Command
Editor, User Profiles, Menu Jumping, and DOS Environment are
protected by minimum acess level requirements.
SYSTEM MASTER provides for AccessCode-controlled access to
specific menu selections, each able to have a unique AccessCode.
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SYSTEM MASTER can also protect entire ranges of menu selections
with AccessLevel controls which require users have an Access
Level assigned to their user profile at least as high as the
menu option selected.
SYSTEM MASTER writes all command data into data files for
added security.
SYSTEM MASTER can execute menu selections by system Time & Date.
SYSTEM MASTER normally removes itself from memory prior to the
execution of menu option commands allowing maximum available
memory to be available to applications.
SYSTEM MASTER can be operated in resident mode which speeds up
the return to SYSTEM MASTER after the execution of a command.
SYSTEM MASTER provides on-line context-sensitive help at
virtually every location within the shell.
SYSTEM MASTER allows for easy modification of menu features
such as screen colors, color palettes, system switches & screen
display features.
SYSTEM MASTER provides a screen blanking feature, to prevent
imageburn, which replaces an inactive screen with a periodical-
ly shifting user defined message. Blanking interval is user
selectable and the displayed blanking message is customizable.
SYSTEM MASTER offers an on-line menu option editor which speeds
up the menu option definition process dramatically.
SYSTEM MASTER allows you to use your choice of the keyboard for
moving around the shell or full mouse support coupled with the
keyboard for accessing special areas.
SYSTEM MASTER provides on-screen display of date and time.
SYSTEM MASTER is written in assembler & Turbo Pascal and is not
copy protected.
Since SYSTEM MASTER was designed and written by a 'USER', it is a
completely user oriented product. On-Line help screens and prompts
walk you through every aspect of the package. A single keystroke
(F1) will call up a Help window which will describe the item
currently being accessed.
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3.1 SYSTEM MASTER Menu Structure
The SYSTEM MASTER menu structure is extremely straight forward,
but can become somewhat confusing to the novice user.
The Menu Structure is Structured into what amounts to a
4-dimensional array of menu options. But don't let that scare
you off. Approximately 70% of your day-to-day operations will
make use of only visible 2-dimensional structures. (i.e. the
6 menu boxes with 16 possible options in each).
What Sets SYSTEM MASTER apart from the others is its ability
to access any 1 of the 85536 defineable menu options with an
absolute minimum of keystroking. This is accomplished via the
4-dimensional array structure which comprises SYSTEM MASTER.
Let me define the 4 'dimensions' within the menu structure:
Dimension 1 = The 16 possible menu options available within
a given menu box.
Dimension 2 = The 6 possible menu boxes that can be utilized
within each SYSTEM MASTER menu. (Each Menu Box
contains the 16 menu options from dimension 1).
Dimension 3 = The 9 available menus that can be accessed thru
the Menu Select Function. (Each Menu contains
the 96 menu options available in dimensions 1 & 2).
Dimension 4 = The 99 available menu levels that are accessible
thru the Menu Select Function. (Each Menu Level
contains 9 Menus with 96 Options within each to
comprise the 85,536 total available menu options).
3.2 Menu Screen Layout
The Standard Operating Mode Screen Display is the Screen
which appears when you first load SYSTEM MASTER.
Unless you are performing one of the SYSTEM MASTER
functions, this is the display you will work in.
At the top of the display (line #1),is the Title of the
Currently active SYSTEM MASTER menu. Following the Menu
Title is a Code, which identifies the menu cell where the
selection bar is currently located. When SYSTEM MASTER
is initially loaded, a location code of 'L01 M1 B1 O01' is
displayed. This code simply tells you that the selection
bar is currently on 'L'evel '01', 'M'enu '1', 'B'ox '1',
'O'ption '01'. It's as simple as that. As you move the
Selection Bar you will notice that the location numbers
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within that area change to reflect the current location.
At the end of screen line #1, is the current operating mode.
The current mode may be one of the following:
' MENU ' - When this mode is displayed, you are able to
move around the SYSTEM MASTER shell and
select 'MENU' options to execute. This mode
is always current after exiting all other
system function except the 'HELP' function.
' HELP ' - Although quite obvious, due to the large
'HELP' screen displayed, this mode shows you
that you are in help mode. When the F1 key
is pressed this mode becomes active.
' EDIT ' - When this mode is displayed, you are in the
Menu Option 'EDIT'or. Here, you can change
add, or delete menu options from the shell.
When the F2 key is pressed while in 'MENU'
mode, this function is available.
' USER ' - When this mode is displayed, you are in the
'USER' Profile Editor. Here, you can change
add, or delete user profiles from the shell.
When the F3 key is pressed while in 'MENU'
mode, this function is available.
' LogON ' - When this mode is displayed, you are prompted
to input your System LogON Password.
' JUMP ' - When this mode is displayed, you are prompted
to input a menu cell coordinate. When a cell
coordinate has been input SYSTEM MASTER makes
a 'Quick JUMP' directly to the specified cell.
' TOOL ' - When this mode is displayed, you are able
to use a collection of SYSTEM MASTER special
tools.
' TIME ' - When this mode is displayed, you are able to
view a Clock which displays the current system
Time & Date.
' SELECT ' - When this mode is displayed, you are able
to 'SELECT' a different Menu of Menu Level.
When the F10 key is pressed while in 'MENU'
mode this function is available.
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On the second line of the menu display is a group of 6
menu 'Pads'. These 'Pads' are the headers to Menu Boxes
which may be defined under them.
On the left side on the 4th screen line is displayed the
name of the currently LOGged User. All security access
levels are checked against the currently logged user's
'User Profile'.
On the right side on the 4th screen line is the Serial
Number of the Program.
On the 23rd screen line, 3rd from the bottom of the display,
is an area which may be optionally defined to display a
message describing the currently hilited menu option. This
message is defined within the 'Menu Option Editor' which
is accessible using the F2 key.
The bottom screen line contains a summary of valid function
keys which cause the system to switch operating modes. This
list changes depending upon which system function you are
currently accessing.
3.3 SYSTEM MASTER Menu Access
3.3.1 Accessing Menu Options
Accessing menu options is as easy as:
1) Sliding the mouse from side-to-side to select a menu
'Pad' then up-and-down to HiLite a menu option. Once
the option is HiLited, it may be 'Selected' by either
pressing the left mouse button or by pressing the
'Enter' key on the keyboard.
- or -
2) Using the 'Arrow' keys to move up-and-down & from
side-to-side to HiLite a menu option, then pressing the
'Enter' key or Clicking the left mouse button.
3.3.2 Accessing Menus
There are 4 distict methods for accessing menus:
1) Program a menu option with a '[J] nnnnnn' command to
perform the jump when the option is selected. (This
method is primarily used for nesting of menus).
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2) While in 'MENU' mode, press the F7 key. An input box
is displayed, and you are prompted to input a menu
option cell coordinate. If the coordinate is within
the unsecured menu area, jump immediately occurs.
3) While in 'MENU' mode, press the F10 key. This puts
SYSTEM MASTER into 'SELECT' mode. You can move around
the menu shell by using the Up/Down Arrow keys, and
the PgUp/PgDn keys. Press the <ENTER> key to enter
the selected menu, press the <ESC> key to return to the
original menu location.
4) While in 'MENU' mode, pressing the PgUp/PgDn keys will
move you into the next highest/lowest menu. As long as
the menu to be accessed is unsecured, the move is
immediate.
3.3.3 Accessing Menu Levels
There are up to 99 Menu Levels accessible within SYSTEM
MASTER. The actual number of accessible levels is user
defineable thru the SYSTEM MASTER Customization Options.
SYSTEM MASTER is distributed with all 99 menu levels
directly accessible. To limit the number of accessible
menu levels select the 'SYSTEM MASTER Customization'
menu option from the initially loaded menu. Next, move
the selection bar to the 'SETTINGS' menu pad and select
the 'Menu Level Access' option. When the input box
appears, input the number of menu levels that users may
directly access/browse. (range 1..99).
This Limiting of access allows you to secure more
sensitive items within menus that only you or a [J] menu
jump can access.
There are 3 distict methods for accessing menus:
1) Program a menu option with a '[J] nnnnnn' command to
perform the jump when the option is selected. (This
method is primarily used for nesting of menus).
2) While in 'MENU' mode, press the F7 key. An input box
is displayed, and you are prompted to input a menu
option cell coordinate. If the coordinate is within
the unsecured menu area, jump immediately occurs.
3) While in 'MENU' mode, press the F10 key. This puts
SYSTEM MASTER into 'SELECT' mode. You can move around
the menu shell by using the Up/Down Arrow keys, and
the PgUp/PgDn keys. Press the <ENTER> key to enter
the selected menu, press the <ESC> key to return to the
original menu location.
3.4 Accessing SYSTEM MASTER Functions
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3.4.1 F1 - Context Sensitive Help
Context Sensitive Help is available within
SYSTEM MASTER at virtually every phase of input
or operation. When the 'F1' key is pressed a
help screen which explains the current opera-
tion is displayed for the user.
3.4.2 F2 - Menu Option Editor
The SYSTEM MASTER Menu Option Editor allows
you to fully customize each of the 85,536 menu
options available within the shell.
(See Section 4 for a complete discussion of
the Menu Option Editor).
Access to the Option Editor may be Secured
by setting the Option Editor minimum Access Level
to 99 from within the SYSTEM MASTER Customization
Menu Option.
3.4.3 F3 - User Profile Editor
The User Profile Editor allows you to assign a
level of accessibility to all persons using the
SYSTEM MASTER shell. This Level of Accessibility
allows you to develop a menu shell that will
allow only those users with an AccessLevel equal
to or greater than a pre-determined setting
to select and use any given menu option.
For Example, Joe Smith has been assigned an Access
Level of 60. If there are menu options that Joe
should NOT have access to those menu options can
be defined to allow access only to individuals
that 1) know the password & 2) have an access
level equal to or greater than the one defined
within the menu option. So, to keep Joe out of
a sensitive menu option, assign a menu level
larger than 60 to the menu option. Anyone who
may access that option must be assigned an access
level at least as great as the one defined into
the menu option.
Access to the User Profile Editor may be Secured
by setting the User Profile Editor minimum Access
Level to 99 from within the SYSTEM MASTER Custom-
ization Menu Option.
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3.4.4 F4 - Logging ON to SYSTEM MASTER
If security is ACTIVE, you will not be able to access
menu options without the proper user security levels,
and password. Press F4 to display a password input box.
Input your personal password, and proceed.
3.4.5 F5 - Logging OFF of SYSTEM MASTER
To remove your user profile as the current system user,
press the F5 key, and the system reverts to boot status.
3.4.6 F6 - Command Line DOS Command Processor
It may, at some time be necessary to perform DOS
commands without having them predefined within the
SYSTEM MASTER shell.
If You press the F6 key while in menu mode, you will
be immediately returned to DOS. You can then perform
any DOS command or function as you normally would in DOS.
To return to SYSTEM MASTER, type 'EXIT' and press the
ENTER key. SYSTEM MASTER will resume it's function.
3.4.7 F7 - Quick Jump Menu Option Accessing
During the menu design process it will undoubtedly
become necessary to quickly move from menu-to-menu and
from level-to-level within the menu structure.
