Info-IBMPC@USC-ISIB.ARPA (08/02/84)
From: Info-IBMPC Digest <Info-IBMPC@USC-ISIB.ARPA>
Info-IBMPC Digest Wednesday, 1 August 1984 Volume 3 : Issue 80
This Week's Editor: Billy Brackenridge
Today's Topics:
Special Issue on PCjr Enhancements & Educational Software
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Date: Tue, 31 Jul 84 08:26:45 PDT
From: IBM Press Release
Subject: Writing to Read & New PCjr Keyboard
IBM OFFERS "WRITING TO READ" EDUCATIONAL SYSTEM,
NEW KEYBOARD, ENHANCEMENTS AND PROGRAMS FOR PCjr
IBM announced today that its "Writing to Read" system for teaching
children to read and write will be available to schools for use
with the IBM PCjr. The company also introduced a new, typewriter-
style keyboard--as well as options and programs that extend the
power and versatility of the PCjr.
"Writing to Read," a complete language laboratory, employs a
unique educational approach designed to teach children how to write
everything they can say and read everything they can write. During
the last two years, more than 22,000 kindergarden and first-grade
pupils in 225 schools around the country participated in evaluating
"Writing to Read."
The new typewriter-style keyboard--now standard with all PCjrs--
has 62 individually contoured, full-travel keys. It has the
convenience of cordless operation using an infrared signal to
communicate with the system unit; an optional connecting cord is
also available. The new keyboard will be available at no charge
to current PCjr owners and to those who purchase a PCjr from
existing supplies. Owners can obtain a new keyboard by bringing
proof of purchase to their Authorized IBM Personal Computer
Dealer.
The new PCjr options, available in August, are:
- A 128K Memory Expansion Attachment that includes an
"electronic diskette" and can be used to boost the
total PCjr user memory, in increments, to 512K;
- A Power Expansion Attachment that provides additional
power for connecting additional options to the computer;
and
- A Speech Attachment--a speech synthesizer that contains
196 built-in words and sounds and also can record speech
on a diskette through a microphone unit. The attachment
works with the "Writing to Read" system.
Two new PCjr cartridge programs, available in the fall, were
also announced. They are:
- IBM PCjr ColorPaint, a drawing program used with a "mouse"
to create full-color, freestyle artwork; and
- Andrew Tobias Managing Your Money* with the IBM PCjr,
an integrated personal financial planning program.
The new keyboard, options and programs will be available in the
United States and Canada. In the U.S., the products will be
available from more than 1,500 Authorized IBM Personal Computer
Dealers and from IBM Product Centers and branch sales offices.
*Trademark of Micro Education Corporation of America
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Date: Tue, 31 Jul 84 10:09:17 PDT
From: IBM Press Release
Subject: Detailed Announcement on PCjr Enhancements
TITLE IBM PCJR SPEECH ATTACHMENT
ABSTRACT The IBM PCjr Speech Attachment (#0024) is a speech synthesizer
which supports speech and sound under program control. It may be used
in conjunction with programs such as "Writing to Read" (#0700) to
provide visual and audio education for school or home.
OVERVIEW HIGHLIGHTS
? Installs easily
? Attaches to the side of the system unit
? Includes 196 pre-recorded words and sounds
? Records, stores, and retrieves speech under program control on
diskette
DESCRIPTION
The option uses linear predictive coding (LPC) and
continuously variable slope delta (CVSD) modulation techniques which
support speech and sound under program control. It supports speech
encoding in compressed mode and contains 196 words in ROM. It
includes a microphone input jack for a user-supplied microphone.
Audio output is via the IBM PCjr standard audio channel. Speech data
can be recorded on the IBM PCjr diskette through the user-supplied
microphone using CVSD technique. Pre-recorded speech can be stored on
IBM PCjr cartridges and used under program control.
CUSTINFO PUBLICATIONS
The IBM PCjr Speech Attachment is described in the following:
? Technical Reference Manual Insert
? Option Installation Instructions (Guide to Operation)
? Problem Determination Procedure (Guide to Operation)
? BASIC Programmers Guide Supplement
? Hardware Maintenance and Service Manual Insert
SCHEDULE
Planned availability is September 1984.
TECHINFO TECHNICAL INFORMATION
? Size
- Width -- 32 mm (1.26 in.)
- Depth -- 290 mm (11.42 in.)
- Height -- 96.5 mm (3.80 in.)
? Environment
- Air Temperature
. System ON -- 15.6 to 32.2 degrees C (60 to 90 degrees F)
. System OFF -- 10 to 43 degrees C (50 to 110 degrees F)
- Humidity
. System ON or OFF -- 8% to 80%
? Power
- At +5Vdc, 250mA
- At +12Vdc, 60mA
? Microphone Input
- Miniature phone jack (3.5 mm)
- 600 ohm nominal impedance
? Audio Output Options
- PCjr color display
- RF modulator with TV
- System audio output to external amplifier and speaker
PREREQUISITES: PCjr systems without the Power Expansion Attachment
(#0006) operate with only one of the following side-attached options:
? Parallel Printer Attachment (#0009)
? Speech Attachment (#0024)
? 128Kb Memory Expansion Attachment (#0031)
With the Power Expansion Attachment, up to three of the above
side-attached features, including the IBM PCjr Cluster Attachment
(#0027), can be added.
PLANNING INFORMATION
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITY: The customer is responsible for unpacking
the Speech Attachment, attaching it to the PCjr system unit, and
verifying correct operations.
PACKAGING: The Speech Attachment is packaged with the Guide to
Operation inserts, and the BASIC Programmers Guide Supplement.
INSTALLABILITY: The Speech Attachment is connected to the right side
of the PCjr system unit with the two screws provided. Power is drawn
from the connector. An optional user-supplied microphone connects
into the back of the Speech Attachment.
ORDERING CHARGES, TERMS, AND CONDITIONS
CHARGES
Feature Purchase
Number Price
IBM PCjr Speech Attachment #0024 $300
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Orders for any quantity of the feature may be taken by NAD/NMD
marketing representatives and processed by the branch office.
Customers with existing Personal Computer Volume Procurement
Amendments (VPA) or special bids will be eligible for discounts for
applicable features installed within the contract period.
IBM Product Centers will accept orders for less than VPA or
special bid quantities. Each product center will receive and process
orders within its trading area.
Single Delivery
Quantity Discount
3 - 9 5%
10 - 19 8%
EDUCATIONAL ALLOWANCE: An educational allowance of 20% is available
to qualifying institutions. A VPA discount is not in addition to the
educational allowance.
CUSTOMER SETUP: The feature is customer setup (CSU). Detailed set up
instructions are included with each feature. Setup is available from
the IBM Customer Service Division at IBM hourly rates and minimums.
WARRANTY PERIOD: One year.
WARRANTY SERVICE: Warranty service for the feature is obtained by
Customer Carry-in Repair (CCR) of the system unit (4860), keyboard,
and the feature, or by IBM On-site Repair (IOR) if the warranty
option is in effect.
Note: All warranty service requests require proof of purchase.
MAINTENANCE SERVICE: Maintenance service for the feature is covered
under the terms and conditions for the system unit on which it is
installed. The system unit maintenance price is not affected by the
addition of the adapter.
