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1989-10-18
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First the Sales Pitch:
HandyCODE AR
Microsystems Software, Inc. announces a software TSR product for
MS-DOS called HandyCODE AR
HandyCODE AR provides a path to IBM PC, Pc-Jr, XT, AT, PS/2 and
compatibles (including '386 PCs) by interpreting Morse code input
and converting in into keyboard data. The standard Morse code
assignments have been extended to include the extra keys on the
PC's keyboard, plus defined and user-defined commands. These
commands are provided by a powerful macro facility. HandyCODE's
macros are shortcuts for frequently used keystrokes, such as
loading your application programs or inserting a frequently used
sentence or a list of names into your word processor. With the
macro capability any series of keystrokes can be automated.
HandyCODE provides a comprehensive practice code utility and on-
screen help facility. The user can configure iambic, dot memory,
letter/word spacing, and select speeds from 1 to 99 words per
minute. HandyCODE has built-in 1-key, keyer, or bug mode opera-
tion. You can configure the software for either Auto-Space or
Manual-Space (-...-) modes. HandyCODE is compatible with most
popular software and networks. HandyCODE can help you learn or
improve your CW skills while you run virtually any popular PC
software. HandyCODE takes approx. 30k of resident memory when
configured for "on-line" HELP and 4k of macro memory.
Using some ingenuity, you could connect a PC to your rig and do
off-the-air copy or keyboard-to-CW control, or even set up an un-
attended CW bulletin board. The standard interface is through a
provided 25-pin connector to the PC's LPT port. The LPT port
also provides 8 TTL compatible outputs. Bit 7 is activated con-
current with the speaker tone and therefore can be used to key
your transmitter. The remaining 7 bits are controlled by your
software and may be used for rotators, XMT/RCV, lights, etc. For
off-the-air copy, you need to convert the BFO tone from your
receiver into a TTL signal and "OR" this with your paddle or key.
If you don't require the external "RIG" control, you may connect
your keyer paddle via the COM: (25 or 9) or GAME ports. Just
tell us at time of order and we will supply the proper connector.
MSI also includes a software program called PLAYFILE which allows
you to play any ASCII file in "perfect" morse.
HandyCODE is available with connector for $149. or $89 without
"rig" control capabilities. A rehabilitation version is also
available for $295 which provides speech output capability. To
order call (508) 626-8511 or write MSI, 600 Worcester Rd., Suite
B-2, Framingham, MA 01701. Master CARD and VISA accepted. 30
day money-back guarantee!
That wasn't so bad was it?
Now the Demo:
The HCODE.ARC file contains three files:
- HCD.EXE HandyCODE demo Program- 30 Minute time limit before unload
- MOVL.EXE HandyCODE Configuration program; DO NOT EXECUTE.
- HCD.DOC You are already reading this file so we guess you found it
1. Copy Both .EXE files into any directory (MAX 1 off of root; EX: C:\HCODE)
2. Type HCD/C
3. Configure HandyCODE as desired. NOTE: you cannot select other than the
KEYBOARD for paddle control on this demo version.
4. To Reconfigure just type HCD when HandyCODE is already in memory and the
Configuration screen will appear.
5. At any time when the program is operating, you may key the hm couplet
(....--) to view the full page help screen with morse code extended
assignments.
6. Give us a call at (508) 626-8511 if you have any questions.
Note that our BBS also has the latest versions of any demo Software and
a great selection of Shareware.