If You press the F7 key while in menu mode, a window
will appear and you will be prompted for the coordi-
nates of the menu cell you wish to 'J'ump into. The
menu cell coordinates are structured as a 6 digit
integer string (positions 1&2 specify the menu level -
position 3 specifies the menu number - position 4
specifies the menu box number - positions 5&6 specify
the menu option number).
3.4.8 F8 - Special SYSTEM MASTER functions
Pressing the F8 key while in 'MENU' mode causes a
menu to be displayed containg SYSTEM MASTER special
functions.
These SYSTEM MASTER 'Special' Functions are only avail-
able with the Registered Version of the SYSTEM MASTER
product.
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3.4.9 F9 - Display Time/Data Toggle
Pressing the F9 key while in 'MENU' mode displays a
clock which contains the current time & date. The clock
remains the current process until the F9 key is pressed
again, and the clock is erased.
3.4.10 F10 - Browse thru menu structure
See Items 3.3.2 & 3.3.3 above for the F10 function
description.
3.4.11 <ESC> Exiting to DOS
Pressing the <ESC> key Exits SYSTEM MASTER and return
to the DOS operating system.
The access to DOS may be limited to specified users.
Limitations are set in the configuration menu supplied
with SYSTEM MASTER.
3.4.12 PgUp - Jump to the Next Highest Menu Level
See Items 3.3.2 & 3.3.3 above for the PgUp function
description.
3.4.13 PgDn - Jump to the Next Lowest Menu Level
See Items 3.3.2 & 3.3.3 above for the PgDn function
description.
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The SYSTEM MASTER Command Editor is the system function that will
assist you in harnessing the power of SYSTEM MASTER. It will allow
you to build the ultimate power base for your computing needs thru
a multitude of editing features & shortcuts built into the Command
Editor.
4.1 Accessing the Command Editor
The SYSTEM MASTER Security system is distributed inactive.
If the Security System has been activated from the configuration
menu, continue by reading the following:
To access the Command Editor, you MUST Log onto SYSTEM MASTER
by pressing the F4 key and entering your system password.
After 'Logging' on to SYSTEM MASTER, you will be able to access
the Command Editor by pressing the F2 key.
Since the Command Editor is protected by access-level checks
failure to LogOn, or modify the 'minimum access level system
variable will cause SYSTEM MASTER to reject your request to
access the editor.
(See section 2 for Security Access Level discussion)
(See section 7 for System Variable modifications)
4.2 The Command Editor and the Keyboard
When you are inside the Command Editor you will have access
to various 'special' keys that were implemented to make
command editing easier and quicker.
LeftArrow
RightArrow
Home
End
Del
Tab
F8
BackSpace
4.2.1 LeftArrow
The LeftArrow key, if the current cursor position
is greater than position 1 of the current input
field, moves the cursor to the left 1 position.
4.2.2 RightArrow
The RightArrow key, if the current cursor position
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is less than the length of the current input field
moves the cursor to the right 1 position.
4.2.3 Home
The Home key moves the cursor to position 1 of
the input field.
4.2.4 End
The End key moves the cursor to 1 position past
the end of the currently displayed character
string.
4.2.5 Del
The Del key deletes the character at the cursor
position and slides the balance of the string
to the right of the cursor to the left 1 position
to take the place of the deleted character.
4.2.6 Tab
The Tab key, if the current cursor position
is less than the length of the current input field
moves the cursor to the right 5 positions.
4.2.7 F8
The F8 key, is used while editing field data to
clear text from the cursor position to the end of
the current line.
4.2.8 BackSpace
The BackSpace key, is used to delete the character
to the left of the cursor. All characters under and to
the right of the cursor are shifted left 1 space.
4.3 ADDing a menu option to SYSTEM MASTER
To ADD a menu option, we mean ADD a completely new menu
option to the shell.
To ADD a menu option, you must first find the place within
the shell you want the menu option to be displayed.
The location can be virtually anywhere within the shell
with 1 exception. To allow the menu boxes to expand
dynamically as options are added, the ADD command appends
new options to the end of an existing menu box, or creates
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a new menu box if the menu box does not yet exist.
So, to ADD a menu option to SYSTEM MASTER, you only need to
locate a menu level, a menu and a menu box for the definition
to be located in.
After a menu location has been selected and the selection
bar has been located within that menu box, or on the menu
pad where a new box will be placed, you need to press the
'F2' key.
You now have a list of 11 editing options from which to
choose. Move the selection bar so that the 'Add Menu Option'
line is hilited, and either press the <ENTER> key or click
the left mouse button once, and an editing box will appear.
Go to sub-section 4.14 for further information.
4.4 EDITing a menu option in SYSTEM MASTER
To EDIT a menu option, we mean EDIT an existing menu
option in the shell.
To EDIT a menu option, you must first find the location of
the menu option to be edited and place the selection bar
on that menu option.
After the menu option to be edited has been located and the
selection bar has been located on that menu option, you need
to press the 'F2' key.
You now have a list of 11 editing options from which to
choose. Move the selection bar so that the 'Edit Menu
Option' line is hilited, and either press the <ENTER> key
or click the left mouse button once, and an editing box will
appear. Go to sub-section 4.14 for further information.
4.5 INSERTing a menu option into SYSTEM MASTER
To INSERT a menu option, we mean INSERT a new menu
option into a specific location within a menu box.
To INSERT a menu option, you must first find the place within
the shell you want the menu option to be displayed. The
location can be virtually anywhere within the shell with 1
exception. Since the menu boxes expand dynamically, you can
INSERT a menu option only within a previously defined
menu box.
After the menu option to be inserted has been located and
the selection bar has been located on that menu option,
you need to press the 'F2' key.
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You now have a list of 11 editing options from which to
choose. Move the selection bar so that the 'Insert Menu
Option' line is hilited, and either press the <ENTER> key
or click the left mouse button once. When the INSERT
option is selected, the menu box is enlarged by 1 line and
the option at the current location, as well as any options
below that one on the menu box, are shifted down 1 line,
and an editing box will appear. Go to sub-section 4.14
for further information.
4.6 DELETEing a menu option from SYSTEM MASTER
To DELETE a menu option, we mean DELETE a menu option from the
from the shell without writing its contents to the option buffer.
To DELETE a menu option, you must first locate the option
you wish to delete from the shell and place the selection
bar over it.
After the menu option to be deleted has been located and the
selection bar has been located on that menu option, you need
to press the 'F2' key.
You now have a list of 11 editing options from which to
choose. Move the selection bar so that the 'Delete Menu
Option' line is hilited, and either press the <ENTER> key
or click the left mouse button once. When the DELETE
option is selected, the menu option is immediately deleted
and all options below the deleted option are shifted up
one line and the menu box is made 1 line smaller.
No field editing is involved with this option.
4.7 CUTting a menu option from SYSTEM MASTER
To CUT a menu option, we mean CUT a menu option from
the shell and save contents to the option buffer.
To CUT a menu option, you must first locate the option
you wish to cut from the shell and place the selection
bar over it.
After the menu option to be cut has been located and the
selection bar has been located on that menu option, you need
to press the 'F2' key.
You now have a list of 11 editing options from which to
choose. Move the selection bar so that the 'Cut Menu
Option' line is hilited, and either press the <ENTER> key
or click the left mouse button once. When the CUT
option is selected, the menu option is immediately deleted
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and all options below the deleted option are shifted up
one line and the menu box is made 1 line smaller. The
contents of the menu option are written to the option buffer
and made available for 'PASTING'.
No field editing is involved with this option.
4.8 COPYing a menu option in SYSTEM MASTER
To COPY a menu option, we mean COPY the contents of a menu
option from the shell and save contents to the option buffer.
To COPY a menu option, you must first locate the option
you wish to cut from the shell and place the selection
bar over it.
After the menu option to be copied has been located and the
selection bar has been located on that menu option, you need
to press the 'F2' key.
You now have a list of 11 editing options from which to
choose. Move the selection bar so that the 'Copy Menu
Option' line is hilited, and either press the <ENTER> key
or click the left mouse button once. When the COPY
option is selected, the contents of menu option are
copied to the option buffer with out any screen updates
taking place. The contents of the menu option are written
to the option buffer and made available for 'PASTING'.
No field editing is involved with this option.
4.9 PASTEing a menu option into SYSTEM MASTER
To PASTE a menu option, we mean PASTE the contents of the
option buffer into the shell.
To PASTE a menu option, you must first find the place within
the shell you want the menu option to be displayed. The
location can be virtually anywhere within the shell with 1
exception. The paste menu item option, when utilized, places
the Pasted item at the cursor location, and pushes the current
item at the cursor plus all other items below it in the menu
down 1 line. Therefore, you can not paste an item to the end
of a menu box listing.
After the menu option to be inserted has been located and
the selection bar has been located at that location,
you need to press the 'F2' key.
You now have a list of 11 editing options from which to
choose. Move the selection bar so that the 'Paste Menu
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Option' line is hilited, and either press the <ENTER> key
or click the left mouse button once. When the PASTE
option is selected, the menu box is enlarged by 1 line and
the option at the current location, as well as any options
below that one in the menu box, are shifted down 1 line.
No field editing is involved with this option.
4.10 DELETEing a menu box from SYSTEM MASTER
To DELETE a menu box, we mean DELETE all menu options within
a menu box from the shell without writing their contents to
the menubox buffer.
To DELETE a menu box, you must first locate the menu box you
wish to delete from the shell and place the selection bar
anywhere within it.
After the menu box to be deleted has been located and the
selection bar has been located in that menu box, you need
to press the 'F2' key.
You now have a list of 11 editing options from which to
choose. Move the selection bar so that the 'Delete Menu
Box' line is hilited, and either press the <ENTER> key
or click the left mouse button once. When the DELETE
option is selected, the menu box and all related menu
options are immediately deleted from the shell.
No field editing is involved with this option.
4.11 CUTting a menu box from SYSTEM MASTER
To CUT a menu box, we mean CUT all menu options within
a menu box from the shell and write them to the menubox
buffer.
To CUT a menu box, you must first locate the menu box you
wish to cut from the shell and place the selection bar
anywhere within it.
After the menu box to be cut has been located and the
selection bar has been located in that menu box, you need
to press the 'F2' key.
You now have a list of 11 editing options from which to
choose. Move the selection bar so that the 'Cut Menu
Box' line is hilited, and either press the <ENTER> key
or click the left mouse button once. When the CUT
option is selected, the menu box and all related menu
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options are immediately deleted from the shell and are
written to the menubox buffer for 'PASTEing'.
No field editing is involved with this option.
4.12 COPYing a menu box in SYSTEM MASTER
To COPY a menu box, we mean COPY all menu options of a
menu box from the shell and save them to the menubox buffer.
To COPY a menu box, you must first locate the menu box you
wish to copy in the shell and place the selection bar
anywhere with that menu box.
After the menu box to be copied has been located and the
selection bar has been located in that menu box, you need
to press the 'F2' key.
You now have a list of 11 editing options from which to
choose. Move the selection bar so that the 'Copy Menu
Box' line is hilited, and either press the <ENTER> key
or click the left mouse button once. When the COPY
option is selected, the contents of the menu box and all
related menu options are immediately copied into the menubox
buffer for 'PASTEing'.
No field editing is involved with this option.
