Welcome to AnyOrder Advanced: The Mail Order Business Kit
Advanced Edition Version 7.0  
Copyright (c) 1996-2002 Ron Watters / Great Rift

This file includes helpful information about AnyOrder Advanced

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1. General Information
2. Installing the Program 
3. Installation Instructions for Current AnyOrder Users:
   Protecting Your Existing Data Files.
4. System Requirements
5. Removing the Program
6. On-line Help
7. How to Register the Program
8. Distributing the Program to Others
9. Date Format and Y2K Information 
10. Version 7.0
11. A Comparison of AnyOrder's Three Editions 
12. Standard & Advanced Download Package Differences and
    Advanced Feature Limitations on Evaluation Copies



1. GENERAL INFORMATION
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Thank you for trying AnyOrder Professional Advanced: The Mail 
Order Business Kit.  This Advanced Edition includes all 
the features of AnyOrder Basic, plus many new ones, greatly 
expanding the scope and functionality of the program. 

Its core features include the ability to prepare invoices and 
billing statements, generate sales reports, keep track of 
inventory, handle returns, produce mailing lists, and monitor 
activity with consignment wholesalers and distributors.  The 
Professional Edition also includes a Contract Manager, a weight 
calculator, larger field sizes, invoice coding, enhanced payment 
and filtering functions, data export capabilities, and many more. 
More information on the program and differences between AnyOrder's 
editions are described in more detail at the end of this 
document.

AnyOrder! is a shareware program. The copy that you have downloaded 
is an evaluation version. That means you're welcome to try out 
the program at no cost and make sure it will work for you.  
You're also welcome to give the program to others or to make 
it available on your web site. (For more information on shareware, 
see "How to Register the Program," below).

The set-up program with this software package is designed for 
computers running on Windows 95/98/2000/ME/XP. 

For more program tidbits, special announcements, and upgrade 
information, you are cordially invited to visit the author's 
web site at http://www.ronwatters.com (follow the software 
link).  Additional contact information is included below.



2. INSTALLING THE PROGRAM 
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(Note: If you are an existing user of AnyOrder before installing 
a new version--or reinstalling your current version--be sure to 
make a back-up disk of your data files.  Both your invoice and 
royalty data files should be backed up.  For more information, 
see "Installation Instructions for Current AnyOrder Users," 
which follows this section.)

Depending on the download site, AnyOrder! comes bundled as 
either a zip file or as a self-extracting zip file.  If you 
receive a zip file (with a .zip extension), first unzip it.  A 
number of different zip utilities are available for this 
purpose.  Once the file is unzipped, RUN SetUp.exe.  This will 
start the setup program and will install the program files.

If you received the self-extracting zip file (with a .exe 
extension), RUN the file as it is.  The program files will be 
unzipped, and the setup program will start automatically.

We suggest that you do not use a program directory name with 
spaces, i.e. "C:\Program Files."  While AnyOrder can handle long 
directory names, we've come across some software and operating 
system combinations that will not allow access to AnyOrder's 
program directory.  For the best results, use the default 
program directory or a directory name of your choosing without 
spaces.



3. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR CURRENT ANYORDER USERS:
   HOW TO PROTECT YOUR EXISTING DATA FILES.
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If you are re-installing AnyOrder, it's important that you do 
the following:

1) BACK-UP YOUR DATA FILES in the old program before installing 
the new program.  BOTH the MAIN INVOICE and ROYALTY DATA FILES
should be backed up.  This is very important.  Do not run the 
install program until you've backed up your files.

2) Files are normally backed-up each time you exit from the 
program, and we highly recommend that you always back-up your 
files.  For an install, we suggest that you give yourself an 
added measure of security and back-up your files on a second 
disk.  (If you plan to set up a directory on your back-up disk, 
be aware that some software and operating system combinations 
have been known to create file access problems when directory 
names have spaces.  To be safe, don't use any spaces.  For 
example, use "A:\BackUp\" rather than "A:\Back Up\.")

3) If you pay royalties, you must also back-up your royalty 
files.  (Note that the royalty back-up is not necessary if you 
don't pay royalties, but you still must back-up the main 
invoice files.)
 
4) Once you are certain that your important files have been 
safely backed up, install the new version of the program (or 
re-install the old one).

5) If you have installed AnyOrder to a directory which is
different from where your old version was installed, you'll 
see the sample files that come with the program.  To replace 
the sample files with your own files, select FILE and RESTORE 
BACK-UP FILES.  Once the restore process is complete you'll have 
access to all of your own data files.


