Alpha, The Pager Program
Version 1.5g

Copyright 1994-1995  BBC Software Corporation
All Rights Reserved.

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DEVELOPED BY:

BBC Software Corporation
Box 720871
Oklahoma City, OK 73172-0871

Compuserve Address: 72144,2331
Internet Address: 72144.2331@compuserve.com
Voice:  (405)  720-6789
Fax:    (405)  720-9052
BBS:    (405)  720-6898
24-Hour Toll Free Order Line: (800)508-3540

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PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:

Alpha, The Pager Program is a simple to use, but powerful interface to your alpha-numeric paging service.  In order to use this software you must have an alpha-numeric pager and service from a paging company that uses the standard paging protocol.

You should check with your pager company for any surcharges that may apply when using this software.

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FILE INFORMATION:

***NOTE:  VBRUN300.DLL is required for this program to run. If you do not have this file you can download it from Compuserve or most bulletin boards. The file may not have been included in the version you have, to make downloading time faster since most people already have it.

The following files should be included:

ALPHA.EXE  -  Executable Program File
ALPHA.HLP  -  Help File
ALPHA.TXT  -  This File
MSCOMM.VBX -  Support File
THREED.VBX -  Support File
MODEMS.DAT -  Modem Information File

Upon running the program the following files will be created in the same directory

ALPHA.INI  -  Initialization File
USER.DB    -  User Database

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DISTRIBUTION OF ALPHA, THE PAGER PROGRAM:

You may distribute the following files of this program as long as they are complete and intact.  If they are not complete please contact us for the latest release.

ALPHA.EXE  -  Executable Program File
ALPHA.HLP  -  Help File
ALPHA.TXT  -  This File
MSCOMM.VBX -  Support File
THREED.VBX -  Support File
MODEMS.DAT -  Modem Information File

YOU SHOULD NOT DISTRIBUTE THE FOLLOWING FILES BECAUSE THEY CONTAIN YOUR REGISTRATION NUMBER (IF YOU ARE A REGISTERED USER), AND INFORMATION THAT YOU HAVE ENTERED INTO THE SOFTWARE.

ALPHA.INI  -  Initialization File
USER.DB    -  User Database

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS:
You can install the program 1 of 2 ways dependent upon how you received it:

If there is a file named "setup.exe" in the version you received, run it, follow the prompts and the program will self install.  If the file does not exist follow the following instructions:

1.  Copy the files "ALPHA.EXE, MODEMS.DAT, ALPHA.HLP & ALPHA.TXT" into  a directory of your choice.
2.  Copy the files "THREED.VBX & MSCOMM.VBX" into the "WINDOWS/SYSTEM"  directory
3.  Make sure the file "VBRUN300.DLL" is in your "WINDOWS/SYSTEM"     directory
4.  Start the program by double clicking on the ALPHA.EXE icon in your  file manager or move it to your program manager for easier accessibility.

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VERSION 1.5a - 1.5g CHANGES AND FEATURES:

1.  Compatibility with more systems and more modems.
2.  MSCOMM.VBX version problem change (1.5a)
3.  Ability to use with multiple paging systems. (1.5a)
4.  Many small improvements (1.5a-1.5c)
5.  New registration features (1.5a)
6.  Modem List and Initialization Strings (1.5a)
7.  Fixed the Append to Message Log feature (1.5c)
8.  Allowed users to purchase Upgrade Express (see information below)
9.  Fixed the Pulse Dialing Feature (1.5d) 
10. Added Site-ID feature (1.5e)    
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SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS:

Windows 3.1 or higher, a modem and someone with an alpha-numeric pager and service. VGA Video & Mouse Recommended

Tested and compatible with Windows 95.

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REGISTRATION:

Registered users will be entitled to new releases for 1 year from date of purchase.

The registered version will allow you to enable the message log to store message that are sent.  The startup screen will also no longer appear on the registered version and the words "Unregistered Version" will no longer be sent with your pages.

The cost is only $29.95 + $4.95 (S&H US).  We also offer quanity discounts - see below)

There are several easy ways to register:

NUMBER 1:  Bill your COMPUSERVE account by using "GO SWREG"

If you have a Compuserve account you can use the Compuserve SWREG to register your software and have it billed to your Compuserve account. You simply enter GO SWREG and enter SWREG # 5980 when prompted.  We will send you a permanent registration number ASAP (usually the same day), VIA EMAIL, that you can enter when you start Alpha, The Pager Program.