4.13 PASTEing a menu box into SYSTEM MASTER
To PASTE a menu option, we mean PASTE the contents of the
menubox buffer into the shell.
To PASTE a menu box, you must first find the place within
the shell you want the menu option to be pasted. The
location can be anywhere within the shell.
After the selection bar has been placed on the menu pad that
the menu box will be pasted, press the 'F2' key.
You now have a list of 11 editing options from which to
choose. Move the selection bar so that the 'Paste Menu
Box' line is hilited, and either press the <ENTER> key
or click the left mouse button once. When the PASTE
option is selected, the contents of the menubox buffer are
copied to the menu location targeted.
NOTE: if a menu box already appears at the paste location,
it will be overwritten by the pasted menu box.
No field editing is involved with this option.
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4.14 Command Editor Input Fields:
Menu Title Input Field
Button Text Input Field
Pad Text Input Field
Option Text Input Field
Informative Text Input Field
SecurityLevel Input Field
AccessCode Input Field
Command Input Section (19 Input Fields)
4.14.1 Menu Title Input Field
The Menu Title Input Field, is the Title you see displayed
at the top of the SYSTEM MASTER screen.
If there is a value displayed next to the input
prompt, you will probably wish to leave it alone
for the following reason. The 'Menu Title' as
displayed here can be edited from any of the 96
possible menu options within any given menu.
Changing the Menu Title for 1 option changes it for
all of the options within the current menu.
The Menu Title field is 51 characters long.
To leave the value as is, just press the <ENTER> key.
4.14.2 Button Text Input Field
The Button Text Input Field, is an abbreviated 'Menu Title'
which appears in the menu selection area that you see when
you press the F10 key while in MENU mode.
If there is a value displayed next to the input
prompt, you will probably wish to leave it alone
for the following reason. The 'Menu Title' as
displayed here can be edited from any of the 96
possible menu options within any given menu.
Changing the Button Text for 1 option changes it for
all of the options within the current menu.
The Button Text field is 12 characters long.
To leave the value as is, just press the <ENTER> key.
4.14.3 Pad Text Input Field
The Pad Text Input Field, is the 'Menu Box Title'
which appears at the top of each menu box position
on SYSTEM MASTER screen.
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If there is a value displayed next to the input
prompt, you will probably wish to leave it alone
for the following reason. The 'Menu Box Title'
as displayed here can be edited from any of the 16
possible menu options within the given menu box.
Changing the Pad Text for 1 option changes it for
all of the options within the current menu box.
The Pad Text field is 10 characters long.
To leave the value as is, just press the <ENTER>
key.
4.14.4 OptionText Input Field
The OptionText Input Field, is the text that will
appear in the displayed menu box.
When Adding a Menu Option, there will be no value
displayed. If EDITing, the current option text
string will be displayed for modification.
If this field is left blank, SYSTEM MASTER
displays what appears to be an empty option,
although it is a valid option and any command
instructions will be processed as usual.
The OptionText field is 24 characters long.
To leave the value as is, just press the <ENTER> key.
4.14.5 Informative Text Input Field
The Informative Text input field is the message
that is displayed on line 23 of your monitor when
the hilite bar passes over the corresponding menu
option.
The Informative Text message allows you to attach
a little longer description of the function of the
menu option.
The Informative Text input field is optional and
can be skipped by pressing the <ENTER> key at the
empty prompt.
The Informative Text field is 60 characters long.
4.14.6 SecurityLevel Input Field
The SecurityLevel input field is the minimum
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access level required of any user to access this
menu option.
If the current user has an access level equal to
or greater than the value input at this input
prompt, access to the option will be granted.
If the current user does not have an access level
greater than or equal to the 'SecurityLevel' field
access to the option will be denied.
The input SecurityLevel must be within the range
of 0..99.
4.14.7 AccessCode Input Field
In addition to the SecurityLevel field, which is
checked against the access level of the current
user, the AccessCode, if assigned, adds a bit more
security to a menu option by requiring the user
to input an AccessCode at run-time that MUST match
this value exactly, or access will be denied.
The AccessCode checks are case sensitive so if you
mix upper & lower case characters within this field
the same combination of upper & lower case
characters must be entered by the user to gain
access.
The AccessCode input field is optional and can be
skipped by pressing the <ENTER> key at the empty
prompt. If this value is skipped, no access code
inquiry will be executed when the menu option is
selected.
The AccessCode field is 6 characters long.
4.14.8 Command Input Section (19 Input Fields)
When you enter the Command Input Section of the
Command Editor, a second input window is displayed,
and you are prompted to input command descriptions.
The displayed window has 19 input positions (fields)
which are available for command input descriptions.
You will need to refer to sections 5, 6 & 7 for actual
DOS, Batch and SYSTEM MASTER commands appropriate to
this area of the menu description.
When the Command Input Section Window is displayed
a whole new set of editing features becomes
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available to you. Along the bottom of the display
are 5 command editor 'special' keys.
F2 Insert
F3 Delete
F4 Cut
F5 Copy
F6 Paste
F8 Clear EOL
F10 Select
4.14.8.1 F2 Insert
The F2 keys tells the Command editor to
insert a blank line at the cursor for
the insertion of a command.
4.14.8.2 F3 Delete
The F3 key tells the Command Editor to
delete the command at the cursor and
move the remaining commands up one
position.
4.14.8.3 F4 Cut
The F4 key tells the Command Editor to
delete the command at the cursor, but
retain its contents in a buffer, and move
the remaining commands up one position.
4.14.8.4 F5 Copy
The F5 key tells the Command editor to
copy the command at the cursor into the
command buffer for future paste operation
4.14.8.5 F6 Paste
The F6 key tells the Command Editor to
insert the contents of the command buffer
at the current command line. The command
at the current command line, as well as
all suceeding commands are moved down 1
command line.
4.14.8.6 F8 Clear EOL
The F8 key, when pressed, clears all charac-
ters from the cursor location to the end
of the current line.
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4.14.8.7 F10 Select
The F10 key invokes another extra special
SYSTEM MASTER feature... The Command
Selection Assist Section. The 'Selection
Assist' allows you to select, from dynamic
menus, virtually all of the items that can
be written into a SYSTEM MASTER command set.
There are 8 Select Options available thru
the Selection Assist menu:
4.14.8.6.1 Select Drive
The Select Drive Assist provides
you with a list of disk drive letters
from which to make a selection.
When a drive has been selected the
corresponding text string is written
to the input command line.
4.14.8.6.2 Select Path
The Select Path Assist provides you
with a list of valid path names that
correspond to the drive selected
in the 'Select Drive' Assist option.
The innitial drive used is C: and is
the current drive until the 'Select
Drive' assist is selected.
4.14.8.6.3 Select Program
The Select Program Assist provides
you with a list of disk files which
are executable. (.EXE .COM .BAT).
The Select Drive and Select Path
options determine which files are
displayed within the selection window.
4.14.8.6.4 Select File
The Select File Assist provides you
with a list of valid disk files.
The list of displayed files includes
all files within the specified direc-
tory except System files, volume
labels and directories.
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4.14.8.6.5 Select SYSTEM MASTER command
The Select SM command Assist displays
a list of valid SYSTEM MASTER com-
mands that may be selected from the
menu and put into the command input
work area.
4.14.8.6.6 Select DOS command
The Select DOS Command Assist dis-
plays a list of DOS commands that
are valid with version 3.3 DOS.
These commands can be selected from
the menu and inserted directly into
the command input work area.
4.14.8.6.7 Select Batch Command
The Select Batch Command Assist dis-
plays a list of Batch commands that
are valid with version 3.3 DOS.
These commands can be selected from
the menu and inserted directly into
the command input work area.
4.14.8.6.8 Select Menu Cell
The Select Menu Cell Option is not
yet installed in this version of
SYSTEM MASTER. When available it
will allow you to move around the
SYSTEM MASTER shell to select the
command parameter required for the
SYSTEM MASTER 'I', 'J', 'L', & 'X'
commands (i.e. 011101).
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5.1 Security System Overview
The SYSTEM MASTER Tri-Level Security System will provide you with
a fine array of System Security configuration possibilities. The
Tri-Level approach forces unauthorized users to defeat 3 levels
of security to gain access to your system(s).
You will first begin to create a secure environment by creating
a 'User Profile' for each person who will have authorized access
to your system. (See section 5.2 for details concerning the User
Profile Editor).
5.1.1 Level 1 - Personal Passwords
Within the User Profile record there is a 6 character
field for the entry of a Password. The Password may be
from 1 to 6 characters in length. (A nul password will
not be recognized at run-time). This password should
be unique because it allows SYSTEM MASTER to recognize the
user on a first name basis. It also reads the user's
'Access Level' and allows or denies access to specific
menu options base partly on the Access Level criteria.
5.1.2 Level 2 - User Access Level
Within the User Profile record there is a byte field
for the Entry of a User Access Level. The Access Level
value is read from the User Profile record at run-time
and allows or denies access to specific menu options
base partly on this criteria. The User's Access Level may
be within a range of 0 to 99. (0 = Access only to unpro-
tected options / 99 = Access to all options).
5.1.3 Level 3 - Menu Option Access Code
Within each menu option definition record there is a 6
character field which completes the Tri-Level Security
system. This Access Code, is used to further limit
access to menu options to only those individuals who
have satisfied the requirements of Security Levels 1 & 2
and who also know the 4 character code written into the
menu option record.
For Example:
Joe Smith has been given an access level of 60, and a password
of JOES. Upon entry to SYSTEM MASTER he MUST provide his
password in order to access any of the menu options. Assuming
the proper password was entered, Joe may select a menu option.
When Joe selects an option, the system compares Joe's access
level to the minimum access level acceptable for anyone trying
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to access that option. Assuming that Joe has an access code
that is equal to or greater than the specified minimum, the
system checks to see if the menu option requires that a
access code be entered. If access code IS required a box
appears on the CRT and Joe is prompted to input the access
code for the selected option. If, and ONLY if, the proper
access code is entered by the user, the menu option is
executed according to the guidelines written into the
option's command definition record.
If at any time an improper password or improper access code
are entered, or the Joe's access level is not sufficient,
a three pulse error beep is emitted, and processing returns
to the option menu.
5.2 User Profile Editor
The User Profile Editor is the heart of the Tri-Level Security
approach. Initial security checks utilize the information
within the user profile record to verify access to the system,
as well as to menu options within the system.
Access to the User Profile Editor may be limited from within
the SYSTEM MASTER Customization menu. To Limit access to the
editor, you should set the minimum access level for access to
the editor to 99. Then, be sure that only the custodian of
the system (yourself) has an access level of 99 in his/her user
profile.
5.1.2 The User Profile Record
The User Profile Record consists of 12 data fields that
gather statistics about a user. Only 3 of those fields
are currently used by the system, however. The 'Name'
field, the 'Password' field and the 'AccLevel' field.
The other 9 fields will be utilized in future releases
of SYSTEM MASTER and can be completed if you desire.
A brief description of all 12 of the data fields follows:
5.1.2.1 'Name' This field holds the
full name of the user being given
access to this system.
Field length is 30 chars.
5.1.2.2 'Title' This field holds the
title of the user being given access
to this system.
Field length is 16 chars.
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5.1.2.3 'Addr' This field holds the mailing
address of the user being given access
to this system.
