HC/CALC ~ GOLF HANDICAPPING
                                                 
					Introduction
					Quick Start
					Program Features
					Warranty
					Order Information.

Introduction:
Designed for Golf Courses and League Managers, Hc/Calc calculates USGA/RCGA handicaps, indexes for both 9 and 18 hole scorekeeping. Options include integrated tournament scorekeeping as well as a tee-time reservation system whereby members may enter their own times as they enter their scores. Combined member/operator entry (for green-fees call-ins) is implemented using the Windows 95 (only) Direct Cable Connect function.


Special requirements: 
The program has been designed for use with Windows 95/98/NT. Before installation, special run-time files MUST be installed. They may be downloaded accessing the following URL
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http://www.simtel.net/simcgi-bin/win95find.cgi?run/vb40032a.zip


Installation:
Simply unzip the file HC32V.ZIP and from Windows Explorer, double-click Setup.exe. Then follow the prompts for installation. 

Hc/Calc is shareware. You are free to try it for a period of 15 days. The zip file may be distributed freely. 
  
To uninstall Hc/Calc, click on Windows [Start], [Settings], [Control Panel] and select Add/Remove Programs. Select "Hc/Calc" and click the Add/Remove button.


Quick Start:
Hc/Calc is fully operational. Help tips are available by simply moving the mouse cursor over the control for a description of its function. Click the Help function on the maintenance menu bar for more detailed information on program operation. For answers to any questions not covered in the help file, please e-mail me at -  wbabin@.sympatico.ca

Three names and scores have been entered with the codes, 100, 101 and 102. To enter scores or tee-times, click the appropriate icons and enter a membership code. Place the mouse over any control for a short description of its function.

Individual hole scores may be entered for automatic Equitable Stroke Control and Ringerboard (home course only). If the [N] option is selected the score is entered for a nine hole handicap (5 required). Otherwise, it is held for the next 9.

The program may be configured under [Setup], [Default Settings] for a number of options including putts, member or operator entry of scores, 
3 or 4 digit membership codes.

Any number of courses may be entered and selected from the score entry screen. If standard ratings are entered, selecting the course automatically selectes the men's/ladies' rating and slope.


Hc/Calc Features:
- Membership or speedy operator entry.
- Any number of courses and up to 5 ratings per course. Supports 9, 18 and 27 hole courses.
- Peer review and calculation of tournament indexes
- Access code protection.
- Manual or Random code selection (3 or 4 digits)
- Categorizes up to 6 classes of members
- Identify up to 26 leagues for use with the Tournament Scorekeeper and   league play
- Individual (with ESC) or total score entry.
- Ringerboard and flexible settings for putt entry.
- Calculates and prints 9 and 18 hole indexes and handicaps.
- Conforms to latest USGA/RCGA rulings. RCGA APPROVED

Tee-Timer Features:
- Save valuable time by members entering their own tee-times. Combine   member/green fees entry (Windows 95) 
- Use Immediate (first entry basis) or Random tee-time selection
- Set RESTRICTED times by class of member and operator-select periods   in the day and days of the week for reservations.
- Pre-set minimum and maximum lead times.
- Configure to group 1 to 3-party reservations.
- Manage cancellations and no-shows
- Print and display Start Time listings.
- Pro-Shop access and override

Tournament Play Features:

- Sorts by gross, net, or gross/net over a wide range of competitions.
- Handicap and score updates when used with the Hc/Calc Handicap program. 
- Automatic grouping into 2, 3, or 4somes by random or handicap sort.
- NEW! Round Robin twosome sort for any number of players! Allows matching each player against every other over the course of the season.

- Automatic flight entry for up to 9 flights.
- Speedy score entry (double digit)
- Tie breaking by hole-by-hole retrogression
- Run multiple day or seasonal league tournaments
- Display totals or print hole-by-hole results with tournament   average hole scores on gross sorts.
- Help tips on all functions and help file for detailed information
- Prints mailing labels 


Warranty
The seller warrants that the program will perform substantially in accordance with the accompanying descriptive materials. The seller disclaims all other warranties, either express or implied, to the maximum permitted by law.

The entire liability of the seller and the exclusive remedy shall be at the seller's option (a) return of the price paid or (b) modification and replacement of the software if it does not meet the above condition.

The buyer agrees (a) that the software will be used for one stand-alone computer and that copies will be used for archival purposes only. (b) That the software will not be de-compiled, reverse-engineered, modified or merged into another program.


Purchase Information
   Handicapper Pricing ....................  $99.95 US $150.00 CAN
   Optional Tee-Timer .....................  $50.00 US $ 75.00 CAN
   Optional Tournament Scorekeeper ......... $50.00 US $ 75.00 CAN
   Optional Network Enabled        ......... $50.00 US $ 50.00 CAN

   Appropriate taxes included:

Please add an additional $5.00 US or $7.50 CAN if disk mailing is required, and include full mailing address.


Pricing includes:
1. Unlimited e-mail and/or telephone (long distance charges apply) support for a period of one year from date of purchase. 

2. Free program updates, modifications for a period of 1 year from date of purchase.


TO ORDER YOUR REGISTERED PROGRAMS:

Simply click on the "ORDER NOW" buttons for on-line payment at one of the following URL's:

http://wbabin.hypermart.net
http://www3.sympatico.ca/wbabin/hccalc                                          

or send check or money order made out to the following:

Walter Babin
Box 433
Rodney, Ont. Canada
N0L 2C0

A special registration number will be emailed to you. 
Start the program, click the [Register Now] button and enter the information indicated for direct access to program operation.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
