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README.DOC
CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT
READ.ME ... PLEASE !!!
It is an acknowledged fact that many users of software don't
read "user manuals," but rather rely on their own intuition.
This is especially true of those who are computer literate
and DOS experts. If this describes you, then this READ.ME
file may be all that you need. Otherwise, it is recommended
that you take the time to print the "user manual" that is
contained in the file MANUAL.DOC.
The "user manual" can be printed by putting the disk labeled
DISK #1 into disk drive A, make sure your printer has an ample
supply of paper (the manual contains 134 printed pages) and
enter the following commands at the DOS prompt:
A: (ensures drive A is the default)
COPY MANUAL.DOC PRN (copies the manual documentation
file in drive A to the printer)
COMPUTER LITERATES & EXPERTS:
Although we believe CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT is very easy to use,
there are a few items we feel deserve mention to ensure your
first session with CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT is a success.
DISK DRIVE/DIRECTORY:
This shareware version of CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT operates only
from the default drive and directory.
DISK SETUP:
HARD DISK USERS:
Make a subdirectory on your disk (suggested name is CA)
and copy the CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT files into the created
subdirectory. The minimum required files are:
CA.EXE
CA.OVL
CA.HLP
LICENSE.DOC
Ensure this subdirectory is the current directory and
enter CA at the DOS prompt.
FLOPPY DISK USERS:
You require two (2) blank formatted disks. ONLY one (1)
of these disks should be formatted with the SYSTEM - the
/S option. Label these disks as follows:
PROGRAM - Working Copy (formatted WITHOUT the
SYSTEM)
PRIMARY Data Disk (formatted WITH the SYSTEM)
Copy the following files from the CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT -
"DISK #1" distribution disk to your new and formatted:
PROGRAM - Working Copy disk:
CA.EXE
CA.OVL
Put your PROGRAM - Working Copy disk aside. COPY THE
SAME "CA.OVL" FILE TO YOUR:
PRIMARY Data Disk
CA.OVL
Finally, copy the following files from the CHECKBOOK
ASSISTANT - "DISK #2" distribution disk to the your:
PRIMARY Data Disk
CA.HLP
LICENSE.DOC
Put your PROGRAM - Working Copy disk in drive A. Enter
A: at the DOS prompt (to ensure that disk drive A is the
default) then enter CA to start CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT.
CONFIGURATION OPTIONS:
COLOR:
CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT automatically determines the type
of display in your system and starts in either color or
monochrome, as appropriate. If you are using a CGA
(Color Graphic Adaptor) card with a composite monitor
capable of displaying only in monochrome, or if you are
using a laptop with a LCD display, it is necessary that
you force CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT into the monochrome mode.
To start CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT in the monochrome mode,
enter CA M at the DOS prompt.
PRINTER:
CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT assumes your printer is capable of
printing the IBM Graphics Set. If your printer does not
support IBM Graphics, then you must overide this default
and start CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT with the P option. Enter
CA P at the DOS prompt.
COMMAND LINE ARGUMENTS:
CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT accepts either or both of the following
command line arguments:
M - starts CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT in the monochrome mode.
P - overrides the default printer support for the IBM
Graphic mode and forces printer output to only non-
graphic characters.
The above options MUST be capitalized, and a space MUST exist
between the CA command and each option as shown in the
following examples:
CA M (starts CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT in the monochrome
mode)
CA P (starts CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT in the non-graphic
printer mode)
CA M P (starts CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT in BOTH the mono-
chrome mode and non-graphic printer mode)
DATA FILES:
The first time CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT is run, no data files
exist and the program will prompt whether the data files
should be made. To make and initialize the data files, press
either the 'Y' or 'y' key. The following database files will
be written and initialized on the default drive:
CAPFLyy.DB PORTFOLIO DATA FILES
CAPFLyy.IDX " INDEX FILES
CAPLIFyy.DB LIABILITY DATA FILES
CAPLIFyy.IDX " INDEX FILES
CAPREGyy.DB ACCOUNT REGISTER DATA FILES
CAPREGyy.IDX " INDEX FILES
CAPCCDyy.DB CREDIT CARD DATA FILES
CAPCCDyy.IDX " INDEX FILES
(where yy in the above files represent the current year)
FINANCIAL PORTFOLIO:
It is extremely important the first time you use CHECKBOOK
ASSISTANT, that you spend a little time in the PORTFOLIO
category entering information pertaining to the BANKING
accounts, INCOME, and LIABILITIES that CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT
is going to handle.