Field length is 30 chars.
5.1.2.4 ' ' This field is an extension of
the 'addr' field.
Field length is 30 chars.
5.1.2.5 'City' This field holds the city of
residence of the user being given
access to this system.
Field length is 20 chars.
5.1.2.6 'State' This field holds the state of
residence of the user being given
access to this system.
Field length is 2 chars.
5.1.2.7 'ZipCode' This field holds the 10
digit zip code for the user being
given access to this system.
Field length is 10 chars.
5.1.2.8 'Phone' This field holds the area code
+ local phone number of the user
being given access to this system.
5.1.2.9 'Ext' This field is the Phone exten-
at which this user can be reached.
Field length is 4 chars.
5.1.2.10 'Employee' This field holds the
employee number of the user being
given access to this system.
Field length is 12 chars.
5.1.2.11 'PassWord' This field is the key
word/phrase that this user MUST use
to LogOn to this system. This field
triggers the search for the current
user & the search for the maximum
access level available to this user.
Field length is 6 chars.
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5.1.2.12 'AccLevel' This Field holds the a
value which defines the maximum
access level this user can access.
Field ranges from 0 thru 99.
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6.1 DOS Primer
A detailed description of DOS or its function would be a
long and lengthy undertaking. So, in order to make this
text as brief and meaningful as possible, each individual
DOS command will be touched upon as it pertains to the
SYSTEM MASTER command Processor. (See the DOS Manual for
your particular version of DOS for detailed descriptions
of each of the following commands).
DOS Commands (Listing)(DOS ver 3.3 specific)
APPEND
ASSIGN LABEL
ATTRIB MKDIR/MD *
BACKUP MODE
BREAK * MORE
CHCP * PATH *
CHDIR/CD * PRINT
CHKDSK PROMPT *
CLS * RECOVER
COMMAND RENAME *
COMP REPLACE
COPY * RESTORE
CTTY * RMDIR/RD *
DATE * SELECT
DEL * SET *
DIR * SHARE
DISKCOMP SORT
DISKCOPY SUBST
ERASE * SYS
FASTOPEN TIME *
FIND TREE
FORMAT TYPE *
GRAFTABL VER *
GRAPHICS VERIFY *
JOIN VOL *
KEYB XCOPY
All DOS commands may be executed with the SYSTEM MASTER
shell using batch conventions. All DOS commands, above,
flagged with an '*' must be run with a 'D' parameter when
processing DOS commands with SYSTEM MASTER in Resident
Mode. All other DOS commands would use the 'N' parameter.
(see the SYSTEM MASTER '[R]' command explanation in sub-
section 4 of this chapter).
All Examples below assume that the DOS command resides in
the current DOS search path.
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6.2 DOS Command Descriptions
6.2.1 APPEND
We DO NOT RECOMMEND using the APPEND command with
SYSTEM MASTER. This command causes SYSTEM MASTER
to operate eradically, and may cause your system
to lock.
6.2.2 ASSIGN
The ASSIGN command allows you to reassign
disk drive identification letters. This tells
DOS that any I/O requests targeted for a
specified drive should be carried out on
an ASSIGNed drive.
Format: [d:path]ASSIGN [x[=]y[...]]
Exampl: {{ Reassign a Disk Drive Spec }}
[W]
[!]
[?] S Enter Drive to be Reassigned:
[!]
[?] S Enter New Drive Specification:
ASSIGN %1=%2
[L] C
Tells DOS that all I/O requests
targeted for the innitial drive spec
are to be sent to the assigned drive
spec. (i.e. requests for A: sent to C:)
Exampl: {{ Reset Previous Drive Assignments }}
ASSIGN
[L] C
Tells DOS to reset all drives to
their respective original identifi-
cations.
6.2.3 ATTRIB
The ATTRIB command modifies disk file attributes
for a single file, for selected files
within a directory or for all files within a
directory level.
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Format: [d:path]ATTRIB [+R|-R][+A|-A][d:][path]
filename[.ext][/S]
Exampl: {{ Make File Read-Only }}
[W]
[!] 3
[?] S Enter File to Protect:
ATTRIB +R %1
[L] C
Sets the Read-Only attribute of a file to +.
Exampl: {{ Make File Read/Write }}
[W]
[!] 3
[?] S Enter File to Unprotect:
ATTRIB -R %1
[L] C
Sets the Read-Only attribute of a file to -.
Exampl: {{ Clear File Archive Attribute }}
[W]
[!] 3
[?] S Enter File to Clear Archive Bit:
ATTRIB -A %1
[L] C
Clears the Archive attribute bit.
Exampl: {{ Clear All Files Archive Attribute }}
[W]
[!] 3
[?] S Enter Drive/Path for Files:
ATTRIB -A %1\*.*
[L] C
Clears the Archive attribute bit for ALL
files in the specified drive/path.
6.2.4 BACKUP
The BACKUP command backs up one or more files
from one disk (usually a hard disk) to another
(usually a floppy disk). The disks cannot carry
the same drive identifier.
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Format: [d:path]BACKUP d:[path][filename[.ext]]
d: [/S][/M][/A][/D:mm-dd-yy]
[/T:hh:mm:ss][/F][/L[:[d:][path]
filename[.ext]]]
Exampl: {{ Backup Specified Files }}
[W]
[!]
[?] S Enter Drive/Path to Backup
[!]
[?] S Enter Drive/Path for Backup
BACKUP %1 %2
[L] C
Backs up ALL files in the %1 Drive/Path
to the %2 Drive/Path.
Exampl: {{ Backup ALL Files on Drive/Path, including
Sub-directories }}
[W]
[!]
[?] S Enter Drive/Path to Backup
[!]
[?] S Enter Drive/Path for Backup
BACKUP %1 %2 /S
[L] C
Backs up ALL files on drive/path %1 includ-
ing all sub-directories to drive/path %2.
Exampl: {{ Backup files modified since last
backup to existing backup }}
[W]
[!]
[?] S Enter Drive/Path to Backup
[!]
[?] S Enter Drive/Path for Backup
BACKUP %1 %2 /M
[L] C
Backs up ALL files on drive/path %1 that have
been modified since last backup, to drive/path %2.
Exampl: {{ Backup Specified files }}
[W]
[!]
[?] S Enter FileSpec for Backup Files
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[!]
[?] S Enter Drive/Path for Backup
BACKUP %1 %2 /A
[L] C
Backs-up ALL files matching the %1
file specification and adds them
to an existing backup on drive/path %2.
6.2.5 BREAK
The BREAK command instructs DOS as to whether
or not to monitor the Ctrl-Break escape sequence
during specified system operations.
Exampl: {{ CTRL-Break Monitoring ON }}
BREAK ON
[L] C
Tells DOS to check for Ctrl-Break
whenever it is requested.
Exampl: {{ CTRL-Break Monitoring OFF }}
BREAK OFF
[L] C
Tells DOS to check for Ctrl-Break only
during standard I/O and standard device
operations.
Exampl: {{ Display Break Status }}
BREAK
PAUSE
[L] C
Displays the current status of BREAK
6.2.6 CHCP
The CHCP command selects the 'Code Page' that
DOS will use and selects that 'Code Page' for
all devices possible.
Format: CHCP [nnn]
Exampl: CHCP
PAUSE
[L] C
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Displays the current code page.
6.2.7 CHDIR/CD
The CHDIR/CD command changes the logged
directory to one specified as a command
parameter.
Format: CD [d:][path]
Format: CD[\|..]
Exampl: {{ Menu Option Def }}
.
.
.
cd %1
.
.
.
Changes the current directory to %1
during command file processing.
6.2.8 CHKDSK
The CHKDSK command analyzes the file allocation
table (FAT), directories and files of a specific
disk drive, then issues a report as to the
status of the device/files.
Format: [d:][path]CHKDSK [d:][path]
[filename[.ext]][/F][/V]
Exampl: {{ Perform Check Disk }}
[W]
[!] 3
[?] S Specify Drive to Check:
CHKDSK %1
PAUSE
[L] C
Performs a drive/file check of the
specified drive %1.
Exampl: {{ Perform Check Disk w/ Fix }}
[W]
[!] 3
[?] S Specify Drive to Check:
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CHKDSK %1 /F
PAUSE
[L] C
Performs a drive/file check of the
specified drive %1. If errors are
detected you have the option to
fix these errors.
Exampl: {{ Perform Check Disk w/ View }}
[W]
[!] 3
[?] S Specify Drive to Check:
CHKDSK %1 /V
PAUSE
[L] C
Performs a drive/file check of the
Specified drive %1, and displays
all files and their directories on
the standard output device (CRT,PRN...)
Exampl: {{ Check Disk - File Status }}
[W]
[!]
[?] S Specify Drive to Check:
[!]
[?] S Enter Path/File(s) to Check:
CHKDSK %1\%2
PAUSE
[L] C
CHKDSK displays the number of non-
contiguous areas occupied by disk file(s)
%2.
6.2.9 CLS
The CLS command performs a clear screen
operation and places the cursor on line 2 of the
display.
Format: CLS
Exampl: .
.
CLS
.
.
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Clears the current CRT display.
6.2.10 COMMAND
The COMMAND command starts a secondary command
processor. This command should only be run by an
experienced user. Detrimental effects can be
caused by using this command improperly.
6.2.11 COMP
The COMP command compares the contents of a
group of specified files to another group
of specified files.
Format: [d:][path]COMP [d:][path][filename[.ext]]
[d:][path][filename[.ext]]
Exampl: {{ Compare 2 sets of files and report }}
[W]
[!]
[?] S Enter FileSpec 1 for Comparison
[!]
[?] S Enter FileSpec 2 for Comparison
[!]
[?] S Enter File for Report
COMP %1 %2>%3
[L] C
Compares %1 files to %2 files and pipes
output to file %3.
6.2.12 COPY
The COPY command copies one or more files to
a specified drive and/or path and/or filename.
Format: COPY [/A][/B][d:][path]filespec[.ext][[/A][/B]
[+[d:][path]filespec[.ext]][/A][/B]...]
[d:][path][filespec.ext][/A][/B][/V]
Exampl: {{ Copy a file to another file }}
[W]
[!]
[?] S Enter File to Copy:
[!]
[?] S Enter Name of New File:
COPY %1 %2
[L] C
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Copies file %1 to file %2.
Exampl: {{ Copy a file to a directory }}
[W]
[!]
[?] S Enter File to Copy:
[!]
[?] S Specify Path for New File:
COPY %1 %2
[L] C
Creates a duplicate of file %1 (including
it's filespec) within the path %2.
Exampl: {{ Copy a directory of files to another
directory }}
[W]
[!]
[?] S Enter Source Path:
[!]
[?] S Enter Target Path:
COPY %1 %2
[L] C
Copies All files within path %1 into path %2.
All filespecs are duplicated.
Exampl: {{ Copy a file/file(s) from a specified
drive/path to the current drive/path }}
[W]
[!] 3
[?] S Enter FileSpec for Source Files:
COPY %1
[L] C
Copies all files within path %1 into the
currently logged directory.
6.2.13 CTTY
The CTTY command changes the systems standard
input/output device. This command can cause your
system to behave eradically if it is used improperly.
Format: CTTY device
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6.2.14 DATE
The DATE command displays/changes the system date.
