Convert-It!
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Table of Contents
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  - Description
  - System Requirements
  - Installing
  - Using the Application
  - Contact Info
  - Registration
  - License Agreement
  - Revision History


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Description
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  Convert-It! is the premier Pilot, PalmPilot, WorkPad and Palm III tool
  to convert numbers between different units of measurement.

  Features:

    o 18 measurement categories and 170+ conversion factors.
    o Double precision floating point math calculations.
    o Numeric or scientific notation input and display.
    o Cut, Copy, Paste and Undo editing functions.
    o Localized (international) numeric input and display.
    o Runs on all Pilot, PalmPilot and WorkPad models, including the
      new Palm III.


  The following units of measurement are supported:

    o Accel. (angular)      o Power
    o Accel. (linear)       o Moment of Inertia
    o Angle                 o Pressure
    o Area                  o Speed (angular)
    o Density               o Speed (linear)
    o Energy/Work           o Temperature
    o Flowrate              o Time/Frequency
    o Force/Weight          o Torque
    o Length                o Volume


  This application is offered as shareware.  It may be used on a trial
  basis for 30 days.  However, if you wish to continue using it  after
  this time, please register with us for the nominal fee indicated.  By
  registering, you will receive the latest version, future updates, and
  a key to turn off the registration reminder.

  Please read the license agreement included with this software.  By using
  this software, you accept all terms in the license agreement.


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System Requirements
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  Convert-It is fully compatible with all devices running the Palm Operating
  System (PalmOS), including the original Pilot 1000 and 5000, the PalmPilot
  Personal and Professional, the IBM WorkPad and the Palm III.  The only
  requirement is sufficient memory to load the Convert-It application.

  Throughout this document, we will refer to the above models interchangeably
  as the "handheld organizer", or simply the "organizer".


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Installing
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  This installation assumes that you have the Desktop software installed on
  your computer, and the HotSync Manager is functioning.

  1. The CNVITxxx.ZIP archive contains the following files:

       README.TXT    Documentation in text format (this file).
       REGISTER.TXT  dpw Designs Registration form in text format.
       CNV_IT.PRC    Convert-It! application.

  2. If a previous version of Convert-It! has been installed, please
     delete it before proceeding.  The built-in "Memory" application
     of your organizer may be used to delete installed applications.
     If you are using the Palm III organizer, first switch to the
     application launcher.  Next, tap "MENU", select "Delete...",
     select "Convert-It" and finally tap the "Done" button.

  3. From the "Desktop" folder of your personal computer, run the
     "Install Tool" to install the application:  CVT_IT.PRC

  4. Finally, HotSync your organizer to your desktop to complete the
     installation of Convert-It!

  For additional information, please consult your organizer handbook.


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Using the Application
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  Once Convert-It! has been installed, tap on the "prism" icon on your
  organizer to launch it.

  To perform a conversion, the following must be known: measurement
  category (distance, temperature, volume, etc.), input units, input
  value and output units.

  First, select the unit of measure.  To do this, tap in the area to
  the right of the "down arrow" in the upper right corner of the screen.

  Next, select an input unit.  Input units are located to the right of
  the first field.  Tap in the area to the right of the "down arrow" to
  select the desired unit from the list.  If all of the choices do not
  fit in the list, tap the up or down "scroll arrow" to view more units.

  Similarly, output units are located to the right of the second field.

  Then tap on the first line to select the input value field.  Using
  Graffiti input or the pop-up keyboard, enter the value you would like
  to convert.  Numeric input is accepted in either integer, real or
  scientific notation.

    Examples:

      2                     6.022045e23
      3.14159               6.63E-34
     -32.2

      International Users:
      Please note that a comma "," may be used in place of the
      decimal point "." as a digit separator by selecting the
      appropriate "Numbers" selection within the "Formats"
      category of the built-in "Preferences" application.


  To perform the conversion, simply tap the "Convert" button.  When the
  calculated value is less than 0.000001 (1E-06) or greater than 1000000
  (1E06) the output display is automatically switched into scientific
  notation mode.

    Example: ( To convert from kilometers to miles )

      1. Tap on the category field, in the upper right corner of
         the screen, to select "Length".

      2. Tap on the input units (to the right of the first field
         or line) and select "km".  Note that you will need to tap
         on the "down arrow" a few times to find the "km" unit of
         measure.

      3. Tap on the output units (to the right of the second field
         or line) and select "mi"

      4. Tap on the first field or line to begin entering the input
         value.  Either Graffiti or the pop-up keyboard may be used
         to enter the input value.

      5. Tap on the "Convert" button to perform the conversion.


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Contact Info
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  Convert-It! is by dpw Designs
  (c) 1998 All Rights Reserved

    dpw Designs
    P.O. Box 192
    Norco, CA  91760-0192  USA

      mail-to: dpw-designs@pe.net

      http://www.pe.net/firm/dpw-designs


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Registration
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  This application is offered as shareware.  None of the features of
  this product are limited or disabled in any way.  It may be used on
  a trial basis for 30 days.  However, if you wish to continue using
  it after this time, please register with us for the nominal fee
  indicated.  By registering, you will receive the latest version,
  future updates, and a key to turn off the registration reminder.


