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                           DataScope Version 1.4x
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        DataScope is a powerful serial communications analyzer
        designed as a high performance tool for software and
        hardware professionals. Now you can eliminate guesswork
        about asynchronous transmissions, connections, character
        timing, and serial events without purchasing an expensive
        hardware monitor.

        DataScope requires minimal setup. You can run the program
        immediately, but be sure to print MANUAL.TXT and read the
        basic setup chapters to identify the proper parameters for
        your monitoring environment. Any of the files with .TXT or
        .DOC extensions can be printed with the DOS "print" command.
        For example, to print the manual, type  PRINT MANUAL.TXT  at
        the DOS prompt.

        Once you experience the user interface, you may wish to
        build a monitoring cable to capture bidirectional
        conversations and experiment with the more advanced features
        of DataScope. Print CABLE.DOC for the diagram and pinout of
        an easy to build, basic monitoring cable.



                                LIST OF FILES
                                -------------

        Two types of files are present in the shareware product version:
        Files that are necessary for DataScope operation, and shareware
        documentation files. Both groups are listed below for reference.
        All files in both groups should be present on the disk or in the
        compressed file, depending upon how you received DataScope.


                              Operational Files
                              -----------------

                PALS.EXE         DataScope executable file.
                PALS.CFG         Default configuration kernel file.
                EBCDIC.CFG       Alternate EBCDIC character translations.
                COLORS.CFG       Demonstration character attribute colors.
                PALS.HLP         On-line, context sensitive help file.

                SEQUENCE.BIN     Demonstration archive file.
                SEQUENCE.DAT     Demonstration interactive transmission
                                 file.


                             Documentation Files
                             -------------------

                MANUAL.TXT       Shareware manual text file.
                CABLE.DOC        Shareware cable description file.
                ORDERFRM.DOC     Registered version order form.
                README.TXT       This file (contains the most recent
                                 DataScope product information).



                         The Shareware Concept
                         ---------------------

        DataScope is distributed on a Shareware basis. You may use
        DataScope without charge for the purposes of evaluating it's
        usefulness and suitability to task. If you find DataScope
        worthwhile, then you should order a registered version of the
        program. Registered copies of the program do not require a logon
        procedure, allow complete access to all program functions
        without registration reminders and come with a detailed 130 page
        user's manual, monitor cables and two serial connectors. An
        order form is already prepared in ORDERFRM.DOC - simply print
        this file, supply the necessary information and mail it in to us
        with your payment. An invoice will be shipped automatically with
        your order.

        DataScope will soon have a protocol analysis language as well as
        additional capabilities and enhancements, and as a registered
        user you will be entitled to low cost upgrades to the newest
        versions as soon as they are released. Most importantly however,
        by registering your copy of DataScope (or any Shareware
        product), you'll ensure the survival of the convenient and risk
        free distribution method that originally brought you DataScope.

        If you have paid a small fee to a Users' Group, "Software
        Library" or "SIG" to receive this copy, you have NOT acquired
        the registered rights or continued right to use DataScope. This
        fee was for the convenience of obtaining the DataScope diskette,
        and cannot be applied toward the purchase of a registered copy.

        You may freely copy DataScope for distribution under the
        Shareware concept, without charge. You may not reverse engineer,
        decompile, or disassemble the software. You may not rent or
        lease the software to other persons. You may not charge any fee
        for the DataScope program or documentation without our express
        written approval. Similarly, you may not distribute DataScope or
        it's documentation in connection with any commercial venture,
        product, publication or service without our express written
        approval.


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