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: The IBM Personal Computing Assistance Center
(PCAC) in Boca Raton will provide telephone assistance to IBM
customers who have signed a Volume Procurement Amendment (VPA) or
special bid. The customer will designate a Technical Support Location
(TSL) which may call the PCAC. Assistance will be available during
the contract period.
TITLE IBM PCJR 4860 ENHANCEMENTS
ABSTRACT A new enhanced version of the 62-key IBM PCjr keyboard,
additional memory features which allow the PCjr to grow to 512Kb, and
additional cluster support are announced for IBM PCjr 4860 Models 4
and 67.
OVERVIEW HIGHLIGHTS
? New 62-key Keyboard
? Power Expansion Attachment
? 128Kb Memory Expansion Attachment
DESCRIPTION
KEYBOARD
The new low-profile, 62-key, detached keyboard for the IBM
PCjr uses full-size keys with the nomenclature printed on the
keytops. This nomenclature is designed to be as close as possible to
that on the current PCjr keyboard. The text, or core nomenclature, is
black on light-color keys. Special characters on these keys are color
coded as they are on the current keyboard. For example, F1 through
F10 are green. The 16 function keys on either side of the core are
pebble gray with the special function printed on the keytop in the
same color as on the current keyboard. The keys are arranged in a
standard typewriter layout with a function key and cursor control
keys added. The keyboard provides the user all the functions of the
IBM Personal Computer 83-key keyboard.
The pressure to depress the keys has been designed to please
both the novice and the experienced user. Two tilt positions provide
for operator comfort. In the normal position, the keyboard has a
5-degree slope; with the legs extended, it has a 12-degree slope. The
keyboard is also suitable for lap operation. A pencil holder and
non-skid feet are part of the keyboard.
The keyboard is battery powered and communicates with the
system unit through an infrared (IR) optical link. Since the keyboard
will function properly when located within 20 feet of and in front of
the IBM PCjr system unit, it is a truly portable hand-held device.
The optional keyboard cable must be used when multiple systems
are being operated in the immediate area to eliminate interference.
POWER EXPANSION ATTACHMENT (#0006)
Attached to the right side of the system unit, this option
provides 20 watts of additional power. It includes a separate
desk-top transformer and power cord, and is required when multiple
options are attached.
PCjr systems with only one of the following side-attached
options do not require the Power Expansion Attachment:
? Parallel Printer Attachment (#0009)
? Speech Attachment (#0024)
? 128Kb Memory Expansion Attachment (#0031) [Requires Model 67s or
Model 4s configured with optional features equivalent to Model
67s]
With the Power Expansion Attachment, up to three of the above
side-attached features, including the Cluster Attachment (#0027), can
be added. The Cluster Attachment requires the Power Expansion
Attachment when the diskette, printer attachment, or memory expansion
attachment is present.
The Internal Modem (#0008) operates with the system unit
internal power supply and does not require the Power Expansion
Attachment.
128KB MEMORY EXPANSION ATTACHMENT (#0031)
This is a side-attached option that increases random access
memory (RAM) by 128Kb. Up to three #0031s can be attached to provide
512Kb of total RAM. Parity is not supported.
The attachment requires the PCjr memory options diskette which
is included and allows DOS to utilize the expanded memory. The
diskette contains programs that enable use of more than 128Kb of
memory. A temporary second diskette drive, resident in memory for
storing programs and files, can also be created, using programs on
this diskette.
CUSTINFO PUBLICATIONS
Using Your IBM PCjr Memory Options, plus updates are provided
for:
? Guide to Operations
? Hardware Maintenance and Service Manual
? Technical Reference Manual
SCHEDULE
Planned availability is September 1984.
TECHINFO TECHNICAL INFORMATION
KEYBOARD
? Dimensions
- length 341.5 mm (13.45 inches)
- depth 168.0 mm (6.61 inches)
- height 29.0 mm (1.12 inches)
? Weight
- 700 grams (25 oz) without batteries
- 784 grams (28 oz) with batteries
POWER EXPANSION ATTACHMENT (#0006)
? Transformer 56-volt-ampere step down type housed separately
? Dimensions
- length 32.0 mm (1.26 inches)
- depth 290.0 mm (11.42 inches)
- height 96.5 mm (3.80 inches)
? Power: 120 volt, 60 Hz, 0.7 amps
? Power Supply: Powered from low voltage separate transformer
outputs:
- 5.0 volts @ 3.0 amps
- 12.0 volts @ 0.33 amps
- -12.0 volts @ 0.03 amps
? Standard raven black power cord.
128K MEMORY EXPANSION (#0031)
? Access Time: 290 nanoseconds
? Memory Cycle Time: 840 nanoseconds
? Dimensions
- length 32.0 mm (1.26 inches)
- depth 290.0 mm (11.42 inches)
- height 96.5 mm (3.80 inches)
SPECIFIED OPERATING ENVIRONMENT
Power Expansion Attachment
? Operating temperature: 15.6-32.2 degrees C (60-90 degrees F)
? Shipping/storage temperature: -40 to 60 degrees C (-40 to 140
degrees F)
? Relative humidity: 8-80% (operating)
? Altitude: to 7000 feet
128Kb Memory Expansion Attachment
? Operating temperature: 15.6-32.2 degrees C (60-90 degrees F)
? Shipping/storage temperature: -40 to 60 degrees C (-40 to 140
degrees F)
? Relative humidity: 8-80% (operating)
? Altitude: to 7000 feet
LIMITATIONS
Keyboard - The IBM PCjr Cordless Keyboard Overlays (#0013)
will not work with the enhanced keyboard.
128Kb Memory Expansion Attachment - Programs that require
Cartridge BASIC, or that are self-starting, or that do not use DOS
2.1 will normally run only in 128Kb memory mode.
SOFTWARE COMPATIBILITY
The following IBM software applications run on a PCjr and
utilize memory as indicated.
Up to More than
Application 128Kb 128Kb Requires
Adventure Y N
Adventure in Serenia Y N
Adventure in Math Y N B
Animation Creation Y Y
Arithmetic Games 1 & 2 Y N B,D
Accounting Solutions Y Y D
Executive Solutions Y Y D
Home Solutions Y Y D
Filing Assistant Y Y D
Reporting Assistant Y Y D
Graphing Assistant Y Y D
Writing Assistant Y N D
Basic Compiler Y Y D
BASIC Programming DEV Sys 1.05 Y Y D
Bumble Games Y N B
Bumble Plot Y N B
Casino Games Y N B
Cluster Y Y D
COBOL Compiler N Y M, D
Computers & Communications Y Y D
Crossfire Y N
Diskette Librarian Y N D, B
DisplayWrite 1* Y Y D
Dow Jones Reporter? Y N D, B
EasyWriter 1.1 & 1.15? Y Y D
Fact Track Y N B, D
FileCommand Y Y D
FORTRAN Compiler 2.00 N Y M, D
Gertrude's Puzzles Y N
Gertrude's Secrets Y N
Home Budget jr Y N B
HomeWord* Y N
Juggles' Butterfly* Y N B
Karel the Robot Y N
Learning DOS 2.0 Y Y D
Learning to Program in BASIC Y Y D
LOGO Y Y D
Macro Assembler Y Y D
Mailing List Manager Y N
Mine Shaft Y N
Monster Math Y N B
Mouser Y N
Multiplan? Y Y D
Multiplication Tables Y Y D
PCjr BASIC Y N B
PASCAL Compiler 2.0 N Y M, D
PeachText 1.00? Y Y D
Personal Communications
Manager Y Y
Personal Editor Y Y D
pfs:FILE? Y Y D
pfs:REPORT Y Y D
PlannerCalc Y Y D
Private Tutor Y Y D
Professional Editor Y Y D
Script/PC N Y D
ScubaVenture Y N
Sort 1.00 N Y M, D
Strategy Games Y N B
Time Manager Y N D
Turtle Power Y N
VisiCalc 1.2? Y Y D
Word Proof Y Y
Writing To Read Y N D, B
* These programs include overlays for the cordless keyboard which are
not used with the new PCjr keyboard.