  PilotGear H.Q. ($10.00)
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    PilotGear H.Q. accepts registrations by Visa, Mastercard, or
    American Express.  In addition to their secure online web page,
    registrations may be placed by e-mail, postal mail, telephone
    and fax.

      1521 North Cooper, Suite 110           Tel: 817.461.3480
      Arlington, TX 76011    USA             Fax: 817.461.3482

      mailto: software-orders@pilotgear.com
   
      http://www2.viaweb.com/pilotgearsw/dpwdesigns.html
          

  dpw Designs  (Postal/Mail Only: $5.00)
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    For registrations by mail, a form has been enclosed for your
    convenience.  Please print the enclosed file REGISTER.TXT,
    follow the instructions, and mail to:

      dpw Designs
      P.O. Box 192
      Norco, CA  91760-0192  USA

    Please make sure to include the following information:

      o Product Name
      o HotSync User ID (Required for key)
      o E-mail address (for return of your registration code)
      o Check or money order (in U.S. funds) to dpw Designs


  Please note that your HotSync User ID can be found in the following places
  on your organizer:

    o From the application launcher, select Convert-It.  If the "Register
      Convert-It" form does not appear automatically, tap "MENU" and select
      "Register".  Next, tap the "Register..." button to display the "Please
      Enter Reg#" dialog.  Your HotSync User ID follows the text "Name:".

    o From the application launcher, select HotSync.  Your HotSync User ID
      follows the text "Welcome".  If you are using a Palm III organizer, 
      your User ID is located in the upper right corner of the form.


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License Agreement
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  We at dpw Designs are committed to providing quality, easy-to-use
  software.  While some effort has been made to ensure accuracy and that
  this software will not cause any loss of data, use it at your own risk.
  This software is provided as-is, with no warranties expressed or implied.
  By using this software, you agree to indemnify the author of all damages
  associated with the use of this software.

  This archive is freely redistributable, provided it is made available
  only in its complete unmodified form with no additional files and for
  noncommercial purposes only.  Any other use must have prior written
  authorization from dpw Designs.

  This application is offered as shareware.  It may be used on a trial
  basis for 30 days.  However, if you wish to continue using it after
  this time, please register with us for the nominal fee indicated.  By
  registering, you will receive the latest version, future updates, and
  a key to turn off the registration reminder.


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Revision History
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  1.05   30-Jun-98 - Added negative number input.
                   - Added scientific notation input.
                   - Changed height of "unit of measure" lists from 5
                     to 10 items.
                   - Corrected error in "Time/Frequency" category
                     when converting to/from Frequency and the input
                     value is zero (divide by zero).
                   - Corrected errors in 'Speed (angular)' category
                     when converting to/from: deg/min, rad/min.
                   - Corrected errors in 'Accel (angular)' category
                     when converting to/from: deg/min^2, rad/min^2
                     and rev/min^2.

  1.04   25-May-98 - Added following conversion to 'Area' category:
                       o dkm^2
                       o hm^2
                       o hectares
                   - Added following conversions to 'Pressure category:
                       o mbar
                       o bar
                       o kg/m^2 
                   - Added following conversion to 'Speed (linear)' category:
                       o in/s
                   - Added following conversions to 'Volume' category:
                       o teaspoon
                       o tablespoon
                       o acre-feet
                   - Added localized (international) number support for
                     input and output on PalmOS 2.0 and later devices.
                   - Updated conversion labels for consistency.
                   - Corrected errors in 'Time/Frequency' category
                     when converting between time and frequency.
                   - Corrected error in 'Speed (linear)' category when
                     when converting to/from revs/min.

  1.03   3-May-98  - Modified main form to align fields.
                   - Changed 'Force' category name to 'Force/Weight'.
                   - Changed 'Time' category name to 'Time/Frequency'.
                   - Added the following conversions to 'Force/Weight':
                       o stone
                       o ton UK
                   - Added the following categories:
                       o acceleration (angular)
                       o acceleration (linear)
                       o speed (angular)
                   - Fixed minor registration bug when running under
                     PalmOS 3 (Palm III).

  1.02  10-Apr-98  - Fixed errors in time conversions; 365 days/year.
                   - Added following time (frequency) conversions;
                     Hz, kHz, MHz, GHz.

  1.01   8-Apr-98  - Fixed errors in time conversions; to/from minutes, hours
                     days, weeks, years.
                   - Added new unit of measure: Density.
                   - Modified registrations screens.
                   - Updated documentation.

  1.0    4-Apr-98  Initial Release


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Copyright Statement
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  Copyright 1998 by dpw Designs.  All Rights Reserved

  3Com, the 3Com logo and Graffiti are registered trademarks of 3Com
  Corporation.  PalmPilot, the PalmPilot logo, HotSync, and the Palm OS
  are trademarks of 3Com Corporation.

  WorkPad is a trademark of IBM.