NUMBER 2:  Use your VISA/MASTERCARD and call our TOLL-FREE ORDERLINE

You can register with VISA/MASTERCARD, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, by calling our toll-free order line AT 1-800-508-3540    (***PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS NUMBER IS AN ORDERLINE ONLY AND OPERATORS HAVE NO TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE OF THE SOFTWARE***).  We will process your order ASAP.


NUMBER 3:  Use your VISA/MASTERCARD and FAX your order 24 hours a day

You can print the order form below or the one inside Alpha, The Pager Program and fax it to us 24 hours a day.  We will process your order ASAP.


NUMBER 4:  Register by mail with a Check, Money Order or VISA/MASTERCARD
You can print the order form below or the one inside Alpha, The Pager Program and send it to the address below:

Attn: Alpha, TPP
BBC Software Corporation
Box 720871
Oklahoma City, OK 73172-0871

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QUANTITY DISCOUNTS

You can receive quantity discounts if you order more than 5 copies at one time.  The discounts are as follows and shipping/handling is still only $4.95:

	 5 or more 	-	10% discount
	20 or more	-	20% discount
	50 or more	-	30% discount

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PROBLEMS AND TECHNICAL SUPPORT:

There are several ways you can receive technical support if you are having a problem with Alpha, The Pager Program:

NUMBER 1:  Read the ALPHA.HLP file or the following section which may answer some of your questions.


NUMBER 2:  Use EMAIL

Technical support is available through the following email addresses.  	

	Compuserve:   	72144,2331
	Internet:	72144.2331@compuserve.com


NUMBER 3:  Send us a FAX

You can fax us 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with your questions at (405) 720-9052.  Please provide us with a fax number we can fax you back at and the times during when we may send the fax back to you.


NUMBER 4:  Call our 24 hour BBS (Bulletin Board System)

You can call our 24 hour BBS at (405) 720-6898 and download our latest software and support files.  You can also post and read messages to the sysop on our BBS.


NUMBER 5:  Write us at the following address:

BBC Software Corporation
Box 720871
Oklahoma City, OK 73172-0871



PLEASE REMEMBER THAT WE CANNOT PROVIDE TECHNICAL SUPPORT ON OUR TOLL FREE (1-800) ORDERLINE.  THESE ARE SALES OPERATORS ONLY AND HAVE NO TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE ABOUT THE SOFTWARE.

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PROBLEMS IN COMMUNICATING WITH YOUR PAGING COMPANY?????

The most common problem when our customers are having problems communicating with their paging company it the modem init string.  If the software stops at the "HANDSHAKING" stage or fails to hang up properly, then this is probably the problem.  It is very important that you choose the correct modem on the options screen.  If you do not see yours listed or the first one you chose does not work try choosing some different ones on the list and experiment  a little.


VERSION 1.5a (and later) COMMAND LINE OPTIONS

If you are experiencing problems in communicating with your paging system or otherwise wish to, you can make the following command line changes when starting Alpha, The Pager Program. 

Change Baud Rate (the default baud rate is 300 baud industry standard)
/b:1200
/b:2400
/b:4800
/b:9600    (eg     C:\ALPHA\ALPHA.EXE /b:1200   )

Change Parity/Stop/Data Bits to 8N1  (default is 7E1 - industry standard)

/d:8N1     (eg     C:\ALPHA\ALPHA.EXE /d:8N1   )

Change communication type to manual mode (not recommended except to try as a last resort-please note that manual mode is not compatible with sending to multiple paging services)

/m         (eg     C:\ALPHA\ALPHA.EXE /m   )

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NOTE:  Before purchasing, you should make sure that Alpha, The Pager Program works with the paging service that you plan to use.  Alpha, The Pager Program should work with almost every alpha-numeric paging service.  We will provide support if you are having problems, to try to get the program working with your service, however, we cannot provide a refund after puchase, which allows us to keep our cost of registering the software extremely low to begin with.

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ALPHA THE PAGER PROGRAM ORDER FORM

QTY	DESCRIPTION			PRICE	TOTAL
___	Alpha, The Pager Program	29.95 	_______
	Single User License		

	     Quantity discount (listed above)   _______
				     subtotal   _______
      Oklahoma residents add 8.375% sales tax   _______
      Canada/Mexico add $3 / Overseas add $9.   _______
			Shipping and Handling     $4.95

				GRAND TOTAL    ________
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