MANUALLY MAKING A BACK-UP DISK.  If, for some reason, the old 
version of the program is non-operable and you are unable to 
create a back-up disk using the normal method, you can manually 
make one.  In Windows, use "My Computer" or "Explore" and copy 
the following files from the AnyOrder program directory to a disk. 
Any type of disk can be used: floppy, Zip, etc.  This will 
become your back-up disk.  Here are the files to copy:

 - Sales.dbf
 - Sales.dbt
 - Orders.dbf
 - SetUp.dbf
 - Cust_num.dbf
 - Cust_num.dbt
 - Cat_no.dbf
 - Cat_no.dbt
 - Contact.dbf 
 - Contact.dbt 
 - ShipVia.dbf
 - RoyReprt.dbf (Not necessary if you don't pay royalties)
 - RoyInfo.dbf (Not necessary if you don't pay royalties)
 - Plus ALL of the following: BALxxEND.dbf, BALxxMID.dbf and 
   INVENDxx.dbf (Note that the xx in the file name means a number, 
   i.e. BAL00END.dbf, BAL01MID.dbf, INVEND01.dbf, etc.) Make sure 
   you get all of these files copies to your disk.

Once the above files are copied, your back-up disk will be 
complete.  With the freshly created back-up disk, you'll be ready 
to re-install the program or install the new version.



4. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
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HARDWARE:		
a) Pentium or Equivalent Processor
b) A minimum of 32 MB RAM. More recommended.
c) A hard disk with 12MB of available disk space
d) VGA/SVGA monitor and graphics adapter
e) Mouse

OPERATING SYSTEM:
Windows 95/98/2000/ME/XP 



5. REMOVING THE PROGRAM
-----------------------
The installer for Windows 95/98/2000/ME/XP creates an uninstall 
program which will remove all files associated with AnyOrder! 
The uninstall program is listed with the AnyOrder program group 
in the Start Menu.  You can also uninstall the program by using 
"Add/Remove Programs" found in the Windows Control Panel. 



6. ON-LINE HELP
---------------
A complete on-line help system has been built into the program.  
It is accessed by selecting HELP from the Menu.  The help 
system has been set up using standard Windows commands and 
procedures. Information on topics of general interest may be 
reached from the Contents page (accessed by selecting HELP and 
CONTENTS from the Menu Bar).  Topics of a more specific nature 
may be located using the Windows Help Search feature.

To help you get started, a short tour has been prepared which 
will guide you through the sample invoices that come with the 
program.  The tour is automatically activated the first two 
times you start the program.  After that, you can reach it by 
selecting HELP and TOUR ANYORDER.

In addition to the tour, new users will also want review the 
Getting Started section found in the Help information. 
It is reached by selecting HELP and GETTING STARTED from the 
Menu.  Information on how to prepare the program so it is ready 
to work in your business is found in Help under the topic 
"Preparing the Program for Your Use."

Information on which version of the program you are using is 
found in the "About" dialog box.  It is accessed by selecting 
HELP and ABOUT from the Menu. 

Registered users who have specific questions or problems with 
the program are welcome to contact the program's author, Ron 
Watters by phone: 208-232-6857 or via email wattron@isu.edu.



7. HOW TO REGISTER AnyOrder!
---------------------------
This is a shareware program.  You have downloaded an evaluation 
copy.  We invite you to try out the program and thoroughly test 
it for your business environment and the type of computer 
equipment that you use. There is no cost for evaluating the 
program.  You are also welcome to pass it on to others who might 
be interested in it. 

If after evaluating AnyOrder!, you find that it isn't what you 
need, simply erase the files.  No registration is necessary.

If, however, you find that it works for you, and you begin to 
use it on a regular basis, we ask that you register AnyOrder and 
make a payment for its use.  Once you're registered, we'll 
provide you with information on improvements and software 
updates. You'll also be provided with a registration code 
which removes the "unregistered" status of the program and 
officially registers it under your name. 

There are several ways to register: 

(1) Click on the registration link found in the Important 
Information Dialog Box.  To access this dialog box, select 
HELP and IMPORTANT INFORMATION from the Menu Bar on top of 
AnyOrder's screen.

(2) Log on to Ron Watters' website.  Ron is the developer of 
the program.  His website is:  http://www.ronwatters.com  
(Follow the software link)  

(3) Send him an email at wattron@isu.edu  

(4) Call 1-208-232-6857

(5) Write to Ron at 1135 East Bonneville, Pocatello, ID 83201.  
For your convenience, this software package includes an order 
form.  It's found in the file "Order.frm" which can be loaded 
into a word processing program and printed.

