                              FT10/CMD
                        Documentation Short File
                     Copyright 1986,87 by Mel Patrick


Unlike previous versions of FastTerm, this version will not have a full manual
for you to download and read. There are a number of reasons for this, but the
first and foremost being that the manual is simply too big for most word
processors and the graphics throughout the manual can not be displayed on the
low resolution TRS-80 video. At present the file for the manual is around
140K and that is without any graphic images. There is almost 80K of graphic
window images to add to that total. Downloading this would be totally
impractical. It would cost you more in connect charges than it would to
simply support the shareware product. Supporters automatically receive a
PRINTED manual and disk with the most current version their cheque or money
order is received. 

This short manual will simply highlight on the functions of FastTerm without
going into too much depth. The manual which all supporters receive on the
other hand is very detailed with many sections specifically relating to any
kind of problems you may have.


Program Changes for Version 10R
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With this version, there have been a number of changes. Most have been
requested by the registered users of FastTerm.

- New larger TEXT buffer. FastTerm now has 85K of buffer space if you have
  a 128K RAM addition and are not using the alternate banks of memory.

- On Screen Buffer size indicator. FastTerm now shows the remaining room left
  in the buffer as you communicate.

- FastTerm now supports YMODEM for those systems which can support it. This is
  in addition to the normal XMODEM. Both Checksum and CRC modes are supported
  in xmodem, CRC only in Ymodem.

- SMART VIEW Modes. You can now view the TEXT buffer (all 85K) without losing
  the original screen you were working on. Pause during scroll still active.

- Additional Baud Rates. Many extra baud rates have been added to FastTerm
  to allow those with laptops to communicate faster where permitted.

- VIDEO BUFFER! Now instead of losing items which scroll off your screen, you
  can recall up to 2 full video pages (providing 2400 baud or lower). Then
  return to the original screen and resume communications.

- BUILD COMMAND for the DIALER window. Now a simple, "answer the question"
  entry mode for building dialer entries. All you have to do is answer the
  simple prompts and FASTTERM will BUILD the dialer string for you. No more
  looking at the manual trying to figure out what comes next.

- AUTO COST OUPUT. Now when the carrier is lost (or terminated) during a
  session, you have the option of writing the toll charges to a disk file.
  This will enable to check all those charges on your long distance calls.
  Manual writing to cost file still available.

- DIALER and MACRO lists LINKED! FastTerm will now automatically switch to
  the same page in the Macro window, when you are working on any given page
  in the dialer window (and vice-versa). This makes it a lot easier now to
  find which macros link with which dialer entries.

- EXAMPLES!!!! FastTerm manual now contains many examples of how to set up
  auto log on strings and dialer entries for various modems. Complete info
  on how to use it with Compuserve.

- SEMI-TERMINAL EMULATION. FastTerm will now emulate a TTY terminal (what you
  are probably most used to), VIDTEX to work with Compuserve, and a VT100.

- Whole chapter on customizing parts of FastTerm for your own applications.

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Short Manual....on command keys.

F1            - invoke the window menus
SHFT F1       - invoke the emulator window
F2            - strip incoming LF's
SHFT F2       - toggle LF + CR to remote
F3            - toggle bell sound on/off
BREAK         - exit to TRS/LS DOS Ready
SHFT CLEAR    - restore screen display to default
UP ARROW      - invoke video scroll option
LEFT ARROW    - move one window menu to the left
RIGHT ARROW   - move one window menu to the right
CLEAR 1..9    - send macro definiton 1-9
CLEAR U       - select UART menu
CLEAR B       - select BUFFER menu
CLEAR E       - select ECHO menu
CLEAR D       - select DIALER menu
CLEAR M       - select MACRO menu
CLEAR L       - select LIBRARY menu
CLEAR T       - select TRANSFER menu
CLEAR S       - select STATUS window
CLEAR A       - Disable Auto Logon String
CLEAR C       - Capture screen in Buffer
CLEAR F       - Toggle cost charges ON/OFF
CLEAR G       - toggle buffer OPEN/CLOSE
CLEAR H       - fast disconnect using DTR signal line
CLEAR K       - toggle clock dislay on/off
CLEAR O       - output cost displayed to disk file
CLEAR P       - toggle printer output on/off
CLEAR Q       - abort printer output, cancel buffer info
CLEAR R       - reset elapsed time, or charges
CLEAR X       - append incoming info to BUFFER
CLEAR Z       - toggle cursor on/off

Some of these items may not work exactly as you might expect, but the manual
clearly provides details and gives examples on most of the features.

In window menus, press the letter which resides within the [ ] signs.

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Should you already be a registered owner of FastTerm, you can obtain the new
version and manual by sending $8.00 to the author directly. If you prefer the
manual only it can obtained for $6.00.

Unregistered users the registration fee is $15.00 and you will receive a
printed manual, and diskette in the mail within 3 weeks.

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Any questions regarding FastTerm can be sent either in writing to the author
or you may call his BBS system.

FastMaster BBS - 300/1200, 8 bit word, 1 stop, no parity, (604) 594-7398
                                 or
     Mel Patrick : 13699 70A Ave. : Surrey, B.C. : Canada : V3W 2J8

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