This document describes how to install and setup a Vernier Software MS-DOS application for use in the Windows 95/98 environment. The settings described in this document are to a Shortcut file and not to the program or to the operating system. A red ellipse indicates all recommended modifications.

DOS Application will not work in Windows NT or if the resolution of your Desktop is set larger than 800 x 600 pixels

The steps that follow are based on an installation of Precision Timer into the directory C:\VERNIER\PRECISION TIMER. If you are installing a different program such as "Voltage Plotter", make the appropriate name changes.

1) Create a folder named PT on your hard drive and copy the contents of the distribution diskette to that folder.
2) Delete the existing Shortcut file in the new folder.
3) Right-click the batch file for the program (e.g., Precision Timer uses PT.BAT) and create a short cut.
4) Right-click the shortcut and select "Properties" from the menu. The property window has several tabs along the top.
5) Select the "Program" tab and make the two changes indicated.

6) Click on the "Advanced" button and make the change indicated.

7) Click "OK".
8) Select the "Screen" tab and make the change indicated.

9) Select the "Misc" tab.

10) Make sure both "Allow screen saver" and "Always suspend" are unchecked.
11) Click "OK" to apply the changes and close the Properties dialog box.
12) Right-click the shortcut again and select "Rename" from the menu.
13) The words "Shortcut to PT" will be highlighted. Type "Precision Timer" to rename the shortcut.
14) Double-click on this icon to run the program.