VideoPoker V1.0
Copyright(c) 2000, Rose Software
All Rights Reserved


Introduction
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Thank you for trying VideoPoker.  VideoPoker is a poker game for the Palm Pilot 
that has basically the same rules as the Jacks-Or-Better video poker games found 
in many casinos.

The initial bankroll provided by this program is $100.  If you run out of money,
you will need to register the program in order to be able to "buy" additional 
chips and continue playing the game.  The registration fee is just $7.00.  A small 
sum for all the enjoyment you will get from this game!

For the latest version of this and other Pilot apps, visit the Rose Software web 
page at: 

   http://www.rosesw.com



How to Play
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The screen for the game is divided as follows:

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      |  Player Card Area                  |
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      |----------+-----+-------------------|
      | Bankroll | Bet |  One  Max   Deal  |
      +----------+-----+-------------------+

The bet amount can be changed by selecting "One" or "Max" button.  The "One" button
increments the bet amount by one, up to the maximum bet of $5.  The "Max" button
sets the bet amount to $5.  After selecting the bet amount, press the "Deal" 
button to start the game.

When the Deal button is pressed, you will be dealt five cards.  You may keep 
any or all of the cards.  To keep a card, press the "Hold" button beneath the card.
You may also press the card itself to select it.  Pressing the "Hold" button again
toggles the hold value, and de-selects the card.

After you have selected all of your cards that you would like to keep, press the "Deal"
button.  The cards that were not selected to hold will be replaced with new cards.  If
you have a pair of Jacks or better, you will be paid based upon the payout values for
that hand.

The payouts are as follows:

  One Pair (Jacks or better)  1:1
  Two Pair                    2:1
  Three of a kind             3:1
  Straight                    4:1
  Flush                       5:1
  Full House                  8:1
  Four of a Kind             50:1
  Straight Flush            200:1
  Royal Flush              2000:1


Menu Buttons
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The following menu buttons are available:

Statistics - View buy-in amount, winnings, and hand statistics.

Buy Chips 100 - Buy an additional $100 in chips.

Cash in Chips 100 - Cash-in $100 in chips.

Instructions - Game play instructions.

Payouts - Display payout amounts for each poker hand.

About VideoPoker - Gives version number and other info.

Register - Gives address to send registration.



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Registration
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To register by mail, please send a check or money order for $7(US). Make check 
payable to Rose Software, and write "VideoPoker" on the check.  

Please include your email address so that we can send you a registration code.  
Your registration code will then need to be entered via the Register option in 
the pulldown menu in order to activate the ability to purchase additional chips 
and to be able to reset the statistics.  

Your inclusion of an e-mail address also allows us to notify you of updates and 
future products.  If you would not like this automatic notification, please let us 
know.  Your e-mail address will never be given or sold to any other parties.

Mail to:

Rose Software
7022 Circleview Drive
St. Louis, MO  63123


You may also register on-line by credit card.  To pay by credit card, please visit
our web site at:

  http://www.rosesw.com


Installation
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Install LetItRide.prc using instapp.exe.
instapp.exe can be found in your pilot directory. (ex.c:\pilot\instapp.exe)

Alternately, this application can be installed via the Palm Desktop application.
Go to the "Install" Icon under Palm Desktop, and then click "Add...".  This 
will bring up a browse window which you can use to find VideoPoker.prc.  Select
VideoPoker.prc, and the next time you do a HotSync, the application will be
transferred to your Palm Pilot.



Revision History
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1.0 - Initial Release Features
        - Basic game operation
        - Support for color 
        - Auto pop-up when amount in bankroll can not cover bet
        - Game statistics, including
            - Buy-in and winnings
            - Hand statistics
            - Reset feature for statistics
        - Buy additional chips or cash chips in
        - Online instructions
        - Payout amounts
        - Game state maintained when you switch apps


Legal Stuff
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Rose Software is not responsible for lost data.  We have tested the apps 
thoroughly;  however, you are responsible for assuring that your pilot system 
has been properly backed up in case any software causes your pilot to fail.



Bug Reporting
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In the very unlikely event of a bug, if you are the first registered user to
report the bug, you are entitled to a refund of your registration fee, as 
well as a free registration for any of our other products.  Please report 
any bugs or program suggestions to:

  support@rosesw.com


Copyright(c) 2000, Rose Software
All Rights Reserved