Format: DATE [mm-dd-[yy]yy]|[dd-mm-[yy]yy]|[[yy]yy]-mm-dd]
Exampl: {{ Set System Date }}
[W]
[!] 3
[?] N Enter the Current Day (1-31):
[?] N Enter the Current Month (1-12):
[?] N Enter the Current Year (80-99):
DATE %2-%1-19%3
[L] C
Sets the System date.
6.2.15 DEL
The DEL command allows you to delete disk files.
Format: DEL [d:][path]filespec[.ext]
Exampl: {{ Delete a Disk File }}
[W]
[!] 3
[?] S Enter File to Delete:
DEL %1
[L] C
Deletes disk file %1.
Exampl: {{ Delete All Files in Path }}
[W]
[!] 3
[?] S Enter Name of Path to Clear
DEL %1
[L] C
Deletes ALL files in path %1.
6.2.16 DIR
The DIR command allows you to view a list of
disk files.
Format: DIR [d:][path][filespec[.ext]][/P][/W]
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Exampl: {{ List Specified Files }}
[W]
[!] 3
[?] S Enter FileSpec for File Listing:
DIR %1
PAUSE
[L] C
Displays a List of Specified File Names.
Exampl: {{ List Specified Files - Paged Format }}
[W]
[!] 3
[?] S Enter FileSpec for File Listing:
DIR %1
PAUSE
[L] C
Displays a List of Specified File Names 1
screen page at a time.
Exampl: {{ List Specified Files - Wide Format }}
[W]
[!] 3
[?] S Enter FileSpec for File Listing:
DIR %1
PAUSE
[L] C
Displays a List of Specified File Names
using the wide format.
Exampl: {{ List Specified Files - Paged/Wide Format }}
[W]
[!] 3
[?] S Enter FileSpec for File Listing:
DIR %1
PAUSE
[L] C
Displays a List of Specified File Names using
the wide format - 1 page at a time.
6.2.17 DISKCOMP
The DISKCOMP command allows you to Compare the contents
of two diskettes.
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Format: DISKCOMP [d:[d:]][/1][/8]
Exampl: {{ Compare Diskettes in A: & B: }}
DISKCOMP A: B:
6.2.18 DISKCOPY
The DISKCOPY command allows you to Copy the contents
of 1 diskette to another.
Format: DISKCOPY [d:[d:]][/1]
Exampl: {{ Copy a Diskette Using 1 Drive }}
[W]
[!] 3
[?] S Enter Disk Drive Letter:
DISKCOPY %1: %1:
[L] C
Makes a duplicate diskette in drive %1.
Disk swapping will be prompted.
Exampl: {{ Copy a Diskette Using 2 Drives }}
[W]
[!] 3
[?] S Enter Source Disk Drive Letter:
[!]
[?] S Enter Target Disk Drive Letter:
DISKCOPY %1: %2:
[L] C
Makes a duplicate diskette in drive %2
of Diskette in Drive %2. Drive types must
be similar.
6.2.19 ERASE
The ERASE command allows you to Erase one or more specified
files from a disk.
This command is the same as the DEL command. Refer to the
DEL command for detailed description.
6.2.20 FASTOPEN
The FASTOPEN command stores in memory, the locations of
directories and recently opened files for faster access
on subsequent access attempts.
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Format: FASTOPEN d:[=nnn]...
6.2.21 FIND
The FIND command allows you to search for occurrences
of a specified string within a text file.
Format: FIND [/V][/C][/N]"STRING" [[d:][path]
filespec[.exe]...]
Exampl: {{ Find a string in a specified file }}
[W]
[!]
[?] S Enter String to be Located:
[!]
[?] S Enter File to Search:
FIND %1 %2
PAUSE
[L] C
Displays all occurrences of string %1 in
file(s) %2.
6.2.22 FORMAT
The FORMAT command prepares a disk for use in the
DOS environment. You should NEVER format any drives
other than diskette drives from within the SYSTEM
MASTER shell.
Format: FORMAT d:[/S][/1][/8][/V][/B][/4][/N:xx][/T:xx]
Exampl: {{ Format a 720K diskette in HD Drive A }}
FORMAT A: /N:9 /T:80
[L] C
Formats a 720K diskette in hi-density drive A:
Exampl: {{ Format a 720K diskette in HD Drive A &
Make it BOOTABLE }}
FORMAT A: /N:9 /T:80 /S
[L] C
Formats a 720K diskette in hi-density drive A: &
copies the System files onto it.
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6.2.23 GRAFTABL
The GRAFTABL command loads a character table so ASCII
characters over chr(127) can be displayed.
Format: GRAFTABL [437|860|863|865|/STATUS]
6.2.24 GRAPHICS
The GRAPHICS command allows you to print a graphics
display on any compatible graphics printer.
Format: GRAPHICS [printer type][/R][/B][/LCD]
6.2.25 JOIN
The JOIN command logically moves a drive, and all of its
files, into the specified sub-directory of another drive.
Format: JOIN -or- JOIN d: d: \path 'or' JOIN d:/D
Exampl: {{ Join a Drive with a Sub-Directory }}
[W]
[!]
[?] S Enter Letter of Drive to move:
[!]
[?] S Enter Drive/Path for move:
JOIN %1: %2
[L] C
Cause drive %1 and all of it's sub-directories
to be logically accessed under the %2 directory.
Exampl: {{ Cancel a Join }}
[W]
[!] 2
[?] S Enter Drive Letter to UnJOIN:
JOIN %1:/D
[L] C
Returns the environment to a state before the
JOIN was first executed.
6.2.26 KEYBxx
The KEYBxx command replaces the keyboard driver with a
non-english keyboard driver.
Format: KEYB [xx[,[yyy],[[d:][path]filespec[.ext]]]]
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6.2.27 LABEL
The LABEL command is used to install a vloume name to a
specific disk. Both fixed disks and floppy disks are
able to contain volume labels.
Format: LABEL [d:][volume label]
Exampl: {{ Label Volume in drive A: }}
LABEL A:
[L] C
You will be prompted for a label string (up to
11 chars) by DOS.
6.2.28 MKDIR/MD
The MKDIR/MD command is used to create directories and
sub-directories on a fixed or floppy disk.
Format: MD [d:]path -or- MD path
Exampl: {{ Create a New Directory }}
[W]
[!]
[?] S Enter Drive Letter for Directory:
[!]
[?] S Enter Name for Directory:
MD %1:\%2
[L] C
A directory named %2 would be created on drive
%1.
6.2.29 MODE
The MODE command is used to make changes to the manner
in which your system operates. The MODE command can
effect the VIDEO MODE, the COM PORTS, the KEYBOARD as
well as numerous other system functions. See your DOS
manual for details on this command.
6.2.30 MORE
The MORE command is used by DOS as a filter. This filter
allows the displaying of text files one screenful at a
time.
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Format: TYPE filename.ext | MORE
-or-
MORE <filename.ext
Exampl: {{ Display a Text File }}
[W]
[!] 3
[?] S Enter Name of File to View:
TYPE %1 | MORE
[L] C
Displays the contents of file %1 one screenful
at a time.
6.2.31 PATH
The PATH command is used to specify the search path for
command files not located in the current directory.
Format: PATH [[d:]path[[;[d:]path]]]
Exampl: {{ Set the Search Path }}
[W]
[!] 3
[?] S Enter Path Set Parameters:
PATH=%1
[L] C
Sets the Search path(s) to %1.
6.2.32 PRINT
The PRINT command is used to print a data file on
a line printer.
Format: PRINT [/D:device][/B:buffsiz][/U:busytick]
[/M:maxtick][/S:timeslice][/Q:quesiz]
[/C][/T][/P][[d:[path][filespec][.ext]...]
Exampl: {{ Set the PRINT Buffersize }}
[W]
[!] 3
[?] N Enter Value for BufferSize:
PRINT /B:%1
[L] C
Sets the PRINT Buffersize to %1.
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Exampl: {{ Set the PRINT Queuesize }}
[W]
[!]
[!] Queue Can hold up to 32 files!
[!]
[?] N Enter Number of Files in Queue:
PRINT /Q:%1
[L] C
Sets the PRINT Queuesize to %1.
Exampl: {{ Print Specified Files }}
[W]
[!] 3
[?] N Enter Mask for Files to PRINT:
PRINT %1
[L] C
Selects all file(s) that match the file mask,
and writes them into the print queue for
output to a line printer.
6.2.33 PROMPT
The PROMPT command is used to change the DOS command
prompt. See your DOS manual for details on this command.
6.2.34 RECOVER
This command does not operate in the manner in which it's
name implies. Catastrophic results can occur from using
this command improperly. We recommend that this command
should not be utilized within SYSTEM MASTER.
6.2.35 RENAME
This command is used to rename one or more disk files.
Format: REN[AME] [d:][path]filespec[.ext] filespec[.ext]
Exampl: {{ Rename File(s) }}
[W]
[!]
[?] S Enter Name(Mask) of File(s) to Rename:
[!]
[?] S Enter Name(Mask) for new file names:
RENAME %1 %2
[L] C
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6.2.36 REPLACE
The REPLACE command is used to replace files already
in existance or to append files to a target directory.
Format: REPLACE [d:] [path]filespec[.exe] [d:][path]
[/A][/P][/R][/S][/W]
Exampl: {{ Replace Files to Drive A: }}
REPLACE *.* A:
[L] C
This example would cause all files that are
located on drive A: to be replaced with files
on the current directory that have the same
names.
6.2.37 RESTORE
The RESTORE command is used to restore one or more files
from a BACKUP disk to another disk. This command makes
BACKUP files useable.
Format: RESTORE d: [d:][path]filespec[.ext][/S][/P]
[/B:mm-dd-yy[]/A:mm-dd-yy][/M][/N]
[/L:time][/E:time]
6.2.38 RMDIR/RD
The RMDIR/RD command is used to delete a directory
from the tree structure.
Format: RD [d:]path
Exampl: {{ Remove a Directory }}
[W]
[!] 3
[?] S Enter Name of Directory to Delete:
RD %1
[L] C
This command would remove directory %1 from
the DOS directory tree.
6.2.39 SELECT
The SELECT command is used to configure the keyboard
and country configuration to settings of the user's
choice.
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6.2.40 SET
The SET command is used to SET the value or contents
of a DOS environmental variable.
Format: SET [name=[parameter]]
6.2.41 SHARE
The SHARE command is use to install file-sharing and
file-locking routines.
6.2.42 SORT
The SORT command is used as a filter to format output
from files and devices in a logical ordered manner.
See your DOS manual for other details.
Format: SORT [/R][/+n] [>filespec[.ext]]
-or-
command | SORT [/R][/+n][>filespec.ext]
Exampl: {{ View DIR sorted by filesize }}
DIR | SORT/+14
PAUSE
[L] C
6.2.43 SUBST
The SUBST command is used to substitute a drive letter for
a path name.
Format: SUBST [d: d:path] -or- SUBST d: /D
Exampl: {{ Substitute Drive for Pathname }}
[W]
[!]
[?] S Enter Path for Substitution:
[!]
[?] S Enter Drive Letter:
SUBST %1: %2
[L] C
Substitutes the Drive Spec %2 to represent the
full path name of %1.
Exampl: {{ View ALL Drive/Path Substitutions }}
SUBST
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PAUSE
[L] C
Displays a list of all current substitutions.
