Wallpaper Madness

Copyright 1994

Boston, Mass.

By

Robert F. Novello



Shareware Concept
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     This product is a copyrighted software product. The program and 
documentation, are Copyright 1994. All worldwide rights are reserved. Usage 
is subject to license.

    This product is distributed using the shareware concept. This means that 
you are automatically licensed without charge to use this Product for the 
purpose of evaluating its usefulness to you for a period of 30 days from the 
date of receipt by you. If you desire to continue to use this product after the 
30 day evaluation period, you must register it and pay the registration fee 
($7.95).  If you do not do so you are in violation of the law. You are also 
licensed and encouraged to duplicate this product and provide copies to 
others, including posting on public bulletin boards, provided that you 
distribute it exactly in the form received and that you do not charge for the 
copy in any way. Under no circumstances may you sell or rent this product in 
any form or package without the written permission of the author.  No one is 
authorized to accept a fee for registration except the author.                    


File Requirements
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Wallpaper Madness is a Visual Basic program. In order to run, 3 files are 
required as follows.

VBRUN300.DLL
CMDIALOG.VBX
MSOLE2.VBX

CMDIALOG.VBX and MSOLE2.VBX are provided within this package. 
VBRUN300.DLL due to it's large size may or may not have been included. 
However VBRUN300.DLL can be obtained most probably from
the source which you have received Wallpaper Madness. If it is not
available at that source it can be obtained readily from other BB's
or on line services. These 3 files must be present in your 
Windows\system directory to run Wallpaper Madness. In many cases they
already exist as your machine is provided. It is suggested that 
you ignore this step, if Wallpaper Madness runs OK, you have no problem. If you
receive error messages follow the procedure outlined, next.

Check for existence of 3 files shown above in Windows\System directory.
If any of 3 files are missing, copy missing files into Windows\System 
directory. As noted VBRUN300.DLL may have to be obtained. Retry 
running program.


What Does Wallpaper Madness do
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    Wallpaper Madness allows you to change your Wallpaper every time you start
Windows. This is accomplished by selecting a random Wallpaper File and
placing it on the Windows background. You will never know what picture will 
appear next, adding a bit of variety to your Windows sessions. Additionally WM
allows you to change the Wallpaper at any time during your Windows session, once
again by selecting a random Wallpaper File. This is accomplished with only a double
click of your WM icon. There is no need to go into the tedious process of entering
Windows Control Panel. You may also designate a file as your Default 
Wallpaper. This file can be installed as your current Wallpaper any time 
you choose. See Default file section of this Manual to obtain more 
information. WM will also allow you to change your Wallpaper at time 
intervals from every 2 to 60 minutes. Once again using a random selection and
making your Windows session a bit more fun. You may also change the center or tile 
setting for your wallpaper without bothering with the Windows Control Panel. WM also 
allows you to select a new Wallpaper yourself, WM however is much better than your
control panel since you will be allowed to preview a picture before you choose install 
the new Wallpaper. This is a limited version of WM. It only operates on 5 Wallpaper 
files to choose between for random changes, However you will have access to all Wallpaper
files for all other functions. The registered version allows use of unlimited files when utilizing
random changes. For more information, see advantages of registering , below.



Note : While reading this manual you may see some references to Wallpaper Madness files
or WM files. You may also see references to Wallpaper files. These are 2 different things.
Wallpaper Madness files or WM files are the files provided with this package. Wallpaper
files contain the actual picture information that will be displayed as Windows Wallpaper,
be careful not to confuse the two 


 
How to use Wallpaper Madness
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   In addition to this manual, you may click on help when using Wallpaper Madness
to obtain instructions on usage of program. 

Selecting a Directory for wallpaper files
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   Any file you choose to use as Windows Wallpaper must have a BMP or DIB
file extension.    Example   PICTURE.BMP or PICTURE.DIB. This limitation is imposed by the Windows environment, not by Wallpaper Madness. To get the best results from WM you should collect all your files you wish to use as Wallpaper and combine them into a directory of your choice. This can be an existing directory or one you create. If you are unfamiliar with Directory structures etc. consult your file managers On line help or you DOS manual. When all your Wallpaper Files are collected, you can then select this directory as your current directory using the Wallpaper Madness Settings screen described later. Once this directory is selected, the Wallpaper files in it are the ones that WM will select from
randomly for display. Note: With this limited version only five files will be used for random selection. See Advantages of Registering for details.
 



