Welcome to BarComp Beta release version 0.91
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Barcomp is a set of two Barcode Components for Delphi to be used
with QuickReport. It comes in 2 varieties: a 16 bits and a 32 bits
version. It is a shareware product. You can fully evaluate the
product with the files that go with this text, except that you can
not use applications with barcodes when Delphi is not running.
On how to become a registered user, see below.
The current version is a beta-release. We hope to get as many
comments from you as possible to make it better and to release the 
final product. Registered users will of course receive a free upgrade 
when version 1.0 is ready.


Installation
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1. Unzip the file to any directory you like, for instance 
   c:\barcomp, c:\delphi\barcomp, etc.
2. Start Delphi and close any projects and/or files
3. From the menu, choose 'Option/Install Components...' (Delphi 1.0)
   or 'Component/Install...' (Delphi 2.0)
4. In the dialog, click 'Add...'
5. In the new dialog, click 'Browse'
6. Navigate to your chosen directory and select 'barcomp.dcu' 
7. Click OK the way back

For the Delphi 1.0 version, copy the file Barcomp.dll to your
Windows (or Windows\system) directory. Note that this file is
needed both during development and at runtime by applications that
use Barcomp components.
The Windows 2.0 version does not need a DLL. We hope to eliminate
it in the Delphi 1.0 version later.

In this version, you can not integrate the help file into the Delphi
help system yet. This will be added later.


Registration
============
The registration fee for this product is US$ 69.00 + US$ 4.00 
(US$ 2.00 in Europe) Shipping & handling. Registered users receive
both the 16 and the 32 bits versions of the product.

Ordering possibilities:

- Via Compuserve: GO SWREG, ID# is 11504.
- Via PsL: (CREDIT CARD ORDERS ONLY)
  You can order with MC, Visa, Amex, or Discover from 
  Public (software) Library by calling 800-2424-PsL or 713-524-6394,
  during office hours (7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. CST Monday-Thursday
  and 7:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Fridays), or by FAX to 
  713-524-6398. You can also mail credit card orders to PsL at 
    P.O.Box 35705,
    Houston, TX 77235-5705.
  The registration ID of Barcomp is #14640.

  THE ABOVE NUMBERS ARE FOR (CREDIT CARD) ORDERS ONLY.
  THE AUTHOR OF THIS PROGRAM CANNOT BE REACHED AT THESE NUMBERS.

- By paying Dfl. 115.00 + Dfl 6.80 or Dfl 3.40 by (International)
  Bank Transfer to Postbank (Netherlands), account# 3955154 of
  Zorn Software, Amsterdam. 


Shareware
=========
Barcomp Barcode components are distributed as Shareware.
Shareware distribution gives users a chance to try software
before buying it. If you try a Shareware program and continue
using it, you are expected to register. 
Individual programs differ on details -- some request
registration while others require it, some specify a maximum
trial period. With registration, you get anything from the
simple right to continue using the software to an updated
program with printed manual.

Copyright laws apply to both Shareware and commercial software,
and the copyright holder retains all rights, with a few
specific exceptions as stated below. Shareware authors are
accomplished programmers, just like commercial authors, and
the programs are of comparable quality. (In both cases, there
are good programs and bad ones!) The main difference is in the
method of distribution. The author specifically grants the
right to copy and distribute the software, either to all and
sundry or to a specific group. For example, some authors
require written permission before a commercial disk vendor
may copy their Shareware.

Shareware is a distribution method, not a type of software.
You should find software that suits your needs and pocketbook,
whether it's commercial or Shareware. The Shareware system
makes fitting your needs easier, because you can try before
you buy. And because the overhead is low, prices are low also.
Shareware has the ultimate money-back guarantee -- if you
don't use the product, you don't pay for it.


Disclaimer
==========
Users of Barcomp must accept this disclaimer of warranty:
"Barcomp is supplied as is.  The author disclaims all 
warranties, expressed or implied, including, without
limitation, the warranties of merchantability and of fitness
for any purpose. 
The author assumes no liability for damages, direct or
consequential, which may result from the use of Barcomp."


Association of Shareware Professionals (ASP)
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This program is produced by a member of the Association of 
Shareware Professionals (ASP).  ASP wants to make sure that the 
shareware principle works for you. If you are unable to resolve 
a shareware-related problem with an ASP member by contacting 
the member directly, ASP may be able to help. The ASP Ombudsman 
can help you resolve a dispute or problem with an ASP member, 
but does not provide technical support for members' products.  
Please write to the ASP Ombudsman at 545 Grover Road, Muskegon, 
MI USA 49442-9427, Fax 616-788-2765, or send an e-mail message
via CompuServe Mail to ASP Ombudsman 70007,3536.


Zorn Software
=============
The author of this product can be reached at:

hanszorn@xs4all.nl
or
73134.2177@compuserve.com
or
http://www.xs4all.n./~hanszorn
or
Zorn Software
Overtoom 529
1054 LK Amsterdam
The Netherlands
or
tel./fax +31 206189658


Version History
===============
0.9 Beta	April 19, 1996	Initial release

0.91 Beta	August 9, 1996, bug fixes:
		16 bits version now runs
		with Windows 3.x too


A note about printing
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For best readability (by a barcode reader), use a printer with
at least 300 dpi resolution. Higher resolution results in better
readability.
