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README.TXT: Evaluation Version
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MarshallSoft GPS Component for C/C++ (MGC4C)
June 22, 2007
Version 2.0
=== Software Evaluation ===
This software is a 60 day evaluation version and may be
freely distributed provided that no files are modified.
There are no functional limitations. MGC4C may be purchased
for $105 (USD) for electronic (email) delivery, or
$195 (USD) with source code for the DLL. Registration
includes one year of free updates and technical support.
See http://www.marshallsoft.com/order.htm to order.
=== Description ===
The MarshallSoft GPS Component (MGC) for C/C++
is a Win32 DLL that allows any C/C++ program to
receive and decode standard NMEA 183 sentences
from a GPS receiver connected to the RS232 serial
port. Requires 32-bit Windows C/C++ compiler.
The Win/CE version can be found at:
http://www.marshallsoft.com/mgc4evc.htm
=== Installation ===
Run the installation program SETUP.EXE which will
install all MGC4C files, including copying MGC32.DLL
to your Windows directory, C:\WINDOWS for Windows
95/98/Me/XP/Vista or C:\WINNT for Windows NT/2000.
Note that no DLL registration is required.
No Windows system files are modified.
=== Documentation ===
Documentation will be found in the DOCS directory
after running the SETUP installation program.
For more information, refer to the following manuals
each in 3 formats (*.TXT, *.DOC, and *.HTM):
(1) MGC4C Programmer's Manual
Covers C/C++ language issues such as compilers,
compiling, and examples.
See MGC_4C.DOC, MGC_4C.HTM, or MGC_4C.TXT.
(2) MGC4C User's Manual
Covers GPS basics, theory of operation, application
notes, ordering, and licensing.
See MGC_USR.DOC, MGC_USR.HTM, or MGC_USR.TXT
(3) MGC4C Reference Manual
Lists details for each function in the library.
See MGC_REF.DOC, MGC_REF.HTM, or MGC_REF.TXT.
Also refer to:
(1) EULA.TXT : End User License Agreement.
(2) RELEASE.TXT : If upgrading from earlier version.
(3) INVOICE.TXT : Order form and invoice.
Online documentation and the latest version can be
found on the MGC4C product page at
http://www.marshallsoft.com/mgc4c.htm
=== Example Programs ===
All example code is found in the APPS directory.
=== Quick Start ===
(1) Unzip MGC4C20.ZIP into an empty directory.
(2) Run SETUP.
(3) Refer to the Programmer's Manual (MGC_4C)
for compiler information, then compile and run
MGCVER to test your installation.
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