Starting WM
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   Once Wallpaper Madness (WM) is installed per the instructions contained
in the install.txt document, you may start WM by double clicking on it's Icon.
Upon start of WM, the Windows wallpaper will automatically change, the 1st time
you use WM, you may get blank Wallpaper, Don't panic, this is normal. You must first
set WM to select the directory containing your Wallpaper picture files. Once WM is  running, you may change your Wallpaper at anytime, simply by double clicking the WM icon. WM will select a random file from your working directory to be the new Wallpaper.



WM Settings Screen
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The WM Settings screen can be accessed anytime WM is running by clicking
once on the WM icon, then selecting Maximize from the Menu. You may use the help option at anytime this screen is visible by clicking on the Help option in the menu.

Changing Working Directory
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You may choose a working directory from the left hand boxes on the WM settings screen. Simply select a drive and a working directory, procedures are similar to opening and writing to a file. Consult your Windows manual if you are not familiar with use of these standard controls. The directory you select will be where the Wallpaper files will be selected randomly from. Any valid Wallpaper files that exist in a directory you select will be displayed in the file box on the left hand side. WM will not allow you to select a directory that contains no Wallpaper Files. The working directory can be changed anytime, hence you could store Wallpapers of different themes in different directories and switch between them at will.

Other Controls on WM Settings Screen

Working Directory / Changes Effective For
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In the Working Directory  area, there is a box entitled, Changes Effective For. There are 2 choices, This Session Only & Future Sessions. If you select This Session only, any changes you make to the working directory will not be remembered next time Windows Starts. The next time you restart Windows, the Working Directory that originally appeared before any changes will be utilized. This allows you to make changes for that Window Session only but not make them permanent. If the Future Sessions option is chosen, the working directory at the time WM terminates will be remembered and carried forward to your next Windows Session
 

Wallpaper Timer
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You may have your Wallpaper change as often as every 2 minutes, up to every 60 minutes.
this can be accomplished on the settings screen by selecting the ON option for the timer, and then 
selecting an interval. Once the timer is on, the Wallpaper will change automatically at the selected
 interval without user intervention, until such time that you turn the timer off. The ON/OFF status
of the timer, and the interval will automatically be carried forward to all future Windows sessions until such time as you change them.

WARNING :
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***WARNING***

While in Windows, with the timer on, even if the Wallpaper is not 
visible, you will experience a brief delay when the Wallpaper is 
being changed. You will also see a slight flash on the screen as 
Windows optimizes the palette for the new Wallpaper.

When DOS PROMPT is running, even if minimized, you will be unable 
to change the Wallpaper with either the timer or Icon Double click 
functions. This is required, since changing the Wallpaper during a 
DOS Prompt session would cause changes to the DOS palette which 
would make many applications that run under the DOS Prompt unusable. 




Default File
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WM allows you to designate any wallpaper file as a default file. 
This is handy in case you are using Wallpapers that are not for 
public viewing. In this case you could select a file that is 
suitable for general viewing and designate it as your default 
file. In order to designate a Wallpaper file as your default, 
you must rename it to DEFAULT.BMP. This file must then be placed 
in your working directory. Each working directory may have its 
own default file. In order to display your default file, all you 
have to do is press the shift key during the Wallpaper changing 
operation. This applies during Startup of Windows, if WM is being 
used to change your Wallpaper on Startup. In this case, when you 
start Windows, simply hold your shift key down, when the Wallpaper 
appears, it will be your Default file. You may also select your 
default file anytime Windows is running by holding down the Shift 
key and double clicking your WM icon.

NOTE: If you press shift key during a Wallpaper changing operation, 
and no file in the current working directory is named DEFAULT.BMP, 
you will get a blank Wallpaper, there will be no error messages.