Legend:
B = Basic Cartridge
D = DOS 2.1
M = Memory Disk
? Dow Jones is a trademark of Dow Jones & Company, Incorporated.
? EasyWriter is a trademark of Information Unlimited Software,
Incorporated.
? Multiplan is a U. S. trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
? PeachText is a trademark of Peachtree Software Incorporated.
? pfs: is a registered trademark of Software Publishing Corporation.
? VisiCalc is a trademark of VisiCorp.
PREREQUISITES
Keyboard - Four user-provided AA size batteries are required
to operate the keyboard without a cord. These batteries should be of
a longlife, leak resistant type. The optional Keyboard Cord (#0012)
is required to operate the keyboard without batteries.
Power Expansion Attachment (#0006) - The Power Expansion
Attachment must be the first side-attached option installed.
128Kb Memory Expansion Attachment (#0031) - At least 128Kb of
internal memory is required. If two or more #0031s are installed, the
Power Expansion Attachment (#0006) is also required. The PCjr must
have a diskette drive or access to a file server on a Personal
Computer Cluster.
CLUSTER CONFIGURATIONS: The Power Expansion Attachment (#0006)
removes previous restrictions relating to the use of the Cluster
Attachment (#0027). With the addition of #0006, PCjr models support
any combination of cluster attachments, a diskette drive, a parallel
printer attachment, and an internal modem. Use of the Cluster
Attachment in a configuration having more than 128Kb of memory
requires a diskette drive, or access to a file server on a Personal
Computer Cluster.
CLUSTER PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS: In "Using Your IBM PCjr Memory
Options," Appendix B contains customized installation instructions
for running the Cluster Program on IBM PCjrs with memory expanded
beyond 128Kb. Note the following additional points:
? Performing a local system reset on IBM PCjrs with expanded memory
allows the greatest number of applications to run.
? If a remote system reset is performed, an updated version of two
Cluster Program files, DC.COM and @#CLUSTR.COM, may be required.
Updated versions of these files are required when the two files
are dated December 30, 1983 on a directory listing of the Cluster
Program ship diskette. The updated files are available through
the technical support location.
IBM Software Products Supported by the Cluster Program on the
IBM PCjr
Runs Runs Uses
Runs from from Data in
from Public Private Private
Software Diskette Volume Volume Volume
Adventures in Math Yes No Yes Yes
Assistant Accounting
Solutions Yes No Yes N/A
Assistant Executive
Solutions Yes No Yes N/A
Assistant Home
Solutions Yes No Yes N/A
Basic Compiler Yes Yes Yes Yes
Cartridge BASIC N/A N/A N/A Yes
COBOL Compiler Yes Yes Yes Yes
Diskette Librarian Yes Yes Yes Yes
DisplayWrite 1 Yes Yes Yes Yes
Dow Jones Reporter Yes No No No
EasyWriter/1.1 Yes No No Yes
EasyWriter/1.15 Yes Yes Yes Yes
FileCommand Yes Yes Yes Yes
Filing Assistant Yes No No Yes
Fixed Disk Organizer Yes No Yes Yes
FORTRAN Compiler/
2.0 Yes Yes Yes Yes
Graphing Assistant Yes No No Yes
Logo Yes Yes Yes Yes
Macro Assembler Yes Yes Yes Yes
Monster Math Yes Yes Yes Yes
Multiplan/1.1 Yes No No Yes
Pascal Compiler/2.0 Yes Yes Yes Yes
PeachText Yes Yes Yes Yes
Personal Communications
Manager Yes Yes Yes Yes
Personal Editor Yes Yes Yes Yes
pfs:FILE/1.05 Yes No No Yes
pfs:REPORT/1.05 Yes No No Yes
PlannerCalc Yes Yes Yes Yes
Professional Editor Yes Yes Yes Yes
Reporting Assistant Yes No No Yes
Script/PC Yes Yes Yes Yes
Sort Yes Yes Yes Yes
VisiCalc/1.2 Yes No No Yes
Word Proof Yes Yes Yes Yes
Notes:
? Adventures in Math - The version of BASICA shipped on the program
diskette cannot be used. Instead, the DOS 2.1 level of BASICA
should be copied to the backup diskette or volume containing the
program. This program is not supported in IBM PCjrs configured
to use greater than 128Kb of memory.
? Assistant Accounting Solutions, Executive Solutions, Home
Solutions - These data files for the Assistant family can be kept
on disk, diskette, the public, or a private volume. If the files
are kept in the public volume, they must be copied to disk,
diskette, or a private volume before use.
? BASIC Compiler - Although the BASIC Compiler is supported, the
programs it compiles may not run with the Cluster Program. A
patch to the BASIC compiler is available from the IBM Personal
Computing Assistance Center. The DOS 2.1 version of LINK cannot
be run on IBM PCjrs in the cluster with less than 256Kb of
memory. The DOS 1.1 version of LINK on the BASIC Compiler
diskette must be used instead.
? Cartridge BASIC - This cartridge program is not supported in IBM
PCjrs configured to use greater than 128Kb of memory.
? COBOL Compiler - This program requires 256Kb memory or greater.
It does not support access to a drive or volume designation
beyond letter D. A patch for the COBOL Compiler that permits
using a drive or volume designation beyond D is available from
the IBM Personal Computing Assistance Center.
? Diskette Librarian - The version of BASIC shipped on the program
diskette cannot be used. Instead, the DOS 2.1 level of BASIC
should be copied to the backup diskette or volume containing the
program. This program is not supported in IBM PCjrs configured
to use greater than 128Kb of memory.
? DisplayWrite 1 - This program requires 256Kb memory or greater.
Running the program from the public volume implies using one
common profile and one set of text defaults at remote stations.
The common profile and text defaults can be updated by one of the
following procedures:
- Update the common profile and text defaults while running
DisplayWrite 1 from the private rather than the public
volume. Then use the cluster Public Volume Manager program
to copy the common profile and text defaults to the public
volume.
- While running DisplayWrite 1, update the common profile and
text defaults in memory only. Upon exit from the program, the
original defaults will be restored.
? Dow Jones Reporter - This program cannot be run at stations that
perform a remote system reset. The program is not supported in
IBM PCjrs configured to use greater than 128Kb of memory.
