Engrave98 for Windows 95/98/2000/NT/ME, Version 2.4.3c
H Square Engraving
Systems Copyright © 2000
Important Notice:
The Eng98 upgrade, from soft-key protected version to hardware (dongle)
protected version at a special price, will be discontinued
on June 1, 2005. Customers, who lost or damaged their soft-key version after
that date, will have to purchase a new copy of Eng98 with the dongle key.
Welcome to
Engrave98 for Windows 95/98/NT/ME. This document contains information about your
installation and use of Engrave98.
Click on one of the following
links to move to a particular topic:
§ What
is new in Engrave98 Version 2.4.3c?
§ Setup
Issues
§ Upgrading
Engrave98
§ Notes
for users of older versions (before version 2.4) of Engrave98
§ Notes for new users of
Engrave98
§ Engraving
with HPGL controller machines
§ Using
Spelling Checker
§ Viewing
Condensed Text Summary of a Layout
§ Tutorial
and Online Help
§ About Your
Site Key
§ Engrave 98
Feature
§ Engrave 98
(«Click here to download Trial
Version)
§ Engrave98 Users
Guide (PDF format)
What
is new in Engrave98 Version 2.4.3c?
This version contains fixes for the following
defects:
·
Borders are now engraved properly for plates with turned
orientation for multiple plate engraving jobs.
·
Choice of “28x18” table is now available.
·
Kerning and justification problem with lines starting with “I”
character has been fixed.
·
Character counting defect for multiple plate engraving for plates
with variable lines has been fixed.
·
Engraving character “Q” in UT font bug has been fixed.
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What is new in Engrave98 Version 2.4.3?
·
Ability to save Variable line input window to a file.
·
Engrave Control Panel window can now be closed while machine is
engraving. The window can be opened again either by selecting Engrave-> Control Panel menu item
or by clicking on the Control Panel icon (wrench & hammer icon) on
the tool bar.
·
Reverse engraving feature is now fully compatible with D14 reverse
engraving feature.
·
Long Plates now engrave correctly.
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What is new in Engrave98 Version 2.4.2?
· Option to buy Layout
Design Only Engrave98
· Optional feature for
supporting HPGL controllers. This feature also includes the “Character
Fill-in” capability for HPGL controllers.
· Optional Spelling Check
feature
· Facility to view condensed
text summary of your layout (this is similar to D14’s List command)
· Additional Acceleration
Keys
· Ability to move the software
and license from one computer to another without requiring new security
code.
·
Following is the partial list of defects/error fixed in this
version
Ø
Engrave98’s reverse engraving is now compatible with that of
D14.
Ø
Spindle motor now stops between engraving of plates for single
plate engraving jobs
Ø
Correct engraving of lines using FA (FIFTH AVENUE) and HEBREW
fonts
Ø
Change English/Metric from generic setting dialog and machine
parameters in Machine parameter dialog change appropriately.
Ø
Correct processing of logos with blank names processed from two or
logo files.
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If you have a licensed copy of
Engrave98, you can upgrade your Engrave98 by downloading the latest upgrade or
the full version from H Square Engraving Systems website.
CAUTION: Do not
Uninstall the existing version because you will loose your License.
The simplest method to upgrade and
retain you current license is to install the new latest upgrade or full version
of Engrave98 in the same directory where the current licensed version is
installed.
An alternate method is to install
latest full version in another computer or directory and then transfer your
Engrave98 current license to the new location where you just installed the
latest version. For more information regarding moving licenses refer to User’s Guide.
Download upgrade
file's:
Formats: Eng98update.exe
Formats:
Disk1update
Disk2update
Disk3update
(Install from floppy's)
Version: 2.43C
Release date: 10/10/2000
1. Click the file
Eng98update.exe
2. When prompted, choose to 'Save to Disk' and
not 'Open' the file.
--REMEMBER THE DIRECTORY YOU DOWNLOAD THE FILE TO--
3. Once the file is on your computer,
double-click the file Eng98update.exe.
4. Double-click
Eng98update.exe, follow the instructions for
installation.
5. Print out the "README" file, and make sure you read it
before using Eng98.