The Select Wallpaper Box / Changes Effective For / Make Preview Picture Current Wallpaper / Restore Current Wallpaper to Preview
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   This box can be used to select a Wallpaper File to be displayed, similar to in Windows Control Panel. This box however is much easier to use than that in Control panel and offers the additional advantage of allowing you to preview what the Wallpaper file contains. This is done in the Preview Window in the bottom right corner of your screen. As you select Wallpaper files, the preview Window will change to reflect the picture of the selected file. This however DOES NOT actually change the Windows Wallpaper. In order to Change the Windows Wallpaper you must click on the "Make Preview Picture Current Wallpaper" box. To return the preview box to display the current Wallpaper click on the "Restore Current Wallpaper" box. The Current Wallpaper will always be displayed in the Preview box when the Settings Screen is activated. The Changes "Effective For box" determines if your Wallpaper change is carried forward to future Windows Sessions or not. If This Session only is selected, the change will only be for the current session. If Future Sessions is selected, that Wallpaper will be carried forward to all future Windows sessions until such time as you choose to change it. This setting will be irrelevant if you choose to start with a random Wallpaper as described in the "Using Wallpaper Madness on Startup" section.


Center/Tile
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You may change the mode in which your Wallpaper is displayed by clicking on Center or Tile. The change will take place immediately, even though you won't see it, since by necessity the WM settings screen must occupy the entire screen. Once you switch out of the WM settings screen, you will see that the change has occurred.  This change will be carried forward to all future Windows sessions until such
time that you choose to change it.


Return / Close
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  The return button will bring you back to your Windows environment as you left it, WM will remain running as an Icon, allowing you to Double Click at any time to change the Wallpaper or return to the WM settings screen as described above. The Close Button will bring you back to your Windows environment as you left it, WM will then terminate execution and would have to be restarted if you need  it again.


Using Wallpaper Madness on Startup
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   In order to have WM change your Wallpaper automatically every time you start Windows. You must place WM in your Startup Icon group. If you do not have a startup group, you may easily create it via File Manager. See File Manager Help if you are unfamiliar with this procedure. Once placed in the startup group, not only will WM automatically change your wallpaper, it will also be available to you as an icon, from there you can double click for a new Wallpaper or get into your settings screen as described above.


Advantages of Registering WM
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This Demo Version of Wallpaper Madness only works on 5 random files in your working directory, hence limiting the variations of Wallpaper changes you may see when using WM on startup, the timer, or double clicking on the icon. The registered version will allow you to work on as many random files as you choose when using these particular functions. All Wallpaper files will be available when using remaining functions.


To Register
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To register WM you may select the Register option on the menu of the WM Settings screen.
A screen will appear giving you information and you will have the option to print out a hard
copy of an order form, by clicking on the "Print Order Form" Button. Please use this form if possible
and please fill out completely  in order to insure prompt delivery. If you choose not to use order form you may send a check or money order for $7.95  to.

                               
Robert F. Novello
176 Bunker Hill St.
Charlestown, MA 02129
           
 $7.95 includes all shipping charges

If you have an E-mail Address on AOL, Prodigy, Compuserve or Delphi, please specify it. This may help to speed your order if any questions arise.


   Since Author has many products available be sure to specify which product 
you desire. in this case specify Wallpaper Madness.




Technical Support
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The Author may be reached
as follows

Compuserve  - 73123,2730 
Prodigy     - AXXE22A
AOL         - RFN
Delphi      - NOVELLO                    

or

Robert F. Novello
176 Bunker Hill St.
Charlestown, MA 02129


All questions, comments and criticisms are not only welcome but are 
requested


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OTHER PRODUCTS AVAILABLE FROM 
AUTHOR




Windows Wallpaper Manager
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   Wallpaper Hanger adds variety to your Windows sessions by changing the 
wallpaper (Windows desktop background) on a scheduled or even random 
basis. The wallpaper can be changed as often as every time you boot your 
computer or as infrequently as every month. The images to be used are left 
up to the user allowing total customization of your Windows wallpaper.

Available from Author ($7.95) or check your BB's
for posting.
                       


Text Lock

=====================================================

   Text Lock is a password protection program with a different spin. 
Although it may be used equally well with all types of files it's true power is 
displayed when used with text files. Text lock comes equipped with a text 
viewer which allows you to view the contents of an encoded file (using 
password) without actually decoding. Gone are the days where you had to 
decode a file, view contents then re encode file.