? EasyWriter/1.1 - This program cannot be run at stations that
perform a remote system reset. The ASSIGN command must be used to
redirect drive B to the private volume.
? EasyWriter/1.15 - This program cannot be run from diskette at
stations that perform a remote system reset. The program can,
however, be run from the public volume or a private volume after
a remote system reset. The ASSIGN command must be used to
redirect drive B to the private volume.
? File Command - No notes.
? Filing Assistant, Graphing Assistant, Reporting Assistant - These
programs cannot be run at stations that perform a remote system
reset.
? Fixed Disk Organizer - This program requires 256Kb memory or
greater. The program must be started with Fixed Disk Organizer's
AUTOEXEC.BAT file.
? FORTRAN Compiler/2.0 - This program requires 256Kb memory or
greater.
? Logo - This program requires 256Kb memory or greater.
? MACRO Assembler - This program requires 256Kb memory or greater.
? Monster Math - The version of BASICA shipped on the program
diskette cannot be used. Instead, the DOS 2.1 level of BASICA
should be copied to the backup diskette or volume containing the
program. This program is not supported in IBM PCjrs configured
to use greater than 128Kb of memory.
? Multiplan/1.1 - No notes.
? Pascal Compiler/2.0 - This program requires 256Kb memory or
greater.
? PeachText - No notes.
? Personal Communications Manager - This program requires 256Kb
memory or greater. The program does not support access to a drive
or volume designation beyond letter D. The reconfigure option
cannot be used when running the program from the public volume.
? Personal Editor - Setup instructions to run the Personal Editor
with the program file, PE.EXE, and the help file, PE.HLP, in the
public volume (and with the profile, PE.PRO, in the private
volume) are as follows:
- Change the F1 (Help) key Definition in the PE.PRO file.
Include the drive designation for the public volume in the
PE.HLP file specification; for example, 'e c:pe.hlp'
- Use the DOS PATH command to specify the drive and the path to
the public volume; for example, specify PATH c:/;
- Set the default drive to the private volume (which contains
PE.PRO) before invoking the Personal Editor program.
? Plannercalc - This program requires 256Kb memory or greater. The
program does not support access to a drive or volume designation
beyond letter D.
? Professional Editor - The Information Transfer Program cannot be
run to activate the message and file transfer link in IBM PCjrs
with less than 256Kb of memory.
? pfs:FILE/1.05, pfs:REPORT/1.05 - These programs cannot be run at
stations that perform a remote system reset.
? SCRIPT/PC - This program requires 256Kb memory or greater.
? Sort - This program requires 256Kb memory or greater.
? VisiCalc/1.2 - This program does not support access to a drive or
volume designation beyond letter D.
? Word Proof - The Information Transfer Program cannot be run to
activate the message and file transfer link in IBM PCjrs with
less than 256Kb of memory.
Setup instructions for Word Proof are as follows:
- Make a backup copy of the Word Proof program diskette.
- Run Word Proof from the backup diskette, and choose the
option to set profile values. Set the spill file drive and
the additional word list drive to the drive letter for the
private volume. Set the main word list drive and the synonym
list drive to the drive letter for the public volume.
- Use the DOS COPY command to copy the files WORDPRF.PRO and
WORDPRF.ADL from the backup diskette to the private volume.
Use the Public Volume Manager program to copy the remaining
Word Proof files to the public volume.
- Use the DOS PATH command to specify the drive and the path to
the public volume; for example, specify PATH C:/;
- Set the default drive to the private volume before invoking
the Word Proof program.
PLANNING INFORMATION
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITY: The customer is responsible for the
following:
? Keyboard -- Unpacking the keyboard, supplying and installing four
AA size batteries for cordless operation, if desired, or
attaching the optional keyboard cord, and running the power-on
self-test.
? Power Expansion Attachment -- Unpacking and attaching the
attachment to the PCjr with the four screws provided, connecting
the transformer by attaching the cable to the back of the
attachment, plugging the transformer power cord into the
electrical outlet, and verifying correct operation.
? 128Kb Memory Expansion Attachment -- Unpacking and attaching the
option to the PCjr with the four screws provided, setting memory
switches, running the PCjr memory option diskette, if using DOS,
and verifying correct operation.
PACKAGING:
? Keyboard - The keyboard is packaged with the system unit.
? Power Expansion Attachment - The Power Expansion Attachment,
transformer and power cord, and Guide to Operations inserts are
packaged in a single carton.
? 128Kb Memory Expansion - The 128Kb Memory Expansion is packaged
with the PCjr Memory Option diskette, the Using Your IBM PCjr
Memory Options manual, and Guide to Operations inserts.
ORDERING CHARGES, TERMS, AND CONDITIONS
CHARGES
Single Unit
Feature Description Purchase Price
0006 Power Expansion Attachment $150
0031 128Kb Memory Expansion Attachment 325
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
CUSTOMER SETUP: The IBM PCjr 4860 and its options are customer setup
(CSU). Detailed setup instructions are included with each machine
and option. Setup is available from the IBM Customer Service
Division at IBM hourly rates and minimum.
ORDERING INFORMATION: Orders for any quantity may be taken by NAD/NMD
marketing representatives and processed by the branch offices.
Customers with existing VPA's or special bids will be eligible for
discounts for options installed within the contract period.
Customers may also order from an IBM Product Center. Product
Center single delivery quantity discounts are available. Each Product
Center will accept and process orders within its trading area.
Single Delivery
Quantity Discount
3-9 5%
10-19 8%
EDUCATIONAL ALLOWANCE: Educational allowance of 20% is available to
qualifying institutions. A VPA discount is not in addition to the
educational allowance.
WARRANTY PERIOD: One year.
WARRANTY SERVICE: Customer Carry-in Repair service is provided during
the warranty period. Customer Carry-in Repair is described under the
terms and conditions of the Agreement for Purchase of IBM Machines
(Z125-3275) and the Amendment for IBM Service/Exchange Center
Services (Z125-3385-01).
WARRANTY OPTION: IBM On-site Repair.
MAINTENANCE SERVICE: IBM On-site Repair and Customer Carry-in Repair
maintenance service for the keyboard, the 128Kb Memory Expansion
Attachment, and the Power Expansion Attachment are available and are
included in the charges for the system unit on which they are
installed. Refer to Marketing Announcement 384-071, dated July 31,
1984 for additional maintenance changes.
The customer may obtain IBM service by calling the toll-free
number of the IBM Service/Exchange Communications Center (S/ECC).
U.S. and Puerto Rico - (800) 428-2569
Hawaii and Alaska (call collect) - (312) 986-7451
TIME AND MATERIALS: Time and materials service may be obtained by
calling the Service/Exchange Communication Center's (S/EEC) toll free
number. The S/ECC will give the customer instructions for returning
the machine for service.
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: The IBM Personal Computing Assistance Center
(PCAC) in Boca Raton will provide telephone assistance to IBM
customers who have signed a Volume Procurement Amendment (VPA) or
special bid. The customer will designate a Technical Support Location
(TSL) which may call the PCAC. Assistance will be available during
the contract period.
