RMRHOME (PALM) - HOME INVENTORY MANAGER
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README file
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Contents:

1.  Introduction
2.  Installation
3.  Registration
4.  Using the program
5.  Other Programs from RMR Software
6.  License Agreement

INTRODUCTION
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Welcome to our Home Inventory program for the Palm series of platforms.

As it stands, this Shareware version is fully-working with no disabled functions, but will allow only a limited number of entries.  Registration will give you almost unlimited entries.  Please note that registration does not involve reloading the program, but simply typing in a registration code to release the 'lock'.

We know no one ever reads manuals but we would highly recommend reading the "Using the program" section for a tutorial on how to get the program started.

INSTALLATION
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To install the program simply double-click on the RMRHOME.PRC file and the program will be installed in your machine next time you hot-synch.

REGISTRATION
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If you wish to register the program, you can do so by post (snail-mail), or on-line using a credit card.  The registration fee is 10 or 15US$. (plus $5 if using REGNET)

If you wish to register on-line using a credit card you have 2 options:

USA Residents:

We now support the PayPal system for transferring of money, as that avoids the $5 handling charge put on by REGNET.  Simply send the money to alan@rmrsoft.com quoting the program (RMRHome) you wish to register and the platform (Palm, ESSENTIAL information or you will get the wrong code) and we will send the registration code to you within a few hours.

If you are not already signed up for PayPal it is very straightforward to join.  Just go to www.paypal.com and follow the instructions.  You even get a $5 bonus for signing up. However, we would appreciate if you say that you were referred by alan@rmrsoft.com so that we get the $5 referral bonus :-)).

Non-USA Residents:

Until PayPal goes international you will have to register on the WWW through RegNet, the Registration Network (Note that paying by this method will involve an extra US$5 handling charge). RegNet can be reached by e-mail: orders@reg.net or on the World Wide Web: http://www.reg.net or in the USA by calling 1-800-WWW2REG (1 800 999-2734) or the easiest way is by following the links from my WWW Home page at:

  http://www.rmrsoft.com/

This program has been allocated the RegNet Number: 8256 and this should be quoted.  The notification tends to get to us within 12 hours and we reply as soon as possible.

If you are using the postal service, please send a cheque (check) payable to 'RMR Software' (or the equivalent in 'real money' in your actual currency - no foreign currency cheques please), to one of the following addresses, including a stamped address envelope (or an E-Mail address) for the reply:

  RMR Software
  c/o 6000 Natick Court
  Burke, VA 22015
  USA

  RMR Software
  c/o 46 Mortimer Road
  Kempston
  Bedford	
  MK42 8RE
  ENGLAND

Please note that these are the addresses of our 'agents'. If you use these addresses, Registration codes will be sent out fairly quickly (provided they are not on holiday), but if you send a technical query it will have to be redirected to us, so might take longer to reply. If you have access, we can be reached quickly at support@rmrsoft.com

In each case, we (or our agent) will then send you a personalised registration code to enter (select the option via the Menu) to remove the 'nag' screen and allow full use of the program. Note that you will NOT need a new copy of the program, all the functionality is already there but just needs 'unlocking' by the registration code. We will also ensure that this code remains forward compatible for future versions of the program so, unlike other programs, we will not be asking for a further fee for an upgrade to the EPOC version.

USING THE PROGRAM
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When you first start the program you are in the first 'House', with a sample set of 5 rooms already defined.  If you wish to amend those room decriptions, or add/delete rooms then simply pull down the menu and select "Edit Rooms".   

If you tap on the "Category List" button then a similar screen opens up with 3 pre-defined categories.  Again you can add/update/delete categories by pulling down the menu and selecting "Edit Categories".

The next thing to do is enter the items you wish to track.  Simply tap on the 'New' button. This dialog allows you to enter a description of the item, the purchase date, the location, the category, the estimated value, whether you wish to consider purchase price or 'new for old' and then a free field for any comments you wish to add.

Once all the items are entered the screen will show the number of items for each room/category and the individual values.  Simply tap on the room/category name for a list of the items within that room/category.  And note the pull-down values allow you to search the database for specific items.

If you want to have add/update/remove houses then tap the House title and select the "Edit House" option.

You can also do a global percentage increase (or decrease) for every item in a house using the Menu option.  This can often be done annually to take account of inflation (for a 'new for old' policy)
 
The "Preferences" option allows you to specify the number of decimal places and what separator you use for large numbers. 

All the other options you need are available from the menu and should be relatively straightforward.

OTHER PROGRAMS FROM RMR SOFTWARE
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If you like this program, why not have a look at our other programs. A full list is as follows...

  RMRFuel       : Fuel Consumption Monitor (under construction)
  RMRHome       : Home Inventory program
  RMRDiet       : Diet/Weight/Exercise program  (under construction)

LICENCE AGREEMENT
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All software products from RMR Software Limited are made available under the terms of the "End User Licence Agreement" (EULA) set out in the following sections. 

Notice to users: Carefully read the following legal agreement. Use of the software provided with this agreement (the "SOFTWARE") constitutes your acceptance of these terms. If you do not agree to the terms of this agreement, promptly remove the SOFTWARE together with all copies from your computer. User's use of this SOFTWARE is conditional upon compliance by user with the terms of this agreement.

END USER LICENCE AGREEMENT

The software is protected by copyright law and international treaty provisions. You acknowledge that no title to the intellectual property in the software is transferred to you. You further acknowledge that title and full ownership rights to the software will remain the exclusive property of RMR Software, and you will not acquire any rights to the software except as expressly set forth in this licence. You agree that any copies of the software will contain the same proprietary notices which appear on and in the software.

GRANT OF LICENCE

This RMR Software Licence Agreement ("Licence") permits you to use one copy of the RMR Software product downloaded, which may include user documentation provided in electronic form ("SOFTWARE"). The SOFTWARE is licensed to a single user. The SOFTWARE or its component parts may not be separated for use by more than one user at any one time.  However, you may install the SOFTWARE on more than one computer, provided it is solely for the use of the licensee.

REVERSE ENGINEERING

You agree that you will not attempt to reverse compile, modify, translate, or disassemble the software in whole or in part.

DISTRIBUTION

Webmasters, platform manufacturers, dealers, distributors, agents, publishers or any other third party are permitted to copy or distribute the SOFTWARE, provided it remains in the same format as the product available from the RMR Software Web Site.  It is NOT permitted to copy or distribute any of the component parts of the SOFTWARE. Establishing an Internet link to the RMR Software web site is permitted, and is encouraged, in order to facilitate access to the SOFTWARE. 

COPYRIGHT

The SOFTWARE (including any images and text incorporated into the product) is owned by RMR Software and is protected by copyright laws and international treaty provisions.

LIMITED WARRANTY

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, RMR Software disclaims all warranties, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. In no event shall RMR Software or its suppliers be liable for any damages whatsoever (including, without limitation, damages for loss of  business profits, business interruption, loss of business information,or other pecuniary loss) arising out of the use or inability to use this RMR Software product.