Available from Author ($9.95) or check your BB's
for posting.
            
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Special Effects Generator for JNSE Golf
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        The Special Effects Generator (SEG) is a course designers tool which 
affords the designer total control of all 256 colors used in JNSE. The 
designer is allowed to choose these 256 colors from the over 260,000 colors 
JNSE is capable of displaying. The designer is allowed to make changes to 
colors and see exactly how the changes ill effect their design, all this from 
within JNSE, no more exiting your design tool, going to JNSE, deciding that 
you don't like the change and starting the process over again. SEG allows 
you to view scenes from your course, and have the scene instantly reflects 
your color changes. But this is not even the best part about SEG. No more 
being stuck with the colors you start with. SEG allows you to effect color 
changes as the round progresses. You can simulate such things as darkness, a 
moon appearing from nowhere and lights coming on in objects. The limits to 
SEG are the limits of the designers imagination. If you are interested in 
seeing a course designed using SEG, download SUNSET C.C. from Gus n 
Golf (708-369-9183), America on Line or check your local BB, it may be 
there. SEG is available from author ($12.95), or check Gus n' Golf, America 
on Line or local BB for posting of  Demo version.
      
Available from Author ($12.95) or check your BB's
for posting.
         

Power Bar Controller For JNSE Golf
===============================================

  If you enjoy playing JNSE Golf but just can't post those low scores, Power 
Bar Controller is for you. Power Bar Controller slows down the power bar 
for you. With the power bar running slower you can concentrate less on 
execution and more on strategy such as club selection, playing the wind and 
reading the greens. It is difficult to know if you aimed an approach shot 
correctly or read a break right if you make a bad swing at the ball. Power 
Bar Controller makes it easier to make the perfect swing every time and makes 
the game more enjoyable to play. Power Bar Controller also will improve 
your game since your strategy decisions will improve when you have to 
worry less about execution. Also if you choose to purchase the registered 
version of this software you will be able to gradually increase the power bar 
speed up to original speed and then you will truly be able to compete with 
the big boys.
        
Power Bar Controller Will not slow down any other aspect of JNSE such as 
repaints. Power Bar Controller is designed to only take effect during actual 
swing. 
 
Available from Author ($8.95) or check your BB's
for posting.


Great Shots
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      Great Shots allows you to save any JNSE shot replay, either normal or 
reverse angle to your hard disk. Those once in a lifetime shots that were 
previously lost in electronic heaven may now be saved for posterity. Great 
Shots can be played back at any time from DOS using the provided playback 
utility. There is no need to enter JNSE to playback your greatest triumphs.

Available from Author ($8.95) or check your BB's
for posting.


DO YOU WANNA
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is a simple computer game that is played with your mate. When 
either mate is in the mood for making love, they simply go to the computer and 
click on their respective icon. If your mate has gotten there first, the game 
will indicate in a special way that the feeling is mutual. If your mate hasn't 
clicked, your indication of readiness will be kept active for a period of 
time. If your mate does not click after you within the given time, your mate 
will never know you were in the mood and the game will reset itself. DO YOU 
WANNA also has it's serious side. It saves a mate the hassle of being told no. 
What you do with this game is beyond the control of this humble programmer. 
Documentation:DYW.TXT, online help also available. Requires VBRUN300.DLL.         

Available from Author ($5.95) or check your BB's
for posting.



Legal stuff

This software is provided as is.

  The author disclaims all warranties as to this software, whether express 
or implied, including without limitation any implied warranties of 
merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, functionality, data integrity 
or protection, compatability with any system or any software. IN NO EVENT 
SHALL THE AUTHOR BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES WHATSOEVER 
(INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, CONSEQUENTIAL OR 
INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF BUSINESS 
PROFITS, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, LOSS OF BUSINESS 
INFORMATION , LOSS OF DATA OR OTHER LOSS) ARISING OUT OF 
THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE SOFTWARE OR 
DOCUMENTATION, EVEN IF THE AUTHOR HAS BEEN  ADVISED OF 
THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.  BECAUSE SOME STATES 
DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF LIABILITY 
FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, PARTS OF THE 
ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