NOTICE Notice to IBM Customers
July 31, 1984
ENHANCED KEYBOARD FOR IBM PCJR
On July 31, 1984, IBM announced a new keyboard for the IBM
PCjr. All customers who have purchased a PCjr system or who have a
PCjr system scheduled for shipment on or before September 14, 1984
will automatically be shipped the new keyboard by the end of
November.
PCjr systems scheduled for shipment after September 14, 1984,
will be shipped with the new keyboard.
Any questions should be addressed to your IBM marketing
representative.
TITLE IBM PCJR PROGRAMMING ENHANCED
ABSTRACT The Writing to Read licensed program for the IBM PCjr is an
instructional system designed to develop the writing and reading
skills of kindergarten and first-grade students in a planned
learning-center environment.
PROGNO 6360700
OVERVIEW HIGHLIGHTS
? Teaches children to write what they can say and to read what they
can write.
? Creates a special learning environment.
? Allows children to be responsible for their own learning and to
track their own progress.
? Encourages children to become active participants in the learning
process.
? Teaches children 42 Writing to Read phonemes that represent the
sounds of English speech.
? Helps children understand and use the interrelationship of
speaking, writing, and reading by emphasizing the basic structure
of language.
? Helps children learn to use IBM PCjrs, IBM Selectric(R).
typewriters, and audio cassette players.
? Increases teacher effectiveness through the system's management
design.
? Encourages and frees children to express themselves creatively
through writing.
? Encourages children to interact with each other.
? Allows children to experiment with language without penalizing
them for incorrect responses.
? Offers children learning choices and encourages them to make
personal decisions from among those choices.
DESCRIPTION
Writing to Read is an instructional system designed to develop
the reading skills of kindergarten and first-grade students by
teaching them to write. The program works within a planned learning
center in which children use a variety of equipment and language arts
materials to develop their writing and reading skills.
The main premise of Writing to Read is that children can use
their previously developed language skills to learn to write what
they can say and then to read what they can write. The program
employs a multi-sensory approach, including voice and color graphics,
to help children learn the 42 Writing-to-Read phonemes and to use
these phonemes to express their own thoughts in writing.
Each learner can experience success in reading and writing.
Experimentation, creativity, and positive personal interactions are
encouraged.
CUSTINFO PUBLICATIONS
This licensed program is described in the Writing to Read
Teacher's Manual.
SCHEDULE
The planned availability date is September 1984.
TECHINFO TECHNICAL INFORMATION
SPECIFIED OPERATING ENVIRONMENT
HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS: The Writing to Read diskettes operate on the
following configurations:
? IBM PCjr with 128Kb of memory, the IBM PCjr Speech Attachment and
the IBM BASIC cartridge
? One dual-sided diskette drive
? IBM PCjr Color Display
In addition, Writing to Read requires the following
user-supplied equipment:
? IBM Selectric(R). typewriters or equivalent electric typewriters
that are non-jamming (orator L/A-type element recommended)
? Two sets of earphones for each IBM PCjr with splitter adapter
? Audio cassette players with splitter adapter and two sets of
earphones for each cassette player
SECURITY, AUDITABILITY, AND CONTROL
This program can be used and managed to limit the risk of
unintended modification, destruction, or disclosure of sensitive
data. The customer is responsible for the selection, implementation,
and adequacy of appropriate measures. The customer is also
responsible for the accuracy and integrity of results.
PLANNING INFORMATION
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITY: To use Writing to Read, the school should
prepare a special room to serve as the Learning Center. This room
should be arranged into five major workstations at which the children
will use the IBM PCjrs, typewriters, audio cassette players, and a
variety of other learning materials. A computer aide can be used to
monitor the computer station, freeing the teacher to interact with
students at the other stations.
Program diskettes are easy to install. Simply insert the
appropriate diskette and turn on the computer. Each diskette
presents a menu from which the lesson for the day is selected.
To use Writing to Read successfully, appropriate personal
should be chosen to staff the learning center.
PACKAGING: Writing to Read is distributed with the following:
? Fourteen dual-sided diskettes in a single binder
? The teacher's manual in a binder
? Fifteen listening library audio cassettes in a hard plastic
container
? One set of consumable student work journals (10 journals per set)
for each student in an optional sleevecase.
? Fifteen instructional audio cassettes, color coordinated with the
student work journals
? One each of Make Words Game, Bingo Game, and Wall Chart, packaged
separately
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: The IBM Personal Computing Assistance Center
(PCAC) will provide assistance to eligible IBM customers for the
period of their qualifying contract.
ORDERING INFORMATION
Orders for any quantity may be taken by NAD and NMD marketing
representatives and will be processed by the branch office.
Orders for quantities of less than 20 may be taken by the IBM
Product Centers. Each Product Center will receive and process orders
within its trading area.
ORDERING CHARGES, TERMS, AND CONDITIONS
CHARGES
Part Feature One-Time
Number Number Description Charge
6360700 0700 Writing to Read $725.00
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
WARRANTED: Program Warranty - No. The provisions of the IBM Program
License Agreement apply.
THE IBM PROGRAM LICENSE AGREEMENT: A copy is packaged and shipped
with each program and is visible to the customer before the diskette
package is opened. The customer is advised that opening the diskette
package indicates acceptance of these terms and conditions. No
signature is required.
QUANTITY DISCOUNT AGREEMENT (QDA): This program is an eligible
licensed program. The QDA (Z125-3412) and its exhibit (Z125-3413)
provide terms and conditions for volume discounting of programs. A
revised exhibit will be available soon. The discount schedule for
each program is based on the number of qualified eligible licensed
programs, as follows:
Discount Schedule
Quantity of Qualified Discount
Eligible Licenses Percent
20 - 49 12%
50 - 149 16%
150 or more 20%
The QDA is not available at IBM Product Centers. Product
Center single-delivery quantity discounts are available. Each Product
Center will receive and process orders within its trading area.
Single Delivery
Quantity Discount
3 - 9 5%
10 - 19 8%
TESTING PERIOD: None.
EDUCATIONAL ALLOWANCE: Qualifying educational institutions are
eligible to receive the educational allowance of 20% for order
quantities of up to 49. Discounts under a quantity discount agreement
are not additive to the educational allowance.
TITLE IBM PERSONAL COMPUTER PROGRAMMING ENHANCEMENTS
ABSTRACT The IBM Personal Computer is enhanced with the announcement of
the following programs:
? The Earth Science Series:
- Hydrologic Cycle (Feature Number 4121)
- Ground Water (Feature Number 4122)
- Surface Water (Feature Number 4123)
- Moisture in the Atmosphere (Feature Number 4124)
? Private Tutor Version 2 (Feature Number 4113)
? Teacher's Quiz Designer (Feature Number 4075)
? IBM PCjr ColorPaint (Feature Number 4299)
? BASIC Primer Version 2 (Feature Number 4129)
? Gertrude's Puzzles (Feature Number 4098)
? Karel The Robot (Feature Number 4066)
OVERVIEW HIGHLIGHTS
THE EARTH SCIENCE SERIES
? Helps students learn about the hydrologic cycle and how people
affect this cycle.
? Helps students learn about ground water and how this water may be
subject to a variety of human impacts.
