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- Chapter 1 Introduction
-
- This package of asynchronous communications tools for IBM (COM1 - COM4)
- and Digiboard (intelligent communications hardware, up to 32 ports) hardware,
- consists of library (.LIB) files for each memory model and for both IBM and
- Digiboard hardware. It also includes all of the source files, header files
- (with prototypes) and MAKE files needed to generate the various libraries.
- Batch files are included for calling make with appropriate flags for each
- supported compiler.
-
- The "shareware" version is configured for the MSC compiler in .LIB format,
- and comes with the small memory model library only (ASYNCS.LIB). Header files
- with module prototypes for the library routines are included, as well as TEST.C
- for testing the modules on your system. No other source code is provided with
- the shareware version or support for Digiboard hardware.
-
- Also included are useful demonstration utilities as described in the
- manual.
-
- A working knowledge of 'C' and operation of your compiler is assumed.
-
- Becoming a registered user will provide full source code to every module,
- make files, support for other C compilers (Zortech, MSC, QuickC), 3 more
- utility programs, and a bound laser printed manual. There is also full support
- for Digiboard communications boards which will allow up to 32 ports on your PC.
- You will also be put on our registered users list and receive upgrade
- notification whenever new, expanded versions become available.
-
- To register, fill out the following form and send a check for $45 to
-
- Nordtech Research, Inc.
- P.O. Box 1011
- 1608 North Fourth
- Fairfield, Iowa 52556
- OR CALL
- (800) 274-7820
- (515) 472-7820
- OR FAX
- (515) 472-3524
-
- OR VIA COMPUSERVE MAIL
- 73200,2371
-
- You may also register via Compuserve's built in shareware registration
- system. To access this system type at any Compuserve prompt: GO SWREG and
- follow the instructions. The name of the file you want to register is
- ASYNC30M.ZIP.
-
- You can pay with Visa or Mastercard. Provide your card number and
- expiration date. Make sure you include the spelling of the name on the Visa
- or Mastercard. Please include your shipping address.
-
- If you desire to use these tools as is, have no need for the source code,
- Digiboard support, or a printed manual, then a fee of $15 should be sent to the
- above address. This will also put you on our mailing list for announcements of
- other products.
-
-
- HERE'S HOW SHAREWARE WORKS:
-
- You are encouraged to copy ASYNC30M.ZIP file and share it freely with others.
- You have the luxury of trying out the library and DATAMON program at your own
- pace and in the comfort of your own home or workplace.
-
- If, after trying out the library, you decide to continue to use them, you
- are trusted to purchase the Asynchronous Toolbox from the program's author, or
- from an authorized dealer.
-
- Why pay at all?
-
- * You receive a CURRENT copy of the program
- * You receive a laser printed manual
- * One year of technical support - by phone or written
- * Notification of updates (and fixes, if required)
- * Inexpensive upgrade offers
- * Notification of new products
- * Periodic offers and "deals" (for our customers only)
- * Your input and ideas help shape future product
-
- * A sense of pride and ownership, in having honestly participated in the
- Shareware revolution
-
- * You help to keep software prices down, by supporting a distribution
- method which doesn't rely on expensive advertising campaigns.
-
- So please dive in and enjoy the fun of legally sharing good software with
- your friends and associates. But also be aware of the following restrictions,
- designed to protect the community of Shareware users and authors, and to
- prevent greedy people from taking unfair advantage of the trust, hard work, and
- good will of Shareware authors:
-
- 1. No price or consideration may be charged. However, a distribution cost
- may be charged for the cost of the diskettes, shipping, and handling, not to
- exceed $10 total.
-
- 2. You may use the libraries to create your own programs with no licensing
- fee.
-
- 3. You may modify any of the source programs or use part of them to create
- your own programs. You may not make minor changes and then sell the new
- version. 4. The programs cannot be "rented" or "leased" to others.
-
- 5. The printed manual cannot be copied or reproduced in any way.
-
- Asynchronous Communications Toolbox
-
-
- ORDER FORM
-
- $60.00 for tools, source code, laser manual
-
-
- Mail To:
-
- Nordtech Research, Inc.
- P.O. Box 1011
- 1608 North Fourth
- Fairfield, Iowa 52556
- (800) 274-7820
- (515) 472-7820
-
- Your Name:
-
- Company Name:
-
- Street Address:
-
-
-
- City, State, Zip:
-
- Phone:
-
- Compuserve ID:
-
- Circle One: Visa Mastercard Check
-
- Credit Card Number:
-
- Expiration Date:
-
- Signature:
-
- Chapter 2
- Installation
-
- 2.1 Shareware Version
-
- The shareware version contains only the MSC small memory model library
- (ASYNCS.LIB), include files (*.h), and DATAMON.EXE (a nifty data line monitor
- program for debugging and testing RS-232 devices). All files are compressed
- together into ASYNC30M.ZIP.
-
- First copy ASYNC30M.ZIP to the subdirectory where your C source files are
- kept. Then type PKUNZIP ASYNC to uncompress the files.
-
- Copy ASYNCS.LIB to your \c600\LIB subdirectory.
-
- Copy *.H files to \c600\INCLUDE subdirectory.
-
- Print out the documentation for these tools (ASYNC.TXT). ASYNC.TXT and
- README (this file) can be printed by typing PRINT ASYNC.TXT (or README).
-
- The shareware manual is approximately 35 pages long.
-
- Follow instructions in the manual to test your installation with a simple
- communications test program (TEST.C).
-
- Chapter 3
- Products/Services from Nordtech Research
-
- 3.1 Consulting Services
-
- Nordtech Research specializes in communications software development. Our
- services can be obtained for large and small software development projects and
- for phone questions.
-
- Phone questions can be billed to your Visa/MasterCard at the rate of $1.25
- per minute (as of Mar 1990). Longer term projects can be done on a fixed price
- basis if suitable specifications for the project are available, or on an hourly
- rate of $60/hour (as of Mar 1990).
-