The cost of registering the Professional Advanced Edition is 
$89.00.  Note that there are two lower cost alternatives: 
AnyOrder Basic with a registration fee of $29.95, and 
Professional Standard with a registration fee of $49.95.



8. DISTRIBUTING THE PROGRAM TO OTHERS
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You may make as many copies of the evaluation version of this 
software and documentation as you wish; give exact copies of 
the original evaluation version to anyone; and distribute the 
evaluation version of the software and documentation in its 
unmodified form via electronic means.  There is no charge for 
any of the above.  

You are, however, specifically prohibited from charging, or 
requesting donations, for any such copies, however made; and 
from distributing the software and/or documentation with other 
products (commercial or otherwise) without prior written 
permission.



9. DATE FORMAT AND Y2K INFORMATION
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AnyOrder has been thoroughly tested and is fully Y2K compliant. 
The program uses the American style of formatting dates, i.e. 
(mm/dd/yy).  As long as you don't mind using the mm/dd 
system, AnyOrder can be, and is, used in other countries 
utilizing different date formats.  No adjustment in the 
Regional settings in Windows are necessary.



10. VERSION 7.0
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New features in Version 7.0 include additional fields 
on the Main Invoice Screen including the customer's phone number, 
email address, and an invoice code which can be used to provide a 
more refined breakdown of sales data.  A third screen size 
setting allows the screen to be expanded lengthwise and widthwise 
providing a roomier working area.   

A variety of sort options are available for customer and 
product lists, inventory reports, and billing statements.    
This version includes new print routines to print the payment 
analysis report or a summary report of inventory levels.  

For billing reports, you have the added option of choosing 
between "Date of Invoice" or "End of Month" billing cycles.  
A new counting feature enables you to count invoices.  
Dozens of counting options are available. For example, 
you can determine how many invoices have been issued to 
specified customer, how many invoices are unpaid, or how many 
invoices have been issued for a particular product.

A new Advanced Search feature allows you to search certain 
fields or select various conditions to narrow down the search.  
The Filter feature has the added ability to display only those 
invoices with certain products.  You can also filter for a 
sales code, displaying only those invoices with promotional 
items, or only those invoices with returns, etc.   Filtering 
is also available in the mailing list portion of the program.  
With this feature you can produce a mailing list for customers 
from a certain state, or who have purchased a particular product, 
among many others. A new pop-up list (which can be customized 
to your liking) makes it easy to enter shipping methods on invoices.  



11. COMPARISON OF ANYORDER'S THREE EDITIONS
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AnyOrder is available in three editions including Basic, 
Professional Standard, and Professional Advanced.  You 
have downloaded the Basic Edition. The differences 
between the editions are explained below: 


ANYORDER BASIC
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AnyOrder Basic forms the foundation of the AnyOrder family. 
It is designed for small or home-based businesses which take 
and fulfilled orders over the phone or through regular mail or 
email.  It generates invoices and billing statements, keeps 
track of inventory, handles returned items, produces sales 
reports, records customer payments, tracks consignment items, 
and creates customer mailing lists.  The program is efficiently 
designed and uses compact files.  (Registration is $29.95)


ANYORDER PROFESSIONAL STANDARD
-----------------------------
The Professional Standard Edition of AnyOrder is for the small 
business owner who needs greater functionality and versatility.  
It includes all the features of AnyOrder Basic with many additional 
features.  Here's a partial listing:  
     It has larger field sizes for customer names and addresses.  
It includes a Customer Contact Manager which can be used to 
write notes and keep track of customer names--or the names of 
individuals and departments within a corporate business--along 
with phone numbers, email addresses, etc.  It will automatically 
start your email program or Internet browser should you need 
to write a customer a note or visit their website.  
     The Professional Standard version includes additional 
fields on the Main Invoice Screen including the customer's 
phone number, email address, and an invoice code which can be 
used to provide a more refined breakdown of sales data.  A third 
screen size setting allows the screen to be expanded lengthwise 
and widthwise providing a roomier working area.   
        A variety of sort options are available for customer 
and product lists, inventory reports, and billing statements. 
It also includes a feature which calculates the total weight 
of an order.   In addition to the various print routines in the 
Basic version, the Professional Standard version also gives you 
the ability to print a copy of the payment analysis report or a 
summary report of your inventory levels.  For billing reports, 
you have the added option of choosing between "Date of Invoice" 
or "End of Month" billing cycles.  A new counting feature enables 
you to count invoices.  Dozens of counting options are available. 
For example, you can determine how many invoices have been issued 
to specified customer, how many invoices are unpaid, or how many 
invoices have been issued for a particular product.
    The Professional Standard Version includes an Advanced Search 
feature which allows you to search certain fields or select 
various conditions to narrow down the search.  The Filter feature 
has the added ability to display only those invoices with certain 
products.  You can also filter for a sales code, displaying only 
those invoices with promotional items, or only those invoices 
with returns, etc.   
    Filtering is also available in the mailing list portion of 
the program.  With this feature you can produce a mailing list 
for customers from a certain state, or who have purchased a 
particular product, among many others.
    It will keep track of shipping expenses including those 
which are charged and those which are not charged to the 
customer. A new pop-up list (which can be customized to your 
liking) makes it easy to enter shipping methods on invoices.  
It has an export feature which allows you to export invoice 
and sales data to other programs.  The export feature also 
allows you to export credit card information to a third party 
credit card processing program.  
    The cost to register the Standard Edition is $49.95.  
Registered users can upgrade from the most recent Basic 
Edition to the Standard Edition for $20.00.  (The cost of 
upgrading to the Standard Edition from older versions of the 
Basic Edition is $35.00)