6.2.44 SYS
The SYS command is used to transfer DOS system files from
one disk to another.
6.2.45 TIME
The TIME command is used to display or set the system time.
Format: TIME [hh:mm[:ss[:xx]]]
Exampl: {{ Set the System Time Clock }}
[W]
[!]
[!] All values MUST be 2 digit integers!
[!]
[?] N Enter the Current Hour (01-24):
[?] N Enter the Current Minute (00-59):
[?] N Enter the Current Second (00-59):
TIME %1:%2:%3
[L] C
Sets the System time.
6.2.46 TREE
The TREE command is used to display the directory file
structure on a specified disk device.
Format: TREE [d:][/F]
Exampl: {{ Display Tree Structure w/ Files }}
TREE /F | MORE
[L] C
Displays the Tree Structure and displays all
disk files located in each directory.
6.2.47 TYPE
The TYPE command lists the contents of a disk file to
the current output device (normally the CRT).
Format: TYPE [d:][path]filespec[.ext]
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Exampl: {{ Type a File to the display }}
[W]
[!] 3
[?] S Enter Name of File to Display:
TYPE %1
[L] C
Displays the contents of file %1 to the display.
6.2.48 VER
The VER command displays the version of the DOS operating
system installed.
Format: VER
6.2.49 VERIFY
The VERIFY command is used to turn VERIFY ON|OFF when
writing to a disk.
Format: VERIFY [ON|OFF]
6.2.50 VOL
The VOL command is used to display the volume name of
a disk drive.
Format: VOL [d:]
6.2.51 XCOPY
The XCOPY command is used to copy file(s) and may be
used to copy files from lower level directories.
See your DOS Manual for Detailed info.
Format: XCOPY [d:][path]filespec[.ext] [d:][path]
[filespec[.ext]] [path][/A=[/d:mm-dd-yy)]
[/A][/D][/E][/M][/P][/S][/V][/W]
Format: XCOPY [d:]path[filespec[.ext]] [d:][path]
[filespec[.ext]] [path][/A=[/d:mm-dd-yy)]
[/A][/D][/E][/M][/P][/S][/V][/W]
Format: XCOPY d:[path][filespec[.ext]] [d:][path]
[filespec[.ext]] [path][/A=[/d:mm-dd-yy)]
[/A][/D][/E][/M][/P][/S][/V][/W]
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Exampl: {{ Copy All Files from Path to Path }}
[W]
[!]
[?] S Enter Source Path Name:
[!]
[?] S Enter Target Path Name:
XCOPY %1 %2
[L] C
Copies All files in path %1 to path %2.
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7.1 Batch Primer
A detailed description of DOS or its function would be a
long and lengthy undertaking. So, in order to make this
text as brief and meaningful as possible, each individual
Batch command will be touched upon as it pertains to the
SYSTEM MASTER command Processor. (See the DOS Manual for
your particular version of DOS for detailed descriptions
of each of the following commands).
Batch Commands (Listing)(DOS ver 3.3 specific)
:label
@
%#
%string%
CALL
ECHO
FOR
GOTO
IF ERRORLEVEL
IF EXIST
IF s1==s2
PAUSE
REM
SHIFT
All Batch commands may be executed with the SYSTEM MASTER
shell using batch conventions.
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7.2 Batch Command Descriptions
7.2.1 :label
The :label command is not a true command, but is
instead a tag to which GOTO instructions are
routed within a batch file. A 'label' can be any
valid label tag as described within your DOS manual.
Format: :label
Exampl: if NOT EXIST bogusfil.txt GOTO exitbatch
del bogusfil.txt
:exitbatch
cls
This example first checks for the existance of
a disk file called 'bogusfil.txt'. If the file
exists, it is deleted. if it does not exist,
processing jumps to the 'exitbatch' label and,
and the batch file clears the CRT and terminates
normally.
7.2.2 @
The @ command is not a true command, but it is instead
a filter which allows batch commands to be executed
without displaying the batch commands on the CRT.
This command is available starting with version 3.3
DOS. Using this command with earlier versions of DOS
will cause SYSTEM MASTER to operate incorrectly.
Format: @command
7.2.3 %n
The %n command is not a true command but is instead a
means by which DOS passes input parameters to command
files which use them. 'n' can be any positive integer
value in the range 1..9 (SYSTEM MASTER requirement).
Other normal DOS Input parameter passing requirements
remain in effect.
7.2.4 %string%
The %string% command is not a true command but is instead
a means by which program variables are passed to and from
the DOS environment. 'string' represents any valid
DOS Environmental variable assigned using the 'SET'
command.
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7.2.5 CALL
The CALL command allows a batch file to be executed from
within another batch file without terminating the first
batch file. This command allows batch files to be
processed as commands within other batch files.
Format: CALL another.bat
This command is available starting with version 3.3
DOS. Using this command with earlier versions of DOS
will cause SYSTEM MASTER to operate incorrectly.
7.2.6 ECHO
The ECHO command has 3 functions:
1) to turn echoing of screen commands ON.
2) to turn echoing of screen commands OFF.
3) to display a text string on the CRT.
Format: ECHO ON
Format: ECHO OFF
Format: ECHO This String Will be Displayed!
7.2.7 FOR
The FOR command allows repetitive execution (Looping) of
DOS commands.
Format: FOR %%variable IN (set) DO command
7.2.8 GOTO
The GOTO command allows branching within a batch file.
when a GOTO command is encountered in a batch file
processing continues at the 'label' specified.
Format: GOTO label
Exampl: if NOT EXIST bogusfil.txt GOTO exitbatch
del bogusfil.txt
:exitbatch
cls
This example first checks for the existance of
a disk file called 'bogusfil.txt'. If the file
exists, it is deleted. if it does not exist,
processing jumps to the 'exitbatch' label and,
and the batch file clears the CRT and terminates
normally.
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7.2.9 IF [NOT] ERRORLEVEL
The IF ERRORLEVEL command checks for errorcodes returned
from some DOS commands and provides those codes to the
batch processor.
Exampl: replace bogusfil.txt a:\
IF ERRORLEVEL 2 then goto :exitbatch
:exitbatch
echo File Not Found
This example first attempts to replace a disk
file called 'bogusfil.txt'. If ERRORLEVEL is 2,
processing jumps to the 'exitbatch' label, and
the batch file displays an error message and
terminates normally.
7.2.10 IF [NOT] EXIST
The IF EXIST command checks for the existance or non-
existance of a disk file.
Exampl: if NOT EXIST bogusfil.txt GOTO exitbatch
del bogusfil.txt
:exitbatch
cls
This example first checks for the existance of
a disk file called 'bogusfil.txt'. If the file
exists, it is deleted. if it does not exist,
processing jumps to the 'exitbatch' label and,
and the batch file clears the CRT and terminates
normally.
7.2.11 IF [NOT] s1==s2
The IF s1==s2 command compares 2 strings for equality.
Exampl: if %1==STEVE ECHO STEVE IS USING THIS SYSTEM
7.2.12 PAUSE
The PAUSE command suspends processing of the batch
file until the user presses a key. A Remark can be
tagged to the PAUSE command for command clarity.
Exampl: PAUSE Insert a New Diskette in Drive A
7.2.13 REM
The REM command displays remarks from within a batch
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file. If ECHO is 'OFF' the remarks are NOT displayed.
Exampl: REM If ECHO is ON this remark will be displayed
7.2.14 SHIFT
The SHIFT command allows input parameters to exceed the
DOS limit of 10 (0..9).
When the SHIFT command is used, %2 param becomes %1 ...
and the last defined parameter becomes nul.
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8.1 SYSTEM MASTER Command Listing
1) Timer Operation
2) Command Processing
3) Command Termination
4) System Specific
8.1.1 Timer Operation Instructions are designed and imple-
mented to assist you in the automation and the security
of unattended command processing.
[B] Define Timer Break-out Sequence
[T] Set Timer Registers
8.1.2 Command Processing Instructions are designed and imple-
mented to perform various screen formatting, command
specification, and system environment functions within
the SYSTEM MASTER shell. These commands are the heart
of the system.
%s% System Variable Parameter
%n Input Parameter Flags
#n Calculated Input Parameter Flag
[!] Display a message
[?] Prompt for Input
[%] Set Input Parameter Directly
[-] ECHO OFF
[+] ECHO ON
[*] Remark
[C] Calculate Input Parameter
[D] Timed Delay
[E] Echo string to display
[I] Include Menu Option
[M] Multiple Execution
[P] Pause for Keystroke
[W] Display Input/Message Window
8.1.3 Command termination instructions are designed and imple-
mented to achieve a smooth and powerful interface between
SYSTEM MASTER and the DOS environment.
[J] Jump to Menu Option
[L] Load System Master and Jump
[X] Load System Master and Execute
[R] Resident Mode
8.1.4 System Specific instructions are commands whose only
purpose is to control the operation and 'feel' of the
SYSTEM MASTER shell.
[V] Set System Variables
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8.2 SYSTEM MASTER Command Reference
8.2.1 Timer Operation Instructions
8.2.1.1 [B] Define Timer Break-out Sequence
The "Timer break-out" sequence allows you to
assign a user-defined series of key strokes
that can be used to exit an invoked timer
operation.
If a break-out sequence is to be defined, it
MUST be defined in the command set ahead of the
timer operation it will control.
A default sequence of ESC-E-X-I-T-ESC is prede-
fined into SYSTEM MASTER and is functional until
you override it with a definition of your own.
If you need to define a "secure" breakout se-
quence, use this command followed by six (6)
valid character codes in the format shown above.
If the [B] command is a requirement in your
command set, don't forget the key sequence you
used, because the default key sequence is dis-
abled during the timer operation.
(See Appendix 'F' for Valid Keycodes)
Format: [B] KeyCodeSequence
Exampl: [B] \027\000\060\027\000\067
{ESC-F2-ESC-F9}
The KeyCodeSequence must begin in
character position 5 of the command
string and be formatted as shown.
Codes of \000 indicate an extended
keycode follows.
(\000\060 represents the 'F2' key).
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8.2 SYSTEM MASTER Command Reference (continued)
8.2.1 Timer Operation Instructions (continued)
8.2.1.2 [T] Set Timer for Unattended Processing
The "Set Timer" command allows you to execute
option(s) and commands at any time of the day
or night unattended.
Only 1 timer operation may be defined within a
menu option.
If a command set containing a timer operation
contains any [I] instructions, the 'I'ncluded
command sets may NOT contain additional timer
operations.
NOTE: You can, although, terminate a menu selec-
tion with the SYSTEM MASTER '[X]' command to
'Chain' and 'Execute' additional menu options
that contain timer operations.
Format: [T] time date
Exampl: [T] 15:00:00
Sets the timer to begin execution at
3:00 PM of the same day.
Exampl: [T] 15:00:00 01/31/91
Sets the timer to begin execution at
3:00 PM on January 31, 1991.
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8.2 SYSTEM MASTER Command Reference (continued)
8.2.2 Command Processing Instructions (continued)
8.2.2.1 %string% System Variable Input Parameter
The "System Variable Input Parameter" allows you
to attach System variables, assigned with the DOS
'SET' command to DOS or NON-DOS System commands.
The useage of the input parameter passing feature
of SYSTEM MASTER is very similar to the DOS Batch
feature.
