“CHECKREC” (ZX81/T-S 1000, 16K)
Copyright 1984 by WMJ Data Systems, 4 Butterfly Drive, Hauppauge, NY 11788
As the future of the Timex-Sinclair computers is now somewhat dependent on third-party software support, it is quite gratifying to encounter a new program designed for the T-S 1000.
“CHECKREC” is probably best described as a “dedicated spreadsheet”, and it is a rather elaborate method of reconciling ones monthly bank statement. It displays 60 transactions (although it recommends that only 51 be used), which might even be adequate for some small businesses. It certainlly has enough space for a quarterly, or even semi-annual reconcilliation of my personal account!
“CHECKREC” is supplied on a casette which also has a “TEST” which may be used to adjust volume before loading the main program. The main program takes 4 minutes to load, and must be started with “RUN”. Programs saved with data are auto-start and may take well over 6 minutes to load, depending on the amount of data stored.
The main menu choices are “ENTER CHECK”, “ENTER DEPOSIT”, “VIEW SPREADSHEET”, “PRINTOUT TRANSACTIONS”, “RECONCILE ACCOUNT”, and “SAVE TO TAPE”. Corrections may be made at any time, and all figures are updated accordingly. The spreadsheet is machine code generated, and speed of operation is quite adequate. Scrolling is controlled with the arrow keys.
Printout is configured for the standard 32 column printer, and is controlled by a sub-menu which allows selection of “ALL TRANSACTIONS”, “RECONCILIATION SUMMARY”, “OUTSTANDING CHECKS”, and “DEPOSITS IN TRANSIT”.
On a test run the program performed in strict accordance with the documetation supplied. Intentional “breaks” restarted with “GOTO 100” left all data intact. No unintentional “breaks” were experienced.
For those who have use for this type of single-purpose spreadsheet, and can live with the 32 Column printout and 51 transaction per spread limitations, “CHECKREC” may be ideal. It’s quite a bit of program for 10 bucks.