***************************************************************
* The FINANCIAL PORTFOLIO section is the heart of the program.*
* Without any information in this section, you can expect *
* CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT to do absolutely NOTHING. *
***************************************************************
MONTHLY TRANSACTION FILES:
In addition to the database files mentioned above, a MONTHLY
TRANSACTION file is generated the first time that CHECKBOOK
ASSISTANT is run during a month for which a current MONTHLY
TRANSACTION file does not exist. The MONTHLY TRANSACTION
file takes the following format:
MMMYY.DB (monthly database file, where MMM are
the first three letters of the current
month and YY is the last two digits of
the current year).
MMMYY.IDX (associated index file).
CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT uses information within the FINANCIAL
PORTFOLIO section when it "makes" a MONTHLY TRANSACTION
file. The MONTHLY TRANSACTION file contains information
concerning your bank account(s), income and liabilities.
Whenever CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT is run for the first time
during a month, the MONTHLY TRANSACTION file for that month
is not present. The program then prompts whether it should
make one. IF YOU HAVE NOT ADDED YOUR INFORMATION TO THE
"FINANCIAL PORTFOLIO" SECTION (account, income and
liabilities) THEN ANSWER THIS PROMPT "NO." Any information
added to the FINANCIAL PORTFOLIO section during the month
will NOT appear in the present MONTHLY TRANSACTION file.
Only after the next MONTHLY TRANSACTION file is made will
all the information currently available (in the FINANCIAL
PORTFOLIO) be carried over.
ON LINE HELP:
On-line help is always available by pressing function key
F10. The help information is context sensitive and provides
brief descriptions about the current screen and area of the
program where help is requested. The HELP files also serve
as a mini tutorial.
CONFIG.SYS FILE:
CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT requires a "FILES = 14" (or greater)
statement in the CONFIG.SYS file. Information about
CONFIG.SYS files is available in the "USER MANUAL."
THANK YOU for your interest in this product.
Enjoy using the CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT.
ALLIZ Software
12818 Wrexham Rd.
Herndon, VA 22071
(703) 476-5014
CA.DOC
CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT
READ.ME ... PLEASE !!!
It is an acknowledged fact that many users of software don't
read "user manuals," but rather rely on their own intuition.
This is especially true of those who are computer literate
and DOS experts. If this describes you, then this READ.ME
file may be all that you need. Otherwise, it is recommended
that you take the time to print the "user manual" that is
contained in the file MANUAL.DOC.
The "user manual" can be printed by putting the disk labeled
DISK #1 into disk drive A, make sure your printer has an ample
supply of paper (the manual contains 134 printed pages) and
enter the following commands at the DOS prompt:
A: (ensures drive A is the default)
COPY MANUAL.DOC PRN (copies the manual documentation
file in drive A to the printer)
COMPUTER LITERATES & EXPERTS:
Although we believe CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT is very easy to use,
there are a few items we feel deserve mention to ensure your
first session with CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT is a success.
DISK DRIVE/DIRECTORY:
This shareware version of CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT operates only
from the default drive and directory.
DISK SETUP:
HARD DISK USERS:
Make a subdirectory on your disk (suggested name is CA)
and copy the CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT files into the created
subdirectory. The minimum required files are:
CA.EXE
CA.OVL
CA.HLP
LICENSE.DOC
Ensure this subdirectory is the current directory and
enter CA at the DOS prompt.
FLOPPY DISK USERS:
You require two (2) blank formatted disks. ONLY one (1)
of these disks should be formatted with the SYSTEM - the
/S option. Label these disks as follows:
PROGRAM - Working Copy (formatted WITHOUT the
SYSTEM)
PRIMARY Data Disk (formatted WITH the SYSTEM)
Copy the following files from the CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT -
"DISK #1" distribution disk to your new and formatted:
PROGRAM - Working Copy disk:
CA.EXE
CA.OVL
Put your PROGRAM - Working Copy disk aside. COPY THE
SAME "CA.OVL" FILE TO YOUR:
PRIMARY Data Disk
CA.OVL
Finally, copy the following files from the CHECKBOOK
ASSISTANT - "DISK #2" distribution disk to the your:
PRIMARY Data Disk
CA.HLP
LICENSE.DOC
Put your PROGRAM - Working Copy disk in drive A. Enter
A: at the DOS prompt (to ensure that disk drive A is the
default) then enter CA to start CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT.