Format: command %string%
Exampl: cd\%mydir%
This command changes the current direc-
tory to one specified as a system var-
iable 'mydir'. The 'mydir' variable
MUST exist in the DOS Environment and
MUST have been defined with the DOS
'SET' command.
SET mydir=validnam
{defines 'mydir'}
CD\mydir
{changes the current directory
to 'validnam'}
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8.2 SYSTEM MASTER Command Reference (continued)
8.2.2 Command Processing Instructions (continued)
8.2.2.2 %n Input Parameter Flags
The "Input Parameter Flag" allows you to attach
input parameters collected by the '[?]' command
to DOS or NON-DOS System commands
The useage of the input parameter passing feature
of SYSTEM MASTER is very similar to the DOS Batch
feature.
Format: command %1 %2 ... %9
Exampl: copy %1 %2
This command implementation requires
that '%1' & '%2' parameters be assigned
by using the [?] input command prior to
attempting to pass the parameters to a
command.
[?] S Input Source File Name:
{defines %1}
[?] S Input Target File Name:
{defines %2}
copy %1 %2
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8.2 SYSTEM MASTER Command Reference (continued)
8.2.2 Command Processing Instructions (continued)
8.2.2.3 #n Calculated Input Parameter Flags
The "Calculated Input Parameter Flag" allows you
to execute a mathematical calculation and then
attach input parameters collected by the '[C]'
command to DOS or NON-DOS System commands.
The useage of the calculated input parameter
passing feature of SYSTEM MASTER is not available
thru DOS.
Format: command #1 #2 ... #9
Exampl: CMDFILE #1
This command implementation requires
that the '#1' parameters be assigned
by using the [C] calculate command prior
to attempting to pass the parameters to
a command.
[?] R Input First Real Value:
{defines %1}
[?] R Input Second Real Value:
{defines %2}
[C] %1 * %2
{calcs %1 * %2 and assigns
the result to #1}
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8.2.2 Command Processing Instructions (continued)
8.2.2.4 [!] Display a message
The "Display Message" command allows you to dis-
play a descriptive message or a set of responses
to input prompts on the SYSTEM MASTER screen.
Format: [!]
Displays an empty line in the open
window.
Format: [!] n
Displays 'n' empty lines in the open
window.
('n' must be in the range of 1..7)
Format: [!] Message to be displayed
Displays a message on the current line
of an open window.
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8.2 SYSTEM MASTER Command Reference (continued)
8.2.2 Command Processing Instructions (continued)
8.2.2.5 [?] Prompt for Input
The "Prompt for Input" command prompts the user
to specify input parameters for commands that
are designed to operate with them.
When collecting input parameters, SYSTEM MASTER
automatically begins with 1 and increments a
parameter counter for each input prompt encoun-
tered up to a maximum of 9. (see the '[F]' com-
mand description for exceptions)
Format: [?] 0
Resets the Internal Input Parameter
Counter to a value of 0.
Format: [?] N
Forces the user to input an integer
value. No Input Message is displayed.
Format: [?] R
Forces the user to input a real value.
No Input Message is displayed.
Format: [?] S
Forces the user to input a character
string. No Input Message is displayed.
Format: [?] N Displayed Prompt
Forces the user to input an integer
value. An Input Message is displayed
with the input prompt.
Format: [?] R Displayed Prompt
Forces the user to input a real value.
An Input Message is displayed with the
input prompt.
Format: [?] S Displayed Prompt
Forces the user to input a character
string. An Input Message is displayed
with the input prompt.
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8.2.2 Command Processing Instructions (continued)
8.2.2.6 [%] Set Input Parameter Flags
The "Set Input Parameter Flag" allows you to
attach input parameters directly to a %n input
parameter flag, then assign them to DOS or NON-DOS
System commands.
The useage of the input parameter passing feature
of SYSTEM MASTER is very similar to the DOS Batch
feature.
Format: [%] varvalue
Exampl: del %1
This command implementation takes the
input parameter specified with the [%]
command and deletes the disk file that
corresponds with the value in %1.
attempting to pass the parameters to a
command.
[%] diskfile.nam
{defines %1}
del %1
{deletes disk file
'diskfile.nam'}
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8.2.2 Command Processing Instructions (continued)
8.2.2.8 [-] ECHO OFF
The "Echo Off" command issues a DOS Batch
'ECHO OFF' command.
Format: [-]
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8.2.2 Command Processing Instructions (continued)
8.2.2.9 [+] ECHO ON
The "Echo On" command issues a DOS Batch
'ECHO ON' command.
Format: [+]
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8.2.2 Command Processing Instructions (continued)
8.2.2.7 [*] Remark
The "Comment" command allows you to document
complicated or unusual command sequences within
a SYSTEM MASTER command set.
Note: Since you are allowed a maximum of 255
command characters, using the "Remark"
command a lot may cause you to run out
of command space.
Format: [*] Any comment
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8.2 SYSTEM MASTER Command Reference (continued)
8.2.2 Command Processing Instructions (continued)
8.2.2.10 [C] Calculate Input Parameter
The "Calculate Input Parameter" command requires
2 Parameters to operate. The 2 parameters MUST
be real numbers, and may be assigned directly
or collected with the [?] command.
When calculating input parameters, SYSTEM MASTER
automatically begins with 1 and increments a
parameter counter for each Calculate command
encountered up to a maximum of 9.
Format: [C] 0
Resets the Internal Input Parameter
Counter.
Format: [C] %r1 *,/,+,- %r2
Performs a calculation based on 2 input
parameters '%r1' and '%r2'. These 2
parameters may be assigned directly, as
collected input parameters, or a
combination of the two.
(Only 1 Calculation may be performed
within any [C] command).
Command operators are as follows:
___
* multiply |
/ division |- Result = REAL
+ addition |
- subtraction ___|
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8.2.2.11 [D] Timed Delay
The "Delay" command forces SYSTEM MASTER to delay
for 'n'/10 th's of a second.
Format: [D] n
Exampl: [D] 30
Would delay parameter collection or
SYSTEM MASTER processing for 3 seconds.
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8.2.2 Command Processing Instructions (continued)
8.2.2.12 [E] Echo string to display
The "Echo Message" command allows you to dis-
play a message onto the DOS screen as batch
commands are being processed.
Format: [E] Message to be displayed
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8.2.2 Command Processing Instructions (continued)
8.2.2.13 [I] Include Menu Option
The "Include Option" command is a very special
SYSTEM MASTER command feature. This command
allows you to 'Include' other menu option com-
mand sets into the selected menu option command
set.
You can create menu sub-options in various lo-
cations around the SYSTEM MASTER shell, and then
have SYSTEM MASTER collect those sub-options at
run time, and execute them as if the commands
were located within the selected option.
Note: Since you are limited to a maximum of 255
total commands within a single selection,
you should take care not to exceed this
boundary.
You can, although, terminate a menu selec-
tion with the SYSTEM MASTER '[X]' command
to 'Chain' and 'Execute' additional menu
options.
(see the '[X]' command in the Terminator
Commands Sec.)
Format: [I] nnnnnn
Exampl: [I] 157404
This command would tell SYSTEM MASTER
to load menu level 15, menu 7 and copy
the contents of Menu box 4, Option 4
into the selected menu option command
structure at the location where the
'[I]' command occurred in the selected
menu option command set.
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8.2.2 Command Processing Instructions (continued)
8.2.2.14 [M] Multiple Execution
The "Multiple Execution" command allows you to
process the 'n1' following command lines, 'n2'
times.
The 'n1' & 'n2' parameters must be single digit
integers in the range of 1..9.
Multiple execution of [I] nnnnnn include commands
is supported although this practice can use up
command space very quickly.
Format: [M] n1 n2
Exampl: [M] 6 3
A command call of '[M] 6 3' would pro-
cess the 6 lines following the [M] a
total of 3 times in succession.
Note: Using this command as stated
above ([M] 6 3) would take 18 of the
maximum 255 command lines available.
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8.2.2.15 [P] Pause for Keystroke
The "Pause" command forces SYSTEM MASTER to
pause until the user presses a key.
A "Press Any Key to Continue..." message is
automatically displayed.
Format: [P]
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8.2.2.16 [W] Display Input/Message Window
The "Display Window" command opens a work window
to allow for the collection of input parameters
or for the displaying of information on the
SYSTEM MASTER work screen.
Format: [W]
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8.2.3 Command Termination Instructions
8.2.3.1 [J] Jump to Menu Option
The "Jump" command allows you to 'Jump' from the
selected menu option to another menu option any-
where within the SYSTEM MASTER shell.
If the target menu option does not exist, SYSTEM
MASTER will create all of the necessary data
files. The target menu file is then loaded, and
the hilite bar is positioned on the target menu
option.
This command should be used ONLY for internal
menu jumps, and should be used in a command set
by itself.
Format: [J] nnnnnn
Exampl: [J] 157404
This command would tell SYSTEM MASTER
to jump to menu level 15, menu 7, menu
box 4, Option 4 and place the selection
bar at that location.
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8.2.3 Command Termination Instructions (continued)
8.2.3.2 [L] Load System Master and Jump
The "Load & Jump" command is used at the end of
a command set to reload SYSTEM MASTER after com-
mand processing in DOS has terminated.
Format: [L] I
Reloads SYSTEM MASTER and repositions
the menu selection bar to Level 1,
Menu 1, Box 1, Option 1.
Format: [L] C
Reloads SYSTEM MASTER and repositions
the menu selection bar to the 'Calling'
menu option.
Format: [L] nnnnnn
Exampl: [L] 157404
This command would reload SYSTEM MASTER
and reposition the menu selection bar
in menu level 15, menu 7 on Menu box 4,
Option 4.
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8.2.3 Command Termination Instructions (continued)
8.2.3.3 [X] Load System Master and Execute
The "Load & Execute" command is used at the end
of a command set to reload SYSTEM MASTER and
Execute a specified menu option, after current
command processing in DOS terminates.
Specifying the '[X]' command reloads SYSTEM
MASTER but does NOT display the system master
screen. SYSTEM MASTER only loads the command
definitions, and then executes the specified
menu option.
This allows for virtually infinite 'Chaining'
of menu options and command sequences.
Format: [X] nnnnnn
Exampl: [L] 157404
This command would reload SYSTEM MASTER
and execute the menu option in menu
level 15, menu 7 on Menu box 4, Optn 4.
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8.2.3 Command Termination Instructions (continued)
8.2.3.4 [R] Operate in Resident Mode
The "Resident" command causes SYSTEM MASTER to
remain resident in system memory during command
execution.
See section 4.2 for the DOS commands that require
the 'D' parameter when executed with SYSTEM
MASTER in Resident mode.
The 'D' parameter allows DOS commands to be
executed thru SYSTEM MASTER and the DOS command
processor (COMMAND.COM) as long as sufficient
system memory remains available.
Format: [R] D command
Exampl:
The 'N' parameter allows DOS command files &
program files to be 'Exec'uted thru SYSTEM MASTER
as long as sufficient system memory remains
available.
Format: [R] N command
Exampl:
The 'command' is a valid DOS command or file name
for the command/program file to be executed. The
'command' MUST include the full path (if not in
the DOS search path) and the file extension.
The 'parms' are any valid input parameters re-
quired by the executed command to fulfill its
tasks.