? Helps students learn about surface water and how human activity
affects the natural processes.
? Helps students learn about moisture in the atmosphere.
? Provides a true/false quiz and a matching quiz to help reinforce
the learning process.
? Provides feedback and explanation for questions.
? Provides students' scores at the end each quiz.
? Allows the students to print diagrams and other information for
take-home study.
PRIVATE TUTOR VERSION 2 (4113)
? Private Tutor Version 2 consists of one dual-sided diskette
containing four separate programs: Presenter, Reporter, Author,
and Preparer.
? Presenter allows a student to take any course written for Private
Tutor Version 2.
? Incorporates password access to students' records.
? Author enables a user to create lessons. There are four screen
designs available for that purpose: text, true-false, match and
question.
? Author is enhanced by improved screen design, immediate
branching, and block move and copy, as well as single- or
double-lined borders.
? Author allows integration of a video disk file, full-screen
graphics, and a BASIC program into any lesson.
? Additional on-screen help is provided in Author.
? The Preparer takes the lessons generated by the Author and codes
them to be read by the Presenter.
TEACHER'S QUIZ DESIGNER (4075)
? Helps create and edit quizzes at the IBM Personal Computer.
? Scores quizzes and keeps track of student averages.
? Assists in computing grade-point averages for individual students
and the class average.
? Offers password protection for the teacher.
? Gives a selection of quiz-taking options to control how quizzes
are administered.
? Allows teacher to create new quizzes by choosing existing
questions.
? Analyzes quiz results to see how many students missed each
question.
IBM PCJR COLORPAINT (4299)
? Allows selection of colors from a 16-color palette
? Operates exclusively on the IBM PCjr
? Does not require a diskette drive - PCjr cartridge only
? Easy to use - keyboard need not be used, except in text entry
? Selection of function and drawings are made with the aid of a
mouse
? Incorporates a ZOOM Feature for "blow up" of parts of the picture
being displayed
? Allows horizontal and vertical flipping of parts or all of the
picture being displayed
? Allows inverting parts of the picture, similar to looking at a
photographic negative
? Provides point, line, rectangle, and circle drawing features all
with additional fill capabilities
? Features automatic directory display with get, save, and delete
functions
BASIC PRIMER VERSION 2 (4129)
? Previous computer knowledge not required.
? Shows the most useful BASIC commands and statements.
? Shows how to write sample programs to alphabetize and keep
checkbook records.
? Provides practice using data files and saving programs.
? Lessons are written in easy-to-follow language.
? Uses automated graphics to illustrate programming concepts.
GERTRUDE'S PUZZLES (4098)
? Builds basic logic skills for the computer age
? Helps children understand shape and color relationships
? Encourages children to create original computer graphics
? Features color graphics that help children learn
? Provides music and sound effects
KAREL THE ROBOT (4066)
? A configurator helps students set up their system according to
their experience level and particular IBM Personal Computer
configuration. Students can select colors (if they have a color
display), sound, and blinking beepers.
? A simulator lets students run and test their Karel programs.
Students can change both the speed and the level of detail in the
simulator. The simulator also provides error messages about
incorrect use of vocabulary and the grammatical arrangement of
words in a program.
? An editor lets students write their own Karel programs. The
editor makes it simple to correct errors and make changes to a
program.
? A world builder places walls and beepers on Karel's streets and
avenues. With the world builder, students can build walls, mazes,
hurdles, and many kinds of situations to challenge Karel.
? A file manager provides a way for students to save their Karel
programs and worlds on diskettes.
DESCRIPTION
HYDROLOGIC CYCLE (4121)
The Hydrologic Cycle program explains that the hydrologic cycle is
the constant recycling of the world's total water supply. It
demonstrates how water in its liquid, solid, and gaseous forms,
powered by the sun, moves from land, to sea, to air, and back again.
It also shows how people, both directly and indirectly, change the
workings of this global cycle.
GROUND WATER (4122)
The Ground Water program shows why an understanding of ground water
is important in the study of geology, earth science, and physical
geography.
It shows graphically that ground water is the water that has
drained through the soil to saturate the pores and cracks of rocks
underground. This slowly moving water is returned to the earth's
surface when it reappears in springs, rivers, and ponds or emerges
close to the sea. Because ground water is a valuable resource for
people, it also is extracted from wells.
SURFACE WATER (4123)
The Surface Water program demonstrates that surface water is the
water that flows over the slopes of the land and into streams, lakes,
and ponds. The program demonstrates that as water moves, a variety of
erosion and deposit processes take place and shows how many of these
natural processes are modified by human activity.
MOISTURE IN THE ATMOSPHERE (4124)
The Moisture in the Atmosphere program graphically shows how moisture
is always present in the atmosphere and how it constantly evaporates
from the surface of land and seas to produce water vapor, an
invisible gas. It illustrates how the presence of moisture in the
lower atmosphere is responsible for such weather phenomena as clouds,
fog, rain, snow, hail, sleet, drizzle, frost, and dew.
PRIVATE TUTOR VERSION 2 (4113)
The Private Tutor Version 2 is an easy-to-use program designed to
provide a self-study system in the home, office, or classroom. The
program actually consists of four separate programs: the Presenter,
the Reporter, the Author, and the Preparer. The program can present
courses, keep a record of student progress, and create courses.
TEACHER'S QUIZ DESIGNER (4075)
Teacher's Quiz Designer makes the IBM Personal Computer a powerful
tool for the classroom. This program helps the teacher create, edit,
and administer quizzes and keep track of students' scores and
averages.
IBM PCJR COLORPAINT (4299)
ColorPaint is a graphic design tool that combines ease of use
with high function. The ability to define fill patterns, choose
different brush styles, and select colors from a 16-color palette
makes it flexible for both the amateur and professional artist.
Function selection and drawing are simplified with the help of
easy-to-read menus, icons, and fill patterns, all selected with the
aid of a mouse.
All or any part of the screen can be flipped horizontally or
vertically, inverted or even cleared with the touch of a button.
ColorPaint allows you to move or copy a part of the picture to
another place in the screen and provides the choice of making the
copied version transparent or opaque. There are also a number of
functions for drawing points, lines, circles, and rectangles -- all
with the capability of "rubber banding" into the desired shape.
ColorPaint supports both a regular erase function and also a
local erase that allows selective erasing of parts of the freshly
painted drawing, leaving the original painting underneath untouched.
Text can be added to the drawing in three different fonts, each in a
number of different styles and sizes. The zoom feature allows
magnification of any part of the drawing. The magnified drawing may
be scanned while showing the resulting action in the window
representing the area as it will look under normal conditions.
All of the functions and features are in the program
cartridge, so a diskette drive is not needed to use ColorPaint. If a
diskette drive is available, it is possible to store and retrieve
pictures from diskette. An automatic directory display makes saving,
restoring, and deleting picture files an easy operation. The
capability to merge parts of previously saved pictures into the
current drawing gives an artist a chance to save standard pictures or
images which can be used over and over again.
BASIC PRIMER VERSION 2 (4129)
BASIC Primer Version 2 is an educational workbook on the screen.