CONFIGURATION OPTIONS:
COLOR:
CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT automatically determines the type
of display in your system and starts in either color or
monochrome, as appropriate. If you are using a CGA
(Color Graphic Adaptor) card with a composite monitor
capable of displaying only in monochrome, or if you are
using a laptop with a LCD display, it is necessary that
you force CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT into the monochrome mode.
To start CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT in the monochrome mode,
enter CA M at the DOS prompt.
PRINTER:
CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT assumes your printer is capable of
printing the IBM Graphics Set. If your printer does not
support IBM Graphics, then you must overide this default
and start CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT with the P option. Enter
CA P at the DOS prompt.
COMMAND LINE ARGUMENTS:
CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT accepts either or both of the following
command line arguments:
M - starts CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT in the monochrome mode.
P - overrides the default printer support for the IBM
Graphic mode and forces printer output to only non-
graphic characters.
The above options MUST be capitalized, and a space MUST exist
between the CA command and each option as shown in the
following examples:
CA M (starts CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT in the monochrome
mode)
CA P (starts CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT in the non-graphic
printer mode)
CA M P (starts CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT in BOTH the mono-
chrome mode and non-graphic printer mode)
DATA FILES:
The first time CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT is run, no data files
exist and the program will prompt whether the data files
should be made. To make and initialize the data files, press
either the 'Y' or 'y' key. The following database files will
be written and initialized on the default drive:
CAPFLyy.DB PORTFOLIO DATA FILES
CAPFLyy.IDX " INDEX FILES
CAPLIFyy.DB LIABILITY DATA FILES
CAPLIFyy.IDX " INDEX FILES
CAPREGyy.DB ACCOUNT REGISTER DATA FILES
CAPREGyy.IDX " INDEX FILES
CAPCCDyy.DB CREDIT CARD DATA FILES
CAPCCDyy.IDX " INDEX FILES
(where yy in the above files represent the current year)
FINANCIAL PORTFOLIO:
It is extremely important the first time you use CHECKBOOK
ASSISTANT, that you spend a little time in the PORTFOLIO
category entering information pertaining to the BANKING
accounts, INCOME, and LIABILITIES that CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT
is going to handle.
***************************************************************
* The FINANCIAL PORTFOLIO section is the heart of the program.*
* Without any information in this section, you can expect *
* CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT to do absolutely NOTHING. *
***************************************************************
MONTHLY TRANSACTION FILES:
In addition to the database files mentioned above, a MONTHLY
TRANSACTION file is generated the first time that CHECKBOOK
ASSISTANT is run during a month for which a current MONTHLY
TRANSACTION file does not exist. The MONTHLY TRANSACTION
file takes the following format:
MMMYY.DB (monthly database file, where MMM are
the first three letters of the current
month and YY is the last two digits of
the current year).
MMMYY.IDX (associated index file).
CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT uses information within the FINANCIAL
PORTFOLIO section when it "makes" a MONTHLY TRANSACTION
file. The MONTHLY TRANSACTION file contains information
concerning your bank account(s), income and liabilities.
Whenever CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT is run for the first time
during a month, the MONTHLY TRANSACTION file for that month
is not present. The program then prompts whether it should
make one. IF YOU HAVE NOT ADDED YOUR INFORMATION TO THE
"FINANCIAL PORTFOLIO" SECTION (account, income and
liabilities) THEN ANSWER THIS PROMPT "NO." Any information
added to the FINANCIAL PORTFOLIO section during the month
will NOT appear in the present MONTHLY TRANSACTION file.
Only after the next MONTHLY TRANSACTION file is made will
all the information currently available (in the FINANCIAL
PORTFOLIO) be carried over.
ON LINE HELP:
On-line help is always available by pressing function key
F10. The help information is context sensitive and provides
brief descriptions about the current screen and area of the
program where help is requested. The HELP files also serve
as a mini tutorial.
CONFIG.SYS FILE:
CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT requires a "FILES = 14" (or greater)
statement in the CONFIG.SYS file. Information about
CONFIG.SYS files is available in the "USER MANUAL."
THANK YOU for your interest in this product.
Enjoy using the CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT.
