Cycle Calc V2.1

This is a text version of the help file, if you choose to delete the help to save space, this file gives everything the help file does.  See the History section (at the end) for changes to this version. 

Installation:
Windows
	PsiWin software can be used to install the application, simply drag and drop the (hold down CTRL on the keyboard so you JUST COPY) "APP" folder to the Psion drive of your choice.  Then choose "install" from the Apps menu in the System Screen.

DOS
	Start the RCOM software and type the following:
	To install to your internal disk type:
		CD\CYCLE
		BIKEINST I:
	To install to a SSD in drive A type:
		CD\CYCLE
		BIKEINST L:
	To install to a SSD in drive B type:
		CD\CYCLE
		BIKEINST B:

	It will run a batch file that will install the application to the drive of your choice. Then choose "install" from the Apps menu in the System Screen.

Macintosh
	Using PsionLink, just drag and drop the "APP" folder to the Psion drive of your choice.  Then choose "install" from the Apps menu in the System Screen.

Application files:
CycleCalc consists of several files:
\APP\CYCLE.OPA     the application
\APP\BIKE\CYCLE.RSC    the help file (optional)




Registration
Registering will get you a new version with more logging, more background pictures + the 
stats computer.  Most importantly, you'll get a clear conscience.

Registration via CompuServe
SWREG
Title is CycleCalc 2.1
ID is 11459
Cost is $15
You will receive a password and some backgound pictures within a few days.


Rider details
This is where you store your initial details. Cycle calc lets you track one rider's information.  If there is a rider already entered, you will see those details.  Note that you MUST enter initial details or you will not be able to log properly.  User info is stored in the file "\app\bike\User.odb" if you ever need to change your details, delete that file.


Set preferences
This is where you choose to use the background graphic and/or the Stats computer graphic.  Version 2 has goneto a modular approach, you can have the program very compact or fancier.
This choice doesn't change the apps' function, just it's appearance.
Upon registering you will be sent backgrounds to choose from!


Timer
As the Psion is a pocket sized unit it makes the perfect tool to log your riding.  The timer is nice in that the Psion doesn't need to be on in order to time your rides.
Just press enter, turn the Psion off, and go riding.
The time will show as the default time when you log your ride.


Logging
Cycle calc lets you keep track of various info, and produce reports from your rides.  You can track the date, (press TAB for a pop-up calendar),mileage,time (if you use the timer that time will be the default),weight weather,and a notes field.


Statistics
New for version 2 is the new stats computer.  It lets you see your weight loss/gain or your total distance ridden.
To choose "Weight":
press "W"
To choose "Distance":
press "D"
To exit the stats computer just press the "ESC" key.  Please note that as the weight statistics depend on your rider details, you can't get stats if you haven't entered your initial rider details.


Exporting
Why export?  Even though you can get quick stats from within Cycle Calc, the export command goes quite a bit further.
You can export the data to a text file and take advantage of the Copy and Bring features of the 3a.
Once you have exported the data, open the file up,  use the shift and arrow keys to highlight the info.  Press the System Touch Pad and press Enter on the Sheet app.  
Choose "Bring" from the edit menu. You can now highlight a column using the shift and arrow keys, press the diamond key,and you'll have a graph of your data.  To make more complex graphs, refer to the 3a's user guide.


Rail-Trail information
If you don't know what a Rail-Trailis, you don't know what you're missing.  Throughout
the USA, groups are turning abandoned Railroad linesinto bike trails.  These Rail-Trails
offer miles of enjoyment for all cyclists.  There are currently 680 Rail-Trails in 
the USA with over 900 conversions underway.  I live very near the Minuteman Rail-Trail in Mass.  It's a 20 mile round trip that 2,000 users a day take advantage of.  If you want to know more about Rail-Trails Contact:
      Rail to Trails Conservancy
      1400 Sixteenth St, NW
      Washington, DC 20036

Contact us!
You can reach GB Software via e-mail at:
GBSoftware@AOL.com

or visit our Web site at:
http://members.aol.com/GBSoftware


History
Version 1-2
Various releases...
Version 2.1
1. CIS SWREG is now offered
2. Bug fixes
3. Cycle Calc is now a modular design, you can add or remove Help, and registered users get to choose their background as they wish.
4. Changed the menu order
5. Registration is now accomplished by typing in a code.  No reinstallation is needed.
6. Best of all is the new difficulty guage, this lets you rate each ride on a scale of 1 to 5.  The scale is included in the notes export
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