Simple interactive exercises introduce the editing power of the
Personal Computer keyboard. More difficult concepts are gradually
added, with frequent review. BASIC Primer Version 2 teaches the most
useful BASIC statements, and can be used by students of many ages.
GERTRUDE'S PUZZLES (4098)
Gertrude's Puzzles is an educational game that helps children develop
reasoning skills. Children learn how to solve problems with
incomplete information and analyze what they see.
Players learn by moving puzzle pieces to form color and shape
patterns. There are six different puzzle rooms, each with a new
challenge. Players solve puzzles by arranging game pieces according
to given rules or by guessing a secret rule.
Gertrude the Goose delivers sets of puzzle pieces and prizes.
Children can design their own set of pieces, using this powerful,
new, discovery-tool game.
This product is designed for an audience 8 to 13 years of age.
However, the harder puzzles could present a challenge to adults.
KAREL THE ROBOT (4066)
Karel the Robot is an introductory course in high-level language
programming. This software package presents an overview of the entire
programming process by providing an environment that lets the student
control a robot using a structured programming language similar to
PASCAL. The environment is designed to assist the student in
discovering most of the major concepts of programming.
Students learn how to write simple program instructions and
can see the results of their programs as they watch Karel move on the
screen in response to simple instructions. Karel's world is
displayed as a grid of intersecting streets and avenues that can
contain walls and beepers, objects that Karel can sense and
manipulate. He can load beepers into his beeper bag, put beepers on a
corner, and pick up beepers, all while maneuvering around walls.
Students solve problems by giving Karel primitive commands
such as:
? MOVE Karel goes forward.
? TURNLEFT Karel turns 90 degrees and faces left.
? PUTBEEPER Karel puts a beeper on his
present corner.
? PICKBEEPER Karel picks up a beeper from his
present corner.
? TURNOFF Karel turns himself off at the end
of the task.
Students are gradually exposed to programming and what it can
do, thus gradually learning the concepts of structured programming.
Karel's language is similar to PASCAL in syntax, and it
contains control statements for repeating instructions (the PASCAL
ITERATE-TIMES and WHILE-DO commands), conditional testing
(IF-THEN-ELSE), and grouping instructions into blocks (BEGIN-END).
The language also lets students define new instructions to further
increase Karel's flexibility. Thus, students learn the essence of
programming by breaking down a task into its simplest elements.
CUSTINFO PUBLICATIONS
EARTH SCIENCE SERIES
The program documentation for each of the following programs includes
a guide book:
? The Hydrologic Cycle
? Ground Water
? Surface Water
? Moisture in the Atmosphere
PRIVATE TUTOR VERSION 2 (4113)
The Private Tutor Version 2 program documentation includes a
book and an eight page screen design form.
TEACHER'S QUIZ DESIGNER (4075)
? The IBM Personal Computer Teacher's Quiz Designer Manual
IBM PCJR COLORPAINT (4299)
? A tutorial-style manual describing how to get started.
? A reference publication describing all available functions.
GERTRUDE'S PUZZLES (4098)
? User's Manual
? Back up diskette certificate
KAREL THE ROBOT (4066)
? Guide Book
? Reference card
? Textbook
SCHEDULE
Planned availability for these programs is September 1984.
TECHINFO TECHNICAL INFORMATION
SECURITY, AUDITABILITY, AND CONTROL These products can be used and
managed to reduce the risk of unintended modification, destruction,
or disclosure of sensitive data. The customer is responsible for the
selection, implementation, and adequacy of appropriate measures. The
customer is also responsible for the accuracy and integrity of
results.
PLANNING INFORMATION
Earth Science Series
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITY: To successfully install and use the Earth
Science Series customers should do the following:
? Read the appropriate manual that accompanies the program.
? Make a backup copy of the program diskette.
? Create a self-starting program diskette.
INSTALLABILITY: Before customers can begin using the Earth Science
Series, they need to follow these steps to create a working copy of
the appropriate program diskette that starts automatically.
? Load DOS
? Use the DOS DISKCOPY command to make a backup copy of the
appropriate program diskette.
? If working with a dual-drive system, insert the backup copy of
the appropriate program diskette in drive B.
If working with a single-drive system, leave the DOS
diskette in drive A.
? Type B:SETUP and then press the Enter key.
? Follow the directions on the screen to finish creating the
self-starting diskette.
? When finished creating the self-starting diskette, use the DOS
DISKCOPY command to make a backup copy of the new self-starting
diskette.
Note: The above is a one-time startup procedure. Once the
self-starting diskette is made, the customer only needs to insert the
self-starting diskette in drive A and perform system reset (if the
computer is on) or turn on the computer and display (if they are
off).
PREREQUISITES: The Earth Science Series programs require:
? An IBM Personal Computer, IBM PCjr, IBM Personal Computer XT, or
IBM Portable Personal Computer, with at least 128Kb of memory
? One dual-sided diskette drive
? The BASIC cartridge (IBM PCjr only)
? DOS Version 2 or higher
? Two blank, dual-sided, double density diskettes
? One of the following:
- An IBM Color Display with the IBM Color/Graphics Monitor
Adapter
- An IBM PCjr Color Display
- Any compatible Color Display with an appropriate adapter or a
color TV with an RF modulator
PACKAGING: Each of the members of the Earth Science Series are
distributed in a plastic pack that includes the appropriate program
diskette and guide manual.
Private Tutor Version 2 (4113)
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITY: To successfully install and use Private
Tutor Version 2, the customer is responsible for:
? Reading the user's manual
? Making a backup copy of the program diskette.
INSTALLABILITY: To use Private Tutor Version 2, load DOS, insert the
program diskette in the default drive, and after the DOS prompt, type
GO. The procedures for using the programs are contained in the
appropriate section of the User's Instruction Manual.
PREREQUISITES: Private Tutor Version 2 operates on the following
configuration:
? One of the following IBM Personal Computers with at least 128Kb
of memory:
- IBM Personal Computer
- IBM Personal Computer XT
- IBM PCjr
- IBM Portable Personal Computer
? One dual-sided diskette drive
? One of the following displays:
- IBM Monochrome Display with the IBM Monochrome Display and
Printer Adapter
- IBM Color Display with the IBM Color Graphics Monitor Adapter
- IBM PCjr Color Display (adapter included)
- Television with RF modulator
- Any compatible display with the appropriate display adapter
? IBM Personal Computer Graphics printer or compatible printer
(optional)
? IBM DOS Version 2 or higher
PACKAGING: Private Tutor Version 2 is distributed with the following:
? Private Tutor Version 2 Program Diskette
? User's instruction manual
Teacher's Quiz Designer (4075)
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITY: To successfully install and use Teacher's
Quiz Designer the customer is responsible for:
? Reading the manual
? Making a backup copy of the program diskette.
INSTALLABILITY: Teacher's Quiz Designer has a step-by-step manual
illustrating how to create a self-starting diskette. Once the program
is started, additional help is displayed on the screen.
PREREQUISITES: Teacher's Quiz Designer operates on the following
configuration:
? One of the following IBM Personal Computers with at least 128Kb
of memory:
- IBM Personal Computer
- IBM Personal Computer XT
- IBM PCjr
- IBM Portable Personal Computer
? One dual-sided diskette drive
? One of the following displays:
- IBM Monochrome Display with the IBM Monochrome Display and
Printer Adapter.