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·
First we suggest you to print out the User’s Guide, and read it
carefully
·
Minimum requirements for Engrave98:
Microsoft Windows 95/98 or
NT4.0
Intel or compatible 486DX 25Hz processor or higher
16 RAM
VGA
compatible monitor
1.44 Floppy drive
7 MB hard disk space
Modem
(optional)
Internet Service Provider (optional)
·
Check out what type of controller you have in your engraving
machine to configure your machine setup properly.
·
If you intend to continue to use D1.4 (the DOS version) at the
same time you use Engreave98, then you MUST use the default setting for your
directories. DO NOT override your existing logos and fonts directories. Because
Engrave98 is upward compatible with D1.4
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Engrave98 is now designed to
permit a free trial period of 20 days. During this trial period you can use all
features of Engrave98 including engrave with HPGL controller and use of Spelling
Checking feature. Also during this period, there is no restriction on number of
layouts. Anytime during this trial period, you can upgrade your license FREE
OF CHARGE by sending us the following information:
q Company Name
q Address
q Phone Number
q Fax Number
q Email address
q Old Security
key
q Site code. When you run
Engrave98 Version 2.4 (from the start menu) a small window appears on your
screen. This window prompts you to press <Enter> to configure your
license. If you press Enter key you will see a dialog box that informs you the
number of days left in your trial period, the site code and instructions to
obtain your permanent Site Key.
q Desired options [HPGL
controller support, Spelling Check]. As existing user of Engrave98 you are
entitled to Engrave option, HPGL controller support and Spelling Check options
are sold separately.
You can
mail/Email/fax or contact us with this information at:
H Square Engraving Systems
419
Lambert Ave
PaloAlto, CA 94306
Tel: 650-739-0138
Fax:
650-493-5862
Email: support@hsquare.com
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Engrave98 is now designed to permit a free trial
period of 20 days. The trial period allows you to evaluate full functionality of
Engrave98. Obtain your permanent license when you are satisfied with Engrave98.
To buy permanent license, please send us the following information:
q Company Name
q Address
q Phone Number
q Fax Number
q Email address
q Table
Model
q Site code. When you run
Engrave98 Version 2.4 (from the start menu) a small window appears on your
screen. This window prompts you to press <Enter> to configure your
license. If you press Enter key you will see a dialog box that informs you the
number of days left in your trial period, the site code and instructions to
obtain your permanent Site Key.
q Desired options
[Engrave, HPGL controller support, Spelling Check].
NO PAYMENT is required if
Engrave98 was shipped to you with your engraving machine.
You can mail/Email/fax or
contact us with this information at:
H Square
Engraving Systems
419 Lambert Ave
PaloAlto, CA 94306
Tel:
650-739-0138
Fax: 650-493-5862
Email: support@hsquare.com
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Engrave98 Version 2.4 supports for
HPGL controller equipped engraving machines. Following are the steps needed for
engraving with HPGL controller machines:
§ Selecting HPGL
controller and specifying it’s characteristics. To do this, select “General
Settings” menu item from “Settings” menu bar item. You will see the following
dialog on your screen:
From the table model drop down list
select HPGL. Consult the reference manual for your engraving machine and specify
Machine Units /mm, width of the table and height of the table
Select HPGL controller model and
specify X-Offset and Y-Offsets of top left corner of the plate from top left
corner of the machine table. These offsets depend upon the position of the plate
set with respect to top left corner of machine table.
You will not be able to select HPGL controller if
you have not purchased license for HPGL controller support
§ Specification of “Fill
Step Size”. When you select HPGL controller, Engrave98 version 2.4 allows you to
specify Fill Step Size in “More Line attributes dialog” shown
below:
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You see the “More Line
attributes…” dialog when you edit a line. Fill step size is specified on a scale
of 1 to 10. One specifying smallest step and ten being the largest Fill step. On
most laser engraving machines, you will get the best results by choosing 1 as
Fill step size. In general, for larger tools, you should choose larger “Fill
Step Size” number.
§ Rests of the steps for
engraving are similar to those for other controllers. “Long Plate
Engraving” option is not supported for HPGL controllers.
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Engrave98 Version 2.4 now includes
(separately sold option) Spell checking facility. You can invoke the spelling
checker by selecting “Spelling…” menu item from “Edit” drop down menu bar item.
The spell checker would check spellings of words in layout lines. The built in
spell checker has the industry standard user interface similar to Microsoft Word
and other word processing programs.