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8.2 SYSTEM MASTER Command Reference (continued)
8.2.4 Command Processing Instructions (continued)
8.2.4.1 [V] Set System Variables
The '[V]' command allows for the customization of
SYSTEM MASTER environmental and operational
variables.
Variables for Screen Color & Color Palette Reg-
ister customization, System Variables setting,
Screen Blanking feature, and System Access set-
tings.
Format: [V] T %1
Sets system Toggle (ON/OFF) variables.
These variables may be set by manually
setting to the proper 2 digit integer
string as stated below, or by prompting
the user.
%1 = 02 = Set System Sound ON/OFF (Toggle)
%1 = 05 = Set Error Sound ON/OFF (Toggle)
%1 = 08 = Set Secutiry ON/OFF (Toggle)
NOTE: %1 setting MUST be a 2 digit
integer string.
Format: [V] N %n1 %n2
Sets system Numerical (integer)
variables.
These variables may be set by manually
setting to the proper range setting as
stated below, or by prompting the user
or by both in combination.
%n1 = 01 = Sets the Screen Blanking Interval
to %n2 Minutes (1..60)
%n1 = 02 = Sets the Blank Message move Inter-
val to %n2 Seconds (1..30)
%n1 = 03 = Sets the maximum menu level which
can be accessed by the F10 - PgUp
/PgDn keys.
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8.2.4.1 [V] Set System Variables (continued)
%n1 = 04 = Sets the Minimum User Access Level
required to satisfy the access
requirements of the Option edit
feature.
%n1 = 05 = Sets the Minimum User Access Level
required to satisfy the access
requirements of the User Profile
Editor feature.
%n1 = 06 = Sets the Minimum User Access Level
required to satisfy the access
requirements of the F10 Menu
Select feature.
%n1 = 07 = Sets the Minimum User Access Level
required to satisfy the access
requirements of the Exit to DOS
System ESC feature.
Format: [V] S %n1 %n2
Sets system Character String variables.
These variables may be set by manually
providing a string value to a variable,
or by prompting the user or by both in
combination.
%n1 = 01 = Sets the Message displayed by the
Screen Blanking feature to a value
of %n2.
Format: [V] P %n1 %n2
Sets Color Palette Register variables.
These variables may be set by manually
setting to the proper range setting as
stated below, or by prompting the user
or by both in combination.
This feature should only be used with
EGA and VGA systems since a system
'lock-up' could occur while attempting
to access these registers.
Using the [V] C command sets SYSTEM
MASTER Palette Register %1 to a value
of %2.
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8.2.4.1 [V] Set System Variables (continued)
(See Appendix 'E' for Default Palette
Settings)
Format: [V] C %n1 %n2 %n3
Sets SYSTEM MASTER ColorSet/Attribute
variables.
These variables may be set by manually
setting to the proper range setting as
stated below, or by prompting the user
or by both in combination.
Using the [V] C command sets SYSTEM
MASTER ColorSet %1 - Attribute %2 to a
value of %3.
(See Appendix 'B' for ColorSet
definitions)
(See Appendix 'C' for Attribute
definitions)
(See Appendix 'D' for Default
Attributes)
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9.1 Menu Design
When designing a menuing system you should aim for a System which
operates with the greatest ease and with the maximum of function-
ality and flexibility. It is with this goal in mind that we will
proceed with this phase of the documentation.
There are 2 ways in which to proceed from this point:
1) All-In-1 Approach
2) Modular Approach
We will be discussing a file copying menu option throughout this
section. I will cover some of the processing possibilities of
each approach.
9.1.1 The All-In-1 Approach
The All-In-1 Approach involves including all of the com-
mands required to define a menu option into 1 menu option.
The All-In-1 approach is by far the most straight forward
method, but is not necessarily the most efficient.
9.1.2 The Modular Approach
The Modular Approach involves the selective breaking up of
command sets into 'modular', reuseable command segments
that can be [I]ncluded into other menu options. At some
point it may become necessary for you to utilize this
method, if your command sets become too large. SYSTEM
MASTER's ability to process sub-command sets, puts it above
other 'menu systems' available today.
By utilizing the '[I]' SYSTEM MASTER Include command it is
very simple to create sub-command menu options, and call
them into another option at run-time.
9.1.2.1 Determining When to Utilize the Modular Approach
There are no hard and fast rules for you to follow
on this subject. There are, although a few guide-
lines that will assist you in choosing when either
may be appropriate.
1) If the proposed command set will require more
than 255 characters to define (Add 1 char to
each command line for determining its ultimate
length).
2) If the proposed command set has a multitude of
configurations, it may be wise not to repeat a
lot of command sets redundantly, as any minor
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revision to a processing method may cause a
mountain of menu updating.
In the Menu Construction discussion, we will cover both methods of
menu design and then you will have the ultimate decision of utiliz-
ing the method which best suits your requirements.
9.2 Menu Construction
The Menu Construction phase, involves the determination of the
design method which best serves the purpose of the menu option
being coded. Either of the 2 design approaches can be used any-
where in SYSTEM MASTER. It is left up to your best judgement to
use these options efficiently. After the purpose of the menu
option has been determined, and the best processing method has
been decided upon, it is time to jump in and begin defining the
commands for the menu option.
9.2.1 All-in-1 Approach
The All-in-1 Approach means that all commands required to
perform a specific system task are located and defined
within a single menu option.
9.2.1.1 Defining Menu Options
The Definition of menu options is by far the most
difficult for me to explain to anyone. Because
of the virtually infinite ways in which commands
are used, and data is manipulated, there is no
correct way to define the menu options within
SYSTEM MASTER. We will, however, give you our
input as to the way the SYSTEM MASTER tool could
be utilized.
9.2.1.1.1 A Simple File Copying Option
The Following Command set is a very
basic command for copying file(s).
When executed, you would be promp-
ted for the name of a source file,
and for the name for the target file.
No Error Handling is implemented.
After the copying operation has been
completed, SYSTEM MASTER would be
reloaded and the selection bar re-
turned to the Directory option
without any verification that the
copy operation was successful.
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------------ COPY FILE(S) Sample #1
| [W]
| [!]
| [!] *** COPY FILE(S) ***
* see menu option [!]
* 011101 for this [?] S Enter Name of Source File:
* command segment [!]
* in operation... [?] S Enter Name for Target File:
| copy %1 %2
| [L] C
------------ End of Sample...
9.2.1.1.2 An Advanced File Copying Option
The Following Command set example is
a bit more sophisticated than the
example found in 9.1.1.1. When exe-
cuted, you would be prompted for the
name of a source file, and for the
name for the target file. If the
Source file did not exist, or if the
Target file did exist, the batch file
would terminate, without an error
message being displayed, otherwise
the copy operation would continue.
If the copy operation was unsuccess-
ful, the batch file would terminate,
without an error message being
displayed.
------------ COPY FILE(S) Sample #2
| [W]
| [!]
| [!] *** COPY FILE(S) ***
* see menu option [!]
* 011102 for this [?] S Enter Name of Source File:
* command segment [!]
* in operation... [?] S Enter Name for Target File:
| if NOT exist %1 goto EXITBAT
| if exist %2 goto EXITBAT
| copy %1 %2
| :EXITBAT
| cls
| [L] C
------------ End of Sample...
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9.2.2 Modular Approach
The Modular Approach means that commands required to
perform a specific system task are broken into functional
tasks and located and defined throughout the system.
9.2.2.1 Defining Menu Options
The Definition of menu options is by far the most
difficult for me to explain to anyone. Because
of the virtually infinite ways in which commands
are used, and data is manipulated, there is no
correct way to define the menu options within
SYSTEM MASTER. We will, however, give you our
input as to the way the SYSTEM MASTER tool could
be utilized.
9.2.2.1.1 A More Advanced Copying Option
The Following Command set is one that
builds on the 2 samples provided in
section 9.2.1.1. Although similar,
we are now going to implement error
detection and handling routines.
The Following Command set example is
a lot more sophisticated than the
examples found in 9.2.1.1. When exe-
cuted, you would be prompted for the
name of a source file, and for the
name for the target file. If the
Source file did not exist, or if the
Target file did exist, a message
would be displayed and the batch file
would terminate, otherwise the copy
operation would continue. If the
copy operation was unsuccessful, an
error message would be displayed and
the batch file would terminate.
The Copy Operation Example #3 uses
the SYSTEM MASTER '[I]' Include
instruction and utilizes the modular
design approach.
This Operation uses 5 menu cells to
define the necessary commands: The
first is the menu option call, and
the remaining 4 cells describe the
error handling procedures.
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*** The Cell Coordinates (6 digit integer string (i.e. 011103)),
attached to each of the command definition segments, below,
indicate the cell location within the sample menu, provided
with SYSTEM MASTER, where the physical command sets are
defined.
------------ COPY FILE(S) Sample #3
| [W]
| [!]
| [!] *** COPY FILE(S) ***
* see menu option [!]
* 011103 for this [?] S Enter Name of Source File:
* command segment [!]
* in operation... [?] S Enter Name for Target File:
| if NOT exist %1 goto NOSRC
| if exist %2 goto ISTAR
| copy %1 %2
| if NOT exist %2 goto NOTAR
| [I] 989502
| [I] 989503
| [I] 989504
| [I] 989505
------------ End of example...
----------- Include Option
| :NOSRC
989502 echo Source File Does NOT EXIST...
| echo Can NOT Continue Processing!!!
| goto EXITBAT
------
----------- Include Option
| :ISTAR
989503 echo Target File Already EXISTS...
| echo This File Must be REPLACEd!!!
| goto EXITBAT
------
----------- Include Option
| :NOTAR
989504 echo Target File Does NOT EXIST...
| echo Operation was Unsuccessful!!!
| goto EXITBAT
------
----------- Include Option
| :EXITBAT
989505 PAUSE Press Any Key to Continue...
| cls
| [L] C
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In the above example, as the command set is processed,
each of the commands is interpreted by SYSTEM MASTER and
the appropriate actions are taken. When the command pro-
cessor reads an [I] Include command, the menu cell,
specified by the 6 digit integer string it loaded from
the appropriate menu definition file, and its contents
are placed within the selected menu option's command set.
If the file 'SOURCE.FIL' was the response to the prompt
for the source file, and 'TARGET.FIL' was the response
for the target file, the following batch commands would be
written to a temporary file and executed:
if NOT EXIST SOURCE.FIL goto NOSRC
if EXIST TARGET.FIL goto ISTAR
copy SOURCE.FIL TARGET.FIL
if NOT EXIST TARGET.FIL goto NOTAR
:NOSRC
echo Source File Does NOT Exist...
echo Can NOT Continue Processing!!!
goto EXITBAT
:ISTAR
echo Target File Already EXISTS...
echo This File Must be REPLACEd!!!
goto EXITBAT
:NOTAR
echo Target File does NOT EXIST...
echo Operation was Unsuccessful!!!
goto EXITBAT
:EXITBAT
PAUSE Press any key to Continue...
cls
SML 011103
By utilizing the SYSTEM MASTER commands in conjunction with DOS & Batch
commands, the flexibility of SYSTEM MASTER is virtually limitless.
When defining menu options, always weigh all of your configuration
options carefully. Doing so will almost ensure the results you are
seeking.
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