.op EPSONCONNECTION ROM PROGRAM CATALOGUE All the programs on the utility chip including: PIP.COM (8K), FILINK.COM (4K), CONFIG.COM (8K), SUBMIT.COM (2K), STAT.COM (6K), TERM.COM (3K), and XSUB.COM (2K). EP44.COM (2K) -- WordStar patch program allowing output of Portable WordStar files to non-Epson printers. Not guarranteed to work in every instance, but capable of solving most problems. SD.COM (2K) -- Superdirectory program which correctly reads file attributes of drive H. BATTERY.COM (2K) -- Tells amount of PX battery charge remaining. ELIZA.COM (20K)-- Infamous psychological game. PLAYER.BAS (2K)-- BASIC program allowing the playing of an audio microcassette tape while using the PX. UNERA.COM (2K)-- Allows recovery of erased files (will work with microcassette as long as directory has not been written over or the tape INITialized). EPX740.COM (20K) -- Version of the most popular xmodem program configured for the PX-8. For use with an external modem. EPXMD3.COM (18K)-- A version of EPX740.COM configured for the internal modem of the PX. CPMPOWER.COM (10K)-- A handy utility taking up less than 8K. NI.COM (4K) -- A drive directory utility. UNLOAD.COM (2K)-- Simple file transfer program that converts ANY file into HEX format and PIPed to another computer. Then use LOAD.COM to convert the file back to its original state. LOAD.COM (2K)-- To use with UNLOAD.COM. MTINIT.COM (2K)-- This program performs the DIRINIT function found in the PX system menu. Use with care, for you can easily wipe out a tape. Very useful for tape copying when used in SUBMIT files. MTREMOVE.COM (2K)-- This program does the REMOVE function of the PX system menu. Use with MTINIT in SUBMIT files for tape copying. NSWP.COM (12K)-- Utility program that will correctly read file attributes on ALL drives (including H). Performs many file manipulations, including squeezing and unsqueezing files. FINDBAD.COM (2K)-- Utility program that locates and locks out bad disk sectors. PF-10 owners using single sided disks will find this very useful. PXTREK.BAS (20K)-- Star Trek game adapted for the PX-8. WSDIR.COM (2K)-- Another WordStar patch program allowing you to view drive directory while in Portable WordStar. WCOUNT.COM (6K)-- This handy utility gives the total number of lines and words in an ASCII file. T.COM (6K)-- Another handy utility which allows you to TYPE a WordStar file to the screen without the high order bits, so that the graphics characters usually present when such a maneuver is attempted are eliminated. TOUR.COM (26K) -- This is an outline processor which is designed to assist you in collecting and organizing your thoughts. It has a multitude of uses including: outlining your writing, project breakdown, desk calendar, software designing, and the preparation of an agenda. CLEANTXT.COM (12K) -- Utility for striping control characters from CPM files. BLACKJAC.BAS (6K) -- Game. CRAPS.BAS (6K) -- Game. MODEM2.COM (6K)-- Small communications program capable of xmodem file transfer. MFT.COM (4K) -- Handy utility that permits mass file copying with one drive systems. Very useful for PF--10 owners. PASSWORD.COM (2K) -- Password protect your important programs. FIND.COM (2K) -- Locates all occurrences of a character string in 1 or more files, with wildcards. COMPARE.COM (2K) -- Compare the contents of two files to see if the contents are identical. If they are not, the first conflicting data are displayed. DISK75.COM (4K)-- This program does just about everything NSWP does, except squeezing and unsqueezing files, and takes up much less space. RENAME.COM (3K) -- Allows you to rename files in batches (by means of wildcards), instead of the slow one-at-a-time method. MEXPX8.COM (26K) -- Modem executive communications program configured for the PX-8. RPIP.COM (8K) -- Allows you to change the disk (PF-10), without interrupting the pip command. SCRAMBLE.COM (2K) -- Mix the contents of a file so thoroughly that only your secret code word will restore it to working order. ORDERING INFORMATION If all the programs you desire burned on a 32K ROM are in the preceding list, please send the completed ordering form with check or money order to: The EpsonConnection ROM Service Department P.O. Box 14027 Detroit MI 48219 If you have some programs not on this list, please include copies of said programs (on either microcassette or PF-10 disk) with your order. All media submitted will be returned with your ROM. .pa EPSONCONNECTION ROM ORDERING FORM Name ______________________________ Address ___________________________ City ______________________________ State __________ Zip ______________ Phone Number to be reached during business hours _______________ Type of ROM (Please circle one) Cost 1) NMOS (may NOT be used in drive I) $39.50 2) CMOS (may be used in drives B,C & I) $46.00 Program Names: Indicate below the names of the programs (maximum of 12) that you wish burned (from EC ROM program catalogue or your submitted programs). List the program name, followed by the amount of memory it requires (K), and the name you desire to call it on the chip (say you wanted to shorten BATTERY to BAT). Be sure the total memory required does not exceed 31K (1K required for ROM directory). Indicate in the right-hand column if you desire hardcopy documentation for any of the programs. Document files are available for most (but not all) of the files listed. Since more are made available as they are found, it is impossible to include an accurate list here. Add $1.00 to your bill for each document file requested (you will be refunded for any requested document files that are not available). Because of the size of the documentation for MEXPX8.COM, we must ask $2.50 for it's reproduction and distribution. Program K Chip Pgm Name Documentation _____________ ____ _______________ __________ _____________ ____ _______________ __________ _____________ ____ _______________ __________ _____________ ____ _______________ __________ _____________ ____ _______________ __________ _____________ ____ _______________ __________ _____________ ____ _______________ __________ _____________ ____ _______________ __________ _____________ ____ _______________ __________ _____________ ____ _______________ __________ _____________ ____ _______________ __________ _____________ ____ _______________ __________ All chips are mounted on plastic chip carriers. Please allow 2-4 weeks for delivery. With your first order you will receive a coupon for a $10.00 discount on a subsequent order. Total amount enclosed ___________ (check or money order only, please). .pa .op PERSONALIZED ROMS FOR THE EPSON PX-8 Increase the portability of your Epson PX-8 with ROM chips containing the public domain programs you need and use the most. For only $39.50 the EpsonConnection will create a 32K ROM which can be used in the B and C drives of the computer just as Portable WordStar and PortaCalc are ($46.00 for a CMOS ROM which can also be used in drive I). Or have a two ROM system (which the PX will see as one ROM) created for $65.00. This new feature allows for burning of programs greater than 31K in size; you may have up to 63K in 31 files. Send a microcassette or PF-10 disk with the files YOU desire to have at your immediate disposal and a check for for the appropriate amount to: The EpsonConnection ROM Service Department P.O. 14027 Detroit MI 48214 313-822-0090 All cassettes and disks will be returned with the ROM. Or send a self addressed, stamped envelope to the above address for a catalogue of the files available. All chips will be mounted on plastic chip carriers. Hardcopy of documentation for programs is an additional $1.00 per file (except for MEX, which is $2.50).