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Engrave98 Version 2.4.2 allows
user to view condensed text summary by choosing Item “View Summary Text
…” from File Menu . Engrave98 generates the condensed summary of the layout and
displays it in window of the Notepad program. You can use Notepads Print command
to print condensed summary text of a layout file. The display format of this
information is similar to that of D14’s List command.
Tutorial and Online Help
The Tutorial is a step by step
process which guide you to create a sample layout without reading the Help file.
We strongly suggest you to print out the Tutorial, and go through this exercise
before reading the Help file.
H Square engraving Systems
is constantly looking for ways to improve its products. Over the years, our
customers are the ones providing some of the best product improvement
suggestions.
We welcome your criticisms, ideas,
and suggestions.
Your engrave98 program is a
protected by the Site Key. Once you receive and install your Site Key, you would
not be required to type in the Site Key every time when you start your Eng98
program. Your Site Key is related to your hard disk and other parameters in your
computer. You may move your program from one computer to another, or from one
hard disk to another see “moving the Site Key”
section in User's
Guide for more details regarding moving licenses. Please read the
instructions for moving Site Key carefully before you try to move the Site
Keyt.
If for some reason you need to
reformat your hard disk on which you had installed Engrave98, you must
re-install Engrave98 after reformatting the disk and request a replacement Site
Key from us. This new Site Key is free, but a $25 processing fee will be
charged. If you have to replace the hard disk with a new hard disk, then you
need a new Site Key. The cost for the new Site Key is $180.00
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Thanks for your inquiry
about the Engrave98Ó,
following please find a brief summary of its features.
Standard Features
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Feature |
Descriptions |
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D1.4 Compatible
|
Work with existing D1.4 layout
file, fonts and logos (log and lgo) |
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D1.4 Functionalities |
Retain practically all D1.4 layout design
functions and features (if you want a list for functionalities and features of
D1.4, please email to us at:
support@hsquare.com
|
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Graphical User Interface (GUI)
&
Layout Preview
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Intuitive graphical user
interface. Instant preview of your layout before selection
|
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View Font & Logos
|
See fonts and logos at the time
of your selection |
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HPGL (IMPORT) |
Import HPGL file as logo or as
a file |
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Drag & Drop
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Drag and drop an object (a line or a logo) or a group of objects in a
column to anywhere you desire |
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Menu Bars for
|
Changing fonts, size, line
position, slant, arc, tilt, justification etc… from your graphical menu bar
|
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Screen/List
|
Design your layout from a
single or multiple graphical screen's or using D1.4 list format (e.g. Plate,
Column, Line) |
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Machine Origin/Parameters
|
Set machine origin, and other
machine parameters from your screen |
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On Line Control
|
Real time speed and depth
control from your screen |
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Multi-plate Selection
|
Selectively engrave certain
plate's) when using “Multi-plate Engraving” function
|
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On line help
|
On line “Help”, where you can
link, search a particular topic |
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On line feedback
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On-line feedback
|
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Background Color change
|
Changing plate background color
for better viewing |
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Other Windows Features
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In addition to the above,
standard Windows features such as copy, paste, file management navigation
through mouse (single click/double click) etc…all make your layout design a
convenient and easy task. |
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Optional Features
|
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Spelling Check
|
$50.00
|
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HPGL machine Support
(EXPORT) |
$120.00
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Engrave98Óis
an object oriented software and emphasizes the mouse, not the keyboard (which
can also be used). If you are too busy to read, just remember two things:
·
Pointing the mouse to the
object you are interested (such as a line, a column, a logo, an icon….), with
one click to high lighted it. (See below the moneybag is highlighted.
·
Double left click will
give the attributes of that object such as size, tilt, font etc.., while the
right click will give you a menu to choose from. The rest is
self-explanatory.
Here is an
example of the screen shot
How to Purchase:
1) You may download a free copy
for evaluation.
2) For purchasing a copy, you
may
-
Convert the evaluation copy into a
licensed copy by sending the payment to us or your dealer
-
Download
a copy from our Web site, and then send your payment to us or your dealer to
obtain your Site Key.
-
Send
in your payment to us or your dealer, and we will send you the disks of Eng98 by
UPS ground (next day will be $15.00 extra)
Price: $680.00
Call
your dealer or H-Square Engraving Systems today (650) 739-0138 email: iri@hsquare.com
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