- IBM Color Display with the IBM Color Graphics Monitor Adapter
- IBM PCjr Color Display (Adapter included)
- Television with RF Modulator
- Any compatible display with the appropriate display adapter
? IBM Personal Computer Graphics printer or compatible printer
(optional)
? IBM DOS Version 2 or higher
? The BASIC cartridge (IBM PCjr only)
PACKAGING: Teacher's Quiz Designer is distributed with the following:
? Teacher's Quiz Designer Diskette
? Student Reference Card
? Teacher's Quiz Designer Manual
IBM PCjr ColorPaint (4299)
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITY: To successfully install and use ColorPaint
the customer is responsible for:
? Reading the publications
INSTALLABILITY: On IBM PCjr without diskette drive, the user must
read the instruction manual, and then insert the program cartridge.
On IBM PCjr with a diskette drive, the user first must read the
instructions and then load DOS, insert program cartridge, type "G,"
and press the enter key.
PREREQUISITES: ColorPaint operates on the following configuration:
? IBM PCjr with 128Kb of memory
? DOS 2.1 (if ColorPaint is to be used with an IBM PCjr with a
diskette drive)
? IBM PCjr compatible serial interface mouse. Mice operating
differently from the Microsoft or Mouse Systems mice will need to
provide appropriate device driver software when starting the
program.
One of the following displays:
? IBM PCjr Color Display
? IBM Color Display with adapter cable
? Any compatible color display
PACKAGING: ColorPaint is distributed with the following:
? One ColorPaint Program Cartridge
? Two publications
BASIC Primer Version 2 (4129)
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITY: To successfully install and use the program,
the customer should read the User's Instruction booklet and make a
single backup copy of the program diskette.
INSTALLABILITY: BASIC Primer Version 2 has step-by-step illustrations
showing how to start the program.
Once the program is loaded, directions are given on the screen. The
skill level is gradually increased from beginning BASIC through
exercises teaching more complex concepts.
BASIC Primer Version 2 combines keyboard practice with simple
programming exercises in a positive learning environment. Reviews and
encouraging messages are distributed throughout the lessons.
Simple words and pictures make this program ideal for teaching
the BASIC programming language to students.
PREREQUISITES: BASIC Primer Version 2 requires the following minimum
configuration:
? An IBM PCjr, IBM Personal Computer, or IBM Personal Computer XT
with 128Kb memory
? One dual-sided diskette drive
? IBM Color Display with the IBM Color Graphics Monitor Adapter
? A Color Graphics Monitor Adapter and a color monitor, or a
television used with a RF modulator
? IBM Monochrome Display with IBM Monochrome Display and Printer
Adapter
PACKAGING: BASIC Primer Version 2 is distributed with a user's
instruction booklet and one dual-sided program diskette.
Gertrude's Puzzles (4098)
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITY: The customer is responsible for returning
the backup diskette certificate.
INSTALLABILITY: The user inserts the diskette in drive A, and
powers-on the system.
PREREQUISITES:
? One of the following IBM computers with at least 128Kb of
storage:
- IBM PCjr
- IBM Personal Computer
- IBM Personal Computer XT
- IBM Portable Personal Computer
? One single-sided or dual-sided diskette drive
? One of the following:
- IBM PCjr Display
- IBM Color Display with the Color Graphics Monitor Adapter
- A Color Graphics Monitor Adapter and a color monitor, or a
television with an RF modulator.
PACKAGING: Gertrude's Puzzles is distributed with:
? User's Manual
? One program diskette (single-sided)
? Backup diskette certificate
Karel the Robot (4066)
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITY: To successfully install and use the Karel
the Robot program, customers should:
? Read the publications
? Make backup copies of the Karel, Answers, and Worlds diskettes.
INSTALLABILITY: The Karel the Robot program can be run by inserting
the Karel program diskette in the diskette drive and turning on the
computer.
PREREQUISITES:
? IBM Personal Computer, IBM PCjr, or IBM Personal Computer XT with
128Kb Memory
? A dual-sided diskette drive
? IBM Personal Computer Color Display with the IBM Color Graphics
Monitor Adapter, IBM PCjr Display, a Color Graphics Monitor
Adapter and a color monitor, or a color television used with an
RF modulator
PACKAGING: Karel the Robot is distributed in a three-ring binder and
includes:
? A guide book
? A textbook
? A reference card
? The Karel program diskette
? The Answers diskette
? The Worlds diskette
ORDERING INFORMATION
Orders for any quantity may be taken by NAD and NMD marketing
representatives.
Orders for quantities of less than 20 may be taken by the IBM
Product Centers. Each Product Center will take and process orders
within its trading area.
ORDERING CHARGES, TERMS, AND CONDITIONS
CHARGES
Part Feature One-time
Number Number Description Charge
6024121 4121 Hydrologic Cycle - Earth $ 49
Science Series
6024122 4122 Ground Water - Earth 49
Science Series
6024123 4123 Surface Water - Earth 49
Science Series
6024124 4124 Moisture in the Atmosphere - 49
Earth Science Series
6024113 4113 Private Tutor Version 2 50
6024075 4075 Teacher's Quiz Designer 70
6024299 4299 IBM PCjr ColorPaint 99
6024129 4129 BASIC Primer Version 2 60
6024098 4098 Gertrude's Puzzles 45
6024066 4066 Karel the Robot 150
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
WARRANTED: Program Warranty - No. The provisions of the IBM Program
License Agreement apply to all of the programs.
THE IBM PROGRAM LICENSE AGREEMENT: A copy is packaged and shipped
with each program and is visible to the customer before the diskette
package is opened. The customer is advised that opening the diskette
package indicates acceptance of these terms and conditions. No
signature is required.
QDA: These programs are eligible licensed programs on the QDA. This
agreement (Z125-3412) and its exhibit (Z125-3413) provide terms and
conditions for volume discounting of programs. A revised exhibit will
be available soon. The discount schedule for each program is based
upon the number of qualified eligible licensed programs, as follows:
Discount Schedule
Quantity of Qualified Discount
Eligible Licenses Percent
20 - 49 12%
50 - 149 16%
150 or more 20%
The QDA is not available at the IBM Product Center. Product
Center single delivery quantity discounts are available. Each Product
Center will receive and process orders within its trading area.
Single Delivery
Quantity Discount
3-9 5%
10-19 8%
TESTING PERIOD: None
EDUCATIONAL ALLOWANCE: Qualifying educational institutions are
eligible to receive the educational allowance of 20% for order
quantities of up to 49. Discounts under a quantity discount agreement
are not additive to the educational allowance.
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: The IBM Personal Computing Assistance Center
(PCAC) will provide assistance to eligible IBM customers for the
period of their qualifying contract.
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Was this "digest" really necessary? Could it have been summarized? ( > 1500 lines is a little much ) There have been complaints recently in various groups about product announcements and the statement was made that such activities were forbidden on ARPANET. I personally feel that such articles - if keep short and succinct - are very useful. I really wonder though how many people read the entire text of this digest? Bill Bogstad