ALLIZ Software
12818 Wrexham Rd.
Herndon, VA 22071
(703) 476-5014
LICENSE.DOC
CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT
LICENSE:
ALLIZ Software distributes CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT under the
marketing approach known as shareware. Shareware programs
are sometimes confused with those called public domain, but
there is a difference. Simply put, shareware software carry
a registration fee and public domain programs do not.
The shareware concept is based on the principle that people
should be allowed to evaluate a program over an acceptable
period of time (typically 90 days) to determine its' useful-
ness, without having to pay for it. If the product is found
to be of use, then the person should recognize the author by
registering as a user.
Users of this version are granted a limited license to use
CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT on a trial basis for the purpose of
determining whether it meets their needs. Use of this
version, except for this limited purpose, by any person,
business, institution or agency is strictly prohibited. The
continued use of CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT requires registration.
Registration brings the following benefits:
o Latest serialized version of "CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT
Plus" with manual on disk
o Program Support
o Notification of all updates and changes
o Printer Driver Support (allows continued use of your
present computer check forms)
o (optional) Printed Manual with figures and
illustrations
If you find this product worthwhile, you are encouraged to
register as a user for a minimum of $25.00. You will find a
registration form at the end of this file. The registration
form can also be found in the file called REGISTER.DOC, and
can be printed by entering the following:
COPY REGISTER.DOC PRN
COPYING and DISTRIBUTION:
Shareware programs can be freely copied and shared. ALLIZ
Software encourages the copying and sharing of CHECKBOOK
ASSISTANT, but the distributed copies MUST include, as a
minimum, the following UNMODIFIED files:
CA.EXE - the CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT program file
CA.OVL - the CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT overlay file
CA.HLP - the CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT help file
MANUAL.DOC - the CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT "user manual"
READ.ME - important tips for those users NOT
inclined to read "user manuals"
LICENSE.DOC - this file
REGISTER.DOC - the REGISTRATION form
This shareware copy of the CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT, release
1.2.4S, is a complete and fully functional version that
keeps home and small business financial accounts in order
through automated control of printing checks,
reconciliation of bank records and other book keeping
functions. Additionally, it provides credit card
tracking and various reports. After you register as a
user of CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT, you will receive the latest
version of CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT Plus, which offers the
following additional features:
o - Password protection
o - Automatic backup of data files
o - Networth (Cash-on-Hand)
o - Support for separate CHECKS and REPORTS printer
o - Support for five (5) different popular check
"types"
o - Control over whether checks are printed or not
o - Complete disk drive and path support
o - LOAN PAYMENT and AMORTIZATION computation
WARRANTY:
ALLIZ Software makes no warranty of any kind, express or
implied, including without limitation, any warranties of
merchantability and/or fitness for a particular purpose.
ALLIZ Software shall not be liable for any damages, whether
direct, indirect, special or consequential arising from
failure of this program in the manner desired by the user.
ALLIZ Software shall not be liable for any damage to data or
property which may be caused directly or indirectly by use of
the program.
IN NO EVENT WILL ALLIZ Software BE LIABLE TO YOU FOR ANY
DAMAGES, INCLUDING ANY LOST PROFITS, LOST SAVINGS OR OTHER
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF YOUR USE
OR INABILITY TO USE THE PROGRAM, OR FOR ANY CLAIM BY ANY
OTHER PARTY.
Thank you for your interest in this product. Enjoy using the
CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT.
ALLIZ Software
12818 Wrexham Road
Herndon, VA 22071
(703) 476-5014
CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT - REGISTRATION FORM
Please check the appropriate box, enclose a check for the
total amount and mail to:
ALLIZ Software
12818 Wrexham Road
Herndon, VA 22071
Item Price Total
__
:__: Registration and latest "CHECKBOOK
ASSISTANT Plus" software
with MANUAL ON DISK $25.00 _________
(or)
__
:__: Registration and latest "CHECKBOOK
ASSISTANT Plus" software
with PRINTED MANUAL $35.00 _________
Virginia state residents add 4.5% sales tax _________
Total _________
(foreign addresses, please remit in US funds)
NAME:__________________________________________________
COMPANY:_______________________________________________
ADDRESS:_______________________________________________
CITY, STATE, ZIP:______________________________________
DAYTIME TELEPHONE: (_____)____________________________
__ __
DISK TYPE: :__: 5.25" Disk :__: 3.5" Disk
RECEIVED SHAREWARE COPY FROM: _________________________
COMMENTS: (likes, dislikes, additional features, problems?)
