ReadMe.txt  {Standard Plain  ASCII Text Format}

We strongly suggest you print (make a hard copy of) this file NOW, 
then follow the instructions below to install the program(s).

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Contents of this file:
I.   Installation Instructions.
II.  Program's Purpose.
III. Program Domain Status.
IV.  Contact Information.
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I.   Installation Instructions.

These instructions are intended for either of two programs, ET and ETbuild.
Unless otherwise noted, the comments apply to installation of either program.

The fully installed ET program requires about 8Mb disk space, 
ETbuild about 7Mb; With typical Traverse & Plot routines installed, 
the required disk space is typically an additional 2Mb; 
These disk space requirements are as of version 10.5 and 
may change with later versions.  
During the installation process, you may need approximately 
20Mb of disk space depending upon how you obtained
the software and your specific system.

These instructions are oriented to installation from the DOS 
operating system.  
The following instructions assume a basic operator understanding of DOS 
operating system commands and implementation.  
Windows95 users should place their system into the 
`real-mode version of MS-DOS'.  This is accomplished via selecting 
the "Restart the computer in MS-DOS mode" from the 
"Shut Down Windows" dialog box.


1) a) Make a temporary directory on your hard drive.
   b) Move the zip file into the temporary directory.
   c) Unzip the zip file using the pkzip program.  This program
      is widely available across the internet.
   d) Make a back-up copy of the zip file and remove to safe place.
   e) Delete the zip file from your hard drive.

2) Obtain (and unzip if in zip format) any third-party programs 
   (TRAVERSE/COGO, PLOT, etc.);
   Keep these programs separated from the ET and ETbuild software by placing
   in there own unique directories or on individual media disks.

3) Install the software by running the program ETINSTAL.  Do this by
   first changing to the directory where you have the program ETINSTAL,
   then type ETINSTAL from your DOS prompt.

4) After successful installation: 
   If you have installed the ET or ETbuild program in a different directory
   from the one made per 1) above then erase and remove the directory per 1)
   above.  Disreguard this step if you have installed the program(s) at this
   location.

5) Installation of the ET and/or ETbuild software must be authorized by ASC.
   The ET program ONLY, requires a HardKey for proper function.
   Read the ASCII text files ORDERetb.txt & LICENSE.txt for more
   information concerning ETbuild use and registration.
   
6) To run the `demonstration' program for ET or ETbuild 
   type from your DOS prompt>   ET DEMO   -or-   ETBUILD DEMO  
   To run your version if normal mode (for doing real work)
   type from your DOS prompt>   ET        -or-   ETBUILD

7) To obtain Help, select HELP, GENERAL INFORMATION from 
   within the program.

To Uninstall the ET or ETbuild program run the program UNINSTAL. 


II.  Program's Purpose.

ET is a full featured Electronic TriAngLateration Measurement System.
ET is designed for Precision Large Scale Dimensional Metrology (Optical
Tooling X,Y,Z Measurement).

ETbuild is designed as a on-site & off-site Construction Measurement tool.  
ETbuild allows Stakeout, Excavation Measurement, & General Dimensional 
Measurement for the Construction Industry.  Options are available for
various orientations.  ETbuild provides for 3-D site measurements without 
requiring set-up over monuments.

Both programs are designed in a very Structured System.  This allows for
successful, easily produced, measurements!


III. Program Domain Status.

ET is not in the Public Domain.  ET is not Freeware.  ET is not Shareware.
ET must be purchased from an authorized dealer and is controlled via
various systems including hard-keys.

ETbuild ##.#S Version's are Shareware.  The Shareware version's offer full 
measurement ability but Registration is required to utilize all features
and orientations.  Some ET features are also shown but not available without
upgrading to ET; Text screens indicate availability and status.

ETbuild ##.# Version's are Shareware for limited trial and contain some 
added features.

ETbuild ##.#S and ##.# Version's may both become full featured ETbuild
products with successful Registration.  Text screens within the software
give directions for Registration.



IV.  Contact Information.

For further information contact:

   ASC, USA
   ASC@WorldMall.com