ANYORDER PROFESSIONAL ADVANCED
-----------------------------
The Professional Advanced Edition is a full-featured 
invoicing, sales, and billing program for small mail order 
businesses.  It includes all the features of AnyOrder Basic 
and the Professional Standard Edition, plus credit card 
processing, batch printing, email attachment export, 
telephony features including two separate phone dialers 
(a basic and advanced version), invoice to HTML conversion, 
and royalty accounting.  
     With the Advanced Edition, you can click on a button on 
the Main Invoice Screen or within the Customer Contact Manager 
and your computer will dial the phone number.  You can have 
the phone dialer key-in the individual's extension or menu 
choice numbers automatically for you. If you need to call 
FedEx (or another shipper) to pick up a package, the phone 
dialer will even input your account number.  
    It includes batch printing routines for invoices and 
statements.  Instead of printing each invoice (or billing 
statement) individually, you can select from a list and the 
program will print all selected invoices or statements at 
once, freeing you to do other things.  
    The Advanced Edition also includes an email export 
feature which allows you to attach a copy of the invoice 
to an email message.  Attachments can be text, Microsoft 
Word, or an HTML web document.   You can also place the entire 
invoice into the clipboard and move it into an email or word 
processing program.
    If you need to pay a royalty to a photographer, artist, 
inventor, or co-developer, AnyBook has a built in royalty 
accounting feature.  This portion of the program provides a 
wide range of options. Over 235 different royalty combinations 
are available for nearly any royalty arrangement.   
    The Advanced version also includes credit card processing 
features.  The credit card processing portion of the program 
can be used if you have a small volume of cards--two to five 
cards a day--and you have signed up for voice or touch tone 
processing with your bank.  Note that if you don't use voice 
or touch tone processing or if you have a higher card volume, 
you'll want to use third party credit card processing software. 
To do so, AnyOrder has a credit card export feature which 
allows you to export card information to third party software 
such as PCAuthorize and others. 
     The cost to register the Professional Advanced Edition 
is $89.95. Registered users can upgrade from the most recent 
Basic Edition to Advanced for $60, or from the Standard to 
Advanced for $40. (Add $15 to upgrade to the Advanced Edition 
from older versions of Basic or Standard.)




12. STANDARD & ADVANCED DOWNLOAD PACKAGE DIFFERENCES &
    ADVANCED FEATURE LIMITATIONS ON EVALUATION COPIES
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The Standard and Advanced Programs appear very similar--and 
they are.  The difference between the Standard and Advanced 
download packages lies in what files are included.  The 
Standard package doesn't include the Royalty program while the 
Advanced set-up does.  The Advanced package includes all the 
files in the Standard package plus any files associated with 
Royalty Functions (including the main royalty program, its help 
system and related royalty database files).  Other than the 
inclusion of the royalty program, there is no functional 
difference between the two editions.

Two of the advanced features--phone dialing and credit card 
processing--are not functional on the evaluation version 
of the software.  They become fully functional only when 
the Advanced program is registered.  Nonetheless, the program 
allows access to advanced features.  You can view dialog boxes, 
click on some of the functions, and learn more by consulting 
the Help system which has extensive descriptive material on 
advanced features.  Additionally, a simple modem test has 
been included. The modem test gives you the opportunity to 
test your system prior to registering for the Advanced 
Edition.  A successful test means that the phone dialer and 
card processor will work on your computer system. 


