PastureCoach
How can I correct a mistake I made entering my last pasture
walk?
The last pasture walk was entered for the wrong date, how do
I change the date?
Click on 'Tools' and click on 'Delete Current Readings'. This will
re-open the last lot of pasture readings you entered (and saved)
so you can change either the date or the pasture cover. If the mistake
was made in an earlier reading you can click 'Delete Current Readings'
another time to re-open the reading before. Beware this means
you lose your last set of readings and you will have to enter them
again, so please print them first if you haven't got them on paper!
How do I check which version I am using?
To see which version you are currently using click on 'Help' and
'About'. Version 5.01 is the latest available version of PastureCoach.
How do I get an updated version of PastureCoach?
Either contact Farm
Software Solutions or call 03-3179077 for an update disk
or order it from the Online
Shop.
How much does it cost to update to version 5.01of PastureCoach?
The price for the update is $75 + GST.
Why would I buy an update?
See Pasture Coach for the features
& benefits of the update
Can I install more than one copy of PastureCoach?
Yes, you can install up to three copies of PastureCoach, so the
owner, the cow shed computer and the manager can each have a copy,
although each computer needs a separate unlock code. Just use the
same CD and registration code.
Can I use PastureCoach for more than one farm or block?
Yes, you can create more than one farm in PastureCoach, in the latest
version each farm has its own database.
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FarmKeeper
How do I check which version I am using?
To see which version you are currently using click on 'Help' and
'About'. From version 3.2.4 FarmKeeper can download pasture results
from the C-Dax pasture meter with a add-on that needs to be installed.
Version 3.2.4 is the latest available version of FarmKeeper. Only
people that have downloaded it through Minda Home have version 3.4.0.
An update is due early in 2011.
Can I use FarmKeeper for more than one farm?
Yes, you can there is no limit to the number of farm/maps per datafile
or a limit to the number of datafiles you create in FarmKeeper
Can I install FarmKeeper on more than one computer?
Yes, FarmKeeper comes with two activations, which means you can
install FarmKeeper on two computer. If you need it on more than
two computer you can buy an additional activation.
What kind of files can I use to create a map in FarmKeeper?
An aerial photo (preferrably ortho-corrected and geo-referenced),
you can order these through LIC or from New Zealand Aerial Mapping
or WheresMyCows Ltd
A .dxf file or shapefile provided by your GPS map creator (you
import these as an external map file and import the same file
again into the created map via 'File', 'Import/Export', 'Import
paddock layer' to import the fencelines. If you have version
3.2.4 you will need to send your .dxf file to support@farmkeeper.com
to have it imported for you.
A file from a handheld GPS, if it is a Garmin 60 you can import
the tracks and waypoints directly into FarmKeeper to create
a map, if you have a late model GPS you will need to save the
tracks and waypoints on your computer and use GPSTrackMaker
to save the file as .grm (garmin) format, which you can then
use to create a map in FarmKeeper
How do I move my paddock labels?
Open the map, click on 'Move' in the drawing menu and point at the
label you want to move until it lights up, then drag the label over
where you want it to go while holding down your left mouse button
and let go where you want it.
Where do I get help if I cannot find the answer here?
Call 0800 50 50 61 for the FarmKeeper Support Team or email support@farmkeeper.com
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Cashmanager Rural
To see which version you are currently using click on 'Help' and
'About'. Version 4.2e is the latest available version of Cashmanager
Rural, you should have installed this version in early October to
deal with the transitional GST return. If you haven't done that
yet, have a look at the tips on the www.crssoftware.co.nz
website how to deal with the payments in October invoiced with 12.%
GST. You will need to login with your support phone number. Otherwise
give me a call and I can give you a hand.
How to enter transactions quickly?
Use your keyboard instead of your mouse. Tab will take you to the
next box, Shift+Tab will take you one box back. Typing the first,
then the second letter of your codes will bring them up, save your
transaction by pressing F12 (does not work on all keyboards). The
quickest way is to import them from your online banking website.
Using automatic entering of regular (set) transactions, such
as rent, insurance, wages, etc
If you are entering transactions by hand (e.g. because you are
on invoice basis) use regular transactions (right click on any regular
transaction to set them as a regular transaction, then set the frequency.
These transaction will now get entered automatically whenever you
open CashManager and answer 'Yes' to the following question: 'Do
you want to enter regular transactions?'
If you want to change the columns you see on your screen you can
click on 'View' and 'Columns', here you can click on the columns
to tick or untick them. This is how you add things like quantity,
weight or ID to the columns or your screen. The columns you have
chosen will be saved and the next time you open Cashmanager they
will be there.
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