____________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________
__
:__: PRINTER DRIVER SUPPORT: CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT Plus directly
supports five different styles of computer form checks.
If you already possess computer form checks that are not
currently supported, we will provide a custom printer
driver to support those checks. Please send a blank,
voided check (both parts) for this purpose.
REGISTER.DOC
CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT - REGISTRATION FORM
Please check the appropriate box, enclose a check for the
total amount and mail to:
ALLIZ Software
12818 Wrexham Road
Herndon, VA 22071
Item Price Total
__
:__: Registration and latest "CHECKBOOK
ASSISTANT Plus" software
with MANUAL ON DISK $25.00 _________
(or)
__
:__: Registration and latest "CHECKBOOK
ASSISTANT Plus" software
with PRINTED MANUAL $35.00 _________
Virginia state residents add 4.5% sales tax _________
Total _________
(foreign addresses, please remit in US funds)
NAME:__________________________________________________
COMPANY:_______________________________________________
ADDRESS:_______________________________________________
CITY, STATE, ZIP:______________________________________
DAYTIME TELEPHONE: (_____)____________________________
__ __
DISK TYPE: :__: 5.25" Disk :__: 3.5" Disk
RECEIVED SHAREWARE COPY FROM: _________________________
COMMENTS: (likes, dislikes, additional features, problems?)
____________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________
__
:__: PRINTER DRIVER SUPPORT: CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT Plus directly
supports five different styles of computer form checks.
If you already possess computer form checks that are not
currently supported, we will provide a custom printer
driver to support those checks. Please send a blank,
voided check (both parts) for this purpose.
CDROM.TXT
T h e P C - S I G L i b r a r y o n C D - R O M
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
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Easy to use, all you have to do is insert the disc and type 'GO' at the
DOS prompt. We've included all the tools you need for fast easy access
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The WordCruncher text retrieval software allows you to quickly access
the description for any program you want. All the programs are indexed
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right program.
The Narc utility, newly instituted with the tenth edition, allows you to
look directly at all the compressed program files on the CD without
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look at the programmer's notes or on-line documentation before using
valuable hard disk space, you can.
The PC-SIG Encyclopedia of Shareware is included on the disk, and a
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++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
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Microsoft MS-DOS CD ROM extensions.
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Outside the U.S.A. call (408) 730-9291 for the name of the dealer in
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FILE3103.TXT
Disk No: 3103
Disk Title: *Checkbook Assistant
PC-SIG Version: S1.0
Program Title: Checkbook Assistant
Author Version: 1.2.4
Author Registration: $25.00
Special Requirements: 384K RAM.
What the CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT is not is an overpowering accounting system
that needs a college diploma to run. This fully menu driven accounting
system is the non-accounts dream with features like maintaining as many
as 99 home or office bank accounts, covering balances and reconciling.
The online help and the windowed menus make CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT very
easy to operate, and complete documentation is provided with a manual on
disk.
The CHECKBOOK ASSISTANT always has your account register up to date and
checks and year to date reports are easily printed. You can even displa
your accounts with bar graphs.
ATM transactions are no problem for this system, just fill in the spaces
and you'll have no more surprises. Also provided with the CHECKBOOK
ASSISTANT is a credit card management and financial budgeting function
to guide you along in keeping close tabs on that plastic money. This is
an easy to use no-nonsense accounting system.
PC-SIG
1030D East Duane Avenue
Sunnyvale Ca. 94086
(408) 730-9291
(c) Copyright 1989 PC-SIG, Inc.
PCSIG.TXT
P C - S I G
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receive a program and put it through its paces without having to pay for
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Outside the U.S.A. call (408) 730-9291 for the name of the dealer in
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SHAREMAG.TXT
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Directory of PC-SIG Library Disk #3103
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CA_DISK1 ZIP 152849 8-25-92 10:29a
CA_DISK2 ZIP 99247 8-25-92 10:30a
GO EXE 26022 1-10-92 12:14p
PCSIG TXT 2451 1-22-92 9:19a
CDROM TXT 3769 1-22-92 9:21a
SHAREMAG TXT 1837 1-22-92 9:15a
GO-FORM DAT 2401 1-20-92 10:24a
GO-STRT DAT 538 8-25-92 10:00a
PKUNZIP EXE 23536 1-16-91 12:38p
FILE3103 TXT 2443 6-02-92 5:34p
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